Introducing Hebrews

Introducing HebrewsHebrews 1What is Hebrews ?An Open Letter to Jewish ChristiansThe same audience James addressedbut 20 years later!Did they understand James?Some problems still remain:Confused by their cultureStuck in harmful religious traditionsFacing spiritual stagnationWhat is Hebrews ?An Open Letter to Jewish ChristiansWritten byPaul?Unusual for Paul: he doesnt identify himself?The writing is unusually eloquent for PaulBut, the writer is close to Timothy (13:23)With equivalent ideas (Heb. 5 1 Cor. 3, Grace.)Papias (130 ad)Paul wrote it in Aramaic, and everyone translated it (into Greek) as best they could.I want you to know that our brother Timothy has been released from jail. If he comes here soon, I will bring him with me to see you. Hebrews 13:23 What is Hebrews ?An Open Letter to Jewish ChristiansWritten byPaul?Connects the Old and New TestamentWhat is this New Testament thing?The vast scope of Gods plan!God is workingfrom Eternity Past to Eternity Future!If God can untangle the chaos of human historyWhat can He do in your life?Gods Plan from Eternity to EternityHebrews 1:1-2 Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe. Gods Plan from Eternity to EternityHebrews 1:1-2 Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe. Gods Plan from Eternity to EternityHebrews 1:1-2 Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe. Gods Eternal PlanLong ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son.Hebrews 1:1-2The Son Gods Big RevelationGods Eternal PlanHe is the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His nature, and upholds all things by the word of His powerHebrews 1:3The Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanExactly represents Gods natureGods Eternal PlanGod promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe. Hebrews 1:2The Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeGods Eternal Planupholds all things by the word of His powerHebrews 1:3The Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeHe Holds Power Over EverythingGods Eternal PlanWhen he had cleansed us from our sins, he sat down in the place of honor at the right hand of the majestic God in heaven. Hebrews 1:3The Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeJesus Christ Loves YouHe paid for our sins Himself!Gods Eternal PlanWhen he had cleansed us from our sins, he sat down in the place of honor at the right hand of the majestic God in heaven. Hebrews 1:3The Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeJesus Christ Loves YouHe resurrected from the grave andlives today, enthroned in majesty.Gods Eternal PlanThis shows that the Son is far greater than the angels, just as the name God gave him is greater than their names. Hebrews 1:4The Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeJesus Christ Loves YouHe resurrected from the grave andlives today, enthroned in majesty.Jesus Christ is the Lord GodGods Eternal PlanThe Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeJesus Christ Loves YouHe resurrected from the grave andlives today, enthroned in majesty Jesus Christ is the Lord God.For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men! Titus 2:11Gods Eternal PlanThe Son Gods Big RevelationGod Clothed as a HumanHe Created and Owns the universeJesus Christ Loves YouHe resurrected from the grave andlives today, enthroned in majesty Jesus Christ is the Lord God.Gods Eternal PlanFor God never said to any angel what he said to Jesus: You are my Son. Today I have become your Father. God also said, I will be his Father, and he will be my Son.Hebrews 1:6 (NLT)OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelGods Eternal PlanAnd when he brought his firstborn Son into the world, God said, Let all of Gods angels worship him.Hebrews 1:6 (NLT)OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonGods Eternal PlanRegarding the angels, he says, He sends his angels like the winds, his servants like flames of fire.Hebrews 1:7 (NLT)OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonAngels are Just MessengersGods Eternal PlanBut to the Son he says, Your throne, OGod, endures forever and ever. You rule with a scepter of justice.Hebrews 1:8 (NLT)OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonAngels are Just MessengersBut My Son is the Ruler of AllGods Eternal PlanYou love justice and hate evil. Therefore, O God, your God has anointed you, pouring out the oil of joy on you more than on anyone else.Hebrews 1:8 (NLT)OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonAngels are Just MessengersBut My Son is the Ruler of AllMy Son is called GOD in GOD!Gods Eternal PlanHe also says to the Son, In the beginning, Lord, you laid the foundation of the earth and made the heavens with your hands.Hebrews 1:8 (NLT)OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonAngels are Just MessengersBut My Son is the Ruler of AllMy Son is called GOD in GOD!My Son is the Creator God!Gods Eternal PlanHe also says to the Son, In the beginning, Lord, you laid the foundation of the earth and made the heavens with your hands.Hebrews 1:9 OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonAngels are Just MessengersBut My Son is the Ruler of AllMy Son is called GOD in GOD!My Son is the Creator God!My Son is named Yahweh! Gods Eternal PlanThey will perish, but you remain forever. They will wear out like old clothing. You will fold them up like a cloak and discard them like old clothing. But you are always the same; you will live forever. Hebrews 1:10-11 OT Prophecies AboundMy Son Cant Be an AngelAll the Angels Worship My SonAngels are Just MessengersBut My Son is the Ruler of AllMy Son is called GOD in GOD!My Son is the Creator God!My Son is named Yahweh! Eternal, All-Powerful GodThe Big PointSo we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1The Revelation Delivered by Jesus Christ is InvaluableWhen God Speaks, Listen!How Foolish to Ignore God!The Big PointSo we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1Who do you listen to?

Someone like this?

Hell make you stand all day long like thisThe Big PointSo we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1Who would you follow?

Would you follow this man?

This guy would do it!And wash all his cars for free?The Big PointSo we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1Who would you follow?The Most Powerful Creatures in the Universe Understand WHOAnd when he brought his firstborn Son into the world, God said, Let all of Gods angels worship him. Hebrews 1:6