1. To what is the writer of Hebrews referring when he says, “There remains therefore a rest for the people of God” (Heb. 4:9)?
2. Summarize in a single phrase the theme of chapter 1, chapter 2, chapter 3, and chapter 4 of the Book of Hebrews.
3. In Hebrews 4, the writer is stressing that Jewish Christians must not return to Judaism. Why not?
4. According to Hebrews 4, there is a “better
rest” (i.e., better than the
5. What is the meaning of the statement in Hebrews 4:1, “…let us fear lest any of you seem to have come short of it”?
6. There is something within the text of Revelation 14:13 which teaches us that our labors on Christ’s behalf are not in vain. What is that “something”?
7. What is the most significant difference between the “rest” that Joshua was able to provide for the people of Israel, and the rest that Christ is able to provide for the people of God?
8. Explain the connection between Revelation 14:13 and 1 Corinthians 15:58.
9. Christians in the first century had to endure suffering and persecution. We, today, may have to endure the same. How does Paul’s comment in Romans 8:18 fit into this?
10. According to 2 Corinthians 6:2, there is a specific time appointed for each person’s salvation. When is that time?
11. Explain the connection between James 1:21 and 2 Timothy 2:15.
12. This lesson discusses four incentives that are intended to help Christians get to Heaven. What are those four incentives?
13. Explain the intent of passages such as Hebrews 4:13, Hebrews 12:29, and Hebrews 10:31.
14. Explain the connection between Hebrews 4:16 and John 14:6.
15. Who are the people on
16. What comfort should Christians draw from Hebrews 4:13?
17. Explain the connection between James 5:16 and Psalm 46:1.
18. What is the point of such passages as Ephesians 6:18 and Revelation 2:10?
THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST,