Week 3

Look Back

What steps did you take to approach God in worship and prayer? What did your conversation with God this week include?

Look Up

Read Hebrews 8:6-8 and Hebrews 9:11-15

1. Try to put Hebrews 8:6-7 in your own words. What is implied to be true of the “first” covenant in verse 7 and how is the “new” covenant different?
2. How did Jesus enter the Most Holy Place and how was this different from how the Jewish priests entered the Most Holy Place? Why is this significant?
3. Based on verse 14, what was the purpose of Jesus' sacrifice? What does this verse say we are to do in response, and how can you apply this in your life?
4. How is “access” to God different from a “covenant relationship” with God? What changes do you need to make to show your commitment to the covenant?

Read Hebrews 9:22-28 and Hebrews 10:16-18

1. What important concepts from the prior passages are repeated in these passages? Why do you think the author repeats these points?
2. How easy is it for you to understand and accept the relationship between “blood” and “forgiveness”? What are some of the obstacles to accepting this connection?
3. What does Hebrews 10:16 say is a key difference in the new covenant? How can you apply this in your life today?
4. Which “covenant” promises mentioned in these passages are meaningful to you?

Overall (Discovery Bible Study)

• What do these scriptures say about God?
• What do they say about people?
• How will I apply this to my life?

Look Ahead

Do you currently take advantage of total access to God and the personal relationship with Jesus that is freely available to you? If not, what is holding you back? Group

Notes

A covenant is based on a relationship, with promises made and conditions agreed to by those in the relationship. Jesus died so we could have a new relationship with God, focused on worshiping and serving Him. He promises forgiveness of sin and eternal life when we accept the relationship. Spend time with your group exploring why a new covenant was needed, why blood was required and why Jesus was the “perfect” sacrifice to establish a new covenant.