Jun 7, 2026
Nothing But the Blood of Jesus – Hebrews 9:15-28
By: Ben Lairamore
Series: Hebrews
Questions for Discussion & Application
- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Why is the shedding of blood necessary for the forgiveness of sins?
- How do we see this emphasis on the shedding of blood throughout the Bible?
- How is Jesus’ sacrifice different from the Old Testament sacrifices? What makes Jesus’ sacrifice better?
- Jesus’ blood makes us prepared for His return. What should we expect to see in the life of one who is eagerly anticipating Jesus’ return?
- What are things that Christians may be tempted to trust in besides Jesus’ blood? What can help us to keep our trust in Jesus?
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- Jun 7, 2026Nothing But the Blood of Jesus – Hebrews 9:15-28Jun 7, 2026Nothing But the Blood of Jesus – Hebrews 9:15-28By: Ben LairamoreSeries: HebrewsQuestions for Discussion & Application
- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Why is the shedding of blood necessary for the forgiveness of sins?
- How do we see this emphasis on the shedding of blood throughout the Bible?
- How is Jesus’ sacrifice different from the Old Testament sacrifices? What makes Jesus’ sacrifice better?
- Jesus’ blood makes us prepared for His return. What should we expect to see in the life of one who is eagerly anticipating Jesus’ return?
- What are things that Christians may be tempted to trust in besides Jesus’ blood? What can help us to keep our trust in Jesus?
- May 31, 2026The Better Blood of a Better Covenant – Hebrews 9:1-22May 31, 2026The Better Blood of a Better Covenant – Hebrews 9:1-22By: Ben LairamoreSeries: HebrewsQuestions for Discussion & Application
- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Why is the shedding of blood necessary for the forgiveness of sins?
- What were the limitations of the Old Covenant that we see in our passage?
- How does the New Covenant in Christ overcome these limitations?
- How does having a purified conscience change the way you live as a Christian?
- May 24, 2026A New & Better Covenant – Hebrews 8:1-13May 24, 2026A New & Better Covenant – Hebrews 8:1-13By: Ben LairamoreSeries: HebrewsQuestions for Discussion & Application
- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Why was there need of a new covenant?
- How is Jesus’ priesthood superior to the priests of the Old Testament?
- What are the better promises that the New Covenant is based upon?
- Why are we often tempted to put our trust in physical and temporary things instead of Jesus?
- How have you been tempted to do this in your own life?
- How will you apply this passage to your own life?
- May 17, 2026The Mystery of Melchizedek – Hebrews 7:1-28May 17, 2026The Mystery of Melchizedek – Hebrews 7:1-28By: Ben LairamoreSeries: HebrewsQuestions for Discussion & Application
- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Is the name Melchizedek familiar to you? Does it seem strange that such a big focus is given to an obscure name from the Old Testament?
- Why would the account of Melchizedek from Genesis 14 have been very puzzling to Old Testament Jews?
- Why is it significant that Melchizedek was both a priest and a king? Who is the only other person in the Bible described as being both a priest and king?
- How is Melchizedek’s priesthood shown to be superior to the Levitical priesthood of Israel?
- Why is it important that we be able to recognize that the Old Testament scripture anticipated the Levitical priesthood being replaced by something greater?
- As a Christian, how are you personally encouraged to know that Jesus is your great high priest?
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- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Despite giving a strong warning to not fall away from trusting Jesus in Hebrews 6:4-8, it is clear that the author of Hebrews wants his readers to be assured of salvation, rather than stuck in fear and doubt. How is this seen?
- What can cause doubt of salvation in true believers? Have you ever struggled with this?
- How do God’s character and promises strengthen and encourage our faith?
- What promises did God make to Abraham? (See Genesis 12:1-2). How are Christians today the recipients of these promises?
- As Christians, what is our hope for the future? How does this hope anchor your soul in the storms of life?
- How will you apply this passage personally to your own life?
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- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- What can hinder a Christian from growing and maturing in the faith beyond laying the foundation repeatedly?
- What is the danger of not moving towards maturity?
- Why are verses 4-8 difficult? How should we understand and apply these verses?
- Our passage gives both warnings and reassurances. What is the purpose of both of these (see 6:11-12)?
- What evidence is given in verse 10 that the recipients of this letter were recipients of salvation who would inherit the promises?
- How will you apply this passage to your own life personally?
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- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- Why might some believers fail to mature?
- Why is teaching others a mark of maturity?
- What is the difference between spiritual milk and solid food?
- What mark of immaturity is most convicting to you? Is there any specific step you need to take in order to pursue greater maturity in your own life?
- How can you help others to grow and mature spiritually?
- How will you personally apply the truths of this passage to your own life?
- Apr 12, 2026Better than Aaron – Hebrews 5:1-10Apr 12, 2026Better than Aaron – Hebrews 5:1-10By: Ben LairamoreSeries: HebrewsQuestions for Discussion & Application
- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- What are the similarities and differences between Jesus’ priesthood and the priests of the Old Testament?
- Who was Melchizedek? Why is Jesus said to be a priest from the order of Melchizedek?
- In what sense did Jesus need to learn obedience through His sufferings and to be made perfect?
- Why do all people need a high priest?
- Jesus is the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him. How does this truth call us to action?
- How will you apply today’s passage to your own life?
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- What questions do you have about today’s passage and message?
- What 3 descriptions of Jesus are we given in verse 14? How do these descriptions of Jesus, encourage us to hold fast our confession?
- What exactly is our confession that we need to hold fast to? (See Romans 10:9).
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- Do you find it difficult to approach God and His throne with confidence? Why? Why not?
