Oct. 10 | Discovery

Study Questions for Groups

By Michael C. Mack

1. In what tangible way did you act as part of Jesus’ “holy priesthood” last week?

2. What trials or temptations did you face over the past week?

Ask two people to read aloud Hebrews 5:1-10; 6:13-20 one after the other, preferably from different Bible versions. Then ask a third person to summarize the passages. Remind them to keep the summary simple and succinct.

3. What most stood out to you as you heard these passages read?

4. Let’s dig deeper:

• How did someone become a high priest?

• How are the purposes, role, and activities of the high priest described here?

• How is Jesus as our high priest like and unlike other high priests?

• How was Melchizedek a type (prefigurement) of Jesus Christ? (See Hebrews 7:1-3.)

• What can we learn from the days of Jesus’ life on earth?

• How do these passages assure you that God will always keep his promises?

• How do these passages assure you that God will fulfill his purposes?

• In what ways is our hope in God like an anchor?

5. What do you learn about God from these passages?  

6. What do you learn about people?

7. How can you learn to become more obedient to God?

8. People all around us need encouragement and hope. As you apply these passages in your circles of influence this week, how specifically will you offer encouragement and a hope that’s firm and secure to others?

9. Based on our study and discussion, complete this sentence: “This week, I will . . .”

10. What encouragement do you need for the week ahead?

For Next Week: Read and reflect on Hebrews 7:11-28. You can also read next week’s supplemental texts as well as the Study and Application sections as part of your personal study.