WSM: The Book of Hebrews- underway
The Way School of Ministry began its 5th course this past week on the book of Hebrews. David Gordon, director of IHOP-AC is teaching the course. We are excited as a school to go deep in the Word together as we peer into this epistle and gaze on the God-Man. In the first week we began to look at “interpretative keys” to understand the book. From the notes: “The key to understanding God’s message in its proper context in the book of Hebrews is to develop an intimate familiarity with the book as a whole….context is king in interpreting the word of God.” We began to look at some of the keys such as:
5 dangers/ warnings- addressed to these believers to endure to the end and not to give up and fall away from the faith. Each warning/exhortation is connected to His Word
“ifs”- the “ifs” we see in Hebrews challenge us to consider the severity of our obedience and endurance as we walk with Jesus Christ in the midst of increasing deception and persecution at the end of the age.
Supremacy & Excellencies of Christ- It really is all about Jesus: His beauty and His glory manifest to His people, He is worthy. Jesus in His person and work are the key themes of the book of Hebrews.
Lifestyles before the Lord- The cross, the word and the throne are three essential and continual themes throughout the book of Hebrews.
- Lifestyles of consecration through the cross of Jesus Christ
- Lifestyles of revelation through the word of Jesus Christ
- Lifestyles of intercession through the throne of Jesus Christ
We are so expectant to see God establish us deeper in His Word over these next few weeks. Keep checking back for more insights from the class.
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