Last year was the first time in almost 20 years that I wasn’t in a weekly Bible study. I have to admit, I got used to the extra hours in my week. It allowed me time to settle in to my new job as an editor at TGC, continue my work at my church, and begin writing a new book. In fact, as Bible study started up again this fall, I began wondering if I had time to fit it in this year.
However, as soon as I went to the first study, I knew why I needed to be there. It’s easy in the busyness of doing ministry to forget why it’s so important.
Hebrews is a book that reminds us on every page: Jesus is Better. While I know in my mind he’s better, I’m prone to forget that truth as I go about my day. I’m tempted to want an easier life, cherish my sin, and believe a better set of circumstances is the key to my happiness. Patiently and faithfully, the writer of Hebrews sets me straight, pointing me to the truth: There’s nothing better than knowing Jesus.
You may already have a Bible study you’re attending at church or in your community—that’s wonderful (and the best way to study in my opinion). However, if for some reason you’ve missed a sign up and don’t have a study, I invite you to join me in studying Hebrews.
Here’s the good news about this study: it’s free, it’s online, and it’s available every week. I also happen to trust the teacher (most of the time . . . he doesn’t like cilantro, so there are legitimate concerns).
You can find the videos and handouts for the study here. Below, I’ve put the first video and handout, starting at the point where he begins giving the overview and outline of the book. The first actual lesson in Hebrews is in Week 2.
I hope this study might encourage your heart and mind as it already has mine.
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWGKUhzhDBw?rel=0&start=1610]
