Suffering Glory—Shadows of the Good to Come

Hebrews 13

Joel Miles

June 23, 2024

With a friend, your family or in your small group, discuss the following questions:

Summarize the Themes of Hebrews

• In pairs, identify and summarize the five most prominent themes in the Letter to the Hebrews. What are these themes? Come back together as a group to discuss. 

Application of Lessons

• What are the key lessons you have learned from studying the Letter to the Hebrews? How can you apply these lessons in your daily life? 
• What are your favorite passages and why?

Understanding Hebrews 3:6

• Hebrews 3:6 uses a term translated as "confidence," which specifically means "courageously speaking about something." It also talks about "glorying" or boasting about something. What action is the author urging the readers to take? Why is this call to action significant?

Related Themes in Hebrews

• How do Hebrews 10:32-35 and 13:13-16 reflect a similar theme to Hebrews 3:6? What primary ethical message is being highlighted through these passages?

Challenges in Public Faith

• Why do we often find it difficult to openly share our faith in Christ? What does it mean to have a public faith and to bear witness to Him?

Connecting Theology and Witnessing

• How does the theological teaching in Hebrews support and relate to the call to witness for Jesus through our words and actions?

Prayer and Encouragement

• Are there specific people in your life with whom you would like to share your faith? How can the group support and encourage you in this effort?