Hebrews 1:1-1:3

Bible Study with Pastor Terry Gray


The Book of Hebrews
This book showcases Jesus in His glory, in His power, in his love, in his sacrificial work that accomplishes salvation, and in his exalted position, sitting at the right side of God.


The author is unknown. Some scholars believe it was written by Paul in Hebrew and later translated into Greek, although there are other contending theories (which we won't get into it here). Whoever wrote it had a tremendous grasp of the Old Testament.


The audience of the book is also unknown. It was not addressed to a specific church. However, from the Book, we know that the audience was an assembly comprised of Jewish Christians. This group of people, because of harsh persecutions during their time, were tired of fighting. They wanted to go back to the good old days of Judaism. The Book of Hebrews therefore encourages them to not look back, to remember that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus has fulfilled the Old Testament, ending the days of Judaism. It's time to move on.


Hebrews 1:1-3
God is not silent. He has revealed Himself in many ways. 


Psalm 19:1
God speaks through His creations.


Romans 1:20
All people are created with the God-given ability to recognize that God exists and are held accountable.


Of the numerous ways God has revealed Himself, the ultimate best way was through Jesus.


Jesus is God's best word


1. Jesus is God's ultimate revelation because Jesus is God. He didn't come teaching about the way or the light. He came telling people He IS the way. He IS the light! The Old Testament prophets came to reveal God's message. Jesus IS the message!


2. Jesus completed or will complete (there aren't that many left) all Old Testment prophecies.


3. Jesus is God's last word. There is no room for any more prophets. Jesus has said all there is need to said. Jesus did it all when He died on the Cross for us, "It is done!" Done means done.


7 Characteristics of Jesus
1. Jesus is the supreme prophet.
2. Jesus is the unique owner of all things, the uncreated creator.
3. Jesus is the exact image of God's being, the radiance of God's glory.
4. Jesus is the sustainer of the universe.
5. Jesus is the sacrificing priest who cleansed all sin.
6. Jesus is the loyal king, the conqueror who occupies the place of honor above all his creation.
7. JESUS IS GOD.