Hebrews: The Better Eternal Priest

Who is Melchizedek? A seemingly obscure person in the Old Testament is one of the most significant. The first priest in our Bible, Melchizedek, foreshadows the Final Priest in our Bible, Jesus. A priest is someone who stands between God and humanity. Jesus is the final high priest who is perfect, eternal, and promised. We have full and final access to God in Him. So draw near because Jesus is the better eternal priest.

Discussion Questions

  1. What was the main thing God taught you from the message? How does that impact the way you see God, yourself, and others?

  2. What comes to your mind when you think of a priest? Why is it important that Jesus is our full and final priest before God?

  3. What does it look like for you to draw near to God through your high priest, Jesus? How can you grow in drawing near to him?

  4. Jesus is presented as "Better than the best" in Hebrew thought. How does Jesus compare to things that compete for your thoughts, actions, and life?

  5. What is one way you plan to live out God's word this week?