Hebrews: The Better Temple
Where do you feel the most 'at home'? Where is that? What does that feel like? The Hebrews had a word for this, "Shalom." This word meant "the way it should be." The Hebrews felt most at home in the Temple of God. It was here that they were reminded of God's provision as they walked in God's presence. These were hints of heaven and shadows of something greater to come. In Christ, we do not just get the shadow, we get the full substance of the way it should be. This creates in us a longing now as we anticipate what is to come.
Discussion Questions
What was the main thing God taught you from the message? How does that impact the way you see God, yourself, and others?
Where do you feel most 'at home'? What does that feel like?
What are ways you can remind yourself of God's past faithfulness and provision in your life? What are ways you can look ahead to God's future faithfulness?
What are ways you can watch for "hints of heaven" in your life in order to create a longing for heaven to come?
What is one way you plan to live out God's word this week?