Hebrews: Warning 1: Drifting From the Gospel

So far, in the book of Hebrews, our author has lifted up our eyes to see Jesus. Now, as we move into chapter 2, he looks us in the eye and emphatically says, "Don't drift away!" It is easy to drift. It is natural to drift. It is dangerous to drift. We can drift towards licentiousness or legalism, passivity or performance, rebellion or religion. God wants us to walk faithfully in a loving relationship with God. This takes a moment-by-moment, daily reminder of the goodness of Christ and the joy of following him. So don't drift away. Draw near.

Discussion Questions

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

  2. Where do you typically drift? What does that look like? Where does it lead you?

  3. How does focusing on Jesus and his "great salvation" impact how you draw near and not drift?

  4. "One of the great dangers of the Christian life is losing interest in what is familiar." Do you believe this? Why or why not?

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