This episode is session one of our “Jesus: True and Better” Group Study Bundle, which focuses on Hebrews 1-7. In this episode, Amber introduces the book of Hebrews by teaching on its context and Old Testament background.

These recordings are designed to accompany your study after you spend time in individual study and group discussion. To study along with use, download Jesus: True and Better Group Study Companion Guide from our website.

Podcast Navigation:

00:55 Psalm 95

01:47 Introduction to Context

05:50 Who wrote it?

07:50 When was it written? & Metanarrative

11:08 Who was it written to?

13:02 In what style is it written?

13:55 Why was it written?

16:15 Overview of Study

17:40 Old Testament Background

25:40 Closing

References and Resources

• Psalm 95:1-7 song of praise

• Ephesians 1:7 redemption through His blood

• Psalm 111:9 sent redemption, commanded covenant

• Luke 21:28 redemption drawing near

• Romans 8:23 redemption of our bodies

• Hebrews 9:11-12 securing an eternal redemption

• Women of the Word, Jen Wilkin

• Genesis 17:1-8 Abrahamic covenant

• Exodus 2:23-25 bondage of Israel

• Hebrews 12:1b-2 founder and perfecter of our faith

• Philippians 2:5-11 mind of Christ, Christ worshiped