By Miguel Lara James Dobson, in his Family Legacy Series simulcast, talked about his personal family legacy. He told the story of his great-grandfather G. W. McCluskey, who was born in 1862. Dobson said that his great-grandfather was a prayer warrior; he prayed daily for his family, for those born, and specifically for those not […]
By Sam E. Stone The writer of Hebrews reminded Jewish Christians of the new dispensation’s superiority to the old. The role of the high priest was a position familiar to all Jews. The title first occurred in Leviticus 21:10, where it was used to designate Aaron and his successors. Christians have but one who serves […]
By Jacqueline J. Holness At the start of each year, we Americans customarily make resolutions and set new goals for ourselves. The majority of resolutions have to do with improving our well-being by losing weight, tackling debt, eradicating bad habits, and more. While these goals are admirable, the new year should also be a time […]
By Michael C. Mack What people or situations do you most sympathize with? Where does that sympathy come from? Read Hebrews 4:14–5:10. What adjectives in this passage are used to describe Jesus as our high priest? What is the significance of those descriptions? How is Jesus compared to other high priests? What do they have […]
By Michael C. Mack If Jesus were praying for your group or your church, what specifically would you most want him to pray for? Read John 17:6-21. What words would you use to describe Jesus’ approach, tone, and feelings during this prayer? What do you learn in general about prayer from this passage? What is […]
