Since we have been given a part in God’s unshakable kingdom, we are called to a certain kind of kingdom living. As the author of Hebrews begins his final chapter, he opens with some reminders about what God’s priorities are for His people as they live as a part of His body.
Monica
The following guide is a resource for your personal time of abiding with the Lord and for your Community Group when you meet. It can also be used for times with family or friends around the table.
DISCOVER [ Hebrews 13:1-6 ]
WHAT is this passage saying and what is a key truth or thought that I/we learn?
(Use the questions to help make additional observations about the passage to clarify the main point)
1 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. 3 Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. 4 Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous. 5 Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” 6 So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”
+ v. 1 How does brotherly love form a basis for the duties that we are to show one another in the rest of this passage?
+ v. 3 Why does the author add “since you are also in the body”? How does being part of a larger body shape our view of others?
+ v. 4 How should we view marriage and sexual expression in God’s kingdom?
+ v. 5-6 What promise does the author of Hebrews remind us of that allows us to have confidence in the Lord’s provision for us?
+ What does this passage teach us about Jesus, Power, His Spirit, or our calling as believers?
HOW is the Lord calling me to action/obedience?
(Below are a couple of ideas to help prompt responses if needed)
+ Is there sin to confess or a next step to take? How has it gone since last time?
+ Do I see myself as part of a larger body in kingdom living? Do I treat that body in brotherly love?
+ Does one of these admonitions stand out as one that you need to be reminded of? Is there a step of faith you need to take?
+ Am I content with what I have? If not, why?
WHO am I walking with and praying for to discover Jesus?
(e.g., spend time with them, set-up an intentional time to share your story, begin a discovery study on the teachings of Jesus with them)
+ What is my next step?