Truth 101 Class

  Hebrews 4:1-10 focuses on entering God's rest. Those who do not hear and believe the gospel message are not able to enter God's rest. However, God established His plan of salvation since the foundation of the world. Thus, just as God rested from His work on the seventh day (Genesis 2:2), we can also enter His rest by placing our faith in Christ's finished work on the cross.  Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-10 Fear, disobedience, and lack of trust kept Israel from entering God's rest.  What can sometimes cause me to restlessly "wander in the wilderness" as well? What does truly entering God's rest look like in my life? For music inspired by this Scripture passage, following is a link to a YouTube video: Hebrews 4:1-11: Link

  Hebrews 3:12-19 focuses on the warning against hardened hearts caused by unbelief and rebellion. With a sense of urgency, we are called to encourage one another to hold firmly to Christ, so that we may enter God's rest. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 12-19 How can we encourage one another most effectively?  Am I actively participating in my life with Christ, or have I become more of a spectator? [NOTE: In v.14, the word for "to share" can also be translated to partner, associate, partake, or participate] Just as exercise and healthy eating help keep our physical hearts healthy, what helps keep my spiritual heart healthy and enables me to hold firmly to my faith? For music inspired by this Scripture passage, following is a link to a YouTube video: Hebrews 3:12-19: Link