Sermon Outline:
- God's Gospel gives a better hope than God's Law (7:11-19)
- The Oath by which we draw near to God is un-killable by death (7:19-25)
- Only Christ can save to the uttermost (7:25-28)
Family Discussion Questions:
Younger and Older:
- Why did the Old Testament priests not get to do their work forever? Why then can Jesus continue His work for us forever?
- Will God hear your prayers because of what you've done for Him or because of what Jesus did for you?
- Why is it better to have a relationship with God based on His promise instead of having a relationship with God based on how good you are?
Deeper Discussion:
- If the Law of God was useless to bring us to God, what was it's purpose?
- Christians too are tempted to relate to God according to the Law instead of by the Gospel. What does that mean?
- Why do Christians keep the Law of God even though we do not draw near to God by it?
- The ceremonies and ornate clothing by which the Levitical priests became priests were all external and outward. How does this communicate that Christ's work for us would be greater?
- How does knowing that Christ saves you to the uttermost help you to: Draw near to God? Turn from all sin? Humble yourself?