Hebrews 7:20
And none of this happened without an oath. For others became priests without an oath,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Hebrews 7:20?

2. How does Hebrews 7:20 emphasize the importance of God's oath in priesthood?

3. Why is God's oath significant for understanding Jesus' eternal priesthood in Hebrews 7:20?

4. How does Hebrews 7:20 connect to Psalm 110:4 regarding priesthood?

5. What practical implications does Jesus' priesthood have for our daily faith journey?

6. How can we apply the assurance of God's oath in our spiritual lives?

7. How does Hebrews 7:20 emphasize the importance of oaths in the priesthood of Jesus?

8. Why is the oath significant in establishing Jesus as a superior priest in Hebrews 7:20?

9. What historical context supports the use of oaths in Hebrews 7:20?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Hebrews 7?

11. In Hebrews 5:5, where is the historical evidence for God directly declaring Jesus as priest in a manner consistent with Israel’s established priesthood?

12. How does the notion of an eternal priesthood 'without beginning of days or end of life' (Hebrews 7:3) align with other biblical texts that emphasize human lineage and mortality for priests?

13. Is the law of Moses useful? Yes. All scripture is... profitable... (2 Timothy 3:16) No. . . . A former commandment is set aside because of its weakness and uselessness... (Hebrews 7:18)

14. Why does Hebrews 7 establish a priesthood 'in the order of Melchizedek' (Hebrews 7:17), which appears to undermine the Levitical priesthood mandated in the Old Testament?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the nature of God's oath in Hebrews 7:20 enhance your confidence in Jesus' role as our High Priest?

2. In what ways does the permanence of Jesus' priesthood impact your daily walk with God?

3. How does the concept of Jesus as a priest in the order of Melchizedek deepen your understanding of His role in your life?

4. What are some practical ways you can live out the assurance of salvation that comes from Jesus' eternal priesthood?

5. How can the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in Jesus' priesthood encourage you in your faith journey?1. How does the author of Hebrews use the story of Melchizedek to illustrate the nature of Christ’s priesthood?

2. What does the comparison of Melchizedek and Jesus tell us about the nature of God’s plan for salvation?

3. How does Abraham's interaction with Melchizedek help us understand the concept of tithing?

4. What are the limitations of the Levitical priesthood as presented in Hebrews 7?

5. Why was there a need for another priest to come in the order of Melchizedek?

6. What does it mean that Jesus' priesthood is based on "the power of an indestructible life"?

7. How does the unchanging nature of Jesus' priesthood affect our understanding of His intercession for us?

8. What is the significance of Jesus being the guarantor of a better covenant?

9. How does the concept of Jesus’ eternal priesthood comfort you in your personal faith journey?

10. What does the author mean by saying Jesus is able "to save completely"?

11. How can you apply the lessons of the imperfect Levitical priesthood and the perfect priesthood of Christ to your life?

12. How does the understanding of Christ as our eternal High Priest influence your relationship with God?

13. How might you explain the significance of Melchizedek to someone unfamiliar with the Bible?

14. What are the practical implications of the phrase "He always lives to intercede for them" in our daily lives?

15. If Jesus is our High Priest who intercedes for us, how should this affect our prayer life?

16. In what ways can we apply the principles of tithing as demonstrated by Abraham to Melchizedek in our modern-day context?

17. How does understanding Jesus as our perfect High Priest affect your approach to dealing with sin and guilt?

18. If we view ourselves as priests in the order of Melchizedek (1 Peter 2:9), what responsibilities come with this calling?

19. In a world filled with temporary things, how does the eternal nature of Jesus' priesthood bring you peace?

20. In the context of Jesus being a High Priest forever, how would this perspective influence your handling of life's trials and tribulations?

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