◄ Hebrews 10:6 ►
In burnt offerings and sin offerings You took no delight. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Hebrews 10:6? 2. How does Hebrews 10:6 challenge our understanding of Old Testament sacrifices? 3. What does "You had no pleasure" reveal about God's desire for true worship? 4. How can we apply the message of Hebrews 10:6 in our daily lives? 5. What connections exist between Hebrews 10:6 and Jesus' ultimate sacrifice on the cross? 6. How does Hebrews 10:6 encourage us to prioritize obedience over ritualistic practices? 7. Why does Hebrews 10:6 say God has no pleasure in sacrifices and offerings? 8. How does Hebrews 10:6 challenge the Old Testament sacrificial system? 9. What does Hebrews 10:6 imply about the nature of true worship? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Hebrews 10? 11. How do the repeated animal offerings in Numbers 29 align or conflict with the later prophetic criticism of sacrifices (e.g., Isaiah 1:11)? 12. Psalm 40:7-8 - The psalmist speaks of fulfilling what is written in the scroll; how does this align--or conflict--with later New Testament interpretations that apply these verses to Jesus? 13. Does Hebrews 13:10's mention of an altar contradict Old Testament laws allowing priests to eat sacrifices? 14. In Hosea 6:6, is placing mercy over sacrifice inconsistent with other Old Testament passages that emphasize animal offerings? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding the insufficiency of the Old Testament sacrifices deepen your appreciation for Christ's sacrifice? 2. In what ways can you ensure that your religious practices are expressions of genuine faith rather than mere rituals? 3. How does the concept of being a "living sacrifice" challenge your current lifestyle and priorities? 4. Reflect on a time when you prioritized ritual over relationship with God. What changes can you make to align more closely with His desires? 5. How can the teachings in Hebrews 10:6 inspire you to pursue justice, mercy, and obedience in your community? Hebrews 10 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Hebrews 10 contrast the Old Testament sacrifices with Christ's sacrifice? 2. In verses 5-7, how does Jesus fulfill the prophecy in Psalm 40? 3. How does the writer of Hebrews use the Old Testament to enhance understanding and validity of their points? 4. Reflect on the new access believers have to God through Jesus. How should this shape our approach to Him? 5. How can the message of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice influence the way you view guilt and forgiveness in your life? 6. What do verses 24-25 say about the importance of community in the life of a believer? 7. How do the teachings in Hebrews 10 apply to the modern Christian's lifestyle and choices? 8. How does Hebrews 10 inform our understanding of God's character? 9. How can you apply the call to perseverance from this chapter to a current situation in your life? 10. What does it mean to you personally to 'live by faith and not shrink back' as stated in verse 39? 11. How does the writer use the theme of judgment in this chapter? How does it apply to both believers and non-believers? 12. Reflect on the importance of remembrance of past hardships as an encouragement for the future (verses 32-34). Can you draw parallels with your own experiences? 13. Discuss the implications of the warning against willful sin in verses 26-31. How can this inform our decision-making process? 14. How does the promise of God 'remembering our sins no more' (verse 17) provide comfort and reassurance in our spiritual journey? 15. What role does fear of God's judgment play in Christian discipline and perseverance according to this chapter? 16. Discuss the practical ways of 'spurring one another toward love and good deeds' as mentioned in verse 24. 17. How should the concept of Christ's final atonement influence our view on sin and repentance? 18. How can the principles of faith and endurance outlined in this chapter be applied to societal challenges today? 19. What would be the impacts if Christians regularly 'gave up meeting together' (verse 25)? 20. In light of the truth presented in Hebrews 10, how can we better express our gratitude for Christ's ultimate sacrifice? Links Hebrews 10:6 NIV Hebrews 10:6 NLT Hebrews 10:6 ESV Hebrews 10:6 NASB Hebrews 10:6 KJV Hebrews 10:6 Commentaries Bible Hub