Hebrews 5:1-4
Today we are reading Hebrews 5.
As we read, these verses stood out to me:
Hebrews 5:1-4 - For every high priest taken from among men is appointed on behalf of men in things pertaining to God, in order to offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins; 2 he can deal gently with the ignorant and misguided, since he himself also is beset with weakness; 3 and because of it he is obligated to offer sacrifices for sins, as for the people, so also for himself. 4 And no one takes the honor to himself, but receives it when he is called by God, even as Aaron was.
Please, take some time to Share Your Thoughts With Us as they relate to this passage.
You can share anything that is on your heart but, if you don't know where to start, try reading these verses and answering one or more of the following "Honest Questions"
Honest Questions
1. Read 1 Peter 2:9-10. Do you think of yourself as a pastor, priest, or ministry leader? If so, please, tell us more about what those labels mean to you.
2. Since we are priests, whose example are we expected to follow and practically speaking what do Hebrews 5:1-4 and 1 Peter 2:9-10 tell us that means?
3. When this passage talks about dealing gently with the ignorant and misguided is it talking about people who are part of the church, people who are not part of the church, or both? Why do you think that?
4. Do you feel pressure to act like you have it all together or do you think you really have it all together?
5. In addition to unbelief, pride, insecurity, greed, sexual immorality, and fear, or anxiety, what are some of the most common "weaknesses" you see present in yourself and/or other spiritual leaders?
6. What is one way you could show "honor" for the spiritual leaders in your community this week?
7. Go back to Exodus 3:7 - 4:17 and read the story of Aaron's calling. What stands out to you in that story?
8. What is one way that you could use your gifts to compliment the weaknesses of the family members and/or spiritual leader(s) God has placed in your life? Are you doing that already?
9. What was your favorite verse in Hebrews 5 and why?
10. Do you have any specific questions or prayer requests after reading Hebrews 5?
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