Hebrews - Week Eight
Hebrews 4:1-11
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” - Matthew 11:28-30
Life Group Discussion Questions
OPENING
If you had to summarize your relationship with Jesus in a song title, what would it be?
READ HEBREWS 4:1-11
What does it mean to “fear” in verse 1? How is this different from unhealthy fear?
How does the wilderness generation serve as a warning for us today?
How would Hebrews have us understand “God’s rest”? How would you describe it to someone unfamiliar with the Bible?
Verse 11 tells us to “strive” to enter God’s rest. What does that look like in daily life? How is striving different from earning salvation?
APPLICATION
The sermon referenced “practical atheism.” What are some ways this might show up in your own life? How can we fight against these attitudes and behaviors?
What are some habits, disciplines, or practices that help you strive faithfully to enter God’s rest?