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Hebrews

Main Theme

• Denial of the premise that "first things are always the best"
• Introduction of the book of Hebrews and its central argument

Points of Discussion

First and Second Revelation

• Hebrews 1:1-2
• The first revelation through the prophets and angels
• The second revelation through God's Son, Jesus Christ

First and Second Priesthood

• Hebrews 7:11, 18-19
• The Levitical priesthood of Aaron
• The priesthood of Melchizedek, with Christ as the high priest

First and Second Sanctuary

• Hebrews 8:5
• The earthly tabernacle associated with Moses
• The heavenly sanctuary where Christ ministers

First and Second Covenant

• Hebrews 8:6-13
• The Mosaic Covenant with the law written on tablets of stone
• The New Covenant with the law written on hearts, promised by God

First and Second Sacrifice

• Hebrews 9:23-28
• Sacrifices of the old covenant (blood of bulls and goats)
• The sacrifice of Christ, once for all, with His own blood

First and Second Coming of Christ

• Hebrews 9:27-28
• The first coming of Christ for sacrifice
• The second coming of Christ for judgment and completion

Supporting Scriptures

• Hebrews 2:8: Not all things are yet subjected to Christ
• Hebrews 10:11-13: Christ waiting at the right hand of God for His enemies to be made a footstool
• Hebrews 13:14: The lasting city we seek is to come, not present

Conclusion

• Emphasis on waiting for Christ's return and setting eyes on the heavenly city
• Encouragement to look forward to the second coming and say, "Even so, come, Lord Jesus."