| 1:1-4 |
The Finality and Superiority of the Son of God |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson begins his exposition on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Dr. Johnson discusses questions of the book's authorship and explains it's background against the Jewish traditions. |
| 1:4-6 |
Angels Worship the Son! |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson continues his introduction of the letter to the Hebrews by discussing the author's focus on Christ's place above the angels. Practical warnings to Christians today are also pointed out as Dr. Johnson notes how the letter was sent to older believers who were in danger of lapsing into error. |
| 1:7-9 |
The Majesty of the King |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the opening passage of the Epistle to the Hebrews which details Christ's glory. Dr. Johnson uses Psalm 45 as a Scripture in support of his exposition. |
| 1:10-12 |
Jehovah in Manifested Glory |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson continues his exposition on the introduction of the Epistle to the Hebrews and its establishment of Christ's authority from following the Father's will. |
| 1:13-14 |
The Royal Priest and His Exalted Servants |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson concludes his study of the first chapter of Hebrews by expounding the final attribute given of Christ by the writer. Dr. Johnson discusses the attribute's origin in Psalm 110. |
| 2:1-4 |
The Danger of Drifting |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson teaches on the admonition given by the writer of Hebrews that believers act on the Gospel they have believed. |
| 2:5-9 |
The Glorious Destiny |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives further commentary on the Epistle to the Hebrews with a discussion of how God's righteous judgment applies to those who accept salvation through Christ Jesus. |
| 2:10 |
Populating Heaven |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson explains what the Hebrews writer meant when he stated that Christ was made perfect as the captain of salvation through suffering. |
| 2:11-16 |
The Defeat of the Devil, or Old Nick Wiped Out |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson comments on the Hebrews passage which states the purpose of the combat between the Christ and the devil. |
| 2:17-18 |
Jesus - Wholly Sufficient of Life's Trials |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses the providential role Christ plays in the believer's sanctification as their High Priest. |
| 3:1-6 |
Holy Brethren, Consider Jesus |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the Hebrews writer's command that the better believers know Christ, more significantly they enter into the life that is set forth for them in the word of God. |
| 3:7-9 |
The Evil Heart of Unbelief |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives exposition on the Hebrews writer's emphasis on faith in the work of Christ to redeem sinners. |
| 4:1-13 |
God's Rest and Man's Rest |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the phrase "God's rest" as found in Scripture. |
| 4:14-16 |
Our High Priest's Throne of Grace |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson explains how the writer of Hebrews demonstrates that Christianity has a better high priest, a better covenant and a better sacrifice than the ancient rituals given to the Jews. |
| 5:1-10 |
Our High Priest, Called and Compassionate |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson comments on the fulfillment of the requirements for the role of High Priest by Christ Jesus. |
| 5:11 - 6:3 |
The Disaster of Dullness |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the writer of Hebrews' admonition to believers about the need to have a growing faith. |
| 6:1-12 |
The Thing God Cannot Permit |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives exposition on Hebrews' call to believer in Christ to perfect their faith. |
| 6:1-12 |
The Peril of Apostasy, or Renouncing the Crucified Savior |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson continues his exposition of the Hebrews passage which states the destiny of those who adhere to the truth of the gospel. |
| 6:13-20 |
One Immutable God and Two Immutable Things |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the Hebrews passage which explains the struggle of the Christian between his new faith and old nature. |
| 7:1-3; Genesis 14:1-24 |
Melchizedek and Jesus Christ (1) |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson conducts a sub-series on the Hebrews letter's reference to Christ Jesus as a part of the order of the ancient priest who ministered to Abraham, Melchizedek of Salem. |
| Genesis 14:17-20; Psalm 110:1-7 |
Melchizedek and Jesus Christ (2) |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson continues his series on Jesus Christ and the priesthood of Melchizedek, expounding the significance in Jesus' own use of Psalm 110 in asserting his role of High Priest for believers. |
| 7:1-10; Genesis 14:17-20 |
Melchizedek and Jesus Christ (3) |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives additional exposition on the Bible's record of who Melchizedek was and how those characteristics are revealed in Jesus Christ. |
| 7:11-19 |
Melchizedek and Jesus Christ (4) |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson concludes his four-part study of the Hebrews epistle's reference to the Order of Melchizedek. Dr. Johnson expounds the hope that Christ Jesus' priesthood, symbolized by the Order, provides for the believer. |
| 7:20-28 |
The Exalted Status of Our High Priest |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives his exposition on the glorious infinity of Christ's service as High Priest on behalf of believers. |
| 8:1-13 |
Hebrews and the New Covenant |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson explains how Christ's role as High Priest complete's God's plan of salvation and conveys forgiveness and freedom from fear. |
| 9:1-10 |
The Sanctuary and the Services |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives commentary on the Hebrews' epistle's Levitical references about Christ's priestly work. |
| 9:11-14 |
Eternal Redemption |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson explains the full purpose of the redemption of humankind. |
| 9:15-22 |
The Mediation of the New Covenant |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the sacrificial role played by Christ as High Priest in reconciling the Mosaic law with God's New Covenant in man's salvation. |
| 9:23-28 |
The Last Legitimate Sacrifice for Sin |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson continues his exposition on the Hebrews passage which describes how Christ Jesus accomplished an acceptable sacrifice before God on behalf of sinners. Dr. Johnson explains how Christ's priestly sacrifice makes possible the personal relationship needed by humans in order to know God. |
| 10:1-10 |
The Shadow and the Reality |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives commentary on the once-for-all nature of Christ's sacrifice. |
| 10:11-18 |
The Conclusion of the Theological Argument |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives exposition on the writer of Hebrews' evidences of the completed work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers in Christ. |
| 10:19-25 |
Entering the Heavenly Sanctuary |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses the impact on the believer and the changing of his nature by God upon entering into the blessings of the completed priestly work of Christ. |
| 10:26-31 |
Willful Sin |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson comments on willful sin and what is really expressed when it is committed by a professing Christian. |
| 10:32-39 |
The Peril of Drawing Back |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson comments on the Hebrews author's admonition to Christians to continue to walk in faith and persevere in trials. |
| 11:1-4 |
The Honor Roll of the Old Testament Saints |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the famous Hebrews passage which lists the faith-actions of the early Old Testament believers. Dr. Johnson gives exposition on the family of Adam and Eve. |
| 11:5-6 |
A Man Who Walked With God |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson continues his exposition of Hebrews' "Hall of Faith" with commentary on the life of Enoch. |
| 11:7 |
Noah and the Work of Faith |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives commentary on the obedience of Noah. |
| 11:8-19; Genesis 6:1-4 & 22 |
A Life Shaped by Hope |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds Hebrews' record of the life of Abraham. |
| 11:20-22 |
The Faith of the Patriarchs |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson comments on the writer of Hebrews' references to the faith of Isaac and Jacob. |
| 11:23-28 |
Moses, the Faith of Renunciation |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds Moses' submission and obedience as an example of faith. |
| 11:31 |
Rahab and the Power of Earth |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the Gentile faith of Rahab the Harlot. |
| 11:32-40 |
The Remnant of the Faithful |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson concludes his exposition of Hebrews' "Hall of Faith" with comment on those who endured all manner of trials in obedience to God. |
| 12:1-3 |
The Christian Race |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson gives commentary on the strength Christians have from the example of those who follow Christ and allow him to perfect their faith. |
| 12:4-11 |
The Discipline of Life |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses the disciplining process of the Christian life at the hands of the Father. |
| 12:12-17 |
The Horrors of the Careless Professor |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the writer of Hebrews' warning of lapsing into a weak faith based on the example of Esau. |
| 12:18-24 |
Mount Sinai and Mount Zion |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson discusses the holiness of the believer's calling as expressed by the writer of Hebrews. |
| 13:1-6 |
Some Imperatives and the Great Indicative |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson comments on the ultimate expression of those whose souls have been redeemed. |
| 13:7-9 |
Jesus Christ, Unchanged and Unchangable |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson expounds the immutable cornerstone of the believer's faith. |
| 13:10-19 |
The Christian Altar |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson explains the place which the follower of Christ has to put his old nature and way of life. |
| 13:20-25 |
The Great Shepherd and His Everlasting Covenant |
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Dr. S. Lewis Johnson concludes his exposition of Hebrews, summarizing how it informs that God longs to retrieve the man that he lost in Paradise; to see him restored and enjoying the image and glory of God. |
