Hebrews 2 Bible Study Questions

Please also take a moment to read Psalm 8

What warning is given in verses 2:1-4?
Why is drifting from or neglecting our salvation so dangerous? Why is it sometimes more difficult to come back from a period of drifting away as opposed to not drifting in the first place?
What practical things are believers to do to avoid neglecting our salvation?
What is the difference between transgression and an act of disobedience?
How is Jesus the fulfillment of Psalm 8?
Why was the incarnation of Jesus essential to his ability to save?
What does making atonement for sin mean? Why is it necessary?
Explain why Jesus, the source of our salvation, was made perfect through sufferings?
Why is Jesus not ashamed to call those who believe in him, brothers and sisters?
Why was the death of Jesus necessary in order to destroy the one holding the power of death?
Why are people tempted by sin able to look to Jesus for help? How does Jesus help overcome personal temptation for those that believe in him? How does Jesus help us in the times when we do fall to the temptations of sin?

Application:

What temptations are present in this world increase the likelihood of drifting away from the truth of salvation? How has God helped me from drifting away from him?
When was the last time the Holy Spirit helped me to overcome falling into sin’s temptation?
What suffering am I grateful that God did not spare me from because of the sanctification it has brought?