Hebrews 5:11-6:12 Bible Study Questions
- What did the author of Hebrews say about the people’s understanding of the truths of God in 5:11-12?
- What is the “teaching about righteousness” referring to?
- How does one in maturity train themselves to distinguish good from evil?
- What is the difference between remorse or regret as compared to repentance?
- Would you say you are spiritually mature? Why or why not?
6. What are the elementary teachings of Christ as compared to those teachings that have been taken forward to maturity?
7. What is impossible for those that have tasted the heavenly gift?
8. What are the different stances/beliefs amidst Christians about salvation that you have experienced or heard? Read Hebrews 6:13-20, John 5:24, John 10:26-30, and Romans 8:28-39 and reflect/consider how these passages inform your understanding of the assurance of salvation.
9. What point do you think the author of Hebrews is trying to establish with 6:4-8?
10. Why can Jesus not be crucified twice for someone?
11. What are the things that pertain to salvation in a believer’s life?
12. What is God’s part in spiritually maturing a person and what is our part in becoming spiritually mature?
Application:
- What solid spiritual food have I been consuming lately that has allowed God to mature me and helped me in training for righteousness?
- Why do I believe my salvation is secure in Christ?
- Are there times that I doubt my salvation, and if so, why?
- How does knowing that God is just and will not forget the work and love I have shown Him comfort me?
- Who in my life has the type of faith I want to imitate?