I was sexually abused as a kid. I still feel like a little boy in a man’s body. How do I grow up? Is the radical imagery in Revelation 9 to be taken literally? I’ve had cancer twice. I’m looking at more treatment. I don’t know what to do with this decision.

Which verses really say we have a new heart? Would you be willing to ask your audience to pray for Ukraine? How can I believe in justification by faith when the odds are against me?

Is the return of Christ secretive or public? Does the final judgment come later? I can barely pay my rent, yet I feel pressure to tithe. Should I? Is it okay to listen carefully to false teachers to glean bits of truth? Why do I have dreams that I’m losing my salvation?

Is our response to the Gospel a “religious work” or an act of faith? What can I do about men who are looking at me? My sons have recently joined the Orthodox church. What are your thoughts? Why do so many end up dating unbelievers and sleeping around? Do we believers wrestle with God, or what is the source of our struggle? Do Catholics pray to Mary and the saints? Is that tradition consistent with the New Testament?

1. Read Hebrews 8:6. What is the “more excellent ministry”? What are the “better promises”?
2. Read Hebrews 9:11-12. Why are the words “once for all” and “eternal” so significant in this passage?
3. Read Hebrews 9:13-14. What is the comparison and logical argument made? What does this mean to you personally?
4. Read Hebrews 9:15 and react to this statement: The cross works backward and forward in time.
5. Read Hebrews 10:15-17. What are the key elements of the new covenant? Why is it noteworthy that the Holy Spirit is testifying to it?
6. Read Hebrews 10:18 and react to this statement: The cross worked perfectly, so God will never require anything else for your forgiveness.
7. Read Hebrews 10:19-23. What are three or four things we’re encouraged to do in light of Christ’s finished work?
8. Read Hebrews 10:24-25. In terms of attitudes and actions, what is the main focus in this new life in Christ? And why do we gather today?

I’ve learned to say what God says about me! Will the Jews still perish if they don’t believe? Why are so many preaching legalism? Why can’t they just “get” the message of grace? How should we act and respond to people in times of terrorism?

Why does Jesus say “many are called, few are chosen”? How does the parable about the wedding feast reveal His true meaning? When is the rapture? Why did Paul go to Arabia?

What does it mean to put on the full armor of God? My mind is a battlefield all the time, and I have intrusive thoughts. What can I do? My son is an alcoholic with three children, and I’m very concerned. I’ve tried to help a number of times, and nothing seems to change. Can you help me?