New Testament · BOOK 58 OF 66

Hebrews

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Illustration: Jesus stands in radiant light before attentive people, a symbolic illustration of God speaking through His Son rather than a particular recorded event.

God Speaks Through His Son

Hebrews 1:1–4

Jesus stands in radiant light before attentive people, reflecting God speaking through His Son.

Illustration: Jesus offers compassionate companionship to weary ordinary people in an ancient setting, a thematic illustration of sharing humanity and helping those who are tested.

Sharing Humanity and Offering Help

Hebrews 2:14–18

Jesus offers compassionate companionship to weary ordinary people in an ancient setting, a thematic illustration of sharing humanity and helping those who are tested.

Illustration: An ancient high priest in sacred garments approaches the tabernacle sanctuary, symbolically illustrating the letter’s discussion of Christ’s priesthood.

The High Priest and the Sanctuary

Hebrews 4:14–16; 9:1–12

An ancient high priest in sacred garments approaches the tabernacle sanctuary, symbolically illustrating the letter’s discussion of Christ’s priesthood.

Illustration: A strong ancient ship’s anchor holds firmly beneath clear water while waves move above, symbolically illustrating secure hope.

An Anchor for the Soul

Hebrews 6:18–20

A strong ancient ship’s anchor holds firmly beneath clear water while waves move above, symbolically illustrating secure hope.

Illustration: An ancient community listens thoughtfully and practices care for one another beneath gentle light, symbolically illustrating God’s law written on hearts.

The New Covenant

Hebrews 8:6–13

An ancient community listens thoughtfully and practices care for one another beneath gentle light, symbolically illustrating God’s law written on hearts.

Illustration: Abraham travels with his household and pack animals toward an unfamiliar distant landscape, trusting God as he journeys.

Abraham Journeys in Faith

Hebrews 11:8–10

Abraham travels with his household and pack animals toward an unfamiliar distant landscape, trusting God as he journeys.

Illustration: Believers represented as ancient runners move forward with endurance along a path, their attention directed toward distant radiant hope.

Running with Endurance

Hebrews 12:1–3

Believers represented as ancient runners move forward with endurance along a path, their attention directed toward distant radiant hope.

Illustration: Ancient Christian neighbors welcome a traveler and bring food to a person held in a nearby modest prison, a coherent community illustration.

Hospitality and Care for Prisoners

Hebrews 13:1–3

Ancient Christian neighbors welcome a traveler and bring food to a person held in a nearby modest prison, a coherent community illustration.