In this passage the author of Hebrews explains what is meant by "acceptable worship" in 12:28. Keep this context in mind as you discuss these questions.

1. The word "worship" i 12:28 means "works of service" in the original koine Greek. How is service an expression of worship?

2. What is unique about Christian's philadelphia love for one another? As in, what's unique about its source, cause, or characteristics?

3. Why do you think the author exhorts his readers to let this brotherly love continue?

4. How can we show hospitality (Gk. philoxenia, 'love for strangers') to strangers? What's significant about the rationale for showing hospitality to strangers (v. 2)?

5. How can we remember those who are in prison or being mistreated for their faith, even if we don't encounter it as often in the United States?

6. Why does the author return again to the topic of sexual immorality in verse 4 after having just brought it up in 12:16? How does marriage fit into this discussion?

7. How seriously does God take sexual immorality? Why don't people seem to act like they believe God's Word on sex? Do you believe it? Do your actions align with your profession?

8. This passage tells us to not love money, but to be content. What's the reasoning and encouragement behind this?