In this passage the author of Hebrews continues to explain what is meant by "acceptable

worship" in 12:28. Keep this context in mind as you discuss these questions.

1. The word "worship" in 12:28 means "works of service" in the original koine Greek. How is remembering leaders and those who spoke the word of God an expression of worship?

2. What are the three "action commands" of v. 7? How do you practically obey them?

3. How does verse 8's proclamation of Jesus Christ's unchanging nature (immutability) relate to the commands of verse 7?

4. How does this proclamation relate to verse 9?

5. What's wrong with "diverse and strange teachings"? What are some examples?

6. Read Galatias 1:6-10. Can the gospel be changed? Why or why not? How serious is the Bible about any changes to the gospel?

7. Read Hebrews 10:1-14. How does this passage relate to verses 10-12 of our passage?

8. How should verse 14 inform your life outlook?