Title: "Jesus: Mediator of a Better Covenant"

1. Why did Andy begin by talking about two special rings, and how do they relate to the old and new covenants which God made with his people? Read Exodus 19:3-6 & 4:22-23 and discuss some of the blessings the Jews experienced in the covenant the Lord made with them. Read Hebrews 8:5. What two analogies did Andy use to illustrate how the Mosaic covenant was a mere replica of the better covenant God has made with us through Christ?

2. Read Hebrews 8:1-2 and discuss the blessing we receive because of the location from which Jesus’ covenant is mediated. How is that highlighted in 7:23-25? Read 8:6. What does it mean that Jesus’ covenant is founded on better promises? How does that give you hope on your worst day? How does that set us apart from adherents of other religions? Read 8:10-12. Talk about the superior blessings we have compared to the Jews when it comes to obeying God, knowing God, and experiencing full forgiveness of sin. How does this bolster your confidence?