Sermon Outline:

Big Idea: Why turn back? Jesus is the true and better High Priest, anchoring us in unshakable assurance.

1. It is an eternal priesthood (1-3).
2. It is not by lineage (4-6).
3. It is superior to the Levite and Aaronic priesthoods (7-10).

Bible Fellowship Group Study Questions:

1. What does the author of Hebrews emphasize about Melchizedek’s identity and role in verses 1–3?
2. How does the passage show that Melchizedek’s priesthood is superior to the Levitical priesthood?
3. Why is it significant that Melchizedek “resembles the Son of God” rather than being the Son himself?
4. Where are you tempted to trust in your religious performance or lineage instead of Christ’s eternal priesthood?
5. When you feel condemned or unworthy, how can the truth of Christ’s unchanging priesthood bring you comfort?
6. What would change in your daily walk with God if you truly believed that Jesus intercedes for you continually?
7. In what ways are you tempted to “turn back” to what feels more tangible or familiar rather than walking by faith?
8. How can the assurance of Jesus as your eternal High Priest deepen your trust in God during trials or spiritual weariness?