Rest In Hope Study Material – Week 4
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Rest in Hope Week 4:
Hebrews 7 & John 11:25-26, 12:44-50; Hebrews 8 & John 13:12-17, 34
A Heart Filled Winter Bible Reading Plan
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The Rest in Hope Winter Bible Reading Plan is a 7-week study that pairs the book of Hebrews with passages taken from the book of John. The last week the books of Matthew and Acts make a special appearance to help wrap the study up.
“The book of Hebrews links God’s saving power with His creative power. In other words, the power that brought the universe into being and that keeps it operating is the very power that cleanses our sins. How mistaken we would be to ever think that God couldn’t forgive us. No sin is too big for the Ruler of the universe to handle. He can and will forgive us when we come to Him through His Son…Christ’s sacrifice was final.”
Life Application Study Bible, ©2004, p. 2087
“In this Gospel, John provides clear evidence that Jesus is the Son of God and that by believing in Him we may have eternal life. John also provides unique material about Jesus’ birth. He did not come into being when He was born, because He is eternal.”
Life Application Study Bible, ©2004, p. 1748
Rest in Hope is . . .
A Bible reading plan that offers hearts…
- A quiet stillness!
- An opportunity to fill up on Scripture that proclaims who Jesus is, what He’s already done for us all, and what He continually offers to those that call upon His name!
- The time needed to rekindle our relationship with Jesus!
It’s a Bible reading journey on a mission to get us to sit in the glistening silence with our Lord and Savior.
It will require…
- a willing heart
- true devotion
- a longing for time spent with our Savior
What a wonderful way to keep our hearts cozy all winter long!
Each and every verse in this Bible reading plan points straight to JESUS! As we make our way through the Scripture we will be able to rest in the hope that only Jesus offers!!
For more details on the Rest in Hope Winter Bible Reading Plan – CLICK HERE!
Below you’ll find study material for WEEK 4. This study material is designed to help a heart dig deeper into God’s Word all while finding rest in the hope Jesus offers. The Scripture referenced below points straight to Him! Friends, Jesus is all we need! So, as you make your way through the Rest in Hope Winter Bible Reading Plan look for Jesus, because He is the HOPE our hearts thrive on.
REST IN HOPE – WEEK 4
Friends, the Bible was meant to be read as a whole. Each and every book is beneficial to a heart’s journey. While preparing the Rest in Hope Bible Reading Plan I began looking for ways to pair Hebrews with other Scripture references and once I made it to the book of John the reading plan was complete!
To be able to pair the words from Jesus and His disciples with the book of Hebrews makes for one powerful heart warming experience! So, my friends, as you journey through the Rest in Hope study material may you find this warmth!
SIDE NOTE – Last winter I shared the Rest With The Gospels Winter Bible Reading Plan here at A Heart Filled, and I love the fact that more Gospel reading will be going down with this year’s winter Bible reading plan! The Gospels are a great place to begin a dig when a heart is on the hunt for more, more about Jesus because they shed light on the time He walked the Earth side-by-side His disciples. (To fill your heart with even more of the Gospel truth, make sure to visit the growing collection of devotions that revolve around Scripture found in these four books of the Bible: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John!)
Rest in Hope – Week 4 Study Material
The Rest in Hope Bible Reading Plan was designed to help hearts grow closer and closer to Jesus, and that’s exactly what this study material is all about. It’s filled with key verses, Bible notes, and extra reading material that all points towards Jesus! Also included with each week’s study material is a worship song to help get our praise on as we dive into the glistening silence with our Lord and Savior!
Friends, this study material is here to help hearts fill up with the truths discovered along the Rest in Hope journey! It’s here to help hearts find the warmth Jesus not only offers us this winter season, but all year long!
I invite you to go grab a warm, cozy blanket, your favorite hot mug of bliss and get comfy! Cuz, it’s time to OPEN OUR BIBLES & FILL OUR HEARTS!!
(I’ve linked each section to make it easier to navigate. To head straight to a specific section just click on the links below!)
Worship Song – I Speak Jesus
I’m excited to be sharing this week’s song with you all, as it’s one I play on repeat often. Friends, Charity Gayle’s song, I Speak Jesus, reminds us there is mighty, wonder-working power in Jesus’ holy name!!
His name is POWER!
His name is HEALING!
His name is LIFE!
Jesus is near and He is the One who shines through the shadows!!! Our Savior and Lord has power over ALL, and there is peace within His presence!!! Listen to the words sung and be uplifted!
REFERENCES: Song Title-I Speak Jesus; Author(s)-Jesse Reeves, Dustin Smith, Abby Benton, Kristen Dutton, Carlene Prince, Raina Pratt; Publish Date-2020
Hebrews 7
FILL UP WITH TRUTH FOUND IN HEBREWS 7
“This change has been made very clear since a different priest, who is like Melchizedek, has appeared. Jesus became a Priest, not by meeting the physical requirements of belonging to the tribe of Levi, but by the power of a life that cannot be destroyed. And the psalmist pointed this out when he prophesied, ‘You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.'”
Hebrews 7:15-17 (NLT)
“Consequently, He is able to save the uttermost those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them.”
Hebrews 7:25 (ESV)
“For it was indeed fitting that we should have such a High Priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens.”
Hebrews 7:26 (ESV)
DIG DEEPER
To dig deeper into what you read about in Hebrews 7, fill your heart with…
- More About the Hope Jesus Offers Believers – Romans 8
- More About the Lord’s Reign – Psalms 110
John 11:25-26 & 12:44-50
FILL UP WITH TRUTH FOUND IN JOHN 11:25-26 & 12:44-50
“(25)Jesus told her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in Me will live, even after dying. (26)Everyone who lives in Me and believes in Me will never ever die. Do you believe this, Martha?'”
John 11:25-26 (NLT)
“How can we know the Creator when He doesn’t make Himself visible? Jesus said plainly [in John 12:45] that those who see Him see God, because He is God. If you want to know what God is like, study the person and words of Jesus Christ.“
Life Application Study Bible, ©2004, p. 1782
KEEP READING JOHN
If you back up to the start of John 11 you’ll find the beginning of a story only Jesus could be a part of! It’s in this story that Jesus shows us He is able to do the impossible!! Friends, Jesus’ timing is perfection.
- Jesus IS Worthy – John 11:1-16
As you make your way through the rest of this chapter the story of sickness and death makes way for a powerful healing only Jesus’ hands are capable of performing. It’s THIS healing that brings honor and glory to the King of the universe!!
- Jesus Performs THE HEALING of all Healings – John 11:17-44
Friends, Jesus’ timing is spot on!! His timing is filled with divine purpose.
Hebrews 8
FILL UP WITH TRUTH FOUND IN HEBREWS 8
“(1)Here is the main point: We have a High Priest who sat down in the place of honor beside the throne of the majestic God in Heaven. (2)There He ministers in the heavenly Tabernacle, the true place of worship that was built by the Lord and not by human hands.“
Hebrews 8:1-2 (NLT)
“But now Jesus, our High Priest, has been given a ministry that is far superior to the old priesthood, for He is the One who mediates for us a far better covenant with God, based on better promises.“
Hebrews 8:6 (NLT)
“Under God’s new covenant, God’s law is inside us. It is no longer an external set of rules and principles. The Holy Spirit reminds us of Christ’s words, activates our conscience, influences our motives and desires, and makes us want to obey. Now doing God’s will is something we desire with all our heart and mind.“
Life Application Study Bible, ©2004, p. 2099
DIG DEEPER
To dig deeper into what you read about in Hebrews 8, fill your heart with…
- With A New Heart Comes New Light – Philippians 2:12-18
- A Reminder For Our Hearts – Titus 2:11-14
- More on the Book of Jeremiah
John 13:12-17, 34
FILL UP WITH TRUTH FOUND IN JOHN 13:12-17, 34
“Jesus did not wash His disciples’ feet just to get them to be nice to each other. His far greater goal was to extend His mission on Earth after He was gone. These men [including ALL Believers today] were to move into the world serving God, serving each other, and serving all people to whom they took the message of salvation.”
Life Application Study Bible, ©2004, p. 1784
“So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.“
John 13:34 (NLT)
KEEP READING JOHN
John 13 is the part in John where Jesus begins to teach His disciples privately. A heart that is opened and willing to receive these lessons will be able to glean all the goodness. Jesus pours so much wisdom out upon His disciples with each and every lesson that follows. Take the time needed to soak it all in by resting at your Savior’s feet today!!
- An Important Lesson Before the Passover Meal – John 13:1-20
- Jesus Knows Our Hearts – John 13:21-38
Jesus shows us the way, friends!
That’s A Wrap For WEEK 4!
This concludes the study material for WEEK 4 of the Rest in Hope Winter Bible Reading Plan. As you make your way through God’s Word I pray you are able to…
- REST IN THE HOPE found only in Jesus!
- BE STILL & MEDITATE on His wonderful words!
- FILL YOUR HEART with His priceless treasures!
- LIVE BY HIS TRUTH ALONE!
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FILL YOUR HEART!
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