The Gift of Jesus | Week Two
The Gift of Frankincense: Jesus Our High Priest
Begin by sharing prayer requests and praying for one another
Read Hebrews 4:14-16 aloud as a group
Key Takeaways
This week, we explored the gift of Frankincense that the wise men brought to Jesus in Matthew 12:11, revealing that Jesus is our High Priest (Heb 4:14-16). As a great high priest…
Jesus became fully human - He had to share our DNA to represent us before God.
Jesus sympathizes with us - He was tempted like us, yet without sin, so He fully understands our struggles.
Jesus grants us access to God's throne - We can approach God anytime, anywhere, without fear or shame.
Discussion Questions:
Read Hebrews 2:14-18 together. Why was it necessary for Jesus to become fully human? What did He accomplish by doing so?
What was the role of the High Priest in the Old Testament? How is Jesus a better High Priest than those who served in the temple?
Read Hebrews 4:15. How does Jesus' experience with temptation differ from ours? Why is it significant that He "held the bar up" and never sinned?
How does knowing Jesus as your Great High Priest change the way you face difficult circumstances, suffering, or even death?
What are you holding onto for joy, peace, and hope this Christmas? Is it health, finances, relationships, or something else? How does that compare to the security Jesus offers?
When you experience temptation or struggle with sin, who or what do you turn to first? Why do you think we often hesitate to come to God immediately with confidence?
This Week’s Discipleship Rhythm: Prayer
Set aside time each day to approach God's throne with confidence. Bring your temptations, struggles, and needs directly to Him without hesitation.
When you feel tempted or discouraged, immediately cry out "God, help!" and watch for His timely provision.