1. Refer to “Epistle to the Hebrews” in the Bible Dictionary (pp. 746–47). Read the first paragraph and the “Analysis of Hebrews,” number 1–5. Make a list of what Jesus Christ is superior to.
- Jesus is greater than angels, they are servants and He is the Son.
- Jesus is greater than M oses. Although Moses was a faithful servant, Jesus was a faithful son.
- Jesus is a higher priest of Melchizedek. Melchizedek was greater than Abraham.
2. Read Hebrews 1. Make a list of three truths Paul taught about the Savior Jesus Christ.
- God appointed Jesus to be the Heir of all things, who also made the worlds. (Hebrews 1:2)
- Jesus died for our sins. ( Hebrews 1:3)
- Jesus is greater than angels, and he shall be worshiped by God’s angels
3. Read Hebrews 2:7–18; 4:13–16; Alma 7:11–15; Doctrine and Covenants 122:8. In writing describe how these scriptures explain reasons the Son of God came to earth to experience mortality.
The Son of God came down to this Earth because He knew of His Father’s plan, which required Him to sacrifice Himself for the sins of those who would come down to this Earth. That was important because God wanted us to have a way to return to Him, by giving us the Atonement. Because of His sacrifice, we are able to obtain His mercy and find the help we need. We can show our faith in Heavenly Father’s plan, by following His Son, which is another reason why Jesus came down. It is a test to see who is willing to follow Him.