1: Identify the OT reference A. Quotation or allusion? Quotation B. N/A 2: Analyze the broad NT context where the OT reference occurs A. Overview of the broad NT context: occasion and outline 1. Occasion: After presenting the audience with a warning about their spiritual immaturity, the author gives them this word of encouragement about the audience’s spiritual commitment, and how they can look at the leaders who paved the way for them. 2. Outline: In this section of Hebrews the argument is divided into three different parts: Firs the author uses Abraham as an example for he was known to be of great faith, God made a promise to him and it was given to him, the second point helps especially when the author is developing his main point, he describes how …show more content…
In the book of James 2:21 it states, “Was not Abraham our father justified by works when he offered up Isaac his son on the altar?” This can be seen as another encouragement to the audience since they are struggling to stay strong in their faith. C. NT’s categorical use of the OT: This promise that God delivered to Abraham can be seen as a source of encouragement to the audience in the book of Hebrews. Because, at the moment they are a marginalized people group, who feel that their faith is wavering. By seeing how greatly God has blessed Abraham and his descendants, this can give them a sense of hope in holding on to their faith. 8: Analyze the author’s rhetorical use of the OT A. Part of theology: God is unchanging—God is always trustworthy and constant, he will never waver, nor break his promises. Such as how God has sworn Jesus will serve as the High Priest (7:24). Meaning he will always be there for them no matter what the circumstances are. B. Underlying theological presuppositions: 1. God will never abandon his people, even when they are having to fight to remain faithful. 2. The book of Hebrews states God is faithful and is always constant, and can be trusted to keep his promises (Guthrie, p.