Hebrews 10:7

Armenian Eastern Bible 1994

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What Does This Mean?

This verse is from Hebrews and comes from the lips of Jesus. It says that he came to do God's will as written in a book, which refers to Scripture. The message here is about Jesus' willingness and obedience to fulfill what was prophesied about him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a storybook where someone promises they'll come help if there’s trouble. That’s like Jesus saying he came to do what God wanted because it was written in the big book of stories, called the Bible. He promised and then kept his promise!

Historical Background

The Book of Hebrews was likely written by Paul around AD 60-70 for Jewish Christians facing persecution. The audience needed encouragement about Jesus fulfilling Old Testament prophecies.

Living It Out Today

A modern scenario could be a young professional who feels pressured to take a job they know is wrong, but instead chooses to follow their values and seek ethical work. This verse encourages obedience over convenience or popular opinion.

Topics

• obedience
• fulfillment
• will of God
• prophecy
• sacrifice
• faithfulness

Related Verses

• Psalms 40:7-8
• John 6:38
• Isaiah 53:10
• Jeremiah 23:29
• Luke 22:42

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'in the volume of the book' mean?

'In the volume of the book' refers to the Old Testament, specifically prophetic writings that foretold Jesus’ coming and his mission.

How is this verse related to prophecy fulfillment?

This verse emphasizes how Jesus came to fulfill specific prophecies in the Old Testament, showing the continuity between the old covenant and new covenant.

What can we learn about obedience from this verse?

We learn that true obedience involves following God’s will even when it means challenging social norms or expectations, as Jesus did by fulfilling his mission.

How does Hebrews 10:7 relate to the theme of sacrifice in the Bible?

This verse connects to the broader biblical theme of sacrifice by showing how Jesus willingly sacrificed himself to fulfill God’s will and make atonement for sins, as foretold.