Life in a Lifeless World: Encountering Jesus in the Book of Hebrews

by Michael Kibbe, Daniel Thomas May (Read by)

Overview

In a world that often feels inhospitable to life, the original recipients of Hebrews found themselves struggling to maintain their faith against the pressures of doubt and despair. Likewise, modern believers face similar trials as they seek to live out their faith in a broken world.

Life in a Lifeless World is a deep exploration of the book of Hebrews, perfect for pastors, teachers, scholars, and lay audiences seeking a deeper understanding of this complex epistle. Many Christians feel overwhelmed by Hebrews' intricate allusions to the Old Testament and its cryptic imagery, unsure of how to extract practical applications from its teachings. In Life in a Lifeless World, biblical scholar Michael Kibbe guides listeners through these challenges with clarity and insight, bridging theological depth with meaningful, practical application.

Life in a Lifeless World demystifies Hebrews with accessible language and reflection questions ideal for sermon preparation or small group discussions. Discover how Hebrews invites us not only to survive but how to become conduits of Christ's life to those around us. This thought-provoking book promises to deepen your understanding of Hebrews and inspire you to live faithfully in today's challenging world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798228656475
Publisher:	christianaudio
Publication date:	11/04/2025
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 5.70(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Michael Kibbe is associate professor of Bible and academic dean at Great Northern University in Spokane, Washington. He received his PhD in New Testament from Wheaton College, and taught previously at Wheaton College and Moody Bible Institute. His other books include From Topic to Thesis, From Research to Teaching, and Godly Fear or Ungodly Failure: Hebrews 12 and the Sinai Theophanies. He and his wife, Annie, live in Spokane with their three children.

Twenty-plus years of experience acting on stage and screen has given Daniel Thomas May a keen ear for all the ticklish details of storytelling and distinctive characterizations. With more than 100 highly rated titles on Audible, Daniel's "energetic," "confident," "deft," "commanding" narration makes him particularly adept in portraying adventurers of all sorts, whether in fantasy (Elidor Trilogy), sci-fi (nineteen-part Foreigner series, Audie Award Finalist), horror (Alaskan Undead Apocalypse series), romance (True Heroes series), or nonfiction dramatizations (Hatching Twitter, Run!).

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
Introduction

Section 1—Jesus' Own Life
1. Jesus on His Throne
2. Jesus and His Siblings
3. Feeling Out of Place?

Section 2—Jesus' Provision of Life
4. Preparing for the Deep End
5. Jesus Our Priest
6. Jesus the Sacrifice
7. Jesus in the Sanctuary
8. Jesus and the Day of Atonement
9. Feeling Out of Place?

Section 3—Jesus’ Invitation into Life
10. Deuteronomy
11. Deuteronomy and Hebrews
12. The Presence of God
13. Feeling Out of Place?

Section 4—Putting (Jesus') Life on Display
14. Faith in a Lifeless World
15. Feeling Out of Place?
16. Love in a Lifeless World
17. Feeling Out of Place?
Conclusion

Going Deeper: The Old Testament in Hebrews
Going Deeper: Christology
Going Deeper: The Ascension
Going Deeper: The Atonement
Scripture Index

Editorial Reviews

"How to survive in a world ill-equipped for sustaining life? Michael Kibbe draws on the condition of ectopic pregnancy–life in a space that cannot sustain it–as a window into the lessons taught in the book of Hebrews. Kibbe offers academic prowess, down-home practicality, conversational style, and splashes of real-life sorrow as he brings Hebrews alive. This fresh reframing of Hebrews will bear fruit in readers wherever they are in their journey with Christ through the wilderness we call life."

Lynn H. Cohick

"From the heart of a scholar who has lived in Hebrews and the heart of a pastor who has lived the ups and downs of life, Michael Kibbe, in Life in a Lifeless World, offers readers an in-depth look at Hebrews to answer the real questions of those who want to have faith in the midst of a broken world. I cannot wait to put this into the hands of those who are interested in studying Hebrews, and even more, those who need to encounter the life-giving heart of God."

Amy Peeler

"In a world that often feels inhospitable to the life of faith, Michael Kibbe reminds us of the beauties of Jesus, who has passed through suffering into glory and who bids us to come and follow him. Discover afresh the wonders of the book of Hebrews and how Jesus’ faithfulness is the fuel of our faithfulness and abundant life."

Philip Miller