Hebrews 7:23-25
“Earlier there were a lot of priests, for they died and had to be replaced. But Jesus’ priesthood is permanent. He’s there from now to eternity to save everyone who comes to God through him, always on the job to speak up for them.”
“There were many priests under the old system, for death prevented them from remaining in office. But because Jesus lives forever, his priesthood lasts forever. Therefore, he is amble once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf.”
These verses tell us, in addition to the enduring the cross, Christ is also our high priest. Though the cross is emphasized in evangelical theology these two functions are really two sides of the same coin. Both are essential to our eternal destiny. The cross spans all humanity but Christ’s priesthood is more intimate. It is how I need him daily. It comforts me to know he faced my temptations victoriously. Even more to know he accurately transmits my situation to the father because he ‘gets it.’ God entered the world to save, come alongside and faithfully represent us. The cross is multidimensional.
Lord, you are good, wise and faithful. To know you is to love you, and I do! I am privileged to have your word before me, read and study it, and hear you speak through it. You are so great and I so small yet you know me well and truly. Thank you for providing so sufficiently, for loving me.