Hebrews 8:1-3 – It all led up to this
In chapter 7, the writer had considered the superiority of the new priesthood. It follows that such a priesthood must have a superior priestly ministry.… Read More »Hebrews 8:1-3 – It all led up to this
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Hebrews Chapter 7 Review
Chapter breakdown: The greatness of Melchizedek: A Biblical Example of a High Priest (7:1–10). Melchizedek is presented as a high priest who continually remained to… Read More »Hebrews Chapter 7 Review
Hebrews 7:26-28 – The Superiority of Christ’s Character
In this section, Christ is seen as being superior to the Aaronic priesthood because He is perfect forever. Priests were to offer sacrifices for themselves… Read More »Hebrews 7:26-28 – The Superiority of Christ’s Character
Hebrews 7:20-25 – Christ Replaces the Old Priesthood
If, as the author has shown, Melchizedek was greater than Levi (vv. 4–10) and the new priesthood necessarily dissolves the old (vv. 11–19), then the… Read More »Hebrews 7:20-25 – Christ Replaces the Old Priesthood
Hebrews 7:11-19 – Christ Replaces the Old Priesthood
Having established Melchizedek’s greatness both personally and in comparison with Abraham and Levi, the writer was ready for a new point. This superiority was needed,… Read More »Hebrews 7:11-19 – Christ Replaces the Old Priesthood
Hebrews 7:4-10 – The Proof of Melchizedek’s Greatness
In verses 4 to 25 a logical argument is developed. The major premise is clear: the order of Melchizedek is greater than the Aaronic order. … Read More »Hebrews 7:4-10 – The Proof of Melchizedek’s Greatness
Hebrews 7:1-3 – Who is Melchizedek
The writer returned to the theme they had introduced in chapter 5 (vv. 1–10), but doubted that the readers would comprehend (cf. 5:11). In the… Read More »Hebrews 7:1-3 – Who is Melchizedek
Hebrews Chapter 6 Summary
Brief Chapter outline: The Danger of Profession without Possession (vv. 1–8): The author of Hebrews called on the readers to abandon their practice of works… Read More »Hebrews Chapter 6 Summary
Hebrews 6:16-20 – The Oath of God and Our Hope
We use oaths to back up our statements because the promise of a human being is not reliable enough for trust. Jesus urged His followers… Read More »Hebrews 6:16-20 – The Oath of God and Our Hope
Hebrews 6:11-15 – Diligence and Hope
Having commended the readers for their good works and love, the writer of Hebrews now described what they wanted them to continue to do and… Read More »Hebrews 6:11-15 – Diligence and Hope