'Every high priest is selected from among the people and is appointed to represent the people in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and are going astray, since he himself is subject to weakness. This is why he has to offer sacrifices for his own sins, as well as for the sins of the people. And no one takes this honour on himself, but he receives it when called by God, just as Aaron was.' (Hebrews 5.1-4, NIV)
This chapter stresses both Christ's divine appointment and his humanity. At the end of chapter 4 we are reminded that Jesus is our High Priest, that He was tempted in every way, but was without sin, 'Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.'
A High Priest represents the people before God; he offers sacrifices for sin, but as he is human like us, his sacrifices are for himself and for his people. As the Bible says, no one should become a priest by his own volition, rather he should be chosen by God. Jesus said, 'Many are called but few are chosen.' Jesus however, was chosen and called by God to be our High Priest.
The Apostles heal many people / Acts Bible Study (Part 14) / Chapter 5
Give God everything / Acts Bible Study (Part 13) / Chapter 5
The Power of the Resurrection / Acts Bible Study (Part 12) / Chapter 4
Filled with the Holy Spirit and Boldness / Acts Bible Study (Part 11) / Chapter 4
Salvation in the Name of Jesus / Acts Bible Study (Part 10) / Chapter 4
Live our lives in the Power of the Holy Spirit / Acts Bible Study (Part 9) / Chapter 3
Healing and Repentance / Acts Bible Study (Part 8) / Chapter 3
Faith in the Name of Jesus heals the sick / Acts Bible Study (Part 7) / Chapter 3
The Power of Jesus in you / Acts Bible Study (Part 6) / Chapter 2
The Power of Pentecost in your life / Acts Bible Study (Part 5) / Chapter 2
The key to power in your life / Acts Bible Study (Part 4) / Chapter 2
Life after death / Easter 2024 (featuring Vinesong)
I will not be afraid but believe / Good Friday message (featuring Vinesong)
God has chosen and anointed you / Acts Bible Study (Part 3) / Chapter 1
Transformed by the Holy Spirit / Acts Bible Study (Part 2) / Chapter 1
A transformed church / Acts Bible Study (Part 1) / Chapter 1
Led by the Lord / Romans 4 (Part 3)
Led by the Lord / Romans 4 (Part 2)
Led by the Lord / Romans 4 (Part 1)
Effectual fervent prayer / James Bible Study (Part 15) / Chapter 5
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