Hebrews 8:1 (ESV Strong's)
Now the point in what we are saying is this: we have such a high priest, one who is seated at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven,
Subject: We have a High Priest!
If we are not Jewish, the entire book of Hebrews can seem rather distant and strange to us. In this century it is hard to relate to the ceremonial requirements of worship founded over 3,000 years ago. However, we all can relate to having an advocate. When we go to trial before a judge, having an attorney is a very familiar picture for us. Having someone stand up for us during an argument or conflict is also a comfortable and familiar experience. This is what the writer of Hebrews is saying in the above passage. The entire point of the book of Hebrews is to renew our faith and strengthen our faith by asserting we both have a High Priest in the heavens to advocate for us and THIS High Priest, who is seated in the heavens, is the only high priest we need; we no longer have to worry about our sins!!! Jesus Christ is our High Priest and is seated in the heavens to advocate for us. When Satan comes to accuse, He is there to advocate for us. When our conscious tries to shame us, He is there for us. When we sin, He is there to advocate and forgive us. We have an eternal High Priest in the heavens.
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