Hebrews: A New Priesthood (7:11-28)
Jesus has ushered in a new priesthood. One that is after the order of Melchizedek, eternal and fully able to meet our needs.
Christianity
This is an upper level category for A Clay Jar. It encompasses all of the posts that are related to Christianity. This includes small Bible studies, longer book studies, devotional readings, and larger theological posts.
Taking Our Place at the Feast – Matthew 8:11
God has prepared a place at the heavenly feast for all who come to him. It does not matter if you are Jew or Gentile. All are invited.
Storing Up Treasure In Heaven – Matthew 6:19-21
Jesus encourages us to store up treasure in heaven where it will be secure. I can do that by helping out other people who are in need.
Hebrews: The Priesthood of Melchizedek (7:1-10)
Two priesthoods are examined here. That of Melchizedek and that of Aaron. And Melchizedek’s is demonstrated to be the superior one.
Let’s Stay Awake and Sober – 1 Thessalonians 5:6
Jesus promised that he would return for us. While we wait for his coming, we need to stay awake and sober, not caught up in the world’s ways.
Hebrews: An Anchor of Hope for the Soul (6:13-20)
The promise that God made to Abraham is relevant to those of us who have come to trust in Jesus. And that hope is an anchor for our soul.
I Have Made You a Watchman – Ezekiel 33:7-9
A watchman is one who reports about approaching danger. And that is something that all believers have a responsibility to do.
A Declaration of Confidence – Psalm 27:1-3
David’s declaration of confidence in the Lord’s keeping is one that all believers should be able to mimic. Trust in the Lord to keep you.
Pentecost and the Valley of Dry Bones
Ezekiel’s vision of a valley of dry bones that God gave life to is a look ahead to the life-giving Spirit of God that came at Pentecost.
Hebrews: A Most Explicit Warning (6:4-12)
There are a number of warnings in Hebrews about falling away. But this is the most explicit of them. How should be understand there warnings.
