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The Authority of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
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Jesus demonstrated his authority in many ways in Matthew. And he also delegated authority to his church to take the gospel out into the world.
Hebrews: Closing Remarks and Review (13:20-25)
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This article closes this study of the letter to the Hebrews with final greetings and a review of the primary themes of this letter.
To Build Three Tabernacles – Mark 9:5
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On the mount of transfiguration, Peter wanted to honor Jesus by building three tabernacles. But God exalted Jesus above Moses and Elijah.
New Wine into New Wineskins – Mark 2:22
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When Jesus enters into our life, he old has to go to make room for the new. It is like pouring new wine into new wineskins.
With the Wild Animals – Mark 1:12-13
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During Jesus' time of temptation in the wilderness, he was with wild animals. A situation similar to Adam, but with very different results.
Hebrews: One Sacrifice for All Time (10:1-18)
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Jesus sacrificed himself for us. One sacrifice that was sufficient for all time. There is now no longer any need to sacrifice for sin.
Time Spent with Jesus – Matthew 15:32
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How much time would I invest in listening to Jesus teach? 3 days? Or just an hour? Especially when sitting on the ground with nothing to eat.
Hebrews: We Do Have Such a High Priest (8:1-6)
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Hebrews has been building toward this point. A high priest after the order of Melchizedek is not just theory. In Jesus, it is a reality.
What Is the Significance of the Cross?
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The cross represents many things to different people. But the significance of the cross is mostly in what happened there with Jesus' victory.
Hebrews: A New Priesthood (7:11-28)
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Jesus has ushered in a new priesthood. One that is after the order of Melchizedek, eternal and fully able to meet our needs.
Hebrews: The Priesthood of Melchizedek (7:1-10)
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Two priesthoods are examined here. That of Melchizedek and that of Aaron. And Melchizedek's is demonstrated to be the superior one.
Hebrews: Our Great High Priest (4:14-16)
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Because Jesus is our great high priest, who has experienced the life we live, we can confidently come to God for his grace and mercy.