Tag: most holy place

Hebrews 9:1-28 – How it Works

Read Hebrews 9:1-28

The sermon continues with great discussion about worship, the differences between the old and new covenant practices, and we can see behind the curtain of how it all works. I’m not sure how the preacher/author got all this information, but I have to believe it was divinely provided so that we would understand how Jesus’ sacrifice changes everything.

The preacher would know that his audience would struggle and benefit greatly from an encounter with God. Speaking of how God is more attainable now that the great chasm of sin and separateness has been filled by our relationship with Jesus Christ. Continue reading “Hebrews 9:1-28 – How it Works”

Hebrews 9:1-10 – Tradition

Read Hebrews 9:1-10

The Preacher is connecting some dots as he takes us on this historical tour. He portrays the Holy Place and Most Holy Place in a way we imagine quite clearly. He wants us to understand the ways of the old covenant. We are told exactly what tradition expected in terms of the priests and their duties and responsibilities. The Most Holy Place was reserved for the High Priest, but you have been given a glimpse behind the curtain!

This passage made me think of a song by the group Kutless called “Take Me In.” Listen here. Lord, I want to see your face. I hunger and thirst for your righteousness. These lyrics from the song put us in the perfect place to worship God, don’t you agree? Such reverence! We all long to see Jesus face to face and, in the meantime, crave his righteousness. When we can enter our time of worship with such devotion, we become open to receiving the Spirit and hearing the word of God so much better.

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