The message of chapter 8 is clear; the way to God today is Jesus. The way to God today is through the New Covenant, which is Jesus.
Notice how this thought is emphasized:
· Verse 6: But the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the covenant of which he is mediator is superior to the old one, and it is founded on better promises.
· Verse 8: But God found fault with the people and said: "The time is coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of
· Verse 13: By calling this covenant "new," he has made the first one obsolete; and what is obsolete and aging will soon disappear.
It is no longer by sacrifices of lambs and goats. It is no longer through circumcision. Now the way into relationship with God is through faith and belief in Jesus…
Have you connected with God through Jesus? He is the Way, the Truth and the L
Lord God, show me how to best introduce people to Jesus… Amen.
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