Our rabbi just introduced one of his major themes, the high priesthood of Christ. He is trying to show how it is the fulfillment of the priesthood of the Old Testament. Here he decided to pause, as he needs to express a few worries he has about the people who will read his message. They are relevant to all who might read this letter today.
A priest in the Bible is a go-between, mediator, intercessor, or a liaison – someone to stand between people and God. The Bible says we need someone like this because unholy people cannot stand before a perfectly holy God on their own merit. Jesus is the perfect Man for the job.
What is holiness anyway? From dictionary.com:
How about sanctity?
Moses led Israel out of Egypt. Unfortunately, a whole generation died in the wilderness because of their unbelief. Many people make initial commitments to Jesus Christ. But how many will reach that place of rest and blessing in their relationship with God? The time to do something about that is Today!
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