The letter to the Hebrews was written to encourage Jewish Christians to remain faithful to Christ. The author did not want them to return to the Law of Moses. Numerous names and designations are attributed by the author for Christ. All of these are used to demonstrate how superior and better Christ and His Covenant are.
“Apostle” is used in 3:1. This word means a “messenger” or a “delegate” sent by someone. Most people know there were apostles chosen by Jesus. Christ was sent by the Father. He had the most important message ever sent.
“High Priest” is used in 3:1. The Father appointed Christ as High Priest. Only the High Priest could go into the Holy of Holies and present the atonement blood. The ultimate Holy of Holies is Heaven. The Throne and Mercy Seat were in the Holy of Holies. Only Christ as High Priest could enter Heaven and present the atonement blood.
“Builder” is used in 3:3-4. He built the house that has more honor than the Tabernacle that Moses built. Christ built the church.
“Promiser” is implied in 4:1. He promised rest to those who follow Him. He always keeps His promises.
“Word of God” is used in 4:12. Christ is the One Who gave the message of God. John called Him the Word in the Book of John. He is the One Who made the universe with His words.
“Discerner” is used in 4:12. Christ is able to look inside our minds. He knows our thoughts. He sees everything.
I am glad that Christ came to give us the most important message ever given. I am glad He is our High Priest in Heaven. I am glad He built the church and has promised us a rest in Heaven. I am glad that He is the One who knows me. Study your Bible. Learn all about our wonderful God. If any of this is hard to understand, ask an adult to help you.
Mark McWhorter has written daily devotionals for youth for decades. He lives in Pell City, Alabama, USA.
