Compiled By: Lisa K Gonzales

From: The Life Application Study Bible

16 “We all know that Jesus came to help the descendants of Abraham, not to help the angels.  17 Therefore, it was necessary for Jesus to be in every aspect like us, His brothers and sisters, so that He could be our merciful and faithful High Priest before GOD.  He then could offer a sacrifice that would take away the sins of the people.  18 Since He Himself has gone through suffering and temptation, He is able to help us when we are being tempted.”   ~ Hebrews 2:16-18

In the Old Testament, the high priest was the mediator between GOD and HIS people.  His job was to regularly offer animal sacrifices according to the law and to intercede with GOD for forgiveness for the people’s sins.  Jesus Christ is now our High Priest.  He came to earth as a human being; therefore, He understands our weaknesses and shows mercy to us.  He has once and for all paid the penalty for our sin by His own sacrificial death – or atonement – and He can be depended on to restore our broken relationship with GOD.  We are released from sin’s domination over us when we commit ourselves fully to Christ, trusting completely in what He has done for us.

Knowing that Christ suffered pain and faced temptation helps us face our trials.  Jesus understands our struggles because He faced them as a human being.  We can trust Christ to help us survive suffering and overcome temptation.  When you face trials, go to Jesus for strength and patience.  He understands your needs and is able to help.

 

Thank You, Jesus – our High Priest.  Thank You for taking on the burden of our sin and showing us mercy by understanding our weaknesses.  We know we can depend on You to restore our broken relationship with GOD.  By committing ourselves to You, we know we are released from sin’s domination over us.  We trust You completely Jesus to give us the strength and patience to face our trials.  Thank You, for understanding all our needs and for helping us when we need You.

 

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