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NT for Lent 10 - Hebrews 10

Wednesday, March 7th, 2007

Hebrews 10 this evening, and a discussion of Christ’s sacrifice.
Christ’s Sacrifice Once for All
1The law is only a shadow of the good things that are coming—not the realities themselves. For this reason it can never, by the same sacrifices repeated endlessly year after year, make perfect those who draw near to worship. 2If […]

NT for Lent 9 - Hebrews 9

Wednesday, March 7th, 2007

This morning we move to Hebrews 9, with a guide to worship in the New Covenant.
Worship in the Earthly Tabernacle
1Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. 2A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand, the table and the consecrated bread; this was called […]

NT for Lent 8 - Hebrews 8

Tuesday, March 6th, 2007

This afternoon we have Hebrews 8, a discussion on the new covenant and the high priest of the new covenant.
The High Priest of a New Covenant
1The point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the […]

NT for Lent 7 - Hebrews 7

Tuesday, March 6th, 2007

Did I ever mention, that I am really bad at this consistency thing? Two per day till we catch up. Today we have Hebrews 7.
Melchizedek the Priest
1This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the defeat of the kings and blessed him, 2and […]

NT for Lent 6 - Hebrews 6

Tuesday, February 27th, 2007

Today we continue on to Hebrews 6:
1Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God, 2instruction about baptisms, the laying on of hands, the resurrection of the dead, and eternal judgment. 3And […]

NT for Lent 5 - Hebrews 5

Monday, February 26th, 2007

The 40 days of Lent traditionally do not include the Sundays of Lent, and so with Hebrews 5, we are up to date again:
1Every high priest is selected from among men and is appointed to represent them in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. 2He is able to deal gently […]

NT for Lent 4 - Hebrews 4

Monday, February 26th, 2007

Yeah, yeah, I know. This morning, Hebrews 4:
A Sabbath-Rest for the People of God
1Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be found to have fallen short of it. 2For we also have had the gospel preached to us, just as they did; […]

NT for Lent 3: Hebrews 3

Friday, February 23rd, 2007

Now, we come to Hebrews 3. The title of this passage made me laugh because of the Beatles “bigger than Jesus” associations. Heh.
Jesus Greater Than Moses
1Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. 2He was faithful to […]

NT for Lent 2: Hebrews 2

Friday, February 23rd, 2007

It’s only the third day and already I am one day behind. Arrgh. This is Hebrews 2. Episode 3 will be posted up later today.
Hebrews 2
Warning to Pay Attention
1We must pay more careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. 2For if the […]

NT for Lent 1: Hebrews 1

Wednesday, February 21st, 2007

Here it is, the first in the NT for Lent series, Hebrews 1:
The Son Superior to Angels
1In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, […]