“For where a covenant is, there must of necessity be the death of the one who made it.” ~Author of Hebrews
Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples and instituted the Lord’s Supper, also called Communion. Some Christian churches observe …
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“In fact, the ministry Jesus has received is as superior to theirs as the agreement of which he is mediator is superior to the old one, since the new agreement is established on better promises.” ~Author of Hebrews
In the scriptures, a covenant (agreement) is between God and His people or certain specific individuals, like me. The fulfilment …
What is a covenant? Why did we need a new one?
What is a covenant? A covenant (διαθήκη diathēkē) is an agreement or contract between two parties. In the scriptures, it …
“But if we walk in the Light as He Himself is in the Light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.” ~Apostle John
I confess to God that I have missed His goal for my life (aka sin). That has me walking in …
“Jesus is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called might receive the promise of the eternal inheritance.” ~Author of Hebrews
There was an old agreement (aka covenant or testament). I wasn’t a party to the old agreement. Jesus has initiated …
“So, friends, we can now — without hesitation — walk right up to God, into “the Holy Place.” ~Author of Hebrews
This is so encouraging. I, because of what Jesus has done, can go right up to God. I don’t need …
“Jesus died for all, so that they who live might no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died and rose again on their behalf.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus is my substitute for having to pay a penalty for having missed God’s goal. Jesus tasted death for me …
Loyalty — Why does God show His loyalty to us?
God is loyal. God is faithful. That is just who God is. It is His very nature. When God says …
Atonement — The Purpose of Jesus the Messiah’s death on Behalf of Others
The dictionary definition of atonement is satisfaction or reparation for a wrong or injury or making amends. Jesus has paid the …
“You’ve no idea how much I have looked forward to eating this Passover meal with you before I enter my time of suffering.” ~Jesus
Jesus knew it was time for his death, burial and resurrection. Jesus knew what was about to happen. It was …
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