The Perfect High Priest and Our Ultimate Hope

Dearly Beloved, 

Day 311: Bible in One Year Devotion🙏

In today's readings, we witness God's righteousness, His judgment upon sin, and His continual call for repentance. Ezekiel’s visions of judgment against Israel highlight the reality of the people's rebellion and God’s desire to restore them if they turn from their ways. Yet, amidst these scenes of judgment, the hope of a faithful remnant remains.

Psalm 119:169-176, continue to reveal a longing for deliverance and understanding through God's Word. The psalmist calls out for God’s intervention, fully aware that only in God’s statutes can one find life, safety, and freedom from oppression. This echoes the themes found in Ezekiel, where obedience and faithfulness to God's commands bring restoration.

Hebrews 7:11-28 reveal the deeper spiritual reality of God’s provision for humanity’s salvation through Jesus Christ. The comparison between the Levitical priesthood and Christ’s eternal priesthood points to the superiority of Jesus as our perfect High Priest. Unlike the priests of the Old Testament, who were limited by death and imperfection, Jesus holds a permanent priesthood. He is able to save completely because His sacrifice is perfect and eternal, offering continual intercession on our behalf.

The eternal priesthood of Christ means that no matter our failures or shortcomings, we have hope. Jesus bridges the gap between our sinfulness and God's holiness. Through Him, we are made righteous, not by our works, but by His grace.

Reflection: Ezekiel’s vision reminds us that God does not tolerate sin, but through His grace, He always provides a way back to Him. Jesus, as our eternal High Priest, guarantees this redemption and invites us into a relationship where He continually intercedes on our behalf. How does this truth shape your confidence in approaching God? Ezekiel 10, 11, and 12.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for sending Jesus as our eternal High Priest. Help us to walk in obedience to Your Word, knowing that in You alone we find life and restoration. Strengthen our faith in Your unfailing love and mercy, and guide us daily into deeper trust in Your saving grace. Amen.