Drawing Near to Our Perfect High Priest

Dearly Beloved,

DAY 352 – CHRONOLOGICAL BIBLE IN ONE YEAR DEVOTIONAL - 

Continuing from Day 351, where we were called to hold firmly to Christ and enter God’s promised rest, today’s reading reveals how that rest is sustained—through Jesus Christ, our perfect and eternal High Priest.

In Hebrews 4:14–16, we are invited into a profound truth: the exalted Son of God is also deeply compassionate. Jesus is not distant from our struggles; He was tempted in every way, yet without  sin. Because of this, we are encouraged to approach God’s throne with confidence, not fear. Grace is not reserved for the strong—it is available for the needy.

Hebrews 5 explains that Christ’s priesthood is not self-appointed. Like the priests of old, He was chosen by God, yet unlike them, He learned obedience through suffering. His sacrifice and submission qualified Him to become the source of eternal salvation. This chapter also challenges believers to grow—to move from spiritual infancy to maturity, developing discernment through consistent obedience to God’s Word.

In Hebrews 6, we are urged to press on toward maturity, laying aside foundations that keep us stagnant. The writer gives both a sober warning against falling away and a powerful reassurance: God is faithful to His promises. Our hope in Christ is described as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure, reaching into the very presence of God.

Hebrews 7 then unveils Christ as a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek—a priesthood superior, eternal, and unchanging. Unlike earthly priests who died and were replaced, Jesus lives forever and intercedes continually for us. Because of Him, we are completely saved—fully, finally, and forever.

These chapters declare that our confidence, growth, hope, and salvation are all anchored in one truth: Jesus is enough.

Personal Reflection: Do you approach God boldly, or do you still hold back in fear? Are you growing toward spiritual maturity, or remaining comfortable in infancy? Is your hope anchored in Christ’s eternal priesthood, or in your own efforts?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for Jesus, my perfect High Priest. Help me draw near with confidence, grow into spiritual maturity, and anchor my hope firmly in Your promises. Strengthen my faith and teach me to rely fully on Christ’s finished work. Amen.