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1 | Importance of Melchisedec Hebrews 7 | Hebrews | catfish3 | 207031 | ||
why is it important for us to know about Melchisedec? Or is this just for the Jews? Hebrews chapter 7 | ||||||
2 | Importance of Melchisedec Hebrews 7 | Hebrews | DocTrinsograce | 207032 | ||
Hi, Catfish3... Welcome to the forum! The allusion to Melchizedek is important in explaining that Christ's priesthood is superior to the Aaronic priesthood. In Him, Doc |
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3 | Is this important to me today? | Hebrews | catfish3 | 207033 | ||
Thank you, Doc, but is this important to us today. We haven't had the pristhood to follow so why do we need to study this chapter today and learn about him? I know I'm not making myself clear but it is confusing. I know that Christ is from the very beginning and that there is no greater but when you have this chapter in a study lesson, how do you make the people realize that it is important for us to know this too? | ||||||
4 | Is this important to me today? | Hebrews | DocTrinsograce | 207034 | ||
Hi, catfish3... There are any number of answers to your question. Here are a few that come immediately to mind: First of all, don't think in terms of particular passages being "important to us today." That springs from the teachings of dispensationalism. We live by every word of God. Consequently, God thought it was important to reveal to us. Look for the reasons within the context. Second, we need a high priest who can intercede for us to God. Jesus Christ is that high priest, and forever more shall be our high priest. It is important for us to understand that role. Third, there is no remission of sins without the shedding of blood. Hebrews is a commentary on Leviticus. Jesus perfectly fulfills every aspect of the sacrifices prescribed in the Law. In Him, Doc |
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5 | Is this important to me today? | Hebrews | catfish3 | 207038 | ||
Doc, Thank you for your time and answers. I think you have answered my question. It helps to feel this out with someone else. Redeemed Catfish3 |
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