Hebrews 5:1-4 — The Highest Priest

READ THIS: Hebrews 5:1-4

1 Every high priest is selected from among the people and is appointed to represent the people in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. 2 He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and are going astray, since he himself is subject to weakness. 3 This is why he has to offer sacrifices for his own sins, as well as for the sins of the people. 4 And no one takes this honor on himself, but he receives it when called by God, just as Aaron was.

WHAT’S THIS MEAN, ANYWAY?

In Bible times, there were high priests appointed by God through Moses whose primary job was to officiate sacrifices and, like it says in verse 1, "to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins." God gives, in great detail, instructions to Moses about what the high priests should wear and do in Exodus 28. These men, beginning with Moses' brother Aaron, were able to have compassion for the people when they sin because God does not let them forget their own imperfection and shortcomings. God tells Moses to have them wear these gems on their shoulders and chest that represent the tribes of Israel, keeping the people close to their hearts. 

These priests could not choose to be a high priest, they were chosen by God for the people. In the same way, God chose an ultimate high priest for us, Jesus! He now intercedes on our behalf and helps us repent from sin. Jesus, just like these high priests, did not choose to be the ultimate sacrifice, instead it was God's will for Him to be and He showed great obedience.

THINK ABOUT IT:

1. When was there a time when you were "volun-told" to do something? Did you do it? How did that make you feel?
 
2. What does Jesus being our "high priest" mean to you?

TRY THIS:

The next time an authority figure tells you to do something (i.e. your parents telling you to clean your room), say yes with no hesitation! See how it affects their appreciation for you!

SONG OF THE WEEK:
 
This week, we're bringing in a slower vibe. We're going to learn about how there is no one like God, not even priests, in part because of how He keeps His promises, including a promise from Psalm 110 about a priest who would come "in the order of Melchizedek." Listen to this song and see how it applies as we go through the week! (Youtube link here). 





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