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Hebrews 7:11-28

The writer continues proving that Jesus is greater than anyone. The author is writing to Jews that Jesus Is Greater Than Aaronic Priesthood.  My translation and notes of Hebrews 7:11-28 11 Therefore, if perfection was through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law) what further need [was there] that another priest should arise in the order of Melchizedek and not be mentioned in the order of Aaron? 12 Because the priesthood…

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Hebrews 7:1-10

The writer of Hebrews begins explaining, reminding, the readers of Melchizedek.  My translation and notes on Hebrews 7:1-10 The Great Priest Melchizedek 1 For this Melchizedek, king of Salem [and] priest of the most high God, met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings, and blessed him. [The slaughter of the kings and Melchizedek coming to Abraham is found in Genesis 14:18-20. Many people believe Melchizedek is the pre-incarnate Jesus Christ. It seems to…

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Hebrews 6:13-20

We all make promises. How do God’s promises different from human promises? Why is there usually a waiting period before God’s promise is fulfilled? Why did God take an oath with His promise to Abraham? My translation and notes on Hebrews 6:13-20 God’s Promise Is Sure 13 For when God made a promise to Abraham, and since he could not solemnly make an oath by anyone greater, he took an oath on himself, 14 Saying,…

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Hebrews 6:1-12

As Christians, we must know what we believe and why. It is not just pastoral ministry that teaches us, but we must read and STUDY to learn for ourselves. We have that responsibility. It must be our priority. My translation and notes on Hebrews 6:1-12 Encouragement to Grow in and by Doctrine 1 So then, leaving the discussion about the basic principles about Christ, let us go on to maturity, not laying the foundation again…

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Hebrews 5:11-14

Reading and studying the Scriptures has great benefits, likewise, not reading and studying the Scriptures has great damage. The main issue is a Christian is easier to be deceived if they do not know the truth taught by the Bible. All Christians should be discipled on Bible interpretation, Old Testament and New Testament survey, New Testament doctrine, New Testament worldview, New Testament lifestyle, and New Testament rules. If we truly know and believe the Gospel…

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Hebrews 5:1-10

This is a continuation of Hebrews 4–the superiority of Jesus Christ as High Priest. The superiority of Jesus as High Priest. He is living. He is in heaven ministry for us. He is a compassionate High Priest. He was tempted yet was victorious. He never sinned in thoughts, desires, words, and deeds. Because of His ministry, we can come to the heavenly Holy of Holies and pray for God’s help and comfort. His throne is…

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