For unto which of the angels said He at any time, "Thou art My Son, this day have I begotten Thee?" And again, "I will be to Him a Father, and He shall be to Me a Son?" And again, when He brings in the first begotten into the world, He saith, "And let all the angels of God worship Him." And of the angels He saith, "Who makes His angels spirits, and His ministers a flame of fire." But unto the Son He saith, "Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of Thy kingdom. Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore God, even Thy God, hath anointed Thee with the oil of gladness above Thy fellows. And, Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth; and the heavens are the works of Thine hands: they shall perish; but Thou remainest; and they all shall wax old as doth a garment; and as a vesture shalt Thou fold them up, and they shall be changed: but Thou art the same, and Thy years shall not fail.
But to which of the angels said He at any time, "Sit on My right hand, until I make Thine enemies Thy footstool? Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?" (Hebrews 1:1-14)
For some, this passage of scripture may seem complicated, but it is not. As an analogy, think of yourself building a shed. In the beginning, the plan for a shed is similar to a seed taking root. Obviously, the shed is not built immediately but the steps to constructing a shed is taking shape. Supplies are ordered. Carpenters are scheduled. A site established, and the size, height, materials designed. Sometimes permits are necessary but eventually the work begins.
We see a similar Seed being planted when the earth and universe was formed. The seed -- being the brightness of glory and the express image of His person, upholding all things by the Word of His power. (Hebrews 1:3) Who is He then (that after purging Himself for our sins) sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high?
His great plan of salvation (which at the first was spoken of by the Lord) and confirmed unto us by them that heard Him -- the prophets and psalmist. At the same time, God willingly confirmed this witness with signs and wonders, and with diverse miracles, and gifts of His holy Spirit -- the Holy Ghost. (Acts 2:36-47) But we have jumped ahead somewhat.
Remember that under the old covenant, the law was added 430 years after the promise was given. Therefore, the law cannot undo the promise. Neither can the law be tagged onto, or added to the promise. Those first 300 years of the gospel, sent the fallen angels into a tailspin. Indeed, if one were to use a cliche, you could say that the cat was out the bag. It required immediate damage control, and spin artists working tirelessly 24/7 to stop the leaks. It took 300 years before they had established a foothold. It took 300 years before satan could transform himself into a messenger of light, replacing the head of the body of Christ church with an impostor asserting infallibility.
They in turn sat down and hammered out their own man-made religious gospel. They introduced to the then generation that God was three distinct and separate persons -- a triad, or trinity. In fact, their fabricated gospel was so entrenched that woe to them who dared to contradict their darkened minds. The decline in the good news gospel message of the Lord Jesus Christ was swift. From light into darkness -- at the flip of a switch. From a primitive church exposing demonic practices and idolatry to the establishment of another gospel, totally adverse to the gospel which had been personally delivered by our Lord God and Saviour Jesus the Christ.
The gospel as proclaimed to the world, in which He Himself was more than willing to die for. This is why we who profess to believe in the Lord Jesus by faith willingly stand fast in the liberty that was given to us by the Lord. We adhere to His instruction, allowing the Holy Ghost -- Jesus -- to establish our steps.
Remember that under the old covenant, the law was added 430 years after the promise was given. Therefore, the law cannot undo the promise. Neither can the law be tagged onto, or added to the promise. Those first 300 years of the gospel, sent the fallen angels into a tailspin. Indeed, if one were to use a cliche, you could say that the cat was out the bag. It required immediate damage control, and spin artists working tirelessly 24/7 to stop the leaks. It took 300 years before they had established a foothold. It took 300 years before satan could transform himself into a messenger of light, replacing the head of the body of Christ church with an impostor asserting infallibility.
They in turn sat down and hammered out their own man-made religious gospel. They introduced to the then generation that God was three distinct and separate persons -- a triad, or trinity. In fact, their fabricated gospel was so entrenched that woe to them who dared to contradict their darkened minds. The decline in the good news gospel message of the Lord Jesus Christ was swift. From light into darkness -- at the flip of a switch. From a primitive church exposing demonic practices and idolatry to the establishment of another gospel, totally adverse to the gospel which had been personally delivered by our Lord God and Saviour Jesus the Christ.
The gospel as proclaimed to the world, in which He Himself was more than willing to die for. This is why we who profess to believe in the Lord Jesus by faith willingly stand fast in the liberty that was given to us by the Lord. We adhere to His instruction, allowing the Holy Ghost -- Jesus -- to establish our steps.
Give us this day our daily Bread.
But as it is written, some can't move away from the gospel of Jesus Christ fast enough. In this context, apostle Paul said, "I marvel that you are so soon removed from the gospel which was delivered to you. Why are you so soon shaken from it?" The God in Christ meant what He said and said what He meant. (II Corinthians 5:19) This promise of God is not a slippery slope. It is impossible for God to lie. God wants to speak to us. We need to listen.
Moreover, in Hebrews 6:13, God made a promise to Abraham, because He could swear by no greater. He swore by Himself, saying, "Surely with my blessing I will bless you. In multiplying, I will multiply you. Verse 16 of the same chapter reads that men verily swear by the greater: and an oath for confirmation is to them an end to all strife. God, willing to show unto the heirs of promise the immutability of His counsel, confirmed it by an oath. These two immutable characteristics include (1) it is impossible for God to lie and (2 ) we have a strong consolation that we who have fled for refuge, laying hold upon the hope set before us, the hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, will enter into that within the veil.
Moreover, in Hebrews 6:13, God made a promise to Abraham, because He could swear by no greater. He swore by Himself, saying, "Surely with my blessing I will bless you. In multiplying, I will multiply you. Verse 16 of the same chapter reads that men verily swear by the greater: and an oath for confirmation is to them an end to all strife. God, willing to show unto the heirs of promise the immutability of His counsel, confirmed it by an oath. These two immutable characteristics include (1) it is impossible for God to lie and (2 ) we have a strong consolation that we who have fled for refuge, laying hold upon the hope set before us, the hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, will enter into that within the veil.
Why? Because Jesus is our one and only high priest forever -- after the Order of Melchisedec. Not like other priests, or imposters who ought to confess their sin, their folly and error to the one who alone can forgive sin. They ought to know better. The only one that can forgive sin is Jesus. (Matthew 1:21-23)
He is the Word of the oath which existed before the law. He is the Word which brought forth the Seed of promise, the son of the holy Spirit and the one who is consecrated for evermore. For if we confess our sins to Him, who alone is the High priest, our sins will be forgiven. Jesus is more than willing to forgive us our sin and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Yes, the gospel provided a way for men and women to go directly to the throne of grace. His glory for one and all to see. The greatest love story ever told! Embrace His love and mercy this day. Peace to all who are in Jesus.
Yes, the gospel provided a way for men and women to go directly to the throne of grace. His glory for one and all to see. The greatest love story ever told! Embrace His love and mercy this day. Peace to all who are in Jesus.
Stand in the offering plate.
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