Hebrews 1
The Son Superior to Angels
1In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe. 3The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. 4So he became as much superior to the angels as the name he has inherited is superior to theirs.
5For to which of the angels did God ever say,
"You are my Son; today I have become your Father[a]"[b]?
Or again,
"I will be his Father, and he will be my Son"[c]?
6And again, when God brings his firstborn into the world, he says,
"Let all God's angels worship him."[d]
7In speaking of the angels he says,
"He makes his angels winds, his servants flames of fire."[e]
8But about the Son he says,
"Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever, and righteousness will be the scepter of your kingdom.
9You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions
by anointing you with the oil of joy."[f]
10He also says, "In the beginning, O Lord, you laid the foundations of the earth, and the heavens are the work of your hands.
11They will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment. 12You will roll them up like a robe; like a garment they will be changed. But you remain the same, and your years will never end."[g]
13To which of the angels did God ever say,
"Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet"[h]? 14Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?
Footnotes:
[a] Hebrews 1:5 Or have begotten you
[b] Hebrews 1:5 Psalm 2:7
[c] Hebrews 1:5 2 Samuel 7:14; 1 Chron. 17:13
[d] Hebrews 1:6 Deut. 32:43 (see Dead Sea Scrolls and Septuagint)
[e] Hebrews 1:7 Psalm 104:4
[f] Hebrews 1:9 Psalm 45:6,7
[g] Hebrews 1:12 Psalm 102:25-27
[h] Hebrews 1:13 Psalm 110:1
2 comments:
Heb 1
Pretty powerful stuff here fellas. I love this description of Jesus
3The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being
The remaining portion of the Chapter gives an awesome description of the Father-Son and highlights Christ's position in the Kingdom. How amazign!
Father, today I lift up jrs. He will face some very trying times over the next month and I pray that you protect him and change his heart. I pray that his father will be a light in this dark world for him and that you will use his dad in anyway to bring him into Your kingdom.
In Christ,
cas
Heb 1:
I concur with cas's statements, and add the second half of that verse:
After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.
Just another friendly reminder from our Father that our sins have been forgiven, that Jesus has paid the dues for all of us, and it only fits to give our life to Him.
Father, thank You for Your incredible gift, Elizabeth. How You constantly teach us patience and reward us. Thank You for your Son, and help to remind us of that cost each day, that we may live only for You. Please continue to watch over jrs this month, and the health of our little ones. Help these men and me stay on Your path, and continue to grow closer to You. In Jesus amazing name,
Amen
crb
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