If any original reader of Hebrews still thought the priests were sufficient after all these proofs that Jesus is superior … they just weren’t listening. Right? We cannot look to any man or woman to intercede for us with God. Only Jesus – perfectly human and perfectly and fully God – is able to save us. This has been “underlined” for us with examples and reasoning to make sure Jesus alone gets the honor He deserves.
Let’s talk for a moment about interceding. Hebrews 7:25 says, “Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf.” Whose behalf? Ours. Jesus intercedes for those of us who have come to God through faith in Jesus.
Here’s the definition for the word, intercede, from bibledictionarytoday.com: To intercede means to intervene on behalf of another, often in the context of prayer. The term is derived from the Latin word “intercedere,” which means “to go between.” In a biblical context, intercession involves standing in the gap for someone else, pleading their case before God. This act is not just about asking for favor; it’s about expressing love and concern for others in their time of need.
Isn’t that beautiful? Jesus, who became human Himself and therefore has a deep understanding of what it means to be human, pleads our case and intercedes on our behalf before God. He is the One that makes us right so we can enter Heaven and be in God’s Presence. He lives forever to intercede on our behalf. We don’t have to worry about Him dying like an ordinary priest from the tribe of Levi would do. Jesus always is. And His work on the cross is complete and perfect. We can rest in that.
My verse: Hebrews 7:28a, “The law appointed high priests who were limited by human weakness …”
My response: Forgive me, Lord, when I run first to humans limited by their own weaknesses for help, instead of first and foremost running to You who understands me and can completely save and help me. I am so grateful that You chose to intercede for me.
