Jesus' ministry is "much more excellent" (superior). His is a once for all sacrifice, by a perfect High Priest, one who fully identifies with our weakness, yet was without sin. He is seated at the right hand of the Father, given the position of authority by the Father.
The first covenant failed because it could not adequately deal with sin. It had to be repeated time and again. From the Israelite's perspective, they did not believe and were hard-hearted.
The new covenant is superior, as it is founded on better promises.
The failure of the earthly sanctuary & its ceremonies (9:1-10)
It was not a once for all deal (v6)
The High Priest had to offer sacrifices for himself (v7)
They were unable to clear the conscience of the worshipper (v9)
v11-15 Jesus' ministry is better
He went through a greater, more perfect tabernacle that is not man-made.
He didn't enter by means of animals, but by His own blood, having obtained eternal redemption.
It is once for all.
The blood of Christ is unblemished and able to cleanse us.
9:15-23 Jesus' death was necessary b/c:
He was a ransom to set the people free from sins committed under the first covenant.
The law requires the cleansing with blood.
Without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness.
v24-28 Jesus didn't enter a man-made sanctuary. He entered heaven itself, God's presence. He did this once for all with blood that was His own. He died so that we may receive salvation not judgment because of Him!
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