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Intro:
We are studying the book of Hebrews
Our author began the book with discussing the Supremacy of Christ over everything
Today, we continue with verse 4 where we see this:
That passage might have seemed a little convoluted for you, so let me break it down.
The writer quotes seven passages from the Old Testament and applies them to Jesus.
You may know that the Old Testament was originally written in Hebrew, but about 150 years before Jesus was born, the Greek rulers wanted to be able to read the Old Testament in their own language so seventy scholars were commissioned to translate the entire Old Testament into Greek.
Because there seventy translators, it is called the Septuagint, and is designated by the Roman numeral for seventy, which is LXX.
This was a very important document, because Greek was the language spoken by most of the people during the 1st Century.
And all of these seven quotations from the Old Testament we just read are from the Septuagint, not the Hebrew Old Testament.
Like a good attorney, the writer is going to lay out a solid case for WHY Jesus is greater than the angels.
He presents a series of arguments to make his point.
You may be thinking, “What’s the big deal?
Of course, Jesus is greater than angels.
Why even argue the point?”
It’s because when this letter was written, there were Hebrew believers who were slipping away from their faith.
They were thinking about sliding back into Judaism and angels play prominent roles in Judaism.
Today, many need this reminder of Jesus’ superiority.
Why is Christ exalted above angels?
His unique relationship
angels
believers
Notice again
Today I have begotten you!
Angels were created
We were “recreated” through faith
Jesus was BORN (in the flesh)
Notice Gabriel’s announcement to Mary
Jesus was 100% God and 100% man.
this is a mystery
In the flesh, GOD worked a miracle in Mary so He was conceived.
Jesus is God’s Son (in the flesh)
His Unique Position
Heb 1:6-
God Himself declares that even angels are to worship Christ!
That makes Him unique!
Since only God is to be worshipped
Jesus MUST be GOD
This is a quote from the OT.
Worship is reserved for God
Ps
There were times which people began to worship an angel, and they were told to stop.
Only GOD was worthy and they were fellow servants.
They are servants
ministering spirits
His Unique Nature
They carry out God’s will
a.
messengers
directly carried God’s word to the Prophet Daniel
b. carry out judgment
Angel of Death and the Passover
c. Care for God’s People
Michael has charge of God’s people
Children
Mt
This is a verse which gives rise to the thought that we have guardian angels
There is a special relationship between God and the “little ones”
Whether we have a one to one assignment or they come in our time of need, angels are there to minister to God’s people.
His Unique Nature
Heb 1:8-
Eternal-
throne is forever and ever
The foundations of the earth were laid by Him
foundations of the earth were laid by Him
After they wear out and He destroys in judgment, He will endure
foundations of the earth were laid by Him
Bible promises a new heaven and new Earth.
Authority
Throne
Heb 1:
He is sovereign!
He is King
He has all authority
Enduring
There is no end to His Kingdom!
CONTRAST:
Jesus is on the throne angels are servants
The author again reminds us of the work of angels.
Angels are not Son’s, nor are they on the throne receiving worship.
They are servants
ministering spirits
They carry out God’s will
a.
messengers
directly carried God’s word to the Prophet Daniel
b. carry out judgment
Angel of Death and the Passover
c. Care for God’s People
Michael has charge of God’s people
Children
This is a verse which gives rise to the thought that we have guardian angels
There is a special relationship between God and the “little ones”
Whether we have a one to one assignment or they come in our time of need, angels are there to minister to God’s people.
Christ’s destiny is to reign and the angels’ destiny is to serve the redeemed.
Conclusion:
Jesus is God’s Son and the eternal God.
He is worthy of our worship and praise!
He is worthy of our loyalty.
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