Hebrews 7:23-25 Now many have become Levitical priests, since they are prevented by death from remaining in office. But because he remains forever, he holds his priesthood permanently. Therefore, he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, since he always lives to intercede for them. Big Idea: Jesus is our eternal advocate. Hebrews 7:23-24 Now many have become Levitical priests, since they are prevented by death from remaining in office. But because he remains forever, he holds his priesthood permanently. Psalm 102:25-27 Long ago you established the earth, and the heavens are the work of your hands. They will perish, but you will endure; all of them will wear out like clothing. You will change them like a garment, and they will pass away. But you are the same, and your years will never end. Hebrews 7:25 Therefore, he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, since he always lives to intercede for them. (Greek) παντελἠς - panteles - completely Pas - every, all Telos - end Wes Huff as a guest on the “Flagrant” podcast. (Warning: If you want to watch this podcast episode, know that Wes is being interviewed by non-Christians, whose language and humor reflect the world. Therefore, you can look it up on your own, but it will not be linked here. Instead, I have provided a link directly to Wes Huff's own website.) (Link to Wes Huff's website) John 14:6 Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. Acts 4:8-12 Then Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit and said to them, “Rulers of the people and elders: If we are being examined today about a good deed done to a disabled man, by what means he was healed, let it be known to all of you and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified and whom God raised from the dead—by him this man is standing here before you healthy. This Jesus is “the stone rejected by you builders, which has become the cornerstone.” There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people by which we must be saved.” To Intercede: to step in between two parties or on behalf of another person in order to help, mediate, or plead their case. (Miriam-Webster) ...(Christ) always lives to intercede… Jesus did not go to heaven after His earthly ministry and “take a break” from His role as eternal Shepherd to His people…If when humble, despised, dying, and dead, He had the power to accomplish so great a work as reconciling us to God, how much more may we expect that He will be able to keep us now that He is a living, exalted, and triumphant Redeemer, raised to life and interceding on our behalf before the throne. Clearly, Jesus is still very active on our behalf in heaven. GotQuestions.org, “What is the purpose of Jesus interceding in heaven for us? (Link to the article) Romans 8:33-34 Who can bring an accusation against God’s elect? God is the one who justifies. Who is the one who condemns? Christ Jesus is the one who died, but even more, has been raised; he also is at the right hand of God and intercedes for us. “If once pardoned, thou will always be pardoned. For the first pardon Christ paid his blood; for the continuance, He does but plead His blood, and we cannot be without pardon till Christ be without a plea.” Stephen Charnock, “The Pardon of Sin” Isaiah 53:12 Therefore I will give him the many as a portion, and he will receive the mighty as spoil, because he willingly submitted to death, and was counted among the rebels; yet he bore the sin of many and interceded for the rebels. Next Step: I will repent and submit my life to Christ. How can we intercede for others? We can pray for the Salvation of those who need Christ. 1 Timothy 2:1-4 First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This is good, and it pleases God our Savior, who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. Next Step: I will pray for the salvation of , , . How can we intercede for others? We can pray for the Salvation of those who need Christ. We can pray for the healing of those in need. James 5:14-16 Is anyone among you sick? He should call for the elders of the church, and they are to pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. The prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up; if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is very powerful in its effect. Next Step: I will pray for those who need physical and spiritual healing. How can we intercede for others? We can pray for the Salvation of those who need Christ. We can pray for the healing of those in need. Pray for strength in struggle Pray for wisdom in difficult circumstances