Hebrews 8:1-6 Now the main point of what is being said is this: We have this kind of high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens, a minister of the sanctuary and the true tabernacle that was set up by the Lord and not man. For every high priest is appointed to offer gifts and sacrifices; therefore, it was necessary for this priest also to have something to offer. Now if he were on earth, he wouldn’t be a priest, since there are those offering the gifts prescribed by the law. These serve as a copy and shadow of the heavenly things, as Moses was warned when he was about to complete the tabernacle. For God said, “Be careful that you make everything according to the pattern that was shown to you on the mountain.” But Jesus has now obtained a superior ministry, and to that degree he is the mediator of a better covenant, which has been established on better promises. Big Idea: The Levitical law always pointed to Christ. Hebrews 8:1-2 Now the main point of what is being said is this: We have this kind of high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens, a minister of the sanctuary and the true tabernacle that was set up by the Lord and not man. Psalm 110:1 This is the declaration of the LORD to my Lord: “Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies your footstool.” This is the declaration of Yahweh To Adonai: “Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies your footstool.” Hebrews 8:3 For every high priest is appointed to offer gifts and sacrifices; therefore, it was necessary for this priest also to have something to offer. Hebrews 5:1 For every high priest taken from among men is appointed in matters pertaining to God for the people, to offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins. Romans 4:25 He was delivered up for our trespasses and raised for our justification. Hebrews 8:4 Now if he were on earth, he wouldn’t be a priest, since there are those offering the gifts prescribed by the law. Hebrews 8:5 These serve as a copy and shadow of the heavenly things, as Moses was warned when he was about to complete the tabernacle. For God said, “Be careful that you make everything according to the pattern that was shown to you on the mountain.” Colossians 2:17 These are a shadow of what was to come; the substance is Christ. Colossians 3:1-3 So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. The Tabernacle Inside the Tabernacle The Ark of the Covenant The Heavenly Temple Ark of the Covenant - Revelation 11:19 Brazen Altar - Revelation 6:9-11 Altar of Incense - Revelation 8:3 Lampstand & Laver - Revelation 4:5-6 Next Step: I will fast from for this Lenten season. Hebrews 8:6 But Jesus has now obtained a superior ministry, and to that degree he is the mediator of a better covenant, which has been established on better promises. 1 Timothy 2:5 For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus… Only Christ is our mediator. Hebrews 7:22 Because of this oath, Jesus has also become the guarantee of a better covenant. Next Step: I will repent and submit my life to Christ.