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Hebrews 5 explains the qualifications of a high priest and shows how Jesus fulfills them perfectly. Under the old covenant, high priests like Aaron were appointed by God to represent the people, offering sacrifices for sins—including their own—while showing gentleness to the weak (5:1–4). Jesus did not take this honor Himself; He was appointed by the Father, confirmed by Psalm 2:7 and Psalm 110:4, which declare Him both God’s Son and a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek (5:5–6). Unlike earthly priests, Jesus’ priesthood is eternal and unbreakable. In His humanity, He prayed with loud cries and tears, especially in Gethsemane, and through suffering He “learned obedience” (5:7–8). By fully obeying the Father, even to death on the cross, He was made “perfect” as our High Priest—completely fit to save us—and became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey Him (5:9–10).
But the chapter also issues a warning. The readers had become “dull of hearing,” still needing spiritual “milk” instead of “solid food” (5:11–12). Instead of growing into maturity, they had stalled, unable to discern good from evil (5:13–14). Hebrews calls believers not to remain immature but to press on, letting God’s Word train their hearts. Just as Jesus was prepared through suffering, Christians must grow through practice, moving beyond basics to deeper understanding and endurance in faith.
🌀 Reflection:
Jesus knows what it is to suffer, and He obeyed perfectly so that we could be saved. His priesthood never ends, and He still intercedes for us. The question is—are we growing in maturity or remaining stagnant?
💬 Mission Challenge:
Encourage a brother or sister in Christ to keep moving toward maturity. Share how God’s Word is training you right now and invite them to grow alongside you.
Just Keith Harris 
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