HEBREWS 7
With this chapter, the writer begins to explain the better priesthood of Christ; and he begins with the better order, the order of Melchizedek (Gen. 14).
Jesus Christ is both King and Priest, and His throne is a throne of grace (4:16). As King, He can control circumstances around you; as Priest, He can change attitudes within you. You will experience righteousness and peace as you yield to Him (v.
Because He is a Priest forever, He saves forever (vv. 23–25). “To the uttermost” means “completely,” “perfectly.” You are secure as long as He lives, and He lives eternally. You can live by the power of His endless life!
A perfect salvation should lead to a life of growing maturity. An earthly priesthood can make nothing perfect (v. 11), nor can the law of God (v.