Better (The Book of Hebrews)
A good keyword for the book of Hebrews might well be Better (a term used a dozen times in the book). The writer wants to show his Jewish readers that in Christ we have a better High Priest, with a better sacrifice, better promises based on a better covenant, and so on. In the opening verses (Heb. 1:1-3) he refers to the prophets who “spoke in time past,” demonstrating how the Son of God is infinitely superior.
- He is “heir of all”–His unique ownership
- He is the Creator of the universe–His unique power
- He is “the brightness of His [the Father’s] glory–His unique splendour
- He is “the express image” of God–His unique nature
- He is “upholding all things”–His unique work
- He “by Himself purged our sins”–His unique salavation
- His is seated “at the right hand of the Majesty on high”–His unique place