Connect Hebrews 10:12 with Psalm 110:1 regarding Jesus' position and role. Snapshot of the Two Verses • Hebrews 10:12: “But when this Priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, He sat down at the right hand of God.” • Psalm 110:1: “The LORD said to my Lord: ‘Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.’” The Common Thread: Seated at the Right Hand • Both texts place the Messiah at the Father’s right hand, the seat of supreme honor and authority. • This posture signals completion (His work is finished) and coronation (He reigns as King). From Sacrifice to Session: Hebrews 10:12 Explained • “This Priest” — Jesus, the ultimate High Priest. • “Had offered for all time one sacrifice” — His death on the cross is singular, sufficient, and final (cf. Hebrews 7:27; 9:26). • “Sat down” — Priestly work in the earthly tabernacle never included sitting; Jesus sits because His atoning task is done. • “At the right hand of God” — The place of divine favor and rulership (cf. Hebrews 8:1; 12:2). Psalm 110:1: The Messianic Promise Unfolded • “The LORD” (Yahweh) speaks to “my Lord” (Messiah), confirming two divine Persons. • Command: “Sit at My right hand” — enthronement and authority. • Purpose: “Until I make Your enemies a footstool” — a future, certain subjugation of opposition (cf. 1 Corinthians 15:25). Bringing the Passages Together • Hebrews 10:12 shows the fulfillment of Psalm 110:1. – The sacrificial aspect (Hebrews) meets the royal decree (Psalm). • Jesus’ seating marks: – The completion of redemption. – The inauguration of His kingship. • Ongoing result: He waits confidently while the Father brings every enemy under His dominion (cf. Acts 2:33–35; Ephesians 1:20–22). Implications for Believers Today • Absolute assurance of forgiveness—no further sacrifice is needed (Hebrews 10:14). • Confidence in a reigning Savior—He governs history from the throne (Colossians 3:1). • Hope of final victory—every force hostile to Christ and His people will be subdued (Revelation 3:21). |
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