How can understanding Hebrews 9:12 deepen our appreciation for Jesus' eternal redemption? Setting the scene with Hebrews 9:12 “He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption.” Why “once for all” matters • Old-covenant sacrifices had to be repeated yearly (Leviticus 16). • Jesus’ single entrance finishes the need for any further offering (Hebrews 10:10, 14). • Certainty flows from finality: if the work is done, my standing is settled (Romans 8:1). The price: His own blood • Not animal blood—only the sinless Son could meet divine justice (1 Peter 1:18-19). • Blood signifies life poured out (Leviticus 17:11). He gave life to give us life (John 10:10). • Personal cost underscores personal love (Galatians 2:20). The place: the Most Holy Place • Earthly high priests entered a copy (Hebrews 9:24); Jesus stepped into the heavenly reality. • His presence there means continual representation for us (Hebrews 7:25). • Access granted: “We have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus” (Hebrews 10:19). The result: eternal redemption • Eternal—no expiration date, no future payment required (John 19:30). • Redemption—freedom from slavery to sin and death (Ephesians 1:7). • Union—He purchased a people for God forever (Revelation 5:9). Deepening our appreciation • Rest: confidence replaces fear because the work is complete. • Worship: the cost and love displayed draw wholehearted devotion. • Identity: we live as redeemed sons and daughters, not striving slaves. • Hope: eternal redemption secures an eternal inheritance (Hebrews 9:15). Living in light of Hebrews 9:12 • Celebrate the finality of the cross—no penance can add to “once for all.” • Draw near daily—access to the Father is blood-bought and always open. • Proclaim freedom—share the good news that redemption is permanent and available now. |
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