God’s commands are really a showcase for His own grace!
The Long-Suffering of Our Lord – blog 5/3/24
Paul called himself the “foremost” of all sinners (1 Timothy 1:15) to illustrate just how far Christ will go to save one of God’s children. He will, in fact, go as far as it takes, enduring the awfulness of mankind just to save some.
The Long-Suffering of Our Lord – blog 5/3/24
Our Lord waited on the sinful woman just like He waited on Paul, and you, my friend. The more we understand just how depraved we are, the more we can appreciate the long-suffering of our Lord, and the more grateful we will be for our so great salvation.
Melchizedek is given preeminence over Abraham and ultimately Aaron (the first Levitical high priest). He was appointed by God, not based on his genealogy. His life is referred to without a beginning or an end, typifying an eternal priestly ministry like Christ’s.
Priestly behavior/duties were instituted and practiced long before the Law regarding the Levitical priesthood was given.
