Honest Reflection

In Hebrews chapter 9, the author begins to focus on the new covenant that Jesus brought in. The old covenant had physical regulations and buildings, so it was inferior to the new, better covenant that is built on a spiritual foundation. With that said, there are aspects of the old covenant that highlight the need for the new covenant. Listen today as Nick and Cody discuss Hebrews 9.

In the 8th chapter of Hebrews, the author rounds out the discussion of Jesus as the High Priest and transitions into what that shift in priesthood means. This new priesthood represents the new covenant, new promises, and a new people before God. This covenant is superior to the previous covenant and has greater benefits for the believer in Christ. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 8.

In Hebrews chapter 7, the Hebrews writer begins explaining how Jesus is the promised priest like Melchizedek. He uses this connection to explain how Jesus is a superior high priest to any earthly high priest the Old Covenant could have produced. Through this perfect High Priest, believers now have the Greatest Advocate before God. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 7.

In Hebrews chapter 6, the author gives both a sobering warning as well as a comforting message of hope. Those who have tasted the goodness of Jesus Christ and chosen to reject Him are in a dangerous position. They cannot be renewed to repentance, because nothing more can be done. Thankfully, these Christians are not at that point yet. For them, the wonderful blessings of Christ are still available if they will mature and cling to Him. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 6.

In the Old Testament, the Jewish people had a high priest. Men, from the line of Aaron, would serve as the middleman between the people and God. They would offer sacrifices to God on behalf of the entire nation of Israel. Today, Jesus is our High Priest. He has offered the Greatest Sacrifice of all time, Himself. He is a better high priest than anyone before Him. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 5.

God has always wanted to invite people into His rest. Whether that be the invitation to the rest of Eden, the Sabbath, or the promised land, humans have always had the choice to make. Do we accept and enjoy His rest, or do we reject or corrupt it? The Jewish Christians are in the midst of that same choice, and the Hebrews writer tells them to enjoy the rest that comes from Jesus. We too make the same decision every day. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 4.

The Hebrews writer turns his attention to Jesus' superiority over Moses, the previous law-giver. Moses was a key figure in Jewish history and someone this primarily Jewish audience would have respected greatly. The writer continues the argument by reminding them of what happened when their ancestors rejected God through Moses, as they are in danger of doing that again, this time through Jesus. Listen today as Nick and Cody discuss Hebrews 3.

In Hebrews chapter 2, the writer continues to establish Jesus as greater than any other, including the angels. It may not always seem like Jesus has gained victory, but it is still a fact, and Old Testament scripture affirms this for us. Even though Jesus is worthy of all honor, He is still our Brother and still shared the same flesh, temptations, and trials as we do. This makes him a unique blessing for all of mankind. Listen today as Cody and Nick discuss Hebrews chapter 2.

Hebrews 1 serves as a powerful introduction to the book. The writer begins to make their claim of Jesus's superiority and backs it up with several Scriptures and comparisons to Old Testament figures. Listen in today as Nick and Cody talk through Hebrews chapter 1.

Nick and Cody are back for Season 3! This season, they will be going through the book of Hebrews chapter by chapter and calling out key points of reflection. Listen today as they give some themes and things to look out for in the book.