Let’s read through the book of Hebrews one verse at a time in 2023. Every day explore a single verse and its cross references. AI-generated text draws the passages together. RSS feed.
but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world.
The cross references for Hebrews 1:2 help to provide a fuller understanding of the verse. They demonstrate how Jesus is the Son of God who has been appointed the heir of all things and through whom the world was created. The references show that Jesus was foreknown before the foundation of the world, was given authority over all things, and was sent to preach good news of peace. They also highlight the fact that Jesus was the only one who could make known the mysteries of God, that he was given authority to give eternal life to all whom he was given, and that he was sent to save the world from its sins. The references also demonstrate that Jesus is the one who will establish and uphold his kingdom with justice and righteousness, and that he is the one who will make the nations his heritage. Finally, the references emphasize that Jesus is the one who will bring about the end of death and will be glorified with God forever.
| Passage | How It’s Related (AI-Generated) |
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| Matthew 17:5: He was still speaking when, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.” | Both passages refer to the same person, Jesus Christ. In Hebrews 1:2, the author explains that Jesus is the appointed heir of all things, and through him the world was created. In Matthew 17:5, God confirms Jesus' identity as his beloved Son and commands us to listen to him. |
| Matthew 26:63: But Jesus remained silent. And the high priest said to him, “I adjure you by the living God, tell us if you are the Christ, the Son of God.” | Both passages refer to Jesus as the Son of God. In Hebrews 1:2, Jesus is described as the Son through whom God created the world, and in Matthew 26:63, the high priest is asking Jesus directly if He is the Son of God. |
| Matthew 28:18: And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. | Both passages refer to Jesus' authority and power. Hebrews 1:2 describes how Jesus was appointed the heir of all things by God and was used to create the world. Matthew 28:18 then states that Jesus has been given all authority in heaven and on earth. |
| John 1:3: All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. | Both passages refer to Jesus' role in creation. Hebrews 1:2 explains that God spoke to us through His Son, who is the heir of all things, and through whom the world was created. John 1:3 further clarifies that Jesus created all things, and nothing was made without Him. |
| John 1:14: And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. | Both passages refer to Jesus Christ as the Son of God. In Hebrews 1:2, God speaks to us through His Son, whom He appointed the heir of all things and through whom He created the world. In John 1:14, the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. Both passages point to Jesus' divine identity as the Son of God. |
| John 1:17-18: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. No one has ever seen God; the only God, who is at the Father's side, he has made him known. | Both passages point to the truth that Jesus is the ultimate revelation of God to humanity. Hebrews 1:2 explains that Jesus is the one through whom God spoke in the last days and through whom He created the world. John 1:17-18 further clarifies this by noting that the law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus. Jesus is the only one who can make God known, as no one has ever seen Him. |
| John 13:3: Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he had come from God and was going back to God, | Both passages emphasize Jesus' relationship to the Father and the authority He has been given. Hebrews 1:2 speaks of Jesus being appointed the heir of all things and through whom the world was created, while John 13:3 describes Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into His hands. |
| Romans 8:17: and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him. | Both passages refer to Jesus as an heir. Hebrews 1:2 explains that God appointed Jesus the heir of all things. Romans 8:17 explains that believers become heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ. |
| 1 Corinthians 8:6: yet for us there is one God, the Father, from whom are all things and for whom we exist, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom are all things and through whom we exist. | Both passages emphasize the central role of Jesus in God's plan of creation, redemption, and reconciliation. In Hebrews 1:2, Jesus is appointed the heir of all things and through whom the world was created. In 1 Corinthians 8:6, Jesus is the one Lord through whom all things exist. |
| Philippians 2:9-11: Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. | Both passages refer to the role of Jesus Christ in God's plan of redemption. In Hebrews 1:2, it is stated that Jesus is the Son of God, appointed heir of all things, and through whom the world was created. In Philippians 2:9-11, it is said that Jesus has been highly exalted by God and given a name above all other names, and that all will bow before him and confess that he is Lord. |
| Colossians 1:16-18: For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. | Both passages refer to Jesus as the Creator of all things. Hebrews 1:2 states that God spoke to us through his Son and appointed him the heir of all things, and Colossians 1:16-18 explains that Jesus created all things in heaven and on earth, and everything is held together in him. |
| 1 Peter 1:20: He was foreknown before the foundation of the world but was made manifest in the last times for the sake of you | Both passages refer to the same person, Jesus, and how he is both the Creator of the world and the Savior of humanity. Hebrews 1:2 emphasizes Jesus' role as Creator, while 1 Peter 1:20 emphasizes his role as Savior. |
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We praise You for sending Him to us in these last days to be our heir and redeem us from sin. We thank You for Your Word, which reveals the mystery of Your plan for us. We thank You for the power and authority You have given to Jesus, and for His willingness to suffer and die on our behalf.
We ask that You would help us to remain faithful to You in these last days, to trust in Your promises, and to respond to Your call with obedience. We ask that You would help us to understand the significance of Jesus’ life and death, and to live in a way that reflects His love and grace.
We pray for Your protection and guidance for us in the days to come. Help us to remain strong in our faith, and to share the Gospel with those around us. May we be filled with Your Spirit, and may our lives be a testimony to the power of Your love.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
This reading plan reads through a single verse each day, six days a week, paired with the most-popular cross references for the verse. AI-generated (and human-reviewed) text provides an opening thought and concluding prayer along with an explanation for how each cross reference relates to the verse. In 2023, this reading plan works through Hebrews one verse at a time. Every seventh day is a catchup day. Want more info? Try this blog post.
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