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.
In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to him who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverence.
These cross references all relate to Jesus' prayers and supplications to God in the face of death. In Matthew and Mark, Jesus is in the Garden of Gethsemane and is asking God to take away the cup of suffering, but ultimately submitting to God's will. In Luke, Jesus is in agony and praying earnestly, and is strengthened by an angel from heaven. In John, Jesus is glorifying God and asking to be glorified in return. All of these references show Jesus submitting to God's will, even in the face of death, and emphasize his reverence for God.
| Passage | How It’s Related (AI-Generated) |
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| Matthew 26:28-44: for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.” And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. Then Jesus said to them, “You will all fall away because of me this night. For it is written, ‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ But after I am raised up, I will go before you to Galilee.” | Both passages demonstrate Jesus' commitment to His mission of salvation. In Hebrews 5:7, Jesus is shown to be reverent and obedient to God, even in the face of death. In Matthew 26:28-44, Jesus is shown to be willing to accept the sacrifice of His own life for the forgiveness of sins, even as His disciples abandon Him. Jesus' reverence and obedience to God, seen in Hebrews 5:7, is ultimately what allows Him to carry out His mission of salvation, seen in Matthew 26:28-44. |
| Matthew 27:46: And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” that is, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” | Both passages reveal Jesus’ intense prayer life. In Hebrews 5:7, Jesus is seen crying out to God in reverence, knowing that he is able to save him from death. In Matthew 27:46, Jesus is seen crying out in desperation, asking why he has been forsaken. Both passages illustrate the depth of Jesus’ prayer life and the anguish he felt during his final hours on Earth. |
| Mark 14:32-39: And they went to a place called Gethsemane. And he said to his disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” And he took with him Peter and James and John, and began to be greatly distressed and troubled. And he said to them, “My soul is very sorrowful, even to death. Remain here and watch.” And going a little farther, he fell on the ground and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him. And he said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for you. Remove this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.” | Both passages describe Jesus' prayers in the Garden of Gethsemane. Hebrews 5:7 refers to Jesus' prayers and supplications to God with loud cries and tears, showing his reverence for God. Mark 14:32-39 provides a more detailed account of Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, where he expresses his sorrow to God and acknowledges that all things are possible for God, yet submits to God's will. |
| Luke 22:41-44: And he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and prayed, saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” And there appeared to him an angel from heaven, strengthening him. And being in agony he prayed more earnestly; and his sweat became like great drops of blood falling down to the ground. | Both passages demonstrate Jesus’ reverence for God and His willingness to submit to His Father’s will. Hebrews 5:7 describes Jesus’ prayers and supplications with “loud cries and tears” to God, who was able to save Him from death. Luke 22:41-44 illustrates Jesus’ prayerful submission to the Father’s will, as He prays “not my will, but yours, be done” and is strengthened by an angel from heaven. |
| John 17:1: When Jesus had spoken these words, he lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, “Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you, | Both passages demonstrate Jesus' reverence for God. In Hebrews 5:7, Jesus is shown to be offering up prayers and supplications with loud cries and tears, demonstrating his reverence for God who is able to save him from death. In John 17:1, Jesus lifts his eyes to heaven, speaking words of reverence and glorifying God in anticipation of the hour of his death. |
| John 17:4-5: I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do. And now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had with you before the world existed. | Both passages refer to the prayer life of Jesus. In Hebrews 5:7, Jesus is described as offering up prayers and supplications to God with loud cries and tears. In John 17:4–5, Jesus is praying to the Father, thanking Him for the work He gave Him to do and asking Him to glorify Him in His own presence. Both passages demonstrate the reverence and intimacy of Jesus' relationship with God the Father. |
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the ultimate sacrifice of Your Son, Jesus, who willingly laid down His life for our sins. We humbly come before You in reverence, recognizing Your power and authority over all things.
We thank You for Your unending love, grace, and mercy that are extended to us through Jesus. We thank You for the example You have set for us of humility and obedience, even in the face of suffering.
We pray that You would give us the strength and courage to remain faithful in our own times of distress and despair, trusting in You and Your plan for our lives. Help us to stay focused on You and to always remember that You are in control.
We thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit that is with us, guiding us and comforting us in our times of need.
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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