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For it is witnessed of him, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.”
The cross references for Hebrews 7:17 all relate to the idea of a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. This theme of a priest forever is repeated throughout the cross references, emphasizing the importance of this concept. Additionally, the references point to Jesus as the fulfillment of this prophecy and the one who will serve as a high priest forever. This is further highlighted in Hebrews 5:6 and 6:20, which refer to Jesus specifically. Finally, the references to Melchizedek in Hebrews 7:15 and 7:21 further emphasize the importance of this figure and his role in the prophecy.
| Passage | How It’s Related (AI-Generated) |
|---|---|
| Psalm 110:4: The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, “You are a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek.” | Both passages refer to the same promise from God that Jesus is a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 7:17 is a direct reference to Psalm 110:4, which is a prophecy about the coming of Jesus as a priest. The prophecy in Psalm 110:4 is fulfilled in Jesus, who is a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. |
| Hebrews 5:6: as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.” | Both passages refer to Jesus as a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 7:17 is a quote from the Old Testament book of Psalms, where God declares Jesus to be a priest forever. Hebrews 5:6 is a reference to the same passage. This is significant because it emphasizes Jesus' role as a priest and his authority to intercede on behalf of God's people. |
| Hebrews 6:20: where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a high priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. | Both passages refer to Jesus' role as a high priest after the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 7:17 is a quote from the Old Testament, referring to God's promise to make Jesus a priest forever. Hebrews 6:20 explains that Jesus has already taken on this role, and is now a high priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. This is a reference to the Melchizedek priesthood, which is an eternal priesthood that Jesus holds as the mediator between God and humanity. |
| Hebrews 7:15: This becomes even more evident when another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek, | Both passages refer to Melchizedek, the mysterious priest-king mentioned in the Old Testament book of Genesis. Hebrews 7:15 mentions that another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek, which is then confirmed in Hebrews 7:17 as a witness of Jesus, who is a priest forever in the same order as Melchizedek. This establishes Jesus' authority as a priest, which is essential to His role as the mediator between God and humanity. |
| Hebrews 7:21: but this one was made a priest with an oath by the one who said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever.’” | Both passages refer to Jesus Christ being made a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 7:17 is quoting from Psalm 110:4, which is a prophetic statement about Jesus' eternal priesthood. Hebrews 7:21 gives further detail about the oath that was made to Jesus, confirming that he is a priest forever. |
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the eternal priesthood of Jesus Christ, established after the order of Melchizedek. We are humbled by the fact that You have sworn and will not change Your mind, that He is a priest forever. We thank You for the example of Jesus, who has gone before us as a forerunner, and for the assurance that He is a high priest forever. We praise You for Your faithfulness, and for the fact that You have made Jesus a priest with an oath. Help us to live in the hope of His eternal priesthood, and to trust in Your promises. 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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