Jesus Is... The Priest

The central message of this sermon is that Jesus' role as the Christ is rooted in His fulfillment of the three offices of prophet, priest, and king, which were recognized in the Old Testament as essential to Israel's relationship with God. However, it is not just a matter of Jesus holding these offices, but rather that He embodies the essence of being the Christ, meaning anointed, through His combined role as prophet, priest, and king. This understanding advances the belief that true salvation and relationship with God cannot be achieved on one's own efforts or good works, but requires a mediator who can bridge the gulf between sinful humanity and the holy God. The takeaway is that Jesus' work as our High Priest, covering our sin and bridging the gap between us and God, is essential for our redemption and restoration of relationship with God.