Access to God? Authorized Personnel Only? — Hebrews 7–9, Week 13

This discussion features: Judah Thomas, David LaManna, Lenny Selgado, Mike McHugh, and James Gowell.

Edited by: Tim Nicholson

In Week 13 We continue our discussion on Hebrews chapter 7 through 9. What if the sign on the door to God’s presence really did read: Authorized Personnel Only?

In Hebrews 7–9, the writer walks us through a “diagram” of holiness and access...why the old system kept people at a distance, why even the best human priest couldn’t get you all the way in, and why Jesus is better than every substitute we’ve ever trusted.In this episode, we talk about:

• Why “good people” still need a Jesus (yes… even the pope sinned)

• What it means that if Jesus were on earth, He wouldn’t even qualify as a priest

• Standing in the gap and why death must be paid

• A quick tour of the tabernacle: Keep out. Authorized personnel only.

• The veil, the blood, and the moment everything changed: the veil is torn—now we have access

• Covering sin vs. removing sin: what true forgiveness actually means

• The New Covenant as a last will and testament—and why it goes into effect through His blood

If you’ve ever felt unworthy, far away, or locked out, this is the good news: in Jesus, the door isn’t just cracked open. Access is granted!! Come close!!

Help us spread the word about Thriving in the Word—and thanks for being part of the family.

Have a blessed day.