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How do we know that the priesthood of Christ is superior?

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We know Christ's priesthood is superior because He is sinless, does not need to make atonement for Himself, and His sacrifice is eternal.

The superiority of Christ's priesthood is demonstrated through several key factors outlined in Hebrews 7. First, Christ is a sinless priest, contrasting sharply with the Old Testament priests who were unable to offer a perfect sacrifice due to their own sinfulness. In Hebrews 7:26, we see that He is 'holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners.' This implies that He alone is qualified to offer atonement for others without first needing to atone for Himself.

Moreover, Christ’s one-time sacrifice is foundational to our faith, stated clearly in Hebrews 7:27: 'This He did once when He offered up Himself.' This underscores the finality and completeness of His atonement, marking it as sufficient for all believers. Additionally, He was appointed as a Priest by God's own oath, setting Him apart from the Levitical line that operated under the law. By fulfilling the role of High Priest forever (Hebrews 7:28), He assures us of His continual intercession for His people, which solidifies the understanding of His priesthood as unparalleled and eternal.
Scripture References: Hebrews 7:26-28, Psalm 110:4

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Five Superiorities of Christ’s Priesthood
Don Fortner · Aug 25, 2010
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