I) Introduction
II) The High Priest of God
a) The beginning of the Levitical priesthood of Israel
b) The role of the High Priest
c) The High Priest, Aaron
III) Jesus is the High Priest of God
a) Jesus’ priesthood is in the order of Melchizedek’s priesthood
b) Genesis 14, Psalm 110:4
IV) Jesus is the Merciful High Priest
a) Jesus sympathizes with His people’s weaknesses
b) Jesus prays for His people continuously
V) Jesus is the Faithful High Priest
a) Jesus learned obedience in His suffering
b) Jesus did not sin in His suffering
VI) Conclusion
a) We must hold fast to believing that Jesus, the Son of God, is our great High Priest.
b) We are to confidently draw near to Jesus’ throne of grace to receive His mercy and help.
