Seeking a Heavenly Inheritance
What does it mean to seek a heavenly inheritance? The Bible reveals that the true center of faith is not on earth but in heaven, where Christ serves as our High Priest. “We have such an high priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens; A minister of the sanctuary, and of the true tabernacle, which the Lord pitched, and not man” (Hebrews 8:1-2, KJV). This episode explores how Christ’s intercession in the heavenly sanctuary shapes salvation, prepares His people for eternal life, and calls believers to holiness.
Faith must look beyond earthly distractions—such as pilgrimages to old Jerusalem—and rest on Christ’s living ministry. Scripture reminds us that “Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all” (Galatians 4:26, KJV). Sister White warns that focusing on earthly sites diverts hearts from Christ’s present work, emphasizing instead the need for readiness and obedience. True strength comes not from holy places but from a holy life, aligned with Christ’s intercession.
Christ’s ministry transforms character and secures forgiveness. His role as Mediator means our imperfect prayers are made acceptable to God. “Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them” (Hebrews 7:25, KJV). Sister White affirms, “The intercession of Christ in man’s behalf in the sanctuary above is as essential to the plan of salvation as was His death upon the cross” (The Great Controversy, p. 489, 1911). His love bridges human weakness with divine power, refining believers into a holy people ready for heaven.
The call is clear: fix your eyes on Jesus. Hebrews 12:2 describes Him as “the author and finisher of our faith” (KJV). His intercession prepares His followers to inherit the kingdom, just as Israel was called to the promised land. Sister White writes, “God desires a holy people to inherit His kingdom” (Review and Herald, Feb. 25, 1896). Holiness, love, and service mark the path to eternal life, not earthly rituals or traditions.
This message urges us to lift our affections above this world. “Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth” (Colossians 3:2, KJV). By embracing Christ’s intercession, we align with His will, reflect His love, and prepare for the inheritance promised to all who believe. The podcast concludes with a promise of victory: “Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard… the things which God hath prepared for them that love him” (1 Corinthians 2:9, KJV).
Join us as we explore how Christ’s heavenly ministry secures forgiveness, shapes character, and leads us toward the eternal inheritance reserved for the faithful.
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