662. “and I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to myself.”541 The lifting up of Jesus on the cross signifies and announces his lifting up by his Ascension into heaven, and indeed begins it. Jesus Christ, the one priest of the new and eternal Covenant, “entered, not into a sanctuary made by human hands. . . but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf.”542 There Christ permanently exercises his priesthood, for he “always lives to make intercession” for “those who draw near to God through him”.543 As “high priest of the good things to come” he is the centre and the principal actor of the liturgy that honours the Father in heaven.544
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
50. What does it mean to say that God is almighty?
417. Is such a law perceived by everyone?
195. What else does “the communion of saints” mean?
482. What is required for earthly peace?
28. What are the characteristics of faith?
205. What happens to our body and our soul after death?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How does the conquest of Canaan in the book of Joshua demonstrate God’s faithfulness?
What is David’s example of faith mentioned in Hebrews 11:32-40?
What is the importance of gratitude and recognition according to the book of Proverbs?
How important is the supremacy of Christ according to Colossians 1:15-20?
What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?
What does the Bible say about the wrath of God and how does it relate to the need for salvation?
What is the significance of Aeneas’ healing and Dorcas’ resurrection in Acts 9:32-43?
