The very high priest = the lamb that was slain. :: Amazing Love, how can it be?::

(today's devotion is brought to you by Samantha, Wan Lin and Shauna)

Scripture Reference: Hebrews 10:1-23

In the old Jewish system, the priest’s work was never finished, they always had to stand and offer sacrifices. These costly sacrifices of animals impressed upon the sinner the seriousness of his or her own sin before God. In verse 3, it states that, “those sacrifices are an annual reminder of sins…”

Imagine living in those days where you are constantly reminded of what you have done, the torment must have been great. Most of us would most probably live in guilt and feel unworthy before God the whole life.

But, “God demonstrated His love for us…” John 3:16, the lamb of God that was slain was Jesus. This very priest is His own sacrifice for all of us and His sacrifice is infinitely greater than any Old Testament offering.

He is now sitting beside the Father interceding for all of us and thus, we now “have the confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus”; a place where only priests could enter last time.

Considering the immeasurable gift that Christ has given us, we should respond by giving our devotion and service. Not taking this freedom for granted or treating the Lamb that was sacrifice as… just a fact. Verse 22 then ends with saying, “let us draw near to God with a sincere heart…”

Have you been devoted to God just like how He has been so faithful to you by giving His son? As we enter in the month of April, are you getting weary going deep into the word? As we look far to build His family, don’t forget to continue to draw close to God in your quiet time with Him.

Right now, close your eyes and think about how Christ has died for you. As all the scenes play your mind, utter a word of thanks to God and begin praying with a sincere heart, with all devotion to Him!