v. 14: Now since the children have flesh and blood in common, He also shared in these, so that through His death He might destroy the one holding the power of death--that is the Devil--
v. 15: and free those who were held in slavery all their lives by the fear of death.
v. 17: Therefore, He had to be like His brothers in every way, so that he could become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people.
v. 18: For since He Himself was tested and has suffered, He is able to help those who are tested.
Wow!! Did you ever think about this?? Jesus came down from His throne where He was worshipped, honored, glorified...and took on humanness. For a time, He was even lower than the angels. He became one of us, only He was God. He did it to free us from the Devil and his power of death.
What's interesting about this passage is that He was "...in service to God..." Not in service to us, but God. This emphasizes the fact that God wants us...God wants us in relationship with Him as His children for all eternity. He truly loves us!!! We are the apple of His eye; the object of His affection; His precious treasure...You are the one He longs for!!
If you're going through a trial in your life, Jesus can help...He's been there.
Oh How He Loves Us!!
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