- And to which of the angels has he ever said, “Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet”? Hebrews 1:13 – In the first chapter of Hebrews we see the author immediately establishing a powerful truth, Jesus is greater than the angels. For many with a Jewish background this truth would have been quite shocking to hear. Angels were often seen as incredibly important, and while not worshipped, they were treated as much higher than humans. Yet this chapter is saying that Jesus is far superior over the very creatures they were lifting high. For the Jews, this would have been a needed lesson to hear, but for us, who likely aren’t treating angels like this, why should we cherish the truth that Jesus is greater than the angels? One reason is because our greatest enemy is an angel, just a fallen one. At one time the devil was a glorious angel in Heaven, yet no more due to his pride. Now he and all the other demons are on earth causing the havoc we see daily. There the truth of Hebrews 1 comes in, while the devil has power in this world, Jesus is superior. As smart, as powerful, and as talented as the devil and the other demons are, Jesus is more. When then the enemy seems to be winning in your story, remember that you have a Savior who is superior. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 3185
- Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world.” Hebrews 1:1-2 – God isn’t trying to be a sneaky God hiding Himself from you so you can’t get to know who He really is. If you want to know God, Study the life of Jesus. We see here that it’s through Jesus we can get a better understanding of who God is, how He loves, and what He wants. If Jesus was loving, so is God the Father. If Jesus was serious about something, so is God the Father. They are one. Grow your knowledge and understanding of God the Father through learning about Jesus. God isn’t secretive about who His is, in fact He desires that you really know Him and His heart, and we can through Christ. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 565
- He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs. Hebrews 1:3-4 – As we begin studying Hebrews know the heart behind why it was written. It was directed at the Hebrews of the day to help them believe Jesus was who He said He was, the Messiah and God. Here in our passage we see the writer highlighting the supremacy, the ultimate authority and power, of Jesus. By Jesus’ word the universe is held up. He made us pure from our sins and He sits down at the right hand of God the Father. If all this was to begin to shift the view of who Jesus was for the Hebrews how does the change anything for you? Does Jesus hold such high of power in your mind or is He merely just a friend that comes along with you in your story? While Jesus certainly does want that caring, intimate relationship with us, we must keep in mind He holds the exact imprint of God’s nature because He is our God. Let’s draw close to Jesus like He is a loving father and worship Him like He upholds universe. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 1597
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