Jesus Enters the Heavenly Holy Place by His Blood

Rev. Kyle Mietzner, battalion chaplain with the 10th Mountain Division of the United States Army at Fort Drum, NY, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Hebrews 9:1-14. The author of Hebrews details both the sanctuary and the services of the old covenant. He takes us on a tour of the tabernacle, working his way toward the mercy seat of the Ark of the Covenant. There the high priest would go only once a year with blood to make atonement for sins. When Christ appeared, He brought to fulfillment both the sanctuary and the services of the old covenant. He entered the heavenly holy place with His own blood to secure an eternal redemption for those who trust in Him. His forgiveness cleanses our consciences so that we truly serve the living God. “The New Covenant in Christ” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through the book of Hebrews. The book of Hebrews is best understood as a sermon preached to those who have gathered for the Divine Service, exhorting them to continued faithfulness to Jesus. As the Son of God and our Brother, Jesus is both our exalted King and faithful High Priest who is truly present with us so that we might fix our eyes on Him.