Monthly Archives: April 2014

The Old is no more

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Don Merritt

For if there had been nothing wrong with that first covenant, no place would have been sought for another. But God found fault with the people and said: “The days are coming, declares the Lord,     when I will make a new … Continue reading →

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A New Covenant!

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Don Merritt

Now the main point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, and who serves in the sanctuary, the true tabernacle set … Continue reading →

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Like Melchizedek

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Don Merritt

 If perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood—and indeed the law given to the people established that priesthood—why was there still need for another priest to come, one in the order of Melchizedek, not in the order of Aaron?  For when the … Continue reading →

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Who IS this Guy?

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Don Merritt

This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the defeat of the kings and blessed him, and Abraham gave him a tenth of everything. First, the name Melchizedek means “king of righteousness”; then also, … Continue reading →

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God’s Promises

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Don Merritt

When God made his promise to Abraham, since there was no one greater for him to swear by, he swore by himself, saying, “I will surely bless you and give you many descendants.” And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was … Continue reading →

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Who is the Author?

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Don Merritt

I’m sure that you have noticed that as we continue through the book of Hebrews, I haven’t mentioned the name of the author, instead, I’ve just said “the author.”  This is because his name is never mentioned in the text. … Continue reading →

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This is a Tough One

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Don Merritt

It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit,  who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the coming age and who have fallen away, to be … Continue reading →

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Heartfelt Thanks

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Don Merritt

While I was away recently, I received notification that I had been nominated for the Quartet of Radiance Award by Bright Blue Bean To say that I am honored that someone should think of me for this sort of thing … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Grow Up!

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Don Merritt

We have much to say about this, but it is hard to make it clear to you because you no longer try to understand. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you … Continue reading →

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Great High Priest, part 2

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Don Merritt

Every high priest is selected from among the people and is appointed to represent the people in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and are going astray, since … Continue reading →

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