Bible Reading: Job 2; Hebrews 7:10-18
“Who is made, not after the law of a carnal commandment, but after the power of an endless life?” – Hebrews 7:16(KJV)
When man understands the importance of life, he will not abuse it. The evils and errors that are going on in our society today reveal the shallow understanding of many on the subject of life. Endless life is possible only for those who have a grip on the One who carries this life- Jesus Christ. The writer of Hebrews discusses the subject of this Priest who appears after the order of Melchizedek. The Priest is not addressed after the order of Aaron, the result of which would necessitate a change of the law. “For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change in law also” – Hebrews 7:12(KJV).
The law that was in operation before Christ came had to give way for the law of the Spirit to appropriately synchronize with the salvation which he offers. This means that if indeed you are willing to move with this power of endless life, the law of old which is governing your life (law of the flesh) must give way to the law of the Spirit which only Christ offers.
Anyone that would have access to this power of endless life must without doubt be one who has clear understanding of this scripture: “But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God” – John 1:12-13 (KJV). Christ became the Priest because of the power of indestructible life which is resident in Him. Do not be deceived, only Christ possesses this power and He is willing to transmit it to those who come to Him “for as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself; and hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man” – John 5:26-27. This is what He determines to pass on to you if only you will align with Him in righteousness and holiness. You cannot have power of endless life if you reject Christ no matter who you are.
Prayer Point: Lord, help me not to miss the opportunity of endless life that you have extended to me in Jesus name.
Rev. Julius Oluwole