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We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest for ever, in the order of Melchizedek. (NASB) Heb. 6:19-20 |
Our hope is Jesus - our eternal high priest!
Conclusion. What a lesson for us. These folks were active in church, and ministering to others but they were not spiritually growing. They were going backward. I have found that I can give myself to ministry or to serving others in the church much easier than I can to God. It is easy to become involved, active, excited and miss God all together. That happened to the priests in Malachi 1-2. They were active in the “church” and did not have a heart for Jesus or to know Him.
Are you spiritually dry? Are you bitter with people in the church? Do your prayers “bounce off the ceiling,” or you are discouraged with God? Maybe you have other frustrations and express it differently. Should you be able to teach by this time? Have you really believed in Jesus? We all need to ask ourselves, “Is Jesus the passion of my heart?” “Am I studying the Word in order to know Jesus, defend the truth, and live a godly life?” It is the only way to be a teacher (Heb. 5:11-14). Am I praying and confessing my sins? Do you daily ask the Holy Spirit to fill you with His Spirit? These are essential to spiritual growth.
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