Hebrews 2:10-13
“In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered. Both the one who makes people holy and those who are made holy are of the same family. So Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters. He says, “I will declare your name to my brothers and sisters; in the assembly I will sing your praises.” And again, “I will put my trust in him.” And again he says, “Here am I, and the children God has given me.””
Hebrews 2:10-13 NIV
Hebrews pictures Jesus as the pioneer of salvation in v10. Central to the image is that a pioneer makes a way forward for others. Connotations include a sense of courage and adventure. The American folk tradition is filled with the stories of pioneers, who made their way westward to open pathways for those seeking a better life in a new place. The better place was often pictured as a green landscape with good farmland, or perhaps a city where work was plentiful and the shops were full of goods. Hebrews here pictures Jesus as the pioneer who opens the way to God. This is indeed a vision of a better life. Hebrews even says that it is “glory.” But at the center of this glory is God, the Creator of us all. This is what God wants, namely, us to be in relationship with him. That is what Jesus the pioneer does, He opens the way to life with God. A pioneer often suffers along the journey through rugged terrain, and Jesus the pioneer indeed suffers on His journey. Hebrews says that Jesus was made “perfect” through sufferings. His suffering is not the end but is part of the way to God. His suffering is unique in that it is done on our behalf, since it conveys the love and grace that create a relationship with God. And His suffering also provides assurance that even though those who follow the Pioneer will also encounter suffering, it is not God’s final word. Jesus has made a future for his followers. By grace, they too move through their suffering and into a future where resurrection has the last word.
Father thank You for this day and the hope and assurance of eternal life in Your Son Jesus. Lord open up the floodgates of Your abundant blessings and pour them out over my friend and family today. Lord we stand in awe that You chose to live a life of suffering and pain, all because of Your obedience and love of us, to bring us into the heavenly glory of Your love. Lord use my friend to be the light of Your Gospel to all who need it today. Daddy we love you amen. Be a blessing. Love ya !!
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