Explore the twofold superiority of Christ. Fix upon the conclusion to our section (7:26-28) to see how Jesus is the supreme high priest. Consider five descriptions of Christ as holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. Jesus Christ is superior to the priests of old, is exalted above the heavens, and is a Priest forever. Reflect on Hebrews 5:7-10. Consider that reverence cannot be identified with non-emotive stoicism. Jesus’ reverence led to his prayers being heard. The vindication of the resurrection is God’s response to Jesus’ prayer. We read in Hebrews 4:9-10, “And having been made perfect, He became to all those who obey Him the source of eternal salvation, being designated by God as a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek.” Jesus’ earthly piety secures his status as the Great High Priest. The main point of chapter 7 is that Jesus is a great high priest because he is closer to God and continues serving before God. The Son has really, finally, and forever mediated the presence of God. Hebrews 7:16 tells us, “…who has become such not on the basis of a law of physical requirement, but according to the power of an indestructible life.” God is interested in a greater quality of life and greater quantity of life – the fullness of God’s presence and experience and that forevermore.