"He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power." (Hebrews 1:3)
The opening verses of the letter to the Hebrews reveal to us the supreme majesty and preeminence of Christ, the eternal Son who shares fully in the divine nature. He is not some created being, but the very radiance and imprint of God the Father's glory and essence. All that the Father is in His immortal deity, the Son is as well, for They are co-eternal and consubstantial.
This exalted Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, sustains and governs all of creation by His powerful word. At His incarnation, He did not cease to uphold the cosmos, but added to His divine ministry the work of our salvation, becoming the "pioneer" who has opened the way to life eternal for all who put their faith in Him (Hebrews 2:10).
How profound is the love of God, that the One through whom all things were made should humble Himself, taking on our likeness to free us from sin and death! As the author says, "He had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people" (Hebrews 2:17).
The Son's preeminent glory and His salvific condescension call us to unwavering devotion. Let us hold fast to Him, honoring His majesty yet clinging to His mercy. For as we are reminded, "he is not ashamed to call them brothers" (Hebrews 2:11). To the King of kings be eternal praise!
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