Hebrews 7:25

"But he, because he lives forever, has his priesthood unchangeable."

Key Reflection

This verse emphasizes Jesus' eternal nature, indicating that his role as priest is perpetual and unchanging because he lives forever. Unlike mortal priests who must pass the responsibility to successors, Jesus maintains his priesthood indefinitely, ensuring constant intercession for believers.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 25. Wherefore he is able also. As he ever lives, and ever intercedes, he has power to save. He does not begin the work of salvation, and then relinquish it by reason of death, but he lives on as long as it is necessary that anything should be done for the salvation of his people. We need a Saviour who has power and Christ has shown that he has all the power which is needful to rescue man from eternal death. To the uttermost. This does not mean simply for ever--but that he has power to save them so that their salvation shall be complete eiv to pantelev. He does not abandon the work midway; he does not begin a work which he is unable to finish.

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