Christ, Perfect High Priest - Epistle to the Hebrews Part 15

<p>God’s purpose for the earthly priesthood and the tabernacle in the wilderness was to show a glimpse of the heavenly reality. It provided clues of the coming of the Messiah. But the OT ceremonial laws was just a shadow of things to come and a shadow of another reality; Christ is the substance. He is the fulfillment of the ceremonial law and the prophecies.  </p><p>The author explained the spiritual reality to the Jewish community to prevent them from making foolish decisions, like rejecting the claims and promises of Christ. The writer also encouraged them to believe in God’s oath in Christ and that the Jewish believers would exercise faith and endurance. For why would they fall away when Christ is superior Judaism in every aspect? Why would they risk not being restored to repentance? Why would they reject salvation? Why would they test the patience of God with unbelief? </p>