The Superior Sanctuary

<p>THE SUPERIOR SANCTUARY</p> <p>Hebrews 9</p> <p>The Inferior Old Covenant Sanctuary (Heb. 9:1–10)</p> <p>What was it, then, that made the tabernacle inferior?</p> <p>It was an earthly sanctuary (v. 1).</p> <p>It was a type of something greater (vv. 2–5).</p> <p>It was inaccessible to the people (vv. 6–7).</p> <p>It was temporary (v. 8).</p> <p>Its ministry was external, not internal (vv. 9–10).</p> <p>The Superior Heavenly Sanctuary (Heb. 9:11–28)</p> <p>It is heavenly (v. 11).</p> <p>Its ministry is effective to deal with sin (vv. 12–15).</p> <p>John 1:29</p> <p>Ceremonial cleansing and conscience cleansing (vv. 13–14). </p> <p>2 Cor. 3:1–3</p> <p>Temporary blessings and eternal blessings (v. 15). </p> <p>Eph. 1:3</p> <p>Its ministry is based on a costly sacrifice (vv. 16–23).</p> <p>Luke 22:20</p> <p>Its ministry represents fulfillment (v. 24).</p> <p>Its ministry is final and complete (vv. 25–28).</p> <p> </p> <p>So What?</p> <p>The believer’s sanctuary is in heaven. His Father is in heaven and his Savior is in heaven. His citizenship is in heaven (Phil. 3:20) and his treasures should be in heaven (Matt. 6:19ff). And his hope is in heaven. The true believer walks by faith, not by sight. No matter what may happen on earth, a believer can be confident because everything is settled in heaven.</p> <p> </p>