Theme: The ultimate atonement

Exegetical note
This passage amounts to a radicalization of the images of priest and sacrifice that dominate the Christology of the entire epistle. In this case, the Christ makes the ultimate atonement by entering the Holy of Holies (i.e., God's presence) and sacrificing himself (an unblemished offering), thereby effecting "an eternal redemption" and everlasting purification that negates even death itself.

Call to Worship
Leader: In the name of Jesus, the Christ, let us lift our hearts to God!
People: IN THE NA…