Exercising Your Spirit (Part 1) - Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Ph.D
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This message from Exodus chapter 28 delves into God's instructions to Moses regarding the garments and consecration of Aaron and his sons for the priestly office. It emphasizes the importance of dressing appropriately and neatly for serving in the priest's office, highlighting the significance of consecrated attire for Aaron alone. Pastor Chris underscores the attention to detail in the priestly garments, emphasizing the need for beauty and glory in their appearance.
Furthermore, the message connects these instructions to Jesus Christ as the ultimate High Priest, drawing parallels between the Old Testament priesthood and the priesthood of believers in the New Testament. It explores the symbolism of the Old Testament tabernacle and the rituals performed by the priests, contrasting them with the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who offered his own blood for the forgiveness of sins once and for all.
Pastor Chris delves into concepts such as justification, explaining how Jesus fulfilled various roles-apostle, high priest, captain, ruler, and king-to bring salvation to both Jews and Gentiles. They discuss the distinction between the curse of the law, which applied to the Jews, and the condemnation faced by Gentiles, emphasizing Jesus' role in redeeming believers from both.
Ultimately, the message highlights the superiority of Jesus' ministry and the New Covenant established through his sacrificial death, which offers eternal redemption and inheritance to those who believe. It encourages listeners to grasp the depth of God's love and the significance of Jesus' atoning sacrifice, which surpasses the limitations of the Old Testament priesthood and rituals.
Through a detailed analysis of Old Testament scriptures and theological reflection, Pastor Chris aims to deepen the audience's understanding of Jesus Christ as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy and the mediator of the New Covenant. They emphasize the transformative power of Jesus' redemptive work and the eternal significance of his priesthood, urging believers to embrace their identity as priests unto God and to live in light of the righteousness imparted through faith in Christ.