Hebrews 9:16-22 tells us the death of Christ was essential. The New Covenant could not be established without it. Remission of sins would be impossible if He did not shed His blood.

The first covenant was established with the blood of animals; the second with the blood of Christ. Hence, the latter is far superior to the former. Its requirements and our resulting obligations and gratitude reflect this. Let us honor the blood-sealed Covenant of Christ.

In Hebrews 9:11-15, the writer previews what he will discuss in the rest of chapter 9 and all of chapter 10. His lists many things about Jesus, His function, and the purpose of His advent.

1. High Priest.
2. Built a greater tabernacle.
3. Used His blood, not that of animals.
4. One sacrifice, not many.
5. For redemption, including those under the Old Testament.
6. Mediator.
7. Established a New Covenant.

Truly, Jesus is our all in all.

Hebrews 2:10-18, highlights the fact that Jesus has experienced what we experience. He left heaven, came to earth, lived a flesh-and-blood life. How thankful we need to be that we are of the same family; we have the same Father.

He did not face temptation to learn what it was like, but to show us how to resist it. His actions on earth were for our benefit, not His. By reading about His life, studying His teaching, and following His example, we are helped in our time of trial.