Let’s read through the book of Hebrews one verse at a time in 2023. Every day explore a single verse and its cross references. AI-generated text draws the passages together. RSS feed.
When he said above, “You have neither desired nor taken pleasure in sacrifices and offerings and burnt offerings and sin offerings” (these are offered according to the law),
The two cross references relate to Hebrews 10:8 in that they both emphasize the idea that God does not desire external sacrifices and offerings, but rather internal devotion and love. Mark 12:33 specifically mentions loving God and one's neighbor, which are the two greatest commandments, and Hebrews 10:5 speaks of God not desiring sacrifices and offerings, but rather a body prepared for him. Both references point to the idea that God desires an internal devotion from us rather than external sacrifices.
| Passage | How It’s Related (AI-Generated) |
|---|---|
| Mark 12:33: And to love him with all the heart and with all the understanding and with all the strength, and to love one's neighbor as oneself, is much more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.” | Both passages emphasize the importance of loving God and neighbor, rather than offering sacrifices. Hebrews 10:8 refers to the law of the Old Testament, which required sacrifices to be made and states that God did not take pleasure in these offerings. Mark 12:33 goes further, suggesting that loving God and neighbor is much more important than any offering. This passage highlights the importance of loving God and others, which is a central theme of the New Testament. |
| Hebrews 10:5: Consequently, when Christ came into the world, he said, “Sacrifices and offerings you have not desired, but a body have you prepared for me; | Both passages discuss the lack of desire for sacrifices and offerings. Hebrews 10:8 explains that these sacrifices and offerings are offered according to the law, while Hebrews 10:5 reveals that instead of these offerings, God desired a body prepared for Christ. This body would be the ultimate sacrifice, providing a way for humans to be reconciled to God. |
Dear Lord,
We thank You for Your perfect sacrifice in the form of Your Son, Jesus. We praise You for providing us with a way to be reconciled to You through His death. We are humbled by Your love and mercy, and we are in awe of Your power and grace.
Help us to love You with all our heart, soul, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. May we always remember the cost of our salvation, and the importance of living our lives in a way that honors You.
We thank You for Your sacrifice, and we praise You for Your grace. In Jesus' name, Amen.
This reading plan reads through a single verse each day, six days a week, paired with the most-popular cross references for the verse. AI-generated (and human-reviewed) text provides an opening thought and concluding prayer along with an explanation for how each cross reference relates to the verse. In 2023, this reading plan works through Hebrews one verse at a time. Every seventh day is a catchup day. Want more info? Try this blog post.
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