The article explores Jesus Christ's role as the High Priest in the New Testament and the timing of the new covenant's validation and inauguration. It explains that Jesus became High Priest after his resurrection, adopting the responsibility of mediating between God and man. Furthermore, His death and resurrection validated the new covenant, but its fuller realization is a gradual process that will culminate with His return to establish His kingdom on earth.
Genesis 14:18-20 BDC: Who was Melchizedek?
Was Melchizedek a real historical person, like Noah’s son Shem? Was he an angel, or some superhuman being? Was he an appearance of Christ prior to his coming to earth as the Son of God?