Hebrews is an interesting letter, slightly longer then usual, and very theological in nature. It is one letter that isn't classified to a specific author, although many believe that Paul is also the author of this one. The letter is geared towards showing the supremacy of Jesus, and exactly what His role as the son of God was, and the other roles He fulfilled. The author studies how Jesus is superior to the angels, superior to Moses, superior to the Aaronic priests, and superior as the High Priest. All of this superiority has to mean something though, much like the rest of the biblical lessons. It has to apply, or make a difference, or have an impact. In this case, that superiority affects how we view Jesus, and respond to His sacrifice for us. Our application takes its form in how we follow Jesus day to day in faith and perseverance. With all of His superiority, Jesus really didn't have to sacrifice Himself for our sake. Instead, He could have stayed with His Father, and ruled the galaxy with immeasurable power. However, He made the decision to give up that superiority on the cross, be made the lowest of all humans, and die as a sacrifice. Ultimately, we know the story ends with Him being restored to His rightful place at His Father's side, with all power once again in His rule. Still, on that cross, separated from God, the pain our Lord must have been going through is unimaginable. And He did it all for us.
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