Lately I’ve been writing, speaking, and studying a lot about how Jesus leads us, serves us, and provides an example for us as a Prophet, Priest, and King—three pastoral offices established in the Old Testament and fulfilled perfectly in Jesus.
In researching the topic, I came across the following concept, ultimately rooted in Scripture but expounded by John Calvin and others. I found it extremely encouraging and practical in considering the comprehensive work, ministry, and love of Jesus:
We need a prophet because we are ignorant
We are foolish in our understanding (Romans 1:21, 25). As Prophet, Jesus reveals truth in both his word and his life. He illuminates our ignorance. Keep Reading...
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