The concept of Christ as Apostle is a significant theme in the Bible, particularly in the New Testament, where Jesus is referred to as the "Apostle and High Priest of our confession" in Hebrews 3:1. This designation emphasizes Christ's role as a sent one, commissioned by God the Father to fulfill a specific mission, as seen in John 20:21 where Jesus says, "As the Father has sent me, even so I send you." The apostleship of Christ is also closely tied to his role as mediator between God and humanity, as expressed in 1 Timothy 2:5, which states that "there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus." Through his apostleship, Christ has reconciled humanity to God, providing redemption and salvation for all people.
A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, highlighting His role as God's ultimate messenger who reveals the fullness of God's love and truth. The sermon explores the unique position of the Epistle to the Hebrews, which underscores Christ's su
T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the superiority of the new dispensation through Jesus Christ as presented in the Letter to the Hebrews. He explains that in this new era, God speaks directly through His Son, who embodies the fullness of divine revelation and acts as the ultimate High Priest, surpassing f