Scripture: Various
Baptist Distinctives Series
Biblical Authority
Autonomy of the Local Church
Priesthood of the Believer
Two Ordinances
Individual Soul Liberty
Saved & Baptized Church Members
Two Offices
Separation of Church & State
Old Testament Priest
Chosen by God. Nation of Israel. Tribe of Levi.
Priest made sacrifices on behalf of the people.
Priest entered in God’s presence in the Holy of Holies representing the people and seeking forgiveness of sins.
Jesus – Better High Priest
Jn 1:14 Word became flesh
Jn 1:12 All who believe
Jn 1:18 We “see” God (Jesus)
Mat 27:50-51 Curtain torn
Jesus is Better!
Hebrews 6:9, 7:19, 7:22, 8:6, 10:34, 11:16, 11:40, 12:24
Our Response
- Draw close to God
- Hold fast to your confession of hope
- Consider how to stir/encourage others to love and good works.
- Meet together!
Ordained vs. Priesthood
1 Timothy 2:5-7
Hebrews 4:14-16
1 Peter 2:9
We are all priests of God.
No spiritual distinction between clergy and church members
1 Corinthians 10:31 “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”
1 Corinthians 11:1 “Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.”
