The high priest in Israel wore a breast pocket (or breastplate). There were 12 precious stones on this breastplate. Each gemstone corresponded to one of the tribes of Israel. This meant that the high priest wore all the tribes of Israel on his heart.
And they mounted four rows of stones on it. The first row was a row of ruby, topaz, and emerald;
and the second row, a turquoise, a sapphire and a diamond; Ex 39:10–11 NASB95
Not all high priests were loving and faithful, but Jesus is now our high priest in heaven.
Jesus carries not only all Jews on his heart, but all people. Every person who trusts and loves Jesus is a jewel in God's heart.
This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin.
So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. Heb 4:15–16 NLT
And the lost people? The deceived atheists, Hindus and nominal Christians?
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Jn 3:16 NIV
No one is excluded from God's loving heart.
You are like a precious stone in God's eyes. You can also pray for your family and your adversaries. God loves your enemies too.
Monday, October 14, 2024
You are a Precious Jewel in the Heart of God
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Jewish High Priest,
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