What does Hebrews 8 actually mean by “a better covenant”?
Did God replace His Law… or is something far deeper happening in the heavenly Tabernacle? And how should we understand Jeremiah 31, the “New Covenant,” and Yeshua as High Priest without tearing out the foundations of Torah?
In this episode of Decoding Hebrews, Pastor Jim Staley unpacks Hebrews 8 through its true first-century Jewish context. We’ll explore how the author contrasts the earthly priesthood with the heavenly ministry of Messiah, what “fault” the writer is really talking about, and whether the covenant and the Law are the same or if we’ve been reading this passage through the wrong lens.
📖 Discover how Exodus, Jeremiah 31, and the language of covenant help clarify Hebrews 8, expose common misunderstandings, and reveal the beauty of God’s unchanging character and promises.