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Jesus is the Greater Life (part 2)
Hebrews 9:15-28
Abraham Cremeens
May 8, 2022
As we continue to unpack Christ’s work of redemption, we now come to a future dynamic. Jesus did so much in history as the greater High Priest and Savior. But we also long for the day of his return at which we will fully participate in the eternal inheritance he provides. If you are discouraged today, take heart because Jesus is coming and will complete the work he started in you.
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