“The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact expression of his nature, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high.” (v. 3)

As you read the Letter to the Hebrews, look for its central theme throughout:

The elevation, magnification, and exaltation of Jesus the Christ.

I heard one commentator summarize the book by saying, “Jesus is better.” He wasn’t wrong.

Here’s how the argument is set up, even before the author begins comparing the Lord with God’s angels:

We are told that Jesus has shown us all of God’s radiance, all of God’s glory, and all of God’s character. He is the exact expression of God. The invisible is made visible in Him. In a way that no creation and no other messenger could convey, Jesus has shown us the Father, for they share the same essence.

Once you know that knowing Jesus means knowing Holy God, you will know that Jesus is worthy, and you will know to exalt Him.

— Tyler