The Son Is Superior to the Angels

Rev. Dr. Brian Kachelmeier, teacher for Wittenberg Academy, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Hebrews 1:5-14. The author of Hebrews quotes from seven Old Testament passages to teach his congregation that Jesus, the Son of God, is superior to the angels. He quotes these texts as the living voice of God spoken to the congregation. As they hear the Father’s voice speaking to the Son, they are being strengthened in faith toward Jesus as their only Savior. The angels are not exalted to this high position, but rather remain ministering spirits whom God sends for the sake of serving His saints. “The New Covenant in Christ” is a series on Sharper Iron that goes through the book of Hebrews. The book of Hebrews is best understood as a sermon preached to those who have gathered for the Divine Service, exhorting them to continued faithfulness to Jesus. As the Son of God and our Brother, Jesus is both our exalted King and faithful High Priest who is truly present with us so that we might fix our eyes on Him.