Jesus, the Priest of a Better Covenant

I. AN OUTLINE OF THE CHAPTERS 8:1-10:18

The Superiority of Jesus' Priestly Ministry

1. the Priest of a Better Covenant, 8:1-13
   --- a. a summary up to this point, vv1-5
   --- b. a second covenant sought, vv6-13
2. the Proprietor of a Better Sanctuary, 9:1-12
3. the Provider of a Better Sacrifice, 9:13-10:18

II. AN OBSERVATION OF TODAY'S PARTICULARS

Scripture References
Jeremiah 31:31-34

Simple Commentary
a summary up to this point, vv1-5
vv1-2. the sum & substance of all revelation (Jesus)
vv3-4. the sacrifices & offerings appointed (9:13-14)
v5. the shadow of heavenly things

a second covenant sought, vv6-13
v6. a much better covenant from a more glorious Mediator
--- a. What is a covenant?
vv7-8a. a meager covenant at best
--- a. Why was a new covenant needed?
vv8-9. a messianic covenant to come (also v13)
--- a. Was such a covenant ever promised?
vv10-12. a merciful covenant of grace
--- a. What are these aforementioned (v6) promises?