Hebrews 2:14-18 (NRSV)
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Verse 14Since, therefore, the children share flesh and blood, he himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, Verse 15and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. Verse 16For it is clear that he did not come to help angels, but the descendants of Abraham. Verse 17Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. Verse 18Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested.
Devotion
This word from Hebrews makes it very clear: Jesus became one with us to save us. Death still holds the fear of the unknown for us. Yet, Jesus became like us, in "every respect," so that his sacrifice covers us completely. No longer do we need to fear death. And because He is one with us, we need not hold on to any fears: for "he is able to help those who are being tested."
Prayer
Holy Lord, there is so much about us that continues to drive fear into our hearts. Help us to know that Jesus has overcome all. There is nothing—no power, no evil—that we need fear. You are with us in all and through all. Amen.