God’s final Word: his Son
by Faye Schmidt
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In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets … but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son (Hebrews 1:1,2b).
Read Hebrews 1:1–14
The writer to the Hebrews meets the readers of his letter at a place familiar to them – the prophets. They know the prophets and the messages from God brought to them over many generations. These messages were varied and spoken to the people in many circumstances but with a focus on the One who was to come – the suffering servant.
We know now that God’s final word to us is in the life, death and resurrection of his Son, Jesus. Jesus is the culmination of all the prophecies and the one who is the Word, the embodiment of all God wishes to convey to us, of his love for us.
There is no need for us to look for ways to learn about God and his will for us apart from the Scriptures. With the death and resurrection of Jesus, the act of full reconciliation of us with God was made complete – final. Jesus himself said on the cross, ‘It is finished’. He knew that the law was fulfilled – the promise kept.
Many may come and say that they speak for God. But unless they point to Jesus as the Son of God and the final Word from God, we should be wary. God has made it clear that as Jesus was there from creation and is his dear Son, he has authority over all, including all the angels.
Look to Jesus. In Jesus’ life and words, you will find God’s love for you.
Dear Jesus, help me to dwell in your word so that I may grow in faith and worship and praise you as your word is truth. Amen.
Faye Schmidt continues her diaconal calling through governance, having served on the Victoria–Tasmania District Church Board, the General Church Board and currently as chair of the Standing Committee on Constitutions and her congregation, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Adelaide. Having lived and worked in many locations within Australia and overseas, Faye has a heart for the stranger and the newcomer. She has a heart for being open to new ideas, learning from others and responding to needs.
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