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Summary
Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.
A merciful
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Bible References
It
Hebrews 2:11
For both he that sanctifieth and they who are sanctified are all of one; for which cause he is not ashamed to call them brethren;
Philippians 2:7
but made himself of no consideration, taking the form of a servant, and becoming like men;
A merciful
Hebrews 3:2
who was faithful to him that appointed him, as also was Moses in all his house.
Hebrews 4:15
For we have not a highpriest who cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities, but one who hath in all points been tempted as we are, without sin.
Hebrews 5:1
For every highpriest, being taken from among men, is appointed for men in things pertaining to God, that he may offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins;
To make
Romans 5:10
For if while enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, much more having been reconciled shall we be saved by his life;
2 Corinthians 5:18
And all things are from God, who reconciled us to himself by Christ, and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation;
Ephesians 2:16
and might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain on it the enmity.
Colossians 1:21
And you, that were once alienated, and enemies in your mind in wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled
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John 11:35
Jesus wept.