Hebrews 8:7

If the first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no need to look for a second one,

Hebrews 7:11

Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood for on this basis the people received the Law what further need would there be to speak of appointing another kind of priest according to the order of Melchizedek, not one according to the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:18

Indeed, because it was weak and ineffective, the former commandment has been annulled,

Galatians 3:21

So is the Law in conflict with the promises of God? Of course not! For if a law had been given that could give us life, then certainly righteousness would come through the Law.

Hebrews 8:6

However, Jesus has now obtained a more superior ministry, since the covenant he mediates is founded on better promises.

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For if that first covenant had been faultless, then should no place have been sought for the second.

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Hebrews 8:6
However, Jesus has now obtained a more superior ministry, since the covenant he mediates is founded on better promises.
Hebrews 7:11
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood for on this basis the people received the Law what further need would there be to speak of appointing another kind of priest according to the order of Melchizedek, not one according to the order of Aaron?
Galatians 3:21
So is the Law in conflict with the promises of God? Of course not! For if a law had been given that could give us life, then certainly righteousness would come through the Law.

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Deuteronomy 29:14
Now, I'm not making this covenant and oath with you alone,

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