2. “Sin is unlikeness to God, distance from God, and wrong done against God. By sin man is excluded from nearness to God and communion with Him.” (James E. Smith, The Pentateuch)

3. Distance and Nearness Sin distances us from God
Law of Moses emphasized man’s unworthiness to approach God

4. The Mosaic Law: Distance from God
Tabernacle/temple
Regulations of clean and unclean
Sacrifices
Priesthood

5. Distance and Nearness Sin distances us from God
Law of Moses emphasized man’s unworthiness to approach God
But also emphasized God’s nearness to His people
Drawing near to God through Jesus

6. Hebrews: Drawing Near A better hope, a better covenant
A better sanctuary
A better sacrifice
A better priest

7. Increasing in Knowledge and Wisdom
Overcoming Self
Increasing in Knowledge and Wisdom
Growing to Greater Love

8. Dealing with Disappointment
Drawing Near in Prayer
A Sacrifice of Praise
The Heart of a Servant