Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-9

This Sunday's message comes from a profoundly rich passage. These five verses wrestle with this: If Jesus was superior to angels, and if he's that much more powerful, then why did he appear like any ordinary person?

To tackle this question, the author of Hebrews reflects upon Psalm 8. He concludes that Jesus only appeared inferior for a time during his incarnation and particularly in his crucifixion. However, even through these apparent weaknesses, his death didn't diminish his superiority. Jesus' incarnation and crucifixion qualified him all the more to be our Savior-King.

So yes, this passage is rich. But it's also practical. If Jesus is so superior, if Jesus is the perfect Savior, then why does it appear t ...