Hebrews 8:7

New International Reader's Version

Suppose nothing had been wrong with that first covenant. Then no one would have looked for another covenant.

Cross References

Galatians 3:21

So is the law opposed to God’s promises? Certainly not! What if a law had been given that could give life? Then people could become right with God by obeying the law.

Deuteronomy 29:14

I’m making this covenant and the promise that goes along with it. I’m making this covenant with you.

Hebrews 7:11

The law that was given to the people called for the priestly system. That system began with Levi. Suppose the priestly system could have made people perfect. Then why was there still a need for another priest to come? And why did he need to be like Melchizedek? Why wasn’t he from Aaron’s family line?

Hebrews 7:18

The old rule is set aside. It was weak and useless.

Hebrews 8:6

But Jesus has been given a greater work to do for God. He is the go-between for the new covenant. This covenant is better than the old one. The new covenant is based on better promises.