"But as it is, Christ has obtained a ministry that is as much more excellent than the old as the covenant he mediates is better, since it is enacted on better promises." According to the Hebrews writer the new covenant of Jesus is founded on better promises than the old one. While the Mosaic covenant informed people of God's moral law, convicted them of sin, and established a pattern of sacrifice and priesthood, it did not redeem sinful people; it only offered a promise of redemption that was fulfilled in Christ. Suppose you go to purchase a new car and the car dealer first offers you a deal that's not affordable for you and so he comes back with a better deal--more options on the vehicle and a better price that enables you to purchase the car. God has offered us a better deal because it has better promises--it redeems us to eternal life. God's better deal is Jesus Christ, Who as God's Son is the high priest and mediator of this new covenant.
