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Who is this Son of man? John 12:34 In response to that question the scriptures reveal Him as being one who wears many crowns. Rev. 19:12 Isaiah, under the inspiration of the prophetic Spirit of the Lord declared Him to be the Prince of Peace, among other things. He is the Divine ruler. Jesus is the King of all kings. Isa. 9:6 Jesus is the source of all peace for those who place their trust in Him. He is our peace. Real peace is never known until Christ Jesus becomes the one who brings tranquility to the human heart. Eph. 2:14 He did not promise a life without trials and difficulties but He did promise peace regardless of the circumstances. John 16:33 It may take awhile to walk our way into His peace but the end is assured. He will guide us in the way of peace. Luke 1:79.
A most intriguing character is to be found in one named Melchisedec. He is acclaimed to be the king of Salem or the king of peace, as well as the king of righteousness. Just that in itself should be thoroughly convincing that we are looking at a theophany of the Lord Jesus. The Lord appeared in human form to Abraham. His office was that of a King/Priest. Not just any king but the King of Peace. Not just any priest but one who worshipped and honored the Most High, the Supreme Lord of heaven and earth. Gen. 14:18 Jesus as the author of peace promised that He would leave peace, the type of peace which was His possession. John 14:27 Righteousness and peace are among the perfect conditions which are found in the kingdom of God. Rom. 14:17.
This Melchizedek was of sufficient importance for His particular calling to be made into an order, or a rank which was to be continued. However, Jesus alone is recorded as having been chosen to continue the priestly duties of Melchizedek. He was appointed to maintain that all important ministry. Heb. 5:6 The resurrected Christ is the single person capable of representing mankind before the throne of the Lord. He alone is the intercessor for all who call upon His name. Heb. 7:25 Only Melchizedek and Christ are capable to meet the divine requirements, therefore they are one and the same. Jesus has entered into the Most Holy as the only High Priest who can fulfill the order of Melchizedek. Heb. 6:20 The man, Christ Jesus is the one and only mediator between the Lord and mankind. 1 Tim. 2:5 He alone, has entered in to the Most Holy place, with His own blood, that is, into heaven itself which is the eternal kingdom of the Lord and the place of His throne. Heb. 9:12.