Leviticus 2:1-16; Psalms 99:1-101:8; Acts 25:13-27
And Pethahiah the son of Meshezabeel…was at the king’s hand in all matters concerning the people. Nehemiah 11:24
We know very little about this man Pethahiah but he evidently had an important role representing the people in the presence of the king. He was able to interact with the king to ensure that their interests were not overlooked. In his position of responsibility he reminds us of the Lord Jesus Christ who has “entered…into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us” (Heb. 9:24). We are privileged to have Him there to support and represent us “in all
matters concerning the people”. —Philip A. Kaye
Before the throne of God above,
I have a strong and perfect plea;
A great High Priest whose name is Love,
Who ever lives and pleads for me. —Char. L. Bancroft