The Eternal Mediator—Appointed and Anointed (Chapter 8, Paragraph 1)

“It pleased God, in His eternal purpose…”

Christ’s role as Mediator was not a divine improvisation in response to the fall. From eternity past, the triune God purposed redemption. Acts 2:23 speaks of Jesus being “delivered up according to the definite plan and foreknowledge of God.” Redemption is not man-centered but God-initiated, grounded in His sovereign will and infinite love.

“…to choose and ordain the Lord Jesus, His only begotten Son…”

God the Father chose and appointed His Son—eternally begotten, not made—to be the Mediator. This eternal Son was not sent reluctantly but came willingly (John 10:18). His mediatorial role is grounded in His divine identity and eternal relationship to the Father.

“…according to the covenant made between them both…”

This statement refers to the covenant of redemption—the intra-Trinitarian agreement in which the Father sent the Son, and the Son voluntarily undertook to redeem a people by His obedience and death (John 6:37–39; Heb. 10:7–10). This eternal covenant forms the backbone of the gospel. It is the pre-temporal foundation for the covenant of grace revealed in history.

“…to be the Mediator between God and man…”

1 Timothy 2:5 declares, “There is one God, and one Mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” A mediator stands between two parties to reconcile them. Jesus, as Mediator, perfectly satisfies the justice of God while showing mercy to man. No other person, priest, or religious system can do this.

“…the Prophet, Priest, and King…”

Here we meet Christ’s threefold office:

• Prophet – He reveals God to us (Deut. 18:15; John 1:18).

• Priest – He offers Himself as the sacrifice and intercedes for us (Heb. 7:25–27).

• King – He rules and defends His people (Ps. 2; Rev. 19:16).

Each office is essential to our salvation. As Prophet, He gives truth; as Priest, He gives pardon; as King, He gives victory and peace.

“…Head and Savior of the church…”

Christ is not merely a helper to the church—He is its Head, the source of life, direction, and authority (Eph. 1:22–23). As Savior, He alone delivers His people from sin, Satan, and death.

“…the Heir of all things, and Judge of the world…”

All things belong to Him (Heb. 1:2). He is the rightful Heir of creation and will return as the righteous Judge (Acts 17:31). Salvation and judgment alike are in His hand.

“…unto whom He did from all eternity give a people to be His seed…”

Here is the particularity of redemption. God the Father gave the Son a specific people to redeem (John 17:2, 6, 9). This is the elect, the “seed” of Christ—those for whom He lived, died, and intercedes.

“…and to be by Him in time redeemed, called, justified, sanctified, and glorified.”

This line traces the golden chain of redemption (Rom. 8:30). Christ does not merely make salvation possible—He accomplishes it. He redeems His people by His blood, effectually calls them, justifies them by faith, sanctifies them by His Spirit, and will glorify them in eternity.

Application for the Believer:

Worship Christ as your Mediator! He was appointed from eternity to redeem you, intercede for you, and rule over you. His work is complete, sufficient, and sovereignly effective. You do not need another go-between—He alone brings you to the Father. Let this deepen your assurance and embolden your faith. You are not trusting in a religious system, a ritual, or a pastor—you are trusting in the eternal Son of God, your Prophet, Priest, and King. Bow to His authority, rest in His mercy, and proclaim His name. Christ is not one option among many—He is the only Mediator, the only Savior.