1. Ritual cannot cleanse sinners (1-3)

The inadequacy of religious ceremonies to solve our sin problem is seen in the sacrificial system itself. Endlessly repeated religious ceremonies could not make worshipers perfect. In fact, the sacrifice of animals reminded people of their sins and made them feel more guilty. It is impossible for animal sacrifices or religious ritual to take away sin. For this reason, Jesus did not engage in religious rituals.

2. Jesus came to do God's will (4-10)

When Christ came into the world he said, 'Here I am. I have come to do your will, O God.' He based his knowledge of God's will on the promise of Scripture. Jesus understood that God did not want burnt offerings; he wanted obedience. So Jesus was obedient to death, even death on the cross. By his death he set aside the old system; by his death he fulfilled God's world salvation purpose; by his death we are made holy.

Application: Lord, forgive my selfishness. Help me to follow Jesus and do your will.
One Word: 'I have come to do your will, O God'