October 16 — "Saved to the Nth Degree"

Today's Reading: Hebrews 7

Jesus isn’t some far-off Savior who did a heroic thing once and then disappeared from our lives. No way. He lives forever—yes, forever—to keep saving, keep interceding, and keep holding you fast with a grip  that never lets go.

In Hebrews, the writer paints a stunning picture: Jesus is our flawless High Priest, unlike the old-school priests who were bound by time, frailty, and eventually, death. Under the old covenant, sacrifices were offered daily, but even the holiest of men couldn’t escape sin and the grave. Jesus, however, holds His priesthood permanently because He crushed sin and death once and for all. That means His saving work doesn’t expire, and His prayers for you don’t run dry. He’s alive—right now—standing in heaven as your tireless Advocate.

The phrase “to the uttermost” comes from the Greek word pantelēs (παντελὲς), which means completely, entirely, without limit, forever, to the utmost degree. Translation? Jesus doesn’t hand out half-salvations or spiritual band-aids. His saving work is full-throttle, all-in, and absolutely perfect. Think of it this way: Jesus saves to the “nth degree.” It’s a vivid way of saying He goes all the way—like cranking a dial to 11 when the scale only goes to 10. Jesus saves fully, completely, and eternally—leaving no sin uncovered, no soul overlooked, and no ceiling on His grace.

So what does that mean for you today? It means you’re never left to stumble through life solo. Jesus is praying for you right now—about your battles, your temptations, your wounds, and yes, even your doubts. Imagine that: before you even whisper a prayer, Jesus is already speaking to the Father on your behalf. Your salvation isn’t just a golden ticket to heaven someday; it’s a present-tense rescue mission in full swing.

So lean in. Draw near. Don’t grit your teeth and try to power through life alone, and don’t treat prayer like a last-ditch emergency button. If Jesus Himself is already praying for you, why wouldn’t you run to Him? Bring your burdens. Confess your sins. Drop your fears. And thank Him—thank Him!—that He hasn’t stopped saving you. There’s no shadow too deep, no failure too massive, no fear too fierce for His grace to reach.

May the Lord flood your heart with fresh confidence in His boundless salvation and relentless intercession. May you walk today with the rock-solid assurance that Jesus is both Savior and Advocate—and may His ongoing prayers anchor your soul and strengthen your faith until the day you see Him face to face.