S – The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact expression of his nature, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high

Hebrews 1:3 CSB

O – Commentary:

The word translated radiates, found only here in the NT, includes an idea of intense brightness. God’s own glory is the glorious manifestation of his presence (Exod 16:7; 33:18; Isa 40:5). The Son’s glory is an expression of God’s glory—the Son of God manifests the person and presence of God (Luke 9:32; John 1:14; 2:11; 17:5; Rom 8:17).

• The term translated expresses, used only here in the NT, was used of a distinguishing mark imprinted on an object such as a coin. The Son gives a clear picture of the very character of God (John 1:18; Phil 2:6; Col 1:15).

• the mighty power of his command (literally his powerful word): God’s word is the powerful, dynamic force that created and governs the world (11:3; Ps 33:6–11). Elsewhere the Son is called “the Word of God” (Rev 19:13; see also John 1:1–18).

• cleansed us from our sins: See 9:11–10:18.

• he sat down: This clause is an allusion to Ps 110:1 (see also 1:13; 8:1; 10:12; 12:2), which foretold the exaltation of Christ after his suffering (see Matt 22:44; Acts 2:33; 1 Cor 15:25).

The right hand of God indicates high honor, rank, and position (see Ps 16:11; 45:4, 9; 80:17; 1 Kgs 2:19).

 New Living Translation Study Bible (Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., 2008), Heb 1:3.

A – Hebrews gives the unity and distinction of God the Father and God the Son.  Both roles are central to our faith.  God is the one true God and Jesus is God in the form of a man and our savior.  When you add the Holy Spirit, the expression of who God is in the trinity is complete.  We as believes have access to all three versions of God’s character.

R- Heavenly Father, you are Three in One.  Thank you for the diverse expressions of your character and love.  We surrender our will to our Heavenly Father.  We are grateful for the sacrifice that the Son of God made in payment for our sins.  And, we invite your Holy Spirit to lead us and guide us today.