Jason Biel

Pastor Jason takes a look at the beautiful prophecy from Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist. In this prophecy we see the real meaning of Christmas... a rescue mission. 

The following teaching is from the house church that currently meets in Jason and Regina's living room in Lengefeld, Germany. Jason is currently teaching through the Gospel of John. The teachings are given in English and then translated into German. The recording quality isn't always the best, but it hopefully gives you the feeling that you are in the house with them! May God bless you as you listen and may you be drawn closer to Jesus. 

Have you ever felt God was a million miles away? Have you ever felt that God was looking on idly while evil seems to run ramped? You are not alone. Habakkuk, a man of God, grappled with the same questions. But, he ends up expressing one of the most incredible proclamations of faith and praise. How did the transformation occur? Listen as Pastor Jason gives an overview of this powerful, little, book. May you be encouraged and full of faith and praise after you hear it

Just a short devotional thought as we approach Christmas. Jesus came to save and is coming again to rule. (please excuse the poor audio quality). 

This is a special message given at Calvary Chapel Petaluma. Pastor Jason gives a lesson on faith from Joshua 3.

"Choose who you are going to serve. If God is God, follow Him, if Baal is god, follow him; but you cant do both!"- That is the message of Elijah to God's people in this classic chapter. As Pastor Jason points out, it is just as relevant to us today. Though this chapter is about Elijah battling the prophets of Baal, it is really about God battling for the hearts of His people. That same battle rages today. God wants our hearts. 

Here in Mark 5, Pastor Jason looks at one of the "weirdest" stories in Jesus' ministry. Though there are some strange details to this encounter, at it's core it is the story of a man who was "sought and saved" by Jesus! It is also a picture of the gospel. 

All of us at one time or another will face a crisis. It is in those times that faith is all important. In Isaiah 7, King Ahaz is in the crisis of his life. God sends Isaiah to bring an encouragement and an exhortation. 

Feeling overwhelmed? Worried? Stressed? In this life it is so easy to be overwhelmed by anxiety. In 1 Peter 5:7, Peter exhorts us to cast (throw) those anxieties upon the Lord. This is a wonderful text and will no doubt bring you encouragement. 

If ever there were a time when the church needs to be awakened again to the power, privilege and priority of prayer, it's now. In Acts 4 we get to join with the early church in a special prayer meeting and learn some important & timely lessons. 

In this last chapter in Leviticus, Moses passes down regulations regarding "vows". Thought this chapter is something of an "appendix" to what Moses has already delivered, God clearly had more He wanted to communicate. Once more we will find practical application for our lives as well. 

Someone has said, "Large doors swing on small hinges". The "small hinge" of chapter 26 is the word "if". As we near the end of Leviticus, Moses breaks into a "mini sermon" on the importance of obedience! He tells them very pointedly that if they obey, there would be blessings and if they disobey there would be discipline. Once more we will see how all of this applies to us! 

Chapter 25 deals with one of the most unique and wonderful events on the Jewish calendar, the Year of Jubilee. Once more we will see how it all points to Jesus, who is our true "Jubilee"! 

From the annual feasts to the daily duties of the tabernacle, chapter 24 continues the handing down of the law. Once more we see Jesus in all of the details. 

Pastor Jason takes us through one of the most remarkable chapters in the Bible. Chapter 23 deals with the seven feasts of Israel. However, this  chapter not only provides a calendar for their feasts, it also provides a "Calendar" for God's plan of redemption. 

With great privilege and position comes great responsibility. Here in chapters 21-22 of Leviticus, we see that the privilege of being a priest came with a higher degree of expectation in character and conduct. The same is true of us as New Testament  "believer-priests". 

There is a big difference between "saying prayers", and "crying out to God"! Pastor Jason take a detour from the Leviticus study to revisit one of the most famous prayers in the Bible. There are times in our lives when we need to passionately cry out to the Lord. May this message encourage you and spur you on in your prayer life. 

Pastor Jason continues his study through Leviticus. In this section Moses is communicating various laws related to "Holy Living" or living lives that are "set apart to God". Once more we will see how all of this ties in with us living under the New Covenant. 

Chapter 19 seems like a collection of random rules at first glance. But, we will see some very important themes develop as we look closer. Within this section is what Jesus called the second greatest commandment, "love your neighbor as yourself". 

Chapter 18 continues a section of of Leviticus dealing with regulations for the Israelites as it related to holy living. God exhorts Israel not to live like they did in Egypt (where they just came from) or like they lived in Canaan (where they were headed), but to live live separated unto HIm. Specifically, this chapter deals with regulations regarding sexual relationships. In a sex-saturated world, this in extremely timely and relevant. 

Why does the Bible talk about "blood" so much? In chapter 17 of Leviticus we get an answer to that question. Tucked into one of the regulations for Israel, we see an important theological and practical truth about "the blood". No surprise, it all points to Jesus. 

Leviticus 16 deals with arguably the holiest day on the Jewish Calendar, The Day of Atonement or Yom Kippur. This high day dealt with offerings to cover the sins of the entire nation of Israel. Once more, we will see how every part of it points to Jesus and His work of atonement for us on the cross. 

Pastor Jason continues his study through Leviticus. Chapter 15 concludes a section dealing with the laws of "Clean & Unclean". Once more we see Jesus as the cure and the source of redemption from any and all "spiritual" uncleanness in us! 

In this message, Pastor Jason looks at the calling of the twelve disciples. This message was also a special update as to what the Lord is doing personally in the lives of Jason and his family. May the Lord encourage you and lead you to live "called and sent". (Please note there were some recording issues that didn't allow Regina Biel's audio to work properly. So part of the message is omitted, we apologize). 

Leviticus 14 finishes a section of the law dealing with "leprous disease". Once more we will see how leprosy is a type and picture of sin. As Pastor Jason will expound on, leprosy was to be taken seriously and dealt with severely, and so it is with sin in our lives. 

Pastor Jason continues his study through the Old Testament book of Leviticus. Chapter 14 deals with a somewhat confusing ceremony that actually has wonderful, theological, and practical applications. Once more we see Leviticus is the "seed-bed" of New Testament theology. 

John 21 is the classic passage of Peter's restoration after his failure of denying Jesus three times. Pastor Jason zero's in on an exhortation that Jesus gives Peter to "follow" Him. 

Pastor Jason brings an encouraging word from Genesis 16. As Hagar finds herself in a hopeless, helpless, situation, she encounters the "God who sees". The Lord sees us as well. He knows our situation and is our very present help in time of need. 

Pastor Jason takes a look at a familiar passage from the book of James. This exhortation by James to "count it all joy" when going through trials, at first glance seems un-realistic. However, as Pastor Jason shows us, James is not making a light and empty statement. There are wonderful reasons that we as Christians can truly rejoice in the midst of trials and temptations.

Pastor Jason continues his series on prayer as he looks at Daniel chapter 9. In this chapter we have Daniel's classic, passionate, prayer for his nation. It is a fitting and timely word, as we prepare for the 2020 National Day of Prayer. 

Pastor Jason continues his series on prayer. This message looks at Jesus' teaching about prayer, that we call, "The Lord's Prayer". Though it is familiar territory for many Christians, may this study be a "fresh look" and become  wonderfully practical in your life. 

In this teaching, Pastor Jason begins a "mini-series" on the topic of prayer. He points out that a great place to start is by making the same request that the Disciples made, "Lord, teach us to pray". 

In this  familiar text, Pastor Jason explores how Jesus handles Thomas, a man in crisis. May you be encouraged and find practical application for times of doubt and fear in your own life. 

After Jesus presented Himself as King, the next thing He did was "cleanse" the temple. As we prepare for Resurrection Sunday, Pastor Jason looks at this event that happened earlier in the week. May you have fresh look at this important event. Also, may the Lord use it to deepen your walk with Him. 

Pastor Jason gives a simple reminder and encouragement that Jesus is our "Blessed Hope". 

Continuing His teaching through Leviticus, Pastor Jason takes us through chapter 13, the "Law of the Leper". Once more we will see that there are some wonderful applications for us spiritually. May your love for Jesus grow as you see how He has cleansed us from the "leprosy of sin". 

Pastor Jason is taking a break from the Leviticus study to update and encourage in light of the effects of the Corona virus. As believers are meeting in smaller groups, Jason gives some practical thoughts and ideas based out of Acts 2:42.

In these two chapters we see euphoria switch to horror in a single moment for the children of Israel. As the priesthood is initiated, God teaches a serious lesson to communicate His holiness. Pastor Jason points out some helpful lessons for us as "Believer-Priests" participating in the work of the Lord. 

Moving on from the "offerings", the focus of Leviticus now turns to the priests. Just like the people needed a substation/sacrifice for their sins, they also needed a mediator. Once more, Jesus is the fulfillment and the ultimate answer! 

Pastor Jason finishes the first main section in the book of Leviticus which deals with the "Offerings". Once again we see the ultimate fulfillment in the person of Jesus. Also, there are wonderful applications for us along the way! 

This week pastor Jason covers the fifth and final "offering" in Leviticus, the "Guilt" or "Trespass" Offering. Once more we see that Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of this sacrifice as we come to Him for forgiveness and restoration! 

As Pastor Jason continues his study through the book of Leviticus, we see now the "Sin Offering". Once more we get a greater understanding of Jesus' sacrifice for us. 

In Leviticus chapter three, Moses receives the laws concerning the "Peace Offering". Pastor Jason takes this week to look closely at this sacrifice and how it points us to Jesus!

In chapters one and two, Pastor Jason looks at two of the five prescribed offerings for the Jewish people under the law. Not surprisingly, they point us to Jesus in a wonderful way!

Pastor Jason takes a brief look at Psalm 90:12, reminding us of Moses' wisdom to "number our days". It is one thing to say we believe in eternity, but it is another thing entirely to live like we believe it! 

In this podcast Pastor Jason takes us through an introduction to the book of Leviticus. Though a neglected book in the Bible, Leviticus lays a solid foundation for New Testament theology and ultimately points us to Jesus. 

As we approach the new year, Pastor Jason looks at a very neglected but power part of our Christian Life, Fasting. Pastor Jason takes a somewhat comprehensive look at this often mis-understood part of Christianity. Hopefully you will be educated, and stimulated to either revisit or fast for the first time in your life. 

In preparation for Christmas, Pastor Jason looks at a familiar text regarding the birth of Jesus. May the Lord cause you to be in awe of Who Jesus is and what Jesus did this holiday season. 

David wrote Psalm 142 from a very "dark" place in his life! He was literally in a cave! We may not ever have to hide out in a cave physically, but we all go through "cave" seasons in our lives! Listen as Pastor Jason takes  a fresh look at David's Prayer-Psalm and learn how we can pray through those time as well. 

In Luke 17, Jesus heals 10 lepers. One of them returned back to shower Jesus with praise and thanks. This Holiday season we are reminded that we have much to be thankful for, most of all Jesus! May we be like this "one" who came back to give thanks!

Pastor Jason begins the last section of the book of Exodus! Follow Moses and the children of Israel as they begin the construction of the tabernacle.