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Pastor Charles Washington jr.Recorded on 2/8/2026
What if the secret to finishing well isn't trying harder but traveling lighter? We open Hebrews chapter 12 with a vivid race metaphor and get practical about how to lay down every weight and the sin that so easily clings. The “cloud of witnesses” aren't distant spectators; they are living case studies that God keeps his promises, and their stories invite us to keep moving when life feels heavy.We talk about the difference between overt sin and subtle weights—those time-sucking habits, crowded calendars, and misaligned priorities that quietly choke our joy and our service. Endurance grows when our eyes are fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith. His path ran through the cross, but his focus was the joy set before him: redeemed people, the Father's glory, the completion of his mission. That future focus gives us a model for pressing through our own “wall” moments with resilient hope, not hype.We also tackle the honest reality that striving against sin is normal and ongoing. Hebrews doesn't shame the fight; it dignifies it. Instead of pretending perfection, we cultivate habits, boundaries, and confession that keep us moving forward. And when the text turns to divine discipline, we discover it as love in action—God training, correcting, and pruning us for fruit that lasts. Discipline may feel painful in the moment, but it is proof of belonging and a path to maturity.If you've felt weighed down, distracted, or discouraged, this conversation will help you name the weights, see the finish line, and run with endurance. Listen, share it with a friend who needs courage today, and if it helps you, subscribe and leave a review so others can find the show.Support the showThank you for listening!! Please give us a five-star rating to help your podcast provider's algorithm spread RTTB among their listeners. You can find free study and leader resources at the following link - Resource Page - Reasoning Through the Bible Please prayerfully consider supporting RTTB to help us to continue providing content and free resources. You can do that at this link - Support RTTB - Reasoning Through the Bible May God Bless you!! - Glenn and Steve
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Sermon Direct Link 1/11/26 Rev. Clint Smith Forging Family Foundations of Faith (Hebrews 11:23-29) Together, Amram and Jochebed showed us that God used imperfect families, courageous parents, and faithful obedience to accomplish extraordinary purposes. They ... Read More The post Forging Family Foundations of Faith (Hebrews 11:23-29) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.
Every new year we make goals, resolutions, and have the dream of “new year, new you”. By January 2, we fail. In this message, you will get a script for developing a plan to LIVE BY FAITH in 2026. Others will see your faith, and be inspired to live by faith also! Fan the Flame of faith this new year!
In this message, Pastor Bill Monroe walks us through the faith of Noah. In a corrupt and violent world, Noah believed God—and that faith saved his family.Listen as we study:• Faith based on God's Word• Faith motivated by a holy fear• Faith that produces action• Faith resulting in salvation by grace through Christ
an expository sermon on Hebrews 11:17-22 preached by Pastor Jordan Atkinson on December 21, 2025
Help Persecuted Christians TODAY: https://csi-usa.org/ Christian Solidarity International On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: JD Vance speaks at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest, urging Republicans to reject purity tests and internal division, while defending border enforcement, merit-based policies, and the role of faith in public life. We also cover the sentencing of five Iranian Christians to a combined 50 years in prison for basic acts of worship under Iran's sweeping national security laws. FOCUS: Billy Hallowell joins us fresh from AmericaFest with insight into the tone of the movement, how openly faith was discussed on the main stage, and what comes next for conservatives heading into 2026. MAIN THING: Former Gaza hostage Omer Shem Tov shares a powerful testimony of how more than 500 days in captivity under Hamas deepened his faith in God, teaching him gratitude, prayer, and hope in the darkest conditions. LAST THING: Hebrews 12:14 — “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.” PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630
The Family of Faith | Hebrews
Dec. 13 & 14, 2025 - 2026 GREATER FaithPastor Ed TaylorHebrews 11:1-3 | Study #20251214TOPICAL - (GREATER)
This Sunday, Pastor Nathan continues our series through Hebrews 11 called “FAITH FULL.” We're talking about the story of Joseph, a story that shows us how faith grows throughout our lives. Summit Park Church is a life-giving church in Lee's Summit, MO, with an incredible kids program, Bible-centered teaching, and an encouraging atmosphere for the whole family. Plan your visit at https://www.summitparkchurch.com. 425 SW Oldham Pkwy, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64081.
Peter Leithart, James Bejon and Jeff Meyers discuss Hebrews 11:13-20. GIVE TO THEOPOLIS! theopolisinstitute.com/give/ Get the Theopolis App! app.theopolisinstitute.com/menu Use Code "theopolitan" to get your first month free! Sign up for In Medias Res mailchi.mp/0b01d726f2fe/inmediasres
In this episode of Pray the Word on Hebrews 12:1–2, David Platt reminds us to set our eyes upon Jesus at every moment.Explore more content from Radical.
As we conclude our series on Hebrews 11, we are encouraged as believers to continue to run the race set before us. It's important to remain strong in our faith, especially during tough times. As a church, we are to encourage one another to press on, to fix our eyes on Jesus, and to run.
Hebrews 11:32-38 highlights the duality of facing troubles while expecting victory through Christ, referencing biblical figures who exemplified true faith. It calls for passionate living and addressing complacency all while encouraging believers to deepen their trust in God.
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Pastor Micah Stephens powerfully unpacks Hebrews 11, the great “Hall of Faith,” showing that biblical faith is never blind but the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things unseen. Walking through Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Moses, Rahab, and more, he reveals how every hero's story was always pointing to Jesus—the better sacrifice, the better ark, the author and finisher of our faith—calling us to run the race looking unto Him.Reference VersesHebrews 11 verses 1–3, 2 Timothy 1 verse 5, Romans 8 verse 26, Hebrews 11 verse 4-11, Hebrews 11 verses 17–40, Hebrews 12 verses 1–2Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content!And you can always head over to our website for any general information!https://godspeak.comPrayer/NeedsIf you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything.Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeakAny questions?Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have.Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service!-The Godspeak Team
Pastor Mike teaches on Hebrews 11:30-31 which highlights faith of the Israelites as they obey God's command to march around Jericho. God encourages us to trust in His plan even when we don't understand and even when it doesn't make sense. Rahab sees God's power and develops a personal relationship with Him, saving her faith saving her and her whole household.
1 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. 2 For by it the people of old received their commendation. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible. 5 By faith Enoch was taken up so that he should not see death, and he was not found, because God had taken him. Now before he was taken he was commended as having pleased God. 6 And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.
Hebrews Part 10: Living by Faith (Hebrews 11)Will Washington PCPC High School November 16, 2025
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The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. - Jesus (Matthew 6:22) Faith is the habit of seeing what God sees, but most of us suffer from vision deficiency. In the final chapters of the book of Hebrews, the author urges believers to fix our eyes on Jesus. By seeing Jesus for who he really is - the image of perfection and the pioneer of our faith - we will be able to see ourselves for who we are: imperfect sinners saved by grace through faith. Join us at The Story, Sundays in November, as we fix our eyes to see God's vision for our lives!
Danny shares his journey to becoming a youth director, encouraging youth to stand firm in faith. The study of Hebrews chapter 11 highlights faith through Old Testament examples. Moses exemplifies faith, prioritizing spiritual riches and leading the Israelites to salvation, emphasizing the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus.
Sermon Direct Link 11/9/25 Rev. Clint Smith Spiritual Heirs According to Faith (Hebrews 11:7) Noah lived in a corrupt and sinful generation, yet his faith heritage remained strong. He walked with God, just as his ... Read More The post Spiritual Heirs According to Faith (Hebrews 11:7) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.
Faith, described in Hebrews chapter 11, is described as tests that provide opportunities for growth. The narrative highlights God's promises, the importance of reliance on divine strength, and the significance of forgiveness, encouraging a deeper relationship with God and community connection.
Send us a textIn Part 16 of our verse-by-verse Hebrews study, we step into the “Hall of Faith” in Hebrews 11. The writer has just warned his readers not to drift, harden, fall away, or shrink back — now he shows them what persevering faith looks like. We'll see how Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Moses, Israel at the Red Sea, Rahab, the judges, the prophets — even the unnamed, persecuted saints “of whom the world was not worthy” — were all trusting the same God we trust today. And here's the surprise: they didn't receive the promise yet because God had “something better” planned that includes us. One people, one promise, one Savior.The Biblical Roots MinistriesOur websiteOur YouTube ChannelProf. Solberg's BlogSupport our Ministry (Thank you!)
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Sermon Direct Link 11/2/25 Rev. Clint Smith Biblical Faith – Better Faith (Hebrews 11:1-6) Biblical faith is a wonderful gift from God that enables us to trust Him even when life feels complicated or uncertain. ... Read More The post Biblical Faith – Better Faith (Hebrews 11:1-6) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.
Hebrews 11 showcases figures like Abraham, who exemplify unwavering faith. Faith and perseverance are crucial, especially during persecution, and Hebrews 11 urges believers to trust in Christ. This chapter highlights the cost of following Jesus and the promise of eternal life, encouraging us to keep the faith.
The journey of Abraham illustrates true faith through obedience and trust in God. The stories of Sarah and Abraham highlight the promise of inheritance through faith, showcasing God's faithfulness and the call to trust God and grow in faith.
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Real Faith — Hebrews 11:29-31 1. Faith remains in awe of God's judgments 2. Faith responds in obedience 3. Faith recognizes that the battle is the Lord's
Discover how to trust God and find hope in life's challenges with this inspiring sermon from Alliance Church. Pastor Brian explores the power of faith, drawing from Matthew 8 and Hebrews 11, sharing a gripping story of facing fears and trusting God's promises. Learn how to live with assurance and conviction in your spiritual journey. Join us for an 8-week series on faith and spiritual growth!
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Peter Leithart, James Bejon, Alastair Roberts, and Jeff Meyers discuss Hebrews 10:22-26) Check out the Audio Deacon Podcast www.audio-deacon.com/ GIVE TO THEOPOLIS! theopolisinstitute.com/give/ Get the Theopolis App! app.theopolisinstitute.com/menu Use Code "theopolitan" to get your first month free! Sign up for In Medias Res mailchi.mp/0b01d726f2fe/inmediasres
We're not running alone.Run.Without hindrance.With endurance.Keep your eyes on Jesus.Who ran with perfect faith.Who is the foundation for your faith.
Living by Faith: Hebrews 11:1–7In this episode of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane begin their journey through Hebrews 11, the great “Hall of Faith.” They unpack the definition of faith as confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Looking at the examples of Abel, Enoch, and Noah, they explore what it means to live a life that pleases God through trust and obedience. This conversation will encourage you to step out in faith, even when the path ahead isn't clear, knowing that God always honors those who seek Him.____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams____________________________________ Get Jamie's Newest Book:Living Loved: An 8-week Journey to Living Fully Loved
What is Faith? — Hebrews 11:1-7 1. Faith means accepting God's Word (verse 3) 2. Faith means worshiping God humbly (verse 4) 3. Faith means living a God-centered life (verse 5) 4. Faith means being separate from the world (verse 7)
Sunday School class led by Rev. W. Reid Hankins at Trinity Presbyterian Church (OPC) on 09/07/2025 in Petaluma, CA. This week we surveyed Hebrews. The post Surveying The Faith: Hebrews appeared first on Trinity Presbyterian Church North Bay (OPC).
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River of Life is an inter-denominational, interracial, Spirit-filled church located in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share the sermons from our services in the hopes they'll reach others determined to worship God in spirit and truth.
River of Life is an inter-denominational, interracial, Spirit-filled church located in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share the sermons from our services in the hopes they'll reach others determined to worship God in spirit and truth.
Derricke Gray teaches the Wednesday Night Bible study at River of Life, an inter-denominational, Spirit-filled church in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share them for those determined to worship God in spirit and in truth.
Derricke Gray teaches the Wednesday Night Bible study at River of Life, an inter-denominational, Spirit-filled church in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share them for those determined to worship God in spirit and in truth.