Podcasts about hebrews jesus

Rev. Dr. Brian Ebel preaching on Hebrews 1:1-14 during the “Hebrews: Redi” teaching series entitled “Hebrews: Rediscovering Jesus” on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 11:00am.

Today we continue our series in the Letter to the Hebrews—An Unshakeable Kingdom. Join us this week as pastor Glenn leads us into the opening chapter of this great letter and four of the most profound verses declaring the deity of Jesus Christ—The Son of God! Prepare to have your faith in Christ strengthened and challenged as we hear the God who has spoken, speak to us today! Read Hebrews 1:1-4 in advance to prepare for the message.

An introduction to the book of Hebrews that will hopefully be helpful to you when it comes to following this year's Daily Devotion Club reading plan.

A sermon from Hebrews 12:1-13 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

A sermon from Hebrews 11:23-40 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

A sermon from Hebrews 10:19-39 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

A sermon from Hebrews 8:1-13 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

Sermon by Ant Frederick on October 27, 2024.This week, we look at one of the most foundational concepts in the Old Testament: the temple, the priests, and the sacrifice. Even though, we don't use the sacrificial system in the same way as the people of God did in the Old Testament, learning about this system helps us to know, appreciate, and cherish our Savior.This series is part of our Year of Biblical Literacy initiative.

A sermon from Hebrews 7:11-28 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

Episode Summary: What if you waited your entire life, followed rituals painstakingly, prayed for atonement, but never really knew if you had been forgiven by God? This is the reality for many in the Jewish community during Yom Kippur. In this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast, Matt and Ron Davis explore the ancient Day of Atonement, diving deep into its significance for both Jews and Christians. They unpack the biblical roots of Yom Kippur, discuss its modern observance, and ask the critical question: if Jesus is the ultimate High Priest and the final atonement, what does that mean for both communities today? This episode grapples with the tension between tradition and fulfillment, helping listeners see how the old covenant points directly to the Messiah. 5 Key Takeaways: Yom Kippur in Jewish Tradition: Yom Kippur, or the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in Judaism, where Jewish people seek to make things right with God, often unsure of whether their efforts are enough. Jesus as the Fulfillment of Atonement: The temple sacrifices and the role of the High Priest in Jewish history were shadows of what Jesus would ultimately fulfill as the final atonement for sin. The Significance of the Scarlet Thread: For 40 years before the destruction of the Second Temple, the scarlet thread on the Yom Kippur scapegoat stopped turning white, symbolizing that the sacrifices were no longer accepted - coinciding with the death and resurrection of Jesus. Jewish Rituals and the Messiah: Jewish traditions and practices, like the two goats on Yom Kippur, symbolically point to Jesus, who became both the sacrifice and the scapegoat for humanity's sins. The Growing Openness in Israel: Amid military tension, young Israeli soldiers are increasingly looking toward God, with many becoming open to the idea of Jesus as the Messiah. 3 Pull Quotes: "The scarlet thread stopped turning white 40 years before the destruction of the temple. What event could have caused this? The death and resurrection of Jesus." "Yom Kippur points us toward the ultimate atonement that's already been made - Jesus, the High Priest, who offered Himself once for all." "Our defense system is good, but it's not as great as what we've seen here. This has to be the hand of God." Chapter Markers: 00:10 – Introduction: Yom Kippur, the High Holy Days, and Israel's current state 03:00 – The Meaning of Yom Kippur and Jewish Rituals: A Time to Make Things Right 05:00 – Leviticus 16: The Scriptural Basis for the Day of Atonement 09:00 – Tale of Two Goats: The Sacrificial and Scapegoat Symbols 12:30 – The Scarlet Thread and Its Prophetic Significance 17:00 – The Shift in the Covenant: Jesus as the Final High Priest 21:30 – The Talmud and the Mysterious Change 40 Years Before the Temple's Fall 26:00 – Hebrews: Jesus' Role as the Ultimate High Priest and Fulfillment of the Atonement 29:00 – Israel Today: Spiritual Awakening and Openness to Jesus 31:26 – Closing Remarks: Praying for the Peace of Jerusalem Key Words: Yom Kippur, Day of Atonement, High Priest, Leviticus 16, Scarlet Thread, Azazel, Jewish traditions, Messiah, Jesus, fulfillment of prophecy, temple sacrifices, Jewish roots, Israel, spiritual awakening, Hebrew scriptures, new covenant, Old Testament rituals

A sermon from Hebrews 5:11-6:12 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

A sermon from Hebrews 4:14-5:9 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

A sermon from Hebrews 4:1-13 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

A sermon from Hebrews 2:5-18 in a series called “Hebrews: Jesus is Better.”

Hebrews 2:5-18

Hebrews 1:1-2:4

In chapter 9 of Hebrews, we explore why Jesus' blood is always better than our own sacrifice.

Send us a Text Message.Since Jesus is the originator and completer of all that was promised, these Jewish believers were exhorted to fix their eyes on Him and run the race set before them lest they fall under the discipline of the Lord.Support the Show.Stay engaged with new and up-to-date content, including newsletters, articles, podcasts, etc. Download the Teach Me the Bible App from any app store or Apple TV/Roku device.

The author of Hebrews reminds readers that Jesus is superior to every trustworthy, praiseworthy, truth-speaking voice they may be tempted to exalt in their era of persecution. This is a good word for the Hebrews audience, as well as the modern American Church and even Citizens church. As culture (nationally and locally) shifts and changes, enduring together in confident pursuit of Jesus' glory assures we can be His house that hosts His presence. What could be superior to that?

We jumped into our Summer Hebrews study by covering some Hebrews 101. Who is the author writing to and what's their context?! Then we covered the first two chapters and saw Jesus magnified as Prophet, Priest, and King… better than angels… and worthy of our closest (or undivided) attention!

Hebrews 10:1-18, Jesus: A Greater SacrificeThe Levitical sacrifices were insufficient to provide for our deepest needs, but God had a plan -- a greater sacrifice that takes away our sin and makes us righteous. Now we can draw near to God with full assurance of faith!

Kyle Kauffman | May 19 2024 What does a life well-lived look like? That's a question we all ask in some way. We know we only have one life to live and so we don't want to waste our lives. In the midst of all the challenges, pressures, and temptations it can become easy to coast, drift, or just fail to consider the direction of our lives. Hebrews 13 puts before our eyes a vision of what a life well-lived looks like. The author of Hebrews has spent 12 chapters laying out what make Jesus better than anything or anyone else in this life. Based on all of this he concludes in Hebrews 13 by telling us a life well-lived is a life that seeks to please God by following Jesus. The author shows us in practical detail what this life looks like while reminding us that this life is only possible through God's grace.

The Old Covenant was incomplete and only a "shadow" of the covenant to come. It required the daily ongoing sacrifice of animals that covered sin but didn't make remission for sin. With Jesus, the New Covenant was ushered in and His final sacrifice set the New Covenant apart when He sat down at the right hand of the Father. 

Send us a Text Message.Not only is Jesus the Son of God and greater than the angels, but He is also greater than Moses, who gave Israel the Law. For if those who rejected the words of Moses were killed in the wilderness, how much more severe will the discipline be for those who reject the words of Jesus? Those who rebelled against Moses never entered into the rest that was promised in the land. However, Joshua promised a greater rest still for those who persevere to the end.Support the Show.Stay engaged with new and up-to-date content, including newsletters, articles, podcasts, etc. Download the Teach Me the Bible App from any app store or Apple TV/Roku device.

In our last sermon on the book of Hebrews, we explore the truths that help us continue to follow Jesus together. REFLECTION QUESTIONS 1. What is something from the sermon that is staying with you- either as encouraging, confusing, or curious-making? 2. Discuss Hebrews 13:8-16. What do you notice? How does this inform what it might look like to follow Jesus? 3. What stands out to you from Hebrews 12:18-24 about the differences in these two experiences of God? Which parts of each description resonates with you? 5. What are some things that you experience or invest in that you think are a part of the eternal and unshakeable kingdom of God? 6. We talked about the "pressure of the ordinary" that keeps us from following Jesus. In what ways do you experience this in your own life? 7. What does it look like in your life to follow Jesus and run the path set out for you?

Brandon Fisher | May 12 2024 Think of a time where you ran a race in your life (or where you set out to do something else that was challenging). Why did you run that race? What did you experience during the race? What kept you going when things got difficulty? What was it like to get to the finish line? The Christian Life can be compared to a race that we run through this life and this world. The race is not easy, but it is worth it. This is what the author of Hebrews is teaching us in Hebrews 12:1-29. He's like a coach who is on the side cheering us on and yelling, “Keep going!” Endurance in the Christian race can be challenging for all sorts of reasons, but in the end, we will find that if we keep going it will all be worth it.

While Melchizedek was truly unique among the ancient fathers of faith, he still falls short of Jesus, who in his role as High Priest and King, He does more and provides more than all others before him. He rules and is sovereign. He intercedes on our behalf. He defends us and is preparing a place for us. 

Kyle Kauffman | May 5 2024 Faith is fueled by the promise of a better reward. As a result, faith is willing to give up all the “rewards” of this world. Faith knows that all this world offers to is only temporary and fading. But all that God promises to us is eternal and imperishable. In other words, faith operates with a whole different value system. It believes that God and all he promises to us is better than this world and all its fleeting praise, pleasure, and comfort. As a result, faith is willing to endure hardship and suffering in life. Faith believes there is something better that is worthy experiencing suffering and hardship to gain.

Kyle Kauffman | Apr. 28 2024 Christians are called to live by faith, not by sight (2 Cor. 5:7). And yet can also be accused of having blind faith in this life. The reality is that everyone lives by faith in certain areas of their lives. In our own time, the words, “You just need to believe” are a common refrain. And often the object of that belief is simply ourselves. The Christian puts his or her faith in a far greater object then self or any other human. We put our faith in the God who created this world and his Word. As a result, we live our lives seeking to gain what he has promised to us. We are willing to give up things this world values because we value the reward God offers more. In this way faith may look foolish in the eyes of the world, but faith is living for what can never be found in this world.

In the sermon titled "Moses was great... Jesus is greater!" from Hebrews 3:1-6, we explore how Jesus surpasses Moses in greatness through three main points: Jesus' dual roles as both Apostle and High Priest, His greater glory compared to Moses, and His position as a Son over God's house, contrasted with Moses as a servant in God's house. This comparison emphasizes Jesus' superior position and encourages believers to hold fast to their faith and confidence in Him.

Kyle Kauffman | Apr. 21 2024 How can I be sure? That's a question we might ask in all sorts of areas in our lives. And yet there may be no more important place we ask this then when we ask, “How can I be sure I am saved?” Or “How can I be sure I will remain a Christian?” A lack of assurance can be a terrible thing to endure. A false sense of assurance can lead to terrible consequences. But a true assurance of salvation is a wonderful thing to have. And it's something God wants us to have. We should not base our assurance on our own feelings, a previous prayer, or a powerful conversion story. Neither should we dissolve into endless self-reflection that may cause us to doubt our salvation. In Hebrews 10:19-39 we find God gives us a better way to find and hold onto an assurance of salvation. He gives us the place to look for assurance, a practice to maintain assurance, a problem that can (and should) undermine our assurance, and proof that can help our assurance.

Heb 1 and 2. Jesus is greater than angels. Whereas angels serve those who will inherit salvation, Jesus is the founder and pioneer of our so-great-a-salvation. Having suffered for our atonement, he brought us into the family of God, gave us a future inheritance and now acts as our high priest helping us when tested.

Hebrews 1:1-4While God's revelation from the prophets revealed him "in many times and many ways," God's revelation in Jesus is greater because God has spoken finally through his own Son -- God himself!

Hebrews 12:1-11The writer of Hebrews wants us to know one thing -- that Jesus is greater than. In this series, we'll see Jesus as superior to even all the great people and institutions God gave to Israel. In chapter 12, he is our example of faith and endurance, and we can look to him to persevere when God uses hardship in our lives to make us more like him.

Kyle Kauffman | Mar. 24 2024 How can someone who has done something wrong be made right again? How can our wrongs be atoned for? We can be prone to both minimize our own sinfulness and presume that we deserve forgiveness for whatever sins we have committed. The sacrifices in the Bible consistently make clear that our sin is a far bigger deal then we realize and that we deserve punishment, not forgiveness. And yet the sacrifices in the Bible also tell us that God makes a way for our sins to be forgiven. Our sins are not forgiven through good deeds, penance, time, or any other means. They are forgiven only through the shedding of blood. Hebrews directs our eyes to Jesus as the greatest sacrifice (and the one that ALL the other sacrifices were pointing to). His one sacrifice is sufficient to forgive all our sins and to fully make right what sin has made wrong.

Jesus is the Great High Priest who is not only with us but intercedes on our behalf. Hebrews 5 Austin Johnson

Kyle Kauffman | Mar. 17 2024 Relationships can be very fragile. They can easily be fractured and broken in all sorts of ways. And when a relationship is fractured, we often look for a way for the relationship to be fixed/restored. We were created to enjoy a relationship with God. But that relationship has been fractured because of sin. And yet we find there is no way for us to fix or mend this broken relationship. If we are to know and enjoy God, then we need God to act to restore the relationship. We find in Scripture that time and time again God has acted to restore and maintain His relationship with Humans. He does this on the basis of covenant. Hebrews tells us that Jesus is at the center of the final and better covenant that all the other covenants pointed toward. Hebrews tells us we relate to God on the basis of Jesus. Which means that as long as we are trusting in Jesus we cannot be separated from God. And all other ways of seeking to secure or maintain a relationship with God are futile.

Joel Wood | Mar. 10 2024 It's easy to trust God when the seas of our life are calm. When things are going the way we want them to, circumstances are good, and there's no really big trials we are facing, trust in God seems to come naturally. But when suffering, temptation, and trials start to blow and rage against us, it can be hard to continue to trust God in the midst of them. It seems much easier in these moments to start to doubt God's love or to live in constant fear then to trust him. This was a struggle for the Hebrews in the midst of their circumstances, and it's often our struggle as well. In the midst of all the ‘waves' that come our way in this life we need an anchor we can look to that will hold us through the storm and enable us to continue trusting God when life is painful, hard, or just doesn't make sense.

Kyle Kauffman | Mar. 3 2024 One of the things that we notice as we read Hebrews is that it is not only full of descriptions of how Jesus is Better, but it is also interspersed with serious warnings about turning away from Jesus. While these warnings are contained throughout the book, perhaps nowhere is the warning and what's at stake clearer then in Hebrews 5:11-6:12. The purpose and effect of this warning can often get lost in the midst of the debate between whether someone can lose their salvation or not. The warning was originally addressed to those who called themselves Christians. This warning makes it clear that apostasy (turning away from and denying the faith) is a real possibility and reality. While the Bible teaches that those who are truly saved will not lose their salvation because God will hold onto them and enable them to persevere, warnings like this also teach that there are some who will appear to be truly saved to us who will turn away and deny the faith. In God's hands, serious warnings are a means of His grace that are meant to help us persevere in our faith and not turn away from what is Better – Jesus and all he promises to us.

Kyle Kauffman | Feb. 25 2024 In Hebrews 4:14-5:10 we see Jesus described as a Perfect Priest. While the original readers of Hebrews would have understood their need for a priest, the idea of a priest likely seems foreign to us today. And yet we still look to people to play the role of a priest in our lives. We look to others who will listen to us, understand us, advocate for us, and help to solve our problems. In our day perhaps the people we most often look to as our priests are counselors and therapists. We go to counselors to have them listen to us, offer help to us, and help provide solutions to the problems in our lives. But what we need is not just a counselor or therapist, we need a Priest. Hebrews 4:14-5:10 tells us why we still need a Priest today and why Jesus is the Perfect Priest.

Kyle Kauffman | Feb. 18 2024 Israel had some great leaders throughout their history, including especially Moses and Joshua. And yet the author of Hebrews wanted both them and us to see how much of a better leader Jesus is. We often choose what leaders we will trust and follow based on who they are, what they've done, and the promises/hope they offer for the future. But we find that all of our leaders in this life end up letting us down sooner or later. They turn out to be flawed just like us and they often fail to deliver on their promises. Hebrews shows us that Jesus is a better leader than any other leader we may trust and follow. And as a result, we must take care to listen to him, trust him, and give our lives to follow him.

The reality of Jesus' birth, death, and resurrection allow us to live in freedom knowing that He has taken the punishment for sin on our behalf. Because Jesus was made fully human, you are restored, reinstated, released and revealed. Hebrews 2:5-18 Kelly Craighead

Kyle Kauffman | Feb. 11 2024 We were made to worship. It's impossible for us not to worship. Whatever we give our mind's attention to and our heart's affection to is what we worship. And there are all sorts of things in this life that compete for our attention and our affection. We can easily end up worshipping the wrong things. So many of thing things in our lives aren't worthy of our worship. They only end up letting us down in the long run and distracting us from the one who is truly worthy of our worship. It may seem odd to us, but the Hebrews were tempted to worship angels above Jesus. But usually this is how it works: it's easier for us to see the folly of what someone else is worshipping then it is to see the folly of the things we are prone to worship. Hebrews 1:5-2:4 wants to shift our attention back to the main attraction in the entire universe: Jesus Christ; and to see that only he is truly worthy of our worship.

Jesus is superior to the angels because he is the Son of God, the heir of all things, and all things work for him, by him. Hebrews 1 LaShaude James

Thank you for joining us for worship today! It's the first Sunday of 2024 and we're excited to be back in the book of Hebrews where we look closer at the relationship between Jesus and Melchizedek in Hebrews 7.