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Pastor Sam Rainer preaches a verse-by-verse series through the book of Hebrews. In this sermon, Sam covers chapter 1 and shows that Jesus is greater. Hebrews brings the Old and New Testaments together in the Person of Jesus Christ.

The Book of Hebrews presents deep truths about Jesus Christ while repeatedly calling believers to respond in faith and perseverance. Join Pastor Robert and his wife Carolyn, as they walk carefully through the Scriptures, revealing why Jesus is greater than anything this world has to offer. Wherever you are in your faith journey, this study will help you follow Jesus more closely and trust Him more fully.    One by One is the broadcast ministry of Pastor Robert L. Scott Jr. of Quench Life Christian Fellowship. To learn more about QLCF, visit quenchlife.org. To support our ministry as we spread the Gospel, visit quenchlife.org/giving.

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Bible Study 7-31-2026: Part 2: But Jesus is Greater

The Book of Hebrews presents deep truths about Jesus Christ while repeatedly calling believers to respond in faith and perseverance. Join Pastor Robert and his wife Carolyn, as they walk carefully through the Scriptures, revealing why Jesus is greater than anything this world has to offer. Wherever you are in your faith journey, this study will help you follow Jesus more closely and trust Him more fully.    One by One is the broadcast ministry of Pastor Robert L. Scott Jr. of Quench Life Christian Fellowship. To learn more about QLCF, visit quenchlife.org. To support our ministry as we spread the Gospel, visit quenchlife.org/giving.

Most of us are more comfortable with rules than relationships. Rules feel manageable. Tell me what to do, what not to do, and how well I need to perform. Then I can measure myself, compare myself, and stay in control. But Jesus did not come simply to give us a better list of rules. He came to give us a new life and teach us a new way through our live with the holy spirit.

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Most of us do not mind trusting God when the water is calm. When the wind is gentle, the plan makes sense, and the people around us agree, in those times faith feels pretty easy. But what happens when the wind changes? What happens when the thing you trusted starts falling apart? What happens when the ship you were counting on begins to break beneath you? Acts 27 is not just a story about a storm at sea. It is a story about what a faith that holds together when everything else falls apart. Because storms are coming so when need to be prepared.

Most of us do not mind trusting God when the water is calm. When the wind is gentle, the plan makes sense, and the people around us agree, in those times faith feels pretty easy. But what happens when the wind changes? What happens when the thing you trusted starts falling apart? What happens when the ship you were counting on begins to break beneath you? Acts 27 is not just a story about a storm at sea. It is a story about what a faith that holds together when everything else falls apart. Because storms are coming so when need to be prepared.

From Sunday 6/14, CrossLife lead pastor Ricky Massengale begins the next chapter of our Hebrews study. The main thrust of this passage is that Jesus is greater than Moses. Ricky expands on the authors emphasis to make sure we grasp the significance.

This week our nation celebrates 250 years of freedom. For 250 years Americans have celebrated the blessings of liberty—the freedom to worship, speak, assemble, and pursue opportunity. Those are incredible gifts, and we should thank God for them. But this morning I want to ask a different question. What is real freedom? Most people think freedom means doing whatever you want, whenever you want, however you want. But is that really freedom? Because even in one of the freest nations on earth, people are still imprisoned every day by guilt, shame, addiction, fear, anxiety, bitterness, and sin. You can live in a free country and still not be free.

This week our nation celebrates 250 years of freedom. For 250 years Americans have celebrated the blessings of liberty—the freedom to worship, speak, assemble, and pursue opportunity. Those are incredible gifts, and we should thank God for them. But this morning I want to ask a different question. What is real freedom? Most people think freedom means doing whatever you want, whenever you want, however you want. But is that really freedom? Because even in one of the freest nations on earth, people are still imprisoned every day by guilt, shame, addiction, fear, anxiety, bitterness, and sin. You can live in a free country and still not be free.

Have you ever noticed how quickly people can change? One day you're the hero. The next day you're the villain. You get the promotion... everyone congratulates you. You make one mistake... everyone questions you. Social media can make you famous on Monday and cancel you by Friday. If your identity is built on the approval of people, you'll spend your life riding an emotional roller coaster. Acts 14 shows us a man who experienced both extremes in less than 24 hours. One crowd tried to worship Paul as a god. That same crowd later picked up stones to kill him. So what kept Paul going? His life wasn't built on the opinions of people. It was built on the mission of Jesus. And that's the question this passage asks every one of us: Whose approval are you living for?

Have you ever noticed how quickly people can change? One day you're the hero. The next day you're the villain. You get the promotion... everyone congratulates you. You make one mistake... everyone questions you. Social media can make you famous on Monday and cancel you by Friday. If your identity is built on the approval of people, you'll spend your life riding an emotional roller coaster. Acts 14 shows us a man who experienced both extremes in less than 24 hours. One crowd tried to worship Paul as a god. That same crowd later picked up stones to kill him. So what kept Paul going? His life wasn't built on the opinions of people. It was built on the mission of Jesus. And that's the question this passage asks every one of us: Whose approval are you living for?

Parable Ministries Presents: Hebrews Part 18.-Check out our other podcasts!"Rejoice, O Beloved!"CommentariesMy Dusty Bible-Connect with Us:contact@parableministries.comParableMinistries.comParablePublishing.comInstagramTikTok-About the teacher: Hunter grew up in Montana and now serves the Church in Albany Oregon where he works as a youth and young adults pastor. He and his wife Ana stay busy with two kids. Hunter loves studying the Bible and communicating it in a way which encourages further exploration of others. Hunter enjoys listening and making podcasts for others to enjoy.-Music created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi-If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate

We live in a culture that wants everything to be easy, convenient, and inexpensive. We want: Fast food, Fast internet, Fast results, and Convenient Christianity. Many people approach worship the same way. We want worship that fits our schedule. Worship that doesn't interrupt our plans. Worship that doesn't require sacrifice. Worship that costs us nothing. But throughout Scripture, worship has always involved sacrifice. When Abraham worshiped, it cost him a journey and his son. When the widow worshiped, it cost her last two mites. When Mary worshiped Jesus, it cost her an alabaster jar worth a year's wages. When Jesus worshiped the Father through obedience, it cost Him His life. And here in 2 Samuel 24, David teaches us a powerful truth: Worship that costs nothing is worth nothing.

We live in a culture that wants everything to be easy, convenient, and inexpensive. We want: Fast food, Fast internet, Fast results, and Convenient Christianity. Many people approach worship the same way. We want worship that fits our schedule. Worship that doesn't interrupt our plans. Worship that doesn't require sacrifice. Worship that costs us nothing. But throughout Scripture, worship has always involved sacrifice. When Abraham worshiped, it cost him a journey and his son. When the widow worshiped, it cost her last two mites. When Mary worshiped Jesus, it cost her an alabaster jar worth a year's wages. When Jesus worshiped the Father through obedience, it cost Him His life. And here in 2 Samuel 24, David teaches us a powerful truth: Worship that costs nothing is worth nothing.

Get the notes!Jesus Is Greater Than Moses: An Exegetical Exposition of Hebrews 3:1–11The opening chapters of the Epistle to the Hebrews construct a strict structural hierarchy designed to anchor believers under intense social and theological pressure. Moving from the cosmic, ontological domain of Christ's superiority over the angelic realm analyzed in chapters 1 and 2, Hebrews 3:1–11 pivots directly into the concrete, historical, and covenantal structures of the nation of Israel.By executing a verse-by-verse structural evaluation of Christ alongside Moses—the foundational human mediator of the Old Covenant—the text establishes a definitive standard of authority that demands complete covenantal exclusivity.1. Consecration and the Dual Offices of Christ (0:00–5:15)The corporate identity of the New Covenant community is firmly anchored in the finished, consecrating work of the cross rather than physical lineage:Hebrews 3:1 — "Therefore, holy brothers and sisters, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the Apostle and High Priest of our confession..." The Character of the Calling: The structural description “partakers of a heavenly calling” reorients the reader's expectation away from the localized, earthbound, territorial inheritance of the Mosaic economy toward an unshakeable, eternal reality.The Imperative to Scrutinize: The absolute command to “consider” stems textually from the Greek verb κατανοήσατε, denoting an intensive, scholarly fixing of the mind and uninterrupted mental investigation of an objective reality.The Operational Convergence: Christ is simultaneously designated as the Apostle (ἀπόστολος)—the ultimate Envoy sent forth directly from the Father to manifest final divine revelation—and the High Priest (ἀρχιερεύς), the exclusive sacrificial mediator who secures permanent access to the divine presence.2. The Architect and the Artifact: Verses 2–6 (5:16–12:10)To prevent a simplistic, hyper-critical reading of the Old Covenant, the text openly confirms Moses' flawless execution of his historic duties, drawing textually from the divine validation detailed in Numbers 12:7. Moses is explicitly situated within the boundaries of “all God's house” as a crucial, protective steward of a provisional administration.However, Verse 3 introduces a distinct categorical separation of glory based on an architectural analogy:The Analogy: The builder and designer of an estate naturally commands exponentially greater honor than the material house itself or any component within it.The Classification: Moses is historically categorized as a created component within the house, whereas Jesus is revealed as the uncreated, transcendent Builder who engineered the entire structure.The Syllogism: The formula in Verse 4 asserts that while every house is constructed by someone, the Builder of all things is God, explicitly declaring the absolute deity of the Son.This distinction culminates in a precise semantic shift in status between the two leaders:Moses as Servant (θεράπων): This term indicates a high-ranking, valued supervisor who executes tasks on property belonging to someone else. His entire ministry was prospective and forward-looking, operating as an anticipatory “testimony to the things which would be spoken later” by the programmatic declaration of the gospel.Christ as Son (υἱός): This title establishes absolute, hereditary ownership. Christ reigns directly over His own ancestral house. The living community of true believers constitutes this authentic temple, provided they actively hold fast their objective theological confidence and the triumphant boast of their hope firm until the final consummation.3. The Voice of the Spirit and the Peril of Unbelief (12:11–20:00)The latter half of the passage pivots to a sobering, pneumatological warning utilizing the text of Psalm 95:Hebrews 3:7–8 — "Therefore, just as the Holy Spirit says, 'Today if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts as when they provoked Me...'" Scriptural Animation: The introductory formula “as the Holy Spirit says” confirms that the Old Testament Scriptures are not handled as dead historical artifacts, but as an active, living, vocalized divine warning addressed directly to the contemporary reader with absolute immediacy.The Anatomy of Rebellion: The historical collapse of the Exodus generation occurred because they witnessed visible, supernatural miracles for forty consecutive years, yet remained fundamentally blind to the structural “ways” and internal character of God.The Judicial Consequence: Systemic unbelief and progressive hardening of the heart evoke divine holy indignation, culminating in an unalterable, binding oath of absolute exclusion from the physical and spiritual rest (κατάπαυσις) of the promised land.Ultimately, this historical failure under Moses serves as internal scriptural proof that physical entry into Canaan under Joshua was never the final destination or design of God's rest. When read alongside the wider truths developed later in Hebrews 12, believers recognize that severe temporal trials are forms of divine discipline designed to strip away shallow, nominal commitment, ensuring that the covenantal community is stabilized to inherit an unshakeable kingdom.Complete Hebrews 3:1–11 Educational Resource PackageTo equip pastors, small group leaders, and serious students of Theology for deep, systematic study, the complete publication-grade curriculum portfolio for this lesson is now available for download.This digital package is engineered strictly without bullet points, utilizing a clean alphanumeric nested hierarchy (1, A, B) that preserves all indentations, typography, and structural lines when copied and pasted directly into Microsoft Word.The integrated curriculum portfolio includes:

HEBREWS 13:20-25 - The Great Shepherd - Jesus Is Greater (A Sermon Series In The Book Of Hebrews) Pasto Dan Layman Download

HEBREWS 13:15-19 - A Sacrifice Of Praise - Jesus Is Greater (A Sermon Series In The Book Of Hebrews) Pastor Dan Layman Download

We may find ourselves looking for rest while running on the performance treadmill of life. We think this person, or this thing, will finally provide the rest that I need and yet it never delivers. Where is true rest found? Is it even attainable? We will explore a secure and unbreakable promise of rest for the people of God.1) A threat to rest2) A promise of rest3) A purpose in restText: Hebrews 4:1-13

What does it really cost to follow Jesus? And what does it cost us when we don't?In this powerful conversation, Steve Adams welcomes Morgan Snyder to the Embracing Brokenness Podcast for a deep and honest discussion about discipleship, formation, healing, risk, and the slow work of becoming whole in Christ.Morgan reflects on his 26 years in formal relationship with Wild at Heart, his transition with his wife Cherie into the Become Good Soil movement, and the deeper work of apprenticeship to Jesus in the second half of life. He shares why he and Cherie are now focused on “going deeper with fewer,” investing in the thirsty few who long for more of God and the abundant life.Together, Steve and Morgan explore the danger of consumer Christianity, the difference between information and formation, the invitation to become wholehearted men and women, and why brokenness is not the end of the story but often the beginning of deeper restoration.This episode is for anyone who feels stuck, spiritually dry, overextended, or aware that simply “believing the right things” has not produced the healing, maturity, intimacy, and purpose they long for. Morgan reminds us that God is not far away. He meets us at the end of our rope, in our need, in our pain, and in the ordinary moments where we create space to notice His voice.Learn more about Morgan and Cherie Snyder's work at Become Good Soil:https://becomegoodsoil.comLearn more about Embracing Brokenness Ministries:https://embracingbrokenness.orgChapters00:00 — God Meets Us at the End of Our Rope01:00 — Welcome to the Embracing Brokenness Podcast01:32 — Introducing Morgan Snyder02:14 — Morgan's History with John Eldredge and Wild at Heart03:34 — Becoming Good Soil and Going Deeper with Fewer04:55 — Husband and Wife Ministry in the Second Half of Life05:45 — Don't Waste Your Pain07:01 — Preferring a Circle Over a Platform08:00 — The Hidden Years and Carrying Water09:11 — Steve's First Wild at Heart Retreat11:08 — Trusting the Slow Work of God12:33 — The Interior Work of Becoming Whole14:23 — We Are All Being Discipled by Something16:21 — Leaving Platform, Salary, and Momentum17:45 — Brokenness, Anesthesia, and the Fire in the House21:22 — The Cost of Not Following Jesus22:36 — Sabbath as Resistance23:48 — God as the Father Who Initiates Our Children24:56 — Why Embrace Brokenness?27:16 — Living Where God Has to Show Up29:16 — Becoming the Kind of Person God Can Entrust30:25 — Risk at the Core of Discipleship31:05 — Prison Ministry and Holy Ground34:11 — What Is Burdening Morgan's Heart?35:48 — Dallas Willard and the Discipleship Crisis37:40 — Power, Service, and the Vulnerable39:52 — The Incomplete Gospel41:57 — Consumer Christianity and Hyper-Individualism43:53 — Information Is Not Enough45:22 — What If God Feels Distant?46:31 — How Do I Find God?47:31 — Creating Space to Notice God48:37 — The Gift of Margin49:35 — Micro-Shifts That Change a Life50:31 — Start with What Is Necessary51:08 — Becoming a King and Practical Resources52:02 — Become Good Soil and the Thirsty Few53:28 — Participating in the Restoration of All Things54:05 — Closing Thoughts

HEBREWS 13:7-14 - Outside the Camp; Still Within the Veil - Jesus Is Greater Pastor Dan Layman Download

Jesus Is Greater - Matthew 12:38-50

Grumbling is a recurring theme in the Old Testament. God's people were rarely satisfied. This stems from unbelief, which is connected to a hardened heart. As a result, they were not allowed to enter God's rest. We too must be on guard, but how does that work? We will see how God has designed his Church for his glory and our good.1) Stay near to Jesus2) Stay near to his ChurchText: Hebrews 3

Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike focuses on two simple but powerful truths: Jesus is greater, and Jesus wins. No matter what we face—trials, spiritual battles, fear, or uncertainty—Christ stands above it all in authority, power, and glory. He is greater than our sin, greater than our struggles, and greater than the enemy. Because of His death and resurrection, the victory has already been secured. In the end, Jesus wins, and because we belong to Him, we can live with confidence, peace, and hope.

As Pastor Ricky continues his teaching series on how Jesus is greater, he'll be exhorting us to rid ourselves of any known sin that has taken over our lives. When we choose to sin we're believing that what sin has to offer is far greater than what Jesus has to offer. Don't buy into the lie that sin can satisfy. The Bible says that sin is pleasurable for a season, of course, sin is fun, otherwise nobody would be doing it but the fun and pleasure only last for a season. Jesus satisfies the soul in the long run."Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

Today Pastor Ricky will be explaining how Jesus turns our so-called gains in the world into losses and turns the losses we experience into gains. Jesus asked the question, “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world but to lose his soul?” When we come to Jesus as our Lord and Savior He puts everything into proper perspective. We realize the things that used to make us feel good don't really satisfy the longing of our souls."Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

In today's message, Pastor Ricky compares a cultural idea of karma vs. Jesus' sacrificial love. The cultural idea of karma insists that we should receive treatment from others based on how good or bad we are, but truly understanding the depth of our human sinfulness would mean that we would not earn anything good. However, Jesus sacrificially took upon Himself the punishment for which you and I were destined. Therefore, you and I receive God's love and life, instead of what we deserve.

Have you ever thought about karma? In our culture today, karma can often be seen as the question of, do nice things and get nice things back or do bad and get bad in return. In today's message, Pastor Ricky discusses this cultural notion of karma which reveals the God-given ability to desire fairness and justice. If we always receive what we deserve, our sin would earn us punishment and death. But Jesus is greater than our sin and He frees us from the wrath of God, giving us grace and mercy."Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

In today's message Pastor Ricky paints an extraordinary picture of the incredible scope of this universe and knowing that this universe is so complex and vast, Paul's description of Jesus as being over all of creation is awe-inspiring. If Jesus then can rule over all of creation, He can certainly care for our lives. Isn't it amazing that the God who created all that is with his immense power, directs his attention and love towards us through His Son?"Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

The name and person of Jesus can be polarizing in our world today. For Christians, Jesus is the center of their faith for He is God and Savior but for others in our world, Jesus and His teaching is opposed. In today's message, Pastor Ricky says it's actually a good thing that Jesus is polarizing because He's radical and it may be worse to be comfortable and complacent with Jesus. As God, Jesus is greater than the mountains and galaxies and He can radically transform your life. "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

Jesus Is Greater GREATER: A Study of Hebrews Speaker: Pastor Don Porter

Sometimes we might wonder why Jesus became man. Was it necessary? Did he have to face temptation? Did he have to suffer? What is the connection between it all? How does this actually help the Christian in his or her daily life? The answer is more profound and practical than you think.1) The Powerful Savior2) The Suffering Savior3) The Willing SaviorText: Hebrews 2:5-18

Kenny Stokes | The Letter to the Hebrews | Downtown

Kenny Stokes | The Letter to the Hebrews | Downtown

All week long, we are bombarded by various messages that pull us away from the truth and centrality of the Word of God. In fact, we are tempted to drift away from it. This is the concern that the author of Hebrews had for his audience. In a world where our hearts are prone to wander, we have a reliable message that is a firm foundation.1) The danger of drifting2) The promise of a great salvationText: Hebrews 2:1-4

Kenny Stokes | The Letter to the Hebrews | Downtown

Kenny Stokes | The Letter to the Hebrews | Downtown

Hebrews 7:1-22 “Jesus Is Greater Than Who?Series: Jesus is Greater Than Preacher: Bill HarritSunday MorningDate: 22nd March 2026Passage: Hebrews 7:1-22

Hebrews 6:13-20 “Jesus Is Greater Than Every Other Anchor”Series: Jesus is Greater Than Preacher: Derrick HarrisSunday MorningDate: 15th March 2026Passage: Hebrews 6:13-20