Podcasts about old covenant

Studying the Bible correctly requires rightly dividing Scripture, beginning with an understanding of the difference between the Old and New Covenants. The Old Covenant was conditional and based on the law, while the New Covenant is rooted in grace, where believers live as sons and daughters of God through faith. Not every biblical passage is doctrinal; many narratives serve as case studies that reveal human failure or flawed thinking that God later addresses. Scripture must be read through the lens of the New Covenant, learning from examples without interpreting every account as a directive for how believers should live today. __________ Matthew 19:3–9 KJV, Deuteronomy 24:1–2 KJV, Acts 17:29–30 KJV, Genesis 2:23–24 KJV, Genesis 3:6 KJV, 1 Timothy 2:14 KJV __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com Leave a Comment: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/comments __________    

Made Like Us to Save Us and Sustain Us Hebrews 2:17-18 1) Christ's incarnation enabled Him to be a merciful and faithful high priest for His people to the glory of God. 2) As a merciful and faithful high priest, Christ provides… -Why was the incarnation essential to our salvation? -What did the high priest do under the Old Covenant? How did Jesus do this for His people in a far superior way? -How was Jesus faithful to His mission of redemption? What kinds of temptations to avoid the cross did He face? -How does the incarnation enable Christ to provide perfect and sympathetic help as we follow Him in this sin-cursed world? How do we particularly avail ourselves of this help? -How have you experienced Christ's faithful and sympathetic help? -How does Christ's faithfulness give you confidence that you will persevere? For further study: Lev 16; Mt 4:1-11; Rom 3:23-26; 1 Tim 2:5; Heb 4:14-16; 7:26-27; 9:11-14; 10:11-14.

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Advent: Behold the True and Better - Luke 2.21-40Jobey McGintyWe conclude our Advent series by looking at Luke 2, witnessing the beautiful passing of the torch from the Old Covenant saints to the arrival of the Messiah.We look to Simeon and Anna, who faithfully waited into their old age for God's promises to be fulfilled. They remind us that Jesus is the Consolation of Israel, coming to bring comfort to a weary world filled with darkness, grief, and exhaustion. Jesus comes as the Light of the World, bringing clarity, warmth, and beauty into our lives. While we often fear the light because it exposes our hidden sin and shame, we are reminded that His light is not meant to condemn us but to free us.We are called to come out of hiding and let His light frame our sorrows and heal our internal struggles. We must not be a "cul-de-sac" of God's blessing, keeping it to ourselves, but rather a "through street," acting as a chosen race and royal priesthood to proclaim the excellencies of Him who called us out of darkness and into His marvelous light.

Read OnlineWhen they came on the eighth day to circumcise the child, they were going to call him Zechariah after his father, but his mother said in reply, “No. He will be called John.” But they answered her, “There is no one among your relatives who has this name.” So they made signs, asking his father what he wished him to be called. He asked for a tablet and wrote, “John is his name,” and all were amazed. Luke 1:59–63At the time of John the Baptist's birth, it was customary for family, neighbors, and others within the community to gather for a child's circumcision on the eighth day. According to Genesis 17:1–14, when God appeared to Abraham and established a covenant with him and his descendants, circumcision was instituted as the external sign of this covenant for every male child on the eighth day. Over time, it also became customary to name the child as part of the ceremony.The naming of a child in Jewish tradition was significant. A child's name connected him to his family and continued the family lineage. It was a way of honoring the family member whose name the child was given. Customarily, the firstborn male was named after his father or another significant relative. That's why the family and friends who gathered for John's naming and circumcision were surprised when he was not named Zechariah after his father and even more surprised when he was given the name John, a name that no other relative had.The inclusion of this story in the Gospel narrative indicates that John's name and its departure from Jewish custom hold special significance. Giving him a name that no other family member had was God's way of indicating that John's family, identity, and mission extended beyond his blood relatives. The name John means “God is gracious” or “God has been gracious.” Hence, John's name points beyond his life to God, the Source of grace. His mission was universal, preparing the way of the Lord for all people. Through John, the gateway of God's grace and mercy is proclaimed, and Jesus, the source of grace and salvation, enters. As we reflect on John the Baptist and his unique identity, we should also ponder our own identity in Christ. While family is the first and most important community where we come to know God and learn to love, God also calls us to an identity that transcends our biological family. We receive our most important identity through baptism. Just as circumcision was the sign of the Old Covenant, baptism is the sacrament that initiates us into the New Covenant in Christ.Through baptism, we take on a new identity and become members of the one, eternal family of God. All who are in a state of grace are brothers and sisters in Christ, with God as our Father and the Blessed Virgin Mary as our spiritual mother.Reflect today on your identity in Christ. In many cultures, it is customary to receive a new name at baptism, symbolizing this new identity. Ponder the identity given to you through baptism, the identity that defines who you truly are. Embrace this identity with all your heart.My Lord and God, in You and You alone do I find my true identity. Through my baptism, I have entered into Your family of grace and become a child of Your Father in Heaven. Please help me to fully embrace this Christian identity and dignity, always living as the child of God I am called to be. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Wolfgang Sauber, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Exodus 16 might seem like a weird place to get us ready tocelebrate Christmas, but there is a direct link between the manna that Israel was given in the wilderness and the gift of God sending His Son. Listen as Pastor Caleb helps us understand the true need andspiritual hunger of God's people under the Old Covenant, and how Christ along can satisfy so that we never hunger or thirst again.A sermon preached on 12-21-25 at Legacy Reformed BaptistChurch in East Grand Forks, MN.

Light in Darkness: Christmas Declares the End of Shadows in Christ.The whole world was lying in darkness—even Israel, with the Law and the Prophets, could not change it. The light they had only created shadows. They had the shadows, but we have the substance in Jesus Christ.  They were waiting, watching, longing for the Messiah.Then the angels declared what all the prophets had looked for: "The light has come!" (Luke 2:10-11).In Luke 24:44-45, Jesus opened the disciples' understanding, showing them that all of the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms were pointing to Him—and were fulfilled in Him.Don't be confused. Don't let anyone steal your celebration of Christ's birth.The birth of Jesus is the declaration of light shining in darkness (John 1:5). There is no longer any excuse for ignorance, because Jesus Christ has finished His work and sent the Holy Spirit to live inside every believer.The Spirit is here NOW to lead and guide us into all truth (John 16:13). If someone remains in ignorance, it's because they're rejecting the leadership of the Holy Spirit.Do not allow anyone to take you back into the dark shadows.The light of Jesus Christ is so brilliant that it casts no shadows—not of feast days, not of Sabbaths, not of Old Covenant requirements (Colossians 2:16-17). We have all of that fulfilled in Jesus Christ.The shadows were real, pointing to the Reality. Now that Reality has come.Here's what you need to understand: If Christmas were somehow non-Christian or pagan, the leftist progressives wouldn't be trying so hard to cancel it. Our Christian spiritual ancestors—who changed the world for Christ—celebrated the birth of Christ because they knew what they were doing. They understood the power of declaring light in the darkness.The Messiah is here.The work is finished.The authority is delegated.The time is now.This is not a time to retreat into confusion about celebrations or to apologize for proclaiming His birth. This is the time to stand in the blazing light of fulfilled prophecy and declare: Jesus Christ has come, and everything has changed.

Sunday, 21 December 2025   Then His disciples came and said to Him, “Do You know that the Pharisees were offended when they heard this saying?” Matthew 15:12   “Then His disciples, having come near, they said to Him, ‘You have known that the Pharisees, having heard the saying, they stumbled!'” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus noted that it isn't what goes into the mouth that defiles a man. Rather, what comes out of his mouth is what does. Having said that, it next says, “Then His disciples, having come near.”   Jesus spoke to the scribes and Pharisees, probably without the others grouped around them. Room was allowed for Jesus to engage in the conversation without interruption, but still close enough that the disciples could hear and learn.   Once the conversation with them was finished, Jesus called to the crowd, and with an implicit rebuke to these leaders, told the people His words about what defiles a man and what doesn't. After He said this, the disciples, probably seeing the leaders go off in a huff, came to Jesus to personally address Him. Once with Him, “they said to Him, ‘You have known.'”   This is not a question, as translations imply. The verb is a perfect participle without any form of negation to indicate a question is being proposed. The participle signifies a completed action with a state that continues into the present. More likely, it is an exclamation, “You have known!”   They were completely surprised that Jesus said what He said, knowing it would elicit a negative response. He was aware of what would happen, and He continued in that state, knowing they were miffed. That is explained in their next words, “that the Pharisees, having heard the saying, they stumbled!”   The word translated as stumbled is rightly paraphrased as “offended.” They took offense at Jesus' rebuke concerning transgressing God's commandment. They were offended at His continued rebuke of them for being hypocrites by placing tradition above that commandment. They were offended at His citation of Isaiah, which pointed directly at their hypocrisy, even suggesting that Isaiah was referring specifically to them.   And if they heard His words to the crowd, they would have been offended at what He said to them as well. He had taken their tradition and spoken against it to the general public, taunting them with His wisdom that was superior to their poor, self-centered customs.   Life application: Jesus came on a mission. It was to fulfill the Mosaic Covenant and introduce a New Covenant in its place. However, as long as the Old Covenant was in effect, He defended it while still implying that something better was to be found in Him.   There is nothing contradictory in this. The words of the covenant, along with their associated penalties for disobedience, were written down. Obedience was not optional. However, within the Mosaic code, which included the later writings, Jeremiah prophesied a day when God would cut a New Covenant with Israel.   Jeremiah never said, “This is great! Now we are no longer under this covenant, and we are free from the curses and the punishment.” Instead, he acknowledged Israel's transgressions and accepted that their punishment was just and deserved.   Jesus, likewise, conveyed this same truth to Israe l. They would remain bound to the Mosaic code until they came to Him. Knowing they wouldn't, He prophesied of all the disasters that would come upon them.   If those disasters came upon them, which were according to the Mosaic Covenant, then that means, by default, that they are still, even to this day, bound to that law. Unfortunately, because the Mosaic law is fulfilled by Jesus, it is no longer what God accepts in order to be right with Him.   They will build a temple. The rites and sacrifices associated with it will take place. And not one iota of what they do will be accepted by God. Rather, this will only continue to keep them from any possible right relationship with Him. Until they realize this, forsaking the law by coming to Christ, they will continue to suffer terrible times.   Jesus is the key to understanding all of Scripture and the entire history of the Jewish people. Pray for them as they continue to rebel against Him through their rejection of Jesus. It is right that we do so.   Lord God, we lift up the nation of Israel to You. Along with all the other lost souls in the world, they need Jesus. We pray that many will come to know Him before the rapture. After that day, hard choices will need to be made by them. Open their eyes to the glory of Jesus our Lord, O God. Amen.

We continue in our series by seeing where the Old Covenant eventually led to, how God left the temple, but also how he promised an even greater, more comprehensive return (Apologies for the poor video and audio due to technical difficulties)

In John 1:14-18, we read that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us as the fulfillment of Old Covenant promises, and displayed the glory of God in the fullness of grace and truth, making the unseen God known. I. The incarnate Word dwelt with His people. (v. 14a) II. The incarnate Word reveals God's glory (v. 14b) III. The incarnate Word is confirmed by God's prophet (v. 15) IV. The incarnate Word brings grace and truth (v. 14c, 16-17) V. The incarnate Word makes God known (v. 18)

New Covenant and Old Covenant

As we conclude this week's reflections on John the Baptist, we consider Jesus' powerful declaration that while John was the greatest of those born under the Old Covenant, even the least in the New Covenant holds a unique position of greatness. We recognize that this transition represents a move from an external law to an internal presence—the mystery of "Christ in us, the hope of glory." We understand that through the Holy Spirit, the real presence of Christ is not a distant hope but a current reality that dwells within each of us. Consequently, we are encouraged to view every aspect of our lives, from the mundane to the monumental, as sacred, knowing that Christ is really and fully present in every breath we take.Shameless plug: here's a link to Method(ist) to the Madness, our new, hopefully entertaining podcast about church history. - https://methodisttothemadness.buzzsprout.com/Join us for our daily reflections with Andy. In 10 short minutes, he'll dig a little deeper into Scripture and help you better understand God's Word.You can read today's passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2011%3A%207-11&version=NRSVUEClick here if you'd like to join our GroupMe and receive this each morning at 7:00 a.m. CST. - https://groupme.com/join_group/107837407/vtYqtb6CYou can watch this in video form here - https://revandy.org/blog/

One of the most common questions people ask is about the Old Testament law. What is it for and do we still have to obey it today? Well in today's study of Hebrews 8 we'll look at the various covenants of God and understand that the Old Testament is the Old Covenant, and it has been made obsolete by the New Covenant. Join us for another vital study in God's Word! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. In 2025, we were awarded #10 on the list of the "Best 100 Bible Podcasts" list from www.millionpodcasts.com. We are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.   

Patrick sparks a lively conversation, switching from bagpipes overcoming a call to prayer to the shock of Rob Reiner’s tragic death and reflections on cultural legacy. Listener questions on baptism’s connection to circumcision and biblical translation history stir rapid back-and-forth, while urgent talk on fertility, terrorism, and faith fills the hour. Humor and honesty cut through every topic, unexpected and bold. Audio: Bagpipes during Muslim call to prayer (00:21) https://x.com/joeymannarino/status/1999952721898869236?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Rob Reiner and Wife Found Stabbed to Death in Brentwood Home (05:08) Andy - Does this Colossians chapter 2:11-12 suggest that the Old Covenant of Circumcision is fulfilled by Baptism? (10:28) Steve – Is it true that the Church's translation of the Bible had errors in it for 1900 years? (21:48) Bob - I want to say that I have worked with Muslims before. They said that they will overpopulate us. (28:03) Lou - About the SSPV breaking off from SSPX. They are not sedevacantists? They have a hands-off approach. I am part of SSPV. (31:13) Tom (email) – Thank you very much for speaking pure truth on this issue which is so ignored and excused (34:12) Casey - Should we dismiss everything in the Gnostic Gospels? (43:46)

Thomas teaches on the Annunciation in Luke 1 where the Old Covenant gives birth through to the Marriage Covenant to the New Covenant!  Bible teaching by Thomas Abbott on the 14th December 2025.

In this message, Pastor Dale ministers on how our covenant with God provides us with confident assurance regarding our position in Christ. There is nothing more certain or sure than covenant, especially one established on the sinless, perfect Blood of Jesus. With covenant comes certain obligations and responsibilities. Just as God made His unwavering loyalty and obligatory covenant action (His "hesed") available to Israel through the Old Covenant, He has now obligated Himself to born-again believers in the same manner through the New Covenant. Because of God's steadfast love and faithfulness, we can be confident of victory in everything He has promised us in His Word.

The mystery that has been hid from ages and generations is made manifest in the saints of God.  The mystery who is Christ is now made known in you as the glory of God.  Christ was hid in the Old Covenant, in all the prophesies and words spoken. He was hid in the tabernacle and temple, but now to church he is made known, not only to them but in them.  Glory to God.

As we continue in our series on the Old Covenant and New Covenant, this episode highlights how some bizarre, dysfunctional, and very cruel events and the stunning mercy that follows will fulfill God's sovereign promise to Abraham that the people of Israel will move from Canaan to the foreign land of Egypt. Scripture referenced: Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 15:1-21, Genesis 17:1-19, Genesis 27:1-36, Genesis 39:1-23, Genesis 40:1-23, Genesis 41:1-57, Genesis 42:1-45:28, 46:26-27, Genesis 47:1-31, Genesis 50:1-26, Isaiah 61:10, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Matthew 28:18, John 3:35, John 17:2, Philippians 2:5-11, Colossians 1:15-20, 1 Peter 2:4-10

Most Christians believe that the Law has absolutely no bearing on us at all, that's it's an Old Covenant system that's no longer in operation for those who belong to the New Covenant. We're going to look at a New Covenant event that challenged the first church in Jerusalem to see what conclusions they came to on this issue.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A verse-by-verse Bible study class. This study covers Hebrews 9:11-15. These studies focus on what the Bible says, and what it means. If you want to follow along, a written transcription of the study can be found here: https://www.mediafire.com/file_premium/08w2vdklpmsfwbd/Hebrews_09_11-15.pdf/fileThe visual slides of this study can be found here: https://www.mediafire.com/file_premium/nrfhj6wojw3bw6e/Hebrews_09_11-15_SLIDES.pdf/file Topics: Christ's ministry as high priest, contrasted with the ministry of the Old Covenant priests -- Christ's entrance into the "true tabernacle" -- The superiority of Christ's sacrifice -- The significance of "blood" in the Bible -- Atonement only through the shedding of blood -- Christ's substitutionary sacrifice -- The ability of Christ's blood to "cleanse our consciences" -- The eternal efficacy of Christ's sacrifice -- The external nature of the Old Testament law -- The internal purity required by the Law of Christ -- A New Covenant necessitated by Christ's superior ministry. For more Bible studies, visit ScriptureStudies.com

This episode of Fed by the Fruit with KB takes you on a rich, Scripture-soaked journey through the life of Moses—from his miraculous rescue as a baby in Egypt to his leadership over millions of Israelites in the wilderness. KB walks through the major moments of Moses' story: his upbringing in Pharaoh's palace, his impulsive actions and flight to Midian, the burning bush encounter, the plagues, the Red Sea crossing, the giving of the Ten Commandments, and the establishment of the Old Covenant with God's people. You'll also learn how the tabernacle, sacrificial system, and the Day of Atonement all pointed forward to Jesus and the New Covenant.But this isn't just Bible history; it's deeply practical for your everyday walk with God. KB unpacks what Moses teaches us about waiting on God's timing instead of forcing our own, being faithful in the “valley” and the mundane, allowing God to shape our character in hidden seasons, and stepping out in courage when He calls—even after failure. You'll be reminded that God's ways and timing are better than ours, that His presence is what sets us apart, and that He is still writing redemption stories through imperfect people. If you're in a waiting season, wrestling with calling, or needing fresh encouragement to trust God, this Moses episode is for you.This episode serves as both an informative guide to embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, encouraging listeners to embark on their journeys with renewed vigor and compassion.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. He is greater than angels, prophets, Moses, and even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Brad Bell

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. He is greater than angels, prophets, Moses, and even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Brad Bell

Paul is making the argument that the things in the Old Covenant were only shadows of things in the New. The Jews were not those who were circumcised in the flesh because it never produced obedience to the law. The true circumcision was of the heart which did produce different behavior. Judah means praise and the man Judah who caused Leah to praise God was only a shadow of those who had faith. Those who have faith receive praise not from men, but from God because of the good works produced by their circumcised hearts.

What if the people we disagree with aren't targets for our accusation, but people we're called to intercede for? In the middle of election season, I've noticed something. A lot of Christians are connecting God's mercy, His favor, His blessing to political outcomes. When “their” candidate wins, it's evidence of God's blessing. When they lose? Judgment. But that's Old Covenant thinking. We're under a New Covenant.Everything is based on Jesus's finished work, not on who's in office. God's character doesn't fluctuate with election results. In this episode, I'm sharing what landed in my spirit recently: the difference between accusation and intercession, how fear drives both sides of the political spectrum, and what it looks like to engage from your identity in Christ rather than from panic. This is not a call to political passivity. This is a call to political engagement on a whole new level.Key scriptures in this episode:

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. He is greater than angels, prophets, Moses, and even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Brad Bell

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. He is greater than angels, prophets, Moses, and even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Brad Bell

Most of us know the feeling of looking at our lives and thinking, “I don't deserve a passing grade.” We carry mistakes, regrets, and a sense that we will never measure up to what God expects. Or on the flip side, we convince ourselves that our effort and good behavior are more than enough. This message explores why our efforts can never fix what is broken, and the incredible hope that Jesus offers a grade we could never earn, a grace that changes everything!Chapters:00:00 The Grade I Didn't Earn01:32 Understanding Sin & Salvation03:40 Old Covenant vs. New Covenant18:30 The Ultimate Sacrifice19:41 Understanding Grace & Faith24:58 Justification & Sanctification Explained28:58 Practical Steps for a Faithful Life33:47 Invitation to SurrenderTAKE A NEXT STEP:INTRODUCE YOURSELF

The sermon traces the progressive restoration of God's kingdom through history, focusing on the Old Covenant's attempt to establish a 'one chosen nation' model centered on Israel as a kingdom of priests, a holy nation, and a treasured possession—symbolizing God's authority in family, true religion, and civil government. Though these institutions were designed as 'kingdom placeholders' to reflect divine order, the narrative reveals their profound failures: Abraham's deception, Moses' neglect of covenant obedience, and David's familial breakdown; the golden calf incident and Solomon's idolatry; and the people's rejection of God as king in favor of flawed human rulers. Rather than concealing these failures, Scripture highlights them to expose humanity's deep deviation from God's standards, to underscore the need for a superior, divine solution, and to prepare the world for the coming Messianic King—Jesus Christ, the ultimate fulfillment of God's one-man plan and the true embodiment of His kingdom authority.

Who is Israel? What is the origin of Israel? How does Israel continue the fulfillment of God's covenant promises to Abraham? What is Israel's role and significance to the Old Covenant and the New Covenant? What impact does Israel have upon the gospel of God in the world today? This episode answers these questions in order to encourage the listener in the sovereign and gracious plan of God? Scripture referenced: Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 16:1-16, Genesis 17:1-21, Genesis 25:19-26, Genesis 26:1-4, Genesis 28:10-15, Genesis 32:22-30, Genesis 35:9-12, Isaiah 46:9-11, Malachi 1:2-3, John 1:51, Romans 3:22-24, Romans 4:1-25, Romans 9:6-18, Galatians 3:1-29, Galatians 6:16, Ephesians 1:11, Ephesians 3:20

The disciples admired the beauty of the Temple, but Jesus saw something entirely different—a system God had already left behind. In Mark 13:1, we learn that the Old Covenant structures were temporary shadows pointing to something far greater: Christ Himself as the true Temple, and His people as the dwelling place of God's Spirit. This week, Pastor Korey walks us through the stunning reality that God is no longer found in man-made buildings but in the living Temple of His Church, where His glory now rests and His Kingdom advances.

Pastor John Randall is knee deep in his study of Hebrews, and we're taking our time here in the early part of chapter nine, so we consider how the Tabernacle is a picture of Christ. Even the furniture contained in it, points to Jesus. It speaks volumes about how we're not to go back to the Old Covenant like the Hebrews were doing. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29?v=20251111

As we dive back into our study of Hebrews, pastor John Randall will have us consider some aspects of the New Covenant and show us why it's so much superior to the Old Covenant. Those that try to live under the Old Covenant rules discover it can't be done. It can't fix our problem, because we're sinful people. And the Old Covenant simply couldn't remove sin! So where does that leave us? Christ changed everything and solved the problem! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29?v=20251111

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. He is greater than angels, prophets, Moses, and even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Josh Hawley

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. He is greater than angels, prophets, Moses, and even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Josh Hawley

We are never to approach the Lord's Table lightly, casually, or inappropriately. The Lord's Table is to be approached reverently and discreetly. The Communion table represents a holy and sacred time in the Lord's presence. The Lord's Supper replaced the Passover Meal. Jesus was modeling a paradigm shift from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant. From the Old Testament to the New Testament. From the Temple to the Church. From Priests to Preachers. In the Old Testament the sheep died for the shepherd. In the New Testament the Shepherd dies for the sheep. The communion table reminds us to look back at the cross and look forward to the future glory in heaven. 

When the holy and most pure child Mary (Mariam or Miriam in Hebrew) reached the age of three, her parents, the righteous Joachim and Anna, fulfilled the vow they had made to dedicate her to God. Going in procession with a company of maidens carrying torches, they presented their child at the Temple in Jerusalem, where Zecharias the High Priest took her under his care, blessing her with these words: "The Lord has glorified thy name in every generation; it is in thee that He will reveal the Redemption that he has prepared for his people in the last days." He then brought the child into the Holy of Holies — something completely unheard-of, for under the Law only the High Priest was allowed to enter the Holy Place, and he only once a year on the Day of Atonement.   (In the icon of the feast, the maidens who accompany the Theotokos are shown bare-headed, as was customary for unmarried girls; but the Theotokos herself, though only three years old, wears the head-covering of a married woman to show her consecration to God.)   The holy Virgin lived in the Temple for the next nine years, devoting herself entirely to prayer. In this time she attained the utter purity of heart befitting the destined Bearer of the Most High; she became in her own person the fulfilment and condensation of all of Israel's faithfulness. Saint Gregory Palamas says that, when the Theotokos entered the Holy of Holies, the time of preparation and testing of the Old Covenant came to an end for Israel, which was now ready, in the blessed Virgin, to bring forth the Savior.   When Mary approached marriageable age, she was entrusted to the chaste widower Joseph to guard her. (The Prologue says that a life of intentional virginity was unknown among the Hebrews, so the righteous Joseph undertook the forms of marriage so as not to cause scandal among the people.)   "Wherefore the Church rejoices and exhorts all the friends of God for their part to enter into the temple of their heart, there to make ready for the coming of the Lord by silence and prayer, withdrawing from the pleasures and cares of this world." (Synaxarion)

When the holy and most pure child Mary (Mariam or Miriam in Hebrew) reached the age of three, her parents, the righteous Joachim and Anna, fulfilled the vow they had made to dedicate her to God. Going in procession with a company of maidens carrying torches, they presented their child at the Temple in Jerusalem, where Zecharias the High Priest took her under his care, blessing her with these words: "The Lord has glorified thy name in every generation; it is in thee that He will reveal the Redemption that he has prepared for his people in the last days." He then brought the child into the Holy of Holies — something completely unheard-of, for under the Law only the High Priest was allowed to enter the Holy Place, and he only once a year on the Day of Atonement.   (In the icon of the feast, the maidens who accompany the Theotokos are shown bare-headed, as was customary for unmarried girls; but the Theotokos herself, though only three years old, wears the head-covering of a married woman to show her consecration to God.)   The holy Virgin lived in the Temple for the next nine years, devoting herself entirely to prayer. In this time she attained the utter purity of heart befitting the destined Bearer of the Most High; she became in her own person the fulfilment and condensation of all of Israel's faithfulness. Saint Gregory Palamas says that, when the Theotokos entered the Holy of Holies, the time of preparation and testing of the Old Covenant came to an end for Israel, which was now ready, in the blessed Virgin, to bring forth the Savior.   When Mary approached marriageable age, she was entrusted to the chaste widower Joseph to guard her. (The Prologue says that a life of intentional virginity was unknown among the Hebrews, so the righteous Joseph undertook the forms of marriage so as not to cause scandal among the people.)   "Wherefore the Church rejoices and exhorts all the friends of God for their part to enter into the temple of their heart, there to make ready for the coming of the Lord by silence and prayer, withdrawing from the pleasures and cares of this world." (Synaxarion)

Friends of the Rosary,Today, November 21, the Church of Christ celebrates the Memorial of the Presentation of Mary.On September 8, we celebrated the Birthday of Our Lady, and on September 12, the Holy Name.With the Presentation of Mary in the Temple, we complete this Marian cycle, which is parallel with the first three feasts of our Lord in the liturgical calendar: the birth of Christ or Christmas (December 25), the Holy Name of Jesus (January 3), and His Presentation in the Temple (February 2).The historical background of the Presentation of Mary is found in the Protoevangel of St. James (ch. 4:1ff).After an angel had revealed her pregnancy, Anna vowed her future child, Mary, to the Lord. At the age of three, Mary was transferred to the temple, and here, she received her nourishment from the hand of an angel.On this feast day, we meditate on the mystery of Mary's temporary dwelling in the sanctuary of the Old Covenant as a preparation for the approaching season of Advent.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• November 21, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Trying, versus dying. The answer to our recidivism problem - Christians like to call it "besetting sin" - is not to try harder to be good! That didn't work for anyone under the Old Covenant, and it still doesn't work. Yes, God's Law is good, but we won't become good by keeping the Law. The solution is much more radical than that. Today we'll look at some of the most mind-blowing, most glorious words ever written, in Romans 7 and 8. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS11202025_0.mp3Scripture References: Romans 7-8

Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com Experiencing the Spirit of Grace Over the last fifty years, there has been a remarkable resurgence in preaching and teaching about God's grace. Sadly, like so many biblical doctrines, grace has often become something people talk about—but seldom experience. I've witnessed some of the most irrational arguments over subtle doctrinal points about grace. Ironically, the behavior of those arguing usually reveals that, while they may have the right information about grace, they are not living in the power of grace! Rarely do we hear people talk about how grace is actively transforming their lives—making them more stable in their walk with God, bolder in sharing their faith, more loving, kind, and patient. What's even more troubling is that, for many, the message of grace has not softened their hearts—it has hardened them. Instead of becoming more compassionate and understanding, they've become more critical and less patient with those who do not embrace their doctrinal position. We are all given the gift of God's grace when we are born again, but that doesn't mean we've truly received it—that is, taken hold of it by faith. Until we do, grace remains only a doctrine we can discuss, not a power that changes our lives! Grace is one of the great distinctions between the Old and New Covenants. The Old Covenant describes righteousness, love, ethics, and morality—but it didn't give us the power to live them. But the grace of God makes us able! It is the power, strength, capacity, and ability that works from our hearts! The Holy Spirit is called the Spirit of Grace, revealing that grace is more than an impersonal power. It is a manifestation of the person and power of the Holy Spirit! The Holy Spirit is not only our Counselor and Teacher—He is our strength. He manifests Himself within us, empowering us to live, function, and walk fully in the life of God. Join me this week as we move beyond mere discussion—into the living, transforming power of God's grace! The Kingdom of God is not in word, but in power (1 Cor 4:20). If we only talk about grace but are not experiencing the power of grace, it is mere doctrine, not life!!

What are you bound by? we know the past can effect our future. How much does the old law affect our life today? Jesus made it clear, we are no longer bound by the things of old, but are given a brand new covenant.

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. While the Old Covenant offered limited forms of worship addressing external purity but unable to cleanse the human heart, Jesus provides a far better way, granting complete and direct access to God. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Kevin Manning

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems. While the Old Covenant offered limited forms of worship addressing external purity but unable to cleanse the human heart, Jesus provides a far better way, granting complete and direct access to God. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Kevin Manning

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!A flooded basement, a dead furnace, and three kids shivering through a New York winter. We start with a human story and a fundraiser that turned into a lesson in Christian charity—how a community can change a family's life overnight. Then we pivot into one of the most charged theological conversations of the moment: Scott Hahn's interview with Gavin Ashenden and the fault lines it exposed.We unpack why Hahn refused to let the conversation stall at labels, and instead zeroed in on a deeper danger: bicovenantalism. Is it anti-Semitic to critique Zionism? Hahn says no—and shows why conflating political critique with hatred is lazy and misleading. Walking through Romans 9–11, he offers a vivid image: remaining within the Old Covenant without Christ is like living in a mansion on fire. That line reframes everything. We explore how Catholic liturgy—altar, priest, sacrifice—fulfills biblical worship, while post-70 AD rabbinic Judaism marks a real discontinuity from temple-centered Israel. Along the way, Augustine and Aquinas remind us why the preservation of the Jewish people is providential and prophetic, pointing toward a future conversion near the eschaton.The conversation broadens with clips of Benjamin Netanyahu invoking “Jews against Rome” and calling the United States the “new Rome.” We connect that to the Church Fathers on the “restrainer,” the unraveling of Christendom, and how propaganda pressures Catholics to fall silent. The challenge is clear: resist panic labels, reject hatred, speak truth, and stay rooted in doctrine. We close with a heartfelt letter from a 27-year-old father discerning Catholicism while priced out of housing and ignored by leadership. It's a sobering snapshot of the moment—and a call for the Church to engage young men with honesty and hope.If this resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more conversations that don't dodge the hard questions, and leave a review with your takeaways. Your voice helps others find these talks.Support the showTake advantage of great Catholic red wines by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "BASED" for 10% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

The central theme of the Book of Hebrews is the supremacy of Jesus Christ over all Old Testament figures and systems, even the Old Covenant itself. Jesus offers a superior rest, assurance, faith, and life. Ultimately, He is revealed as the founder and perfecter of our faith, the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament pointed toward. Speaker: Brad Bell

Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!Good morning! Thank you for taking a few minutes to listen. If you are interested in the Daily Bible Devotional, you can find it at the links below:Amazon - (paperback, hardcover, and Kindle)YouTube Video Introducing the ContentFeel free to reach out with any questions: emersonk78@me.comHebrews 9Under the old covenant, worship took place in a sacred tent divided into two sections: a holy place and a most holy place. Only the high priest could enter the inner room, and that was only once a year, bringing animal blood for the sins of the people and himself. These rituals symbolized that full access to God was not yet open. But Christ changed everything. He entered a greater, heavenly sanctuary and offered His own blood, not the blood of animals. His sacrifice brings eternal redemption and cleanses the believer's conscience. A covenant requires death, and His death established a new and better covenant. After ascending into the holy place of heaven, He will come again, having already dealt with sin, bringing final salvation to those eagerly waiting for Him. We see the beauty and seriousness of God's design through the Old Covenant. It taught us the weight of sin and the need for sacrifice. But now, through Jesus, we have something even greater. He entered a more perfect place, not made by human hands, and offered His own blood to secure eternal redemption. His sacrifice not only cleanses the outside; it reaches our hearts and clears our conscience. We are invited to serve God with full assurance, not because of our efforts but because of His mercy. Let us honor both the foundation that was laid and the fulfillment we now have. Let us live with gratitude, cleansed by Jesus' blood and anticipating the triumphant return of Jesus. Benevolent Father, thank You for sending Jesus as our perfect sacrifice and eternal high priest. He did not offer the blood of animals but gave His own life to secure our redemption. Through Him, we now have access to Your presence and the promise of eternal life. Cleanse our hearts and renew our minds so that we may serve You with sincerity and devotion. Help us to live in gratitude for the mercy we have received. May we never take lightly the cost of our salvation. Please accept our faith as we wait with hope for the return of our Savior. Thought Questions: How is Christ's high priesthood and sacrifice greater than the regulations of divine worship and the earthly sanctuary in the Old Law? What did the blood of Jesus Christ accomplish? How should it represent not only forgiveness but also a new and binding covenant? What is guaranteed to happen after your death? What do you believe about Jesus that gives you great hope in the coming judgment?