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Why settle for religion when Jesus brought something better? Discussion Questions for Hebrews 7-8: Why does it matter that Jesus became High Priest by God's oath, not merely by religious appointment or ancestry? What confidence do we gain from the fact that Jesus' priesthood is permanent and will never be replaced? Hebrews says Jesus "always lives to intercede" for us. What does that mean? And what does it not mean? How does Jesus being "holy, innocent, undefiled, separated from sinners" make Him exactly the High Priest we need? Why is it significant that Jesus is "seated" at the right hand of God, instead of standing daily like the old priests? What is the difference between a priest serving in an earthly copy and Jesus serving in the true heavenly sanctuary? Hebrews 8:6 says Jesus has obtained a "more excellent ministry." What makes His ministry more excellent than the old covenant system? How do "better covenant" and "better promises" help us understand what we have in Christ that Israel never had under the Law?

Is Moses Fired If Jesus Is Hired? Discussion Questions for Hebrews 7: Is Hebrews 7:8–10 really about tithing, or is the writer making a deeper point? React to this statement: A change of priesthood means a change of law. How does Jesus' tribe, lineage, or "passport" factor into the Law-versus-grace argument? How do phrases like "setting aside," "weakness," and "uselessness" clarify our relationship to the Law as believers? React to this statement: Jesus is my guarantee of a better covenant. React to this statement: You'll be saved as long as Jesus lives. Why is it so important to understand the "daily" sacrifices versus Jesus' "once-for-all" sacrifice in verse 27?

Is God's promise to Himself anchoring your salvation? Hebrews 6 is about anchoring your confidence in God's promise, not your consistency. Andrew Farley reveals why you're not inching closer to God through quiet times, church attendance, or spiritual effort. In Christ, you are already near, already secure, already anchored. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 6-7: Hebrews 6:11 speaks of "the full assurance of hope." Why is assurance so important in the Christian life? How does confidence in Christ produce diligence, while fear and uncertainty often produce burnout? God swore by Himself because "He could swear by no one greater" (6:13). What does it mean that our hope is anchored in God's promise to Himself, not our promise to God? How does that expose the exhausting lie that "it all depends on me"? Hebrews 6:18 says it is "impossible for God to lie." When you doubt your security, forgiveness, or closeness to God, what are you really being tempted to question about Him? How does God's character become the foundation of your confidence? Verse 19 calls this hope "an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast." What are some false anchors people trust in: performance, feelings, church attendance, spiritual disciplines, personal promises? How is Jesus a better anchor than all of them? Hebrews 6:19–20 says our hope enters "within the veil," where Jesus has gone as our forerunner. What does it mean that Jesus did not merely point toward God's presence but actually brought us in? How does this confront the idea that believers are still distant from God? Melchizedek is called "king of righteousness" and "king of peace" (7:2). How does knowing you've been made right with God produce real peace instead of religious striving? Abraham gave a gift to Melchizedek before the Levitical priesthood even existed (7:6). What does this show about a priesthood greater than the Levitical system? How does Jesus, our forever High Priest, free us from living under an old religious system and invite us into something better?

What If Hebrews' Most Terrifying Passages Are Not About You? Hebrews 6 has terrified Christians for centuries. But what if this warning passage was never written to threaten Christians at all? In this eye-opening message, Andrew Farley reveals the true audience and context behind Hebrews 6. These warnings weren't aimed at believers secure in Christ, but at first-century Hebrews standing at a crossroads between dead religion and Jesus Himself. If you've ever struggled with fear, doubt, or insecurity about your standing with God, this message will anchor you again in the finished work of Christ and the freedom of eternal security. Discussion Questions Hebrews 5-6: Hebrews 5:11 says the audience had become "dull of hearing." What are some ways religious people today can hear a lot of Bible teaching but still become spiritually sluggish toward the message of Jesus? Hebrews 5:12 says they should have been teachers by now but still needed the basics. What "basics" of the gospel do believers often drift away from and need to relearn? Hebrews 5:14 says the mature are trained to discern good and evil. How does maturity help us recognize the difference between Jesus Himself and religious-sounding substitutes? Hebrews 6:1 says to "press on to maturity" instead of laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works. What are "dead works," and why is returning to them such a serious distraction from Jesus? Hebrews 6:4–5 describes people who were enlightened and tasted heavenly things. What is the difference between being exposed to the Gospel and actually trusting Jesus? Hebrews 6:6 warns about falling away after tasting the truth. Why is rejecting Jesus so serious if He is the only sacrifice, priest, and source of life God has provided? Hebrews 6:7–8 compares fruitful land with thorn-producing land. How does this analogy clarify the difference between receiving the Gospel and merely being around spiritual activity? Hebrews 6:9 says, "We are convinced of better things concerning you, and things that accompany salvation." How does this verse help reassure believers that the warning passage is not about Jesus losing His people, but about the difference between mere exposure and real salvation?

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Hungry for More than Milk? This message reveals a stunning truth: Jesus gets you. He understands. Not from a distance. Not from a throne room. From experience. He stepped into your struggle. He knows your pain. With Him, there is no scorekeeping, no distance, no performance review. Just a High Priest with scars who meets you in your worst moments with mercy, grace, and an unshakable salvation. He is not like the old. He is better in every way. And He is yours. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 5: Why is it important that Jesus truly became human to represent us? How does Jesus' compassion differ from human, weakness-based compassion? What are the benefits of Jesus being both the Son of God and our High Priest? Verse 7 says Jesus prayed with loud crying and tears. What does this reveal about Jesus? React to this statement: Like Jesus, we learn obedience, even while we're righteous. Read verse 9. How should we understand "obey Him" in the context of Hebrews 1-5? In your own words, explain the role and importance of Melchizedek. What's the difference between spiritual "milk" and "the word of righteousness"?

Are you relaxing with God? Hebrews 4 reveals the one thing religion usually hides: Rest isn't a reward for the elite; it's the current location of the believer. Not someday. Right now. There is no second experience to chase and no level you need to reach. You are not behind. You are not missing something. You are in. This is the gospel of rest and it will change the way you. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 4: What does it mean to "enter God's rest"? Is it salvation or something more? Explain your answer. Why do the seven days of creation in Genesis appear in this chapter?What parallel can be drawn? What keeps people from entering God's rest? How is this different from a behavior-centered gospel? How does verse 7 reveal the truth about the freedom we have to accept or reject the gospel message? How can someone "be diligent" to enter God's rest? What kind of high priest is Jesus? What makes Him this way? To what degree can we enjoy God? What can we always expect from Him?

Have you entered the promised land of Jesus? If so, then relax! Hebrews 3 calls us to one simple, life-altering focus: Consider Jesus. In a world full of religious noise, tradition, and performance, it's easy to get distracted and miss the gospel entirely. This message cuts through the confusion, showing the clear contrast between law and grace, servant and Son, striving and rest. It reveals that the real issue is not behavior but belief. For the believer, this is not a warning to fear, but an invitation to rest confidently in Christ. You are not in the wilderness. You're in the promised land. Now live like it. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 3: Why is Jesus compared to Moses in this chapter? To make what point? How does Moses as a "servant" (v.5) and Jesus as a "Son" (v.6) bring even further clarity to the contrast? How might this get you thinking about your own role with God? What does the example of their forefathers in the wilderness for forty years illustrate for the original readers of this epistle? How does the picture of leaving Egypt, being in the desert, and entering the Promised Land clarify the real meaning of "hold fast" and "until the end"? The synonyms "sinned" (v.17) and "disobedient" (v.18) and "unbelief" (v.19) help answer the following question: Is Hebrews warning Christians they will lose their salvation if they commit too many sins? Explain. In light of the truths in these first three chapters, what does it mean to "consider Jesus" (v.1)? What is the biggest thing you have gleaned from this chapter? How might it impact the way you relate to God?

You're a gift from the Father to Jesus… This isn't a gentle introduction to Christianity—it's a full-on courtroom case for why Jesus is better than religion. In this opening message from Hebrews, Andrew dismantles the idea that faith is about balancing law and grace or managing your performance before God. And through His finished work, your sins aren't being managed… they're gone. It's time to quit flirting with religion and rest because of the finished work of Jesus Christ. Discussion Questions from Hebrews 2: Read verses 1-3. How do the words "heard" and "disobedience" and "penalty" and "neglect" show who the writer is concerned about? Who are they? How does this help us properly interpret the warnings in the book of Hebrews? Read verses 5-7. Why are angels mentioned here? Who are they compared with? For what reason? Read verse 8. React to this statement: All things have been subjected to Christ, but we don't see it yet. Read verses 9-10. Why did Jesus need to suffer? Why did He need to die? Read verses 11-13 and react to this statement: Jesus calls you brother/sister and sees you as a gift to Him from the Father. Read verses 14-15. Do you fear death? Why or why not? How does the gospel speak into our fear of death? Read verses 17-18. What do these verses mean for your relationship with Jesus?

Hebrews Warns Unbelievers (NOT Believers) About Neglecting Salvation! Discussion Questions: eb, App, RSS If Jesus is the "exact representation" of God's nature, what does that do to our view of God? How does it impact your view of Jesus to know He is Creator and "upholds all things by the word of His power"? Why is "He sat down" such a loaded phrase after saying He "made purification of sins"? Why does the writer make such a big deal about Jesus being better than the angels? React to this statement: The universe will wear out but Jesus remains the same. React to this statement: Worship, sonship, throne, kingdom, the right hand—these belong only to Jesus! How do "pay much closer attention" and "neglect so great a salvation" give proper context to the warnings that appear later in Hebrews 6 and 10?

In this episode, I talk with Catherine Tan, Philosophy Lecturer at Yale-NUS College in Singapore, about Indian materialism, skepticism, and overlaps with Chinese Philosophy. April 11, 2026: This is a revised version of the original podcast. The episode now includes spoken credit for Kevin MacLeod's music, “Brittle Rille,” which I use for the show.Further Resources Christine Tan's website: https://tanchristineabigail.com/ Cārvāka: https://iep.utm.edu/indmat Podcast Episodes on Jayanta Bhatta's play: Part 1: https://anchor.fm/malcolm-keating/episodes/Episode-9-Much-Ado-about-Religion--Part-1-eovu0c Part 2: https://anchor.fm/malcolm-keating/episodes/Much-Ado-about-Religion-Part-2-epn4fc Music Credits: “Brittle Rille,” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode, we discuss Terry Eagleton's defense of religion. We focus on his diagnoses of the Enlightenment, modernism, and post-modernism as different kinds of post-religious movements. Post-modernism is the only “truly atheist” one, which is one reason it got along with capitalism so well. We also talk a lot about social and spiritual meaning and their importance to Left wing political projects.This is just a short teaser of the full episode. To hear the rest, please subscribe to us on Patreon:patreon.com/leftofphilosophyReferences:Terry Eagleton, Culture and the Death of God (Yale University Press, 2014).Terry Eagleton, Reason, Faith, and Revolution: Reflections on the God Debate (Yale University Press, 2009). Christopher Hitchens, God is Not Great (Atlantic Books, 2007).Richard Dawkins, The God Delusion (Bantam Press, 2006).Music:“Vintage Memories” by Schematist | schematist.bandcamp.com“My Space” by Overu | https://get.slip.stream/KqmvAN

15-Mar-2026 Jeff Mazzariello

08-Mar-2026 Jeff Mazzariello

In this message from Acts 17, we explore one of the most important distinctions in the Christian faith: Christianity is not a religion — it is a relationship. When the Apostle Paul arrived in Athens, he encountered a city full of religion, philosophy, and idols. Yet despite all their spirituality, the people still did not truly know God. Paul used their altar “to the unknown god” to point them to the one true God revealed in Jesus Christ. Many people today identify with a religion, a tradition, or a church—but that does not necessarily mean they have a real relationship with Christ. In this sermon we explore: • The difference between religion and true faith • Why a little religion can actually prevent real Christianity • How Paul approached a culture full of spiritual confusion • The essential doctrines of the Christian faith • Why the resurrection of Jesus changes everything As Paul declares in Athens, God now commands all people everywhere to repent and turn to Him through Jesus Christ. If you’ve ever wondered whether Christianity is just another religion—or something more—this message will challenge you to consider the difference between religious identity and genuine salvation.

But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. James 2:18 Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. James 2:18 Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. James 2:18 Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. James 2:18 Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. James 2:18 Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Við hittumst kl. 11:00 á sunnudögum við Fagraþing 2a ... We meet at 11:00 on Sundays at Fagraþing 2a, about 7 miles (12 km) southeast of downtown Reykjavik. If you live in Iceland, or plan on visiting soon, make plans to worship with us in person!

Við hittumst kl. 11:00 á sunnudögum við Fagraþing 2a ... We meet at 11:00 on Sundays at Fagraþing 2a, about 7 miles (12 km) southeast of downtown Reykjavik. If you live in Iceland, or plan on visiting soon, make plans to worship with us in person!

In this episode, we introduce our new series on “Marxism and Religion.” At political, social, and spiritual levels, the series explores this complicated relationship for a transitioning age. We start with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who is a political and spiritual beacon for many of us and a democratic socialist by another name. Our discussion explores how MLK Jr. continues to shine light on the righteous path to liberation. leftofphilosophy.com | @leftofphil | @leftofphilosophy.bsky.socialReferences:Martin Luther King, Jr., “Pilgrimage to Non-Violence”: https://www.gandhiashramsevagram.org/gandhi-articles/pilgrimage-to-nonviolence.phpMartin Luther King, Jr., “Letter From a Birmingham Jail”: https://nul.org/news/letter-birmingham-jailMartin Luther King, Jr., “Loving Your Enemies”:https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/king-papers/documents/loving-your-enemies-sermon-delivered-dexter-avenue-baptist-churchMartin Luther King, Jr., “All Labor Has Dignity”:https://truthout.org/articles/martin-luther-king-jr-all-labor-has-dignity/Martin Luther King, Jr., “Where Do We Go From Here?”:https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/where-do-we-go-hereMusic:“Vintage Memories” by Schematist | schematist.bandcamp.com“My Space” by Overu | https://get.slip.stream/KqmvAN

Faith that Wars: Moses's Religion_ Part 2 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1388/29?v=20251111

Faith that Wars: Moses's Religion_ Part 1 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1388/29?v=20251111

According to The Concise Oxford English Dictionary, the most common use of the name “Jesus,” is as a vulgarity. Secondly, it is an exclamation expressing surprise, impatience, etc. The name of Jesus can also be used to refer to the founder of Christianity. Pastor Colin talks about God's answer to this.

The first commandment says, “You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.” If this was just about swearing, it might make us wonder why God would include it in the Ten Commandments. Pastor Colin talks about what it means and why it's so important.

There is a lot wrong with religion, causing many to fall away completely. We can't give up we have to fix it.

In this second session on “How Can There Be One True Religion?” Pastor Ron Kool focuses on how Christians should respond when someone they love says, “I don't believe what you believe anymore.” Instead of rushing into arguments, he urges us to pray first, pick a wise time and place, and be clear on our goals—whether that's inviting them to rethink, clarifying our beliefs, or simply learning how to live together in disagreement.He encourages Christians to admit hard truths: that believers have often been arrogant and intolerant, that we can't offer airtight proof for our faith, and that as humans we must humbly admit, “I could be wrong,” even while fully believing the gospel.Pastor Ron Kool distinguishes dialogue (listening and understanding) from debate (trying to persuade) and says we should usually start with patient listening, fair questions, and honest representation of the other person's view. When it's time to give reasons, he shows how many objections to exclusivism are inconsistent and how Christianity's message of grace, humility, and a Savior who died for his enemies actually pushes believers toward love, not arrogance, as we point others to Jesus.Support the show

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What is ANTIFA? Is it an idea like Joe Biden suggested many years ago? Or is it something more? Who funds ANTIFA? Mike Slater answers those questions alongside Seamus Bruner of the Government Accountability Institute. This is part one of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is ANTIFA? Is it an idea like Joe Biden suggested many years ago? Or is it something more? Who funds ANTIFA? Mike Slater answers those questions alongside Seamus Bruner of the Government Accountability Institute. This is part one of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is ANTIFA? Is it an idea like Joe Biden suggested many years ago? Or is it something more? Who funds ANTIFA? Mike Slater answers those questions alongside Seamus Bruner of the Government Accountability Institute. This is part one of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is ANTIFA? Is it an idea like Joe Biden suggested many years ago? Or is it something more? Who funds ANTIFA? Mike Slater answers those questions alongside Seamus Bruner of the Government Accountability Institute. This is part one of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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There are rival religions to Christianity that pose threats. One is obvious and another is not so obvious. Mike Slater dives in alongside Julio Rosas. This is part two of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are rival religions to Christianity that pose threats. One is obvious and another is not so obvious. Mike Slater dives in alongside Julio Rosas. This is part two of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are rival religions to Christianity that pose threats. One is obvious and another is not so obvious. Mike Slater dives in alongside Julio Rosas. This is part two of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are rival religions to Christianity that pose threats. One is obvious and another is not so obvious. Mike Slater dives in alongside Julio Rosas. This is part two of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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You can't get right with God by trying harder or doing better. There is only one way to be reconciled to God, and Dr. Ron Jones shares it with us next, on this Monday edition of Something Good. Some two thousand years ago, early in the Apostle Paul's ministry, a group of people known as the Judaizers had tainted the pure Gospel of Jesus Christ. Paul wrote the book of Galatians, at least in part, to refute those false claims. Ron takes us there today, as he continues his teaching series, “The Ultimate Road Trip Through The Bible: The Pauline Epistles.”  

"I do not nullify the grace of God. For if righteousness were through the Law, then Christ died for no purpose." With these words in Galatians five, twenty-one, the Apostle Paul made his position clear. Salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. But when some began to poison the pure Gospel of Jesus Christ, Paul responded swiftly by writing the book of Galatians. Ron takes us there next, as he moves ahead in his teaching series, “The Ultimate Road Trip Through The Bible: The Pauline Epistles.”  

Why Bring a Casserole to a Catered Feast? Discussion Questions: Why do you think the original invitees rejected the banquet? What does this tell us about how some people respond to God's grace? How does this parable challenge the idea that God's invitation is only for the “qualified”? What does it say about who is welcome? If grace is truly a “banquet” already prepared, why do people still try to bring something to the table? React to this statement: Drop your excuses and enjoy what God has freely given you! Which debtor do you most identify with right now—the one forgiven little or the one forgiven much? How does your awareness of God's forgiveness affect your love for Him and others? Why do you think the Pharisee was so cold toward Jesus, while the woman was so expressive and emotional? React to this statement: Those who are forgiven much, love much. What meant the most to you from this message? Why?

“Wait... We All Get the Same Reward?”   React to this statement: “Grace doesn't check the timecard.” What does this truth reveal about how God views your life story, your past mistakes, and your late starts? How does this parable challenge the idea that Christians will receive different levels of reward in heaven based on performance? In what ways does it affirm that Jesus is the reward—and that the reward begins right now? Have you ever felt like a “latecomer” in the faith, or that you've missed out on something by not doing more, sooner? How does God's equal generosity in this parable speak to those feelings? What does this story say to the person who has spent a lifetime in religious effort trying to “earn” more from God? How can this parable set them free? React to this statement: “Comparison kills joy. Grace revives it.” Where have you seen comparison steal joy in your life? How might embracing grace bring you peace? In what areas of your life do you catch yourself keeping score—with others or even with God? How might trusting God's grace allow you to let go of the scoreboard entirely? Jesus says, “The last shall be first, and the first last.” How does this grace-based reversal affect your view of spiritual status, legacy, and reward? What does it mean for how you see yourself and others?