Podcasts about scripture hebrews

Series: RootedWeek 10 Title: Do We Really Need the Church?Scripture: Hebrews 10:24–25, 1 Peter 2:9, Galatians 6:10, Matthew 12:46–50, Romans 12:9–16, Romans 12:1–2, Acts 2:41–42Big Idea:You can't follow Jesus apart from His body. The church isn't optional—it's essential.I. God's Design for the ChurchMany say, “I believe in God, but not the church.” Yet the God of Scripture deeply identifies with His church.When Saul persecuted believers, Jesus said, “Why are you persecuting Me?”—He equates Himself with His people.The “church” is not a building but a people — ekklesia, “the called-out ones.”Called out of sin and darkness.Called into community and light (1 Peter 2:9).Galatians 6:10 — We do good especially to the family of believers.The church is not a club; it's a family — a place of belonging, accountability, and encouragement.Jesus redefined family: “Whoever does the will of my Father… is my brother, sister, and mother.” (Matthew 12:50)II. The Practicality of the ChurchThe church is good for the world. Even skeptics admit its impact.Romans 12:9–16 — The church is where love becomes action:Sincere love, shared burdens, hospitality, humility, forgiveness.“We cannot become more loving, generous, or patient in isolation.”Faith grows and refines in community.The church isn't perfect—but it's God's chosen vessel to make His love visible.III. The Call to Live as a Living SacrificeRomans 12:1–2 — Offer your bodies as living sacrifices.Sōma (Greek) means your whole embodied life—your actions, relationships, energy, speech, habits.God doesn't just want church attendance—He wants all of you.The church is where we learn to live out this surrendered life together.IV. The Practice of the ChurchActs 2:41–42 — They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer.Baptism and communion are not rituals—they're family moments.Communion: the sacrifice of Jesus unites us.Baptism: publicly declares new life and belonging.The church is where we believe together, belong together, and become together.Baptism isn't the finish line—it's the starting line.Final Thought:The church is imperfect people worshiping a perfect God.You don't need to agree with everything to belong—but you do need to belong to grow.

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22 Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Encourage the next generation to believe the promises of God. Speaker: Connor Harris, Associate Pastor Date: November 9, 2025

[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this episode of OCIA: The Bridge to Rome, we unpack the communion of saints—the living, eternal family that unites the Church on earth with the triumphant saints in heaven. Drawing from the Apostles' Creed and Scripture (Hebrews 12:1, Revelation 5:8, Luke 16:19-31), we show how the “dead” are truly alive in Christ, aware and interceding for us. Former Protestants will find clear answers to the objection that saints can't hear us, with biblical evidence from the Transfiguration, the “cloud of witnesses,” and Christ's promise of everlasting life. We explore veneration vs. worship, canonization, and practical ways to invite saints into your prayer life. Join us to discover how this 2,000-year communion strengthens your OCIA journey and draws you closer to Rome. Donate with PayPal! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: consideringcatholicism@gmail.com

Scripture: Hebrews 11:21 Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Don't allow past failures to paralyze your faith. Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: November 2, 2025

For the Sake of His Name Midpoint Series (Part 5)Throughout Scripture, God's people have united in faith to accomplish what He's called them to do, trusting His direction and provision. Hebrews 11 reminds us to follow their example by running the race of faith with endurance, fixing our eyes on Jesus who is both our model and our strength.Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-12:2Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on November 2, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Forward to Freedom explores themes of faith and perseverance emphasizing the importance of shedding burdens and avoiding distractions to fulfill one's purpose. The only way is to let go of Egypt. The challenges of change, the discomfort of new blessings, and the necessity of looking forward with faith, even when the path is uncertain. Scripture: Hebrews 12v1–2, Romans 12v1-2, Exodus 14v5-12

Hospitality is not about impressing others but about welcoming them. Together, we'll explore how opening your home—even when things aren't perfect—can become a powerful expression of love and faith that mirrors God's own welcoming heart. Scripture: Hebrews 13:1–8 Reflection Question: Who might God be inviting you to welcome into your home this week, even in a small way?

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-6:20Speaker: Brandon EggarSeries: Hebrews

On a weekend highlighting the persecution of Christian Church, the sermon aligns with others speaking on the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

For the Sake of His Name Midpoint Series (Part 4)Faith produces courage—the strength to trust God and obey Him even when it's costly, countercultural, or dangerous. True faith gives us confidence to stand firm, endure hardship, and act boldly because we believe God's promises are greater than what we see.Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-31Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on October 26, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20 Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Faith entrusts the future to God even when the present is messy.  Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: October 26, 2025

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16-5:10Speaker: Brandon EggarSeries: Hebrews

GRACE IS GREATER SCRIPTURE HEBREWS 12:14   14. “MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO LIVE IN PEACE WITH EVERYONE AND TO BE HOLY; WITHOUT HOLINESS NO ONE WILL SEE THE LORD.” SCRIPTURE HEBREWS 12:15   15. SEE TO IT THAT NO ONE MISSES THE GRACE OF GOD AND THAT NO BITTER ROOT GROWS UP TO CAUSE TROUBLE […]

For the Sake of His Name Midpoint Series (Part 3)Many people start strong but don't finish well—but by God's grace, what matters most is how we end, trusting Him even when obedience feels costly or unclear. Hebrews 11 shows that lasting faith leaves a legacy, as those who endure in belief and obedience pass down a story of God's faithfulness to future generations.Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-22Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on October 19, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19 Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Do you have the faith to trust God with what is most precious to you?  Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: October 19, 2025

We must lay aside every weight, including sin, fear, distraction, and ego, to run our own race with intensity and endurance. This involves shedding unnecessary burdens, avoiding distractions, and focusing on pleasing the One who called us. Scripture: Hebrews 12v1–2

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13Speaker: Bradford GreenSeries: Hebrews

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 shaky ad read and some friendly ribbing give way to a rare, candid conversion story: a Reformed pastor worn thin by 2020, family burdens, and Sunday dread begins asking God for an exit ramp he can't yet name. An old friend—now Catholic—offers a simple challenge: read the Catechism to learn the Church from the Church. So he does, pencil in hand. Circles for “yes,” rectangles for “I need more,” triangles for “no way.” Then daily Mass. Then Latin Mass. What surprises him first is the familiarity—the lectionary, the reverence, the shape of worship echoing his Lutheran childhood. What changes him next is Scripture: Hebrews 12 reframes worship as a present communion with the saints; Isaiah 22 and Matthew 16 connect the key and the office in a typology he already loves to preach.Meanwhile, life doesn't pause. His wife grieves, becomes a guardian overnight, and shoulders state paperwork while he strains to shepherd a congregation on an empty tank. One prayer breaks through the fog: Mary, be a mother to my wife while she's losing hers. Grace answers. The exit ramp appears on a Florida trip when his wife says, Maybe this is it. He resigns gently, stays through year‑end, and answers one summer's worth of honest questions—including a sermon on Mary's perpetual virginity built from the Reformers themselves. In January, they slip out of town to worship quietly. Friends notice and ask. There's no recruiting, just real answers. The Holy Spirit moves: four couples and their children, plus two reverts, begin OCIA and enter the Church. Seventeen souls. More ripples follow—his oldest starts OCIA in another city.We also talk about the temptations after conversion: platform, hot takes, “professional Catholic” life. He chooses stillness over speed, daily Mass over instant punditry, Our Lady and the saints over arguments for their own sake. He's drafting a practical guide to help Catholics “speak Protestant,” especially on typology and authority, but only with spiritual direction and doctrinal checks. If you've ever wondered how Scripture, suffering, and friendship might converge to redirect a life—and a community—this story will meet you there.If this moved you, share it with someone discerning, subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a review with the one moment that surprised you most.Support the showTake advantage of Recusant Cellar's "Christ the King" sale by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "BASED" for 20% 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 story of Jacob and Esau is a great example of how anger works out in a family situation.  Esau and Jacob were twins, and Esau was the oldest. When their father is fooled into giving Jacob the birthright, Esau can't get ahold of his anger. We're told that Esau held a grudge against Jacob and consoled himself with thoughts of killing Jacob. And when Esau's father does pronounce a blessing on Esau, he predicts that Esau is going to be driven by anger all of his life. How can you make sure your anger does not imprison and control you? How can you make sure that you control it? This passage in Hebrews gives us some principles: 1) it tells you what anger is, and then, 2) it tells you three ways to handle it. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 2, 1995. Series: The Seven Deadly Sins. Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-17. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

In this episode, Ted Ryskoski, Lance Lawson, and Rachel Chester discuss the final chapters of Hebrews and the opening chapters of the book of Acts. How does the author of Hebrews call the new church to live in light of all they have been given in Christ? The beginning of Acts gives a glimpse of exactly the power and perseverance Hebrews has in mind.

For the Sake of His Name Midpoint Series (Part 2)Faith believes God's promises and reveals itself through ongoing obedience—the “obedience of faith.” But at its core, faith's desire is for something better; it longs for what God has promised more than the comforts of this world, trusting and obeying Him as it seeks a better country and a lasting home with Him.Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-16Sermon Preached by Chris Lewis on October 12, 2025Foothill Church exists to glorify God by living as disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus.https://foothill.churchLearn about our For the Sake of His Name 2-Year Discipleship Journey:https://foothill.church/FTSOHN

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6Message: The Ministry That Pleases GodSpeaker: Dr. Keith TroyDate: Oct 5, 202521st Pastoral Anniversary CelebrationThank you for your continued generosity. Tithes and offerings can be given electronically using:Givelify: Download the free Givelify App from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)Cashapp: $mtcalmbc33Follow Mt Calvary Church on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtcalvarynation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtcalvarynationTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/mtcalvarynationAccess bible education and more exclusive content on the church's website: https://www.mtcalvarychurch.life

In this episode of the Story of Scripture, Ted Ryskoski, Lance Lawson, and Rachel Chester discuss Hebrews 5-10. Who is Melchizedek? Why is Jesus compared to him? How does Jesus fulfill and expand the sacrifices, priesthood, and covenant of the Old Testament? 

SCRIPTURE- Hebrews 11:11"By faith [Abraham] received power to generate, even though he was past the normal age—and Sarah herself was sterile—for he thought that the one who had made the promise was trustworthy."REFLECTION- Fr. JasonMUSIC- "Where is Love" Instrumental- "The Mystery and the Glory" InstrumentalNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Send us a textA quiet prayer opens into a frank talk on priorities: why spare time exposes what we worship, how daily habits build intimacy in marriage, and why Scripture—not shifting culture—must lead. We read Hebrews 3, rejoice in Psalm 104's order, honor a forgotten hero, and examine Maryland's 1776 charter.• carving time for God and spouse as a daily practice• resisting cultural pressure to edit Scripture• Hebrews 3 on Christ above Moses and warning against unbelief• Psalm 104's picture of ordered creation and human rhythm• Proverbs 26 on actions revealing true character• Medal of Honor story of Willibald Bianchi and reordering our honor• Maryland 1776 constitution on faith, office, and public order• resources for study and family reading, plus support link• closing prayer and blessing for families and nationsIf you get a chance, check it out. And if you enjoyed, if you would leave a review, I would very much appreciate that.And also, if you're getting something out of the podcast, there's a link to donate to the podcast. And if you find that you can do that, I would be very grateful there as well.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16 Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: It is according to faith that we see the promises of God before they are fulfilled.  Speaker: Doug Burch, Associate Pastor Date: October 5, 2025

In this message by Pastor Dobbs, he ministers from Hebrew 10:36 on the need for endurance in a believer's life after they have done the will of God in order to receive the promise. One key fact about the promise is that it is worth enduring in order to receive the promise from God associated with the act of obedience. Scripture: Hebrews 10:36 - For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise:

In this message by Pastor Dobbs, he ministers from Hebrew 10:36 on the need for endurance in a believer's life after they have done the will of God in order to receive the promise. One key fact about the promise is that it is worth enduring in order to receive the promise from God associated with the act of obedience. Scripture: Hebrews 10:36 - For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise: Hit the notification bell so that you do not miss our most recent video. From your mobile device, to sow a financial seed into the ministry you may visit us at occvr.org and click the menu tab to locate the donate button. The donate button will provide two options for online giving. You may utilize “Text To Give” in which you will text “give” to the phone number 770-692-2225 to setup your monthly gift or one time financial gift. The additional method for online giving is simply click on the paypal “donate” button. Thanks to our generous partners in ministry, we are able to continue spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ with our local and foreign outreach ministries. For further information on Overcomers Christian Center including address, service times, and other information please visit occvr.org. Also you may visit us at the following: Facebook: @occvr Podcast: The Overcomers

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18Speaker: Brandon EggarSeries: Hebrews

Pastor Zack Strong Part 3 | Faith - For What?   Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6; 12:1-2; 10:11-25   Join us Sundays at 10AM CST to watch LIVE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqJ1GilGLqY67b1ukF_g9jQ   Partner with us: http://www.christchurchsemo.org/give   Connect with us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/christchurchsemo https://www.instagram.com/christchurchsemo

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: There is never a reason to doubt the faithfulness of God.  Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: September 28, 2025

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-2:4Speaker: Travis RobnettSeries: Hebrews

Series: RootedWeek 3 Title: God Speaks, Are You Listening?Scripture: Hebrews 1:1–3; John 1:1,14,18; John 16:12–15; Acts 13:2; Proverbs 11:14; Hebrews 10:24–25Big Idea: God is not silent. He has spoken most clearly through Jesus Christ, and He continues to speak through His Spirit and His people.I. God Speaks Through His SonIn the past, God spoke through prophets and visions (Hebrews 1:1).Now, He has spoken most clearly through Jesus (Hebrews 1:2–3).Jesus is the Word made flesh (John 1:14).All Scripture points to Him (John 5:39–40).To see and hear Jesus is to see and hear the very Word of God.II. God Speaks Through His SpiritThe Spirit convicts, reveals truth, glorifies Jesus, and guides believers (John 16:8,13–14).The Spirit actively leads God's people (Acts 8, Acts 10, Acts 13, Acts 16).The Spirit convicts while the enemy accuses.The Spirit reveals truth while the enemy confuses.The Spirit glorifies Jesus while the enemy glorifies self.III. God Speaks Through His PeopleWise counsel (Proverbs 11:14; 15:22).Encouragement and healing (Proverbs 12:25; 16:24).Influence (1 Corinthians 15:33).The early church devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, prayer, and encouragement (Acts 2:42; Hebrews 10:24–25).Following Jesus is not a solo pursuit; we need each other to hear God's voice.IV. Application / ChallengeDon't overcomplicate the divine—God is speaking clearly.Ask: Are you in His Word? Are you listening to His Spirit? Are you walking with His people?God speaks. The question is: are you listening?

SCRIPTURE- Hebrews 8:12"For I will be merciful towards their iniquities and remember their sins no more."REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSIC- "Shadows" Instrumental- "Psalm 17 Praise & Worship" Psalm Worship Songs- "For the Honor" InstrumentalNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

What do you do with the parts of yourself you’d rather hide? This Christian meditation podcast offers space for Bible meditation, scripture reflection, and guided prayer shaped by the 12 steps. Step Four says: “We made a searching and fearless moral inventory of our lives.” That can sound intimidating. But this meditation isn’t about doing a deep dive into every detail of your past or present. Instead, it’s an invitation to rest in the truth that God already knows everything about you — and He still loves you. Hebrews 4 reminds us: “Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight.” But it also shows us the good news: Jesus is our great high priest. He knows what it is to be human. He empathizes with our weakness. And because of Him, we can “approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” In today’s meditation, you’ll pause with Hebrews 4:13–16 and be reminded that there is nothing in you that surprises God — and nothing He cannot redeem. You’ll be invited to come honestly and boldly into His presence, and to receive the mercy and grace He longs to give. Take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s meditate on these truths together. Helpful Resources Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.This journal includes:• All the Scriptures for this series• Weekly reflection prompts• Space to record what God is revealing to you Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. Today’s Scripture: Hebrews 4:13–16 (NIV) Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account. Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Faith obeys God on earth while awaiting its eternal home in God's heavenly city.  Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: September 21, 2025

# Books of the Book: Embracing God's Word In today's sermon, we embarked on a journey to rediscover the profound impact and necessity of being diligent students of the Bible. As we delve into the series "Books of the Book," the focus is on understanding why engaging with Scripture is crucial for spiritual growth and resilience in a chaotic world. ## The Call to Stand Firm in Truth Pastor Chris opened with a reflection on the chaotic state of the world, emphasizing the Christian duty to respond with courage and truth. He cited **Ephesians 6:12**, reminding us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against the spiritual forces of evil. This sets the stage for the critical need to anchor ourselves in God's Word, which is the ultimate source of truth and peace. ## The Importance of Bible Engagement The sermon highlighted a concerning trend: many believers neglect regular Bible reading. Statistics show that only 11% of Christians read the Bible daily, while a significant portion never intends to engage with Scripture at all. This neglect, Pastor Chris argues, is a form of self-sabotage, depriving us of spiritual nourishment and guidance. ### Biblical Foundations for Success 1. **Joshua 1:7-9** - God promises Joshua success if he meditates on and obeys His Word. This passage underscores that true prosperity comes from aligning with God's commands. 2. **Proverbs 2:6** - Solomon reveals that wisdom, necessary for making life's difficult decisions, comes from God's Word. 3. **Matthew 4:4** - Jesus, during His temptation, affirms that man shall not live on bread alone but on every word from God. This illustrates the soul's need for spiritual sustenance. ## The Transformative Power of Scripture - **Hebrews 4:12** describes the Bible as living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, capable of discerning thoughts and intentions. This power is vital for personal transformation and spiritual maturity. ### Practical Steps to Engage with Scripture - **Prioritize Quiet Time:** Commit to daily Bible reading as a non-negotiable part of life. - **Let God Speak:** Move beyond devotional snippets to immersive Scripture reading. - **Apply the Word:** Live out the teachings found in the Bible, ensuring they guide daily actions and decisions. ## Building a Foundation on the Rock In closing, Pastor Chris referenced **Matthew 7:24-27**, where Jesus likens those who hear and act on His words to a wise man building his house on the rock. This parable serves as a stark reminder that only by grounding ourselves in Scripture can we withstand life's storms. ## Conclusion The sermon concluded with a call to action: to be a people of the Word and prayer, shining God's light in a dark world. By embracing Scripture, we not only enrich our spiritual lives but also prepare ourselves to be vessels of God's peace and truth. --- As we continue this series, let us commit to making the Bible a central part of our lives, ensuring that God's wisdom and truth guide us in every step. For more insights and to join us in this journey, visit our [website](#) or attend our next service.

2025-09-14-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, September 14, 2025, in the 830 AM service.   Scripture: Hebrews 7:24-25; Romans 8:34   Notes: -There are only two spiritual influences: The Light of Jesus or the darkness of Satan. -You will either live in the darkness of Satan or live in the light that Jesus gives. -Can you stay “Jeus is Lord” and that He is the light of your life?

2025-09-14-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning, September 14, 2025, in the 1030 AM service.   Scripture: Hebrews 7:24-25; Romans 8:34   Notes: -There are only two spiritual influences: The Light of Jesus or the darkness of Satan. -You will either live in the darkness of Satan or live in the light that Jesus gives. -Can you stay “Jeus is Lord” and that He is the light of your life?  

Moses, through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, said in Deuteronomy‬ ‭18‬:‭15‬; “The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothers—it is to him you shall listen—”.While the statement in its fullest expression was not grasped at that moment, a foreshadow gave way to the substance when Christ appeared.Today, we consider how Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of the prophetic office.Scripture:Hebrews 1: 1-3, John 1: 14-18, Deuteronomy 18: 20-22, Acts 21: 10-12 & 30-33, John 20: 30-31, John 14: 23-26, John 4: 23-24, Romans 16: 25-27,  Hebrews 3: 3-6, 2 Corinthians 5: 17-20PBHB GIVEAWAY: https://www.stayreformed.com/giveawayAdditional References:Buy A Puritan Catechism: ⁠https://a.co/d/esRURdt⁠Read A Puritan Catechism: ⁠https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/cwpr.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOop_iUZJzFz_3HbHFqJUqPMbSUhhfZUx9FY_-KuyKA9_kwqb8Kh6The Second London Baptist Confession (1689): https://founders.org/library-book/1689-confession/https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/lbcw.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOorAi1b6iCPqv94DjBcMhSSpcDOGwJrb9hXJSlgqxrFSgo9ofc0-Social Media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StayReformedTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/stayreformedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreformed/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stayreformedpodcast/Website: https://www.stayreformed.com/Email: contact@stayreformed.com

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Faith responds to God with reverence and obedience.  Speaker: Matt Thornton, Pastor Date: September 14, 2025

Scripture: Hebrews 11:5-6 Series: "Don't Shrink Back" 

Some early Christians were shrinking back from following Jesus amidst persecution. So, the author of Hebrews encouraged them to endure and remain faithful to Christ by offering a collection of Old Testament witnesses. If God did amazing things through their faith, why would we ever shrink back from our own? Focus: Faith enables sinners to please God and find reward in Him.  Speaker: Connor Harris, Associate Pastor Date: September 7, 2025

SCRIPTURE- Hebrews 10:36"For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised."REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSIC- NOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.