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Continue reading →: Our Priest ForeverThe sermon discusses Hebrews chapter 7, focusing on Melchizedek’s significance as a priest and king superior to the Levitical order. The author emphasizes Christ’s eternal priesthood, which offers lasting refreshment and reconciliation with God. Melchizedek foreshadows Christ, who embodies King of Righteousness and King of Peace, establishing eternal redemption.
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Continue reading →: The Immutable PromiseThis sermon focuses on Hebrews 6:13-20, exploring the promise God made to Abraham, emphasizing faith, patience, and perseverance. It encourages believers, as heirs of Abraham’s promise, to anchor their hope in God’s unchanging nature and steadfast assurances. Ultimately, it highlights Christ as the forerunner who secures eternal salvation for believers.
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Continue reading →: Stewarding Life: Wisdom from Ecclesiastes 10This blog post analyzes chapter sixteen of Brian Borgman’s “Don’t Waste Your Breath,” reflecting on Ecclesiastes 10:1-20. It contrasts wisdom and folly, emphasizing the importance of humility, spiritual disciplines, and reliance on God. The author encourages readers to avoid pride, seek wisdom, and use their gifts for God’s glory in…
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Continue reading →: Persisting FaithThe passage from Hebrews emphasizes the importance of persistent faith amid fears of salvation. It reassures believers that while salvation is through Christ alone, their assurance is linked to their actions and love for others. By imitating faithful saints and living a godly life, Christians maintain hope and joy in…
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Continue reading →: Warning Against ApostasyThe sermon discusses apostasy, focusing on three interpretations related to Hebrews 6. It argues that apostasy is a real danger for those who only profess faith without true commitment. Through biblical examples, it warns that mere participation in Christianity without genuine belief leads to judgment. True believers produce spiritual fruit…
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Continue reading →: Surveying The FoundationThe passage discusses the importance of foundational Christian doctrines: justification, sanctification, and glorification, as presented in Hebrews 6:1-3. It emphasizes surveying these fundamentals to encourage spiritual growth and maturity in Christ. The author warns against neglecting these truths, underscoring their necessity for a solid faith foundation.
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Continue reading →: The Mature ChristianThe sermon discusses spiritual maturity, emphasizing the need for Christians to move beyond basic teachings and develop discernment through deeper understanding of God’s word. It critiques the current trend of shallow, entertainment-focused church services, urging believers to seek solid food, which leads to a mature faith characterized by humility and…
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Continue reading →: Wisdom Over WinningIn chapter fifteen of Brian Borgman’s “Don’t Waste Your Breath,” titled “Expect the Unexpected,” the unpredictability of life is examined through Ecclesiastes 9:11-18. The text emphasizes reliance on God’s sovereignty, illustrating that success isn’t guaranteed despite effort. The writer encourages humility, glorifying God in all circumstances, and recognizing the transient…
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Continue reading →: Jesus, The Priest KingThis week, the church community faces significant struggles, including illness, grief, and emotional challenges. The pastor emphasizes our shared weaknesses and the necessity of Jesus Christ as our high priest, who intercedes for us. Through His suffering, Christ provides eternal salvation, reminding us to seek obedience amid trials.
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Continue reading →: Holding Fast Our ConfessionThe author of Hebrews emphasizes Jesus as the great high priest, superior to the Levitical priests, and encourages believers to hold fast to their confession of faith. This confession, grounded in the gospel, reassures Christians of God’s redemptive plan, provides comfort, and offers confidence to draw near to God, receive…
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