Text: Hebrews 13:7-19

In this sermon, we look at Hebrews 13:7-19. The author is quickly finishing up his address to the Hebrew Christians. The assurance that he gives is that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. The madness of the world is nothing new; however, there are times, like last week or the last month, when the madness seems more acute than normal. Times like these can make the world feel off-kilter, and walking in Christ can either be deeply comforting or deeply challenging.

However, the author reminds readers that, no matter how crazy the world around us may seem, Christ remains unchanging. When we rest on the assurance of Christ's steadfastness, it binds us to our brothers and sisters in Christ and calls us to make sacrifices of praise to God, do good, and be generous with one another.

Text: Hebrews 13:1-6

We could easily read this text as a checklist for what it means to be a good Christian. Do this, this, and this, and you're good to go. A better way of reading it is to see what Christ has already done for us and, therefore, be inspired by His work in us, seeking to live graciously with our brothers and sisters in Christ.

It is by abiding in Christ and seeking to do all that he has called us to that we can have confidence in him. In other words, Christ's good work in us produces confidence in Him.

Text: Hebrews 12:25-29

In a world full of madness and chaos, it can be easy to become overwhelmed and feel discouraged. In this sermon, we take a look at Hebrews 12:25-29. One thing we learn is that the phrase a kingdom that cannot be shaken can also be translated A king that cannot be shaken. Regardless of which translation you prefer, the kingdom that cannot be shaken is firm because of who the king is.

This sermon challenges us to trust not in ourselves, but in that king. Even as the world rages around us, and the ground seems to shake, Christ is never shaken.

Text: Hebrews 12:18-24

We often underestimate the greatness of God and our own finiteness. Hebrews 12:18-24 does not allow us to do this. In fact, it invites us into God's greatness, and shows us how Christ has made that way possible.

It is in Christ that we are welcomed into the deep mystery of God's glory. This is an incredible promise and invitation.

Text: Hebrews 12:12-17

Date: August 17, 2025

In this sermon, we looked at Hebrews 12:12-17. This passage fleshes out the call to run the race that is set before us. The imagery of running a race can seem very individualistic, but instead, we're to care for one another in that race. The healing and mending isn't done by our own work, but through the prayer and the preaching of the gospel to one another.

We are called to help one another on the path that God has placed before us. This is so we can move away from sin, towards peace and holiness. In this lifetime, we will wrestle with sin constantly, which will make the Christian community challenging. Which is why we are reminded again and again to offer each other grace.