The beginning of Hebrews Chapter 11 describes faith as having confidence in the credibility of God. We learn that faith makes things we hope for as real as if we already had them. Verses 2-16 begin with what's known as the "Hall of Faith", as the writer reminds us about the stories of 5 Old Testament saints, (Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham and Sarah) who pleased God with their faith.

Join us as we explore 'Love from Above: The Most Excellent Way,' where the Bible reveals that true excellence is found in Divine love. Join us to discover how this transformative love binds us as the body of Christ, reshaping our hearts, communities, and relationship with God. Experience the unmatched power of agape love, a love that transcends human understanding and reveals the true heart of Jesus in love from above."

The second half of Chapter 10 encourages us be confident in God’s forgiveness. It challenges us to always draw near to God with a sincere heart, and warns us not to fall away and forsake God. It ends by encouraging us to persevere in our trials, because those who remain faithful will be saved!

Paul lists many of the spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians 12. We’ll examine them one by one, and we’ll spend additional time discussing their proper use. Chapter 12 also reminds us that our spiritual gifts are equally important, without a hierarchy. Paul will use the human body as an illustration, reminding us that every part is necessary and vital for the body (the church) to function properly.

True worship reflects Jesus through humility, honor, and alignment with God’s design. Join us as we decipher how to navigate culture from a kingdom perspective.

The first part of this teaching offers encouragement and challenges to fathers on this Father's Day weekend. The second part explores 1 Corinthians 10:14-33, where we learn that intimacy with both God and the world is incompatible, as the Apostle Paul urges us to glorify God by considering others in our use of freedoms and avoiding participation in demonic activities.

As we dive into Chapter 9, we learn how the new covenant is superior to the old. The writer begins by comparing the old tabernacle to the eternal one in heaven. We also see how the blood that was sacrificed by Jesus was greater than the blood sacrificed by animals. The eternal redemption of all people was settled once and for all through the blood of Christ.

In 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, we are reminded of the Israelites' mistakes during their exodus from Egypt, serving as lessons for us to avoid similar sins. God desires for us not to be defeated and lost in our own wilderness, but to live victoriously in the promised land.

The end of Chapter 7 and the 1st half of Chapter 8 reminds us that Jesus is far superior to all of Israel’s previous high priests. The 2nd half of Chapter 8 continues that mindset by explaining how much better the new covenant is than the old one.

When we put the Gospel above our personal rights and preferences, our lives become a clear path for Christ’s message to reach others, transforming not only us but everyone we influence.