Charter Oak Church

(Pastor C. Whitehead, Lead Pastor)

Hebrews 12:12-17

We are called to strengthen one another and pursue lives marked by peace, holiness, and spiritual endurance. We’re warned against bitterness, immorality, and careless disregard for God’s blessings, using Esau as an example of someone who traded eternal value for temporary satisfaction. We are encouraged to remain faithful and help each other stay rooted in God’s grace.

(Pastor S. Lehman, Frye Farm Campus)

Hebrews 12:1-11

As believers, we are encouraged to persevere in faith by fixing our eyes on Jesus, who endured suffering and the cross for the joy set before Him. Surrounded by a “great cloud of witnesses,” we are called to throw off sin and run the race with endurance, trusting that God uses hardship and discipline to shape His children into holiness. Though discipline may be painful in the moment, it ultimately produces righteousness and peace in those who are trained by it.

(Pastor C. Whitehead, Lead Pastor)

Hebrews 11:20-40

The faith of generations who trusted God’s promises through blessing, obedience, courage, suffering, and perseverance. From Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph to Moses, Rahab, and countless others, these believers demonstrated unwavering faith even when they did not see the fulfillment of God’s promises in their lifetime. 

(Pastor C. Whitehead, Lead Pastor)

Hebrews 11:11-19

Abraham and Sarah trusted God’s promise of a son despite their old age. Their faith looked beyond earthly circumstances, believing that God would remain faithful to His promises and provide what was needed. Abraham’s willingness to offer Isaac demonstrated complete trust in God, believing that even death could not stop God’s plan or power.

(Pastor S. Lehman, Frye Farm Campus)

Hebrews 11:1-10

Faith is defined as confidence in what is hoped for and assurance about what is unseen, highlighting how people throughout history pleased God by trusting Him. Through the examples of Abel, Enoch, Noah, and especially Abraham, we see that true faith responds in obedience even without knowing the outcome. 

(Pastor C. Whitehead, Frye Farm Campus)

Romans 1:11-17

We want to change the story of our community by not being ashamed of the Gospel. We are called to carry the hope of Jesus into the lives of others, believing God can transform any story through faith in Jesus. 

(Pastor D. Bennet, Mt. Pleasant-Scottdale Campus)

Hebrews 10:26-39

We are warned against deliberately turning away from Jesus after receiving the truth of the gospel, emphasizing the seriousness of rejecting God’s grace. At the same time, we are encouraged to persevere with confidence and endurance, remembering our past faithfulness and trusting in God’s promised reward. 

(Pastor C. Whitehead, Frye Farm Campus)

Hebrews 10:19-25

Believers are called to confidently draw near to God through the access made possible by Jesus’ sacrifice. Because He has opened the way into God’s presence, followers of Jesus are encouraged to hold firmly to their faith, encourage one another in love and good works, and remain committed to gathering together as we await His return.

(Pastor C. Whitehead, Frye Farm Campus)

Hebrews 10:1-18

The sacrifices of the Old Covenant were only a shadow of the greater reality found in Jesus. Unlike repeated offerings that could never fully remove sin, Jesus offered Himself once and for all, securing complete forgiveness and making believers holy through His perfect sacrifice. Through Jesus, God establishes a new covenant, writing His law on our hearts and remembering our sins no more.

(Pastor B. Phipps, Jeannette Campus)

Hebrews 9:23-28

Jesus entered the true heavenly sanctuary, offering Himself as the perfect and final sacrifice for sin. Unlike repeated offerings under the old system, His sacrifice was made once for all, decisively dealing with sin and securing salvation. Now, we live in hopeful anticipation of His return, when He will bring full and final redemption to those who eagerly wait for Him.