Jesus freed believers from the curse of the law-the penalty and condemnation for failing to keep it. By taking the curse upon Himself at the cross, He has transitioned us to a life of grace, empowering us to live rightly by way of God The Holy Spirit. The writer of Hebrews reminds his congregation of these eternal truths. We must remember that Jesus who knew no sin became sin so that we can become the righteousness of God in Christ. As one writer depicts "Christ as the Mediator who enacts the new covenant opening up a highway for God's people to establish a new relationship with Him" For this we rejoice. Deuteronomy 4:9-14 Hebrews 12:18-29 Revelation 21:22-27

This sermon explores the message to the church in Thyatira, presenting it as a model of Christian virtue amidst the common structural patterns of Revelation's seven letters. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus commends this church for its love, faith, service, and patient endurance, countering historical misconceptions that view it negatively. The text highlights the intersection of earthly congregations with heavenly spiritual realities, noting that messages are mediated through angels to connect believers with divine presence. Central to the exposition is the call for the church to prioritize these theological graces over mere activity or pride in works. Ultimately, the sermon encourages listeners to emulate these virtues and remain attentive to Christ's voice as they prepare for communion.

In his letter to Philemon, Paul acts as mediator to restore the relationship between Philemon and Onesimus. This reminds us of way our Lord Jesus serves as our mediator with God.

In part 1 of this two-part sermon, we discovered that humanity's greatest need is not more world peace, greater ingenuity, or fewer diseases—we need God Himself. This Sunday, we'll continue to see why Jesus alone gives us access to God. Hebrews 5 reveals that Christ is God's final and forever High Priest, whose perfect obedience and sacrificial suffering secured eternal salvation for all who trust in Him. Join us as Pastor Luke concludes this two-part journey through one of the New Testament's most breathtaking portraits of Jesus, discovering why no other priest, mediator, or religious system can ever replace Him.

The sermon explores the profound comfort Jesus offers his disciples amidst their distress, focusing on His promise to prepare a place for them in the Father's house. It contrasts Peter's impulsive desire to follow Jesus immediately with the necessary timeline of Christ's death and resurrection, which must occur first to open the way to heaven. Through references to Matthew, the preacher emphasizes that true discipleship requires surrendering self-reliance and remaining vigilant in faith until the end. The message challenges listeners to examine their ultimate destination, asserting that following Jesus now is the only path to eternal life. Ultimately, it calls for trust in Christ as the sole mediator who bridges the gap between earthly struggle and heavenly glory.