Today With Jesus

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we explore the powerful assurance found in Hebrews 13:5-6, where we are reminded that Jesus is our constant companion, protector, and helper. The writer of Hebrews encourages us to live with confidence, free from fear, because the Lord promises, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Together, we reflect on what it means to trust in Jesus as our “bodyguard” against spiritual threats and our “helper” in times of need.

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we explore the profound truth of Jesus as the ultimate communicator, focusing on the powerful message of His blood as described in Hebrews 12:24. Jesus speaks with a voice unlike any other—a voice that not only speaks to us but also intercedes for us. His blood “speaks a better word than the blood of Abel,” delivering a message of mercy, redemption, and grace.

In this episode, we explore three powerful titles of Jesus as revealed in Hebrews 12: Founder, Finisher, and Firstborn. Together, these titles paint a compelling picture of Jesus’ role in our faith and His preeminence in God’s redemptive plan.

Join us as we dive deep into the text, examining how Jesus inspires us to run the race of faith with endurance and keep our eyes fixed on Him.

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we explore the profound access Jesus provides to God’s heart. Rooted in Hebrews 10:19-38, we uncover the boldness believers can have through the blood of Jesus, the assurance of faith, and the confidence to approach God directly.

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we dive into the profound mystery and significance of Jesus as “Immanuel,” meaning “God with us.” Join us as we explore the incarnation, where God took on human flesh to dwell among His people and bridge the gap between heaven and earth. We reflect on the theological depth and personal implications of Jesus being both fully God and fully man.

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we continue our exploration of the profound theme of redemption with a focus on the pivotal role of Christ’s blood. Join us as we unpack the depth of what it means for Jesus to be our Redeemer, shedding light on the process of redemption and how the sacrifice of His blood brings forgiveness, healing, and reconciliation.

In this episode, Dan Winkler and Robert Hatfield focus on the life-changing concept of redemption through Jesus Christ. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the incredible sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity and how His redemption offers us new life.

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we explore the profound role of Jesus as the Mediator of a better covenant, as described in Hebrews 8. We dive into the comparison between the old covenant, rooted in the law given to Moses, and the new covenant, established through Jesus. Discover how Jesus’ mediation offers us a better path to God, grounded in grace, mercy, and the internal transformation of our hearts.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Understanding the Old and New Covenants:

• Explanation of the old covenant and its reliance on law.
• Introduction to the new covenant and its foundation in Jesus’ sacrifice.
• How the new covenant fulfills and surpasses the old covenant.

2. Jesus as the Mediator:

• What it means for Jesus to be our Mediator.
• The significance of Jesus’ role in bridging the gap between humanity and God.
• How Jesus’ mediation provides direct access to God without the need for earthly priests.

3. The Promise of a Better Path:

• Exploring the “better promises” mentioned in Hebrews 8:6.
• How the new covenant offers forgiveness of sins and a personal relationship with God.
• The impact of the new covenant on our daily lives and spiritual growth.

4. Application for Today:

• How believers can embrace the new covenant in their walk with Christ.
• Encouragement to rely on Jesus as our Mediator in times of need.
• Practical ways to live out the truths of Hebrews 8 in everyday life.

In this episode of Today With Jesus, we delve into the profound role of Jesus as our eternal high priest and minister at God’s side. The discussion centers around Hebrews 8:1-2, where the writer emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the “minister” in the heavenly sanctuary. This role is not just a position of authority but one of advocacy, where Jesus continuously intercedes on our behalf.

Key Topics Discussed

• Understanding Jesus as Our High Priest: Explore the biblical context of Jesus’ role as the high priest, how it connects to the Old Testament, and what it means for believers today.
• The Heavenly Sanctuary: A deep dive into the concept of the heavenly sanctuary where Jesus ministers, and the implications of His ministry for our daily lives.
• Jesus on Our Side: The comforting reality that Jesus is not just in a distant position of power but is actively involved in our lives, interceding and advocating for us before God.
• Application to Daily Life: Practical ways to live out the truth of Jesus’ ministry in our everyday struggles, challenges, and decisions.

Continuing our study of the descriptors of Jesus in the book of Hebrews, we turn our attention to chapter seven of Hebrews once again, this time looking at this complex chapter through the lens of how Jesus makes things BETTER!

Hebrews 7 gives us the following argument:

• The prophets established that there would be another priest to arise after the order of Melchizedek (Heb. 5:6, 10; 6:20; 7:11, 15, 17).
• This was necessary because …
  • a better priesthood was needed (7:1-10); and
  • a better law was needed (7:11-28, especially verse 18).
• Jesus gives us …
  • a better priesthood than the Levitical priesthood (Hebrews 7:7),
  • a better hope than the Law could provide (7:19), and
  • a better covenant than the old covenant (7:22).