Rooted Faith

The people of Judah ignored all the signs of coming destruction. Jeremiah reminded them hope is found is facing the truth, honestly.

Healthy Relationships ask for respect and openness from the people in them. How does Jesus help us?

Being mid-race is an act of endurance and mental strength - especially when you aren't really sure how long you will be running!

We often believe the lie we are alone. But, not only are we surrounded by folks who are wrestling with the same issues we are, we are also part of a long historical family which provides strength.

The writer of Hebrews remind us faith isn't belief, but our ability to see and live into hope.

The writer of Hebrews reminds us of the importance gathering in a group of fellow believers can be for ability to sustain faith.

The practice of atonement in the OT meant constantly being reminded of your sin. How does Jesus' act of forgiveness mean we are not held captive to sin anymore?

The sacrificial act is central to Jesus' purpose on earth. This sermon explores why only Jesus could do what needed to be done.

The author’s goal in Hebrews 7 is to establish the nature of Jesus’ priesthood and prove biblically and theologically that it is superior to the Levitical order. Jesus is compared to Melchizedek and the Levitical priesthood in order to demonstrate His superiority.

This is the longest doctrinal section of the epistle begins with Hebrews 7 and concludes at 10:18. In 7:1–28, the author carefully explains the relationship between Jesus and Melchizedek, which was introduced in 5:10 just before the lengthy warning passage of 5:11–6:8, and which was reintroduced in 6:20.

Who hasn’t been perplexed by the warning in Hebrews 6:4–8?

The preacher expects us to take to heart both the urgent warning against a final departing from Christ and the admonition to assured confidence in God’s promise.

Talked two chapters prior about Jesus being the High Priest - now the writer develops that theme and reminds us why a human savior is so important.

Hebrews 1and 2 are an extended explanation about why Jesus is higher and more important than the angels. Hebrews 3 is about to move into what exactly that means for the Christianity community, and what our responsibilities and "holy people" of God means for how we live our lives.

In this passage, the author is interested in the link between theology and ethics - how what we believe affects how we live our life.

This chapter is a grand and formal opening to this letter to the Hebrews, connecting Christians to the ancient faith in which they grew.

The apostle Paul begins his letter to Thessolonika by being thankful for them. While churches and families can be problematic, how does Paul's example help us restore those roots and maybe make them healthier and stronger?

The Church on Pentecost found itself in-between the faith as they knew it and what was to come. They turned back to discovering their gifts as a way to stay rooted.

The Book of Hebrews is a deep, complex book which reminds us because we are part of a deep, rooted faith, we can renew our strength and not grow weary.