Hebrews
You're Not My Type
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Jan 3 2010)
Series: Hebrews
Blood is important to God for the completion of the redemption process. However, the type of blood is key to its success and permanence. The Bible is plain that the blood of animals doesn't work for eternity. This message presents three arguments why the blood of Jesus is the right type of blood that we need applied to our souls.
Have a Seat
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Jan 24 2010)
Series: Hebrews
After talking about the inferior nature of the Old Testament animal sacrifices, the author of Hebrews moves on to the superiority of Christ's sacrifice. He argues that His sacrifice is superior by virtue of two reasons. You and I can be secure in our salvation because Christ is seated on the right hand of God, having offered an eternal sacrifice.
Be Assured
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Jan 31 2010)
Series: Hebrews
This passage has been referred to as the ingredients of a Christian's salad; three times the Bible uses the words "let us" (lettuce) and gives admonition to draw near in faith, hold fast in hope, and encourage others in love. This kind of holy living will produce in us an assurance of our salvation in Christ.
When the Chair Becomes Yours
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Feb 3 2010)
Series: Hebrews
Jehoshaphat may have reigned simultaneously with his father in a co-regency situation. In the third year, after Asa died, Jehoshaphat acquired the throne alone. Now he was in the king's chair all by himself. What will he do? How will he act now that he is the one in charge? This message examines some priniciples to govern your life when the chair becomes yours.
Affiliation Is Not Assimilation
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Feb 7 2010)
Series: Hebrews
Just because someone hangs out at church with God's people doesn't automatically make that person one of God's children -- just like spending the night in a garage doesn't make you a car! Everyone must personally accept Jesus Christ for themselves; you cannot receive the Savior by osmosis from other Christians. This passage offers a historical precedent and scriptural support for this truth.
Keep the Faith
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Feb 21 2010)
Series: Hebrews
Mere professors of faith will be revealed when the true possessors of faith are able to keep it unto the end. In this somewhat controversial warning passage in Hebrews, the Bible teaches that someone who leaves Christianity isn't simply backsliding, but is indicating that they never had true saving faith to begin with; if they were sincere converts, they would have been able to keep the faith.
Why Is Faith So Important?
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Mar 28 2010)
Series: Hebrews
As the series on Hebrews dives into the Hall of Faith, we must first remind ourselves of the importance of faith. Is there anyone who would argue that they don't need any more faith, that they have all the faith they need? We need faith to make it into God's hero list. This message gives 6 reasons from the text why faith is so vital to our Christian lives.
Patriarchal Faith
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (May 2 2010)
Series: Hebrews
From the Hall of Faith comes the powerful illustrations of faith found in 3 of the first men that lived on the earth. What can we learn from these patriarchs? This message examines the lives of Abel and his worship, Enoch and his walk, and Noah and his work.
Walking on the Road of Faith with Abraham
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (May 30 2010)
Series: Hebrews
The largest section in the Hall of Faith in Hebrews 11 is about Abraham and his faith. Certainly God wants us to focus in and learn something from this man's great faith. This message examines 6 principles which can be gleaned from the life of this great patriarch and his wife.
Graveyard Faith
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Jun 6 2010)
Series: Hebrews
We often think of having more faith in regards to living, but seldom do we think of it pertaining to death. These three verses in the Hall of Faith chapter focus on the faith that Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph had in their last days. Though the Bible could have focused on any number of faith moments in their lives, why would their time of death be so important? Do you have graveyard faith?