Hebrews
But Others
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Aug 15 2010)
Series: Hebrews
The Hall of Faith in Hebrews 11 is full of remarkable stories about people whom God used because of their great trust in Him. They were rewarded and favored by God for their faith. But there were others who, though they had great faith, did not have the same blessed fate. Their stories are told in the last part of Hebrews 11 and they remind us that even though we have faith, we might not receive relief and reward.
Faith In Spite of It All
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Aug 1 2010)
Series: Hebrews
God allows difficult circumstances to come our way for the very purpose of strengthening our faith. It is easy to have faith when everything is running smoothly. This scattering of verses in the Hall of Faith chapter convers such biblical characters as Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, and Samuel and teaches us how to have faith in spite of all we are going through.
Faith in the City
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Jul 25 2010)
Series: Hebrews
Rahab's faith literally impacted an entire city. Do you have that kind of faith that is known in your community. Many times our neighbors are not influenced by our faith, much less an entire city. This message reminds us of the great impact that strong faith in God can have and what characterizes city-changing faith.
Holy Moses!
by Dr. Jeff Amsbaugh (Jul 4 2010)
Series: Hebrews
We often use the term of exclamation, "Holy Moses!" Well, actually he was a very holy man of great faith, and he is described as such in Hebrews 11:23-29. This message points out 6 features of his life that we should try to emulate in our lives. God can do equally amazing things with our lives if we would simply have more faith like Moses had.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.