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- Feb 5
- 3 min
A Longing for Heaven
Today’s Verse: But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city. ~Hebrews 11:16 I am thankful that the Lord has allowed me the privilege of traveling to several foreign countries to preach the gospel and see many people saved and many churches helped. It is a blessing to serve and fellowship with God’s people in other parts of the world. However, after a few days, I am ready t
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- Jan 3
- 3 min
The All-Weather Promise
Today’s Verse: Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. ~Hebrews 13:5 All-weather implies that something is capable to stand up against the different weather and seasonal changes of the year. It is unaffected by rain, moisture, sun, heat, humidity, and wind. This morning, we are considering a precious Bible promise that is applicable for any situation that we face in
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- Jan 1
- 3 min
Get in Shape!
Today’s Verse: Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees; ~Hebrews 12:12 The start of a new year is when we establish new goals. For many people, this includes physical and exercise goals to get in shape. We make changes to our diet, and we devote ourselves to a minimum number of minutes of exercise for better health. Our spiritual health must be considered as well. Paul gives us very practical and helpful advice to help us get in the best shape of our
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- Dec 15, 2020
- 3 min
Leaning On Your Staff
Today’s Verse: By faith Jacob, when he was a dying, blessed both the sons of Joseph; and worshipped, leaning upon the top of his staff. ~Hebrews 11:21 Jacob is one of the most colorful and intriguing characters of the Bible. His name means “supplanter” or “heel grabber.” In spite of having a reputation as a deceiver, he becomes a man of faith and is the progenitor of the twelve tribes of Israel. In Hebrews 11, there is only one verse that makes mention of him, but it is a ver
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- Nov 2, 2020
- 3 min
Out of This World
Today’s Verse: By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king: for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible. ~Hebrews 11:27 Someone has aptly said, “The men who have moved this world were men the world could not move.” Moses was one of those men. Next to our Lord Jesus Christ, Moses may have been the second greatest leader to walk on Earth. In order to be a spiritual leader who was unquestionable, unconquerable, uncompromising, and unbelievable, he had to be a
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- Oct 3, 2020
- 3 min
One Morsel of Meat
Today’s Verse: Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright. ~Hebrews 12:16 What is the most expensive trade you have ever made? Sports teams will trade their players to other teams in the hope of getting one of more players in return that can give them greater depth and competitiveness. Sometimes, these trades are profitable, and sometimes, they are costly. This morning, let us see a gripping story about a trade tha
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- Sep 23, 2020
- 3 min
The Man Who Built an Ark
Today’s Verse: By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith. ~Hebrews 11:7 One of the more famous Bible characters is Noah. There is a children’s Bible hymn that starts with: “Who built the ark? Noah, Noah. Who built the ark? Mr. Noah built the ark.” Noah was a real person who is a powerful example of faith.
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- Sep 17, 2020
- 3 min
The Man Who Pleased God
Today’s Verse: By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God. ~Hebrews 11:5 There are two men in the Bible who did not die: Enoch and Elisha. It’s an amazing thought that Enoch was taken out of this world without dying. What is important for us, however, is Enoch’s faith while he was on earth. He had a faith that pleased God. We see Enoch’s em
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- Sep 9, 2020
- 3 min
Abel Still Speaks
Today’s Verse: By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh. ~Hebrews 11:4 There are several brothers in the Bible that are noteworthy characters. There is Esau and Jacob, Moses and Aaron, Hophni and Phinehas, James and John, and Cain and Abel. Cain and Abel are the first two brothers in the Bible. In Hebrews 11, Abel is the first hero
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- Sep 6, 2020
- 2 min
Looking for that City
Today’s Verse: For he looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. ~Hebrews 11:10 A little girl was taking an evening walk with her father. Wonderingly, she looked up at the stars and exclaimed, "Oh, Daddy, if the wrong side of Heaven is so beautiful, what must the right side be!" (From “Home Fires” by Charles Allen). How much do you know about Heaven? Can you describe the grandeur, glory, and greatness of Heaven? More importantly, are you looking
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- Sep 4, 2020
- 3 min
Exhorting One Another
Today’s Verse: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. ~Hebrews 10:25 When Covid-19 was declared a pandemic, indoor in person worship was deemed a risk in spreading the disease and this type of service was banned. After several weeks of non-indoor in person assembly, at the prodding of Christian leaders our President publicly declared that church is essential.
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- Sep 2, 2020
- 3 min
The Holiest of All
Today’s Verse: And after the second veil, the tabernacle which is called the Holiest of all; ~Hebrews 9:3 The holiest of all describes the place inside the Old Testament tabernacle where the high priest could go. There was a veil that separated the sanctuary and the holiest of all. The high priest alone entered into this inner sanctum” once a year not without blood” that would be sprinkled for his sins and the sins of the nation. Let us see some vital and life transforming le
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- Aug 19, 2020
- 3 min
The Author
Today’s Verse: And being made perfect, he became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him; ~Hebrews 5:9 An author is someone who is the writer of a book, literature, or music. He is considered a creative genius. As an author, he has written something that is informative, influential, and impactful. The writer of Hebrews says of our Lord Jesus Christ that He is the Author of eternal salvation. How well do you know Him as Author? We see the rise. The Greek wo
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- Aug 17, 2020
- 3 min
The Test of Rest
Today’s Verse: There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. ~Hebrews 4:9 The word rest connotates taking a breather or a season of time that is needed for renewal and strength. In Hebrews 4, the word rest is used nine times and if we include Hebrews 3, a total of eleven times. Rest is referring to a future time when our spiritual inheritance in Christ is complete and we are glorified. It is the reward for faithfulness. It also implies a present rest in which we must
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- Aug 14, 2020
- 3 min
Heart Advice
Today’s Verse: Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God. ~Hebrews 3:12 Atherosclerosis, sometimes called "hardening of the arteries," occurs when fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up on the walls of arteries (MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia). When the plaque build-up in the neck or heart arteries is not dealt with, an individual is at a high risk for a heart attack or stroke. A cardiologist who sp
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- Aug 7, 2020
- 3 min
We See Jesus
Today’s Verse: But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man. ~Hebrews 2:9 The Book of Hebrews was written to Christians who had been adversely influenced by Jewish teachers who undermined the Person of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Judaizers taught that Jesus was less important than the angels, Moses, and the Jewish traditions. These Hebrew bel
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- Jun 12, 2020
- 3 min
God's Mercy Seat
Today’s Verse: And over it the cherubims of glory shadowing the mercyseat; of which we cannot now speak particularly. ~Hebrews 9:5 The centerpiece of the worship of God was the tabernacle. Inside the tabernacle, behind a great veil, was the Holy of Holies. Only the high priest was allowed to enter there. Inside this sacred place was the Ark of the Covenant. Within the Ark were the two tablets of stone on which the Ten Commandments were written, a golden pot of manna, and Aaro
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- May 24, 2020
- 3 min
Of Barak
Today’s Verse: And what shall I more say? for the time would fail me to tell of Gedeon, and of Barak…. ~Hebrews 11:32a The true story of Barak is in Judges 4 and 5. He is mentioned in Hebrews 11 regarding his faith. However, his faith was limited. He was willing to exercise faith as long as Deborah accompanied him to the battle. The requirement of faith is that we trust God completely. The responsibility of faith is that we are obedient. The reward of faith is that God dilige
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- May 21, 2020
- 3 min
After This
Today’s Verse: And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: ~Hebrews 9:27 The words “after this” are used 53 times in the Bible. In general, it refers to a post event: the event immediately following one that just occurred. It gives us the idea of what is next, what to expect, and what will happen. As Christians, we should always be forward looking. We can, often times, only focus on the now and neglect to think about the next. Let us consider thi
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