In Hebrews 13:1, we are not merely commanded to continue in a “universal love” for all people, but in a “brotherly love” for our fellow believers. The same principle of Hebrews 13:1 is continued in Hebrews 13:2-3, and further fleshed out through practical examples. First, we are commanded to “not neglect show[ing] hospitality to strangers.” Hospitality is literally defined as …
Money, Debt, & Freedom From Financial Slavery
In Hebrews 13:5, we are commanded to resist the love of money and to be content with what we have. And the motive immediately provided for obeying this commandment is the unconditional love of Christ towards his elect. In other words, it is foolish to give our hearts to that which can be so easily lost. Rather, let your heart …
Serious Joy
Jesus does not lower the bar for Christians in the New Covenant. If anything, the bar has been raised exponentially. There are far greater promises for those who have faith in Christ, but terrible warnings for unbelief. Sadly, the American Church today has no shortage of false converts. There are many who “profess” Christ, but do not “possess” Christ. And …
The Rotten Root Of Bitterness
“See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled; that no one is sexually immoral or unholy like Esau, who sold his birthright for a single meal.” Hebrews 12:15-16
The Difference Between “Weak Christians” & “False Christians”
This sermon was preached at Covenant Bible Church on the Lord’s Day, January 22nd, 2023. “A lame member of the body of Christ, the church… a weak believer; one that is ready to halt, either through the corruption of nature, or through the weakness of grace, or through want of light and judgment, and through instability and inconstancy; lest such …
Why “Limited Atonement” Is A Prerequisite To Receiving God’s Fatherly Discipline As Sons
“And have you forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons? “My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, nor be weary when reproved by him.” -Hebrews 12:5 ESV “By which is meant, not vindictive punishment; this would not be speaking to them, nor dealing with them as children, and would be contrary to the love of …
The Meaning Of Clouds & Judgment Language In The Bible
Just as the Israelites were encompassed with the pillar of cloud in the wilderness, New Testament saints are also surrounded by a “cloud.” Only, this cloud which surrounds us is “a cloud of witnesses” – the Old Testament saints whose faith and patience were just mentioned in the preceding chapter. Remember, some of these Old Testament saints experienced immense victory, …
Covenant Theology, Postmil Eschatology, & The Substance Of Christ
It is not as though Old Testament saints received only victory, while New Testament saints receive only persecution. Virtually all Old Testament saints experienced some measure of victory, but with much defeat. And all New Testament saints experience some measure of defeat, but with an ever progressing amount of victory throughout the Gospel Age.
Fleeing Our Enemies, Conquering Our Enemies, & Winning Over Our Enemies
In Hebrews 11:29-31, we discover that Israel ESCAPED their enemies by faith (Egyptians), CONQUERED their enemies by faith (Jericho), and WON OVER their enemies by faith (Rahab).
Why Tyrants Always Attack Masculinity
Throughout history, tyrants have always aimed their weapons of destruction at masculine men. Here’s how today’s tyrants are trying to snuff out masculinity and how biblical men can fight back.