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It's hard to understate the power of a strong community of believers. And if you've ever been encouraged or supported by a brother or sister in Christ at a crucial moment in your life, you've experienced this power. Join with us as we continue in Hebrews and consider ways we can be an encouragement to others.

Things changed about spiritual life between the Old and New Testaments. The Israelites used to have an elaborate system of sacrifices they needed to follow to stay right with God. But we don't do things like that anymore. Find out today why Jesus' sacrifice was superior enough to introduce us to the New Covenant between God and man.

The Book of Hebrews is a great place to turn to learn more about the doctrines that define our faith. As we continue our study we'll see how it's possible that Jesus is able to offer salvation. And we'll be reminded that just like Jesus, our salvation is forever.

How would you rate your spiritual maturity? The Bible speaks of this in terms of the foods we're able to eat. Are you only able to drink milk like an infant, or have you moved on to more substantial matters, the solid food of spiritual life? Find out more about how to grow spiritually as we continue our study.

As we continue in Hebrews we'll cover a rich passage of the Bible with two of the most important truths for us to know. The Bible is God's Word and is a powerful resource in our lives. And Jesus, far from being a distant and aloof God, lived as a man and can sympathize with us in all our weaknesses. Praise God with us as we study some more.

Do you believe that God can do what He has promised? He is not only able to save you as you trust in Jesus but also provides the Holy Spirit to help you live a life of spiritual victory. Find out more about this victory and the "rest" God promises as we continue our study of Hebrews.

As the author of Hebrews continues, he provides an insight that has been a comfort to many believers over the centuries. Jesus, while being God, lived a life just like us, experiencing all the hardships and trials we face. Join us as we consider Jesus, our sympathetic Savior.

The message of salvation is something that most of us have heard many times over during our lives. But in the days after Jesus returned to heaven, it was breaking news. The author of Hebrews reminds us of the importance of this message and of why it's a message that cannot be ignored.

Though the writer of the Book of Hebrews is unknown, and though it was written for a Jewish audience familiar with Jewish history and theology, this is a rich portion of the Bible that cannot be overlooked! In this passage we'll see how Jesus is more than just a great teacher, He's God in the flesh and superior even to the angels.

As Paul finishes his short, but important, letter to his friend Philemon, he mentions another friend named Onesimus. In something of a plot twist for us modern readers, we learn that Onesimus is a runaway slave and once belonged to Philemon. Paul's recommendation to his friends has a lesson for us all to learn.

The apostle Paul wrote a short but important letter to his friend Philemon. In this letter Paul asks for a personal favor, but before he gets to that, he reminds us of the familial obligations we have towards each other as believers. And then Paul introduces us to Onesimus and talks of the friendship he shared with him.

In any group, there will always be troublemakers. And as he brings his letter to a close, Paul gives Titus some advice on how to deal with disruptive people in the church. We'll also be reminded of God's generous mercy available to all without condition.

If a friend told you they went through a life-changing experience, and then their life didn't change, was the experience really all that great? These are the kinds of people Paul has in mind as he continues his letter to Titus. Instead, he argues that our lives should be overflowing with the grace of Jesus, both in the private and public areas of our lives.

There's an old saying that goes, "those that can't do, teach." But when it comes to the Christian life, we should all be doing both. We teach the next generation best by living out our Christian ideal and morals. Paul encourages us to live a godly life as he continues his letter to Titus.

Life, in general, is hard for anyone to navigate alone. The Christian life is doubly challenging. That's why Paul in his letters, time and again, reminds us of the necessity of discipling and mentoring each other. It's only when we are working together that we can stand strong against the lies that try to infiltrate the church.

Are you spending time in God's Word to learn how he wants you to live? Paul begins a new letter, this time to a pastor named Titus. As he opens his letter, Paul emphasizes the importance of living a godly life. And this can only come from knowing God's Word.

As Paul concludes his letter to the young pastor Timothy he reflects on the grace of God that had carried him throughout his life. And as he sends his greetings, we'll be reminded again that no man or woman serving Christ stands alone. Take a moment to be grateful for all the people who stand with you in your Christian service.

It's tempting to want to keep a good thing to yourself. And the love and support that comes from a solid Christian community is a very good thing. That's why, as Paul tells us, we ought to be doing all we can to invite new people into the fold. Paul shares some advice on how to do this.

The importance of Christian community cannot be understated. The love and support we get from a strong family of believers can carry us through many storms. And it's the "storm" of the final days that Paul warns Timothy--and us--about as he continues his letter. As the world gets worse, our love ought to grow stronger.

Have you heard the term "notional Christian"? It's basically the kind of Christian life Paul warns against as he continues his letter to Timothy. Being a Christian should be evident in every area of our lives, not just a word we use to describe ourselves. Find out what this looks like as we continue our study.

There are people who challenge Christianity knowing very little about it. But then there are the false teachers who knowingly spread lies about God's Word. It's about these that Paul warns Timothy as he continues his letter. We'll be reminded of God's amazing grace available to all, free of charge.

Paul wrote a second letter to Timothy, and it's probably the last letter of his that we have. Written from prison, Paul reflects on the blessings of fellowship he with Timothy and others. He reminds us to be grateful for the believers we have in our lives, and he encourages us to be that faithful friend to someone else.

As Paul continues his first letter to Timothy, he has some more wisdom to share about the proper use of money and how it should be used to strengthen each other. Paul then finishes his letter with some good general advice that we should all take note of.

One of the hardest things to do is to have a proper appreciation of money and what it can accomplish. For example, while it can provide for basic needs, it can't provide lasting happiness and contentment. Paul continues his letter to Timothy with some wise words about the proper use of money.