Sometimes what we think we want isn't the best God has for us. Dr. John explores Hebrews 12:18-24 and "The Better Gospel," contrasting the frightening revelation at Mount Sinai with the celebratory gathering at heavenly Mount Zion. While Israel received earthly promises like land and nationhood, believers inherit something far superior - the heavenly Jerusalem, perfect righteousness, and Jesus as covenant mediator. It's about recognizing when our earthly desires fall short of God's eternal plans.The Jesus Effect:Â Faith in Jesus ought to make a difference in our lives. The good news is not simply a message of comfort or hope; the Gospel is a message of transformation! In this 10 message series, Dr. John teaches about the changes Jesus makes in our worship, conduct, and relationships. Listen to these messages and get ready to be changed.
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The Jesus Effect: Therefore!
Knowing that God uses hardship to grow us is comforting - but what do we actually DO with that knowledge? Dr. John dives into Hebrews 12:12-17 and the powerful word "therefore." Understanding that God disciplines those He loves is just the start - this passage gives four clear actions for responding to trials: build spiritual strength, pursue peace and holiness, kill bitterness at the root, and guard against destructive choices. It's about moving from knowing God's purposes to actually living them out.The Jesus Effect:Â Faith in Jesus ought to make a difference in our lives. The good news is not simply a message of comfort or hope; the Gospel is a message of transformation! In this 10 message series, Dr. John teaches about the changes Jesus makes in our worship, conduct, and relationships. Listen to these messages and get ready to be changed.
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The Jesus Effect: How God Treats His Sons and Daughters
Why doesn't God remove our suffering if He truly loves us? Dr. John tackles this difficult question through Hebrews 12:4-11, explaining how God disciplines His children not as punishment, but as loving preparation for holiness. Learn why hardship is often God's training ground for our spiritual growth, and how understanding His fatherly discipline can transform our perspective on life's most painful seasons.The Jesus Effect:Â Faith in Jesus ought to make a difference in our lives. The good news is not simply a message of comfort or hope; the Gospel is a message of transformation! In this 10 message series, Dr. John teaches about the changes Jesus makes in our worship, conduct, and relationships. Listen to these messages and get ready to be changed.
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The Jesus Effect: Looking to Jesus
Are you carrying unnecessary weights in your spiritual race? Dr. John explores Hebrews 12:1-3 and the powerful imagery of running with endurance. Learn how to lay aside the sins and distractions that hinder your faith, and why keeping your eyes fixed on Jesus—the founder and perfecter of our faith—is the key to finishing strong.The Jesus Effect: Faith in Jesus ought to make a difference in our lives. The good news is not simply a message of comfort or hope; the Gospel is a message of transformation! In this 10 message series, Dr. John teaches about the changes Jesus makes in our worship, conduct, and relationships. Listen to these messages and get ready to be changed.
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The Jesus Effect: The Superior Jesus
How do we stay faithful to Christ when life gets tough? Dr. John begins his study of Hebrews 12-13, exploring how these final chapters serve as the practical application of the book's central theme: the supremacy of Jesus Christ. Written to Jewish Christians facing persecution and tempted to abandon their faith, Hebrews concludes with essential guidance on Christian endurance and faithfulness until death. Discover why understanding Jesus' supremacy changes everything about how we face life's trials and sufferings. The Jesus Effect: Faith in Jesus ought to make a difference in our lives. The good news is not simply a message of comfort or hope; the Gospel is a message of transformation! In this 10 message series, Dr. John teaches about the changes Jesus makes in our worship, conduct, and relationships. Listen to these messages and get ready to be changed.
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