01) Basic Principles (Hebrews 5:11-6:8)
2018 June 3
The Hebrew writer is concerned about the lack of growth of those he writes to and so reminds us of the fundamentals of Christianity which are vital for our growth and he encourages to grow to maturity so that we can become teachers (which doesn’t necessarily equate to evangelism).
- Slides (PDF with notes)
02) God and Christ (Acts 17:16-34)
2018 June 10
While not explicitly stated in this passage, it’s clear that an important part of the foundation is an understanding of who God and Jesus are. Paul helps us to understand that this glorious immortal God desires a relationship with us, that we should seek him, find him and repent.
- Slides (PDF, with notes)
03) Oracles, Word, & Doctrine (1 Thessalonians 2:13)
2018 June 24
Foundational to our faith is the understanding that the Scriptures are the words of God, given to us by God through the Spirit and the prophets so that we can grow in Christ.
- Slides (PDF, with notes)
04) Dead Works (Hebrews 6:1)
2018 July 15
Dead works are those actions we take of our own initiative in order to appease the wrath of God (or even gods). These are failures to understand God and salvation. It is only in the free gift of grace through Jesus Christ that we can be saved.
- Slides (pdf with notes)
05) Repentance (Luke 15:17)
2018 July 22
The parable Jesus told of the lost son provides an excellent lesson about repentance and reconciliation for both the sons.
- Slides (PDF with notes)
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06) Don’t Take a Leap of “Faith”! (Hebrews 11:1)
2018 August 5
The modern definition of faith is the opposite of how God speaks of faith. In this lesson, we’ll learn what faith is really about and why it makes more sense than the way it is often disparaged today.
- Slides (PDF, with notes)
07) Only Believe! (Mark 5:23-41)
2018 August 12
There’s more to faith than just knowing the truth. In this lesson, we’ll see from two of Jesus healings that faith hopes in God, seeks God, holds nothing back from God and pleases God.
- Slides (PDF with notes)
o8) Faith Counts! (Genesis 15:6)
2018 August 19
Jehovah counted Abraham’s faith as righteousness, and tells us that it is an example for all who believe. In this lesson, we’ll learn about why faith counts as righteousness, and why faith pleases our Father.
- Slides (PDF, with notes)
This is only partial audio for this lesson. I forgot to start the audio. You might get the gist by looking at the PDF slides (above) and looking at the notes. Sorry.
09) You Follow Me: Walking by Faith (2 Corinthians 5:7)
2018 August 26
Peter provides and excellent example of what it means to follow Jesus and walk by faith. Faith will change your life, but there are still stumbling blocks that must be overcome.
- Slides (PDF with notes)
10) Washings: Mark 7:1-23
2018 September 2
Foundational to our faith, the Hebrew writer says, is instruction about washings. Washing have an important role in cleansing us so that we may approach our Father by faith.
- Slides (PDF, with notes)
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11) Baptism Saves You
2018 September 9
12) I Bin Baptized
2018 September 16
Robert Turner wrote a poem called “Ticket to Heaven”, reminding us that baptism is the beginning of our relationship with God and we must continue living in His grace and confidence.
13) The Laying on of Hands in the Old Testament (Hebrews 6:2)
2018 October 21
Of all the basics, we’re the most uncomfortable and perhaps have some ignorance of laying on of hands. While the others are generally seen as being essential to our salvation and relationship with God, we wonder where laying on of hands fits in our salvation and lives. We’ll begin exploring the history of laying on of hands in the Old Testament and see that it is a significant part of our faith (although nothing physically passes on in the laying on of the hands).
14) Laying on of Hands in the New Testament – 1
2018 October 28
Examples of laying on of hands by Jesus in healing and blessing children and the Saints, in particular the giving of the gifts of the Spirit.
15) Laying On Of Hands in the New Testament 2 (Hebrews 6:2)
2018 November 4
Laying on of Hands by saints for healing and commission.
16) Laying on of Hands: The Example of Timothy
2018 November 11
Timothy provides us with three examples of the laying on of hands. In this concluding lesson, we’ll think about what the Hebrew writer is referring to in this passage. We’ll also consider whether laying on of hands is something that we should still do today and why it should be done.
17) Dead Lions
2018 December 2
What if there is no resurrection of the dead? Considered from the perspective of the no God, the Greeks, the Sadducees, and even some Christians. There are serious consequences not just for this life, but for the life to come.
- Slides (PDF with notes)
18) The Living One (Revelation 1:18)
2018 December 9
Understanding the resurrection of Jesus is so important for our faith. In this lesson we examine the reasons why it is reasonable to believe in the resurrection and why it matters to us.
19) The God of the Living (Matthew 22:32)
2018 December 16
The Scriptures clearly reveal that our Father is God of the living, not the dead. He has shown us that he has the power to raise the dead and provide us with new, spiritual bodies. How does the resurrection figure into my life each day? It reminds me of the reign of God, and to hope in Him. It encourages me to be pure in my life and be steadfast in His service.
20) Our God Knows How to Judge
2019 February 17
Jude 5-7; 14-16; 2 Peter 3:4-13: God knows how to judge those who are unbelievers, rebellious, immoral, ungodly and wicked, corrupt and violent. It’s vital that we understand this aspect of who God is when so many try to deny it.
21) The Righteous Judgment of God
2019 February 24
Romans 1-3: Paul helps us to understand not only that there is a judgment based on the gospel and our works and hearts, but that through faith in Jesus we can be justified and face that judgment knowing that we are right before our Father.
22) Go On To Maturity (Consequences of Not Pressing On)
2019 March 10
Hebrews 6:1: Understanding the elementary principles is just the beginning, we must be sure that we go on to maturity, pressing on, straining forward. The consequences are dire: we remain children, we are easily bewitched, our end is death, destruction and to be burned.
23) Go On To Maturity — Wisdom
2019 March 17
Understanding the elementary principles is just the beginning, we must be sure that we go on to maturity, pressing on, straining forward. One goal of maturity is wisdom which is gained from God’s word.
24) Go On to Maturity – Holiness (part 1)
2019 April 14
An important aspect of maturity in a follower of Jesus is holiness. In this lesson we’ll deal with two struggles we have with the idea of being holy. First that through Christ we are holy. Second helping us to better understand what holiness is.
25) Go On to Maturity — Completing Holiness
2019 April 21
How do we bring holiness to completion? Paul teaches us to separate ourselves from the world choosing to fear God. The Hebrew writer reminds us to look to our God praising him and helping our neighbors.
26) Go On to Maturity — Steadfast Hope
2019 May 12
Those who go on to maturity live with a steadfast hope. This hope changes how we live our lives, in holiness, the fear of God and loving one another. What keeps us going on the path is learning to rejoice in Hope especially when suffering.
27) Go On to Maturity: Job’s Steadfastness
2019 May 20
Job provides a wonderful example of how a mature righteous man endures suffering. James summarizes the lessons to be learned from Job. We must remember the Purpose of God; and we must remember the compassion and mercy of God.
28) Go On to Maturity — Let Us Go Out to Him
2019 May 26
Some of the Hebrew Christians had endured so much persecution that they were tempted to return to following the Law of Moses. In this lesson, we’ll see how the writer helps them by pointing to the example of Jesus and seeing that Jesus endured because he knew who he was, he knew his purpose and he knew where he was going.
30) Go On to Maturity – LOVE
2019 June 16
1 Corinthians 13; 1 Timothy 1:5; Colossians 3:14. We must press on to maturity and the epitome of maturity is love: it’s the more excellent way; it is our purpose; and we must put it on.