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Preach, but Do Not Practice?

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Jesus says to listen and receive the Word in your heart but not follow the religious leaders’ actions.

Main Text: Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)

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Preach, but Do Not Practice?

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Jesus says to listen and receive the Word in your heart but not follow the religious leaders’ actions.

Main Text: Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)

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#Religion #pChuck Hartman #Up River Friends #URF #Honey Creek New Providence Friends #New Providence #Belvidere #Burlington

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More Than A Mere Helper 2:59

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Today’s episode explores Jesus’ response to temptation, emphasizing the deeper meaning of aid in the original Greek. It suggests that Jesus provides more than mere assistance; He offers comfort and support akin to a parent soothing a child. This reflects a profound understanding of help that goes beyond the English interpretation. Main Text : Hebrews 2:10-18 (ESV)…

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Believers: Part of God’s Chosen Family 2:59

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While this letter is written to a Jewish Christian audience, they are not the only ones who have a claim to being “offspring of Abraham.” According to passages such as Matthew 3:9 and Galatians 3:29, all who place faith in Christ are part of God’s chosen family. Main Text : Hebrews 2:10-18 (ESV)

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Jesus Identifies with Our Sorrow 2:59

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The crucial reason Jesus can give us confidence is through His example. He isn’t merely a detached spirit giving us orders. Jesus took on the sufferings that people experience, thus making His sacrifice and victory applicable to our lives. Main Text : Hebrews 2:10-18 (ESV)

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Jesus Identifies with Our Suffering 2:59

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This passage of Hebrews explains that Jesus was truly and fully human and refutes the idea that this would be shameful for God. The way Jesus suffered makes Him an entirely perfect substitute for humanity, allowing Him to comfort us with legitimate compassion (Hebrews 4:15) as One Who has experienced all of life’s struggles. The same struggles, hardships, and temptations that we face daily (Hebrews 2:18). Jesus can identify with our humanity in every way, except He never sinned. Main Text : Hebrews 2:10-18 (ESV)…

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The Captain of Our Salvation 2:59

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The phrase “founder of their salvation” in the Greek carries the idea of being a leader, a pioneer, or an example. Some translations use the English term “captain.” Main Text : Hebrews 2:10-18 (ESV)

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The Reality of God’s New Thing 14:59

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The new thing God did on earth was to give His One and Only Son to be the propitiation for our sins (1 John 2:2). The result of God’s new thing is the salvation of the believer, but that salvation includes but not limited to: never needing to fear the storms of life because Jesus is the first and last; never needing to fear in life, because Jesus lives forevermore; and never needing to fear death because Jesus holds ownership of the keys to death and the grave. Key points 1. God’s Sacrifice : God gave His Son as the sacrifice for humanity’s sins. 2. Salvation’s Impact : Believers receive salvation through this act. 3. Fearlessness in Life : Salvation includes freedom from fear during life’s challenges. 4. Eternal Assurance : Jesus is eternal, holding the keys to death and the grave. Main Text Revelation 1:9-18 (ESV)…

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For A Season 2:59

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Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the author of Hebrews states that for a season, Jesus—was made “lower” than other spiritual beings, in the sense that He abandoned His heavenly glory and put on flesh. Jesus’ incarnation served the purpose: He obtained a more significant victory. Main Text : Hebrews 2:1-9 (ESV)…

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Under His Feet 2:59

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Verse 8 states that God left nothing outside His control and put everything in subjection to Jesus. Everything in the sincere believer’s life is under Jesus’ feet. Every problem you face, every fear, even the joys and excitements of life, when we genuinely live submitted lives to Christ Jesus, everything is under His control. Main Text : Hebrews 2:1-9 (ESV)…

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Put on Flesh (Incarnate) 2:59

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Some first-century Jewish groups believed angels would rule at the end of days. Hebrews declares that the One given authority is not an angel. Main Text : Hebrews 2:1-9 (ESV)

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Without Excuse 2:59

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Thus, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? Indeed, the believer is without excuse. Main Text : Hebrews 2:1-9 (ESV)

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Closer Attention 2:59

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One of my professors used to say that when you witness the word “therefore,” you must stop and see why it’s ‘there for.’ the author goes on to say: “Therefore, we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.” Since there are false teachers and false gospels, Christians need to know the actual content of their faith so that counterfeit versions will not seduce them. Main Text : Hebrews 2:1-9 (ESV)…

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Jesus’ Resurrection: The Beginning of a New Thing 14:59

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Remember these four takeaways this Resurrection Sunday: Jesus’ resurrection has met our most impossible need. Jesus is alive; we are made overcomers: Live life knowing Jesus is alive. We must not forget His Word; we must keep reminding ourselves of His Truth. Finally, we must believe. Main Text : Luke 24:1-12 (ESV)…

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Jesus Was Before the Earth’s Foundations 2:59

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In Hebrews 1:14, the idea of the Promised One being a ruler is directly contrasted to the nature of angels as servants. Angels ministered to Jesus after he was tempted by the devil in the wilderness, providing care and support after his 40-day fast (Matthew 4:11 and Mark 1:13). Angels are also “sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation” (v14) according to Hebrews; this reality is established throughout the Scriptures. Like us, angels are created by God. Unlike us or angels, Jesus is eternal and was with God before the earth’s foundations. Main Text : Hebrews 1:8-14 (ESV)…

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Jesus is Trustworthy 2:59

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Thankfully, we can know with assurance that Jesus is our Savior and that He is the only Way to the Father. Jesus told us in the gospels that we must be born again and believe (John 3:16) and that He is the only Way to The Father (John 14:6). He also assures us that if we’ve seen Him, we have seen the Father (John 14:9). Main Text : Hebrews 1:8-14 (ESV)…

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Father, Son, Holy Spirit 2:59

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In Acts 4:24, the apostles faced difficulties. They began their prayer: “Sovereign Lord, who made the heaven and the earth and the sea and everything in them.” The apostles were saying: “Before we come to You with our problems, we recognize You, Jesus, as The Creator. Since You create everything from nothing, our problem will be a piece of cake. Like the apostles, we must say: “‘You, Lord, laid the foundation of the earth in the beginning,’ my problems are not too complex for You to manage.” Main Text : Hebrews 1:8-14 (ESV)…

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Jesus: Part of the Godhead 2:59

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The Father anointed The Son with The Holy Spirit beyond His companions. As Jesus begins His earthly ministry, the Holy Spirit descends upon Him like a dove (Matthew 3:16-17, Mark 1:10, Luke 3:21-22, and John 1:32-34). The Holy Spirit was with Jesus as He made Himself the ultimate sacrifice. The Holy Spirit was involved in Jesus’ resurrection; thus, Jesus was anointed with the oil of gladness beyond His companions. Main Text : Hebrews 1:8-14 (ESV)…

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Jesus: King Eternal 2:59

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Today, for all who place faith in the Godhead’s atoning work, you will experience life more abundantly and freely and become a citizen of this eternal kingdom where life, liberty, and justice exist for all. Under the sovereignty of the Godhead, you will never lack for any good thing. Main Text : Hebrews 1:8-14 (ESV)…

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Jesus’ Triumphal Entry: Preparation for a New Thing 14:59

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The triumphal entry is one of the few accounts from Jesus’ life that appears in all four Gospels (Matthew 21:1-17; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:29-40; John 12:12-19). In Luke’s narrative, Jesus tells two disciples to go ahead of Him and get a donkey colt (19:31). Please do not neglect the dynamics many in the crowd overlooked that day. The people expected an Israeli military messiah. Instead, they received The Messiah of the world. The people looked for a warrior to alleviate their political rivals. Instead, they welcomed the warrior Who destroyed their greatest adversaries: death, hell, and the grave. The people were cheering The One they thought would restore David’s throne. Instead, they acclaimed The One Who is seated at The Sovereign Majesty’s right hand on high (Hebrews 1:3). Main Text: Luke 19:28-40 (ESV)…

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Jesus: A Person of the Godhead 2:59

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Hebrews states: God makes His angels messengers and servants. We, too, are messengers and servants, but through Christ Jesus, we are additionally the adopted children of God. We bring a unique worship that angels cannot bring to the throne of God. We worship The Godhead as Their redeemed. Redeemed by the Blood of The Lamb. Main Text : Hebrews 1:1-7 (ESV)…

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Jesus Is Worth of Worship 2:59

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I have had people argue that worship belongs solely to God, not Jesus; however, in Titus 2:13, the Apostle Paul writes, “Our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.” Peter agrees with Paul when he writes, “Jesus Christ, our God, and Savior” (2 Peter 1:1). In Hebrews, the writer expresses that even the angels worship Jesus. Jesus is worthy of our worship. Main Text : Hebrews 1:1-7 (ESV)…

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The Most Excellent Name 2:59

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The Godheads’ first recorded words in Scripture are: “Let there be light” (Genesis 1:3). Hebrews express that Jesus is the ‘radiance’ of the glory of God. Jesus, after making purification for humanity’s sins, sat down at the right hand of The Majesty, having become as much superior to angels as the Name He has inherited is more excellent than theirs. Main Text : Hebrews 1:1-7 (ESV)…

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God Speaks Through His Son 2:59

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God had spoken through countless prophets. God had spoken through angels. God had been the “handwriting on the wall” (Daniel 5); God had once spoken a warning through a donkey (Numbers 22:21-39). God had spoken from the Ark of the Covenant to a boy named Samual (1 Samuel 3). Still, for the first time in human history, since the fall, God spoke face-to-face with humanity through His dear Son, Jesus, The Christ. Main Text : Hebrews 1:1-7 (ESV)…

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God is the Author 2:59

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We do not know who wrote the book of Hebrews; however, God has always used humans to write His thoughts, and no group of human writers could write with such clarity, comprising 66 books over approximately 1,500 years without divine guidance. Thus, God is the actual author of Hebrews. Main Text : Hebrews 1:1-7 (ESV)…

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Jesus Alone Can Save 14:59

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1) Jesus Alone Can Save, but it is on His terms; 2) Jesus Alone Can Save, but when and where He is welcome; and 3) Jesus Alone Can Save and can save to the uttermost. To hear this message in its entirety: https://www.youtube.com/@FriendlyConnection Main Text : Luke 4:23-36 (ESV)

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Real or Superficial? 2:59

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As believers, Jesus commands that we are the real deal. Jesus sets an example for us, particularly related to acts of love, humility, and service. Anything more or less is superficial evangelism. Main Text : Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)

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Why Do You Call Me Lord? 2:59

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Unlike the religious leaders, Jesus did nothing to be seen or praised by others. Jesus said, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:28-30). Main Text : Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)…

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Do Your Actions Match The Word? 2:59

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Jesus reminds His audience to listen to the reading of God’s Word when it is read in the synagogue but not to follow the religious leaders’ actions. The actions of the religious leaders did not match the Biblical command set forth by God through the lawgiver Moses. Unfortunately, this picture represents the current state of the church more and more every day. Outwardly, we appear healthy, but inwardly, we are full of hypocrisy and lawlessness (Matthew 23:27-28), to the point of setting up Hollywood idols and political leaders as the objects of our worship. Main Text : Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)…

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Preach, but Do Not Practice? 2:59

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Jesus says to listen and receive the Word in your heart but not follow the religious leaders’ actions. Main Text : Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)

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What Good is That? 2:59

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I am reminded of the old adage, “I’d rather see a sermon than hear one.” James says in his epistle to the church, ‘Be doers of the Word, and not hearers only’ (James 1:22a). Main Text : Matthew 23:1-7 (ESV)

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Jesus Can Identify with Us (pt. 2 of 2) 14:59

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Because Jesus identifies with us, He understands how much we need the Holy Spirit. Jesus understands we must know that we are children of God. Jesus understands our need to worship. Jesus understands our enemy’s traps. Jesus understands we need to know Scripture. Jesus can identify with us in every way because He has been tempted in every way, just like us. So, like the writer of Hebrews has said: “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Main Text : Luke 4:1-13 (ESV)…

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Jesus Can Identify with Us (pt. 1 of 2) 14:59

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Because Jesus identifies with us, He understands how much we need the Holy Spirit. Jesus understands we must know that we are children of God. Jesus understands our need to worship. Jesus understands our enemy’s traps. Jesus understands we need to know Scripture. Jesus can identify with us in every way because He has been tempted in every way, just like us. So, like the writer of Hebrews has said: “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Main Text : Luke 4:1-13 (ESV)…

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The True Vine: Abide in Jesus 2:59

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After Jesus’ ascension into heaven, we see the eleven remaining apostles abiding in The Vine and producing great fruit for the kingdom. Main Text : John 15:1-5 (ESV)

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The True Vine: Abide in Me 2:59

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“Abide in Me,” Jesus says. It’s the same for us today. We must stay connected to The Source of all Life: Jesus. Main Text : John 15:1-5 (ESV)

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The True Vine: You are Clean 2:59

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The apostles would produce much fruit for the kingdom of God. You and I can, too. First, we must be born again (John 3:1-21). Second, we must be hearers of God’s Word and doers (James 1:22-25). Main Text : John 15:1-5 (ESV)

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The True Vine: Pruning and Taking Away 2:59

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Considering how vital the removed growth is for producing fruit, despite the stress, pruning is essential for a branch’s long-term health as it encourages new growth, increases fruit production, and controls overcrowding. Main Text : John 15:1-5 (ESV)

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The True Vine: Being and Becoming 2:59

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Jesus is the true “Being” (Hebrews 13:8). We call ourselves “beings,” but we are “becomings.” Jesus is the True Vine because He is The True Being. Main Text : John 15:1-5 (ESV)

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Three Excuses: Teaching Moments 2:59

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King David’s response to sin after he asked God for forgiveness is: May my former transgressions be teaching moments for others. Main Text : Genesis 3:8-13 (ESV)

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Three Excuses: I Am Without Excuses 2:59

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Three excuses were offered to God when the first couple sinned. King David could have made these same three excuses when Nathan confronted him over his sin with Bathsheba. David demonstrates an utterly different heart toward his shortcomings and hypocrisy. Main Text : Genesis 3:8-13 (ESV)

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Three Excuses: Number Three 2:59

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Three excuses were offered to God when the first couple sinned. The second excuse is still given to God today, especially by those who express faith in Christ. Main Text : Genesis 3:8-13 (ESV)

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Three Excuses: Number Two 2:59

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Three excuses were offered to God when the first couple sinned. The second excuse is still given to God today. At the heart of this excuse is blaming others and blaming God. Main Text : Genesis 3:8-13 (ESV)

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Untitled EpisodeThree Excuses: Number One 2:59

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Three excuses were offered to God when the first couple sinned. The first is the most common excuse offered to God. Main Text : Genesis 3:8-13 (ESV)

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