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Jesus: Our Perfection

March 27, 2022 • Stephen Putbrese • Hebrews 7:11–28

Perfectionism is the tendency to demand of others or of oneself an extremely high or even flawless level of performance, in excess of what is required by the situation. While that may seem like a minor issue, it often leaves us fearful of making mistakes, indecisive, hyper-critical, and insecure.

How do you deal with perfectionism? The problem is that deep down, we all know we should be perfect. To simply say "you're good enough" won't do because we know we're just lowering the bar. However, to pursue perfection on our own is crushing because we can never seem to get there. In Jesus, God has provided a different and better way to perfection that simultaneously allows you to be in process.

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Intro: A Jesus-Centered Life

January 23, 2022 • Stephen Putbrese • Hebrews 1:1–4

The book of Hebrews is one of the most profound and mysterious books of the entire Bible. While many of the details surrounding the book are unclear, its main purpose is very clear - Jesus is supreme over everything and life is meant to revolve around Him. Even though the book is highly theological, its impact is meant to be highly practical. The truth and meaning of Jesus aren't simply doctrine to be believed, but power to live by. This teaching begins the book of Hebrews by exploring what a Jesus-Centered life looks like.

Jesus: Our Salvation

January 30, 2022 • Stephen Putbrese • Hebrews 1:5—2:9

Angels are often misunderstood. Most of our conception of angels is influenced more by pop culture than any religious text. After describing the true nature of angels, the author of Hebrews makes the argument from the OT scriptures that although angels are very powerful, Jesus is superior to them. If Jesus is superior to angels and anything close to what the author claims him to be, he cannot be ignored. Further, salvation through him cannot be ignored because it is so great a salvation. Everyone wants to find salvation - meaning, to escape this present reality and not be subject to its brokenness and our failings. Today's teaching shows why the salvation of Jesus is the deliverance we're all looking for.

Jesus: Our Brother

February 6, 2022 • Stephen Putbrese • Hebrews 2:10–18

So far, Hebrews has focused mostly on the deity of Jesus. This week, the author shifts to emphasize the humanity of Jesus. Jesus was and is fully God and fully man. This isn't just a doctrinal statement - it has profound implications for our lives. If Jesus lived a fully and truly human life, he knows how to relate to us. Further, he wasn't simply a man, but relates to those who trust him as a brother.