Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 26, 2023
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Hebrews 12. This chapter gives three examples of how believers can understand the way we order our lives around faith. The christian life looks like a race, a family, and a kingdom that can’t be shaken. These pictures empower us to cultivate endurance in our lives and grow in holiness.
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Monday: Read Hebrews 12 & Genesis 25-26
To run the race God has set for us, we must let go of the weight that slows us down. How can we do that? First, choose friends committed to the race, which can encourage us in our faith, pray for us and hold us accountable. We were not created to run this race alone.
Tuesday: Read Hebrews 12 & Genesis 27-28
No one enjoys discipline and correction, but God’s discipline shows His love for us. Is there a “shaking” going on in your life? If so, how will you choose to respond? In anger, self-pity, or graciously surrender to what God is doing in your life.
Wednesday: Read Hebrews 12 & Deuteronomy 29
Moses warned the people of Israel about the root that bears bitter fruit. When we lose sight of the grace of God, or when we allow disappointment with God or others to nurture, the heart of unbelief can develop. So, when you recognize bitterness or hurt rising, immediately ask the Holy Spirit to remove it from you.
Thursday: Read Hebrews 12 & 13
In our reading earlier this week in Genesis, we saw through Esau’s life that sins sometimes have lasting consequences. Esau took his eyes off God’s promise and traded everything for a meal. How often do we make decisions based on what we want right now instead of keeping our eyes on God’s promises?