Tag Archives: Hebrews

Facing Opposition by James R. Coggins

Posted on November 8, 2023 by jrcoggins

Reading Hebrews 12 recently, I was struck by one verse: “Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart” (verse 3, NIV). Writing to Christians facing persecution in the Roman Empire, … Continue reading →

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Moses’ Courage by James R. Coggins

Posted on October 25, 2023 by jrcoggins

Commentators have been troubled by this New Testament statement about Moses: “By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger” (Hebrews 11:27). The original Old Testament story says that when it became known that Moses had killed an Egyptian who … Continue reading →

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Jesus and Angels by James R. Coggins

Posted on August 30, 2023 by jrcoggins

Hebrews 1:1-2:4 is another Bible passage where our preconceived ideas have limited our understanding. Hebrews 1 starts by saying, “In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has … Continue reading →

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Who Is Jesus? by James R. Coggins

Posted on August 16, 2023 by jrcoggins

What do we think of when we hear the name “Jesus”? How do we picture Him? The baby in the manger in Bethlehem? The rabbi walking the streets of Galilee and Judea, preaching good news and healing people? Hebrews 1:1-4 … Continue reading →

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The Radiance of God’s Glory by Tara Randel

Posted on October 17, 2022 by tararandel

Recently I have been doing a Bible study in the book of Hebrews. As many times as I’ve read the words, I never did an in-depth study. There is something to be said about opening a book and doing some … Continue reading →

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Get On the Right Path for 2014 by Tara Randel

Posted on January 30, 2014 by tararandel

At the church I attend, my pastor has declared 2014 as the Year of the Sword. This year we are going to read the Word of God more and listen to what God has to say to us. For the … Continue reading →