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↓Audio link to the sermon: This is the second message from “without faith, it is impossible to please God”. (Hebrews11:6) We have already pointed out that the whole chapter of Hebrews 11 is written within the context of a recommendation to live in endurance and run toward the goal. Among the recommendations that begin at 10:19, it encourages us by giving us some examples from the Old Testament. We also want to follow these great men of faith, not lose sight of our goals while grasping the word of God even in trials and difficulties. This time, we will learn from Abraham, who is called the Father of Faith in

Perhaps some of you are wondering if I’m going to preach about love today since it is Valentines Day. While that is true, in the historical Christian calendar today is Transfiguration Sunday. It is the day when churches around the world once again look at the event that took place on a mountain top with only three disciples present; Peter, James and John. The transfiguration was a sign from God that revealed who Jesus was. This year, as I have once again returned to this passage I am reminded of the significance of words. Words are important. They can carry great weight and bring forth all kinds of consequences. Just

Today’s message is from Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith it is impossible to please God.” In my previous message, I pointed out that the whole chapter 11 is about faith, but it is written in the context of a recommendation to live with patience. Among the recommendations that begin at 10:19, the author encourages us by giving us some examples of people of faith from the Old Testament. We also want to follow these great figures, hold on to the word of God, and not to lose sight of our goals even in our trials and difficulties. Now, please read Hebrews 11: 1-7. In Hebrews 11: 1, the definition of

↓Audio link to the sermon: Today’s message is from Hebrews 10:38, “But my righteous one will live by faith.” As I mentioned in the previous message, this scripture is a quote from Habakkuk 2:4. Those who believe in Christ are made justified and begin their journey of faith. Even in trials and difficulties, let us hold on to the word of God, have faith in heaven, and not lose sight of our goals. We would like to think about the word, faith today applying to our lives. Now, please read Hebrews 10: 37-11: 7.  Last week’s message theme was “You need to persevere so that… you will receive what he

　↓Audio link to the sermon: Today’s message is from Hebrews 10:36,「You need to persevere so that (when you have done the will of God), you will receive what he has promised.」Patience and faith, these words are central to today’s message. As pointed out in a previous message, the Early Church was about to go through a great persecution. In such an environment, many people seem to have abandoned their faith in Christ and tried to return to Judaism. As a result, strict warnings were given to these people. Along with harsh warnings, today’s passage encourages believers who are in difficult environments, with words of conviction, great reward, and patience. Now,

　↓Audio link to the sermon:  Today’s message is from Hebrews 10:22, “Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart.” Last time, I spoke from Hebrews 10:10, “We have been made holy.” You and I are forgiven of our sins through the cross of Christ. God sees us in faith as holy, and we can boldly come before Him. That was a brief summary of my previous message. In fact, we have completed our study in the theory of Christology as the high priest, which was from Chapter 5 to the previous passage. Today’s passage contains practical, important teachings based on what we have learned so far. Now, please

Mark 1:4-11 There are some passages in the bible that are hard to explain theologically. Like Jesus getting baptized in the River Jordan by John. It just doesn’t make sense theologically. After all, John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance and forgiveness. But our theology maintains that Jesus was without sin. So why would Jesus receive this baptism? Theologians and biblical scholars offer various explanations, but if you read them carefully, none of them are very convincing. It really is a sticky problem if you try to figure it out in theological terms. If you read Matthew’s account it actually mentions that John didn’t like the idea of baptizing Jesus