Hebrews 8
A New Plan with Israel 1-2 In essence, we have just such a high priest: authoritative right alongside God, conducting worship in the one true sanctuary built by God. 3-5…
Hebrews 9
A Visible Parable 1-5 That first plan contained directions for worship, and a specially designed place of worship. A large outer tent was set up. The lampstand, the table, and…
Hebrews 10
The Sacrifice of Jesus 1-10 The old plan was only a hint of the good things in the new plan. Since that old “law plan” wasn’t complete in itself, it…
Hebrews 11
Faith in What We Don’t See 1-2 The fundamental fact of existence is that this trust in God, this faith, is the firm foundation under everything that makes life worth…
Hebrews 12
Discipline in a Long-Distance Race 1-3 Do you see what this means—all these pioneers who blazed the way, all these veterans cheering us on? It means we’d better get on…
Hebrews 13
Jesus Doesn’t Change 1-4 Stay on good terms with each other, held together by love. Be ready with a meal or a bed when it’s needed. Why, some have extended…
James 1
1 I, James, am a slave of God and the Master Jesus, writing to the twelve tribes scattered to Kingdom Come: Hello! Faith Under Pressure 2-4 Consider it a sheer…
James 2
The Royal Rule of Love 1-4 My dear friends, don’t let public opinion influence how you live out our glorious, Christ-originated faith. If a man enters your church wearing an…
James 3
When You Open Your Mouth 1-2 Don’t be in any rush to become a teacher, my friends. Teaching is highly responsible work. Teachers are held to the strictest standards. And…
James 4
Get Serious 1-2 Where do you think all these appalling wars and quarrels come from? Do you think they just happen? Think again. They come about because you want your…