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Luke 12:4-12 - Why You Should Fear God Instead of Man - November 24, 2024.
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In this passage Jesus addresses the idea of who we ought to fear. When faced with situations in our life where we have to chose to do the right thing or not, one of the motivations is going to be fear of God versus fear of man. If we are going to follow Christ, we must fear God, which isn't always easy.…
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Luke 11:45-12:3 - Some Woes For The Lawyers As Well - November 17, 2024
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Jesus has just laid into the Pharisees, and now he has a few words for the lawyers as well. May we take the rebukes Jesus' here seriously, and evaluate if we have fallen into the same sins and need to repent.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 11:31-44 - It's Time To Offend Some Pharisees - November 10, 2024
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In this passage Jesus take aim at the Pharisees and some of the glaring sins. Let it be a warning to the church, that we might not fall into these same sins, and be brought to repentance in the areas where we have looked more like the Pharisees than Christ.Af Evergreen Chapel
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2 Timothy 3:12-4:5 - Reformation Sunday: Sola Scriptura - October 27, 2024
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In this sermon we look at the foundational doctrine of the Protestant Reformation, Sola Scriptura. Is God's Word sufficient as the infallible rule of the church, or should we be looking for another? Join us as we look at the history of Sola Scriptura and why it still matters today.Af Evergreen Chapel
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1 Corinthians 12:1-31 - Living As Part of Christ's Body - November 23, 2024 - John Bellingham
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One analogy used of the local church of Jesus Christ is the body. In this sermon, we look at what it means to be a part of that body and why every Christian should be part of a local body. The beauty of the body is that though there is diversity in its parts, there is unity in its purpose.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Proverbs 3:1-12 - The Infinite Value of Wisdom - October 20, 2024 - Tom Musetti
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The book of Proverbs can be difficult to study. We can sometimes get overwhelmed. Well in this sermon, we look at the value of wisdom, and an introductory sermon on how to study the book of Proverbs to reap all of its wisdom and value.Af Evergreen Chapel
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - Giving Thanks In All Circumstances - October 13, 2024 - Alex Kloosterman
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In this sermon, we look at what it means to give thanks in all circumstances. Paul, who went through more than most of us ever will, was able to say these words. But how? And how can we?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 11:33-36 - The Light for All to See - September 22, 2024
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This is a difficult passage, but a great treasure of God's word. In this sermon we look at Jesus Christ as the light of the world, how we embrace that light, and how we become that light for the advancement of his kingdom.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 11:29-32 - The Truth is Right in Front of You - September 15, 2024
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In this passage Jesus addresses those who would ask for a sign, despite the truth being before their very eyes. We don't need signs, what we need are changed hearts.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Philippians 2:1-11 - There Is No “I” in Team, but There Are Many “I’s” in Division - September 8, 2024
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One of the greatest dangers to a church, a marriage, a friendship, or any other relationship, is a lack of unity and division. The New Testament authors constantly warn churches against the danger of disunity, and in this sermon we look at one of those warnings. How can you become more united as a church and in any relationships you have?…
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Luke 11:24-28 - The Danger of Reformation Without Regeneration - September 1, 2024
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Wouldn't it be so great if our world embraced the morals of the Bible? We may not be able to win them to Christ, but what if we could win them to the morals of Christ instead? Well it sounds good, but there is a big problem with that. Moral reformation without spiritual regeneration leads nowhere but down. Join us as we study Luke 11:24-28 to see J…
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Luke 11:14-23 - The Cosmic Battle Raging On - August 25, 2024
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In this passage we look at an instance of Jesus casting out a demon. But the focus of the passage is not so much on the individual demon, but on the power and authority of Christ in the cosmic war that is raging on. How do we respond to this power and authority and what is our role to play in the battle?…
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Luke 11:5-13 - How We Approach God in Prayer - August 4, 2024
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In the previous sermon, we looked at the question of "what we pray" and the Lord's Prayer. In this sermon, we follow that up and look at our attitude in prayer. What can we expect from God in our prayers? How bold should we be in our requests? What type of God are we approaching?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 11:1-4 - Lord Teach Us to Pray - July 28, 2024
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Prayer is an area where very few people will say they are satisfied in their current prayer life. Which is sad, because prayer is so foundational to our Christian walk. In this passage we look at the famous "Lord's Prayer", and how we can pray in the way our Lord commanded us.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Ephesians 5:15-21 - A Biblical Approach to Music in Worship - July 21, 2024
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In this sermon, we look at the three important questions: Why do we sing? What do we sing? and how do we sing? Music was God's idea and invention that was gifted to mankind to be used for his purposes. God takes it seriously when we stray from those purposes, or when we begin to think we have the freedom to do whatever we want when it comes to sing…
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Luke 10:38-42 - How to Be a Mary in a Martha World - July 14, 2024
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We live in a busy world. We are very production oriented. There is lots to do in this world for our families and our churches and our community. But is it possible that we might be missing Jesus in the busyness of life? Join us as we look at how to serve and love Christ supremely in a busy world.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 10:25-37 - Jesus is The Good Samaritan, Not You - July 7, 2024
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In this sermon we look at the very familiar passage of the Good Samaritan. We all know the story and the lesson from it. Love your neighbour as yourself, be a compassionate person, help those in need, and so on. But what if the parable of the Good Samaritan is less about how to be a good neighbour, and more about how you're not a good neighbour, an…
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Hebrews 11 - God Creates and Redeems So We Can Build - June 30, 2024 - Alex Kloosterman
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God has created and redeemed his people to be builders. This building must be done in faith, and requires us to develop certain qualities of character. This week we will consider the qualities of faith-filled builders.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 10:1-24 - Living as Kingdom Builders - June 23, 2024
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We encounter a very similar passage to the one we looked at in Luke 9 when Jesus sends out the 12 apostles. And once again we are reminded of the responsibility of the church to partake is the spread of the kingdom of God. The kingdom of God is the theme of the Bible, and it must be as important to us as it is to God. Listen to find out what Christ…
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Luke 9:57-62 - There Are No Half-Committed Followers of Jesus - June 16, 2024
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The passage we look at in this sermon is certainly one of the more challenging passages in the Bible. Jesus doesn't pull any punches, and very clearly re-establishes the cost of being his follower. And the cost is huge. But it is worth it!Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 9:51-56 - How to View Those Who Oppose You - June 9, 2024
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Rejection and opposition can be very frustrating. And because it is something that Jesus promises will happen as we are being obedient to him and his mission, it is something the Christian needs to learn how to deal with. So how do we respond to rejection and opposition in a Christlike way?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 9:49-50 - How to View Other Christians - June 2, 2024
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In this passage, Jesus gives his disciples yet another rebuke. And this time, he is rebuking them for how they view others who aren't part of their group. How should we view and relate to other Christians who aren't part of out group? Are they competition or companions? Enemies or allies? How does this play itself out in our conversations and relat…
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Luke 9:46-48 - True Greatness - May 28, 2024
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We define greatness in many ways, but how does God define it? In this sermon we look at the danger of pride and the blessedness of humility. How do we fight our greatest enemy, pride, and cultivate our greatest friend, humility? Join us and find out!Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 9:37-45 - A Call to Faith - May 19th
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In this passage, the disciples encounter a particularly evil demon. They are unable to cast it out. Now is that because of lack of skill, lack of trying, or lack of faith? Turns out it is the latter. And there are serious consequences when the people of God are lacking faith!Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 9:28-36 - The Glory of Christ - May 12, 2024
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G.K.Chesterton said, "For when we cease to worship God, we do not worship nothing, we worship anything". We are people who are made to worship and behold. When we sin, we are worshipping something that shouldn't be worshipped. The solution to our worship problem, is not to stop worshipping, but to start worshipping the only one who is worthy of our…
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Luke 9:18-27 - So You Want to Follow Jesus, Do You? - May 5, 2024
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In this sermon, we look at one of the most challenging passages of Scripture. Jesus begins by clarifying who he is, and he goes on to instruct his disciples on what that entails for them. If he truly is the Christ, what does that mean for those who are going to follow him? It's not a stroll in the park, that's for sure!…
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Luke 9:10-17 - Jesus is Jehovah Jireh - April 28, 2024
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In this sermon we look at the very well known parable of Jesus feeding the five thousand. One clear truth is being communicated in this passage: God provides! And though we all probably know that, when difficult times come, we often forget it. May this serve as a reminder that the Lord will provide for you your every need!…
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Luke 9:1-9 - Sharing in the Work of Christ - April 21, 2024
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It's time for the disciples of Jesus to start sharing in the work of Christ. What does that look like? What mindset should we have when doing it? And what responses should we expect when doing it? We look at all of these in today's sermon!Af Evergreen Chapel
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1 Peter 4;7-11 - Get your Priorities Straight! - April 14, 2024 - Andrew Zwart
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Ephesians 6:1-3 - Honouring Your Father and Mother at All Stages of Life - April 7, 2024
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The command to honour your father and mother was given in the 10 commandments and repeated on several occasions throughout. It is very important to God! But what does it look like to honour your father and mother at all stages of life? As a child? A teenager? A young adult? In their old age? In this sermon we explore the answers to that question!…
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1 Corinthians 15:12-20 - If Jesus Didn't Rise, We are in BIG Trouble - Easter Sunday - March 31, 2024
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The Resurrection of Christ is at the center of Christian faith and doctrine. If there is no resurrection, there is no Christianity. Paul makes it very clear in this passage that to deny the resurrection is going to come with some serious consequences.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Mark 15:33-39 - Why Have You Forsaken Me? - Good Friday - March 29, 2024
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Some of the last words Jesus cried out were "why have you forsaken me?" What does this mean? Was Jesus forsaken by God? If so, how? And what was actually accomplished on the cross?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Ezekiel 34:1-10 - The Role of a Fathers - March 17, 2024
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In this sermon we look at the role of a father. Specifically, the father as the shepherd or pastor of his family. What does it mean to be the shepherd of your family, and how important is the task? Very important. So how can we be walking a good and godly family shepherds?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Various Passages - The Importance of the Family - March 10, 2023
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How important is the family? In God's grand plan, what role does the family actually play? In this sermon, we will look at why the family is integral to the plan of God and that if we forsake the family, there will be serious consequences to that. The family is under attack today, and Christians must stand for the family.…
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Philippians 3:1-14 - Counting Everything a Loss Compared to Knowing Christ - March 4, 2024 - Rowland Taylor
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An encouragement to trust fully in Christ and His righteousness, rather than our own, and count everything as worthless compared to knowing Him. To focus fully on the Prize of becoming more like Christ as we serve him and one another.Af Evergreen Chapel
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1 Corinthians 7 - Singleness and Dating - February 25, 2024
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AS the last sermon on the "marriage" component of our marriage and family series, we are going to be looking at singleness. Many people in and outside the church have many different views on singleness. Some of them are good, while others are harmful. In this sermon we are looking at what the Bible teaches regarding singleness, and how we can glori…
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Various Passages - Physical Intimacy in Marriage - February 18, 2024
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Many couples struggle with physical intimacy in marriage. Which is sad, because intimacy is a key component to any marriage that is going to flourish and thrive as God designed it. In this sermon we talk about why God has given us physical intimacy, and how to pursue it to the glory of God!Af Evergreen Chapel
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James 4:1-10 - Conflict in Marriage - February 11, 2024
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Conflict in marriage stinks. We need to get to the bottom of it. What is the real reason for conflict in marriage? Bad communication, a stressful life, a spouse that sins to much? Why do we fight and quarrel with one another? And once we figure that out, how do we deal with it? In this sermon we look at what conflict is and how to remove it from yo…
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Ephesians 5:22-24, 33 -A Wife's Role in Marriage - February 4, 2024
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Husbands are not the only ones given a special role in marriage. Wives have an essential role that compliments their husbands, and completes a godly marriage. In this sermon, we love at three three main roles/duties/responsibilities of wives in marriage.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Ephesians 5:22-33 - A Husband's Role in Marriage - January 28, 2024
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A team is only going to function well if everyone plays the positions assigned to them. The same applies to marriage. God has designed certain roles/responsibilities within marriage, and a marriage will only flourish if it functions according to God's design for husbands and wives. In this sermon we look at what the husband is called to be/do in ma…
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1 Kings 19:19-21 - No Turning Back (Lucas' Ordination Sermon) - January 7, 2024 - John Bellingham
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The Bible is full of radical calls. In this sermon we look at the radical call of Elisha by Elijah, and the radical call of Jesus to all his followers. How will you respond to the call God has put on your life?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Various Passages - What are the Purposes of Marriage? - January 21, 2024
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Perhaps one of the most important questions your could ask regarding your marriage is "Why?". Why did God institute marriage? What are his plans for my marriage? What should I be aiming for when it comes to pleasing God with the pursuit of marriage? In this sermon, we talk about the main purposes of marriage: Companionship, Sanctification, Preventi…
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Genesis 2:18-25 - What is Marriage? - January 14, 2023
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In this first sermon of our series on the Christian household, we look to answer the foundational question of "What is Marriage?". We find our answer in the very first pages of Scripture. If we desire to have marriages that honour and glorify God, it begins with understanding and pursuing God's definition of marriage. Join us as we look at this!…
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Luke 8:40-56 - Jesus, The Destroyer of Disease and Death - December 31, 2023
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This is part two of a two-part sermon on Jesus' victory over his enemies. In this passage, we see that he takes on disease and death, both of which prove to be unable to stop him and his power.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 8:26-39 - Jesus, the Dragon Slayer - December 24, 2023
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The is the first of a two-part sermon on Jesus' power over his enemies. In this passage, Jesus encounters a very powerful group of demons. What will happen in this showdown, and what can we learn about Jesus from it?Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 8:22-25 - Surviving the Storms of Life - December 17, 2023
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The Christian life sometimes feels like a series of trials and hardships that we are not sure if we are going to survive. Being a Christian involves a daily effort of survival against the storms of life and the call to live a holy and reverent life. So how do we survive the storms that come our way? In this sermon we look at three survival truths f…
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2 Tim 1 - The Christian battle for Words: Retaining the Standard - December 10, 2023 - Tim Tysoe
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Ours is a culture of raging winds blowing against the walls of the church: calls have come to police and punish Christian language. This is the foundation of Christian loyalty to God, to retain His Words, speak freely, and pass them on to the next generation.Af Evergreen Chapel
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Luke 8:4-21 - The Parable of the Sower - December 3, 2023
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We can sometimes glance over this very common passage on the parable of the sower without questioning whether or not we might actually be one of the not so favourable soils. How well do you listen to the word of God when it speaks? Are you indifferent to it? Shallow in your response? Distracted by other things? Or do you receive and do the word of …
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Luke 7:36-8:3 - You are a sinner. But there is good news - November 26, 2023
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One of the central truths of the Christian faith is that mankind is sinful and fallen. It is only when we willing admit this and our own sin, that we truly see how wonderful the grace of God is. And when we see how wonderful the grace of God is, we will love him with all our hearts!Af Evergreen Chapel
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Hebrews 8:1-13 - Jesus is Better - November 12, 2023 - Troy Nevitt
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The book of Hebrews promises that the new is better than the old. But how? Hebrews 8 teaches about Jesus being a better high priest, and a better mediator of a better covenant.Af Evergreen Chapel
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