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In this morning's devotional, Wes discusses the idea of forsaking, neglecting, or abandoning the assembly, from Hebrews 10:19-25, which says, “Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:19–25, ESV)

What Does “Forsaking the Assembly” Mean? (Hebrews 10:19–25) - Lesson 33

In this morning's devotional, we will cover “Therefore he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, since a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant. For where a will is involved, the death of the one who made it must be established. For a will takes effect only at death, since it is not in force as long as the one who made it is alive. Therefore not even the first covenant was inaugurated without blood. For when every commandment of the law had been declared by Moses to all the people, he took the blood of calves and goats, with water and scarlet wool and hyssop, and sprinkled both the book itself and all the people, saying, “This is the blood of the covenant that God commanded for you.” And in the same way he sprinkled with the blood both the tent and all the vessels used in worship. Indeed, under the law almost everything is purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins.” (Hebrews 9:15–22, ESV)

In this morning's devotional, we will cover “Therefore he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, since a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant. For where a will is involved, the death of the one who made it must be established. For a will takes effect only at death, since it is not in force as long as the one who made it is alive. Therefore not even the first covenant was inaugurated without blood. For when every commandment of the law had been declared by Moses to all the people, he took the blood of calves and goats, with water and scarlet wool and hyssop, and sprinkled both the book itself and all the people, saying, “This is the blood of the covenant that God commanded for you.” And in the same way he sprinkled with the blood both the tent and all the vessels used in worship. Indeed, under the law almost everything is purified with blood, and without the 

Without the Shedding of Blood, There is No Forgiveness (Hebrews 9:15–22) - Lesson 29

PREVIOUSLY RECORDED BEFORE AREA-WIDE BLACKOUTS: In this morning's devotional and Bible study we will cover Hebrews 9:11-14, how we purified to serve the living God. 
 
“But when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things that have come, then through the greater and more perfect tent (not made with hands, that is, not of this creation) he entered once for all into the holy places, not by means of the blood of goats and calves but by means of his own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption. For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the sprinkling of defiled persons with the ashes of a heifer, sanctify for the purification of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our conscience from dead works to serve the living God.” (Hebrews 9:11–14, ESV)

PREVIOUSLY RECORDED BEFORE AREA-WIDE BLACKOUTS: In this morning's devotional and Bible study we will cover Hebrews 9:11-14, how we purified to serve the living God.

“But when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things that have come, then through the greater and more perfect tent (not made with hands, that is, not of this creation) he entered once for all into the holy places, not by means of the blood of goats and calves but by means of his own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption. For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the sprinkling of defiled persons with the ashes of a heifer, sanctify for the purification of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our conscience from dead works to serve the living God.” (Hebrews 9:11–14, ESV)

Purified to Serve the Living God (Hebrews 9:11-14) - Lesson 28

PREVIOUSLY RECORDED BEFORE AREA-WIDE BLACKOUTS: This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 8:7-13, the new covenant God makes with his people and the laws he writes on their hearts and minds. 
 
“For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no occasion to look for a second. For he finds fault with them when he says: “Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will establish a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah, not like the covenant that I made with their fathers on the day when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt. For they did not continue in my covenant, and so I showed no concern for them, declares the Lord. For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws into their minds, and write them on their hearts, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. And they shall not teach, each one his neighbor and each one his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest. For I will be merciful toward their iniquities, and I will remember their sins no more.” In speaking of a new covenant, he makes the first one obsolete. And what is becoming obsolete and growing old is ready to vanish away.” (Hebrews 8:7–13, ESV)

PREVIOUSLY RECORDED BEFORE AREA-WIDE BLACKOUTS: This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 8:7-13, the new covenant God makes with his people and the laws he writes on their hearts and minds.

“For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no occasion to look for a second. For he finds fault with them when he says: “Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will establish a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah, not like the covenant that I made with their fathers on the day when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt. For they did not continue in my covenant, and so I showed no concern for them, declares the Lord. For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws into their minds, and write them on their hearts, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. And they shall not teach, each one his neigh

A New Covenant, with Laws Written on the Heart (Hebrews 8:7-13) - Lesson 26

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews Hebrews 8:1-6 and the new covenant (agreement, contract, or treaty) with God. 
 
“Now the point in what we are saying is this: we have such a high priest, one who is seated at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, a minister in the holy places, in the true tent that the Lord set up, not man. For every high priest is appointed to offer gifts and sacrifices; thus it is necessary for this priest also to have something to offer. Now if he were on earth, he would not be a priest at all, since there are priests who offer gifts according to the law. They serve a copy and shadow of the heavenly things. For when Moses was about to erect the tent, he was instructed by God, saying, “See that you make everything according to the pattern that was shown you on the mountain.” But as it is, Christ has obtained a ministry that is as much more excellent than the old as the covenant he mediates is better, since it is enacted on better promises.” (Hebrews 8:1–6, ESV)

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews Hebrews 8:1-6 and the new covenant (agreement, contract, or treaty) with God.

“Now the point in what we are saying is this: we have such a high priest, one who is seated at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, a minister in the holy places, in the true tent that the Lord set up, not man. For every high priest is appointed to offer gifts and sacrifices; thus it is necessary for this priest also to have something to offer. Now if he were on earth, he would not be a priest at all, since there are priests who offer gifts according to the law. They serve a copy and shadow of the heavenly things. For when Moses was about to erect the tent, he was instructed by God, saying, “See that you make everything according to the pattern that was shown you on the mountain.” But as it is, Christ has obtained a ministry that is as much more excellent than the old as the covenant he mediates is better, since it is enacted on b

Jesus Mediates Our Treaty with God (Hebrews 8:1-6) - Lesson 25

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:18-28, the better hope and better covenant we have because of Jesus. 
 
Hebrews 7:18–28 (ESV) 
18 For on the one hand, a former commandment is set aside because of its weakness and uselessness 19 (for the law made nothing perfect); but on the other hand, a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. 20 And it was not without an oath. For those who formerly became priests were made such without an oath, 21 but this one was made a priest with an oath by the one who said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever.’ ” 22 This makes Jesus the guarantor of a better covenant. 23 The former priests were many in number, because they were prevented by death from continuing in office, 24 but he holds his priesthood permanently, because he continues forever. 25 Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them. 26 For it was indeed fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, innocent, unstained, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. 27 He has no need, like those high priests, to offer sacrifices daily, first for his own sins and then for those of the people, since he did this once for all when he offered up himself. 28 For the law appoints men in their weakness as high priests, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever.

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:18-28, the better hope and better covenant we have because of Jesus. 

Hebrews 7:18–28 (ESV)
18 For on the one hand, a former commandment is set aside because of its weakness and uselessness 19 (for the law made nothing perfect); but on the other hand, a better hope is introduced, through which we draw near to God. 20 And it was not without an oath. For those who formerly became priests were made such without an oath, 21 but this one was made a priest with an oath by the one who said to him: “The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, ‘You are a priest forever.’ ” 22 This makes Jesus the guarantor of a better covenant. 23 The former priests were many in number, because they were prevented by death from continuing in office, 24 but he holds his priesthood permanently, because he continues forever. 25 Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make 

A Better Hope and Better Covenant (Hebrews 7:18-28) - Lesson 24

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:11-17, the change in priesthood and the change in the law. 
 
Hebrews 7:11–17 (ESV) 
11 Now if perfection had been attainable through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need would there have been for another priest to arise after the order of Melchizedek, rather than one named after the order of Aaron? 12 For when there is a change in the priesthood, there is necessarily a change in the law as well. 13 For the one of whom these things are spoken belonged to another tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. 14 For it is evident that our Lord was descended from Judah, and in connection with that tribe Moses said nothing about priests. 15 This becomes even more evident when another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek, 16 who has become a priest, not on the basis of a legal requirement concerning bodily descent, but by the power of an indestructible life. 17 For it is witnessed of him, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.”

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:11-17, the change in priesthood and the change in the law.

Hebrews 7:11–17 (ESV)
11 Now if perfection had been attainable through the Levitical priesthood (for under it the people received the law), what further need would there have been for another priest to arise after the order of Melchizedek, rather than one named after the order of Aaron? 12 For when there is a change in the priesthood, there is necessarily a change in the law as well. 13 For the one of whom these things are spoken belonged to another tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. 14 For it is evident that our Lord was descended from Judah, and in connection with that tribe Moses said nothing about priests. 15 This becomes even more evident when another priest arises in the likeness of Melchizedek, 16 who has become a priest, not on the basis of a legal requirement concerning bodily descent, but by the power of an indestructible life. 17 For 

A Change in Priesthood and Change in Law (Hebrews 7:11-17) - Lesson 23

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:4-10, Abraham being blessed by Melchizedek. 
 
Hebrews 7:4–10 (ESV) 
4 See how great this man was to whom Abraham the patriarch gave a tenth of the spoils! 5 And those descendants of Levi who receive the priestly office have a commandment in the law to take tithes from the people, that is, from their brothers, though these also are descended from Abraham. 6 But this man who does not have his descent from them received tithes from Abraham and blessed him who had the promises. 7 It is beyond dispute that the inferior is blessed by the superior. 8 In the one case tithes are received by mortal men, but in the other case, by one of whom it is testified that he lives. 9 One might even say that Levi himself, who receives tithes, paid tithes through Abraham, 10 for he was still in the loins of his ancestor when Melchizedek met him.

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:4-10, Abraham being blessed by Melchizedek. 

Hebrews 7:4–10 (ESV)
4 See how great this man was to whom Abraham the patriarch gave a tenth of the spoils! 5 And those descendants of Levi who receive the priestly office have a commandment in the law to take tithes from the people, that is, from their brothers, though these also are descended from Abraham. 6 But this man who does not have his descent from them received tithes from Abraham and blessed him who had the promises. 7 It is beyond dispute that the inferior is blessed by the superior. 8 In the one case tithes are received by mortal men, but in the other case, by one of whom it is testified that he lives. 9 One might even say that Levi himself, who receives tithes, paid tithes through Abraham, 10 for he was still in the loins of his ancestor when Melchizedek met him.

Abraham Blessed by Melchizedek - (Hebrews 7:4-10) - Lesson 22

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:1-3 and the Priesthood of Melchizedek. 
 
Hebrews 7:1–3 (ESV) 
1 For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, 2 and to him Abraham apportioned a tenth part of everything. He is first, by translation of his name, king of righteousness, and then he is also king of Salem, that is, king of peace. 3 He is without father or mother or genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but resembling the Son of God he continues a priest forever.

This morning's devotional and Bible study will cover Hebrews 7:1-3 and the Priesthood of Melchizedek.

Hebrews 7:1–3 (ESV)
1 For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, 2 and to him Abraham apportioned a tenth part of everything. He is first, by translation of his name, king of righteousness, and then he is also king of Salem, that is, king of peace. 3 He is without father or mother or genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but resembling the Son of God he continues a priest forever.

The Priesthood of Melchizedek (Hebrews 7:1-3) - Lesson 21

Welcome to the morning devotional for the church of Christ on McDermott Road (Plano, TX). These morning devotionals are broadcast Monday - Thursday at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time). 
 
Hebrews 6:13–18 (ESV) 
13 For when God made a promise to Abraham, since he had no one greater by whom to swear, he swore by himself, 14 saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” 15 And thus Abraham, having patiently waited, obtained the promise. 16 For people swear by something greater than themselves, and in all their disputes an oath is final for confirmation. 17 So when God desired to show more convincingly to the heirs of the promise the unchangeable character of his purpose, he guaranteed it with an oath, 18 so that by two unchangeable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled for refuge might have strong encouragement to hold fast to the hope set before us.

Welcome to the morning devotional for the church of Christ on McDermott Road (Plano, TX). These morning devotionals are broadcast Monday - Thursday at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time).

Hebrews 6:13–18 (ESV)
13 For when God made a promise to Abraham, since he had no one greater by whom to swear, he swore by himself, 14 saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” 15 And thus Abraham, having patiently waited, obtained the promise. 16 For people swear by something greater than themselves, and in all their disputes an oath is final for confirmation. 17 So when God desired to show more convincingly to the heirs of the promise the unchangeable character of his purpose, he guaranteed it with an oath, 18 so that by two unchangeable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled for refuge might have strong encouragement to hold fast to the hope set before us.

Hold Fast to the Hope Set Before Us (Hebrews 6:13-18) - Lesson 19

Our final example of patience is that of the apostle Paul. Describing his life to Timothy, he used words like, “patience” and “endurance.” Paul suffered through imprisonment, stoning, beating, and ridicule from both believers and unbelievers. But he was not surprised that he was mistreated. He understood that suffering goes with the territory, saying, “All who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” How can we adopt an attitude like Paul’s? It’s certainly not “okay" for people to mistreat us, but we must learn to be “okay” with it as we wait on the Lord.

The Patience of Paul (Wes McAdams Sermon from 2 Timothy 2:23-3:16)

Welcome to the morning devotional for the church of Christ on McDermott Road (Plano, TX). These morning devotionals are broadcast Monday - Thursday at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time). 
 
Hebrews 5:7–10 (ESV) 
7 In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to him who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverence. 8 Although he was a son, he learned obedience through what he suffered. 9 And being made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey him, 10 being designated by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.

Welcome to the morning devotional for the church of Christ on McDermott Road (Plano, TX). These morning devotionals are broadcast Monday - Thursday at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time).

Hebrews 5:7–10 (ESV)
7 In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to him who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverence. 8 Although he was a son, he learned obedience through what he suffered. 9 And being made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey him, 10 being designated by God a high priest after the order of Melchizedek.

Jesus Learned Obedience Through What He Suffered (Hebrews 5:7-10) - Lesson 15

Welcome to the morning devotional for the church of Christ on McDermott Road (Plano, TX). These morning devotionals are broadcast Monday - Thursday at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time). 
 
Hebrews 5:1–6 (ESV) 
1 For every high priest chosen from among men is appointed to act on behalf of men in relation to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. 2 He can deal gently with the ignorant and wayward, since he himself is beset with weakness. 3 Because of this he is obligated to offer sacrifice for his own sins just as he does for those of the people. 4 And no one takes this honor for himself, but only when called by God, just as Aaron was. 5 So also Christ did not exalt himself to be made a high priest, but was appointed by him who said to him, “You are my Son, today I have begotten you”; 6 as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.”

Welcome to the morning devotional for the church of Christ on McDermott Road (Plano, TX). These morning devotionals are broadcast Monday - Thursday at 8:00 a.m. (Central Time).

Hebrews 5:1–6 (ESV)
1 For every high priest chosen from among men is appointed to act on behalf of men in relation to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. 2 He can deal gently with the ignorant and wayward, since he himself is beset with weakness. 3 Because of this he is obligated to offer sacrifice for his own sins just as he does for those of the people. 4 And no one takes this honor for himself, but only when called by God, just as Aaron was. 5 So also Christ did not exalt himself to be made a high priest, but was appointed by him who said to him, “You are my Son, today I have begotten you”; 6 as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.”

Jesus Appointed as a Hight Priest Forever (Hebrews 5:1-6) - Lesson 14

January 20 Morning Devotional with Wes McAdams - This morning we study Hebrews 3:15-19.

Lesson Eleven - Hebrews 3:15–19

January 19 Morning Devotional with Wes McAdams - This morning we study Hebrews 3:7-14.

Lesson Ten - Hebrews 3:7-14

Faith is all about waiting for the fulfillment of God’s promises, always believing they will be fulfilled….even on days when it seems impossible. Abraham “patiently waited” for God to keep his promises, never seeming to lose hope that God would come through. The writer of Hebrews used the story of Abraham to encourage Christians to “patiently wait,” saying that our hope in God’s promises is the “sure and steadfast anchor of the soul”

The Patience of Abraham (Wes McAdams Sermon from Hebrews 6:9-20)

January 14 Morning Devotional - This morning we study and discuss Hebrews 2:16-18. Jesus shared in our suffering so he can be our high priest and can help us when we are suffering and are tempted...if we keep our eyes fixed on him.

Lesson Eight - Hebrews 2:16-18

January 13 Morning Devotional - This morning we study and discuss Hebrews 2:14-15. Jesus saves us from a lifelong slavery to the fear of death. When he frees us from this fear, we are free to truly love others...if we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus.

Lesson Seven - Hebrews 2:14-15

January 12 Morning Devotional - This morning we study and discuss Hebrews 2:10-13. Jesus makes us brothers with him and children of God. He is saving us and bringing us to glory if we keep our eyes fixed on him.

Lesson Six - Hebrews 2:10-13

January 10 Morning Devotional - This morning we study and discuss Hebrews 2:5-9. Jesus tasted death for us all so that we could experience glory and honor if we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus.

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