Hdbc Podcast

Christ-followers are called to influence the people around them. Jesus uses salt and light to illustrate how we are to influence others.

The first 12 verses not only introduce the message but clearly point us to a critical truth. Character is more important than action. In fact, actions are a reflection of character. Before Jesus says anything about what we are to do, he outlines eight important character traits (essential virtues) of Christ-followers. He does so in a very unique way.

HDBC welcomed Jason Mears back to preach our Sunday morning messages. Jason served as our Student Pastor 2003 - 2011.

What if Jesus had not been resurrected from the dead? Is the resurrection of Jesus really that important? What difference did it make then and now?

The suffering of Jesus on the cross was unimaginable. His physical suffering was intense, but did not rise to the level of the other areas of His suffering. In this message we will consider the depth of the suffering of Christ when He died for us.

Just who killed Jesus? The Roman soldiers? Pontius Pilate? The Jews? The crowds? You may be surprised to learn the answer to this question.

Was Jesus' death simply a human tragedy that could have been avoided? Was he at the wrong place at the wrong time? This message will address the critical question of why Jesus died? It is important that we understand the purpose of His death, from God's perspective.

Bethany Davis, Directer of Cornerstone Transition Home shares the story of God's call in her life to start this vital ministry CTH is a faith-based residential facility for female inmates who need a place to live when they are granted parole. CTH shares the love of Jesus and offers a fresh start to the ladies who live there.

The church at Philadelphia was an unstoppable church. They were given an open door of opportunity which one one could close. There are five characteristics of this church revealed in this text that can help any church or any believer become unstoppable.

The church at Pergamum did some things right, but struggled with maintaining pure theology and pure morals. They were guilty of compromising with the culture. This is deadly to a local church.

The church at Smyrna was one of only two of the seven churches that received no criticism from the Lord Jesus. They had experienced great persecution and would experience even more. They were called to be fearless and faithful in the face of persecution.

The church at Ephesus was commended for doing many things well. However, they had abandoned the passion for Christ which they had in the beginning. Christ challenges them to remember, repent and return.