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We are a gospel-centered, Bible-believing Christian church in Bellingham, WA, committed to helping people know and follow Jesus. As part of the Acts 29 network, we’re passionate about church planting and the mission of God in our city and beyond. We love the Bible and believe that hearing faithful, Bible-based preaching is one of the primary ways we grow in our understanding of who God is and how to live in response to Him.
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Speaker: Luke Brandon Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-16 Episode Overview: Hebrews 13:7–16 calls believers to a steadfast faith rooted in the unchanging person and work of Jesus Christ. In a world filled with shifting beliefs and persuasive distortions of truth, this passage reminds us that Jesus is our fixed heading, God’s Word is our trustworthy path, an…
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Speaker: Dane Burgess Scripture: Hebrews 13:4-6 Episode Overview: In Hebrews 13:4–6, we see how even God’s best gifts—love, intimacy, provision—can become counterfeit gods when they replace the Giver Himself. The writer of Hebrews calls us to freedom from idolatry, not through willpower, but through worship—by finding only in Christ the satisfactio…
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Speaker: Dane Burgess Scripture: John 6:60-71 Episode Overview: When Jesus’ words grow hard and the crowds walk away, true faith is revealed—not in excitement, but in endurance. In Nowhere Else to Go, we turn to John 6:60–71, where Peter’s simple confession—“Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life”—echoes through every moment …
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Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29 Episode Overview: In Hebrews 13:1–3, the author moves from the truths of who Jesus is to the commands that flow from His grace. This sermon explores how genuine faith expresses itself through love—love for our brothers and sisters in Christ, love for strangers, and love for those who are suffering or…
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Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29 Episode Overview: In a world marked by instability—from global conflicts to personal uncertainty—Hebrews 12:18–29 points us to what is truly unshakable. This passage contrasts two mountains: Sinai and Zion, symbols of God’s holiness and love, His judgment and grace. Together, they reveal a God who is…
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Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 12:14–17 Episode Overview: The Christian life isn’t a sprint—it’s a lifelong race that requires endurance, focus, and grace. Hebrews 12:14–17 calls believers to run with purpose by striving for peace with everyone and pursuing holiness without which no one will see the Lord. This passage challenges us to live…
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Title: The Thing We Rarely Ask For But Should Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-13 Episode Overview: God’s discipline is something few of us ask for—but all of us desperately need. In this message from Hebrews 12:3–13, we explore how God’s loving correction is not a mark of His anger, but evidence of His deep affection. The author of Heb…
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Title: The Big Backyard Ultra Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2 Episode Overview: In Hebrews 12:1–2, the Christian life is pictured as an endurance race—not a sprint, but a lifelong marathon of faith. In this episode, we explore how God equips us to keep running with perseverance by providing both encouragement from the “great cloud of…
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Title: The Explosive Power of This Two Word Phrase Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-40 Episode Overview: In this episode, we continue through Hebrews 11 and explore the explosive power of two simple words: by faith. From Abraham’s trust in God when asked to sacrifice Isaac, to Moses choosing reproach over riches, to saints who endured …
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Title: The Weight of Glory Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 11:8–16 Episode Overview: In this message from Hebrews 11:8–16, we follow the footsteps of Abraham as he journeys by faith toward a promise greater than any earthly land. Scripture reminds us that the blessings of this life—though good—are only foretastes of the eternal joy to come.…
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Title: The Assurance of Things Hoped For Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 11:4–7 Episode Overview: In this message from Hebrews 11:4–7, we are reminded that the only way to please God is by faith. Abel, Enoch, and Noah each reveal how genuine belief shapes our lives: offering our first and best to God, walking with Him as our greatest reward…
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Title: The Assurance of Things Hoped For Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 11:1–3 Episode Overview: In this message from Hebrews 11:1–3, we explore the nature of true biblical faith—what it is, what it does, and why it matters. Faith is not merely about believing in something; it is about trusting in Someone—Jesus Christ—who has secured every…
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Title: The Perseverance of The Saints Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39 Episode Overview: In this sermon from Hebrews 10:32–39, we are reminded that the Christian life is both wonderful and hard—and that perseverance is essential. Using vivid illustrations like the grueling Barkley Marathons, the message calls us to look back at God’…
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Title: God's Perfect Love Speaker: Luke Brandon Scripture: Psalm 118 Episode Overview: In this message from Psalm 118, we explore God’s steadfast love as the remedy for fear. Fear is a natural part of life, but the psalmist points us to a greater reality: God’s love that never lets go. Drawing from the lives of Jim Elliot, Jesus Himself, and the te…
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Title: Come And Worship Speaker: Luke Brandon Scripture: Psalm 95 Episode Overview: In Psalm 95, we find both an invitation and a warning—an invitation to enter God’s presence with joy, reverence, and wholehearted worship, and a sobering reminder to guard our hearts from disbelief. Using vivid stories—from a forgotten Qing dynasty vase to modern sp…
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Title: Kiss the Son Speaker: Luke Brandon Scripture: Psalm 2 Episode Overview: In this episode, we explore Psalm 2—a powerful, prophetic psalm that pulls no punches. This message exposes the futility of humanity’s rebellion against God and reveals His sovereign response through the installation of His Anointed King. You’ll hear how the gospel doesn…
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Title: The Surprisingly Good News of The Fear of The Lord Speaker: Preston Lien Scripture: Psalm 22 Episode Overview: In this powerful sermon from Psalm 22, we explore the haunting cry of Jesus from the cross—“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”—and uncover how this ancient psalm paints a vivid picture of Christ’s suffering a thousand years …
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Title: The Surprisingly Good News of The Fear of The Lord Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-31 Episode Overview: In this sermon from Hebrews 10:26–31, we face one of Scripture’s most sobering warnings—not to terrify us, but to anchor us in grace. Just as Jonathan Edwards pleaded with his hearers centuries ago, this message calls the chu…
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Episode Title: The Great Re-Churching (Hebrews 10:23–25) Episode Description: Why does gathering as the church still matter? In this episode, we look at Hebrews 10:23–25—a timely and challenging passage that speaks directly into a moment when many Christians are stepping away from the local church. This message begins with a sincere question from a…
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Title: The Way-Maker Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-23 Episode Overview: Hebrews 10:1–23 draws a bold contrast between the old covenant system of sacrifices and the once-for-all sacrifice of Jesus Christ. While the law served as a shadow of what was to come, it could never fully cleanse or perfect the worshiper. But through Christ’s i…
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Title: The True and Better Atonement Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 9:23-28 Episode Overview: In this compelling sermon, we reflect on the two most important days in every human life: this day—the present moment—and that Day—the future day of judgment and salvation when Christ returns. Drawing from Hebrews 9:23–28, we are reminded of the s…
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Title: The True and Better Atonement Speaker: Luke Brandon Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-28 Episode Overview: In this sermon, Pastor Luke Brandon takes us deep into the heart of Hebrews 9, helping modern listeners grasp the weight and wonder of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice. By revisiting the Old Testament system of tabernacle worship and the Day of Ato…
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Title: The Promise Keeper Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 7:26-8:13 Episode Overview: In this message, we journey through the biblical storyline of God’s saving work, tracing three great covenants: the Covenant of Works with Adam, the Covenant of Grace fulfilled in Christ, and the Covenant of Redemption established before creation within th…
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Title: Signs of The Spirit Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: 1 John 4:1-14 Episode Overview: What does it really look like when the Holy Spirit moves? On this Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Rob walks us through 1 John 4 with help from Jonathan Edwards to distinguish between unreliable signs — emotional experiences, large crowds, or initial decisions — and …
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Title: The Supremacy of Jesus Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-28 Episode Overview: In this sermon based on Hebrews 7:1–28, we dive into one of the most theologically rich and complex passages in the Bible—and come out with one crystal-clear truth: Jesus is enough. Through ancient characters like Melchizedek and the Levitical priesthood,…
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🎙️ Podcast Episode Summary Title: The Steadfast Anchor for Storm-Tossed Souls Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 6:13–20 Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we explore a powerful truth found in Hebrews 6:13–20—a truth for those navigating storms, uncertainty, and seasons where life doesn't make sense. We begin with a memorable story from Bren…
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🎧 Podcast Show Notes Title: The Gift of Assurance Speaker: Rob Berreth Scripture: Hebrews 6:7–12 Episode Summary: How can you know if you're truly saved? Is assurance of salvation something we can actually experience—or just something we hope for? In this message from Hebrews 6, we unpack the beautiful truth that you don’t have to be sure you are s…
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🎧 Podcast Show Notes Title: The Dones and Wons Passage: Hebrews 6:4–12 Speaker: Rob Berreth Date: 05/11/2025 Episode Summary: In one of the most sobering and debated passages in all of Scripture, Hebrews 6:4–12 confronts us with weighty truths about salvation, repentance, and assurance. Can a Christian lose their salvation? When is repentance impos…
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Title: Peace Beyond Understanding Description: We all long for peace—but how do we experience it in the middle of fear and anxiety? In this sermon from Philippians 4:4–7, we unpack two deep truths: First, the Gospel shows us we are never alone. Second, prayer reminds us that God is both near and in control. Through practical teaching and personal t…
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Title: The Failure to Launch (Hebrews 5:11–6:3) Summary: In this sermon, we explore a powerful warning and a powerful invitation: God expects spiritual growth — and He guarantees it for those who desire it. Using vivid imagery like Peter Pan Syndrome, spiritual milk vs solid food, and digging for diamonds in Scripture, we are called to pursue a fai…
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Sermon Title: The Source of Eternal Salvation Scripture Text: Hebrews 5:7–10 Main Point: Jesus is the never-ending source of eternal salvation — His life, death, and resurrection open the floodgates of grace for all who believe. Episode Summary: In this powerful message, we are invited to reflect on Jesus not only as the Savior who died but also as…
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🎙️ Sermon Title: The Man of Sorrows 📖 Scripture: Hebrews 5:7–10 🧭 Main Point: Jesus, the Man of Sorrows, entered into deep suffering to become the eternal source of salvation for all who believe. Episode Summary: On Good Friday, we hold sorrow and hope together. In this message from Hebrews 5:7-10, we reflect on the depth of Jesus’ suffering—from G…
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🎙️ Sermon Title: The Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims, Part 2 📖 Scripture Text: Hebrews 4:15–5:6 🧭 Main Point: Where sorrow for sin increases, gentleness abounds all the more. 🌐 Website: redeemernw.org 📍 Location: 211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226 Episode Summary: In this follow-up message from Hebrews, we dive deeper into the heart of Jesus…
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🎙️ Sermon Title:The Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims 📖 Scripture Text: Hebrews 4:14–16 🧭 Main Point:Jesus gets us—and Jesus can help us. Website: redeemernw.org Location: 211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226 Episode Summary: In this encouraging and deeply relatable sermon, we explore Hebrews 4:14–16 and the beautiful truth that Jesus is our Gre…
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🎙️ Sunday Sermon: Love Song For A Savior (Psalm 45 & Hebrews 1) Website: redeemernw.org Location: 211 Northshore Dr. Bellingham, WA 98226 Description: In today’s episode, we explore one of the most unique and stunning Psalms in the entire Bible—Psalm 45—a royal wedding song that turns out to be all about the Groom, not the bride. From the poetic pa…
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Episode Description: In this episode, we dive into Hebrews 4:12–13 and discover that the Word of God does a work of God in our hearts as we listen. From King Josiah’s accidental rediscovery of Scripture to stories of real-life transformation today, we explore how the Bible is personal, powerful, and piercing—revealing our hearts and leading us to J…
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In Psalm 40, David sings of God’s rescue, placing his trust not in ritual but in the Lord’s deliverance. Hebrews 10 echoes this theme, showing how Jesus became the once-for-all sacrifice, replacing the shadow of offerings with the substance of His obedience and grace. Together, these passages call us to a deeper assurance in God’s finished work and…
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Hebrews 4 reminds us of God’s invitation to enter His rest — a rest deeper than sleep or temporary escape, rooted in the finished work of Christ. Drawing from Psalm 95 and Jesus’ words in Matthew 11, this sermon contrasts the exhausting burden of striving to be “good enough” with the freedom of trusting in Jesus. God calls us to cease from our own …
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In this sermon from Hebrews 2:14–18, we explore the profound mystery of the Hypostatic Union — the truth that Jesus is fully God and fully man. Drawing on Scripture and the early church creeds, we see why this matters: only a human can represent humanity, and only God can bear the full weight of God’s judgment and conquer death. Through His incarna…
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In Hebrews 1, we are invited to see the fullness of God’s work beyond the visible world. This message explores the unseen realm and the role of angels as ministering spirits sent by God to serve those who inherit salvation. While angels are powerful and attentive to God’s purposes, they are not the source of our hope—Jesus Christ alone is supreme.…
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In this message from Hebrews 1–2, we explore the supremacy of Christ. Jesus is the true and better prophet, king, and priest—fulfilling God’s promises perfectly and completely. He reveals God’s glory, reigns with righteousness, and redeems us through His priestly work. If you have Jesus, you have everything. This sermon invites us to behold Him clo…
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