Jesus Is Better

Pastor Rick Duncan takes us through Hebrews 8, explaining how Jesus, our Great High Priest, brings a better covenant. Unlike the Old Covenant, which relied on laws and rituals, the New Covenant transforms us from the inside out, offering a personal relationship with God, inclusion for all, and grace that overcomes guilt. Discover how Jesus’ better ministry changes everything, freeing us to live new!

In this week’s sermon from Hebrews 7, Pastor Rick unpacks how Jesus, our Great High Priest, guarantees our salvation completely and forever. Unlike the temporary and flawed priesthood of the Old Testament, Jesus offers a better hope through His perfect, eternal, and all-sufficient priesthood. Discover how Jesus’ work as our priest secures our proximity to God, provides rest, assures intercession, guarantees eternity, and transforms our lives. With Jesus as our anchor, we can live with confidence, knowing He saves to the uttermost.

Melchizedek is the most mysterious character in the entire Old Testament. By the grace of God the author of Hebrews unfolds this ancient mystery and clarifies the Order of Melchizedek. Jesus was and is of the Order and has become the everlasting High Priest of our faith. Our King and Prophet, Jesus Christ is also our High Priest of heaven by His indestructible life.

Pastor Joe explores Hebrews 6:13-20, offering us the reassurance of God’s unbreakable promises. This week, we see that our perseverance and hope aren’t dependent on our strength, but on the steadfast hold of Jesus, our Great High Priest. As we follow Him, we’re reminded of a profound truth: God not only makes promises but also swears by His own unchanging nature to keep them. No matter what life throws at us, we can anchor ourselves in the hope that He will hold us fast.

Description for this week: In this week’s message, Pastor Rick takes us through Hebrews 6:4–12, where we see a strong warning against falling away from faith and the call to grow in spiritual maturity. Are you truly following Jesus, or are you simply in proximity to His work? Join us as we unpack the dangers of drifting, the goodness of God’s promises, and the endurance needed to faithfully follow Jesus. Let’s learn what it means to hold fast to the assurance of hope and pursue a lasting, fruitful faith.

In this week’s message, Pastor Rick challenges us to stop being spiritual babies and to go on to maturity. From Hebrews 5:11–6:3, we see four marks of spiritual maturity: attentively listening, faithfully teaching, becoming biblically skillful, and developing spiritual discernment. Are you stuck in spiritual infancy, or are you pressing forward to maturity? Join us as we explore what it means to grow up in Christ and how we can take practical steps toward a deeper, more mature faith.

CVC Elder Kyle Gustafson walks us through Hebrews 4:14-5:10, where we learn that Jesus is our Great High Priest. Unlike earthly priests, Jesus mediates from the very throne room of heaven, offering Himself as the perfect sacrifice. Because of His obedience and sinlessness, we can draw near to God’s throne of grace with confidence, receiving mercy and finding grace in our time of need. Discover how Jesus is better—He is heavenly, eternal, and perfect, and He intercedes on our behalf today.

Pastor Joe challenges us with two reasons people don’t endure in their faith: Identity Crisis and Obedience Deficiency. We’re reminded that faith isn’t about affiliation or past experiences—it’s about following Jesus today. In this message, we dive into Hebrews 3:1-4:13, looking at how our perseverance proves the work of the cross is alive in us. Join us as we explore what it means to heed God’s warnings, pursue repentance, and strive for eternal rest

Pastor Joe Valenti teaches from Hebrews 3:1-4:13.

In this week’s video, Pastor Rick explores Hebrews 2:10-18, reminding us that Jesus is the ultimate Helper. As our Pioneer, Brother, Deliverer, and Priest, Jesus is able to help us in our suffering, temptations, and fears. Watch as Pastor Rick unpacks these truths and challenges us to rely on Jesus as our first response for the help we need in every aspect of life.

Pastor Rick Duncan teaches from Hebrews 2:1-9.

In this week’s sermon, Pastor Joe takes us into our new series in Hebrews, Jesus is Better. dive into Hebrews 1:4-2:1 and explore why the author of Hebrews emphasizes that Jesus is superior to angels. We’ll unpack the mistaken views of angels in the early Jewish-Christian context and look at how Jesus’ identity as God, His kingship, and His completed work on the cross set Him apart. Join us as we discuss the importance of staying anchored in the truth of Christ’s finished work and avoiding the drift toward false teachings.