Leaving a City to Gain The City (Hebrews 13:13-14)

04/21/24 • 37 min

This sermon expounds on Hebrews 13:13-14, encouraging Christians to forsake worldly pursuits and comforts in exchange for spiritual and eternal rewards in the city of God. Pastor Jim Osman vividly articulates the sacrifices and rejections of aligning oneself with Christ outside the worldly city, drawing parallels to biblical figures who exemplified such faith and endurance. The call is clear: embrace the reproach associated with Christ to secure a place in the everlasting city, highlighting a future that transcends earthly confines and promises.

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