BUT we do see Jesus (Hebrews 2:9) Easter

But we do see Jesus, who was made lower than the angels for a little while, now crowned with glory and honor because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone.

Hebrews 2:9

BUT painful ( Hebrews 12:11)

No discipline seems pleasant at the time, BUT painful.

Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.

Hebrews 12:11

Discipline whether it be for ourselves or our children is never easy. It's worth it - so if you are struggling today stay focused on what you want.

BUT we do see Jesus (Hebrews 2:9)

BUT we do see Jesus,

who was made lower than the angels for a little while,

now crowned with glory and honor because He suffered death,

so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone.

Hebrews 2:9

I consider my self a giving person- a people pleaser some would say. BUT I can truthfully say that there is no way I would be willing to suffer the death Jesus suffered. He did it willingly for each and everyone of us that believe.

BUT to bring salvation (Hebrews 9:28)

So Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many;

 and He will appear a second time, not to bear sin,

BUT to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him.       

 Hebrews 9:28 NIV

 Are you waiting for Christ return? Does is scare you? Do you thing oh but I don't want to miss...? that's okay we are human. BUT I do challenge you to take a few moments and set aside those thoughts and think of the peace that comes from no more sin or guilt BUT pure praise and joy for eternity!

BUT in these last days (Hebrews 1:1-2)

In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways,

BUT in these last days

He has spoken to us by His Son,

whom He appointed heir of all things, 
and through whom also He made the universe.

Hebrews 1:1-2 NIV
As you think about these last days of 2014 remember God is in control- 
make it a point in 2015 of speaking to His Son.  

BUT brimming with worship (Hebrews 12:28)

Do you see what we’ve got?

An unshakable kingdom!

And do you see how thankful we must be?

Not only thankful, 

BUT brimming with worship, deeply reverent before God.

Hebrews 12:28 (msg)

LOVE this. let's not just be thankful this November let's start brimming over with Worship!

BUT encourage one another (Hebrews 10:25)

Not giving up meeting together, 

as some are in the habit of doing, 

BUT encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Hebrews 10:25

There is something to be said about going to church and being around other believers.

 NO it does not make you a christian BUT it can encourage you and help you during the ups and downs of life.

BUT encourage one another daily (Hebrews 3:13)

 But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.

Hebrews 3:13

 If the Lord has placed someone on your heart today don't wait until tomorrow to encourage them.
 You may be that one that makes a difference.

BUT...in these last days (Hebrews 1:1-2)

In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways,

BUT in these last days

He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom also He made the universe.

Hebrews 1:1-2      

Listen carefully this holiday season. God is talking to you through the birth of His son.

BUT... encourage one another daily (Hebrews 3:13)

But... encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.

Hebrews 3:13
What a great verse to live by! You never know what difference your words can make it someone's live.
Be that encouragement Today!

BUT... God's discipline is always good for us. (Hebrews 12:10)

For our earthly fathers disciplined us for years,
doing the best they knew how.

BUT…

God's discipline is always good for us, so that we might share in His holiness. No discipline is fun while it is happening—it’s painful!

BUT…

Afterward there will be peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way.

Hebrews 12:10

You have to be a parent to understand this verse. Discipline is hard on both the one delivering it and receiving it. Often it is easier just to not administer it. BUT the result is never good when we avoid correcting bad behavior. God loves us and so He must discipline us. It seems the world we live in today wants to put God in their little box as just a loving God and go about doing whatever pleases them BUT when things don’t please them they want to ask what happened to that loving God? Wake UP. God loves us so HE must discipline us.