140 | Run the Race: The Discipline That Shapes You
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
Release Date: 10/28/2025
140 | Run the Race: The Discipline That Shapes You
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In the final message of our Hebrews series, Pastor David Maestas teaches from Hebrews 12, a chapter that calls believers to endurance, maturity, and unwavering focus on Jesus. Hebrews 12 reminds us that the Christian life is a race — one that requires discipline, perseverance, and intentionality. We are surrounded by the legacy of those who ran before us (Hebrews 11), inspiring us to keep moving forward when life feels heavy. Pastor David explores how: God’s discipline isn’t punishment — it’s proof of His love. Trials build spiritual endurance and strength. We are called to...
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139 | Can God Actually Use Me?
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode of The Living It Out Podcast, Pastor David Maestas teaches from Hebrews 11, the faith chapter, reminding us that God has always used ordinary and imperfect people to accomplish extraordinary things. Through examples like Abraham, Moses, and Daniel—men and women who “through faith subdued kingdoms, obtained promises, and stopped the mouths of lions” (Hebrews 11:33)—we see that God’s strength shines brightest through human weakness. Pastor David challenges believers to consider: If those who came before us could walk faithfully without ever seeing the fulfillment of...
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138 | The Day Jesus Ended Religion
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas teaches through Hebrews 10, a chapter that powerfully declares the sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice. Unlike the endless animal offerings of the old covenant that could never take away sin, Jesus offered Himself once for all, bringing lasting forgiveness and access to God. Because of His finished work, we are invited to draw near with confidence, knowing that our hearts are cleansed and our consciences made new. Pastor David also highlights the call to perseverance—holding unswervingly to the hope we profess and encouraging one another as we see the...
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137 | Jesus' Blood Changed Everything
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas walks through Hebrews 9, where we’re given a powerful comparison between the old covenant rituals and the once-for-all sacrifice of Jesus. While the earthly tabernacle and repeated animal sacrifices pointed to the need for cleansing, they were only temporary and symbolic. Jesus entered the true Most Holy Place—not with the blood of animals, but with His own—securing eternal redemption for all who believe. Pastor David reminds us that forgiveness isn’t earned through religion or repetition; it’s received through the perfect and final work of...
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136 | The Life Upgrade You Didn’t Know You Needed
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas dives into Hebrews 8, where we see the unveiling of a new and better covenant—one not written on stone tablets, but on human hearts. The old covenant was a shadow, pointing to something greater, and now that greater reality has come through Jesus, our perfect High Priest, who ministers not in an earthly temple but in heaven itself. Pastor David reminds us that the gospel isn’t about external rules—it’s about internal transformation. God’s desire is relationship, not ritual. This new covenant brings forgiveness, access, and lasting change—not...
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135 | Why Jesus Is Better Than Religion
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas unpacks the rich theology of Hebrews 7, where Jesus is revealed as our eternal High Priest in the order of Melchizedek. Unlike the temporary and imperfect priesthood of the Old Testament, Jesus offers something far better—permanent intercession and an unshakable hope. The old system couldn’t bring people into true closeness with God, but Jesus can. Pastor David emphasizes that we no longer need to rely on flawed systems or human mediators. Jesus is both sinless and eternal—completely able to save those who come to God through Him. This message is a...
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134 | The Scariest Warning in the New Testament?
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas walks through one of the most sobering chapters in Hebrews. Hebrews 6 urges believers to move beyond the basics and press into maturity. It warns of the danger of falling away after knowing the truth—highlighting that spiritual stagnation isn’t neutral, it’s a risk. This isn’t about losing salvation easily, but about the seriousness of rejecting what God has offered after fully receiving it. Pastor David reminds us that God is not unjust—He sees our faith, our perseverance, and our love. Even in the warning, there’s encouragement: those who...
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133 | Spiritual Growth Isn’t Optional
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas walks through Hebrews 5, where we’re introduced to Jesus as our compassionate High Priest—one who understands weakness and intercedes on our behalf. But the tone shifts as the writer addresses spiritual immaturity. By now, the believers should be teaching others, yet they still need spiritual milk. The call is clear: it’s time to grow up. Pastor David challenges listeners not to settle for surface-level faith. Growth requires discipline, time in the Word, and a willingness to move from comfort to conviction. If we want depth, wisdom, and lasting...
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132 | Rest Isn't Laziness
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas explores the deep spiritual meaning of rest in Hebrews 4. This isn’t about naps or vacations—it’s about the soul-level rest that comes from trusting fully in the finished work of Christ. The author of Hebrews warns that many will miss this rest, not because they weren’t invited, but because they responded with unbelief and disobedience. True rest requires faith and surrender, not striving. Pastor David also highlights the power of God’s Word, described as living, active, and sharper than any sword. Nothing is hidden from God, and it’s His truth...
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131 | How to Know If You're Drifting into Spiritual Numbness
Living It Out with Pastor David Maestas
In this episode, Pastor David Maestas walks through Hebrews 3, where the writer urges believers not to repeat the mistakes of Israel in the wilderness. Though they witnessed God’s power firsthand, their hearts became hard through unbelief and rebellion. The warning is clear: spiritual hardness doesn’t happen all at once—it forms gradually when we stop trusting, stop listening, and stop obeying. Pastor David challenges us to examine our hearts daily and to encourage one another so we don’t fall into the same trap. Faithfulness is a community effort and a daily decision. When our hearts...
info_outlineIn the final message of our Hebrews series, Pastor David Maestas teaches from Hebrews 12, a chapter that calls believers to endurance, maturity, and unwavering focus on Jesus.
Hebrews 12 reminds us that the Christian life is a race — one that requires discipline, perseverance, and intentionality. We are surrounded by the legacy of those who ran before us (Hebrews 11), inspiring us to keep moving forward when life feels heavy.
Pastor David explores how:
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God’s discipline isn’t punishment — it’s proof of His love.
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Trials build spiritual endurance and strength.
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We are called to throw off the sin and distractions that slow us down.
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Fixing our eyes on Jesus gives us the courage to keep going.
The discipline you’re experiencing isn’t God’s rejection — it’s His preparation. The race is long, but you’re not running it alone. Keep your eyes on Jesus, the One who began your story and will faithfully finish it.
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