As we conclude our series on controversy, we must return to the root of most evil. What leads to these controversies, and all manner of sin? What does this mean for us?
(Preaching on controversial cultural issues. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 22, 2021.)
The last section of Colossians is a long list of people and places. Why is this in the Bible? Why was this left for us? What does it mean for you and me?
(Preaching through Colossians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 15, 2021.)
“Science” is certainly a controversial subject, isn’t it? But what is science? And what does God say about it; how does He expect His people to engage with it?
(Preaching on controversial cultural issues. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 15, 2021.)
Words are central to the Christian experience; after all, God chose to use words to convey His truth to His creation for all time. What instruction do Paul and Timothy give the Colossians in how to use their words in their new life in Christ?
(Preaching through Colossians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 8, 2021.)
“Privilege” is a buzzword in today’s cultural narrative. How is this concept explored and developed in scripture, and what does God expect of His people?
(Preaching on controversial cultural issues. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 8, 2021.)
The next section of Colossians deals with various human relationships, and how God expects us to behave. What do these all have in common, and how can we maintain righteousness no matter what relationship we find ourselves in?
(Preaching through Colossians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 1, 2021.)
Sex and gender are two of the most controversial, contested, and confused things in our society. But what does God say about these aspects of life, and how does He expect us to share and show His will to the world?
(Preaching on controversial cultural issues. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 1, 2021.)
Our culture is full of racial division, strife, and tension. Why is this, and what does God expect His people to do about it?
(Preaching on controversial cultural issues. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on July 25, 2021.)
As we continue in Colossians, we see more of a contrast made between the life in Christ, which leads to more life, and our our lives, which led to death. How do we make the transition, and what is required?
(Preaching through Colossians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on July 18, 2021.)
This is the first of several specific cultural issues we will address over the next few weeks. As with many of these, much of the debate comes from people using the same words with different definitions. How does God define the relevant terms, and what does He say about them?
(Preaching on controversial cultural issues. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on July 18, 2021.)
Watts in the Word 