Many (if not most) Christians are familiar with the first two-thirds of Gideon’s story, with good reason. It’s full of great lessons and easy-to-remember events. But to fully situate Gideon in the context of Judges, we need to consider his whole story. How did Gideon’s success and failures echo down to Israel after his death?
(Preaching through Judges. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 4, 2024.)
Almost everyone has felt the urge to question God at some point: why did this bad thing happen, why is that horrible person doing well, why can’t I do this thing? What kind of answers does God promise us?
(Preaching on the promises of God. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on March 17, 2024.)
What is doubt? What causes us to doubt, and what struggles does doubt introduce to our lives? Most importantly, how can we overcome doubt?
(Preaching on common struggles. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 2, 2022.)
Humans react to new information in one of three ways. This includes the information of the gospel. What reaction does God want; why does belief matter?
(Preaching on salvation. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 6, 2019.)
Jesus’ teaching on anxiety and worry is short, to the point, and profound. What is anxiety, and why is it so dangerous for the Christian? What reasons does Jesus give us to help us overcome our worry?
(Preaching through the Sermon on the Mount. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on April 23, 2017.)
Shame and doubt are some of the greatest hindrances in our efforts to reach others with the gospel. What do shame and doubt compel us to do? In the last story in John 1, Jesus, Andrew, and Philip demonstrate the power of confidence and assurance in their simple invitation: come and see.
(Preaching through John. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on July 10, 2016.)
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