(NOTE: The first 5 minutes of this audio is very distorted. Sorry.) We begin our series on the letter to the Philippians by considering Paul’s previous relationship with the people in Philippi. Why did he feel such great love for them?
(Preaching on Philippians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on February 19, 2023.)
Jesus’s warnings about family love can be both shocking and frightening. Why does Jesus expect such absolute loyalty, and what does he offer in return?
(Preaching on church membership. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on February 5, 2023.)
“Church membership” as a concept requires consideration of two ideas: the commands in scripture for church conduct, practice, and relationship, and the practical demands of meeting those commands. The principle of “accountability” lies at an intersection of these two ideas.
(Preaching on church membership. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on January 22, 2023.)
As we consider “church membership” we must more specifically define what “church” means? What is a church? What is the church?
(Preaching on what it means to be a church member. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on January 15, 2023.)
What is “worship”? What does it mean to worship, and why is it such an important concept in the church?
(Preaching on the church. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 14, 2022.)
What does it mean to “fellowship” with other Christians? What is fellowship, and why does it matter?
(Preaching on the church. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on July 24, 2022.)
We know that the church assembly is a necessary part of our Christian encouragement, but what about fellowship during the rest of the week? How can we use our time and energy to encourage one another through fellowship?
(Preaching on good works. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 31, 2021.)
This week we begin a new series on good works, following up our series on controversies. Why do good works matter so much, and what should our attitude be toward doing good?
(Preaching on good works. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 29, 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.)
The only way to “lay up treasures in heaven” is to take the long view. Nothing in the earthly realm does that quite like investing in children.
(Preaching on personal values. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on June 6, 2021.)
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