Israel’s return from exile was a long process of rebuilding and restoring what had been lost, starting with the temple in the book of Ezra. But beyond rebuilding the physical buildings and towns, Israel needed to restore their relationship and obedience to God, a task that Ezra was well suited for. What can we learn from the process of returning and rebuilding in Ezra?
(Preaching on the return. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 17, 2025.)
The story of Joseph is at the heart of a lot of Yahweh’s providential work in Genesis and Exodus. How did God work to bring Joseph into a position of influence, and what did God accomplish by doing so.
(Preaching through Genesis. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on January 19, 2025.)
The resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in history; what makes it so important? What does the resurrection provide for the world and the Christian?
(Preaching on the resurrection. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on March 31, 2024.)
After several delays, Esther finally confronts Haman on the night of her second feast. What contributes to the final showdown, how does it all play out, and what should we learn from this dramatic evening?
(Preaching through Esther. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on December 10, 2023.)
As we build toward the crescendo in Esther, the narrative pauses to zoom in on Haman’s pride, obsession, and bitterness. What can we learn from Haman’s inevitable downfall?
(Preaching on Esther. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on December 3, 2023.)
The story of Esther has three crescendos, the first of which is when Esther risks the wrath of the king. Why did Esther need to approach the king, and what in her life built up to this moment?
(Preaching through Esther. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on November 19, 2023.)
The second chapter of Esther finishes setting the stage for the story of Purim, establishing the rest of the main characters. What can we learn from the people at the forefront of this story?
(Preaching through Esther. You can find the timeline alluded to at the beginning here. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on November 5, 2023.)
We begin our study of Esther with some top-level considerations of the book: it’s place in the story of the people of God in the Old Testament, it’s historical context, and the timeless themes in the book for God’s people in any era.
(Preaching through Esther. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 1, 2023.)
Paul concludes his letter to the Philippians with a reminder of how God had provided for Paul throughout his many struggles. What can we learn about the providence of God and our attitude toward His providence?
(Preaching through Philippians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on April 16, 2023.)
As we consider the concept of “the lamb” throughout the Bible, we begin with the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22, which introduces the major themes of sacrifice and providence. How does this impact our understanding of Jesus the Lamb?
(Preaching on the lamb throughout the Bible. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on March 5, 2023.)
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