Suffering is such a generic, ubiquitous part of the human experience. What leads to suffering in our lives, and how does God expect us to respond?
(Preaching on struggles. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on September 4, 2022.)
Faith Over All
We conclude our study of Hebrews 11, as the author does, with a rapid-fire list of people and events. What manifestations of faith do these stories have in common, and what should they mean for us?
(Preaching through Hebrews 11. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on December 12, 2021.)
Suffering for the Mystery
As we continue in Colossians, we come to one of the most interesting themes of Paul’s writings: the “mystery” of Christ. What is the mystery, and why does it always seem to be paired with Paul’s hardships?
(Preaching through Colossians. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on July 4, 2021.)
Choosing Discomfort
We conclude our series on “Treasures in Heaven” by considering the value of discomfort, and how it helps us grow and improve.
(Preaching on personal values. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on June 27, 2021.)
Daily Dose – Suffering as a Christian (1 Peter 4:12-19)
Why does Peter say we should rejoice in suffering? What does this even mean and how could we do that?
(Daily walk through 1 Peter. Recorded for the Dewey Church of Christ on April 24, 2020.)
Daily Dose – Introduction to 1 Peter
As we begin our daily walk through 1 Peter, we must begin with some introductory questions. When did Peter write this? What was going on in his life? What sort of themes did he address? And, how can this apply to us?
(The first in a daily series of short lessons. Recorded on March 30, 2020.)
A Tale of Two Women – Commitment in Suffering
The book of Ruth is a story of two women whose lives are interwoven by commitment and providence. In Ruth 1 we see the great commitment of the woman Ruth; what can we learn from her?
(Preaching through Ruth. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 21, 2018.)
Job’s Place in the Canon
Job is unique in the Bible, in its narrative place and thematic connection to the rest of the Bible story. How does it fit in with the rest of the books, and why is it in the Bible at all?
(Preaching through Job. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on June 17, 2018.)
Speaking from the Cross – I Thirst
Two words: “I Thirst.” Though short, this statement conveys a depth of emotion and meaning. Why are these last words of Jesus so significant?
(Preaching on Jesus’ words on the cross. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 29, 2017.)
Preaching through John – Glory in Suffering (John 9:1-8)
Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do bad things happen at all? In one particular case, for one particular tragedy, we get to know the answer for certain. As we consider the story of the man born blind in John 9, what can we extrapolate for our own lives?
(This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on November 6, 2016.)
Watts in the Word 