Ruth 1 is a devastating chapter, as the narrative jumps right into tragedy in Naomi’s life and her response to that tragedy. What do we learn about Naomi’s mental and spiritual state, and what can we take away from her conversations with her daughters-in-law?
(Preaching through Ruth. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on April 12, 2026.)
The first chapters of Job give an invaluable, unique insight into the relationship and workings of God and Satan. Are these chapters literal, and how or should we draw practical lessons from these conversations?
(Preaching through Job. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on June 24, 2018.)
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 