Martinez church of Christ Podcast: Recent Episodes
Martinez church of Christ
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Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Maxwell James
From Ecclesiastes 12:1-8
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Lesson from Psalm 147.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon is from Amos 1 & 2.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do we grow as Christians?
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sermon on Psalm 103.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
3 part devotional by Ken Mann, Jed Bickle, and Mike Bickle.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
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Speaker: Various Speakers
Three part devotional by Jim Warner, Jed Bickle, and Ben McVicker.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
3 part devotional with Aaron Hurd, David Jimmerson, and Ken Mann.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This lesson is part 1 of a series on the 10 commandments. In this lesson we look at commandments 1 and 2.
Series: Psalms of Faith & Growth
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Dan Bunting
Series: Psalms of Faith & Growth
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Dan Bunting
Series: Psalms of Faith & Growth
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Dan Bunting
Series: Psalms of Faith & Growth
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Dan Bunting
Series: Psalms of Faith & Growth
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Dan Bunting
Series: Psalms of Faith & Growth
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Dan Bunting
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Lesson from the story of the Old Prophet and the Young Prophet.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Lesson from the life of Rehoboam.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
Devotionals by Kenny Asterita, Jed Bickle, and Ken Mann.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sermon about Psalm 107.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
In this 3-part devotional, Aaron Hurd, Jed Bickle, and Colby Chamberlain talk about the conversions of Zacchaeus, Cornelius, and the Philippian Jailer.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This lesson covers Galatians chapter 4.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This lesson covers Galatians 3.
Series: Making a Fresh Start
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Tim Jennings
Series: Making a Fresh Start
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Tim Jennings
Series: Making a Fresh Start
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Tim Jennings
Series: Making a Fresh Start
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Tim Jennings
Series: Making a Fresh Start
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Tim Jennings
Series: The Good Samaritan
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: The Good Samaritan
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: The Good Samaritan
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: The Good Samaritan
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at Jesus on the Mountain of Transfiguration.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon we look at Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
This is a 3-part devotional from Kenny Asterita, David Jimmerson, and Aaron Hurd.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Luke 18 we learn about how to adopt the humble attitude of person crying out for mercy as we approach God.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you ever feel discouraged with all of the evil, suffering, and chaos in this world? How are Christians supposed to live in a world that seems so broken? In this sermon we look at three teachings of Jesus that answer this question.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from the first 3 chapters of Proverbs we look at how to live a life of wisdom.
Series: Grace to Faith to Life
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kris Emerson
Series: Grace to Faith to Life
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kris Emerson
Series: Grace to Faith to Life
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kris Emerson
Series: Grace to Faith to Life
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kris Emerson
Series: Grace to Faith to Life
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kris Emerson
Series: Grace to Faith to Life
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kris Emerson
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
Three short lessons on Peter's sermons in Acts 2, Acts 3, and Acts 10.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is an in-depth study of the topic of divorce. In this lesson we look at Matthew 19, Matthew 5, and 1 Corinthians 7. See the links below to download the audio, video, sermon slides, and sermon notes.
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Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Dennis Allan
Dennis Allan delivers a sermon and then answers questions about his work in Brazil.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
A sermon on prayer.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at how Moses learned to do things God's way and how we can follow that same path.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we follow the life of Peter from beginning to end.
There were some technical issues with the recording. The video is broken into three segments. The audio is available in one file, but there are a couple small chunks of audio missing from the recording.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The video went out on this recording so we only have the audio and PowerPoint availabe.
Series: The Armor of God
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Andy Cantrell
Series: The Armor of God
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Andy Cantrell
Series: The Armor of God
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Andy Cantrell
Series: The Armor of God
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Andy Cantrell
Series: The Armor of God
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Andy Cantrell
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the first 3 chapters of Genesis and see how marriage went from God's ideal design to a state of brokenness.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the intro sermon to our 2023 church theme. In this lesson we look at Psalm 127.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
This is a review of some of the things the church did in 2022 and a look at the plans for 2023.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Neil Coleman, Kenny Asterita, and Philip Williams present short devotionals on how to better control our speech.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Psalm 115 we think about what to pray to God about as we strive to live a God-centered life in this new year.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
Glenn Hayes, David Jimmerson, and John Franklin talk about their favorite psalms.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon from Daniel 5 we look at the need for honor and respect in our relationship toward God.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the closing sermon for our 2022 theme on unity. In this final lesson we talk about being together in heaven.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at Psalm 77 as we think about how to deal with suffering and adversity.
Series: How Do I Know My Bible Has the Correct Books in It?
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this final lesson of the series we look at evidence for the New Testament books.
Series: How Do I Know My Bible Has the Correct Books in It?
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this second lesson we look at the book of Enoch and the book of Jubilees. We examine the evidence for why they should not be included in our Bibles. We also examine why Jude seems to quote the book of Enoch.
Series: How Do I Know My Bible Has the Correct Books in It?
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Ezekiel 13 we look at the importance of truth and the courage it takes to speak it.
Series: Teaching Personal Bible Studies
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this final lesson in the series we look at how to get started teaching a personal study.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Psalm 84 we talk about longing for our eternal home with God.
Series: Teaching Personal Bible Studies
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this study of the parable of the 10 virgins from Matthew 25, we look at the importance of preparing for Jesus to come.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
Glenn Hayes, Zach Young, and Colby Chamberlain talk about evangelism and teaching personal Bible studies to the lost.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we take a look at a difficult verse from John 3 when Jesus is describing the new birth to Nicodemus.
Series: Teaching Personal Bible Studies
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this second lesson we look at how to lead a study.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we talk about Jesus' authority.
Series: Teaching Personal Bible Studies
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the first lesson in a series on how to teach a personal Bible study or home Bible study. In this lesson we look at the reason why this is so important and what benefits there are in doing this.
Series: Building Unity Through a Common Mission
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon is from the last half of Philippians 4 where Paul describes the gift that the Philippian Christians had sent him.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
This is a prayer service with several short devotionals and prayers.
Series: Building Unity Through a Common Mission
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon is from Philippians 4:2-3.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
This is a three part devotional on Christian sacrifice.
Series: Building Unity Through a Common Mission
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: Building Unity Through a Common Mission
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
How do you find hope when losing a loved one? Three speakers present lessons and experiences in dealing with the challenge of finding hope when losing loved ones. The first lesson is about having no hope, the second is about having doubts, and the third is about having hope.
Series: Building Unity Through a Common Mission
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the first lesson in a series on unity from the book of Philippians.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
I this lesson we look at how Psalm 32 gives a deeper picture of forgiveness.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
How do you teach someone the gospel? In this lesson, four different speakers talk about evangelism, how they were convereted, and how they share the gospel with others.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Psalm 100 we talk about how to find joy in serving God.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at Paul's teaching to the elders of the church at Ephesus in Acts 20 and see what the culture should be of a New Testament church.
Series: Dealing With Suffering and Adversity
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Shane Scott
Series: Dealing With Suffering and Adversity
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Shane Scott
Series: Dealing With Suffering and Adversity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Shane Scott
Series: Dealing With Suffering and Adversity
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Shane Scott
Series: Dealing With Suffering and Adversity
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Shane Scott
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do we pray for help in overcoming temptations and living holy lives for God? In this lesson we look at three psalms that give us just the right words to say.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
People often study the parables of Jesus. But this lesson is on a parable told by the prophet Ezekiel. The parable is an interesting story with a very relevant message.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the last sermon in our series on unity from the book of Romans.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Does your relationship with Jesus move you enough to fall down on the ground before Him? In this lesson we look at examples of people who literally fell on their faces at Jesus' feet and then we talk about how we can develop that same kind of heart today.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the second part of our study on Romans 14. In this lesson we talk about how to apply the principles.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Can we worship with people who we disagree with? In this sermon we look at how and when to apply the principles of Romans 14.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at Romans 12 and 13 to see how to live a more loving life.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
These three devotionals about favorite Bible verses are presented by Jim Warner, Zach Cose, and Jed Bickle.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Romans 12 we look at how to use our various gifts for God's work.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
We all seem to have an innate desire for approval from others. Is that a good desire or a bad desire? In this lesson we find out what the Bible says.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Romans 9 - 11 we look at how identifying the mistakes of your family can be an important step in growing as a Christian and building unity with God's people.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Should we pray to the Father, Son, Holy Spirit, or all three?
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Romans 7 - 8, we learn what it means to walk by the Spirit and how that can help a church grow in unity.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
David Jimmerson, Neil Coleman, and Aaron Hurd talk about the topic of unity.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at Romans 5 - 6 and learn how to get sin out of our lives and live for Christ.
Series: How Could People Who are So Different Become One?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the second lesson in a series about unity from the book of Romans. In this lesson we look at how a better understanding of God's grace can bring us into unity with each other.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the life of Uzziah and learn the importance of identifying grace in our lives every day.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How can a church have unity when people seem so different from one another? In this lesson we begin looking at the book of Romans and see how Paul taught the Roman Christians to become one even amidst their differences.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the connection between God's relationship with us and our relationship with others.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This lesson is an introduction to our new theme for the year on unity.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Various Speakers
In this three part devotional we look at lessons from the book of Numbers are relevant for the Christian life today.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Mike Bickle
This is an address from the elders here.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon is for young people who are considering becoming Christians.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon we look at three important commands Paul gives to Timothy and how living in God's presence can motivate us to follow those commands.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
As we go through challenges in life, our faith in God should shape the decisions that we make. In this lesson we are looking at the powerful faith of Elijah and how his example can motivate us today.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Should we follow the law today? Should we follow part of it? All of it? None of it? This can be a complicated subject, but in this lesson we break it down and find the some answers.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Mike Bickle
In this service we focused specifically on the Lord's Supper.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Aaron Hurd
This is a three part devotional on heaven.
Series: What Happens After We Die?
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this final lesson we try to understand what eternity with God will be like.
Series: What Happens After We Die?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at judgment day.
Series: What Happens After We Die?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at Christ's return and the end of death.
Series: What Happens After We Die?
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this second lesson we look at New Testamente scriptures that describe what happens immediately after death.
Series: What Happens After We Die?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at what the Old Testament teaches us about life after death.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at 10 points from 1 Corinthians that will help us rid sin from our lives.
Series: Thriving
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What is the ideal life? This lessons challenges our preconceptions on presents a radically different concept of the ideal life.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This lesson is about Jesus casting out the demon in Mark 5.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Marty Broadwell
This is a special lesson on leadership that Marty Broadwell came and presented for us.
Series: Thriving
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the second part of a two part lesson on becoming more dependent on Christ.
Series: Thriving
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Satan often sews confusion on what is morally good and what is morally evil. How do Christians navigate these difficulties?
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the overall themes of the book of Psalms.
Series: Thriving
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at three ways that Christians can take the lowest place.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you desire God? In this lesson from Psalm 73 we look at how Asaph learned to desire God.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do you help someone who is dealing with a heavy burden?
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sometimes it can be very difficult to let go of your burden so someone else can help you bear it.
Series: Who am I?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you see your relationship with Jesus as even more important than your physical family?
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How to deal with those difficult times when God seems absent. This lesson is from Psalm 22.
Series: Who am I?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon we talk about how this one small phrase from 2 Corinthians 2:15 gives us the perfect metaphor for a Christian's influence in the world.
Series: Who am I?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon from Ephesians 2 we look at the phrase, "we are God's workmanship."
Series: Who am I?
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the first sermon in our new series about our identity as Christians. This lesson will help us see what being a Christian should really look like.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How many children should Christians have? Must they have children at all? Can Christians use birth control? In this lesson we look at Bible principles that help us answer these sometimes controversial questions.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Where is God when we go through challenges? This sermon will help us better understand God's providence and care.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon we look atwhat the New Testament says a Christian's relationship should be towards politics.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the appointment of Glenn Hayes as an elder of the church. There is a short sermon followed by some words from the elders.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at 5 great moments of praise from the Old Testament and discuss how they can help us to praise God better.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Colby Chamberlain
In this lesson Colby traces the theme of washing throughout the Bible.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do we learn to effectively manage our time? Free time can be a blessing, but it can also be a temptation. In this lesson we look at a couple of keys from the scriptures for effectively using the time that God gives us.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
At the foundation of the gospel message is a message of power through weakness. Christ brought us salvation through a cross. In this lesson we explore how that concept carries implications to how we view and deal with our personal circumstances.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Providing comfort for others is not just a good thing to do, it is a responsibility. In this lesson we look at how we can provide real comfort to those who are hurting.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do we prepare to meet God? In this lesson we look at the specifics of how to have confidence when contemplating death.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
God invites us to "cast all our anxieties on him." But this is much easier said than done. We often give our anxieties to God only to take them back a short time later. In this lesson we look at 1 Peter 5 and examine five keys to successfully giving our anxieties to God and leaving them there.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How should Christians handle the trials caused by the COVID-19 virus? In this lesson we look at how we should view this present situation and then how we should respond to it.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
As a church, we are beginning to look at appointing additional elders. How do we make that decision? How does God want us to handle this opportunity?
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at some of the typical challenges and pitfalls when considering the qualifications for an elder. Sometimes churches either make the qualifications too restrictive or too lax. The solution is to look at the purpose the qualifications.
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Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do we depend on God when the future seems so uncertain? In this sermon we look at the basis of trust in God and how we can live out our faith even when we don't know what tomorrow holds.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What are God's roles for women in the church? This is an extremely controversial topic. In this lesson we look at what the Bible actually says and draw applications for how we need to follow it.
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Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Jim Warner
Jim talks about how people sometimes turn to suicide when they feel like life isn't worth living. He shows from the scriptures the value of life and the things we need to consider during times of discouragement.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Want to become a better leader? In this lesson we look at what God's word says about leadership.
Series: The Power of Jesus' Death
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What did Jesus mean when he prayed, "Let this cup pass from me?" What cup was he talking about? In this lesson we answer that question and find that the answer tells us a lot about the significance of Jesus death.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sometimes Christian do things for Christ, but don't do them particularly well. In this lesson from 1 Peter 4 we talk about how to use our gifts from God in a way that really brings glory to Him.
Series: The Power of Jesus' Death
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at how Jesus' death overcame the curse of sin and what that actually means for us.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do you make a decision when God hasn't clearly spelled out which choice is right and which choice is wrong? In this lesson we find that the story of the Tower of Babel helps us find the answer.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What does it mean to wait for Christ's return? In this lesson we look at Jesus' parable of the talents and discover the responsibility that Jesus requires from each of us.
Series: Stewardship
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Here's how Christ's return should affect the way that we serve others.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we begin our new theme for 2020. This year we will focus on Christ's return.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Nate Lankford
How do you find a blessing in the midst of suffering? In this lesson Nate helps us learn to navigate those difficult times of life.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you sometimes feel like your worship is nothing more than a routine? In this lesson we look at how Jesus brought people to real genuine worship and how we can recapture that same kind of worship today.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
With so many Bibles to choose from today, how do we know which one is best? In this lesson we examine and compare the major english translations to determine the strengths and weaknesses of each.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
We usually think of jealousy as a very negative characteristic. In this lesson we discover how God exemplifies it in a positive way. Seeing this will also help us resolve fights, jealousy, and desires in our own lives.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you love reading the Bible? Many times we don't read the Bible regularly because we don't fully enjoy it. In this sermon we are talking about how to really love reading Bible.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The Bible is a massive book written by numerous authors over a span of hundreds of years. But because the entire book is inspired by God, the individual pieces are intricately connected together. In this lesson we learn how to find connections and how finding those connections will make Bible study much more exciting, rewarding, and beneficial.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you find yourself replaying past failures in your mind? Whether it's wrongs we've committed, wrongs others have done against us, or just unfortunate circumstances, our past experiences often hold us captive. In this sermon we find the keys to finally break free.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Why did God create us with such limited amounts of energy? Why did he design us with the need to constantly recharge our bodies through sleeping and eating? In this lesson we explore the Bible theme of rest and see how God wants to use our need for rest to point us towards an even greater need.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you enjoy your relationship with God? Do you long to grow closer to him? Sometimes the Christian life feels a little frustrating. In this lesson we look at how to make every day of the Christian life a blessing.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
There are a lot of misunderstandings in our culture when it comes to the topic of repentance. In this lesson we look at the extreme nature of biblical repentance.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Aaron Hurd
What happens after you die? In this lesson we answer this question and show how the answer changes everything about how you live now.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How did the prophets in the Old Testament maintain a passionate zeal for sharing God's word in spite of constant persecution and rejection? In this lesson we learn how to recapture that zeal through the book of Ezekiel.
Series: Lessons From the Land
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Jeremy Dehut
Jeremy finishes the series by helping us see Jesus' extreme love on the cross.
Series: Lessons From the Land
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Jeremy Dehut
Jeremy transports us back to the Garden of Gethsemane where we see Jesus' humility and submission.
Series: Lessons From the Land
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Jeremy Dehut
What did Jesus mean when he talked about worshiping in Spirit and in Truth? In this lesson Jeremy guides us through Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman and shows the meaning of true worship.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Powell
Glenn shows how as Christians we should be eager to work for Christ.
Series: Lessons From the Land
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Jeremy Dehut
In this lesson Jeremy shows the deeper significance of the Passover and Last Supper meal.
Series: Lessons From the Land
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Jeremy Dehut
Jeremy helps us see the time when Jesus cast a demon out of man and into a herd of pigs. Through this study we learn about the meaning of true discipleship.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
God designed marriage in a way that the husband and wife can each influence each other. But how do we do that in positive way? In this lesson we talk about how to grow spiritually through the marriage relationship.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do people perceive God when they observe your life? In this lesson we talk about how to adjust our lives so that we become windows to heaven - where people perceive God's character simply by observing our lives.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How close do you feel to God? How does that nearness affect your life? In this lesson from Psalm 139 we discuss the nature of God's closeness and what that should do for us.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Powell
What does it look like to grow spiritually? In this lesson we learn how to grow by looking at the life of Peter.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
One of the biggest obstacles that holds us back from teaching someone who's lost is that we don't now what to say. This sermon will give you the tools to overcome that difficulty.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Why do you make the decisions that you make? Our decisions are often shaped less by what we believe and more by what we adore. In this lesson we look at the first two chapters of the book of Ecclesiastes and learn how to redirect our affections toward God.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the very difficult parable in Luke 16 of the unrighteous steward and learn some deep insight on how we should view our money.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you have trouble telling people about Jesus? Evangelism is in essence a battle of ideas. We are not fighting against people. Instead, we are, as Paul said, "Taking every thought captive." What makes this so difficult is that no one likes to be wrong. In this lesson we talk about 5 approaches for helping someone who is lost to see the truth.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Mike Bickle
Mike Bickle talks about the importance of doing good works.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The book of Luke contains only a few verses about Anna yet she gives us one of the purest examples of evangelism in all the Bible. In this lesson we learn how to better tell other people about Jesus.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Ron Wilson
In this lesson Ron shows us how to become a better leader from the life of Joshua.
Series: Make a Difference in the World
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the first lesson in our new series, "Making a Difference in the World." In this lesson we look at how God's love extends to everyone and how we need to imitate that love as we reach the lost with the gospel.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever looked back at your life and said, "What was I thinking?" This sermon is an appeal to live life with intention. It's far too easy to fall into the routine of life without really thinking about the path we're taking and the story we're writing. This sermon is about how to fix that problem.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever wondered, "Why doesn't God answer my prayer?" In this lesson we deal with the difficult challenge of why God seems to fail to answer certain prayers.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Paul set an incredible example as he traveled the world, starting churches and strengthening Christians. But for many of us, his example seems unreachable. How could I personally ever become like the apostle Paul? However, Paul doesn't want us to think that way. In this lesson, we look at 6 points in Paul's writing where he specifically tells all Christians to imitate him.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
When you study a book of the Bible it's really important to see the big picture of the book that you are studying. Sometimes we misunderstand a text because we have isolated a small part of a larger story. In this lesson Philip shows the unity, patterns, themes, and overall message of the book of Genesis by outlining it on a whiteboard. You can follow along using the photos below.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Why do you come to worship services? It's possible to attend a church for years, but never really understand why you're doing it. Manytimes that's the reason why people drift away over time. Have you ever gone through a phase where you just didn't really feel like getting together with the church? This lesson will help you. In this sermon we reevaluate our motives and discover the true purpose for collective worship.
Series: Making a Difference Through Prayer
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What do you pray for? Sometimes we spend a lot of time praying for things that in the big picure don't matter very much. In this lesson we talk about how to refocus our prayers on the things that really matter.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do you love someone who makes you miserable? In this lesson we look at the challenging virtue of longsuffering and talk about what to do when you find yourself in a painful relationship.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
If you are in your teenage or college years, then this sermon is for you. In this lesson we look at 5 really critical pieces of advice that you need to take to heart while you are young.
Series: Making a Difference Through Prayer
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This lesson begins a series on praying for others. Why should we pray? Is prayer just for us personally or does it mean something more? In this lesson we find the answer to that and learn how really depend on God as we serve others.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you struggle with anxiety and worry? We live in a very anxious culture. We typically view anxiety as a bad thing, after all the Bible warns against it. In this sermon we discover that the Bible also uses the word anxiety in a positive sense. Christians are commanded to be anxious. Unfortunately, Christians often fail miserably to fulfill that command. This lesson will help you channel your anxiety into a godly direction.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Aaron Hurd
Abortion is a very emotionally and politically charged topic right now with plenty of misinformation and polarized viewpoints. But what does the Bible say on it? In this sermon Aaron explains what God's word says about this difficult issue.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever read a scripture in the Old Testament about God's judgment and thought, "But that's not the way Jesus is, right?" It often feels as though God was very judgmental in the Old Testament, but is now very loving in the New Testament. But why would God change? In this lesson we find that the difference are not as clear cut and simple as they first appear. This lesson will help you make sense of the entire Bible, resolve the challenges, and see how all of it is useful for us today.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Psalm 45 is a very different sort of Psalm. Most Psalms are addressed directly to God, but this Psalm seems to be giving adoration to a king at a wedding. Why is this Psalm in our Bibles and what does it mean?
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How does a church get off track from following the Bible? In this lesson we look at 3 dangerous motives that can lead us to do things our way instead of God's way.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever known someone who claims to be a Christian yet their spiritual life didn't seem very genuine? This is a huge problem in religion today. I this lesson we walk through the book of James looking at 10 traits of a Christian who is really genuine.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Brett Westbrook
In this lesson Brett Westbrook shares how just one person can make a difference. That he explains what we need to do to make that difference.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you ever struggle with lust or sexual temptations? This lesson from 1 Corinthians 6 wil provide you with tools to fight these very difficult temptations.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How much do you love Jesus? In this lesson from Matthew 23 - 25 we talk about one way that Jesus evaluates our love for him.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon is designed to help us go from hearing God's word to doing God's word. In this lesson we just look at three verses about love (Hebrews 13:1-3), talk about them, and then work on applying them to our lives. The approach is simple and powerful.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever gotten frustrated or angry with God? Perhaps you've lost a family member and become angry that God would allow them to die. Or maybe you have become impatient waiting for God. When we find ourselves in that situation we often feel like we are the only ones who have ever struggled with it. But many great heroes of faith, including both Moses and David, sometimes expressed anger towards God. In this lesson we look at what lead these people to become frustrated with God and how we can resolve this struggle in our own lives.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How does God want his church to be organized? God designed His church like a skilled artist would paint a magnificent masterpiece. Unfortunately, throughout history people have failed to appreciate God's design and have often changed it. In this lesson we look at what God's original design was and how we can go back to it.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
We usually study the story of Abraham offering Isaac from the perspective of faith. But have you ever looked at what that event teaches us about love? In this lesson we look at Abraham's offering through the lens of love.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Everyone struggles with the enticements of sin. The problem is our method for escaping sin is often misguided. We make little progress in our fight because our approach is wrong. In this lesson we look at God's way for us to resist sin. If you have sins in your life that you struggle with, then this lesson from Romans 6 - 8 will provide the tools you need to start overcoming that sin.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Powell
This lesson is about the importance of prayer and how we can pray more effectively.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
I believe the moment when Jesus knelt down and washed his disciples' feet is one of the most powerful events in all of Jesus' ministry. In this lesson we dig deep into this story and examine the significance of every detail in the narrative. Then we discover the incredibly powerful application it has for every Christian's life today.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Jesus said the law and the prophets were based on the idea of loving God and loving our neighbors. Many times when people read the Old Testament they don't see it as a book about love. How do we miss that theme? In this lesson, we read some of the Old Testament commands about love and then see how they were fulfilled in Jesus. This lesson will challenge you to be much more intentional how you love others.
Series: Making a Difference in the Church
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In the beginning God created a family. One of the Bible's themes that is often overlooked is God's desire to create a family. In this lesson we trace that theme through the Bible and then see how it applies to our relationships today.
Series: God Makes a Difference Through Us
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kyle Pope
Series: God Makes a Difference Through Us
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kyle Pope
Series: God Makes a Difference Through Us
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kyle Pope
Series: God Makes a Difference Through Us
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kyle Pope
Series: God Makes a Difference Through Us
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Kyle Pope
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever noticed how different Jesus seemed to act under various circumstances? In some instances Jesus was very gentle and tender. In other situations he was extremely direct, even to the point of offending people. Why did Jesus fluctuate between these two, seemingly, opposite approaches? In this sermon we explore the answer to that question and find that it has a lot to do with how Jesus deals with us today.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The Christian life is often characterized by two key attributes: extreme sacrifice, and extreme joy. It's easy to see how both of those are critical to the Christian life, but it's surprising to discover that the Christian is commanded to practice the two simultaneously! We are called to joyfully sacrifice. How do we do that? In this lesson we look at Hebrews 9 through 12 to learn what the joyful Christian life really looks like.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Psalm 23 says that God leads us in the paths of righteousness for "His name's sake." Have you ever thought about that phrase? Why is that God's motive? In this lesson we search for an answer to that question and find that it leads us to a massive theme across the entire Bible.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
We often live our Christian lives only focusing on the present or immediate future. In this lesson we discover that God intends his people to plan and work towards long term spiritual goals.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Prayer is about entering God's heavenly throne room and laying our concerns at His feet. The added benefit to prayer is that the more time we spend in God's throne room the more we see life from God's perspective. If you want to pray stronger prayers of faith, then this lesson will be helpful for you.
Series: Seeking God
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the second in our series on seeking God. In this lesson we look at the importance of making a purposeful choice to seek God. If you sometimes find yourself struggling to maintain a deep and consistent relationship with God, then this lesson will be very helpful for you.
Series: Seeking God
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is the beginning of a series on lessons from 1 & 2 Chronicles on how to Seek God. In this first lesson we look at times when King Saul and King David failed to seek God. Then we examine a psalm that David composed that describes the motivation needed for seeking God. This was an interactive study combining discussion, study exercises, and prayer.
Series: Seeking God
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we begin by looking at the beautiful concept of rest that God invites us into. Then we study the life of King Asa and how he found rest and later lost that rest. As we examine Asa's life we find that the key to enjoying God's gift of rest was learning to fully depend on God. This lesson will help you learn to trust God and enjoy the beautiful relationship that he intends for you.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is a controversial topic with lots of pitfalls. In this lesson is a balanced approach that takes all sides into consideration and gives us some good principles to follow.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Jake Doran
In this lesson, Jake examines what Jesus means when he says "I am the Good Shepherd."
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What's keeping you from growing in your faith? Seeing by faith is really counter intuitive because we have to first recognize how blind we are. In this lesson we look at the man born blind from John 9 and discover 3 common obstacles to faith.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Leviticus is often thought of as the most tedious and boring book of the entire Bible. Because of that, it's one of the overlooked books of the Bible. It's also a book that many people feel is irrelevant to the Christian life. So why did God place it in our Bibles? In this lesson we look for the answer to that question and discover a valuable truth that every Christian needs to take to heart.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the beautiful metaphor of God shaping our lives like a potter molds clay. Do you want to be more useful to God? This is a sermon about becoming a tool in God's hand as we submit completely to His will.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
As Christians, we assume that we have faith in Christ. But if you read the descriptions of faith in the New Testament, you can't help but realize that faith involves doing much more than many Christians are willing to do. In this lesson we look at Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 4 and 5 and find out what real faith looks like.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Jesus calls us to do some extremely difficult tasks. In this lesson from Galatians we look at why fully following Jesus is much more difficult than people often realize. Then we look at Galatians 2:20 and discover how God enables us to do those hard things. This is one of those lessons that will challenge you no matter how long you've been a Christian.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Brett Westbrook
How do we know the events in the Bible really happened? In this lesson, Brett looks at the Bible from the standpoint of witnesses testifying of what they saw.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon we go back to Acts 2 and talk about how to become a Christian. This lesson gives the fundamentals of what you need to know to begin following Christ.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Glenn Powell
In this lesson we look at examples from scripture of how just one person made a tremendous difference in the lives of those around them.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you want to have a deeper relationship with Jesus? We often think of following Jesus in terms of imitating His example. But the reality is, our relationship with him needs to be much deeper than just emulation. In this sermon we look at Jesus' parable of the vine from John 15 and discover the kind of relationship Jesus came to give us.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
God designed the Ark of the Covenant as a symbol of His greatness and leadership. Unfortunately, the nation's view of the Ark often reduced God to the size of a wooden box. In this lesson we follow the story of the Ark of the Covenant throughout the Bible and learn that the way people related to the Ark often indicated how they viewed God. This is the kind of lesson that helps us reevaluate how we view God.
Series: Making a Difference
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at 5 of Jesus' emotions that motivated him to make a difference in the lives of other people. If we're going to immitate Jesus's ability to impact the lives of others, we need to start with these 5 emotions.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Aaron Hurd
What's the secret to having a happy life? In this lesson Aaron shares what psychologists and sociologists have found. Then he compares that to the Bible's teaching and gives us 6 secrets that are critical to a happy life.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Nearly 2000 years has passed since the last book of the Bible was penned. How likely is it that the Bible we hold today is the same as the one the apostles and other authors wrote? What if someone maliciously tampered with the text? In this lesson we look at the evidence and find some answers.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Is the Bible a closed book or should we expect additional revelations from God? How would Jesus have answered that question? How would the apostles have answered it? This issue has very large implications. In this lesson we look at the evidence to see what Jesus and the apostles believed on this important topic.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This recording includes the appointment of Mike Bickle as a new elder of this church.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The topic of angels is mysterious and confusing. The Bible says lot about angels, yet there's so much more that we'd like to know. In this lesson we attempt to answer some of the most common questions reguarding angels. Then we look at what we can learn from studying this kind of unusual topic.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you routinely have to deal with people who are difficult to be around? There are plenty of people in this world who are very hard to get along with. As Christians, how are we to deal with those kinds of people? Paul gives us the answer in Romans 12.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
As 2018 draws to a close and we begin 2019, it's good to look back over the previous year and see what God has done for us. In this sermon we look at the value of seeing God's care in our lives. When we see what God has done and is doing for us, it will change who we are in the future.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Whether you're Christian or not, life tends to include a lot of difficulties and challenges. Even churches often go through difficult times. So how do we handle those difficulties as a congregation? In this lesson we find some answers by looking at how the early church handled difficulties in the book of Acts.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you ever lose your focus as a Christian? It's really easy to get distracted. In this lesson we look at just 3 of Jesus' teachings that will help us overcome distraction and keep ourselves focused on what really matters.
Series: Conquering with Patience
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The book of Job is sometimes a very frustrating book to study. The way God treats Job seems unfair and unjust. While the book appears to be about the problem of evil, the answers it gives to that problem seem to be inadequate. What are we to make of this? In this lesson we dig a little deeper and find some answers.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson from Jeremiah 42 and 43 we discuss some perplexing questions about obedience and self-deception.
Series: Conquering with Patience
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do you help someone who has quit growing spiritually? What do you say to them? Most of us know people in this situation, but we often aren't sure what to do about it. In this lesson from Hebrews 10 we look at very specific talking points that we need to share with Christians who are struggling.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we discover how gratitude goes far beyond just sayng "thank you." Thankfulness is one of the foundations to the Christian life.
Series: Conquering with Patience
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever gone through a crises moment in your life that really tested your faith? In this lesson we look at how crises moments are like eye exams that help us evaluate our spiritual eyesight.
Series: Conquering with Patience
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon begins our new series on conquering trials with patience. In Revelation 3 Christ wrote to the Philadelphian Christians who were going through some kind of challenging situation. He reassured them by saying that he had the key of David. What did Jesus mean by this? In this lesson we find out how this unusual metaphor can strengthen us during trials.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the final beautiful conclusion to the book of Revelation.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
As Christians we need to live righteous lives. Unfortunately, sometimes our pursuit of righteous living causes us to look down on those who appear to be less righteous. In this sermon we find out how to identify this problem in ourselves and how to fix it.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
When you read the Bible you can't help but see that there are things in religion today that don't seem to line up with what God originally taught. In this sermon we discuss what it would look like to just go back and follow the Bible only.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The apostle Peter said that there is salvation in no one except Christ. Yet according to most statistics the majority of the world does not even claim to follow Christ. That seems to indicate that the majority of humanity will be lost. That's very disturbing. How do we deal with that troubling reality? In this lesson we look at Romans 9, 10, and 11 to find some answers to this perplexing topic.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do you picture heaven? In this study we look at the beautiful heavenly city that's prophesied in Revelation 21. This is a lessonn that will give you a clearer picture of our eternal home with God and maybe even correct some misconceptions.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Do you have a positive view of life or a negative view of life? In Psalm 90 Moses seems to express a very negative view of life. In this lesson we see how Moses' life shaped his perspective in Psalm 90 and why his seemingly negative viewpoint can help us better understand our lives today.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Most of the problems with religion today boil down to this one problem. In this lesson we go back to the Bible to understand what a church is really supposed to be.
Series: The Gospel in Isaiah
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Ben Hall
What does it mean to be a priest? Ben Hall connects the Old Testament concept of priesthood with how Christians should live their lives today.
Series: The Gospel in Isaiah
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Ben Hall
Ben Hall shows us that the metaphore of light and darkness has deep implications for how we live and think.
Series: The Gospel in Isaiah
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Ben Hall
The work of the Holy Spirit is notoriously overlooked or misunderstood. Ben Hall takes us back to the Old Testament to see what the Bible actually teaches about the Spirit.
Series: The Gospel in Isaiah
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Ben Hall
In this lesson Ben Hall walks us through Isaiah 55 to help us see how we can find joy and peace in God.
Series: The Gospel in Isaiah
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Ben Hall
Ben Hall begins this series from Isaiah by showing some portraits of Jesus that are sometimes overlooked.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Aaron Hurd
In 2014 snake handler, Cody Coots, was bit by a rattle snake while preaching a sermon. What was Cody thinking? Mark 16:18 says that those who believe will be able to pick up deadly serpents. Does that mean believers should handle snakes today? In this lesson, Aaron Hurd explains what the Bible actually teaches about snake handling, speaking in tongues, and faith healing.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: John Doran
Do you ever feel worried or discouraged? In this lesson, John Doran shares Biblical truths that lift us out of the trap of worry and discouragement.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
As Christians, we are members of God's family. In physical families parents, children, husbands, and wives all have distinct roles. So what is my role in God's family? In this lesson we discuss how to fulfill our individual roles and the importance of being content with those roles.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Revelation 20 is one of the most controversial chapters in all the Bible. In this study we look at what it means in the context of the rest of the book.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sometimes Christians diligently serve God, but they fail to find joy in that relationship. In this lesson we examine Psalm 16 and discover the recipe to a joyful relationship with God.
Series: Conquering with Truth
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Truth is not just something we believe, it's something that needs to change our lives. In this lesson on the temptations of Jesus we see how Jesus overcame Satan's lies using truth.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this Revelation study we talk about God's judgment on the evil prostitute, "Babylon the Great City."
Series: Conquering with Truth
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
1 Corinthians 15:9 says, "If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied." That's a strange statement. Paul is saying that if it wasn't for heaven, being a Christian would be about the most unpleasant kind of life you could live. Do you believe that to be true? For most Christians, that doesn't seem to be true. In this lesson we discover why Paul viewed life that way and how we may need to change our perspective on the Christian life. Along the way, we also learn a great lesson on the importance…
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Jake Doran
Psalm 8 explains so much about who God is and what life is about. In this study Jake helps us think more deeply about the concepts in this psalm.
Series: Conquering with Truth
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Oftentimes Christians attempt to answer this question with shallow responses like, "Of course there is, because the Bible says there is!" That kind of logic does nothing for someone who disbelieves the Bible. So in this lesson we look at 3 arguments outside of scripture that give great evidence to the existence of God. These arguments are so compelling that even atheists who claim to disbelieve these arguments often find themselves living as though these ideas are true.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Judgment is not a pleasant topic to talk about. But in Revelation 14 - 16 we see symbolic descriptions of God's judgment. Why does God include so many vivid and grotesque descriptions of judgment in the Bible? In this class we discuss that question and unearth some very practical lessons from it.
Series: Conquering with Truth
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Jesus told Pilate that his purpose for coming into the world was to "Bear Witness to the Truth." Truth is the foundation of Christianity. Unfortunately, the concept of truth is often misunderstood even among Christians. In this lesson from 2 John we dispel some of the misconceptions related to truth and discuss the danger of lies.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How many people do you think will be in heaven? In Luke 13 a man asks Jesus if there will only be a few people who are saved. Jesus responds in a way that is a bit disturbing when you stop and think about it. In this lesson we look at a couple different parables to try to understand Jesus' disturbing answer.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this study we talk about the significance of the second beast who looks like a lamb, but talks like a dragon.
Series: Work
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What do you do when your boss tells you to do something that a Christians shouldn't do? The typical work environment creates a number of challenges for a Christian. How should a Christian handle those trials?
Series: Work
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Have you ever felt like your job was pulling you away from God? Working a job and living a Christian life is often very challenging. In this sermon we dive deep into the topic of work in the Bible and discover a totally different way to view our careers.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Joe Mitchell
David is called a man after God's own heart, yet he committed many horrifying sins. How are we to reconcile that contradiction? In this lesson, Joe explores this topic from the Psalms.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How big is the God you serve? In this lesson from Psalm 50 we find that it's far too easy to misunderstand the size of God. But when we open our eyes to the immense magnitude of God, it will radically change our relationship with Him.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In the first half of Revelation 13 we meet a terrifying beast from the sea. What does this beast represent and what does that teach us?
Series: Conquering with Love
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
One of the biggest challenges for unity in a church is cultural differences between members. Most churches are made up of people with different backgrounds, different races, different levels of education, different ages, and different perspectives. Those differences often create barriers. How do we bridge those gaps?
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This is one of those chapters in the Bible that has the power to change how you think about everything. It invites us to zoom out and see how the obstacles we face may be a direct result of Satan himself.
Series: Conquering with Love
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How do we develop the kind of love that Christ calls us to have? In this lesson from 1 John 3 we find that genuine Christian love is tied to our identity as God's children.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Singing
Speaker: Mike Bickle
This is a singing night themed around holding to God during difficult times. If you're going through hard times, you'll find these songs and scriptures encouraging.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Brett Westbrook
Jabez is a little-known character hidden deep in the genealogies of the Old Testament. Yet there are some wonderful lessons we can learn from his prayer.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Dennis McDonald
There are a lot of sincere people and they don't all believe or practice the same things. If you are really sincere, does it still make a difference what you believe?
Series: Conquering with Love
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
There's a big difference between saying you love someone and proving it through your actions. In this lesson from 1 John 1 & 2 we look at what our relationship with God and others should look like and how the two relationships grow together.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Revelation is a perplexing and confusing chapter that tells the story of two witnesses being murdered and then raised from the dead. In this lesson we find that chapter 11 answers many of the questions that the book raised in earlier chapters.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Singing
Speaker: Brett Westbrook
This is a recording of a Sunday evening song service with the theme "The Many Hats of Jesus."
Series: Conquering with Love
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The New Testament records more information about the church in Ephesus than just about any other church in the Bible. In this lesson we trace the history of that church from its conception to final warning in Revelation. As we connect the dots in the Ephesus narrative, we find a very relevant moral for Christians today.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this class we begin by looking at the overall historical context of Revelation by jumping ahead to Revelation 17. Then we do a wide overview of the chapters we've studied previously. Finally, we get into the main topic for the class which is Revelation 10.
Series: Conquering with Purity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The question of why Jesus died for us is fundamental to Christianity, yet it is often misunderstood. In this lesson we approach the topic at deeper level through a study of Hebrews 9.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: John Doran
John walks us through 1 Peter 1 to show God's strategy for overcoming trials in our lives.
Series: Conquering with Purity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The most dangerous kind of sin is the sin that we keep hidden. In this lesson we look at David's sin with Bathsheba and learn how to overcome the cycle of secret sin.
Series: Cultivating a Godly Family
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Thaxter Dickey
Thaxter Dickey describes 6 crucial items that every parent owes their children. He explains not only the importance of these concepts, but also how to implement them in our families.
Series: Cultivating a Godly Family
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Thaxter Dickey
Thaxter Dickey answers questions about parenting. Questions include topics such as discipline, teaching respect, helping a wayward adult child, and determining when a child is ready for baptism.
Series: Cultivating a Godly Family
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Thaxter Dickey
Thaxter Dickey explains how 1 Corinthians 13, the most famous love passage in the Bible, applies to our marriages and families.
Series: Cultivating a Godly Family
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Thaxter Dickey
In this lesson Thaxter Dickey explains the characteristics of a strong, godly family.
Series: Cultivating a Godly Family
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Thaxter Dickey
Thaxter Dickey gives some very helpful answers to questions about the importance of marriage, selecting a mate, how to deal with financial disagreements within a marriage, and more.
Series: Cultivating a Godly Family
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Thaxter Dickey
Thaxter Dickey gives fundamental and practical instructions regarding marriage from Ephesians 5 and 1 Peter 3.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Mary faced incredible challenges yet triumphed through her faith. What was the key to Mary's great faith?
Series: Conquering with Purity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Covetousness is a difficult sin to diagnose because it's typically entirely internal. Yet it's a very dangerous sin. The Bible even refers to it as idolatry. So how do I identify covetousness in my life and how do I cure it?
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we look at the seventh seal and the first five trumpets.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this class we watch what happens as the Lamb opens the sixth seal.
Series: Conquering with Purity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The book of Judges teaches us a lot about how God views sin and how he expects us to deal with it.
Series: Conquering with Purity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Complaining is condemned as a sin in the Bible, yet most Christians seem to struggle with it. In this lesson we learn how to break this very common habit.
Series: Conquering with Purity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Tolerance is considered to be a great virtue in our culture today. Yet Jesus condemned the church in Thyatira for their tolerance. In this sermon we explore the concept of Christians and tolerance.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this study we see the Lamb take the scroll and we discuss the meaning of the first 5 seals.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Wayne Goff
What is the difference between opinion, knowledge, and faith?
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this class we talk about ways to interpret the book of revelation as a whole. Then we summarize chapters 1 - 3 and then study chapter 4.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sometimes people misunderstand parts of the Bible because they don't understand the Bible as a whole. Although the Bible is made up of individual books, together it forms a cohesive story. In this lesson we take a step back and see what themes emerge as we follow the Bible's story all the way from Genesis to Revelation.
Series: Conquering with Zeal
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How was it that the church at Sardis could have a great reputation, yet be spiritually dead? In this lesson we find that sometimes a reputation can become a temptation.
Series: Revelation
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
To us, Revelation seems like a very weird and confusing book. However, the original readers may not have thought of it that way. The book was not written to be confusing. Instead, it was written with a particular writing style that was familiar to readers in the first century. Once we become more familiar with that genre, Revelation will become much less challenging.
Series: Conquering with Zeal
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In the book of Hebrews we are commanded to encourage each other every day. But that's often easier said than done. In this study of the life of Barnabas we learn what it really looks like to be an encouraging person.
Series: Conquering with Zeal
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Zeal for God is contagious. When one person is zealous it encourages others to follow. Through this study of David fighting Goliath we learn how to develop the kind of zeal that motivates others.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Most churches do a lot of singing. But unfortunately, it often lacks purpose. In this lesson we rediscover God's purpose for singing.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
There tends to be a lot of misunderstanding on this topic, even among people who've been Christians for a long time. In this sermon we cut through all of the confusion and try to see Christ's perspective on this often confusing topic.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The Rechabites are a small tribe of people mentioned just briefly in the Bible, yet they teach us a crucial lesson on living a faithful life for God.
Series: Conquering with Zeal
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
For many people, a life of radical devotion to God seems a bit weird. But when you really understand the nature of God you begin to realize that extreme devotion is the only kind of life that makes sense. In this lesson we expand our understanding of God by looking at Psalm 104 and how God revealed himself through His creation.
Series: Conquering with Zeal
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
One of the issues that often leads to a lack of motivation among Christians is a failure to see our personal role. Somoetimes there's work that God wants us to perform and we don't even realize it. This study of Esther will help you see the opportunities that you may be overlooking.
Series: Conquering with Zeal
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The Christians in Laodicea thought they were rich and needed nothing. Jesus said they were poor, blind, and naked. How did they get to that point and what caused them to misevaluate their spiritual state? In this sermon we examine the Laodicean problem and learn how to overcome it.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson Philip explains how God has used the videos this church has produced to reach large numbers of people.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Jake Doran
This is a sermon that will recalibrate your thinking to help you see the true seriousness of sin.
Series: The One Who Conquers
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
“In his right hand he held seven stars, from his mouth came a sharp two-edged sword, and his face was like the sun shining in full strength.” – Revelation 1:16Why was Jesus’ face shining like the sun in John’s vision? In this sermon we discover the deeper meaning of Jesus’ shining face and how it should shape our lives today.
Series: The One Who Conquers
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The first battle recorded in the Bible is found in a chapter in Genesis that is rarely studied. Yet it contains some very important lessons for spiritual warfare.
Series: The One Who Conquers
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This sermon introduces our theme for the year through Jesus' words to the seven churches.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Spiritual growth doesn't happen automatically. There are certain things that need to be in place to cultivate an environment of growth. In this lesson we examine three passages that reveal some of the keys to spiritual growth.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Jim Warner
This lesson is a window into the passion, zeal, and sacrifice of the early Christians.
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this sermon we look at the entire life of Jesus from birth to resurrection. By walking through the book of Matthew we find who Jesus really is and what it means to be his follower.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
We tend to think of suffering as a negative thing. But Psalm 40 brings out some of the positive benefits that come from our difficulties.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
There's a lot of misunderstanding about what it means to become a Christian. Saul's conversion to Christ gives us an example of what genuine conversion should look like.
Series: Preparing to Lead
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sometimes the role of following is even more difficult than the task of leading. Submitting to someone else is often unpleasant and difficult. But not every person can sit in the driver’s seat. So how do we learn to follow someone else’s lead?
Series: Family Growth Night
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we examine the greetings at the end of Paul's epistles to find out what made the church of the New Testament such a close-knit group of people. Then we talk about how we can imitate that.
Series: Preparing to Lead
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Throughout history, many leaders have abused their power and oppressed their subjects. God has a completely different design for leadership that turns everything upside down.
Series: Preparing to Lead
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: Preparing to Lead
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The book of Titus holds some important keys to leadership in the church.
Series: Preparing to Lead
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: Preparing to Lead
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Throughout the New Testament Christians are called to be leaders. This lesson begins our series on how to become the kind of leader God wants for His kingdom.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Brett Westbrook
The church in Corinth was plagued with issues. How did Paul expect them to have unity when they were dealing with so many problems? Brett helps us discover God's strategies for unity.
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
The story of the Rich Young Ruler is very perplexing. Why would Jesus require someone to get rid of all their possessions in order to have eternal life? Is that really the entrance requirement for getting into heaven?
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How close can you get to sin and still be OK? That's a question that Christians have often wrestled with. Paul gives the answer in 2 Corinthians 6 and it's different than what you might expect.
Series: God's Purpose in Maturity
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Philip Williams
What did Jesus mean in John 7:38 when he said, "Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.' " This verse reveals a fascinating way to see ourselves as Christians.
Series: God's Purpose in Maturity
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Berry Kercheville
Series: God's Purpose in Maturity
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Berry Kercheville
The book of Ephesians reveals the heart of God's great purpose.
Series: God's Purpose in Maturity
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Berry Kercheville
Berry explains God's purpose of drawing us to Himself.
Series: Simple Tools to Enjoy Your Bible
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Berry Kercheville
In this third class Berry shows us how to closely examine a Bible text.
Series: Simple Tools to Enjoy Your Bible
Service: Gospel Meeting
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Berry Kercheville
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
One of the great themes of scripture is the proclamation that Jesus is king. As good as it may sound to have Jesus as king, there are many reasons why we might not be comfortable with the idea. In this sermon we explore what it really means for Jesus to be king and the kind of hearts we need to have to accept that truth.
Series: Family Growth Night
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
This this class-format lesson we discuss how to develop godly attitudes.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
When you face difficult times in your life do you take the path of fear or the path of faith? Through one of the great Old Testament battle stories we learn how to face challenges with our eyes on God.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Paul Williams
In this lesson Paul Williams explains the topic of salvation in the clearest possible way.
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
We all want life to be fair, but typically it's not. Isaiah 53 gives us an example for dealing with this dilemma.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Does God ever seem far away? The life of Hezekiah reveals a surprising characteristic about God.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Sometimes Christians take for granite the fact that the Bible is "inspired" without really understanding what that means. Did the Bible really come from God? What does the Bible claim and how can we know if those claims are true? This lesson will help strengthen your faith and will give you the tools to share that faith with others.
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
How much do you love God? Sometimes people serve Jesus without really loving him. In this sermon we find out what a deep love for Jesus looks like and how we can develop it.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Most people are very busy. How do we make time for the things that matter most?
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
One of the things that sets Christianity apart from many other religions is that it is fundamentally about truth. Unfortunately, truth is undervalued in our society today. In this lesson we look at why truth is so important and how to avoid the dangers of deception.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What is Christianity all about? Sometimes people are very religious yet miss the heart of what it really means to be a Christian. In this sermon we find out how the book of Colossians summarizes all of Christianity and challenges us to take our walk with Christ more seriously.
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Devotion to God and our devotion to each other go hand in hand. The book of Ruth gives us a model of what faithful love should look like in each of our lives.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
What does the Bible say about showing respect or honor towards other people? Is this just a cultural thing or does God have anything to say about it?
Series: Nehemiah's Devotion in Prayer
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: Family Growth Night
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: Nehemiah's Devotion in Prayer
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Series: N/A
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
If you could ask God one question, what would it be? The book of Habakkuk records a conversation between a man and God. In this sermon we see how to deal with difficult challenges to our faith.
Series: Leaving the Nets
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
Christ's teaching is often radically different from the wisdom of this world. In order to follow Christ, we have to choose to leave the thinking of this world and follow Christ outside the camp.
Series: N/A
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Sermon
Speaker: Philip Williams
In this lesson we trace the theme of water through the Bible. We discover how God used it as a consistent metaphor throughout the Old Testament. What was the purpose of it? God ties it all together in the New Testament in way that becomes very relevant for our lives today.
Series: Prepared for Victory
Service: Sun PM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Don McClain
Series: Prepared for Victory
Service: Sun AM Worship
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Don McClain
Series: Prepared for Victory
Service: Sun Bible Study
Type: Gospel Meeting
Speaker: Don McClain