65th Street Church of Christ: Recent Episodes
Don McClain
Lessons on a variety of Bible topics: Sermons / Radio broadcasts / Also see our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUHFVe92sDGC8ezuN9ipMQ
What A Tragedy” — (Luke 13:1-9; Mat. 16:26) This world constantly reminds us of how fleeting and insecure physical life is. — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — (01/12/2020)
“That Is JUST Your Interpretation!” — (Mark 12:24–27; John 7:16–24; Ephesians 3:3-5; 2 Timothy 2:15) It is NOT “just YOUR interpretation” When you believe & teach what the Bible teaches — IT IS THE TRUTH! Why are there so MANY different interpretations? Can we know what the truth is?— AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — (01/05/2020)
“Be Thankful In Everything” — (1 Thes. 5:18). Being thankful must go much deeper than our words! How can we develop grateful hearts? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — (11/24/2019)
“What Type of ‘SOIL’ Are You?” — The power the gospel has in our lives & the fruit it produces depends on the condition of our hearts! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — (11/17/2019)
“All Hat & No Cattle” — The dangers and consequences of emphasizing “Style Over Substance” — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — (11/10/2019)
“Here We Are But Faithful Pilgrims” — (Hebrews 11:13; 1 Peter 2:11) — We are pilgrims traveling through a wicked world. How can we make it SAFELY HOME? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — (10/20/2019)
“Jesus Died For Me - THEREFORE …” — (2 Corinthians 5:12–15) Why did Jesus have to die? For whom did Jesus die? How will the death of Jesus affect your life? How will the death of Jesus affect your eternity? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 09/01/2019
“Faith or Doubt?” A Change of PERSPECTIVE Can Change The Whole Picture!! — (Psalm 73) Asaph’s faith was being challenged by the apparent success and happiness of the wicked, but perception often is NOT reality. What helped Asaph change his perspective? How did this change of perspective strengthen his faith and commitment to the Lord? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 08/25/2019
“The Person & Nature of The Holy Spirit” — Is the Holy Spirit an impersonal force? / just a manifestation of the Father? / A person of the Godhead? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 08/18/2019
“The Journey To Self-Discovery God’s Way” — Everyone wonders WHO THEY are at some point in their life. IF we seek the answer from within ourselves, or from the world, we will always get the wrong answer. If we seek the answers from God, we can know BOTH who we are AND who we can be! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 08/18/2019
“Introduction To A Study of The Holy Spirit” — There is MUCH confusion and error being taught regarding the Holy Spirit. This lesson is an introduction to a much needed study! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 08/11/2019
“Lest We Drift Away” — (Hebrews 2:1-4) Drifting away from the Lord is a REAL threat! How can we come to recognize ourselves as drifting? How can we prevent drifting? What can we do if we find ourselves far from God? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 08/04/2019
“Believing No Matter The Cost” — (Acts 17-19; 21:26ff; Philippians 3:1-11) If Some things many overcame in the book of Acts and the price they were willing to pay to be followers of Jesus. — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 07/28/2019
“The Blueprint For The Church Jesus Built” — (Hebrews 8:3-6) If we follow the RIGHT blueprint - we will be what the Lord wants us to be. Is there a pattern? YES! What is the pattern? The New Testament! If a group of people anywhere in the world accurately follows the New Testament, they will be a church of Christ! AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 07/21/2019
“Why Did God Give Us The Bible?” (2 Timothy 3:16,17) AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 06/23/2019
“Sitting At The Feet of Jesus” - Learning To LOVE & BE MERCIFUL (Luke 6:27-38; 10:25-37) We serve a loving, merciful, & benevolent God – if we are truly His children, we will be loving, merciful & benevolent people AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 06/16/2019
“Sitting At The Feet of Jesus” - Learning To Seek The Lost (Luke 5:27–32) Jesus teaches us to value the lost! Do we? AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 06/09/2019
“Sitting At The Feet of Jesus” - Learning To TRUST Jesus’ Authority (Luke 4:31–5:25) If we want to be in heaven, obeying Jesus is NOT optional! If we truly trust in His authority, obeying Him will not be an issue. AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 06/02/2019
“Sitting At The Feet of Jesus” - Dealing With REJECTION (Luke 4:16–30; Matthew 10:16–42) Rejection is very painful & Jesus knew what it felt like. We will all face rejection - so let us sit at Jesus’ feet and learn how to face rejection AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 05/26/2019
“Sitting At The Feet of Jesus” - USING THE SCRIPTURES (Luke 2:41-50; 4:1-13) How should we think about the scriptures and how should we use them? As Christ followers, let us sit at Jesus’ feet and learn what He has to say AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 05/19/2019
“Sitting At The Feet of Jesus” (Luke 10:38–42; John 11:1-12:8) Do we have our priorities where they should be? Could it be we engage in things before we have adequately listened to Jesus? Could it be we are so busy “serving” that we do not TAKE the time & effort needed for genuine spiritual growth? AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 05/12/2019
“Jesus Is Coming Again — Ready or Not!” (Acts 1:1-11; 1 Thes. 4:13-17; 2 Thess. 1:7-9; 2 Peter 3:9-15) Are you READY? AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 05/05/2019
“The Faith of Moses” — (Hebrews 11:23-29) “How Faith Overcomes The World” AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 04/28/2019
“Strange Fire” — Modern Day Applications (Leviticus 10:1-3; Hebrews 12:25-29) What are some things people today might do as worship and service to God that could also be classified as “Strange Fire”? AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF 04/21/2019
“Strange Fire” — (Leviticus 10:1-11) — Nadab & Abihu - what might they tell us today about worshipping God? - AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 04/14/2019
“Bitterness” — The Deadly Root that Devours & Destroys — (Hebrews 12:14-17; Acts 8:23; Ephesians 4:31; Colossians 3:19) — What is bitterness? Why do people become bitter? How can we recognize bitterness? How can we overcome bitterness? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 04/07/2019
“Unity of The Spirit - NOT - Unity In Diversity” —(John 17:17-23; Ephesians 4:1-16) — Explaining the difference / What unity of the Spirit looks like / When it comes to matters of faith and practice, the concept of "unity in diversity" undermines fundamental principles of truth — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 03/31/2019
“Wholesome Teaching For Godly Living” —(Titus 2:1-10) — Sound doctrine was to used to expose and correct false doctrine, (Titus 1:10-14), Sound doctrine is more than THEOLOGICAL - it is PRACTICAL, (Titus 1:1,16), Sound doctrine is ESSENTIAL to living godly, harmonious & influential lives! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 03/25/2019
“Fear God” — “Be Careful What You Do & Say Before Him” --(Ecclesiastes 5:1-7) — God DEMANDS we show proper reverence when we come into His presence! Why do so many offer “the sacrifice of fools?" — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 03/17/2019
“How Much Are You Worth?” —(Psalm 8) — How would we go about MEASURING our worth? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 03/17/2019
“The Problem of Problems” —(Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:16) If God is REALLY in control, why do men experience all of the problems he does? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 03/10/2019
“Freedom In Christ” —(John 8:21-36) What does it REALLY MEAN for one to be FREE in Christ? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 03/10/2019
“Living For Heaven / Keeping Our Focus” —(Colossians 3:1-4; Matthew 6:19-34; 7:13,14, 21-27; 25:1-46; Philippians 3:7-4:1; Hebrews 12:1-3) The whole point of this series has been to help us be equipped that we may obtain heaven —The journey is NOT EASY — but we can make it & WE WILL - IF we accept God's instructions, receive the training He gives, and follow the path blazed by Jesus — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 02/24/2019
“Standing Against Evil Forces” —(Matthew 4:1-11; 26:36-46; Ephesians 6:10-18) — Standing against the assaults of Satan and his evil forces is NOT easy, and in fact, it is impossible without the provisions the Lord provides for us. But know this - WE CAN!!! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 01/27/2019
How, and to what extent is the Bible inspired? - Please join us LIVE @ 3 PM CST for on-air & online Bible Study - (02/19/2019) -- Can we trust the Bible? What does it mean to say the Bible is inspired? - And as always, your questions/comments -1-855-568-1062 - w/ Don McClain - - - Please subscribe to our YouTube channel!!
On-Air: KDIS FaithTalk 99.5 FM throughout central ARYouTube: https://youtu.be/Fah3PWGP8KAOur website: http://w65stchurchofchrist.com/radio-page/2019-searching-fot-the.htmlOur Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/w65stcoc/
“Increasing In The Knowledge of God” —(Colossians 1:9-12; 2 Peter 3:14-18) — Why this is necessary? / How to accomplish it? / What if we do not? / What if we do? — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 01/20/2019
“What We Have In Christ” —(Ephesians 1:3-14; Colossians 1:19–23) — What does it mean to be “IN CHRIST?” What do Christians HAVE in Christ? How do we get INTO Christ? We must ABIDE IN CHRIST. — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 01/13/2019
“The Quest For Understanding" - (Ecclesiastes 1:12–18) — The futility and worthlessness of human wisdom. . . (without God’s wisdom)! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 02/10/2019
(Ecclesiastes 1:1–11) — Introductory study on the book of Ecclesiastes - One’s quality of life is only realized when he/she recognizes the futility of chasing the wind . . . And seeks to serve God with his whole heart! — AUDIO / PPT / KEYNOTE / PDF — 01/20/2018
HAPPY MONDAY! - Please join us LIVE @ 3 PM CST for on-air & online Bible Study - (02/18/2019) -- Can we trust the Bible? What does it mean to say the Bible is inspired? - And as always, your questions/comments -1-855-568-1062 - w/ Don McClain - - - Please subscribe to our YouTube channel!!
On-Air: KDIS FaithTalk 99.5 FM throughout central ARYouTube: https://youtu.be/9ZaJghcRrHIOur website: http://w65stchurchofchrist.com/radio-page/2019-searching-fot-the.htmlOur Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/w65stcoc/
(Luke 9:23–26, 57-62 — Lesson one in a series on spiritual growth “Walking In His Steps”