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The Apostle Paul often ends his letters with greetings from brethren who are with him.  Though these may seem like a boring list of names, we mut remember that these are the names of brethren in the Lord who lived in the first century and were important to Paul and others in the church.  Even … Continue reading Brethren Worth Remembering – Colossians 4:7-14 (6/23/24 p.m. sermon)

Much of the book of Joel is a warning from God to His people of a coming disaster because of their sins.  As part of that warning, God calls his people to true repentance, not relying on outward displays, but of a true heartfelt repentance that results in significant change.  Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

Jesus warned his apostles that they would face opposition.  And while we expect opposition from those who are outside of the church, sometimes that opposition comes from within.  In the letter to the Galatians Paul deals with some opposing forces within the church, laying down the case for his apostleship and the unhindered acceptance of … Continue reading Opposition to Apostolic Authority (6/23/24 Bible Class)

The story of the woman caught in adultery is a challenging passage.  It is challenging because of textual questions that are reflected in a number of translations.  But it also challenges us to think about our own sin before we judge the sin of others.  Thankfully it also gives us a glimpse of the mercy … Continue reading Before Abraham, I Am – Part 3 (6/19/24 Bible Class)

After requesting prayer on his behalf for the work he had been given to do, Paul encourages the Colossians in their own work. He encouraged them to conduct themselves among outsiders in such a way so as to benefit any effort to bring the lost into the church. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

It is typical on Father’s Day to talk to fathers, but this year we are going to place the focus on our heavenly father and his deep love for his people.  In the days of Zechariah, he called the Israelites, “the apple of His eye.” And we should be comforted to know that God’s people … Continue reading The Apple of God’s Eye – Zechariah 2:8 (6/16/24 a.m. sermon)