An Open Bible
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -Biblical sermons that show what God has said, what it means, and how we can apply it in our lives today.
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How to Keep Going When You Feel like Quitting?
June 29, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 31.1 MBHave you ever become discouraged? Maybe it’s because of things that have happened to you or things that others have done or said to you. Perhaps it’s because of things that are out of your control – like all that has happened recently in our world. When we become discouraged, whether in life or in our faith, how do we keep going when we feel like quitting? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Exposi...
What did Jesus say is the Greatest Commandment?
June 25, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBWhen Jesus was asked "What is the greatest commandment?" - what was His answer? In this sermon we will consider what Jesus had to say about the greatest commandment. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
What Does it Mean to be a Mission Minded Christian?
June 24, 2021 15:49 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThis sermon considers from Acts 16 what it means to be a mission minded Christian. As we will notice, it is critically important that Christians remain mission minded, no matter what they face in life. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
What is Faith and What Does it Do?
February 12, 2021 16:42 - 30 minutes - 32.5 MBFaith is a word that is often used in religious circles - but what is it? Does faith "do" anything? Let's see what God has to say about it. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Lessons from the Tower of Babel
January 31, 2021 21:59 - 25 minutes - 25.3 MBAndrew Wynne is back with us again. What can we learn from the tower of Babel - the good and the bad? Let's study together! Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Farewell Thoughts to the church in Corinth (2 Corinthians 13)
January 29, 2021 00:54 - 24 minutes - 25.8 MBPaul deeply loved the church in Corinth, yet they also had many problems. Some had even come to resent Paul and challenged his authority as an apostle. How does he close his letter to this church? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
The Christian's Speech
January 24, 2021 19:41 - 36 minutes - 37.4 MBHow should a Christian use their words? How should they not use their words? Let's consider what Jesus has to say about our speech, and then a list of do not's and do's. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Farewell Thoughts to the churches in Rome
January 20, 2021 20:23 - 26 minutes - 26.9 MBWe notice what Paul emphasizes as he closes his letter to the Christians in Rome. What can we learn from these concluding words? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
The Perfect Church of Christ
January 17, 2021 21:01 - 25 minutes - 26.3 MBAndrew Wynne is our guest speaker. This lesson focuses on the church of Christ, the one we read of within the pages of Scripture. What is right about Jesus' church? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Rebuilding the Wall
January 11, 2021 02:32 - 32 minutes - 34.8 MBWhen the walls need repairing, what will we do? Will we sit on the sidelines and wait for someone else to get to work? Or will we get to work, doing what we can? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Biblical Expectations for the Preacher
January 10, 2021 19:24 - 28 minutes - 30.2 MBSometimes a church's expectations for a preacher are far too low. Sometimes, the expectations are much too high for the preacher to meet. Both are not good. We should expect no more and no less from the preacher than God expects. But, what are His expectations? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Keep the Charge of the LORD Your God
August 03, 2020 19:27 - 33 minutes - 36.2 MBWhat does it mean to keep the charge of the LORD your God? Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Our Common Enemy (1 Peter 5)
July 30, 2020 12:48 - 33 minutes - 35.6 MBAfter providing encouragement to shepherds and the flock, God gives us a warning about our common enemy. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Entrust Your Soul to the Trustworthy Creator (1 Peter 4:12-19)
June 22, 2020 17:51 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBDo we truly trust God? This study will challenge us to trust God - even during the worst of times. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Looking for Jesus' Church (Acts 4)
May 18, 2020 20:47 - 21 minutes - 17.8 MBWe find out more about Jesus' church as we continue our study in the book of Acts. We hope you will join us! Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Christian Living: Hope and Suffering (1 Peter 3:8-17)
May 13, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWhen we suffer, we need to remember Christ's example, we need to remember that God sees and hears us, and we need to remember our hope. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Looking for Jesus' Church (Acts 3)
May 11, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBAs we continue, we notice that the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus is emphasized. Also, the forgiveness of sins is offered in Jesus' name. Jesus' church will proclaim this message of salvation. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Christian Living: Wives and Husbands (1 Peter 3:1-7)
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBChristian living is not just something that is done out in the world, or on the job, but it is also something that must be done within the walls of our home! Let's consider the example of Christ together as we study what God has to say about the marriage relationship in 1 Peter 3:1-7. Check out our website Interested in a Bible study? Click here More biblical content: West Hobbs Street Church of Christ Bible Expository Scattered Abroad Network
Looking for Jesus' Church (Acts 2)
May 04, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 25.1 MBActs 2 is a day that went down in history - why? Why is what happened in Acts 2 so vital as we look for Jesus' church? Listen to find out why!
Christian Living: Following Christ's Steps
April 29, 2020 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBWhy are Christians commanded to respectfully submit themselves to their masters - even if they are treated harshly? Join us and listen with an open Bible and an open heart as we consider this question from God's Word together.
Looking for Jesus' Church - Acts 1
April 27, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 16.1 MBAs Acts, a book about the acts of Jesus' church, begins, we are introduced to several key themes for the book.
Christian Living: Doing Good (1 Peter 2:11-17)
April 25, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBChristians are commanded to do good so that we bring glory and honor to God. Our text reveals two ways in which we do this - by living differently, and by submitting to government.
Proclaim the Precious Name of Jesus (1 Peter 2:4-10)
April 22, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBAs God's people travel as pilgrims through this world and face the hardships of life, they must proclaim the precious name of Jesus - the risen Lord and Christ.
Looking for Jesus' Church: An Introduction
April 20, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MBAre you searching for Jesus' church? Let's find it together as we look to the book of Acts - a book about Jesus' church.
Love One Another Fervently (1 Peter 1:22-2:3)
April 18, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn order for Christians to love one another fervently, there are some things that must be laid aside. We also must replace those things with something else. Let's examine what God's Word says!
Be Holy (1 Peter 1:13-21)
April 15, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBHow are Christians to be holy? What does it mean to be holy? And, why does being holy even matter? Let's consider 1 Peter 1:13-21 and find the explanation from the Word of God.
Don't Forget (1 Peter 1:1-12)
April 11, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB1 Peter was written to Christians that were scattered because of the danger they faced from persecution. While what we are facing today from the COVID-19 is not persecution, our lives are in danger and this is also a difficult time for us. This sermon will come from 1 Peter 1:1-12 and we will focus on what God does not want us to forget during difficult times.
Let All the Earth Keep Silence Before Him
April 08, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBHow should we come before God when we worship Him? Let's consider some examples who found themselves in God's presence and see what we can learn.
Let Your Light Shine
April 05, 2020 21:34 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBA few months ago, none of us had ever heard of the Coronavirus – now, it’s all anyone is talking about. Have we considered that this moment in our world’s history is a tremendous time for us to let our light shine as God’s people?
When Christ Came Again
April 01, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWhat will it be like when Jesus returns? How will you answer when He comes back?
Christian Families Are Wonderful
March 28, 2020 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOur guest Travis Brown points out many of the blessings of a Christian family. What does God have to say about our family?
Tell Me the Story of Jesus
March 25, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe story of Jesus from the beginning to the end of the Bible.
What Do You Think of Christ?
March 21, 2020 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBOur country is rapidly becoming less concerned about spiritual things. Not only are we less concerned about spiritual things, but we are quickly becoming ignorant concerning matters of eternal consequence.
Why Do We Die?
March 18, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBHave you ever wondered why we die? Perhaps in some ways we have just grown used to the idea of death - it’s just something that happens to everyone – but did you know that there is a reason why we die? Did you know that there is something even more serious than dying?
The "I Am's" of Jesus
March 14, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBMany in our world today are seeking for meaning in this life, for truth, for salvation. Jesus claims to be the source of all the spiritual blessings anyone could ever need!
What Does Jesus' Church Look Like?
March 11, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBThere are so many “churches” today – how can know which one is the one that belongs to Jesus? The church we read about in the New Testament is Jesus’ church (Acts 2:47) – to find Jesus’ church today, we need to compare what we see today with what we read in the New Testament.
Honor the Son
March 07, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBDo we honor Jesus? Do we value Him? Very simply – if we genuinely love Him, we will honor Him. If we do not love Him, we will not honor Him.
How Can We Share the Living Water?
March 04, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBJesus was focused on sharing the "living water" with others. If we desire to be like Him, we must strive to be like Him and share the living water with others - but how can we do that?
The Old Man or the New Man?
February 29, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBChristians should not live as those who are separated “from the life of God” (Ephesians 3:18). Christians are to have put off the “old man” and put on the “new man which was created according to God” (Ephesians 3:22-24).
The Gospel Summarized (John 3:16)
February 26, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBI think many of us would like to talk to our family and friends about the Gospel, but perhaps we feel a bit intimidated or overwhelmed – where do you start? How about we begin with a passage that pretty much anyone you talk to will know by heart?
What Does the Bible Say About Marriage?
February 22, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBWhy is it important to consider what the Bible has to say about marriage and to obey it? Because marriage done God’s way is honorable, but if it is not done God’s way, we will be judged for it (Hebrews 13:4).
The Christian and Civility
February 19, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBCivility, or politeness and courtesy, is lacking in our world today. Just turn on the news or listen to some politicians speak, and you will quickly observe that civility is practically non-existent. All of this is contrary to God’s will, for He desires His followers to treat others as they want to be treated (Matthew 7:12).
What Does the Bible Say About Gambling?
February 15, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIs gambling an innocent activity, or is it something with far-reaching consequences? We look to the Word of God for guidance on this subject.
Whatever He Says to You, Do It (John 2:1-11)
February 12, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBOne of the statements made by Jesus’ mother is “Whatever He says to You, Do it.” When we stop and think about that statement, we begin to see how powerful it is.
What is the Gospel to You?
February 08, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn studying the book of John, a crucial question is presented to us in the first chapter. The question is, “What is the Gospel to you?”
What is Man that You are Mindful of Him? (Psalm 8)
February 05, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBHave you ever looked up at all the stars sprinkled throughout the night sky and felt overwhelmed at the vastness? As small as we are, it is incredible to learn that God cares about us!
Will We Receive Him?
February 01, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBAs we come to know more about Jesus, we will be faced with a decision of eternal consequence – will we receive Him or not? Will we take Him for Who He is, or will we attempt to make Him be what we want Him to be?
Will We Receive Jesus?
February 01, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBAs we come to know more about Jesus, we will be faced with a decision of eternal consequence – will we receive Him or not? Will we take Him for Who He is, or will we attempt to make Him be what we want Him to be? The Worldly Do Not Know Him (John 1:10). The “Religious” Do Not Receive Him (John 1:11). Will We Receive Him (John 1:12-13)? Personal Application: I will dedicate myself to receiving and submitting to Jesus for Who God says He is, not Who I want Him to be. Check out the blog po...