Biblical Preaching

A Servant to All to Win Some - 1 Corinthians 9:15-22

August 26, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

The apostle Paul made himself a servant to all. In 1 Corinthians 9, Paul revealed the right of the evangelist to receive payment for his labor, but he didn't use the right for sale of those who are weak. Paul sets an example being willing to become like those who are weak in faith to win them. He disciplined himself for the good of others. This message observes how the apostle gave up rights to serve all. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/...

The Aim of Our Charge Contrary to False Teachers - 1 Tim 1:5

August 12, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

The apostle Paul addressed those spreading false teaching who have swerved from rightly using the law, thinking that they have an understanding, and teaching speculations in vain discussions. At the core, these teachers have drifted from sound doctrine by lacking certain qualities. This message examines these qualities as the aim of the Apostles' charge.

The Aim of Our Charge Contrary to False Teachers - 1 Timothy 1:5

August 12, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

The apostle Paul addressed those spreading false teaching who have swerved from rightly using the law, thinking that they have an understanding, and teaching speculations in vain discussions. At the core, these teachers have drifted from sound doctrine by lacking certain qualities. This message examines these qualities as the aim of the Apostles' charge. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Self-Control and Marriage - 1 Cor 6:12-7:9

July 16, 2019 16:45 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MB

How you view your body affects how you use your body. The Christian view of the body is that God meant the body to glorify God. Furthermore, using one's body for sexual immortality affects your commitment to Christ. The Bible instructs us to flee from sexual immortality. Furthermore, this message expands on how God gave marriage for those tempted by sexual sins.

Self-Control and Marriage - 1 Corinthians 6:12-7:9

July 16, 2019 16:45 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MB

How you view your body affects how you use your body. The Christian view of the body is that God meant the body to glorify God. Furthermore, using one's body for sexual immortality affects your commitment to Christ. The Bible instructs us to flee from sexual immortality. Furthermore, this message expands on how God gave marriage for those tempted by sexual sins. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Hope to Another Generation - Ps 71:17-21

July 16, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Solomon urged his listeners to remember their Creator in the days of their youth before the evil days come. This message references research that reveals when youth begin to question and some leave their faith. The disciple-making of the church must include the children and students directing them to the only lasting hope in Jesus Christ and faith by a reasonable view of God.

Hope to Another Generation - Psalm 71:17-21

July 16, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Solomon urged his listeners to remember their Creator in the days of their youth before the evil days come. This message references research that reveals when youth begin to question and some leave their faith. The disciple-making of the church must include the children and students directing them to the only lasting hope in Jesus Christ and faith by a reasonable view of God. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

How to Judge Christians - 1 Cor 5:1-6:11

July 09, 2019 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

A man has taken his father's wife, and the church at Corinth did not respond to this open sin by someone having the name of brother in Christ. However, the apostle Paul pronounced judgment in his absence and corrected the church for allowing this to continue. First Corinthians 5 and 6 challenge Christians to stand against continued sin and to judge one another within the church rather than before unbelieving judges.

How to Judge Christians - 1 Corinthians 5:1-6:11

July 09, 2019 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

A man has taken his father's wife, and the church at Corinth did not respond to this open sin by someone having the name of brother in Christ. However, the apostle Paul pronounced judgment in his absence and corrected the church for allowing this to continue. First Corinthians 5 and 6 challenge Christians to stand against continued sin and to judge one another within the church rather than before unbelieving judges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches...

The Christian Citizen - Acts 22:22-29

July 08, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.7 MB

Should Christians act as citizens in this world? This message examines a number of scriptures to find how Christians are to live as citizens of heaven and of one's nation. How will you stand by faith in Christ before the public arena? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Grow in Grace and Knowledge - 2 Pet 3:14-18

July 02, 2019 13:14 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Every profitable trade requires training. Likewise, Christians need training to grow. Believers are capable of growing to maturity. While facing his death, Peter wrote some final words to urge Christians to keep growing because of the dangers that face them, so he revealed how to supplement one's faith.

Grow in Grace and Knowledge - 2 Peter 3:14-18

July 02, 2019 13:14 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Every profitable trade requires training. Likewise, Christians need training to grow. Believers are capable of growing to maturity. While facing his death, Peter wrote some final words to urge Christians to keep growing because of the dangers that face them, so he revealed how to supplement one's faith. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Not to Go Beyond What Is Written - 1 Corinthians 4:6-7

June 25, 2019 13:30 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MB

The perception of church leaders often causes division rather degrades or puffed up. The apostle Paul presents the apostles as servants, stewards of God's Word, and last among all. They endured many trials unlike many other teachers influencing the church. For this reason, Paul taught the church not to go beyond what is written in judgment of them. The Scriptures are fully sufficient. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Not to Go Beyond What Is Written - 1 Cor 4:6-7

June 25, 2019 13:30 - 28 minutes - 26.9 MB

The perception of church leaders often causes division rather degrades or puffed up. The apostle Paul presents the apostles as servants, stewards of God's Word, and last among all. They endured many trials unlike many other teachers influencing the church. For this reason, Paul taught the church not to go beyond what is written in judgment of them. The Scriptures are fully sufficient.

Worship in Spirit and Truth - John 4:21-24

June 25, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

Jesus taught of the coming age of true worship not in any specific place but in spirit and truth. This message draws from John 4 to understand worship in spirit and truth. Jesus offers God's gift of eternal life as He did when He sat beside Jacob's well in Samaria and requested that a Samaritan woman give Him a drink. Jesus kept leading her to the truth that He was the Messiah and now God seeks true worshipers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-c...

Jesus's Prayer Life and the Example Prayer - Luke 11:1-4

June 18, 2019 13:00 - 35 minutes - 33.5 MB

GARLAND BASFORD - This message is a survey of Jesus's prayer life through the Gospel of Luke. Jesus's life of prayer is apparent at essential points in His ministry. In Luke, Jesus taught the example prayer that the believer should want to learn to pray as Christ commands. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Why Congregational Singing? - Rom 15:5-13

June 17, 2019 11:45 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MB

Jesus sang with His disciples before going to the Garden of Gethsamane on the night of His betrayal. Psalm 22 prophesied of the Messiah singing and glorifying God in the congregation. As Christ sang, singing is an essential behavior of the Christian faith. As Christians are priests in God's temple --- the church, Christians offer spiritual offerings of praise as the fruit of the lips. This message draws points on the purpose of congregational singing as commanded in the Scriptures.

Why Congregational Singing? - Romans 15:5-13

June 17, 2019 11:45 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MB

Jesus sang with His disciples before going to the Garden of Gethsamane on the night of His betrayal. Psalm 22 prophesied of the Messiah singing and glorifying God in the congregation. As Christ sang, singing is an essential behavior of the Christian faith. As Christians are priests in God's temple --- the church, Christians offer spiritual offerings of praise as the fruit of the lips. This message draws points on the purpose of congregational singing as commanded in the Scriptures. --- Sup...

The Foundation of Jesus Christ to Know Truth - 1 Cor 3:10-15

June 11, 2019 00:30 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MB

How can you know that you have not been deceived? A person must have an objective foundation for knowing the truth. For the church of Christ, the foundation is Jesus Christ. Many want to build carnal things by worldly wisdom upon Jesus Christ. The apostle Paul revealed that all things will be tested by fire. He also taught that God will destroy anyone who destroys His holy temple --- the church. This message explores the Scriptures drawing insight for avoiding deception in the church.

The Foundation of Jesus Christ to Know Truth - 1 Corinthians 3:10-15

June 11, 2019 00:30 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MB

How can you know that you have not been deceived? A person must have an objective foundation for knowing the truth. For the church of Christ, the foundation is Jesus Christ. Many want to build carnal things by worldly wisdom upon Jesus Christ. The apostle Paul revealed that all things will be tested by fire. He also taught that God will destroy anyone who destroys His holy temple --- the church. This message explores the Scriptures drawing insight for avoiding deception in the church. --- ...

How to Be Saved IN CHRIST - Gal 3:23-28

June 10, 2019 22:30 - 26 minutes - 25.3 MB

Every spiritual blessing is in Christ. Redemption and eternal inheritance are all in Christ. The Scriptures reveal only one way to get into Christ. This message goes to Bible to see how one receives the blessings that are in Christ.

How to Be Saved IN CHRIST - Galatians 3:23-28

June 10, 2019 22:30 - 26 minutes - 25.3 MB

Every spiritual blessing is in Christ. Redemption and eternal inheritance are all in Christ. The Scriptures reveal only one way to get into Christ. This message goes to Bible to see how one receives the blessings that are in Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Wisdom from the Spirit - 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

June 04, 2019 00:30 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

The apostle Paul did not go out into the world preaching via rhetoric and philosophy. Paul preached Christ crucified. Paul had to teach again that Christ is the wisdom of God and that the apostles' wisdom came from the Holy Spirit. This message stresses Christ as the wisdom of God and the foundation of churches to remain united.

Wisdom from the Spirit - 1 Cor 2:1-16

June 04, 2019 00:30 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

The apostle Paul did not go out into the world preaching via rhetoric and philosophy. Paul preached Christ crucified. Paul had to teach again that Christ is the wisdom of God and that the apostles' wisdom came from the Holy Spirit. This message stresses Christ as the wisdom of God and the foundation of churches to remain united.

Maintain God's Traditions in the Church - 1 Cor 11:1-2

June 03, 2019 22:00 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MB

What are the beliefs of the churches of Christ? This message gives a brief introduction to the beliefs and mentality of the churches of Christ. The church of Jesus Christ must maintain the apostles' traditions as they delivered them (1 Cor 11:1-2).

Maintain God's Traditions in the Church - 1 Corinthians 11:1-2

June 03, 2019 22:00 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MB

What are the beliefs of the churches of Christ? This message gives a brief introduction to the beliefs and mentality of the churches of Christ. The church of Jesus Christ must maintain the apostles' traditions as they delivered them (1 Cor 11:1-2). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Moving into the Midst of Sin - Genesis 19

May 27, 2019 22:43 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Lot chose to move to Sodom, into the midst of sin. People cried out to God against the city. The sins that we overlook every day have consequences. Lot is an example of such dismissal and casting pearls before swine. Righteousness does not partake of lawlessness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Moving into the Midst of Sin - Gen 19

May 27, 2019 22:43 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Lot chose to move to Sodom, into the midst of sin. People cried out to God against the city. The sins that we overlook every day have consequences. Lot is an example of such dismissal and casting pearls before swine. Righteousness does not partake of lawlessness.

Christ Is the Wisdom of God - 1 Cor 1:18-25

May 21, 2019 23:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MB

The church at Corinth was divided and had many problems. The apostle Paul wrote appealing to them to unite and agree, because Christians can. The philosophy of the world infected this church's core beliefs, brought forth sin, and produced division. This message focuses on church unity and preaching God's wisdom who is Jesus Christ. Christians must start with the pure gospel to unite together in God's authority taught in the words of the apostles.

Christ Is the Wisdom of God - 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

May 21, 2019 23:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MB

The church at Corinth was divided and had many problems. The apostle Paul wrote appealing to them to unite and agree, because Christians can. The philosophy of the world infected this church's core beliefs, brought forth sin, and produced division. This message focuses on church unity and preaching God's wisdom who is Jesus Christ. Christians must start with the pure gospel to unite together in God's authority taught in the words of the apostles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster...

Noah Responded to God's Grace - Genesis 6-9

May 21, 2019 17:42 - 22 minutes - 21.5 MB

When God destroyed the Earth with a flood, God had seen the evil and violence throughout the world. God saw that the intentions of everyone and the thoughts of their hearts were evil continually. However, Noah found God's favor and grace because he was righteous, blameless, and walked with God. God's grace came with instructions to build an ark for salvation. This sermon looks to Noah's example of faithfulness and leadership as a father to save his family through the water. --- Support thi...

Noah Responded to God's Grace - Gen 6-9

May 21, 2019 17:42 - 22 minutes - 21.5 MB

When God destroyed the Earth with a flood, God had seen the evil and violence throughout the world. God saw that the intentions of everyone and the thoughts of their hearts were evil continually. However, Noah found God's favor and grace because he was righteous, blameless, and walked with God. God's grace came with instructions to build an ark for salvation. This sermon looks to Noah's example of faithfulness and leadership as a father to save his family through the water.

How Jesus Christ Resurrected - Mark 16:1-20

May 13, 2019 15:45 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MB

Jesus's resurrection is the victory over death. How Jesus resurrected determined the beginning of the church. Jesus sent His disciples out to proclaim the gospel as witnesses, but first, Jesus had to address their acceptance and belief of the witnesses. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Loyalty and Love - Ruth 1-4

May 13, 2019 11:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

This message considers the encouraging account of Ruth with her loyalty and love for Naomi. Such character is always needed in Christian homes and the church today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

How Jesus Was Buried - Mark 15:42-47

May 07, 2019 18:17 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

Should preachers dismiss Jesus's burial from the gospel of Jesus Christ? Many have in their preaching and by excluding baptism as a burial with Christ. This message draws from significant details attesting to the honoriable burial of Jesus in the Gospel of Mark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Believe Because Jesus Resurrected - Romans 10:8-17

April 30, 2019 12:00 - 23 minutes - 22.5 MB

No one can be a saved without confessing faith that Jesus bodily resurrected. This message presents the evidences of Jesus's resurrection. When Peter preached on the Pentecost following Jesus's crucifixion, he proclaimed Jesus's resurrection with specific proofs as noted in this sermon. The historical evidences of Jesus's resurrection stand today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Believe Because Jesus Resurrected - Rom 10:8-17

April 30, 2019 12:00 - 23 minutes - 22.5 MB

No one can be a saved without confessing faith that Jesus bodily resurrected. This message presents the evidences of Jesus's resurrection. When Peter preached on the Pentecost following Jesus's crucifixion, he proclaimed Jesus's resurrection with specific proofs as noted in this sermon. The historical evidences of Jesus's resurrection stand today.

How Christ Was Crucified - Mark 15:21-41

April 22, 2019 19:48 - 26 minutes - 25.5 MB

What effect would seeing Jesus crucified have on you? The Centurion who saw Jesus die declared, "Truly this man was the Son of God." The fulfilled predictions and historical facts stand out in the Gospel of Mark. This message depicts and draws from Mark's Gospel the details from its eyewitness source. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

How Christ Suffered to the Cross - Mark 15:6-20

April 15, 2019 14:32 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Today, many distort the meaning of Jesus's sacrificial suffering in His beatings, scourging, and crucifixion. This message observes the false witnesses, true accusations, and mockery of Jesus throughout His suffering.

How Christ Suffered unto the Cross - Mark 15:6-20

April 15, 2019 14:32 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Today, many distort the meaning of Jesus's sacrificial suffering in His beatings, scourging, and crucifixion. This message observes the false witnesses, true accusations, and mockery of Jesus throughout His suffering. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

How He Betrayed Christ - Mark 14:43-50

April 14, 2019 21:13 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Judas is the "betrayer." The traiterous kiss of Judas is relatable to anyone who has a friend stab them in the back. This message draws from Judas's betrayal and applies this event to the Christian's life so that today's believer does not do the same. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

The Bible and Science Agree - Genesis 1:1-31

April 07, 2019 20:11 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

What was the cause of the universe --- nothing, a mindless generator, or a mindful Creator? This message encourages listeners to seek out the most reasonable explanation for the existence of the universe. The Bible presents how God created a fully functioning and mature universe that accounts for the state of isotopes in rocks used for radiometric dating. Listen for this and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

The Bible and Science Agree - Gen 1:1-31

April 07, 2019 20:11 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

What was the cause of the universe --- nothing, a mindless generator, or a mindful Creator? This message encourages listeners to seek out the most reasonable explanation for the existence of the universe. The Bible presents how God created a fully functioning and mature universe that accounts for the state of isotopes in rocks used for radiometric dating. Listen for this and more.

Set the Mind on the Spirit - Romans 8:5-8

April 01, 2019 17:58 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

"Why can I not stop?" Everyone is at war with temptations. Many believers struggle with sin. The Bible tells us that for a person to be transformed then that one must renew the mind and set the mind on the Spirit. This sermon addresses how to set the mind. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

Set the Mind on the Spirit - Rom 8:5-8

April 01, 2019 17:58 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

"Why can I not stop?" Everyone is at war with temptations. Many believers struggle with sin. The Bible tells us that for a person to be transformed then that one must renew the mind and set the mind on the Spirit. This sermon addresses how to set the mind.

How Jesus Prayed Facing Death - Mark 14:32-42

March 26, 2019 20:44 - 22 minutes - 21.4 MB

Jesus's prayers in the garden emphasize His full humanity in the face of suffering and death. This message draws out from the Scriptures the humility and emotive response of Jesus. His example of prayer resembled His whole life of prayer. Disciples have much to gain by studying Jesus's example today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

The Blessing of Having Church Elders - 1 Timothy 3:1-7

March 26, 2019 20:28 - 25 minutes - 24.3 MB

The Holy Spirit appoints church elders by the word that gives specific qualifications. The church needs elders. The Scriptures reveal that a church without elders is lacking. This message addresses the blessing of having qualified elders and their essential work in the church. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

The Blessing of Having Church Elders - 1 Tim 3:1-7

March 26, 2019 20:28 - 25 minutes - 24.3 MB

The Holy Spirit appoints church elders by the word that gives specific qualifications. The church needs elders. The Scriptures reveal that a church without elders is lacking. This message addresses the blessing of having qualified elders and their essential work in the church.

"Which Command Is the Most Important of All?" - Mark 12:28-34

March 19, 2019 17:11 - 22 minutes - 21.2 MB

While the chief priests and sectarian groups disputed among themselves, a man came to Jesus having heard His answers to these leaders in the temple complex. He asked, "Which commandment is the most important of all?" This message explores to the teachable character of that man. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

How to Make Disciples - 2 Timothy 2:2

March 19, 2019 16:38 - 25 minutes - 24.1 MB

Paul commanded Timothy to teach faithful people who would teach others. This is the perpetual mission that Jesus gave to His disciples, so this is the mission of the church. This message addresses the need for teaching and discipleship after baptism that is essential to make disciples who make disciples. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churches-of-christ/support

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