Category: Audio Sermons

Take Away the Stone (Life of Christ Sermon 36)

John 11 is the culmination of Jesus’ public ministry in John’s gospel.  It is in this chapter that Jesus performed the incredible miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead.  This miracle wasn’t just an impressive show of power; it pointed to something even greater.  Further, the miracle of healing Lazarus was an important turning point concerning Jesus and the Jewish leaders.  Listen to this sermon from the Life of Christ series to learn more about the incredible day when Jesus called Lazarus forth from the grave!

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Christian Comparisons: An Athlete

Christian Comparisons: An Athlete

Yesterday, we discussed the first of five metaphors Paul uses to describe the Christian life in 2 Timothy 2. Today, let’s consider the next picture. Paul says in verse five, “An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.” Like a soldier, a professional athlete is an occupation that requires a great deal of dedication and training. What Paul especially focuses on here, however, is the nature of competition and victory athletes face—if they wish to succeed, they must follow the rules. Continue reading “Christian Comparisons: An Athlete”

Church Leadership: The New Testament Pattern

Faithful Christians believe that through His Word, God has provided a pattern for those things which are essential to faithfulness.  God’s patterns lay out morality, doctrine, and worship.  But what about leadership?  Does Scripture provide a pattern for how the New Testament Church is to be led?  Of equal importance, if there is such a pattern, are we following it?

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An Introduction to Galatians

Paul was the first to preach the gospel to the Galatians. But since his departure, others had come and taught an altered gospel.  When Paul learned of this, he penned an inspired letter to defend the truth and vanquish the false gospel that threatened the churches.  This lesson is an introduction to Galatians – the first in a series taught by the teachers of the Springer Road Church of Christ.

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Woes and Warnings (Life of Christ Sermon 35)

As a guest at a Pharisee’s house, Jesus unleashed a series of stinging woes on the Pharisees and Lawyers.  Following this, thousands flocked to hear Him, and He used the opportunity to give serious warnings to His disciples.  This lesson covers these woes and warnings that are recorded in Luke chapters 11 and 12.

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One Thing is Needed (Life of Christ Sermon 34)

The Christian life is not just about choosing between right and wrong, but choosing what is best. Many well-meaning Christians find themselves in the same boat as Martha–distracted, anxious, and troubled. In this lesson from the Life of Christ series, Nate Bibens discusses Luke 10:38-42, and the story of Jesus in the home of Martha and Mary!

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The Parable of the Talents

Towards the end of the “Olivet Discourse” (Mt. 24 -25), Jesus taught the Parable of the Talents.  Jesus used a series of parables to teach on always being prepared.  Then, He used the Parable of the Talents to show how to be prepared. In this lesson from Nate Bibens focuses on this important parable and the lessons every Christian should take from it!

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Rise Up and Call Her Blessed

Proverbs 31:28 says a virtuous woman’s children will “rise up and call her blessed.” But this idea isn’t mere sentimentality or a nice idea for a Mother’s Day card.  Godly mothers deserve our respect and honor.  This lesson explores the traits of godly mothers, and just why we should rise up and call them blessed!

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