Parable

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

The Touch of the Master's Hand

Friday, July 24, 2015

Beyond A Shadow: Dealing with Doubt

February 2015

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Caught in the Middle of Faith and Doubt by Randy Roper

Doubts reside in the middle ground between complete, blind faith and total dismissal of God. Within that space is much tension. How do we handle that tension and the doubts of not having all our questions answered?

When God Doesn't Add Up by Dr. Jim Baird

Jim Baird, an expert in Christian evidences, asks and provides insight for important questions related to faith and doubt, especially related to the often perceived clash between faith and science and reason.

When Others Doubt by Kent Risley

How should you approach other people who wrestle with doubt?

Saturday, July 18, 2015

Joshua

Be Strong - A Series from Joshua

March-April 2013

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Be Strong And Courageous by Randy Roper

In the first lesson in our series on Joshua, we look at how God prepared Joshua to lead Israel into the Promised Land, and how we can all find strength and courage to face the unknown in life.

The Power of The Lord by Rob Long

The power and strength of the Lord are evident in Israel's crossing of the Jordan River into the Promised Land. That same power is at work in our lives today.

When Walls Fall Down by Rob Long

God guided the armies of Israel to walk in obedience. Their obedience resulted in God's provision--the walls of Jericho coming down.

Confronting Sin by Kent Risley

Sin has lasting implications on individuals and the community surrounding that individual. Learn valuable lessons from the story of Achan in Joshua 7.

How Will You Be Remembered? by Randy Roper

If you have the opportunity to choose your final words on earth, what would say? Last words are more meaningful if they have been underscored by the way a person lived his/her life. At the end of his life, Joshua chooses to make the name of God known rather than make a name for himself.

Choose This Day by Randy Roper

Life is filled with choices. With so many decisions to make, we can easily feel overwhelmed. But one decision stands out from all the others. It is a decision that demands action and has implications. What will you choose?

Monday, July 06, 2015

Coveting or Greed

On the night of November 16,1930, Mrs. Henrietta Garrett, a lonely 81-year-old widow, died in her home in Philadelphia and, unwillingly, started the most fantastic case of inheritance litigation in history.

She had failed to leave a will, or no will was found, to her $17 million estate: a mystery left unsolved. She had expertly handled her financial affairs since the death of her husband in 1895 and, therefore, she must have realized that, without a will, her fortune would become involved in many legal battles.

Although Mrs. Garrett had, at the time of her death, only one known living relative, a second cousin, and less than a dozen friends, attempts to prove relationship to her and to claim a part or all of her estate have since been made by more than 26,000 persons from 47 states and 29 foreign countries, represented by more than 3,000 lawyers.

In their frantic efforts, these alleged relatives have committed perjury, faked family records, changed their own names, altered data in church Bibles, and concocted absurd tales of illegitimacy. As a result, twelve were fined, ten received jail sentences, two committed suicide, and three were murdered. The estate has, in the meantime, increased to $30 million.

All of this bedlam came from discontented people -- people who are not happy with what they have. God knew that lack of contentment would be a major problem for people. So, that's where his tenth instruction for happy living originated.

Saturday, June 27, 2015

Fathers Who Run

Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Personal God

Never again are we to look at the stars, as we did when we were children, and wonder how far it is to God. A being outside our world would be a spectator, looking on but taking no part in this life, where we try to be brave despite all the bafflement. A God who created, and withdrew, could be mighty, but he could not be love. Who could love a God remote, when suffering is our lot? Our God is closer than our problems, for they are out there, to be faced; He is here, beside us, Emmanuel.

... Joseph E. McCabe, Handel's Messiah

Saturday, June 20, 2015

Edmond Church of Christ Songs - MP3

Edmond Church of Christ Congregational Acapella Singing

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Saturday, February 28, 2015

Jeanne Robertson - Don't Give Auburn a "Second" Chance

Sunday, February 08, 2015

A Preacher’s Classic

When I preach there are some who say
They could listen to me all day
Others think I preach too long,
And some think I go about it wrong.
Some say my sermon is much too deep
To others it’s shallow and they go to sleep.
Some report I hold them spellbound,
While others squirm and look around.
Some believe I have no light,
And others think I preach just right.
Some affirm that I’m too bold,
While others wink and say I’m cold.
Some used to say I was much too young,
But others declare my spring has sprung
Some folks tell I have met success.
Others think my work’s a mess.
Some have said my pay is too low,
When they discover the pace I go.
Still others say it’s above the peak
“Why, he only works three hours a week!”
From all of this it is plain to see,
That as a preacher, I’m up a tree.
Condemned if I do,
Condemned if I don’t.
Criticized if I will,
Criticized if I won’t.
I can’t please men of such discord,
So I’ll just keep trying to please the Lord.

Monday, November 10, 2014

Sunday Slice - Mission

Saturday, November 08, 2014

Sunday Sermon Slice - Worship

Friday, October 24, 2014

Worship

Worship Series

"Prepare for Worship"

https://youtu.be/eZrS_SClZqw

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Core Values: God's Word

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How We Got the Bible

Friday, September 19, 2014

People Vs. Numbers

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Willie Franklin "Amen" Song - Richmond Church of Christ, Richmond KY

Jesus is Who the Bible Says He is

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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Thursday, March 06, 2014

The Power To Overcome

The Power To Overcome

—Douglas F. Parsons

I remember as a kid watching a movie in which a huckster went from town to town with a huge rattlesnake in a glass cage. The man would cover the glass with a blanket and walk into the local saloon and would bet the toughest, bravest man in town would not be able to hold his hand against the glass without jerking it back when the rattlesnake struck. When the citizens chose their challenger the huckster tore the blanket off to reveal the biggest, most menacing, evil-eyed reptile ever seen by man. Annoyed by the light and noise, the snake coiled to strike, his rattles buzzing nervously. The toughest, bravest man would break out in a cold sweat. But prodded by the expectation of his friends, he moved his hand toward the glass. The snake coiled even tighter. Slowly the man inched his hand toward the glass and finally touched it. As he did, the snake struck with fury. And reflexively, the toughest, bravest man jerked his hand away. The huckster had won again.

Why? Because no matter how big and brave and tough the men were, the threat of that striking reptile through the invisible glass was a fearsome thing. The only thing between them and certain death was a thin pane of glass.

I have often thought what a great metaphor that scenario was for spiritual warfare. The snake is Satan and the forces of evil. The glass is Jesus. As long as we stay on the right side of the glass, we have nothing to fear. Of course, if we go sticking our hand inside the box, there is plenty of danger. But for those on the safe side of the glass, for those who live a life of faith and obedience to Christ, there is nothing to fear. The only ones terrorized by the evil inside the cage are those who do not trust the glass to keep them safe, or those who stick their hands inside the glass.

There are two important things we must understand about spiritual warfare: first, there is real danger on the wrong side of the glass; and second, we are safe on the right side of the glass, no matter how fearful things appear. But what does that mean? It means we must submit to God in all things and resist the devil (James 4:7).

One of the keys to winning spiritual warfare is "to know when to hold'em and when to fold'em." We need to fight when we should fight, and flee when we should flee. Do you want to run away from your financial obligations? Stand and fight. Are you trying to grow spiritually? Stand and fight. Is it hard to improve family relationships? Stand and fight. Are you tempted to toy with a relationship that isn't Christ-centered? Flee. Are you tempted to buy something you can't afford? Flee. Are you tempted to put together a deal that isn't totally honest? Flee.

Resist the efforts of Satan to accuse you and bury you with guilt. Be on guard against his wiles. Recognize them. And stand firm against him in the strength God provides.

Friday, December 06, 2013

The Jenkins Institute HelpDesk

Saturday, July 13, 2013

Sermon Titles

Sermon titles should be clear, not cute. If the title doesn't give the reason for listening, you've just wasted your title.

Thursday, June 06, 2013

The Year of Jubilee - The Year of GRACE

The Year of Jubilee - The Year of GRACE is a a major theme in Scripture. It is itself part of the Bible's teaching on Sabbath (Jubilee is the Sabbath of Sabbaths). The theme sheds great light on the ministry of Jesus and our own mission in the world as his disciples. I invite you to read on this magnificent biblical trajectory.

http://stoned-campbelldisciple.blogspot.com/2008/10/jubilee-and-story-of-god.html

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