Author: Stan Cox

Minister, West Side church of Christ since August of 1989 ........ Editor of Watchman Magazine (1999-2018 Archives available online @ http://watchmanmag.com) ........ Writer, The Patternists: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatternists

Sermon: Love Edifies (1 Corinthians 8)

A love and affection for one’s brothers and sisters in Christ leads a Christian to seek their well begin and eternal welfare.

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Sermon: The Need for Vision

We need to have big evangelistic goals, coupled with the desire and steadfastness to share the gospel with the world.

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Podcast: Trials Produce Patience

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Podcast Number 18

The Bible reveals (the epistle of James) that trials and tests produce patience in the life of the Christian. We should consider it a reason for rejoicing when we are tested and chastened by God.

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Sermon: Paul’s Address to the Ephesian Elders

The Apostle Paul exhorted the Ephesian elders while in Miletus in Acts 20. His address is full of application with regard to personal responsibility and love for brethren.

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Sermon: The Christian Life

The Christian life is a life of dedication, and fealty to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. One who is a child of God must live a life of godliness, sobriety and righteousness in order to gain eternity.

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Podcast: God Exists!

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Podcast Number # 17

Evidences are supplied in answer to questions… Does God Exist? Is the Bible Inspired? Is Jesus Christ the Son of God?

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Sermon: A Real Man

Our world’s description of a “real man” and that found in scripture differ greatly. The Lord places an emphasis on obedience, virtue, steadfastness, and honor.

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In The News: The Patron Saint of Real Estate

In the Saturday, September 2nd edition of the Fort Worth Star Telegram, there was an article entitled, House sellers put their faith in saintly intervention. The article refers to the practice of burying a statue of St. Joseph upside down in the yard of a home for sale will bring good luck to homeowners desperate to sell. In looking for a representative statue to accompany this story, I came across this “kit” for sale for $4.95 at an online novelty store, with the accompanying caption and description:

St. Joseph – Patron Saint of Real Estate

Based on the circumstances surrounding them, some Saints become “patrons” of people, occupations, places or things. It’s never been easier or more affordable to bring the power of a Patron Saint to your aid. Each 3-3/4″ tall, hard plastic Saint comes with a 3″ stand embossed with the Saint’s name and a removable backdrop with the Saint’s title, patronage and a prayer to help invoke the power of that Saint.

The reference is to Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus.

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Sermon: A Life of Love

The Bible defines the concept of love, not as a mere profession, but as active good will toward others. We are to love first, our God; next, our fellow men; and finally, have the proper type of love for ourselves.

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Podcast: Ineffective Prayer

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Podcast Number # 16

There are many things that can hinder the prayers of a Christian. These things must be identified, and avoided.

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Sermon: Lost Religious People

Whether it be the hypocrisy of the Pharisees, the imperfect knowledge of Christ exhibited by Saul, The Eunuch and Cornelius prior to their exposure to the gospel of Christ, or the Lukewarmness of the Laodiceans, just being “religious” does not guarantee salvation.

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Sermon: Humanity Divided into Two Classes

The Bible is very clear concerning allegiances. Either one is for God or against God. This not only defines ones association, but also his eternal standing. The friend, servant, wise, who gives allegiance to God is saved; the enemy, foolish individual is lost.

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Podcast: The Ideal Christian

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Podcast Number # 15

The twelfth chapter of Romans gives a list of characteristics, identifying the ideal for a Christian.

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Sermon: Rejoice in the Lord Always!

Paul’s letter to the Philippians, though penned under difficult circumstances, resonates with the joy Paul had in his fellowship with the Philippians in the preaching of the gospel, and their common heritage as the redeemed. It teaches us that there is reason to rejoice in our faith, regardless of the circumstances of life.

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Sermon: Christianity Versus

openbibleChristianity is in direct opposition to the philosophies of men, including the Postmodern world, the Eastern/Mysticism World, the Atheistic World, the Agnostic World and the Scientific World.

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