Category: Invitations
Invitations and short talks delivered by the men at the West Side congregation.
Invitation: Diversity in the Body
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
The apostle notes that each child of God has a part and importance in the working of the body of Christ. 1 Corinthians 12:14-25. So, we should recognize the value of all, and humbly seek to encourage one another.
Invitation: Sanctification
Invitation delivered by: Josh Cox
Joshua 7, detailing the reasons behind the defeat of Israel at Ai shows that in order to be accepted by God, we must be holy before Him.
Invitation: The churches of Christ greet you – Invitation
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
This short talk emphasizes what the Bible teaches a true non-denominational truly to be.
Invitation: A Remnant
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
In Romans 11:5 Paul notes that the remnant saved by God in the New Covenant are chosen “according to the election of grace.”
Invitation: Christ Died for Us
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
In Luke 23:13-24, the narrative reveals Pilate’s conversation with the Jews, noting that Pilate recognized the innocence of Christ. Christ died, not because He was guilty, but because of OUR sin (1 Peter 2:21-25).
Invitation: Examining the Model Prayer
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
Matthew 6:9-13 contains a model prayer given by Christ to His disciples.
Invitation: Thanksgiving
Invitation delivered by: Jeremiah Cox
Jeremiah discusses the concept of Thanksgiving, and notes the consequences of ingratitude, using the text of Deuteronomy 8:11-ff.
Invitation: A Great Cloud of Witnesses
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
The Hebrew writer references a list of unnamed individuals whose steadfastness (along with those who are named in previous verses) constitute a wonderful influence for us to do right and serve Jesus Christ steadfastly ourselves.
Invitation: Distorting the Gospel of Christ
Invitation delivered by: Joel Duque
Using a recent personal experience to illustrate the point, Joel contrasts what the scriptures teach regarding baptism, and the need for steadfastness, with what is commonly taught in the denominations.
Invitation: Walk Circumspectly
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
In Ephesians 5:15-17, the apostle Paul calls for a careful, circumspect walk. We must walk in accord His will, redeeming the time!
Invitation: A Zealous Practice of Love
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
A discussion of Colossians 3:14-25 indicating that the love we express (the bond of perfection), must be in accord with Christ’s will, and practiced zealously.
Invitation: Godliness is Profitable
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
1 Timothy 4:7-8 indicates that when we exercise ourselves toward godliness it profits us during this life (a wonderful benefit), but most importantly in the life which is to come!
Invitation: The Motivation of Admonition
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
2 Corinthians 2:4 explains Paul’s motivation for admonishing the Corinthians. When we receive admonition, it is good to remember why our brother feels compelled to correct us.
Invitation: Godly Sorrow
Invitation delivered by: Josh Cox
The text of 2 Corinthians 7 is used to describe the type of sorrow which leads to repentance and the forgiveness of sins.
Invitation: God’s Approval
Invitation delivered by: Stan Cox
Ultimately it does not matter whether we are approved by others, or even by ourselves. All that matters is that we meet with God’s approval.
