Category: Sermons

Sermons Preached at West Side. Outlines, PPT Presentations and Audio files

Sermon: “Am I my brother’s Keeper?”

Ian

Speaker: Ian Tilley

Ian discusses the obligations we have to edify and encourage one another, with many applications.

Sermon: Biblical Leadership – Lesson 3 of 3

Biblical Leadership3

The third of three lessons using Nehemiah as an example to establish what constitutes leadership that is acceptable to God.

Sermon: A New Commandment

A New Commandment

Jesus gave a new commandment to His disciples in John 13:31-38. This lesson discusses that commandment, and His conversation with Peter.

Sermon: Biblical Leadership – Lesson 2

Biblical Leadership2

Lesson 2 of 3 in series.

The second in our series of 3 lessons discussing what God reveals to be characteristics of effective leaders.

Sermon: Don’t Worry!

Dont Worry

Speaker: Josh Cox.

With so many worrisome things in life, it is important that we listen to Jesus’ exhortation to worry not! Josh supplies some biblical principles to help in this quest.

Sermon: Biblical Leadership

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The first of three lessons establishing what God considers the most important attributes for a Christian to have to be an effective leader, in the church and in life.

Sermon: Judas Iscariot, Betrayer

Judas

A discussion of John 13:18-30, where Judas Iscariot is identified by Jesus as His betrayer.

Sermon: What is Fair?

What is Fair

An examination of Ezekiel 18, which give us much insight as to the grievous nature of sin, and how our righteous God deals with both those who pursue sin, and those who pursue righteousness.

Sermon: Being a Place for Growth

Growth

Speaker: Justin Carrell.

It is important for our congregation that we be a safe and welcoming place, that each of us are able to confess our failings, and grow spiritual as we love one another.

Sermon: Vain Things

Vain Things

The writer of Ecclesiastes recognized something we must learn as well. There is no intrinsic value in wisdom, pleasure or possessions. If we do not serve God, our life is lived among vain things.

Sermon: A Lesson on Service and Humility

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In John 13:1-17, Jesus taught by example a lesson on service and humility by washing the feet of His disciples. There are lessons for us as well.

Sermon: Silence is Virtue

Silence is Virtue

In a world full of noise, it is important to note virtue of being silent. It indicates reverence, respect, submission and discretion. Sometimes it is best to be silent!

Sermon: Guarding Against Apostasy

Apostasy

Speaker: Josh Cox
Suggestions on how to avoid faltering in faith. It is possible for a child of God to lose their way, and thus their soul.

Sermon: Fall 2021 Gospel Meeting (Dennis Scroggins)

Scroggins Meeting

All lessons preached by Dennis Scroggins, October 2-7, 2021

Lesson 1 (Saturday, October 2, 2021)
By Faith Noah Condemned the World

Dennis uses the example of Noah (and the text of Hebrews 11:7) to show that as he condemned the world by his righteous life, we as Christians are to shine as lights in the world as well.

Lesson 2 (Sunday @ 9am, October 3, 2021)
The Sin of Unforgiveness

Too often Christians harbor resentment and anger in their hearts when they have been offended. Such anger is self-destructive and sinful.

Lesson 3 (Sunday @ 10am, October 3, 2021)
Bitterness: The Devil’s Distraction

Bitterness of heart can destroy the spiritual well-being of the child of God. It is one of the Devil’s most successful tools in derailing the Christian walk.

Lesson 4 (Sunday @ 11am, October 3, 2021)
Spiritual Cannibalism

When Christians attack one another, it is a form of spiritual cannibalism. (Galatians 5:15), “But if you bite and devour one another, beware lest you be consumed by one another!”

Lesson 5 (Monday, October 4, 2021)
Friendship – Fellowship

The basis for Christian fellowship has never been friendship. It revolves around obedience and faithfulness to the Word of God. Too often in the world today, Christians forget this truth.

Lesson 6 (Tuesday, October 5, 2021)
Why Does the Holy Spirit Speak to You, and Not to Me?

Many religious people believe the Holy Spirit speaks directly to them. The Bible reveals that the Holy Spirit guided the apostles into ALL truth, and now we have it in written form. So many, though sincere, are misguided in their feelings on the matter.

Lesson 7 (Wednesday, October 6, 2021)
Who is the Greatest Among You?

Greatness in the kingdom is the product of service. We must humble ourselves before God and man to serve Him as He desires.

Lesson 8 (Wednesday, October 7, 2021)
Progressive Church Movement Found in the Churches of Christ

A progressive attitude is present as a part of an ecumenical movement in many evangelical denominations. Progressive in the sense of a depature from the standard of God’s word. Unfortunately, such attitudes can be found in the Lord’s church as well.

Sermon: What is Autonomy?

What is Autonomy

A discussion of the concept of autonomy, as it is revealed in the New Testament scriptures. The questions asked and answered, Are local congregations autonomous? What does that mean?