Tri-Annual Singing!
October 17, 2026
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Category: Subject Index
Study Material Categorized by Subject
Invitation: The Persecution of Christians Today
Invitation delivered by: Josh Cox
Josh points out that more and more in our day and our society Christians are beginning to suffer for their faith. While Americans live in a tolerant society, there is no promise that religious freedom will continue. In John 15:18-19 Jesus warned about the inevitability of persecutuion. Are you prepared for such persecution?
Sermon: Accepting the Bible at Face Value
Much of the religious error and problems that exist do so because men are not willing to accept the Bible as it is written. The problem can be present among God’s people as well as those caught in denominational error.
Sermon: Hard Pressed but Not Crushed
Lesson 5 of 8 in a series on Awesome Texts.
In 2 Corinthians 4 and 5 the apostle Paul indicated that as children of God, though we are hard pressed on every side and in every way, we can persevere and gain victory with the help of our Lord. Our focus is not on the present, but on our future home with God.
Mining the Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:1-3
In the previous chapter, Peter had indicated that we are to purify our hearts through obeying the truth, revealed in God’s will for man. In our text, he continues the thought, calling for the Christian to remove evil from his character, (malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy and evil speaking), and to replace it with God’s word. The Christian’s desire to know God’s word is to match the desire of a baby for his mother’s milk.
The word of God is here described by Peter as “pure” (NKJV). The KJV renders it “sincere.” God’s word is not harmful as long as it remains unsullied by the impurities men supply. Even in passages such as these the importance of doctrinal purity is evident. Be wary of those who seek to minimize the importance of such purity.
The pure word of God, when ingested, results in growth. By ingested we mean studied and applied. By growth we mean Christian maturity. Babes in Christ become full grown when they, “by reason of use [of God’s word], have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil” (Hebrews 5:14). This desire for God’s word is a byproduct of His extended Grace. In fact, the totality of our life and faith is motivated by His gift to us (cf. Titus 2:11-12).
Invitation: Responses to the Invitation
Invitation delivered by: Jonathan Hinds
Jonathan uses the parable of the marriage feast in Matthew 22 to indicate the proper response to the invitation of God.
Sermon: The Defense of Paul
Paul, in chapters 21-26 of the book of Acts, had several opportunities to defend his actions when accused of heinous crimes. It is evident that Paul was persecuted because he was a Christian.
Sermon: The Resurrection
Lesson 4 of 8 in a series on Awesome Texts.
The Apostle Paul reveals the evidence for, and consequences of the Lord’s resurrection from the dead.
Invitation: Preaching the Word of God
Invitation delivered by: Josh Jackson
Josh emphasizes that our preaching must be centered in the words of God rather than the opinions and philosophies of men.
In the News: Blasphemy and Idolatry
It is obvious that our country has undergone substantial and fundamental changes in the 236 years since our forefathers declared independence from English rule. A country founded upon the promise of religious freedom has become decidedly secular. Traditional moral standards have been replaced by a situational ethic, and what was once scorned is now championed. While there is obvious concern about our present economic and debt problems, few are interested in discussing moral issues.
Sermon: Philip’s Part in the Eunuch’s Conversion
As we consider all of the acts of conversion recorded in the book of Acts, there are different circumstances, but the same steps required for conversion. Philip’s interaction with the Ethiopian Eunuch supplies us the opportunity to see the part that a preacher plays in the conversion of men.
Sermon: Super Conquerors
Lesson 3 of 8 in a series on Awesome Texts.
Romans 8:31-39 gives us great comfort as we realize that in Christ we are “more than conquerors.”
Invitation: Christ Our Sacrifice
Invitation delivered by: Kyle Chamblee
Kyle reads the text of Hebrews 9 as a means of offering the invitation.
Mining the Scriptures: James 1:9-11
A contrast is here made by James between the poor Christian and the rich Christian.
Paul instructs the poor man to glory in his exaltation. In this there is the recognition that God is pleased when we have reason to rejoice and enjoy our lives. The life of the destitute is hard, with little relief. It is good and proper for him to enjoy any morsel of happiness or honor that he will receive. (A good lesson for us is to seek out the poor — in circumstance or spirit — and honor them. It will be a great encouragement to them).
In contrast, the rich man is to glory in his humiliation. In this there is the recognition that honor on earth is of no value with regard to the eternal standing of any man. The life of the rich man is full of accolades and ease. While the praise may be well earned, for a man to trust in such flattery, or believe there to be lasting value in riches, is dangerous and foolish. (A good lesson for us is to remember that any praise we receive for our earthly standing or secular accomplishments has little value. We must not place our trust in uncertain riches).
Let us all pursue an eternal reward, rather than riches that fade!
Sermon: One Mind and One Mouth
An expository lesson covering the text of Romans 15:1-6. God calls us to unity, to be of one mind, and one mouth as we receive one another.
Sermon: The Testimony of Nature
Lesson 2 of 8 in a series on Awesome Texts.
Psalm 19:1-6 reveals that nature itself testifies to God’s existence and His glory. The man with an open and unbiased heart recognizes and accepts that testimony.
