The Sound of Scripture

Welcome to the second sermon in our Sunday night series, which is entitled, “GOD’S WISE LITTLE CREATURES.” This week we are looking at the feeble, yet wise, Coney. I would invite you to click the link above, and join us as we consider the lessons which God would have us to learn from these amazing creatures.

I have been blessed in my life to be surrounded by amazing women. There faith has inspired me, there knowledge informed me, and there strength has kept me struggling for my goals. In this lesson, I examine the three mothers in my life. I would invite you to click on the link below, and marvel with me at the gift of Mothers. I want to also encourage you to take a moment, call or visit your mom, and tell her thanks for all she does.

In the book of Proverbs, there is a passage which extols the wisdom of four little creatures upon the earth. In this lesson, and for the next four Sunday evening lessons, we will be examining these creatures, and learning the lessons which God would have us to learn. Click on the link below, and join us as we consider God’s little ant, and his great wisdom.

There are so many who do not understand the true job of a minister. Oh there are several who have opinions, but there are few who understand the real obligation.
In this lesson, that is just what we want to examine. I hope to show you just what it is that a minister needs to do. Please click the link below, and join us as we consider the ministerial obligation.

In this lesson, part 2 of the series on the Seven Statements of Jesus from the cross, we will examine his final words. Again, if you haven’t read the account of his suffering recently, I would encourage you to do so before listening to these lessons. After you have read those tragic events, click on the link below, and let us pick up where we left off, and learn what lessons we can from those beautiful words.

For the past two months, the Newberry Church of Christ has been interviewing applicants in order to fill the open pulpit position. We are delighted to introduce the next minister of the Newberry Church of Christ. Batsel Spivy will assume the post in June, and as the current minister, I believe that the church here in Newberry is fortunate to have gotten such a dedicated servant of the Lord. Please click the link below, and enjoy a message from the word of God, presented by Batsel Spivy.

Over the years, there have been some truly amazing opening lines which have been put to paper. From Charles Dickens, to Herman Melville, to Jane Austen, there have been opening lines which have stood the test of time, and continue even to this day to be quoted.
However, there is without question one opening line which stands above the rest. That line is, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” In this way so begins the greatest book known to man. Unlike other books, the Bible provides an amazing amount of information in its opening words. Today, we want to examine these opening words, and learn what it is that God has to say to us. Join me as we, “BREAK DOWN THE BEGINNING.”

Have you ever heard the old expression which says, “Try walking a mile in my shoes?” There is an interesting challenge which is found therein. The challenge is to place yourself in someone else’s place, and understand what it is that they go through on a day-to-day bases. For we as people, this is almost an impossible challenge to accept.
In this lesson, we examine the idea that while it may be impossible for us to understand one another, there is one who understands us all. Yes, Christ indeed knows your trials, tribulation, strain and distress. He knows, because he has been where you are right now. I would invite you to click on the link below, and join us as we see the way in which man doesn’t get it, but Jesus always does.

From a very young age, I have been told that we all have problems. Some are too tall, while others are too short. Some are to thin, and others are not. Some have disabilities, which we can see, and some have disabilities, which are hidden inside.
No, the question is not, "Do you have problems?" Instead, the question is, "What do you do with them?" In this lesson, we examine the idea that your mess can become your ministry. Anything that has you down can be used to lift someone else up! Please, if you are struggling and wondering why God has placed certain obstacles in your path, click on the link below, and let's see if we can discover the reason for those obstacles. Join me as we attempt to, "FIND YOUR MINISTRY."

One of the first things that we as people notice about those whom we come into contact with is their attitude. If it is good, then we want to get to know that person and spend more time around them. However, on the other side of the coin, if it is a bad attitude, or even a false attitude, then we look to avoid those people.
In the following lesson, we will examine the Sermon on the Mount. In Matthew 5: 3-10, we see the blueprints for building better Christian attitudes, by using the BEATITUDES. As you listen to this lesson, please follow along in the Bible. Also, keep in mind that the Beatitudes are what we want our attitude to be. Click on the following link, and let's begin building our better Christian attitudes.

There is a current anti-smoking advertisement, which takes an interesting approach. The add is from the smokers point of view. It begins with a man who is a smoker saying that he understands that smoking will turn his teeth yellow and make his clothes smell bad. However, he says that he doesn't care, because that is why they make toothpaste and washing machines.
Further more, he says that he is aware of the fact that smoking might kill him, but he doesn't care. He states that everyone has to die from something.
Finally, he puts forth the idea that while he understands that second hand smoke is bad for those around him, he doesn't care. He says that if he doesn't care about himself, then how can we expect him to care about those around him.
Unfortunately, this, "I Don't Care Attitude", is present in more areas of our lives than just in terms of giving up smoking. It can often be seen in the lives of those who call themselves Christians. In the following lesson, we examine the Christians, "I Don't Care Attitude", as it concerns the issue of sin. Please click on the following link, and join us as we try to improve the way we view ourselves.

Let's travel back in time, some 2,000 years to be exact. Let us return to the greatest miracle the world has ever, or will ever know. Join me as we return to the empty grave, and notice those things which were there, as well as those things which were not there.