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1

Demonic Torment: The First Woe (Revelation 9:1–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

2

More Room for More Disciples (Acts 2:42–47) - Dr. Bill Cook

3

The BEGINNING of the End: Silence, Trumpets, and Woes (Revelation 8) - Dr. Bill Cook

4

Who Can Stand? (Revelation 7) - Dr. Bill Cook

5

The Drama Begins: The First Six Seals (Revelation 6) - Dr. Bill Cook

6

God Isn't Finished with You (John 20:24–29) - Dr. Bill Cook

7

Finding Strength in Jesus’ Humanity (Luke 22:39–46) - Blake Ring

8

The Steadfast Love of the Lord: The Soundtrack of Life (Psalm 118) - Gabriel Hinerman

9

Who Will Carry Out God's Plan in History? (Revelation 5) - Dr. Bill Cook

10

Who Is in Control of History? A Vision of God on His Throne (Revelation 4) - Dr. Bill Cook

11

Lessons from a Complacent Church: Be Zealous for Jesus (Revelation 3:14–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

12

The Church with an Open Door (Revelation 3:7–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

13

The Danger of Spiritual Deadness and the Only Way Back (Revelation 3:1–6) - Dr. Bill Cook

14

The Letter to Thyatira: The Danger of Moral Compromise and the Divine Call to Holiness (Revelation 2:18–29) - Dr. Bill Cook

15

Truth Matters: The Danger of Doctrinal Compromise (Revelation 2:12–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

16

Faithful Unto Death (Revelation 2:8–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

17

The Ephesus Problem: When Your Greatest Strength Becomes Your Worst Enemy (Revelation 2:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

18

Who Does Jesus Look Like? Meet the Risen and Glorified Christ (Revelation 1:9–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

19

The Revelation of Jesus Christ: When God Pulls Back the Curtain (Revelation 1:1–8) - Dr. Bill Cook

20

The Power of Presence (Hebrews 10:19–25) - Jeff Elieff

21

Make the Most of Your Time in 2026 “Because the Days Are Evil” (Ephesians 5:15–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

22

Christmas Is “More than Ribbons and Tags” (John 3:16) - Dr. Bill Cook

23

A Child Is Born: When Light Breaks through the Darkness (Isaiah 9:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

24

The Virgin Birth and Immanuel (Isaiah 7:14) - Philip Brown

25

The Ordination of Micah Liston(And a Reminder for the Rest of Us) (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

26

The Hope of Christmas in the Book of Ruth (The Book of Ruth) - Dr. Adam Howell

27

I Am the True Vine: Abiding in Christ Is the Key to a Fruitful Life (John 15:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

28

I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6) - Dr. Bill Cook

29

For The People Had a Mind to Work: Advancing God’s Kingdom in the Face of Opposition (Nehemiah 4) - Adam Cole

30

When Death Meets Jesus: “I Am the Resurrection and the Life” (John 11:25) - Dr. Bill Cook

31

The Hartman’s Coal and the Widow’s Coins: Total Devotion to Jesus (Luke 21:1–4) - Gabriel Hinerman

32

I Am the Good Shepherd (John 10:11–18) - Dr. T. J. Betts

33

What a Scared Man and a Small Army Teach Us about God and Ninth & O (Judges 7:1–22) - Jeff Elieff

34

I Am the Gate (John 10:1–19) - Dr. Bill Cook

35

I Am the Light of the World (John 8:12) - Dr. Bill Cook

36

Compassion that Moves (Matthew 9:35–35) - Blake Ring

37

Who Does Jesus Claim to Be? “I Am the Bread of Life” (John 6:35) - Dr. Bill Cook

38

From the Pit to Praise (Psalm 40) - Dr. Bill Cook

39

Until Jesus Comes... (2 Peter 3:11–18) - Dr. Bill Cook

40

Jesus Is Coming Again (2 Peter 3:1–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

41

Truth Matters: Eternity Is at Stake (2 Peter 2:10-22) - Dr. Bill Cook

42

The Woman at the Well Has a Name (John 4:4–15, 28–29) - Dr. Bill Cook

43

The Danger Within: Beware of False Teaching (Part 2) (2 Peter 2:4–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

44

The Danger Within: Beware of False Teaching (Part 1) (2 Peter 2:1–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

45

Until the Day Dawns (2 Peter 1:12–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

46

Keep Your Focus on Eternity (2 Peter 1:5–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

47

Don’t Look Back: Escaping the World’s Corruption (2 Peter 1:3–4) - Dr. Bill Cook

48

Jesus Christ Is God (2 Peter 1:1–2) - Dr. Bill Cook

49

Communication: One Key to a Flourishing Marriage (and Friendship) - Dr. Bill Cook

50

The Forgotten Virtue of Friendship: You’ve Got a Friend in Me (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

51

Evangelism (Philippians 1:12–20) - Adam Cole

52

More than Conquerors (Romans 8:31–39) - Dr. Bill Cook

53

The Virture of “Holy Calm” (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Adam Howell

54

Hope for the Hopeless and Prayer for the Prayerless (Romans 8:26–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

55

Endurance - Faith of Our Fathers: Joseph (Genesis 39:1–23) - Dr. Abraham Kuruvilla

56

The Reality of Present Suffering and the Certainty of Future Glory (Romans 8:18–25) - Dr. Bill Cook

57

The Fear of God (Psalm 145:17–19) - Dr. T. J. Betts

58

From Slavery to Sonship: Embracing Who God Says You Are (Romans 8:14–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

59

Two Ways of Thinking, Two Ways of Living, and Only Two Ways of Dying (Romans 8:5–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

60

The Forgotten Virtue of Zeal (Revelation 3:14–22) - Craig Shuff

61

The Holy Spirit and the Hope Found in God’s Eternal Sovereign Plan (Acts 2:1–13) - Philip Brown

62

Finding Contentment in Christ's Strength (Philippians 4:11–13) - Blake Ring

63

No Condemnation...None! (Romans 8:1–4) - Dr. Bill Cook

64

The Inconvenience of Christian Love (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

65

The Church: A Community of Spirit-Filled Followers of Jesus (Ephesians 2:17–22) - Dr. Bill Cook

66

A Contrast Between Two Lives and Two Deaths: The Tragic Death of King Saul (1 Samuel 31) - Dr. Bill Cook

67

God’s Faithfulness at 30,000 ft. (1 Samuel 29–30) - Dr. Adam Howell

68

Bad News from the Grave: Saul and the Witch at Endor (1 Samuel 28) - Dr. Bill Cook

69

An Easter Invitation to Real Life (John 20:19–31) - Dr. Bill Cook

70

A Preview of Comming Attractions (Matthew 27:50–54) - Dr. Bill Cook

71

Words of Hope in Times of Darkness (John 14:1–14) - Dr. Bill Cook

72

Faith of Our Fathers: Jacob (Genesis 25–32) - Dr. Abraham Kuruvilla

73

Characteristics of a Self-Reliant Believer (1 Samuel 27) - Dr. T. J. Betts

74

Basin and Towel Christianity: Jesus’ Blood and Our Smelly Feet (John 13:1–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

75

Difficult Choices in Stormy Times: David Spares Saul’s Life Again (1 Samuel 26) - Dr. Bill Cook

76

Three Lives, One Story: The Wisdom of a Godly Woman and the Kind Providence of a Holy God (1 Samuel 25) - Dr. Bill Cook

77

Do Not Take Your Own Revenge (1 Samuel 24) - Dr. Bill Cook

78

The Danger of Desperation and Isolation: Forgetting God (1 Samuel 21) - Dr. Bill Cook

79

True Friendship: David and Jonathan (1 Samuel 19–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

80

The Confusing Ways of God (1 Samuel 18) - Dr. Bill Cook

81

The Battle Is the Lord’s: David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17) - Dr. Bill Cook

82

Living in God's Bootcamp (1 Samuel 16:14–23) - Dr. Bill Cook

83

The Challenge of Being a Nobody: Living for God in Obscurity (1 Samuel 16:1–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

84

More Room for More Disciples: What Should I Look for in a Church? (Acts 2:42–47) - Dr. Bill Cook

85

Choosing Best over Good: Jesus Is the Only Necessary Thing (Luke 10:38–42) - Blake Ring

86

Follow the Star: A Journey Begun in Faith Will End in Worship (Matthew 2:1–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

87

From the Cradle to the Cross (Luke 2:10–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

88

The Account of Jesus' Birth (Luke 2:1–7) - Dr. T. J. Betts

89

The Glory of Singing: The Songs of Two Spirit-Filled Women Luke 1:39–56 - Dr. Bill Cook

90

Having Hope in the Middle of a Health Crisis - Ryan Morris, Bill & Jaylynn Cook, and Danielle Shuff

91

The Day God Broke His Silence: The Announcement of the Messiah's Forerunner (Luke 1:5–25) - Dr. Bill Cook

92

Finding Peace in the Midst of Conflict - Ryan Morris, Jeff Elieff, Chanda Brown, and Tommy Sims

93

The Incarnation of God's Son (John 1:1–5, 14, 18) - Dr. Bill Cook

94

What Do I Say When...? - Ryan Morris with Andrew & Christian Walker

95

To Obey Is Better than Sacrifice (1 Samuel 15) - Dr. Bill Cook

96

Discerning Truth in the Midst of Culture's Lies

97

The Significance of One for Good or for Evil (1 Samuel 14) - Dr. Bill Cook

98

Deacon Ordination - Dr. Bill Cook

99

What Have You Done? (1 Samuel 13) - Dr. Bill Cook

100

Samuel, God, and You (1 Samuel 11–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

101

Be Careful What You Wish For, God May Give it to You! (1 Samuel 10) - Dr. Bill Cook

102

Lost Cause (Luke 15:1–7) - Blake Ring

103

The Kingship of God (1 Samuel 8–9) - Adam Howell

104

The Mercy of God (1 Samuel 7) - Dr. Bill Cook

105

Behold Your God: The Holiness of God (1 Samuel 6) - Dr. Bill Cook

106

An Invitation to Life (Matthew 11:28–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

107

Behold Our God (1 Samuel 5–6) - Dr. Bill Cook

108

Where's the Glory? The Danger of Trying to Put God in a Box (1 Samuel 4) - Dr. Bill Cook

109

Speak Lord, Your Servant Is Listening (1 Samuel 3) - Dr. Bill Cook

110

Singing, Suffering, and Betrayal: The Beauty of Godliness and Ugliness of Duplicity (2 Samuel 2) - Dr. Bill Cook

111

God Often Does His Best Work in our Darkest Moments (1 Samuel 1) - Dr. Bill Cook

112

Words to Speak (1 Peter 3:13–16) - Blake Ring

113

Chosen to Speak (Acts 9:1–22) - Blake Ring

114

Do Christians Have to Go to Church? (Hebrews 10:24–25) - Dr. Bill Cook

115

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (Psalm 103) - Rob Patterson

116

What Is My Purpose in Life? (1 Corinthians 10:31) - Dr. Bill Cook

117

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God Almighty (Isaiah 6:1–7; Revelation 4:1–10) - Philip Brown

118

Who Are My Real Enemies? (Luke 6:27–36; Ephesians 2:1–3, 6:10–12) - Dr. T. J. Betts

119

Take My Life and Let it Be (1 Kings 6–9) - Kyle Barrett

120

What Are Spiritual Gifts, and Do I Have One? (1 Corinthians 12:1–7) - Jeff Elieff

121

And Can it Be, that I Should Gain? (Isaiah 52:13–53:12) - Dr. T. J. Betts

122

Jesus Returns to Heaven: Final Words and New Beginnings (Luke 24:36–53) - Dr. Bill Cook

123

A Long Walk in the Wrong Direction and How to Get Turned Around (Luke 24:13–35) - Dr. Bill Cook

124

Amazing Grace (Selected Scriptures) - Adam Howell

125

A Peculiar Death, an Empty Tomb and a Risen Savior (Luke 23:46–24:12) - Dr. Bill Cook

126

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (Psalm 46) - Jeff Elieff

127

Three Words, One Savior (Luke 23:33–49) - Dr. Bill Cook

128

The Death of the Son of God (Luke 26:26–49) - Dr. Bill Cook

129

Our Salvation Experience in Song: “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing” - Blake Ring

130

Lessons from the Wilderness (Psalm 63) - Dr. Adam Howell

131

Who’s Speaking into Your Ear? The Son of God Condemned for Insurrection (Luke 23:1–25) - Dr. Bill Cook

132

Be Thou My Vision (Psalm 16:5–11) - Dr. T. J. Betts

133

Stricken By God: God's Mysterious Plan for the World's Salvation (Luke 22:54–71) - Dr. Bill Cook

134

When Jesus Does What Only He Can Do (John 2:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

135

A God-sized Offering for Ordinary People: Motivations for Generosity (2 Corinthians 9:1–15) - Dr. Bill Cook

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Motivations for a God-sized Offering (2 Corinthians 8:1–9) - Dr. Bill Cook

137

When Darkness Seems to Reign (Luke 22:39–53) - Dr. Bill Cook

138

First Things (1 Corinthians 15:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

139

Good Friday - Dr. Bill Cook

140

When Life Begins to Fall Apart (Luke 22:24–38) - Dr. Bill Cook

141

A Traitor, the Savior, and the Supper (Luke 22:1–23) - Dr. Bill Cook

142

Jesus Prays for Unity and Mission (John 17:20–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

143

The Man of Lawlessness, the Great Rebellion, and the End of the World (2 Thessalonians 2:1–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

144

Make Sure You (And Your Children!) Are Ready When Jesus Returns (Luke 21:25–36) - Dr. Bill Cook

145

Jesus Christ, the Fall of Jerusalem, and the End of the World (Luke 21:5–24) - Dr. Bill Cook

146

Jesus, the Hypocrites, and a Faithful Lady (Luke 20:41–21:4) - Dr. Bill Cook

147

Jesus Over All! Government, Marriage, and Death (Luke 20:19–40) - Dr. Bill Cook

148

Jesus Is the Cornerstone (Luke 19:45–20:19) - Dr. Bill Cook

149

All People Matter to God (Psalm 139:13–18) - Dr. T. J. Betts

150

Welcome Home: The King's Triumphal Entry (Luke 19:28–44) - Dr. Bill Cook

151

“Only One Life” The Parable of the Ten Minas (Luke 19:11–27) - Dr. Bill Cook

152

When Jesus Comes Will He Find Faith on the Earth? A Blind Beggar, a Rich Scoundrel, and a Gracious Savior (Luke 18:35–19:10) - Dr. Bill Cook

153

Christmas Eve 2023 - Dr. Bill Cook

154

The Gift of Christmas: Love (1 John 4:7–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

155

Where Is the Peace? (Luke 2:8–14) - Jeff Elieff

156

The Gift of Hope (The Book of Ruth) - Dr. T. J. Betts

157

Stewarding the Gift of Children (1 Samuel 2) - Jeff Elieff

158

The Gift of Joy (Selected Scriptures) - Adam Howell

159

You, Your Spouse, and God's Spirit - Dr. Bill Cook

160

Good News for Jesus' Followers (Luke 18:28–43) - Dr. Bill Cook

161

The Grace-filled Home: 12 Tips for Transforming Your Home through Forgivness (Ephesians 4:32) - Gabriel Hinerman

162

Life's Most Important Question: What Must I Do to Inherit Eternal Life? (Luke 18:15–27) - Dr. Bill Cook

163

Protecting Our Homes Against the Danger of Anger (Ephesians 4:26–27) - Blake Ring

164

A Call to Wartime Sacrifice (2 Timothy 2:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

165

Communication: Choose Wisely (Philippians 5:15–21) - Philip Brown

166

Who Are You in this Parable? Or Better Yet, Who Does God Think You Are? (Luke 18:9–14) - Dr. Bill Cook

167

A Crooked Judge and a Desperate Widow (Luke 18:1–8) - Dr. Jeff Eieff

168

Be Faithful until Jesus Returns (Luke 17:20–37) - Dr. Bill Cook

169

Be My Witnesses (Acts 1:1–11) - Blake Ring

170

A Simple Story with a Powerful Message: "Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart" (Luke 17:11–19) - Dr. Bill Cook

171

Strong but Good Medicine for Jesus' Disciples (Luke 17:1–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

172

Lessons from an Enemy Invasion (Isaiah 30:15–22) - Dr. Adam Howell

173

A Study in Contrasts: The Life, Death, and Eternity of Two Men (Luke 16:19–31) - Dr. Bill Cook

174

What Must I Do to Be Saved? - Dr. Bill Cook

175

Money Matters: You Are a Manager of God's Money (Part 2) (Luke 16:1–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

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Money Matters: You Are a Manager of God's Money (Luke 16:1–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

177

A Story of Hope for Prodigals and Those Who Love Them (Luke 15:11–32) - Dr. Bill Cook

178

Jesus, the Finder: Heaven's Search and Rescue Mission (Luke 14:34–15:10) - Dr. Bill Cook

179

Great Expectations: The Cost and Blessing of Being a Disciple of Jesus (Luke 14:25–35) - Dr. Bill Cook

180

Put Sin to Death (Romans 6:11–14; Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

181

Deacon Ordination - Dr. Bill Cook

182

Do Not Love the World (1 John 2:15–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

183

Keeping Community in Communion (Selected Scriptures) - Craig Shuff

184

Resist the Devil (Ephesians 6:10–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

185

Baptism (Matthew 28:18–20; Romans 6:1) - Adam Cole

186

The Banquet You Don't Want to Miss: Jesus' Parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14:15–24) - Dr. Bill Cook

187

Created for Friendship (John 15:12–17) - Philip Brown

188

Two Results of the Wrath of God (Nahum 1:1–15) - Dr. T. J. Betts

189

Build a Friend - Gabriel Hinerman

190

The Kingdom of God and the Way to the Top (Luke 13:31–14:11) - Dr. Kyle Barrett

191

The Principle of the Leaven (Luke 13:18–35) - Dr. Bill Cook

192

An "It's Not about You" Friendship: Seven Markers of Christian Friendship - Blake Ring

193

The God Who Pursues Sinners (Jonah 1:1–16) - Dr. T. J. Betts

194

Your Marriage Is a Garden, Take Care of It - Dr. Bill Cook

195

Jesus, Strong and King (Luke 13:10–17) - Gabriel Hinerman

196

The Word Everyone Hates but Everyone Needs: Repentance (Luke 13:1–9) - Dr. Bill Cook

197

The Inconvenience of Love: Biblical Marriage in a Busy Culture - Dr. Jeremy Pierre

198

Straight Talk on Tough Topics: Judgment, Divisions, and Salvation (Luke 12:49–59) - Dr. Bill Cook

199

Get Ready, Jesus Is Coming Back (Luke 12:35–48) - Dr. Bill Cook

200

Straight Talk on Marriage: A Discussion with the Yorks

201

Likewise (1 Peter 2:21–3:7) - Dr. Hershael York

202

Your Heart Always Follows Your Treasure (Luke 12:22–34) - Dr. Bill Cook

203

Unless the LORD Builds the House... (Psalm 127:1) - Dr. Bill Cook

204

Guard Your Heart (Luke 12:13–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

205

Hope Has a Name! (Acts 4:1–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

206

Why Did Jesus Die? (1 Peter 3:18) - Dr. Bill Cook

207

Welcome the King of Glory into Your Heart (Psalm 24) - Dr. Bill Cook

208

God Knows You and Loves You More than You Can Ever Imagine (Luke 12:1–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

209

Will You Be the One for "Your One"? (Romans 1:16–17) - Rob Patterson

210

Don't Be a Pharisee: The Danger of an Unhealthy Eye (Luke 11:37–54) - Dr. Bill Cook

211

Jesus Doesn't Make Deals for Our Obedience (Luke 11:17–36) - Dr. Bill Cook

212

King Jesus and the Prince of this Dark World (Luke 11:14–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

213

Don't Give Up on God by Giving Up on Prayer (Luke 11:5–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

214

Lord, Teach Us to Pray (Luke 6:1–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

215

Christianity 101: Loving God at the Feet of Jesus (Luke 10:38–42) - Dr. Bill Cook

216

Christianity 101: Love Your Neighbor! (Luke 10:25–37) - Dr. Bill Cook

217

In Jesus’ Name (Luke 10:17–24) - Dr. Bill Cook

218

Unsung Heroes: Living with Gospel Intentionality (Luke 10:1–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

219

Together for the Truth (3 John 5–8) - Chris Sills

220

Get Serious about Your Faith in 2023 (2 Timothy 2:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

221

Emmanuel: God Is with Us (Matthew 1:23) - Dr. Bill Cook

222

A Fresh Look at an Ancient Prophecy (Micah 5:2) - Dr. Bill Cook

223

Ancient Whisper through an Evil King (Isaiah 7:10–17) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

224

The Whisper of Christ in an Ancient Covenant (Genesis 12:1–8) - Dr. T. J. Betts

225

What Your Home Needs Most (John 6:60–71) - Gabriel Hinerman

226

Whisper from an Ancient Genealogy: Longing, Hope, and Relief (1 Chronicles 1–9) - Dr. Adam Howell

227

Parenting Q & A - Jeff & Renee Elieff

228

Jesus: The Shepherd-King (Jeremiah 23:1–8) - Dr. Bill Cook

229

Principles for Parenting Teens (Ephesians 6:4) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

230

Assurance of Guidance (Proverbs 3:5–6) - Dr. Bill Cook

231

Marriage Q & A - Dr. Bill & Jaylynn Cook

232

Assurance of Forgiveness: When Christians Sin (Psalm 32; 1 John 1:9) - Dr. Bill Cook

233

Marriage and Farming (Galatians 5:7–9) - Dr. Bill Cook

234

Assurance of Victory: Learning from the Past (1 Corinthians 10:13) - Dr. Bill Cook

235

Pray in Jesus' Name: Assurance of Answered Prayer - Dr. Bill Cook

236

Do You Know that You Know Jesus? Assurance of Salvation (1 John 5:11–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

237

Gospel Partnerships (Philippians 1:1–11) - Josh Wilson

238

Discipleship in Babylon: Lessons from Three Who Followed in Faith (Daniel 3) - Gabriel Hinerman

239

The Cost of Following Jesus (Luke 9:57–62) - Dr. Bill Cook

240

The Kingdom of God and the Kingdoms of the World: Snapshots of Opposites (Luke 9:43–56) - Dr. Bill Cook

241

What Is Your Philosophy of Life? (Ecclesiastes 1:16–2:26; 12:13–14) - Dr. T. J. Betts

242

Christianity Is Christ: The First Christian Sermon (Luke 2:22–41) - Dr. Bill Cook

243

Two Stories, One Savior: Mountain Top Glory, Real World Ministry (Luke 9:28–43) - Dr. Bill Cook

244

Gain the World, Lose Your Soul: Jesus Matters Most (Luke 9:18–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

245

Missions, Miracles, and the Savior (Luke 9:1–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

246

Jesus Crushes Disappointment and Despair (Luke 8:40–56) - Dr. Bill Cook

247

Jesus' Authority Over Evil Powers (Luke 8:26–39) - Dr. Bill Cook

248

A Letter from God: How to Live in Exile until You Go Home (Jeremiah 29:1–14) - Dr. Bill Cook

249

Missions: A Core Value Today and Tomorrow (Matthew 28:16–20) - Blake Ring

250

When God Vindicates His Holy Name (Ezekiel 36:16–32) - Dr. Adam Howell

251

Community: A Gift from God (Acts 2:42–74) - Philip Brown

252

What the Devil Does Not Want You to Know (Selected Scritptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

253

Ordination Service - Dr. Bill Cook

254

Ladies and Gentlemen, Meet Your Enemy, the Devil (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

255

The Value of Storms (Luke 8:22–25) - Dr. Bill Cook

256

The Christian Predicament in a Confused Age - Dr. R. Albert Mohler

257

Jesus' True Family: Hearing and Obeying God's Word (Luke 8:1–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

258

The Transforming Power of Grace (Luke 7:36–50) - Dr. Bill Cook

259

Worship: Exalting Jesus' Glory (Revelation 5:11–12) - Craig Shuff

260

Facing Opposition to God's Work (Nehemiah 4:1–6) - Dr. T. J. Betts

261

Truth: Receiving Jesus' Words (John 18:28–40) - Gabriel Hinerman

262

Dealing with Unmet Expectations (Luke 7:18–35) - Adam Cole

263

Faith, Despair, and Jesus (Luke 7:1–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

264

Fruit, Foundations, and Your Eternal Destiny (Luke 6:43–49) - Dr. Bill Cook

265

Getting to the Root of a Critical Spirit: Do Not Judge (Luke 6:35–42) - Dr. Bill Cook

266

A Renewed Vision for Marriage - Dr. Bill Cook

267

Come and See: The Combined Beauty of Redemption and Missions (Isaiah 43:1–7) - Dr. Adam Howell

268

Love Your Enemies; Jesus Did (Luke 6:27–36) - Dr. Bill Cook

269

The Worship of the Lamb (Revelation 5) - Dr. Bill Cook

270

Good Friday, April 7, A. D. 30 - Dr. Bill Cook

271

Looking for a Jesus Who Looks Less Like Me (John 12:12–19) - Blake Ring

272

A Strategy to Turn the World Upside Down (Luke 6:12–26; Acts 17:12) - Dr. Bill Cook

273

The Danger of Cold-Hearted Religion (Luke 6:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

274

"Let Me Introduce You to Jesus" (Luke 5:27–39) - Dr. Bill Cook

275

The Divine Savior (Luke 5:12–26)

276

The Ever-Intrusive Jesus: Living Life in the Deep (Luke 5:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

277

An Authority Worth Following (Luke 4:31–44) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

278

When Public Opinion Turns Against You (Luke 4:14–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

279

Battle of the Ages: The Temptation of Jesus Christ (Luke 3:38–4:13) - Dr. Bill Cook

280

The Baptism of Jesus Christ (Luke 3:21–22) - Dr. Bill Cook

281

Life in the Wilderness (Luke 3:1–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

282

How NOT to Become Another Statistic: The ABSOLUTE Necessity of DISCIPLESHIP - Dr. Bill Cook

283

Time Flies By, Don't Miss It: The Childhood of Jesus (Luke 2:41–52) - Dr. Bill Cook

284

A Focus on Jesus (Luke 2:21–38) - Dr. Bill Cook

285

Fear or Faith: What Will You Be Remembered For? (Numbers 13:25–14:10) - Dr. T. J. Betts

286

Remembering God's Covenant Faithfulness (Deuteronomy 8) - Dr. Adam Howell

287

Fear Not! - Dr. Bill Cook

288

Why Christmas? (1 John 3:4–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

289

Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (Luke 2:8–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

290

From Groans to Glory: Our Present Condition and Our Future Hope (Romans 8:18–25) - Adam Cole

291

From Heaven to Earth: "They Laid Him in a Manger" (Luke 2:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

292

And He Was a Samaritin (Luke 17:11–19) - Daustin Kratzer

293

Trusting God with Our Everyday Fears (Matthew 6:25–34) - Dr. Nathan Finn

294

It's All About Him (John 3:22–36) - Philip Brown

295

The Promise and the Promise Keeper: Zechariah’s Benedictus (Luke 1:57–80) - Dr. Bill Cook

296

Grace for the Older Brother (Luke 15:1–2, 25–32) - Kyle Barrett

297

A Time for Singing: The Meeting of Elizabeth and Mary (Luke 1:39–56) - Dr. Bill Cook

298

Ordination Service - Dr. Bill Cook

299

A Message that Changes Everything: "You Shall Call His Name Jesus" (Luke 1:26–38) - Dr. Bill Cook

300

Hope for the Hopeless (Luke 1:5–25) - Dr. Bill Cook

301

Jesus Is the Savior of the World (Luke) - Dr. Bill Cook

302

Where Will Your Feet Ninth & Go? (Romans 10:8–15) - Dr. Blake Ring

303

The Lord of Hosts Is with Us (Psalm 46) - Dr. Adam Howell

304

Put Your Hope in God (Psalms 42–43) - Dr. T. J. Betts

305

Whom Shall I Fear (Psalm 27) - Dr. Bill Cook

306

God Is My Refuge (Psalm 16) - Dr. T. J. Betts

307

When God Starts a Church: I Love My Church Sunday (Acts 11:19–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

308

Getting Close to a Holy God...Again: The Absolute Necessity of Integrity (Psalm 15) - Dr. Bill Cook

309

The Wisdom of Worshipping the King (Psalm 2) - Dr. T. J. Betts

310

Two Ways (Psalm 1) - Dr. Bill Cook

311

God's Plan for a Healthy Church (Ephesians 4:11–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

312

Laziness Is Dangerous to Your Soul (And Those You Love) (2 Thessalonians 3:5–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

313

Better Together: Pursuing Unity, Love, and Humility as a Church (Ephesians 4:1–3) - Blake Ring

314

Be Here: How to Love the Local Church (Revelation 5:9–10; Ephesians 2:11–22) - Ryan Hanley

315

Why I Thank God for Ninth & O Baptist Church (2 Thessalonians 3:1–5) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

316

The End Is Just the Beginning (Revelation 22) - Gabriel Hinerman

317

A Short Prayer with a Big Punch (2 Thessalonains 2:16–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

318

Stand Firm (2 Thessalonians 2:13–15) - Dr. Bill Cook

319

The Man of Lawlessness, a Great Rebellion, and the End of the World (2 Thessalonians 2:6–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

320

Heaven, Hell, and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ (2 Thessalonians 1:5–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

321

Faith, Love, and Life's Pressure Points (2 Thessalonians 1:3–4) - Dr. Bill Cook

322

Three Men, a Church, and a Savior (2 Thessalonians 1:1–2) - Dr. Bill Cook

323

Plans for the Future (Zephaniah 3:9–20) - Dr. T. J. Betts

324

What God Requires: The Grandeur of Justice, Kindness, and Humility (Micah 6:8) - Dr. Adam Howell

325

Changing Your World, One Word at a Time (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

326

Some Marriage Advice from an Older Brother with 39 Years of Mistakes (Part 2) - Dr. Bill Cook

327

Some Marriage Advice from an Older Brother with 39 Years of Mistakes - Dr. Bill Cook

328

Cemetery Faith and the Resurrection of Jesus (Mark 16:1–8) - Dr. Bill Cook

329

Forsaken (Mark 15:21–39) - Dr. Bill Cook

330

Guilty! (Mark 14:53–65) - Dr. Bill Cook

331

A Donkey, a Temple, and a Tree (Mark 11:1–23) - Dr. Bill Cook

332

The Great Exchange (Mark 8:14–38) - Dr. Bill Cook

333

Jesus Christ, Miracle Worker: Desperation, Faith, and the Dirty Feet of a Galilean Carpenter (Mark 4:35–5:43) - Dr. Bill Cook

334

The Arrival of the King (Mark 1:14–28) - Dr. Bill Cook

335

Running Against God (Jonah 4) - Dr. Bill Cook

336

A Reluctant Prophet, a Wicked People, and a Gracious God (Jonah 3) - Dr. Bill Cook

337

Running to God (Jonah 1:17–2:10) - Dr. Bill Cook

338

Running from God (Jonah 1:1–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

339

Faith Is the Victory (Habakkuk 3) - Dr. Bill Cook

340

Behold Our God! (Habakkuk 2; Revelation 18) - Dr. Bill Cook

341

When Life Doesn't Seem Fair (Habakkuk 1) - Dr. Bill Cook

342

In Times Like These (Psalm 31) - Dr. T. J. Betts

343

Searching for Jesus (Luke 2:41–52) - Dr. Bill Cook

344

Christmas Eve 2020 - Dr. Bill Cook

345

A Little Baby, a Wicked King, and a Spiritual War (Matthew 2:13–23, Revelation 12:1–5) - Jeff Elieff

346

Rich in God: Reassuring Reminders from a Lowly Couple (Luke 1:50–53, 2:1–7, 21–24) - Blake Ring

347

The Fulfilled Hope of a Savior (Matthew 1:18–25) - Dr. Adam Howell

348

Mary's World Turned Upside Down: Responding to Unexpected, Life-altering Circumstances (Luke 1:26–38) - Dr. T. J. Betts

349

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner? A Day that Changed the World (Acts 9:1–9) - Dr. Bill Cook

350

God's Will, God's Way (Proverbs 3:5–6) - Dr. Bill Cook

351

Doubting God's Goodness (Psalm 73) - Dr. T. J. Betts

352

The Battle for the World: The Wheat and the Tares (Matthew 13:24–30; 36–43) - Dr. Bill Cook

353

What a Way to Say Goodbye (1 Thessalonians 5:23–28) - Dr. Bill Cook

354

Love Our City (Jeremiah 29:4–14) - Blake Ring

355

Don't Be an Eeyore: Becoming God-centered and Word-focused (1 Thessalonians 5:16–22) - Dr. Bill Cook

356

Welcome to the Family! (1 Thessalonians 5:12-15) - Dr. Bill Cook

357

The Condemnation of the Innocent (Matthew 27:11–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

358

The Day of the Lord (1 Thessalonians 5:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

359

The Day Death Dies (1 Thessalonians 4:13–18) - Dr. Bill Cook

360

Your Ordinary, Daily, and Sometimes Boring Life Matters to God...And Your Lost Neighbor (1 Thessalonians 4:11–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

361

The Day the Angels Gasped (Matthew 26:57–68) - Dr. Bill Cook

362

Love One Another (1 Thessalonians 4:9–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

363

This Is the Will of God... (1 Thessalonians 4:1–8) - Dr. Bill Cook

364

The Glory of Genuine Community (1 Thessalonians 3:6–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

365

Treasure Wisdom, Treasure God (Proverbs 2:1–8) - Dr. Adam Howell

366

When It's All Too Much for Me (Psalm 3) - Dr. T. J. Betts

367

Jesus, Judas, and a Cup to Drink (Matthew 26:36–47) - Dr. Bill Cook

368

When Your Comfort Zone Gets Squeezed (1 Thessalonians 3:1–5) - Dr. Bill Cook

369

God's Word, God's Love, and God's People (1 Thessalonians 2:13–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

370

Living to Make a Difference (Part 2) (1 Thessalonians 2:1–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

371

Living to Make a Difference (1 Thessalonians 2:1–2; Acts 16:19–34) - Dr. Bill Cook

372

The Gospel Changes Lives (1 Thessalonians 1:4–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

373

Three Men and a Church (1 Thessalonians 1:1–3) - Dr. Bill Cook

374

The Lord's Prayer: Lead Us Not Into Temptation (Matthew 6:12, James 1:13–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

375

The Lord's Prayer: Forgive Us Our Debts (Matthew 6:12, 14–15) - Dr. Bill Cook

376

The Lord's Prayer: Daily Bread (Matthew 6:11) - Dr. Bill Cook

377

The Lord's Prayer: Your Will Be Done (Matthew 6:10) - Dr. Bill Cook

378

The Lord's Prayer: "Your Kingdom Come!" (Matthew 6:10) - Dr. Bill Cook

379

Hallowed Be Your Name (Matthew 6:9) - Dr. Bill Cook

380

Our Father Who Is in Heaven (Matthew 6:9) - Dr. Bill Cook

381

Resurrection Faith, the New Birth, and the Covid-19 Crisis (1 Peter 1:3–5) - Dr. Bill Cook

382

What You See and What You Don't See (Mark 15:22–35) - Dr. Bill Cook

383

And so it Begins... The Holiest Week of All (Matthew 21:1–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

384

A Divine Remedy for a Troubled Soul: Rest in the Lord, for He Is Good! (Psalm 116) - Dr. Bill Cook

385

Spiritual Warfare in Job (Job 1:1—2:8) - Dr. T. J. Betts

386

Follow Our Leader: Jesus Defeats Satan in the Wilderness (Luke 4:1–14) - Dr. Bill Cook

387

When God Pulls Back the Curtain: Prayer Is War (Daniel 10) - Dr. Bill Cook

388

The Battle Begins (Genesis 3:1–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

389

The Absolute Necessity of Community for Spiritual Vitality (1 Corinthians 12:12–31) - Dr. Bill Cook

390

Let's Worship When We Sing! (Psalm 100) - Dr. Bill Cook

391

Let's Move a Mountain! - Dr. Bill Cook

392

The Power of the Word (Psalm 1) - Dr. Bill Cook

393

Core Values: Who We Are (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

394

Where Is God? God Is With Us (Psalm 46) - Gabriel Hinerman

395

Great Is Thy Faithfulness: How Deep Hope Combats Deep Affliciton (Lamentations 3:1–39) - Dr. Adam Howell

396

Reminders and a Warning for 2020 (Colossians 2:6–15) - Philip Brown

397

A Renewed Mind for a New Year (Romans 12:1–2) - Drew Smith

398

New Beginnings: The Gospel Changes Everything (Galatians 1:11–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

399

Promises Made . . . Promises Kept - Dr. Bill Cook

400

Jesus Is the Prince of Peace (Luke 2:8–14) - Dr. Bill Cook

401

JOY to the World (Psalm 98) - Dr. Bill Cook

402

Why God the Son Became Man (Hebrews 2:5–18) - Dr. Steve Wellum

403

Found Faithful at Christmas (Luke 1:26–45) - Blake Ring

404

Jesus Came Into the World to Save Sinners . . . Who Will Spread the Good News (John 3:16–17) - Dr. Ted Cabal

405

Hope for the Hopeless (Isaiah 40:1–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

406

Christ Jesus Came into the World to Save Sinners (1 Timothy 1:15) - Dr. T. J. Betts

407

Using God's Money God's Way (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

408

Jesus and the Abundant Life (John 10:10) - Kyle Barrett

409

It's About Time (Ephesians 5:15–16) - Jeff Elieff

410

You're Having Twins, Kanye's a Christian, and a Servant King (Mark 10:35–45) - Blake Ring

411

A Word on Work (Genesis 2:1–3, 15) - Dr. T. J. Betts

412

Christian Friendship in a Lonely World - Dr. Bill Cook

413

When Heaven Comes Down (Exodus 34–40) - Dr. Bill Cook

414

A Passion to Know God: "Show Me Your Glory" (Exodus 33–34) - Dr. Bill Cook

415

Ninth & Go: Go Pray. Go Give. Go Tell. (Missions Sunday) - Blake Ring

416

Idolatry, Intercession, and God's Glory (Exodus 32) - Dr. Bill Cook

417

The Holy Spirit Was Showing Us: Lessons to Learn from Exodus (Exodus 30:1–31:8) - Dr. Steve Wellum

418

A Royal Priesthood and a Holy Nation (Exodus 28-29) - Dr. Adam Howell

419

Finding Your Way Home (Exodus 25:1-27:21) - Dr. Bill Cook

420

Eating in God's Presence (Exodus 24) - Dr. Bill Cook

421

Community: Love One Another (1 John 4:7–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

422

A Divine Call to Discipleship (Luke 9:18–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

423

When God's Promises and Presence Are Not Enough (Exodus 23:20–30:1; 1 Corinthians 13:1–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

424

Self-control (Galatians 5:1, 16–23; Titus 2) - Dr. Adam Howell

425

Make Time for God (Exodus 23:10–19) - Dr. Bill Cook

426

The Fruit of the Spirit Is . . . Gentleness (Galatians 5:13–26) - Ryan Hanley

427

Love Your Neighbor: Vision Recast (Luke 19:10) - Dr. Bill Cook

428

Faithfulness (Galatians 5:22–23) - Philip Brown

429

"And a Second Is Like It: You Shall Love Your Neighbor As Yourself" (Exodus 22:21–23:9) - Dr. Adam Howell

430

God's Design, God's Direction, and Our Goodness (Galatians 5:22–23) - Kyle Barrett

431

An Eye for an Eye (Exodus 21:12–22:20; Matthew 5:38–42) - Dr. Bill Cook

432

Kindness Is No Small Thing (Ruth) - Blake Ring

433

Loving God in All of Life (Exodus 20:18–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

434

Patience - Dr. T. J. Betts

435

The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17)

436

Peace - Drew Smith

437

Preparing to Meet with God (Exodus 19) - Dr. Bill Cook

438

Deacon Ordination (1 Timothy 3:8–13) - Dr. Bill Cook

439

Witness and Wisdom (Exodus 18) - Dr. Bill Cook

440

Hard Lessons Learned in the School of the Wilderness (Exodus 17) - Dr. Bill Cook

441

The Discovery of Joy (Galatians 5:22) - Dr. Dan Cabal

442

Grumbling or Trusting? A Daily Fork in the Road (Exodus 16) - Dr. Blake Ring

443

The Fruit of the Spirit Is Love... (Galatians 5:16–24) - Gabriel Hinerman

444

A Song of Victory (Exodus 15:1–21) - Dr. T. J. Betts

445

Hallelujah! Praise the Lord (Psalm 150) - Dr. Bill Cook

446

The God of the Bible: Comfort for Those Living in a Fallen World (Psalm 139) - Dr. Bill Cook

447

Between a Rock and a Hard Place (Exodus 14) - Dr. Bill Cook

448

Passover, Golgotha, and Freedom from Slavery (Exodus 11–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

449

Knowing God (Exodus 8:20–10:29) - Dr. Bill Cook

450

Christ Has Risen! (Matthew 28) - Dr. Bill Cook

451

Darkness before the Dawn (Matthew 27:33–54) - Dr. Bill Cook

452

Who Is Your One? (John 1:35–51) - Dr. Bill Cook

453

Sharing God's Invitation (Revelation 22:17) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

454

Investing through Hospitality (Leviticus 19:9–10, 33–34) - Dr. Blake Ring

455

Intercede, Invest, Invite: Intercession Is War (Luke 18:1–8) - Dr. Bill Cook

456

Behold Our God! (Exodus 6:10–8:9) - Dr. Bill Cook

457

Truth: Making the Right Choices at Life's Crossroads (Matthew 7:13–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

458

Disappointed with God: The Danger of Selective Hearing (Exodus 5:1 – 6:9) - Dr. Bill Cook

459

Let God Be God (Exodus 4) - Dr. Bill Cook

460

The Surprising and Unmistakable Call of God (Exodus 3) - Dr. Bill Cook

461

The Danger of Trying to Accomplish God's Will Your Way (Exodus 2) - Dr. Bill Cook

462

Dark Days in a Dark Place: God's People Enslaved in Egypt (Exodus 1) - Dr. Bill Cook

463

Vision Sunday: Love Your Neighbor (Luke 10:25–42) - Dr. Bill Cook

464

When Jesus Comes to Dinner (Luke 7:36–50) - Dr. Bill Cook

465

Discipleship - Gabriel Hinerman

466

Why God Values Generosity...and We Should Too! (Philippians 4:15–23) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

467

"Hakuna Matata?" Finding Our Contentment in Christ Wherever We May Be (Philippians 4:10–14) - Drew Smith

468

The Dark Side of Christmas: The Sword that Pierces the Soul (Luke 2:25–35) - Dr. Bill Cook

469

A Christmas Reminder (John 3:16–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

470

Jesus, Christmas, and the New Exodus (Matthew 2:13–23) - Kyle Barrett

471

Joy and Peace in a Turbulent World (Philippians 4:4–9) - Dr. Bill Cook

472

Welcoming the King with Eyes of Faith (Matthew 2:1–12) - Dr. Adam Howell

473

Handling Conflict: The Key to Long–Lasting Relationships (Philippians 4:1–3) - Dr. Bill Cook

474

A Citizen of Heaven in a Foreign Land (Philippians 3:17–4:1) - Dr. Bill Cook

475

Matthew's Genealogy of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:1–17) - Dr. T. J. Betts

476

Ancient Advice for Hopeful and Helpless Families (Proverbs 24:3–4) - Dr. Bill Cook

477

Ordination of Ryan Morris (1 Timothy 3:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

478

Determination and Focus: Keys to Spiritual Growth (Philippians 3:12-16) - Dr. Bill Cook

479

Changing Perspectives: The Joy of a Consuming Passion (Philippians 3:4–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

480

The Joy of Salvation (Philippians 3:1–3) - Dr. Bill Cook

481

Serving in the Trenches (Philippians 2:19–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

482

Harvesting Hands: Habits of Those Who Work the Fields (Matthew 9:35–38) - Dr. Blake Ring

483

Let it Shine (Philippians 2:12–18) - Dr. Bill Cook

484

Why Would We Ever Forget Christ? (1 Corinthians 11:23–26) - Philip Brown

485

The Humility and Glory of King Jesus (Philippians 2:5–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

486

The Joy of Serving Others: Descending the Upward Staircase (Philippians 2:1–4) - Dr. Bill Cook

487

United We Stand . . . Divided We Fall (Philippians 1:27–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

488

The Joy of Living and Dying (Philippians 1:18–26) - Dr. Bill Cook

489

A Fresh Look at Chains (Philippians 1:12–18) - Dr. Bill Cook

490

Intercessory Prayer and the Joy of Abounding Love (Philippians 1:9–11) - Dr. Bill Cook

491

Fall Preview - Dr. Bill Cook with Ryan Morris

492

The Joy of Gospel Relationships (Philippians 1:1–8) - Dr. Bill Cook

493

What About People Who Never Hear the Gospel? (John 14:1-6; Acts 4:1-12; Romans 10:9-15) - Dr. Steve Wellum

494

Jesus, the Church, and NAOBC - Dr. Bill Cook

495

Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? - Dr. Ted Cabal

496

Who Does Jesus Say He Is? Thinking Rightly about the Most Important Person in History (Matthew 11) - Dr. Steve Wellum

497

The Lord's Supper (John 1:29) - Gabriel Hinerman

498

The Sacrifice of Praise (Psalm 149) - Dr. Bill Cook

499

Does God Exist? - Drew Smith & Danny McDonald

500

Life after Death (2 Corinthians 5:1–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

501

Deacon Ordination - Dr. Bill Cook

502

Don't Lose Heart! (2 Corinthians 4:7–18) - Dr. Bill Cook

503

Can I Trust the Bible? - Dr. Ted Cabal

504

God’s Priorities for a Healthy Faith (Titus 3:9–15) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

505

Deep Valleys, Gospel Hope, and Congregational Effort (Psalm 130) - Dr. Adam Howell

506

The Sufficiency of God’s Grace: Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh (2 Corinthians 12:1–10) - Dr. Bill Cook

507

Why Is Hell Forever? - Dr. Adam Howell

508

Rest for the Weighed Down and Worn Out (Matthew 11:28–30) - Dr. Kyle Barrett

509

Did God Call the Israelites to Commit Genocide with the Invasion of the Land? (Deuteronomy 7:1–5; 20:1–18) - Dr. T. J. Betts

510

Unraveling Something of the Mystery of Suffering (2 Corinthians 1:3-11) - Dr. Bill Cook

511

Small Words Really Matter: Peace, Grace, and Love (Ephesians 6:21–24) - Dr. Bill Cook

512

Prayer and Cosmic Conflict (Ephesians 6:18–20) - Dr. Bill Cook

513

Hopeful Words for Weary Families (Deuteronomy 6:1–19) - Dr. Bill Cook

514

Battle Stations: A Strategy for Cosmic Conflict (Part 3) (Ephesians 6:13–17) - Dr. Bill Cook

515

Battle Stations: A Strategy for Cosmic Conflict (Part 2) (Ephesians 6:10–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

516

Battle Stations: A Strategy for Cosmic Conflict (Ephesians 6:10–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

517

Fight for Your Family (Ephesians 6:1–4) - Dr. Bill Cook

518

Jesus’ Resurrection, Our Resurrection, and that Final Shout (1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; John 5:24–30) - Dr. Bill Cook

519

What's So Good About Good Friday? (John 19:28–30) - Dr. Jeff Elieff

520

The Day the Clock Struck Twelve: Jesus’ Death and Ours (John 12:20–36) - Dr. Bill Cook

521

“Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow”? (Ephesians 5:22–33) - Dr. Bill Cook

522

The Walk of the Wise (Ephesians 5:15–21) - Dr. Bill Cook

523

Compassion (Matthew 9:27–38) - Dr. Bill Cook

524

Expand (Matthew 9:13) - Dr. Bill Cook

525

Arise and Shine (Matthew 5:13–16) - Dr. Bill Cook

526

Imitate God (Ephesians 5:3–14) - Dr. Bill Cook

527

The Fragrant Aroma of Love: God’s Love, Our Love, and Christ’s Cross (Ephesians 5:1–2; 1 Corinthians 13:1–7) - Dr. Bill Cook

528

Pressing In and Reaching Out: Live the Vision in 2018 - Dr. Bill Cook

529

The Joy of the Lord and Christian Holiness (Ephesians 4:25–32) - Dr. Bill Cook

530

Choose Your Tailor Wisely (Ephesians 4:17–24) - Dr. Bill Cook

531

Preparing for a New Year: Pop Quizzes and Major Exams (James 1:2-8, 12) - Dr. Bill Cook

532

What's in a Name? (Christmas Eve 2017) - Dr. Bill Cook

533

Christmas: A Rescue Mission (1 Timothy 1:15-17; Revelation 12:1-5) - Dr. Bill Cook

534

God's Love and Christmas Family Gatherings (1 Corinthians 13:1-7; Romans 2:4; John 3:16) - Dr. Bill Cook

535

How Do You Grow a Culture of Missions? One Person at a Time (Matthew 28:16–20) - Dr. Blake Ring

536

What Does A Healthy Church Look Like? Unity, Diversity and Growth (Ephesians 4:7–12) - Dr. Bill Cook

537

Community (Proverbs 18:1) - Gabriel Hinerman

538

Unity and the Call of Christ (Ephesians 4:1-6) - Dr. Kyle Barrett

539

The Savior of the World Was Fallen (Selected Scriptures) - Dr. Bill Cook

540

Intercession Is Love and War (Ephesians 3:14-21) - Dr. Bill Cook

541

Worship (Colossians 3:16-17) - Craig Shuff

542

Chained, but Not Bound (Ephesians 3.1-13) - Dr. Bill Cook

543

Truth (1 Timothy 4:1-6) - Dr. Bill Cook

544

Christ’s Death and God’s New People (Epehsians 2:11-22) - Dr. Bill Cook

545

Before and After Pictures of the Believer (Ephesians 2:1-10) - Dr. T. J. Betts

546

Prayer and Life's Great Passion (Ephesians 1:15-23) - Dr. Bill Cook

547

Disciples: People Who Devotedly Follow Christ (Luke 14:25-35) - Dr. T. J. Betts

548

Sealed By the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13-14) - Dr. Bill Cook

549

You are Free and Forgiven! (Ephesians 1:7-12) - Dr. Bill Cook

550

God Loves You! (Ephesians 1:2-6) - Dr. Bill Cook

551

Christ, the Church, and the Gospel: A First-Century Letter for Twenty-First Century Saints (Ephesians 1:1-2) - Dr. Bill Cook

552

Influence. Die. Be Forgotten. (Acts 13-14) - Dr. Blake Ring

553

Jesus, the Church, and Hades' Gates (Matthew 16:13-20) - Dr. Bill Cook

554

“I Will Give”: Godliness, Contentment, and Gospel Advancement (Philippians 4:10-20) - Dr. Bill Cook

555

I Love My Church: “I Will Serve and I Will Go” (Philippians 2:5-8) - Dr. Bill Cook

556

I Will Worship and Grow with Others (Acts 2:42-47) - Dr. Bill Cook

557

Jesus Loves the Church and So Should We! (1 Peter 2:4-10) - Dr. Bill Cook

558

Love Jesus by Loving the Church (Acts 20:17-38)

559

Christ Alone: Jesus + Nothing (Colossians 1:15-20)

560

Learning to Trust in Troubled Times (Psalm 46)

561

Obscene and Perfect Sacrifice (Hebrews 10:1-18) - Dr. Blake Ring

562

The Antidote to Living in Fear (Psalm 27) - Dr. Bill Cook

563

Forsaken by God? When God Hides His Face (Psalm 51) - Dr. Bill Cook

564

Sola Fida: Faith Alone (Galatians 2:15-21)

565

Creative (Exodus 31:1-6)

566

Abandoned By God? From Desertion to Rejoicing (Psalm 13)

567

The Great Exchange (Romans 3:21-26; Matthew 20:28)

568

Abandoned by God? The Journey from Deep Despair to Divine Favor (Psalm 5)

569

Messy Endings and New Beginnings: When Renewal Fades and the Cry for a Savior Begins (Nehemiah 13)

570

Sola Scriptura (2 Timothy 3:14-17)

571

People, Places, and Priests: Covenantal Faithfulness and Eternal Joy (Nehemiah 11 & 12)

572

The Gospel that Saves (Romans 3:21-26)

573

After the Benediction (Nehemiah 9:38-10:27)

574

Confession Is Good for the Soul (Nehemiah 9)

575

“Bring Out the Book”: When God Revives His People (Nehemiah 8)

576

Rescuing the Perishing (Matthew 18:12-14; Galatians 6:1; James 5:19-20)

577

Characteristics of a Great Work of God (Nehemiah 7)

578

God’s Will, God’s Way...Expect Opposition (Nehemiah 6)

579

Mission Accomplished: "It Is Finished!" (John 19:28-30)

580

The Final Thoughts of a Dying King: “I Thirst” (John 19:28-30; Psalm 22:1, 17-18)

581

The Sound of the Saints as We March on to Zion (Nehemiah 5)

582

Don’t Be Surprised When the Devil Strikes Back (Nehemiah 4)

583

Be a Part of Something Bigger Than Yourself: “Off to Work WE Go” (Nehemiah 3)

584

Servant-Leaders Serving the Servant-King: A Passion for God’s Glory

585

Where's the Passion (Nehemiah 2:9-10)

586

When God Moves a Mountain (Nehemiah 2:1-8)

587

Bad News from a Distant Land: Praying for the Impossible (Nehemiah 1:1-11)

588

Dark Days, a Sovereign God, and a Prepared Life (Nehemiah 1:1)

589

Reaching Out: Intercede, Invest, Invite (Vision 2017)

590

Pressing In: Loving Jesus by Loving the Church (Vision 2017)

591

Pressing In and Reaching Out: 9 Things You Need to Know about our 2017 Vision (Vision 2017)

592

The Sanctity of Human Life: We Are Who We Are because God Is Who He Is

593

God of the Impossible: The Virgin Birth, the New Birth, and You

594

Postcards from Heaven: 3 John

595

Pray Big Prayers: When God Says No

596

How to Tell a Faithful Follower from a Faithless Fraud

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A Community Grounded in the Gospel: How the Church Avoids False Teaching… Together

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Philemon: Relating to Each Other in the Household of Faith

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Pray Big Prayers: When you pray

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What Do These Stones Mean? 100 Years and Counting

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Pray Big Prayers: Lord, Save Them

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God Desires All Christians To Witness

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Big Prayers, Defining Moments, and the 'Except' Factor

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The Cross of Christ Destroys Barriers that Divide