Sermons

Growth of the Early Church, and Simon the Sorcerer

Bentonville / Van Buren, Arkansas
Given by Tom Clark
August 8, 2026

The beginning of the early Church was filled with wonder, excitement and explosive growth. But then in a moment came the horror of seeing one of the early deacons martyred and the Church had to flee from Jerusalem to avoid being thrown into prison. How could this happen when they were only trying to obey God? And then came along...

Preparing the Soil

Fort Worth, Texas
Given by Tim Smith
August 8, 2026

Just as a gardener works hard to prepare the soil for planting, so should we when it comes to serving in the congregation. The work we put in to prepare our “beds”, will serve those here now and also all those that God chooses to call into our congregation.

The Three Reads

Atlanta, Georgia
Given by Chris Leyden
August 8, 2026

Products are judged in three different steps. If we look at those measurements according to our spiritual lives, how are we doing?

When We Disagree

Houston South, Texas
Given by James Ellis
August 8, 2026

Can you disagree without being divided? This sermon explores the biblical instructions of how to navigate occasions where we may find ourselves in disagreement with one another.

A Working Partnership with God

Cleveland, Ohio
Given by Doug Johnson
August 8, 2026

Many professing Christians sincerely believe “accepting the work Jesus did for us on the Cross” is what God asks of them. Is that all that true Christianity entails? Is there little or no effort expected of true disciples of Christ? The Scriptures show something very different. Our relationship with God is actually a kind of partnership, drawing on His help and...

How Deep are Your Roots

Defuniak Springs, Florida
Given by Bruce Gore
August 8, 2026

Why are you here and not your neighbor? Have you counted the cost? Are you prepared for what we know is coming? These are questions we should all be asking ourselves.

A Man After God’s Own Heart

Nashville, Tennessee
Given by John Duncan
August 8, 2026

Are you and I becoming a man or woman after God’s own heart? The message looks at some of the character traits of King David.

Building on the Right Foundation

Orlando, Florida
Given by Tim Rickard
August 8, 2026

The theme of COGWA Youth Camps this year was "Build on the Right Foundation." In this message, I hope to leave you with some insights to consider as you and I build our spiritual foundations—foundations that are built on the rock, able to withstand the storms of life that Jesus Christ spoke of.

Positive Mental Attitude from a Spiritual Perspective

Twin Cities, Minnesota
Given by Cory Erickson
August 8, 2026

Psalms mention that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. God created and designed our mind and body to work together to help and enhance positive thinking. What is positive thinking and what are the critical aspects of a positive mental attitude from a spiritual perspective? This sermon reviews three spiritual activators that are part of the mind, part of the...

The Trial of the Century

Raleigh, North Carolina
Given by Tom Schultz
August 8, 2026

What made this trial so famous is that it was responsible for a major turning point in the American education system; but, as we will see, it was responsible for much more than that. The trial was called The Scopes Trial, or the Scopes Monkey Trial. It was a battle pitting two diametrically opposing philosophies; Creationism and Evolution.

Habits Are Habitual

Columbia, South Carolina
Given by Drew Tranquada
August 8, 2026

Recorded 08/08/2026

The Word of God - Part 2 - The Bible Is True

West Palm Beach, Florida
Given by David Jackson
August 8, 2026

John 17:17 (NKJV) 17 Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth. Sanctify or make them holy by YOUR TRUTH! YOUR Word IS TRUTH! With this understanding, we are beginning to touch the divine because these concepts cannot be claimed by mankind. When Jesus Christ says that God's Word IS truth, that is a claim that only God can absolutely make;...

When I Am Weak and When I am Strong

Louisville, Kentucky
Given by Vince Winner
August 8, 2026

We all have seasons of strength and weakness. This message explores what attitudes and responsibilities are required of us in each of these seasons.

One Blood, One Family

St. Louis, Missouri
Given by Mark Whynaucht
August 8, 2026

One day every barrier will disappear. Every prejudice will be forgotten. Every nation will willingly submit to Jesus Christ, and every human being who accepts God's way will stand together as brothers and sisters in His everlasting Kingdom. Until that day arrives, may we strive to see every person as God sees them—not first by race, nationality or culture, but a...

Satan - Part 2: What He Cannot Do

Springfield, Missouri
Given by Nathan Willoughby
August 8, 2026

This message is the second part in a three part series examination into the subject of our enemy, Satan the Devil. Part 2: "What He Cannot Do".