Sermons from the Austin, Texas congregation

Our Unique Beliefs

Austin, TX
Given by Clay Mills
August 1, 2026

As a group, we take belief in and worship of God very seriously. We hold that belief and practice must come from and stand on Scripture, not speculation or man-made theories. A number of our beliefs and practices are at variance with those commonly held by other professing Christian churches. What is important is not the uniqueness of our beliefs. ...

Learning to Meditate

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
July 18, 2026

Meditation is one of the tools in our spiritual toolbox. But tools don't automatically come with skills. After previously asking what Biblical meditaion really is and why we should do it, this sermon focusses on how. It identifies four categories that can help us sort instruction on meditation into meaningful and actionable guidance.

What is Biblical Meditation?

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
July 11, 2026

We all know what meditation is not. But do you know what mediation actually is? Could you clearly explain it to someone else? What does meditation require of us, and what does it accomplish in us?

Liberty

Austin, TX
Given by Clay Mills
July 4, 2026

The Liberty Bell located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has cast into it a passage from Leviticus 25:10, "Proclaim Liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof.” What is the context of this scripture? What does God say in His word about liberty—freedom? This sermon explores the concept of liberty and its requirements as discussed in God’s word.

Considering Creation, Awakening Awe

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
June 27, 2026

When we look closely at our Creator’s handiwork, we can feel the type of awe that leads us to glorify God and give thanks to Him; awe that brings joy and comfort in a chaotic world. This sermon marvels at astonishing creatures and designs that reveal His majesty, highlighting the incredible truth that creation is still declaring the glory of G...

God's Word Is His!

Austin, TX
Given by Corbin Jackson
June 20, 2026

More than examining a fundamental belief, this split sermon challenges each of us to wrestle with a question. “Why do you believe in the Bible?” It presents a four-word frame for sustaining our faith in scripture. This frame helps us understand what the scriptures are and what they do. It explains why the Bible is alive, a light, and a r...

How Well Are We Building Our Ark?

Austin, TX
Given by Ariel Rosales
June 20, 2026

Noah faced what many would have felt was an impossible assignment. However, he worked faithfully in a hostile world as an age-ending deadline approached. His example of obedience and perseverance offers incredible lessons for us today. This split sermon examines Noah’s environment, his assignment, and the faith that sustained him through decades of preparation for an unseen future event that h...

Do You Know the True Gospel?

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
June 13, 2026

Could you clearly explain the true gospel if someone asked? This sermon explains why there are false gospels, why the true gospel is always under attack, and how our beliefs work together as a connected system, not just an isolated set of separate doctrines. It highlights our need to understand, defend, preserve, and teach the gospel that Christ preached.

Feeling Our Need for God

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
June 6, 2026

What do we do when we feel pain, dissatisfaction, or insufficiency? This message combines examples from the Old and New Testaments with a look at fasting as a spiritual tool. It shows why we so often try to meet spiritual needs with our own resources, and how to turn to God instead.

Amidst a Divine Work

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
May 23, 2026

Ephesians 4 is a call to action. Do we know why Paul, before he tells the Church what to do, spends three chapters reminding us what the Father is already doing? God is choosing, reconciling, building, fitting together, and strengthening. He is creating something entirely new. This message explores the Church as a living creation project under active construction through the...

God's Love In Action

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
May 9, 2026

This sermon examines godly love using examples from Jesus Christ’s ministry, observing that love is best understood through actions rather than abstract definitions. It identifies five recurring patterns in how Jesus treated people drawing parallels between Christ’s sacrificial love and the attentive, protective care often demonstrated by parents, especially mothers. In the life of Jesus we see the fruit of God...

How Do We Participate in God's Work?

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
April 25, 2026

This sermon looks at four familiar Bible stories in order to notice the lessons God teaches us about what it means to engage as co-workers with Him.

Called Out and Called Toward

Austin, TX
Given by Clay Mills
April 8, 2026

This message looks at what it means to be called out and led forward by God. Israel experienced God’s work without understanding it. With His Spirit, we have been given the ability to see what God is doing. That understanding brings responsibility. It shapes how we respond to difficulty, how we endure, and how we move forward from sin toward G...

Leaven vs. Fermentation: The Real Symbol for Sin

Austin, TX
Given by Nick Slaughter
April 8, 2026

By exploring the unique nature of fermentation in dough, this message uncovers why sin starts so easily, spreads so quickly, and inevitably leads to ruin. Understanding the symbol sharpens our motivation to take action.

A Stewardship for Each One

Austin, TX
Given by James Mills
April 4, 2026

This message looks at the account of Abraham’s servant sent to find a wife for Isaac and considers what it reveals about stewardship. It examines the historical role of a steward, someone entrusted with real authority to act on behalf of the master, and follows the servant’s actions in Genesis 24. This fascinating analysis walks through what resources have been entrusted to ...