Sermons from the Austin, Texas congregation

But You....

Austin, Texas
Given by Clay Mills
September 5, 2026

Beginning with His very first words in the Olivet prophecy, “Take heed that no one deceives you,” Jesus Christ repeatedly warned in that message about deceivers and deception. Scripture records that there have been repeated false prophets, false apostles, and deceivers trying to draw God’s people away from their calling and relationship with God. This sermon examines seven strategies to he...

Why Do We Keep the Feast?

Austin, Texas
Given by Nick Slaughter
August 29, 2026

At Mount Sinai, Israel was afraid of God but God said they did not fear Him. How can that be? What does it actually mean to fear God; and why would God choose the Feast of Tabernacles, a time of abundance, rejoicing, travel, good food, and second tithe, as the setting for learning it? This messages explores three different paths...

What We Might Miss in Prayer

Austin, Texas
Given by Nick Slaughter
August 15, 2026

Sometimes we can miss things that seem obvious once we notice them. This sermon examines three areas of prayer where we might be overlooking things that matter. It considers Who we are talking to, how we approach Him and common barriers to prayer. What did Jesus teach and how do His roles and assignments to reveal the Father and preach...

Our Unique Beliefs

Austin, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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, Texas
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...