Sermons from the Castle Rock, Colorado congregation

Introduction to Galatians

Given by Greg Sargent
February 1, 2025

The book of Galatians is used to prove Christians are not saved by obeying God’s law. The apostle Paul introduces us in chapter one to three main themes that God expands in the rest of Galatians to prove otherwise—Christ’s died for sin; the gospel of Christ was perverted and the truth about faith.

Complain and Worry or Sigh and Cry?

Given by Greg Sargent
January 4, 2025

We can complain about anything, any time, anywhere! But do we know that God doesn’t consider us His children if we practice complaining. Are we doing what God requires—sighing and crying over the sins of the world, vexing our hearts daily with a desire for God’s kingdom to come?

Danger of Complacency

Given by Robert Harvey
December 21, 2024

Studies were conducted to determine why America was vulnerable and caught off guard by the attack on Pearl Harbor. There were several factors, but one word that came to the surface several times was complacency. That is the state the world will find itself in, leading up to the Great Tribulation and that is a description of the general condition...

The Idolatry of the Solstice

Given by Greg Sargent
December 21, 2024

It’s no surprise to church members that Christmas is an idolatrous, pagan sun-worship festival. That knowledge in itself may not be of any benefit to us now. So we need to ask ourselves, “In what way am I committing idolatry? Perhaps in more ways than we think.

Is Obedience to the 10 Commandments Necessary for Salvation

Given by Greg Sargent
December 14, 2024

From the world that was before the flood to this very present day, the problem has been four words—disobedience to God’s law. To question whether obedience to the 10 Commandments is necessary for salvation seems ridiculous unless we remember the flight from the truth in the early 1990s. Why is it we would never consider taking a stop sign down before an ...

Lessons From Pearl Harbor

Given by Larry Neff
December 7, 2024

Get all the facts, seek advice from those closer to situation, but consider credibility of source, stay up to date on developments.

Attitude of Gratitude

Given by David Gatley
November 23, 2024

The attitude of the world around us is one of what "I want." The Bible tells us that the attitude at the end time would be one of unthankfulness. We need to ask ourselves if we are thankful, including being thankful for trials.

Prayer—What We Might Be Missing

Given by Greg Sargent
September 21, 2024

Prayer is what we must *always* be doing, plus we must be *instant* in prayer. But what categories of Christ’s outline prayer in Matthew 6 are you and I *failing* to give enough attention to?

The Sabbath IS a Holy Convocation

Given by Greg Sargent
September 14, 2024

Several *Daily Bible Verses* in September 2024 were on the subject of the Sabbath. This sermon defines the following words you find in the Old and New Testament: convocation; assembly, forsake and exhort. Could you be heading toward the unpardonable sin?

Why We Don’t Keep All Old Testament Laws

Given by Larry Neff
September 7, 2024

In this Bible study we will cover 7 reasons why we don’t or cannot observe every O.T. law under the administration of the new covenant.

Fellowship and the Mystery of the Ages

Given by Greg Sargent
September 7, 2024

We are commanded to assemble on the Sabbath for two reasons: being taught and fellowshipping. When we understand the Mystery of the Ages, we better understand why we must fellowship every Sabbath.

The Message of the New Testament

Given by Greg Sargent
August 24, 2024

The Bible is separated into two basic sections, the Old Testament (Covenant) and the New Testament (Covenant). The Old Covenant is a type of the new—Moses leads Israel out of Egypt toward the promised land after which God gives Israel the 10 Commandment covenant. Fulfillment of the type—Jesus Christ in the four gospels preaches the promise of God’s kingdom after which the r...

Lessons From Hezekiah

Given by Greg Sargent
August 10, 2024

Rarely do you find this many verses concerning the life of a biblical figure as this King of Judah—Hezekiah. Following are three lessons we can learn from reading his life’s story: 1) Don’t blame your parents; you have a choice, 2) God gave your enemies their victories; He can also take their strength way and 3) Prospering too much can make us proud.

The Beatitudes of Revelation

Given by Robert Harvey
August 10, 2024

Many people are familiar with the Beatitudes. Most would be surprised to know there are beatitudes in the book of Revelation. In this study, there is a review of what a beatitude actually is and then we go through the ones that are found in Revelation.

Love Is Not

Given by Greg Sargent
August 3, 2024

The Bible tells us what love is! Fulfilling the characteristics we find in Galatians 5 is important. Equally important is to recognize what *love is not*.