Sermons from the East Texas congregation

The Godhead

Given by Ken Treybig
July 19, 2025

The development of fingers and toes in a fetus make for a fascinating study, defying the idea of evolution. We have a fundamental belief that covers the topic of the Godhead. It’s been about a decade since I covered any of these, which means we have some preteens and teens who have probably not heard a sermon on these. Let’s tal...

Strategies for Increasing Self-Control

Given by Steve McNeely
July 12, 2025

Self-control is a fruit of God's Spirit. How can we build more of it in our lives?

Along Our Path to Ultimate Freedom

Given by Ken Treybig
July 5, 2025

There were a LOT of moving pieces that led to the final fulfillment of the colonies receiving their independence from Britain some 7 years later with the Treaty of Paris. We Christians look for freedom from death—the ultimate enemy. What parallels can we draw?

Three Basic Foundations

Given by Rod Gehrke
June 28, 2025

What foundational truths would you start with to teach people in the Millennium or the White Throne Judgment? Here are three very basic foundations everyone will need to learn very quickly.

What Will Your Legacy Be?

Given by Ken Treybig
June 14, 2025

Organizational legacy is important in the Church of God. Today, I’d like us to consider legacy from a personal perspective—not corporate or organizational legacy. What will remain in the minds of those who knew you after you die? What will your legacy be?

God's Work Today

Given by Mike Machin
June 1, 2025

We are First Fruits. Devoted and Dedicated to God and we are to be holy.

Navigation and the Holy Spirit

Given by Ken Treybig
June 1, 2025

The magnetic compass revolutionized ancient shipping. Magnetism and the Holy Spirit are both invisible. What can we learn from the parallels between the two?

How The Holy Spirit Mentors Us And Leads Us To Mentor Others

Given by Steve McNeely
May 31, 2025

How the Holy Spirit works with us.

Become Friends of God

Given by Scott Hammer
May 24, 2025

Importance of friends. A friend is.....Bible examples of friends of God. How we can become a friend of God.

Challenges for End-Time Christians

Given by Ken Treybig
May 17, 2025

God is faithful and enduring. His core values and characteristics will never change. We know He wants to add us to His family. What does He require of us in order for Him to be willing to bless us with sonship in His family forever?

Gifts Seniors Can Give To Younger Christians

Given by Steve McNeely
May 10, 2025

What are things that older members can do that are helpful to younger members?

Dealing With the Whirlwinds of Life

Given by Mike Blackwell
May 3, 2025

As Christians we all face various problems at different times of our lives. What can we do to withstand those difficult times that sometimes blow into our path in life?

The Great Benefit of Being Redeemed

Given by Rod Gehrke
April 26, 2025

What exactly does it mean to be redeemed, and what benefit is there to being redeemed?

Lessons From Bread

Given by Ken Treybig
April 19, 2025

God says eating unleavened "bread of affliction" was to remind Israel of when they were freed from captivity and left Egypt. Let’s talk about bread today—leavened bread and unleavened bread, looking at some properties of physical bread and some unique features of yeast. What spiritual lessons can we see?

Forgiveness Is Freedom

Given by Scott Hammer
April 19, 2025

To be forgiven become a forgiver. How much forgiveness is required? Seven dangers of unforgiveness. Forgiveness isn't fair. Actionable ways to deal with forgiveness issues. Forgiveness is Freedom.