Sermons from the East Texas congregation

The Cornerstone

East Texas
Given by Rod Gehrke
August 1, 2026

Cornerstones have been an important part of building throughout history. Jesus Christ is called a cornerstone. What is the purpose of a cornerstone?

Hold Fast to Weather the Sin Storm

East Texas
Given by James Richards
July 25, 2026

The end times bring an increase in lawlessness. We need to hold fast to God's laws in order to avoid the deception that comes with the lawlessness. Let's set a framework to allow is to hold fast to what is good and avoid being deceived.

In the Tomb

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
July 18, 2026

Christ’s resurrection is given as the main reason Christian churches today worship on Sunday on many of the websites I saw. They say that is when Christ rose from the dead. Let’s explore the topic of Christ’s resurrection today. It may be ‘old hat’ to most of us, but it’s really a crucial point.

God Has A Time Schedule

East Texas
Given by Mike Machin
July 11, 2026

God has a plan and knows when He will intervene. Our job is to watch and remain faithful.

Our Greatest Independence

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
July 4, 2026

Today is the celebration of the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago. What parallels can we draw from America’s Declaration of Independence that apply to us as NT Christians, who we are told are citizens of the Kingdom of God?

An Important Lesson from Ancient Manasseh

East Texas
Given by David Treybig, Sr.
June 20, 2026

On July 4, 2026 the U.S. will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In this sermon, we will review a short history of the tribe of Manasseh, the tribe whose descendants largely represent the United States, and derive an important lesson for us today.

Patience in Trials

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
June 13, 2026

In Luke 21:19 what is it about patience that was so important in Jesus’ mind that He said it would gain us our lives, to use the ESV (English Standard Version) translation? Patience does not appear in Paul’s list of fruit of the spirit in Galatians 5, yet Jesus says it’s crucial.

David: A Case Study of a Circumcised Heart

East Texas
Given by James Richards
May 24, 2026

The Day of Pentecost depicts the giving of a measure of Holy Spirit to God's people. The Holy Spirit teaches us characteristics to develop a circumcised heart. In this message, we examine five characteristics David exemplified which are present in a person with a circumcised heart.

True Christianity and Pentecost

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
May 24, 2026

Let’s give the description of true Christianity some thought on this special day that commemorates the founding of God’s true New Testament Church on the Pentecost of AD 31.

God's Love Through Covenants And Promises

East Texas
Given by Mike Machin
May 23, 2026

God has made various covenants and promises. Each shows His love and His interest in bettering our lives.

The Mystery of Marriage and the Church

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
May 16, 2026

The Church will marry Christ. But is there more to the story? Paul calls it a great mystery, implying an awesome, tremendous truth. Can we dig a little further into this connection between human marriage and that incredible marriage in the spirit realm when the Church is changed to spirit and marries Christ?

Is Ambition The Enemy Of Contentment?

East Texas
Given by Steve McNeely
May 9, 2026

There seems to be a need to find a balance between ambition and contentment in life. But the Bible shows it can be done. Paul is a great example of that.

Our Deferred Reward

East Texas
Given by Rod Gehrke
April 18, 2026

God does not offer instant gratification in our physical lives but tells us we will suffer hardships on our path to His promised rewards.

What God Sees is Needed

East Texas
Given by Mike Machin
April 11, 2026

We each have a perspective of ourselves, but what we really need is God's perspective. We need to understand three points to gain God's perspective.

God Is Faithful

East Texas
Given by Ken Treybig
April 8, 2026

Let’s focus this morning on the total dependability of the God family today—their constancy—their steady, reliable, tried-and-true trustworthiness. And let’s contrast that to one of the lessons of this season—that we humans need to change, pictured by the need to remove spiritual leaven.