Sermons from the East Texas congregation

These Things

Given by John Trotter
March 12, 2021

An exploration of the concluding verse in John 16 about "these things" of which Jesus Christ spoke the night of the New Testament Passover

Examining Ourselves

Given by Ken Treybig
March 6, 2021

What do we examine for in pre-Passover examination? Since the word carries an expectation that we’ll find something, what is it exactly that we’re looking to find? In the passage in 2Cor 13 Paul references Christ being in us—but what specifically does that look like?

When Is Passover?

Given by Ken Treybig
February 13, 2021

If Passover is on the 14th, why the big controversy over the timing of Passover? Many of us may just look at the calendar produced by the Church and leave it at that. One can do that, but there are some legitimate questions that arise, so let’s explore those today.

Hypocrisy

Given by John Trotter
January 16, 2021

An examination of hypocrisy by looking at events in the life of Joseph and his family.

The Fervant Prayer: Praying With Intensity

Given by Scott Hammer
January 9, 2021

God promises to listen to fervant prayers. We have plenty to be fervant about these days!

The Household of God

Given by Ken Treybig
January 2, 2021

What does this phrase Paul used, “the household of God” in Eph 2:19 mean to you? It had a very powerful impact on the mixed congregation there in Ephesus. What can we learn and use TODAY from the timeless wisdom God shared through the pen of the Apostle Paul when he wrote this around 59 or 60 AD?

Our Relationship With God's Will

Given by James Ellis
December 19, 2020

The accounts of two women in scripture can help us reflect upon our relationship with God's will. How might we determine His will, and how will we react to it?

The Kingdom Is Like…

Given by Ken Treybig
December 12, 2020

At the Feast we always hear a lot about the Kingdom. How did Jesus describe it? Twelve times He said "the Kingdom is like..." and seven of those are in Matthew 13. Let's review those to get HIS perspective on the Kingdom.

Trials and the Christian

Given by Ken Treybig
November 21, 2020

Let’s talk about trials today and see if we can make some sense out of why Christians have them when God says He’s our loving protector. How can we ‘count it all joy’ when we have trials as James 1 tells us?

Hope During Adversity

Given by Steve McNeely
November 7, 2020

The story of a tanker split in two and the rescue of the men trapped on the stern yields some lessons about hope in adversity. What are the specifics we hope for?

Renewal and God's Feasts

Given by Ken Treybig
October 31, 2020

We have now completed the fall feasts and it's a good time to talk about 'renewal' which means "restored to freshness, vigor or perfection". A synonym is "revival" which means "to restore or renew".

Hold Fast!

Given by John Trotter
October 17, 2020

After the Feast, encouragement to hold fast in pivotal areas of Christian living.

How Important Is Atonement?

Given by Scott Hammer
September 28, 2020

Atonement is the Precursor for Setting up the Kingdom of God. Removal of Sin Through Reconciliation with Jesus Christ. Banishment of Satan. A New High Priest -- Jesus Christ.

Atonement and Revelation 20

Given by Ken Treybig
September 26, 2020

Today let’s walk through how we KNOW that what Paul was explaining in 2Cor is what the Day of Atonement is about. We’ll also look at WHY we see Rev 20:1-3 as depicting literal events that relate to the Feast called “Atonement” and not just allegory as modern Christianity believes.

Trumpets: Greatest Turning Point in Human History

Given by Ken Treybig
September 19, 2020

The Feast of Trumpets pictures events that will make all other 'turning points in history' pale into insignificance. It's the time God Himself intervenes directly and visibly in human affairs.