Sermons from the East Texas congregation

Family Rules!

Given by Steve McNeely
May 4, 2024

God loves family and is adding to His. We should treasure our physical family.

Walking in Newness of Life

Given by John Trotter
April 29, 2024

As the Days of Unleavened Bread draw to a close, let's continue to focus on our spiritual journey, continue putting sin out of our lives, and walking in newness of life spiritually.

Avoiding Spiritual Shipwreck

Given by Ken Treybig
April 29, 2024

Today I want to talk about lessons we can draw from the tragedy of the RMS Titanic. There were a number of critical mistakes that led to the disaster, and DUB reminds us how sin can make us suffer spiritual shipwreck unless we root it out of life.

Old Testament Examples

Given by John Trotter
April 27, 2024

An examination of Old Testament examples of the 5 areas the Apostle Paul cautioned Corinthian Christians about which are examples for our admonition.

The Journey-Mile Markers

Given by Scott Hammer
April 23, 2024

Lessons we can learn for our spiritual journey from the physical journey of ancient Israel.

Lessons From Judas

Given by Ken Treybig
April 13, 2024

Today I would like to focus on the person we often think of as perhaps the worst villain, if not near the top of everyone’s list, in the story of Jesus’ death, Judas Iscariot. Let’s look at his story and see if there are some lessons we can learn.

Our Perspective on Self-Examination

Given by John Trotter
March 30, 2024

Encouragement to focus on self-examination as part of embracing the process of spiritual growth and maturity.

Passover: The Pearl of God's Feasts

Given by Ken Treybig
March 9, 2024

As we draw closer to the start of God’s annual festival cycle, I can’t help but think about the connection between the pearl of great price and the value of Passover—the start and the core of God’s plan of salvation. Let’s look at some of those connections today.

The Genuineness of Your Faith

Given by Ken Treybig
February 24, 2024

What is the “genuineness of faith” that Peter writes about in 1Pet 1:7? How can faith NOT be genuine? What does non-genuine faith look like? Does God give is any examples in the Bible for us to analyze and learn from so we know what we need to do?

He Sacrificed Everything for Others - What Should We Do for Him?

Given by Steve McNeely
February 17, 2024

Christ's sacrifice provides us with incredible benefits.

Courage in a Fearful World

Given by Scott Hammer
February 10, 2024

Fear is the enemy. Examples of courage. God's promises. Stand, armor up. Our reward.

Biblical Principles of Finance

Given by Ken Treybig
February 3, 2024

In 1973, Howard Dayton, a successful businessman found 2,350 Scriptures that talk about money and its use. Only 500 verses relate to faith and prayer. His conclusion was that our attitude toward money is an indication of where our heart is with God. Will we turn to our wallet or worship when we look for security?Let’s talk about money today.

Are We Righteous in God's Eyes?

Given by Mike Machin
January 27, 2024

Being righteous in the eyes of God is what we should care about. Mankind has their own views. Judgements must be made. Distinctions must be made.

Dreams: Helping Make Sense of a Crazy World

Given by Ken Treybig
January 20, 2024

Let’s talk about dreams today—not the “I dream of marrying a ‘dreamboat’ kind—the literal ones. It’s something very common to us humans. What does God say about them And are they still relevant to use as Christians? Can they help us today—in the 21st century?

Harnessing Our Desires

Given by Scott Hammer
January 6, 2024

Focus our desires on God. Good and bad examples of proper desires and consequences. Pitfalls to avoid and desires to embrace. Ultimate goal -- the Kingdom.