Sermons from the East Texas congregation

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.

Self Talk

Given by Mike Machin
December 30, 2023

What and how we identify forms our thoughts. Our thoughts drive our actions. We must draw our identity from God.

G.O.A.T. Commandment 2

Given by Ken Treybig
December 16, 2023

We discussed the FIRST G.O.A.T. commandment of loving God with all your heart, all your soul and all your mind last time. That’s TALL order. Today, let’s explore the SECOND G.O.A.T. commandment in Mat 21:38-29.

G.O.A.T. Commandment 1

Given by Ken Treybig
December 2, 2023

There are many GOAT (greatest of all time) athletes. Does God have and GOAT issues other than His Son? Let's review what Jesus said were the GOAT of the commandments.