Sermons from the East Texas congregation

Prepare the Bride: Behind the Numbers

Given by James Ellis
May 27, 2023

The Church is being prepared to be the Bride of Christ. What qualities is He looking for in a wife, and what application might this provide for each one of us individually?

Are We the Children of the Bondwoman or of the Free?

Given by Steve McNeely
May 13, 2023

The love of God the Father and Jesus Christ frees us -- frees us from what? To determine the answer to this question, let's compare the lives of Hagar and Sarah.

Holy Spirit: Our Source of Peace

Given by Ken Treybig
April 29, 2023

I don’t want to focus on Pentecost today, but I do want to focus on an aspect of the Holy Spirit. There is a very important benefit it brought to people in the Bible—both the OT and NT. And that benefit is available to us, today, as well.

Between the Bookends and Beyond

Given by James Ellis
April 15, 2023

We've just completed another year of observing the Feast of Unleavened Bread. What are the takeaways and what should we do now?

Messages to the Seven Churches

Given by John Trotter
April 12, 2023

A review of Revelation 2 and 3 with an emphasis on the exhortation to faithfulness.

Spiritual Lessons From the Exodus

Given by Ken Treybig
April 12, 2023

What does God want us to learn from Israel HAVING, but not accurately DOING God’s instructions, as He said in 1Cor 10? Are there things we can learn from the Exodus, which took place as the Days of Unleavened Bread were starting that year? Let’s review the story.

The Risks of Routine

Given by James Ellis
April 6, 2023

The First Day of Unleavened Bread is a holy convocation, and it has become our routine to observe it year after year. As we keep the Feast this year, what sort of dangers should we be mindful of?

The Battle for Our Mind

Given by Scott Hammer
April 1, 2023

Our amazing brain, The Mind and it's influences. The mind of God. Mind, Heart, Spirit relationship. Controlling your thoughts -- Passover, examining our mind. Battle for our minds -- Satan's devices. The mind of Christ our goal. Holy Spirit the ultimate controller of our thoughts/actions.

For the Love of Family

Given by Ken Treybig
March 25, 2023

I’m sure most of us in the Church are familiar with the parable of the Prodigal Son. In the Church, we’ve even written about it. So, you probably realize it has a connection to Passover. However, I want to review the parable today with a focus on Passover principles and lessons.

What Do You Mean Blotted Out?

Given by James Ellis
March 11, 2023

An exploration of Peter's statement in Acts 3:19.

I, Me, My

Given by Scott Hammer
February 25, 2023

Is it all about Me? Am I the center of my universe? Selfish vs Selfless. Narcissism -- what are the traits and do we carry any of these traits. God's Word has a lot to say on the subject.

Mr. Almost

Given by James Ellis
February 11, 2023

In this message, we will explore a phrase that's recorded in Hebrews chapter 6 -- "Let us go on to perfection." What did the author mean by this statement, and what application might we draw from it as we prepare to observe the spring festivals? Who is Mr. Almost and what does he have to do with it?

Passover Lessons from Shimei

Given by Ken Treybig
February 4, 2023

The story of Shimei is about intrigue and treason in government, personal betrayal, a harrowing escape, verbal abuse, restoration and forgiveness. Let’s review this saga in the life of King David to see what lessons we might learn from his experience and how they may play a part in our NT Passover observance.

Learn to Be Positive and Optimistic Even When Life Is Hard

Given by Steve McNeely
January 28, 2023

There is a direct connection between our brain and our health. People who are positive live longer, happier lives. We can all learn to think more positively. After all God has a wonderful future in mind for us.

Preventing Colony Collapse Disorder

Given by James Ellis
January 7, 2023

Within the last 20 years, the European honey bee has begun to suffer from an ailment known as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD.) In this message, we'll draw out some parallels between the beehive and our family environment, as well as touch on some protective measures that should be taken to prevent CCD.