Sermons from the East Texas congregation

Love vs Law?

Given by Ken Treybig
December 31, 2022

I recently spoke on HOPE. The WFW theme focused on FAITH, so it seemed appropriate for me to talk about love today. Paul’s statement in 1Cor 13 said that the greatest of faith, hope and love was love. So let’s talk about LOVE today—godly love—and it’s relationship to law. Are they contradictory?

Drawing From the Well

Given by James Ellis
December 17, 2022

What do the scriptures have to say about wells? What did they represent and what purpose did they serve? Within the answers to these questions lies some important application for us.

Hope: Our Spiritual Anchor

Given by Ken Treybig
December 3, 2022

Let’s talk about hope today. We heard a sermon about faith last week, and that topic is closely related to hope. In fact, I see these are deeply intertwined topics. Regardless of our age—young or old—how does hope help combat despair for those of us in the Church? What do we Christians hope FOR?

Gambling

Given by James Ellis
November 19, 2022

What behavior is expected of a Christian in regards to gambling, and what does God's word have to say on this subject?

God's Government of Peace

Given by Ken Treybig
November 12, 2022

Today let’s look at some of the reasons humans cannot stop fighting—from God’s perspective. President Reagan is quoted as saying, “Government is not the solution to our problem. Government IS the problem.” So even some humans seem to agree.

Living Sacrifices

Given by James Ellis
October 22, 2022

We've just returned home from keeping the Feast of Tabernacles and Last Great Day with increased motivation and focused vision. Let's reflect upon what these days represent and what our response should be towards this vision. Do you see the need and will you respond to that need?

The Uniqueness of Atonement

Given by James Ellis
October 5, 2022

The Day of Atonement is very different from the other festivals. In this message we will review some unique aspects to this Holy Day and discuss why it is important to understand these things.

Marxism or the Book of Life

Given by Mike Machin
October 1, 2022

The world is quickly changing for the worse. Why? Still God's plan moves forward.

The Light of Christ

Given by Scott Hammer
September 26, 2022

Jesus Christ returns to bring light to this dark world replacing the evil that Satan has brought on all of mankind. Jesus returns to restore all things to a Godly state after the world endures "The Day Of The Lord". Eph. 2:1-2, I Tim, 2:3-4, Matt. 4.

Trumpets: Alarm and Celebration

Given by Ken Treybig
September 26, 2022

We glean very little about the meaning of the Feast of Trumpets from the OT except that they can signify war or celebration. Why do we, in the NT era, have so much appreciation of and so much anticipation for the Feast of Trumpets? What part of this day’s fulfillment do you look forward to the most?

The Crown, the Orb, and the Sceptre

Given by John Flynn
September 24, 2022

At the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on Monday, Sept 19, there was considerable focus on the Imperial State crown, the orb, and the sceptre as symbols of her rulership. Message will focus on these symbols in the Bible with a view toward crowns and coronation at the fulfillment of the Feast of Trumpets.

Pigeons and the Plan of God

Given by James Ellis
September 17, 2022

What do pigeons have to do with the plan of God? There’s much more to a pigeon than you may have ever realized. Let’s draw out some comparisons that we can apply to ourselves as we observe the annual Holy Days.

Fall Feasts and Completion

Given by Ken Treybig
September 10, 2022

Today I want to rehearse some of the ‘big picture’ lessons we learn from God’s feasts—and particularly the fall festivals we’re about to observe. Mr. Franks gave an overview in his member letter this week. But I want to add another dimension to the fall festivals—how they signify ‘completion’.

The God Who Sees

Given by Mike Machin
August 27, 2022

While trials and test can be difficult what happens to us is something beautiful. God being the master potter.

What Would Building the Temple Mean to You?

Given by James Ellis
August 20, 2022

“What would building the Holy Temple mean to you?” This question was recently asked of a variety of people walking along the streets of Israel, bringing to light an ambitious project being planned. How might we associate this project with end-time events, and what should we do with this information?