Today we present the question and answer session from Richard Bunner’s presentation on the providence of God.
Does God direct every circumstance in our lives? Today we present evangelist Richard Bunner’s sermon on the providence of God.
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Today we present the question and answer session from evangelist Bruce Roebuck’s presentation on ‘Lascviousness’.
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In today’s sermon evangelist Bruce Roebuck gives a sobering assessment of lasciviousness and how it threatens to infiltrate our lives.
“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness…” (Galatians 5:19)
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Today we present the question and answer session following evangelist Defrance’s presentation on the issue of homosexuality. Please enjoy!
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Homosexuality is nothing new in this sinful world in which we live. Indeed, some 4000 years ago the great patriarch Abraham stood before the Lord pleading with God to spare the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19). We stand in a similar place today while the judgment of God awaits just beyond the horizon to strike a fallen humanity.
In this enlightening sermon brother Defrance teaches: “The vital truth I want you to understand from this, is that the church can not only succeed but it can thrive in a wicked world that does not share its ethical convictions. We should not be ringing our hands and saying ‘look what the world is coming to’, we should be going out and bringing the message of Jesus Christ who has come and is coming again to this lost and dying world.”
Today we present the question and answer session that followed Smith Biben’s sermon “Do Not Swear At All.” Also, in the interest of discussion, we offer evangelist Mike Criswell’s commentary on the same verses (Matthew 5:33-37). Brother Criswell offers a slightly different interpretation than does brother Bibens. If you enjoy Mike’s exposition of this scripture, consider ordering his brand new commentary on Matthew from which these comments are excerpted. You can order the commentary from Allen Bailey’s website, GospelPreaching.com.
Today we post evangelist Smith Biben’s study on “Swear Not At All.” Is it wrong for a Christian to make an oath of allegiance or swear to to tell the truth in a court of law? What about the marriage vow? Can a Christian casually say ‘I swear’ in everyday conversation? These questions and others are considered in this study!
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Today we post the Q and A session which followed Glen Osburn’s presentation on Ephesians 4. You might want to grab a dictionary and look up the term ‘asynchronous!’ We hope you enjoy!
In this week’s sermon from the 2012 Mid-Missouri Study, evangelist Glen Osburn considers spiritual unity. Is ‘unity in diversity’ a Biblical concept? How are Christians to be united in Christ? Can we give verbal assent to ‘unity’ and then continue to believe and practice different things? If you are interested in these questions please listen to this wonderful sermon!
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Today we follow-up Jerry Dickinson’s sermon about angels with the ‘question and answer’ session that followed his presentation.
For many years now the religious world has been obsessed with angels, yet very few truly understand what angels are and what they do. In this thrilling sermon, evangelist Jerry Dickinson gives us an overview of “The Work of Angels.” Also, stay tuned to Christian Landmark this week for the Q&A that followed Jerry’s presentation.
Today’s ‘Friday Followup’ is by evangelist Shahe Gergian who takes a look at another topical Biblical subject.
Can a priest forgive sins by providing absolution to the penitent? What does the Bible have to say about the forgiveness of sins? We hope you enjoy this important article!
Today we present the first sermon from the 2012 Mid-Missouri Study. At the end of this sermon by evangelist Mike Criswell is a thought-provoking Q & A session. We hope you enjoy!
Starting on Monday April 2, 2012, Christian Landmark will proudly begin presenting videos from the Rice Road Church of Christ 2012 Mid-Missouri Preacher’s Study. During this week of study (which occurred March 11-16th), ten preachers from around the country presented interesting and needed Bible topics. Today, we offer this sneak peak into the upcoming series. Please share this video with your friends!
In last week’s post we considered God’s plan for dealing with doubt. As we observed, doubts unsettled can carry in them the seeds of apostasy and unbelief. It should be the regular practice of the Christian, in times of strength and conviction to study and read God’s word to fortify your faith.
One of the most important ways that this is done is by studying the identity of the New Testament church and comparing the church of which we are members with its blueprint and pattern. In this marvelous compilation Evangelist Ronny Wade makes a convincing case that the church of Christ is the very church we read about in the Bible.
If you are a member of the church of Christ I recommend that you read and carefully consider the points made in this article. There are many religious organizations whose names, beliefs and practices can be traced no further back than some theologian in the middle ages, or in some cases more recently! What a blessing to be a member of the only church that can trace its make-up and justify its every teaching and practice with a “thus saith the Lord.”
If you are not a member of the church of Christ I recommend you also take your Bible and consider these things in light of God’s Word. The Bible says that Jesus Christ built a church (Matt. 16:18), He is the savior of that church (Eph. 5:23) and purchased it with His own blood. (Acts 20:28) We can not afford to doubt whether or not we are a part of it!
May God bless us all in our search for His truth! – Clint De France
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Several of the greatest Bible figures of all time struggled with doubt. We often equate doubt with unbelief, but this is not accurate. Not too long after heralding the acclamation to Jesus, ”Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1:29),” John the Baptizer inquired in regards to Jesus, “are You the Coming One, or do we look for another?” (Matthew 11:3) Evangelist Clint De France delivers a very helpful sermon on how we can deal with doubt.
For this week’s Friday follow-up we are excited to share with you an article from the 1973 Oklahoma New Year meeting conducted by M. Lynwood Smith. The theme of the meeting was “The Church – Still it Stands”. In considering last weeks sermon by Paul Nichols, “Why I am A Member of The Church of Christ” and Bruce Roebuck’s recent, “The First Day of the Week” I thought it would be appropriate to share this article from that great meeting.
Today many people are denying the importance of replicating New Testament Christianity and are opting instead to pursue the modern inventions and innovations of men. Recently a great attack has been directed against the very subject that brother Roebuck addressed on Monday, the sanctity and significance of the first day of the week. In this article brother Irvin Barnes will offer support to the defense of the Lord’s Day. We hope you enjoy and are benefited by this study.
- Clint De France
How important to the Christian is the first day of the week? Is it a special day, or can it be treated just like any other day? Bruce Roebuck addresses this vital question in today’s sermon!
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Is there only one church that Jesus built? Evangelist Paul Nichols addresses this question in a sermon entitled ‘Why I am a member of the church of Christ.”
“One day Jesus is going to present His church to Himself. He is going to renounce every other institution in the world of a religious nature that has been invented by man… ” –Paul Nichols
Today brother Clint Defrance finishes our series questioning the authority for multiple cups in the communion service. We hope you enjoy and consider the traditions given to the church by God.
Today we finish the article of brother Andrew Richardson of Batesville, AR, which is a response to Wayne Jackson, a noted Biblical scholar. Brother Jackson recently wrote an article in the Christian Courier entitled “Do the scriptures authorize multiple cups?”
Paul the Apostle said, “Now I praise you, brethren, that you remember me in all things and keep the traditions just as I delivered them to you.” (1 Cor. 11:2)
We hope and trust for greater unity based upon the scripture and pray for our brethren across the world. May God bless His children.
Wayne Jackson’s alleged authority for multi-cup communion– (by Andrew Richardson)
Do the scriptures authorize multiple communion cups? (by Wayne Jackson)
Hello friends! We are excited to introduce to you a new Christian Landmark segment called ‘Friday Follow-up’. This will serve as supplementary material to our Monday post and will provide some additional information of interest for study and consideration. A few days ago we posted Andrew Richardson’s thrilling rebuttal of Wayne Jackson’s attempted defense of individual cups in the Lord’s Supper. As evidenced by the overwhelming amount of interest and support you have shown, the article was exceptionally well done. We thank Brother Richardson and do not feel that we can add much to what he has said. Part two of his article will be posted Monday, February 27th. Be sure to check back for the conclusion which you will certainly find as edifying and interesting.
- Clint De France
Wayne Jackson is a Biblical scholar of such repute that he hardly needs introduction, especially among those who contend for the restoration of New Testament Christianity. He has shown himself a peerless student of the scripture in many issues and has taken up the polemical sword to defend such great truths as the existence of God and the necessity of baptism in many occasions. Through the Christian Courier website Brother Jackson has developed a large internet following and it was through this medium that we encountered his article in response to the question, “Why do so many churches use a plurality of ‘cups’ in administering the Lord’s supper, when the Scriptures appear to authorize just one, ‘a cup’?”
After examining his response we have found it to be at variance with the teachings of the New Testament in several serious ways. Christian Landmark has always made an effort to defend the Bible pattern for the observance of the Lord’s Supper, as well as all other aspects of New Testament Christianity. Upon discovery of this article and notice that so many had read it, we felt the need to issue a response. We appreciate the studious efforts of Brother Andrew Richardson of Batesville, AR in his work rebutting Brother Jackson’s article. Today we present part 1 of his article with the remainder of the article to soon follow.
Paul the Apostle said, “For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lord’s body.” (1 Cor. 11:29) It is a concern for the souls of man that drives us to make this material available. Below is a link to brother Jackson’s article. We encourage you to read and carefully consider these two views with the New Testament in your hand.
– Clint De France
Wayne Jackson’s alleged authority for multi-cup communion–Part One (by Andrew Richardson)
Do the scriptures authorize multiple communion cups? (by Wayne Jackson)
In today’s sermon evangelist Clint Defrance relates the thrilling episode (recorded in Mark 5) of the healing of a demoniac. Even more exciting is that Jesus still heals men today who are troubled and distressed by sin and fear.
In this wonderful sermon evangelist Greg Gay delivers a stirring call-to-arms for every Christian husband and wife. Our families are the building blocks of the church and we must accept the challenge to remake our lives in Christ’s image.
In the conclusion of the three part series ‘All Should Come to Repentance’, Shahe Gergian asks each of us a personal question: Does God’s goodness motivate you to repent? Shouldn’t His gracious kindness encourage each of us to change when He asks us to change? May God bless us as we study His word.
In this Monday’s sermon evangelist Clint Defrance notes the similarities between the ‘tree’ in the garden of Eden and the ‘tree’ on Golgotha.
This morning we debut the first in what we hope will be a series of interviews with preachers of the church of Christ. The interviews are intended to inform, enlighten, and edify Christians about doing the Lord’s work. Today we have an discussion with evangelist Paul Nichols conducted by Shahe Gergian. We hope you enjoy!
The current division occurring in the church over the issue of fellowship is not novel, but over the years many men have challenged the Biblical view of fellowship. One such man was evangelist Carl Ketcherside (1908-1989). In this sermon, Johnny Elmore presents analysis of Ketcherside’s beliefs and teachings. It would be good for 21st century Christians to reflect on the danger of apostasy and the subtle and insidious attacks of our opponent. Brother Elmore addresses many scriptures dealing with fellowship including Ephesians 4.
What does it take to have a strong church? Is a congregation strong because it has an elaborate and ornate building or a large treasury? Is a congregation strong because it has many members? Evangelist Paul Nichols answers these questions and many more in this sermon drawn from Ephesians 6:10:
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.” Ephesians 6:10 (NKJV)
Where do we as Christians draw our lines of fellowship? What should be included in the church’s standard of fellowship? How does a Christian know if they are in fellowship with another Christian? Evangelist Shahe Gergian addresses these questions in this always topical sermon on scriptural fellowship.
“— that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ. ” (1 John 1:3-4)
The 2011-2012 Oklahoma New Year’s meeting was a great success thanks to the Whispering Pines church of Christ and the brethren who made a great commitment to the Lord’s work. The following sermons are a partial listing and are not complete due to technical challenges and timing but does provide a sample of the spiritual feast enjoyed by those who attended. Additional sermons will be uploaded when available and a recording of the ‘sing in the New Year’ will also be posted. Thanks again to the brethren for the meeting.
Frank Brancato: Treasure in Earthen Vessels
Mike Criswell: The Hands of Jesus
Glenn Ballard: The Ascension of Christ
Harith Jones: Who Is Jesus?
Brett Hickey: Jesus the Crucified One
Jonathan Edwards: Avoiding Hypocrisy
Randy Tidmore: Are You A Disciple?
Allen Bailey: Titles of the Lord
Greg Branch: We Preach Jesus
Jimmy Cating: Jesus Must Increase
Matt Trent: The Son of Man
Skyler Walker: Showing Jesus
Andrew Tucker: Jesus Went About Doing Good
(To see the Young Men’s Talks send an email for the link to cdefrance87@yahoo.com, shahe.gergian@me.com, or tbartshaw@hotmail.com)
Audio Recording of ‘Sing in the New Year’ lead by by Ivan Costa, Comments by Glenn Osburn, and prayer by Cliff Arney.
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Audio Recording of the singing from the final evening worship service of the meeting, Saturday December 31st
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In this sermon from the 2011-12 Oklahoma New Year’s Meeting, evangelist Frank Brancato reminds us that we are merely jars of clay and the glory is not of us.
“But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us.” (2 Corinthians 4:7)
In this week’s Back Page, Carl Johnson warns us to be ever watchful in our Christian battle and illustrates this point with a horrifying story from the Civil War era.
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. (1 Peter 5:8)