Recorded Sermons and Lessons
2021 SERMON ARCHIVES
Dull of Hearing
"Dull of Hearing" by Troy Spradlin. Many suffer from spiritual immaturity and may even be putting their souls in danger. The writer of Hebrews admonishes all Christians to pursue spiritual maturity in their walk of faith.
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- May 9, 2021Dull of Hearing
Dull of Hearing"Dull of Hearing" by Troy Spradlin. Many suffer from spiritual immaturity and may even be putting their souls in danger. The writer of Hebrews admonishes all Christians to pursue spiritual maturity in their walk of faith.
- Apr 25, 2021The Weight of Silence
- Apr 18, 2021Is Your Heart Right With God
Is Your Heart Right With God"Is Your Heart Right With God" by Troy Spradlin. Acts 8 has some very important lessons regarding our relationship with God. Let's go to the Bible and learn!
- Apr 11, 2021The Writing is On the Wall
The Writing is On the Wall"The Writing is On the Wall"by Troy Spradlin. One of the saddest chapters in the Bible is Daniel chapter five. Why? Because a precious soul, with incredible potential and promise, wasted an opportunity before him. Instead of turning to the Lord, he mocked God, which then cost him everything.
- Apr 4, 2021This Changes Everything
This Changes Everything"This Changes Everything" by Troy Spradlin. Many events throughout history have had enormous impacts on the world, but none have impacted the world the way the Gospel did. When we really dive into the story, it changes everything!
- Mar 28, 2021Repairing Understanding – Worship
Repairing Understanding – Worship"Repairing Understanding Worship" by Troy Spradlin. One of the reasons why there is so much religious confusion in the world is due to the misunderstanding of the terms involved. Take the word “worship,” for instance. What is the truth regarding what it means? It requires “Repairing Our Understanding” – a new sermon series.
- Mar 21, 2021Repairing Understanding – Baptism
Repairing Understanding – Baptism"Repairing Understanding Baptism" by Troy Spradlin. One of the reasons why there is so much religious confusion in the world has to do with a misunderstanding of the terms involved. Take the word “baptism,” for instance. What is the truth regarding what it means? It requires “Repairing Our Understanding” – a new sermon series
- Mar 14, 2021Repairing Our Understanding – Salvation
Repairing Our Understanding – Salvation"Repairing Our Understanding: Salvation" by Troy Spradlin. One of the reasons why there is so much religious confusion in the world has to do with a misunderstanding of the terms involved. Take the word “salvation,” for instance, what is the truth regarding what it is and how to obtain it? It requires “Repairing Our Understanding” – a new sermon series.
- Feb 7, 2021Shepherd the Flock
Shepherd the Flock"Shepherd the Flock" by Troy Spradlin. God designed the church to be overseen by elders. What is an elder? Who can be an elder? What is thetas of an elder? And why do we need elders in the church? This lesson will answer those important questions.
- Jan 31, 2021Expectation vs Reality
Expectation vs Reality"Expectation vs Reality" by Casey Bearden.
- Jan 24, 2021Will a Man Rob God?
Will a Man Rob God?"Will a Man Rob God?" by Troy Spradlin. This is an interesting concept presented in Malachi 3. Although it is a passage often misapplied, there is still a spiritual and practical application we can draw from it.
- Jan 17, 2021Seven Things God Hates
Seven Things God Hates"Seven Things God Hates" by Troy Spradlin. If God loves something, then we should love the same thing and if God hates something, then we should hate those things also. Proverbs 6:16-19 lists seven things that God hates. But remember, God is not a human. We are made in His image! So, God’s hate is not an emotional kind of hate (like a human), but rather, it is a disowning of evil and those who commit it. (Isaiah 59:2)
- Jan 12, 2021I Have Found the Book
I Have Found the Book"I Have Found the Book" by Troy Spradlin. Have you ever lost something? It can be frustrating and sometimes completely disrupt life. The story of King Josiah restoring the temple provides many valuable lessons about something that was lost, but then found.
- Jan 3, 2021Let Go and Let God
Let Go and Let God"Let Go and Let God" by Troy Spradlin. Sometimes we need to be reminded that God is in control and we are not.
2020 Series: Outward! Through Spiritual Disciplines in 2020
Faith Over Fear
"Faith Over Fear" by Chris Davis
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- Dec 27, 2020Faith Over Fear
Faith Over Fear"Faith Over Fear" by Chris Davis
- Dec 20, 2020Who Jesus Is
- Dec 13, 2020Sermon – Noise
Sermon – Noise"Noise" Sermon by Troy Spradlin. Our lives are filled with all kinds of noise. How are we supposed to hear God in such a chaotic world? the Bible has the answers.
- Dec 6, 2020Seven I Am Statements of Jesus
Seven I Am Statements of Jesus"Seven I Am Statements of Jesus" by Troy Spradlin. Jesus made several “I AM” statements which reveal a deeper theological understanding to His deity. Just like the miracles confirmed His word, the metaphors He used to describe Himself proclaimed His deity. Let’s take a look at seven of them from the Gospel Account of John.
- Nov 22, 2020Thats Not in the Bible Series – The Romans Road
Thats Not in the Bible Series – The Romans Road"Thats Not in the Bible Series - The Romans Road" by Troy Spradlin. Instead of allowing so-called religious “scholars” and theologians to dictate to us what the Bible teaches, we should look it up for ourselves. One prime example of this is the “Romans Road to Salvation.” Is that actually in the Bible? Let’s find out!
- Nov 15, 2020Rise Up and Build
Rise Up and Build"Rise Up and Build" by Troy Spradlin. The elders have challenged our congregation. Let's be like the people of Nehemiah's day and Rise up and Build!
- Oct 18, 2020Follow
Follow"Follow" by Troy Spradlin. According to 1 Peter 2:21, we are called to “follow in His steps.” Let’s look at Jesus’ example and some real world applications of what it means to follow the Christ as His disciples, today.
- Oct 11, 2020Fight the Good Fight
Fight the Good Fight"Fight the Good Fight" by Troy Spradlin. With so much going on in the world, we need to keep our focus on the right things. Paul gives Timothy some great life advice in 1 Timothy 6:11-21 that we can apply to our own lives.
- Oct 4, 2020Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice
Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice"Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice" by Troy Spradlin. Is being “mostly good” good enough for God? King Saul certainly thought that, but he was mistaken. Let’s examine what “obedience is better than sacrifice” means for us, today. 1 Samuel 15
- Sep 27, 2020How Can I Know
How Can I Know"How Can I Know" by Troy Spradlin. We live in a world that is filled with doubt, distrust and the questioning of everything. There is one thing you can know for sure, your salvation. How? Let’s look at 1 John 5:1-13
- Sep 22, 2020Taking a Mountain at Eight-five
Taking a Mountain at Eight-five"Taking a Mountain at 85" by Troy Spradlin. There is no age limit to serving the Lord. The Bible is full of examples of men and women serving God at all stages of life. Have you thought about how you can serve in the kingdom? Caleb's story in Joshua 14 gives a great example.
- Sep 6, 2020The Biggest Little Word
The Biggest Little Word"The Biggest Little Word" by Troy Spradlin. There are words that are little but carry a great deal of weight and importance! One of those is the word “if.” Let's take a look at how this word applies to us by looking at John 14:1-15.
- Aug 16, 2020What Matters Most
What Matters Most"What Matters Most" by Troy Spradlin. With all the turmoil and strife in the world, what matters most? 1 Corinthians 13 gives us the answer.
- Aug 9, 2020Content – Finding Joy Where You Are
Content – Finding Joy Where You Are"Content - Finding Joy Where You Are" by Troy Spradlin. Few people are truly content with their lives. This seems especially true here lately. But, Paul was able to find contentment even in the worst of scenarios. What was his secret? Let's study Philippians 4:10-20 and find out!
- Mar 1, 2020Exalting God
Exalting God"Exalting God" by Troy Spradlin. Man was created to glorify God (Ecclesiastes 12:13). One of the principle ways of glorifying Him is through our worship. Our worship should exalt God. Let’s look at the history of worship, how we are to worship Him, and why it should matter to us - in Psalm 99.
- Feb 23, 2020Hands of Jesus
Hands of Jesus"Hands of Jesus" by Troy Spradlin. Some people are afraid of the Bible, or think they can’t understand it. Yet, we need to know our Bibles well for it is where we learn about the will of God and about His Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let’s look at some points that will help us see that learning the Bible is not that difficult as you may think - we'll see them in the hands of Jesus.
- Feb 9, 2020Put Away and Put On
Put Away and Put On"Put Away and Put On" by Troy Spradlin. God loves you and He wants you to be with Him in heaven. But to get there, He expects you to be and behave like His child. He has made it abundantly clear in His word how we are to live. According to Paul, in Ephesians 4:17-32, we must to put away somethings and put on other things.
- Jan 28, 2020The Pursuit of Godliness
The Pursuit of Godliness"The Pursuit of Godliness" by Troy Spradlin. The Bible calls us to “pursue godliness.” What is that, exactly? How does one pursue it? The apostle Paul gives us valuable insight in his First Letter to Timothy (4:6-8 and 6:11). It is a spiritual discipline all Christians need to develop!
- Jan 19, 2020Do You Spoudazo?
Do You Spoudazo?Sermon by Troy Spradlin. Spiritual Disciplines are only developed through the study of God's word. How's your training going? Let's look at 2 Timothy 2:15 and ask yourself, "Do you spoudazo?""
2019 Series: Know Jesus. Be Like Him.
Aspirations, Vaporizations & Realizations
Aspirations, Vaporizations & Realizations" sermon by Troy Spradlin. It's the end of the year. It's that time when we make plans for the next year. Are you making plans for your Spiritual Growth? Let's consider what James 4 teaches us.
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- Dec 29, 2019Aspirations, Vaporizations & Realizations
Aspirations, Vaporizations & RealizationsAspirations, Vaporizations & Realizations" sermon by Troy Spradlin. It's the end of the year. It's that time when we make plans for the next year. Are you making plans for your Spiritual Growth? Let's consider what James 4 teaches us.
- Dec 22, 2019The Messiah
The Messiah"The Messiah" by Troy Spradlin. The prophets predicted His coming, He proclaimed He was the Messiah, and the Apostles preached that He is. Truly knowing Jesus means believing He is, indeed, the promised Messiah.
- Dec 15, 2019Know Jesus
Know Jesus"Know Jesus" by Troy Spradlin. Do YOU know Jesus? Peter's gospel sermon in Acts 2 is about knowing who Jesus truly is.
- Dec 8, 2019Can One Be Saved Outside of the Church
Can One Be Saved Outside of the Church"Can One Be Saved Outside of the Church?" by Troy Spradlin. A brief look at the patterns God has established in the Bible, which gives us the answer.
- Nov 10, 2019Be Prepared
Be Prepared"Be Prepared" by Troy Spradlin. A look at Matthew 24-25 and Jesus' teaching about His second coming. Are you ready?
- Sep 15, 2019Know Jesus Be Filled
Know Jesus Be Filled"Know Jesus and Be Filled" by Troy Spradlin. Many people are seeking happiness and satisfaction in material things. Jesus says we shall be filled if we hunger and thirst for righteousness. A study of Matthew 5:6.
- Sep 1, 2019Is Your Heartset Right?
Is Your Heartset Right?"Is Your Heartset Right" by Troy Spradlin. God desires a broken and contrite heart. What can we learn from Simon the Sorcerer and his heart not being right with God? Acts 8:9-25
- Aug 25, 2019The Greatest Prayer – Part 2
The Greatest Prayer – Part 2"The Greatest Prayer - Part 2" by Troy Spradlin. "The Greatest Prayer" (Part 2) by Troy Spradlin. We've looked at another part of the Lord's Prayer in John 17. Let's now look at the best part - where Jesus prays for us!
- Aug 18, 2019Know Jesus. Know Peace.
Know Jesus. Know Peace."Know Jesus" by Casey Bearden.
- Aug 11, 2019The Greatest Prayer
The Greatest Prayer"The Greatest Prayer" by Troy Spradlin. In John 17, Jesus prays for Himself, His disciples, and that God be glorified. He prayed for unity and sanctity.
- Aug 4, 2019Christ Crucified
Christ Crucified"Christ Crucified" by Troy Spradlin. The message of the cross is the wisdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:22-25). It will always be greater than man's thoughts or ideas. To those who don't understand, it is foolishness.
- Jul 14, 2019Is Your Faith a Noun or a Verb?
Is Your Faith a Noun or a Verb?"Is Your Faith a Noun or a Verb" by Troy Spradlin. Do you have an active faith or an idle faith? Let's discuss what God desires in us. James 1:22
- Jul 7, 2019Lessons from the Lords Vineyard
Lessons from the Lords Vineyard"Lessons from the Lords Vineyard" by Troy Spradlin. Four points drawn from John 15:1-8 about how we can be fruitful branches for the glory of the Lord.
- Jun 30, 2019Biblexia and Inwarditis
Biblexia and Inwarditis"Biblexia and Inwarditis" by Troy Spradlin. We suffer from physical chronic diseases such as heart disease. There's a spiritual application there also.Let's look at two of the most serious spiritual heart diseases affecting the church.
- Jun 9, 2019Justified by Grace
Justified by Grace"Justified by Grace" by Troy Spradlin. An expository look at Romans 5:1-11. When we know Jesus, we can have salvation, when we do not know Jesus, we are lost (1 John 5:12). It is as simple as that.
- May 19, 2019The Most Important Thing
The Most Important Thing"The Most Important Thing" by Casey Bearden. A different perspective of the parable of the Prodigal Son.
- May 17, 2019A New Commandment
A New Commandment"A New Commandment" by Troy Spradlin. Jesus commanded His disciples to love each other ... as He had loved them. John 13:34,35
- May 5, 2019Love God and Your Neighbor … as Yourself
Love God and Your Neighbor … as Yourself"Love God and Your Neighbor ... as Yourself" by Troy Spradlin. We have a real problem with loving ourselves. We can't love God or our neighbors if we don't love our selves. Let's take a look at Matthew 22:37-39
- Apr 28, 2019Sufficient Grace
Sufficient Grace"Sufficient Grace" by Troy Spradlin. What might we learn from Paul's thorn in the flesh? How do we deal with our own thorns? Paul helps us understand. 2 Corinthians 12:5-10
- Apr 14, 2019Faith Comes by Hearing
Faith Comes by Hearing"Faith Comes by Hearing" by Troy Spradlin. We must hear the voice of Jesus. But, HOW does one truly hear His voice? What is involved? Let's look at Romans 10:13-17 and discern the answer.
- Apr 7, 2019My Sheep Hear My Voice
My Sheep Hear My Voice"My Sheep Hear My Voice" - John 10:27. Do you hear the voice of Jesus? Do you listen to what He is saying? Do you understand why it is important to listen to Him?
- Mar 24, 2019Dealing with Difficult Disciples
Dealing with Difficult Disciples"Dealing with Difficult Disciples" by Troy Spradlin. The Apostle Paul gives some practical instruction in 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 for dealing with others. How might it apply to us today?
- Mar 17, 2019Follower Equals Servant
Follower Equals Servant"Follower Equals Servant" by Troy Spradlin. To follow Jesus means to be a Worker and a that means being a Servant. Have you ever noticed that point in James 2:14-21 before?
- Feb 24, 2019Making Positive From Negative
Making Positive From Negative"Making Positive From Negative" by Troy Spradlin. Emotions are given to us by God, but we should never allow them to over-ride sound reasoning. God's expects obedience! Isaiah 1:18
- Feb 17, 2019Christian Uniqueness
2018 Series: Lord, Increase My Faith.
The Compassionate Servant
"The Compassionate Servant" by Scott Shanahan. The compassion of Christ can be seen in Isaiah 53.
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- Dec 30, 2018The Compassionate Servant
The Compassionate Servant"The Compassionate Servant" by Scott Shanahan. The compassion of Christ can be seen in Isaiah 53.
- Dec 30, 2018Blessed
Blessed"Blessed" by Casey Bearden. Do we truly understand this word? Do we acknowledge that we are blessed even in difficult times?
- Dec 16, 2018My Name is Peter
My Name is Peter"My Name is Peter" by Troy Spradlin. A first-person point-of-view narration of the Life of Peter, the disciple, the apostle, the preacher, and the impetuous.
- Dec 11, 2018Christ-Like Compassion
Christ-Like Compassion"Christ-Like Compassion" by Troy Spradlin. Are we as compassionate as we should be? Let's examine Matthew 9:35-10:1 and see how we might follow the example of Jesus.
- Dec 2, 2018Come Unto Me
Come Unto Me"Come Unto Me" by Troy Spradlin. A look at the Greatest Invitation.
- Nov 26, 2018Dangers of Ingratitude
Dangers of Ingratitude"Dangers of Ingratitude" by Scott Shanahan. We must be careful not to be like what Paul mentions in his letter to the Romans, "Professing to be wise, they became fools," (1:22)
- Nov 11, 2018Attitude of Gratitude
Attitude of Gratitude"Attitude of Gratitude" by Troy Spradlin. We must be rooted, built up, and established in Christ to abound in gratitude. A consideration of Colossians 2:6-7.
- Nov 4, 2018Functioning within the Body of Christ
Functioning within the Body of Christ"Functioning within the Body of Christ" by Troy Spradlin. Considering Paul's analogy in 1 Corinthians 12 and Romans 12, do Christians truly understand their function within the body? The unity of the church depends upon it!
- Oct 28, 2018Lord, Increase My Faith during Difficulties
Lord, Increase My Faith during DifficultiesMargaret Street's Missionary, Scott Shanahan, delivers a stirring message from Habakuk about how we can increase our faith during difficult times.
- Oct 21, 2018Generosity
Generosity"Generosity: Giving to Help Others" by Troy Spradlin. A look at Acts 11:27-30
- Oct 7, 2018Worship – Singing
Worship – Singing"Worship - Singing" by Troy Spradlin. An in-depth study of the ABC's of Congregational Singing: the Authority for it, the Background of it, and the Command for it.
- Aug 27, 2018Pursuing Gods Will
Pursuing Gods Will"Pursuing Gods Will" by Casey Bearden
- Jul 15, 2018Spiritual Watchman
Spiritual Watchman"Spiritual Watchman" by Troy Spradlin. God has given us warnings. Have you heeded the warning?
- Jul 8, 2018Our Moral Compass
Our Moral Compass"Our Moral Compass" by Troy Spradlin. What is our guide in life - our "True North"? We should learn to look for Jesus in every situation and scenario of life.
- Jul 1, 2018Ancient Words
Ancient Words"Ancient Words" by Troy Spradlin. We sing a beautiful song, "Oh Let the Ancient Words Impart" that praises the word of God. Let's consider allowing the Ancient Words to impart, Life, Change, and Action in our lives.
- Jun 24, 2018Rule of Life
Rule of Life"Rule of Life" by Troy Spradlin. What is your guiding principle in life? Do you ever ask, "Where is Jesus in this?"
- Jun 10, 2018Trust
Trust"Trust" by Troy Spradlin. What does it mean to “trust in God”? How do we that exactly?
- Jun 3, 2018The Secret of Life
The Secret of Life"The Secret of Life". This month we will be talking about relationships.
- May 27, 2018Selling Jesus
Selling Jesus"Selling Jesus" by Casey Bearden
- May 20, 2018Joy Inexpressible
Joy Inexpressible"Joy Inexpressible" (1 Peter 1:8) by Troy Spradlin. What does a truly committed Christian look like? Peter gives us a good example.
- May 13, 2018Five Smooth Stones
Five Smooth Stones"Five Smooth Stones" by Troy Spradlin. David was a man of Commitment! Let's look at what we can learn from his example in 1 Samuel 17.
- May 6, 2018Commitment
CommitmentBy Troy Spradlin. Jesus requires true commitment from His disciples.
- Apr 29, 2018Who Am I
- Apr 15, 2018You Are Doing It Wrong!
You Are Doing It Wrong!By Troy Spradlin. No one likes to be told "You're Doing It Wrong!" With love and compassion, let's honestly consider the questions of "What is Salvation?" and "How Does One Obtain Salvation?" Is it possible to be wrong in our understanding?
- Apr 8, 2018Blessed Assurance
Blessed AssuranceBlessed Assurance By Troy SpradlinIf you were to die tonight, do you know for certain that you would go to heaven? You should! Do you have "full assurance of faith"?
- Apr 3, 2018The Resurrection
- Feb 26, 2018Under Your Command
Under Your CommandGuest speaker, Cody Boston (Scenic Hills church of Christ)Brother Cody brought our lesson for the annual Area Wide Youth Gathering held at Margaret Street on Feb 25, 2018.
- Dec 31, 2017Awe
- Dec 24, 2017The Greatest Gift
The Greatest GiftTroy SpradlinWe give each other gifts during this time of year. Why not focus on the greatest gift ever given?
- Dec 10, 2017The Reality of Hell
- Nov 19, 2017The Teachings of Jesus
The Teachings of JesusTroy SpradlinJesus commanded His disciples to "teach them all that I have commanded you." Therefore, what exactly did Jesus teach?
- Aug 20, 2017Social Media
Social MediaTroy SpradlinSocial Media has become a widespread phenomenon within our culture. Can others see your faith on Social Media?
- Nov 26, 2017The Unique Nature of the Church – Membership
- Nov 5, 2017The Unique Nature of the Church – Fellowship
- Sep 10, 2017The Unique Nature of the Church – Establishment
- Aug 27, 2017The Unique Nature of the Church – Ownership
The Unique Nature of the Church – Ownership
Troy Spradlin
Is the name that a church uses important? Does the church belong to Jesus? Let's see what the Bible has to say.
Introduction to Isaiah
"Introduction to Isaiah" by Troy Spradlin. How is the Book of Isaiah relevant to Christians today? Listen and learn!
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- Sep 15, 2019Introduction to Isaiah
Introduction to Isaiah"Introduction to Isaiah" by Troy Spradlin. How is the Book of Isaiah relevant to Christians today? Listen and learn!
- Mar 11, 2018Bridge Between the Old And New
- Dec 17, 2017Filthy Garments
Filthy Garments
Troy Spradlin
Filthy Garments - Zechariah 3:1-7
The Bible is full of descriptions and allegories and various illustrations in order to help us understand the reality of the spiritual, metaphorical world. One such illustration is clothing - and in this case, filthy clothing as compared to clean garments. Spiritually speaking, every person who has ever lived, is currently living, or is going to live wears one of two types of garments. I am speaking of those garments of a spiritual nature. Let’s discuss those types of garments by looking at the passage Zechariah 3:1-5 We will see in this passage that there are those Filthy Garments of Sin, the Fine Garments of Salvation, and a Forewarning for Submission.
Seven Churches – Part 3
"Seven Churches - Part 3" by Troy Spradlin. Revelation chapter 3, "Hot or Not Hot."
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- Aug 27, 2018Seven Churches – Part 3
Seven Churches – Part 3"Seven Churches - Part 3" by Troy Spradlin. Revelation chapter 3, "Hot or Not Hot."
- Aug 27, 2018Seven Churches – Part 2
Seven Churches – Part 2"Seven Churches - Part 2" by Troy Spradlin. Revelation Chapter 2, "Tolerant Thyatira."
- Jul 22, 2018Seven Messages from Seven Churches
Seven Messages from Seven Churches"Seven Messages from Seven Churches" (Part 1) by Troy Spradlin. What can the church today learn from the letters to the Seven Churches of Asia (Revelation 2-3)?
UpKeep – Maintaining Our Spirituality
"UpKeep - Maintaining Our Spirituality" by Cory Myers. A keynote lesson from our 2018 seminar, "UpKeep!"
WatchNotesDownloadDateTitle
- Nov 18, 2018UpKeep – Maintaining Our Spirituality
UpKeep – Maintaining Our Spirituality"UpKeep - Maintaining Our Spirituality" by Cory Myers. A keynote lesson from our 2018 seminar, "UpKeep!"
- Nov 18, 2018Suiting Up with Armor Anew
Suiting Up with Armor Anew"Suiting Up with Armor Anew" by Cory Myers. A keynote lesson from our 2018 seminar, "UpKeep!"
- Nov 18, 2018Maintaining Our Spiritual Armor
Maintaining Our Spiritual Armor"Maintaining Our Spiritual Armor" by Guyton Montgomery. A keynote lesson from our 2018 seminar "UpKeep!"
- Nov 17, 2018UpKeep – Removing the Rust
UpKeep – Removing the Rust"UpKeep - Removing the Rust" by Cory Myers. One of the keynote lessons from our 2018 seminar, "UpKeep!"