Avenue T Church of Christ Sermon & Bible Class Podcast

In this heartfelt sermon delivered by Jeromy Tuck, a truck driver stepping into the pulpit, the focus is on the "Good News" of salvation and the assurance of eternal life for believers. Building on the undeniable existence of God and the truth of the Bible, Jeromy challenges listeners to examine their personal relationship with God and find comfort in knowing they are saved. Drawing from scriptures like 1 John, Ephesians, and Romans, he emphasizes that while all have sinned and deserve death, God's grace through Jesus' blood offers reconciliation, purity, and confidence on Judgment Day.

Through vivid illustrations, such as the king's sacrifice for his daughter, Jeromy explains how faith, repentance, and baptism unite believers with Christ's death and resurrection, cleansing them continuously and freeing them from fear. This message serves as both a reassurance for the faithful and a call to action for the lost, urging immediate steps toward salvation in a corrupt world.

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, Ron Figgins led a compelling Bible class focused on the Gospel of Mark, exploring its unique perspective and purpose. He emphasized why there are four Gospels, illustrating how each offers a distinct viewpoint on Jesus’ life, tailored to different audiences. Using the analogy of multiple witnesses describing an event differently, Ron highlighted how Mark, likely written for Gentile converts, focuses on Jesus’ actions and miracles rather than genealogies.

The class delved into key miracles from Mark, including the feeding of the 5,000 and Jesus walking on water, with a comparative look at Matthew’s account of Peter’s bold yet faltering attempt to walk on water. Ron underscored that Jesus’ miracles were designed to build faith, particularly in the disciples, revealing Him as the Son of God and Lord of creation. The lesson concluded with a reflection on personal faith, challenging listeners to consider how they respond to God’s work in their lives and whether they, like Peter, would step out in faith despite doubts.

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, Cole Tuck delivered a compelling sermon titled "The Moral Argument" as part of the Christian Evidence series at Avenue T Church of Christ. The sermon focused on the moral argument for God's existence, emphasizing that objective morality—universal standards of good and evil—requires a transcendent moral lawgiver. Cole argued that if objective morality exists, it can only be grounded in God, and since objective morality is evident in human experience, God must exist. He contrasted this with subjective morality, which reduces right and wrong to personal or cultural opinions, leading to inconsistencies and moral relativism.

Cole addressed alternative explanations for morality, such as individual choice, societal norms, evolution, science, and government, demonstrating their inadequacy in providing a foundation for objective morality. He also resolved the Euthyphro dilemma, asserting that God's nature is the standard of goodness, neither arbitrary nor external. The sermon concluded with a call to recognize that humans, made in God's image, instinctively acknowledge objective morality, reinforcing the argument for God's existence.

In this engaging Bible study on Romans Chapter 2, led by Cole Tuck, Paul dismantles arrogance in the early church by challenging both Jews and Gentiles on their shared sinfulness and the futility of self-justification through law or conscience. Through vivid examples—like hypocritical Jews preaching morality while stealing or committing adultery—Paul exposes how outward religion (like circumcision) means nothing without inward transformation by the Spirit. The session ties ancient tensions to modern issues, urging believers to embrace grace, live authentically, and avoid blaspheming God's name by recognizing true "Jewishness" as a heart-level faith in Christ, rather than ancestry. It's a powerful call to humility: at the cross, no one is superior—we're all sinners redeemed by grace, judged by secrets, and set apart for God's praise, not man's applause.

Continuing the Christian Evidence series, Cole Tuck presented a thought-provoking sermon titled “The Intelligent Design Argument.” This lesson explored the teleological argument for God’s existence—the idea that intelligent design requires an intelligent designer.

Cole compared the universe to a watch, a painting, or a house—each a product of purpose and design, never the result of chaos or chance. From the vast precision of the cosmos to the complex code of DNA, every part of creation reveals order, purpose, and intelligence.

The message challenged listeners to recognize that order cannot come from chaos, and that design points to a Designer—a timeless, spaceless, intelligent Creator. Through both Scripture and reason, the sermon reminded us that belief in God is not blind faith, but the most logical conclusion of all.

In this engaging Bible study session from October 5, 2025, Cole Tuck delves into Romans Chapter 2, building a powerful case that God's judgment for sin is impartial and universal, affecting both Jews and Gentiles alike. Cole highlights the dangers of hypocritical judgment—condemning others while ignoring one's own sins—and clarifies that Christians are called to righteous discernment, not self-righteous condemnation.

Drawing from passages like Matthew 7 and John 7, he emphasizes removing personal "logs" before addressing others' "specks," while underscoring God's kindness as a motivator for repentance. The discussion warns of storing up wrath through stubborn unrepentance, affirms that all obey either truth or unrighteousness, and explains how even those without the Mosaic Law are accountable via their innate conscience. Ultimately, Cole unites all under the need for God's grace, reminding listeners that true justice prevails without favoritism, offering comfort to the faithful and a sobering call to self-examination.

On Sunday, September 28, 2025, Cole Tuck started a wonderful series on Christian Evidence with a sermon titled The Kalam Cosmological Argument.

On Sunday, September 28, 2025, Cole Tuck led our morning Bible class focusing on Romans Chapter 1, specifically nearing the end of the chapter—the discussion centered on the consequences of rejecting God and choosing to worship created things over the Creator. Key points included the exchange of God’s truth for a lie, leading to degrading passions and unnatural behaviors, as described in Romans 1:25-26.

The class examined how these choices lead to natural consequences, including physical and spiritual penalties, highlighting that such actions contradict God’s design for humanity. The study also addressed the broader implications of a depraved mind, which stems from rejecting God, leading to a range of sinful behaviors listed in Romans 1:28-31, including unrighteousness, greed, and gossip. The discussion highlighted the universal nature of sin, affecting both Jews and Gentiles, and the importance of recognizing God’s kindness and patience as a motivator for repentance rather than judgmentalism.

In a heartfelt sermon delivered on Sunday morning, September 21, 2025, preacher Cole Tuck explored the profound and challenging theme of "Forgiveness," drawing from biblical teachings to urge Christians to extend grace beyond boundaries. Amid a world rife with hate and division, Cole emphasized that true forgiveness mirrors God's mercy toward us—unconditional, heartfelt, and limitless. Using scriptures like Ephesians 4, Matthew 6, and the parable of the unforgiving servant, he dismantled common excuses for withholding forgiveness, such as waiting for an apology or repentance.

Through poignant examples like Jesus' plea from the cross ("Father, forgive them") and Stephen's dying words, Cole illustrated that Christians must forgive brothers, enemies, and anyone who wrongs them, not just for salvation's sake but for personal peace and healing. The message serves as a timely call to release resentment, embrace love, and reflect Christ's sacrificial example in everyday life.

In this engaging Bible class led by Cole Tuck on Sunday, September 21, 2025, the group delved into Romans 1:18-23, exploring how humanity suppresses the evident truth of God's existence revealed through creation. Cole emphasized that God's invisible attributes—His eternal power and divine nature—are self-evident within us, leaving no excuse for rejecting Him. The discussion highlighted the consequences of dishonoring God: futile speculations, darkened hearts, and exchanging His glory for idols like animals or human images.

Through lively exchanges, participants connected this to modern issues like atheism, moral intuitions, child sacrifice in ancient religions, and the pride that leads to self-deception. The lesson underscored that true wisdom begins with honoring God, warning against the foolishness of building life on false foundations, and affirming Christianity's resilience in trials.