At this point in his letter, Paul is thanking the Lord for his faithfulness to the Thessalonican church. They received the word from the Lord and it went to work among them. The Church isn't dependent on fancy illustrations, gimmicks, or fancy lights- the Church looks to and is rooted in the word of God. We hope this message blesses you in the Lord.

Originally May 12th, 2024. Hank Atchison. 

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL. 

As Chapter 2 progresses, Paul reminds the Thessalonian church how he behaved toward them. He was holy, righteous, and blameless. This is what the Lord calls the Christian to. Our lives are meant to glorify God, and magnify Christ. We hope this message blesses you in the Lord.

Originally May 5th, 2024. Hank Atchison.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL.

In Chapter 2, Paul reminds the Thessalonican Church of his primary mission. He did not go to Thessalonica to win friends; he didn't go to give them a seven-step plan for success; Paul went to them with the Gospel. Paul didn't need friends, he wanted them to believe in Christ. We hope this message blesses you in the Lord. 

Originally April 28th, 2024. Hank Atchison.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL.

As we finish Paul's opening chapter to the Thessalonican church, we see a glimpse into the report he received from Timothy. The church is flourishing- not because of the amount of time they had with Paul, nor because of their lengthy doctrinal conversations. Their health is due to the sanctification of the Holy Spirit and their obedience to the Gospel Call. We hope this message blesses you in the Lord. 

Originally April 21st, 2024. Hank Atchison. 

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL. 

Yesterday, Dolan preached through 1st Thessalonians 1:2-7, Paul's opening statement to the Thessalonican believers. He is thankful for their ministry and their mutual belonging to Christ Jesus. The life of Christians in Thessalonica wasn't easy, but they had joy because of their faith in Christ. Regardless of the affliction and trial, you can look to the one who conquered death. We hope this sermon blesses you in the Lord.

Originally April 14th, 2024. Dolan Davis.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL.

Today we started our exegetical series on the Thessalonian letters. As we continue, we will see Paul's pastoral heart for the church expressed. They are not united because of citizenship, sports teams, or trivial common interests- they are united because of their mutual bond in Christ Jesus. We hope this message blesses you in the Lord.

Originally April 7th, 2024. Hank Atchison.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL.

With Christ's resurrection, the redemption promise was fulfilled. As we celebrate Easter, there are two important things for Christians to remember. First, salvation is by Christ's atoning work alone. Second, we are only saved (and kept) because of the Lord's faithfulness. We hope this message blesses you in the Lord.

Originally March 31st, 2024. Hank Atchison.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, Al.

It's tempting to view Palm Sunday as a glorious occasion where Christ is accepted wholeheartedly. It seems this way when you read Mark 11:1-11. But, as Christ rode in, he was already looking to Calvary where he would be murdered by the same people who were praising him. However, what they exclaimed was true, "Hosanna!" Christ came to save

This morning, Zach finished our Acts series by preaching through the end of Acts 28. The book ends with Paul arguing with the Jews one last time. He isn't trying to outsmart them or make them feel dumb- Paul wants to persuade them to true hope. He wants them to put their faith in Jesus. The Church is built on the completed work of Christ.

Originally March 17th, 2024. Zachary Nelson.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL.

In this sermon, we start the last chapter of Acts. Finally, Paul makes it to Rome. After being shipwrecked and snakebit, he receives the fellowship of believers with joy, and thanks God for his deliverance. At any point, Paul's journey could have ended. However, it was the Lord's will for Paul to be in Rome, and the Lord's will cannot be thwarted.

Originally March 10th, 2024. Hank Atchison.

Covenant Church. Tuscaloosa, AL.