Gooch Lane Church of Christ Podcast

On average, Americans spend over $12,000 per year on health costs. Much of this is because our bodies are not behaving as they should, and we seek medical help in finding a way to fix what is not working properly. It is no surprise that the apostle Paul often went to the body as a way of describing Christians in relationship to Christ and to one another. Like the different parts of the body, Christians fill a unique purpose as they work together in unity. In this study, we will see how we must work for unity and understand the grave dangers when unity is rejected. This is the third installment of a series entitled, “The Importance of Spiritual Community.”

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on December 4, 2022.

What will you do if your faith is challenged by the highest levels of government? Three young men in ancient times set an outstanding example for those of the modern era; when told to bow the knee in homage to one inferior to God, they resolutely refused. In this study, we will see the qualities that allowed these young men to remain faithful then are the same qualities that allow Christians to stay faithful now. This is a companion lesson to last week’s sermon which began a series entitled “The Importance of Spiritual Community.”

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on November 27, 2022.

Alan Fox, one of the men we support in Johannesburg, South Africa, presents a lesson.

A sermon given on November 20, 2022.

Citizenship is a raging topic these days and a reminder of the emphasis humans place on secure borders. For Christians, however, it is a very different outlook. At baptism, we become citizens of a kingdom that transcends borders and bloodlines; we become citizens based on the blood of Jesus Christ. By this great display of God’s grace, we are given the opportunity to represent the King both by the good we do and the stands we take. This is the first lesson in a series of studies entitled, “The Importance of Spiritual Community.”

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on November 20, 2022.

Peace is a tenuous concept on the world stage; elections, political conflicts, and wars often destroy this precious commodity. Personal peace can also prove tenuous; as challenges and difficulties arise, peace can easily be forfeited for anxiety. However, there is a way to find a lifetime of peace despite the problems that may arise. In this study, we will explore what God promises about peace and how this promise is based on His unchangeable character.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on November 13, 2022.

A report on the work in Malawi given by Larry Vinson on November 6, 2022.

Road trips often begin with great excitement, but grow monotonous a few miles into the journey. Imagine a 1000+ mile trip, not by car through beautiful scenery, but rather by chariot through the desert. Such was the case for a man who had traveled to Jerusalem to worship and was now returning home. As he traveled, he read from the book of Isaiah and grew confused by the reading. Through God's servant Philip, this confusion was corrected, resulting in salvation and joy. Like this desert traveler, everyone can come to know the joy of salvation.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on November 6, 2022.

Most people can relate to longing for joy, but coming up short in the search. Though many things are tried that one believes should produce joy, they are found to be elusive. Ironically, the way to joy is discussed quite openly within the Bible, with many facets of joy in view. How, though, does God tell us that we can find joy? This study will be a companion to last week's sermon. If you missed it or want to pull the thoughts back into memory, you can find a recording of it at the link below.

https://audioboom.com/posts/8184777-the-joy-set-before-him

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on October 30, 2022

The concept of joy fills the pages of the Bible and is considered an essential feature of being part of God’s redeemed people. However, a deeper study of joy reveals that it is not always an easy idea to understand; still, it is a topic that…well…brings joy to the student! One intriguing mention of joy is found in association with our Lord’s work for our salvation. The Hebrew writer states, “Who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross” (12:2). In this lesson, we will explore this idea and how it relates to our own joy in a sermon entitled, “The Joy Set Before Him.”

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on October 23, 2022.

Feeling content is what most people desire yet finding it can prove elusive. Often, the idea is held that if one can get enough in the bank or pay for a house or land a good job contentment will soon follow. While this may sound reasonable on the surface, it is far different than what Paul believed as he wrote “I have learned in whatever situation I am in to be content.” Finding this attitude requires an understanding of what true contentment means and knowing who can provide it.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on October 23, 2022.