Gooch Lane Church of Christ Podcast

Faithful living is a lifelong process. From our baptism forward, it is essential that we continue to increase our faith in God and our holiness in both thought and action. Still, it is easy to get off track. Sometimes we allow our actions to display purity while our hearts are filled with less-than-holy desires. Conversely, it is possible to have good intentions and noble thoughts while paying little attention to allowing them to shape our deeds. This sermon will explore both of these challenges and examine what Christ desires of His followers.

Recorded June 21, 2026

Betrayal hurts, especially when it comes from someone who is loved. A first-century carpenter faced what appeared to be betrayal but chose mercy over retribution. Though he later learned that there had been no betrayal, he is used by the gospel writer Matthew to present a picture of genuine righteousness. This sermon will explore Matthew’s teachings on righteousness and how Joseph sets the standard for how God’s people are to treat others.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on May 31, 2026.

An inheritance is special; it demonstrates the love one has for another by bequeathing things of value, whether monetary or sentimental. The New Testament is filled with language concerning inheritances, with “inheriting the kingdom” holding a prominent place in the discussion. The means by which this inheritance is given and obtained are of utmost importance and will be the topic of this sermon. This study will focus not only on what has been done to provide this inheritance, but also on the expectations placed upon its recipients.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on May 17, 2026.

At first glance, Lot and Rahab seem to have little in common. Separated by centuries and coming from very different circumstances, these two biblical figures would not seem natural subjects for comparison. Yet a closer examination reveals many parallels, all centering on salvation from destruction. While their stories share many similarities, their responses to impending judgment differ sharply and, in so doing, illustrate two very different ways people respond to God. This sermon will examine the lives of these two individuals and help us better understand how we should, and should not, approach the salvation of the Lord.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on May 10, 2026.

The account of Jericho’s demise is one of the best-known passages in the Bible and presents a clear picture of God’s power over evil. In a most unusual display, He instructed His people to march around the city once a day for six days, and seven times on the seventh day. Only then did the walls fall. Thus, the writer of Hebrews states, “By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days” (11:30). Trust in God’s power led the people to obedient triumph.

God’s plan of salvation shares important similarities with this ancient account. This sermon will examine those parallels and consider what it truly means to trust in God’s power through obedient action.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on May 3, 2026.

With His earthly work completed, Jesus prepared to ascend back to the Father. Before departing, He gathered His disciples for one last command, often identified as His “Great Commission.” While these words gave essential direction to His apostles, they also challenge and comfort His modern-day followers. This sermon will delve into these important words and reveal the comfort offered to His followers, regardless of the century in which they live.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on April 26, 2026.

The account of the tower builders at Babel is one of the more unusual accounts in the Bible. With blatant disregard for God, they chose their own authority, their own project, and their own way of making a name for themselves. However, this was not to be; God brought their arrogance to an end by confusing their language, which led to their dispersal.

Though this occurred many years ago, the lessons from Babel are extremely important for both individuals and churches. This sermon will explore some of these lessons as they relate directly to attitudes about the work of the church.

A sermon given by Greg Chandler on April 19, 2026.