Lake Street church of Christ Podcast

In a time when it is easy to feel overwhelmed by turmoil and uncertainty; we still have a solid refuge in the Lord. Consider the situation of the Judah as Assyria moved ever closer in their conquest of the land. Where would they turn to, who would deliver them?  What would be their stability in uncertain times?

When you attempt to tell someone about your faith, it is not uncommon to find sharp disagreements based on previously held thoughts and assumptions. What do you do in moments like that?  How do you proceed. This lesson seeks to illustrate the point that ALL people have biases. When we recognize them, we can begin to determine if they are hindering our search for truth.

Where is your focus? On your own ability or the ability of a preacher?  Do you view success in terms of others response or in terms of your own labor?  Paul teaches the church in Corinth to stop looking with worldly wisdom and start seeing that God is in control. It is His labor and we are just servants in His kingdom. How might that change your view of the work YOU can do for Him?

What is faith?  So many in the world today misuse this word to promote gullibility claiming Christians just follow blind faith. But is this true?  What is biblical faith and how should it shape out lives? 

Continuing our look at fear, we look at the words spoken to Paul when he was facing very fearful times. What can we learn from God's Word which can help us and help others to Not Be Afraid Any Longer.

Fear can be a life saving defense mechanism or a life crippling obstacle. For so many, fear controls their lives and manipulates their thinking. How can we ever be free from fear?  Join us as we examine the characteristics of God and learn how we can be Set Free From Fear.

Visiting guest speaker, Jim Hardy, examines a topic that has polarized the religious world. Homosexuality. A question many are asking is, "Has the church got homosexuality wrong?"  Some have suggested that because of the belief that the Bible is infallible, homosexuality should not be condoned in the church and this is leading to it's destruction in the modern day. Listen to this sermon as Brother Hardy asks the question, "Is the Church Killing Itself?"

Paul concludes the Thessalonian letter, having reminded the Christians there of the great gift God and how that should influence their conduct.  As you listen consider the value of he gift of eternal life in Christ Jesus that has been made available to you, God is faithful to bring these things to pass, how will you conduct yourself?

Have you ever struggled with the "Why" and the "How" things happen?  Why does justice get perverted? Why do bad people get away with good things and good people get treated badly? How can God allow these things to happen?  Listen to today's sermon, Trusting God in a Godless Society to see how one Jewish man, Habakkuk learned from God to trust in Him, draw strength from Him, and be saved by Him!

Paul instructs the Thessalonians to, "excel still more". For many of us, that can be our goal too.  However, our pursuit for growth can bring with it new difficulties. It is important we have the proper attitudes towards reaching our goals. Thankfully, Paul also provides us a great attitude towards reaching our goals...and our prize.