Orangeburg (SC) Church of Christ Audio

Jesus discussion with Nicodemus continues with a description of why the Son of God had come to the earth, and why he must be lifted up. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley

On an occasion when Jesus healed ten men of the disease called leprosy, he then marveled that only one returned to give thanks and praise God for his healing.  We are encouraged, as God’s children, to never cease to be thankful, and in fact, to be more thankful.  May we not be like the nine, … Continue reading Where Are the Nine? – Luke 17:11-19 (3/24/24 p.m. sermon)

As important as it is to know that God exists, we must also seek to understand what God is like, and that can only be done in the Scriptures.  In the book of Nahum, a book of judgement against a foreign nation, there is a brief discourse about the nature of God at the beginning … Continue reading What is God Like? – Nahum 1:1-8

The role of the apostles in the early church was to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to act as witnesses of the truth of his death, burial, and resurrection.  Together with the miracles that had been given to them by the Spirit, they worked to teach the doctrine of Christ within the early church. … Continue reading The Apostles and the Early Church (3/24/24 Bible Class)

John 3 introduces us to Nicodemus, a man who struggled a bit with the figurative language that Jesus used.  Nevertheless, Jesus discussion with Nicodemus is important for us to examine and to understand the implications of the idea of being born again. Teacher: Justin P Sivley

As part of the list of things that Christians are to “put on” as we “set our minds on things above,” the apostle Paul lists forgiveness as something that is an absolute must.  In tonight’s lesson we borrow a good amount from Chapter 3 of Bro. Dan Winkler’s excellent book, Forgiven, Forgiving, and Free: The Peace … Continue reading Forgiveness: “Easy” as 1, 2, 3! – Colossians 3:12-14 (3/17/24 p.m. sermon)

The prophet Micah spoke of being vindicated against those who derisively asked “Where is the Lord your God?”  In our day, that is a question that is still being asked, and Christians must stand ready to give an answer. Speaker: Justin P Sivley

After the day of Pentecost, the Apostles continued to play a vital role in the life of the early church. They were eyewitnesses of resurrected Christ, and they continued to proclaim the good news whenever the opportunity was given. Teacher: Matt Burleson

In this final look at some of the first impressions of Jesus, we read of his coming to the temple at the time of Passover and driving out all of the moneychangers and those who sold animals.  When questioned, he makes an early prediction about his coming death and resurrection.  Through all the signs that … Continue reading First Impressions – John 1:19-2:25 – Part 4 (3/13/24 Bible Class)

As we continue our closer look at Colossians 3:12-14, we turn our attention this week to two closely intertwined qualities, patience and forbearance. As we see both of these in the life of Jesus, we must also learn to demonstrate them ourselves, especially as it regards our brethren. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley