Orangeburg (SC) Church of Christ Audio

This lesson begins a new series of preaching through Paul’s letter to the Colossians. As we often like to do when we begin examining a new book in this way, this lesson will serve as an overall introduction to the book. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley 

There are some passages and concepts in Scripture that can instill fear in us if not properly understood.  We want to endeavor to understand these passages and concepts better by examining what the Bible says, rather than what we have been taught by others, or have assumed it says.  In that spirit we want to … Continue reading Eating and Drinking Unworthily – 1 Corinthians 11:27-29 (9/10/23 a.m. sermon)

As we continue our studies in the book of Proverbs, we review a bit of our previous lesson in Proverbs 3:19-23.  We then begin to consider the remainder of Proverbs 3, in which we understand that we can overcome fear through the wisdom of God, and that it is wise to do good for others … Continue reading Proverbs 3:24-35

As we study together this week, we continue to discuss the discipline of observation, and how to apply observational skills to our Bible study.  Once we have examined our text at a flyover view, and then at a ground level view, we want to dig deeper by looking even closer at the details of the … Continue reading Observation – Part 3 (9/6/23 Bible Class)

Psalm 16, while known for it’s Messianic application, is ultimately a song of trust and hope in God.  It can help us to understand that when we put our hope in God, he will take care of the things that need taking care of. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

Jesus’ cleansing of the leper, and all of his miracles, are capable of building faith in those who read of them (John 20:30-31).  But they can also teach us about ourselves.  We, as God’s people, need to be reminded that once we were unclean, we were cut off from God’s people, but we have been … Continue reading I Was a Leper – Matthew 8:1-3 (9/3/23 a.m. sermon)

Wisdom is a valuable treasure, to which nothing compares. Proverbs teaches us about the value of wisdom, given by God, and the many blessings that come from holding onto wisdom and trusting God in all of our ways.  He will not let us down. He will care for his people. Teacher: Jim Roquemore 

Prompted by a discussion about prayer, as well as coming across the passage in question after said discussion, this week we delve into the parable that Jesus gave in Luke 18:1-8.  In it we learn about our God, as well as how he invites us to pray without reservation, and without losing heart. Speaker: Justin … Continue reading A Widow, a Judge, and Prayer – Luke 18:1-8 (8/27/23 p.m. sermon)

The final lesson in our series on “The Spirit God Gave Us” from 2 Timothy Chapter 1.  This week’s focus is on the subject of self-control, and specifically what it means in the context in which Paul uses it.  We also consider how it is expected of all Christians, and how it relates to our … Continue reading The Spirit God Gave Us: Self Control – 2 Timothy 1:6-7 (8/27/23 a.m. sermon)

This special study looks at the challenging topic of anxiety.  It is something that God wants us to be free of, yet it is something that we all deal with.  In this lesson we will think about some things that cause our anxiety, as well as consider some thoughts about how to overcome. Teacher: Matt … Continue reading Dealing with Anxiety (8/27/23 Bible Class)