Orangeburg (SC) Church of Christ Audio

As we continue this discussion, we spend some time considered the blessings of a gospel centered friendship with brothers and sisters in Christ. Some benefits of these relationships include encouragement in prayer and Bible study, while they also discourage us from wanting to give in to worldly living, Lastly, gospel centered friendships encourage us to … Continue reading Great Christians Sharpen One Another (Part 2) (3/27/22 Bible Class)

In this week’s lesson, we consider the remainder of Paul’s defense before Felix, as well as how Felix responded to the evidence laid before him. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley

We continue a discussion that we started last week, as we think about what a Christian’s responsibilities to his government are. We understand the need to be submissive (so long as we can do so and still obey Christ). Three reasons to submit are given. First, God is the creator of government Second, we know … Continue reading The Christian and Government – Romans 13:1-7 (3/20/22 p.m. sermon)

After hearing the phrase “Jesus’ Most Overlooked ‘Miracle'” used in the Radically Christian Bible Study Podcast recently, some thoughts began to develop about the power of Jesus to bring people together, and the unity that the church out to have because of the gospel. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

As Christians, we need to make sure that we surround ourselves with people that we can trust to help lead us to Christ. With that, we need to think about what qualities make a person trustworthy, and make sure that thsoe we associate with are a good influence to help us grow. Teacher: Matt Burleson

Paul’s trial before Felix continues with the conclusion of the charges brought against him by the Jews, followed by the beginning of Paul’s defense, in which he shows that there was no truth to the things he was being accused of. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley

Though it is not easy, Christians are commanded to submit to the governing authorities, and we are told that the authority that they bear comes directly from God. Together we consider a few thoughts about how that authority is given, and hopefully shed a small amount of light on some difficult questions we might have … Continue reading God and Government – Romans 13:1-7 (3/13/22 p.m. sermon)

Jesus often taught things that are contrary to human nature. The command in Matthew 5:43-48 is no different, perhaps hitting at a core humanistic desire, the desire for revenge. But Jesus teaches us to love our enemies, and in a parallel passage in Luke 6, teaches us how we are to do that. Speaker: Justin … Continue reading Love Your Enemies – Matthew 5:43-48 (3/13/22 a.m. sermon)

The next phase of Paul’s imprisonment begins as he is transported from Jerusalem to Caesarea, and stands his first trial before a Roman official when he is given a hearing by Felix, governor of Judea. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley

Continuing a discussion from a couple of weeks ago, we consider together how as Christians, we must not make excuses and we must have integrity. Instead of standing still, we must always keep ourselves moving forward, developing purity and practicing discernment in all things. Teacher: Matt Burleson