Orangeburg (SC) Church of Christ Audio

While there is nothing wrong with wanting to be the very best we can, there is a problem when our ambitions potentially come at the expense of others. That was a lesson that James and John needed to learn, and that we would do well to pay attention to also. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

This lesson continues our study of qualities from 2 Peter 1 in which all Christians should be growing. Today’s topic is virtue, or moral excellence. Let’s consider exactly what it is, and look at some examples of this quality in the lives of God’s people. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

Moses is an example of one who was strong and courageous, and led God’s people during their wilderness wanderings. In today’s class, we take a look at a few qualities of Moses life that showed him to be a good leader and one who trusted in God. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley

Wednesday evening Bible class, continuing our focus on the beginnings of Paul’s imprisonment, considering his time standing before the Jewish council and the plot on his life that would eventually have him sent away from Jerusalem. Teacher: Justin P. Sivley

Like an Olympic athlete, Christians have a race to run, and we must run that race with endurance. Unlike an Olympic athlete, we are running for a prize that is imperishable and beyond value. So we keep on pressing forward, remembering those who have gone before us, and fixing our eyes on Jesus, who suffered … Continue reading Run the Race – Hebrews 12:1-3 (2/27/22 p.m. sermon)

When our world seems to be falling apart, God’s people know that we can always turn to him. We can trust in him, and not allow ourselves to become overwhelmed by the turmoil that we see all around us. We can be still, and rest, and know that he is God. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

If we are going to be strong and courageous in the Lord, we have to create good habits in our walk with Jesus. As we think about that truth in our Bible class, we consider some habits that we need to build, and also how to go about building those habits.

Our study tonight focuses on the aftermath of Paul’s defense before his fellow Jews in Acts 22. Though he is initially intended to be beaten by Roman soldiers, Paul’s citizenship saves him from the scouring. Later he is taken before the Sanhedrin in hopes that some answers will be revealed.

A message of encouragement in a time when there is so much uncertainty about our future. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

When Peter spoke of different elements of our growth in 2 Peter 1:5-8, the foundation of it all was our faith in Jesus as the Christ. At all times, children of God should be seeking to grow in our faith. This morning we enlist some help from the apostle John in helping us understand the … Continue reading Faith Overcomes the World – 1 John 5:1-5 (2/20/22 a.m. sermon)