David denHartog teaches from Luke 8:4-15. In today's passage, we will examine how God's grace is essential for believing in Him, just as much as it is for growing in our relationship with Him. His grace is always available to all people, and it never runs out. Additional Scripture References: John 3:16; Hebrews 415-16; 2 Timothy 2:1-4; 1 Corinthians 15:10; John 6:5-14
David denHartog teaches selected passages from Titus and Galatians. How can someone who is already saved grow in Christ, and what role does grace play in a believer's growth? We will discover the answers to these questions in the passage from Titus. Additionally, the passages from Galatians will show us how God's grace frees believers from legalism. Additional Scripture References: Titus2:11-14; Galatians 2:20-21; John 1:17; Romans 6:1-2; Galatians 4:9-10; Colossians 2:20-23; Galatians 5:1 and 1...
David denHartog teaches from 1 John 5:9-13. Can a believer be 100% sure they are going to heaven? In today's passage, we will explore five key points regarding the basis of assurance in eternal life. Additional Scripture References: 1 John 1:8; Romans 8:38-39
Today, we begin a new series called Amazing Grace. David denHartog teaches from Galatians 1:6-9. He will discuss what one must do to be saved, the meaning of Grace and Faith, and the three positions outlined in today's text. Additional Scripture References: Romans 3:23-24 & 25; Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 4:20-21; Proverbs 30:6; Revelation 22:18; Revelation 3:20; John 1:11-12; Romans 12:1-2; Acts 2:38
Dean Elliott teaches from Exodus 34:6-7. After failing God, Moses interceded on Israel's behalf. The Lord responds with His characteristics, which we will explore in depth in today's message. We will also see how things can be passed down from one generation to another, which isn't always good or bad. Additional Scripture References: Exodus 34:5; Psalm 51:3 and 5
To conclude our series on the book of Jeremiah, Kevin Bentley teaches from Jeremiah 32 and 33. In today's chapters, we will see how no one can stop God's plan or the timing of His plans. God offers a promise of restoration and hope for His people and all who come to Him, even in the face of adversity. Additonal Scripture References: 2 Timothy 2:11-12 ; Isaiah 66:8; Genesis 31:1
For Youth Sunday, Kevin Sale teaches from 2 Timothy 2:2. Kevin challenges the church to reflect on what they are doing to embrace the life that Christ has called them to. In today's passage, we will see how one can determine if their actions in life truly matter. He will also discuss the significance of discipleship, what it means to be a disciple, and how to make disciples. Additional Scripture References: 2 Timothy 4:6-8; Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 12:29-31; 1 Thessalonians 2:8: Mark 8:34-35; Roma...
Dean Elliott teaches select verses from Jeremiah 29. In today's teaching, we will see that God's will for a believer can sometimes be challenging. When this happens, what will you hold onto? Will you hold onto your faith in God or believe the lies from the enemy? Additional Scripture References: Philippians 3:20
David denHartog teaches from various passages in the book of Jeremiah. Throughout the book of Jeremiah, we see much suffering which is both deserved and undeserved. Today we will go over how believers should respond to both deserved and undeserved suffering. Additional Scripture References: Hebrews 12:5-11; Jeremiah 26:1-4; Jeremiah 38:3, 14-18, 21, 23; Jeremiah 15:10-19; Jeremiah 20:8-9; 2 Peter 5:9
Kevin Bentley teaches from Jeremiah 24 and 25. In the Bible, history constantly repeats itself as Israel turns away from God, leading to consequences. Yet, they always end up repenting and becoming restored, but this cycle repeats time and time again. Today's passage will illustrate this repetitive cycle in the history of Israel. Additional Scripture References: Ecclesiastes 1:9; Luke 1:24; Revelation 18; 1 Peter 4:17; Exodus 20:5-6
David denHartog teaches from 1 Corinthians 15 for Easter Sunday. In today's passage, we will see how Jesus' resurrection from the grave is important for three reasons to which we must hold fast. Additional Scripture References: Isaiah 53:5; Psalm 16:10; Romans 1:4; 1 John 3:2
To conclude the final session of our Prophecy Conference, guest speaker Ted Vanlandeghem shares insights from various scriptures on how much Biblical prophecy has already been fulfilled. Although no one knows the time of Jesus Christ's return, it's important to feel a sense of urgency about sharing with those who do not yet believe, before it's too late.
Dean Elliott teaches from Jeremiah 23:9-40. Today we will explore five questions related to the passage that will help believers discern the voice of the Lord amidst many competing voices, including the enemy's voice, which is often cloaked in deception. Additional Scripture References: John 10:1-5; James 3:1
David denHartog teaches from select verses of chapters 21-23 in the book of Jeremiah. In some degree or another, all believers are called to shepherd those that the Lord has placed in their lives. In today's passages, we will see five different kings who were called to shepherd the people of Israel and only one that is The Good Shepherd. Additional Scripture References: Galatians 6:10; 2 Kings 23:32; John 10:10; Psalm 23
Kevin Bentley teaches from Jeremiah 18. He begins with an illustration of a potter shaping clay, similar to how the Lord molds Israel, His clay. Just as clay can be uncooperative, so can humanity resist God. While the interpretation of this passage pertains to the nation, its application is personal and relevant to believers today.
Dean Elliott teaches from Jeremiah 16 and 17. Today’s chapters will highlight three items that all believers should carry in their bags during their spiritual journey. These three items are not just for one-time use; they are essential for believers to contemplate each day. Additional Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4-5; 1 John 5:16; Psalm 139:23-24; Philippians 1:6
David denHartog continues the series A Call to Spiritual Renewal , teaching from Jeremiah 14:1-15:21. In today's passage we will see the people of God nearing the point of no return, meaning they didn't respond to God and so His judgement was near. Today, this can be of unbelievers and believers alike. Additional Scripture References: Hebrews 12:16-17
Kevin Sale teaches from Philippians 1:27-30 as part of the Discipleship Now (DNOW) weekend.
Kevin Bentley teaches from Jeremiah 13. The tribe of Judah ignored all of the signs from God, and believers today may sometimes do the very same. In today's passage, we will see six illustrations God gives Jeremiah of the coming judgment. Will you ignore the signs from God? Or will you turn to Him instead? Additional Scripture References: Leviticus 16:23; Proverbs 16:18; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Isaiah 55:11; 1 Timothy 4:2
Dean Elliott teaches from verses in Jeremiah 11 and 12. These passages are a response to a series of questions that Jeremiah has for God. God answers Jeremiah's questions faithfully, but not as Jeremiah expected. Additional Scripture References: 2 Timothy 4:7
David denHartog continues our current series on the book of Jeremiah, teaching selected verses from Jeremiah 7:1-10:25. In today's passages, we will explore four characteristics of the true religion that God desires to see in His people. Christianity is both a relationship with Jesus and a religion, but this religion must be practiced in truth. Additional Scripture References: James 1:27; Philippians 2:4; Psalm 139:23-24
Once a year, CBC takes the opportunity to share the state of the church. This is a time to celebrate what the Lord has done in our ministries and cast a vision for what's to come in each ministry for the new year. CBC’s Constitution requires the church to have a ‘State of The Church’ once a year.
Missionary Kelly Kosky visits Cleburne Bible Church today, all the way from the Republic of Transkei, and teaches from Matthew 9:35-38. For more information visit www.kellykoskyministries.com .
Kevin Bentley teaches from Jeremiah 3:6-25. In today's passage, we will see how seriously God takes reconciliation because He values relationships deeply. Believers can sometimes avoid true reconciliation with others and, at times, even with God regarding their sins against Him. However, His desire is for genuine confession and forgiveness, most importantly toward Him and toward one another. Additional Scripture References: Jeremiah 3:1-6; Luke 16:31
Dean Elliott teaches from Jeremiah 2:1-3:5. This particular section of Jeremiah is the formal legal indictment letter of idolatry to the people of Israel. Most all believers struggle with idolatry in one way or another. And to God, Idolatry is a matter of one's heart.
David denHartog begins a new series in Jeremiah called "A Call to Spiritual Renewal." The book of Jeremiah illustrates both spiritually and metaphorically how the walls of Jerusalem were weak due to the sin of its people, and how eventually they would fall. Believers today may feel the same way, but God has placed a calling in each one of their lives, much like he did Jeremiah, to fulfill His plans and purpose.
Dean Elliott teaches from Psalm 116 as the last message of the year. Additional Scripture References: 1 John 4:19
Kevin Bentley teaches from Matthew 1:1-17. Today's passage is about Jesus' genealogy. Interestingly, this passage contains all one needs to know about Christianity. Kevin will draw five simple truths from this list of names that serve as a reminder of God's sovereignty and His purpose for believers. Additional Scripture References: John 3:16; Romans 8:28-29; Luke 5:32; Acts 27:27; 2 Samuel 7:16
Dean Elliott teaches from Matthew 1:22-23 and Isaiah 7. Today's passages will help believers focus in on what Christmas is truly about. Although one's circumstances may change, God and His promises never change. Believers can rest in this assurance in Him, which is all He asks, for one to believe and trust in Him alone. Additional Scripture References: Genesis 3:15; Isaiah 7:14; Luke 2:11-12
Kevin Bentley wraps up the "What to Look for in a Church" series based on the book of 1 Timothy. He teaches from 1 Timothy 6:11-21. According to today's passage, a follower of Jesus should be a man (or woman) of action. Paul is calling Timothy to be a man of God and a man of action. This is an example of how believers are called to live a godly life set apart from the rest of the world. Additional Scripture References: Proverbs 22:3; Philippians 2:12; Romans 7
