Cleburne Bible Church's Podcast

Kevin Sale teaches from 2 Timothy. We will see three main points in the passage: Kevin calls them the antidote to shame. Believers have the privilege to share the cure to sin in a broken world. With the antidote to shame, believers can boldly proclaim the gospel to the ends of the earth as they are called to do. Additional Scripture References: Romans 1:16; John 14:6; 2 Corinthians 5:14; Romans 12...

David denHartog teaches from Acts 8. There are no coincidences in life, the Gospel, or in evangelism. In this passage, we will see that those who search for God will be found by him. God wants to use all his people to share the gospel so that anyone and everyone may come to know Him. We will also see five points from this passage that will help us share the gospel. Additional Scripture References:...

Cleburne Bible Church is constitutionally required to share a ‘state of the church’ once a year.  David denHartog, Dean Elliott, Tom Worthley, Kevin Bentley, Kevin Sale, Vicki Neutzler, Eric Bishop and Leigh Worthley share what God has done in 2022, celebrating His faithfulness. We also take a brief look at the mission of CBC, goals for 2023, and future additions for the building.  

Dean Elliott teaches from Acts 8. In this passage we will see how the gospel expands to various surrounding regions. This act is an illustration of  God using difficult things for good. But none of this could be done with out the power of the Holy Spirit within those who believe. Additional Scripture References: 1 Samuel 15:23; James 5:16

Kevin Bentley teaches from Acts 6 and 7. Stephen delivers a powerful sermon prior to being stoned. In his sermon he brings revelation to the jewish counsel who misunderstands Jesus. We will see the pattern of selection, rejection and then suspension of God's blessing. This pattern that we see often in scripture, could be used to motivate believers to allow the Holy Spirit to lead them when th...

Dean Elliott teaches from Acts 6. We must never quit sharing the gospel and we must also never stop loving and serving others. But those who are called to preach and teach cannot be the ones to do everything much less do it all well. Church members are needed to help with serving in other areas aside from the preaching and teaching. These servants of the Lord, are the ones that take care of those...

David denHartog teaches from Acts 5. This passage is the first arrest of all 12 apostles and perhaps the greatest jail break in the entire Bible. It begins with an arrest, then an escape, a re-arrest and at last they were let go. We will see how nothing can stop what God has planned, He is in control. And when one is called by God, they must not give up just as we see the apostles continuing to th...

Don denHartog teachers from Colossians 4:12. Effective prayer is hard work. Specific details should be part of effective prayers. Wrestling in prayer is the efforts that must be put forth for effective prayers. Anyone who has a prayer wrestler praying for them is a blessed person! Additional Scripture references: Matthew 5:3-12

Kevin Bentley teaches from Acts 5. Moving into the new year we must focus on being obedient as well as good stewards of what the Lord has given to us. When we get to the root of our sin, we can often find pride. God will judge our sin to reveal to us the work He is doing. The church body must remain unified especially now more than ever so that when one falls we can continue to strive forward for...

David denHartog teaches from Genesis. The illustration of a lion and a lamb speaks of everything that Jesus was, is and will be forever. This illustration begins in Genesis and ends in Revelation. Before He was ever born, Jesus was prophesied about thousands of years ago. We will see some prophesies in these Old Testament that have come to pass, and one day we will see all prophesies fulfilled. Ad...

Dean Elliott teaches on Genesis 3. Christmas is truly about one thing, it always has been. In today's passage we will see the first promise of Christmas that was made over 2000 years ago. Every year celebrating Christmas should be a reminder of this promise. Additional Scripture References: Acts 3:20; Isaiah 7:14; Revelation 16:15

David denHartog teaches from Acts 4. Often times we find ourselves struggling with sharing the gospel to those closest to us. First there must be a desire within us which will then allow space for a supernatural boldness to work through us. This boldness comes from the power of the Holy Spirit and can be activated within us through fervent prayer. Additional Scripture References: Acts 4:13; Psalm...

Dean Elliott teaches from Acts 4. This will be the first trial of many, of the followers of Jesus. There are four observations  from this passage which includes: 1. Hostility roots towards the church, 2. Why the church does what it does, 3. Association with Christ Jesus, 4. CBC mission statement. Additional Scripture References: 2 Peter 3:12; Acts 3:19-21; Luke 20

Thanksgiving devotional by David denHartog. Testimonies & praise of God’s Work in the lives of CBC members and attenders during 2nd Service.

Kevin Bentley teaches from Acts 3. Peter is basically holding court in the temple, addressing the issue of sin. In this passage we will see contradictions, parallels, and prophecy. But importantly, we will also see practical truths that we can use in our day to day lives. Additional Scripture References: Numbers 35; Acts 4:4; Zachariah 12:10; Matthew 23:29; Genesis 3; Acts 1:6

Dean Elliott teaches from Acts 3. God is spreading the Gospel message through the twelve disciples, to the early church. Everything is changing among believers because of the Holy Spirit now indwelling in them. But not all those who are witnessing the signs and wonders are being filled with the Holy Spirit immediately. We will see Peter in his courageous state and many of those who chose Christ to...

David denHartog teaches from the last portion of Acts 2. In early verses, Peter tells us that the Jewish people were caught in the act and guilty of putting the Son of God on the cross. He later gives an invitation to these same people. But what exactly does this invitation mean?

Dean Elliott teaches from Acts 2. The disciples now have power to be witnesses, after the coming of the Holy Spirit upon them. The Holy Spirit is the power of the engine. Peter addresses Israel for what they've done to Jesus. However Jesus has accomplished what He came to do and now with the power of the Holy Spirit we have proof that Jesus is sitting, glorified, at the right hand of the Fath...

Kevin Bentley teaches from Acts chapter 2. The work of the Holy Spirit will always glorify Christ Jesus in the life of a believer. The work of the Holy Spirit was extremely pivotal at Pentecost since prior, He came and went but after, the Holy Spirit comes to stay with believers.  The Holy Spirit now empowers believers to be a witness of Jesus Christ in the world around them. Additional Scripture...

Pastor Dean teaches from the remaining scripture in Acts 1. We are to wait for the Holy Spirit as commanded by Jesus in the previous passage. But what are we to do while we wait? In this passage we will see that we are not to passively wait for the lord but rather actively wait.

David teaches from Acts 1. If we intend to be what Christ has called us to be, as Christians, there is one thing that is needed most. There are three parts in this passage that will reveals this. The intro, instruction from Christ, and the ascension of Christ. We will see that it is not what we need but who we need.  Additional scripture references: John 16; Galatians 2:20; Ephesians 5; Matthew 13...

Kevin Bentley teachers from Matthew 5. We can love others by serving our local communities outside of the church walls. Because of Christ in us, we are light to a dark world. What hope does the world have if Christians don’t live their lives faithfully as the salt and light of the world. And, this light in us was not meant for it to be kept to ourselves. We must  let our light reflect Jesus Christ...

Dean Elliott teaches from Ephesians 4 and 5. In order to be spiritually successful, have victory over sin, and be everything that God designed us to be, we must surrounded ourselves with other Christians. Although relationships can be challenging, they are well worth it. The challenges we may face in our relationships with one another, can be over come by imitating Jesus' sacrificial love and...

David denHartog teaches from Ephesians 5 and 6. When loving others through building our family intentionally, discipleship can first be defined by one's marriage relationship. Marriage allows opportunity for refinement and growth, which is then a means and measurement for discipleship. Discipleship also occurs within the parent-child relationship, no matter how old the parents or children are...

Kevin Bentley teaches from 2 Corinthians 5. Once we have passion for Christ and knowledge of the Bible, we should be compelled to proclaim Christ boldly.  What was Paul's motivation to live out his Christian life and proclaim Jesus? What motivates you to proclaim Christ as we are called to do? Additional Scripture References: Hebrews 2:14; Romans 6; Galatians 3:28; Genesis 3