Fairview Church of Christ

The greatest threat to a church is unresolved conflict. In the book of Philemon, Paul pleads on behalf of Onesimus that Philemon would be reconciled to Onesimus. In this study, Evangelist Brent Dyer examines Paul’s method of peacemaking between Philemon and Onesimus in order to resolve church conflict.

Romans 12:3-8. To a diverse First Century church, Paul emphasized the message that in Christ Jesus, "we are one." This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman examines that precious truth and helps us see what “being one” means for us today.

If we only had to be disciples of Jesus one day a week or every once in a while, it would be easy. However, He has called us to be His disciples every day for the rest of our lives, and that can be difficult. This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman considers three demands of daily discipleship.

2 Corinthians 4:7-5:10. “We have this treasure in jars of clay.” Our earthly bodies, troubled by weakness, display to the world the power of God in us and remind us of our longing to be clothed in eternal life. This second study in 2 Corinthians 4 and 5 by Evangelist Brent Dyer, investigates God’s power, the life of Jesus, and the hope of eternal life as motivation for boldness and perseverance in...

I Samuel 16:7. While we see the things, people, and circumstances of our world every day, so does God. But the way He sees is often different from the way we see. After God rejected Saul as king of Israel, Samuel is sent to anoint the next king. This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman considers God’s words to Samuel that, "God sees not as man sees."

2 Corinthians 2:1 – 7:16. Paul wrote to the Corinthian Christians about a treasure in clay jars (2 Cor 4:7). He made a distinction between a vessel and its contents. With this lesson, we begin a study of 2 Corinthians. This study of 2 Corinthians 2-7 by Evangelist Brent Dyer focuses on the treasure, which is the gospel message, and what this treasure demands from us.

Col. 1:24-29. We all set goals for our personal lives. Of all the worthwhile goals we can pursue in life, the most important is that of reaching maturity in Jesus Christ. This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman focuses on two "big picture" points from Scripture that help us pursue that goal.

Vernon White is an Elder with the Anderson, Indiana congregation. He recently traveled to Colombia to preach the Gospel. In this lesson, Evangelist Vernon White shared some of his experiences in Colombia.

1 Corinthians 6:9-11. Our culture today is not all that different from what Paul writes about in this passage. This study will remind Christians of where we once were, and if we're not a Christian, it will show us where we are now. This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman is relevant whether one is "in" Christ or not, it applies to us all.

We often focus our teaching on how to respond to God. This sermon goes one step back to answer: Who is God that we should respond to Him? This study by Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at several passages to inspire awe and worship for the awesome, faithful, terrifying, and loving God we serve.

Psalm 47. Even though our world may appear to be in chaos and rapidly spinning out of control, it is not no matter what may happen. In this study by Evangelist Jacob Holman, we remind ourselves of what the psalmist wrote so long ago that, as the King of the earth, God is firmly in control.

When we see people “in need” - physically, mentally, emotionally, or relationally, do we only see life’s necessities, or do we see their greatest need? This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman considers the greatest need of all and some people who need the Lord Jesus Christ.

Titus 2:3-5. Paul offered advice to the church in Crete for older women to train the younger women to be good wives and mothers who are virtuous and hardworking. In a world where the family is under fire, the relationship of older women training younger women is an important and often neglected aspect of what we do as a church. This study by Evangelist Brent Dyer encourages women of all ages to cr...

Philippians 2:1-18. In his instructions to the Christians at Philippi, Paul places importance on not complaining. This study by Evangelist Phil Robertson examines why Christians should refuse to complain.

John 18:33-19:11 Jesus, during Pilate’s interrogation, tells Pilate that His kingdom was not of this world. This study by Evangelist Phil Robertson explains why our hope is not in this world. Instead, Christians have a monarch, king and Lord in control with a kingdom like no other.

Phil Robertson, featured speaker for the Fairview Bible Workshop Weekend, talks about the role social media and technology play in our lives today. This lesson examines how technology can be a distraction not only from family and friends, but how it affects life in general and our walk with God.

Do you ever wonder why God made marriage? Do you ever wonder what its real purpose is? This study by Fairview Evangelist Jacob Holman answers those questions about marriage by investigating God’s true purpose for marriage, and by thinking about three ways to have a meaningful marriage.

Ecclesiastes 11:10. The days of one’s youth can certainly be a great season of life, but it can also be a challenging one. This study by Fairview Evangelist Jacob Holman considers the wise man’s words of admonition to help today’s young people navigate these years in a way that they can enjoy them to the fullest.

Acts 2:38. The Bible teaches baptism is a necessary step in becoming a Christian. Yet, the stand on baptism is perhaps the most significant doctrine distinguishing the church of Christ from other churches. This study by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer addresses the origins and purpose of baptizing, as well as some common points of contention on the subject.

Psalm 32. We live in a world of suffering. In this short psalm, David expresses what we’ve all experienced - suffering for our sin. But he also reminds us that, when we admit our sin to God, He forgives and turns our suffering into a blessing. This study by Fairview Evangelist Jacob Holman takes a closer look at Psalm 32 and sin.

Deuteronomy 30:19, Ezekiel 36:25-28. We all face choices in life. When Moses was giving The Law, he said, “I set before you life and death, choose life.” This is also Ezekiel’s message as he persuades the rebellious Israelites that their sin is a matter of life and death. This sermon by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at how even after Israel reaps the consequence for their sins, God has powe...

Matthew 5-7. The Sermon on the Mount is familiar to many, but what makes a good Christian? This study by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines four Christian traits from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.

1 Cor 2:3-5. We often make excuses for our service to God, but God reminds us that He can work with weakness. This sermon by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at some great Bible characters to remind us that success and strength come from God, not us.

A look at what Matthew, Mark, and Luke record about the Centurion at the cross the day Jesus was crucified. This study by Fairview Evangelist Jacob Holman will help us see what the Centurion saw that day at the cross and how it impacted his life.

I Cor. 16:1-2. The New Testament shows us how God wanted first-century churches to collect funds to do the work of the church. This sermon by Fairview Evangelist Jacob Holman examines the collection of church funds and why Christians give financially to the local church’s work.