Longmire Road Church of Christ

Summary This sermon explores the biblical account of Naaman's leprosy and its spiritual parallels to sin, emphasizing the importance of humility, obedience, and trusting God's plan for salvation. Link to Powerpoint Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1plUQBBOTahieQbLQ_wnZFMxfsJBC3zEp/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=104741189685017714766&rtpof=true&sd=true Key Topics Naaman's...

Summary Morne Stephanus explores the biblical and historical foundations of the United States, emphasizing the importance of God's sovereignty, righteousness, and the sanctity of life in maintaining national stability. He highlights the nation's reliance on divine principles rooted in Scripture and calls for a return to these values to ensure its future. Link To Powerpoint Presentation: https://do...

Summary Morne Stephanus  explores the foundational principles of endurance in the Christian life, emphasizing persuasion, perception, and practice to stay faithful and reach eternal rewards. Key Topics The importance of faithfulness and endurance in the Christian walk The role of persuasion and how to stay persuaded in Christ The significance of perception and viewing life spiritually Practicing r...

Summary This sermon explores the profound privileges, responsibilities, and reverence associated with being citizens of God's unshakable kingdom. It emphasizes the importance of listening to God's word, living with gratitude, and serving with reverence. Key Topics Privileges of the Christian: fellowship, access to heaven, mediation of Christ Persistence and patience in faith amidst worldly shaking...

Summary This sermon explores biblical perspectives on heaven, the earth, and the misconceptions propagated by Jehovah's Witnesses, emphasizing the spiritual nature of eternal life and the importance of understanding scripture in context. Link to Powerpoint Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/16WDvOZyAZJMAZv3KbrO7Qp48JkaWGqES/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=104741189685017714766&r...

In this sermon, Morne Stephanus explores the importance of godliness, masculinity, and responsibility in restoring moral values in society. He emphasizes the biblical roles of men and women, the need for leadership, and standing firm against immorality. Link to Powerpoint: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TtRFXTlTuYMMU9uUy-Tm1lq7PFtbEexl/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=104741189685017714766&am...

Summary In this episode, Morne Stephanus explores the biblical understanding of heaven, addressing common misconceptions and the symbolic nature of apocalyptic language in Revelation. He emphasizes the importance of proper hermeneutics and the inclusive promise of heaven for all faithful believers. Key Topics The biblical concept of heaven and its reality The symbolic nature of apocalyptic languag...

Summary This sermon explores the profound question 'Do you know my Jesus?' and delves into the biblical understanding of Jesus' identity as the Word, the expression of Jehovah, and the Savior. It emphasizes the importance of knowing Jesus personally and the ways to do so through proclamation, illustration, verification, and revelation. Key Topics The distinction between knowing about Jesus and kno...

Summary This episode explores the false doctrines of Mormonism regarding heaven, contrasting them with biblical teachings. It highlights the importance of understanding scripture correctly to avoid misleading beliefs about the afterlife. Key Topics Mormon doctrine of multiple heavens Biblical view of the kingdom of God The meaning of 'mansions' in John 14 Obedience and salvation in scripture The d...

Summary This episode explores the presence of Christ in the Old Testament, emphasizing that Jesus is saturated throughout every page, not just in direct prophecies. It discusses the overarching spiritual problem of sin, God's redemptive plan, and how various biblical figures exemplify the need for and availability of redemption through Christ. This interview explores the profound biblical insights...

Summary This sermon explores the biblical principles of unity within the church, emphasizing character traits like humility, meekness, and love, and the essential components such as organization, direction, expectation, submission, and veneration. It highlights the importance of adhering to God's instructions to maintain true unity and avoid division. Key Topics The importance of unity in the New...

Summary This sermon explores the biblical pattern of repentance, emphasizing the importance of verbal apology, recognition of sin, request for mercy, and restoration of fidelity. It highlights God's promises of forgiveness, healing, and favor for those who genuinely return to Him, using examples from Old and New Testament scriptures. Key Topics The biblical pattern of repentance God's promises to...

Summary This sermon explores the doctrine of reincarnation, its roots in Hinduism and Buddhism, and contrasts it with biblical teachings on life, death, and hope. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the biblical perspective on God's nature, the uniqueness of life, and the certainty of eternal judgment. Key Topics Roots of reincarnation in Hinduism and Buddhism Biblical teaching on life,...

Summary This sermon emphasizes the vital role of mothers in the home and society from a biblical perspective. It explores the spiritual, moral, and practical influence of godly mothers, highlighting their faith, compassion, counsel, and commitment to God's design. Key Topics The influence of mothers in shaping society The faith and conviction of godly women The importance of maternal compassion an...

Summary This episode explores the biblical and theological perspectives on death, the afterlife, and the false doctrines surrounding annihilation. It aims to clarify what scripture teaches about the soul, heaven, hell, and the importance of understanding these doctrines for righteous living and evangelism.  Key Topics The biblical view of death and the soul False doctrines of annihilation and thei...

Summary This sermon explores the foundational role of love in the Ten Commandments and the entire moral law of God. It emphasizes that God's love for Israel was the basis for their salvation and His commandments, and that love must be reciprocated through devotion, reverence, and righteous treatment of others. Key Topics Love as the foundation of God's law The role of salvation in motivating obedi...

Summary This sermon explores the profound significance of the ascension of Jesus Christ, highlighting its prophecy, public witness, and divine purpose. It emphasizes how the ascension fulfills biblical prophecy, demonstrates Christ's authority, and prepares believers for eternal life. Key Topics Prophecies of Jesus' Ascension in Psalms and Daniel The public nature of Jesus' ascension and its witne...

Summary This sermon explores Ezekiel chapter 18, emphasizing God's justice and fairness in judgment. It addresses common misconceptions about inherited guilt, accountability, and the importance of personal responsibility and repentance. Key Topics Ezekiel chapter 18 and God's justice The misconception of inherited guilt The sovereignty and moral statutes of God The importance of personal accountab...

Summary This sermon explores the profound question 'Were you there?' by examining the actions of key individuals present at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It challenges listeners to reflect on their own spiritual stance through the stories of Judas Iscariot, Peter, Pilate, and the thief on the cross, emphasizing the importance of unwavering faith and commitment to Christ. Key Topics The actions...

Summary This sermon series emphasizes the importance of proper motivation and mindset in evangelism. It explores how to prepare oneself spiritually to effectively share the gospel, focusing on motives like salvation, imitation of Christ, and societal reform, while highlighting the need for responsibility and productivity in God's work. Key Topics The importance of proper motivation in evangelism T...

Summary This sermon explores the resurrection of Jesus Christ, examining historical evidence, common theories against it, and the biblical account to affirm the truth of the resurrection. It aims to strengthen faith and address doubts about this cornerstone of Christianity. Key Topics Historical account of Jesus' death and burial Common theories denying the resurrection Biblical evidence for the r...

Summary This sermon explores the critical importance of salvation, the reality of life after death, and the eternal consequences of our choices. Using Luke 16, it vividly describes the destinies of the rich man and Lazarus, emphasizing the urgency of obeying the gospel to avoid eternal torment. Key Topics The two destinations after death: Heaven and Hell The vivid description of the afterlife in L...

Summary This sermon explores the biblical understanding of the second coming of Christ, focusing on Matthew 24, and clarifies common misconceptions about prophetic language, timing, and signs. It emphasizes the importance of context, hermeneutics, and staying faithful to scripture to avoid false teachings. Key Topics The destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 as a prophecy fulfilled The distinction bet...

Summary This sermon explores the challenges and reasons why many people reject the gospel of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of obedience, repentance, and the urgency of salvation. It highlights biblical examples and teachings to motivate listeners to respond to God's call. Key Topics Reasons for rejection of the gospel Biblical examples of forgiveness and salvation The importance of obed...

Summary This sermon explores the profound concept of God's grace, its power, principles, and promises, using the song 'Amazing Grace' as a biblical framework. It emphasizes the transformative power of grace in salvation, its didactic nature, and the eternal promises awaiting believers.  Key Topics The power of grace in salvation The biblical principles of grace and obedience The promises of eterna...