Oak Grove Church - Evansville, WI

Guest speaker Andrew Hollingsworth delivers a sermon based on Matthew 9:35-38. He discusses the "plentiful harvest" and the need for laborers, sharing personal experiences from his time in Mexico and emphasizing the importance of compassion, prayer, and being ready to follow God's call. Watch Sermon

This sermon is delivered by Dave Hollingsworth and focuses on Philippians 3. Key Themes of the Sermon: Rejoicing in the Lord, Confidence in Christ vs. Flesh, Pressing On, and Unity in the Body. Watch Sermon

Pastor Josh delivers a sermon based on the letter of Philemon. He emphasizes how the apostle Paul uses the power of the gospel to persuade Philemon to accept Onesimus—not just as a servant, but as a brother in Christ. The sermon highlights themes of reconciliation, Christian love (agape), and stewardship. Watch Sermon

Pastor Josh Brumbaugh explores the list of individuals in the final chapter of Colossians, emphasizing that Christ is the key to making an impactful life. He highlights key figures like Tychicus (a faithful brother), Onesimus (a living testimony of grace), and Aristarchus (a partner in suffering) as examples of those who remained Christ-centered despite their circumstances. The sermon includes a c...

Pastor Josh delivers a message on the biblical structure of the household. He emphasizes that Christian households should be centers of faith and discipleship, with clear, straightforward directives provided in Colossians 3. He highlights that every role—wives, husbands, children, and those in professional relationships—is called to work and live as if serving the Lord directly. Watch Sermon

This week's sermon focuses on the theme of "Putting on the New" based on Colossians 3:12-17. Pastor Josh preaches on the transition from the "old nature" to the "new man" in Christ. He emphasizes that the Christian life is not a battle between two equal natures, but a replacement where the old identity is set aside. Watch Sermon

Pastor Josh delivers a message from Colossians 3:5-11. He takes a look at what it means to put off the old self, and put on the new identity in Jesus Christ.  Watch the Sermon

The Trap of Carnal Asceticism- Pastor Josh explores the fourth and final trap mentioned in Colossians 2, which he defines as "carnal asceticism"—a human-made effort characterized by severe treatment of the body to achieve spiritual merit. True growth comes from Christ, who is the head of the body. Pastor Josh encourages us to fix our eyes on Christ, who is the only source of life and the...

The Trap of Eastern Mysticism Pastor Josh breaks down the trap of Eastern Mysticism warning believers against being taken captive by "philosophy and empty deceit" or the "elemental spirits of the world." Pastor Josh defines Eastern mysticism as a broad, complex trap that often promises peace or power but ultimately lacks the substance found in Christ. He urges the congregation...

Sermon: The Trap of Religious Legality. Pastor Josh delivers a sermon cautioning the congregation against "religious legality"—the tendency to impose human-made rules and traditions that burden others and obscure the true life found in Jesus Christ. Watch the Sermon

Sermon: Knowing God. Pastor Jonathan leads a sermon centered on the nature of God and the significance of knowing Him. - Creation and Majesty: He reflects on God's design, from microscopic biological precision to the vastness of the universe, emphasizing that we exist to glorify God. - God's Sovereignty: The sermon discusses God as the Creator, Sustainer, and Father, noting that human be...

Sermon: “The Trap of Human Philosophy” - Colossians 2:8–23 In this message we examine Paul’s warning against being taken captive by human philosophy and empty deceit—ways of thinking rooted in human tradition and spiritual forces rather than in Christ. Though these ideas often appear wise, sophisticated, or spiritually advanced, they ultimately fail to restrain sin or give life. In this message, w...

2026 Easter Sunday service! A joyful celebration focused on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the hope found in him. The Sermon - "Life Hidden with Christ in God": Pastor Josh delivers a message based on Colossians 3:1-4, emphasizing that the believer's life is inextricably linked to the risen Christ. He stresses that because Christ rose, those connected to him share in his victo...

Pastor Josh walk through Colossians 2:8–23. Watch the Sermon

Pastor Josh delivers the sermon “Staying Christ-Centered Even Through Entrapments” from Colossians 2:8-15.  Watch the Sermon

"How to Step Forward with Jesus," - Colossians 2:6-7.  Watch the Sermon

How to Stand to Save Others - Colossians 1:21 - 2:5. Pastor Josh highlights the suffering, speaking, and supplication involved in Christian ministry based on Paul's letter to the Colossians. Watch Sermon

The sermon "Christ-Centered Reality" from the series "Put on Abounding Life in the Lord Christ" focuses on Colossians 1, particularly verses 15-20, highlighting "Christ-centered reality." Pastor Josh uses the historical example of Giorgio Perlasca, who rescued Jews during WWII, to illustrate the concept of being "transferred from the domain of darkness to the kin...

The sermon from the series "Put on Abounding Life in the Lord Christ" is titled "What is Your Purpose". The sermon is based on Colossians 1, where Pastor Josh discusses finding one's purpose through God, likening the church to a barrel held together by Jesus Christ. He shares the story of Epaphras as an example of faithful service. Watch the Sermon

Associate Pastor Jonathan Hollingsworth walks through Genesis 19. We see that the pursuit of the world ends in devastation, yet with God there’s delight and hope. We are called to seek heavenly things, and not the ways of the world, lead those we love in God's ways, and to hope in God, for He can redeem all things.  Watch the Sermon

Genesis 18–19 reminds us that Sodom’s downfall was not one sin, but a pattern of rebellion : violent trespass, sexual immorality, pride, lawlessness, oppression of the vulnerable, and idolatry. God judged decisively—but also rescued the righteous, showing that He is both just and merciful. The warning is clear: don’t linger in sin, don’t look back with longing, and don’t assume judgment is only fo...

The sermon 'Intercession: Praying for Others' draws from Genesis 18 and 19 to illustrate Abraham's persistent prayer for Sodom and Gomorrah. Watch the Sermon

Pastor Josh introduces a new sermon series (Put On Abounding Life in the Lord Christ) on the book of Colossians. Sermon title is "A Household Sharing Life," emphasizing that the church of Christ is a new category: a household sharing life. He discusses the historical context of the letter, explaining Paul's third missionary journey and the origins of the Colossian church through Epa...

The sermon, delivered by Pastor Josh and based on John 14:25-31, focuses on Jesus defining and delivering peace in a way that differs from the world. To Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/LhDJkTWc8rk?si=lm9l-Xrp8vgABqbd&t=2666

Sermon - "The Believer Is Not an Orphan"  Pastor Josh delves into John 14:18, emphasizing that believers are not left as orphans. He clarifies that Jesus' departure was not permanent, a dereliction of duty, or a defeat, and that the Holy Spirit will guide and empower believers. To Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/SEm95lysxiQ?t=858s