Pearls of Wisdom from Oyster Bay Church of Christ in Crawfordville, Florida

The grace of God is truly amazing when we consider it in light of God's holiness and justice. Unfortunately, God's grace is often either ignored or exploited. While we will never know freedom from the guilt of sin until we know the grace of God, we also must be careful that we do not abuse it and thus live under a delusion. The apostle Paul, in his letter to Titus, puts grace in a proper and balan...

In this insightful message, Dan Paulson takes us through the opening chapter of 1 John, a book he describes as a letter from a spiritual patriarch to those he loves. While many see the New Testament as ancient history, this study proves that the human psyche and our need for connection haven't changed in two millennia. By exploring the 46 mentions of "love" and the intentional way John addresses e...

Christians have long observed the first day of the week as the day to gather for communion, worship, and exhortation. Why not observe the seventh day of the week as the Sabbath as the Jews were commanded to do? In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we learn about the day God rested from creation, and the day which was institutionalized by Moses among the people of God. What did it mean and are...

For centuries, congregations of Christians have gathered on the first day of the week for corporate worship and edification. What is the basis for this practice? Was it a later tradition established by the Catholic church, or did the earliest Christians see some significance in the first day? Should it hold meaning to Christians today? ******* Hear more messages and find out more about Oyster Bay...

The management of an establishment or organization determines its success or failure. The same thing is true with our lives. In conversion, one becomes a new creation in Christ. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak: What occurs when Jesus takes over as Lord of our heart and life? ******* Hear more messages and find out more about Oyster Bay Church of Christ in Crawfordville, FL on our website:...

In one of Jesus' most simple but profound parables, Jesus unlocks a mystery of the human heart: why many do not believe and obey the Lord. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we look at barriers to belief; things that hinder the word of God from bearing the fruit of faith and obedience in our lives. ******* Hear more messages and find out more about Oyster Bay Church of Christ in Crawfordvil...

Labor Day became a US holiday in the late-19th century and was begun to honor the accomplishments and contributions of the American worker in making the country what it had become. The kingdom of heaven is designed to rely on those who work for the Lord for its success and continued growth in the world today. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we look at qualities the Master is seeking in t...

When the prophet Amos went to Bethel to prophesy against wicked nations, including Israel, he prefaced each condemnation with an interesting phrase. He said that for three sins and four God's judgment would fall upon them. What was the significance of this statement? In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we learn what the prophet meant and how it should sound a warning to our own generation. *...

We are faced with thousands of decisions, conscious and unconscious, every hour. One psychology source says we make as many as thirty thousand choices each day. Though every decision has some consequence, most are not measureable. Some, however, determine the trajectory of our life and even our eternal soul. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we talk about three of the most vital decisions...

Without faith it is impossible to please God and the just shall live by faith. Christians, after the order of Paul, walk by faith and not by sight. These affirmations are plainly stated in scripture. So, what does it mean to live by faith? In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak we consider the TRUTH aspect, the TRUST aspect, and the TEST aspect of faith. ******* Hear more messages and find out m...

Life, for many people, is a unending pursuit of happiness. The search usually leads them in search of pleasure and prosperity. Is this what happiness is all about? Does God even want us to be happy in this life? Perhaps that seems like an odd question but it's one that many people ask and many more make false assumptions about. Some attempt to justify sinful decisions by claiming that God wants us...

How many opportunities has God graciously given you to repent? The long history of humankind is the story of God unfolding His plan to redeem sinful man through the channel of those who were called His people. They were given more advantage and opportunity than any other people on earth. However, Jesus vividly illustrated how the religious leaders of His day rebuffed the overtures of God. In His r...

Can something that is free cost us something at the same time? Eternal life is the gift of God given by His grace. We have not and will never do anything to merit His favor and the salvation He provides. There is a paradox for us to consider though: this gift does not come without cost. In the broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we learn about the high cost of providing and receiving the gift of God...

One of the scribes who questioned Jesus in the final week of His earthly ministry stands apart from the others. While most of those pious religious leaders querying the Christ that day were hard of heart and a great distance from God, this man impressed the Lord. Jesus said, "Thou art not far from the kingdom of God." What brought him so near? Many are in the same condition today. In this broadcas...

In this impactful episode titled "Sin," Allen Bailey tackles a fundamental concept in Christian faith: the nature and implications of sin. Drawing from Hebrews 4:15, Bailey contrasts Jesus' sinless life with humanity's frequent yielding to temptation. He argues that a significant barrier to spiritual growth and salvation for many is simply not recognizing their own sinful state, often stemming fro...

Jesus once said that in order to enter His kingdom, we must be converted. What does it mean to be converted? Have you been truly converted and how can you know for sure? The New Testament teaches that we can know and that there is a divine witness to the fact. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we pose the question for personal introspection: Was Your Conversion Genuine? ******* Hear more m...

Join Allen Bailey in this insightful message, "Take Heed Unto Thyself," as he lays a foundational groundwork for spiritual motivation and growth. Delving into the Apostle Paul's earnest counsel to young Timothy in 1 Timothy 4:11-16, Bailey unpacks the profound call to personal spiritual diligence. He stresses the necessity of self-examination—looking into one's own "spiritual mirror"—before attemp...

When the Apostle John was transported by the Spirit to the judgment before the Great White Throne, he beheld books being opened, including but not limited to The Book of Life. In searching the scriptures, we find several mentions of books being written or recorded, not only on earth, but in heaven. These books contain information about you. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we are reminded...

In this compelling message titled "The Cross and the Crown," Robert Kornegay delves into the often-overlooked reality that suffering is an integral part of the Christian walk. Referencing the poignant opening of Psalm 22 ("My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?") and its prophetic parallels to Jesus' crucifixion, Kornegay reveals how both David's personal anguish and Jesus' ultimate sacrifice d...

Our culture often casts aside that which is old and shuns any path that seems too familiar. We see the ancient as irrelevant. The Word of God, however, tells us to reconsider. The weeping prophet Jeremiah pleaded with the people to "Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls." In this broadcast of Let the...

In "Human Government - Part 2," Robert Kornegay continues his insightful study on the nature of authority, contrasting God's perfect sovereignty with the flawed, rebellious history of human government. Building on the foundation laid in "Part 1," this message explores: The Origins of Rebellion: Discover how human government began as an act of defiance against God, exemplified by Nimrod and the Tow...

Isn't everyone just looking for the truth? The heart is deceitful, though. Let's open our Bibles to Isaiah 59. ******* Hear more messages and find out more about Oyster Bay Church of Christ in Crawfordville, FL on our website: https://www.oysterbaychurchofchrist.org/

In "Human Government - Part 1," host Robert Kornegay embarks on a foundational study of government from a biblical perspective. The discussion begins by clarifying key terms: "civil/human government" refers to man's rule, while "divine government" signifies God's established kingdom and authority. The core of the teaching emphasizes that understanding God's will extends beyond explicit "thou shalt...

Have you personally obeyed the Gospel? We begin by opening our Bibles to Romans 10:13. ******* Hear more messages and find out more about Oyster Bay Church of Christ in Crawfordville, FL on our website: https://www.oysterbaychurchofchrist.org/

One of the great stories told by Jesus, the Master Story Teller, was the story of two sons. We dive into that story today. ******* Hear more messages and find out more about Oyster Bay Church of Christ in Crawfordville, FL on our website: https://www.oysterbaychurchofchrist.org/