Sierra Ave Church of Christ

In this lesson, Elder Greg Branch will discuss Jesus’ parable of the wheat and the weeds (Matthew 13) God allows good and evil to coexist in the world because His love is patient and aimed at giving people time to repent. The lesson emphasizes that the same environment can lead some people to faith and others to rejection, and that final separation will come at the end of the age, not before. List...

In this lesson, Brother Tom Zavala will discuss a social experiment using facial scars to show how people often expect judgment and rejection. This experiment will be show how this concept affects Christian life, arguing that believers often live guarded and distant because they still feel “marked” by past sins, even though scripture teaches that Christ has fully removed condemnation. The core mes...

In this lesson, Brother Gavin Stone will discuss the topic of justified by faith. Abraham and David were justified by faithfulness—trusting, obeying, and pledging allegiance to God—demonstrating that faith is not perfect performance or knowledge, but a growing, obedient reliance on God. The message concludes with assurance and peace: because of Jesus’ death and resurrection, believers can live con...

In this lesson, Brother Scott Smith reflects on entering a new year with a biblical understanding of trials and temptations. Drawing heavily from James chapter 1, he will explore why trials are inevitable, how endurance is formed through faith, and how temptation works—from its roots in the heart to God’s promised way of escape through Christ. The message closes with a call to lean on Jesus, resto...

In this lesson, Evangelist Luke Goad will discuss what Cornelius had to do in Acts 10-11. This lesson shows how the gospel was intentionally opened to the Gentiles through the conversion of Cornelius and his household. It addresses a crucial biblical question: why a devout, moral, God-fearing man still needed to hear the gospel, believe, repent, and be baptized for the remission of sins. Along the...

In this lesson, Evangelist Luke Goad discuss a dream found in Daniel 2 . God revealed Nebuchadnezzar’s dream to demonstrate that earthly kingdoms rise and fall, but God alone establishes an eternal kingdom. That kingdom, fulfilled during the Roman era, is identified in the New Testament as Christ’s kingdom—the church—established with power at Pentecost and spreading throughout the world under one...

In this lesson, Brother Harrison Cating will discuss the Corinthian church and uncover the marks of a spiritually childish church. Though gifted and active, the church at Corinth was divided, deceived, and driven by carnality rather than love. Paul exposes how selfishness, tolerance of sin, and misuse of spiritual gifts distorted their worship and unity. This lesson challenges the modern church to...

In this lesson, Brother Ron Jordan will discuss four familiar biblical accounts—Moses, David, the poor widow, and Dorcas These examples show that God accomplishes great work through what may seem small or insignificant in human hands. Each story emphasizes that faith, willingness, and right attitude matter more to God than wealth, talent, or strength. The central question for every Christian is no...

In this lesson, Brother Boek DePonte will discuss several names the bibles uses for satan. The devil, the accuser, the wicked one, and the tempter, each name reflects his role in opposing God and leading people into sin. Although Satan accuses both God and humanity, believers must overcome him through faith, God’s grace, and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Urging listeners to return to God through...

In this lesson, Brother Tegan Trent will discuss the Good Shepard and our roles as His sheep. God is our ultimate protector and shepherd, who sacrifices for us and carries us to safety, illustrated through the stories of the Good Samaritan and the Good Shepherd. God’s fatherly care, helps us to liken Him to a shelter in life’s storms and a rescuer when we are lost, while emphasizing our responsibi...

In this lesson, Brother Hunter Zavala will discuss how putting on helmet of salvation helps us. The helmet of salvation protects our minds from the accusations of Satan and the weight of negative thoughts. Through scripture and real-life struggles, we’re reminded that God defends His people, defines our worth, and silences the lies that tell us we’re not enough. When we remember who we are in Chri...

In this lesson, Deacon Travis DePonte will discuss a moment of light and hope that is found in Mark 9. We walk from a mountaintop moment of glory into a valley of failure, fear, and fragile faith, centering on a desperate father’s honest prayer: “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief.” This lesson reminds us that even in seasons of despair, faith—rooted in God’s Word, strengthened by prayer, and humbl...

In this lesson, Brother Tom Zavala will discuss the contents of our spiritual cup is important. When life “bumps” into us, what spills out reveals what we have been filling our hearts with all along, emphasizing that trials expose character rather than create it. Scripture shows how filling our lives with God’s Word produces faith, and how faith, tested through hardship, gives rise to a steady, en...

In this lesson, Deacon Andy Trent will discuss electrical imagery to show how Christians must intentionally access God’s power. Like turning on a light switch, believer's lives should visibly reflect His glory rather than their own. Through examples like transformers, egress lighting, and tight connections, it teaches that God’s power is steady, believers have different but vital roles, and sc...

In this lesson, Elder Greg Branch will discuss what biblical leadership looks like in the presence of elders. Acts 20 and Paul’s letters to Timothy show that faithfulness, doctrinal purity, and accountability remain essential even among qualified leaders. It emphasizes the shared responsibility of elders, evangelists, and the congregation to guard the truth, support one another in love, and addres...

In this lesson, Brother Cohen Osburn will continue our congregational study through the book of Hebrews. He will discuss concepts and themes found in Hebrews 13. We invite our listeners to join us in this biblical lesson and its application to our daily Christian lives.

In this lesson, Brother Jimmy Cating (Evangelist) will discuss the danger of procrastination, emphasizing that “tomorrow” is often the busiest and most deceptive day of the week. Using biblical examples such as Felix, Pharaoh, and the Ethiopian eunuch, it contrasts wise waiting with sinful delay and calls listeners to act when God’s will is clear. The message urges immediate obedience, proper prio...

In this lesson, Gavin Stone will continue our congregational study through the book of Hebrews. He will discuss concepts and themes found in Hebrews 12 verses 18-29. We invite our listeners to join us in this biblical lesson and its application to our daily Christian lives.

In this lesson, Evangelist Chad Hale will discuss why Jesus taught in parables. Jesus used parables to reveal the kingdom of God to humble, willing hearts while exposing the pride and hardness of those who resisted the truth. The Pharisees’ rejection of clear evidence showed how traditions, self-righteousness, and hardened hearts can blind people to God’s work even when it stands directly before t...

In this lesson, Deacon Monte Wood will continue our congregational study through the book of Hebrews. He will discuss concepts and themes found in Hebrews 12 verses 1-17. We invite our listeners to join us in this biblical lesson and its application to our daily Christian lives.

In this lesson, Jimmy Cating (evangelist) will discuss gratitude biblically. We see gratitude through the account of the ten healed lepers, highlighting how blessing does not always lead to thankfulness. Exploring how affluence, comparison, and misplaced trust quietly erode gratitude, even when God has been generous. Calling listeners to recognize God as the true source of every blessing and to re...

In this lesson, Brother Rande Vig will discuss the unique nature of Psalm 88. Through Himan’s experience of deep grief, we learn that God understands our darkest seasons, invites our cries, and remains the only true refuge even when answers seem absent. The lesson ultimately directs us to Christ, our compassionate mediator, who suffered as we do and assures us that God is near to the brokenhearted...

In this lesson, Evangelist Chad Hale explores Exodus 14 by tracing how God delivers His people through water. Whether the flood, the Red Sea, the Jordan, or baptism, God delivers His people through water. The lesson highlights Moses’ unique background as an adopted Egyptian prince whose rejection of Egypt intensified Pharaoh’s pride and set the stage for God’s dramatic display of power through the...

In this lesson, Brother Clay Faber will discuss Hebrews 11:32–38. We see the powerful examples of faith shown by figures like Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, and Samuel. Through their victories, failures, perseverance, and redemption, Christians are encouraged to endure hardship, trust God’s deliverance, and pursue the “better resurrection.” Listeners are reminded that living for God—despi...

In this lesson, Brother Chas Lankford will discuss Hebrews 11:39–40. The great heroes of faith lived with unwavering trust in God even though they never received the ultimate promise in their lifetime. Their hope pointed forward to the coming of Christ and how we, living under the better New Covenant, now experience what they longed to see. Believers are encouraged to hold fast to faithfulness, re...