West Side Church of Christ - Elkton Ky

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/DEPQ6tyPsIY Show Notes Episode Summary Some men risk everything for a dream. Heinrich Schliemann risked his fortune and reputation to find the ancient city of Troy—a place everyone else said was a fable. In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul took an even greater risk, counting all his previous status and achievements as loss for the sake of knowing...

Watch The Video Version Here:  https://youtu.be/7r2aN-aavTg Jesus’ parable of the wicked tenants is a warning: it’s possible to “show up” around God’s things and still disrespect God’s Son —by refusing to be shaped, acting like what we have is ours, and ignoring God’s warnings. Hook / Opening Story (Ulysses S. Grant) March 1864: Grant travels from Nashville to Washington, D.C. to meet President Li...

Watch The Video Version Here:  https://youtu.be/LEDp4srATtk Episode Title: The Range of Evangelism Episode Summary Why did General Motors overtake Ford in the early 20th century? While Henry Ford offered one car in one color, Alfred P. Sloan realized that people are different—they need a "car for every purse and purpose." In this message, we apply that same logic to the church. There is no single...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/KcIe-5yt19c Episode Summary President Harry Truman’s mother-in-law, Madge Wallace, famously despised him. Despite her hostility, Truman treated her with kindness and respect until the day she died. How do we maintain that level of character when dealing with people who make our lives miserable? In this episode, we dig into Psalm 120 and Romans 12 to...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/y25gCnePW3Q Title: One More Night with the Frogs (Getting Unstuck) Main Text: Exodus 8:1–15 I. Introduction: The Danger of Ignoring Signs The Mount St. Helens Illustration (May 18, 1980) The mountain gave warning signs (swelling, heat) long before it blew. Harry Truman (The Lodge Owner): Despite warnings, he refused to evacuate his home at Spirit Lak...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/8cmv3NWIQq8 Summary of the Sermon: “God’s Plot” & “A Tool in God’s Hands” Introduction – The “Brookie” People often struggle with decisions, like choosing a dessert. A “brookie” (brownie + cookie) is the result of not choosing —and this sermon is the same: two messages blended into one. Both come from Acts 9 and the story of Saul’s conversion. SE...

Watch the Video Version Here:  https://youtu.be/0-xJ7lnlAXI "Being Certain Not Circumstantial," is a sermon delivered at the West Side Church of Christ. The speaker uses a real-life survival story and the biblical book of Habakkuk to discuss maintaining faith during hopeless situations. Summary of the Sermon: Opening Story of Survival: The message begins with the story of Briana Cassell, a woman w...

Watch The Video Version Here:  https://youtu.be/2ky3DZBk1bo "What to do when you don’t know what to do." The Opening Illustration: The Impossible Rescue The sermon opens with the dramatic true story of the 2018 Thai Cave Rescue. Twelve members of a youth soccer team and their coach were trapped by monsoon floodwaters deep inside a cave system.1 The Dilemma: The situation was impossible. The water...

Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/ZVDa3xPFXlw Summary: “Be Careful How You Treat Them” Introduction: The Power of Simple Kindness The sermon opens with a true story of Ruth Reed , a woman in New Jersey who made a resolution to bless others. One day she paid for a man’s food at Wawa—who turned out to be country singer Keith Urban . The story illustrates that the world is starving for k...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/HN2l70OPbsE Summary: “How to Be Thankful” Introduction: Gratitude in Worship The speaker begins by thanking the congregation for investing effort into worship, particularly in making communion meaningful. He notes that even the communion bread was homemade, showing love and devotion to God through service. Story of Corrie ten Boom Corrie ten Boom, a...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/vlE043nx1sU “Why Don’t You Sing” based on your transcript: Introduction: Malvina Farkle Day — Everyone Participates Story from Lindsey Wilson College: Malvina Farkle Day —a surprise day of service and fun honoring a fictional student devoted to community and joy. Everyone—students, staff, even the president—participates in service projects and celebr...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/hn7K3F_lXms Here’s a summary with clear section headings and bullet points of your sermon “Powerful or Dangerous?” Introduction: From Song Leading to Chemistry Begins by appreciating song leaders for their challenging role. Introduces the idea of chemistry —mixing elements to achieve desired results. Transitions to the theme of power and danger , usi...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/BO3_KxrRVBs “And the People Had a Mind to Work” — Summary Hook: A Modern “Mega-Build” vs. God’s Work Illustration: Saudi Arabia’s NEOM “Line” —an enormous, glass-walled, car-less city—shows we have the tech and tools for massive projects. Point: Whether NEOM succeeds or fails will hinge on politics and money—not tools. Likewise, God’s work doesn’t fa...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/ktSe75OVvuk “Sanctify Christ in Your Hearts” — Summary Opening & Pastoral Encouragement Rejoices at the sound of children in worship—future leaders of the church. Brief travel note: worshiped with the South Walton Church of Christ; gratitude for the universal fellowship of believers. Funeral visitation reflection: comfort anchored in a Christian’...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/GOyO1MfDg04 “No Choice but to Choose” — Summary Opening Illustration: Fukushima & Costly Courage Nuclear plants run continuously; when support systems fail, they’re like a “temperamental 2-year-old”—they’ll meltdown if not supplied. 2011 Fukushima: Plant manager Yoshida faced failed cooling and chose a controversial lifesaving action— pump seawat...

Watch the video Version here:  https://youtu.be/jW0wCJtNPzI Summary: 1 Corinthians 13 and the “More Excellent Way” Big Idea Paul’s “love chapter” isn’t a sentimental poem—it’s the solution to a divided, chaotic church: “So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinthians 13:13, ESV) Text Overview (1 Corinthians 13) Without love, gifts and sacrifices...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/AXga0ZYxrv0 Summary:  Summary: 1 Corinthians 13 and the “More Excellent Way” Big Idea Paul’s “love chapter” isn’t a sentimental poem—it’s the solution to a divided, chaotic church: “So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinthians 13:13, ESV) Text Overview (1 Corinthians 13) Without love, gifts and s...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/jXLmneiBJg4 Summary: Title: People Pleasing vs. God Pleasing Introduction The song This World Is Not My Home reminds us that we’re just passing through—but often that “passing through” feels like a grind of endless demands and expectations. Every time we turn around, someone wants something more from us. In those moments, it feels easier to say yes t...

Watch the Video Version Here: https://youtu.be/83Hd5FKgW58 Summary:  Here’s a structured summary of your sermon with section headers: Introduction: A Personal Turning Point Each year at PTP brings deep reflection and sometimes a “spiritual meltdown.” This sermon grew out of that experience—not about the preacher personally, but about the bigger theme of home . Pictures and personal stories are use...

Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/rlgamoAhMKo Summary: Sermon Summary: The Four Types of Prayer Introduction Worship through singing must be “with the spirit and with the understanding” (1 Corinthians 14). Songs that include Scripture help us worship with clarity and understanding (Colossians 3:16). Illustration: CMYK printing model – four colors combine to make every color. Similarly...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/n_96w3q7KKY Summary: Summary: Be Prepared Opening & Context Preacher expressed gratitude for the congregation and their encouragement. Reflected on a recent visit to the Ark Encounter —the size, design, and purpose of the ark highlighted God’s wisdom and Noah’s obedience. Transitioned to the theme: Are we spiritually prepared? Lessons from Script...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/bafcxsFwrMo Summary: “You Can’t Trust Your Heart—But You Can Trust God” (summary of your message) Big idea Our inner perceptions can mislead us—like a pilot’s inner ear in the somatogravic illusion —so don’t let your heart lead . Instead, train your heart to follow God and His Word . Key text flow: Psalm 64 → Proverbs 20:5 → Jeremiah 17:9–10 → John 1...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/EeOsQsCmqwo Summary: Here’s a structured summary of your sermon transcript with the key flow, illustrations, and Scripture references preserved. Sermon Summary – “Jesus’ Playbook” Opening Illustration: Armando Galarraga’s Almost Perfect Game Story : Since 1901, only 24 “perfect games” have happened in Major League Baseball (27 batters up, 27 down). I...

Watch the Video Version Here: https://youtu.be/rOj0vYRU028 Summary: The speaker shares a real-life story of Scott Thompson, former Yahoo CEO, who lied on his resume about having a computer science degree—despite already being highly qualified. He lost his job when the truth came out. This story illustrates how lying doesn’t pay and introduces the root of lies: Satan is the source of lies . Key Scr...

Watch the video version here:  https://youtu.be/jyEhowHNElY Summary: Introduction: County Fairs and the Desire to Be the Best County fairs highlight our competitive nature—art contests, tractor pulls, pie baking, etc. People naturally want to be seen as the best—even if it means faking it. Story of Han van Meegeren , a Dutch painter who faked 17th-century masterpieces, even deceiving Nazi official...