Westside KcK Church of Christ

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this lesson, we examine the difference between compassion that restores and compassion that enables. Scripture calls Christians to love deeply, but true love never compromises truth. Through  Galatians 6:1 , we explore our responsibility to lovingly restore those overtaken in sin with a spirit of meekness, rather than remaining silent out of fear or a desire to avoid con...

Preacher: Pacer Blevins Jesus didn't reserve His calling for the powerful or the prominent—He looked at ordinary people and declared, "You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world" (Matthew 5:13–16). In this lesson, we discover what it means to preserve truth, add godly influence to a hurting world, and reflect Christ through lives marked by mercy, kindness, and ob...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this lesson, we reflect on Jesus’ teaching in  Matthew 23:23  and His call to focus on the things that matter most:  justice, mercy, and faithfulness . The Pharisees were devoted to religious practices, yet their hearts had drifted far from God. Jesus reminds us that genuine faith is not measured by appearances, but by a transformed life. Featuring insights from  Matthew...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this lesson, we explore the importance of personal Bible study and why knowing God's Word is essential for spiritual growth, maturity, and defending the faith. Drawing from  2 Timothy 2:15 , Christians are challenged to diligently study the Scriptures, rightly divide the word of truth, and become approved workers for God. We also examine  Hebrews 5:12 , where believe...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this lesson, we examine the growing cultural message to "own it"—to celebrate flaws, excuses, and sinful behaviors as part of personal identity. Drawing from  Romans 12:1-2 , we explore how God calls Christians not to conform to the world, but to be transformed by the renewing of their minds. Through passages such as  Isaiah 5:20 ,  2 Corinthians 5:17 ,  Galati...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds What is the difference between regretting sin and truly repenting of it? In this lesson, we look at how godly sorrow produces lasting transformation while worldly sorrow focuses only on consequences. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 7:10, Romans 6:1-2, and Hebrews 10:22, we are challenged to examine our hearts, confront complacency, and renew our commitment to Christ. Repentance...

Preacher: Trevor Finch What do you do when suffering has no neat resolution? In this lesson, we explore the raw honesty of  Psalm 88 , where the psalmist ends not with triumph, but with darkness. If God promises to be near the brokenhearted ( Psalm 34:18 ), to comfort those who mourn ( Matthew 5:4 ), and to renew the strength of those who hope in Him ( Isaiah 40:31 ), why does pain still feel over...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds What happens when people begin editing God’s Word to fit modern preferences? In this lesson, we take a close look at  2 Timothy 3:16–17  and the declaration that  all Scripture  is inspired by God and profitable for doctrine, correction, instruction, and righteous living. With support from  James 1:22 ,  Matthew 24:35 ,  Isaiah 40:8 , and  Proverbs 3:5 , this sermon encoura...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this powerful lesson, we explore the biblical truth that salvation is not merely a one-time moment—it is a lifelong walk of faithfulness. Beginning with  Romans 10:17 , we see that faith comes by hearing the Word of God, but the journey doesn’t stop there. Through  Acts 2:38 ,  1 Peter 3:21 , and  James 2:26 , this lesson examines the biblical steps of hearing, believing...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this powerful lesson, we explore the often-overlooked truth that forgiveness is not a one-way street. While God freely offers mercy, Jesus teaches in  Matthew 6:12  that we ask to be forgiven “as we forgive our debtors.” What does that really mean for our daily lives? Drawing from  Matthew 6:14–15 ,  Matthew 7:2 , and the parable in  Matthew 18 , this lesson challenges u...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds This lesson centers on the beautiful simplicity and profound significance of baptism. From the urgency of the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:36 to Peter’s call in Acts 2:38, we see that obedience to the gospel is immediate and life-changing. Through Romans 6:3-4 and 1 Peter 3:21, we are reminded that baptism is participation in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Chris...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds How should we view death as followers of Christ? This lesson challenges the world’s perspective and replaces it with eternal truth. While the world sees an ending, Scripture shows us something greater.  Philippians 1:21  declares, “to die is gain,” and  2 Corinthians 5:8  assures us of being with the Lord. Even in sorrow, we are not without hope. As  1 Thessalonians 4:13  t...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds In this powerful lesson, we confront a quiet but dangerous struggle many Christians face: the hesitation to speak truth because of past sins. Drawing from  Matthew 7:3–5 , we’re reminded that Jesus didn’t call us to silence, but to first remove the log from our own eye so we can help others with clarity and love. Through examples like Paul, who called himself the “chief of...

Death is one of humanity’s greatest fears—but the resurrection of Jesus answers it once and for all. In this lesson, we reflect on the victory declared in  1 Corinthians 15:54–55 : “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” Through  Acts 20:7 , we are reminded that the early church gathered every first day of the week to remember this very truth. The resurrection is not just an...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds Many Christians have heard it said: “The Bible teaches you must be there whenever the doors are open.” In this lesson, we challenge that statement and return to what Scripture actually says. Focusing on  Hebrews 10:24–25 , we see that assembling together is meant to encourage, uplift, and strengthen—not to create guilt or legalism. The warning is about “forsaking” the assem...

Preacher: Zack Marks Faith is often experienced as emotional highs and discouraging lows, but God calls His people to a faith that flows steadily like a stream. In this lesson, we journey through  1 Kings  to examine the rise and fall of Solomon, the bold obedience of Elijah on Mount Carmel, and the quiet yet powerful faith of a widow during famine. Solomon’s request for a discerning heart in  1 K...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds What if church became the safest place to admit we’re struggling? In this encouraging lesson, we’re reminded that the Christian life was never meant to be lived alone. Using  Galatians 6:1-2  as a foundation, we’re called to restore one another in a spirit of meekness and actively carry each other’s burdens.  James 5:16  teaches the importance of confession and prayer withi...

Preacher: Phil Reynolds Many of us live with a "confessional" heart, constantly revisiting sins that God has already blotted out. In this lesson, Phil uses the analogy of old-fashioned whiteout to explain God’s mercy: once a mistake is erased, we aren't meant to type the sin back on top of it. Drawing from  Hebrews 8:12  and  Isaiah 43:25 , this message reminds us that God's forg...

Do you find it nearly impossible to sit still? In a world that prizes productivity, many of us have accidentally turned "busyness" into our religion. In this  lesson , Phil explores the famous account of Mary and Martha in  Luke 10:38–42 . We often paint Martha as the villain, but as Phil shares through his own transparent struggle with "Martha-ism," she wasn’t an evil person—s...

We’ve all heard it said:  “All sin is the same to God.”  But is that really what Scripture teaches? In this lesson, we take a closer look at  James 2:10 , where we’re told that whoever stumbles in one point of the law is “guilty of all.” Does that mean stealing a cookie carries the same weight as murder? Or is James addressing something deeper about obedience and the heart? By examining the broade...

In this lesson, we confront a hard but necessary question: if sin keeps hurting us, why do we keep choosing it? Through passages like Galatians 6:7, James 1, and Romans 6:23, we examine the reality that sin’s pleasures are temporary—but its consequences are lasting. God’s commands aren’t meant to restrict us, but to protect us. If something in your life is producing shame, regret, or spiritual exh...

In a world fixated on the next big thing, it’s easy to overlook the quiet blessings happening right in front of us. In this lesson, we reflect on how God’s goodness is often revealed not in dramatic moments, but in “daily bread” (Matthew 6:11)—the ordinary provisions we so easily take for granted. Through passages like  James 1:17 , which reminds us that every good and perfect gift comes from abov...

Is the God of the Old Testament different from the God of the New Testament? Many people describe the Old Testament God as harsh and judgmental, while viewing the New Testament God as loving and gracious. But Scripture tells a different story. In this lesson, we examine passages such as  Malachi 3:6 , where God declares,  “I do not change,”  and  Hebrews 13:8 , which affirms that Jesus Christ is t...

“God just wants me to be happy.” It sounds compassionate and even spiritual—but is it biblical? In this lesson, we examine how our culture elevates personal happiness as the highest good, even when it conflicts with obedience and faithfulness. Scripture reminds us that  “there is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death” (Proverbs 14:12), warning us that what feels right is...

For centuries, Christians have argued the wrong fight:  “faith versus works.”  In this lesson, we take that word  versus  off the board and let Scripture speak for itself—because the Bible never presents salvation as a competition between two enemies, but as a living, obedient faith that produces fruit. We begin by grounding ourselves in the authority of God’s Word, remembering the warning not to...