Live Oak Church | Sermon Audio

What does it mean to truly live in fellowship with one another? In “Taking a Stand for Fellowship,” Nathan Iblings explores the biblical picture of fellowship as sharing life and partnering together in Christ. Through Scripture, we’re reminded that fellowship calls us to unity, humility, and love. It means serving with the gifts God has given us, carrying one another through hardship, and building...

Will our children have faith—and does it matter? In “Taking a Stand for Your Faith,” we explore why faith in God is essential, what it is truly based on, and how God’s Word gives us hope and strength through life’s storms. Drawing from Hebrews 11:1–10 and 1 Peter 1:22–25, this message looks at the difference faith makes in our lives and the legacy we leave for the next generation. Faith is not wis...

Jesus Is the Light That Drives Out the DarknessIn this message, we look at the moments when Jesus confronted spiritual darkness and brought healing, freedom, and restoration. From a man living among the tombs to a father pleading for his tormented son, we see Jesus meet people in their suffering with compassion and authority. Where Jesus goes, darkness cannot remain in control. This sermon reminds...

Suffering doesn’t mean God has abandoned you. How we respond to God in our suffering determines what it produces in us. In this message from Sunday, October 11, 2026, Dr. Mark Crosby looks at where suffering comes from, why our natural reactions often make it worse, and how God uses even our hardest seasons to shape us to look more like Jesus. In this message: God has not ignored human suffering....

Why is there evil and suffering in the world, and does God care? In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby explores how sin brought brokenness into creation, why God’s patience reflects mercy and grace, and how Jesus stepped into our suffering to bring redemption and the promise of renewal. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to care for those who are hurting, grieve with those who grieve, and bring hope t...

What helps us hold on to faith when life is difficult or doubts arise? In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby looks at Paul’s words near the end of his life: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:1–12 and 4:7–8, he talks about the pressures that can cause faith to drift and the practices that help us keep going. By keeping our focus on...

Why am I here? What matters most? Where does life lead? In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby explores these questions through four significant days: the day we are born, the day we are born again, the day we discover our purpose, and the day we enter eternity. Drawing from John 3:3–7 and 10:9–11, Ephesians 2:8–10, and Philippians 3:20–21, he explains the gift of new life in Jesus and encourages us to...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

God saves us by grace, and He has work for each of us to do. In this message, Dr. David Orges reminds us that following Jesus is an active, lifelong journey that includes helping others follow Him. Drawing from Ephesians 2:8–10, Matthew 28:18–20, and 1 Corinthians 12:4–7, he explores how God uses our gifts, passions, and the places He has put us to serve His purpose. You don’t need a ministry titl...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

What does it mean to be “in” with Jesus, and how can you know you belong to Him? In this message, Dr. David Orges turns to Ephesians 2 to explain why we cannot earn salvation and how God makes us alive in Christ through His grace. Drawing from Ephesians 1:13–14 and 2:1–10, John 6:35–40, and Romans 8:31–39, he shares the new identity and lasting security believers have in Jesus. If you are still de...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

Busyness and misplaced priorities can cause us to miss the people and moments that matter most. In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby reflects on the pain of regret and the choices that shape our relationships with family. Drawing from Genesis 2:18–25 and Ephesians 5:28–33, he encourages us to put Jesus first, look for ways to bless others, and be present with those we love. Whether a relationship need...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

When life feels overwhelming, depression can leave us feeling alone, exhausted, or without hope. In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby looks at the experiences of Elijah, David, and Paul and reminds us that even people of deep faith can struggle. Drawing from 1 Kings 19:3–6, Psalm 42:3–11, and 2 Corinthians 1:8–11, he explores how God responds with care rather than shame, providing rest, reassurance, a...

Jesus promises new life, but old patterns of thinking can keep us from living in that promise. In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby examines seven mindsets that can hold us back, including worry, criticism, passivity, bitterness, and doubt. Drawing from Philippians 4:4–13, 2 Corinthians 5:17, and Ephesians 4:22–23, he shares practical ways to notice and redirect our thoughts, bring our concerns to God...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

It’s possible to change how our lives look on the outside without changing what holds first place in our hearts. In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby explores Jesus’ call to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Drawing from Mark 12:28–31 and Matthew 6:33, he invites us to consider what our choices reveal about our priorities. When we seek God first, His love begins to shape every par...

Together for Good | Marriage Conference | August 23, 2025 Register for the Conference: https://www.liveoak.church/marriage

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

The thoughts we allow to take hold can shape our choices, relationships, and faith. In this message, Dr. Mark Crosby looks at what Scripture says about the battle in our minds and the hope we have through Jesus. Drawing from Romans 12:1–2, 1 Corinthians 2:14–16, and 2 Corinthians 10:3–5, he shares how to recognize harmful thought patterns, take thoughts captive, and renew our minds with God’s trut...

Together for Good | Marriage Conference | August 23, 2025 Register for the Conference: https://www.liveoak.church/marriage

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...

Ask your questions here: ⁠https://www.liveoak.church/family-answer-man⁠ This time is designed to answer questions commonly asked in both counseling and church settings. Our goal is to answer general questions from a Biblical Worldview through the lens of our collective years of experience and education to help you, our listeners, have a stronger, healthier, and happier family This show is not a th...