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# Westside Church of Christ

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- [Five Reasons to Be Excited About VBS](https://westsidechristians.org/five-reasons-to-be-excited-about-vbs/) - It’s one of the most exciting weeks of the year and it’s almost here! Consider with me five reasons to be excited about VBS: 1. Congregational teamwork It is one of the best works of the Westside congregation because of the number of people that get to be involved in so many wonderful ways. From
- [When We Come Together as Christians](https://westsidechristians.org/when-we-come-together-as-christians-2/) - When we come together as God’s family it’s so important to keep in mind the purpose of worship and the assembly. The fact that worship can and should occur in other contexts (e.g. private or family) must not lead anyone to the conclusion that the “assembling of ourselves together” (Hebrews 10:25) can be minimized or
- [The Power of God's Word](https://westsidechristians.org/the-power-of-gods-word/) - n the Bible there are frequent references to the power of God’s word. Just focusing on a few of these can be valuable encouragement for helping us understand that God and His word cannot only get us through anything and everything this world throws at us, but God and His word can safely carry us
- [Edifying One Another](https://westsidechristians.org/edifying-one-another-2/) - It is unfortunate that the word “edification” is a term that's fallen into disuse. Every thoughtful Christian should recognize that God’s people should strengthen each other spiritually and build up one another in the faith (Ephesians 4:16). That's what biblical edification is. For one thing, it’s a natural outgrowth of evangelism - when people come
- [A Mighty Man On His Knees](https://westsidechristians.org/a-mighty-man-on-his-knees-2/) - In this well-known psalm of repentance, David comes clean before God concerning his sin with Bathsheba and having Uriah killed (read 2 Samuel 11 & 12). The words of David are especially appropriate from another occasion: “The Lord is near to the broken-hearted and saves the crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18). Few passages in the
- [Kids & Public Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/kids-public-worship-2/) - While introducing children to God and to His worship is an incredible privilege, it can also be quite a challenge. One young Christian couple jokingly referred to their life as Christians as “Worship B.C. and A.D.” — Before Children and After Diapers! It can be really hard for parents to properly focus on God during
- [The Greatest Miracle](https://westsidechristians.org/the-greatest-miracle/) - After the sermon was preached, about 3,000 people responded to the invitation in faith, repentance, and baptism. They are said to have been added by the Lord to His church (Acts 2:38-47). Please pause to consider that the crowd that day was told of a man who had died, been buried, and raised from the
- [When Love is Lacking](https://westsidechristians.org/when-love-is-lacking-3/) - Scripture exhorts us to love out of a pure heart (1 Tim. 1:5). Christian love is to be without hypocrisy (Rom. 12:9); it is to love “even as” the Lord loves us (John 13:35). We are commanded to have a love that is fervent and sincere (1 Pet. 1:22), as well as one that is
- [Praying For Our Kids](https://westsidechristians.org/praying-for-our-kids/) - It’s a question that still consumes me, even though our children are now grown and have families of their own. What’s more - I know it’s a question that consumes many Christian parents, because it’s a question I’m asked a lot. We are aware that children are gifts from God, a sacred trust placed in
- [Expressions Leave Impressions](https://westsidechristians.org/expressions-leave-impressions/) - While there is certainly a sense in which Christians are not to be people pleasers (cf. Galatians 1:10), there is no doubt that the words and actions of God’s people should have an impact on others. After all, Jesus did say others “would see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven” (Matt. 5:16).
- [Reasons for Rejoicing](https://westsidechristians.org/reasons-for-rejoicing/) - “The thief does not come to except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly” (John 10:10). Because of Jesus, if anyone on earth can truly rejoice, it ought to be Christians! Consider the following reasons we have to
- [God-Centered Praying: Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/god-centered-praying-part-1/) - One cannot read the prayers of Paul in the New Testament without being deeply impressed with how full of God they are. Perhaps there are times when our prayers are too full of our own wants and wishes. Surely, there is a place for taking these matters to God (cf. Hebrews 4:16; 1 John 5:14-15).
- [The Beauty of Forgiveness](https://westsidechristians.org/the-beauty-of-forgiveness/) - What a message we’re privileged to proclaim as Christians. God has the power to take away sin (John 1:29). He can remove guilt and cleanse our consciences (Rom. 8:33-34; Heb. 9:14; 10:22). Jesus the “Great Physician” can provide true healing for those who hurt. Surely these are truths we must believe, humbly and lovingly apply,
- [God-Centered Praying: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/god-centered-praying-part-2/) - What kind of progress are we making in the school of prayer? One cannot read the prayers of Paul in the New Testament without being deeply impressed with how full of God they are. With incredible depth and trust, Paul stresses both the awesomeness of God and the very real need(s) of God’s people. Knowing
- [My Replacement](https://westsidechristians.org/my-replacement/) - It was difficult to leave the church building last Sunday afternoon without a smile on your face. We had nine outstanding young men lead our worship and each was well prepared and did a fantastic job, to the glory of God. It was a former elder of this congregation, nearly 90 years of age, who
- [Choosing What’s Better](https://westsidechristians.org/choosing-whats-better/) - Almost everywhere we turn today we are exposed to the idea that having is the key to happiness. After all, more and bigger obviously are better! There’s the idea that “a bigger and better” house, car, computer, education, job, bank account, etc is really what we “need.” And there’s the idea that these things will
- [Helps in Overcoming Pride](https://westsidechristians.org/helps-in-overcoming-pride/) - “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time” (1Peter 5:5-6). Since there are times when all of us suffer from sinful pride, what are some helps for overcoming it in our lives? Remember That God Hates
- [Answers from An Ash Heap](https://westsidechristians.org/answers-from-an-ash-heap/) - Lessons About God and Suffering from the Book of Job Here are a few quotes that are really worth thinking about- God would sooner we had holy pain than unholy pleasure. God sometimes has to put us on our backs in order to make us look up. Calvary is God’s great proof that suffering in
- [When Love is Lacking](https://westsidechristians.org/when-love-is-lacking/) - Scripture exhorts us to love out of a pure heart (1 Tim. 1:5). Christian love is to be without hypocrisy (Rom. 12:9); it is to love “even as” the Lord loves us (John 13:35). We are commanded to have a love that is fervent and sincere (1 Pet. 1:22), as well as one that is
- [The Stone Rolled Away](https://westsidechristians.org/the-stone-rolled-away/) - Sometime after Jesus cried out His final words on a Friday afternoon, the lifeless body of Jesus was removed from the cross. His work in bringing about man’s salvation was complete, “It is finished,” was His cry. Once removed, it was a man named Joseph who would make the request to Pilate for the Savior’s
- [10 Signs of a Growing Church](https://westsidechristians.org/10-signs-of-a-growing-church/) - Growing churches have elders who are spiritual men of wisdom, knowledge and vision, and who are deeply interested in the souls they are shepherding (1Thess. 5:12-13: 1Tim. 3:1-7). Growing churches have deacons who believe in servanthood, and who rejoice for the privilege that is theirs to work in special ways to God’s glory (1Tim. 3:8-13).
- [Keeping God in Godliness](https://westsidechristians.org/keeping-god-in-godliness/) - It is significant that 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus give special stress to godliness. As a matter of fact, the vast majority of the New Testament occurrences of the word is to be found in these books. The noun “godliness” is found ten times while the adverb “godly” occurs twice. “Godliness” has reference to
- [How the Mighty Have Fallen!](https://westsidechristians.org/how-the-mighty-have-fallen/) - These words were part of David’s lament for Saul and Jonathan (2 Samuel 1:19-20). Yes, the mighty CAN fall. It is a reality that happened with King Saul, and it’s something that can happen to any of us too. No one – not elders, deacons, preachers or teachers is completely above such a possibility (1
- [God-Centered Parenting](https://westsidechristians.org/god-centered-parenting/) - There is only one perfect parent - God, and the rest of us have an awful lot to learn, don’t we? Parenting often can be so humbling; its tests our communication skills, our heart, our wisdom, our energy, our ability to live without sleep and our patience! Yet few blessings can compare to the tremendous
- [Wisdom defined in Four Little Creatures](https://westsidechristians.org/wisdom-defined-in-four-little-creatures/) - May we never get to a place in life that we think we cannot learn. Learning is something you can do every day, no matter who you are. School might not be in session for the summer months, but learning never takes a break! Near the end of the book of Proverbs, four very small
- [What Does It Really Mean to be Faithful?](https://westsidechristians.org/what-does-it-really-mean-to-be-faithful/) - Is a person “faithful” merely because they have been immersed, have a pulse and show up at services with some frequency? Or is “faithfulness” an expression that can only be used of those who seem so good that they must be practically sinless? The question certainly is an important one since Scripture says, “Be faithful
- [The Nature of Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/the-nature-of-marriage/) - “Let marriage be held in honor among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge” (Hebrews 13:4). God Himself instituted marriage – it should, therefore, be our desire to encourage a view of marriage that reflects His design and intent for it. After all, a high regard for marriage is an
- [Settling the Score](https://westsidechristians.org/settling-the-score/) - Revenge, retaliation, to avenge, to get even - these are all synonyms for settling the score with someone who did us wrong. And pay-back can be sweet, can’t it? Often it’s not a matter of getting even when we’ve been hurt or mistreated, in our anger and pain we want to get ahead. One wonders
- [It’s Just a Month Until PTP!](https://westsidechristians.org/its-just-a-month-until-ptp/) - Last year over 5000 people attended. People came from 41 states in the U.S. and from 15 foreign countries. There was 1200 kids present between the ages of infant and 12. There were about 450 teens and 200 more college-age people who came. There were hundreds of elders, deacons, preachers and Bible Class teachers who
- [God Bless Our Elders](https://westsidechristians.org/god-bless-our-elders/) - A recent conversation got me thinking about how many elders I have worked with and under as a gospel preacher. After some memory jogging, the number I came up with was 67. A number of these men have gone to be with the Lord; still others are slowing down due to advancing years and health
- [What God’s People Really Need](https://westsidechristians.org/what-gods-people-really-need/) - Outside of the Lord Himself, it seems no one instructs us more about how to pray for the church than the apostle Paul. We pray about things that are important and meaningful to us. And so does Paul in praying for the church. Thoughtful consideration should be given concerning what and how he prayed for
- [A Strategy for Victory](https://westsidechristians.org/a-strategy-for-victory/) - A person who does not recognize the Devil, understand his schemes, and prepare for battle is already a casualty in the war going on for our souls (2 Cor. 2:11; 1 Pet. 5:8-9). How do we rise above our doubt, our discouragement, our indifference, our sin to walk worthy of our heavenly calling? (Phil. 3:14).
- [My Greatest Command](https://westsidechristians.org/my-greatest-command/) - The following words were pinned by a wonderful gospel preacher, Steve Higginbotham: “A little more than 150 years ago, General Robert E. Lee was camped approximately 10 miles from General Stonewall Jackson. Lee sent a message to Stonewall Jackson, informing him that he wanted to meet with him at his convenience. The very next morning,
- [The Trials of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/the-trials-of-jesus/) - It is a passage often lost and perhaps given little thought, but in context is one of the biggest statements made by Jesus on the night He would be betrayed. Luke records these words of the Lord to His apostles in Luke 22:28, “But you are those who have continued with Me in My trials.”
- [Going From Abstract to Concrete](https://westsidechristians.org/going-from-abstract-to-concrete/) - John 11:25-26 must be among the most comforting passages in all the Bible! Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” Of course, the context of these verses
- [You, Your Struggles, and God](https://westsidechristians.org/you-your-struggles-and-god/) - It’s not a question of if we’ll struggle and suffer; it’s a matter of when. That may be a reality we recognize in our lives, but it can be an altogether different matter when actually facing those times. How can we face our struggles with faith and strength in the Lord? (cf. Ephesians 6:10). How
- [Proper Perspectives of Disciples](https://westsidechristians.org/proper-perspectives-of-disciples/) - We have been challenged through the preaching of God’s Word by Brother John Baker to consider the price paid for our salvation and the motivation it should provide to us as disciples of Jesus Christ. The main points from his sermon last Tuesday evening need to be recorded and put in a place we can
- [Stress and Young People](https://westsidechristians.org/stress-and-young-people/) - Although there is some disagreement among experts as to precisely why, there is an abundance of evidence which indicates young people are experiencing a seemingly unprecedented level of stress. Psychologist Daniel Keating noted: “Depression, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed are not all the same thing, but they do share a common feature: experiencing a level of
- [Getting the Picture](https://westsidechristians.org/getting-the-picture/) - Although we may try to avoid them, some things in life simply are inevitable and irreversible. Things end. Things like one’s youth, one’s marriage and one’s life come to mind. And that’s exactly where Martha and Mary are with Lazarus. Their brother had been buried for four days (Jn. 11:17). His time on earth and
- [Things that Save: It's a "Package Deal"](https://westsidechristians.org/things-that-save-its-a-package-deal/) - Few matters can be more important than what God’s word says about salvation. When one considers the richness of what the New Testament has to say about this theme, all a person can do is express awe and wonder at the matchless mind and marvelous provision of God! Who and what saves according to the
- [Strengthening The Souls Of The Disciples](https://westsidechristians.org/strengthening-the-souls-of-the-disciples/) - Near the conclusion of their first missionary journey, Paul and Barnabas retraced their early steps. That is, they went back to visit again with Christians they had taught the gospel. Instead of going home a different route, perhaps to other cities to share the gospel, they went back to cities already visited. Luke records the
- [Adding That Really Counts](https://westsidechristians.org/adding-that-really-counts/) - Nothing is more important for God’s people than adding what really counts in life. To have seen Jesus was to see what the Father is like (John 14:7-9), and to see Christians should be to see the beauty and character of Jesus in us (Galatians 2:20; Colossians 1:27). There is something tremendously challenging and humbling
- [Suffering for His Sake](https://westsidechristians.org/suffering-for-his-sake/) - “For to you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for his sake.” Philippians 1:29 The work “granted” in this passage means to give graciously as an act of kindness. Suffering may be seen as a gift of God’s super-abounding grace? (Cf. 1 Pet
- [It's No Good Unless You Use It](https://westsidechristians.org/its-no-good-unless-you-use-it/) - Have you ever heard an expression that made you stop and think? An advertisement on the radio caused me to stop and think about things the other day. I don’t remember the name of the company, but it was likely was in the field of security. The advertisement spoke of keeping people out a home
- [Things Associated With the Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/things-associated-with-the-gospel/) - Too many people simply have not thought long and hard about the Gospel. As a result, people are confused - and the gospel often is assumed or reduced. Thankfully, a study of things associated with the gospel will do much to remove the confusion, faulty assumptions and misguided reductions which too often occur. Let’s highlight
- [Joy Beyond Measure](https://westsidechristians.org/joy-beyond-measure/) - We must never lose sight of the joy that is to be ours as the people of God. While Satan and his forces will do everything in their power to rob us of the joy of being in Christ, God’s word gives us a number of remarkable assurances that should ever lift us up when
- [The Parable of the Frustrated Parents](https://westsidechristians.org/the-parable-of-the-frustrated-parents/) - Once upon a time, there was a Dad and a Mom who had two children, ages 2 and 5. Those children were loved – but they were a handful! They got up early and stayed up late. They loved to jump on their beds and on the couch. They fussed a lot when they didn’t
- [Through The Years - Thoughts on Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/through-the-years-thoughts-on-marriage/) - As I write these words, it’s our wedding anniversary. A few years ago (actually, it’s a little more than a few), our gracious God blessed me with the greatest treasure He’s given me outside of Jesus and the salvation to be found in Him. He blessed me with my wife and best friend. I cannot
- [Long-Suffering Love ](https://westsidechristians.org/long-suffering-love/) - If you want to know something about love from God’s perspective, read the entirety of Scripture and it flows from every page. In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul gives 15 present-tense verbs that describe for us who love is and is not to behave itself. The foundation of the word ‘agape’ as used throughout this chapter
- [7 Ways To Enrich Your Word Power](https://westsidechristians.org/7-ways-to-enrich-your-word-power/) - How’s your intake? Most believers are aware that Scripture admonishes us to, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly with all wisdom” (Colossians 3:16). We know Jesus said, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). We must appreciate there’s a
- [What is an Angel?](https://westsidechristians.org/what-is-an-angel/) - The Word “angel” tells us something about what angels do (in the sense that they are “messengers”) but does not really tell us what they are. An observation of Scripture concerning the question, “What is an angel” gives the following responses. (1) Angels are spirit beings (Heb. 1:7, 14). See Colossians 1:16. The flesh and
- [What Could Happen If . . .?](https://westsidechristians.org/what-could-happen-if/) - I guess we’ve all had “close calls” in life. Certainly, David did, and Psalm 124 is a thoughtful meditation full of praise to God for seeing him through them. Psalm 124 could well be called, “A Power Psalm” or “Omnipotence as Our Guardian” because it beautifully focuses on the truth of Romans 8:31, “If God
- [Living Out the Great Commandment](https://westsidechristians.org/living-out-the-great-commandment/) - “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second is this, You shall love your neighbor as yourself. There is no other commandment greater than these” (Mark 12:30-31). Outside of the Lord Himself, perhaps no one exhibited
- [Before Hitting Send ](https://westsidechristians.org/before-hitting-send/) - Tweets, texts, emails, etc. - the amazing thing about social media is that it is so social. At some point, we’ve all probably sent emails and texts to people we never intended. In those messages, there may have been something they considered inappropriate or hurtful. There are others who seem to delight in using social
- [The Apostles' Prayers](https://westsidechristians.org/the-apostles-prayers/) - Consider two prayers that are offered by the apostles of Jesus in the book of Acts and what each has to say about their confidence in God. All prayers of Scripture are worthy of our study and are worthy of our imitation, let’s examine briefly these two prayers. Acts 1:24-25 – God who knows all
- [The Beauty of Forgiveness ](https://westsidechristians.org/the-beauty-of-forgiveness-2/) - What a message we’re privileged to proclaim as Christians. God has the power to take away sin (John 1:29). He can remove guilt and cleanse our consciences (Rom. 8:33-34; Heb. 9:14; 10:22). Jesus the “Great Physician” can provide true healing for those who hurt. Surely these are truths we must believe, humbly and lovingly apply,
- [Don't Overlook These Opportunities!](https://westsidechristians.org/dont-overlook-these-opportunities/) - What a difference a week can make! There is a fight going on against a new disease spreading through our country, but the old tactics of the devil are still very much at work. Here are a few thoughts that are running through my mind: 1. This is an opportunity to grow closer to God.
- [The God Who Lifts](https://westsidechristians.org/the-god-who-lifts/) - “Humbly yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up” (James 4:10) There are times all of us need a lift. We all get discouraged, and sometimes we even get depressed. When our hearts have become heavy, like anchors weighing us down and drowning us in a sea of struggles, how
- [From Mike’s Desk](https://westsidechristians.org/from-mikes-desk/) - What’s Westside doing during the pandemic? That is a good question! Here’s just a few things. (1). Our shepherds put a great deal of thought and prayer on how to best respond as a congregation to the threat of COVID-19 virus. There has been, and continues to be, a tremendous concern on their part for
- [Walking In Christ ](https://westsidechristians.org/walking-in-christ/) - It has been said that the book of Ephesians focuses on the church of Christ, while the book of Colossians focuses on the Christ of the church. So many great truths about the Lord are found and expressions that help us to understand and see the blessings that are found in Him. In Colossians 2:6,
- [Jesus - Our Peace ](https://westsidechristians.org/jesus-our-peace/) - For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility by abolishing the law of commandments expressed in ordinances, that he might create in himself one new man in place of the two, so making peace, and might reconcile us both
- [Lessons from the Good Samaritan](https://westsidechristians.org/lessons-from-the-good-samaritan/) - I wonder what the Lord would offer by way of advice for His people through the days we are experiencing. Consider the parable in Luke 10 for some good instruction from the Master. The parable is familiar, but if you need some refreshment, please read Luke 10:25-27. Some observations to be made: Don’t be a
- [Family Life During a Pandemic ](https://westsidechristians.org/family-life-during-a-pandemic/) - Or - How to Juggle Your Job, God-Time, Cooking, Cleaning, Teaching Your Kids & Refereeing During a Crisis It may be just me (and I know it isn’t), but I’ve never prayed for my family more than during this COVID-19 Pandemic. Social distancing and so many working from home, not to mention those who have
- [The Nature Of God’s Nature ](https://westsidechristians.org/the-nature-of-gods-nature/) - He was called to condemn, but in the end, he could only bless! Yes, the prophet of God was called to curse the people of God, to put an end the threat they posed to their enemy, but the prophet of God could only pronounce a blessing. We read the familiar account in Numbers 22-24.
- [First Things First](https://westsidechristians.org/first-things-first/) - Everyone has priorities, values and ambition. The real question is, “In what and in whom have we placed them?” The answer really is not all that difficult. Self is either sovereign or the Savior is. When God and His will are NOT our greatest desire and pursuit, the Lord gets crowded out. It is so
- [A Mother For The Ages ](https://westsidechristians.org/a-mother-for-the-ages/) - Not all will recall the name of the woman who bore Aaron, Miriam, and Moses, but Jochebed is a mother for the ages. As we prepare to honor our mothers this week, consider three descriptions of this mother for ages and let us appreciate all mothers who strive to meet them. A mother prepares for
- [How's Your Garden?](https://westsidechristians.org/hows-your-garden/) - This is a season in which many of us are growing flowers, vegetables and fruit. Out in the desert of west Texas where I live, this can be both delightful and challenging. We average only about 13 inches of rain per year and the scorching sun can easily burn tender plants. A significant amount of
- [The Gospel and the Common Man](https://westsidechristians.org/the-gospel-and-the-common-man/) - It is one of the simplest of all statements made in the New Testament. The words at the end of Mark 12:37, “And the common people heard Him gladly.” Jesus did not come to be heard by the elite, the rich, or the famous. Jesus came to be heard and listened to by the common.
- [Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Jim Powell](https://westsidechristians.org/our-deepest-sympathy-to-the-family-of-jim-powell/) - Our deepest sympathy is extended to Diane Powell and family in the passing of Jim last Sunday morning. Jim and Diane have faithfully worshiped and served at Westside for years and have been most appreciated for their sweet spirits and servants’ hearts. For years Jim served as one of our deacons and especially excelled in
- [A God Who Says What He Means And Means What He Says ](https://westsidechristians.org/a-god-who-says-what-he-means-and-means-what-he-says/) - The Westside family mourns this week in the passing of a faithful brother, Jim Powell. In the leading of a public prayer, it was not uncommon for him to use the sentence used in the title of this article. He was thankful to have a God who would, “Say what He means and means what
- [An Update from Your Elders](https://westsidechristians.org/an-update-from-your-elders/) - Texas Governor Abbott issued a mandate on Thursday for all Texans to wear a mask when out in public to help curb the increase in recent COVID-19 cases throughout the state. Our Westside elders “strongly recommend” members comply with the spirit of the Governor’s executive order in our assemblies out of concern for one another’s
- [What Those Who Belong To God Must Do ](https://westsidechristians.org/what-those-who-belong-to-god-must-do/) - It really is that simple! We must not overcomplicate the desires of God when it comes to those who are in a right relationship with Him. Will you allow Paul to make four simple points that really sum up what those who belong to God will do. You can read it simply from your copy
- [Remember Not to Forget ](https://westsidechristians.org/remember-not-to-forget/) - It is astounding how many people God will use to bless us in an incredible number of ways during a lifetime. The people who bless us seem to be remarkably diverse - they have different backgrounds, personalities, gifts, and are different ages. They have different skin tones and appearances. What they all have in common
- [The Life of Joseph](https://westsidechristians.org/the-life-of-joseph/) - The life of Joseph has always been one that stands out to most who have done any study of the Old Testament. He was the favorite in many respects of his father and the source of much jealousy from his brothers. They sold him at a young age to traders headed for Egypt and it
- [How Beautiful Heaven Must Be ](https://westsidechristians.org/how-beautiful-heaven-must-be/) - It is a song that has brought smiles to the faces of singers for years – exactly 100 years to be more precise. The song was written in 1920 by Mrs. A.S. Bridgewater and it is titled, “How Beautiful Heaven Must Be.” Do you recall the first words of the first verse and chorus? We
- [Greater Than We Ever Imagined ](https://westsidechristians.org/greater-than-we-ever-imagined/) - And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do” (Luke 23:34). Surely the soldiers responsible for carrying out the Crucifixion of Jesus that day had never heard words like these before. They were probably accustomed to hearing curse words, protests of innocence and screams of agony but not words like these.
- [Prayer - Moving Forward on Our Knees ](https://westsidechristians.org/prayer-moving-forward-on-our-knees/) - Surely the best way to move forward during difficult days is on our knees! One of the greatest blessings on earth for Christians is to be able to communicate with the God of heaven in prayer. There’s mercy and grace to be found at the throne of God (Heb. 4:14-16; 1 John 5:14-15). This coming
- [Let Us Not Lose Heart](https://westsidechristians.org/lose-heart/) - It’s a great phrase, isn’t it? Let us not lose heart – consider it for a moment. There are six times in the New Testament where the admonishment is to not lost heart. In these six verses, we have God’s prescription for the blues. How does God prescribe picking ourselves up when feeling down and
- [A Very Important (and Happy) Announcement!](https://westsidechristians.org/a-very-important-and-happy-announcement/) - After much thought and prayer, our shepherds announced last Sunday (August 30) that we all will begin meeting together again this coming Sunday (September 6). In other words, there will no longer be separate services for those older and more “at-risk” and those who are younger. There will be 2 services on the Lord’s day
- [Trusting Our Shepherd](https://westsidechristians.org/trust-your-shepherd/) - So many people these days seem overwhelmed by fear, worry and anxiety. Everything seems so uncertain. Not even Christians are immune to feeling the strain of things. It’s amazing how David so long ago described life in Psalm 23. The Psalmist utilizes concepts like want (“I shall not want” due to my Shepherd ), weariness,
- [Commitment 101](https://westsidechristians.org/commitment101/) - But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere (2 Corinthians 2:14) Few things in life are more needed in life than an appropriate sense of commitment. During times of discouragement and difficulty, how we need to focus
- [Three Options](https://westsidechristians.org/three-options/) - Don’t we all enjoy relationships? We have so many different relationships, no matter who we are in this life. In Romans 12, Paul addresses various relationships and responsibilities of the individuals involved in each one. As you look through the chapter, here is a simple break-down for your study and consideration: 1. Relationship with God
- [5 People You Need in Your World](https://westsidechristians.org/5peopleyouneed/) - We were made to crave relationships. We just seem to have in our DNA the desire to worship and the desire for community. What’s more - we all need people in our world who will help us along life’s way to better know, love and serve the true and living God. Some of those we
- [Eight Souls a Year](https://westsidechristians.org/eightsoulsayear/) - We find ourselves in a season of polling and we can take them for what they are worth. There was a statistic heard recently to bring to your attention that seems to hit very close to the mark. In a recent poll it was stated that the average congregation of the Lord’s church is baptizing
- [Please Pray for Our Country...](https://westsidechristians.org/prayforourcountry/) - The elders wish to thank Mike for a thoughtful, powerful and timely message Sunday morning on what we can do for our country. We 100% support the message for it was directly from God’s word, I Timothy 2:1-4. We also appreciate the spirit in which it was given. We challenge the congregation for the next
- [The Change Involved in Conversion](https://westsidechristians.org/thechangeinvolvedinconversion/) - If one is to be saved (forgiven of their sins and in possession of hope of going to heaven) one must be converted. Hear the words of Jesus, “Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven,” (Matthew 18:3). The
- [Remembering How to Walk](https://westsidechristians.org/rememberinghowtowalk/) - “Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving” (Colossians 2:6-7). Anything one adds to Jesus and His gospel subtracts from their beauty, sufficiency and preeminence. In other words, adding to Jesus and
- [Six Words That Make All the Difference!](https://westsidechristians.org/sixwords2020/) - One doesn’t have to say much to say a lot, and in no case is this more true than of God Himself! The apostle Paul suffered from a “thorn” in the flesh (2 Corinthians 12:7). Scripture does not tell us precisely what Paul’s “thorn” was; however it was something Paul repeatedly pleaded with God to
- [Short But Sweet](https://westsidechristians.org/shortbutsweet/) - “Praise the Lord all nations! Extol him, all peoples! For great is his steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever, Praise the Lord!” (Psalm 117). Psalm 117 might be titled, “Pure Praise.” Consisting of only two verses, it is a tribute to the beauty of brevity, to the wise man’s
- [When Jesus Marveled](https://westsidechristians.org/whenjesusmarveled/) - That the Son of God marveled is in itself a marvel! The Lord’s work in creation, salvation and providence ought to cause all humanity to marvel and be awe-struck! (Psalm 8; 19:1; Acts 14:17; Revelation 5:8-14). In a world that’s too easily “amazed” in some ways and not enough in others, there’s a place for
- [7 Ways to Enrich Your Word Power](https://westsidechristians.org/7waystoenrichyourwordpower/) - How’s your intake? Most believers are aware that Scripture admonishes us to, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly with all wisdom” (Colossians 3:16). We know Jesus said, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). We must appreciate there’s a
- [Manaen – An Unlikely Teacher?](https://westsidechristians.org/manaentheteacher/) - His name is mentioned exactly one time in all of Scripture. Yet, we know the Holy Spirit saw fit for it be included in Holy Writ for nothing is included or excluded by accident. When listing obscure names in the Bible, even the best of Bible students might have overlooked the name, Manaen. The one
- [Choosing What’s Better](https://westsidechristians.org/whatsbetter/) - Almost everywhere we turn today we are exposed to the idea that having is the key to happiness. After all, more and bigger are always better. A bigger and better house, car, computer, education, job, bank account, etc. - that’s what is needed for happiness. Christians should be thankful for and enjoy all of God’s
- [The Power of God’s Word](https://westsidechristians.org/thepowerofgodsword/) - In the Bible there are frequent references to the power of God’s word. Just focusing on a few of these can be valuable encouragement for helping us understand that God and His word cannot only get us through anything and everything this world throws at us, but God and His word can safely carry us
- [Is There a Limit?](https://westsidechristians.org/alimit/) - After the question meant to entrap Jesus was asked, “Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” (Matthew 22:17); Jesus responded with these words, “Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s,” (Matthew 22:21). To ‘render’ might be best understood with the phrase, ‘pay
- [Shining His Light On Wednesday Nights](https://westsidechristians.org/shining-his-light-on-wednesday-nights/) - Over the last several days our shepherds have mentioned, after considerable deliberation and prayer, their desire to resume meeting in some way on Wednesday nights. The elders also recently met with Adam and me a couple of times in order to brainstorm what might be effective in really encouraging the church as well as reflecting
- [Edifying One Another](https://westsidechristians.org/edifyingoneanother/) - It is unfortunate that the word “edification” is a term that's fallen into disuse. Every thoughtful Christian should recognize that God’s people should strengthen each other spiritually and build up one another in the faith (Ephesians 4:16). That’s what biblical edification is. For one thing, it’s a natural outgrowth of evangelism - when people come
- [Following Him I Know I’m Right](https://westsidechristians.org/followinghimiknow/) - It is one of clearest illustrations of God’s love for us in all of Scripture –God as our shepherd. Consider a brief overview of Psalm 23:1-3: Who is God called? He is called the Lord. “The Lord...” In the original Hebrew language we are given the name of God here, YHWH, Jehovah God. It is
- [When You're Tempted to Worry](https://westsidechristians.org/whenyouretemptedtoworry/) - Everyone has priorities and values; the real question is- in whom or what do we place them? It’s so easy to believe like a theist and to live like a deist. It’s easy to believe in the real and personal God of Scripture yet to live our life, at least at times, as though He’s
- [Preparing to Live Forever](https://westsidechristians.org/preparing-to-live-forever/) - There are many great quotes that have come from various leaders and soldiers over the course of history that were meant to encourage those under their leadership. It has been said that during World War 2, there was one Marine Sgt. that looked at each of his men before leading them into enemy fire, he
- [Surrounded By Trouble - Yet Secure](https://westsidechristians.org/surrounded-by-trouble/) - Psalm 91 is a powerful reminder that REAL safety and security are ultimately only found in God. It is a psalm of trust that, along with Psalm 46, is in a class all its own. The story of our faith is written in the names of God in the first two verses of Psalm 91.
- [Handling Criticism](https://westsidechristians.org/handlingcriticism/) - Perhaps we never say more about our Lord, our faith and our relationship with God than by the way we respond to criticism (cf. 2 Timothy 3:12; 1 Peter 4:12-19). The following quotes on dealing with criticism are well worth thinking about by Christians- “If you are not big enough to stand criticism, you are
- [When We Come Together as Christians](https://westsidechristians.org/when-we-come-together-as-christians/) - When we come together as God’s family it’s so important to keep in mind the purpose of worship and the assembly. The fact that worship can and should occur in other contexts (e.g. private or family) must not lead anyone to the conclusion that the “assembling of ourselves together” (Hebrews 10:25) can be minimized or
- [Jesus Died for Good People](https://westsidechristians.org/jesus-died-for-good-people/) - What a terrible mistake it is to assume that a person is too evil to have hope of salvation. The blood of Jesus must not have a limit put to its cleansing power. The self-proclaimed ‘chief-of-sinners’ knew of the grace of God made available through the blood of Jesus and understood he was able to
- [A Mighty Man on His Knees](https://westsidechristians.org/a-mighty-man-on-his-knees/) - Psalm 51. In this well-known psalm of repentance, David comes clean before God concerning his sin with Bathsheba and his having Uriah killed (read 2 Samuel 11 & 12). The words of David are especially appropriate from another occasion: "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18). Few
- [Wearing Sackcloth](https://westsidechristians.org/wearing-sackcloth/) - It is one of the most graphic displays of human suffering in all of the Bible! You can read about it in 2 Kings 6:24-7:2. In the end, it is also one of the greatest displays of God’s power in all of the Scriptures, as well. The nation of Syria had come against the city
- [The Best “Rule of Thumb”](https://westsidechristians.org/the-best-rule-of-thumb/) - “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets” (Matthew 7:12). Our familiarity with these words should not cause us to become complacent or negligent. The words of our Lord are ever applicable. The “Therefore” (NKJV and others) or “So whatever” (ESV)
- [The Location of God’s Blessings](https://westsidechristians.org/the-location-of-gods-blessings/) - God is a God who blesses! He knows how to give good gifts and provides for the cares we all need in life. God allows His sun to rise on the evil and the good and sends rain on the just and the unjust (Matthew 5:45). He is a good who blesses all people with
- [Stress and Young People](https://westsidechristians.org/stressandyoungpeople2021/) - Although there is some disagreement among experts as to precisely why, there is an abundance of evidence which indicates young people are experiencing a seemingly unprecedented level of stress. Psychologist Daniel Keating noted: “Depression, anxiety and feeling overwhelmed are not all the same thing, but they do share a common feature: experiencing a level of
- [Ruling Your Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/ruling-your-spirit/) - “He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city,” Proverbs 16:32. It might not be the exact wording that first comes to mind, but the thought behind the words of Solomon in this verse is exhibiting self-control. Have you considered that
- [Procrastinators – the Leaders of Tomorrow](https://westsidechristians.org/procrastinators-theleadersoftomorrow/) - Is there anything that has promised so much, but delivered so little as procrastination? Some delays are dangerous, while others are absolutely damnable? Procrastination has been aptly called, “the Devil’s chloroform,” or “spiritual suicide on the installment plan.” Procrastination blinds us to the opportunities and blessings of today, promising action “tomorrow.” There is a wealth
- [Step by Step](https://westsidechristians.org/stepping-stones/) - The song bearing the name, “Step by Step,” is based loosely on Psalm 63 (with some other possible Scripture references as well.) It begins with these words: “O God, you are my God, and I will ever praise You. I will seek You in the morning, and I will learn to walk in Your ways,
- [Encouraging Future Leaders](https://westsidechristians.org/encouraging-future-leaders/) - The best investment anyone can make these days is to wisely invest ourselves in others in the body of Christ who will faithfully love and serve long after we’re gone (cf. 2 Cor. 12:19). I recently sat down with a couple of younger men and asked them how can we better encourage future leaders. After
- ["Prayer Prompts" (7 Passages from Psalms)](https://westsidechristians.org/prayer-prompts-7psalms/) - “What is man that you are mindful of him, and the son of man that you care for him? You have made him a little lower than the heavenly beings and crowned him with glory and honor. You have given him dominion over the works of your hands; you have put all things under his
- [Reasons to Trust God](https://westsidechristians.org/reasons-to-trust-god/) - In a world consumed with worries, Jesus makes it clear that worry to the point of being distracted from spiritual matters is unacceptable. Rather, as God’s people put first seeking His spiritual kingdom and His righteousness, all worries or distractions should take a back seat. How is this possible? Jesus offers three keys to avoid
- [Sacrifices that Please God](https://westsidechristians.org/sacrifices-that-please-god/) - Some of the last words stated in the letter of Hebrews are these: “But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased,” (Hebrews 13:16). God desires people who are dedicated to Him in service, willing to make sacrifices in this life. Jesus said that He was
- [They Shall Be As Wool](https://westsidechristians.org/they-shall-be-as-wool/) - “It’s too good to be true!” How many of us have uttered that statement before? Sadly, we live in a time when many are skeptical of most things. We live by the mantra, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” meaning that it’s a lie and we should pay it no
- [For the Hurried, Worried & Frazzled](https://westsidechristians.org/hurried-worried-frazzled/) - The older I get the more the word “pace” has come to mean. In a world where speed and hurry are much over hyped, pace really should have its place, especially in the lives of Christians. It has been said, “It is never found in Scripture that Jesus hurried or ran.” This is true. Never
- [Important Update](https://westsidechristians.org/important-update/) - Important Announcement From The Westside Shepherds Worship assemblies and Bible classes will resume at Westside, LORD willing, on Sunday, August 29. We look forward to once again assembling together. An announcement will be made by the eldership on Sunday morning concerning once again meeting together. Please use appropriate health and safety protocols to keep yourself and
- [Don't Get Squeezed](https://westsidechristians.org/dont-get-squeezed/) - It’s a verse in your Bible which you no doubt have great familiarity. Romans 12:2 reads, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” (NKJV) The word that we find ‘conformed’
- [Worry 101](https://westsidechristians.org/worry-101/) - Why does it seem some Christians could write a book on worry because we’re such experts? It’s very easy to cross the line from being concerned about a matter to worrying, isn’t it? Why would anyone want to obtain the life equivalent of a PhD in worrying? Talk about a “”terminal degree!” As one who
- [The Authority of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/authority-of-jesus/) - The audacity to question the authority of the King of kings! Yes, it happened, and it happened on repeated occasions during the earthly life of Jesus. One such occurrence is found in Matthew 21:23, after Jesus had again ‘cleansed’ the temple. Matthew records that upon entering the temple the next day, the chief priests and
- [In The Cross of Christ I Glory](https://westsidechristians.org/in-the-cross-of-christ-i-glory/) - Everything about the Cross of Christ says God wants us back, and everything else in the whole world pales in significance when compared to the love and grace displayed there. Surely Paul had this in mind when he penned, “But God forbid that I should boast except in the Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
- [The Power of an Invitation](https://westsidechristians.org/power-of-an-invitation/) - The Gospel is God’s power to save – Romans 1:16. The power to save is in the message, not in the messenger. We have an opportunity to invite friends, neighbors, and loved ones to hear the message of God’s word every week when we gather to worship. However, a special opportunity to hear the word
- [The Cure for Worry](https://westsidechristians.org/the-cure-for-worry/) - The devil will use temptations and troubles to worry and weaken us, but God can use them to strengthen us (see 1 Peter 5:10-12). When problems cause us to worry, the prescription is prayer. 1 Peter chapter 5 speaks of God as the Mighty Warrior-King and as Merciful Lord and Shepherd. As Warrior-King, we are
- [A God-Given Name](https://westsidechristians.org/a-god-given-name/) - It is a thought that should be a source of great joy and comfort – the church belonging to Jesus was in the mind of God from eternity! God was not caught off-guard when the crown of His creation, Adam and Eve, would make the choice to disobey and bring sin into the world. God
- [False Teaching 101](https://westsidechristians.org/false-teaching-101/) - It is fascinating in studying the book of Colossians to notice, that while some form of false teaching was threatening the church, Paul repeatedly stresses the preeminence and sufficiency of Jesus and His gospel. While some description is given concerning the nature of the error affecting the church, the exact problem never is completely spelled
- [Edifying One Another](https://westsidechristians.org/edifying-one-another/) - It is unfortunate that the word “edification” is a term that's fallen into disuse. Every thoughtful Christian should recognize that God’s people should strengthen each other spiritually and build up one another in the faith (Ephesians 4:16). That’s what biblical edification is. For one thing, it’s a natural outgrowth of evangelism - when people come
- [The Relationship of Death and Sin](https://westsidechristians.org/death-and-sin-2/) - It is the gospel of Luke that gives us the most information surrounding three crosses on Calvary (Luke 23:32-49). Jesus was crucified in the middle of two criminals. Holy Writ gives few details of the circumstances leading to the criminal’s demise, but we are given in the three crosses four pictures that show the relationship
- [Pursuing Edification](https://westsidechristians.org/pursuing-edification/) - The people of God are to be known by their love, their light, and their being the salt of the earth (John 13:35; Matthew 5:13-16). How we conduct ourselves says much about our spiritual health. What we are really desiring to pursue in this life, God says, has much to do with our relationship with
- [The Knees of the Soul](https://westsidechristians.org/the-knees-of-the-soul/) - That’s what humility has been called - “the knees of the soul.” Faith and humility not only go together; they ought not be separated from each other! Proverbs 3:34 says the Lord is scornful to the scorners, “but to the humble He gives favor.” We all wrestle, at least occasionally, with pride. And Christians must
- [The Power of God's Word](https://westsidechristians.org/power-of-gods-word/) - Our words carry great power! With our words we can encourage and build up, speak with love and compassion and with our words we can just as easily discourage and tear down. If you are an average person, you speak between 125 and 150 words per minute. There is great power on display every time
- [When You're Feeling Discouraged](https://westsidechristians.org/feeling-discouraged/) - Even the best of people sometimes get discouraged. After all, even the sun has a “sinking spell,” doesn’t it? Discouragement can especially be prevalent in the work of the Lord, and for a variety of reasons. But at the heart of all the reasons should be the awareness that the Devil is not going to
- [Our Generous God](https://westsidechristians.org/our-generous-god/) - In Luke 15, Jesus teaches a crowd that consisted of ‘tax collectors and sinners’ as well as Pharisees and scribes, by using three parables. Perhaps one of the most well-known of all parables is the parable of the lost sons or “The Prodigal Son.” A certain man (our Heavenly Father) had two sons, and the
- [I Cannot Be Convinced that God Doesn't Love Me](https://westsidechristians.org/cannot-be-convinced/) - The title is a reflection of one commentator’s summation of the thoughts of Paul from Romans 8:31-39. In this section, the great apostle is speaking to the power of the cross of Jesus and he has to conclude there is nothing that can separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus
- [When Love is Lacking](https://westsidechristians.org/when-love-is-lacking-2/) - Scripture exhorts us to love out of a pure heart (1 Tim. 1:5). Christian love is to be without hypocrisy (Rom. 12:9); it is to love “even as” the Lord loves us (John 13:35). We are commanded to have a love that is fervent and sincere (1 Pet. 1:22), as well as one that is
- [The Truth About Jesus on the Day He Died](https://westsidechristians.org/the-day-he-died/) - In the very early morning hours on Friday, the day that Jesus would die for the sins of the world, Jesus was asked bluntly, “Are You the Christ, the Son of the Blessed?” Jesus would answer with a short sentence begun with the words, “I Am,” (Mark 14:61-62). Of interest, it wasn’t only the Lord
- [The Word "Incline"](https://westsidechristians.org/the-word-incline/) - The Bible is a book made up of words – as almost all books are. We read the words and we know the general meaning of them as we read, but it really is fascinating to think that God chose specific words to allow us to know something of His nature, His mind, and His
- [Psalm 51](https://westsidechristians.org/psalm-51/) - In this well-known psalm of repentance, David comes clean before God concerning his sin with Bathsheba and his having Uriah killed (read 2 Samuel 11 & 12). The words of David are especially appropriate from another occasion: "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18). Few passages anywhere
- [Making Good Bible Study Even Better](https://westsidechristians.org/even-better-bible-study/) - The difference between good Bible students and great ones really boils down to this – the ability to ask and to biblically answer questions of the text in order to better know, love and obey God. Note that there are two distinct but interrelated aspects. 1. “The ability to ask and to biblically answer questions
- [Thinking About "The Great Commandment"](https://westsidechristians.org/the-great-commandment/) - “And He said unto him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and
- [The Sympathizing Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/the-sympathizing-jesus/) - “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin” (Hebrews 4:15) As exalted, holy and glorious as Jesus is, it would be a great mistake to think that our High Priest is remote
- [Jesus - The Light of the World](https://westsidechristians.org/jesus-light-of-the-world/) - From the start of the gospel account of the life of Jesus, John wants all to see Jesus as the light that came into a world of darkness. With his first words, “In the beginning,” he takes us back to the very start of time in the world as we know it in Genesis 1:1.
- [Being Undenominational and Pro-Restoration (1)](https://westsidechristians.org/undenominational-pro-restoration/) - The title of this article is not intended to sound vague. Nor is it intended to sound arrogant or like I have all the answers. If I know my heart, it reflects a sincere desire to honor our God and Savior and to respect His holy, authoritative word. It’s a belief I think many people
- [Being Undenominational and Pro-Restoration (2)](https://westsidechristians.org/undenominational-pro-restoration2/) - The best way to truly move forward spiritually is to properly go back to the Bible! There is an old statement about Christianity that constantly rings true: “If it is new, it is not true and if it is true, it is not new.” In last week’s article we noted how important it is to
- [The Cost of Discipleship](https://westsidechristians.org/the-cost-of-discipleship/) - Was Jesus cold or indifferent to the man? Some falsely assert that He was indeed too harsh, at best, and unloving or uncaring, at worst. Further examination and study, though, shows the deeper lesson being taught by our loving Savior. The account to examine briefly is found in Luke 9:57-62. In short, Jesus takes advantage
- [VBS 2022](https://westsidechristians.org/vbs-2022/) - A lot has already been said about it. It’s been mentioned many times in both public and private prayers. Westside’s Vacation Bible School is July 11-14! There will be special Bible classes for all age groups ranging from infants to adults. I’m really excited about the opportunities VBS affords. Here’s a few of those opportunities
- [The Impartiality of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/impartiality-of-jesus/) - Who was drawn to Jesus? If you had only about three years of ministry to bring about the salvation of men’s souls, with whom would you spend your days? Amazingly, Jesus spent time with young and old, rich and poor, those of His nation and those from outside, and everyone in between. If we would
- [Praying for Our Children (1)](https://westsidechristians.org/praying-for-our-children/) - It’s a question that still consumes me, even though our children are now grown and have families of their own. What’s more – I know it’s a question that consumes many Christian parents, because it’s a question I’m asked a lot. We are aware that children are gifts from God, a sacred trust placed in
- [Do You Want to be Made Well?](https://westsidechristians.org/do-you-want-to-be-made-well/) - Don’t you love easy questions? Sometimes we are hammered with difficult questions that can take time and much thought to contemplate and respond. Jesus asked an easy question in John 5:6, “Do you want to be made well?” It was a question posed to a man who had been plagued with an infirmity for a
- [Praying for Our Kids (2)](https://westsidechristians.org/praying-for-our-children2/) - Parents may not fully realize it now, with the constant demands, joys and challenges (and sheer exhaustion!) of parenting, but those little ones really do grow up all too quickly. We want and desperately need God’s help in blessing our children. An earlier article (2 weeks ago) first dealt with this theme. Here’s some additional
- [Practically Speaking to Husbands and Wives](https://westsidechristians.org/practically-speaking-to-husbands-wives/) - In several years of preaching, there is an area that I have come to enjoy very much – premarital counseling. If you had told me when starting this would be something that would bring so much joy and satisfaction, I most likely would have laughed out loud. However, I find it to be very rewarding
- [Why We're Prone to Worry](https://westsidechristians.org/why-were-prone-to-worry/) - Everyone has priorities and values; the real question is – in whom or what do we place them? It’s so easy to believe like a theist and to live like a deist. It’s easy to believe in the real and personal God of Scripture yet to live our life, at least at times, as though
- [Begging Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/begging-jesus/) - There are a number of times in the gospel accounts that individuals are found begging Jesus. They came to Him with strong imploring. They came with a strong desire for Him to do certain things for them. Consider some great lessons we can learn by looking to occasions when people came begging Jesus. Begging Jesus
- [Relationships 101 (From Philemon)](https://westsidechristians.org/relationships-101-philemon/) - How does brotherly love really work? How does it work in situations of extraordinary tension and difficulty? The book of Philemon is a model of Christian friendship, of forgiveness, of both tact and diplomacy on one hand and of contact and straightforwardness on the other. Philemon is all about “the fine art of Christian relationships.”
- [Consider](https://westsidechristians.org/consider/) - Give thought for a moment to the word, ‘consider.’ Consider carries with it the idea of contemplation, focus, or thinking upon a certain subject. The word is found many times throughout the Bible, notice just three examples of when we find this word and the need we see to pause and do some thinking. Consider
- [Things That Save](https://westsidechristians.org/things-that-save/) - Few matters can be more important than what God’s word says about salvation. When one considers the richness of what the New Testament has to say about this theme, all a person can do is express awe and wonder at the matchless mind and marvelous provision of God! Who and what saves according to the
- [What Does Our Gospel Meeting Mean to You?](https://westsidechristians.org/gospel-meeting-mean-to/) - Our gospel meeting with Jeff Jenkins is almost here! It occurs on October 27-30. Perhaps to some people gospel meetings are nothing more than a tradition or formality. It appears that some are willing to discard such efforts, to nail the coffin shut, because they believe gospel meetings serve no real purpose today. Perhaps it
- [What a Fellowship!](https://westsidechristians.org/what-a-fellowship/) - Our Gospel Meeting with Jeff Jenkins begins on October 27. We want non-Christian guests to see and feel the relationship to be found in God’s family. And we want members of sister congregations to find love, trust and peace here too! The word fellowship carries with it the idea of a common bond and commitment
- [One Generation](https://westsidechristians.org/one-generation/) - All it takes is one generation. One generation was there and witnessed the awesome power of God in parting the waters of the Red Sea. One generation witnessed the backing up of the Jordan River when entrance was granted by God into the Promised Land. One generation followed Joshua all of his days. One generation
- [Giving Thanks & Living It Too](https://westsidechristians.org/giving-thanks-and-living-it-too/) - Christians should believe in BOTH Thanksgiving and in Thanks-Living. Our saying of thanks should genuinely be accompanied by our thinking, feeling and expression of it too. Maybe the following Scriptures will be a marvelous incentive in helping us to better possess the attitude of gratitude. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all
- [Persecutor to Preacher](https://westsidechristians.org/persecutor-to-preacher/) - A single event is recorded three times in the book of Acts – the Holy Spirit wanted us to not miss its significance! The conversion of Saul of Tarsus can be read in Acts chapters 9, 22, and 26. Of interest, Acts 9 is given through the perspective of one who was not there, but
- [You, Your Struggles & God](https://westsidechristians.org/you-your-struggles-god/) - It’s not a question of if we’ll struggle and suffer; it’s a matter of when. That may be a reality we recognize in our lives, but it can be an altogether different matter when actually facing those times. How can we face our struggles with faith and strength in the Lord? (cf. Ephesians 6:10). How
- [The Joy of Humble Service](https://westsidechristians.org/joy-of-humble-service/) - From the depths of prison, the Apostle Paul was able to pen one of the most encouraging epistles known to man. It was a letter to Christians and their need to always rejoice in the salvation they had in Christ. In Philippians 2 specifically, we are given the picture of the joy that comes from
- [True Riches](https://westsidechristians.org/true-riches/) - The standard of the world in regards to wealth and riches is so much different than the standards of God. The world says that riches are measured in bank accounts, the size of the house, or the amount of other material possessions. God has always asked His people to consider how true wealth is measured.
- [Improving Our Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/improving-our-worship/) - God has regulated worship. By this, I mean that God Himself has designated/prescribed in His Word both the avenues and attitudes He desires of those who draw near Him in worship (John 4:24). What follows is a checklist for improving our worship. Am I coming before God to worship Him with a true and sincere
- [Update from Ukraine](https://westsidechristians.org/update-from-ukraine/) - Dear brothers and sisters. I'm in Brovary, Kyiv region. Air raid sirens sound several times a day in Brovary. Unfortunately, Russia continues to ruthlessly bombard Ukraine with deadly cruise missiles. They fired over 80 missiles last weekend. Some of these missiles shoot down by our air defenses, and some hit residential buildings and infrastructure. Here
- [November 2022 Update from Ukraine](https://westsidechristians.org/update-from-ukraine-2/) - Hello dear brothers and sisters. I would like to congratulate all of you on the upcoming holidays and wish you, first of all, peace. May peace be in your country, in your families, in your hearts, in your congregations. I also very much want peace to come to Ukraine as soon as possible, and people
- [Bible Classes Cancelled!!!](https://westsidechristians.org/bible-classes-cancelled/) - Due to the weather and road conditions the elders at Westside church of Christ have decided to cancel Bible Classes for Wednesday, February 1st. Since we are not meeting for class this evening, please consider and meditate upon the following scriptures as part of your personal devotion this evening. They are on the topic of
- [The Impact of Unhealthy Teaching](https://westsidechristians.org/the-impact-of-unhealthy-teaching/) - The book of Jude is about living for Jesus when others won’t. It is a book that deals with the unpopular topics of apostasy and false teaching and how God’s people should recognize and respond to it. The purpose statement of Jude is clearly set out in verse 3: “Beloved, although I was very eager
- [It's a Package Deal](https://westsidechristians.org/its-a-package-deal/) - If a person really loves God, that person will truly love His word. That’s even what Jesus said: “If you love Me, keep My commandments” (John 14:15). While a distinction can be made between God and His word, the two can’t be divorced from one another nor should they be separated. Scripture is God’s revelation
- [Keep Watch](https://westsidechristians.org/keep-watch/) - The wind has sure blown in West Texas over the last few weeks! While Midland has seen its share of dust in the air, the pictures taken by those in outlying areas with the dust storms have been incredible. Many have had to drive in those conditions and it sure causes the use of more
- [8 Questions for Every Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/8-questions-marriage/) - 1. Where is God, or where will He be, in our marriage? Will God be missing-inaction? Will He be on the outside looking in? Will God be present, but not in charge? Will He be preeminent in our relationship as we honor marriage as He designed it? 2. Will I seek to act with the
- [The Song of Moses](https://westsidechristians.org/song-of-moses/) - “The Lord is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation; He is my God, and I will praise Him; my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.” These are words from the singing mouth of Moses in Exodus 15:2. What other thoughts could have been expressed than that which he stated? Moses
- [God's People and Respect of Persons](https://westsidechristians.org/respect-of-persons/) - James 2 is a chapter well-known and respected by Christians because of its discussion of faith and works (cf. 2:14-26). In that section of Scripture, faith that doesn’t express itself in outward action is “no good” and “can’t save” (vs. 14), “dead” (vs. 17), “useless” (vs. 20) and “as the body apart from the spirit
- ["If These Walls Could Talk"](https://westsidechristians.org/walls-could-talk/) - “If these walls could talk” is a way of speaking about a particular place where important or interesting events have transpired. Another way of putting it is “God only knows” all the things that have occurred in the place. For sure, there’s a place like that right here in Midland, TX. As a matter of
- [Walking Alone At Eve](https://westsidechristians.org/walking-alone-at-eve/) - Thomas R. Sweatmon was born in 1876, possibly in Georgia. The truth is, there is very little information we know about him. He died in 1969 and is buried in Marionetta, Georgia. We know the year of his birth and the of his death, but not a lot is known about what happened in between.
- [Following the Leader](https://westsidechristians.org/following-the-leader/) - “As the soldier follows his general, as the servant follows his master, as the pupil follows his teacher, as the sheep follows his shepherd, just so the Christian ought to follow Jesus” (J. C. Ryle). The term “disciple” basically means, “a learner, a follower, an understudy or apprentice.” The basic expressions occur approximately 270 times
- [Commitment 101](https://westsidechristians.org/commitment-101/) - But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere (2 Corinthians 2:14). Few things in life are more needed in life than an appropriate sense of commitment. During times of discouragement and difficulty, how we need to
- [How to Damage Any Relationship (Including One With God)](https://westsidechristians.org/damange-any-relationship/) - In Ephesians 4:17-32 Paul through the Holy Spirit tells us what relationships look like when the will of God is loved and pursued. The passage also identifies 7 tendencies we might have to do great damage to relationships. These tendencies are crucial both to consider and to avoid. (1) The Tendency Toward Self-Indulgence. Relationships become
- [The Praise Principle](https://westsidechristians.org/the-praise-principle/) - There’s no doubt about it: What we prize, we praise. Whether we’re talking about our spouse, our children, our favorite sports team, our favorite restaurant or our God, it ’s true. It cannot be said that we ever can praise Got too much, but it surely is possible to praise Him too little. And that
- [The Power to Change Character](https://westsidechristians.org/the-power-to-change-character/) - In his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul is addressing Christians in a very personal and direct way. In chapter one, he marveled they were turning away so soon from him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel (Galatians 1:6). In chapter four he says, “I am afraid for
- [Showing the Love of Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/showing-the-love-of-christ/) - John 3:16 describes the love of God in giving us Jesus. 1 John 3:16 elevates the LOVE and the sacrifice of the Lord in that it challenges all who would read it to emulate the Lord’s great example in sacrificial LOVE. - We know love by this, that He laid down His life for us;
- [A Powerful Preacher](https://westsidechristians.org/a-powerful-preacher/) - “God, please help me to be more like Apollos!” A thoughtful statement and request that all should be willing to make in their prayers to our heavenly Father. The Holy Spirit wants us to know about a man who did so much good for the sake of Jesus and His kingdom. The following is a
- [Teaching Children About God & Public Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/teaching-children-abou-god/) - One of the greatest joys and blessings of being a parent is being able to introduce your kids to God and to His worship and praise. What an amazing opportunity parents have! (see Proverbs 22:6). While introducing children to God and to His worship is an incredible privilege, it can also be quite a challenge.
- [What a Fellowship!](https://westsidechristians.org/what-a-fellowship-2/) - The word fellowship carries with it the idea of a common bond and commitment in Christ to the will, work and walk of God. There is a profound sense of identity (“a common bond and commitment”), belonging (“in Christ”) and participation and sharing (“to the will, work and walk of God). Fellowship is vertical –
- [Let Love Abound](https://westsidechristians.org/let-love-abound/) - Studying the prayers of Paul is a life transforming experience! Philippians 1:9-11, while brief, packs a great punch as Paul prays for the church at Philippi. The apostle continually prays (present tense) for them; he loves them as they are especially dear to his heart. To have brethren in our minds and hearts is wonderful
- [Commitment 101](https://westsidechristians.org/commitment-101-2/) - But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere (2 Corinthians 2:14). Few things in life are more needed in life than an appropriate sense of commitment. During times of discouragement and difficulty, how we need to focus
- [So You Want To Go To Heaven?](https://westsidechristians.org/so-you-want-to-go-to-heaven/) - I just want to go to heaven. I say it often and I really try to remind myself of these words all the time; boil it all down and through Jesus I know that I just want to go to heaven. Like you, I have known many through the years who just wanted to go
- [Prayer for America (Part #1)](https://westsidechristians.org/prayer-for-america1/) - (Note from Mike - The following prayer was offered at PTP a few week’s back by Sam Dilbeck, the preacher for the University church in San Marcos. I think you will find it to be one of the finest prayers of its type that you may have ever heard or read). Holy Father, Creator, Giver,
- [Prayer for America (Part #2)](https://westsidechristians.org/prayer-for-america2/) - (Note from Mike: This is a prayer prayed during PTP a few weeks ago. It was prayed by Sam Dilbeck, who preaches for the University congregation in San Marcos. I thought it was one of the finest prayers for our nation that I have ever heard. I sought his permission to share it with you.
- [One Body](https://westsidechristians.org/one-body/) - Jesus promised to build His church in Matthew 16:18 and after Acts 2, the Lord’s body refers to the church He promised to build (Ephesians 1:22-23). How many churches (bodies) does Jesus have? Allow the Bible to answer the question, “Is one church as good as another?” by looking to just the times a number
- [What is the Gospel?](https://westsidechristians.org/what-is-the-gospel/) - It’s very important to understand the rich, deep nature of the gospel. Here’s 10 basic components of the gospel according to Scripture - 1. The Gospel is an Announcement. The God of Heaven wants to Have a Relationship with Every Human Being (Luke 2:9-14; 1Timothy 2:4). 2. The Gospel is a Person - Jesus Christ.
- [Baptism is a Call and an Answer](https://westsidechristians.org/baptism-call-and-answer/) - Remember when phones were really not that smart? It still boggles the mind to think that through a ‘land line’ numbers could be dialed and voices could be heard with great clarity on opposing sides of the country and even the world. This writer is certainly not an expert on how those ‘old-fashioned’ phones worked,
- ["Living Godly"](https://westsidechristians.org/living-godly/) - That’s the theme of our upcoming Gospel Meeting with Carl McCann, and it will be here before we know it (October 22-25). I hope you’re praying about, inviting others to and planning to actively and faithfully participate in, this special effort. Carl is a wonderful Christian brother who will do his part and more in
- [The Power of an Invitation](https://westsidechristians.org/the-power-of-an-invitation/) - The Gospel is God’s power to save – Romans 1:16. The power to save is in the message, not in the messenger. We have an opportunity to invite friends, neighbors, and loved ones to hear the message of God’s word every week when we gather to worship. However, a special opportunity to hear the word
- [When Jesus Marveled](https://westsidechristians.org/when-jesus-marveled/) - That the Son of God marveled is in itself a marvel! The Lord’s work in creation, salvation, and providence ought to cause all humanity to marvel and be awe-struck! (Psalm 8; 19:1; Acts 14:17; Revelation 5:8- 14). In a world that’s too easily “amazed” in some ways and not enough in others, there’s a place
- [Thanksgiving and Praise](https://westsidechristians.org/thanksgiving-and-praise/) - “Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name,” (Psalm 100:4). Twice in this one verse, the Psalmist connects the thoughts of thanksgiving and praise. Enter with thanksgiving and praise; be thankful to Him and bless His name. As a country, we find that
- [The Cure for Worry](https://westsidechristians.org/the-cure-for-worry-2/) - The devil will use temptations and troubles to worry and weaken us, but God can use them to strengthen us (see 1 Peter 5:10-12). When problems cause us to worry, the prescription is prayer. 1 Peter chapter 5 speaks of God as the Mighty Warrior-King and as Merciful Lord and Shepherd. As Warrior-King, we are
- [Enriched With Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/enriched-with-jesus/) - In Luke 5:1-11, the account is given of Jesus teaching multitudes of people on the shores of Galilee. At one point, He stepped into a boat belonging to Peter and continued His teaching. When finished, the Lord turned to Peter and said, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.”
- [Grasping God's Glory](https://westsidechristians.org/grasping-gods-glory/) - There is not a subject in all of Scripture that will do more to cause us to love and live for God than a study of His glory. We either live to our own glory, or to the glory of another - or to the glory of God. To do the will of God to
- [O For A Faith That Will Not Shrink](https://westsidechristians.org/o-for-a-faith/) - The familiar hymn with the above title was written in 1831 by a religious man in Great Britan, William Bathurst. As we prepare to move from one year into the next, perhaps it would be a great time to reflect and to plan. How is your faith now as compared to this time last year?
- [The Proper Steps to Heaven](https://westsidechristians.org/proper-steps-to-heaven/) - The lives that we are living are full of God’s blessings. Daily we see His benefits and as our Father, we see His tender care and compassion. We must live our lives with an understanding that His desire is for us to live forever in His home. Jesus said, “In My Father’s house are many
- [Recalibrating Our Conscience](https://westsidechristians.org/recalibrating-our-conscience/) - The “conscience” is our awareness or consciousness of what we believe is right and wrong. Recalibrating our conscience has to do with our better aligning it with the standard of God’s holy word so that it more accurately functions in a way that glorifies Him (1 Timothy 1:5). The conscience is a gift from our
- [Finding What Nathanael Found](https://westsidechristians.org/nathanael-found/) - In November 2019, Paul Raynard, an engineer from Great Britan went to Ireland for vacation. He had always been an enthusiast for metal detecting and a friend of his asked him to bring his detector and help him look for his lost wedding ring in a field. He never found the wedding ring, but his
- [Would Saul Find Me?](https://westsidechristians.org/would-saul-find-me/) - The beloved physician, Luke, records in Acts 9:1-2 that Saul of Tarsus went to the leaders of the Jews and received permission to go to Damascus and bring followers of Jesus bound to Jerusalem. Luke says that Saul was ‘breathing threats and murder’ (Acts 9:1). Saul himself would say later, “I also received letters to
- [A Christ-Centered Heart](https://westsidechristians.org/christ-centered-heart/) - The book of Galatians was written in the heat of controversy. There were some who were trying to coerce Christians to be circumcised and to observe various aspects of the Jewish law. Paul saw this as a threat to the very nature of the gospel (Galatians 1:6-9) and said “to them we did not yield
- [The Beauty of God's Organization](https://westsidechristians.org/gods-organization/) - A complete picture of God’s ideal congregation is given for us in Philippians 1:1. There Paul addresses his ‘sweetheart’ church in Philippi with these words, “To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons.” It is a beautiful picture of the Lord’s church and organized exactly the way
- [What's Overlooked in Selecting Overseers?](https://westsidechristians.org/whats-overlooked/) - Just a few days before our shepherd selection began here, I asked 8 men with a collective 320 years of preaching and teaching experience the following question: “What is the most overlooked thing in an elder selection process in a congregation?” It was amazing, that to a man, they said this was a question they
- [A Very Big Decision](https://westsidechristians.org/a-very-big-decision/) - I was about to make the biggest decision of my life. It was a Monday. It was sunny and I was in school. I was hard at work and it was 1:30. I knew my parents would be coming to pick me up at 1:30. They did come and we went to pick up the
- [A Picture of the Christian Life](https://westsidechristians.org/picture-christian-life/) - Paul said the Christians in Thessalonica had a faith that was spoken of in every place. Everywhere he went, people were talking about the faith of the Christians in Thessalonica. Wouldn’t it be something if we had a faith that people talked about in such positive light? What was it that had everyone talking about
- [What is the Gospel?](https://westsidechristians.org/what-is-the-gospel-2/) - It’s very important to understand the rich, deep nature of the gospel. Here’s 10 basic components of the gospel according to Scripture 1. The Gospel is an Announcement. The God of Heaven wants to Have a Relationship with Every Human Being (Luke 2:9-14; 1Timothy 2:4). 2. The Gospel is a Person - Jesus Christ. He
- [Stress and Young People](https://westsidechristians.org/stress-young-people/) - Although there is some disagreement among experts as to precisely why, there is an abundance of evidence which indicates young people are experiencing a seemingly unprecedented level of stress. Psychologist Daniel Keating noted: “Depression, anxiety and feeling overwhelmed are not all the same thing, but they do share a common feature: experiencing a level of
- [For the Joy](https://westsidechristians.org/for-the-joy/) - In one of the more familiar chapters of the Bible, Hebrews 11, the writer has just spoken of the faith of many individuals in the Old Testament. The ones mentioned are the example that we should be following – we are surrounded by their examples of faithfulness and this is what will lead us on
- [The Love Chapter for Mothers](https://westsidechristians.org/chapter-for-mothers/) - Note from Mike: I shared this in last Sunday’s Bible Class on 1 Corinthians 13. A good number in class asked for a copy, and it’s placed in this week’s bulletin as a thoughtful reminder what a blessing loving, godly mothers really are. If I talk to my children about what is right and what
- [What Does Our Gospel Meeting Mean To You?](https://westsidechristians.org/gospel-meeting-to-you/) - Our gospel meeting with John Gooch will be here in less than a month! (October 6-9). It appears that some believe gospel meetings serve no real purpose today. Perhaps it isn’t wise to do away with these special efforts so hastily. Could it possibly be that the lack of support for gospel meetings and other
- [Three Gardens](https://westsidechristians.org/three-gardens/) - As we enter into the Fall of the year, most gardens are past the producing stage. However, before the chill sets in, consider three gardens worth the attention of God’s people found in Scripture. The Garden of Eden (Garden of temptation) This is described as a place of incredible beauty (Genesis 2:8-17). This garden had
- [The Power of an Invitation](https://westsidechristians.org/power-of-an-invitation-2/) - The Gospel is God’s power to save – Romans 1:16. The power to save is in the message, not in the messenger. We have an opportunity to invite friends, neighbors, and loved ones to hear the message of God’s word every week when we gather to worship. However, a special opportunity to hear the word
- [Showers of Blessings](https://westsidechristians.org/showers-of-blessings/) - Showers of Blessings - That’s the theme of our Gospel Meeting with John Gooch beginning on Sunday. And the theme really does say a lot about what our Gospel Meeting on October 6-9 holds for us. I did some study of rain in the Bible and the expression “Showers of Blessings” took on even greater
- [Why a Marriage Seminar?](https://westsidechristians.org/marriage-seminar/) - A few years back, our shepherds suggested Cherie and I do a Marriage Seminar here at Westside. Westside hasn’t had one in quite a while. If memory serves properly, John and Carla Moore conducted our last one about 6 years ago. Cherie and I last did one at Westside 13 years ago. Admittedly we are
- [Walk this Way](https://westsidechristians.org/walk-this-way/) - It’s safe to say there’s no richer book in all the New Testament than Ephesians. It often has been noted that the first three chapters of Ephesians says a great deal about a Christian’s wealth in Christ (cf. 1:3; 2:4-7). At the beginning of chapter four, Paul really starts to stress the importance of the
- [A God-Given Name](https://westsidechristians.org/god-given-name/) - It is a thought that should be a source of great joy and comfort – the church belonging to Jesus was in the mind of God from eternity! God was not caught off-guard when the crown of His creation, Adam and Eve, would make the choice to disobey and bring sin into the world. God
- [When You're Tempted to Worry](https://westsidechristians.org/tempted-to-worry/) - Everyone has priorities and values; the real question is - in whom or what do we place them? It’s so easy to believe like a theist and to live like a deist. It’s easy to believe in the real and personal God of Scripture yet to live our life, at least at times, as though
- [The Beauty of Forgiveness](https://westsidechristians.org/beauty-of-forgiveness/) - What a message we’re privileged to proclaim as Christians. God has the power to take away sin (John 1:29). He can remove guilt and cleanse our consciences (Rom. 8:33-34; Heb. 9:14; 10:22). Jesus the “Great Physician” can provide true healing for those who hurt. Surely these are truths we must believe, humbly and lovingly apply,
- [Full Atonement - Can It Be?](https://westsidechristians.org/full-atonement/) - In 1875, the religious world was blessed with the hymn written by Philip P. Bliss. It is one that can easily be sung with both a great smile and a tear in the eye. The words should cause a great stir of different emotions as they are pondered for all the reasons we can sing,
- [The Importance of Congregational Singing](https://westsidechristians.org/congregational-singing/) - Our singing workshop is coming up next weekend. Is this really that important? Is it really necessary for us all to really try to be present? How important is congregational singing anyway? May two reminders be offered for your consideration? Congregational singing draws the children of God closer to our Heavenly Father James 4:8 reminds
- [How to Help a Friend Get Better Into the Bible & Maybe Yourself Too!](https://westsidechristians.org/how-to-help/) - Recently I was asked by a godly shepherd how to encourage someone to really learn to love and get into Scripture. Here’s the first part of the response, given in the hope that it may help someone else too. 1. Approach the Bible God-Centeredly. The Bible is a book from God, about God and the
- [How to Help a Friend Get Better Into the Bible & Maybe Yourself Too! (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/how-to-help2/) - In last week’s bulletin, we noted 5 ways to approach the word of God. Here’s 5 more. 6. Approach the Bible Studiously. Think of Bible study as digging for gold, diving for pearls and as excavating for the purpose of building one’s life. A great relationship with the Lord does not occur without gaining skill
- [Heart-Felt Religion](https://westsidechristians.org/heart-felt-religion/) - Religion that is not heart-felt is no religion at all! To those who might feel compelled to offer criticism by suggesting that members of the church do not believe in heart-felt religion, please be reminded of these simple truths from God. The Necessity of Heart-Felt Religion Do the words of the inspired, Solomon, come to
- [Settling the Score](https://westsidechristians.org/settling-the-score-2/) - Revenge, retaliation, to avenge, to get even - these are all synonyms for settling the score with someone who did us wrong. And pay-back can be sweet, can’t it? Often it’s not a matter of getting even when we’ve been hurt or mistreated, in our anger and pain we want to get ahead. One wonders
- [Translating God's Truth Into Life](https://westsidechristians.org/truth-into-life/) - Truth often is maligned, misunderstood, minimized or mocked. God, however, is very concerned about our attitude toward truth. Its importance is seen in the following - We ought to KNOW the truth (John 8:31-32). We ought to LOVE the truth (2 Thessalonians 2:10). We ought to PRACTICE the truth in our daily lives (2 Corinthians
- [A Picture of God](https://westsidechristians.org/picture-of-god/) - Your picture of God is everything to your life! The Psalmist in Psalm 95 offers us a great picture of God that we would do well to study and ensure his words help formulate our picture of God, too! The following are the names used of God in Psalm 95 with a single phrase to
- [Showing the Love of Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/showing-the-love/) - John 3:16 describes the love of God in giving us Jesus. 1 John 3:16 elevates the LOVE and the sacrifice of the Lord in that it challenges all who would read it to emulate the Lord’s great example in sacrificial LOVE. -We know love by this, that He laid down His life for us; and
- [Living Godly](https://westsidechristians.org/living-godly-2/) - “Godliness” can be defined as loving devotion to God characterized by a life of conformity to His will in one’s thinking, speaking and living. It’s an affectionate longing, a dependence, knowledge, submission and desire to obey God. The expression is especially found in 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus in the New Testament, books I
- [The Beauty of Forgiveness](https://westsidechristians.org/beauty-of-forgiveness-2/) - What a message we’re privileged to proclaim as Christians. God has the power to take away sin (John 1:29). He can remove guilt and cleanse our consciences (Rom. 8:33-34; Heb. 9:14; 10:22). Jesus the “Great Physician” can provide true healing for those who hurt. Surely these are truths we must believe, humbly and lovingly apply,
- [Lessons From Jesus On How to Treat Women](https://westsidechristians.org/how-to-treat-women/) - The Gospel of Luke stresses the universal scope of our Savior’s ministry. It especially stands out for the considerable attention it gives to the “have nots” - those of low status or those the people generally looked down upon. This would include tax collectors, sinners, Gentiles, the poor, the sick and disabled, and women. Here
- [One Generation](https://westsidechristians.org/one-generation-2/) - All it takes is one generation. One generation was there and witnessed the awesome power of God in parting the waters of the Red Sea. One generation witnessed the backing up of the Jordan River when entrance was granted by God into the Promised Land. One generation followed Joshua all of his days. One generation
- [Keep Your Eyes On Your Ears](https://westsidechristians.org/eyes-on-ears/) - “He who has ears, let him hear” (Matthew 13:9) Good communication can be tough, can’t it? Experts say we spend about 75% of our conscious hours communicating: 10% writing / texting, 15% reading, 30% speaking and 45% hearing (ecgcoaching.com). If you were wondering why you feel so tired, now you know! English-speaking persons typically talk
- [Things You Need To Know About 1 Peter](https://westsidechristians.org/need-to-know-1peter/) - Let me share with you 7 Key Words of 1 Peter. I think it will greatly encourage us to be people of hope in Christ (See 1 Peter 1:3-4, 13; 3:15). 1 Peter is a book about GRACE. Notice 1 Peter 1:2, 10 and 13. In fact, the word occurs in all 5 chapters of
- [VBS Makes a Lasting Impression!](https://westsidechristians.org/lasting-impression/) - This year’s VBS almost is here (July 7-11). VBS is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impression for good on both younger and older alike, on the congregation and on our neighborhood and community. Just to make a point: how many of YOU have special memories of VBS when you were younger? Here’s WHY
- [Overcoming Greed](https://westsidechristians.org/overcoming-greed/) - In concluding our recent study of First Timothy, it was striking to study the difference between greed and godly contentment in the lives of God’s people. It is possible as Christians to have misplaced priorities, even unintentionally. In our nation and culture, it is possible, even with the best intentions, to fail in our contentment.
- [How to Respond to Biblical Questions](https://westsidechristians.org/how-to-respond/) - There have always been those who have been interested in Christianity and who have questioned its practitioners (Acts 17:18-20; 25:22; 26:1). We should not be surprised when people question our faith today. When it comes to answering questions about our faith and why we believe what we believe we must be careful and wise. We
- [Making That Little Extra Effort](https://westsidechristians.org/extra-effort/) - Our Gospel Meeting - a special effort with Hiram Kemp - is just around the corner (September 12-14). We can be very confident that Hiram will do a great job proclaiming the gospel of Christ. This effort is a special opportunity for those of us at Westside to make that little extra effort. After all,
- [A Last-Minute Check-List For A Truly Great Gospel Meeting](https://westsidechristians.org/check-list/) - Our special series, “Christ, the Cross & the Church” with Hiram Kemp begins this Friday evening at 7 PM (September 12). Much has been said about it in recent months. Here’s a few last-minute considerations to think about - Have I prayed that God greatly be praised and glorified through this special effort? (Ephesians 1:6,
- [Kids and Public Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/kids-public-worship/) - While introducing children to God and to His worship is an incredible privilege, it can also be quite a challenge. One young Christian couple jokingly referred to their life as Christians as “Worship B.C. and A.D.” – Before Children and After Diapers! It can be really hard for parents to properly focus on God during
- [Walking Alone at Eve](https://westsidechristians.org/walking-alone-at-eve-2/) - Thomas R. Sweatmon was born in 1876. It is assumed that he was born in Georgia. The truth is, there is very little information we know about him. He died in 1969 and is buried in Marionetta, Georgia. We know the year of his birth and the of his death, but not a lot is
- [Sight, Insight & Perception](https://westsidechristians.org/sight-insight-perception/) - For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal (2 Corinthians 4:17-18). Life can
- [Our Greatest Treasure](https://westsidechristians.org/our-greatest-treasure/) - Psalm 16 is a psalm every Christian should soak in and let sink deeply into every fiber of our being. Ultimately, Psalm 16 can be summarized in one word - Confidence. But the confidence expressed in Psalm 16 is not personal pride or arrogance; it is confidence in God (cf. John 15:4-5; 2 Corinthians 3:5).
- [Surrounded by Trouble - Yet Secure](https://westsidechristians.org/surrounded-by-trouble-2/) - Psalm 91 is a powerful reminder that REAL safety and security are ultimately only found in God. It is a psalm of trust that, along with Psalm 46, is in a class all its own. The story of our faith is written in the names of God in the first two verses of Psalm 91.
- [When Jesus Marveled](https://westsidechristians.org/when-jesus-marveled-2/) - That the Son of God marveled is in itself a marvel! The Lord’s work in creation, salvation, and providence ought to cause all humanity to marvel and be awe-struck! (Psalm 8; 19:1; Acts 14:17; Revelation 5:8-14). In a world that’s too easily “amazed” at times and not enough in others, there’s a place for restoring
- [Thanksgiving and Praise](https://westsidechristians.org/thanksgiving-and-praise-2/) - “Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name,” (Psalm 100:4). Twice in this one verse, the Psalmist connects the thoughts of thanksgiving and praise. As a country, we find that at this time of year ‘Thanksgiving’ or ‘the giving of thanks’ is on
- [Giving thanks & Living It Too](https://westsidechristians.org/giving-thanks-living-it/) - Happy Thanksgiving! (whether it’s the holiday known as Thanksgiving or not). Christians should believe in BOTH Thanksgiving and in Thanks-Living. Our saying of thanks should genuinely be accompanied by our thinking, feeling and expression of it too. Maybe the following Scriptures will be helpful for us to better possess the attitude of gratitude. Bless the
- [A Divine "Q & A Session"](https://westsidechristians.org/q-and-a/) - No one is ever going to look good trying to “trip up” Jesus! The Son of God, the embodiment of wisdom, will not be “stumped,” outwitted or made a fool. It is Tuesday, just prior to the Cross. Four questions dominate Matthew 22. Three questions are asked by Christ’s adversaries or critics. The fourth is
- [Learn to Discern](https://westsidechristians.org/learn-to-discern/) - Think of discernment as a much-to-be desired treasure (Proverbs 2:3-5). It is was Solomon asked for (1 Kings 3:9-11), and it is what Paul prayed that the church of Philippi display even more (Philippians 1:9-11). The writer of Hebrews spoke of his readers need for greater discernment (Hebrews 5:11-14). Do we see the great need
- [What shall I do with Jesus?](https://westsidechristians.org/what-shall-i-do/) - Jesus stood before the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate. The ruler asked a question that all need to be concerned with answering, “What then shall I do with Jesus who is called Christ?” (Matthew 27:22) Pilate wanted to please the people and this he did by releasing to them one prisoner at that time each year.
- [Grace Motivates](https://westsidechristians.org/grace-motivates/) - “Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift” (2 Corinthians 9:15). Earlier in 2 Corinthians, Paul had used the expression “thanks be to God” in connection with the victory God gives (2:14) and the care we ought to have for each other (8:16-17). In 2 Corinthians chapters 8 and 9, Paul is writing to encourage
- [Think About It](https://westsidechristians.org/think-about-it/) - Although we as Christians have our “citizenship in heaven” (Philippians 3:20-21), we still reside on earth. Christians have to live in the world in a way that both honors God and thankfully embraces what is good, as we understand life here especially in light of the Cross of Christ (Philippians 3:10). Isolation from the world,
- [Thinking About "The Great Commandment"](https://westsidechristians.org/the-great-commandment-2/) - “And He said unto him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and
- [Return to Jerusalem](https://westsidechristians.org/return-to-jerusalem/) - A panicked mother asked her twelve-year-old son, “Child, why have You treated us this way? Behold, Your father and I have been anxiously searching for You.” Of course, those familiar with Scripture will recognize these as the words of Mary to Jesus in Luke 2:48. His earthly parents supposed He was with relatives on the
- [The Impact of Unhealthy Teaching](https://westsidechristians.org/unhealthy-teaching/) - The book of Jude is about living for Jesus when others won’t. It is a book that deals with the unpopular topics of apostasy and false teaching and how God’s people should recognize and respond to it. The purpose statement of Jude is clearly set out in verse 3: “Beloved, although I was very eager
- [The Power of God's Word](https://westsidechristians.org/power-of-gods-word-2/) - Our words carry great power! With our words we can encourage and build up, speak with love and compassion and with our words we can just as easily discourage and tear down. On average, we speak between 125 and 150 words per minute. There is great power on display every time our mouths open. That
- [How to Get the Most Out of Worship This Sunday (1)](https://westsidechristians.org/get-the-most-out1/) - 1. Go to bed a little earlier on Saturday night so you can come rested and ready to worship. (Ecclesiastes 5:1) 2. Read or listen to five Psalms when you wake up to prepare your heart for worship (e.g., Psalm 120– 124). 3. Pray for your congregation on your way to worship. (1 Thessalonians 5:25)
- [How to Get the Most Out of Worship This Sunday (2)](https://westsidechristians.org/get-the-most-out2/) - (Editor’s Note: A couple of weeks ago, part 1 of this article was offered. I thought it would be a good idea for you to see the rest - Mike). 16. If your congregation offers Bible class, be sure to attend. (Acts 2:42; Colossians 4:16) 17. Follow along in your own Bible during the lesson.
- [Blessed, Blessed, Blessed!](https://westsidechristians.org/blessed-3/) - Ephesians 1:3-14 is one very, very long sentence in the original language, consisting of about 202 Greek words. Understand it has to be large because of the subject matter. Blessed, blessed, blessed - that is how this section of Scripture begins (See Ephesians 1:3). Then the apostle Paul unpacks truckload after truckload of truth as

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- [Ladies’ Bible Classes](https://westsidechristians.org/ministries/ladies-bible-classes/) - There are several opportunities for women to engage in serious study of the word of God and in prayer together. A regular Monday ladies class is held in the home of one of our members. There’s a ladies class on Wednesdays at 10 AM at the building and an ongoing discussion class for women every
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- [Men’s Prayer Breakfasts](https://westsidechristians.org/ministries/mens-prayer-breakfasts/) - At least once a quarter, the men of the congregation come together on a Saturday morning for breakfast and to pray. Updates are given by our elders concerning the work of the church. It is a great opportunity for fellowship!
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- [Local Outreach](https://westsidechristians.org/ministries/local-outreach/) - In recent years, the Westside church of Christ has been thankful for several opportunities to serve the Midland community and share the message of Christ. The congregation has developed a relationship with Premier Charter School in Midland, helping Junior High and High School students learn more about Jesus and His church. The school has also
- [Benevolence](https://westsidechristians.org/ministries/benevolence/) - Westside seeks to show the love of Christ through an active benevolence effort. The congregation maintains a well-stocked clothing room and pantry so that help can be provided to individuals and families facing difficult circumstances. By meeting practical needs, the church strives to serve others with compassion while also sharing the hope found in Christ.
- [What We Believe](https://westsidechristians.org/what-we-believe/) - The Westside Church of Christ invites you to attend any of our services. We love having visitors and would be honored by your presence. We are a warm, friendly, and loving congregation, and we are sure you would feel welcome. We seek to follow the New Testament in all we do in our worship services.
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- [Our Greatest Treasure](https://westsidechristians.org/our-greatest-treasure/) - Psalm 16 is a psalm every Christian should soak in and let sink deeply into every fiber of our being. Ultimately, Psalm 16 can be summarized in one word - Confidence. But the confidence expressed in Psalm 16 is not personal pride or arrogance; it is confidence in God (cf. John 15:4-5; 2 Corinthians 3:5).
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## Sermons

- [Victory in Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/victory-in-jesus/)
- [Life Beyond the Losses](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/life-beyond-the-losses/)
- [The Matchless Name of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-matchless-name-of-jesus/)
- [The Throne and Its Occupant](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-throne-and-its-occupant/)
- [Worshipping with Wonder and Wisdom](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/worshipping-with-wonder-and-wisdom/)
- [Thirst-Quenching Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/thirst-quenching-worship/)
- [Shaped by Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/shaped-by-worship/)
- [Balance in Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/balance-in-worship-2/)
- [Going Behind Your Father's Back](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/going-behind-your-fathers-back/)
- [You Only Live Once](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/you-only-live-once/)
- [Worship When It Hurts](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/worship-when-it-hurts/)
- [Balance in Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/balance-in-worship/)
- [A Grad's Guide to Not Getting Lost](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-grads-guide-to-not-getting-lost/)
- [Worship Matters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/worship-matters-3/)
- [Preparing Our Hearts to Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/preparing-our-hearts-to-worship-2/)
- [Worship Matters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/worship-matters-2/)
- [Preparing Our Hearts to Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/preparing-our-hearts-to-worship/)
- [The Bronze Serpent](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-bronze-serpent/)
- [The Lord's Bloodwork](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lords-bloodwork/)
- [Worship Matters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/worship-matters/)
- [Hypocrites, Heathen and How Not to Pray](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/hypocrites-heathen-and-how-not-to-pray/)
- [Worship from the Top Down](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/worship-from-the-top-down/)
- [Biblical Claims for Inspiration](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/biblical-claims-for-inspiration/)
- [The Cannon of Scripture](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-cannon-of-scripture/)
- [The Transmission of the Bible Text](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-transmission-of-the-bible-text/)
- [The English Bible](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-english-bible/)
- [The Biblical Covenant](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-biblical-covenant/)
- [The Bible and You](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-bible-and-you/)
- [Servant Leaders](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/servant-leaders/)
- [Situational Ethics](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/situational-ethics/)
- [Making a Committed Choice](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-a-committed-choice/)
- [By What Authority?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/great-conclusions-of-the-bible-religious-authority/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Washed](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-washed/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Sanctified](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-sanctified/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Justified](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-justified/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Elected](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-elected/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Propitiation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-propitiation/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Reconciliation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-reconciliation/)
- [Triumphant Terms: Redemption](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/triumphant-terms-redemption/)
- [The Post-Credit Scene](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-post-credit-scene/)
- [The First Sign: Water Into Wine](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-first-sign-water-into-wine/)
- [Reality of the Resurrection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/reality-of-the-resurrection/)
- [Order of the Resurrection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/order-of-the-resurrection/)
- [If You Want to See the Church Grow (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/if-you-want-to-see-the-church-grow-part-1/)
- [If You Want To See The Church Grow (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/if-you-want-to-see-the-church-grow-part-2/)
- [Why the Trinity Matters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-the-trinity-matters/)
- [Avoiding the Lure of Lust](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/avoiding-the-lure-of-lust/)
- [Singing in the Reign](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/singing-in-the-reign/)
- [Command Me to Come to You](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/command-me-to-come-to-you/)
- [Grace Notes](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/grace-notes/)
- [The Place of Grace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-place-of-grace/)
- [Grace and Disgrace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/grace-and-disgrace/)
- [When God Gave a Preacher the Axe](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-god-gave-a-preacher-the-axe/)
- [Help of the Helpless](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/help-of-the-helpless/)
- [The Promise of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-promise-of-god/)
- [Carnal Christianity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/carnal-christianity/)
- [If Your Brother Sins](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/if-your-brother-sins/)
- [Considering the Cost of Commitment](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/considering-the-cost-of-commitment/)
- [Faithful Words](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faithful-words/)
- [Grasping God's Holiness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/grasping-gods-holiness/)
- [Abundant in Mercy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/abundant-in-mercy/)
- [A Call to Remembrance](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-call-to-remembrance/)
- [The Heart of Humility](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-heart-of-humility/)
- [Imitating the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/imitating-the-church/)
- [Majesty and Dignity (part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/majesty-and-dignity-part-1/)
- [Salvation 101 (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/salvation-101-part-1/)
- [Salvation 101 (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/salvation-101-part-2/)
- [The Gospel According to Goliath](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-according-to-goliath/)
- [The Blind See](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-blind-see/)
- [The Old Testament in 7 Passages](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-old-testament-in-7-passages/)
- [Praising and Pleasing](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/praising-and-pleasing/)
- [Stronger Faith](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/stronger-faith/)
- [Walk in His Shoes](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/walk-in-his-shoes/)
- [Thomas and the Queen](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/thomas-and-the-queen/)
- [God's Plan for Unity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/gods-plan-for-unity/)
- [Unity: Fellowship and Edification](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/unity-fellowship-and-edification/)
- [Proper Conduct](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/proper-conduct/) - Warning - Loud Audio
- [The Lord's House](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lords-house/) - *Warning - Loud Audio
- [Truth Beyond Dispute](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/truth-beyond-dispute/)
- [What Will You Do With Jesus?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-will-you-do-with-jesus/)
- [What Held Jesus to the Cross?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-held-jesus-to-the-cross/)
- [The Crucified Life: Follow Me](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-crucified-life-follow-me/)
- [The Crucified Life: The Indignity of the Cross](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-crucified-life-the-indignity-of-the-cross/)
- [The Crucified Life: Deny Yourself](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-crucified-life-deny-yourself/)
- [The Crucified Life: Take Up Your Cross](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-crucified-life-take-up-your-cross/)
- [The Crucified Life: The Joy of Discipleship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-crucified-life-the-joy-of-discipleship/)
- [Our Local Mission Field: Problems Facing OUR Teens](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/our-local-mission-field-problems-facing-our-teens/)
- [The Mighty Men of Moses](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-mighty-men-of-moses/)
- [Report from the South Pacific](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/report-from-the-south-pacific/)
- [Truly Optimistic Faith](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/truly-optimistic-faith/)
- [Salvation Belongs to Our God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/salvation-belongs-to-our-god/)
- [Update on Apipilulco Mexico](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/update-on-apipilulco-mexico/)
- [Life In Christ (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/life-in-christ-part-1/)
- [Life In Christ (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/life-in-christ-part-2/)
- [Is God Fair? (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/is-god-fair-part-1/)
- [Is God Fair? (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/is-god-fair-part-2/)
- [What Does the Future Hold for Churches of Christ in America?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-does-the-future-hold-for-churches-of-christ-in-america/)
- [God's Eulogy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/gods-eulogy/)
- [Things Still Beyond Dispute](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/things-still-beyond-dispute/)
- [Meditating On the Magnificent](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/meditating-on-the-magnificent/)
- [In the Image and Likeness of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-the-image-and-likeness-of-god/)
- [What Does the Future Hold for Churches of Christ in America? (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-does-the-future-hold-for-churches-of-christ-in-america-2/)
- [When You're Lonely and Life's Caving In](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-youre-lonely-and-lifes-caving-in/)
- [What the Saved Will Enjoy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-the-saved-will-enjoy/)
- [Blessings](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/blessings/)
- [A Ministry of Remembering](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-ministry-of-remembering/)
- [In-Depth Blessings of Revelation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-depth-blessings-of-revelation/)
- [How to Measure Your Soul](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-to-measure-your-soul/)
- [The Greatest Things in Life](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-greatest-things-in-life/)
- [I'm Glad the Church Needs Money](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/im-glad-the-church-needs-money/)
- [The Lamb and the Cross](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lamb-and-the-cross/)
- [The Value and Place of Young People](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-value-and-place-of-young-people/)
- [The Value and Place of the Old Testament](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-value-and-place-of-the-old-testament/)
- [What if We Sit?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-if-we-sit/)
- [Christ and Him Crucified](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/christ-and-him-crucified/)
- [Making Life Count](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-life-count/)
- [Your Most Important Portfolio](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/your-most-important-portfolio/)
- [7 Thoughts to Bless Any Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/7-thoughts-to-bless-any-marriage/)
- [Singleness in the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/singleness-in-the-church/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 1: The Nature & Person of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-1-the-nature-person-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 2: The Nature & Names of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-2-the-nature-names-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 3: The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-3-the-holy-spirit-in-the-old-testament/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 4: The Holy Spirit in the Life of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-4-the-holy-spirit-in-the-life-of-jesus/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 5: The Holy Spirit & the Word of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-5-the-holy-spirit-the-word-of-god/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 6: The Holy Spirit & Conversion](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-6-the-holy-spirit-conversion/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 7: The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-7-the-person-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 8: The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-8-the-person-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 9: The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-9-the-person-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 10: The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-10-the-person-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 11: The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-11-the-person-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [The Work of the Holy Spirit: Part 12: The Person & Work of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-work-of-the-holy-spirit-part-12-the-person-work-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [Before and After Baptism](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/before-and-after-baptism/)
- [When a Sermon Got Stopped](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-a-sermon-got-stopped/)
- [Maintaining Biblical Balance: Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/maintaining-biblical-balance/)
- [In Remembrance](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-remembrance/)
- [Jesus the Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/jesus-the-christ/)
- [Maintaining Biblical Balance: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/maintaining-biblical-balance-part-2/)
- [A Christian's Response in Times of Turmoil](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-christians-response-in-times-of-turmoil/)
- [Passion for Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/passion-for-christ/)
- [We're All in this Together](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/were-all-in-this-together/)
- [God Delivers](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-delivers/)
- [Knowing God's Peace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/knowing-gods-peace/)
- [Passages of Hope](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/passages-of-hope/)
- [The Lord is My Portion](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lord-is-my-portion/)
- [Prayer, Peace and the Presence of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/prayer-peace-and-the-presence-of-god/)
- [The Power to See Things Through](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-power-to-see-things-through/)
- [His Mother and Mine](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/his-mother-and-mine/)
- [Reasons for Rejoicing](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/reasons-for-rejoicing/)
- [Reasons to Rejoice: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/reasons-to-rejoice-part-2/)
- [The Lord of Every Circumstance](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lord-of-every-circumstance/)
- [Sin, Salvation, Assurance in Song](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sin-salavation-assurance-in-song/)
- [God's Way to Stress Management](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/gods-way-to-stress-management/)
- [Pew Packers - June 21, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-june-21-2020/)
- [Farewell to the Westside Faithful](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/farewell-to-the-westside-faithful/)
- [Pew Packers - June 28, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-june-28-2020/)
- [Dealing With the Can's and Cant's in Matters of Judgment (1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dealing-with-the-cans-and-cants-in-matters-of-judgment-1/)
- [Pew Packers - July 12, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-july-12-2020/)
- [Blessings in Disguise](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/blessings-in-disguise/)
- [Dealing with Can’s and Cant’s in Matters of Opinion](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dealing-with-cans-and-cants-in-matters-of-opinion/)
- [Pew Packers - July 19, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-july-19-2020/)
- [Never Waste A Setback](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/never-waste-a-setback/)
- [Pew Packers - July 26, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-july-26-2020/)
- [Passages of Hope (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/passages-of-hope-part-1/)
- [Pew Packers - August 2, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-august-2-2020/)
- [Passages of Hope: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/passages-of-hope-part-2/)
- [Toe-Tapping Songs of Faith](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/toe-tapping-songs-of-faith/)
- [Pew Packers - August 9, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-august-9-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - August 16, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-august-16-2020/)
- [Toe-Tapping Songs of Faith: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/toe-tapping-songs-of-faith-part-2/)
- [Pew Packers - August 23, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-august-23-2020/)
- [The Power of United Prayer](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-power-of-united-prayer/)
- [The Glorious Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-glorious-gospel/)
- [God’s Family](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/gods-family/)
- [The Prepared Servant](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-prepared-servant/)
- [The Voice of Abel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-voice-of-abel/)
- [Courage Like Esther](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/courage-like-esther/)
- [Wasting Your Life on Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/wasting-your-life-on-jesus/)
- [Faith Without Fear](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-without-fear/)
- [Going Home](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/going-home/)
- [Pew Packers - August 30, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-august-30-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - September 6, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-september-6-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - September 13, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-september-13-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - September 20, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-september-20-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - September 27, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-september-27-2020/)
- [What We Can Do for America](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-we-can-do-for-america/)
- [Paul and the Three Bears](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/paul-and-the-three-bears/)
- [Christ and the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/christ-and-the-church/)
- [Baptism: Can it Wait?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/baptism-can-it-wait/)
- [What is Man?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-is-man/)
- [So You Want to Finish Well?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/so-you-want-to-finish-well/)
- [Men Made New](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/men-made-new/)
- [Honoring Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/honoring-jesus/)
- [No One Ever Spoke Like This Man](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/no-ever-spoke-like-this-man/)
- [Take Heart](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/take-heart/)
- [Praying for the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/praying-for-the-church/)
- [Snares That Can Sink Your Soul](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/snares-that-can-sink-your-soul/)
- [From Little to Great](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/from-little-to-great/)
- [Equipping For Life: Lesson 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/equipping-for-life-lesson-1/)
- [Thanking God for the Source](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/thanking-the-source/)
- [Pew Packers - October 4, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-october-4-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - October 11, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-october-11-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - October 18, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-october-18-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - October 25, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-october-25-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - November 1, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-1-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - November 8, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-8-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - November 15, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-15-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - November 22, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-22-2020/)
- [Pew Packers - November 29, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020/)
- [The Praise Principle](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-praise-principle/)
- [Seeking God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/seeking-god/)
- [Tests of Discipleship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/tests-of-discipleship/)
- [Preaching That Saves](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/preaching-that-saves/)
- [Youth and Young Men Led Service](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/youth-and-young-men-led-service/)
- [Salvation Belongs to our God!](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/salvation-belongs-to-our-god-2/)
- [2020 Hindsight](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/2020-hindsight/)
- [7 Biblical Takeaways From 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/7-biblical-take-aways-form-2020/)
- [Equipping For Life: Lesson 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/equipping-for-life-lesson-1-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - November 29, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2/)
- [Equipping For Life: Lesson 3](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/equipping-for-life-lesson-1-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - December 6, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3/)
- [Kids Story Time - December 6, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2/)
- [Equipping For Life: Lesson 4](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/equipping-for-life-lesson-1-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - December 13, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - December 13, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2/)
- [Equipping For Life: Lesson 5](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/equipping-for-life-lesson-1-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - December 20, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - December 20, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - December 27, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - December 27, 2020](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Faith: Rise Above "See-Level"](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-rise-above-see-level/)
- [Render to God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/render-to-god/)
- [The Great Flood](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-great-flood/)
- [Putting Worry in its Place](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/putting-worry-in-its-place/)
- [The Honest 3000](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-honest-3000/)
- [Giving Ourselves to the Lord](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/giving-ourselves-to-the-lord/)
- [Can't You See?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/cant-you-see/)
- [Wednesday Bible Study: Treasuring the Older Generation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/wednesday-bible-study-treasuring-the-older-generation/)
- [Why I am so Glad to be a Christian!](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-i-am-so-glad-to-be-a-christian/)
- [Kids Story Time - February 14, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02/)
- [Standing on the Promises](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/standing-on-the-promises/)
- [Treasures in Jars of Clay](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/treasures-in-jars-of-clay/)
- [Revive Us Again](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/revive-us-again/)
- [How Not to Lose Your Treasure](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-not-to-lose-your-treasure/)
- [Life's Most Important Relationship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lifes-most-important-relationship/)
- [Life's Most Thoughtful Phrase](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lifes-most-thoughtful-phrase/)
- [God, The Future, and You (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-the-future-and-you-part-1/)
- [English 101: Zacchaeus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/english-101-zacchaeus/)
- [Hope Seen in Four Words](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/hope-seen-in-four-words/)
- [On Purpose Living (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/on-purpose-living-part-1/)
- [From Cheers to Tears](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/from-cheers-to-tears/)
- [The Second Coming of Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-second-coming-of-christ/)
- [Fishing for Tax Money](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/fishing-for-tax-money/)
- [Living for Jesus When Others Don't](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-for-jesus-when-others-dont/)
- [When Jesus Came to Dinner](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-jesus-came-to-dinner/)
- [A Mind For What Matters: Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-mind-for-what-matters-part-1/)
- [A Mind For What Matters: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-mind-for-what-matters-part-2/)
- [Wisdom from God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/wisdom-from-god/)
- [Christ's Love for Women](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/christs-love-for-women/)
- [Lessons From the Inner Circle](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lessons-from-the-inner-circle/)
- [Shattered Dreams](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/shattered-dreams/)
- [The Marriage Supper of the Lamb](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-marriage-supper-of-the-lamb/)
- [Kids Story Time - January 10, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - January 10, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - January 17, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - January 17, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - January 24, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - January 24, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - January 31, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - January 31, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - February 7, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - February 7, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-november-29-2020-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [We Faint Not](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/we-faint-not/)
- [Pew Packers - February 14, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021/)
- [Pew Packers - February 21, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - February 21, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2/)
- [Pew Packers - February 28, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - February 28, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - March 7, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - March 7, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - March 14, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - March 14, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2/)
- [God, The Future, and You (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-the-future-and-you-part-1-2/)
- [Pew Packers - March 21, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - March 21, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [On Purpose Living (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/on-purpose-living-part-1-2/)
- [Pew Packers - April 4, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - April 4, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - April 11, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - April 11, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - April 18, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - April 18, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Living for Jesus When Others Don't (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-for-jesus-when-others-dont-2/)
- [Pew Packers - April 25, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - April 25, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - May 2, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - May 2, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - May 9, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - May 9, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - May 16, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - May 16, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Pew Packers - May 23, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Kids Story Time - May 23, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-02-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Death's Description](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/deaths-description/)
- [Rubbing Shoulders With a Holy Man](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/rubbing-shoulders-with-a-holy-man/)
- [A Letter from Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-letter-from-christ/)
- [Moses' Polaroid](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/moses-polaroid/)
- [Pew Packers - June 13, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-06-13/)
- [A Strong Man With a Big Weakness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-strong-man-with-a-big-weakness/)
- [Restoring Biblical Passion and Zeal](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/restoring-biblical-passion-and-zeal/)
- [Thinking About Our Father](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/thinking-about-our-father/)
- [Godly Zeal and Ungodly Extremes](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/godly-zeal-and-ungodly-extremes/)
- ["Better"](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/better/)
- [Where Do We Begin?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/where-do-we-begin/)
- [Total Recall](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/total-recall/)
- [Things Old and New](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/things-old-and-new/)
- [Charge!](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/charge/)
- [Pew Packers - July 18, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-07-18/)
- [Grace Matters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/grace-matters/)
- [Being Meek Yet Fighting Strong](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/being-meek-yet-fighting-strong/)
- [Totally Blessed](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/totally-blessed/)
- [B"OUGHT"](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/bought/)
- [Love Gone Wrong](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/love-gone-wrong/)
- [The Planks Supporting the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-planks-supporting-the-church/)
- [The Will of God: Jesus' Perfection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-will-of-god-jesus-perfection/)
- [The Will of God: Abiding Forever](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-will-of-god-abiding-forever/)
- [Pew Packers - May 30, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/)
- [Lessons From the Inner Circle (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lessons-from-the-inner-circle-2/)
- [Pew Packers - June 6, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-06-06/)
- [Pew Packers - June 20, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-06-20-2/)
- [Pew Packers - June 27, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-06-27/)
- [Pew Packers - July 4, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-07-04/)
- [Pew Packers - July 11, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-07-11/)
- [Pew Packers - July 25, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-07-25/)
- [Pew Packers - August 15, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-08-15/)
- [The Lamb of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lamb-of-god/) - Join us at 10am today Please click play around 10am this morning to join us for an abbreviated worship service.
- [The King with Four Names](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-king-with-four-names/)
- [First Things First](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/first-things-first/)
- [Jesus is...](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/remaining-faithful-in-a-faithless-world/)
- [Pressing Toward the Goal](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pressing-toward-the-goal/)
- [A Christian Manifesto](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-christian-manifesto/)
- [Unity in a World of Division](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/unity-in-a-world-of-division/)
- [Pew Packers - October 3, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-10-03/)
- [Finishing the Course](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/finishing-the-course/)
- [The Will of God: Salvation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-will-of-god-salvation/)
- [The Hardest Commandment](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-hardest-commandment/)
- [Pew Packers - October 10, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-10-10/)
- [Lessons on Casting](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lessons-on-casting/)
- [3 Things to Remember](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/3-things-to-remember/)
- [The Great Workout](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-great-workout/)
- [The Will of God: Doing Good](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-will-of-god-doing-good/)
- [A Seat at the King's Table](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-seat-at-the-kings-table/)
- [Advice From the Adversary](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/advice-from-the-adversary/)
- [In the Day of Trouble](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-the-day-of-trouble/)
- [Things That Won't Happen in Heaven](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/things-that-wont-happen-in-heaven/)
- [Excitement is Contagious](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/excitement-is-contagious/)
- [Let's get Motivated](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lets-get-motivated/)
- [Let's Stay with the Message](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lets-stay-with-the-message/)
- [Let’s Talk about the Manner](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lets-talk-about-the-manner/)
- [Let's Not Argue About the Method](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lets-not-argue-about-the-method/)
- [Let's Apply the Model](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lets-apply-the-model/)
- [Let's Make the Application](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lets-make-the-application/)
- [The Baptizer](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-baptizer/)
- [Bless the Lord](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/bless-the-lord/)
- [A New Testament Postcard](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-new-testament-postcard/)
- [The Greatest Prayer Ever](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-greatest-prayer-ever/)
- [Tiptoeing Through the T-U-L-I-P](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/tiptoeing-through-the-t-u-l-i-p/)
- [The Secret of Contentment](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-secret-of-contentment/)
- [Rewarding the Conquerors](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/rewarding-the-conquerors/)
- [Making the New Year Bright](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-the-new-year-bright/)
- [Aging for the Glory of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/aging-for-the-glory-of-god/)
- [Why the Early Church Grew](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-the-early-church-grew/)
- [5 Resolutions For a New Year](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/5-resolutions-for-a-new-year/)
- [Enhancing Your Abilities](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/enhancing-your-abilities/)
- [Enhancing Your Abilities (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/enhancing-your-abilities-part-2/)
- [The Greatest Prayer Ever (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-greatest-prayer-ever-2/)
- [Rewarding the Conquerors (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/rewarding-the-conquerors-2/)
- [Pew Packers - August 22, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-08-22/)
- [Pew Packers - August 29, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-08-29/)
- [Pew Packers - September 5, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-09-05/)
- [Pew Packers - September 12, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-09-12/)
- [Pew Packers - September 19, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-09-19/)
- [Pew Packers - September 26, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-09-26/)
- [Pew Packers - October 17, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-10-17/)
- [Pew Packers - October 24, 2021](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pew-packers-2021-10-24/)
- [What Nathanael Found](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-nathanael-found/)
- [New Mexico Christian Childrens Home Update](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/new-mexico-christian-childrens-home-update/)
- [Why We Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-we-worship/)
- [Experiencing God's Holiness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/experiencing-gods-holiness/)
- [Abounding in Graceful Giving](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/abounding-in-graceful-giving/)
- [From Darkness to Light](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/from-darkness-to-light/)
- [How the Early Church Grew](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-the-early-church-grew/)
- [Aging to the Glory of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/aging-to-the-glory-of-god/)
- [What it Means to Honor Your Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-it-means-to-honor-your-marriage/)
- [When There's a Failure to Communicate in Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-theres-a-failure-to-communicate-in-marriage/)
- [The Savior's Invitation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-saviors-invitation/)
- [Blessings of Trusting in God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/blessings-of-trusting-in-god/)
- [The Importance of Forgiveness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-importance-of-forgiveness/)
- [Forgiving Ourselves](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/forgiving-ourselves/)
- [Spiritual Landmines](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/spiritual-landmines/)
- [God is Enough](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-is-enough/)
- [The Baptism of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-baptism-of-jesus/)
- [Shepherding God's People](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/shepherding-gods-people/)
- [Dice in the Prayer Meeting](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dice-in-the-prayer-meeting/)
- [Four Pictures of Wisdom](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/four-pictures-of-wisdom/)
- [In His Steps (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-his-steps/)
- [Why Theology and Doctrine Matter](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-theology-and-doctrine-matter/)
- [Shepherding God's People (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/shepherding-gods-people-2/)
- [What It Takes to Finish Well](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-it-takes-to-finish-well/)
- [The Ultimate Picture of Contentment](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-ultimate-picture-of-contentment/)
- [Divine Requirements and a Gracious Gift](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/divine-requirements-and-a-gracious-gift/)
- [Why Young People Leave the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-young-people-leave-the-church/)
- [How to Treat Sinners](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-to-treat-sinners/)
- [Remember](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/remember/)
- [The Story of the Bible](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-story-of-the-bible/)
- [An Obituary to Die For](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/an-obituary-to-die-for/)
- [Christ in the Garden](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/christ-in-the-garden/)
- [The Gospel of Second Chances](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-of-second-chances/)
- [Dealing With Addictions](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dealing-with-addictions/)
- [A Study in Last Things](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-study-in-last-things/)
- [Dying to Live](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dying-to-live/)
- [Living to Bless](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-to-bless/)
- [Becoming More Spiritually Minded](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/becoming-more-spiritually-minded/)
- [Having More Assurance](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/having-more-assurance/)
- [Praising Our Way to Victory](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/praising-our-way-to-victory/)
- [Crazy Busy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/crazy-busy/)
- [When Life Gets Really Crazy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-life-gets-really-crazy/)
- [Non-Conversion in a Book of Conversions](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/non-conversion-in-a-book-of-conversions/)
- [God So Loved...](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-so-loved/)
- [How Jesus Sees Domestic Abuse](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-jesus-sees-domestic-abuse/)
- [What is Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-is-blasphemy-against-the-holy-spirit/)
- [All in the Family](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/all-in-the-family/)
- [I Will Rejoice in the Lord](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/i-will-rejoice-in-the-lord/)
- [A More Excellent Way](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-more-excellent-way/)
- [The Enduring Nature of Love](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-enduring-nature-of-love/)
- [The Church With an Open Door](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-church-with-an-open-door/)
- [The Church of the Living Dead](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-church-of-the-living-dead/)
- [Glass Half Full](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/glass-half-full/)
- [HIS Great Name](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/his-great-name/)
- [Helping Our Families Get Home to God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/helping-our-families-get-home-to-god/)
- [When God Hits the Pause Button](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-god-hits-the-pause-button/)
- [The Value of Meditating on Scripture](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-value-of-meditating-on-scripture/)
- [God, You, and Your Work](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-you-and-your-work/)
- [A Story of Shame and Grace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-story-of-shame-and-grace/)
- [I Am the Light of the World](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/i-am-the-light-of-the-world/)
- [You Are the Light of the World](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/you-are-the-light-of-the-world/)
- [The Law of Conversion](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-law-of-conversion/)
- [Positives of Light](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/positives-of-light/)
- [How to Make Every Day a Great Day](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-to-make-every-day-a-great-day/)
- [Home of Recovery](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/home-of-recovery/)
- [There is a Great Day Coming](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/there-is-a-great-day-coming/)
- [Mark's Picture of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/marks-picture-of-jesus/)
- [The Very Best to Do List](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-very-best-to-do-list/)
- [Knowing Our Limits](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/knowing-our-limits/)
- [4 Words to Ever Live By](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/4-words-to-ever-live-by/)
- [He Saved Us](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/he-saved-us/)
- [A Glimpse of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-glimpse-of-god/)
- [The Lion and the Lamb](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lion-and-the-lamb/)
- [Sunday Morning Class (October 30)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-morning-class-october-30/)
- [The Church's Position in Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-churchs-position-in-christ/)
- [The Church in Christ's Plan](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-church-in-christs-plan/)
- [The Church's Practice in Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-churchs-practice-in-christ/)
- [In His Steps](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-his-steps-2/)
- [Shepherding God's People (Part 3)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/shepherding-gods-people-2-2/)
- [The Story of the Bible (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-story-of-the-bible-2/)
- [Dealing With Addictions (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dealing-with-addictions-2/)
- [Reflections on 40 Years of Local Work](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/reflections-on-40-years-of-local-work/)
- [Helping Our Families Get Home to God (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/helping-our-families-get-home-to-god-2/)
- [The Hope of Any Nation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-hope-of-any-nation/)
- [Living in the Last Days](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-in-the-last-days/)
- [Living in the Last Days](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-in-the-last-days-2/)
- [What Baptism Will & Won't Do](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-baptism-will-wont-do/)
- [The Humility of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-humility-of-jesus/)
- [Can You Recommend Your Religion?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/can-you-recommend-your-religion/)
- [The God You Should Know](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-god-you-should-know/)
- [Preparing to Live Forever](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/preparing-to-live-forever/)
- [A Heart for Others](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-heart-for-others/)
- [Deacons: Role and Qualifications](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/deacons-role-and-qualifications/)
- [Viewing the Bible Lands](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/viewing-the-bible-lands/)
- [Viewing the Bible Lands](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/viewing-the-bible-lands-2/)
- [Deacons: Responsibilities & Relationships](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-service01/)
- [Fear Not](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/fear-not/)
- [Wisdom’s First Step](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/wisdoms-first-step/)
- [Sunday Evening Service](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-evening-service/)
- [Sunday Morning Sermon](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-morning-sermon/)
- [Making Sense About Money](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-sense-about-money/)
- [More than Conquerors](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/more-than-conquerors/)
- [Victory Over Death](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/victory-over-death/)
- [There's a World of Difference](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/theres-a-world-of-difference/)
- [What an Inheritance!](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-an-inheritance/)
- [There's Help in Prayer](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/theres-help-in-prayer/)
- [Suffering, Hope, and Glory](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/suffering-hope-and-glory/)
- [Guarantees of Glory](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/guarantees-of-glory/)
- [Blessed Assurance](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/blessed-assurance/)
- [Whom Have I in Heaven But You?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/whom-have-i-in-heaven-but-you/)
- [Let Him In](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/let-him-in/)
- [Solid Churches](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/solid-churches/)
- [The Lost We Meet](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lost-we-meet/)
- [The Effort We Put In](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-effort-we-put-in/)
- [A Most Unusual Comparison](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-most-unusual-comparison/)
- [Living Out Our Faith](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-out-our-faith/)
- [The Gospel in the Books of Acts](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-the-books-of-acts/)
- [Seeing the Gospel in the Gospels](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/seeing-the-gospel-in-the-gospels/)
- [The Gospel in Paul's Letters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-pauls-letters/)
- [Faith in Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action/)
- [The Gospel in the General Letters and Revelation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-the-general-letters-and-revelation/)
- [A Mind for What Matters](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-mind-for-what-matters/)
- [Faith in Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-3/)
- [Total Blessing](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/total-blessing/)
- [Eyes for Evangelism](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/eyes-for-evangelism/)
- [Why do Teachers Teach?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-do-teachers-teach/)
- [Satisfaction Guaranteed](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/satisfaction-guaranteed/)
- [Faith In Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-4/)
- [Who Then Can be Saved?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/__trashed/)
- [What is in Your Hand?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/__trashed-2/)
- [Who is in Your Family Tree?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/who-is-in-your-family-tree/)
- [10 Truths About Women in the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/10-truths-about-women-in-the-church/)
- [The End of the Beginning](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-end-of-the-beginning/)
- [Soul Care](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/soul-care/)
- [Wisdom's Way is Best](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/wisdoms-way-is-best/)
- [It's Time for a Spiritual Check-Up](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/its-time-for-a-spiritual-check-up/)
- [What Does a Real Christian Look Like?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-does-a-real-christian-look-like/)
- [Labels Worth Wearing](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/labels-worth-wearing/)
- [Fathering Like the Heavenly Father](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/fathering-like-the-heavenly-father/)
- [Our Source of Strength](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/our-source-of-strength/)
- [The Kind of Preacher God Wants](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-kind-of-preacher-god-wants/)
- [Let the Beauty of Jesus be Seen](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/let-the-beauty-of-jesus-be-seen/)
- [Who's in Your Family Tree?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/whos-in-your-family-tree/)
- [Why Do Teachers Teach?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-do-teachers-teach-2/)
- [Faith In Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-5/)
- [Solid Churches](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/solid-churches-2/)
- [Let Him In](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/let-him-in-2/)
- [Life, Joy, and Light](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/life-joy-and-light-2/)
- [Guarantees of Glory](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/guarantees-of-glory-2/)
- [Sunday Evening Service (January 8)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-evening-service-2/)
- [The Gospel in the Books of Acts (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-the-books-of-acts-2/)
- [Faith in Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-2/)
- [Faith in Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-3-2/)
- [Sunday Evening Service (May 21)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-evening-service-2-2/)
- [Sunday Morning Service (May 21)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-morning-service-may-21/)
- [The Kind of Preacher God Wants (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-kind-of-preacher-god-wants-2/)
- [God Leaves the Light On](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-leaves-the-light-on/)
- [Following a Leader in Prayer](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/following-a-leader-in-prayer/)
- [Revive Us Again (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/revive-us-again-part-1/)
- [Introducing the Word (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/introducing-the-word-part-1/)
- [Lessons Learned During a Storm](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lessons-learned-during-a-storm/)
- [Threashing Wheat in a Wine Press](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/threashing-wheat-in-a-wine-press/)
- [The Wonders of Grace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-wonders-of-grace/)
- [Churches Within the Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/churches-within-the-church/)
- [A Picture of Forgiveness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-picture-of-forgiveness/)
- [Don't Mess With the Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dont-mess-with-the-gospel/)
- [Staying in Step With The Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/staying-in-step-with-the-gospel/)
- [Finding Our Identity in the Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/finding-our-identity-in-the-gospel/)
- [The Gospel and The Old Days](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-and-the-old-days/)
- [Flesh and Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/flesh-and-spirit/)
- [The Angel of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-angel-of-god/)
- [Applied Christianity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/applied-christianity/)
- [Heavenly Promises](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/heavenly-promises/)
- [The Peace That Jesus Gives](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-peace-that-jesus-gives/)
- [Rejoicing in Trials](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/rejoicing-in-trials/)
- [Sunday Morning Sermon (October 15)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-morning-sermon-october-15/)
- [Living Godly: Commanded](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-godly-commanded/)
- [Living Godly: Demonstrated](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-godly-demonstrated/)
- [Living Godly: Chosen](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-godly-chosen/)
- [Living Godly Clarified](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-godly-clarified/)
- [Living Godly: Presented](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-godly-presented/)
- [Wednesday Service (October 25)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/wednesday-service-october-25/)
- [The God Who Does Immeasurably More](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-god-who-does-immeasurably-more/)
- [Are the Saved Lucky?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/are-the-saved-lucky/)
- [Jesus the Suffering Servant](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/jesus-the-suffering-servant/)
- [How's Your Praying?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/hows-your-praying/)
- [A Bigger, Greater Story](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-bigger-greater-story/)
- [A Day of Surprises (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-day-of-surprises-part-2/)
- [Pure Praise](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/pure-praise/)
- [The Great Invitation of the Old Testament](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-great-invitation-of-the-old-testament/)
- [Avoiding a Shipwrecked Faith](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/avoiding-a-shipwrecked-faith/)
- [Christ and Him Crucified](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/christ-and-him-crucified-2/)
- [Lord of Our Emotions](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lord-of-our-emotions/)
- [The Power of Negative Thinking](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-power-of-negative-thinking/)
- [A Christian Portrait](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-christian-portrait/)
- [Grace Cubed](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/grace-cubed/)
- [Our Cup Runs Over](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/our-cup-runs-over/)
- [Starting the New Year Right](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/starting-the-new-year-right/)
- [Sunday Morning Worship (January 7)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sunday-morning-worship-january-7/)
- [This World is Not My Home... Or is It?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/this-world-is-not-my-home-or-is-it/)
- [Workers Together With God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/workers-together-with-god/)
- [Restoring New Testament Christianity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/restoring-new-testament-christianity/)
- [Why I am a Member of the Churches of Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/why-i-am-a-member-of-the-churches-of-christ/)
- [Studying Paul's Conversion](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/studying-pauls-conversion/)
- [Alcoholic Beverages](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/alcoholic-beverages/)
- [Relationships 101](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/relationships-101/)
- [A Home Anchored in Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-home-anchored-in-jesus/)
- [Competition](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/competition/)
- [The Advance of the Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-advance-of-the-gospel/)
- [Looking at Others With God's Eyes](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/looking-at-others-with-gods-eyes/)
- [Introducing the Word (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/introducing-the-word-part-1-2/)
- [Revive Us Again (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/revive-us-again-part-1-2/)
- [Faith In Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-4-2/)
- [Faith In Action](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/faith-in-action-4-3/)
- [Applied Christianity (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/applied-christianity-2/)
- [Praying What You Practice](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/praying-what-you-practice/)
- [A Day of Surprises (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-day-of-surprises-part-2-2/)
- [The Power of Negative Thinking (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-power-of-negative-thinking-2/)
- [1 Text / 2 Sermons: Which Way Will You Go?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/1-text-2-sermons-which-way-will-you-go/)
- [What Was She Thinking? Mary's First Communion](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-was-she-thinking-marys-first-communion/)
- [The Impact of the Resurrection (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-impact-of-the-resurrection-part-2/)
- [The Impact of the Resurrection (Part 3)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-impact-of-the-resurrection-part-3/)
- [The SONshine Room](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-sonshine-room/)
- [The Lamb](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-lamb/)
- [The Reliability of the Ressurection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-reliability-of-the-ressurection/)
- [What Kind of Sheep am I?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-kind-of-sheep-am-i/)
- [Shepherding Like the Good Shepherd](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/shepherding-like-the-good-shepherd/)
- [Prove it: There is a God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/prove-it-there-is-a-god/)
- [Back to the Bible Book 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/back-to-the-bible-book-1/)
- [Prove It: The Bible is God's Word](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/prove-it-the-bible-is-gods-word/)
- [Back to the Bible: Book 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/back-to-the-bible-book-2/)
- [Families at Jesus' Feet](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/families-at-jesus-feet/)
- [Being God's Friend: Especially for Graduates](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/being-gods-friend-especially-for-graduates/)
- [Families at Jesus' Feet](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/families-at-jesus-feet-2/)
- [All Around Living](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/all-around-living/)
- [In the Line of Fire](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/in-the-line-of-fire/)
- [Thinking and Acting Christian](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/thinking-and-acting-christian/)
- [Under the Circumstances](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/under-the-circumstances/)
- [8 Questions for Every Would-Be Elder](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/__trashed-5/)
- [The Legacy of Godly Shepherds](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/__trashed-4/)
- [He Bore It All](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/__trashed-3/)
- [Where is Jesus In the Old Testament? (Part 1)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/where-is-jesus-in-the-old-testament-part-1/)
- [Where is Jesus in the Old Testament? Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/where-is-jesus-in-the-old-testament-part-2/)
- [Making Each Day Count](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-each-day-count/)
- [Me and My House](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/me-and-my-house/)
- [Making Each Day Count](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-each-day-count-2/)
- [What's the Story?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/whats-the-story/)
- [This Thing I Cannot Do](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/this-thing-i-cannot-do/)
- [Not Everyone Gets a Trophy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/not-everyone-gets-a-trophy/)
- [The Heart of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-heart-of-jesus/)
- [Rising to Life's Challenges](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/rising-to-lifes-challenges/)
- [This Thing I Cannot Do: Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/this-thing-i-cannot-do-part-1/)
- [The Deliverance of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-deliverance-of-god/)
- [This Thing I Cannot Do: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/this-thing-i-cannot-do-part-2/)
- [Choosing Our Chains](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/choosing-our-chains/)
- [A Prepared Place](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-prepared-place/)
- [Responding to God's Gracious Gifts](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/responding-to-gods-gracious-gifts/)
- [Salvation in Romans](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/salvation-in-romans/)
- [Small Passage Big Message](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/short-passage-big-message-rom-2-3-4/)
- [Short Passage Big Message](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/small-passage-big-meaning-pro-22-6/)
- [Too Good to be Saved](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/too-good-to-be-saved/)
- [Loving a Good Mystery](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/loving-a-good-mystery/)
- [Helping Children Grow Spiritually](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/helping-children-grow-spiritually/)
- [A Church That Knows Where to Find All it Needs](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-church-that-knows-where-to-find-all-it-needs-2/)
- [Small Passage Big Message](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/small-passage-big-message-2/)
- [Joy From a Jail Sail](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/joy-from-a-jail-sail/)
- [God's Platform For Unity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/gods-platform-for-unity/)
- [A Fresh View](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-fresh-view/)
- [Please Don't Rebel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/please-dont-rebel/)
- [A Saved Seat](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-saved-seat/)
- [Oh the Depths and the Riches](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/oh-the-depths-and-the-riches/)
- [Small Passage Big Message](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/small-passage-big-message/)
- [Small Passage Big Message (Prov 3: 5-6)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/small-passage-big-message-prov-3-5-6/)
- [The Death of a Conscience](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-death-of-a-conscience/)
- [God's Counsel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/gods-counsel/)
- [A Few More Righteous People](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-few-more-righteous-people/)
- [A Church That Knows Where to Find All It Needs](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-church-that-knows-where-to-find-all-it-needs/)
- [Am I Useful For Satan's Work?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/am-i-useful-for-satans-work/)
- [Daily Activity in Acts](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/daily-activity-in-acts-adam-orr/)
- [The Best Compliment Ever Pt. 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-best-compliment-ever-pt-2/)
- [Measuring What Matters (Part 2)](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/measuring-what-matters-part-2/)
- [Centurion Lessons: At the Cross](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/centurion-lessons-at-the-cross/)
- [Peter With Cornelius](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/peter-with-cornelius/)
- [Centurion Lessons: Cornelius](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/centurion-lessons-cornelius/)
- [Centurion Lessons: Guarding Paul](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/centurion-lessons-guarding-paul/)
- [The Blessing of Forgiveness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-blessing-of-forgiveness/)
- [1 Text / 2 Sermons: Meditating on God's Word](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/1-text-2-sermons-which-way-will-you-go-2/)
- [The Impact of the Resurrection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-impact-of-the-resurrection-part-2-2/)
- [The Impact of the Resurrection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-impact-of-the-resurrection-part-3-2/)
- [The Impact of the Resurrection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-impact-of-the-resurrection-part-3-2-2/)
- [Dying To Tell](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dying-to-tell/)
- [The Golden Rule](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-golden-rule/)
- [Run to Win](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/run-to-win/)
- [Experiencing God's Love](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/experiencing-gods-love/)
- [Making Our Most Important Appointment Count](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/making-our-most-important-appointment-count/)
- [The Preciousness of Hope](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-preciousness-of-hope/)
- [Don't Bury Your Talent](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dont-bury-your-talent/)
- [The Gospel in 1 Verse: 1 Peter 3:18](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-1-verse-1-peter-318/)
- [Combustible Christianity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/combustible-christianity/)
- [A Living Library: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-living-library-part-2/)
- [A Living Library: Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-living-library-part-1/)
- [The Precious Blood of Christ](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-precious-blood-of-christ/)
- [Living the Dream](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/living-the-dream/)
- [When Jesus Comes](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-jesus-comes/)
- [Life's Ultimate Challenge: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lifes-ultimate-challenge-part-2/)
- [The Gospel in 5 Seconds](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-5-seconds/)
- [What does ____ say about Westside?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/what-does-____-say-about-westside/)
- [Getting at the Heart of the Gospel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/getting-at-the-heart-of-the-gospel/)
- [All Together Now](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/all-together-now/) - Continued below... https://www.youtube.com/live/z61EBfx-y9E?si=k51qEhxZJHrhin4T
- [Keeping Friction from Fracturing](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/keeping-friction-from-fracturing/)
- [From a Great High to a Low Low](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/from-a-great-high-to-a-low-low/)
- [Combustible Christianity: Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/combustible-christianity-part-2/)
- [Life's Ultimate Challenge: Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lifes-ultimate-challenge-part-1/)
- [All About Our Father](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/all-about-our-father/)
- [Saved From Wrath](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/saved-from-wrath/)
- [Lord, I'm Tired](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/lord-im-tired/)
- [Coming Together for the Worse](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/coming-together-for-the-worse/)
- [A Masterclass on Praise](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-masterclass-on-praise/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9_qAdSv_Es 2025-08-10T13:39:33Z
- [Soulcial Media](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/soulcial-media/)
- [First Things First](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/first-things-first-2/)
- [When Desire Goes Too Far](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-desire-goes-too-far/)
- [A Sick Dog and a Dirty Pig](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-sick-dog-and-a-dirty-pig/)
- [Brokenhearted Boldness](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/brokenhearted-boldness/)
- [Passionate About Christ's Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/passionate-about-christs-church/)
- [He's the King](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/hes-the-king/)
- [Seven Words to Bless Any Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/seven-words-to-bless-any-marriage/)
- [How To Increase Your Confidence In The Lord](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/how-to-increase-your-confidence-in-the-lord/)
- [You'll Know You're In The Lord's Church When. . .](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/youll-know-youre-in-the-lords-church-when/)
- [Things We Must Not Forget](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/things-we-must-not-forget/)
- [This Is The Day](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/this-is-the-day/)
- [Commandment #5](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/commandment-5/)
- [Jesus the Master Teacher](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/jesus-the-master-teacher/)
- [A Sight to Behold](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-sight-to-behold/)
- [Being a C.H.U.R.C.H Man](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/being-a-c-h-u-r-c-h-man/)
- [20 Questions with Mike Vestal Part 1](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/20-questions-with-mike-vestal-part-1/)
- [20 Questions with Mike Vestal Part 2](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/20-questions-with-mike-vestal-part-2/)
- [Getting Our Due](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/getting-our-due/)
- [Don't Be Afraid](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/dont-be-afraid/)
- [A True Worshiper](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-true-worshiper/)
- [Bullseye Bible Study](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/bullseye-bible-study/)
- [Ladder Logic](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/ladder-logic/)
- [A Thief's Recognition](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/a-thiefs-recognition/)
- [An All-Night Struggle](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/an-all-night-struggle/)
- [When Brothers Clash](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-brothers-clash/)
- [Sanctified By Truth](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sanctified-by-truth/)
- [Our God, He Is Alive](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/our-god-he-is-alive/)
- [Beginnings](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/beginnings/)
- [God Meant It For Good](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/god-meant-it-for-good/)
- [Standing Firm / Standing Strong](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/standing-firm-standing-strong/)
- [Understanding Wisdom](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/understanding-wisdom/)
- [Realizing Our Refuge](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/realizing-our-refuge/)
- [Peace Perfect Peace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/peace-perfect-peace/)
- [When "Good Enough" Isn't God Enough](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/when-good-enough-isnt-god-enough/)
- [The Heart of the Hittite](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-heart-of-the-hittite/)
- [Evidence of God's Love & Mercy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/evidence-of-gods-love-mercy/)
- [The Wrong Crowd](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-wrong-crowd/)
- [Jesus in the Temple](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/jesus-in-the-temple/)
- [Blood in God's Plan](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/blood-in-gods-plan/)
- [The Heart of Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-heart-of-jesus-2/)
- [The Gospel in the Greetings](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/the-gospel-in-the-greetings/)
- [Echoes of Eternity](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/echoes-of-eternity/)
- [Workers Together With God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/workers-together-with-god-2/)
- [Sharpening Iron Without Drawing Blood](https://westsidechristians.org/sermons/sharpening-iron-without-drawing-blood/)

## Events

- [Vacation Bible School](https://westsidechristians.org/events/vacation-bible-school/)
- [Bible Classes for All Ages](https://westsidechristians.org/events/wednesday-night/) - Every Wednesday night has been set aside for mid-week Bible study and a devotional for the whole church and guests. You can expect the following schedule: Bible classes are available for all ages. This time is used to study God’s Word, and to encourage each other in our daily walk with God. Note: See our
- [Sunday Morning Worship and Bible Classes](https://westsidechristians.org/events/sunday-services/) - What to Expect Visiting a new church can be intimidating. When you're our guest at the Westside church of Christ, you will never be asked to stand up and introduce yourself, or do any other activity that makes you feel uncomfortable. We’d just love to have you! We want you to feel comfortable when you visit
- [Sunday Evening Worship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/sunday-evening-worship/)
- [Gospel Meeting with John Baker](https://westsidechristians.org/events/gospel-meeting-with-john-baker/)
- [How Did We Get the Bible? Seminar with Danny Petrillo](https://westsidechristians.org/events/how-did-we-get-the-bible-seminar-with-danny-petrillo/) - Schedule of Events Friday, February 15 7:00pm - Biblical Claims for Inspiration Saturday, February 16 10:00am - The Canon of Scripture 11:00am - The Transmission of the Bible Text 12:00pm - Lunch Break 2:00pm - The English Bible 3:00pm - Questions and Answers Sunday, February 17 9:00am - The Biblical Covenant 10:00am - Missing the
- [Singing & Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-fellowship/) - Singing and Fellowship from 6:30-8 PM in the fellowship hall. Don’t forget to bring your favorite finger food.
- [Ragle Baby Shower](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ragle-baby-shower/) - You are invited to a baby shower honoring Sarah Ragle and baby Rose Elizabeth on February 24th at 2 PM at the home of Jan Lary. Selections are at Target. Contact Lexie Sawyer or Mary Olree for questions.
- [Joiner Farewell Come & Go](https://westsidechristians.org/events/joiner-farewell-come-go/) - A Farewell Come and Go after PM service to say our Goodbye’s to Lloyd and Bonnie Joiner who will be moving to Plano to be closer to family.
- [Family Game Night & Sandwich Supper](https://westsidechristians.org/events/family-game-night-sandwich-supper/) - Family Game Night and Sandwich Supper after PM Service.
- [Westside Bible Bowl](https://westsidechristians.org/events/westside-bible-bowl/) - Westside Bible Bowl for all kids ages 4-18 (Beginner thru High School classes) beginning at 3:30 PM. We will need one adult volunteer for every young person present.
- [March Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/march-birthday-party/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in March your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Ladies Digging Deep Bible Study](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-digging-deep-bible-study/)
- [Singing & Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-fellowship-2/) - Singing and Fellowship from 5:30-7 PM in the fellowship hall. Don’t forget to bring your favorite finger food.
- [5th Sunday Potluck & Afternoon Service](https://westsidechristians.org/events/5th-sunday-potluck-afternoon-service/) - 5th Sunday Service. Potluck luncheon after AM service followed by a 1 PM service. No 5 PM service! Those with last names beginning with J-R are asked to set up. Those with last names beginning with S-Z are asked to clean up. Our Young Men will be conducting services at the 1:00 PM Service!
- [Youth Devotional](https://westsidechristians.org/events/youth-devotional/) - Youth Devotional at Waylon & Colby Mayfield’s for 3rd – 12th graders. The church vans will leave the building at 6:30 PM and return at 8:30PM. Everyone is asked to bring $3 for dinner. If you have any questions please see Waylon.
- [Ladies Spring Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-spring-fellowship/) - You are invited to the Ladies Spring Fellowship at 6 PM in the fellowship hall. Bring a salad and/or dessert and enjoy some time together with one another.
- [April Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in April your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Family Game Night & Sandwich Supper](https://westsidechristians.org/events/family-game-night-sandwich-supper-2/) - Family Game Night and Sandwich Supper after PM Service.
- [Singing & Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-fellowship-2-2/) - Singing and Fellowship from 5:30-7 PM in the fellowship hall. Don’t forget to bring your favorite finger food.
- [Guys Fishing Trip](https://westsidechristians.org/events/guys-fishing-trip/) - The Spring “Guys Fishing Trip” will be April 25th – 27th. Please see Waylon Mayfield for further details and information.
- [Youth Devotional](https://westsidechristians.org/events/youth-devotional-2/) - Youth Devotional at the Vestals following the evening service.
- [Family Game Night & Sandwich Supper](https://westsidechristians.org/events/family-game-night-sandwich-supper-2-2/) - Family Game Night and Sandwich Supper after PM Service.
- [Men's Breakfast](https://westsidechristians.org/events/mens-breakfast/) - May 11 at 8 am. Please see Thomas Marshall if you can help cook.
- [Singing and Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship/) - Singing and Fellowship from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the fellowship hall. Remember to bring your favorite finger foods.
- [May Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in May your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Ladies Prayer Night](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-prayer-night/) - Ladies Prayer Night at 7PM. Join the Westside ladies for coffee & dessert at the home of Katy McCoy. A sign-up sheet is in the foyer.
- [Westside Bible Bowl](https://westsidechristians.org/events/westside-bible-bowl-2/) - Westside Bible Bowl for all kids ages 4-18 (Beginner thru High School classes) beginning at 3:30 PM.
- [June Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in June your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Family Game Night & Sandwich Supper](https://westsidechristians.org/events/family-game-night-sandwich-supper-2-2-2/) - Family Game Night and Sandwich Supper after PM Service.
- [Camp Hensel](https://westsidechristians.org/events/camp-hensel/) - Grades 3 - 12
- [Heart of Texas Bible Camp](https://westsidechristians.org/events/heart-of-texas-bible-camp/) - Grades 4 - 7.
- [Heart of Texas Bible Camp](https://westsidechristians.org/events/heart-of-texas-bible-camp-2/) - Grades 8-12.
- [July Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in July your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [5th Sunday Potluck & Afternoon Service](https://westsidechristians.org/events/5th-sunday-potluck-afternoon-service-2/) - 5th Sunday Service. Potluck luncheon after AM service followed by a 1 PM service. No 5 PM service! Those with last names beginning with A-I are asked to set up. Those with last names beginning with J-R are asked to clean up.
- [Ladies Day](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-day/) - Ladies Day with Becky Blackmon from 9 AM – 2 PM. Registration begins at 8:30.
- [Ladies Day Volunteer Meeting](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-day-volunteer-meeting/) - Ladies Day Volunteer Opportunities! Please join us following evening services in the Fellowship Hall if you would like to help prepare for our Ladies Day!
- [Singing and Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship-2/) - Singing and Fellowship from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the fellowship hall. Remember to bring your favorite finger foods.
- [Westside Bible Bowl](https://westsidechristians.org/events/westside-bible-bowl-2-2/) - Westside Bible Bowl for all kids ages 4-18 (Beginner thru High School classes) beginning at 3:30 PM.
- [August Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in August, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Singing and Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship-3/) - Singing and Fellowship from 6:30 - 8 pm in the fellowship hall. Remember to bring your favorite finger foods.
- [Annual Fish Fry](https://westsidechristians.org/events/annual-fish-fry/) - Annual Fish Fry from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Fish will be furnished, you are asked to supply the extras. If you can help cook please see Thomas Marshall.
- [September Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in September, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Door-knocking](https://westsidechristians.org/events/door-knocking/) - Door Knocking to invite the surrounding neighborhood to our upcoming Gospel Meeting. Meet at the church Building at 9:00 am. We will need those of all ages – kids are especially welcome!
- [October Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in October, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [5th Sunday Service](https://westsidechristians.org/events/5th-sunday-service/) - 5th Sunday Service. Potluck luncheon after AM service followed by a 1 PM service. No 5 PM service! Those with last names beginning with S-Z are asked to set up. Those with last names beginning with A-I are asked to clean up.
- [Bridal Shower Planning Meeting](https://westsidechristians.org/events/bridal-shower-planning-meeting/) - Bridal Shower planning meeting in the Ladies Bible classroom following the Potluck at 12:30.
- [Ivanhoe Bridal Shower](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ivanhoe-bridal-shower/) - Bridal Shower honoring Hillary Ivanhoe.
- [Ladies Devotional and Prayer Time](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-devotional-and-prayer-time/) - Ladies Devotional and Prayer Time will be at 7 PM at the home of Lynna Mikeska.
- [November Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in November, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Teacher Appreciation Celebration](https://westsidechristians.org/events/teacher-appreciation-celebration/) - ALL 2019 Bible Class Teachers are invited to a Teacher Appreciation Celebration at the home of Adam and Julie Orr. Come and go between 9:00 – 10:00 AM.
- [Annual Ladies Ornament Exchange](https://westsidechristians.org/events/annual-ladies-ornament-exchange/) - Annual Ladies Ornament Exchange in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 6 PM. You are asked to bring a wrapped ornament for the exchange and finger foods of your choice.
- [Sawyer Baby Shower](https://westsidechristians.org/events/sawyer-baby-shower/) - Baby Shower honoring Lexie Sawyer! Lexie is registered at Amazon.
- [December Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in December, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Ladies' Class Goodie Bags](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-class-goodie-bags/) - Ladies’ Class Goodie Bags for the holidays. Last year’s monetary donations were so generous that we have plenty left over for this year. The only items being requested are baked goods. Baked goods can be brought Sunday the 15th or dropped off Monday the 16th by 10AM.
- [Area-Wide Singing at Westside](https://westsidechristians.org/events/area-wide-singing-at-westside/) - Area-Wide Singing is scheduled to be at Westside this year. We are looking forward to having a great time of praise and fellowship with many from sister congregations in Midland. It will be Sunday night, December 29, at 5:00 PM.
- [Youth Holiday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/youth-holiday-party/) - There will be a Youth Holiday Party at the home of the Olree’s for 8th-12th graders beginning at 5:30 PM. You are asked to bring a white elephant gift!
- [Youth Winter Retreat](https://westsidechristians.org/events/youth-winter-retreat/)
- [Ladies Wednesday Morning Bible Class](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-wednesday-morning-bible-class/)
- [Singing and Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship-3-2/) - Singing and Fellowship from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the fellowship hall. Remember to bring your favorite finger foods.
- [Sweetheart Banquet For Widows and Widowers](https://westsidechristians.org/events/sweetheart-banquet-for-widows-and-widowers/) - Sweetheart Banquet for our Widows and Widowers following our AM service. A sign-up sheet is available in the foyer for those who wish to be our honored guests.
- [Youth Decorates the Fellowship Hall for Sweetheart Banquet](https://westsidechristians.org/events/youth-decorates-the-fellowship-hall-for-sweetheart-banquet/)
- [Ladies Devotional and Prayer Time](https://westsidechristians.org/events/ladies-devotional-and-prayer-time-2/)
- [Singing and Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship-3-2-2/) - Singing and Fellowship from 5:30 - 7:30 pm in the fellowship hall. Remember to bring your favorite finger foods.
- [January/February Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in January or February, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm. (Date changed from February 15th).
- [Westside Bible Bowl](https://westsidechristians.org/events/westside-bible-bowl-3/) - Westside Bible Bowl for all kids ages 4-18 (Beginner thru High School classes) beginning at 3:30 PM. There is a sign-up sheet on the table in the foyer for all young people planning to participate as well as adult volunteers. We will need one adult volunteer for every young person present.
- [Youth Welcome Baskets Assembly](https://westsidechristians.org/events/youth-welcome-baskets-assembly/) - Jr. High & High School Youth will be putting together welcome baskets for the neighborhood outreach starting at 3:00 in the fellowship hall.
- [Devotional in the Park](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship-3-2-2-2/) - Devotional in the Park (in place of Singing and Fellowship) from 5:30-7:30 PM at Pioneer Park, 2001 Lindora Way. Remember to bring your favorite finger foods and lawn chairs.
- [March Birthday Party](https://westsidechristians.org/events/april-birthdays-party-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/) - Birthday Party at the Orr home. If anyone in your home has a birthday in March, your family is invited to come celebrate from 3:00-4:00 pm.
- [Dixon Baby Shower](https://westsidechristians.org/events/dixon-baby-shower/) - On Sunday, May 31, 2020 there will be a Drive by Shower for Caren and Will Dixon in the church parking lot. Please drive by to show your love and support for them anytime between 2-3:30 pm. Enjoy curbside treats and favors! They are registered on Amazon and Target.
- [Graduate Celebration](https://westsidechristians.org/events/graduate-celebration/) - There will be a Parking Lot Sandwich Supper/Graduate Celebration on June 28th after evening service in honor of Hannah Patton!
- [Congregational Fall Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/congregational-fall-fellowship/) - Congregational Fall Fellowship October 24th from 4-7 pm at the Bowers Home, 4610 S County Road 1175. Fun For All Ages! Please sign-up for food in the foyer! (Please bring your lawn chairs) Food! Costumes! Fun!
- [Annual Ladies' Ornament Exchange](https://westsidechristians.org/events/annual-ladies-ornament-exchange-2/) - The Annual Ladies Ornament Exchange will be held in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 6 PM on December 8th. You are asked to bring a wrapped ornament for the exchange and finger foods of your choice. (Masks optional!)
- [Roller Skating](https://westsidechristians.org/events/roller-skating/) - Roller skating at KC's from 4 - 6 pm.
- [Graduation Celebration](https://westsidechristians.org/events/graduation-celebration/) - There will be an Outdoor Sandwich Supper/Graduate Celebration after evening service in honor of Hallie Patton! Sandwiches will be provided. Please bring a lawn chair.
- [Singing and Fellowship](https://westsidechristians.org/events/singing-and-fellowship-4/) - Singing and Fellowship from 6:30-8 PM in the fellowship hall. Don’t forget to bring your favorite finger food.
- [Men's Breakfast](https://westsidechristians.org/events/mens-breakfast-2/) - Men’s Breakfast at 8 AM. Please see Thomas Marshall if you can help cook.
- [Camp Hensel](https://westsidechristians.org/events/camp-hensel-2/)
- [Camp Ida](https://westsidechristians.org/events/camp-ida/)
- [Heart of Texas Bible Camp](https://westsidechristians.org/events/heart-of-texas-bible-camp-3/)
- [2022 Vacation Bible School](https://westsidechristians.org/events/2022-vacation-bible-school/)
- [2024 VBS](https://westsidechristians.org/events/2024-vbs/)

## Locations

- [Where We Meet](https://westsidechristians.org/locations/where-we-meet/)

## People

- [Thomas Marshall](https://westsidechristians.org/people/thomas-marshall/)
- [Kyle Olree](https://westsidechristians.org/people/kyle-olree/)
- [Kris Pumphrey](https://westsidechristians.org/people/kris-pumphrey/)
- [Jeff Scott](https://westsidechristians.org/people/jeff-scott/)
- [Waylon Mayfield](https://westsidechristians.org/people/waylon-mayfield/)
- [Adam Orr](https://westsidechristians.org/people/adam-orr/)
- [Mike Vestal](https://westsidechristians.org/people/mike-vestal/)
- [Stephanie Scott](https://westsidechristians.org/people/stephanie-scott/)
- [Trisha Pumphrey](https://westsidechristians.org/people/trisha-pumphrey/)
- [Carly Mayfield](https://westsidechristians.org/people/carly-mayfield/)
- [James Mayfield](https://westsidechristians.org/people/james-mayfield/)
- [Terry Pafford](https://westsidechristians.org/people/terry-pafford/)
- [Milton Lary](https://westsidechristians.org/people/milton-lary/)
- [Troy Patton](https://westsidechristians.org/people/troy-patton/)
- [Karl Ivanhoe](https://westsidechristians.org/people/karl-ivanhoe/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://westsidechristians.org/category/uncategorized/)
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- [Parenting](https://westsidechristians.org/category/parenting/)
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- [Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/category/jesus/)
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## Tags

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- [Salvation](https://westsidechristians.org/tag/salvation/)
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## Sermon Topics

- [Family](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/family/)
- [Marriage](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/family/marriage/)
- [Outreach](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/outreach/)
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- [Prayer](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/prayer/)
- [Resurrection](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/resurrection/)
- [Salvation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/salvation/)
- [Sanctification](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/sanctification/)
- [Jesus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/jesus/)
- [Evangelism](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/evangelism-2/)
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- [Thanksgiving](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/thanksgiving/)
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- [Old Testament](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/old-testament/)
- [The Church](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/the-church/)
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- [God's Beautiful Story](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/gods-beautiful-story/)
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- [The Bible](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/the-bible/)
- [The Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/the-holy-spirit/)
- [Heaven](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/heaven/)
- [Wisdom](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/wisdom/)
- [Peace](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/peace/)
- [Perseverance](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-topic/perseverance/)

## Sermon Books

- [Exodus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/exodus/)
- [Genesis](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/genesis/)
- [Hebrews](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/hebrews/)
- [Jeremiah](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/jeremiah/)
- [Joshua](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/joshua/)
- [Mark](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/mark/)
- [Matthew](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/matthew/)
- [Psalms](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/psalms/)
- [Revelation](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/revelation/)
- [Romans](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/romans/)
- [Titus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/titus/)
- [Philippians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/philippians/)
- [1 John](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-john/)
- [1 Samuel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-samuel/)
- [1 Kings](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-kings/)
- [Deuteronomy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/deuteronomy/)
- [Luke](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/luke/)
- [Isaiah](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/isaiah/)
- [John](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/john/)
- [Colossians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/colossians/)
- [1 Corinthians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-corinthians/)
- [Ephesians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/ephesians/)
- [2 Corinthians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/2-corinthians/)
- [Ezekiel](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/ezekiel/)
- [Leviticus](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/leviticus/)
- [Proverbs](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/proverbs/)
- [Acts](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/acts/)
- [Micah](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/micah/)
- [1 Timothy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-timothy/)
- [James](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/james/)
- [1 Peter](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-peter/)
- [2 Timothy](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/2-timothy/)
- [2 Kings](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/2-kings/)
- [1 Thessalonians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/1-thessalonians/)
- [Numbers](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/numbers/)
- [2 Peter](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/2-peter/)
- [Esther](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/esther/)
- [Habakkuk](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/habakkuk/)
- [Ecclesiastes](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/ecclesiastes/)
- [Judges](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/judges/)
- [Galatians](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/galatians/)
- [Nahum](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/nahum/)
- [Philemon](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/philemon/)
- [2 Chronicles](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/2-chronicles/)
- [Nehemiah](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/nehemiah/)
- [Ruth](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-book/ruth/)

## Sermon Series

- [How did we get the Bible?](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/how-did-we-get-the-bible/) - A look at the history of Scripture. How did the Bible that we read today come to be, and can we trust it?
- [Triumphant Terms](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/triumphant-terms/)
- [The Crucified Life](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/the-crucified-life/)
- [A Study of the Holy Spirit](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/a-study-of-the-holy-spirit/)
- [Equipping For Life](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/equipping-for-life/)
- [Pew Packers](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/pew-packers/) - Let’s sing some songs and study about God!
- [The Will of God](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/the-will-of-god/)
- [Personal Evangelism Seminar with Rob Whitacre](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-series/personal-evangelism-seminar-with-rob-whitacre/)

## Sermon Speakers

- [Denny Petrillo](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/denny-petrillo/)
- [Adam Orr](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/adam-orr/)
- [Mike Vestal](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/mike-vestal/)
- [Parker LaGrange](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/parker-lagrange/)
- [Elton Terry](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/elton-terry/)
- [Waylon Mayfield](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/waylon-mayfield/)
- [John Baker](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/john-baker/)
- [Osvaldo Valdez](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/osvaldo-valdez/)
- [Rod Kyle](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/rod-kyle/)
- [Hiram Kemp](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/hiram-kemp/)
- [Rob Whitacre](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/rob-whitacre/)
- [Terry Pafford](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/terry-pafford/)
- [Aaron Anderson](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/aaron-anderson/)
- [Jeff Jenkins](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/jeff-jenkins/)
- [Will Mayfield](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/will-mayfield/)
- [Timothy Class](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/timothy-class/)
- [Carl McCann](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/carl-mccann/)
- [Karl Ivanhoe](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/karl-ivanhoe/)
- [Mike Bonner](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/mike-bonner/)
- [Brandon Rader](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/brandon-rader/)
- [Bryce Mayfield](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/bryce-mayfield/)
- [David Vestal](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/david-vestal/)
- [Gavin McKee](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/gavin-mckee/)
- [Alex Viquez](https://westsidechristians.org/sermon-speaker/alex-viquez/)

## Event Categories

- [Children](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/children/)
- [Classes](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/classes/) - Events can optionally be organized into categories such as this. This is a great way to build schedules for various groups at your congregation such as young families, senior ministries, or evangelism teams!
- [Community](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/community/)
- [Evangelism](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/evangelism/)
- [Youth](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/youth/)
- [Ladies](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/ladies/)
- [Men](https://westsidechristians.org/event-category/men/)

## Groups

- [Deacons](https://westsidechristians.org/group/deacons/)
- [Elders](https://westsidechristians.org/group/elders/)
- [Support Staff](https://westsidechristians.org/group/support-staff/)
- [Ministers](https://westsidechristians.org/group/ministers/)