Western Hills Church of Christ, Temple

"The Most Important Question"

Scripture:  Mark 8:27-33, Romans 12:1-2, Mark 16:6-7, Philippians 2

Speaker:  Kyle Cunningham, Abilene Christian University graduate student.

Summary: Kyle brings the message during a service led by ACU students from the Hillcrest Church in Abilene.  In his message he challenges each of us to answer a question:  "Who do you say I am?"  

 

"Front Porch Parenting"

Scripture:  Deuteronomy 6

Speaker:  Dr. David Fraze, Chair of Youth Ministry

Summary: Dr. David Fraze, our guest from Lubbock Christian University, unpacks what it looks like for the church and families to work together to live out the life and teachings of Jesus as a family of faith.

#familyministry #parenting #studentministry

AWAKE #4: Unmeasurable Grace

Scripture:  Ephesians 2:1-10

Speaker:  Scott Seela

Summary: 

In Ephesians 2:1-10 the Grace of God expressed through Christ Jesus.  It is by GRACE we have been saved and it is through Grace we are empowered as we participate in bringing the reality of the Kingdom everywhere we go. #FullyAwakeChurch #TransformativeHope #ByGraceYouAreSaved

AWAKE #3

Scripture:  Ephesians 1:15-23 (ESV)

Speaker:  Scott Meyer

Summary:  Woke World #3” - Feb 11
In Ephesians 1:15-23 we dive into the transformative journey of the Apostle Paul – from skeptic to believer after a divine encounter. Discover the three key revelations Paul prays for the church: a deep understanding of their calling's hope, a revelation of God's abundant inheritance, and a reliance on the immeasurable resurrection power within. Challenge your perspective, awaken hope, and join the journey of becoming a fully awake church. #FullyAwakeChurch #TransformativeHope

AWAKE #2

Scripture:  Ephesians 1:1-14

Speaker:  Scott Meyer

Summary: “Awake: Experiencing the Gospel in a Woke World #2“ - Feb 4
In Ephesians 1:1-14 we uncover the beauty of God's plan for us. Paul's poetic description takes us through the roles of the Father, the Beloved (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit, revealing the depth of our chosen and adopted identity. As we reflect on being chosen, let's remember that our true response should be worship, not worry. Join us in embracing our role in the grand story of God's Kingdom breaking into the world.

AWAKE #1

Scripture:  Ephesians 5:8-20

Speaker:  Scott Meyer

Summary: Join us for the kickoff of our new sermon series, "Awake," where we delve into the timeless message of Ephesians. In this series, we explore the cultural impact of Ephesians in the first century and how its relevance resonates in our 21st-century dynamic. This will be a deep dive into comprehending and responding to gospel of Jesus.

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU

Scripture:  2 Corinthians 5:11-21; 2 Corinthians 11:24-28

Speaker:  Brandon Reynolds

Summary:  What does it mean to be made new? Are you desperate to be made new in 2024? Brandon walks us through chapter 5 of the book of 2nd Corinthians in order to give us a glimpse of what it looks like to be truly made new in Christ. Will this be the year where the phrase “New Year; New Me” actually becomes true for you? Listen to this message and learn what it means to be made new this next year!”

ADVENT: Waiting for Christmas #3

Scripture:  Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 2:9-10

Speaker:  Scott Meyer

Summary:  Do you have Fearless Joy? Discover the distinction between happiness and joy, anchoring our unwavering joy in the arrival and significance of Jesus as Savior, Messiah, and Lord. By exploring the biblical narrative of Jesus's birth, learn to pursue Fearless Joy, encouraging each of us to fix our gaze upon Jesus, finding unshakable joy that transcends life's distractions and circumstances."

ADVENT: Waiting for Christmas #2

Exploring the Old Testament's concept of 'Shalom,' we discover peace as more than the absence of conflict, emphasizing its essence of restoration and completeness.
Through Zachariah's song (Luke 1:57-80), this message unpacks three crucial themes—redemption, remembrance, and restoration—highlighting the promise of Christmas: the restoration of all things.

ADVENT: Waiting for Christmas #1

Scripture: Luke 5:1-25

Speaker:  Scott Meyer

Summary: In this message explore the Advent themes of Hope and Waiting. As we delve into the story of Zachariah and Elizabeth, discover how their faithful waiting and unexpected encounter with an angel brought forth a message of hope. Explore the parallels between their anticipation and our own waiting, learning that God's timing is always perfect. Embrace the essence of hope this Christmas season and beyond, understanding that sometimes God's answer isn't 'no,' but 'not yet.'