Fairview Church Of Christ

James 2:1-9. James is addressing a problem with the church regarding rich and poor members. In this passage, James warns Christians of being partial. This lesson by Evangelist Tim Copeland examines how we are all the same in Christ.

Jude 1-2. Jude wishes mercy, peace, and love for all Christians. What do we wish for others? This lesson by Evangelist Sonny Sharp examines the meaning of mercy, peace, and love.

Ephesians 5:22-6:9. This passage outlines how family members should interact with each other. We learn love from seeing love. We learn patience from seeing patience. Likewise, young children learn about God through their parents. This lesson by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines how our relationships reflect the character of Jesus and give us direction in the roles we play.

Philippians 3:19. In this verse, the Apostle Paul warns of the dangers of worldly things. We live in a society of indulgence. What is the harm of excess? This study by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines the signs and symptoms of gluttony to help us see the dangers more clearly and to have more care with the way we indulge.

Psalm 13, 89, 35. When we are weary and hopeless we cry to God, “How long will injustice prevail?” We must remember that God is always in control. This lesson by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines two important truths to remember from the psalms when we are weary and wonder, “How long?”

Romans 12:6-8. Goals are typically made as the new year approaches. The Romans passage talks about some of the different gifts from God we have that can be used to build up the church. This study by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines some of the gifts we all have and reflects on our goals for personal spiritual growth for 2022.

Ephesians 5:1-21, Ephesians 6:10-20. We must be filled with light so we can combat the darkness of the world. In this lesson Evangelist Brent Dyer studies the theme of light in Ephesians 5 and 6. We must be filled with the Spirit and His light daily so that we can stand against the onslaught of the evil one and the powers of darkness.

Isaiah 52:13-53:12. We regularly focus on the verses in Isaiah 53 about Jesus taking our sins away, but in the New Testament, the references are primarily about Jesus being rejected. This study by Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at Christ’s rejection as recorded in Isaiah 53 and the gospels to examine why the world rejected Him so we don’t make the same mistake.

Deut. 4. Just as God delivered the Israelites from slavery, God delivers his people today. God also warned Israel to not turn away from Him. In this study, Evangelist Elijah Pierce from Conway, Arkansas looks at God’s unique relationship with His people.

Genesis 12:10-20. Abraham told Pharaoh his wife was his sister. The Bible is filled with stories of men who struggled with telling the truth. Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Aaron, Saul, David, and Peter are just a few of the men of the Bible who struggled with lying. In this study, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at the patriarchs to determine why we lie today and offers some practical advice on how to be people defined by truth, like our Savior.

As the world prepares to celebrate a time where God's will was done and God's army won, let us reflect on the meaning of this holiday for us as God's people. In this lesson, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer studies the origins of Hanukkah to encourage us to fight with courage for what belongs to God and to dedicate and purify our own temples for Him.

Psalm 143. Youth need their parents for safety, protection, and guidance. The Psalms remind us how much we need and depend on God. In this study, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines several Psalms that focus on yearning for God to remind us of how much we need God.

Why is Acts 8:37 not in some Bibles? What does it mean for confession if that text is not authentic? In this lesson, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines why some Bible translations have missing verses. Also, a discussion of the ramifications for the theology drawn from these verses.

Ezekiel 16, Psalm 38. Sin separates us from God. In the passage the prophet Ezekiel surveys the broken relationship of Israel with God. In the Psalm, David remembers his past transgressions. We will never hate sin until we love God. In this sermon, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at sin through the lens of a broken relationship based on the idolatry and brazen selfishness of Israel.

Ezekiel 34. This passage in Ezekiel is prophecy about shepherds. Just as the world bemoans corruption in the church, so also God is frustrated at injustice and selfishness in His leaders. In this sermon, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer looks at the selfish shepherd kings of the Old Testament and rejoices in Jesus, the better shepherd. Keywords: God, Jesus, Christ, Lord, Bible, Ezekiel, shepherd, justice, selfish, prophecy, replace God Jesus Christ Lord Bible Ezekiel shepherd justice selfish prophecy replace

John 19:30, Luke 23:46. In His last moments on the cross, Jesus gave up His spirit. What does it mean that Jesus committed His spirit to God's hands? Evangelist Brent Dyer's lesson in preparation for the Lord's Supper examines the significance of Jesus handing over His spirit to God and how Paul was able to stay humble while acting as a light to the world.

Acts 19:11-20. We may have never tried to summon a demon, but have we tried to control God? We may not have ever used a magic potion but have we misused the power of God? In this sermon, Fairview Evangelist Brent Dyer examines the dangers of approaching God like magicians exploiting His power for our gain.

Ephesians 4. In this chapter, Paul urges the new Christians to build each other up and work together. He is emphasizing that there must be unity in the church. In this study, Evangelist Brent Dyer examines how each member is urged to fill a proper role working together and growing the church.

Acts 2. Final study of three on the fundamentals of the Church and Christian Fellowship. In this study, Evangelist Kris Emerson examines three important aspects of Christian fellowship.

Acts 1 and 2. Second of three studies on the fundamentals of the Church with a focus on the Gospel. In this study, Evangelist Kris Emerson examines the Gospel and calling on the name of the Lord.