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Stand Firm: Holding the Sword of Faith - Richard Sutton - 12/15/2024

This lesson, based on Ephesians 6:10-18, discusses strategies for standing firm against the schemes of the devil, who uses lust of the eyes, flesh, and pride to put a wedge in our relationship with God.  Key ideas covered are: (1) standing firm against Satan’s methods, (2) standing firm in the evil day, and (3) standing firm in the full armor of God.  The lesson ends with an illustration and encouragement to stand firm with the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, held high.

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Loaded and Unfired - Richard Sutton - 12/8/2024

This lesson discusses various aspects of reaching out to others with the gospel using the illustration of an unfired, yet fully loaded weapon.  Key concepts in the lesson are: (1) loaded with love, (2) loaded with prayer, (3) loaded for evangelism, and (4) loaded with Christian living.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Thanksgiving - Give thanks to the Lord - Richard Sutton - 11/24/2014

This lesson explores the many reasons to offer thanksgiving and praise to God daily and on this national holiday that Abe Lincoln authorized in 1863.  The key areas discussed, based on Psalm 116, are: (1) God listens to me, (2) God saved me, (3) God delivered my soul, (4) responding to God, and (5) developing an attitude of thankful living.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to give thanks to God in everything.

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Doing Good - Law of the Harvest- Richard Sutton - 11/17/2024

This lesson explores ideas related to doing good and the law of the harvest revealed in scripture.  Key points covered are: (1) what is goodness, (2) the law of the harvest - sowing and reaping, (3) how to not lose heart and grow weary, and (4) rejuvenation results by focusing on Jesus and our eternal reward.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to keep on doing good and with an invitation to respond to the message.Linder Road church of Christ - Meridian, Idaho

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Mission Sunday Service

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Give your heart to God - Richard Sutton - 11/3/2024

This lesson compares attributes about our spiritual hearts with characteristics of our physical hearts to gain insights about pleasing God.  Key concepts covered include: (1) our amazing physical heart, (2) attributes of a healthy spiritual heart, (3) things that cause a defiled heart, and (4) reasons to give our hearts to God.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to give your heart totally to God.

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Transformed - Richard Sutton -9/8/2024

This lesson explores the process of transformation we experience as Christians.  The specific topics discussed include: (1) crisis or tragedy affecting the process; (2) mountaintop experiences affecting the process; and  (3) lessons gained from mountaintop experiences.  The lesson concludes with a rundown of upcoming congregational events and an invitation to respond to the message.

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Deacons Richard Sutton and Elders ~ 8/25/2024

This lesson reviews the qualifications for church leadership, particularly deacons along with some examples of these servants in the early church.  Scripture references include Ephesians 4:11-12, Acts 6:1-7, and sections from 1st & 2nd Timothy.  The lesson concludes with the installation of two new deacons for the Linder Road congregation.

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Here I Stand - Clint Davison - 8/19/2024

This lesson, based on 2 Kings 17:24-41, looks at the lessons we can learn from the past failures of God’s people to stand solely on God’s word. The lessons we may learn include: (1) God’s expectations from his people, (2) standing in his word and will, (3) standing faithful to God, and (4) how to stand.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to commit to standing on God’s word and walking in his ways.

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Rooted in God - Richard Sutton - 8/11/2024

This lesson explores what it means to be rooted in God.  From scriptures in Jeremiah 17:1-10 and Ephesians 3:16-20, the main points covered include: (1) the curse of trusting in mankind, (2) how trusting God brings fruit in every season, and (3) being rooted in God empowers the inner man with God’s love.  The lesson concludes with the question “How is your root system?”

Mission of the Church - Richard Sutton - 7/21/2024

This lesson explores various aspects of Jesus’ mission for the church, the scope of which is to take the gospel to Jerusalem, Samaria, and the entire world.  The main points covered are: (1) the manifestation of the mission, (2) the message of the mission, (3) the magnitude of the mission, and (4) the motive of the mission.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement for disciples to carry out the mission, and with an invitation to respond to the message and obey the gospel.

The Momentous Cross - Richard Sutton 7/14/2024

This lesson explores the significance of Jesus’s death on the cross as the most momentous event in human history.  The topics covered include: (1) the morbidity of the cross, (2) the necessity of the cross, (3) the people of the cross, and (4) the paradox of the cross.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

David and Goliath - Jared McCormick - 7/7/2024

This lesson, from 1 Samuel 17, explores insights gleaned from David’s confrontation and victory against Goliath, the Philistine champion.  Key concepts covered include: (1) who God is, (2) how God works in the lives of his people, (3) David’s confidence and preparation, and (4) God’s presence in David’s fight.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to lean on God through his word and allow him to work in your life.

Cost of Being a Disciple - Clint Davison - 6/30/2024

This lesson looks at the costs for and of discipleship for Jesus and his followers.  The lesson explores the question from two perspectives: (1) the cost Jesus paid with his blood for us, and (2) the cost of what we must give for our discipleship by denying self, taking up our cross, and following Jesus. The lesson concludes with the encouragement to be fully committed by taking action and following Jesus.

Future Preacher Training Camp Participants - 6/23/2024

Sunday Morning Service - Richard Sutton 6/16/2024

Grace - Richard Sutton 6/9/2024

Sunday Morning Service - Richard Sutton - 6/2/2024

Courage to keep on - Clint Davison - 5/26/2024

This lesson, taken from 1 Corinthians 3:5-11, delves into the courage needed to keep on with the mission to spread the gospel.  Lesson points include: (1) Paul’s example of facing rejection and hostility, (2) his response, (3) his impact, and (4) application for us today.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.**********************************
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Hannah - Mother to be Admired - Richard Sutton - 5/12/2024

This lesson, based on 1 Samuel 1:1-28, looks at Hannah and her example of a mother to be admired.  The main points covered include: (1) her problems, (2) her prayer, (3) her promise, (4) her preparation, and (5) her presentation.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement for women to be strong mothers to their children.

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Train Yourself for Godliness - Darren Williamson - 4/14/2024

Train Yourself for Godliness 

Guest speaker, Darren Williamson, delves into the encouragement in 1 Timothy 4:6-16 to teach well.  Key concepts covered include: (1) the seriousness of faith and sound doctrine, (2) the important doctrines of the life to come and the one savior, and (3) good conduct requires effort, intensity, and serious training. The lesson concludes with the encouragement to train hard for spiritual health and watch yourself.  

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Same Power - Richard Sutton - 5/5/2024

Drawing Power of the Cross

Based on John 12:27-34, this lesson looks at the drawing power of the cross - the magnetism that draws people to Jesus and salvation.  Key points developed include: (1) feeling the draw, (2) why some people reject the cross, and (3) the drawing power is Jesus himself.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to respond to the message.

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Resurrection Power- Richard Sutton - 4/28/2024

This lesson, based on Ephesians 1:18-23, explores the resurrection power of Jesus that lives in his followers.  Key concepts covered in the lesson include: (1) resurrection power described, (2) resurrection power demonstrated through Christ’s exultation, and (3) how resurrection power is lived out in us. The lesson concludes with the encouragement to respond to the message of his power to transform.

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Sunday Morning Sermon - Richard Sutton 4/21/2024

Same Power - Richard Sutton - 4/7/2024

The Body of Christ- Equipped to Serve

This lesson, from Ephesians 4:11-16, reviews some of the various gifts God gave to the church at its inception and today, and their purpose to equip the saints for service.  Key points include: (1) types and timing of gifts given; (2) purpose of the roles given gifts; and (3) the responsibility of using each gift for the body of Christ.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to use your own gifts in ministry for the church.

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Train Yourself for Godliness - Darren Williamson - 4/14/2024

Train Yourself for Godliness 

Guest speaker, Darren Williamson, delves into the encouragement in 1 Timothy 4:6-16 to teach well.  Key concepts covered include: (1) the seriousness of faith and sound doctrine, (2) the important doctrines of the life to come and the one savior, and (3) good conduct requires effort, intensity, and serious training. The lesson concludes with the encouragement to train hard for spiritual health and watch yourself.  

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Resurrection Power - Richard Sutton - 3/31/2024

It’s Friday, but Sunday is coming

This lesson is a harmonious retelling of the gospel accounts of Jesus’s death, burial, and resurrection.  Key events highlighted include the Lord’s supper being established, Gethsemane and its agony, the betrayals, the trials, the crucifixion, and the victorious resurrection.  The telling concludes with: “It’s Sunday!  Sin defeated, death cheated, salvation completed. Christ arose!” 

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Caring for those in need - Richard Sutton - 3/24/2024

This lesson explores how God cares about those in need and how his people are to do the same.  Using scriptures from Leviticus, Deuteronomy, Matthew and Luke, the main points covered include: (1) God’s Old Testament instructions on caring for the needy, (2) New Testament instructions on caring for the needy, (3) blessings and woes to those who do and don’t care, and (4) practical examples of how we can care for the needy in our community.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to love like Jesus, as we care for those around us who are in need.

That They Might Believe - Richard Sutton - 3/10/2024

This lesson explores the Christian reality of being a saint sanctified (set apart) for a purpose.  The lesson topics include: (1) what being sanctified means, (2) how we are set apart, (3) what we are set apart for, and (4) why we are set apart.  The lesson ends with the encouragement to accept the challenge to be salt and light so that the world might believe in Jesus.

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Redeemed - Richard Sutton - 3/17/2024

Beauty and Value of the Redeemed

This lesson, taken from Ephesians 1:3-14, explores the depth of God’s thoughts regarding the beauty and immense value people have in his sight.  The main elements covered include being: (1) chosen, adopted and redeemed in Christ; (2) sealed by the Holy Spirit; (3) beneficiaries of an imperishable inheritance; and (4) precious in God’s sight to the praise of his glory.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond in faith and obedience.

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Faith That Overcomes Obstacles- Richard Sutton - 3/3/2024

This lesson, taken from Hebrews 11, explores faith that overcomes obstacles.  A summary review of real life examples, both from scripture and current lives, provides several key elements to this type of faith, including: (1) faith and positive thinking, (2) God’s thinking vs man’s thinking, (3) thinking like God, who is in control.  The lesson concludes with examples of real people who overcame obstacles by doing it God’s way.

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Passion for Spiritual Matters - Richard Sutton - 2/25/2024

This lesson, based on scriptures from Matthew 22 and related passages, explores three areas of passion that Jesus exhibited and which we, as disciples, should emulate.  They include being: (1) passionate about God, (2) passionate about people, and (3) passionate about God’s Word.  The lesson concludes with the question “Is Jesus your passion?” and with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Establishing a Church Growth Climate - Richard Sutton - 2/18/2023

A Climate for Church Growth

This lesson explores various aspects that create a climate of growth.  The main concepts discussed include four conditions that help create a positive, friendly atmosphere.  They are: (1) a climate of joy, (2) a climate of love, (3) a climate of enthusiasm, and (4) a Bible-centered climate. The lesson ends with the encouragement to continue growing and with an invitation to respond to the message.

The Fuel of Life - Richard Sutton - 2/11/2023

Service - the Fuel of Life

This lesson, based on Mark 10:35-45, looks at the idea of service as the indispensable fuel of life.  Key concepts discussed include: (1) measuring greatness according to God’s view, (2) having the right desire to be a great servant, and (3) the right approach to becoming a good servant. The lesson ends with the encouragement to take the opportunity to do good to all men, and with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Fiercely Loyal- Clint Davison - 2/4/2023

David - A man after God’s Own Heart

This lesson examines three memorable scenes from David’s life to see how his character provides the greatest examples of a fiercely loyal heart toward God. The key points include: (1) understanding God’s power results in totally trusting in him, (2) being patient to wait for God’s timing to act, and (3) a loyal heart feels sin deeply and repents.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to let others know about God’s restoration plan for people.

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Improbable Apostle Paul - Clint Davison - 1/28/2024

 

This lesson looks at the life, legacy, and lessons we can learn from the great example of the Apostle Paul. Scriptures primarily from the book of Acts and Paul’s letters are used to develop the main ideas, including: (1) Paul’s background, (2) events that shaped Paul’s worldview, (3) Paul’s dramatic change, and (4) three things to take away for our own lives.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the gospel of Jesus.

Soul to Soul - Richard Sutton- 1/21/2024

The Grand Mission - Soul Winning

This lesson explores the mission of soul winning Jesus gave his disciples.  After defining the soul and looking at the example of Jesus sending out the 70 disciples, the lesson topics include: (1) God is over the harvest, (2) all followers are to go and invite people to the kingdom, (3) the dangers and depending on Jesus for provision, (4) the result of the message.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond.

A New Year, A New You - Richard Sutton - 1/7/2024

 

This lesson begins the New Year focusing on the resolution to be closer to Jesus and his mission to reach the lost.  The lesson topics include: (1) new beginnings (2 Corinthians 5:17); (2) a new person (Colossians 3:5-10); and (3) a new start (Romans 6:3-5).  The lesson concludes with a reminder from Jeremiah 29:11 that God has good plans for us and with an invitation to respond to the message.

To Know Jesus is to Know His Commission - Richard Sutton - 12/31/2023

This lesson, based on Matthew 28:16-20 and related scriptures, explores the idea of how Jesus’ mission informs our understanding of the Great Commission he gave to his disciples.  Key points include: (1) the magnitude and global nature of our commission, (2) the plan Jesus laid out for executing his commission, and (3) our responsibility and privilege to carry out His mission.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Knowing Jesus is Knowing Peace - Richard Sutton - 12/24/2023

Knowing Jesus - Knowing Peace

This lesson looks at the text of Luke 2:1-7 and related scriptures to explore the true peace that only Jesus provides.  Topics covered include: (1) the incarnation of Jesus, (2) the eternal nature of Jesus, and (3) knowing God by knowing Jesus and his true peace.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Knowing Jesus - Richard Sutton - 12/17/2023

Jesus - God’s Perfect Gift

Based on 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, this lesson explores the attributes of Jesus as the perfect gift.  Topics discussed include: (1) Jesus surpasses all expectations, (2) Jesus as the right solution to restore our relationships, and (3) Jesus as God’s inexpressible gift.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

 

 

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Focused on Knowing Jesus - Richard Sutton - 12/10/2023

This lesson, in the continuing series on Knowing Jesus, explores ideas related to maintaining our focus on Jesus.  Topics covered include: (1) challenges to staying focused, (2) focus on knowing Jesus personally, and (3) what Paul, the Apostle, wants us to know about Jesus.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Who is the Lord? - Bob Turner - 12/3/2023

This lesson, presented by guest speaker Bob Turner, explores several names of God used in Genesis to answer the question, Who is the Lord?  Some of the names covered include: (1) Elohim, the powerful creator; (2) Yahweh, the personal name of God; (3) El Roi, the God who sees; and (4) El Shaddai, God Almighty.  The lesson concludes with the reminder that God is for us, and with an invitation to respond to the message.

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Knowing Jesus – Richard Sutton -11/26/2023

Knowing Jesus Intimately 

This lesson, in the continuing series on Knowing Jesus, explores the concept of developing an intimate, close relationship with Jesus as our companion and friend.  The lesson covers several ideas, including: (1) defining true friendship, (2) the impression our friendship should leave with others, (3) what it means to have Jesus as our friend, and (4) qualifications to be Jesus’s friend.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to respond to the message.

Son of God, Son of Man - Richard Sutton - 11/19/2023

This lesson looks at two of Jesus’s titles, Son of God and Son of Man, the latter of which is used most often by Jesus himself. The lesson explores these titles for their distinguishing characteristics from the perspectives of: (1) how they are alike, (2) how they are different, and (3) what are the implications for our lives. The lesson ends with the invitation for the weary and heavy laden to come to Jesus.

Jesus, the Light of Men - Richard Sutton - 11/12/2023

Knowing Jesus - The Light of Men

This lesson explores Knowing Jesus as the Light of Men, essential to life.  Using an acrostic from the word LIGHT, 5 aspects are explored, as follows: (1) Life and light are related intellectually, morally, and spiritually; (2) Illumination is both physical and spiritual; (3) Glory in his grace and truth; (4) Heaven’s light; and (5) Transformation by his light.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to see the Light and obey.

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To Know Jesus, is to Know the Messiah - Richard Sutton - 11/5/2023

Knowing Jesus - The Messiah

This lesson, in the continuing series on Knowing Jesus, explores the evidence for Jesus being the Messiah, the Chosen and Anointed one.  Lesson topics include: (1) the descriptive title Messiah and its implications, (2) when was Jesus chosen and anointed, and (3) what is the appropriate response to Jesus as Lord.  The lesson concludes with the encouragement to respond to Jesus as he is knocking at the door of our hearts.

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Life in Abundance - Richard Sutton - 10/29/2023

Knowing Jesus - The Abundant Life

This lesson, in the continuing series on knowing Jesus, looks at his claims to be the source of the abundant life. Based on John 10:1-10, topics covered include: (1) Jesus as the source of physical life, (2) Jesus as the source of spiritual life, and (3) what the abundant life is and is not.  The lesson concludes with an invitation to take up a relationship with Jesus and accept his offer of the abundant life.

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Dealing with the Struggle of Temptation - Cory Waddell

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Keynote The Inherent Value of Every Human Being - Chuck Monan

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