Dean Elliott continues the Together series by teaching about a key principle that is indispensable for a group to stay together. From this principle comes a practice for dealing with a offense with a brother. One needs the principle for the practical to work in a community. Main Scripture Passage: Matthew 17:24 to 18:20 Scripture references: I John 1:8-9; […]
Dean Elliott continues the Together series by looking at the account of Jesus washing the Disciples’ feet in John 13:1-17. This passage is not just about serving one another physically, but about serving one another spiritually, by dealing with sin together. Dean explains two mistakes that need to be put away before we can be in community […]
David denHartog continues the Together series by asking the question: Why? Why are community groups important? Using I Corinthians 12:14-27, he makes two important points, answering the question: Why? Additional Scripture References: Acts 2:42; I Thessalonians 5:11; Romans 15:14; Romans 12:10-13 Recommended Reading: Come and See, by Todd Wagner
The mission of CBC is to make disciples, from Matthew 28:18-20. How do we get there? Acts 2:42 lists four elements of the early church that are vital to our becoming mature believers. David denHartog explains each briefly, but focuses on the aspect of fellowship. If you neglect fellowship, it will stunt your growth. What is […]
David denHartog begins a new series titled, Together. The series is designed to help Cleburne Bible Church understand what we are seeking to weave into the fiber of our church. It is together that we accomplish God’s purpose for our lives and the church. Colossians 1:24-29 helps us realize three primary points regarding the purpose of the […]
Dean Elliott concludes the Coming with His Saints series based in II Thessalonians. He address one of most insidious and universal problems of humanity: laziness. We look at the problem, as found in II Thessalonians 3:6-15. We also look at how the church is supposed to respond it and take away specific applications to our own lives.
Dean Elliott continues the Coming with His Saints series, teaching from 2 Thessalonians 2:13 through 3:5. What brings stability to our lives in this age? What guards against distractions? What do we need to hold on to?
Pastor David denHartog continues the Coming with His Saints series on end times. When there are difficulties, trials and heartaches in our lives, the temptation is to give up and not keep battling. We wonder if there really is a God. How do we bear up when we feel hopeless? Paul wrote 2 Thessalonians for people […]
David denHartog begins a new series, Coming with His Saints, focusing on the end times. He teaches from 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 and explains the answer to the question: “Why does God allow the righteous to suffer?” Scripture references: 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10; I Thessalonians 4:13-17; I Thessalonians 5:1-3
Dean Elliott concludes the Family Portrait series with “Making Peace.” It is as difficult to find common ground in our families as it is to find common ground in our nation. But it is important in our family to evangelize and lead our kids to Christ. Dean uses the story found in I Samuel 25 to […]