Doubting Thomas - Nathan Rages

In this sermon, we talk about "Doubting" Thomas from John 20:24-31, specifically five things about Thomas:
1. His absence, not being at the meeting when Jesus appeared
2. His doubt, unwilling to believe without seeing and touching Christ
3. His invitation, that Jesus invites him to examine His wounds and believe
4. His confession, declaring the deity of Christ in the strongest terms.
5. His correction, that Jesus says it would be better had he believed based on the testimony he'd heard rather than insisting on personal experience.

Audio only: https://rgcolumbia.sermon.net/21207017

Run to Obtain the Prize - Austin Dooley

1 Corinthians 9:24-25 - "Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win. Everyone who competes in the games exercises self-control in all things. They then do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable."

Audio only: https://rgcolumbia.sermon.net/21190501

Mary Magdalene - Nathan Rages

In this sermon, we look at Jesus' appearance to Mary Magdalene in John 20:11-18 -- focusing on five interesting aspects of Mary:

1. Her background

2. Her emotions

3. Her confusion

4. Her correction

5. Her obedience.



Audio only: https://rgcolumbia.sermon.net/21190498

Grace, Faith, and Works - Nathan Rages

In this sermon on Eph 2:8-10, we take a look at three big truths about our salvation:

1. Grace - Salvation is entirely by God's grace and not as a result of our works.

2. Faith - Salvation is only received through our faith.

3. Works - Salvation will always result in a life of good works.



Audio only: https://rgcolumbia.sermon.net/21165404

Jesus' Burial - Nathan Rages

In this message from John 19:38-42, we talk about four reasons why the burial of Jesus is important:

1. It sets-up His resurrection.

2. It fulfills prophetic Scripture.

3. It shows how to treat the bodies of deceased believers.

4. It called forth courage from cowardly disciples.



Audio only: https://rgcolumbia.sermon.net/21165401

Sunday May 20th - Special Meeting Location

On May 20th, our usual Sunday morning worship meeting will be held at Lake of the Ozarks State Park in Osage Beach, MO.  We'll be meeting at the PB-1 historic Shelter House (across from the horse stables) at 10:00am followed by a lunch meal at about 12:30pm and afternoon fellowship.  All are welcome to join us at the Lake!

The Piercing of Jesus' Body - Nathan Rages

In this sermon from John 19:31-37, we talk about the piercing of Jesus' Body and see specifically that it:

1. Illustrates the absurdity of legalism.

2. Proves Jesus was really dead.

3. Shows Jesus was truly human.

4. Demonstrates the fulfillment of prophecy, and

5. Points us to Christ's redemption.



Audio only: https://rgcolumbia.sermon.net/21156888