Love: A More Excellent Way
Scripture teaches us a more excellent way in how we are to love others more in the way that Jesus loved, to seek the highest good for others.
Speaker: Jack McNiel
Jack McNiel has served as the evangelist with the Oak Grove congregation since August of 2008. He graduated in 2003 from the Southwest School of Bible Studies, Austin, Texas.
Jack grew up in Texas where he also met and married his wife, Kathy. They now make their home in Bates City. They have two children, Elijah and Abigail. The family is active in the community, working with the Civil Air Patrol, and 4-H, in addition to their work with the church.
Jack has served in the mission fields as well. He’s made several trips to India, and recently to Jamaica, helping to spread the gospel to all the world.
Jack also served as a Petty Officer 2nd Class in the United States Coast Guard from September 1990 to July 1998.
Blessed Are the Meek
In His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus made gave us many great, humbling teachings, this lesson looks at what it means to be meek, and what the meek shall inherit.
Blessed Are They that Mourn
In Matthew 5 we learn that when Jesus said, "Blessed are they that mourn." He was talking about recognizing our sin and letting our sorrow lead to repentance.
Elijah: Boldly Facing Sin
Learn how Elijah serves as an example of boldness for God as he faced Israel over idol worship proclaiming truth in the face of peril and how we can be bold in the faith.
Glorify God in Your Body
Discover how Romans chapter 12 teaches Christians to be living sacrifices for God. Find tips for how to glorify God and to not conform to the world's standards.
Why Do You Believe?
It is a good idea to look inward and examine yourself to determine why you believe in God, and His Son. Is it out of fear, love, conviction, or is it fake?
Setting Spiritual Goals
Learn from the great men of the Bible how to set spiritual goals for your life. Find specific areas where we can take aim to aim high for our goal of Heaven.
Flee, Follow, and Fight
Explore the biblical wisdom from the Paul inspiring Timothy's journey to become a man of God. Discover the faith to flee, follow and the fight for eternal life.
How to Overcome Sin
Learn how to overcome sin by understanding its development and following steps to change desires, limit opportunities, and seek forgiveness.
A Growing Christian
Explore the importance of spiritual growth of a growing Christian. Discover ways to examine yourself with practical tips on how to cultivate Spiritual growth.