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Teaching podcast from the Eagle Community Church of Christ in Mont Belvieu, TX.

Eagle Community Church of Christ


    • Jun 2, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 27m AVG DURATION
    • 209 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Eagle Community Church of Christ

    Marks of a True Disciple: Humble in Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 29:46 Transcription Available


    What does true humility look like in a world that celebrates pride and self-promotion? In this powerful episode, John Gunter explores how humility is not about thinking less of yourself—but thinking of yourself less. From setting healthy boundaries to serving those who can't repay you, learn how to follow the downward path of Jesus and make humility a lifestyle, not just a virtue.#ChristianPodcast #Humility #SpiritualGrowth #ServantLeadership #FaithInAction #JesusCentered #DiscipleshipJourney #ChurchLife #MarksOfADisciple #Philippians2 #GospelLiving

    Marks of a True Disciple: Love-Driven

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 24:31 Transcription Available


    Is love just a feeling—or is it the foundation of true discipleship?In this message from Eagle Community Church of Christ, Minister John Gunter explores what it means to be Love-Driven as part of our Marks of a True Disciple series. Drawing from the words of Jesus in John 13 and other powerful scriptures, this sermon reveals that love isn't optional—it's the essential mark of a true follower of Christ.Discover how real love is sacrificial, forgiving, unconditional, and active. If you've ever wondered what sets authentic Christianity apart, this message will challenge and inspire you to reflect the love of Christ in every relationship.

    Marks of a True Disciple: Faith-Filled

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 29:48 Transcription Available


    What does it really mean to live by faith? In this powerful message from the Marks of a Disciple series, John Gunter shares how true discipleship begins where certainty ends. Through personal stories, biblical examples, and raw honesty, discover why faith is more than belief—it's a courageous trust in God's character even when the way forward is hidden. This episode will challenge, encourage, and inspire you to walk by faith, not by sight.

    Prayer: Connection to God

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 32:09 Transcription Available


    How would you describe your prayer life? Isn't it amazing that sometimes our prayer life can be continuous and fruitful, and at other times it may be sparse and bordering on transactional? Join us today as we look at prayer within scripture and how prayer shapes us into different people. Thanks for being here!

    Fasting: Hungering for God

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 31:42 Transcription Available


    What place does fasting have in the life of a Christian? It may surprise you to learn that not all fasts are even planned. Some are just responses to our circumstances. Join us as we learn what Biblical fasting means and how we can utilize it in our own lives. Thanks for being here!

    Mark Sermon 22: Good Friday & Easter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 24:01 Transcription Available


    What would it have been like to experience the last days, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus? In this lesson, we hear from Mark how Jesus was mocked, abused and killed, but this was not the end. The ripple effect of Jesus' resurrection can be seen today 2,000 years after the fact. Join us as we experience the truth of God's love for us.

    Mark Sermon 21: Denying Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 21:17 Transcription Available


    If you had been with Jesus, would you have denied that you knew him? Peter was undoubtedly in a tough spot after Jesus' arrest, but he was shocked to have done exactly what Jesus told him he would do. How does this translate into our lives? How often do we deny knowing Jesus?

    Mark Sermon 20: Lord's Supper

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 21:53 Transcription Available


    In today's reading, Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper. When he does so, he ties together the whole story of Israel of which we are a part. This moment helps us focus on the love of God through the fullness of our lives. Study with us as we examine this Christian practice!

    Mark Sermon 18: Be On Guard!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 24:41 Transcription Available


    Jesus tells us to be on guard, so are you ready? Today we discuss the commands to stay ready for his return. Thanks for listening!

    Mark Sermon 17: Authentic Christianity in a World of Pride

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 32:45 Transcription Available


    Have you ever been fully open and authentic with a group of Christians? We often shy away from anything that we think may make us look less than perfect, but why do we do this? In the sermon today, John discusses the end of Mark 12 where Jesus addresses the inauthentic actions of the religious leaders. 

    Mark Sermon 16: I Love God, Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 29:41 Transcription Available


    John Gunter talks about Christians loving God. We all think we love God, but do you know that if we do not love others, we cannot say we love God? Scripture is clear, so we should be as well! Listen with us as we open the word of God today. 

    Go! Part 2 (Evangelism Miniseries)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 40:28 Transcription Available


    This week we finish our evangelism miniseries with a message about the importance of the gospel. We have an important message to bring to the world, and we need to be ready to share it. Pray for boldness in yourself and others as we go with the message of Jesus. 

    Go! Part 1 (Evangelism Miniseries)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 44:34 Transcription Available


    This week John Gunter talks to us about the importance of spreading the message of Christ. However, we can be a hindrance to that message if we are caught up fighting each other or focused on the wrong thing. Let's open our bibles together to see how the disciples of Jesus were able to go into the world to help others. 

    Mark Sermon 15: By Whose Authority?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 29:28 Transcription Available


    In Mark 11, Jesus is asked a question he refuses to answer. Why does this question elicit no response? You can find out as we open the word of God together. Thanks for watching!

    Mark Sermon 14: No Fruit on the Tree

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 18:53 Transcription Available


    In today's sermon, Jesus has an interesting reaction when he find a fig tree with no fruit. What does it all mean? Find out as we open God's word together.

    Mark Sermon 13: Who is Blind Here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 15:27 Transcription Available


    This week we look at two unique but overlapping stories in Jesus' ministry. One story features the disciples, and the other includes a blind beggar. Tune in as we look at the surprising similarities and the stark differences. 

    Mark Sermon 12: In the Image of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 23:35 Transcription Available


    John Gunter speaks to us on the importance of living a life in the image of God so we are able to make disciples in the same image. Thanks for listening!

    Mark Sermon 11: Not Against Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 27:54 Transcription Available


    What does Jesus say about the man doing miracles though he wasn't among the disciples? What does Paul say about people preaching with selfish ambition? The answers may surprise you in this week's sermon. Thanks for listening!

    Mark Sermon 10: The Transfiguration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 24:17 Transcription Available


    This week we talk about the transfiguration of Jesus. What does it mean when we meet Moses, Elijah, Jesus and the voice of God on the mountain? Find out as we open God's word together.

    Shine Your Light - Tyler Prothro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 11:12 Transcription Available


    Tyler Prothro preaches about the importance of shining our lights in our community. Thanks for watching!

    Christmas 2024: Unexpected Gifts

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 26:43 Transcription Available


    Sometimes life throws us unexpected curve balls. Those of us who have lived very long have seen how some of those curve balls turn out to change our lives in positive ways. This week John talks about how God works in ways different than we would expect.

    Mark Sermon 9: The Faith of the Disciples

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 24:41 Transcription Available


    It is easy to look unfavorably upon Jesus' disciples at times, but today we consider them in their real-time journey of faith. Ultimately, we are here because of them and their faith. What faith will you leave behind for others?

    Mark Sermon 8: All You Need is Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 19:27 Transcription Available


    Often we are hard headed and do not understand the power Jesus wields despite experiencing it previously in our lives. The disciples were the same way! Today we look at how those walking closest to Jesus often fail to understand him. 

    Mark Sermon 7: Does Tradition Affect Salvation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 21:23 Transcription Available


    When the Pharisees asked Jesus about his disciples not washing their hands, they received a rude awakening in the answer he gave. So how does tradition affect salvation? Find out as we read God's word together. 

    Mark Sermon 6: You Give Them Something to Eat.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 18:11 Transcription Available


    At this point in the gospel of Mark, Jesus moves his disciples to the front line. How will they respond after being the people doing the healing and casting out spirits? Will they continue to lean on the power of God or continue to operate within human limitations? Thanks for joining us. 

    Mark Sermon 5: Jesus, Lord Over All!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 31:38 Transcription Available


    Mark's gospel continues with 4 unique stories of Jesus' lordship. How do people respond when Jesus shows that he has power over nature, demonic power, sickness and even death? What is your response knowing the same information? Join us as we pursue growing closer to God and closer to each other. 

    Mark Sermon 4: Parables to Explain the Kingdom of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 20:28 Transcription Available


    Today we talk about 3 parables as Jesus explains the kingdom of God. Jesus uses these not only to explain, but to also conceal meaning. Why would he do that? Find out as we open God's word together. #churchofchrist #parableofthesower #montbelvieu 

    Mark Sermon 3: When Good is Bad

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 24:16 Transcription Available


    The lesson this week looks at the constant judgement surrounding Jesus' activities. Is it okay to pick grain or heal on the Sabbath? Does casting out demons mean Jesus is on team Satan? Join us as we see how some people will always judge your good deeds as bad things. Visit Us: https://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com/ Give Online: https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcoc

    Mark Sermon 2: Ministry in the Trenches

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 22:46 Transcription Available


    What should ministry look like? Who should we try to reach? Often we only reach out to people like us, but is that what Jesus did? Join us as we examine the ministry of Jesus. 

    Mark Introduction 1:1-11

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 19:35 Transcription Available


    Our lesson this week begins a series on the gospel of Mark. What did early Christians here when they read Mark's words? What was Mark's goal in writing? We discuss all of this as we begin this study. We hope you will join in with us! Check Us Out Here: https://eaglechurchofchrist.com

    I Will. Sermon #8 - I Will Avoid the Traps of Churchianity.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 24:11 Transcription Available


    Are we acting like the church or pretending? John talks about the traps of trying to get our way or seeking our own comfort. 

    Overseers, Shepherds & Elders: Who Should Serve?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 44:20 Transcription Available


    John Gunter breaks down the characteristics of overseers we find in the letters of Timothy and Titus. Our desire is to follow scripture to the best of our ability, so please join us as we drill down into what Paul is asking these minister to find (or not find) in candidates.

    I Will. Sermon #7 - I Will Not Be a Church Dropout

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 29:21 Transcription Available


    In sermon 7 of the series, John talks about church burnout. Did you know church members can be burned out by doing too much AND doing too little? We are part of the body, so we need to be involved, but we also need to take care of ourselves and not experience burnout.

    I Will. Sermon #6 - I Will Give Generously

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 31:15 Transcription Available


    How should Christians handle money? Does scripture talk much about pursuing wealth? John talks about this in the challenging lesson on giving generously. Thanks for listening!

    I Will. Sermon #5 - I Will Go

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 27:25 Transcription Available


    This week John Gunter talks about going to tell others about Jesus. Why is it that we do not prepare for sharing the gospel? Why do we hide behind excuses? John gives practical applications on how to pray for and then seek out these opportunities. 

    I Will. Sermon #4 - I Will Serve.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 28:27 Transcription Available


    This week we cover chapter 4 of the I Will book by Thom Rainer. Have you ever really wanted to get your way at church? What might this say about you? Join us as we open up the word of God together.

    I Will. Sermon #3 - I Will Grow Together With Others.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 27:19


    John Gunter talks to us about the importance of smaller groups within the church. The early church was a defacto small group, and they made time to live their lives together. Are we willing to give of our time to commit to our brothers and sisters? Thanks for watching sermons from the Eagle Community Church of Christ in Mont Belvieu, TX! View on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8gAU0sq6vTY

    I Will. Sermon #2 - I Will Worship With Others

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 24:02 Transcription Available


    From Mont Belvieu, Texas and the Eagle Community Church of Christ: This week John Gunter talks to us about the importance of Christians worshipping together. The Christian life is not one of solitude, and it is not something to be lowly prioritized. Will you decide to worship more with fellow believers?YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/qiHhBHQp3E0Church Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    I Will. Sermon #1 - Move from "I want" to "I will."

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 33:39 Transcription Available


    John Gunter preaches on the need for all Christians to be servants and not selfish. For this series we are using the book "I Will." by Thom Rainer. Can you move from saying "I want" to "I will?" Instead of focusing on our wants and preferences, John encourages us to look at the needs of others.

    July 28, 2024 Sermon - Jordan Santos

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 24:51 Transcription Available


    Join us at the Eagle Community Church of Christ as Jordan Santos brings a message from God's word.

    9 Common Lies: Believe in Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 23:47


    From Mont Belvieu, Texas and the Eagle Community Church of Christ: This week we wrap up the book "9 Common Lies Christians Believe" by talking about the lie of believing in yourself. John discusses this lie and why you should believe in someone much greater than yourself. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/uUOgHO6IuJMChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: I Don't Think God Really Likes Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 22:56 Transcription Available


    From Mont Belvieu, Texas and the Eagle Community Church of Christ: This week we talk about lie #8 where we may think "God doesn't really like me." John talks about all the ways God reveals his love for us. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/V4b_Mas14qUChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: God Doesn't Really Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 24:51 Transcription Available


    This week John Gunter talks about the lie saying "God doesn't really care." Join us as we reflect on our lives and the word of God that testify how much God loves all of us.YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/zFMB_YGD8JIChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: Follow Your Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 24:15


    This week we talk about a lie we hear all the time. Have you ever said or been told: Follow your heart? This is something so solidified in our culture, we have a lot of work to do to remove it. What does the Bible say about the heart? You're going to want to hear this. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/mtEFY51zuKIChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: I Could Never Forgive That Person

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 25:55


    Listen with us as we talk about the common lie: I could never forgive that person! John Gunter talks about how an unforgiving spirit manages to harm our own selves and put distance between us and God. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/GiD7rUHGR4YChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: God Just Wants Me To Be Happy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 21:17


    This week we talk about the common lie: "God just wants me to be happy." What does scripture say about your happiness? John Gunter discusses the differences in happiness and godly joy. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/XXo3D6a_UYIChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: God Gained Another Angel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 23:32 Transcription Available


    This week John Gunter talks about lie number two: God Gained Another Angel. Do we really turn into angels when we die, or have we allowed popular culture to influence our understanding of the afterlife?YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/1FfwLZfV8z0Church Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    9 Common Lies: God Won't Give Me More Than I Can Handle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 22:25 Transcription Available


    In week one of this "9 Common Lies" series, John Gunter talks about the statement: God won't give you more than you can handle. Is this really what God promises you? Let's talk about it with the word of God open. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/V8J27ZL4eicChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    Mother's Day 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 16:21 Transcription Available


    Mother's Day Sermon 2024YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/dbytwAOrTk0Church Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    Be Salty III

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 25:39 Transcription Available


    John Gunter challenges us to live out our identity in Christ. Jesus often saw conflict just by sticking to the mission. John says this should not keep us from doing the right thing. YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/XbjCfp2u3rMChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

    Be Salty II

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 23:26 Transcription Available


    This week John Gunter challenges us to be the people Christ has called us to be. What is salt if it loses its saltiness?YouTube video of this sermonhttps://youtu.be/WbrxmUoAe9gChurch Websitehttps://www.eaglechurchofchrist.com Givehttps://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/eaglecommcocFacebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/eaglecommunitychurchofchrist 

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