Fairview Church of Christ

Mark 8:22-26 records a strange miracle; Jesus healed a blind man in two distinct steps. Did Jesus fail? Or was He trying to make a greater point? In this lesson, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines the miracle in context to discover what it reveals about a spiritual reality.

When we read the four gospel accounts of the earthly life of Jesus Christ, we should take notice of how each writer highlights, honors, and values women. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks into some of the valuable women in the life of our Lord.

Mark 6: 7-13. When we think of evangelism, we often think of “personal” evangelism. However, the New Testament also speaks of “team” evangelism. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers three Biblical thoughts about team evangelism.

Psalms 123 and 124. These two Songs of Ascents urge us to recognize our deep need for a reliance on God. The authors address the struggles we face, yet they also illuminate the profound joys and blessings that come from being members of His holy people. In this study, Evangelists Jacob Holman and Gavin Williams examine how these psalms remind us of the comfort and strength found in our faith and the joys and blessings of being a part of the cherished spiritual family of God.

Peter offers some valuable advice in 1 Peter 4 about keeping one's priorities straight in the chaotic world in which we live. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines what Peter says our priorities as Christians should be.

Psalm 103. David understood his need for forgiveness and felt the joy of God's radical forgiveness firsthand. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams looks at Psalm 103, a song where David describes the immense scope of God's power to forgive sin.

God's word is applicable and relevant to every season of life, and certainly so for those who are young. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at four Bible verses that young people should know and use as they experience this time in life.

Romans 6:1-14. Whether one is a new convert to Christ, an old disciple of His, or outside of a relationship with Him, there are truths for everyone in Romans 6. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at Romans to see what Paul wrote about being a new creation in Christ.

Luke 7:1-17 shows us two stories about Jesus' power in the stories of the healing of a Centurion's servant and the raising from the dead of a widow's only son. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines how these two stories prove that Jesus is God and that God is love.

1 Corinthians 3:5-9. Though we may often think about the work that God has given Elders to do, how often do we think about the work that He has given us to do in helping our Elders? In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at two ways in which God desires us to work with our Elders.

Psalm 120. In this song of ascent, one man struggles with the violence and deceit in the world around him. In this study, Evangelists Gavin Williams and Jacob Holman explore how man longs for something better that only God can bring.

Luke 12:13-34. While Jesus was teaching, a man brought up a problem. His brother refused to share their inheritance. Instead of helping the situation, Jesus warned against greed in great detail. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines Jesus' response to the inheritance issue to learn how to find our priorities in a materialistic world.

Isaiah 6. In an incredible scene within the Heavenly throne room, God is searching for someone to complete a task for Him. Without hesitation, Isaiah steps forward to volunteer. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines how we can emulate a servant's heart like Isaiah.

Amos 7-9. We conclude our study of the book of the minor prophet Amos by looking at the final message to Israel: “The end has come for My people” and the five visions of coming punishment for Israel. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman focuses on an application for Christians today from the book of Amos.

Amos 4-6. Our study of the Old Testament book of Amos continues. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers God's admonition to His people of old when He said, "Woe to those at ease in Zion," and looks at how that applies to us today.

Amos 1-3. Our series on the Minor Prophets continues with a look at Amos, a sheepherder who prophesied during a time of prosperity and peace; however, the people were spiritually impoverished. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines the opening words of Amos, "The Lord roars from Zion," and explores their applications for us today.

Throughout the New Testament, Paul frequently emphasized in his letters the concept of being spiritual "fellows" in Jesus Christ. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman three some spiritual relationships we share in Jesus.

Matthew 27:15-31. For a brief moment, Barabbas, a notorious prisoner, takes center stage in the Gospel story. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines what the Barabbas story reveals about who Jesus is and why we need Him today.

Acts 16:25-34. In Acts 16, we read of an intriguing account of two prisoners helping a jailer and his household find Jesus. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines the account of the conversion of the Philippian Jailer to help motivate those outside of Christ to follow Him and to encourage and motivate those in Christ to help others find Him.

Luke 7:36-50. At a dinner party, a sinful woman makes a scene. Yet, at the end of the story, Jesus praises her for the faith she has in Him. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams uncovers what this woman understood about Jesus.

A psalm of ascent (or Song of Ascent) was traditionally sung by Jewish pilgrims as they journeyed to Jerusalem for a major festival. The Song of Ascent in Psalm 129 focuses on the injustice of the world around us. In this study, Evangelists Jacob Holman and Gavin Williams look at how we can learn to worship God through the psalm.

I Cor. 3:21-4:7. Have you ever felt you are not doing enough? The reason for your insecurity is pride and ego. In this study, Evangelist JP Flores discusses why ego is the reason for our insecurity.

John 1:35-42. Peter was a bold and eloquent speaker at Pentecost. However, if it wasn't for his brother Andrew, Peter might have never come to Jesus. There are only a few references to Andrew in the Bible, who lived in the shadow of his brother Peter. In this study, Evangelist Timothy Ruffin looks at the underappreciated and unheard Andrew who valued the small things.

Mark 16:15. Although we know the instruction of Jesus to "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation," although simple to understand, it is often difficult to do. In this first of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman identifies some of the common obstacles we experience in evangelism.

Acts 4:29-31. Following Jesus' command to "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation" can be challenging to do. In this second of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines some of the ways we can overcome some common obstacles to following the instructions of Jesus.

This is the first in our congregational theme studies for 2025. This year, the theme is "Lives of Worship," and we begin by looking at Psalms 133-134 – two of the Psalms of Ascent. This study by Evangelists Jacob Holman and Gavin Williams delves into how Psalms 133 and 134 describe the blessedness of united, "together" worship of God.

Psalm 73. In this psalm, Asaph, a faithful believer, seeks to answer how God can be good if there is so much injustice in the world. This study by Gavin Williams takes a closer look at Psalm 73 and how Asaph concludes: "it is good to be near God."

1 Peter 4:7-11. Although the concept of stewardship has been largely forgotten in our current culture, Scripture says much about it. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers three Biblical truths of stewardship that can help us be "good stewards of the manifold grace of God."

Psalm 78. Since sin entered the world, God's word has been under assault. It continues today. God has charged parents to protect and prepare their children. This study by Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at the consequences if we don't teach our children about our faith and the truth.

Revelation 4-5. In this chapter, John is given a vision that shows the savior of the world arriving in the throne room of God. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams explores what this passage shows us about who Jesus is and what role that has in our lives today.

The Old Testament prophet, Micah, was contemporary with Isaiah and Hosea. We read the book for an overview of Micah's writings and their stern message of judgment. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines Micah's main message, the steadfast love of God, and the context in which the book was written.

The Old Testament prophet Micah harshly denounced the corruption and injustice of the leaders in Judah and warned them of impending divine judgment and destruction of Jerusalem if they did not repent. This study by Evangelist Gavin Williams examines the book of Micah and how it shows God's desire to give all people hope despite the evil in the world.

2 Thessalonians 1:1-4. Fairview currently has a lot of spiritual momentum, which is great. But where do we go from here, and how do we keep it going? What dangers lie ahead? With those questions in mind, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at spiritual momentum in this study.

We continue with our Q&A series. This study answers: “Are we "watchmen" today?" "Did Jesus give the disciples the power to forgive sin?" and "What are angels for?" In this study, Evangelists Jacob Holman and Gavin Williams answer more Bible questions.

Psalm 1 lays out the purpose of the book of Psalms. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines how the Psalms guide us toward a blessed life lived in the love and wisdom of God.

A preview of some of the work Fairview will undertake in 2025 and a renewal of our focus on Fairview's family mission. In this study, Evangelists Jacob Holman and Gavin Williams discuss some of the work Fairview will undertake together for 2025 and our goal: "To make our faith and love for God fundamental to every aspect of our daily lives."

At the beginning of a new year, some people make New Year's resolutions. These resolutions are essentially commitments to improve or change habits. In the second of this two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman continues to examine our spiritual commitment for the new year.

Many individuals make New Year's resolutions at the beginning of a new year. These resolutions are essentially commitments to improve or change habits. In the first of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman begins 2025 by examining our spiritual commitment for the new year.

Hebrews 2:10-18. The death of Jesus represented the turning of mankind. Through His suffering Jesus died and was resurrected to change us. In this study, Evangelist Tim Copeland examines four reasons Jesus had to die to demonstrate God's love for mankind.

The early church suffered persecution, yet the church survived and grew. What was so compelling about the Gospel message then and now? In this study, Evangelist Tim Copeland looks at the distinguishing features of the message that was so appealing.

Although we don't typically like end-of-year reviews and final exams, they serve a useful purpose. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines our individual and collective selves to see how well we have done with our congregational theme of "Growing Together" this past year.

Psalm 90. Though our life on earth is brief, our God is eternal. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers what Moses wrote in Psalm 90 about the God who is "from everlasting to everlasting."

Mark's fourth and fifth chapters contain several stories about events in the life of Jesus. We examine three that demonstrate Jesus' power over life and death, as well as Heaven and Earth. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams seeks to answer the question: What do we do with Jesus in our life?

Sometimes we try to separate the love and justice of God. The book of Zephaniah shows us that even God's justice springs out of His love for us. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams provides an overview of the message of the Old Testament book of Zephaniah.

While the Old Testament book of Zephaniah contains warnings for God's people and the world, it also contains promises to those who humbly seek Him. As we continue our study of the Minor Prophets, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at Zephaniah and considers how to seek God humbly today.

Ephesians 5:22-23. Although our world mocks, misunderstands, redefines, and relegates marriage to a place of little or no significance, God holds marriage in high esteem. In this second of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman further explores Paul's writings about marriage in Ephesians 5 to help us understand our Father's will for marriage.

Ephesians 5:22-23. Although our world may mock, misunderstand, redefine, and relegate marriage to a place of little or no significance, God holds marriage in high regard. In this first part of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman explores Paul's writings about marriage in Ephesians 5 to help us understand our Father's will for marriage.

In Romans 15, Paul urged all Christians to sacrifice anything that would hinder the church's unity in Christ. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines the profound ways in which Paul highlights Jesus's remarkable example of sacrifice.

In Jeremiah 36, we read of King Jehoiakim silencing and destroying the word of God spoken by Jeremiah in a shocking show of disrespect for God and His word. In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams seeks to see how Jehoiakim got to that point and how we can avoid the same fate in our lives.

1 Thessalonians 5:12-22. Every church contains people at various places in their walk with Jesus. How do we interact with them? How do we relate to them? In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at four instructions Paul gave to the church in Thessalonica to help us see that all brethren are beloved and not bothersome.

The immensity of heavenly love can leave us feeling humbled and overwhelmed as we try to grasp its infinite nature. Its beauty is profound, its depth is awe-inspiring, its majesty is undeniable, and its vastness is breathtaking. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman explores four profound truths about God's heavenly love and reflects on how we can embody this love in our everyday interactions and choices.