Life on the West Side

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "The Good Shepherd." This sermon is the eighth installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 23 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 2, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "Psalms of a Good God." This sermon is the seventh installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Luke 1:46-79 & Psalm 118:25-26 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on October 26, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "Praying on the Way to Gethsemane." This sermon is the sixth installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 88 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on October 19, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "Singing Through Christ." This sermon is the fifth installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 145 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on October 12, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Christopher Ash, “4 Psalms You Didn't Realize Point to Christ,” Crossway. July 8, 2024. I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "When Psalms Call For Doom." This sermon is the fourth installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalms 109 & 137 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on October 5, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Christopher Ash, “4 Psalms You Didn't Realize Point to Christ,” Crossway. July 8, 2024. Jason Byassee, Psalms 101-150, Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible. On Psalm 109.L. Michael Morales, “Jesus and the Psalms,” Gospel Coalition April 11, 2011. Timothy Shorey, “Seeing Christ in the Psalms.” From My Youth Resources.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "All Creation Sings." This sermon is the third installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 103 & 104 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on September 28, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Christopher Ash, “4 Psalms You Didn't Realize Point to Christ,” Crossway. July 8, 2024.  Dr. Richard Belcher, “Is Every Psalm about Christ?” Nov 12, 2024.  J. Ligon Duncan III, “Christ in the Psalms,” Modern Reformation Nov/Dec 2002. Blog post given Wed, Jun 6, 2007.  Jim McGuiggan, “The Broken Snare & Freedom,” Spending Time With Jim (Oct 2016). Rev. Dr. Nick McRae, “Seeing Christ in the Psalms,” Blog (March 8, 2021). L. Michael Morales, “Jesus and the Psalms,” Gospel Coalition April 11, 2011.Timothy Shorey, “Seeing Christ in the Psalms.” From My Youth Resources.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "Psalms for a Cross." This sermon is the second installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 22 & 31 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on September 21, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Ellen T. Charry, Psalms 1-50, Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible, on Psalm 31.Travis Johnson, “Seeing Christ in Psalm 31: God Is Enough.” Joly Joys. March 20, 2024.Hannah Buchholz, "Jesus' Last Words, Psalm 31 & Psalm 22." I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "Looking for Jesus." This sermon is the first installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 124:1-8 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on September 14, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Christopher Ash, “4 Psalms You Didn't Realize Point to Christ,” Crossway. July 8, 2024. Dr. Richard Belcher, “Is Every Psalm about Christ?” Nov 12, 2024. J. Ligon Duncan III, “Christ in the Psalms,” Modern Reformation Nov/Dec 2002. Blog post given Wed, Jun 6, 2007. Jim McGuiggan, “The Broken Snare & Freedom,” Spending Time With Jim (Oct 2016). Rev. Dr. Nick McRae, “Seeing Christ in the Psalms,” Blog (March 8, 2021). L. Michael Morales, “Jesus and the Psalms,” Gospel Coalition April 11, 2011.Timothy Shorey, “Seeing Christ in the Psalms.” From My Youth Resources.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

There is something special about the house of the Lord. Raising your children up in the nurture and training of Jesus involves the community of God's people. Learn how and why bringing up children in church is beneficial.The sermon today is titled "Children in the House of the Lord." This is a stand-alone sermon. The Scripture reading is from Psalm 92:13 (KJV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) during our "Baby Dedication Sunday" on February 1, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Families and Relationships.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

There's not a friend like Jesus. I hope you will come to know him for yourself.The sermon today is titled "Meet My Friend Jesus." This is a stand-alone sermon. The Scripture reading is from Matthew 12:15-21 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) during our "Family and Friends Day" on October 19, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):The introduction about no friend like Jesus is inspired by a 1978 sermon by Jim McGuiggan. I do not know the title or location.The "bruised reed and smoldering wick" prose is borrowed, adapted, and extended from Max Lucado, He Still Moves Stones (Dallas: Word Publishing, 1993).Elton Trueblood, Confronting Christ (Waco, TX: Word Books, 1960).Philip Yancey, The Jesus I Never Knew (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1995).I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Imagine If You Were Left-Handed. It's not hard to imagine. Now...what if society favored right-handed people? Let this parable remind us of a not-so-distant past, and let it open our hearts to loving our neighbor as ourselves.The sermon today is titled "The Right Handed League." This is a stand-alone sermon. The Scripture reading is from Micah 6:8 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on August 24, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under SERVE: Making A Difference.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Christians love their neighbors as themselves. One way is by serving and identifying with the poor and lowly. Join us as we consider the fifth of 5 defining characteristics of the early church that made them distinct and definable.The sermon today is titled "Honoring Our Union." This sermon is the fifth installment in our sub-series "How Will They Know Us" and the thirteenth in our larger series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from John 13:35 and Isaiah 58:6-10 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 26, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Christians love their neighbors as themselves. One way is by respecting bodies and commitments, seen in the Christian covenant of purity, fidelity, and monogamy. Join us as we consider the fourth of 5 defining characteristics of the early church that made them distinct and definable.The sermon today is titled "Honoring Our Union." This sermon is the fourth installment in our sub-series "How Will They Know Us" and the twelfth in our larger series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from John 13:35 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 19, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Mary Harrington, “Normophobia,” First Things (April 2024). Suetonius, Life of Nero, 26-31. Maggie Gallagher, “Why Marriage Is Good For You,” City Journal (Autumn 2000). Wesley Hill, Washed & Waiting: Reflections on Christian Faithfulness & Homosexuality (Zondervan, 2010).Luke Timothy Johnson, "Homosexuality and the Church: Scripture & Experience," Commonweal, June 11, 2007.Preston Sprinkle, Living in a Gray World: A Christian Teen's Guide to Understanding Homosexuality (Zondervan, 2015).Preston Sprinkle, Embodied: Transgender Identities, the Church & What the Bible Has To Say (David C Cook, 2021).Keith D. Stanglin, “Christian Moral Reasoning and the Question of Homosexual Practice,” Journal of Christian Studies 1/2: “Sexuality and Marriage” (May 2022): 65-80.Louise Perry, "We Are Repaganizing," First Things, Oct 1, 2023.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Christians love their neighbors as themselves. One way is by promoting the peace, loving our enemies as ourselves. Join us as we consider the third of 5 defining characteristics of the early church that made them distinct and definable.The sermon today is titled "Practicing The Peace." This sermon is the third installment in our sub-series "How Will They Know Us" and the eleventh in our larger series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from John 13:35 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 12, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!

Christians love their neighbors as themselves. One way is by welcoming the stranger, which makes the church the society of equal outsiders. Join us as we consider the second of 5 defining characteristics of the early church that made them distinct and definable.The sermon today is titled "Welcoming The Stranger." This sermon is the second installment in our sub-series "How Will They Know Us" and the tenth in our larger series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from John 13:35 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 5, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Tim Keller, "Hospitality," Series: Practicing The Christian Life. Sermon, Redeemer Presbyterian Church, June 8, 2008.Tim Keller, "Why Does Anyone Become A Christian?" Bog post, Nov 11, 2016.Tim Keller, "Multi-Ethnicity and Mission," The Ministry Collaborative, May 3, 2016.Tim Keller, "Redeemer Report: The Early Christian 'Social Project.'" 2017.Sam Wells, "The Naked Truth," Sermon Duke Divinity Chapel. Nov 23, 2008. Jan Johnson, "Welcoming The Stranger: Living Out God's Soul Stretching Love." Conversatio. Matt Heerema, "Welcoming The Stranger." Sermon. Stonebrook Church. Brookings Institute and US Census Bureau Projections.Foy E. Wallace, Jr., "Negro Meetings for White People." Bible Banner, March 1941.Ezra Lazarus, "The New Colossus" (1883).Commentaries include Keener (Acts), Painter (3rd John; Sacra Pagina), Jobes (3rd John; Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Christians love their neighbors as themselves. One way is by valuing the vulnerable, which means Christians value life from womb to tomb. Join us as we consider the first of 5 defining characteristics of the early church that made them distinct and definable.The sermon today is titled "Valuing The Vulnerable." This sermon is the first installment in our sub-series "How Will They Know Us" and the ninth in our larger series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from John 13:35 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on June 28, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Michael Gorman, "Ahead to our Past: Abortion and Christian Texts," in On Moral Medicine.Tim Keller, "5 Features That Made The Early Church Unique," Gospel Coalition.Richard Hays, The Moral Vision of the New Testament.Larry Hurtado, "Why On Earth Did Anyone Become A Christian In The First Three Centuries?" Marquette Lecture in Theology, 2016.Brad East, "Why Christians Oppose Euthanasia," Christianity Today.Stanley Hauerwas, "Try Some Courage," The Table Podcast.Louise Perry, "We Are Repaganizing," First Things.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead. We believe in the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Join us as we consider the sixth of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Called To One Hope." This sermon is the eighth installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from 1 Peter 1:3 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on June 21, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Hopeful Renewal, INSTILL: Core Texts and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

We believe in one Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life. Join us as we consider the sixth of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Indwelled By One Spirit." This sermon is the seventh installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from Romans 8:9-11 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on June 14, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Faithful Presence, INSTILL: Core Texts and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

The church universal affirms one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. Join us as we consider the fifth of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Sharing In One Baptism." This sermon is the sixth installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from 1 Peter 3:21 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on June 7, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Joyful Response,  INSTILL: Core Texts and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What do Christians mean when they affirm one, holy, universal, apostolic church, and the communion of saints? Join us as we consider the fourth of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Belonging to One Body." This sermon is the fifth installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from 1 Corinthians 1:2 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on May 31, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under  INSTILL: Core Texts, DISCOVER: A New Community, and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.Sam Wells, "One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic." Sermon in Duke Divinity Chapel, May 23, 2010.Tupperware Illustration: David Platt, "What Makes the Body of Christ Beautiful." Sermon.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

We share one faith. What is that one faith? How do we articulate the gospel? Join us as we consider the third of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Rooted In One Faith." This sermon is the fourth installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from 1 Corinthians  (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Memorial Day and Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Gracious Gospel, INSTILL: Core Texts, and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.Andrew Davison, "He Ascended Into Heaven," In The God We Proclaim: Sermons on the Apostles' Creed, ed. John Hughes & Andrew Davison (Wipf & Stock, 2017).I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

"I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only son, our Lord." What does this mean? Join us as we consider the second of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Following One Lord." This sermon is the third installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from Philippians 2:5-11 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Mother's Day, May 17, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ, INSTILL: Core Texts, and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Gavin Ortlund, Finding The Right Hills To Die On.Chad Ragsdale, Christian Convictions.Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.Janet Soskice, "And in Jesus Christ, His Only Son, Our Lord," In The God We Proclaim: Sermons on the Apostles' Creed, ed. John Hughes & Andrew Davison (Wipf & Stock, 2017).On Philippians 2 as an early Christian hymn, see Ralph P. Martin, Carmen Christi, or any of his three commentaries on Philippians.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

"I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth." What does this mean? Join us as we consider the first of 7 core beliefs of the Christian faith.The sermon today is titled "Loving One God." This sermon is the second installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from Mark 12:28-34 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Mother's Day, May 10, 2026. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Good God, INSTILL: Core Texts, and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Gavin Ortlund, Finding The Right Hills To Die On.Chad Ragsdale, Christian Convictions.Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

In a world full of competing messages, and with a church divided over competing claims, how do I know what matters most? What are the right hills to die on?The sermon today is titled "Finding The Right Hills To Die On." This sermon is the first installment in our series "First Things First." The Scripture reading is from Ephesians 4:1-6 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on May 3, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under INSTILL: Core Texts and LEARN: Introduction to Theology.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Gavin Ortlund, Finding The Right Hills To Die On.Chad Ragsdale, Christian Convictions.Michael F. Bird, What Christians Ought To Believe.Ben Myers, The Apostle's Creed.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

My story is not glamorous. But how can my simple, personal, Christ-centered testimony make any difference? Join us as we wrap up exploring the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "How And Why Should I Tell Others?" This sermon is the tenth installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 3:1-10 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on April 26, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under SERVE: Announcing the Kingdom.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.Thank you to Rick Atchley for sharing the story about Stanley Shipp and Milton Jones.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

How does ChatGPT read the Bible? In this lesson, I ask AI to read Acts, and find a very similar reading to how I have understood the book all of my life. Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "How Can I Become A Jesus Follower?" This sermon is the ninth installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from Acts 16:25-34 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Sunday, April 19, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Joyful Response.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):ChatGPTI'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

How can my future be better? What does repentance bring? How can the Spirit of God give me a brand new life? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "How Can I Make The Most of the Rest of My Life?" This sermon is the seventh installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from Romans 12:1-2 and Titus 2:11-14 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under DISCOVER: A New Identity.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.Max Lucado, Six Hours One Friday.Tim Keller, "What Is The Gospel?" Sermon Sep 12, 2003.Frederic & Mary Ann Brussat, "Regarding Henry." Film Review.James Bryan Smith, The Good and Beautiful You.Tim Keller, Center Church.Sponge illustration: Monte Cox, "The Just Try Harder Heresy." Sermon.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Christians believe in the Resurrection. But did it happen? Let us assess 6 historical claims and reason to the best explanation. Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "Did Jesus Rise?" This sermon is the seventh installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from John 20:1-9 and 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ and LEARN: Christian Doctrine.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.N. T. Wright, The Resurrection of the Son of God (Fortress Press).For more on historical claims and the resurrection, see espeically William Lane Craig and Gary Habermas.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Evil is real. But what can be done about it? How can I resist it? Does it make a difference that the Holy Spirit lives within me? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "How Can I Resist Evil?" This sermon is the sixth installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from James 4:7-8 and 1 Peter 5:6-11 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on March 29, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Relinquishing Our Idols.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Does God really lead me? How do I know the Spirit is guiding me? Will He show me where to go, or will He go with me wherever I go? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "How Can God Guide Me?" This sermon is the fifth installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from Romans 8:14 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on March 22, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Faithful Presence.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.Randy Harris, "The Spirit: Revealing & Reminding." Lipscomb University, 2019.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

How can a normal person feel assurance? How can I know Jesus is my Savior, I am one with him, and the abundant life is truly mine? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "How Can I Have Faith?" This sermon is the fourth installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on March 8, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Dealing with Faith and Doubt.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Who would anyone want to kill Jesus? What is the historical answer? What is the theological answer? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "Why Did Jesus Die?" This sermon is the third installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from Galatians 2:20 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on February 22, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Who Is Jesus Christ? Who is the Jesus of history? Who is the Jesus of the Gospels? Who is Jesus...to you? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "Who Is Jesus?" This sermon is the second installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from John 6:35 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on February 15, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):See the Alpha Course Guide for more.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Is this all there is? What if I told you the God I see in Jesus Christ offers the answers to your deepest longings? Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.The sermon today is titled "Is There More To Life Than This?" This sermon is the first installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from John 14:6 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on February 8, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Satisfying Faith.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Kandinsky, Composition VIISongs: Peggy Lee, "Is That All There Is?" (1969); Green Day, "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" (2004); Harry Styles, "Sign of the Times" (2017).NYT: Average suicide rate rose 35% at the turn of the century.Jim Carrey quote: Everyone should get rich and famous.C. S. Lewis quote: If Christianity is true.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Are we ready for when outsiders start coming in? This is part of a year-long focus on the heart of the Christian faith so that we can share with our neighbors the faith of a Christian heart.The sermon today is titled "What Outsiders Need To Hear." This sermon is the second third and final installment in our series "Back To The Basics." The Scripture reading is from 1 Corinthians 14:22-25 and Acts 15:19 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on January 18, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under SERVE: Announcing The Kingdom.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):For background on 1 Cor 14 and the unbeliever, see especially:C. K. Barrett, The First Epistle to the Corinthians. Harper's New Testament Commentaries, 1968.Craig L. Blomberg, 1 Corinthians. NIV Application Commentary.David E. Garland, 1 Corinthians. Baker Exegetical Commentary on the NT. Paul Gardner, 1 Corinthians. Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament.For material on creating a welcoming environment to the unchurched, see the following:Andy Stanley, Deep & Wide: Creating Churches Unchurched People Love to Attend (Zondervan, 2012, 2016).Jonathan Storment, “Local Church Outreach.” Dear Church Podcast with Chris McCurley, Episode #254. Matt Chandler, “Preaching to the Unchurched,” New Churches Nov 17, 2023.Matt Smethurst, “How To Become an Evangelist: 7 Ways To Be Evangelism Ready.” The Gospel Coalition. August 4, 2021.  Thom Rainer Interview. “Is This the Real Difference Between Growing and Declining Churches? Thom Rainer on What Reaches The Anxious Generation.” Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast, Episode 765. Shauna Pilgreen interview. Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast, Episode 640.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Compassion, Civility, Conviction, and Courage. Then...start to speak! This is part of a year-long focus on the heart of the Christian faith so that we can share with our neighbors the faith of a Christian heart.The sermon today is titled "What Insiders Need To Know." This sermon is the second installment in our series "Back To The Basics." The Scripture reading is from John 4:27-39 and John 9:25 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on January 11, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under SERVE: Announcing The Kingdom.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Greg Laurie, “Evangelism Jesus-Style: Winning Hearts for Christ.” A New Beginning Podcast. Dec 26, 2025.  Jonathan Storment, “Show and Tell: Let Your Life Speak.” Pleasant Valley Church of Christ. May 18, 2025. Matt Smethurst, “How To Become an Evangelist: 7 Ways To Be Evangelism Ready.” The Gospel Coalition. August 4, 2021. Rick Atchley, “What One Thing Can You Share?” The Hills Church. January 13,2025.Nightbirde Music, “America's Got Talent—Nightbirde ‘It's OK' Golden Buzzer Performance.” Performed in 2021. Posted July 3, 2025.Talent Recap, “Nightbirde Tribute Choir Makes Simon Cowell CRY on AGT 2023!,” June 5, 2023.  I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What if we went about "gospeling" as a way of life--the Jesus way? This is part of a year-long focus on the heart of the Christian faith so that we can share with our neighbors the faith of a Christian heart.The sermon today is titled "Evangelism And The Jesus Method." This sermon is the first installment in our series "Back To The Basics." The Scripture reading is from Matthew 4:23-25. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on January 4, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under SERVE: Announcing The Kingdom.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):For Barna and Lifeway survey results, see Jonathan Storment, "Show & Tell: The Lord Will Call." May 11, 2025. Pleasant Valley Church, Little Rock, AR.For the 80% return rate on inviting someone to lunch after church, see Thom Rainer interview. "The Real Difference Between Growing and Declining Churches: Thom Rainer on What Reaches The Anxious Generation." The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast. Nov 6, 2025.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Our King has come, is coming, and will come again. What does it mean to think of Jesus as "our coming King"? In this first lesson of the series, I ask us to consider the conversations before creation.The sermon today is titled "The Return of the King." This sermon is the third installment in our series "The Coming King." The Scripture reading is from Daniel 7:9-14 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on December 21, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):J. R. R. Tolkein, The Return of the KingN. T. Wright, When God Became KingN. T. Wright, The Old Testament & The People of GodN. T. Wright, Jesus & The Victory of GodI'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Our King has come, is coming, and will come again. What does it mean to think of Jesus as "our coming King"? In this first lesson of the series, I ask us to consider the conversations before creation.The sermon today is titled "Old Testament Promises." This sermon is the second installment in our series "The Coming King." The Scripture reading is from Isaiah 11:1-10. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on December 14, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Andrew T. Abernathy & Gregory Goswell, God's Messiah in the Old Testament: Expectations of a Coming King.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Our King has come, is coming, and will come again. What does it mean to think of Jesus as "our coming King"? In this first lesson of the series, I ask us to consider the conversations before creation.The sermon today is titled "Before All Worlds." This sermon is the first installment in our series "The Coming King." The Scripture reading is from John 17:4-5 & Ephesians 1:4-5. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on December 7, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Augustine, Confessions 11:12.Mark D. Roberts, Ephesians (Story of God Commentary Series)Joseph Mangina, Revelation (Brazos Theological Commentary Series)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What can I learn from the story of Joseph? That God gives hope, wisdom, forgiveness, and family.The sermon today is titled "God Gives Family." This sermon is the fourth installment in the series "Joseph's Journey." The Scripture reading is from Genesis 46-50. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on August 17, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Biblical Studies.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Walter Brueggeman, Genesis (Interpretation Commentary Series)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What can I learn from the story of Joseph? That God gives hope, wisdom, forgiveness, and family.The sermon today is titled "God Gives Forgiveness." This sermon is the third installment in the series "Joseph's Journey." The Scripture reading is from Genesis 42:6-44:34. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on August 3, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Biblical Studies.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Walter Brueggeman, Genesis (Interpretation Commentary Series)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What can I learn from the story of Joseph? That God gives hope, wisdom, forgiveness, and family.The sermon today is titled "God Gives Wisdom." This sermon is the second installment in the series "Joseph's Journey." The Scripture reading is from Genesis 41:1-57. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 27, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Biblical Studies.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Walter Brueggeman, Genesis (Interpretation Commentary Series)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

What can I learn from the story of Joseph? That God gives hope, wisdom, forgiveness, and family.The sermon today is titled "God Gives Hope." This sermon is the first installment in the series "Joseph's Journey." The Scripture reading is from Genesis 39:20-40:23. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on July 20, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Biblical Studies.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Walter Brueggeman, Genesis (Interpretation Commentary Series)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

How do I come alongside a loved one who is deconstructing their faith? Is breaking down a faith system all bad, or always bad? Is there hope through it all?The sermon today is titled "Deconstructing Faith." This sermon is the fifth installment in our recurring series "The Struggles We Face." The Scripture reading is from Jude 21-22. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 30, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Dealing with Struggles and Suffering.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Ian Harber, Walking Through Deconstruction (InterVarsity 2025).I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

How do I face bitterness and resentment? Can bitterness be replaced with blessing? The author of Hebrews answers "yes," and points us to the grace of God.The sermon today is titled "Bitterness & Resentment." This sermon is the fourth installment in our recurring series "The Struggles We Face." The Scripture reading is from Hebrews 12:14-15. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 23, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Dealing with Struggles and Suffering.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Adrian Rogers, "Root of Bitterness." Video and outline.Rick Atchley, "Forgiveness Is A Must." The Hills Church.David Jeremiah, "Slaying the Giant of Resentment."Chris Beall, "When Bitterness Takes Over." Life Church.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

How do I face pain and suffering? What does a Christian say when confronted with the problem of evil? It seems to me that the problem of pain, evil, and suffering is a problem for everyone; but the Christian has a story that allows the glory of God to be revealed through it all. It is called the cross.The sermon today is titled "Pain & Suffering." This sermon is the third installment in our recurring series "The Struggles We Face." (Part 1 and Part 2 deal with estranged children). The Scripture reading is from 1 Peter 4:12-13 and Hebrews 9:14. Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 2, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Dealing with Struggles and Suffering.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):C. S. Lewis, A Grief ObservedC. S. Lewis, Screwtape LettersAlvin Plantinga's "Free Will Defense"Tim Keller, "Evil and Suffering." Sermon. Feb 4, 2001.William Lane Craig. "The Problem of Evil." Defenders Podcast.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

If your religious heritage is associated with the American Restoration Movement, have you ever wondered what makes us who we are? Our DNA betrays us. In this final of a 3-part series, we examine the freedom fount in the restoration movement, as expressed in Churches of Christ.The sermon today is titled "The Freedom Fount." This sermon is the last installment in our series "Churches of Christ: Understanding Our Story." Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on April 13, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian History.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

If your religious heritage is associated with the American Restoration Movement, have you ever wondered what makes us who we are? Our DNA betrays us. In this second of a 3-part series, we examine the purity stream of the restoration movement, as expressed in Churches of Christ.The sermon today is titled "The Purity Stream." This sermon is the second installment in our series "Churches of Christ: Understanding Our Story." Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on April 6, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian History.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Walter Scott, The Gospel Restored (1836)J W Shepherd, The Church, The Falling Away, and the Restoration.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

If your religious heritage is associated with the American Restoration Movement, have you ever wondered what makes us who we are? Our DNA betrays us. In this first of a 3-part series, we examine the unity stream of the restoration movement, as expressed in Churches of Christ.The sermon today is titled "The Unity Stream." This sermon is the first installment in our series "Churches of Christ: Understanding Our Story." Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on March 30, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian History.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Last Will & Testament of the Springfield Presbytery (1804).T. B. Larimore, quoted in Larimore & His Boys.F. D. Srygley, Gospel Advocate (1890's).G. C. Brewer, Foundation Facts and Primary Principles (1949).I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Unity. It was the prayer of Jesus. It is the sign of our identity. It is the proof of our Savior's presence. All will know we are Christ's disciples by how we treat one another. For we are one in Christ Jesus. In this three-part series, we explore the blessings, basis, and barriers to maintaining the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.The sermon today is titled "Barriers To Unity." This sermon is the third and last installment in our series "One In Christ." The Scripture reading is from Galatians 3:26-28 (NIV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on October 12, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under SERVE: Announcing The Kingdom.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Alan Jacobs, How To Think (Currency, 2017).Susan Harding, "Representing Fundamentalism: The Problem of the Repugnant Cultural Other." Social Research 58/2 (Summer 1991): 373-93.Scott Alexander, "I Can Tolerate Anything Except The Outgroup." Sep 30, 2014.On "Conscience Fellowship," See F. LaGard Smith, Who Is My Brother?, Chapter 8.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.