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We'll do our best to give you a prompt, book-chapter-verse answer. - [Calendar](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/calendar/) - [What to Expect](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/what-to-expect/) - Our Worship Services "...a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”" John 4:23-24 In this one passage, - [Staff & Leaders](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people-profiles/) - [Sermon Topics](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons-articles/topics/) - [Sermon Speakers](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons-articles/speakers/) - [Sermon Series](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons-articles/series/) - [Sermon Dates](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons-articles/dates/) - [Sermon Books](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons-articles/books/) ## Sermons - [When The World Hates You](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/when-the-world-hates-you/) - Jesus said to his disciples, “If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you” (John - [The Gospel: The Means By Which The Holy Spirit Calls](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-gospel-the-means-by-which-the-holy-spirit-calls/) - The influence of John Calvin has permeated most denominations. Calvin taught that God determines every human act. He believed man is so depraved he would never choose God; thus God, not man, chooses who will go to heaven and who will go to hell. Calvin said, “it depends on nothing else but on God alone, - [Is Once Enough?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/is-once-enough/) - Of course, it depends. If one has reference to the offering of Jesus, once was enough. The writer of Hebrews said, "And every priest standeth daily ministering and offering oftentimes the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins: But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on - [Pursue Peace](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/pursue-peace/) - Abraham’s herdsmen and Lot’s herdsmen had a conflict over grassland available for the livestock. Abraham said to Lot, “Let there be no strife, I pray thee, between me and thee, and between my herdmen and thy herdmen; for we be brethren” (Gen. 13:8). Even though Abraham, through his seniority, could have claimed his rights to - [Jesus, Judgment, and the Last Day](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/jesus-judgement-and-the-last-day/) - To the Pharisees who questioned Him at the feast of Tabernacles, Jesus said, “Ye judge after the flesh; I judge no man. And yet if I judge, my judgment is true: for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me” (John 8:15-16). Their carnal, fleshly standards of judging Jesus would never - [A Lesson From Livestock](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/a-lesson-from-livestock/) - A LESSON FROM LIVESTOCK Isaiah begins his prophecy with, “Hear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth: for the LORD hath spoken, I have nourished and brought up children, and they have rebelled against me. The ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master’s crib: but Israel doth not know, my - [The Gospel](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-gospel/) - The word gospel means good news. In a world of so much suffering, we all enjoy hearing good news. We rejoice with those who rejoice (Rom. 12:15) over getting married, the birth of a child, getting good test results, or being hired to a new job in a promising career. But the most important good - [Love Overcomes The Fear Of Evangelism](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/love-overcomes-the-fear-of-evangelism/) - Love is more powerful than fear. Mature love banishes fear (1 John 4:18). Paul came to Corinth and declared the gospel of Christ; some opposed and blasphemed while others believed and were baptized (Acts 18:1-8). “Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy - [A Down Syndrome Diagnosis and a Death Sentence](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/a-down-syndrome-diagnosis-and-a-death-sentence/) - Recently, a heated debate raged in response to a popular YouTuber’s public announcement that he and his wife terminated their pregnancy due to a prenatal diagnosis of Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome). Many critics of theirs have noted that false positives can occur, where babies have been born without Down syndrome after having been given a - [Rights, Righteousness, and God's Rightful Place](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/rights-righteousness-and-gods-rightful-place/) - As the United States of America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, let us be reminded of this important truth: “Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people” (Prov. 14:34). The Founders of this nation acknowledged God as the basis for our rights in the Declaration of Independence they signed - [Nothing To Joke About](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/nothing-to-joke-abo/) - By inspiration Peter foretold that scoffers (mockers) would come in this final age. These would poke fun at Jesus’ promise to come again, citing the long-standing constancy of the created order as purportedly proving the possibility of a final day as ridiculous. “Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking - [Exercising Self-Control](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/exercising-self-control/) - Just as a serious athlete exercises self-control in all things, Paul disciplined his body so that he would not be disqualified in the endurance race that leads to eternal life. He wrote: And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but - [Mediation and Intercession](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/mediation-and-intercession/) - When Job was suffering, he wanted to speak with God to get answers. Job had questions, but he also knew at a deeper level that God was just; there was no way a man could enter a legal dispute with God and win: “I know it is so of a truth: but how should - [The Crucified Life (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-crucified-life-sermon-slides/) - The Crucified Life (1)Download - [The Lord's Supper: The Memorial to Christ (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-lords-supper-the-memorial-to-christ-sermon-slides/) - The Lord's Supper (1)Download - [Contrasting Personalities In 3 John](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/contrasting-personalities-in-3-john/) - The shortest book in the Bible by word count is 3 John. It is a personal letter John wrote to Gaius to encourage him in the faith. Though it is small and tucked away toward the end of the New Testament, let us not neglect the great lessons it teaches. John’s epistles tie in with - [God's Guidelines For Clothing](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/gods-guidelines-for-clothing/) - This season is marked by school letting out and summer fun beginning. What often accompanies hot temperatures is immodest apparel. As Christians, how should we dress in public? The inspired apostle Paul wrote, “In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or - [The Goshorns: Spreading The Gospel In Peru](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-goshorns-spreading-the-gospel-in-peru/) - Jesus gave this commission to His disciples when He had risen from the dead: “All authority hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth. Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit: teaching them - [Mother's Wisdom](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/mothers-wisdom/) - The training parents give to a child in the early, formative years can be a profound influence throughout life. King Lemuel remembered the words which his mother taught him (Proverbs 31:1). His mother’s instructions would help him tremendously as a king to beware of evil women, who would draw him away from righteousness (Proverbs 31:2, - [The Gospel Of Christ](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-gospel-of-christ/) - The apostle Paul writing to the saints at Rome said, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.” (Rom. 1:16.) “It” refers back to “the gospel of Christ.” The word - [Introducing Brother Gale S. Nelson](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/introducing-brother-gale-s-nelson/) - I first met and heard brother Gale Nelson when he was on the Greater Midwest Lectureship in Dayton, Ohio, several years ago. He preaches for the Miami Gardens Church of Christ in Miami, Florida, and serves as one of the elders. Brother Nelson has a passion for preaching. He has spoken across the country in - [Abiding in Christ](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/abiding-in-christ/) - In John 15, Jesus describes Himself as the true vine and His disciples as branches. He instructs His disciples to abide in Him. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am - [Who Will Lead When We Are Gone?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/who-will-lead-when-we-are-gone/) - The period of Israel’s history immediately following the death of Moses was filled with transition. Israel had to make the transition to a new leader and go into a new land, trusting God would deliver the inhabitants of Canaan into their hands. With a man as great as Moses passing away, the nation of Israel - [Are You Too Sensitive?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/are-you-too-sensitive/) - There are many members of the church that have quit the church because someone hurt their feelings. There are others who still attend, but they are no longer active in the Lord’s work because someone hurt their feelings. These people feel they are justified for their actions because their feelings have been wounded. Surely this - [Philippians 2 (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/philippians-2-sermon-slides/) - Philippians 2Download - [What God Has Joined Together (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/what-god-has-joined-together-sermon-slides/) - What God Has Joined TogetherDownload - [The Resurrection and the Promised Messiah](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-resurrection-and-the-promised-messiah/) - On Pentecost day following the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the apostles received the baptism of the Holy Spirit and preached to Jews from many nations who had gathered in Jerusalem (Acts 2:1-5). “But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and spake forth unto them, saying, Ye men of Judaea, - ["Faith" In Romans 14:23](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/faith-in-romans-1423/) - Romans 14:23 ends with the phrase, “for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.” Sometimes well-meaning brethren may use this phrase to prove that there must be scriptural authority for what one says and does. They use the word “faith” here to refer to the gospel, the body of truth that God has delivered in - [My Part In My Pardon (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/my-part-in-my-pardon-sermon-slides/) - [Christ: Whose Son Is He?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/christ-whose-son-is-he/) - Various religious sects were envious of the following Jesus had so they peppered Him with controversial questions to trip Him up, but He masterfully responded to each, driving home the truth and foiling His enemies’ schemes (Matt. 22). The Pharisees took counsel how they might entangle him in His talk (Matt. 22:15). They - [Reflections In The Water (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/reflections-in-the-water-sermon-slides/) - [The Emotions of Jesus](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-emotions-of-jesus/) - Christians recognize the deity of Jesus Christ. We confess He is the Son of God (Matt. 16:16; Acts 8:37; Rom. 10:9). He is the mighty God, the everlasting, the I AM (Isa. 9:6; John 8:58). However, we also must be reminded of His humanity. Jesus Christ came in the flesh (John 1:14). He took part - [Will Jesus Find Us Sleeping? (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/will-jesus-find-us-sleeping-sermon-slides/) - [Premillennialism and the Historical Context of Biblical Prophecy](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/premillennialism-and-the-historical-context-of-biblical-prophecy/) - Premillennialists often gain a following when military conflict escalates in the Middle East. They claim to know the particulars of how Bible prophecy is being fulfilled before our eyes. This past week, Greg Laurie wrote an article entitled, “Iran and Israel: A Bible Prophecy Update” on his Harvest.org blog. Here is his take on the - [Transgressing Traditions](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/transgressing-traditions/) - The scribes and Pharisees asked Jesus, “Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread” (Matt. 15:2). The word translated “tradition” means something handed down or transmitted in the way of teaching. Traditions may be good or bad. Divine traditions must be observed to - [Hope In The Lord](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/hope-in-the-lord/) - “This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him” (Lamentations 3:21-24). The above passage from - [The Church Prophesied (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-church-prophesied-sermon-slides/) - [Running Against Horses](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/running-against-horses/) - Jeremiah was a prophet who experienced great hardship. If we had to undergo the trials Jeremiah faced, we would likely not hold up as well as he did. We would find it hard to be joyful. Even residents of his hometown, Anathoth, were plotting to murder him. When the prophet grew impatient and complained to - [The Purpose of the Law](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-purpose-of-the-law/) - In The Federalist Papers, James Madison wrote, “It may be a reflection on human nature, that such devices should be necessary to control the abuses of government. But what is government itself but the greatest of all reflections on human nature? If men were angels, no government would be necessary. If angels were to govern - [The Words of My Mouth (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-words-of-my-mouth-sermon-slides/) - [I Will Build My Church (Sermon Slides)](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/i-will-build-my-church-sermon-slides/) - [The God Of All Comfort](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-god-of-all-comfort/) - Why do innocent people suffer? Job, David, Solomon, Habakkuk, and other great men of faith have grappled with this question. By inspiration, the apostle Paul gives one answer: Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our - [Speaking Of Languages](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/speaking-of-languages/) - Jesus commanded the gospel be preached to all creation (Mark 16:15). Though this commission is for all disciples of Jesus through the centuries (Matt. 28:18-20), it was originally given to the eleven apostles to whom Jesus appeared after His resurrection (Matt. 28:16; Mark 16:14). One of the signs that accompanied the apostles who went forth - [He Threw The Book At Me](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/he-threw-the-book-at-me/) - The expression to “throw the book at someone” applies to all possible criminal charges to a lawbreaker; to impose the maxim possible punishment or jail sentence against a convicted criminal.” It also means “to punish or reprimand someone as severely as possible.” However, neither of these definitions fit with my use of the expression in - [Permissive Parenting and The Cross](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/permissive-parenting-and-the-cross/) - A major curse of modern American culture is the widespread and pathetic practice of permissive parenting. It manifests itself in a multitude of ways: adults wanting to be buddies with their young offspring instead of parents; children who seem to have never heard (or at least they have no working knowledge) of the word “no”; - [Know The Time and Spend It Wisely](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/know-the-time-and-spend-it-wisely/) - Perhaps most of us have experienced the sudden panic of time getting away from us so that we find ourselves unprepared for an important event. Suddenly, we look at the time and realize we are running late. We hurriedly do our best to make preparation. When Jesus warned about the destruction of Jerusalem that would - [Why Did My Savior Come To Earth?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/why-did-my-savior-come-to-earth/) - “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:1-3). Jesus is the eternal Word. He was in the beginning. He - [In The World, Not Of The World](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/in-the-world-not-of-the-world/) - When Jesus was about to leave this world by His death on the cross, He prayed to the Father for His disciples, “I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. I pray not that thou shouldest - [The Altar At The Jordan](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-altar-at-the-jordan/) - In Numbers 32:16-31, Reuben, Gad, and half the tribe of Manasseh made a request to Moses. They desired to have their inheritance on the east side of Jordan: the land of Jazer and Gilead that had already been conquered in their travel to the land of Canaan. They were allowed to have this land as - [Cultural Considerations & 1 Timothy 2:9-14](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/cultural-considerations-1-timothy-29-14/) - The inspired apostle Paul was very clear in the Lord’s instructions for the roles of men and women in the church when he wrote: I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting. In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not - [Prove All Things](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/prove-all-things/) - A dark period in Israel’s history where the nation repeatedly forsook the Lord, suffered the consequences, cried out to God, were delivered, and failed to learn their lesson is described in Judges 2:11-17: And the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the LORD, and served Baalim: And they forsook the LORD God - [Salvation To The Nations](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/salvation-to-the-nations/) - Centuries before Christ came into the world, the Lord foretold of the universal mission of His Servant, “And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the - [Can We Be Sure About The Past?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/can-we-be-sure-about-the-past/) - What separates Christianity from most other religions is that it is bound up in historical facts. Christianity is not merely a moral code, nor merely a philosophy. While it contains those elements, it is based on revelation through historical events. The historical facts concerning Jesus of Nazareth form the basis of the Christian religion. This - [The Lord's Church](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-lords-church/) - In Matthew 16:18, Jesus promised to build His church, “And I say also unto thee, that thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Peter had just confessed that Jesus was the Christ, the Son of the living God (Matt. 16:16). - [Leave These Behind](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/leave-these-behind/) - As followers of Christ, we should adopt His mindset in our approach to every aspect of our lives; this involves discontinuing the sins we previously committed to live for the will of God. “Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath - [What The Lord Has Done](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/what-the-lord-has-done/) - In Egypt, the children of Israel sighed because of their bondage (Ex. 2:23). But by Exodus 15:1, God turned their sighing into singing. The Lord worked ten plagues upon Egypt, showing His immense power over all of nature and all the false gods of Egypt (Ex. 7:14-11:1). In preparation for the tenth plague, God instituted - [Typology In Matthew](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/typology-in-matthew/) - Jesus came to fulfill the law and the prophets (Matt. 5:17). The first book in the New Testament repeatedly highlights points of fulfillment (Matt. 1:22; 2:15, 17, 23; 4:14; 8:17; 12:17;13:35; 21:4; 26:54, 56; 27:9). When we think of fulfillment of prophecy, we often have in mind a direct fulfillment of Old Testament passages looking - [A Certain Centurion](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/a-certain-centurion/) - Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum. And a certain centurion’s servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die. And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come - [How Christians Should Listen to Sermons - Part II](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/how-christians-should-listen-to-sermons-part-ii/) - Editor’s Note: The following is the second installment of Brother Hiram Kemp’s article. We are delighted to have him with us this week to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Follow Along in Your Own Bible The Bereans have been praised for their studious effort, but we should keep in mind that they - [How Christians Should Listen to Sermons](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/how-christians-should-listen-to-sermons/) - The Bible puts a great deal of emphasis on our hearing and listening to the word of God. We receive faith by hearing the word of Christ (Rom. 10:17). Our faith will grow in direct proportion to our ability to properly take in the message of Jesus from Scripture. Throughout Jesus’ earthly ministry he would - [The Outcome of Ezekiel's Service](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-outcome-of-ezekiels-service/) - “The word of the LORD came expressly unto Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of the LORD was there upon him” (Ezek. 1:3). Ezekiel was a priest who also functioned as a prophet, a spokesman to deliver God’s message. The book - [Ashamed Of The Gospel](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/ashamed-of-the-gospel/) - “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ; for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believeth, to the Jew first, and also to the Greek” (Romans 1:16). Back in 1993 I became acquainted with the writing of John MacArthur, Jr. and since that time I have read several - [Endeavoring To Keep Unity](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/endeavoring-to-keep-unity/) - As Jesus was preparing to die on the cross and leave His disciples, He prayed to His Father (John 17). He prayed that the apostles would be one: “And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name - [Jesus and the Implications of Scripture](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/jesus-and-the-implications-of-scripture/) - The Lord directs us by commands, examples, and implications in the Bible. Consider the Lord’s supper. Jesus commanded that we observe it in remembrance of Him (Matt. 26:26-28; Luke 22:17-20; 1 Cor. 11:23-26). The frequency of the weekly observance is not explicitly commanded in the New Testament but is shown by example and is nonetheless - [The Command to Withdraw](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-command-to-withdraw/) - By apostolic authority, Paul wrote, “Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye withdraw yourselves from every brother that walketh disorderly, and not after the tradition which he received of us” (2 Thess. 3:6). How many congregations today take this command seriously? How many congregations practice it consistently? - [Genuine Care For Others](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/genuine-care-for-others/) - “Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others” (Phil. 2:4). Paul pointed out the selflessness that is to characterize followers of Christ. Christ is the ultimate example of humble, sacrificial service to others (Phil. 2:5-11). Paul’s one aim was to follow Christ. For him to live - [Esther's Defining Moment](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/esthers-defining-moment/) - While the Jews were in captivity under Persian rule, Esther, a Jewess, was selected by the Persian king Ahasuerus to be his queen (Esther 2). Mordecai, a relative of Esther’s, looked after her and advised her to keep her race a secret: “Esther had not shewed her people nor her kindred: for Mordecai had charged - [Will Heaven Be On Earth?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/will-heaven-be-on-earth/) - Wherever heaven is, I want to be there. As Christians we look forward to a new habitation of righteousness that will come after this life, but will it be on earth? In a sense, the location of heaven is not an issue of utmost importance. If one believes heaven is spiritual, then asking “where?” or - [There Eat Bread](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/there-eat-bread/) - The prophet Amos said that the sword would come against the house of Jeroboam II, the king of Israel, and Israel would be led into captivity (Amos 7:11). At this message, Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, said to Amos, “O thou seer, go, flee thee away into the land of Judah, and there eat bread, - [Understanding The Bible](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/understanding-the-bible/) - Some think the Bible cannot be understood. This thinking reflects on both the wisdom and power of God. He is powerful enough to give us a book that can be understood. John wrote, “And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the - [The Sinfulness of Complaining](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-sinfulness-of-complaining/) - And when the people complained, it displeased the LORD: and the LORD heard it; and his anger was kindled; and the fire of the LORD burnt among them, and consumed them that were in the uttermost parts of the camp. And the people cried unto Moses; and when Moses prayed unto the LORD, the fire - [The Shepherd](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-shepherd/) - The Bible gives some rich images of God to help our understanding of His nature. Several figures of speech are given in the Scriptures as “lenses” through which we are better able to see God, who is an invisible spirit (Luke 24:39; John 4:24; Heb. 11:27). God is described as a king, a warrior, a - [Chosen Priests Cut Off](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/chosen-priests-cut-off/) - The wickedness of the sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas (1 Sam. 1:3; 2:34), who were priests in Israel, is described in 1 Samuel 2:12-17. While the Lord had allocated certain portions of the sacrificed animals to the priests (Lev. 7:28-36; Deut. 18:3), these wicked men intimidated worshippers and took other portions of meat to - [A Father's Example & Like Father Like Son?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/a-fathers-example-like-father-like-son/) - A FATHER’S EXAMPLE Fathers are important to the development of children. The statistics of the negative outcomes of children in fatherless homes are staggering. While children can thrive, be successful, and follow the Lord from a one-parent household, the way God designed the home is not only for two parents to be involved, but for - [Welcome Mark Day](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/welcome-mark-day/) - This Lord’s Day begins brother Mark Day’s work with the Shelbyville Road congregation. He is no stranger to us, having grown up here and having held gospel meetings for us. When he was 13 years old, he was baptized into Christ. Both Mark and his mother obeyed the gospel after a series of Bible studies. - [Is There Life Without A Prom?](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/is-there-life-without-a-prom/) - Before picking out a dress or tux, or helping your children do so, I would like for you to weigh the following thoughts before deciding to attend the Prom. First of all, there is the issue of dancing to consider. Is dancing wrong? No, not necessarily. There is no sin in moving one’s feet to - [Putting Down A Peg](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/putting-down-a-peg/) - I have edited The Informer, the bulletin for the Shelbyville Road church of Christ in Indianapolis, for forty-five years. I began to write articles regularly for the bulletin on June 8, 1980 (Vol. 33; No. 30). When I first came to work with the church, the church had a regular secretary, Nadene Welch. She was - [Understanding God's Word](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/understanding-gods-word/) - Jesus said in John 7:17, “If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself.” The first “will” in this verse conveys the idea of desire: thus, Jesus is affirming if a man desires or wills to do God’s will, then - [Jumping Over The Cross](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/jumping-over-the-cross/) - The cross of Christ is the center point of the Bible—everything before the cross points to it. Everything after the cross looks back at it. Paul preached the word of the cross. He wrote to the Corinthians, "For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest - [Our King and Priest](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/our-king-and-priest/) - On April 21, 2025, Pope Francis, the head of the Roman Catholic Church, died at 88. He sat in the chair at Rome for twelve years, having been appointed when Pope Benedict XVI resigned because of health issues. Francis was the first pope appointed from Latin America. He was from Argentina. Francis was - [The Old Testament](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-old-testament/) - The publishers of most Bibles include a title page before the book of Genesis with the designation “Old Testament.” The term “old” is relative, implying there is something newer; the term “testament” involves the expression of one’s will in a contract. “Old Testament” is a scriptural designation. God used this terminology in communicating through inspired men. - [Full Circle](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/full-circle/) - Coming home to the Shelbyville Road congregation after a couple of decades of living elsewhere has been a tremendous blessing to me. When I reflect on the major influence this congregation of the Lord’s church had on my life, I am mindful of certain characteristics she possesses that deserve commendation. The Lord Jesus gave His - [The Conduct Of The King](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/the-conduct-of-the-king/) - Just before Israel entered Canaan, God gave them instructions through Moses recorded in the book of Deuteronomy. In Deuteronomy 17:14-20, commands are given concerning the conduct of the king. It would be hundreds of years before Israel had an earthly king, but God knew they would ask for one (Deut. 17:14). God was - [Accountability](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/accountability/) - By Roger Shouse “After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth accounts with them” (Matt.25:19). Our verse today comes from the series of parables focused upon the judgement. The chapter opens with the wise and foolish virgins at a wedding. The principle there is to always be - [Brother Melson Is Coming](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/brother-melson-is-coming/) - Our gospel meeting is May 4-8, and brother Richard Melson of Dayton, Ohio, is coming to preach this meeting for us. Below is a little more information about this good man. He is a native of Buffalo, New York, and has preached the gospel since 1981, having obeyed the good news - [Till Shiloh Comes](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/till-shiloh-comes/) - BEN F. VICK, JR. As Israel prepared to be gathered unto his people in death, he blessed each of his twelve sons. Each blessing foretold what would come to pass in the “last days” (Gen 49:1). When it was time for him to bless Judah, his fourth son with Leah, he pointed - [Forty Years Ago](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/forty-years-ago/) - BEN F. VICK, JR. The article below was written forty years ago, but it is still appropriate today. What brethren need to realize is what king Nebuchadnezzar learned the hard way. The vision that he had was of a tree whose height reached the heavens and the sight of it to the end - [Spiritual Gifts, Offices, Purposes, and Duration](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/spiritual-gifts-offices-purposes-and-duration/) - [Sunday Bible Class & Worship 11/24/24](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermons/sunday-bible-class-worship-11-24-24/) ## Events - [Fall Gospel Meeting with John Chowning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting-2/) - Join us for our fall Gospel meeting with John Chowning from Tennessee! - [Fall Gospel Meeting with John Chowning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting-with-john-chowning-4/) - Join us for our fall Gospel meeting with John Chowning from Tennessee! - [Fall Gospel Meeting with John Chowning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting-with-john-chowning-3/) - Join us for our fall Gospel meeting with John Chowning from Tennessee! - [Fall Gospel Meeting with John Chowning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting-with-john-chowning-2/) - Join us for our fall Gospel meeting with John Chowning from Tennessee! - [Fall Gospel Meeting with John Chowning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting-with-john-chowning/) - Join us for our fall Gospel meeting with John Chowning from Tennessee! - [Fall Gospel Meeting](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting-3/) - Join us for our fall Gospel meeting with John Chowning from Tennessee! - [Song Night](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/song-night-3/) - Join us in praising our Lord and edifying one another in song! - [Back to School Kickoff](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/back-to-school-kickoff/) - Click Below for More Information More Info - [Spring Gospel Meeting](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/spring-gospel-meeting/) - Join us for our gospel meeting with Brother Gale Nelson from Florida! Sunday 10:00am, 11:00am, and 5:00pm Monday-Thursday: 7:00pm - [Community Outreach Mission Week](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/community-outreach-mission-week/) - Serve the community; share the gospel; reconnect with inactive members; provide school supplies for local children. - [Beech Grove Meadows Service](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/beech-grove-meadows-service/) - Worship service for residents of Beech Grove Meadows at 2:00pm - [Song Night](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/song-night-2/) - Join us in praising our Heavenly Father in song! - [Song Night](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/song-night/) - Typically, on the first Sunday of the month, we have "Song Night" where we praise God in song for most of our worship time together! The boys lead a verse of their chosen song, and read or recite a verse from the Bible. Then our song leaders lead about 3 songs each. There is a - [Election of Trustees](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/election-of-trustees/) - In order to comply with the laws of the land, and in accordance with our clause in the deed, we must elect trustees in August every two years. We have been negligent for the last few years to do this, partly due to Covid. So, on September 14 following morning services we will - [Fall Gospel Meeting](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/fall-gospel-meeting/) - Come join us for our Fall Gospel meeting with Hiram Kemp! - [VBS - The Wonders of Creation](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/events/vacation-bible-school/) - Please join us for vacation Bible school this summer! The theme is THE WONDERS OF CREATION! Activities include: lessons from God's word, crafts, games, and snacks! July 23-25 6:30-8:30 PM All ages from toddler - high school welcome! Please register on our Facebook event page! ## Locations - [Shelbyville Road church of Christ](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/locations/tiplersville-church/) ## People - [Mark Day](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/mark-day/) - Preacher - [Dee Browning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/dee-browning/) - Bookkeeper - [Jennifer Walker](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/jennifer-walker/) - Secretary/Communications Email: jwalker.srcoc@gmail.com - [Ben F. Vick, Jr.](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/ben-f-vick-jr/) - Email: bfvinform@gmail.com - [Thomas Vick](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/thomas-vick/) - Community Outreach/New Movers Program - [Michael Birdwell](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/michael-birdwell/) - Children’s Bible Class Coordinator - [Max Jones](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/max-jones/) - Worship Assignment Coordinator, Contribution - [John Gantt](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/john-gantt/) - Technology, VBS director - [John Day](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/john-day/) - Grounds Maintenance - [Jim Biggs](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/jim-biggs/) - Building/Maintenance - [Bobby Davis](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/people/bobby-davis/) ## Sermon Topics - [Family](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/family/) - [Outreach](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/outreach/) - [Sin](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/sin/) - [Spiritual Growth](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/) - [The Gospel](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/) - [Worship](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/worship-2/) - [Children](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/family/children/) - [Evangelism](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/outreach/evangelism/) - [Missions](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/outreach/missions/) - This is an example topic. You can provide an optional piece of content about the topic here. This works similarly for series, books and speakers. Also notice below how text is shown when an image is not provided. - [Prayer](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/prayer/) - [Resurrection](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/resurrection/) - [Salvation](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/salvation/) - [Sanctification](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/sanctification/) - [Sunday PM Worship](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/sunday-pm-worship/) - [Sunday AM Worship](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/sunday-am-worship/) - [Sunday AM Bible Class](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/sunday-am-bible-class/) - [Article](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/article/) - [Political](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/political/) - [Jesus](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/jesus/) - [Sermon](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/sermon/) - [Study](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/study/) - [Other Denominations](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/other-denominations/) - [Seventh Day Adventists](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/other-denominations/seventh-day-adventists/) - [Catholicism](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/other-denominations/catholicism/) - [Current Culture](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/current-culture/) - [Old Testament](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/old-testament/) - [Holy Spirit](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/holy-spirit/) - [Heaven](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/heaven/) - [New Testament](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/new-testament/) - [The Church](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-church/) - [Church Family](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/family/church-family/) - [Miracles](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/jesus/miracles/) - [Prophecy](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/old-testament/prophecy/) - [Faith](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/faith/) - [Apologetics](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/apologetics/) - [Women](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/family/women/) - [Roman Catholic](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/other-denominations/roman-catholic/) - [Eastern Orthodox](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/other-denominations/eastern-orthodox/) - [Baptism](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/baptism/) - [Premillennialism](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/premillennialism/) - [Diety](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/jesus/diety/) - [Leadership](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-church/leadership/) - [People In The Bible](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/people-in-the-bible/) - [Moses](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/people-in-the-bible/moses/) - [Joshua](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/people-in-the-bible/joshua/) - [The Lord's Supper](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/worship-2/the-lords-supper/) - [Crucifixion](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/jesus/crucifixion/) - [High Priest](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/jesus/high-priest/) - [Judgement](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/sin/judgement/) - [Abraham](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/people-in-the-bible/abraham/) - [Prince of Peace](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/jesus/prince-of-peace/) - [One Church](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/the-church/one-church/) - [Calvinism](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-topic/other-denominations/calvinism/) ## Sermon Books - [Exodus](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/exodus/) - [Genesis](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/genesis/) - [Hebrews](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/hebrews/) - [Jeremiah](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/jeremiah/) - [Joshua](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/joshua/) - [Mark](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/mark/) - [Matthew](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/matthew/) - [Psalms](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/psalms/) - [Revelation](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/revelation/) - [Romans](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/romans/) - [Ephesians](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/ephesians/) - [Deuteronomy](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/deuteronomy/) - [I Kings](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/i-kings/) - [John](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/john/) - [Luke](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/luke/) - [I Corinithians](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/i-corinithians/) - [Galatians](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/galatians/) - [2 Timothy](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/2-timothy/) - [Acts](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/acts/) - [2 Chronicles](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/2-chronicles/) - [1 Samuel](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/1-samuel/) - [1 Peter](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/1-peter/) - [Numbers](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/numbers/) - [Amos](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/amos/) - [2 Peter](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/2-peter/) - [Isaiah](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/isaiah/) - [Esther](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/esther/) - [Philippians](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/philippians/) - [2 Thessalonians](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/2-thessalonians/) - [Proverbs](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/proverbs/) - [Judges](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/judges/) - [I Timothy](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/i-timothy/) - [1 John](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/1-john/) - [James](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/james/) - [2 Corinthians](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/2-corinthians/) - [Lamentations](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/lamentations/) - [Nehemiah](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/nehemiah/) - [2 Samuel](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/2-samuel/) - [3 John](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-book/3-john/) ## Sermon Speakers - [Ben F. Vick, Jr](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/ben-f-vick-jr/) - [Richard Melson](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/richard-melson/) - [Mark Day](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/mark-day/) - [John Chowning](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/john-chowning/) - [Mel Futrell](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/mel-futrell/) - [Hiram Kemp](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/hiram-kemp/) - [Franklin Camp](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/sermon-speaker/franklin-camp/) ## Groups - [Deacons](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/group/deacons/) - [Elders](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/group/elders/) - [Preachers](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/group/preacher/) - [Staff](https://shelbyvilleroad.org/group/staff/)