Many ask why God allows bad things to happen in the world. The Old Testament book of Habakkuk is about this very question.

In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines how the book of Habakkuk answers the question, "Where is God when bad things happen?"

Habakkuk: An Overview

Luke 12:13-21. In the midst of a large crowd, a man voiced his concern to Jesus about receiving his family inheritance. Jesus used his concern as an opportunity to teach.

In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines the parable of a rich, foolish farmer to learn some valuable lessons for today.

A Foolish Farmer

Philippians 1. In the early parts of Philippians, Paul shows the need for church unity and growing together as one family.
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams looks at the examples and instructions Paul provided the early Christians to examine why we need each other in the church.

Side by Side for the Gospel

1 Peter 3:21-22. Since baptism is an integral part of God's plan for our salvation in Jesus Christ, the New Testament says much about it.
 
In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines five answers the Scriptures give to the question, "What happens in baptism?"

What Happens in Baptism?

John 1:29-51. In the opening chapter of his Gospel, John recounts the calling of the first disciples of Jesus.

In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman looks at three pictures John paints of disciples pointing people to Jesus and how we can do the same today.

Pointing People to Jesus

1 Thessalonians 1. In the first chapter of 1 Thessalonians, Paul points out the faith, hope, and love of the Christians in Thessalonica.
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams discusses the work of the church, and the three virtues that guide it. This is the first in a series of studies of 1 Thessalonians.

Virtue-Driven Work

2 Chronicles 18. We often get it wrong in life. When we do, what do we do when we realize our desire conflicts with God's word? 

In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams looks into the stories of Micaiah, Jehoshaphat, and Ahab to see how they responded to God's truth.

Three Responses to Truth

Colossians 3. Paul describes our lives as Christians as resurrected as a new creation is Jesus. But, what does that look like?
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines Paul's description of what a new life in Christ looks like on a daily basis.

The Resurrected Lfe

Matthew 5:21-26. How do you deal with anger? None of us think we have a murder problem, but in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus shows us we need to be concerned with the anger we harbor in our hearts. 

In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines Jesus' discussion of anger so we can better deal with the angry world we live in today.

Am I a Murderer?

Why do we trust in God? Psalm 125 is a beautiful song that grapples with the worth of trusting in God, even through the trials of life.
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams uses Psalm 125 to strengthen our trust and confidence in our God and how great it is to trust Him.

God Surrounds His People

2 Peter 3:17-18
In this second sermon in our 2024 theme series, we consider what Peter wrote about growing together in grace and knowledge, and see how both of these things are connected in Christ.
 
In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines how grace and knowledge are connected in Christ.

Side By Side: Growing Together in Grace and Knowledge

Proverbs 6:16-19. Almost everyone who believes in God knows that He is love and a God who loves. However, not as many will admit that God also hates sin.

In this second part of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman continues to look at seven things that God not only hates but are abominations to Him as recorded in Proverbs 6:16-19.

Seven Abominations to God (Part 2)

Proverbs 6:16-19. Almost everyone who believes in God knows that He is love and a God who loves. However, not as many will admit that God also hates sin. 

In this first of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers seven things that God not only hates, but are abominations to Him as recorded in Proverbs 6:16-19.

Seven Abominations to God (Part 1)

Genesis 2:24. Families are important to God. The family is the foundation of glorifying God.

In this study, Evangelist Noah Diestelkamp looks at the three foundations necessary to build a better family.

Building Better Families

Ephesians 4:11-16. Paul wrote to the Ephesian Christians about what a Christian family should look like and Jesus' design and desire for His church. 

In this study, Evangelist Nick Angel examines our relationship with the church.

Building Better Relationships in the Church

As our world becomes more worldly, many godly characteristics are abandoned. Among these is kindness. 

In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman examines what God has to say about kindness as we ask the question, "What has happened to kindness?"

What Has Happened to Kindness?

1 Thessalonians 2. In this chapter, Paul appeals to the selfless, encouraging demeanor that he and his fellow workers had when they brought the gospel to the Thessalonians. 

In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams will look at Paul's examples to see the proper attitude of leadership in the church and how all of us fit into the work of the gospel.

Attitudes of Service

In the first Q&A of 2024, we will cover the questions "What was the baptism of John and how is it different from baptism today?" and "What's the deal with all the different translations of the Bible?"

In this study, Evangelists Jacob Holman and Gavin Williams answer Bible questions about baptism and Bible translations.

Q&A: The Baptism of John and Bible Translations

Romans 12. While we all know that Christians are supposed to be loving people. How do we do that, and what does it look like on a practical basis?
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams looks at Romans 12 and Paul's explanation of what genuine, Godly love looks like both in the church and in the world.

Learning Genuine Love

Luke 10:21-42 In our world, bad attitudes toward God's truth range from denial to ignorance to opposition. But among us who are God's children, our attitudes must be different. 

In this sermon evangelist Jacob Holman looks at three right attitudes toward truth from Luke 10.

Right Attitudes Toward Truth

At its core, Joel is a book about sin and its consequences, but it is also a book about the power and magnitude of God's forgiveness and salvation for His people.

In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams presents an overview of the message in the book of Joel.

Joel: An Overview

Joel 2:12-17. Next in our "Major Lessons from Minor Prophets" series, we examine Joel and his words in Joel 2:13, where God says, "Rend your heart and not your garments."
 
In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers the words in Joel to see what true repentance is.

Joel: "Rend Your Heart and Not Your Garments"

Vernon White is one of the evangelists Fairview supports. Vernon White is from Anderson, Indiana, and travels to Colombia to preach. 

In this study, Evangelist Vernon White provides an update on his work in Colombia.

Colombia Update

What makes a good church? In 1 Thessalonians 2-3, the Apostle Paul writes about what makes up a good church.
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams explores why it's not physical but Spiritual virtues that make a good church.

The Kind of Church that Brings Joy

From Romans to Revelation, each book includes a greeting of peace. As we continue our 2024 "Side By Side: Growing Together" theme, Evangelist Jacob Holman considers how and why we grow together in God's peace.

Side by Side: Growing Together in Peace

Jude 3. Although Jude desired to write his brief letter to discuss the "common salvation" he and his brethren had in Christ, he wrote instead to exhort them to "contend earnestly for the faith."

In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman defines the statement and  examines what "contend earnestly for the faith" means for us today.

Contend Earnestly for the Faith

1 Thessalonians is a book that focuses on holiness and love. In chapter 4, Paul shows us what a Christian looks like and gives us some practical ways to grow in both aspects.
 
In this study, Evangelist Gavin Williams examines what it means to grow in holiness and love.

Growing in Holiness and Love

Could the apostles give and withhold forgiveness on God's behalf?  Does a small group taking the Lord's Supper violate the teaching that we should take it as a group?  Does new technology affect our serving of the Lord's Supper?

This study by Evangelist Jacob Hudgins answers more Bible questions.

Q&A: Apostles, LordsSupper, and Streaming

Rev 3:1. Why is it that we see some local churches failing to thrive and eventually vanishing?  

In this study Fairview Evangelist Jacob Hudgins looks at how we can prevent it from happening to Fairview.

Why Do Churches Die?

James 1:17.  Every good gift comes from God. What we think about God matters.

In this study Fairview Evangelist Jacob Hudgins examines what we need to remember about Him.

Three Things to Remember About God

The church of Christ at Fairview Park is a group of Christians committed to following just the Bible in all that we say and do. Our goal is to be a local church like those found in the pages of the New Testament. Our collective worship and work reflect this focus.  

Our weekly uploads are Bible lessons presented by Fairview Evangelists.  We invite you to study the Bible with us.

Like those found in the pages of the New Testament, the Fairview Park church is completely independent of all other churches. The elders have authority over this congregation (Heb 13:7, 17; 1 Pet 5:1-4) and they answer only to Jesus – not any other church or body.

We would love for you to join us for worship. If you have any questions about what we do or concerns about whether we are following the New Testament, we sincerely encourage you to contact us.

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