• SEASON 2: Q2 L3 - Esther
    Apr 18 2022

    We discuss the absence of a big-screen adaptation of this book; Haman's refusal to be satisfied with virtually everything he wanted; God's propensity to turn what appears to be random chance into a blessing for His people; and the significance of the term "Jew," and the stigma that comes with being the people of God.

    Hal Hammons is the preacher for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

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    10 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q2 L2 -- Nehemiah
    Apr 11 2022

    Nehemiah tells the story of the reconstruction of the walls of Jerusalem. The book emphasizes prayer, proper fellowship, commitment, and many other core principles.

    Hal Hammons is the preacher for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

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    11 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q2 L1 -- Ezra
    Apr 4 2022

    We begin the second quarter by discussing the return of the Jews from exile, the reconstruction of the temple, the role outsiders were to play (or not play, as it were), Ezra's own mission of instruction and training, and the presence of God in the lives of His people.

    Hal Hammons is the preacher for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

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    12 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q1 L13 -- 2 Chronicles
    Mar 28 2022

    The story of Solomon and his successes sets the groundwork for what the nation of Judah did right in the years of the divided kingdom. By examining the work of God in times past, we can evaluate the best way of presenting ourselves as the people of God in our day. This lesson concludes Quarter 1.

    Hal Hammons is the preacher for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

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    11 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q1 L12 -- 1 Chronicles
    Mar 21 2022

    This reading comes with its challenges. But even the first few chapters, which seem like little more than long lists of names, has lessons and examples for us.

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    12 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q1 L11 -- 2 Kings
    Mar 14 2022

    This book describes the fall of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, and then the fall of Judah shortly afterward. I touch on the story of Elisha's final message for the king of Israel; the way the new residents of the land duplicated Israel's own shortfall in worship and service; and how "misleading" spiritual leaders can be.2

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    12 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q1 L10 -- 1 Kings
    Mar 7 2022

    This is the story of Solomon's rise and fall, the split of the nation, and the disappointment of Jeroboam and the other Northern kings. We'll discuss who the real "troubler of Israel" was, and is; and what a king should be, both in the world and in the church.

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    11 mins
  • SEASON 2: Q1 L9 -- 2 Samuel
    Feb 28 2022

    We cover the reign of King David in this lesson, warts and all. We focus on the return of the ark, his sorrow over Absalom and its implications for us, and what made his "mighty men" mighty.

    Hal Hammons is the preacher for the Lakewoods Drive church of Christ in Georgetown, Texas. He is the host of the Citizen of Heaven podcast. You are encouraged to seek him and the Lakewoods Drive church through Facebook and other social media. Lakewoods Drive is an autonomous group of Christians dedicated to praising God, teaching the gospel to all who will hear, training Christians in righteousness, and serving our God and one another faithfully. We believe the Bible is God's word, that Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that heaven is our home, and that we have work to do here while we wait. Regular topics of discussion and conversation include: Christians, Jesus, obedience, faith, grace, baptism, New Testament, Old Testament, authority, gospel, fellowship, justice, mercy, faithfulness, forgiveness, Twenty Pages a Week, Bible reading, heaven, hell, virtues, character, denominations, submission, service, character, COVID-19, assembly, Lord's Supper, online, social media, YouTube, Facebook.

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    9 mins