Madison Church of Christ Sermons

Messengers | Brandon Pressnell | Broken Brotherhood - Obadiah

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Our scripture reading from Obadiah this morning condemns Edom for celebrating the demise of Israel, a betrayal rooted in the ancient sibling rivalry between Jacob and Esau. Instead of helping their brother nation, Esau’s descendants, not only stood aloof, but actively rejoiced and profited from their ruin. This passage warns us that reveling in an enemy's failure is a dangerous, infectious form of cruelty that ultimately invites the divine judgment of God on ourselves.

Scripture Reading: Obadiah 1:10-15

This sermon was recorded on Oct 4, 2026.

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3 Big Questions | Andrew Itson | What Is My Purpose - What Difference Can I Make

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered if your life really matters? We often search for purpose in our accomplishments, future plans, or others' expectations. But what if our purpose isn't about becoming someone important, but about joining something bigger than ourselves? In Exodus 31:1–11, God calls Bezalel and Oholiab—two skilled craftsmen—to use their gifts to build the tabernacle. They weren't kings or prophets, but God equipped them to make a lasting contribution to His work. Their story reminds us that God has given each of us unique abilities and opportunities to serve Him. Today, we will discover that "purpose" isn't about making our own story bigger; it’s about joining God's story and using what He has placed in our hands to make a difference.

Exodus 31:1-11

This sermon was recorded on Sep 27, 2026.

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3 Big Questions | Brandon Pressnell | Where Do I Belong - Our Connections to Others

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

When we belong to Christ, we also belong to each other. That’s what makes our spiritual family so important. We have a connection that transcends all other relationships. But with that connection comes some hard work, efforting together to create an environment where we mutually show love and compassion for one another, where we dig deeper into God’s word to teach each other, where we worship God together, and where our actions reveal to the world that we do indeed belong to God and each other.

Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:12-17

This sermon was recorded on Sep 20, 2026.

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3 Big Questions | Brandon Pressnell | Where Do I Belong - Making Room

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

When Jesus arrived on the scene, something amazing happened. It was a transitional period where the spiritual God arrived in a physical Being. Hebrews 1:3 emphasizes that the whole essence of God was found in the character and heart of Jesus. Grace and Truth were put on display, an exactness for us to use as a pattern of God’s goodness. But perhaps the greatest blessing in all of this, was the invitation to be a part of His forever family. Notice in our scripture reading this morning that there is room for all who believe and receive.

John 1:1-13

This sermon was recorded on Sep 13, 2026.

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3 Big Questions | Andrew Itson | Who Am I - Identity Before Assignment

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The world is constantly asking, What do you do? What are you good at? Where are you going? How successful are you? What have you accomplished? But before God asks you to do anything, He wants you to know who you are. Ephesians 1:3–5 reminds us that in Christ, you are blessed, chosen, loved, and adopted. Your identity isn't something you have to earn—it is something God gives. Your grades can change. Your career can change. Your relationships can change. Your circumstances can change. Even your failures can change the way you see yourself. But this doesn't change: You are God's. Before Jesus gave Peter an assignment, He gave him an identity. Before God gave Moses an assignment, He reminded Moses WHO his identity was attached to. Before you ever accomplish anything for God, you need to know that you belong to God.

Ephesians 1:3-5

This sermon was recorded on Sep 6, 2026.

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3 Big Questions | Andrew Itson | Who Am I - Identity Crisis

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

As we begin our new series based on the study "3 Big Questions," we will discuss how we live in a world constantly telling us who we should be, and so one of the most important questions we can ask is, “Who am I?” Our identity can be shaped by comparison, accomplishments, failures, relationships, appearance, and social media—but Genesis 1:27 takes us back to where our identity truly begins: “God created mankind in his own image.” Before we achieved anything, failed, or heard anyone’s opinion of us, God gave us our identity by creating us in His image. When we know whose image we bear, we can begin to understand who we really are.

Genesis 1:27

This sermon was recorded on Aug 30, 2026.

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Made for Mission | Andrew Itson & Brandon Pressnell

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Andrew and Brandon sit down together to challenge us all to find an area where we can fill a need within the church body. We are all imbued with talents by God, whose fingerprints are all over us as a part of His entire creation, and we are SHAPEd to serve. In what ways are you made for God's mission?

This sermon was recorded on Aug 23, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Brandon Pressnell | Worship Over Want

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

God warns us not to covet what belongs to our neighbor. This final commandment looks past our outward actions straight into our hidden desires. It exposes the restless human heart that always wants more. When we chase after other things, whether intentional or not, we put those things before God. This greed disintegrates our trust in the Lord and behaves as a hidden form of idolatry. In essence, the tenth command brings us right back to the very first command and it calls us to love God alone as our ultimate treasure and provision.

This sermon was recorded on Aug 16, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Andrew Itson | The Weight of Our Words

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The Ninth Commandment, "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor" (Exodus 20:16), calls God's people to protect both the truth and others' reputations. In 1 Kings 21, Ahab's selfish desire and Jezebel's use of false witnesses to condemn Naboth reveal how violating this commandment destroys innocent lives and corrupts an entire community. The false witness and mischaracterization of Naboth challenge us to recognize that bearing false witness isn't limited to outright lies; it also includes gossip, half-truths, slander, assumptions, and any words that cause others to believe what may not be true. God calls His people to be guardians of truth who love their neighbors enough to protect their dignity and reputation. Today we will discuss the weight of words and how they impact us and our neighbors.

Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:16, 1 Kings 21:1-14, Psalms 101:7

This sermon was recorded on Aug 9, 2026.

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Intentional Ambassador vs Unintentional Adversary | Seth Miller

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Scripture Reading: Matthew 16:21-23

This sermon was recorded on Aug 2, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Brandon Pressnell | Never Commit Adultery

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Not only does God give the commandment to not commit adultery, but He also helps us understand in multiple ways how harmful this kind of sexual immorality leads to depravity of heart. Here in Proverbs 6, the wisdom of the teacher reminds us of how our selfish lusts can lead us down a path of destruction and dishonor.

Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:14, Proverbs 6:23-33

This sermon was recorded on July 26, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Trent Thomas | You Shall Not Steal

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Trent takes us through what seems like one of the most straightforward Commandments, and shows us that there is much for each of us to contemplate as we all are likely thieves in ways we don't normally (want to) consider.

Scripture Reading: Joshua 7, Habakkuk 2:9-11

This sermon was recorded on July 19, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Andrew Itson | God for Life

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The Sixth Commandment, "Do not kill," is far more than a command against murder; it is God's call to value, protect, and cherish every human life because every person bears His image. Today, we will discover that the real issue isn't merely what our hands have done, but what our hearts value. Jesus reveals that anger, hatred, indifference, and even failing to love our neighbor and those without a voice can reflect a spirit that diminishes the worth of those God treasures. In our text today, we will see that right after the flood, the command that God gives is to not shed human blood. This text points back to creation, God's value for life, and forward to the cross. The cross forever declares the value of every human life, because God was willing to give His own Son to rescue us. Today, we will discover how the gospel not only forgives our failure to love life as God does but also transforms us into people who protect and honor life.

Scripture Reading: Exodus 20:13, Gen 9:1-6

This sermon was recorded on July 12, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Brandon Pressnell | Honoring Father and Mother

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0000

This sermon was recorded on July 5, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Andrew Itson | Trusting God in a World That Never Stops

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

This morning Andrew Itson brings us a lesson about the Sabbath. The Sabbath is meant to be a time of stopping to reflect on the Creator and all He has done. It is a time of purposeful rest to allow us to fully live the lives God has called us to live.

Exodus 20:8-11, 31:12-17

Deuteronomy 5:12-15

This sermon was recorded on June 28, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Trent Thomas | Replacing the Creator with the Created

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

In Exodus 32, Israel exchanged the life and presence of God for a golden calf, revealing how quickly our hearts can turn to idols. The destruction of the calf showed its worthlessness, while the people were forced to face the consequences of their misplaced worship. This lesson will challenge us to identify and cut out idols in our own lives, recognizing that true life is found in God alone.

This sermon was recorded on June 21, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Richard Turner | Carrying the Lord's Name

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

This morning Richard Turner will bring us a lesson about Carrying the Lord's Name. Turns out, the third command ment about not using the Lord's name in vain isn't what you think.

Scripture Reading: Exodus 34:4-7

This sermon was recorded on June 14, 2026.

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Divine Connections | Brandon Pressnell | The First of the Ten Words

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

After 400 years of slavery in Egypt, God hears the pleas of His people and sends a reluctant leader named Moses to bring His people back into covenant relationship. His power is seen in the form of 10 miraculous plagues against the Egyptians and capped off with an unimaginable crossing of the Red Sea. After three months of preparing the Israelites to meet their Deliverer, Moses is directed by God to share with them the joy and blessing of relationship with Him and the things that distance us from Him.

Scripture Reading: Exodus 19:16, Exodus 20:3

This sermon was recorded on June 7, 2026.

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Service Sunday | Trent Thomas

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 31 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Scripture Reading: John 13:1-17, Mark 10:35-45

This sermon was recorded on May 31, 2026.

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Lamentations | Brandon Pressnell | The Painful, Sovereign Hand of Mercy

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 24 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Jeremiah’s words, rhythmic in all other chapters, breaks into a dark weariness, mixed with glimpses of fatigued praise. His question is piercing, “Why do you forget us forever?” If we are not careful, rather than looking into our own hearts to uncover our sins, we find ourselves calling out God for His absence. But FULL repentance is what brings about God’s FULL restoration. It is important to be reminded that in the waiting, God, in His sovereignty, is not absent or inactive.

Scripture Reading: Lamentations 5:15-22; 2 Chron 36:22-23

This sermon was recorded on May 24, 2026.

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Lamentations | Andrew Itson | Unguarded Strengths

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 17 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

When pride turns precious gold into broken pottery, how do we rebuild? In Lamentations 4, we will explore how Jerusalem's overconfidence led to devastating ruin. Lamentations 4 serves as a warning that no human strength is sufficient on its own. Relying on past success can be dangerous. When we use our strengths to build our own kingdom, we make ourselves vulnerable to spiritual failure. Join us as we, like the people described in Lamentations, audit our lives, and turn from self-reliance to God.

This sermon was recorded on May 17, 2026.

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Lamentations | Brandon Pressnell | Dare to Hope

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 10 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

In the rubble of what was once a vibrant city, the mound of Zion stands as a visual representation of the state of Judah’s heart. Lamentations 3 zeroes in on how this deportation has impacted her remnants when they survey the destruction. With vivid imagery, this chapter highlights the emotions and experience of what felt like a surprise ambush, shocking, and completely debilitating. But in the intensity of this heartbreaking helplessness, the poet, from spiritual muscle memory, dares to find hope in the One who can and will eventually right all wrongs.

Scripture Reading: Lamentations 3:19-26; 40-42

This sermon was recorded on May 10, 2026.

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Lamentations | Andrew Itson | When the Bow Turns

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 03 May 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Today, we enter one of the darkest times in Judah's history. The right hand of God, once stretched out as a bow to protect, becomes a force of judgment against His own people. Lamentations 2 forces us to confront a terrifying reality: persistent disobedience invites the discipline of God. The ruin of Jerusalem was not God’s impulsive anger, but the fulfillment of God’s long-standing warnings. Yet, there is hope in the ruins. God’s judgment is not meant to alienate us, but to drive us to raw repentance and grief. Today, we explore the need to turn from false comforts and routine denial and bring our "deep as the sea" grief directly to Him. May we all ask ourselves a difficult but important question, “Will we choose denial or repentance?”

This sermon was recorded on May 3, 2026.

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Lamentations | Brandon Pressnell | Lamentations

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Sin has a way of bringing us to isolation and defeat and sometimes in that time of extreme grief, we call out to God, but do not feel His presence. Where are You? Why don’t you care? Why have You abandoned me? The more we ask these questions with no response, the more we are reminded that these questions are actually God’s questions to us. Where are YOU? Why don’t YOU care? Why have YOU abandoned me? Often, solitude creates a contemplative mindset that brings us to the clarity we already knew. I left God. His silence echoes in our conviction, allowing our grief and misery to do its work - create a longing for restoration.

Scripture Reading: 2 Kings 25:1-12; Lamentations 1:1

This sermon was recorded on Apr 26, 2026.

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The Way of Jesus | Andrew Itson | The Joy of Spiritual Disciplines

Madison Church of Christ — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0000

We often try to fix our inner emptiness with cheap, quick fixes rather than addressing the unexamined culture of our daily lives. The word, spiritual disciplines often carries a heavy weight or sounds like a chore. But as we’re going to discuss today, the spiritual disciplines are not an end themselves, the power is in God. However, spiritual disciplines have the opportunity to make what is invisible, visible. As we will see in our texts, spiritual disciplines may seem painful or restrictive at first, but they are designed for transformation rather than mere information. Today we will end our series by discovering how to move from a life of exhausting, chaotic routine to a structured, flourishing life by practicing the way of Jesus.

This sermon was recorded on Apr 19, 2026.

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