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In his sermon "Unity in the Body," part of the "God's House" series, Garrett Bookout draws from Ephesians 4:1-6 to exhort believers to live lives worthy of their divine calling by embodying humility, gentleness, patience, and love, all aimed at preserving the unity of the Spirit in peace. He outlines five practical signs of growing humility, such as admitting wrongs quickly, listening more, being less offended, celebrating others' successes, and showing patience with weaknesses. The message culminates in emphasizing the seven foundational "ones" of Christian unity: one body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father over all.MAR 08, 2026Unity in the bodyGarrett Bookout -
In the seventh lesson of the Discipleship series, Garrett Bookout studies Acts chapter 2 to show what discipleship looks like after Jesus’ ascension. He presents Peter’s Pentecost sermon as the model for fulfilling the Great Commission by proclaiming Jesus as the fulfillment of the Davidic covenant and God’s eternal plan. Discipleship is framed as helping people recognize Jesus as Lord and Christ, committing to follow the King who reigns on David’s throne forever.MAR 04, 2026Discipleship - Lesson 7Garrett Bookout -
The Bible class lesson delivered by Shaun Calix at Oak Hollow Church of Christ on March 1, 2026, explores God's reasons for commanding Israel to obey the Mosaic Law, emphasizing that obedience was not meant to be blind but rooted in gratitude, empathy, and reflection on their history. God repeatedly reminded the Israelites to obey because He had redeemed them from slavery in Egypt and because they had been sojourners (foreigners) there, motivating them to extend justice, rest, generosity, and love to others—particularly the poor, widows, orphans, and strangers. The lesson connects these Old Testament principles to New Testament teachings, urging modern Christians to apply the same heart attitudes toward the vulnerable, recognizing their own past slavery to sin and ultimate citizenship in heaven.MAR 01, 2026The Greatest Commandments and the Law - God’s Reasons WhyShaun Calix -
The sermon "Powered By The Spirit," delivered by Garrett Bookout (minister at Oak Hollow church of Christ) on March 1, 2026, explores why the Holy Spirit often receives less attention than the Father and Son in Christian teaching, arguing that this reflects divine design rather than a problem. Drawing from Scripture, including John 16:14 and Ephesians 3:14-21, Garrett emphasizes the Spirit's role in glorifying Jesus and empowering believers inwardly. He urges the congregation to appreciate and rely on the Spirit's mysterious yet powerful work rather than minimizing or overcorrecting against misconceptions about Him.MAR 01, 2026Powered by the SpiritGarrett Bookout -
The lesson, dated February 25, 2026, from Garrett Bookout (minister at Oak Hollow church of Christ) continues a Discipleship series by examining **Luke 14:25-35**, focusing on the requirements and costs of true discipleship. Jesus addresses large crowds following Him, warning that genuine disciples must prioritize Him above family relationships (interpreted as loving others less in comparison), bear their cross through sacrifice, and renounce all possessions to follow Him fully. Through parables of building a tower and a king preparing for war, Jesus urges potential followers to deliberately count the cost of discipleship rather than impulsively commit without considering the sacrifices involved.FEB 25, 2026Discipleship - Lesson 6Garrett Bookout -
In this Bible class session on February 22, 2026, Shaun Calix leads a discussion at Oak Hollow Church of Christ on how the ceremonial laws of the Old Testament (such as offerings, circumcision, Day of Atonement, feasts, and dietary purity rules) demonstrated love for God through obedience and reverence while indirectly fostering communal love for neighbor through shared rituals and consideration for others. The class then examines selected civil laws (e.g., gleaning provisions for the poor, tithing, inclusion of sojourners in festivals, Sabbath rest principles, fair treatment of foreigners, and just judgment), showing how obedience to these laws reflected love for God by honoring His plan for society and expressed love for neighbor through justice, generosity, inclusion, and fairness. Participants break into small groups multiple times to discuss these laws, connecting them to the greatest commandments (love God and love neighbor) and noting that while the ceremonial and many civil laws are no longer binding under the New Covenant, their underlying principles of obedience, community care, and justice continue to apply today.FEB 22, 2026The Greatest Commandments and the Law, Part 2 - Ceremonial and Civil LawShaun Calix -
The sermon "Mystery Revealed," delivered by Garrett Bookout (minister at Oak Hollow church of Christ) on February 22, 2026, explores Ephesians 3, where Paul describes his ministry as revealing a divine mystery hidden for ages. Bookout uses a personal family story of secretly planning a Disney World vacation for years and dramatically revealing it to his young children to illustrate how God planned salvation long before revealing it fully through Christ. The core mystery is that Gentiles are fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel, extending God's grace beyond Israel to all nations.FEB 22, 2026Mystery Revealed - Ephesians 3:1-13Garrett Bookout -
In this lesson on discipleship from Luke 14:25-35, Garrett Bookout explains that Jesus challenges large crowds following Him by declaring that true disciples must prioritize Him above all else, including family relationships and even their own lives—using the striking language of "hate" to mean loving Jesus supremely so that other attachments feel comparatively lesser. He illustrates the necessity of counting the cost of discipleship through two parables: one about a builder who plans a tower without sufficient resources and faces ridicule, and another about a king assessing whether he can win a war before engaging in battle, emphasizing that hasty or superficial commitment leads to failure and mockery. Bookout concludes by stressing that discipleship requires renouncing all possessions and self-interest to follow Jesus fully, likening ineffective or half-hearted followers to tasteless salt that becomes useless and even harmful, urging believers to be wholly dedicated rather than merely drawing crowds or seeking personal benefits.FEB 18, 2026Discipleship - Lesson 5Garrett Bookout -
In this lesson, Shaun explored the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20 through the lens of Jesus’ two greatest commands: loving God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and loving our neighbor as ourselves. Each commandment was examined to show how obedience demonstrates devotion to God (e.g., singular focus, reverence, rest, trust in His provision) while simultaneously protecting and blessing others (e.g., preventing harm, honoring relationships, fostering contentment). The discussion emphasized that centering love for God and neighbor eliminates the need for semantic games or loopholes in following God’s law, making obedience a natural outflow of genuine love.FEB 15, 2026The Greatest Commands - Lesson 3 - Part 1 The Ten Commandments and Ceremonial LawShaun Calix -
In his sermon "Growing & Maturing" from Ephesians 4, Benjamin Meade encouraged the Oak Hollow church of Christ to prioritize spiritual growth and maturity over numerical increases as a new congregation. Drawing parallels from his middle school basketball team's commitment to daily improvement despite limited physical gifts, he emphasized playing to individual strengths, using God-given talents for ministry, and building one another up in love and unity. Ultimately, he urged the congregation to focus on personal spiritual development so that the body grows organically through the equipping work of teachers and the active participation of all members in sharing truth and serving others.FEB 15, 2026Growing & Maturing - Ephesians 4Benjamin Meade -
In Lesson 4 of the Discipleship series (taught on February 11, 2026), Garrett Bookout focused on Matthew 10:24-25, emphasizing that disciples are not above their teacher (Jesus) nor servants above their master, and the goal is to become like Him amid expected opposition.FEB 11, 2026Discipleship - Lesson 4Garrett Bookout -
In this sermon, Garrett Bookout draws a parallel between modern immigration struggles and the biblical exclusion of Gentiles from God's covenant people, emphasizing the tragedy of division and the human tendency to justify exclusion rather than recognize shared brokenness. He explains how Ephesians 2:11-22 reveals God's gracious work in Christ to tear down the "dividing wall of hostility"—both the literal temple barrier and the metaphorical separation caused by the law—so that Gentiles, once aliens and strangers without hope, are brought near, made fellow citizens, and welcomed as full members of God's household. The preacher urges the church to remember its own undeserved inclusion, build solely on the foundation of Christ (the cornerstone) and the teachings of the apostles and prophets rather than human traditions, and pursue peace and unity instead of erecting new walls through extra-biblical rules and judgments.FEB 08, 2026God's Temple - Ephesians 2:11-22Garrett Bookout -
In Lesson 2 "Loving God and Neighbor Before the Law" of the "The Greatest Commands" series, teacher Shaun Calix explored how God accomplished His purposes through individuals who demonstrated profound love for Him and love for their neighbor, even before the giving of the Mosaic Law.FEB 08, 2026The Greatest Commands - Lesson 2 - Loving God and Neighbor Before the LawShaun Calix
