Odessa Bible Church

Removing the Weeds - 11/08/2009

Bob Thayer — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:23:28 GMT

I can remember working in the yard with my dad. It seemed that my task was to pull weeds and now that I’m a dad, I’m looking forward to the day when I can delegate that to my son. But, as with most things, there is a right way and a wrong way to pull weeds, chemicals withstanding.

Establishing Righteousness 11-01-2009

Bob Thayer — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:55:00 GMT

We all want an expanding economy, but what about expanding righteousness? We all want an all-inclusive vacation, but what about all-inclusive righteousness? We all want greater opportunity, freedom, access and ability, but what about greater righteousness? Seems like Jesus, the one who could establish all of the above, started with righteousness before comfort. That's odd. Listen for more...

I want to live there...10-25-2009

Bob Thayer — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:19:42 GMT

We’ve all done this. We’ve all driven through a town, a neighborhood and thought, “I want to live here.” A few weeks ago, I was in the Hill Country. Yes, I want to live there. Later today we’ll watch a Cowboy game and see people sitting in seats virtually next to the players. We’ll see suites that cost in the millions. We’ll watch baseball games and see fans nearly sitting on the field. We’ll drive a new truck today and think, “I could get used to that.” A tool, a couch, clothing or house and think, “I could live there.” But what about a righteous neighborhood? Would you fit in there?

Matthew 3 - 9/27/2009

Bob Thayer — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:17:37 GMT

When you think of introductions, this one is at the bottom of the list. When I think of an entourage, I think of a motorcade, flashing lights, suburbans with men carrying weapons and ear pieces. But when Jesus begins His ministry, He is introduced by a poorly dressed prophet with a weird appetite and a knack for making people mad.

Matthew 2 - 9/20/2009

Bob Thayer — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:37:50 GMT

Matthew 2 is one of those chapters where we tend to see only the sunny side. We see three gifts, which has to mean there were three wise men, and a nice manger scene. It makes for a very nice story if you read only half the chapter. The other half of that same chapter should cause you to cringe and tear up.

Trouble In Utero - 09/13/2009

Bob Thayer — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:10:22 GMT

Jesus was not easy to follow, listen to or sometimes understand. If he showed up today, would we follow Him? My guess is no and here's why...

The Intellectual Pathway - 09/06/2009

Bob Thayer — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:17:47 GMT

Some find spiritual transformation in study, defending the faith or articulating difficult subjects. If this is you, you might be most comfortable on the Intellectual pathway.

The Enthusiast and Contemplative Pathways - 8/30/09

Bob Thayer — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:52:19 GMT

Do you like to raise your hands in worship? Maybe even move your feet and clap your hands? Or are you the type who stands, hands to your side and watching others who raise their hands and wonder what in the world they are thinking? Listen for more...

The Care Giver - 8/23/2009

Bob Thayer — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:20:40 GMT

For some, they find a connection to God through caring for others. But is caring for others limited to those naturally drawn to that path? Could it be that we are all called to serve? Listen to find out.

The Activist Pathway - 8/16/2009

Bob Thayer — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:03:13 GMT

One of the ways we are transformed into the image of God's Son is through Action. Some find this pathway the most exciting and addicting way to be transformed. Learn why.

The Ascetic Pathway - 08/09/2009

Bob Thayer — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:47:24 GMT

Is your spirit just drawn to silence and solitude? Do you ever wish for a simpler life? They check this out, you might be a ascetic!

The Traditionalist - 8/2/2009

Bob Thayer — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:49:35 GMT

We should all have some kind of form to our faith. For some, it's a prayer book. For others, it's a routine Bible Study and memory program. When we have a form for our faith that is connected to our hearts, we are on the pathway for growth. Listen for more.

The Sensate - 7/26/2009

Bob Thayer — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:24:01 GMT

Do you find yourself especially aware of God over a great meal? Does a nail in your pocket through the season of Lent bring an awareness of God's love? You might be a Sensate. Listen for more...

The Naturalist - 7/19/2009

Bob Thayer — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 04:23:30 GMT

Can you easily see the finger prints of God in creation? Does that draw you into greater awareness of Him, His love and grace? Then you might be a Naturalist. Listen to learn more.