Argo Park Church of Christ

Argo Park Church of Christ A group of Christ followers in Argo (north Trussville), Alabama The Christians who meet at Argo Park seek to follow this same example.

With the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, a church was established in 1st century Judea that sought to follow the teachings of Christ and His apostles by preaching His gospel of salvation. The gospel that we preach is the same as the good news spread 2000 years ago. If you are looking to worship with a congregation that is seeking to grow in grace and truth by following the

God-breathed Word, we would encourage you to come visit us at Argo Park Sunday mornings at 9:30 and Wednesday nights at 7:00.

08/12/2026

Peace through rest in Jesus Part Two:

Picking up where we left off yesterday discussing the peace believers receive through the rest we find in Jesus.

As a reminder we are talking about peace in the here and now, not the far off when we are called home.

But here, where sin still holds dominion over the world, but we have been freed from it, so that it no longer reigns in our life, regardless of how much it may rail against us. We can have peace in the storm.

Matthew 11:28-30 (NASB95) 28 “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. 29 “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and YOU WILL FIND REST FOR YOUR SOULS. 30 “For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

3. How is the yoke of Jesus a much lighter burden than the yokes we bind upon ourselves?

Because His yoke is not a system—it’s a Person.

The yoke of the Law demanded perfection.
The yoke of Jesus provides power.

The yoke of the Law exposed sin.
The yoke of Jesus removes sin.

The yoke of the Law required endless sacrifice.
The yoke of Jesus is built on one finished sacrifice (Heb 10:12).

The yokes we bind on ourselves—performance, fear, image, control—are crushing because they depend on our strength.
Jesus’ yoke is light because it depends on His strength in us (Phil 4:13; Gal 2:20).

And unlike the yoke of the scribes and priests, Jesus is gentle and humble in heart.
He doesn’t stand over you with demands—He walks beside you with grace.

4. What is the “rest for your souls” Jesus referred to because of shifting to His yoke?

This is the peace of a reconciled relationship with God.

It is:

• Peace with God — The war between your soul and God is over (Rom 5:1).
• Peace within yourself — No more divided heart or double-mindedness.
• Peace in your purpose — You know who you belong to and why you’re here.
• Peace in your future — Your eternity is secure; fear loses its voice.
• Peace in your failures — Failure no longer defines you; grace does.

This is the peace that comes from union with Christ—the soul finally resting because it has found its true home.

08/11/2026

Continuing our thoughts peace as we draw closer to our Gospel Meeting with Kris Emerson in September, we want to look at the Peace we obtain through our rest in Jesus.

This will be the first half, the second half will be posted tomorrow.

Hope you find these encouraging.

Peace Through Rest in Jesus

Matthew 11:28–30

1. What kind of rest for your souls did Jesus speak of in this promise?

Jesus is offering rest from the inner exhaustion caused by trying to be your own savior.
Not physical rest. Not a vacation. Not a break from responsibilities.

He is speaking of:

• Rest from condemnation — No more living under the fear of God’s judgment (Rom 8:1).
• Rest from striving — No more trying to earn righteousness through performance (Gal 2:16).
• Rest from spiritual anxiety — No more wondering if you’re “enough” for God.
• Rest from isolation — You are no longer alone; you are yoked to Christ Himself.

This is rest at the deepest level of identity—the soul finally exhaling because Jesus carries what you cannot.

2. How do we make the burdens of life that Jesus promised to lift even heavier?

We make life heavier when we:

• Add our own expectations — Trying to be everything for everyone.
• Carry guilt Jesus already forgave — Holding onto shame He already removed.
• Live by comparison — Measuring ourselves by others instead of Christ.
• Return to self-reliance — Taking back what we once surrendered.
• Try to keep the Law without the Spirit — The very mistake the scribes and Pharisees made (Acts 15:10).

In short: we make life heavier when we pick up what Jesus told us to put down.

I do not struggle with the rest aspect, but I do struggle with picking up what Jesus told me to put down.

Leaving that old me buried in the waters of baptism can be extremely difficult. The urge to resurrect him from time to time can be a real temptation, but I typically find the struggles are the strongest when I am walking alone or trying to live life on my own strength.

Hebrews 12:2 is probably the best encouragement we can have:

Hebrews 12:2 (NASB95) fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

When my focus is on Jesus, I’m far less tempted to do it my way…

08/06/2026

Full disclosure, one of elders (Mike) chose this Topic as we were selecting the Theme and Bible classes for 2026. Our preacher (Bo) was initially concerned that there would not be enough material for one quarter, he was pleasantly surprised to find he and Mike had to scale the information back to make it fit into one quarter.

We have had some great lessons in the past two years, focusing on the importance of God’s word (Man shall not live by bread alone) and this year The word was God, but this one has definitely solidified all our discussions into one thought; Reconciliation and Peace with God.

Paul declares the gospel to be God’s power for salvation for all humanity (Romans 1:16) He will then spend the next 4 chapters saying why humanity needs the gospel.

1. Wrath of God is revealed against all unrighteousness
2. Man can not be saved through any works of law
3. We must be saved by faith
4. Faith in Jesus Christ is what saves
5. Through faith in Christ we have peace with God.

We hope you enjoy this series as much as we are, and we hope you will come to know the peace that only Jesus can bring to our lives.

Peace With God Through Reconciliation

Peace isn’t just a feeling — it’s a relationship restored. Scripture shows us that the peace Jesus gives is something the world can’t manufacture, imitate, or replace. It’s the settled reality that the hostility between humanity and God has been removed through Christ.

1. What does Paul mean by “peace with God”? (Romans 5:1)

Paul says that “since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
This peace is not emotional calm — it’s the end of hostility.

It means:
• The conflict between God and humanity is over
• The barrier of sin has been removed
• We stand in a restored relationship, not under wrath

2. What fundamental problem required reconciliation?

The core issue is alienation — humanity separated from God because of sin.
Scripture frames this clearly:

• Isaiah 59:2 — Sin creates separation
• Romans 5:10 — We were “enemies” of God
• Colossians 1:21 — Hostile in mind, doing evil deeds

Reconciliation wasn’t optional — it was necessary because humanity could not repair the relationship on its own.

3. What great need did God’s plan for reconciliation have to meet?

God’s plan had to deal with:

• Guilt — real moral debt
• Holiness — God cannot ignore sin
• Justice — sin must be addressed
• Love — God desires restoration

This need was met at the cross.

• Romans 3:23–26 — God is “just and the justifier”
• Colossians 2:14 — The record of debt was canceled
• 2 Corinthians 5:18–19 — God reconciled the world to Himself through Christ

The cross satisfied justice and extended mercy — bringing humanity back into fellowship with God.
If you want a deeper dive, tap God’s plan for reconciliation.

4. Why is peace important in our relationship with God?

Because peace is the foundation of everything else God gives:

• Confidence instead of fear
• Access instead of distance
• Identity instead of confusion
• Hope instead of despair
• Purpose instead of wandering

Without peace, we remain spiritually fractured.

With peace, we live as sons and daughters — not strangers or enemies.

Closing Thought:

Peace with God isn’t something we protect — it’s something God provides.

08/04/2026

Why Peace Matters Right Now:

Peace is not just a Bible topic—it’s something every one of us feels the absence of. The world is loud, chaotic, divided, and restless. And if we’re honest, so are many of our hearts. That’s why Jesus’ words about peace hit so deeply.

Jesus’ Promise of Peace

John 14:28 reminds us that Jesus wasn’t simply leaving His disciples—He was giving them something. A promise. A presence. A peace that doesn’t rise and fall with circumstances.

Peace and Our Own Stories

Think about moments in your life when conflict showed up—between you and another person, or between you and the life you hoped for.
What did you do to fix it?
Where did you turn?
Most of us try solutions that bring temporary relief but not lasting peace.

Do We Actually Pursue Peace?

Human beings chase peace constantly—through relationships, careers, comfort, control, distraction, or escape.
But that desire does not come from culture. It comes from being made in the image of the God of peace.

We long for what we were created for.

What Destroys Peace?

Scripture is clear: the enemy of peace is sin—the great disrupter of harmony with God, with others, and within ourselves.
It’s the root of every conflict, every fracture, every moment of chaos.

Where Is Life Free From Conflict?

If we’re honest, no part of life is untouched by conflict. Relationships, work, health, finances, identity, purpose—every area is vulnerable. That’s why the peace Jesus gives is so different. It doesn’t depend on the absence of conflict. It depends on His presence.

Closing Thought

Peace isn’t something we stumble into. It is not something we can create. It’s something that Jesus gives—and something we learn to walk in. In a world full of noise, His peace is still available, still deeper, and still stronger than anything that threatens it.

08/03/2026

It doesn’t take long to see how important peace is in the Bible — and it takes even less time to see how badly our world needs it.

Psalm 23 is one of the most quoted Psalms. While it highlights the blessings of God as our Shepherd, peace is woven all through it:
Peace with God when we walk with Him.
Peace in the middle of life’s difficulties.
Peace even when enemies surround us.

As we get ready for our gospel meeting, we’re sharing some of what we’ve been studying these past few weeks on the subject of peace. Today is just a quick overview.

A Quick Snapshot of “Peace” in Scripture

• Appears about 343 times
• Roughly 250 in the OT
• Roughly 90 in the NT

God — the Source of Peace

• In the NT, God is directly called “the God of peace”
(Romans 15:33; 16:20; Philippians 4:9; 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:20)

Peace as God’s Gift

• OT: Shalom is consistently described as something God gives
(Numbers 25:12; Psalm 29:11; Isaiah 54:10)

• OT: Peace is part of God’s covenant blessings
(Leviticus 26:3–6; Malachi 2:5–6)

• NT: God “gives peace at all times”
(2 Thessalonians 3:16)

Peace with God through Jesus Christ

• Prophesied as the Prince of Peace — Isaiah 9:6
• Announced at His birth — Luke 2:14
• Fulfilled in the gospel — Romans 5:1
“We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Jesus doesn’t just bring peace — He is our peace.
• Ephesians 2:14–17 — “He Himself is our peace.”

And His peace is different from anything the world can offer:

John 14:27 (NASB95)
“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you.
Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.”

We hope these reflections encourage you, and we’d love for you to join us as we continue exploring the peace God offers.

08/02/2026

The blessing of having The Lord as our shepherd.

Psalm 23:1-6 (NASB95) 1 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. 3 He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You have anointed my head with oil; My cup overflows. 6 Surely goodness and lovingkindness will follow me all the days of my life, And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Gospel Meeting • September 2026Worshiping the God of PeaceWe’re excited to welcome Kris Emerson from Lindale, TX for our...
08/01/2026

Gospel Meeting • September 2026

Worshiping the God of Peace

We’re excited to welcome Kris Emerson from Lindale, TX for our Gospel Meeting this September at Argo Park Church of Christ.

Kris is known for his thoughtful, practical teaching at the Lindale Church of Christ and for the encouragement he shares through the Excel Still More podcast. He recently hosted a Youth Weekend in Lindale focused on helping young people build stronger faith and deeper confidence in Christ — a reflection of his heart for guiding all ages toward God.

The world feels chaotic right now — politically, socially, and culturally — and many people feel unsettled. But the peace God gives isn’t tied to the world at all. It comes from being reconciled to Him, resting in Christ, and trusting His promises. Jesus said, “My peace I give to you.” If you’re needing that peace, you’ll find encouragement here.

This year’s theme — Worshiping the God of Peace — connects with our Bible class series on peace, where we’ve been looking at reconciliation with God, rest in Jesus, forgiveness, prayer, fellowship, and the hope of eternal life.

Come spend some time with us. Bring someone along. You’ll be encouraged.

Come, bring a friend, learn about a peace that is not of this world, and passes all human understanding, leave changed…

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