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Admonition Podcast
Aaron Cozort
The Admonition podcast brings you Bible lessons and sermons from the Collierville Church of Christ with host Aaron Cozort. Each episode focuses on interpreting Scripture in its original context, exploring the background of key passages, events, and teachings. Gain deeper insight into God’s Word as we study together, applying timeless truths to everyday life.
- 23 episodes
- Avg 40 min
- English
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- AP#284Sunday · 41 min
Learning to Love Like Christ in Service (John 13) - Aaron Cozort - August 23, 2026
This lesson explores how Jesus demonstrated servant leadership through the act of washing his disciples' feet, emphasizing love for imperfect, impetuous, and impenitent individuals, and how we can emulate this love in our own lives. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to loving like Christ and servant leadership 01:54 Context of John 13 and the significance of the foot washing 03:54 Jesus' knowledge of his upcoming betrayal and his love for his disciples 05:58 The act of Jesus laying aside his garments to serve 07:59 Peter’s initial resistance and the importance of humility in service 10:59 Jesus' love for the imperfect, impetuous, and impenitent 12:46 The spiritual significance of Jesus knowing who would betray him 15:55 The example of servant leadership and its relevance today 18:09 The challenge to love like Christ and serve others 19:54 The connection between love, service, and discipleship 21:53 Jesus' command to serve one another as he served 24:09 The importance of humility and service in Christian leadership 25:56 Reflections on loving the imperfect and impenitent 27:56 The significance of Jesus' knowledge and love in difficult circumstances 29:59 The lesson of washing feet as a symbol of love and humility 32:01 Judas' presence and Jesus' love despite impending betrayal 34:06 The call to serve others as a reflection of Christ’s love 35:59 The blessing of loving and serving as Jesus did 37:51 The challenge for believers to emulate Christ’s servant heart 40:01 Closing thoughts: Loving like Christ in everyday life
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- AP#282August 22 · 35 min
Genealogy - Ben Shanks - August 19, 2026
This lesson explores the fascinating genealogies of Jesus in Matthew and Luke, revealing God's intricate plan through history, human flaws, and divine purpose. Discover why these genealogies differ and what they tell us about God's design for salvation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Genealogies of Jesus 01:51 The Genealogies in Matthew and Luke: An Overview 04:11 Tracing the Lineage from Adam to Noah 06:09 The Significance of the Promises Made to Adam and Seth 07:57 The Role of Enoch, Methuselah, and Noah in the Genealogies 09:46 The Passing of Blessings Through Shem and the Nations 12:13 The Lineage of Abraham and Its Failures 14:04 The Differences in the Genealogies of David in Matthew and Luke 16:11 The Significance of Zerubbabel and the Royal Line 17:54 Why Two Different Genealogies? The Theories 20:13 Luke's Lineage: From Jesus Back to God 21:59 The Purpose of the Genealogies in Matthew and Luke 24:03 God's Design and Human Flaws in Biblical History 26:05 The Role of Conquest, Culture, and Power in History 28:06 The Divine Plan Revealed Through Genealogies 29:55 Conclusion: God's Purpose in Jesus' Lineage
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- AP#281August 17 · 37 min
The Truth of False Prophets and False Teachers - Aaron Cozort - August 16, 2026
This lesson explores the biblical perspective on false prophets and teachers, emphasizing their characteristics, dangers, and the importance of adhering to God's Word. It draws from Ezekiel 13 to highlight how false teachers operate and how to identify and confront them. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ezekiel 13 and false prophets 01:54 Background of Ezekiel's prophetic ministry during exile 04:10 God's command to confront false prophets in Israel 05:59 False prophets speak out of their own hearts, not God's word 07:49 The danger of false visions and divination 10:05 False teachers build false security with untempered mortar 11:46 God's judgment on false prophets and their lies 13:50 The seduction and profanation by false teachers 16:06 The analogy of the storm and the fall of the false wall 18:05 The ultimate contrast: God versus false teachers 20:04 The importance of biblical discernment and vigilance 21:53 Warning against mixing false doctrines with biblical truth 24:02 False teachers' greed and the harm they cause 25:47 God's promise to deliver His people from falsehood 28:02 The church's responsibility to guard against false teachers 30:10 The danger of trusting feelings over God's Word 32:08 The fall of the false wall and the collapse of false security 33:56 The ultimate remedy: reliance on God and His Word 36:10 Invitation and call to faithfulness and vigilance
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- AP#280August 17 · 43 min
Love Thinks No Evil - Aaron Cozort - August 16, 2026
This lesson explores the biblical definition of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13, emphasizing that love does not keep score, does not require revenge, and forgives the unforgivable. It clarifies common misconceptions about love and judgment, and highlights how love guides our actions towards others in accordance with scripture. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to biblical love and its importance 02:03 Love does not keep score or account for wrongs 04:14 Love refuses to insist that accounts be balanced 05:53 Judging rightly according to scripture is necessary 08:58 Love requires judgment on sin and misconduct 12:03 The role of baptism, salvation, and the cross in love 19:10 Restitution and repentance as part of love 23:05 Living in grace and forgiving the unforgivable 29:55 Love suffers long and endures for salvation 39:09 Choosing not to be historical and seeking restoration
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- AP#279August 17 · 41 min
Revelation 18 (Lesson 1) - Aaron Cozort - August 16, 2026
In this lesson, we explore the profound symbolism and prophetic insights of Revelation 18, focusing on the fall of Babylon, the call to God's people to come out, and the lessons from historical and biblical examples of judgment and deliverance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Revelation 18 and its themes 02:01 The angel's authority and the fall of Babylon 04:13 The symbolism of Babylon as a spiritual and economic power 07:01 The call to God's people to come out and be separate 09:01 Lessons from Old Testament city falls: Egypt, Jericho, Babylon 11:56 The principle of divine deliverance through separation 15:04 The fall of Rome as a historical parallel 19:52 The mourning of nations and the rejoicing of heaven 24:53 The rapid destruction of Babylon and its symbolism 30:05 The spiritual significance of blood and martyrdom 35:04 The reasons for Babylon's fall and divine justice 40:03 The victory of God's people and the message of faithfulness
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- AP#278August 15 · 41 min
Worship (Lesson 4) The Laws and Worship - Aaron Cozort - August 12, 2026
In this lesson, we explore the principles of worship as established by Jesus during his time on earth, focusing on the transition from Old Testament worship to the new covenant, and the importance of worshiping in spirit and truth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and overview of the episode 02:06 Jesus travels through Samaria and meets the Samaritan woman 04:02 The historical background of the Samaritans and their relationship with Jews 08:02 Jesus offers the living water and discusses spiritual fulfillment 11:54 The discussion about the location of worship and its significance 16:00 The prophecy of Jeremiah and the new covenant 20:01 Jesus reveals himself as the Messiah to the Samaritan woman 24:10 The transition from Old Testament worship to the new covenant 29:46 The importance of worshiping in spirit and in truth 35:53 Self-examination and the call for true worshipers 40:13 Conclusion and final thoughts on biblical worship
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- AP#277August 10 · 33 min
Christ's Christianity or Checklist Christianity - Walker Cain - August 09, 2026
Walker Cain explores the dangers of following a religious checklist instead of God's Word, emphasizing the importance of understanding and applying Scripture correctly. He highlights how misinterpretations and added traditions can lead us away from true faith and God's plan for salvation. Chapters 00:00 The Power and Pitfalls of Checklists in Life 02:02 Jesus' Ministry and the True Light 04:28 Christ's Teaching in the Sermon on the Mount 06:48 Christ's Fulfillment of the Law 09:36 The New Covenant and Our Responsibility 12:04 The Consequences of Following a Checklist 13:03 The Importance of Doing God's Will 14:00 Beware of False Traditions 14:53 The Dangers of Over-Adding to God's Commands 16:18 The Danger of Following Human Traditions 17:17 What Are We Truly Following? 18:14 The Pharisees and Their Traditions 19:41 The Importance of Inner Purity 22:37 The Pitfalls of Doing Things for Show 24:00 Following Righteousness or Righteous Acts 25:29 God Desires Mercy and Knowledge 27:23 The Greatest Commandment: Love God and Neighbor 28:23 Following God's Love Language 29:20 The Heart of True Worship 30:15 The Call to Genuine Discipleship
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- AP#276August 10 · 42 min
Loving As A Servant - Aaron Cozort - August 09, 2026
This lesson explores the biblical definition of love, emphasizing its selfless nature and importance in the Christian life. It discusses how love should guide our actions, especially in judging others and handling disputes within the church. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to biblical love and its importance 01:59 Love contrasted with miraculous spiritual gifts 03:55 Love does not behave rudely or seek its own 06:03 God's love exemplified through Christ’s sacrifice 10:57 Handling disputes within the church with love 16:55 Judging matters in the church and the importance of wisdom 23:57 The danger of seeking one’s own and the need for love 30:06 Love and liberty: serving others over self-interest 32:46 Eating food offered to idols and loving others enough to abstain 35:58 The importance of love in Christian liberty and actions 39:50 Invitation to accept Christ and live by love and sacrifice
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- AP#275August 10 · 44 min
Revelation 17 (Lesson 3) - Aaron Cozort - August 9, 2026
In this lesson, Aaron Cozort explores the deep symbolism and prophecy in the book of Revelation, emphasizing that it is about the current kingdom of God and its victory, not a future event. He clarifies common misconceptions about the timing of God's kingdom and the significance of the visions John received.
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- AP#274August 7 · 50 min
Worship (Background and Fundamentals) (Lesson 3) - Aaron Cozort - August 05, 2026
This lesson explores the principles of worship in the Bible, emphasizing that worship must be prescribed by God and rooted in a right relationship with Him. It discusses the importance of obedience, faith, and the heart in offering acceptable worship, using examples from Genesis, Isaiah, and Acts. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Worship and Its Significance 03:29 Genesis 4 and the Acceptance of Sacrifice 06:53 God's Prescriptive Nature in Worship 09:35 Faith and Divine Testimony in Creation 14:14 What Makes Worship Acceptable or Unacceptable 19:58 God's Demands Beyond Physical Acts 23:10 The Importance of a Right Relationship with God 25:02 Examples from Acts of Worship and Faith 29:59 The Role of Obedience and Heart in Worship 40:05 The Journey of Seeking God and Worship 44:59 God's Honor and Human Response in Worship 49:48 Encouragement to Invite Others to Worship
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- AP#273August 3 · 33 min
The Good Confession - Justin Evergarden - August 02, 2026
This lesson explores the significance of the good confession in Christianity, examining biblical examples from Jesus, God the Father, angels, and demons. It emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects this confession and the urgency of making it for salvation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Good Confession 00:43 Jesus' Good Confession Before Pilate 03:12 The Significance of Jesus' Confession 06:30 God the Father's Confession of Jesus 09:50 Other Biblical Confessors: Nathaniel, Peter, Thomas 15:37 Demons' Confession of Jesus' Divinity 17:58 Faith, Works, and the Process of Salvation 19:00 The Importance of Confessing Jesus for Salvation 24:24 Living a Life of Confession 28:12 The Judgment and the Confession of All 29:00 The Urgency of Making the Good Confession Now
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- AP#272August 3 · 38 min
Love Is Not... (Part 2) - Aaron Cozort - August 02, 2026
This lesson explores the profound teachings of 1 Corinthians 13, focusing on how love should influence our behavior within the church community. It emphasizes that love is not just a feeling but a guiding principle for how Christians interact with one another. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Love in Christian Life 01:57 The Context of 1 Corinthians 13: Love as a Bond Among Christians 04:12 Attributes of Love: Patience, Kindness, and Humility 06:02 Love Does Not Behave Rudely: What That Means in Practice 07:52 Examples of Improper Behavior in Corinth and Their Lessons 09:53 Cultural Norms and Conscience: Head Coverings and Social Expectations 12:03 The Lord's Supper: Respect, Reverence, and Love 13:59 Unity in the Church: How Love Promotes Harmony 15:57 Practical Applications: Living Out Biblical Love Today 17:55 Conclusion: Love as the Greatest Virtue and Its Impact on Our Lives
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- AP#271August 3 · 44 min
Revelation 17 (Lesson 2) - Aaron Cozort - August 02, 2026
This lesson explores the deep symbolism in Revelation 17, connecting it with Daniel's visions and historical context of Rome's emperors. It clarifies the timing of the book's writing and the significance of the beast and harlot imagery. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Revelation 17 and its Symbols 01:56 The Connection Between Revelation and Daniel 7 03:50 The Identity of the Woman and the Beast 06:05 The Timing of Revelation's Writing and Roman Emperors 08:05 The Significance of Seven Hills and Seven Kings 10:07 The Beast's Tenses and Its Implications 12:08 The Egyptian Plagues and Revelation's Judgment 14:00 The Beast's Resurrection and Impostor Nature 16:03 The Historical Context of Roman Emperors from Augustus to Domitian 18:00 The Prophecy of the Ten Horns and Kings 20:04 The Destruction of Jerusalem and Its Prophetic Fulfillment 21:51 The Ultimate Victory of God's Kingdom
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- AP#266July 30 · 38 min
Matthew 5: 31-32 (Marriage, Truthfulness and Restraint) - Justin Evergarden - July 22, 2026
Justin Evergarden explores Matthew 5, focusing on the true meaning of marriage, divorce, honesty, and non-retaliation. This lesson emphasizes biblical authority, integrity, and Christian conduct in everyday life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Prayer 00:57 Transition from Lust to Marriage: Sacredness of Marriage 02:01 Jesus' Authority and the True Meaning of Divorce 03:01 The Legal and Covenant Aspects of Marriage 05:01 Marriage as a Divine Institution Established by God 06:24 Marriage and the Authority of God, Not Man 07:30 The Permanence of Marriage and Biblical Grounds for Divorce 09:55 The Foundation of Biblical Marriage and Authority 11:32 Personal Responsibility and Working Out Salvation 12:44 The Exception of Fornication and Its Significance 15:00 The Ripple Effect of Unscriptural Divorce 16:40 Oaths and Honesty: The Importance of Truthfulness 20:39 The Seriousness of Oaths and Sacred Language 23:49 The Power of Words and Integrity in Speech 24:39 Revenge and Restraint: Turning Away from Vengeance 30:11 The Christian Response to Evil and Persecution 33:29 Christ's Power and Restraint in the Face of Abuse 35:54 Practical Applications of Restraint and Generosity 38:25 Conclusion and Next Steps in Christian Living
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- AP#270July 30 · 42 min
Manna Farm Presentation - Gage Coldwater - July 29, 2026
Gage Coldwater shares his inspiring journey of mission work, focusing on sustainable support methods, agricultural training, and the development of a global training center for missionaries. Discover how innovative farming techniques and strategic planning are transforming mission efforts worldwide. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gage's Mission Background 01:26 The Nepal Mission and Initial Challenges 04:09 Urban Farming in Kathmandu: Cows and Manure 06:09 Teaching Self-Supporting Skills: Gardening and Rabbits 09:21 Innovative Farming: Snails and Aquaponics 12:18 Teaching Agriculture in Cameroon and Myanmar 14:02 Building Preaching Schools in Africa 18:10 Outreach in El Salvador and Muslim Communities 21:15 Self-Supporting Preachers and Gospel Growth 24:51 School of Church Growth and Bible Training 31:32 The Vision for a Global Mission Training Center 34:10 Property Details in Belize and Future Plans 37:26 Preparing Missionaries for Cultural and Practical Challenges 39:44 Funding and Support Goals for the Belize Project 41:29 Call for Support and Prayers
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- AP#269July 27 · 40 min
The Godly Rule - Walker Cain - July 26, 2026
Walker Cain explores the biblical principles of the godly rule, emphasizing how to treat others' business, plans, possessions, and personal information with love and discretion, rooted in Scripture. This lesson offers practical guidance on living out the golden rule in everyday interactions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Godly Rule and Love 00:39 The Difference Between the Golden Rule and the Godly Rule 01:16 The Greatest Commandment and Loving Your Neighbor 02:29 Treating Others' Business with Helpfulness, Not Meddling 04:03 Working and Doing Your Own Business as a Christian 06:54 The Danger of Meddling and How to Avoid It 08:45 Respecting Privacy and Knowing When to Refrain 10:08 The Need for Discretion and Not Distributing Secrets 18:55 Treating Others' Plans with Respect and Wisdom 20:54 The Seriousness of Idolatry and Leading Others into Sin 23:01 The Importance of Not Following Sin Due to Relationships 28:53 Respecting Others' Decisions and Plans 29:23 Following God's Plans and Not Disregarding Them 32:36 Treating Others' Possessions and Moods with Respect 36:40 Handling Others' History and Forgiveness Biblically 38:56 Summary: Living Out the Biblical Principles of Love and Discretion
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- AP#268July 27 · 45 min
Love (Love Is Not... Part 1) - Aaron Cozort - July 26, 2026
In this lesson, Aaron Cozort explores the true meaning of love according to 1 Corinthians 13, contrasting it with the behaviors of the Corinthian church. He emphasizes that love is demonstrated through humility, selflessness, and God's actions, not pride or self-interest. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to 1 Corinthians 13 and the concept of love 00:31 What love is not: Paul’s description in 1 Corinthians 02:26 The significance of speaking in tongues and spiritual gifts 04:19 The purpose of spiritual gifts and their temporary nature 10:50 Love does not envy, parade itself, or puff up 18:46 Love is not puffed up or self-promoting 22:19 The folly of worldly wisdom and boasting in men 29:59 Dealing with sin and moral issues in the church 39:19 The importance of self-examination and the Lord’s Supper 40:18 Unity in the body of Christ and spiritual diversity 43:03 God’s demonstration of love through Christ’s sacrifice 44:23 Invitation to enter and return to the love of God
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- AP#267July 27 · 46 min
Revelation 17 (Lesson 1) - Aaron Cozort - July 26, 2026
Explore the intricate connections between Revelation, Daniel, and Old Testament imagery, focusing on the judgment of great cities and nations, especially Rome, and the symbolism of the harlot and beast.
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- AP#265July 22 · 14 min
Who Is Called - Eric Halverson - July 19, 2026
This sermon explores the concept of calling from a biblical perspective, emphasizing that all believers are called to serve God with their lives, regardless of occupation or status. It encourages personal reflection on how to live out this calling daily. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: What Do You Do When Called? 00:35 Romans 12: Living Sacrifices and Spiritual Gifts 02:25 The Call to Love and Serve Others 03:18 Who Is Called? Not Just Select Individuals 04:55 Defining Your Identity Beyond Occupation 05:20 God's Call for All Believers 06:09 The Call to Be Children of God 07:00 Christ's Call and Salvation 08:53 Living in Gratitude for Our Calling 09:23 Pursuing Christlikeness and Holiness 10:45 The Spirit-Filled Life and Service 11:16 The Final Hope: Glorification and Eternal Glory 12:14 Living Out Our Calling Daily 13:35 Using Talents to Reflect Christ 14:03 The Call to Service and Final Invitation
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