Oaks Church Cookeville

What does it really mean to be pro-life? This week, Bryan is joined by Lisa Reeves and Meredith Vaughn from the Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic for an honest conversation about compassion, grace, and caring for vulnerable people. Beginning with Jesus' interaction with the woman caught in adultery in John 8, they explore how the heart of Christ shapes the way we respond to unplanned pregnancies, abortion, healing, and practical support for families. You'll hear about the ministry happening every day through the Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic, common misconceptions they encounter, and the many ways the local church can come alongside women, men, and families with truth, hope, and tangible care. Whether you're familiar with this ministry or hearing about it for the first time, this conversation is an invitation to reflect the compassion of Jesus in a broken world.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
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Credits
Speaker: Bryan Vaughn
Guests: Lisa Reeves and Meredith VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

What kind of impact can one faithful life make?
As Oaks Church celebrates three years together, Bryan reflects on the power of small acts of obedience and the ripple effects of God's kingdom. Drawing from Psalm 130, we're reminded that God is not a record-keeper of our failures but a God of forgiveness, mercy, and full redemption.
This message also highlights one of the church plants Oaks Church supports: Refuge Community Church in Clarkrange, Tennessee. Bryan sits down with Jackson and Paige White to hear how God is working through their growing church family, restoring lives, reaching the unchurched, and creating new opportunities for people to encounter Jesus.
Whether you're feeling hopeful, weary, or wondering how your life fits into God's story, this message offers a fresh invitation to trust God's grace and join His work in the world. Listen in and consider what it means to be the expression of God's kingdom as we follow Jesus together.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

This month, as Oaks Church gathers around the Lord’s Table, Bryan reflects on a powerful conversation in John 6 where Jesus declares, “I am the bread of life.” After sharing stories from Oaks' recent trip to Oregon and the ways God worked through simple acts of service, the message turns to a deeper question: What are we feeding our souls?
In a world full of things that promise satisfaction but leave us hungry, Jesus invites us to find true life in Him. Through His words about bread, blood, belief, and eternal life, we discover that knowing God is not about religious performance—it’s about trusting and feasting on Christ Himself.
What we consume shapes what we crave. Join us as we reflect on the invitation of Jesus to find lasting life, hope, and satisfaction in Him alone.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

What does real obedience look like—and how do we avoid deceiving ourselves into thinking we're following Jesus when we're really just listening?
Guest speaker Craig Conner reflects on the book of James and Jesus' teaching about building our lives on a firm foundation. Through stories from Scripture, including King Saul's partial obedience and Jesus' words in Matthew 7, Craig challenges us to move beyond simply hearing God's Word and begin putting it into practice. True obedience isn't driven by obligation or fear, but by a growing love for Jesus that transforms us from the inside out.
As we spend time with Jesus, we become more like Him—and eventually begin doing what He did. Join us as we explore what it means to build a life rooted in truth, shaped by grace, and marked by joyful obedience.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

As Bryan concludes our journey through the book of James, he reflects on James 5:19–20 and the heart of God for those who have drifted from the truth. Drawing from the Parable of the Prodigal Son, the Lost Sheep, and Jesus' teachings in Matthew 18, this message reminds us that God's heart is always pursuing, restoring, and welcoming people home.
Whether you've wandered yourself or know someone who has, this sermon challenges us to respond with prayer, compassion, patience, and grace. Rather than condemning those who are struggling, we're invited to reflect the heart of the Good Shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to pursue the one.
Join us as we discover what it means to love people back toward Jesus and become part of God's work of restoration.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

What if prayer isn't about getting God to do what we want, but about joining Him in what He's already doing?
In James 5:13–18, we're reminded that prayer is not reserved for spiritual giants like Elijah. James tells us that Elijah was "a human being even as we are," inviting us to approach God with the same confidence and faith. Whether we're suffering, celebrating, struggling with sickness, or carrying burdens we can't bear alone, James points us toward a simple response: pray.
This message explores the power of prayer, the role of confession and community, the mystery of healing, and what it means to participate with God rather than trying to control Him. Through the example of Elijah and the teachings of James, we're invited to trust God's character, bring Him our requests, and walk with Him in every season of life.
Listen in and consider where God may be inviting you into deeper dependence and prayer.
What does it look like to remain faithful when life is hard?
In this week's message from James 5:7–12, Bryan explores the biblical call to perseverance through suffering, uncertainty, and waiting. Looking at the examples of Polycarp, the Old Testament prophets, and Job, we're reminded that faithfulness is not measured by comfort or success, but by steadfast trust in God. James encourages believers to be patient, stand firm, and live with integrity as we wait for the return of Christ.
Through the lens of Jesus—the ultimate suffering servant—we discover that the Christian life is not a path around hardship, but a long obedience in the same direction. Even in a broken world, we can find hope because Christ has overcome the world and is making all things new.
Listen in and reflect on what it means to follow Jesus faithfully in every season.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

What does it look like to remain faithful when life is hard?
In this week's message from James 5:7–12, Bryan explores the biblical call to perseverance through suffering, uncertainty, and waiting. Looking at the examples of Polycarp, the Old Testament prophets, and Job, we're reminded that faithfulness is not measured by comfort or success, but by steadfast trust in God. James encourages believers to be patient, stand firm, and live with integrity as we wait for the return of Christ.
Through the lens of Jesus—the ultimate suffering servant—we discover that the Christian life is not a path around hardship, but a long obedience in the same direction. Even in a broken world, we can find hope because Christ has overcome the world and is making all things new.
Listen in and reflect on what it means to follow Jesus faithfully in every season.
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative

In James 5:1–6, Bryan examines the dangers of placing our trust in wealth, comfort, and control. Through the story of the rich young ruler and Jesus' teaching on money, we're invited to embrace generosity, sacrifice, and deeper dependence on God. This message challenges us to consider where our treasure truly is and how the way of Jesus reshapes our priorities.
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church

What if the root of our conflict with others is actually something deeper happening within us?This week in Oaks Church, Bryan walks through James 4 and uncovers the hidden power of pride in our lives. From the story of the Titanic to the teachings of Jesus, we’re reminded that pride doesn’t just damage relationships. It creates distance between us and God. James calls us to humility, confession, repentance, and a life shaped by the way of Jesus rather than the values of the world.
Through passages in James, 1 Peter, Philippians, and insights from C.S. Lewis, this message invites us to examine our hearts, resist pride, and draw near to God with honesty and humility.
Listen in and reflect on what it might look like to think of yourself less and love others more.
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church

In this special family blessing and parent commissioning gathering, Bryan Vaughn teaches from Deuteronomy 6 about raising children in the way of Jesus. Through Scripture, testimony, and communal prayer, Oaks Church reflects on the responsibility and privilege of discipling the next generation through everyday life and faithful presence.
Scripture References
Deuteronomy 6
Proverbs 22:6
Matthew 22:37–39
Luke 2:52
Next Steps
Join us Sunday at Oaks Church
Pray for the families commissioned this week
Practice intentional discipleship rhythms at home
Connect with a community group
Learn more about upcoming “Rooted at Home” gatherings
Credits
Speaker: Bryan VaughnProduction: Sight & Sound Creative
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Oaks Church is a multi-generational gathering of believers who are following Jesus together, becoming the expression of the Kingdom of God to our world, and encouraging one another to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
oakscookeville.church