All of Keith’s presentations can be tailored to fit your needs. Keith can present from 20 minutes to 2 hours. Any of these presentations can also be used as the topic for a weekend retreat or special event.

The Gospel of John

The story of Jesus Christ – teacher, healer, friend, Savior – as told by the beloved disciple. The places He went. The people He touched. The feelings He felt. The love He still shares. Ponder the Word becoming flesh. Marvel at the changing of water into wine. Dance with the healed paralytic. Share the confusion of the disciples at the Last Supper. Weep as you witness the crucifixion. And let your heart leap as you discover anew that the tomb is empty.

Romans

What if all the basics of Christianity – grace, sin, forgiveness, salvation – could be unpacked in one hour? The apostle Paul does that very thing in his letter to the Christians in Rome. He speaks of the sinful state of the world and the amazing grace of God. He shares about judgmental attitudes and a call to unity. Not only does Paul explain the basics of our faith, but he concludes by showing us how to translate internal faith into external actions.

Sermon on the Mount

Some call it Jesus’ most “complete” sermon. This is it – the heart of the matter. In Matthew 5-7 we have Jesus talking in His own words about what matters to Him. Attitudes. Sex. Money. Integrity. The poor. The Kingdom. Prayer. Worry. Wisdom. Foolishness. It’s all there. And as we listen we realize that Jesus is calling us to more – and offering more – than we could ever imagine.

Galatians

Freedom. What do you think of when you hear that word? Paul had taught the people in the churches of Galatia about a free life in Christ. After his departure some infiltrated the church with a message that was about anything but freedom. Paul heard about it – and was furious! Furious with these “false brothers” for leading others astray. And frustrated with the Galatians for giving up freedom in Christ for a legalistic life in slavery to the law. Freedom vs. legalism. Certainly a message we still need today.

Ephesians

Paul looks at the church in Ephesus and he sees a church divided. A church with one group (Jews) who believe that God calling them His “chosen people” means that the Gentiles (the other group) aren’t really part of the family. The Gentiles aren’t sure where they fit in – although they know they believe in Jesus. So Paul writes to them both about the unity that comes from the gospel of Jesus Christ. Through the cross, Jesus brought all people together and gave each of us the opportunity to be “in.” Paul is sold out to this gospel. He spends the first half of this letter plainly explaining the gospel. He devotes the second half to showing what our lives will look like if we join with Paul and become “servants of this gospel.”

Philippians

Servanthood. Joy. Grace. Peace. Encouragement. Strength. All of these topics are covered from – of all places – prison. The Apostle Paul has much to say in this brief letter to his beloved friends in Philippi. As Paul sits in prison, bound with chains, he pens a letter that contains some variation of the word “joy” more times per chapter than any other book in the entire Bible! Wading through the riches of this letter is right where we need to be in order for the humbled, crucified, and resurrected Christ to transform our attitudes and our lives.

Colossians

Jesus Christ. All the fullness of God in the form of man. The Apostle Paul is reminding the church in Colosse – and us – that our fullness is only found in Him. Again and again Paul shows that the entirety of our faith, both internal beliefs and external actions, must be based solely on Christ rather than the principles of the world.

I Thessalonians

In this letter, we have – most likely – the first writings of the Apostle Paul. As he writes to the church in Thessalonica, Paul thanks God for them, encourages them to share the gospel, be an encouragement to others, and to live lives worthy of the gospel. He reminds them – and us – that how we live, work, play, and treat one another speaks much more loudly and clearly than our words ever could.

II Timothy

Written from death row in a Roman prison, the Apostle Paul knows this is the last letter he will ever write. He uses his final words to exhort, teach, warn, and encourage Timothy, his dear friend and fellow pastor. His love for Timothy is genuine. His sorrow is evident. His warnings are clear. And his passion for spreading the Gospel is as strong as ever. As we eavesdrop on this very personal letter from a mentor to his most beloved student, we can’t help but realize that we were meant to hear this message all along.

I Peter

What do you do when the hard times come? Not just tragedy, but the day-to-day struggles of living a holy life. Jesus never said our life on earth was going to be comfortable. In fact, He said the opposite. Jesus also didn’t want His people to barely survive; never knowing the joy that should exist in a daily walk with Him. Peter shares the secret of experiencing that joy while living a holy life, serving others, and keeping our focus on the hope of eternal glory.

II Peter

You have everything it takes to win this race called “life.” You can know your opponent (and you do have one). You have a God that is for you and longs for your salvation and holiness. II Peter may be a very short letter (only three chapters), but it has a great message on holiness, spiritual warfare, alertness, God’s patience, God’s justice, and our provision from Him and position in Him. 

Jonah

There are two things we may never comprehend: how much God hates wickedness, and how much He loves us. Jonah is sent to a nation far away with a message concerning the first topic. In the end, we all discover the reality of the second. And sandwiched in the middle is a story about how much trouble can be avoided if we simply obey God…the first time He speaks.

*Christmas Drama*

What I Saw (40 minutes) Note: this is the only presentation Keith offers that is not straight Scripture.

Charles Fussbudget III, Shep, and Bruno Buccelli. I bet you didn’t realize they were actually there for that first Christmas. OK, so they aren’t written about in the Bible, but they can sure tell the story. Charles is a family friend and the CPA of Jacob & Sons Construction. Shep is a First Year S.A.P. (That’s the Shepherd Apprentice Program.) Bruno is the full-time bodyguard for the Three Wise Men. All three tell their stories with their own unique twists.

What I Saw is perfect for Sunday services, dessert theatres, or outreach events during the holiday season. You’ll not only laugh – you’ll come away with a fresh, new perspective on the greatest Gift ever given.