Life on the West Side

Everyone I know longs for genuine happiness, lasting peace, real beauty, ultimate purpose, and honest, sincere and overwhelming love. I want you to know that Jesus came so that you can experience rich, abundant life and overwhelming love! Join me, Nathan Guy, preaching minister for the West Side Church of Christ in Searcy, Arkansas, as I share my passion for Jesus Christ in weekly teachings, conduct exciting interviews with other ministers, authors and church leaders, and discuss things learned along the way. Each episode will offer a recent sermon or interview with inspiring guests intended to encourage you in your faith formation as disciples of Jesus Christ. In addition, I will link to further resources such as a discussion guide, points to ponder, and recommended resources. You can watch these sermons and find more resources at nathanguy.com, follow me @nathanpguy and subscribe to my weekly e-mail at nathanguy.substack.com.

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Glittering Vices

August 03, 2026 • Nathan Guy • Season 5 • Episode 62

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The 7 Deadly Sins. Why are they so tempting? Why are these 7 listed so prominently in Christian history? Join us as we discuss the capital vices and learn how to turn from sin.

The sermon today is titled "Glittering Vices." This sermon is the first installment in our series "Turning From Sin." The Scripture reading is from Ephesians 4:22-24 & Colossians 3:5-14 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 23, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Relinquishing Our idols and GROW: Spiritual Formation.

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Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):

Rebecca DeYoung, Glittering Vices.

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