http://www.fbcbenbrook.org/sermons en-us Mon, 07 Nov 2022 23:07:25 GMT Hipcast RSS Feeder 2.00c Religion & Spirituality 60 https://tpylant.hipcast.com/albumart/1000_1667862445.jpg http://www.fbcbenbrook.org/sermons episodic Todd Pylant tpylant@fbcbenbrook.org The Sunday morning sermons delivered by Todd Pylant at the First Baptist Church of Benbrook, Texas Mon, 07 Nov 2022 23:07:16 GMT full 1920 clean Most of us associate thanksgiving with the holiday we celebrate on the fourth Thursday in November. But for followers of Christ, thanksgiving should permeate all of our walk in Christ. In fact, we are called to abound in thanksgiving as we are rooted and built up in Christ. What exactly is thanksgiving, and what does it look like for thanksgiving to so permeate our lives that we abound in thanksgiving? (Colossians 2.1-7) November 6, 2022. Mon, 31 Oct 2022 20:09:37 GMT full 1822 clean The gospel of Jesus Christ is truly amazing. Not only are we forgiven of our many sins by God's grace through the atoning death of Jesus, but we receive the gift of the Holy Spirit when we put our faith in Christ. The Holy Spirit is not only at work within us, transforming us into the image of Christ, but the Spirit is also at work through us to build up the body of Christ. With such an amazing gospel, why did Paul need to tell the church to use their spiritual gifts? Why wouldn't they be using their gifts as the natural overflow of their salvation? (Romans 12.3-8) October 30, 2022 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 22:13:16 GMT full 1570 clean Why did God choose to give differing gifts to Christians? His divine eternal plan is to create one household of faith, where His children share the love of the Father with each other. But our sin natures make this hard to live out. How do the biblical passages on spiritual gifts encourage us to think and act in such a way as to preserve the unity of the body of Christ for His glory? (Romans 12.3-6) October 23, 2022 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 15:22:06 GMT full 2219 clean Since spiritual gifts are the manifestation of the Holy Spirit in and through the believer, it is natural that we have some questions about how this works. But, we don’t want to allow the mystery of spiritual gifts to keep us from the mystery of spiritual gifts. Join us for a conversation about the top questions that many Christians have about spiritual gifts. (Romans 12.4-6) October 16, 2022. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 17:12:37 GMT full 1727 clean At the end of Moses’ life, he wrote down all the words of the law in a book and placed it beside the ark. Yet, many scholars today believe that Moses was not the principle author of the Pentateuch, but that it was written hundreds of years later to support the new monarchy and temple worship in Jerusalem. Why is it important that we believe Moses was the principle author of the Pentateuch? Because there is a spiritual battle going on for our faith in Christ, and what we believe about Scripture and what we do with Scripture will determine victory or defeat. (Deuteronomy 31.24-29) October 2, 2022 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:23:34 GMT full 2105 clean The story of Balaam and his talking donkey is surely one of the weirdest stories from the exodus. As we look deeper than the surface story, we find that Israel was supposed to learn that God is sovereign over all of His creation and present and active in creation. It should have encouraged them to move boldly toward the Promised Land because if God was for them, who could be against them? Unfortunately, they chose to embrace the “god of this world,” which at that time was the pagan god Baal. This temptation is common to us today, leading many in our culture to reject the idea of a sovereign and present God and to embrace the god of this world, modern day naturalism. But even believers can believe in a sovereign God but believe Him to NOT be present and active in this world. In the end, Balaam was right. We will either live with a question mark or an exclamation point after the words, “What has God wrought.” (September 25, 2022) Numbers 23.19-23. Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:50:04 GMT full 1710 clean After all that Moses had to endure leading a grumbling group of people through the wilderness, he was disqualified from entering the Promised Land himself for the simple crime of hitting a rock with a stick. Why was the sin of Moses such a big deal in the eyes of God? And what can we learn about being an Ambassador for Christ from his mistakes? (Numbers 20.1-13) September 11, 2022 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 22:13:04 GMT full 2044 clean The Bible teaches us that we are to submit to authority, but most of our favorite Bible stories are about godly people resisting authority. The story of Korah's rebellion against Moses makes us think about what the Bible has to say about authority. (Numbers 16) September 4, 2022 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:21:05 GMT full 1653 clean When we come face to face with the Giants in our land, whom do we fear? Do we fear the giants or fear the Lord? How does the presence of God, the Word of God, the ways of God, and our relationship with God impact those life changing moments? (Numbers 13-14) August 28, 2022 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 18:00:00 GMT full 568 clean Many of the stories from the exodus experience involve the wrath of God being poured out upon His people in response to their sin and rebellion. How does the wrath of God relate to the grace of the new covenant? As we think through the gospel, we see that the wrath of God drives us to the grace of God and calls us to rest under the discipline of a loving heavenly Father. (Numbers 13.1-3) August 21, 2022 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:17:27 GMT full 2249 clean Why did God spend so much time giving specific instructions to Moses about how to build the tabernacle? What was God communicating to His people by gifting them with the tabernacle? How does the tabernacle point to Jesus? By reading Exodus 40 and Hebrews 9-10, we learn that God wants to dwell with His people, that our sin separates us from a holy God, and that through Jesus we can draw near to the dwelling place of God. (Exodus 40) August 14, 2020 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:00:00 GMT full 2016 clean Guest preacher Matt Miller takes an in-depth look at the Golden Calf story in Exodus 32 (August 7, 2022). Tue, 02 Aug 2022 16:38:15 GMT full 1943 clean The Ten Commandments are one of the most iconic passages of Scripture in the entire Bible, but they present an interesting question for gospel loving Christians. What is the relationship of the law to the gospel of grace? How are we both “no longer under the law” and yet called to obey “all His commands”? Why do we embrace these commands that God gave Moses on the mountain, but dismiss almost all the rest of them? How do we read the law in light of the gospel of grace? (Exodus 20.1-17) July 31, 2022 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 22:17:44 GMT full 2035 clean After delivering His people from slavery in Egypt, the Lord took the children of Israel on a long journey of a changed manner of life to root out the evils of their past. And while it is easy to look down on them for their constant grumbling, the truth is that we are on the same journey of sanctification, and often don’t fare any better. But the good news is that God is gracious and merciful to us as our spiritual growth has its ups and downs. Furthermore, the story of God providing manna in the desert reminds us that the real test of our faith is about trusting in the Lord and the “glory question.” (Exodus 15.22-16.30) July 17, 2022 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 21:59:55 GMT full 2016 clean The crossing of the Red Sea is the most well-known of all the stories of Exodus, and it can be explored from many points of view. But it is ground zero for what we believe about God, about the Scriptures, and how we walk in faith with Him. The crossing of the Red Sea forces us to answer three important questions: Do we believe that God is sovereign over creation? Do we believe that the Scriptures are trustworthy? Do we believe that we need worship to nourish our soul? (Exodus 14) July 10, 2022 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 16:15:00 GMT full 2162 clean The call of Moses was both unique and common to all people of God. If you are a follower of Christ, you have both been called and are being called. That is why learning from the excuses Moses gave to God as to why he could not do what God was telling him to do is so important for us today. We give the same excuses, but God calls us to His own purposes and grace. By taking a closer look at this story, we see that we all stand before the burning bush. (Exodus 3.1-10) June 19, 2022 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 22:48:16 GMT full 1680 clean The truth that we are justified by faith is more than a doctrine to debate. It is a life changing experience. Those who are justified by faith are crucified with Christ, our old selves die with Christ, and we are made alive, born again. The life we now live, we live by faith in the Jesus Christ who lives in us and for us. And if God is for us, who can be against us? (Galatians 2.15-21) June 5, 2022 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 20:28:45 GMT full 1791 clean When we are justified by faith in Christ Jesus, we receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Those who belong to God have the Spirit dwelling in them. And since we have new life through the Spirit, we should walk in the Spirit and keep in step with the Spirit. This is the way that followers of Christ put to death the flesh. But how do we walk by the Spirit? (Galatians 5.16-26) May 29, 2022 Tue, 24 May 2022 15:04:36 GMT full 1856 clean Scripture tells us that it was for freedom that Christ has set us free. In fact, we have been called to freedom. But what does that mean? Does that mean that since our sins are forgiven we are now free to do whatever we want? No, what we discover is that we have been set free from sin so that we can belong to Christ and bear fruit for God. (Galatians 5.1-15) May 22, 2022 Mon, 09 May 2022 19:06:47 GMT full 1936 clean The Scriptures tell us that the “righteous shall live by faith,” but what does righteousness mean? Righteousness describes the person and character of God. Righteousness also describes the righteousness of Christ imputed by faith. But righteousness also describes the pursuit of those who have been justified by faith. How do we pursue righteousness in the new way of the Spirit and not in the old way of works? (Galatians 3.10-14) May 8, 2022 Mon, 02 May 2022 21:35:25 GMT full 1602 clean The Scriptures tell us that we are justified by faith and not by works, and that this is a gift that we receive by faith. But when the Bible uses the word “faith,” what exactly is it talking about? As we continue to explore Paul’s letter to the churches in Galatia where he clarifies the genuine gospel of Jesus Christ, we find out that faith is believing in the truths of the gospel, acting upon the truths of the gospel, and bearing the fruit of the gospel. (Galatians 3.1-9). May 1, 2022. Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:57:27 GMT full 1893 clean Galatians 1.1-9 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 20:39:35 GMT full 1932 clean How do you draw the undrawable? The hope of eternal life, the new heavens and new earth, where God makes all things new, is the indescribable future that is difficult to describe. The prophet Isaiah helps us learn to draw the undrawable by contrasting the hope of the Eternal Kingdom of God with the vanity and futility of this world, as described by the book of Ecclesiastes. In Romans 8, the apostle Paul does the same, but the prophet Isaiah paints a beautiful picture of the hope for which we were saved. (Isaiah 65.17-25) April 10, 2022. Mon, 04 Apr 2022 20:54:56 GMT full 1907 clean “Dear Lord, I need you to rip open the gates of heaven and come down here and do the kind of things you used to do in the Bible days!” If you have ever prayed like that, you are praying the words of Isaiah 64. The good news is that God did rent the heavens and came down at the incarnation, and He will rend the heavens again and come down at the Second Coming of Jesus. But, God still rends the heavens and comes down when we pray. And this is why we pray Kingdom Centered Miracle Prayers. (Isaiah 64.1-12) April 3, 2022. Mon, 21 Mar 2022 19:34:16 GMT full 1881 clean The Scriptures teach us that the Old Testament prophets (like Isaiah) bore witness to the gospel and the apostles (like Paul) proclaimed the gospel of Jesus Christ. Isaiah prophesied about the coming “arm of the Lord” who would bring salvation, righteousness, redemption, and a new covenant, and the apostle Paul not only saw Jesus as the fulfillment of that prophecy but then applied the new covenant to the people of God striving to walk as children of the light in a dark world. (Isaiah 59.14-60.3) March 20, 2022 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:59:45 GMT full 2044 clean One of the many reasons why our fellowship with God is broken, our prayers are hindered, and God’s gracious work in our lives is thwarted is because of unconfessed and unrepentant sin. The prophet Isaiah confronted God’s people with this hard truth centuries ago, but God’s people still need to hear it. This is why the spiritual discipline of confession is an important part of our walk with Christ, but the discipline needs to be specific, lead to repentance, and be empowered by grace. (Isaiah 59.1-13) March 13, 2022 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 18:09:04 GMT full 1894 clean What does it take to make us happy? Since the dawn of time, we have been searching for happiness, meaning, contentment, and satisfaction in places that are powerless to satisfy. The prophet Isaiah asked the question, “Why do you labor for that which does not satisfy?” God invites us to find satisfaction in Him through Christ in us, but we must make the faith step to confess that God alone, the creator and sustainer of our souls, has the power and ability to satisfy our souls. (Isaiah 55.1-13) March 6, 2022 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 17:55:35 GMT full 2028 clean Fasting is abstaining from food for a spiritual purpose, and it has been practiced as a spiritual discipline by the people of God since the very beginning, and continues to be today. Fasting is often connected with mourning and confession, but usually it is associated with desperate prayer. The prophet Isaiah described how fasting can become displeasing to the Lord, but also reminds us of a great promise that God does respond to God pleasing fasting. In light of the recent crisis in Ukraine, we are invited and challenged to give the Lord the gift of a fast as we desperately pray for peace. (Isaiah 58.1-12) February 27, 2022. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:23:17 GMT full 1928 clean In what might be the most important chapter of the entire Old Testament, the Word of the Lord came through the prophet Isaiah, speaking of Jesus, the Servant of the Lord. These 15 verses lay out the truth about Jesus: His incarnation, substitutionary atonement, and imputed righteousness to those who believe in Him. (Isaiah 52.13-53.12) February 20, 2022 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:58:26 GMT full 1940 clean One story keeps playing itself over and over throughout the history of God’s relationship with His people: God’s people forget their calling, forsake His ways, and go after other gods. Isaiah 48 is a vivid reminder that our rebellion might lead the Father to put us through the “furnace of affliction,” to refine us for His name’s sake. But the prophet also reminds us that we can never “out sin” the steadfast love of the Lord. The merciful God is determined to redeem His people. (Isaiah 48.9-11) January 30, 2022 Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:29:35 GMT full 2065 clean How big is our God? Is God big enough to reveal to the prophet Isaiah the name of the king of a kingdom that wouldn’t exist for another 70 years, to name the king by name 130 years before he took the throne, to claim that God would cause this kingdom to become the largest the world had ever known, and to claim that this king would accomplish His purpose whether he wanted to or not? That is exactly the point of Isaiah 45, and this picture of a big God increases our faith in Him as we face the trials and toils of life. (Isaiah 44.24-45.13) January 23, 2022 Mon, 17 Jan 2022 20:57:35 GMT full 1914 clean In the words of the apostle John, followers of Christ are to “keep ourselves from idols.” But is idol worship really a sin that modern day Christians who live in a western, scientific world really need to concern ourselves with? What we can we learn from the prophet Isaiah and the apostle Paul about idol worship? What does modern day idolatry look like? (Isaiah 44.6-20) January 16, 2022 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 16:01:47 GMT full 1875 clean We take for granted the truth that God loves us, but when life gets real and painful, we often doubt His love. Isaiah 43 reminds us of God’s steadfast love, that we are precious to Him because He created us, formed us, called us, and redeemed us. God’s love for us is not based upon our worthiness but upon His eternal character, and the cross is the “once and for all” definite statement of His love. (Isaiah 43.1-7) January 9, 2022 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 17:08:25 GMT full 2181 clean One of our favorite Christmas songs, O Holy Night, features the line, “a thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices.” Isaiah prophesied that a child would be born, and the angel confirmed to Mary that Jesus was in fact that child. His birth was, and is, good news of great joy, for He is the Prince of Peace and of the increase of His peace there will be no end. But how can we experience this peace today in a world that remains so weary? Is it possible for the weary world to continue to rejoice? (Isaiah 9.1-7) December 12, 2021 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 21:19:45 GMT full 2105 clean When the gospel of Matthew tells the Christmas story, it presents the virgin conception as the fulfillment of a prophecy of Isaiah. However, it also says that His name should be called “Immanuel.” What does it mean to call Jesus “Immanuel”? By looking at the context of the original prophecy, we hear that calling Jesus “Immanuel” is a confession that we believe Jesus is God in flesh, a testimony that God is with us through the indwelling Holy Spirit, and an encouragement to trust Him because our Good Shepherd is with us in the valley of shadows. (Isaiah 7.14) December 5, 2021 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 22:48:57 GMT full 1781 clean The first section of the book of Isaiah is all about trusting the Lord. This section ends with the story of Hezekiah, a king who was challenged to trust the Lord to deliver Judah from the Assyrian army. But the story is complex, and serves as a reminder to us that we should keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, give God the glory when given the opportunity, and be more concerned about the nations coming to know Jesus as Lord than our own prosperity and security (Isaiah 36-39) November 28, 2021 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 23:09:46 GMT full 2369 clean As we prepare for a week of thanksgiving, we spend some time reflecting on why it is good to be a child of the king. (Isaiah 35.1-10) November 21, 2021 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 17:26:16 GMT full 2278 clean When the king of Judah found himself in a difficult situation, facing a much more powerful nation, he naturally thought of making an alliance with another nation to help him in the fight. But the Lord was adamant that they should not go down to Egypt. The prophet explained why the Lord did not want them to go down to Egypt: (1) because God had already told them to never return to Egypt, (2) because it demonstrates that Judah didn’t really care about God’s counsel or will, (3) because they didn’t really trust the Lord to be able to deliver them, and (4) because His people had lost sight of the bigger picture of being a people for His own possession. As new covenant followers of Christ, we are challenged to consider what it means for us to trust the Lord as we face our own “bread of adversity and water of affliction.” (Isaiah 30.1-7) November 14, 2021 Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:07:15 GMT full 1120 clean One of the great promises in all of Scripture is found in Isaiah 26. God will keep us in perfect peace when our mind is stayed on Him and we trust in Him. This is possible because of who God is, how God has worked in the past, the testimony of how God is working in our own lives, and His promises to us for the future. In this sermon, we see how the testimony of David in Psalm 3 illustrates this promise, and leads us in our celebration of the Lord’s Supper. (Isaiah 26.3-9) November 7, 2021 Mon, 01 Nov 2021 21:53:37 GMT full 1820 clean The only place in the Bible where “Lucifer” as a name for Satan appears is in Isaiah 14. Or is it? A look at the text and the context makes it clear that the prophet was speaking about the king of Babylon and not Satan. However, we should not dismiss this text as something unrelated to us. The reason Isaiah 14 sounds so much like the fall of Satan is because the king of Babylon joined Satan’s rebellion against God. And Christians would do well to remember that Satan continues to entice people to join his rebellion against the Most High God. (Isaiah 14.3-22) October 31, 2021 Thu, 21 Oct 2021 19:26:14 GMT full 1748 clean Isaiah chapter 13 begins the Oracle Against the Nations, which is the pronouncement of judgment upon eight nations that surrounded Judah in addition to Judah itself. This section, which is thirteen chapters long, is a difficult section to read, and forces believers to wrestle with how this passage of Scripture if profitable to new covenant believers. But there is a gospel truth in this section that calls us to repentance and to the struggle of faith. (Isaiah 13.9-22) October 17, 2021 Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:53:46 GMT full 2049 clean Will heaven be boring? Will the boredom of heaven be worse that the tortures of hell? These are questions that unbelievers ask, but the truth is that our imaginations of heaven are often trite or even unbiblical. The prophet Isaiah paints a picture of what heaven looks like when God makes all things new, when the old order of things passes away. But the reason the prophet paints a glorious picture of eternity is to remind God’s people of how powerful and loving God really is. The point is that the King of Heaven is also the King of today which is why we can trust Him and rest under His sovereign care. (Isaiah 11.1-10) October 3, 2021. Thu, 30 Sep 2021 14:33:25 GMT full 1856 clean After Isaiah had been speaking the Word of the Lord to the people in Judah, God encouraged the prophet and renewed his calling with an incredible vision. This vision not only foreshadows the atoning death of Christ, but it also speaks to the danger of hardening our heart when we hear the Word of the Lord. Twice Jesus quoted the tough words spoken to Isaiah, and the writer of Hebrews echoes the same theme. Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your heart. (Isaiah 6.1-10) September 26, 2021 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 20:37:16 GMT full 2316 clean Jesus was a great storyteller, and many of His parables used the image of the vineyard. One such parable was a retelling of the Parable of the Vineyard told by the prophet Isaiah. The fact that Jesus retold this same parable should cause the people of God to pay special attention to these words from the prophet. The parable makes it very clear that God is looking to find the fruit of justice and righteousness among His people. Isaiah helps us to understand that biblical justice is an overflow of gospel righteousness. (Isaiah 5.1-7) September 19, 2021 Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:17:36 GMT full 2116 clean For the Old Testament prophets, “the Day of the Lord” refers to anytime the Lord dramatically intervenes in human history, but the people of Isaiah’s day assumed that God would act to defeat their enemies. They could not conceive of the truth that they would be on God’s enemy’s list. The prophet Isaiah made it clear: “The Lord has a day against all that is proud and lofty, against all that is lifted up, and it shall be brought low.” God has always been opposed to the proud, especially when the lofty pride of mankind infiltrates His people. Essentially, human pride is exalting ourselves and minimizing God, whereas God calls us to humble ourselves and exalt the Lord. May the Spirit of God shine His light into the darkness of our pride. (Isaiah 2.6-12) September 12, 2021 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:06:44 GMT full 2096 clean When the Old Testament prophets spoke of “the latter days,” they could be speaking of the restoration of Jerusalem after the exile, or the first coming of the Messiah, or the second coming of the Messiah, or even the eternal heaven. And it does make reading great passages like Isaiah 2 a challenge, but this prophecy does remind us that because of the grace of God to be revealed during “the latter days,” it changes how we live today. As the prophet said, we should walk in the light of the Lord and His latter day grace by having no other gods before Him, by walking in His ways, words, and promises, by welcoming the nations to the gospel table, by doing all we can to be peacemakers, and by setting our hope fully on the eternal grace of the latter days. (Isaiah 2.1-5) September 5, 2021 Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:58:53 GMT full 1854 clean After the prophet Isaiah described the people of God as “a people laden with iniquity,” we can almost hear the crowd rejecting this message. “Look at how religious we are! Look at all the offerings, solemn assemblies, and Sabbath rules we obey to the letter!” But the Lord was not pleased with their worship. In fact, the Lord called their huge outpourings of religious activity an “abomination” and “vain worship.” And the people of Isaiah’s day were not alone, for Jesus even called out the religious leaders of his day for their vain worship. How do we make sure that our worship is God pleasing instead of offensive? (Isaiah 1.10-20) August 29, 2021 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 16:05:53 GMT full 2097 clean The prophet Isaiah speaks with the conviction that God is present and active in this world, both as a Loving Father and as a Righteous Judge. Not only was this message confronting to the people of Isaiah’s day, but it remains so today for most Americans have no room for the present and active wrath of God in their conception of God. But the wrath of God, rightly understood, does not drive us away from the Righteous Judge. In fact, it draws us deep into the fellowship with a Loving Father. What assumptions about the wrath of God need to change for us to be able to see this? (Isaiah 1.1-9) August 22, 2021 Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:31:43 GMT full 2260 clean Jesus commissioned His disciples with the assignment to go to all the nations to preach the gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit. But the gospel of Matthew ends with the unique commission to go and make disciples of all nations. For the last 100 years, the church in America has put much effort into the “go” of this commission, and all over the world the gospel is growing and bearing fruit. However, in that same time period, the American church has lost focus of the “make disciples” element of the Great Commission. As a result, the global gospel map has shifted. We must rediscover what it means to both “be a disciple” and to be a “disciple who makes disciples.” (Matthew 28.16-20) August 15, 2021 Thu, 12 Aug 2021 20:58:34 GMT full 2162 clean Why did Jesus invite the disciples to watch Him ascend into heaven? One of the reasons is that they needed to see Jesus as no longer the “humbled, obedient to the point of death” Jesus but the “exalted at the right hand of God with authority over all things” Jesus. Seeing the exalted Jesus was and is essential to the church fulfilling the Great Commission. In addition to the many things the exalted Jesus is doing right now, He is sending the Spirit and exercising authority over all powers. (Acts 1.1-11) August 8, 2021 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:19:24 GMT full 2055 clean We have forever defined one follower of Jesus by his weakest moment. We even call him by that name, “Doubting Thomas.” But instead of being critical of Thomas, perhaps he is a good example of how to journey through our doubts and into faith. The truth is that doubts and questions are part of the journey towards genuine faith, but there are forks in the road where we must choose to view God through the lens of our doubts or view our doubts through the lens of our God. This is why we must deal honestly with our doubts, but also expand our understanding of the beauty and greatness of God. (John 20.24-29) July 25, 2021. Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:08:34 GMT full 2197 clean After His resurrection, Jesus appeared in many ways and to many people demonstrating the proof of His resurrection. In one of these post resurrection appearances, Jesus walked with two disciples as they were returning to the little village of Emmaus. And in that conversation, we see some of the common elements that God uses to help us make sense of the Jesus story. God uses the miracles and teachings of Jesus, our hope for deliverance, the meaning of the crucifixion and resurrection, the Scriptures, the communion of the saints, and even the work of the Spirit in our journey towards saving faith. (Luke 24.13-35) July 11, 2021. Fri, 09 Jul 2021 02:44:53 GMT full 1879 clean The fact that Jesus was buried after He was crucified was an essential element to the early gospel story. But what is the significance of that fact for believers today? In Romans 6, the Bible tells us that we were buried with Him by baptism into death. This means that when we put our faith in Jesus Christ, we were immersed in Him, an immersion that produced an irreversible change. Unfortunately, the good news of being buried with Him is often hidden by gospel imitations. (Matthew 27.57-61) July 4, 2021 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 01:02:05 GMT full 1945 clean According to the gospel of Matthew, at the death of Jesus, the earth shook, the rocks split, and the tombs opened. And after His resurrection, many of the saints who had died were raised and appeared to many in Jerusalem. While we have many questions surrounding this event, one major question is “why?” Why would the Father raise many saints after the resurrection of Jesus and have them appear to many in Jerusalem? A few of the answers to that question include: (1) to call many to saving faith and to birth the church, (2) to demonstrate that God alone is the Giver of Life and has authority over death, and (3) to demonstrate the hope of the resurrection to come. (Matthew 27.50-56) June 27, 2021. Tue, 01 Jun 2021 19:17:45 GMT full 2091 clean Before Jesus was crucified, He endured the horror of a scourging. While the gospels don’t give much detail to it, it was important enough for the prophet Isaiah to foretell it hundreds of years before it happened. The gospels don’t reflect on the pain of the scourging, and Peter helps us understand how we should react to this horrible event in the life of our Savior. It is by His scourging that we are healed, so that we can return to the Shepherd and Overseer of our souls. (Matthew 27.26-31) May 30, 2021 Tue, 25 May 2021 21:38:14 GMT full 1728 clean Some Bible scholars want to dismiss events during the trial of Jesus as swarming with impossibilities, improbabilities, and inconsistencies, suggesting these events should be nicely ignored. But the witness of Matthew and the other gospel writers are historically dependable. And despite the critic’s efforts to dismiss the reality of the passion of Jesus, it cannot dismiss the beautiful gospel picture of the guilt of Barabbas being transferred to the innocent Jesus. God made Him who knew no sin to become sin for us. (Matthew 27.15-23) May 23, 2021. Mon, 17 May 2021 16:45:23 GMT full 1750 clean When Pilate confronted Jesus with the question, “Are you the King of Jews,” the answer Jesus gave continues to challenge His followers today. Indeed, Jesus is the King of a Kingdom, but His Kingdom is not of this world nor from this world. How do we know when we have crossed that line from being “in the world” to becoming “of the world”? It comes down to Jesus being the way, the truth, and the life. (John 18.33-38) May 16, 2021 Mon, 10 May 2021 19:44:53 GMT full 1744 clean After Jesus was arrested, they brought Him before the high priest and the Jewish ruling council to determine whether or not He was worthy of death. And in this moment, Jesus fully revealed Himself for the first time in His public ministry. Who is Jesus? Jesus is the Christ. Jesus is the Son of God. Jesus is the Son of Man. Jesus is at the right hand of God. How do these simple phrases shine a light into our daily lives? (Matthew 26.57-68) May 9, 2021 Mon, 03 May 2021 19:51:04 GMT full 1854 clean When Jesus was arrested in the Garden, Peter pulled out a sword and made a weak attempt at protecting Jesus. Jesus rebuked him by saying, “All who take the sword will perish by the sword.” As the apostle reflected on that moment, Peter understood the way Jesus responded to the suffering of His passion was an example for us to follow. How do we follow this example in a world where it feels more right to fight against injustice than to follow the example of Jesus? (Matthew 26.47-56) May 2, 2021. Mon, 03 May 2021 16:08:44 GMT full 1784 clean The writer of Hebrews connects the Garden prayer of Jesus on the night of His arrest with the making of Jesus as the Great High Priest. But more importantly, something happened in the Garden that gives us the confidence to draw near to the throne of grace in a time of need. By looking at the prayer of Jesus in the Garden (Matthew 26.36-46) through the lens of Hebrews 4.14-5.10, we come to see where our confidence in prayer comes from. We can confidently expect to receive mercy from the Father because the Son chose to drink the cup of God’s wrath so that we don’t have to. We can confidently expect to receive grace from the Father because He appointed the Son to be the Great High Priest to intercede for us. We can confidently expect to receive help in time of need because Jesus is both Priest and King of Kings with authority over all things. (Matthew 26.36-46) April 25, 2021. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:30:23 GMT full 1936 clean Most of us know the story of Peter denying Jesus, but few of us connect Peter's personal testimony of God's faithfulness to preserve our faith during times of testing and suffering. Peter knew that the God of all grace would restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish us as we stand firm in our faith and endure the trials that might cause us to stumble in our faith. (Matthew 26.69-75) April 18, 2021 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 19:59:14 GMT full 2131 clean In Part 4 of the Story of the Cross, we take a look at the betrayal of Jesus by Judas. The legacy of Judas is a vivid reminder that there always have been and always will be wolves among the flock of God's people, that betraying motives still exist, that Satan still works to plant seeds of betrayal, and that remorse is not the same as reconciliation (Matthew 27.3-10) April 11, 2021 Thu, 08 Apr 2021 14:32:04 GMT full 1901 clean What does one do when they see the tomb is empty and that Jesus is alive? We either must declare Him to be an imposter or grab hold of His feet and worship Him. The gospel of Matthew reminds us why Jesus is worthy of our worship: Jesus died on the cross for our sins, Jesus has all authority, Jesus is God, Jesus commands us to obey Him, and Jesus dwells within us. (Matthew 27.62-28.20) April 4, 2021 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 14:02:34 GMT full 2006 clean When Jesus entered Jerusalem for the last week of His life on earth, on what we call Palm Sunday, there was one question hanging over that moment: "Who is this?" Those who had been following Jesus answered it one way, the crowds in Jerusalem answered it another. But the gospel writer helps us to see this entire moment through the lens of Psalm 24. Who is this? The King of Glory. (Matthew 21.1-11) March 28, 2021 Tue, 23 Mar 2021 20:45:13 GMT full 1902 clean What is "work"? Is work something we should seek to avoid? Is there something about being a follower of Christ that changes how we view work? What is a gospel understanding of this thing called "work"? (2 Thessalonians 3.6-15) March 21, 2021 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 21:48:34 GMT full 1738 clean The apostle Paul asked the church to pray for him that the word of the Lord would spread rapidly and that God would deliver him from wicked and evil men. Did their prayers make a difference? Paul's testimony is that they did, and it encourages us to pray for in others with biblical depth and expectancy. (2 Thessalonians 3.1-5) March 14, 2021 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:57:54 GMT full 1661 clean There was a rumor going around in the city of Thessalonica that Jesus had already returned. The apostle Paul helped the church to understand that before Jesus returns, two things must happen: the rebellion must come and the man of lawlessness must be revealed. And in light of these two realities, the church must stand firm in their faith. (2 Thessalonians 2.1-17) March 7, 2021 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 20:09:34 GMT full 1975 clean The apostle Paul urged the church in Thessalonica to "not despise prophecy." As we think about the spiritual gift of prophecy, we are reminded of how this gift is really an expression of God's love for us. Join us as the explore four biblical truths about the spiritual gift of prophecy (1 Thessalonians 5.12-22) February 21, 2021. Sun, 14 Feb 2021 15:42:34 GMT full 1802 clean We all want to know when Jesus is coming back, but the apostle Paul reminds us of four gospel truths about His return: (1) we are in the middle of the gospel story, (2) the Day of the Lord will come both suddenly and after certain signs, (3) our hope is that we will be saved by grace through faith from the coming wrath of God, (4) and the reality of the second coming changes how we live today because we belong to the Day. (1 Thessalonians 5.1-11) February 14m 2021 Wed, 10 Feb 2021 15:34:13 GMT full 1920 clean There is an important meeting in the future, a meeting where the followers of Christ will be caught up with the Lord Jesus Christ when He returns. The dead in Christ will be there. Those who are alive at His coming will be there. Will you be there? (1 Thessalonians 4.13-18) February 7, 2021 - Steve Hammond, Guest Preacher Tue, 02 Feb 2021 18:42:13 GMT full 2278 clean When the grace of God came to Thessalonica and brought many of them to salvation, the same grace called them to renounce ungodliness and to live godly lives in their present age. In short, God’s will for them was their sanctification, their complete sanctification, mind and soul and even body. Which meant, God’s will for them was, and His will for us still is, to abstain from sexual immorality. (1 Thessalonians 4.1-8) January 31, 2021 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:33:53 GMT full 1871 clean Prayer is an invitation to participate in God's gracious work in this world. It is full of mystery and wonder, but it is a glorious invitation. Most believers struggle with prayer on many levels, which is why Paul's example and testimony of prayer in 1 Thessalonians is so helpful. How can the Lord teach us to pray through Paul's experience in prayer? (1 Thessalonians 3.9-13) January 24, 2021 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:12:54 GMT full 2149 clean Paul was deeply concerned that the Christians in Thessalonica might fall to the tempter under the duress of afflictions, but he rejoiced when he learned they were standing firm in their faith. In our struggle against the spiritual forces of darkness, we see the importance of three words: faith, love, and theodicy. (1 Thessalonians 2.17-3.10) January 17, 2021. Sun, 10 Jan 2021 20:52:24 GMT full 1734 clean The apostle Paul shares his experience of bringing the gospel to the great city of Thessalonica, and we can learn from his example about how to be an ambassador for Christ. As ambassadors for Christ, believers should actively pursue holiness, check our motives, check our methods, accurately understand the gospel, and expect opposition. (1 Thessalonians 2.1-16) January 10, 2021 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 20:40:34 GMT full 1906 clean As we wait for the return of the Son, how should we live? What should we be doing as we wait? The Scriptures encourage us to do the work of faith, to learn how to love, to be steadfast in our hope in Christ, and to serve the Lord. (1 Thessalonians 1.1-10) January 3, 2021 Wed, 30 Dec 2020 15:01:02 GMT full 1724 clean The apostle John tells the story of Jesus in a unique way. He chose seven signs that Jesus did, what we might call miracles, and structured the entire gospel around those seven signs. At the end of the gospel, John explains why he chose those seven signs. He wanted his readers, and us, to believe that Jesus was the Christ, to understand that to call Jesus "the Christ" meant to believe He is the Son of God, and that we can have abundant life in His name by faith. (John 20.30-31) December 27, 2020. Sun, 20 Dec 2020 21:11:03 GMT full 1672 clean The angel visited Mary to announce the impending birth of Jesus. Speaking of the child, the angel promised that God would give to Him the throne of His father David. Jesus will be the King of Israel forever. The Kingdom of God has come and Jesus is King. (Luke 1.30-33) December 20, 2020 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:59:03 GMT full 1973 clean Our confession during the Christmas season is that the baby born in Bethlehem over 2000 years ago is "the Christ." But what does that mean, and how does it turn our world upside down? The gospel of Matthew helps us to see that to call Jesus "the Christ" means to confess that Jesus is God in flesh, that He humbled Himself in the incarnation, and that to follow Him means that we have to humble ourselves and take on the mind of Christ. (Matthew 2.1-6) December 13, 2020. Mon, 07 Dec 2020 16:16:44 GMT full 1744 clean In the season of Christmas, we make this bold confession that we believe the baby born to Mary in Bethlehem was the messiah, promised by the Old Testament prophets and hoped for by the Jewish people for years. This proclamation has been turning the world upside down, both within the Jewish community and without, for over 2000 years. But what exactly does it mean for us today to call Jesus "the Christ"? Today, we see how the gospel of Mark presents the suffering messiah as King. And we learn that to call Jesus "the Christ" means that Jesus had to suffer for my sins, that to follow Jesus means to take up our cross, and that we must call Jesus our king. (Mark 8.27-33) December 6, 2020 Thu, 03 Dec 2020 16:26:53 GMT full 2084 clean The Joseph Story teaches us that difficult circumstances often bring us to the breaking point of our faith, but nothing can stop God from accomplishing His plan for blessing His people. We move beyond the breaking point of our faith when we trade our fear for faith and trust that God is working out the details of our life for good. (Genesis 50.15-21) November 29, 202. Michael Postell, Guest Preacher Sun, 22 Nov 2020 22:15:53 GMT full 1772 clean The Prodigal Son, and its mirror opposite, the story of Joseph, help us to see the beauty and greatness of the gospel in three words: revenge, repentance, and reconciliaion. (Genesis 44.30-34) November 22, 2020 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 16:15:05 GMT full 2085 clean Dreams permeate the Joseph story. Joseph had two dreams. The cupbearer and baker had dreams, and Joseph interpreted them. Even the king of Egypt had two dreams which Joseph interpreted. Does God still speak to His people through dreams? And if so, how do we biblically think about dreams? (Genesis 41.1-36) November 15, 2020 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:48:42 GMT full 1893 clean The story of Joseph helps us to see what it means to be faithful in the hard places of life. Through this story, we learn to be good stewards of the hard places and to hold on to the promises of God through the confusing struggles of life (Genesis 39-40) November 8, 2020. Sun, 01 Nov 2020 21:53:14 GMT full 2342 clean The Joseph story is one of the greatest short stories ever told, but it begins with a very broken world. When we read the backgrounds of Joseph and Tamar in Genesis 37-38, we understand the words of Psalm 188.5-8 even more. We can trust God in a broken world because God has promised to be with us, because God is at work even when we cannot see it, because God is always writing His victory story, and because He is still our best hope (Genesis 37-38). November 1, 2020. Mon, 26 Oct 2020 01:16:53 GMT full 1771 clean What was God doing before creation? This question goes to the essential nature of who God is. Through 1 John 4.7-21, we learn that the fundamental nature of the eternal triune God is love, that God's love did not remain within the Trinity but overflowed to sinners like us, and that since God abides in us, we CAN love others. (October 25, 2020). Mon, 19 Oct 2020 19:01:43 GMT full 2285 clean How does the truth of the Trinity impact our daily lives? One of the most basic commandments is to love God and obey His commands. The eternal triune God makes this possible. God the Father provides the standard to obey. God the Son provides the example to follow. God the Spirit helps us obey the commands. (John 14.15-17) October 18, 2020. Guest preacher is Tim Tucker. Sun, 11 Oct 2020 20:37:05 GMT full 1633 clean We are servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. And one of those great mysteries is the Trinity. Our struggle to discover an analogy that is accurate and complete is only an indication of the beauty and greatness of God. The heresies of Modalism, Tri-theism, and Partialism all help us to see the beauty of the eternal triune God. (1 Corinthians 4.1) October 11, 2020. Sun, 04 Oct 2020 19:44:43 GMT full 1597 clean Why is the Trinity good news? The Doctrine of the Trinity is more than just an irrelevant truth that we don't understand. The eternal triune God displays the fullness of God's beauty and greatness. Today, we read Ephesians 1.3-14 which demonstrates how the eternal triune God was and is at work in our salvation. (Ephesians 1.3-14) October 3, 2020. (Week 1 of a Four Week Series). Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:42:43 GMT full 1440 clean In preparation to observe the Lord’s Supper, we allow the apostle Jude to prepare our hearts and minds for the Table. In light of the danger of false teachers, Jude urges Christians to build themselves up in their most holy faith, to pray in the Holy Spirit, to keep themselves in the love of God, to wait expectantly for the mercy to be given them when Christ returns, and to rescue those who fall prey to these false teachers. In light of these words, we approach the Table meditating on the mercy of God given to us through His Son and in responding to the Word of God as obedient followers of Christ. (Jude 17-23) September 27, 2020. Sun, 20 Sep 2020 23:12:44 GMT full 2086 clean The main section of Jude's letter is a comparison of the ways God treated those who abused His grace and resisted His Lordship in Old Testament history to the "certain people who had crept in unaware." Jude's main point gets clearer: those who pervert the grace of God have always been under God's just condemnation, as is true of these false teachers. We begin to see the real danger of "hidden reefs" and consider what these hidden reefs might look today. The second phase of Bible study is Interpretation, or determining what the Bible means. As we read Jude 11-16, we also consider six key principles of interpretation to guide our understanding of Scripture: (1) let the author speak, (2) keep it in context, (3) read the Bible literally while allowing for figurative language, (4) let Scripture interpret Scripture, (5) let the clear guide the unclear, and (6) read the Bible in Christian community. Sun, 13 Sep 2020 23:08:24 GMT full 2388 clean How to Study the Bible (Part 2) - The apostle Jude urges believers to contend for the faith once and for delivered to the saints, but the only way we know the faith is through the Scriptures. Therefore, we must rightly handle the Word of God in order to contend for the faith. As we continue to read through Jude this month, we also consider the principles of observation so that we can understand what the text says. (Jude 5-10) September 13, 2020. Sun, 13 Sep 2020 23:04:05 GMT full clean Sun, 06 Sep 2020 22:03:33 GMT full 2495 clean In this short letter, the apostle Jude urges believers to contend for the faith once and for all delivered to the saints. In order for the saints to "contend for the gospel," we must rightly handle the Word of truth, where the once for all faith is revealed. Therefore, we need to read the Word and study the Word so that we will not pervert the grace of Christ nor deny Jesus as our Lord and Master. But how do we go about studying the Bible? (Jude 1-4) September 6, 2020. Tue, 01 Sep 2020 19:29:50 GMT full 2178 clean The Ezra Nehemiah story ends in a very unsatisfying way, and for good reason. Every commitment the people made in chapter 10 to obey all the commands of Moses were abandoned by chapter 13. In fact, the people of God have always been faithless to follow the Lord. The story leaves us wanting more, wanting for God to do something for us and in us that we can never do for ourselves or by ourselves. The story leaves us wanting for the Cross and for the Gift of the Holy Spirit. (Nehemiah 13.4-31) August 30, 2020 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:17:33 GMT full 1850 clean The joy of the Lord is my strength. But what does that mean? Does it mean that my joy in the Lord is the strength that moves me from weeping to joy? Or does it mean that the Lord's joy in me is a refuge from my fears and doubts? (Nehemiah 8.1-12) August 23, 2020 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 17:09:43 GMT full clean Mon, 17 Aug 2020 15:31:43 GMT full 2632 clean When God puts something in our hearts to do, we should expect opposition, both from within and from without. From the example of Nehemiah, we learn that when we face this opposition, it helps to remember the calling and God's promises, to practice the prayers of lament, to pray for discernment, and to act in faith. (Nehemiah 2-6) August 16, 2020 Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:21:53 GMT full 2228 clean The calling of Nehemiah is a story about God moving in a great way. Through this story, we see that when God moves in a great way, we see small groups of people praying for extended periods of time. When God moves in a great way, we see a divine sense of timing. When God moves in a great way, we see chosen and anointed and unlikely individuals being used by God in significant ways. And when God moves in a great way, we see God doing what only God can do. (Nehemiah 1.1-2.8) August 2, 2020 Wed, 05 Aug 2020 16:19:24 GMT full 1791 clean What does it mean to be a follower of Christ, to renounce everything to be His disciple? In the story of Ezra, we discover that our commitment to Christ supersedes even our family commitments, as all must come under the Lordship of Christ. (Ezra 10.1-3) July 26, 2020. Mon, 27 Jul 2020 14:43:44 GMT full 2255 clean Do we pray for the Providential care of God, or do we merely assume it? Through the testimony of Ezra, we learn that when we pray for the Hand of God upon our life, we see God's Hand everywhere, we align our hearts and minds with God's heart and mind, and God acts in response to our prayers. (Ezra 8.21-23) July 12, 2020 Mon, 20 Jul 2020 16:58:04 GMT full 1993 clean Why do we need to intentionally incorporate prayers of confession in our regular prayer life? As we allow Ezra to model how to confess our sins in prayer to the Lord, we discover that the prayer of confession is the only vaccine to protect us from the virus of self-righteousness. (Ezra 9) July 19, 2020 Tue, 14 Jul 2020 18:16:05 GMT full 2461 clean Guest preacher Michael Postell shares a word from Ezra 7 (July 5, 2020) Mon, 29 Jun 2020 20:25:23 GMT full 2114 clean When the people of God finished rebuilding the Temple in Jerusalem, the first thing they did was to keep the Passover. It was more than just a ceremony. It was a faith opportunity to separate themselves from the uncleanness of the land, to choose to worship the One True God only, and to delight in His gracious good works. (Ezra 6.19-22) June 28, 2020 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 20:56:33 GMT full 1925 clean God's divine eternal plan is to build one household of faith, fellow citizens from all people groups. But when we neglect God's house and focus only on our house, we do so at our own peril. (Ezra 5.1-2) June 14, 2020 Tue, 09 Jun 2020 17:07:53 GMT full 1844 clean The Ezra-Nehemiah story is a fascinating, historical reminder of God's steadfast love for His people. It reminds us that God is a promise keeping God, that God is a restoring God, and that God is in control of history, even our own story. (Ezra 1.1-8) June 7, 2020 Thu, 04 Jun 2020 20:38:13 GMT full 2153 clean What does it mean to walk in the fear of the Lord? Does it mean to fear His judgment? Does it mean to be in awe of His impressive beauty and greatness? Or does it mean to walk in His ways, trust Him, and rest in Him? (Ecclesiastes 12.13-14) May 31, 2020 Mon, 18 May 2020 14:06:02 GMT full 1941 clean The writer of Ecclesiastes wrote about the frustrations of government that we all feel, but in Christ, we are not left stuck in this frustration. Because we are children of God, we are gloriously free to honor the King and to pray for those in authority over us (Ecclesiastes 10.16-18) May 17, 2020. Mon, 11 May 2020 14:44:51 GMT full 1791 clean Because humans are created in the image of God, we long for justice, just like our Creator. And when we experience injustice, it is so painful. But we know that God loves justice, that God is with us, and that God is at work bringing justice like the noonday. (Ecclesiastes 3.16, Psalm 37, Romans 12.14-21) May 10, 2020. Mon, 04 May 2020 15:10:55 GMT full 1942 clean The writer of Ecclesiastes struggled with the reality of death because it made everything done in this life meaningless. But because there will be a resurrection to come, the light of the gospel means that our life is not in vain. (Eccelsiastes 2.16-22) May 3, 2020 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:13:00 GMT full 2196 clean The gospel of Jesus Christ shines light on the meaninglessness of life (Ecclesiastes 1) April 26, 2020 Tue, 21 Apr 2020 20:25:04 GMT full 2237 clean Thirty minutes after we die, where are we? What actually happens after we die? Though the Bible may not answer all the questions we have about this issue, it does teach us clear truth to encourage our souls and to give us hope. (1 Corinthians 15.20-28) April 19, 2020 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 17:43:17 GMT full 1835 clean On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. And on this Easter Sunday, we celebrate the hope that believers in Christ will share in a resurrection like His. Our perishable, mortal, weak, natural bodies will be raised immortal, imperishable, glorious, powerful, and Spirit empowered resurrected bodies. (April 12, 2020) 1 Corinthians 15.35-54 Tue, 07 Apr 2020 15:09:47 GMT full 1853 clean What happens after we die? Will the saints be nothing more than disembodied spirits floating on the clouds, playing harps for eternity? Or is there a resurrection to come that gives us gospel hope for today? (1 Corinthians 15.1-19) April 5, 2020 Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:59:23 GMT full 1715 clean Praying for others is ongoing hard work, specific, spiritual warfare, and essential. What can we learn about praying from others through the testimony of Epaphras? (Colossians 4.12-13) March 29, 2020 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 18:31:37 GMT full 1815 clean For many Christians, prayer is something we either feel we ought to do more, something that carries a great deal of guilt and fear. But prayer is a grand invitation to ask for God's help. How should we pray? What should we pray for? (Colossians 4.2-6) March 22, 2020 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:03:10 GMT full 1564 clean "Come, let's sing the 46th Psalm and let them do their worst!" These were the words of Martin Luther, who certainly knew of times of trouble. Like many others, he stood on the truth of this great psalm to remind his soul why he did not need to fear in times of trouble because the Lord is with us! (March 15, 2020) Mon, 27 Jan 2020 20:43:45 GMT full 2106 clean Is the danger of apostasy real? The Scriptures urge us to “continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of the gospel.” Why is this important for believers to hear this exhortation? (Colossians 1.19-23) January 26, 2020 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 14:54:35 GMT full 2015 clean The greatest verbal portrait of who Jesus was, and is, and forever will be is found in Paul’s letter to the Christians who lived in the little town of Colossae. Among the marvelous description of King Jesus is the statement that Jesus is the “firstborn of all creation.” What does that mean? And how is that statement connected to the reality that Jesus is preeminent in all things? And why should that make us calm and confident? (Colossians 1.15-20) January 16, 2020 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:04:30 GMT full 1901 clean Do you believe in a BIG God who can do BIG things? Are you so convinced that you pray, asking this BIG God to do BIG things in your life and in the life of people you know? And if so, what do you pray for? Paul’s prayer for the Christians in Colossae not only teaches us what to pray but reminds us of the great reason why we can and should ask for a BIG God to do BIG things. (Colossians 1.9-14) January 12, 2020 Tue, 07 Jan 2020 15:29:40 GMT full 1828 clean The trendy way of thinking in the ancient city of Colossae was for people to be obsessed with spirituality but rather unimpressed with Jesus. The culture in which we live today is not much different. And to our times, the apostle Paul wrote this letter to prevent us from becoming captives of our age, but rather to be obsessed with Jesus and unimpressed with spirituality. (Colossians 1.1-8) January 5, 2020. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 20:35:51 GMT full 1963 clean The story of Christmas is rather hard to believe, that the eternal Word of God became flesh. In fact, most of the world and even God's chosen people did not believe the story. So, who do some believe when so many do not? (John 1.10-13) December 15, 2019 Tue, 10 Dec 2019 14:38:41 GMT full 1549 clean What is Christmas all about? The apostle John answers that question by going back to the beginning, not just the beginning of Jesus’ life on earth, but back to the very beginning. In John’s introduction to the story of Jesus, we discover that Jesus is the eternal Word of God, the creator of all things, the one who has authority over all things, the giver of life, and the Light who shines in the darkness. (John 1.1-5) December 8, 2019. Tue, 03 Dec 2019 14:34:45 GMT full 3837 clean Christ calls us to both be disciples and to make disciples. A true disciple has his heart searched by the Word of God, believes that Jesus can release him from his sins, has become a Christian in all parts of his life, and has reached the point of no turning back. A disciple then makes disciples by sharing the Word, showing the Word, teaching the Word, and serving the world. (Matthew 28.18-20) December 1, 2019. Guest preacher is Ryan Tucker. Tue, 19 Nov 2019 14:57:40 GMT full 1895 clean Esther found herself in a familiar situation: a situation she did not choose, a painful circumstance, where God seemed absent, and where she was powerless to do anything about it. Mordecai challenged her to put her faith into action, and when she did, it completely changed her. What can we learn from Esther when we are in our "such a time as this?" (Esther 4.8-17) November 17, 2019 Mon, 11 Nov 2019 20:48:13 GMT full 2084 clean The story of Esther calls us to ask such fascination questions. Throughout the story, God seems to be hidden, or at best, to be working behind the scenes. But the story reminds us that just because we can't see God at work does not mean that He is not working. There is hope when God seems silent. (Esther 4) November 10, 2019 - Guest Preacher is Tim Tucker. Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:44:04 GMT full 2378 clean The biblical story of Esther is an invitation to Christians to consider how to live as exiles in a culture that rejects Jesus. The story is far more complex and mysterious and enriching than a simple overview can supply. This month, we wrestle with some of the great faith questions that this story challenges us with. The first question we ask is, “Was Esther right or wrong to conceal her Jewish identity?” (Esther 2.5-11) November 3, 2019. Tue, 29 Oct 2019 14:51:26 GMT full 1762 clean Not only is the Bible the inspired Word of God and truth without any mixture of error, the Bible is also highly beneficial and useful to our lives. The apostle Paul and David both describe, in great detail, the many benefits of Scripture. (2 Timothy 3.16-17 and Psalm 19.7-11). October 27, 2019 Mon, 21 Oct 2019 15:55:28 GMT full 2704 clean Even if we believe Scripture to be the inspired Word of God and truthful without any mixture of error, why must we submit our lives to its teachings? Why should we treat the Bible as an authority in our lives? (Matthew 8.5-13) - Guest preacher is Rami Ibrahim. Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:19:35 GMT full 1953 clean Is the Bible “truthful without any mixture of error” or is the Bible a “mixture of truth and error”? This question becomes even more difficult to answer when we come to passages in the Bible that are hard to understand, hard to accept, or hard to obey. But to twist the Scripture is to bring destruction upon ourselves. Why should we believe the Bible is faithful and true? (2 Peter 3.14-18) – October 13, 2019. Wed, 09 Oct 2019 21:20:36 GMT full 1846 clean How is the Bible unique from all other religious books? Why should we believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God? (2 Peter 1.16-21) - October 6, 2019 Tue, 01 Oct 2019 16:28:11 GMT full 2075 clean How does God’s divine eternal plan to create one household of faith impact how we think and feel about immigration? How do we think biblically about this important and divisive topic? Through Leviticus 19.33-34, we learn that the gospel is an immigration story, that God commands us to love the immigrant as ourselves, and that God is growing the church through immigration. (Leviticus 19.33-34) – September 29, 2019. Tue, 24 Sep 2019 20:25:13 GMT full 2194 clean God is a God who practices steadfast love and justice in the earth, and He calls His people to work to loose the bonds of wickedness. Today, we take a look at the global bonds of wickedness, specifically, the darkness of modern day slavery and the soil in which it grows. And while these bonds look dark, there is a light rising in the darkness. And the people of God can and should be part of this rising light. (Isaiah 58.1-10) September 22, 2019 Tue, 24 Sep 2019 20:14:18 GMT full 2426 clean As hard as it is to confess, the white church in America has failed to embrace our black brothers and sisters in Christ as fellow citizens and members of the household of faith. Historically, we have built up the dividing wall of racism that Christ came to tear down. This morning, we try to do what Daniel did in his prayer, to confess the sins of our fathers. In doing so, we discover that racism is endemic to our sin nature, to have sympathy for the lasting impact of racism, to have a caring ear to the concerns of others, and to develop courage that the white church has historically lacked. (Daniel 9.3-8) September 15, 2019. Wed, 11 Sep 2019 22:20:11 GMT full 1830 clean Racism has been the dividing wall of hostility among humanity since the fall of mankind in the Garden. But the good news of the gospel is that Jesus Christ has come to destroy that dividing wall and create one household of faith. However, this truth has always been hard for the church to fully embrace. Why is it so hard to rightly understand and rightly apply the gospel? (Galatians 2.1-16) September 8, 2019. Wed, 04 Sep 2019 16:40:59 GMT full 1812 clean Tue, 27 Aug 2019 15:14:40 GMT full 1462 clean The Book of Kings ends in a weird way. After telling the story of the Fall of Jerusalem, the Book of Kings tells us about one insignificant king who only reigned for 3 months and wasn’t even the last king. But he was shown grace 37 years after his exile. This strange ending is meant to cause us to long for something more, something better? But who, or what, are we left longing for? (2 Kings 25.27-30) August 25, 2019 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 15:28:50 GMT full 1915 clean King Josiah was perhaps the most righteous king since King David, and he walked in the ways of David, sharing David’s love for the Law of the Lord. And it was because Josiah’s heart was responsive to the Word of God that God blessed him. Through the story of Josiah, we are reminded that to neglect the Word of the Lord brings self-destruction, and that we need to handle the Word properly in order for it to transform our lives. (2 Kings 22.8-23.3) August 18, 2019 Mon, 12 Aug 2019 20:01:18 GMT full 1583 clean Manasseh was both the most evil king to ever sit on the throne of Judah and also the poster child for God’s great mercy. Through this story, we learn that we cannot out sin God’s grace, that God’s mercy is creative and redemptive, that genuine repentance bears fruit, and that there is a great danger in delaying when God calls us to repentance. (2 Kings 21) August 11, 2019 Tue, 06 Aug 2019 15:41:08 GMT full 2297 clean The writer of Kings summarizes King Hezekiah's life with a unique phrase: he trusted in the Lord. The life story of Hezekiah demonstrates what it means to trust in the Lord and why this is such hard faith work. (2 Kings 18-20) August 4, 2019 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 20:54:59 GMT full 1927 clean God removed Israel from the land of promise because they failed to be a people for His own possession and a kingdom of priests. And just like Israel, we find ourselves living in a diverse culture with many worldviews and religions. But followers of Christ are still called to be a people for His own possession and Ambassadors for Christ. (2 Kings 17) July 28, 2019 Wed, 03 Jul 2019 09:38:44 GMT full 1760 clean The example of King Jehu reminds us that our longing for justice is part of what it means to be created in the image of God, that often God calls us to be His agents of justice, that justice in this world is always imperfect, and that our longings for justice will be perfectly fulfilled in the coming Kingdom of God (2 Kings 9.1-13) June 30, 2019 Mon, 01 Jul 2019 16:26:19 GMT full 1799 clean Guest preacher Blake Theiss considers the example of King Jehoshaphat as we see the danger of co-existing. (June 23, 2019) 2 Chronicles 18. Wed, 19 Jun 2019 11:34:24 GMT full 1799 clean The reign of the evil king Ahab intersects with the great prophet Elijah. The question that confronts both Ahab and Elijah, and us today, is who or what has the power to give life to the dead and to bring something from nothing? Answering that question is even more difficult when we are forced to face the Jezebels of our lives. (1 Kings 16.30-33) June 16, 2019. Mon, 10 Jun 2019 15:24:03 GMT full 1612 clean King Abijam is the classic story of a God follower in name only. Through his story, we see what Nominal Christianity really looks like so that our heart can be fully devoted to the Lord. (1 Kings 15.1-8) June 9, 2019 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:22:10 GMT full 1944 clean The story of King Jeroboam was written down for our instruction, as an example that we might not do what he did. Jeroboam wanted God's blessings but didn't want to walk in His ways. While we see that clearly in his life, we often the need the work of the Holy Spirit to see it in our own lives. (1 Kings 11-14) - June 2, 2019 Wed, 29 May 2019 14:39:23 GMT full 2397 clean Almost everyone agrees that forgiveness is a good thing, but the Cross re-shapes forgiveness for the followers of Jesus. How? As we read from Matthew 18, we learn that the cross re-shapes forgiveness in the following ways. (1) We are to forgive those who wrong us, (2) We are to forgive as Christ forgave us, (3) The cross calls us to respond to God's grace by giving grace, (4) The grace of the cross empowers forgiveness, (5) Forgiveness is not dependent upon repentance of the one who wronged us, (6) Forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same thing, (7) Forgiveness and reconciliation may require the help of others, and (8) Forgiveness is healing to the soul. (May 26, 2019) - Matthew 18.15-35. Tue, 21 May 2019 11:31:55 GMT full 2701 clean Deuteronomy 4.9-10 teaches grandparents to make the faith known to their children and their grandchildren. The American experience of grandparenting has changed quite a bit over the last 100 years, but it is easy to lose sight of the disciple making call upon grandparents. (May 19, 2019). Mon, 13 May 2019 15:05:36 GMT full 2461 clean The Cross reshapes marriage into a beautiful reflection of the harmony of the Kingdom of God. (Ephesians 5.22-33) May 12, 2019 As we read Ephesians 5, we learn... Husbands and wives are to love each other the way Christ loves us. Husbands and wives are to submit to each other out of reverence for Christ. The cross reshapes our understanding of headship and authority. Husbands and wives are members of the one body of Christ. Like the cross, marriage can be painful at times. Marriage should not be entered into unadvisedly or lightly. Marriage declares the mystery of the cross. Wed, 08 May 2019 13:41:59 GMT full 2319 clean In a world that is quickly rejecting the biblical idea of family, we must continue to preach "Kingdom First, Then Family." (Matthew 10.34-39) Wed, 24 Apr 2019 14:04:27 GMT full 2081 clean The cross is the wisdom of God and the power of God. On the cross, Jesus substituted Himself for our sins so that we could be reconciled to God. (1 Corinthians 1.18-25) April 21, 2019. Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:24:23 GMT full 1396 clean Why is forgiveness so hard for God? Why can't He simply forgive us like Grandma does, out of His love for us? Why did Jesus HAVE to die on the cross in order for God to be able to forgive sinners? (Romans 5.6-11) April 14, 2019. Mon, 08 Apr 2019 16:39:33 GMT full 2698 clean Dr David Allen, the Dean of the School of Preaching at SWBTS, kicks off a four part series on the Atonement as we ask the question, "Why did Jesus have to die for our sins?" (2 Corinthians 5.14-21) April 7, 2019 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 16:02:48 GMT full 2297 clean In the longest passage in the entire Bible about praying for the sick, James both encourages us to pray and challenges us to pray. (James 5.13-20) March 31, 2019 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 14:42:28 GMT full 2596 clean Envy is the temptation to feel bitter because others have it better. But James reminds us that "God gives more grace." (James 3.13-4.10) March 24, 2019 Thu, 21 Mar 2019 14:10:05 GMT full 1676 clean The Bible teaches us that religion that is unable to tame the tongue is worthless. But it also says that no one can tame the tongue. How can these both be true? (James 3.1-12) March 17, 2019 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 16:23:58 GMT full 1676 clean The Bible teaches us that religion that is unable to tame the tongue is worthless. But it also says that no one is able to tame the tongue. How can both of these be true? (James 3.1-12) March 17, 2019 Mon, 11 Mar 2019 16:48:04 GMT full 2292 clean James explains in great detail why the sin of partiality is completely incompatible with the gospel and has no place in the church. (James 3.1-13) March 10, 2019. Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:09:17 GMT full 2223 clean Is your faith dead or alive? Does your faith show in the way you actually live your life? Join us as we examine James 2.14-26. (March 3, 2019). Preacher is Tim Tucker. Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:07:57 GMT 1882 clean Does God have a specific will for our lives, and if so, how do we go about finding it? (James 1.18 and James 4.15) February 24, 2019 Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:35:08 GMT 1864 clean Pastor James encouraged the poor to boast in the coming exaltation and for the rich to boast in the coming humiliation. What does that mean for us today? (James 1.9-11) February 17, 2019 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 07:31:05 GMT 1357 clean The wisdom from above is not just information to make a decision but an understanding of how God wants us to live and relate to others. Wisdom is a path of life, and God gives it to all who ask in faith. (James 1.5-8) February 10, 2019 Tue, 05 Feb 2019 08:47:05 GMT 2041 clean James, the brother of Jesus and pastor of the church in Jerusalem, wrote a letter to his congregation who had fled the city under great persecution. He told them to count it all joy when they experienced trials. Why would James believe that to be true? (James 1.2-4) February 3, 2019 Mon, 28 Jan 2019 11:52:53 GMT 1834 clean The apostle Paul, no stranger to intense trials and suffering, wrote much about the power of the Holy Spirit in our suffering. Despite dying for Jesus every day, we can be renewed by the Spirit in our inner being, so we don't lose heart. (2 Corinthians 4.7-18 and Romans 8.16-31) - January 27, 2019 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 11:12:19 GMT 1749 clean How does the hope of the Bible differ from the hope of positive psychology? (Romans 15.13) January 20, 2019 Tue, 15 Jan 2019 16:36:52 GMT 2192 clean The Holy Spirit came to give us power to be his witnesses to the ends of the earth. Some days we don't feel up to the task. The great news is that it is not by our own power we do His work, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 1.1-9) January 13, 2019 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 16:42:06 GMT 2062 clean In Ephesians 3 Paul prays that the church in Ephesus will "be filled with all the fullness of God". The Spirit is the wind in ours sails. Are you filled with fullness of God? Wed, 02 Jan 2019 15:16:35 GMT 2354 clean Why ruin a good love story with gratuitous violence? Why does Matthew tell us about the "slaughter of the innocents"? This story reminds us that Jesus came to be the King of a Kingdom and to follow this King means that we will not be at home in this world. (Matthew 2.13-21) December 30, 2018 Fri, 28 Dec 2018 08:50:59 GMT 2027 clean Though Simeon and Anna are not invited to most of our Manger Scenes, they got to see baby Jesus just a few weeks after He was born. Both of them had been waiting on Jesus for a long time. What can we learn about waiting on God from Simeon and Anna? (Luke 2.21-40) December 23, 2018 Mon, 17 Dec 2018 13:16:21 GMT 1657 clean Why did God want the Magi to worship the new born King of the Jews in Bethlehem? How did this moment fit into the greater historical drama about the Kingdom of God? (Matthew 2.1-12) December 16, 2018 Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:46:10 GMT full 2147 clean Why did the angels announce the birth of Jesus to the shepherds? Were they just the only people awake in Bethlehem that night? Or was there some greater divine purpose? (Luke 2.1-20) December 9, 2018 Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:39:57 GMT full 2212 clean This Christmas season, we take a look at the Cast of Christmas, the people to whom and through whom the Word became flesh. And the story begins with priest and his wife. (Luke 1.1-25) - November 25, 2018. Guest Preacher is Tim Tucker. Mon, 19 Nov 2018 11:23:31 GMT full 1988 clean Asaph, the worship leader of Jerusalem and writer of Psalm 50, continues to help us understand the kind of worship God wants. (November 18, 2018) Mon, 12 Nov 2018 11:54:15 GMT full 2037 clean What makes the God of the Bible unique among all other religions, worldviews, or philosophies of life? The prophet Micah answers that question in Micah 7.18-20 (November 11, 2018) Mon, 05 Nov 2018 10:12:39 GMT full 2080 clean The prophet Micah played a key role in one of the greatest spiritual awakenings in Old Testament history. What can we learn about praying for Spiritual Awakening in our own time? (Micah 3.12) November 4, 2018. Mon, 29 Oct 2018 10:24:03 GMT full 2179 clean The vision given to John in Revelation describes a 1000 year reign of Christ on earth. As Christ rules the nations, Satan is bound and unable to deceive the nations. After this earthly reign of Christ, Satan is released and then rallies the nations against the Christ. Satan is then defeated, the day of judgment follows, and then all things are made new in the New Heavens and New Earth. But what would an earthly reign of Christ look like? It might look alot like Micah 4. (Micah 4.1-5.4) - October 28, 2018 Mon, 22 Oct 2018 14:23:05 GMT full 2242 clean The prophet Micah had strong words for those who used their power, position, or influence in ways contrary to how God uses His power, position, and influence. (Micah 3.9-12) - October 21, 2018 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 19:57:43 GMT full 2362 clean Everyone is talking about justice today, and the Minor Prophets spoke about justice too. But the prophet Micah speaks about the root of biblical justice (Micah 6.1-8) - October 14, 2018 Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:50:46 GMT full 2521 clean God sent the prophet Micah with a message: God was coming to judge His people for their sins. How does the wrath of God display the glory of God? How can sinners like us escape the wrath of God? (Micah 1.1-9) October 7, 2018 Wed, 03 Oct 2018 10:35:43 GMT full 2599 clean Like the widow woman who gave two small copper coins, all she had to live on, sometimes God calls us to give to Him out of our poverty--a poverty of money, time, ability, influence, giftedness, etc. The only way to give like that is to cross the line. (Luke 21.1-4) September 30, 2018. Our guest preacher this morning is Dr. Jeff Steed. Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:29:26 GMT full 1889 clean We were created by God to contribute, not just to consume. What does it mean to bear fruit in every good work? (Colossians 1.9-14) September 23, 2018 Mon, 17 Sep 2018 13:17:56 GMT full 1789 clean Jesus commissioned His disciples to go and make disciples, not just to go and be a disciple. What does it mean to be a disciple maker? Why is this so important to the gospel? (Matthew 28.16-20) - September 16, 2018 - Tim Tucker, Contemporary Worship Leader Mon, 10 Sep 2018 11:36:04 GMT full 1647 clean We were not just born again. We were born again into the family of God, and God's plan for redemption is for His children to live as members of each other in the household of God (Colossians 3.12-17) - September 9, 2018 Mon, 03 Sep 2018 20:32:25 GMT full 2616 clean God asks for our worship, but will He be happy with a "worship substitute"? What is God honoring worship? What is the next step for you as you continue to mature as a follower of Christ? (Isaiah 1.10-20) - September 2, 2018 Mon, 27 Aug 2018 11:15:46 GMT full 2012 clean Paul was convinced that God makes everything work out according to His plan. So, on a ship in the middle of a deadly storm, he encouraged his friend to set their eyes on God instead of the storm. (Acts 27.21-26) August 26, 2018 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 18:16:21 GMT full 1705 clean When the apostle Paul talked about faith in Christ to Governor Felix, the man who held the keys to his prison door, how did he share the gospel? (Acts 24.1-27) - August 19, 2018 Tue, 14 Aug 2018 14:19:47 GMT full 2789 clean The Lord calls us all to reach our Ephesus, the area of greatest influence in our lives, for the gospel. But to do that, we must renew our passion, renew our understanding,and renew our vision. (Acts 19.1-19) August 12, 2018. Guest Preacher is Rami Ibrahim. Mon, 06 Aug 2018 09:39:44 GMT full 2074 clean Was the gospel of Jesus relevant 2000 years ago? What can we learn about how Paul proclaimed the gospel in the great city of Athens? (Acts 17.15-34) August 5, 2018 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:00:44 GMT full 2200 clean In the book of Acts, we see a world changing church: they prioritized the teaching of the gospel, they had multinational membership and leadership, and they had Spirit called and church sent missionaries (Acts 13.1-12, July 29, 2018) Mon, 23 Jul 2018 09:54:46 GMT full 1819 clean The powerful promise of Philippians 1.6 essentially means that God finishes what He starts. What does that look like in the lives of real people, like Paul and Peter and James? How does that promise play out in our lives? (Acts 12.1-5, July 22, 2018) Mon, 16 Jul 2018 16:25:44 GMT full 2055 clean God's plan for eternity is for all of the redeemed from all nations, tribes, people groups, and languages to form one household of God around the throne. Through the cross, God abolished the dividing wall of hostility to create the one family of God. But our sin natures are constantly building dividing walls of hostility. How does God get us to live into His dream? He takes us through Joppa (Acts 10, July 15, 2018) Mon, 09 Jul 2018 13:24:58 GMT full 2481 clean Everything Saul thought he knew to be true about Jesus was wrecked when the resurrected and glorified Jesus met him on the road to Damascus. In the conversion of Saul, we see God's perfect patience to sinners on display. (Acts 9.1-22, July 8, 2018) Sun, 01 Jul 2018 22:09:48 GMT full 1451 clean The Holy Spirit led Philip to share the gospel to the Ethiopian official, but Philip had to obey the Spirit and open his mouth. (Acts 8.26-40) July 1, 2018 (Guest Preacher Blake Theiss) Sun, 24 Jun 2018 22:24:05 GMT full 1278 clean As part of VBS Celebration Sunday, Pastor Todd Pylant preaches on the VBS theme verse, 2 Peter 1.3-4, looking at the hope of the gospel to escape the corruption of this world. (2 Peter 1.3-4, June 24, 2018) Mon, 18 Jun 2018 10:28:10 GMT full 1932 clean Stephen was the first Christian martyr, but his death was about more than just believing in Jesus as the promised Messiah. Stephen truly understood grace. (Acts 7.51, June 17, 2018) Mon, 11 Jun 2018 11:19:03 GMT full 2304 clean The apostles could not stop speaking of what they had seen and heard because they were filled with the Holy Spirit (Acts 4.1-21) - June 10, 2018 Wed, 06 Jun 2018 11:19:11 GMT full 1966 clean Jesus told His disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the promise of the Father, to be baptized by the Holy Spirit, and for the Holy Spirit to come upon them. What do we learn about the Holy Spirit through the way the Father fulfilled His promise? (Acts 2.1-4) - June 3, 2018 Tue, 29 May 2018 11:37:00 GMT full 2079 clean The early church was devoted to praying together, united in one mind, and fervent. What is the church missing today as corporate prayer is neglected? (Acts 1.12-14) - May 27, 2018 Tue, 22 May 2018 09:22:14 GMT full 1751 clean The lament psalms teach us how to pray honestly, imperfectly, but hopefully when we are in the valley of tears (Psalm 13, May 20, 2018). Mon, 14 May 2018 14:00:07 GMT full 1443 clean One of the great privileges of being a follower of Christ is the invitation to pray for others, but does praying for others really make a difference? (Romans 15.30-32, May 13, 2017) Mon, 07 May 2018 14:02:48 GMT full 1941 clean When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray, He taught them a prayer, told them a story, made a point, and it all leaves believers in quite a predicament. (May 6, 2018) - Luke 11.1-13 Mon, 30 Apr 2018 11:46:28 GMT full 2089 clean When the disciples asked Jesus about the sign of His coming and of the end of the age, Jesus talked a lot about the judgment to come at His return. Why did He want them (and us) to know this? (Matthew 25, April 29, 2018) Mon, 23 Apr 2018 11:01:20 GMT full 2264 clean What will it look like when Jesus returns? In Matthew 24, Jesus describes His coming in His own words (Matthew 24.29-51) - April 22, 2018 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 16:58:24 GMT full 2179 clean Before Jesus Christ returns, there will be a great tribulation. What does Jesus want us to know about this and what does He want us to do with it? (April 15, 2018) - Matthew 24.25-28 Mon, 09 Apr 2018 10:13:08 GMT full 2115 clean The disciples asked Jesus, "What will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age." This four week sermon series takes an in-depth look at the answer Jesus gave as recorded in Matthew 24-25. Today's message looks at Matthew 24.1-14 (April 8, 2018) Tue, 03 Apr 2018 16:18:05 GMT full 1162 clean The burnt offerings of Leviticus help us to understand the crucifixion of Jesus (Leviticus 1.1-7). This sermon was delivered at the 2018 Tenebrae service on March 29, 2018. Mon, 02 Apr 2018 13:34:02 GMT full 2069 clean Why do we still believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ? Because God has caused us to be born again to a living hope! (1 Peter 1.3-5, April 1, 2018) Mon, 26 Mar 2018 09:52:00 GMT full 1040 clean Why is the Kingdom of God better than the "coming kingdom of David?" How does any sinner like me get into such a great Kingdom? (Mark 11.8-10, March 25, 2018) Mon, 19 Mar 2018 11:49:11 GMT full 2691 clean What does it mean that human beings are created "male and female" in the image of God? (Genesis 1.27, March 18, 2018) Mon, 12 Mar 2018 16:06:22 GMT full 2424 clean The biblical truth that human beings are created in the image of God has made the world a better place to live. Here are just a few examples. (Genesis 9.6) - March 11, 2018 Mon, 05 Mar 2018 14:14:23 GMT full 2179 clean What does it mean that humans are created in the image and likeness of God? (Genesis 1.26-28) - March 4, 2018 Mon, 26 Feb 2018 10:27:05 GMT full 2000 clean Jesus gave His followers a "new normal" in that we should love our enemies. But why "should" we love our enemies? (Matthew 5.43-48, February 25, 2018) Mon, 19 Feb 2018 16:09:19 GMT full 2108 clean We all know that we are to love others, but what does love really look like? Can it be defined? The Bible helps us to understand what love really looks in the well known "love chapter." (1 Corinthians 13.4-7, February 18, 2018) Mon, 12 Feb 2018 13:01:05 GMT full 2494 clean Matthew 22.37 (Week 2 of the sermon series, "Greatest Commandment) - What does it mean to say that we love God with all of our heart? Mon, 05 Feb 2018 11:47:40 GMT full 2213 clean Matthew 22.34-40 (Week One of the Sermon Series, "The Greatest Commandment") Mon, 29 Jan 2018 09:27:54 GMT full 2324 clean Proverbs 21.1 (January 28, 2018). The heart of the governing authorities are like streams of water in the hands of the Lord, and He directs it wherever He wills. Not only does this give us hope for today, but it empowers us to pray for all those who are in high positions of authority. Sun, 21 Jan 2018 18:26:46 GMT full 2297 clean Acts 5.17-42 (January 21, 2018) Mon, 15 Jan 2018 11:18:56 GMT full 1829 clean Romans 13.1-5 (January 14, 2017) Mon, 08 Jan 2018 15:55:34 GMT full 2256 clean Romans 13.1-7 (January 7, 2018) Tue, 02 Jan 2018 12:43:16 GMT full 1671 clean Isaiah 53 (December 31, 2017) Wed, 27 Dec 2017 09:23:15 GMT full 1903 clean Isaiah 7-9 (December 24, 2017) Tue, 19 Dec 2017 11:21:14 GMT full 1016 clean Genesis 22.1-14 (December 17, 2017) Mon, 11 Dec 2017 14:05:24 GMT full 2507 clean Judges 13.1-7 (December 10, 2017) - Aron Adalian, Minister to Children Mon, 04 Dec 2017 10:00:22 GMT full 1987 clean Psalm 16.10 (December 3, 2017) Mon, 27 Nov 2017 10:30:01 GMT full 1607 clean Matthew 12.38-41 (November 26, 2017) - Tim Tucker, Minister to Students Mon, 20 Nov 2017 17:09:58 GMT full 1783 clean Revelation 7.9-17 (November 19, 2017) Mon, 13 Nov 2017 16:29:17 GMT full 2107 clean John 3.12-18 and Numbers 21.4-9 (November 12, 2017) Mon, 06 Nov 2017 11:36:50 GMT full 2163 clean Daniel 7.13-14 (November 5, 2017) Mon, 30 Oct 2017 10:02:36 GMT full 1656 clean What does the story of Miriam have to do with the Lord's Supper? (Numbers 12, October 29, 2017) Mon, 23 Oct 2017 09:42:32 GMT full 2370 clean 2 Timothy 1.2-14 (October 22, 2017) Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:35:24 GMT full 2282 clean Jorge Sedaca with Chosen People Ministries helps us to understand the Feast of Tabernacles from Leviticus 23.33-43. Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:08:18 GMT full 2421 clean Daniel 1 (October 8, 2017) Mon, 02 Oct 2017 11:25:55 GMT full 1979 clean Ephesians 1.3-14 (October 1, 2017) - God is up to something bigger and He wants us to be a part of it! Sun, 24 Sep 2017 14:55:55 GMT full 2114 clean Romans 6.5-14 (September 24, 2017) - Final week of the sermon series "Sin: What's Wrong with Us?" Mon, 18 Sep 2017 14:54:07 GMT full 1909 clean Romans 3.21-26 (September 17, 2017) Mon, 11 Sep 2017 16:47:39 GMT full 1794 clean Romans 6.15-23 (September 10, 2017) - "The wages of sin is death," but what exactly does that mean? Tue, 05 Sep 2017 14:21:35 GMT full 1939 clean Romans 5.12-21 (September 3, 2017) Sun, 27 Aug 2017 17:50:19 GMT full 2057 clean John 17.15-26. As Jesus prays to the Father, we see His plan to bring the gospel to the ends of the earth, how the world will come to believe that He is the Son of God sent to be the Savior of the world. (August 27, 2017) Sun, 20 Aug 2017 17:28:55 GMT full 1767 clean John 14.15-23 (August 20, 2017) - Week 3 of the Sermon Series "The Helper from John 14-17 Sun, 13 Aug 2017 17:52:39 GMT full 1901 clean John 16.12-15 (August 13, 2017) Sun, 06 Aug 2017 19:25:16 GMT full 2061 clean John 16.7-11 (August 6, 2017). Week 1 of the Sermon Series, "The Helper" Mon, 31 Jul 2017 13:24:48 GMT full 2045 clean Proverbs 23.19-35 (July 31, 2017) - Week Five of the sermon series, "Better Than Gold" Mon, 17 Jul 2017 18:21:43 GMT full 1669 clean Proverbs 11 (July 16, 2017) - Week 3 of the sermon series, "Better Than Gold." What the financial experts won't tell you about money but the book of Proverbs will. Mon, 10 Jul 2017 14:16:50 GMT full 1834 clean Proverbs 13.20 and John 15.12-17 (Week 2 of the "Better Than Gold" sermon series) Mon, 03 Jul 2017 03:22:48 GMT full 2038 clean Proverbs 1.20-22 (July 2, 2017) Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:47:42 GMT full 1199 clean Colossians 1.15-20 (June 25, 2017) Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:44:16 GMT full 1857 clean 2 Peter 3.1-14 (June 18, 2017) Sun, 11 Jun 2017 17:54:30 GMT full 2340 clean 2 Peter 2 (June 11, 2017) - Week 2 of the sermon series, "An Eyewitness to His Majesty" Sun, 04 Jun 2017 19:34:30 GMT full 1962 clean 2 Peter 1.1-15 (June 4, 2017) - Week 1 of the sermon series "An Eyewitness to His Majesty" Tue, 30 May 2017 15:15:02 GMT full 1688 clean 1 Corinthians 6.12-20 (May 28, 2017) Tue, 30 May 2017 15:14:42 GMT full clean Tue, 30 May 2017 15:14:42 GMT full clean Sun, 21 May 2017 19:45:21 GMT full clean Sun, 21 May 2017 19:45:21 GMT full clean Sun, 21 May 2017 19:45:21 GMT full 2068 clean 1 Thessalonians 4.1-8 (May 21, 2017) Sun, 14 May 2017 17:35:16 GMT full clean Sun, 14 May 2017 17:35:16 GMT full clean Sun, 14 May 2017 17:34:21 GMT full clean Sun, 14 May 2017 17:33:15 GMT full 1459 clean Deuteronomy 5.16 (May 14, 2017) Mon, 08 May 2017 15:23:28 GMT full 1852 clean John 15.1-17 (May 7, 2017) - Week Three of the "Outlandish" Sermon Series Mon, 01 May 2017 15:56:55 GMT full 1810 clean John 21.15-22 (April 30, 2017) - Guest Preacher is Dr. Jan Daehnert. Sun, 23 Apr 2017 19:13:22 GMT full 1542 clean Ephesians 3.14-21 (April 23, 2017) - First Baptist Church of Benbrook Mon, 17 Apr 2017 15:10:00 GMT full 1825 clean Luke 24.13-35 (April 16, 2017) Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:41:42 GMT full 1345 clean Matthew 21.33-46 (April 9, 2017) Sun, 02 Apr 2017 19:18:44 GMT full 1978 clean Luke 11 and Luke 18 (April 2, 2017) - Week 4 of the Sermon Series "The Greatest Stories Ever Told" Mon, 27 Mar 2017 13:54:18 GMT full 2019 clean Luke 15.1-32 (March 26, 2017) - Presented by Todd Pylant and Tim Tucker Sun, 19 Mar 2017 17:48:07 GMT full 2005 clean Luke 8.4-18 (March 19, 2017) Mon, 13 Mar 2017 03:46:35 GMT full 1793 clean Luke 10.25-37 (March 12, 2017) Sun, 05 Mar 2017 17:37:43 GMT full 1759 clean Ephesians 5.22-33 (March 5, 2017) - Spring At Home Emphasis - Aron Adalian Preaching Sun, 26 Feb 2017 19:00:54 GMT full 1844 clean Psalm 116 (February 26, 2017) - Week 4 of the series "Fear Not" Mon, 20 Feb 2017 16:46:18 GMT full 1471 clean Psalm 49 (February 19, 2017) - Week 3 of the "Fear Not" Sermon Series Sun, 19 Feb 2017 12:18:26 GMT full 334 clean Scripture memory verses for the week of February 19, 2017. Mon, 13 Feb 2017 00:32:15 GMT full 1574 clean Psalm 77 (February 12, 2017) - Week Two of the sermon series, "Fear Not" Sun, 05 Feb 2017 17:58:15 GMT full 1652 clean Psalm 2 (February 5, 2017 - Week 1 of the "Fear Not" sermon series Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:24:04 GMT full 1651 clean 1 Timothy 6.17-18 (January 29, 2017) Sun, 22 Jan 2017 17:45:16 GMT full 1845 clean 1 John 2.15-17 (January 22, 2017) Tue, 17 Jan 2017 14:47:23 GMT full 1774 clean 1 Timothy 6.3-19 (January 15, 2017) Mon, 09 Jan 2017 14:56:51 GMT full 1688 clean Exodus 20.17 (January 8, 2017) Tue, 03 Jan 2017 14:01:08 GMT full 1742 clean Hebrews 11.39-12.3 (January 1, 2017) Mon, 19 Dec 2016 15:54:08 GMT full 879 clean 2 Timothy 1.8-12 (December 18, 2016) Sun, 11 Dec 2016 22:41:14 GMT full 1702 clean Hebrews 4.14-16 (December 11, 2016) - Week 2 of the sermon series, "The Radiant Beauty of the Son of God" Sun, 04 Dec 2016 17:38:30 GMT full 2011 clean Hebrews 1.1-14 (December 4, 2016) Mon, 28 Nov 2016 15:52:27 GMT full 2175 clean Psalm 103 (November 27, 2016) - Dr. Mike Keas Sun, 20 Nov 2016 17:41:00 GMT full 1430 clean Let us magnify the Lord with thanksgiving instead of minimizing Him with appreciation. (Psalm 69.30, November 20, 2016) Sun, 13 Nov 2016 17:43:01 GMT full 1619 clean "Do not grow weary in doing good," the apostle wrote. But most of us do along the way. How do we keep pressing on? (Galatians 6.7-10, November 13, 2016) Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:00:40 GMT full 1891 clean Galatians 5.13-26 (November 6, 2016) Sun, 30 Oct 2016 17:46:52 GMT full 1736 clean Galatians 3.6-29 (October 30, 2016). Week Four of the sermon series, "Right With God" Sun, 23 Oct 2016 17:44:22 GMT full 1873 clean Galatians 2.20--3.6 (October 23, 2016) Mon, 17 Oct 2016 14:31:55 GMT full 1936 clean The church rises and falls upon this one doctrine, the doctrine of justification by faith in Christ alone. What does it mean? Why is it essential to the Gospel message? (Galatians 2.15-21, October 16, 2016). Mon, 10 Oct 2016 15:12:06 GMT full 1956 clean Guest Preacher Dr. Paul Gould. Acts 17.16-34. October 9, 2016. Sun, 02 Oct 2016 20:34:13 GMT full 1437 clean Galatians 1.1-9 (October 2, 2016) Mon, 26 Sep 2016 14:29:38 GMT full 1767 clean 1 Corinthians 14.26-33 (September 25, 2016) Mon, 19 Sep 2016 15:29:58 GMT full 2093 clean 1 Corinthians 12.4-14.1 (September 18, 2016) Sun, 18 Sep 2016 22:04:25 GMT full 2093 clean 1 Corinthians 12.4-14.1 (September 18, 2016) Sun, 11 Sep 2016 17:42:45 GMT full 1624 clean Reflections on the Fifteenth Anniversary of 9/11. Reading from Daniel 9.1-19 with the key verse being Daniel 9.13. (September 11, 2016) Sun, 04 Sep 2016 17:54:42 GMT full 2112 clean 1 Corinthians 12.1-7. September 4, 2016. Week 1 of the sermon series "Manifestations." Sun, 28 Aug 2016 17:43:17 GMT full 2148 clean God still calls His people to be separate and holy, a people for His own possession (Levticus 20.22-26, August 28, 2016) Sun, 21 Aug 2016 20:00:55 GMT full 1775 clean Leviticus 7,11-18 (August 21,2016) - Week Three of the Ancient Worship Sermon Series Sun, 14 Aug 2016 19:11:51 GMT full 2146 clean Week Two of the "Ancient Worship" Sermon Series. Leviticus 1.1-17. August 14,2016 Sun, 07 Aug 2016 18:17:32 GMT full 1859 clean Week 1 of the "Ancient Worship" Sermon Series. Leviticus 1.1-2 (August 7, 2016). Tue, 02 Aug 2016 18:33:32 GMT full 1899 clean Matthew 6.19-34 (July 31, 2016) Sun, 24 Jul 2016 18:04:21 GMT full 1837 clean Matthew 6.5-15 (July 24, 2016) Mon, 18 Jul 2016 14:06:02 GMT full 1921 clean Matthew 6.1-21 (July 17, 2016) Mon, 11 Jul 2016 13:06:00 GMT full 2114 clean Matthew 5.20-48 (July 10, 2016) Sun, 26 Jun 2016 17:43:08 GMT full 1259 clean Sun, 12 Jun 2016 20:16:33 GMT full 1924 clean Ephesians 1.15-23 (June 12, 2016). Mon, 06 Jun 2016 16:36:23 GMT full 1441 clean The Apostle Paul spent two years in Ephesus, preaching the gospel in such a way that so many people became followers of Christ that it rocked the social and economic foundations of the second most significant city in the Roman Empire. How did he preach the gospel? (Ephesians 1.3-14, June 5, 2016) Tue, 31 May 2016 14:49:34 GMT full 1951 clean How does character transformation take place? How does God mold us into the image of Christ? (Colossians 3.5-14, May 29,2016) Sun, 22 May 2016 17:42:53 GMT full 1784 clean James 3 (May 22, 2016) Mon, 16 May 2016 14:15:09 GMT full 1869 clean 2 Timothy 3.10-17 (May 15, 2016) Sun, 08 May 2016 17:45:36 GMT full 1243 clean What does it mean to be the people of God? It is a call to love others the way that Christ loves us. This is so radically different that others will know that we are Jesus People. (John 13.34-35, May 8, 2016) Sun, 01 May 2016 17:47:19 GMT full 2192 clean Why has Satan set his sights on destroying marriage? What does he know about marriage that we don't? He understands the critical gospel value of marriage. (Matthew 19.4-6, May 1, 2016) Mon, 25 Apr 2016 14:07:58 GMT full 2309 clean Deuteronomy 5.28-6.9 (April 24, 2016) Mon, 18 Apr 2016 13:46:11 GMT full 1626 clean What is the eternal state of those who do not believe in Jesus and who are not born again? The biblical truth is clear, even though unpopular. But eternal punishment for those who do not know God is God's sovereign plan. (2 Thessalonians 1.3-12, April 17, 2016) Mon, 11 Apr 2016 11:38:24 GMT full 2134 clean What will we do in heaven? Will we float on clouds and play harps? Is there nothing to do forever and ever? (Revelation 21, April 10, 2016) Sun, 03 Apr 2016 18:01:44 GMT full 2099 clean Two minutes after you die, what happens? What does the Bible say about death and our life in Christ after our time on this earth is over? (2 Corinthians 4.16-5.10, April 3, 2016) Sun, 27 Mar 2016 17:55:18 GMT full 2062 clean John 3.1-18, March 27, 2016 Mon, 21 Mar 2016 19:58:02 GMT full 1316 clean 1 John 1.1-3 (March 20, 2016) Sun, 13 Mar 2016 21:25:01 GMT full 1786 clean Looking through the lens of the Day of Atonement, we can see a very important side of the gospel through the Jesus and Barabbas story: We need a Savior but we prefer scapegoats. (Mark 15.6-15, March 13, 2016) Sun, 06 Mar 2016 17:47:12 GMT full 1788 clean Mark 14.10-72 (March 6, 2016) Sun, 28 Feb 2016 17:52:34 GMT full 2133 clean Mark 14.12-26 (February 28, 2016) Mon, 22 Feb 2016 14:36:43 GMT full 1981 clean When Jesus spoke about the events of the end times, He focused the attention of the disciples away from the timing of the events and on to being prepared to live through the times. (Mark 13, February 21, 2016) Sun, 07 Feb 2016 17:49:57 GMT full 1921 clean We know that God loves a cheerful giver, but how do we know how much to be giving? What should we be giving to? (2 Corinthians 9.7, February 7, 2016) Sun, 31 Jan 2016 17:49:19 GMT full 1805 clean We discover by reading 2 Corinthians 9.7 that joy driven given delights the heart of God. (January 31, 2016) Sun, 24 Jan 2016 15:38:44 GMT full 1935 clean The reason we can excel in the grace of giving is because God's Grace empowers our giving. (2 Corinthians 9.6-15, January 24, 2016) Sun, 17 Jan 2016 17:49:44 GMT full 1906 clean 2 Corinthians 8.7-15, January 17, 2015 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 15:29:04 GMT full 1734 clean The Bible urges us to excel in the grace of giving. Why is giving an act of grace? (2 Corinthians 8.1-7, January 10, 2016) Sun, 03 Jan 2016 15:33:07 GMT full 1428 clean God has caused us to be born again to a living hope, but we often hope in the lesser things of this world. (1 Peter 1.3-12, January 3, 2016) Sun, 27 Dec 2015 15:20:19 GMT full 1480 clean The Holy Spirit is God's gift to His children as we live through difficult days to rest in His Fatherly love and care. (Galatians 4.4-7, December 27, 2015) Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:10:41 GMT full 1672 clean What did God hope to accomplish through the Christmas story? (Galatians 4.5, December 20, 2015) Mon, 14 Dec 2015 13:59:33 GMT full 549 clean The Bible tells us that God sent forth His Son, "born of a woman." The majesty of the incarnation is that Jesus did not enter His Creation as He should have but as a child, thus demonstrating His great love for us. (Galatians 4.4, December 13, 2015) Sun, 06 Dec 2015 15:45:32 GMT full 1823 clean Why is there a Christmas story to celebrate? Why did God become flesh? We explore Galatians 4.1-7 to discover the problem that God solved through the Christmas story. (December 6, 2015) Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:31:39 GMT full 2532 clean Our guest preacher, Dr. Vern Charette, Professor of Preaching at SWBTS, brings a message from Mark 8.27-35 (November 29, 2015) Sun, 22 Nov 2015 15:40:26 GMT full 1852 clean As followers of Christ, we need thanksgiving to combat our sinful, selfish, and independent sin natures. And as we grow in our understanding and practice of thanksgiving, we learn that we can multiply our thanksgiving by living our lives in such a way that we cause others to give thanks to God. (2 Corinthians 4.15 and 2 Corinthians 9.11-13, November 22, 2015) Sun, 15 Nov 2015 16:06:39 GMT full 2051 clean While parents are the primary faith shapers in the life of a child, the church has a vital role to play. And each member of the body of Christ is called by God to pass the faith to the generations yet to be born. (Psalm 78.1-8, November 15, 2015) Sun, 08 Nov 2015 15:36:51 GMT full 1343 clean Our sinful nature desires to use our authority to rule over others for selfish gain. But God calls His people to something very different. What has God give to you for you to use to serve others for His glory? (Mark 12.13-17, November 8, 2015) Sun, 01 Nov 2015 15:50:22 GMT full 1798 clean God's people have always been tempted to presume upon God's favor which is a dangerous thing to do. We would do well to hear the Parable of the Tenants (Mark 12.1-12, November 1, 2015) Mon, 26 Oct 2015 14:09:18 GMT full 2270 clean With almost seven billion people on the planet, is it really possible that each one of us can know and relate to God personally? (1 Corinthians 1.4-9 and Jeremiah 9.23-24, October 25, 2015) Sun, 18 Oct 2015 15:56:32 GMT full 2113 clean In such a diverse age, with so many different opinions about religion, can we still cling to the Bible as the inspired Word of God? Is there any reason we should believe it to be more than just another book? (2 Timothy 3, October 18, 2015) Sun, 11 Oct 2015 15:38:47 GMT full 1905 clean The central claim of the gospel if that Jesus is God who became flesh and who died on the cross for our sins. How can we know that Jesus is God? (John 5.18-29, October 11, 2015) Mon, 05 Oct 2015 13:14:39 GMT full 1976 clean In a culture where the cardinal virtue is tolerance, isn't arrogant for one religion to claim their way is the only way? Is the Christian gospel too narrow? Can Jesus really be the only way? (John 14.6, October 4, 2015) Sun, 27 Sep 2015 15:44:12 GMT full 1811 clean Is there any reason why a good and loving and all powerful God would just sit there and watch people suffer and do nothing to stop it? If God does exist, why does He allow pain and suffering to continue? (Romans 8.18-25, September 27, 2015) Mon, 21 Sep 2015 09:00:54 GMT full 1923 clean Sun, 13 Sep 2015 15:50:11 GMT full 1998 clean It seems that universal to the human experience is to ask this penetrating question. Why am I here? What is the meaning to life? Does life have a purpose? (Ecclesiastes 1.16-2.11, September 13, 2015) Tue, 08 Sep 2015 13:05:15 GMT full 1635 clean Jesus said some very challenging things about our willingness to forgive others. (Mark 11.24, September 6, 2015) Sun, 30 Aug 2015 15:43:23 GMT full 1709 clean Jesus spoke some audacious words about prayer, and if they are true, and if we understand them correctly, should invite us to ask God to do great things for His glory and our good. Sun, 23 Aug 2015 17:51:05 GMT full 1459 clean Why did Jesus curse the fig tree and then cleansed the Temple? And what does it have to do with us today? (Mark 11.11-21, August 23, 2015) Sun, 16 Aug 2015 15:59:26 GMT full 2250 clean "ExploreGOD" launches in the DFW Metroplex in September. What is ExploreGOD? What can it be? And what is our role as a church and as a follower of Christ who lives in the DFW Metroplex? (1 Peter 3.8-17, August 16, 2015) Sun, 09 Aug 2015 15:44:51 GMT full 1815 clean When Jesus entered Jerusalem for the last week of His life on earth, the crowds shouted, "Blessed is the coming kingdom of our Father David!" In what way has the Kingdom of God come? In what way is the Kingdom of God still yet to come? (Mark 11.1-11, August 9, 2015) Sun, 02 Aug 2015 17:48:12 GMT full 1896 clean In the gospel of Mark, Bartimaeus is the last person healed and the last to confess faith in Jesus as the Christ. How did his faith save him? What kind of faith did he have? (Mark 10.46-52, August 2, 2015) Sun, 26 Jul 2015 15:44:49 GMT full 2034 clean There are things that only the local church can BE and things that only the local church can DO. (1 John 1.7, July 26, 2015) Sun, 19 Jul 2015 17:51:50 GMT full 2086 clean When we think of a ransom payment, we think of kidnappers or pirates, but Jesus had something totally different in mind when He said that He came to give His life as a ransom. And it shows us the depth of His mercy! (Mark 10.35-45, July 19, 2015) Sun, 12 Jul 2015 15:45:14 GMT full 2101 clean Missionary in Residence Harry Brittan shares about the role of the shepherd from the eyes of a goat farmer in Thailand. (Psalm 23, July 12, 2015) Sun, 05 Jul 2015 21:36:31 GMT full 2378 clean Politicians often end speeches with the words, "God bless America," but we forget that God has revealed a path to that blessing. And the people of God have a key role to play. (2 Chronicles 7.11-22, July 5, 2015) Sun, 21 Jun 2015 17:52:55 GMT full 2090 clean Ephesians 5.25-6.4 (June 21, 2015) Sun, 14 Jun 2015 23:31:34 GMT full 1450 clean The Spirit will glorify the Son, so we join the Spirit in declaring the beauty and greatness of who Jesus is and what Jesus does. (John 16.14, Colossians 1.13-20) Sun, 07 Jun 2015 15:44:15 GMT full 1929 clean Sometimes the Spirit of God moves in extraordinary ways. One example is the Great Awakening in the American colonies in the 18th Century. We often pray for revival, but it is worth the time to ask, "Do we really want another Spiritual Awakening?" (June 7, 2015) Sun, 07 Jun 2015 15:40:14 GMT full clean Sun, 31 May 2015 15:37:50 GMT full 1684 clean The Holy Spirit is a great gift from God, but we can quench the Spirit's work in our life. So we ask the question, "How can I keep in step with the Spirit?" (1 Thessalonians 5.19, May 31, 2015) Sun, 24 May 2015 15:46:09 GMT full 1684 clean How does the Holy Spirit work within the life of the believer? What kind of miraculous things does the Spirit do? (Part 2). May 24, 2015 Sun, 17 May 2015 16:01:10 GMT full 2292 clean Using Technology in a God Honoring Way (Genesis 11.1-9) Sun, 10 May 2015 15:41:09 GMT full 1516 clean What does the Gift of the Holy Spirit have to do with Mother's Day? (Galatians 5 and I John 4) Sun, 19 Apr 2015 15:40:22 GMT full 1710 clean Those who call upon the Lord to be saved will receive an amazing gift, the gift of the Holy Spirit. So, what exactly does the Holy Spirit do in our lives? (April 19, 2015) Sun, 12 Apr 2015 15:31:46 GMT full 2059 clean As we begin a new sermon series on the Gift of the Holy Spirit, this simple but important question is the best place to start: "Who is the Holy Spirit?" (April 12, 2015) Sun, 05 Apr 2015 15:39:08 GMT full 1840 clean The resurrection of Christ is more than a story to be enjoyed; it demands a response. What does it mean to live in the light of the full Easter story? Sun, 29 Mar 2015 21:42:35 GMT full 789 clean The Sanctuary Choir presented the Easter Musical, “The Sacrifice.” After experiencing the glory of the gospel story, we took a short look at Colossians 2.13-15 to see what exactly just happened at the Cross and the Empty Tomb. Sun, 22 Mar 2015 23:24:25 GMT full 1941 clean Upon meeting the Rich Young Ruler, Jesus observed how difficult it is for those who have wealth to enter the kingdom of God? Why is that the truth? (Mark 10.17-31, March 22, 2015) Sun, 15 Mar 2015 15:32:17 GMT full 1230 clean Jesus wants us to receive the Kingdom of God like a child? What does this mean? And how does Jesus lay hands on us today to bless us? (Mark 10.13-16, March 15, 2015) Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:35:08 GMT full 1868 clean God’s plan for marriage is “one man, one woman, one lifetime,” and His plan is wise. As sinners, we fall short of God’s plan and need God’s forgiveness and redemption. As followers of Christ, we both exalt His plan and submit to His plan. (Mark 10.1-12, March 8, 2015) Mon, 02 Mar 2015 15:33:09 GMT full 1884 clean One of the greatest opportunities, and greatest challenges, for Christian parents is to pass the faith to their children. (Joshua 24.14-24 and Deuteronomy 6.1-9, March 1, 2015) Guest Preacher: Aron Adalian Sun, 22 Feb 2015 15:49:42 GMT full 1859 clean Jesus clearly taught that we will either spend eternity with God in heaven or spend eternity separate from God in hell. The reality of hell should motivate us to put our faith in Christ, should lead us to worship Christ for rescuing us from hell, and should encourage us to share the good news with unbelievers in our circle of influence. (Mark 9.42-48, February 22, 2015) Sun, 15 Feb 2015 15:44:50 GMT full 2082 clean Jesus spoke some very harsh words about Christians who live their lives in such a way as to influence others away from the gospel instead of drawing others towards Christ. It would be wise for us to ask the Lord whether or not we are a stumbling block. (Mark 9.42-50, February 15, 2015) Sun, 08 Feb 2015 15:36:52 GMT full 1656 clean Scripture memory is of great value, for as we meditate on Scripture it is profitable to us because it teaches us, encourages us, empowers us to endure, and gives us hope. For example, Psalm 121 teaches us that the LORD is our keeper and empowers us to hope in His watch care over our lives. (Psalm 121, February 8, 2015) Sun, 01 Feb 2015 15:47:58 GMT full 1385 clean According to Christ, the way to greatness in the Kingdom of God is to be last of all and to be a servant of all. This does not mean to serve “some” and to put “some” before us. But Christ is clear, the “all” includes even those whom we assume are behind us in line or should be behind us in line. Very soon, the Lord will give us an opportunity to practice Christ’s way to greatness by serving all and being last of all. May we be ready and obedient. (Mark 9.33-37, February 1, 2015) Sun, 25 Jan 2015 21:54:28 GMT full 2086 clean The battle to understand the gospel is a spiritual battle, and as ambassadors for Christ, we must struggle to make the mystery of the gospel clear to a culture that is under attack to accept the assumption of a naturalistic worldview. But there are some simple and effective ways that we can help our unbelieving friends to question the lies of the enemy and to become open to the gospel. (Mark 9.30-32, January 25, 2015) Sun, 18 Jan 2015 15:45:17 GMT full 1969 clean Prayer, the fact that we can draw near to the presence of God and submit our request, is an amazing gift.And in Mark 9, Jesus speaks those powerful words that "all things are possible for the one who believes." What might the Lord say to us through the Scriptures about prayer? (Mark 9.14-29, January 18, 2015) Mon, 12 Jan 2015 14:36:24 GMT full 2068 clean Peter was one of the three fortunate disciples chosen to witness the moment when Jesus was transfigured on the mountain. But as awesome as that moment was, and it must have been life changing for Peter, we have something greater still? What could possibly be greater than seeing Jesus transformed before our very eyes? (Mark 9.1-13, January 11, 2015) Sun, 04 Jan 2015 15:25:30 GMT full 1618 clean Jesus sure didn't make it easy to join His team! For those who want to apply to be one of His followers, Jesus set the bar very high and very deep: self denial, the pain of death, the loss of life. Jesus certainly came to bring life, and life eternal, but His grace is not cheap. No wonder the gate is narrow and few are those who find the way. Join us as we explore the truths of what it means to be a follower of Christ. (Mark 8.31-38; January 4, 2015) Sun, 21 Dec 2014 15:30:15 GMT full 1792 clean One of the most familiar elements in the story of the birth of Christ is the visit of the "wise men" who brought gifts for the newborn king. But the fact that God led this particular group of people to Bethlehem is quite remarkable, and it tells us much about the God who sent His Son to be our Savior. (Matthew 2.1-12, December 21, 2014) Sun, 14 Dec 2014 22:32:27 GMT full 1037 clean The Lord chose to publicly the announce the birth of the Messiah to an unlikely group, to a group of shepherds. And while one angel was good enough to visit Mary, and one angel was good enough to visit Joseph, the Lord sent a "heavenly host" to visit the shepherds. Why did an angel army announce that God was bringing "peace on earth" with the advent of the messiah? (Luke 2.8-20, December 14,2014) Sun, 07 Dec 2014 15:31:40 GMT full 1965 clean An often overlooked chapter of the story of our Savior is the visit of the angel to Joseph, the husband of Mary. What did the angel communicate to Joseph about this child? How awesome was it that he received it in faith and obeyed? And how does this story continue to speak to us today? (Matthew 1.18-25, December 7, 2014) Mon, 01 Dec 2014 14:54:04 GMT full 1438 clean During the four weeks of Advent, we will examine the Story of Our Savior. Today, Ryan Henson, Minister to Students at FBC Benbrook, leads us to take a look at when the angel visited Mary. (Luke 1.26-38, November 30, 2014) Sun, 23 Nov 2014 15:55:31 GMT full 1376 clean Thanks, according to the dictionary, is a good feeling that I have when someone helps me. And being thankful is a universal virtue, good for all humans. But is there anything distinctively Christian about thanksgiving, any difference for a disciple of Christ? (Psalm 7, November 23,2014) Mon, 17 Nov 2014 14:31:09 GMT full 1890 clean Jesus once asked His disciples a question, "Who do you say that I am?" That question hangs before every person, but what does it mean to call Jesus "the Christ"? (Mark 8.27-30, November 16, 2014) Mon, 10 Nov 2014 14:30:35 GMT full 1593 clean Mark 8.22-26 (November 9, 2014) Mon, 03 Nov 2014 14:05:49 GMT full 1897 clean Being a disciple of Christ means participating in the mission of Christ, and part of that mission is to mature in using grace gifts to serve others for the glory of God (1 Peter 4.7-11, November 2, 2014) Sun, 26 Oct 2014 15:29:51 GMT full 1579 clean The miracle of the Feeding of the Four Thousand is often overlooked in the Gospel of Mark. Although it is similar to the Feeding of the Five Thousand, it is a distinct historical event. And the message Jesus wanted His disciples to understand, and us too, might be hard to understand but it is very important. To those who were closest to the Savior, He said, "Watch out for these dangers." (Mark 8.1-12, October 26, 2014) Sun, 19 Oct 2014 15:34:34 GMT full 1631 clean The Syrophoenician woman brought a specific request to Jesus, but He wanted to give her more grace. What do we do when we bring a need to Jesus but He wants to do more than what we ask for? (Mark 7.24-30, October 19, 2014) Mon, 13 Oct 2014 14:31:11 GMT full 2236 clean Former pastor Ronnie Beams helps us celebrate our 60th Anniversary with a sermon from Psalm 116.12-14. (October 12, 2014) Mon, 06 Oct 2014 21:00:19 GMT full 1767 clean Mark 7.14-23 (October 5, 2014) Sun, 21 Sep 2014 10:53:37 GMT full 1369 clean Psalm 113 teaches the people of God to praise the name of the Lord. But it comes to life when we realize it has a prequel, a sequel, a finale, and a "this time forth." (Psalm 113, September 21, 2014) Sun, 07 Sep 2014 10:37:51 GMT full 1587 clean What's this "Jesus thing" all about? John summarizes it for us in one sentence: we can become children of God. (John 1.12, September 7, 2014) Sun, 31 Aug 2014 17:03:44 GMT full 1983 clean One effective tool in the ministry of reconciliation is to invite our friends to "come and see" Jesus by coming to church with us. (John 1.35-51, August 31, 2014) Mon, 25 Aug 2014 23:04:05 GMT full 1807 clean 2 Corinthians 5.17-21 (August 24, 2014) Sun, 17 Aug 2014 10:31:23 GMT full 1943 clean For some people , religious people seem to be more comfortable with condemning sinners rather than hanging out with them. But our Savior was known for being a friend of sinners. And when the religious people questioned why, He shared three insights that will help us become more like Christ (Matthew 9.9-13, August 17, 2014) Mon, 11 Aug 2014 09:37:44 GMT full 1996 clean This sermon is the second sermon in the "i5: Evangelism for the Rest of Us." In this sermon, we explore why we must pray for unbelievers. Sun, 03 Aug 2014 10:31:34 GMT full 2041 clean Through the month of August, we explore a strategy of evangelism for the "rest of us," those who are not bold extroverts but who want to be ambassadors for Christ. Today's sermon is the first part of a five part series, "i5: Evangelism for the Rest of Us." (2 Corinthians 5.17-6.10, August 3, 2014) Wed, 30 Jul 2014 10:04:35 GMT full 1374 clean Ryan Henson, Student Minister at FBC Benbrook, explores the reason why God lavished His great grace upon us. (Ephesians 2.1-10/July 29, 2014). Sun, 20 Jul 2014 10:41:11 GMT full 1942 clean When Mark told the famous story of Jesus feeding 5000 people with just five loaves and two fish, he cast the story in such a way so that we would see the beauty and greatness of the Savior anew. Listen to the story, and consider what it means to call Jesus your "Good Shepherd." (Mark 6.30-52, July 20, 2014) Sun, 13 Jul 2014 10:39:50 GMT full 1729 clean Why did the gospel writer Mark think it was important to tell us of John's death? Why did he frame the story within the story of the sending of the 12? Sun, 06 Jul 2014 10:41:15 GMT full 1699 clean The apostle Paul describes the radical, soul altering love of Christ and how it drove him to no longer live for himself but for Him who died in His place. (2 Corinthians 5.14-15, July 6, 2014) Sun, 22 Jun 2014 10:42:58 GMT full 1405 clean Mark 6.7-13 (June 22, 2014) Sun, 15 Jun 2014 10:37:12 GMT full 2135 clean The two hardest things a father can do, and must do, is to love his wife the way Christ loved the church and to bring his children up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord without provoking them to anger. (Ephesians 5.25-6.4, June 15, 2014) Sun, 08 Jun 2014 10:30:24 GMT full 2413 clean When Jesus spoke in the synagogue, the people's minds were blown away by His authority, His power, and His humanity. Even today, these remain three tripping points towards faith, for unbelievers and believers (Mark 6.1-6, June 8, 2014) Sun, 01 Jun 2014 10:26:06 GMT full 1723 clean When Jairus was caught in a "faith vortex," not knowing where to stand or how to act, Jesus helped build his faith in three ways, the same ways that He helps to build our faith today. (Mark 5.21-43, June 1, 2014) Tue, 27 May 2014 09:43:33 GMT full 2116 clean The redeeming love of God caused Jesus to seek after the man held in horrible bondage to demons in the region of the Gerasenes. But that same redeeming love of God caused Jesus to send the man back home to tell his story to his friends. (Mark 5.1-20; May 25, 2014) Sun, 18 May 2014 10:34:34 GMT full 1700 clean Praying to a disciple is like breathing to a human: it is essential to survival. And yet, many of us know that we have much room to grow in our practice of prayer. This sermon will challenge you to become intentional in your practice of family prayer. (Colossians 4.2, May 18, 2014) Sun, 11 May 2014 10:27:42 GMT full 1987 clean What does it mean to "honor our mothers"? And what is the connection between honoring mothers and "living long in the land in which God gives to us"? Could it be that honoring motherhood itself is vital to our nation's survival? (Exodus 20.12) Sun, 04 May 2014 16:23:32 GMT full 1654 clean The disciples found themselves caught in a storm with a Jesus who was asleep in the back of the boat, seemingly not even caring that His friends were in trouble. Upon waking up, He chastised them for their lack of faith, but how can we be expected to faith in God during a storm if it appears that He is asleep at the wheel? Sun, 27 Apr 2014 10:37:54 GMT full 1874 clean God demonstrates His love towards us in the Easter Story, but His love is more than a story to understand. God wants us to be rooted and grounded in His love, but what does that mean and how can we experience it? (Ephesians 3.14-21, April 27, 2014) Mon, 21 Apr 2014 09:26:47 GMT full 1605 clean It's because of God's great love for us that there even is an Easter story to tell. But what is the quality of that love? How does God love us? (1 John 3.1-10, April 20, 2014) Wed, 09 Apr 2014 15:51:55 GMT full clean Wed, 09 Apr 2014 15:47:32 GMT full 1318 clean One of the most shocking statements that one human could make to another is this: "God loves you." Doesn't sound all that shocking? It will after you read Ephesians 2.1-7. (April 6, 2014) Mon, 31 Mar 2014 09:36:45 GMT full 1642 clean Why should believers want to give gifts to God that will make Him smile? What kind of gifts do we give? And how do we give these gifts to God? (March 30, 2014) Sun, 23 Mar 2014 14:19:49 GMT full 1386 clean "Giving Gifts That Make God Smile" Series, Week 2. (Acts 11.27-30, March 23, 2014) Sun, 16 Mar 2014 10:34:57 GMT full 1884 clean God's people have always been compelled to give gifts to God, but not all gifts make God smile. What does it mean to give a gift to God that makes Him smile? (Genesis 4.1-7, March 16, 2014) Mon, 10 Mar 2014 08:26:31 GMT full 2075 clean We often read the Parable of the Sower and hear it as a challenge to examine ourselves as to what type of soil we might be. But the Parable is also an encouraging word to those who are working alongside the Master Sower to sow the word. (Mark 4.1-34, March 9, 2014) Mon, 03 Mar 2014 09:39:38 GMT full 1788 clean to be part of God's family means to "do the will of God." But what exactly does that mean? How can I discover God's will for my life? (Mark 3.31-35, March 2, 1014) Mon, 24 Feb 2014 09:24:04 GMT full 1855 clean What is the "unforgivable sin"? What does it mean to "blaspheme the Holy Spirit"? (Mark 3.22-30, February 23, 2014) Sun, 16 Feb 2014 16:29:52 GMT full 2112 clean Jesus chose the apostles for a special task: to be with Him, to send them to preach, and to give them authority over the demons. But what about us? Does God have anything special for us to do? (Mark 3.13-21, February 16, 2014) Sun, 09 Feb 2014 10:44:13 GMT full 1427 clean When we celebrate the Lord's Supper, we worship Christ for saving us from our sins. But Psalm 3 helps us to continue to worship God as our Savior. (Psalm 3, February 9, 2014) Mon, 03 Feb 2014 09:59:24 GMT full 1726 clean How is God happy with me? Is it because of the good that I do and the bad that I don't do? Or is it because of His grace? And what does it mean to have faith in His grace? And why should I even care about asking this question? (Mark 2.18-22, February 2, 2014) Mon, 27 Jan 2014 09:36:19 GMT full 2028 clean The question seems self-evident, but the religious leaders of Jesus' time had a very different point of view. How should followers of Jesus relate to those who are not followers of Jesus? Are they criminals to be avoided or sick persons in need of the Great Physician? And what difference does that make? (Mark 2.13-17, January 26, 2014) Sun, 19 Jan 2014 10:34:14 GMT full 1583 clean The gospel, in a nutshell, is "Christ died for our sins." But perhaps we should ask the very simple question, "Why do I need forgiveness from God?" (Mark 2.1-12, January 19, 2014) Sun, 12 Jan 2014 10:39:17 GMT full 1837 clean The leper who met Jesus said, "If you are willing, you can make me clean." Of course, Jesus was willing and made him clean. But what about us? When we are sick, and ask God to heal us, what should we expect? (Mark 1.40-46, January 12, 2014) Sun, 05 Jan 2014 10:28:25 GMT full 1674 clean Elijah was a human being, just like the rest of us, and sometimes fear jumped all over him like it sometime jumps over us. His story of restoration and deliverance is helpful to us for it shows us the way out of our own valleys of discouragement. (1 Kings 19.1-18, January 5, 2014) Sun, 29 Dec 2013 10:38:46 GMT full 1453 clean Why is there a wedding love song in Scripture? Because it celebrates the King's love for the church. (Psalm 45, December 29, 2013) Sun, 22 Dec 2013 10:41:08 GMT full 1598 clean The Old Testament passage that the New Testament quotes the most is Psalm 110, and it is from this psalm that we understand who Christ was, is, and is to come. And from this psalm, we are equipped to worship the Christ who became flesh to save us from our sins before He came as King to conquer His enemies. (Psalm 110, December 22, 2013) Sun, 15 Dec 2013 17:10:18 GMT full 840 clean The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. That's the story of the Magi, and that's our story. Consider the testimony of the "magos." (Matthew 2.1-12, December 15, 2013) Sun, 24 Nov 2013 10:29:29 GMT full 1509 clean In a culture of ingratitude and complaining, God commands us to give thanks and to do all things without grumbling. Why would He want us to do that? (1 Thessalonians 5.18, Philippians 2.14, November 24, 2013) Sun, 17 Nov 2013 10:35:24 GMT full 1417 clean Jesus was fully human and fully divine when God became flesh and dwelt among us. Since Jesus was a man of prayer, what do we learn about prayer from His prayer life? What action step can we take this week to prayer more like Jesus? (Mark 1.35-39, November 17, 2013) Tue, 12 Nov 2013 10:36:06 GMT full 1801 clean The life and ministry of Jesus demonstrates that the spiritual forces of darkness are very real, very defeated, and yet still a very real struggle for believers today. (Mark 1.19-34, November 10, 2013) Mon, 04 Nov 2013 09:36:52 GMT full 1694 clean What does Jesus want from us? His call has two parts, but we often forget the second. What is the full call of a disciple of Christ? (Mark 1.16-20, November 3, 2013) Sun, 29 Sep 2013 10:53:23 GMT full 1583 clean Mark 1.14-15 (September 29, 2013) Mon, 23 Sep 2013 09:34:13 GMT full 969 clean What exactly happened in the wilderness when Jesus was tempted by Satan? More than our souls can ever comprehend. (Mark 1.12-13, September 22, 2013) Sun, 15 Sep 2013 17:36:18 GMT full 1061 clean Mark 1.9-11 (September 15, 2013) Sun, 08 Sep 2013 16:13:11 GMT full 1845 clean Mark begins the gospel story with John the Baptist preaching that Jesus would come to "baptize" us with the Holy Spirit. What exactly does that mean? (Mark 1.1-8, September 8, 2013) Tue, 03 Sep 2013 09:38:06 GMT full 1477 clean The God inspired author of the Gospel of Mark has a powerful testimony of God's grace and redemption. (Mark 1.1, September 1, 2013) Sun, 25 Aug 2013 10:39:42 GMT full 1230 clean Revelation 7.9-10 (August 25, 2013) Mon, 12 Aug 2013 09:32:31 GMT full 1648 clean Jeremiah's prophecies concerning God's judgment of Babylon were not fulfilled when Babylon fell to Persia. This means that the prophecies concern events still yet to happen. How does this inform our reading of Revelation 17-18? (Jeremiah 50.1-10, August 11, 2013) Sun, 04 Aug 2013 16:19:34 GMT full 2176 clean Hear two testimonies from those who went on the Family Mission Trip to Penitas, Texas. And then consider Colossians 1 where we consider the missionary, evangelistic, and discipleship ministry of Epaphras. How might the Lord challenge and encourage through his life and ministry? (August 4, 2013, Colossians 1.1-14) Mon, 29 Jul 2013 10:54:47 GMT full 1782 clean Internalizing the Values of Our King (Luke 13.18-21). Guest Preacher: Jeff Christopherson, Vice President of the North American Mission Board (July 28, 2013) Sun, 21 Jul 2013 10:54:08 GMT full 1893 clean On 'Youth Camp Sunday," listen as three of our students share how God is at work in their lives, as well as a sermon from John 4 (July 21, 2013, John 4.13-14) Sun, 14 Jul 2013 16:54:37 GMT full 1930 clean Jeremiah 45 (July 14, 2013) Sun, 07 Jul 2013 10:41:10 GMT full 1496 clean The First Commandment was given to God's people, the people who should have known that YWHW alone was the one who brought them out of Egypt. But we have always pursued other gods, and the "3 p's" are the reason why. (Jeremiah 44.15-18, July 7, 2013) Sun, 30 Jun 2013 19:20:17 GMT full 1621 clean "Trust in the Lord with all of your heart," wisdom given in times of fear and risk. Leaning not on our own understanding is easier said than done. Just ask Johanan. (Jeremiah 42, June 30, 2013) Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:14:58 GMT full 1627 clean Father's are called to nurture and admonish our children in the ways of the Lord. Our children desperately need to the wisdom of Galatians 6.7-9. (Galatians 6.7-9, Jun 16, 2013) Sun, 09 Jun 2013 10:34:27 GMT full 1764 clean Satan has been scheming through history to destroy Scripture, but he is very crafty. No longer is the threat to burn Bibles, but to philosophically pervert Scripture. Will we be a Jehoiakim or a Micaiah? (Jeremiah 36, June 9, 2013) Sun, 02 Jun 2013 10:40:28 GMT full 831 clean What does it take to remain faithful in a time when so many are running away from the Lord? And what are the blessings and rewards of doing so? Consider the story of the Rechabites. (Jeremiah 35, June 2, 2013) Sun, 26 May 2013 10:30:37 GMT full 1458 clean We make light of "foxhole religion," but the prophet Jeremiah makes it very clear that God regards such disregarded covenants nothing less than profaning His holy name. (Jeremiah 34.8-22, May 26, 2013) Mon, 20 May 2013 12:37:24 GMT full 1501 clean When the Messiah comes again, He will execute justice and righteousness. But what does that mean for us as we wait for His return? (Jeremiah 33.14-16, May 19, 2013) Mon, 13 May 2013 10:54:20 GMT full 1354 clean Some mothers know "no greater joy," but what about those who know "no greater anguish"? (Jeremiah 33.1-9 - May 12, 2013) Sun, 05 May 2013 16:59:10 GMT full 1469 clean From the prayer journal of the prophet Jeremiah: is anything too difficult for God? And what exactly am I asking? (Jeremiah 32.16-25, May 5, 2013) Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:05:13 GMT full 1784 clean What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus? (Part 4 of 4) - Matthew 28.19-20 (April 28, 2013) Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:29:12 GMT full 1524 clean What does it mean to be a follower of Christ? It means that we are pursuing being transformed into the image of Christ by the work of the Spirit. (Ephesians 4.17-32, Part 3 of 4). Mon, 15 Apr 2013 09:55:10 GMT full 1569 clean Romans 12.2 (April 7, 2013) Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:06:22 GMT full 1386 clean What does it mean to follow Christ? It means that we obey His commands. (1 John 2.3-6, April 14, 2013) Sun, 31 Mar 2013 12:56:09 GMT full 1530 clean Is Easter a big deal only because God brought a dead man back to life? Or is there something more? (Romans 4.24-25, March 31, 2013) Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:07:29 GMT full 508 clean No matter how many times you have heard the story of Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, it always moves the soul. But there is nothing like hearing it when the Spirit is calling you to salvation. (Acts 2.22-41) Sun, 17 Mar 2013 16:58:19 GMT full 1738 clean Only once did the Old Testament use the phrase, "new covenant." In Jeremiah 31, the prophet Jeremiah foresaw the glorious work of Christ and how it would change the relationship between God and His people. Sun, 10 Mar 2013 10:46:25 GMT full 1823 clean For those who have wandered away from the Lord and wondering how to get back home, the prophet Jeremiah encourages us to hear the voice of Ephraim (Jeremiah 31.15-22, March 10, 2013) Sun, 03 Mar 2013 16:37:58 GMT full 1610 clean God love us how much? Or, perhaps a better question is, "God has loved us for how long?" And what difference does it make that God has loved us with an everlasting love? (Jeremiah 31.1-6, March 3, 2013) Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:25:09 GMT full 1899 clean One of the great Bible promises is Jeremiah 29:11, and it looks great in Christian art. But what does it really mean? And how does Jeremiah 29 help us to understand and apply it? (Jeremiah 29.1-14, February 24, 2013) Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:20:40 GMT full 1899 clean Jeremiah 29:11 is one of our most favorite Bible promises, but do we really know what it says? It looks great in Christian art, but what does it look like in the context of Jeremiah 29? (Jeremiah 29.1-14, February 24, 2013) Sun, 24 Feb 2013 16:41:21 GMT full 1899 clean Jeremiah 29.1-14 (February 24, 2013) Sun, 17 Feb 2013 10:35:12 GMT full 1678 clean What is it like to read the Bible? Daniel gives us a great example, and a grand invitation, to read Scripture as the Word of the Lord in a life changing way. (Jeremiah 25.8-14, February 17, 2013) Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:43:23 GMT full 2069 clean What is the greatest miracle described in the Bible? Parting of the Red Sea? Feeding of the 5000? Not even close. (Acts 2.47-41, February 10, 2013) Sun, 03 Feb 2013 10:32:26 GMT full 1377 clean In one of the few times that the prophet Jeremiah speaks about Jesus, He states the gospel with only five words: The Lord is Our Righteousness. (Jeremiah 23.1-8, February 3, 2013) Sun, 27 Jan 2013 14:22:18 GMT full 1499 clean Long before God brought His people into the Land of Promise, He set before them two paths, one that leads to life and the other that leads to destruction. The same offer and warning of grace lays before us today. (Jeremiah 21.1-10, January 27, 2013) Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:54:39 GMT full 1420 clean In his last recorded lament, the prophet Jeremiah wrestles with God in prayer, embracing both his calling and the misery associated with it. This gut level honest prayer teaches followers of Christ much about what it means to take up our cross and follow Jesus.(Jeremiah 20, January 20, 2013) Sun, 13 Jan 2013 10:28:52 GMT full 1409 clean Does God really do anything when one of His children walk away and run towards evil instead of away from it? It it really all that terrifying to fall into the hands of the Living God? (Jeremiah 18.1-12, January 13, 2013) Sun, 06 Jan 2013 10:33:26 GMT full 1563 clean Do you want a blessed life? Would you like to be like a tree planted by the stream who does not fear when the heat comes? Then trust the Lord in all that you do. But what does that mean? Are those just empty churchy words? (Jeremiah 17.1-13, January 6, 2013) Sun, 30 Dec 2012 10:27:04 GMT full 1280 clean The season of Christmas has a tendency to "freeze" Jesus in time as a little baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. But this is hardly the picture of the King of Kings. We need an updated family portrait. (Revelation 19.11-16, December 30, 2012) Sun, 23 Dec 2012 12:25:53 GMT full 1607 clean John 1.14-18 (December 23, 2012) Sun, 09 Dec 2012 10:34:04 GMT full 1601 clean The story of Christmas can be told in three words: God Became Flesh. If Colossians 1 helps us celebrate the GOD who became flesh, then Hebrews 2 helps us to worship the God who became FLESH. (Hebrews 2.10-18, December 9, 2012) Mon, 03 Dec 2012 09:47:15 GMT full 1620 clean Celebrating the "birth" of Jesus is much different than celebrating any other birthday. For one thing, Jesus pre-existed His birthday. He did not come into existence on Christmas morn. Discover who Jesus was before the manger through the great Christological Hymn of Colossians 1. (Colossians 1.15-23, December 2, 2012) Sun, 25 Nov 2012 10:31:21 GMT full 1547 clean On this unique Sunday, sandwiched between Thanksgiving weekend and the Christmas season, we think about how to prepare ourselves to celebrate the birth of the Savior, and the unique challenges of trying to do that in our culture. (Isaiah 40.1-5, November 25, 2012) Sun, 18 Nov 2012 10:45:45 GMT full 1348 clean How easy it is to feel happy about the good things in our lives, but does this kind of "gratitude" really magnify the Lord? Psalm 9 challenges us to develop a faith based gratitude. (November 18, 2012) Sun, 11 Nov 2012 18:07:28 GMT full 1566 clean In the midst of a lament, Jeremiah declares his delight in the words of the Lord. In light of Psalm 19, what can we learn about what it means to delight in the words of the Lord? (Jeremiah 15.15-21, November 11, 2012) Sun, 04 Nov 2012 10:42:28 GMT full 1508 clean The prophet Jeremiah laid the blame for the exile upon one man, the wicked king Manasseh. Manasseh's story is a complex one, but it stands as a stark reminder of the importance of being a good steward of the influence God gives to us (Jeremiah 15.1-4, November 4, 2012) Sun, 28 Oct 2012 10:39:53 GMT full 1752 clean Jeremiah struggled against the false prophets, those who claim to speak for the Lord but really speak lying visions, delusions of their own mind, or worse, words of divination. But the New Testament is very clear, just as false prophets were among the people of God in times past, so they will be among us today. (Jeremiah 14.13-16, October 28, 2012) Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:34:45 GMT full 1716 clean Do we really need the Old Testament prophets? Indeed. Even though Jeremiah spoke 600 years before the birth of Christ, he understood the essence of the gospel better than most today. (Jeremiah 13.22-27 - October 21, 2012) Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:08:24 GMT full 1816 clean In one of the great prophetic parables of Jeremiah's ministry, the Lord used the prophet to demonstrate His intentions for the people of God: to cling to Him. (Jeremiah 13.1-11 - October 14, 2012) Sun, 07 Oct 2012 18:03:46 GMT full 1132 clean When the prophet Jeremiah was in deep despair, how did the Lord encourage him? By hitting the reset button on his soul. (Jeremiah 12.1-6, October 7, 2012) Sun, 30 Sep 2012 18:37:15 GMT full 1546 clean Jeremiah lived in a land with two competing worldviews, one which embraced a Creator who was the Moral Ruler of the Universe and one which denied it. And standing in that land, he cried out, "Learn not the way of the nations." His cry still echoes in our current day. (Jeremiah 10.1-12, September 30, 2012) Sun, 23 Sep 2012 10:41:26 GMT full 1389 clean There are so many false, hollow, and empty pursuits held out before us as we run the race of life. The prophet Jeremiah offers us words of life, words to direct our pursuits to the One who is Worthy of our boasting. (Jeremiah 9.23-24, September 23, 2012) Sun, 16 Sep 2012 16:17:14 GMT full 1475 clean The heart cry of the prophet Jeremiah (Is there no balm in Gilead) was turned into a statement by the hymn writer (There is a balm in Gilead). And the glory of the Gospel lies between the difference between the question and the statement. (Jeremiah 8.18-9.1,September 16, 2012) Sun, 09 Sep 2012 18:42:07 GMT full 1469 clean We don't normally think of the prophets as people of prayer, but the prophets were called to intercede through prayer for the people God sent them to. What can we learn about prayer by studying the prayer life of Jeremiah? (Jeremiah 7.16-20, September 9, 2012) Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:57:07 GMT full 1558 clean After almost 20 years of prophetic ministry, Jeremiah stepped into the Temple and delivered his greatest, and most despised message. Consider Shiloh... (Jeremiah 7.1-15, September 2, 2012) Sun, 26 Aug 2012 10:43:28 GMT full 1670 clean The biblical view of history is that God is not only the God of history, directing creation to His desired end, but also the God in history who acts through nature and human agents to accomplish His will. How do we submit to and cooperate with the God in history? (Jeremiah 5.11-17, August 26, 2012) Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:50:09 GMT full 1420 clean The essence of the gospel invitation is to return to the Lord, to repent. But sinners are tempted to return in "pretense' and not with our whole heart. What does it mean to fully return to the Lord? (Jeremiah 3.12-14, August 19, 2012) Sun, 12 Aug 2012 16:03:12 GMT full 1503 clean In spite of King Josiah's incredible revival efforts, the Lord still put words of judgment on Jeremiah's lips. Find out why. Sun, 05 Aug 2012 16:36:19 GMT full 1833 clean Jeremiah 1.1-19 (August 5, 2012) Sun, 29 Jul 2012 10:35:07 GMT full 1464 clean Acts 16.25-40 (July 29, 2012) Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:00:09 GMT full 1959 clean Guest Preacher Vern Charette shares a message from Ecclesiastes 1.1-2. (July 15, 2012) Sun, 08 Jul 2012 16:45:48 GMT full 1692 clean Our students share testimonies of how Christ spoke to them during Youth Camp, and the pastor shares a brief message from 1 John 4 to illustrate the importance of learning to hear from God ourselves. (July 8, 2012) Sun, 01 Jul 2012 13:45:22 GMT full 1969 clean Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord. But what does it mean for a nation founded on religious liberty to claim the Lord as its God and why are our blessings dependent upon our preference for the Christian faith? (Jeremiah 2.1-13, July 1, 2012) Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:07:12 GMT full 1394 clean One of the great blessings of the gospel is knowing a God who knows me better than I know myself. But there are some faith challenges to only knowing "in part." How do we handle those faith challenges, especially as we share the gospel with other? Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:38:18 GMT full 1692 clean One of God's first creations was the institution of marriage. In His wisdom, He created the building block of society where a man and a woman are united together into "one flesh." But more and more, our culture sees marriage as unnecessary and un-beneficial. Why is marriage such a good deal? And how will our nation suffer if marriage is replaced by cohabiting? Sun, 10 Jun 2012 13:29:58 GMT full 1482 clean After Christ became for us so that we might be reconciled with Him, what was God's plan to spread the good news? He took a great risk by entrusting the message with His followers. Are we up to the trust? Tue, 05 Jun 2012 08:44:05 GMT full 1477 clean As ambassadors for Christ, the Bible teaches us to always be prepared to share the reason we have such great hope in Christ. Do you know your hope story? Are you prepared to share it? (1 Peter 3.8-17, June 3, 2012) Tue, 29 May 2012 09:42:12 GMT full 1209 clean If we are reconciled with Christ, then God has given to us the ministry of reconciliation. He has called us alongside unbelievers so that He can make His appeal to them through us. Knowing this, what's the first thing we should do? Pray, pray, pray. (2 Corinthians 5.17-21, May 27, 2012) Sun, 20 May 2012 18:20:36 GMT full 1131 clean Is evangelism only for introverts? Must we all work to be "that guy," you know, the pushy, confrontational guy? Or, does God entrust the ministry of reconciliation to introverts, too? (2 Corinthians 5.10-6.2, May 20, 2012( Sun, 06 May 2012 21:16:05 GMT full 1149 clean Philippians 3.10-21 - May 6, 2012 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:37:28 GMT full 1610 clean Sharing in the sufferings of Christ is not only the inevitable reality for a Christ follower, but the New Testament calls it a blessing. Why would anyone rejoice at the prospect of suffering for Jesus? (April 29, 2012 - 1 Peter 4.12-19) Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10:35:25 GMT full 1298 clean The apostle Paul not only suffered the loss of all things because of his commitment to Christ, but his attitude towards his loss was radical. He viewed it all as rubbish. Why is that important and what does it say about what it means to know Christ and to experience the power of His resurrection? Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:08:59 GMT full 1252 clean Philippians 3.8 - April 15, 2012 (Series Title: Knowing the Power of the Resurrection) Sun, 08 Apr 2012 12:34:54 GMT full 1187 clean Luke 24.1-12, April 8, 2012 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:20:14 GMT full 1581 clean Prayer is such an amazing gift, that we can approach the throne of grace and make our request known. In Mark 11, Jesus taught His disciples some very basic principles about prayer, principles that still guide us as we ask anything in prayer. Sun, 18 Mar 2012 16:37:36 GMT full 1646 clean Twice in history, God cast out the house that bore His name and uprooted His people from the land of promise. What would the judgment of God look like upon the new covenant temple today? (Mark 11.11-21, March 18, 2012 AM) Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:19:02 GMT full 1841 clean Mark 11.11-21, March 11, 2012 AM Sun, 04 Mar 2012 10:50:50 GMT full 1301 clean Mark 10.1-10, March 4, 2012 AM Sun, 26 Feb 2012 10:53:46 GMT full 1758 clean What appears to be little more than a list of names is really an incredible picture of the body of Christ united in the Lord. (Romans 16.21-23, February 26, 2012) Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:16:16 GMT full 1163 clean We are to be careful to partake of the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner, but what exactly does that mean? And what is the danger of not "discerning the body" as we celebrate the Supper? (1 Corinthians 11.17-34, February 19, 2012 AM) Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:43:07 GMT full 1066 clean Satan may be the ruler of this world, and we may wrestle with the spiritual forces of darkness, but believers battle with a precious promise: God will soon crush Satan under our feet. But how soon is soon, and how much of Satan's work will God leave uncrushed until He comes? (Romans 16.20, February 12, 2012) Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:38:52 GMT full 1134 clean Paul warns us the watch out for those who deceive us to pursue our own appetites instead of serving Jesus Christ. One such distortion of the true gospel is the "man centered gospel" so prevalent in the American church. Find out what a "trap stick" it really is. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:50:37 GMT full 1300 clean While sometimes skip over the portions of Scripture that appear to be little more than just a list of names, we should remember that behind every name is a story. And God never wastes a story. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:38:33 GMT full 1650 clean Paul asked the church to pray for two things, and God answered their prayers in amazing ways (read Acts 21 to see how). But Paul didn't ask the church just to pray but to strive in prayer. What does it mean to strive in prayer? (Romans 15.30-33, January 22, 2012) Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:46:27 GMT full 1680 clean Romans 15.20-25 - January 8, 2012 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 12:32:24 GMT full 1067 clean One of the animals missing from the manger scene is a white horse. Discover how John's vision of a white horse helps up to know the Jesus of Christmas Day. (Revelation 19.11-16 - December 25, 2011) Sun, 11 Dec 2011 10:46:48 GMT full 1289 clean As we consider the second coming of our Lord and Savior, we think deeply about how the rise and fall of the antichrist is part of the good news of the Christmas story (2 Thessalonians 2.3-12 - December 11, 2011) Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:35:25 GMT full 1650 clean Before our Lord and Savior returns to make all things new, the "rebellion" must take place first. What will the rebellion look like, and what kind of faith must we have to endure it? (2 Thessalonians 2.3 - December 4, 2011) Sun, 20 Nov 2011 12:18:32 GMT full 1583 clean Christians are to give thanks to God for every gift, but is God really responsible for every good gift that comes our way? (Romans 1.21 - November 20, 2011) Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:24:30 GMT full 793 clean Jesus Christ radically altered the meaning of the Passover meal by declaring that the bread and cup were His body and blood for the new covenant. As often as we partake of the table, we are to proclaim His death "until He comes." What does it mean to observe the Lord's Supper "until He comes"? (1 Corinthians 11.26 - November 13, 2011) Sun, 06 Nov 2011 10:48:01 GMT full 1626 clean Certain things must happen before our Lord returns, events like the Rebellion and the rise of the Man of Lawlessness. Do we have the kind of faith that will endure to the end? (2 Thessalonians 2.1-12 - November 6, 2011) Sun, 30 Oct 2011 10:48:34 GMT full 1162 clean Should we preach the gospel by word and deed with signs and wonders like the apostle Paul? (Romans 15.14-21, October 30, 2011) Sun, 23 Oct 2011 15:06:37 GMT full 1287 clean How can we abound in hope? (Romans 15.3 - October 23, 2011 AM) Sun, 16 Oct 2011 10:54:20 GMT full 1339 clean Harmony in the body of Christ is more than a good idea. It is essential to the proclamation of the gospel. And God will not suffer long those believers who sow seeds of discord. (Romans 15.1-7 | October 16, 2011) Sun, 09 Oct 2011 10:46:56 GMT full 1385 clean The essential elements of the Kingdom of God are righteousness, peace, and joy, but what does this mean in light of the larger discussion about unity and diversity in the body of Christ? (Romans 14.13-19, October 9, 2011). Sun, 02 Oct 2011 10:51:43 GMT full 1530 clean All believers will stand at the judgment seat of Christ. What will happen? What does it mean to give an accounting to God? Will there be rewards? Romans 14.10-12, and other Scriptures, guide us into the truth. (October 2, 2011) Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:22:52 GMT full 1426 clean Sun, 25 Sep 2011 10:55:32 GMT full 1426 clean Romans 14 - September 25, 2011 AM Sunday morning sermons are also available as a podcast via iTunes. Search for "FBC Benbrook Sermons." Mon, 19 Sep 2011 09:51:57 GMT full 1617 clean Romans 13.11-14 - September 18, 2011 AM Sunday morning sermons are also available via podcast through iTunes. Look for "FBC Benbrook Sermons." Sun, 11 Sep 2011 23:11:33 GMT full 2256 clean Psalm 11 - September 11, 2011 A sermon on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11. Sunday morning sermons are also available via podcast through iTunes under "FBC Benbrook Sermons" Sun, 11 Sep 2011 16:53:29 GMT full 2256 clean Psalm 11 - September 11, 2011 A sermon on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11. Sunday morning sermons are also available via podcast through iTunes under "FBC Benbrook Sermons" Sun, 04 Sep 2011 10:40:34 GMT full 931 clean Romans 13.8-10 - September 4, 2011 AM Sunday morning sermons at the First Baptist Church of Benbrook are also available via podcast at iTunes. Search for "FBC Benbrook Sermons". Sun, 28 Aug 2011 10:48:03 GMT full 1422 clean Psalm 51 - August 28, 2011 AM Sunday morning sermons at the First Baptist Church of Benbrook, Texas are also available via podcast at iTunes. Search for "FBC Benbrook Sermons" Sun, 21 Aug 2011 10:55:55 GMT full 1941 clean 1 Kings 11.1-11 - August 21, 2011 AM Sunday morning sermons from the First Baptist Church of Benbrook are available via podcast at iTunes under "FBC Benbrook Sermons" Sun, 14 Aug 2011 10:57:39 GMT full 1650 clean Jonah 1-4 - August 14, 2011 Sunday morning sermons at FBC Benbrook are also available as a podcast via iTunes. Search for " FBC Benbrook Sermons" Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:15:14 GMT full 1275 clean Romans 15.4, Ephesians 2.10, and Acts 26.16-18 - August 7, 2011 AM Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:34:33 GMT full 1706 clean Genesis 37-50 - July 31, 2011 Sunday morning sermons at the First Baptist Church of Benbrook can also be accessed through iTunes as a podcast. Look for FBC Benbrook Sermons. Sun, 24 Jul 2011 12:50:25 GMT full 1704 clean Esther - July 24, 2011 AM Sun, 10 Jul 2011 16:11:14 GMT full 1504 clean July 10, 2011 - Romans 15.4 (Encouraging Stories to Bring us Hope) Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:15:23 GMT full 1453 clean Romans 13.1-7 - June 26, 2011 AM Podcast all Sunday morning sermons through iTunes under "FBC Benbrook Sermons" Sun, 19 Jun 2011 12:39:57 GMT full 1351 clean Romans 13.1-5 - June 19, 2011 A Word for Men on Father's Day Sun, 12 Jun 2011 11:14:44 GMT full 1749 clean Romans 12.14-21 - June 12, 2011 AM Sun, 05 Jun 2011 10:53:38 GMT full 1114 clean Romans 12.12 - June 5, 2011 AM Sun, 29 May 2011 10:32:51 GMT full 763 clean Romans 12.11 - May 29, 2011 Graduate Recognition Sunday Sun, 22 May 2011 10:48:12 GMT full 1190 clean Romans 12.9 - May 22, 2011 AM Sun, 15 May 2011 12:35:12 GMT full 1639 clean Romans 12.3-8 - May 15, 2011 AM Sun, 08 May 2011 10:51:13 GMT full 1441 clean Exodus 20.12 - May 8, 2011 Mother's Day Sun, 01 May 2011 16:07:19 GMT full 1273 clean Romans 12.1-2 - 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February 6, 2011 AM The third sermon of the "One2One Vision Series" Sun, 23 Jan 2011 14:42:23 GMT full 1466 clean 2 Corinthians 4.1-6 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 11:20:13 GMT full 1684 clean January 16, 2011 A Vision for FBC Benbrook for 2011 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 10:58:38 GMT full 1187 clean Romans 8.26-27 - January 9, 2011 AM Mon, 03 Jan 2011 11:21:32 GMT full 1273 clean Romans 8.26-30 - January 2, 2011 AM Mon, 20 Dec 2010 08:29:35 GMT full 874 clean Luke 21.25-28 - December 19, 2010 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:39:38 GMT full 1300 clean Matthew 13.24-43 - December 12, 2010 AM Mon, 06 Dec 2010 09:24:32 GMT full 1344 clean December 5, 2010 - Micah 4.1-7 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 10:59:54 GMT full 1294 clean Luke 17.11-19 - November 21, 2010 AM Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:13:09 GMT full 1337 clean Romans 8.17-39 - November 14, 2010 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 08:13:00 GMT full 1522 clean Romans 8.12-17 - November 7, 2010 AM Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:17:57 GMT full 1394 clean Romans 8.5-11 - October 31, 2010 AM Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:36:01 GMT full 1266 clean Romans 8.1-4 - 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July 18, 2010AM Sun, 11 Jul 2010 10:48:46 GMT full 1362 clean Romans 3.9-23 - July 11, 2010 AM Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:36:18 GMT full 1225 clean Psalm 33 - July 4, 2010 AM Sun, 27 Jun 2010 11:13:43 GMT full 1189 clean Romans 3.1-2 - June 27, 2010 A response to Bill Maher's movie, "Religulous" Sun, 20 Jun 2010 10:55:48 GMT full 1078 clean 1 Peter 2.18-25 - June 20, 2010 Father's Day Sun, 06 Jun 2010 11:22:14 GMT full 1605 clean Romans 2.17-24 - June 6, 2010 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:38:25 GMT full 1262 clean Romans 2.1-11 - May 30, 2010 AM Mon, 24 May 2010 08:51:12 GMT full 1621 clean Romans 1.24-32 - May 23, 2010 Mon, 17 May 2010 08:31:37 GMT full 1500 clean Romans 1.21-23 - May 16, 2010 Mon, 10 May 2010 09:36:10 GMT full 1398 clean Genesis 30.1 - May 9, 2010 Mother's Day Sun, 02 May 2010 12:36:49 GMT full 1488 clean Romans 1.19-20 - May 2, 2010 AM Tue, 27 Apr 2010 09:01:50 GMT full 1504 clean Romans 1.16-18 - April 25, 2010 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:58:17 GMT full 1549 clean Romans 1.8-17 - April 18, 2010 AM Mon, 12 Apr 2010 08:19:19 GMT full 1384 clean Romans 1.1-7 - 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January 24, 2010 AM Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:01:32 GMT full 1273 clean Hebrews 10.19-25 - January 17, 2010 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:54:13 GMT full 1704 clean Hebrews 10.1-18 - January 10, 2010 AM Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:59:31 GMT full 1013 clean Acts 26.22-29 - December 20, 2009 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:56:50 GMT full 1860 clean Acts 12.1-24 - December 13, 2009 Herod Agrippa Experiences the Exalted Christ Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:29:27 GMT full 1320 clean Luke 23.1-12 - December 6, 2009 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:43:25 GMT full 1328 clean Matthew 2.1-19 - November 29, 2009 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:08:06 GMT full 1081 clean November 22, 2009 - 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:52:55 GMT full 1081 clean 1 Thessalonians 5.18 - November 22, 2009 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:09:20 GMT full 1404 clean Matthew 5.10-12 - November 15, 2009 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:33:16 GMT full 1445 clean Matthew 5.9 - November 8, 2009 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:27 GMT full 1561 clean November 1, 2009 Matthew 5.7 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:12:01 GMT full 1410 clean Matthew 5.3 September 27, 2009 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:59:49 GMT full 1275 clean Matthew 5.4 October 4, 2009 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:37:03 GMT full 1125 clean Matthew 5.6 October 25, 2009 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:14:47 GMT full 1348 clean Matthew 5.5 October 11, 2009 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:57:11 GMT full 1273 clean Matthew 5.8 October 18, 2009 no