Pastor Sherman Burkhead

Worship: For His Glory | Part 3 – The Worshipers the Father Seek John 4:19–26 What does it mean to worship God in spirit and truth? And what makes our worship acceptable to Him? In John 4, Jesus tells a Samaritan woman that the Father is seeking true worshipers. But true worship is not simply a matter of religious traditions, outward participation, or sincere emotions. It must be grounded in God's...

Worship: For His Glory | Part 2 – Worthy of Worship Scripture: Revelation 4:1–11 Why is God worthy of our worship? Is it because of the blessings He gives, the prayers He answers, or the things He does for us? Or is there something far greater at the heart of biblical worship? In Part 2 of our series, "Worship: For His Glory", we turn to Revelation 4, where the Apostle John is given a breathtaking...

Worship: For His Glory | Part 1 – What Is Worship? Scripture: Psalm 95:1–11 What does it really mean to worship God? Is worship simply singing songs, experiencing powerful emotions, or attending a church service? Or is biblical worship something far greater? In this opening message of our series, *Worship: For His Glory*, we turn to Psalm 95 to discover that true worship is the response of the who...

Genesis Part 66 — Grace Has Brought Us Safe Thus Far Genesis 25:1–18 What does a life look like when, at the end of it, we can look back and see that God has been faithful? In Genesis 25:1–18, we come to the closing chapters of Abraham’s life and see a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness. Abraham’s life was not free from hardship, but God never abandoned him. His faith was demonstrated by ord...

Genesis Part 65 — “I Will Go” Genesis 24:28–67 In Genesis 24, we see God’s providence unfolding through ordinary circumstances to accomplish His greater purposes. As Abraham’s servant recounts how God guided him to Rebekah, we are reminded that God’s faithfulness should not only be recognized—it should lead us to worship, testimony, and trust. When the way becomes clear, faith must respond. Rebeka...

Genesis Part 64 — The Lord Has Led Me Genesis 24:1–27 How do we move forward when we cannot see the whole road ahead? In Genesis 24, Abraham’s servant is sent on an important mission, trusting that God will accomplish His purposes even though he cannot know exactly how everything will unfold. As the story develops, we see a powerful picture of faith: we do not have to know the whole road in order...

Genesis Part 63: A Grave in the Promised Land In Genesis 23:3–20, Abraham purchases a burial place for Sarah—the first piece of land he possesses in the Promised Land. Though God had promised him the whole land, Abraham died having seen only a small portion of that promise fulfilled. This sermon explores how faith lives faithfully in the present because it trusts God with the future. Abraham shows...

Genesis Part 62 — Grieving With Hope In Genesis 23:1–2, we see Abraham grieving the death of Sarah. Her death reminds us that faith does not exempt us from sorrow, loss, or death. Yet Scripture teaches us that believers do not have to grieve without hope. In this sermon, we explore how Christians can mourn honestly while holding firmly to the hope we have in Jesus Christ. Grief is not a failure of...

Genesis Part 61 — The Lord Will Provide In Genesis 22, Abraham is tested as he takes Isaac, his beloved son and son of promise, to the place of sacrifice. When Isaac asks, “Where is the lamb?” Abraham responds with faith: “God will provide.” God provides a ram as a substitute for Isaac, pointing forward to the greater sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Isaac is spared, but Christ—the beloved Son of God—is...

On August 23, 2026, First Baptist Church of Boron celebrated its 88th anniversary by looking not merely at what has been built over the years, but at who has been building the church: Christ Himself. From Psalm 127:1–2, we were reminded that unless the Lord builds the house, our labor is ultimately in vain. The health and faithfulness of a church are not finally measured by its age, size, activity...

Genesis Part 60 | Abraham and Isaac: Faith That Trusts God Why does God test His people? What does genuine biblical faith look like when obedience is difficult? In Part 60 of our Genesis Bible study, we examine the powerful account of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22:1–19 and discover that faith obeys when obedience is costly because it trusts that the God who made the promise cannot fail to keep i...

Genesis Part 59: Living Faithfully in the World | Genesis 21:22–33 In Genesis Part 59, we continue our study through the book of Genesis by examining Abraham's relationship with Abimelech in Genesis 21:22–33. This passage teaches believers how to faithfully navigate life in a world that does not share our faith. Christians are called to treat others with respect, pursue peace and justice, cooperat...

In Part 58 of our Genesis series, "The God Who Hears in the Wilderness," we study Genesis 21:15–21 and discover the faithfulness of God when every human resource has been exhausted. As Hagar and Ishmael face what appears to be certain death in the wilderness, Scripture reminds us that the end of our strength is never the end of God's purposes. Fear often leads us to conclusions God has never spoke...

In Part 57 of our Genesis series, "The Son of Promise and the Pain of Separation," we examine Genesis 21:8–15 and the difficult but necessary distinction God makes in the unfolding of His covenant plan. As Isaac is weaned, celebration quickly gives way to testing when Ishmael's mocking threatens the promised line. Sarah's difficult demand and Abraham's deep grief remind us that obedience to God's...

Genesis Part 56 | God Has Done What He Said Text: Genesis 21:1–7 God always keeps His promises. In this message from Genesis 21:1–7, we witness the long-awaited birth of Isaac and the fulfillment of God's covenant promise to Abraham and Sarah. After years of waiting, God did exactly what He said He would do—at the appointed time. This sermon explores God's unwavering faithfulness, Sarah's transfor...

Genesis Part 55 | When Fear Returns, God Remains Faithful Genesis 20:1–18 Even after years of walking with God, Abraham falls back into a familiar pattern of fear and compromise. In Genesis 20, we are reminded that spiritual growth is real, but it is not always linear. Old fears can resurface, and familiar weaknesses can return. Yet this chapter ultimately points us away from Abraham's failures an...

Genesis Part 54 | The Lingering Consequences of Compromise Text: Genesis 19:30-38 In Genesis 19:30–38, we see that even after God's deliverance, the lingering effects of sin and compromise can remain. Lot has been rescued from Sodom, yet his story does not immediately become one of peace and stability. Fear, isolation, and spiritual weakness continue to shape his life, reminding us that while God'...

Genesis Series Part 53: Mercy in the Midst of Judgment In this message from our Genesis series, we look at the sobering account of Sodom and Gomorrah and the powerful truth that God’s mercy is not fragile in the face of judgment. Even as judgment approaches, the Lord speaks, warns, and shows compassion. Through the story of Lot, we see the danger of hesitation and a divided heart—but even more, we...

Genesis Part 52: When Sin Becomes Normal Text: Genesis 19:1–11 In this message from Genesis 19:1–11, we examine the tragic account of Sodom and discover how sin progresses when people suppress God's truth and reject His authority. Big Idea: When people suppress the truth and reject God, sin does not remain private or contained—it spreads, hardens, and eventually reshapes an entire culture. In this...

Genesis Part 51 — Drawn In: The Heart of God and the Prayer of His People 📖 Genesis 18:16–33 In this message from Genesis 18, we see how God draws His people near—not merely to give information, but to transform hearts. As Abraham walks closely with the Lord, God reveals His justice, His purposes, and invites Abraham into bold and humble intercession. This passage reminds us that prayer is more t...

Genesis Part 50 | Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord? Text: Genesis 18:1–15 Even real faith struggles—but nothing is too hard for the Lord. In this message from Genesis 18, we see how God patiently reminds us of His promises, meets our doubts with grace, and calls us to trust Him even when life feels impossible. In this sermon, you’ll discover: How God repeats His promise to draw us back when our h...

Genesis Part 49 | The God Who Draws Near Text: Genesis 18:1–8 In this message from Genesis 18, we explore the incredible truth that the God of the covenant is not distant or detached—He draws near to His people in grace. Through Abraham’s encounter with the Lord, we see both God’s initiative in fellowship and the humble, joyful response of faith. In this sermon, we cover: • God initiates fellowshi...

Genesis Part 48 | The Child of Promise Declared Text: Genesis 17:15–27 In this message, we explore how God clarifies His covenant promise to Abraham and Sarah, revealing that the child of promise comes through His grace—not human effort—and calling His people to respond in faith and obedience. Big Idea: God clarifies His covenant promise, showing that the child of promise comes through His grace—n...

Genesis Part 47: Marked by the Covenant | Genesis 17:9–14 In this sermon, we explore how God not only gives covenant promises but also marks out a people who belong to Him. Beginning with His grace, God calls His people to respond in faithful obedience—not out of legalism, but from a transformed relationship with Him. We examine the covenant sign of circumcision as a visible marker that points to...

The God Who Establishes His Covenant (Genesis 17:1–8). In this message we see God reveal Himself as El Shaddai before issuing commands, calling Abram to “walk before” Him and be wholehearted; covenant life begins with a right vision of God and flows from grace, not human effort. God takes the initiative—repeated “I will” promises—expanding the vow from one man to nations and kings, making Abram in...