Northside Baptist Church

In Part 13 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney continues John's vision of heaven in Revelation 4:6–11. Around the throne, the living creatures continually declare, "Holy, holy, holy," while the twenty-four elders fall down in worship and cast their crowns before God. This message examines the holiness and worthiness of God, the true purpose of worship, and the powerful reminde...

Have you ever considered how something as simple as where you sit in church might affect your pastor? In this heartfelt episode, Brother Byron shares his personal experience with the discouragement of preaching to a congregation scattered across the back and far corners of the sanctuary, leaving rows of empty pews in between. He discusses how this affects preaching, fellowship, visitors, and the o...

Why do Christians worship on Sunday instead of Saturday? Are we breaking the fourth of the Ten Commandments by not observing the Sabbath? In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney examines what the Bible teaches about the Sabbath, the New Covenant, and why the early church gathered on the first day of the week. If you've ever questioned why Christians worship on Sunday, this is a message you'll want t...

In Part 12 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney begins Revelation chapter 4 with "A Throne in Heaven." As John is given a glimpse into heaven, the first great thing he sees is not angels, mansions, or departed loved ones, but the throne of Almighty God. This message emphasizes the sufficiency of Scripture, the sovereignty and faithfulness of God, and the comforting truth that n...

In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney begins by recounting the brutal 1995 murder of Colleen Slemmer and the recent failed execution of her convicted killer, Christa Pike. From there, he examines capital punishment from a biblical perspective, focusing on the sanctity of human life, the God-ordained role of civil government, and the biblical standard of justice. The message ultimately points beyon...

In Part 11 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the lukewarm church at Laodicea in Revelation 3:14–22. Though they believed they were rich and needed nothing, Jesus revealed their true spiritual condition and called them to repent. The message is a sobering reminder that what matters most is not how we see ourselves, but how Christ sees us.

"The Last Sunday" is a sobering and urgent message from John 14:1–6 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 that asks the listener to consider a simple but serious question: What if today were our last Sunday? The sermon contrasts the hope and comfort believers have in the promised return of Jesus Christ with the terrible reality facing those who are unprepared to meet Him. Emphasizing that Jesus is the only...

In Part 10 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the church at Philadelphia in Revelation 3:7–13. Although this church had little strength and faced opposition, it remained faithful to God's Word and refused to deny the name of Jesus Christ. This message emphasizes that the Lord does not measure a church by its size, wealth, or influence, but by its...

In "The Forgiving Christ," Pastor Byron Chesney preaches from John 8:2-11 on sin, conviction, repentance, and grace. As the woman caught in adultery stands before Jesus, her accusers are forced to examine their own hearts. This message reminds us that Christ does not excuse sin, but He offers forgiveness to those who come to Him and calls them to a changed life.

In Part 9 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the church at Sardis in Revelation 3:1–6. Sardis had a reputation for being alive, but Christ saw the true condition of the church and declared, "thou art dead." This message considers the danger of outward religion without inward spiritual life, Christ's call to be watchful, remember, hold fast, and re...

In this message from Northside Baptist Church's 67th Annual Homecoming Service, guest preacher Bro. Roger Miller preaches "Ye Must Be Born Again" from John 3:1-7 and John 4:3-10. Using the accounts of Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman, he emphasizes that salvation cannot be earned through religion or good works but is found only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The message points...

In Part 8 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the church at Thyatira in Revelation 2:18–29. Although this church was commended for its works, charity, service, faith, patience, and increasing ministry, it had tolerated the doctrine and influence of "Jezebel," a false teacher who was leading Christ's servants into idolatry, immorality, and compromis...

In John 9:1-41, a man born blind receives his sight and finds himself questioned, criticized, and rejected. But through it all, he stands firm on one undeniable truth: "One thing I know, that, whereas I was blind, now I see." This message is a powerful reminder that no one can argue away a life that has truly been changed by Christ.

In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney examines the healing of the helpless man at the Pool of Bethesda and the life-changing question Jesus asked him. The message shows that, just as the man could not heal himself, sinners cannot free themselves from the guilt and power of sin. Rather than depending upon excuses, human effort, religious traditions, or temporary solutions, every person must respond...

In Episode 108, "The Dolly Dilemma," Brother Byron addresses the disturbing condemnation directed toward Dolly Parton by some professing conservative Christians following her death. He examines the difference between biblical discernment and self-righteous judgment, questions why those now condemning her never appeared concerned about her salvation while she was alive, and warns against claiming k...

In Part 7 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the church at Pergamos in Revelation 2:12–17. Although this church remained faithful to the name of Christ while living in a stronghold of spiritual darkness, it had begun tolerating false doctrine and sinful compromise within its fellowship. This message warns that a church can stand against persecutio...

In this message from Philippians 3:7–11, Pastor Byron Chesney examines the Apostle Paul's deepest desire: "That I may know him." Paul had knowledge, experience, influence, and a powerful ministry, yet he understood that nothing compared with personally knowing Jesus Christ. The sermon explains the difference between knowing about Christ and walking with Him in a close, daily relationship. It also...

In Episode 107 of The Brother Byron Podcast, Brother Byron reflects on turning 60 before tackling a common misunderstanding about the purpose of the church. Using Ephesians 4:11–16, he explains that church success is not measured by attendance, money, buildings, or packed pews, but by spiritual growth and maturity in Christ. He challenges believers to see the church as a place where Christians are...

In Part 6 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the suffering church at Smyrna in Revelation 2:8–11. Though this faithful church faced poverty, persecution, imprisonment, and death, Jesus declared that they were spiritually rich and promised the crown of life to those who remained faithful. This message challenges believers to stand firm without fear...

In this message from 2 Corinthians 6:11–18, Pastor Byron Chesney examines the biblical doctrine of separation and asks the searching question, "What are you separated unto?" Biblical separation is not isolation, self-righteousness, or simply avoiding certain people and places. It is a life set apart unto God. This sermon explains why Christians must reject spiritual compromise, exercise biblical d...

In "The Church at Ephesus," Part 5 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Revelation 2:1–7 and Christ's message to a church that was hardworking, doctrinally sound, patient, and faithful, yet had left its first love. The Ephesian church reminds us that it is possible to believe right, serve faithfully, and stand against error while allowing our love for Christ to grow co...

In "What Rules Your Heart?", Pastor Byron Chesney examines Colossians 3:12–17 and shows how a believer's union with Christ should change the way he treats others. Christians are called to put off the attitudes of the old life and daily put on mercy, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, forgiveness, and charity. Through biblical teaching and a personal story about responding to a hateful custome...

In Part 4 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Revelation 1:17–20 and John's encounter with the risen and glorified Christ. This message emphasizes the majesty of Jesus, the comfort of His presence, the certainty of His resurrection, and His complete authority over death, hell, the church, and the future. Because Christ is alive forevermore and holds the keys, believer...

In Part 3: The Repercussions of Sin, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Exodus 32:26–35 and we see what happened after the music stopped, the dancing ended, and the golden calf was destroyed. The idol was gone, but the consequences remained. Sin always costs more than it promises. It damages families, weakens churches, corrupts worship, and affects those who come after us. Yet there is mercy, forgivene...

In Part 3 of Revelation Unraveled, Pastor Byron Chesney examines John's vision of the glorified Lord Jesus Christ in Revelation 1:9–17. This message reveals Christ's holiness, authority, majesty, and presence among His churches, while challenging believers to submit to His Word, worship Him with reverence, and live in the light of His promised return.