McKernan Baptist Church Podcast

Philippians 4:10-23

We each encounter challenges in life, even if were living for God. Sometimes its our fault, but sometimes life just happens. This message identifies three powerful lessons and four practices to successfully navigate lifes difficulties

Paul, as he wraps up his message, resounds a recurring theme in the Book of Philippians that the church be of one accord; 1: 27, 2: 1 4, which he also exemplifies in his relationship with Timothy; 1: 20. He reaches into time and echoes the message from Christs prayer for the Believers, that we may all be one, as Christ and God the Father are one! John 17: 20 23

We aspire to be people that fulfil our calling as sisters and brothers in the Family of God as we love God and love one another. We are not perfect here; but Jesus is. By His grace, we are His church. "There is no problem in human life that apprenticeship to Jesus cannot solve. ~ Dallas Willard

Paul encourages the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord and warns them against false teachers who put confidence in the flesh. He contrasts this with his own background and achievements, which he now considers worthless compared to knowing Christ. The surpassing value of knowing Jesus and gaining righteousness through faith in Him is what ultimately gives the believer a deeper joy. Paul is able to...

Philippians 2:19-30

Philippians 2:12-18

Freedom in Christ that cries out against others with hate and division is not true freedom. Freedom that remains passive in a culture of hate and ignores that lives are being destroyed, is no freedom at all. We do have the freedom in Christ to use the weapons of prayer, kindness, and above all else, love.

Well explore some important aspects of this prayer.

As we continue our series through the book of Philippians, we come today to Pauls response to the question about his wellbeing. The believers in Philippi have sent a care package and a visitor to check in on Paul as they want to know how he is doing, knowing he has been in prison for a long time already.

Aligning our hearts to what has eternal value. (Luke 4:13-30)

Today, we begin a series of sermons through the book of Philippians. The book is actually a letter Paul wrote to the church in the city of Philippi and even though the letter was written from a place of imprisonment, a significant theme that emerges is joy.

But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Matthew 26:53-54 ESV

Today, we see Jesus speak into a polarized situation with the question, Who appointed Me a judge or an arbiter between you?

Luke 9:23-27 ESV

John 2:1-11 Were looking at the questions of Jesus to help us discover the concerns that are on His heart. On this Mothers Day, well look at a question Jesus asked His mother, Woman, why do you involve me? (v. 4) In answering as He does, Jesus clarified that He was not about to change water into wine just to satisfy His mothers request. Rather, its purpose was to act as a sign (v. 11) pointing to...

In John 1:37 Jesus asks the question, What do you want? When we consider that this is the Son of God talking to two ordinary people, it is quite unexpected and even remarkable.

Today, we are unpacking a passage about hosting the Lord. Simon, a Pharisee who knew the customs and expectations around hosting an honored guest, failed to fulfill his duties. But an unwelcomed woman steps in and lavishly provides, hosting Jesus with the expression of her hearts gratitude.

Today we will continue this years series, "Dwelling in Christ". Jesus consistently refers to His creation in His teaching. On this Earth Day weekend, Pastor Dan will give consideration to our role in creation care and how we align with Jesus when we allow others to know the Creator.

Mark 9:30-36; Luke 22:24-26 Were looking at the questions of Jesus to help us discover the concerns that are on His heart. In asking His disciples, What were you arguing about on the road? (Mk. 9:33), Jesus was exposing the way they looked for greatness in self-promotion. There are several places He addressed this issue and well explore His teaching using two categories...

Were looking at the questions of Jesus to help us discover the concerns that are on Jesus heart. The question, What is the Kingdom of God like?" is one Jesus often answered (Mark 4:30,33)

Matthew 21:1-17 Today we will continue this years series, "Dwelling in Christ". Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of what is known as Holy Week. Pastor Dan will be devoting this worship service to the profound difference in the lives of many on the day that Jesus came to Jerusalem.

John 13:1-17

Matthew 23:16-22