Antioch Bible Church Podcast

Pastor Karl's main scripture today on "Keeping the Eternal Perspective" is found in 2 Corinthians 2:12-17. "Attitude is often the key to determining whether we view a challenge as positive or negative:" "Remember, everything counts, so keep the eternal perspective regardless of circumstances." for more notes, please download the Notes.

Pastor Al's main scripture is Acts 2:47-27. Here are a couple main points: 1.) As Christians we are always going to give a witness. It's our choice it that's going to be a good witness or a bad witness. By grace we hopefully give a good witness more often than not. 2.) Fellowship for Believers is biblical and in the midst of that we need to extend the grace we've been given.

Today's main scripture is out of Genesis 9:12-17. The "Rainbow" was a promise given by God to never destroy the earth again by water. Today, Pastor Jonathan gives additional understanding to the "Rainbow". One is that "It is a picture of Jesus". The colors of the rainbow are representative of many truths but the color Red, representing the blood of Jesus, is powerful. God looks through that first...

"Opposition to the true gospel may include, but not be limited to: False teaching Galatians 1:6-9 Inside the church. False brethren Galatians 2:4 Outside the church; pretenders/spies An Apostle Galatians 2:11 Peter, chief of the Apostles, was not exempt." "The truth of the gospel must be proclaimed and defended." Above are just a few quotes from Pastor Karl's notes. For the entirety, please downlo...

The Outline: 1. Christian Salvation 2. Christian Unity 3. Lessons in Decision Making. (The Word, Prayer and Wise Counsel) Blessings as you hear the Word.

"God's Witness in an Every Changing World"- out of Acts 14:19-28. Pastor Mark reminds us through scripture that though the world may change, God never changes and God is still working through His church and His people.

"A Church Who Sends Missionaries" - World missions began at Antioch of Syria and were a diverse group of men. Missionaries should expect open doors and opposition.

"A Church who Makes Disciples" Acts 11:25-30. "If we want to see a great number added to the Lord, we all need to preach the Lord Jesus." "Question: Are you training people so they can train others?" Pastor Karl Payne's books on Transferable Cross Training are a great resource.

Pastor Herb starts this new series "Trailblazers" about the early church at Antioch. The title for today's message is "A Church who spreads the Gospel", from Acts 11:19-24. The big idea is "Be a Preacher and an Encourager". Trailblazers model for today: 1. Preaching at Antioch (v. 19-21) 2. Encouragement at Antioch (v. 22-24)

Here we are one year later! Enjoy.

The conclusion of this series is titled, "The Real Confidence", and the scripture reference is Romans 8:31-39. Pastor Herb asks and answers four questions from Romans 8:31-39. 1) If God is for us, who can be against us? 2) Who can bring any charge against God's elect? 3) Who can condemn us? 4) Who can separate us from the love of Christ? Verse 37 says this. "No, in all these things we are more tha...

The next in the series "Real Hope for Real People", today's sermon is from Romans 8:18-30. Pastor Herb says this. "The passage is headlined by two of my favorite verses: Romans 8:18 and Romans 8:28. Today's sermon outline: 1) Pain of suffering (v, 18-27) 2) Promise of suffering (v. 28-30) "It is key to have an eternal perspective on suffering." Be blessed by today's sermon as you hear God's Holy W...

Today's sermon is out of 1 Timothy 3:14-16 and speaks to what the real Church should look like and be about. Today, Rev. Barnett will address: A. The importance of the Biblical Church B. Three key indicators of a Biblical Church C. Three distinguishing truths about an authentic Biblical Church

Today's outline is: I. Killing Sin (v. 12-13) Honest cross-reference: Romans 7:18-19 II. Crying Abba! (v. 14-17) Honest cross-reference: Mark 14:34-36. Two main truths from today's scripture are: 1. Don’t underestimate the power of sin 2. Don’t overestimate your ability to defeat sin

Pastor Herb starts a new series in Romans 8. Today' sermon is out of Romans 8:1-11. The outline for this message is: Past Mistakes: Romans 8:1-4 Present Mindset: Romans 8:5-8 Personal Matter: Romans 8:9-11

Pastor Herb's final sermon in the Book of Ezra- "Repentance and Grace | Ezra 10:1-44. Here is the outline of Ezra 10. Path to the Finish Line: 1) Shecaniah's Encouragement (verses 1-4) 2) Ezra's Leadership (verses 5- 17) 3) Picture of Grace (verses 18-44) A couple of great lessons from this sermon. "When we are stuck in sin, there is always hope." "Repentance involves both confession and obedience...

This message brings us Ezra, on his knees because of discovering the sins of the Exiles, intermarrying with those that worship idols and not the Lord, the God of Israel. Pastor Herb cites scriptures, both in the Old testament and the New testament, walking us through God's design for marriage. To join with another of equal faith in Jesus Christ our Lord! Blessings as you hear the WORD! For more in...

Pastor Al asked two very important questions. 1) Do you think of yourself as someone entrusted with a gift? 2) Are you guarding it and using it well for the Lord?! Blessings as you hear the Word!

Pastor Herb continues this week in Ezra 8:15-23, "Fasting At Ahava". How do you fast? (Ezra 8:21) Here is the blueprint. 1. Proclaim (the fast must be proclaimed) 2. Posture (we must have the posture of humility.) 3. Purpose (we seek God for a specific purpose.) At the end of service, our Worship team lead by Marshell Lombard closes with Obrigado (Thank you) lyrics by Solly Mahlangu. May not be vi...

"Rollin With Ezra" Ezra 8:1-14 is this weeks sermon. It's not just genealogy but speaks of "Missional" families too. Here's the outline:"Arrangement of Names: 1) Priests and Jesus (v. 2) 2) Twelve Missional Families (v. 3-14)Question: "Is your family on a mission for God? Are You on a mission for God?" If not, then why not? At the end of service, our Worship team lead by Marshell Lombard closes wi...

"The Final Letter" is this weeks scripture. It is broken down by the following sections. The "First Decree of Artaxerxes: (7:11-20) " The "Second Decree of Artaxerxes: (7:21-26)" "Decision of Courage (7:27-28)" Question: "How do you take courage when facing a difficult task? 1. You are not alone 2. Gather a strong team

Happy Easter, 2021, the sermon's main scripture is Colossians 3:1-4 Pastor Herb gives a "Resurrection Roadmap:" 1) A New Mind (v. 1-2) 2) A New Life (v. 3) 3) A New Hope (v. 4) The Big Idea: You are brand new in Christ! Blessings as you hear the Word!

Ezra finally makes his appearance in the book named after him. Pastor Herb lays out this portion of scripture in the following way: I. A Role Model (Ezra 7:1-10) II. Ezra in Action (Nehemiah 8:1-10) III. Set your Heart One truth from today: "You don't have to be a big name to be faithful to God. You don't have to complete great projects. Our desire must be faithfulness not fame. If your goal is to...

"The Second Temple" is our title for this message out of Ezra 6:13-22. Pastor Jonathan maps it out as follows: 1. Restoration of God's Method (God's Word) v. 13-14 2. Restoration of Worship (God's Glory) v. 15-18 3. Restoration of Passover (God's Picture) v. 19-22 4. Restoration of Prophesy (God's Plan) "Every Work FOR God Must Begin with a Word FROM GOD". Matthew 14:22-33 is Pastor Jonathan's mai...

"Temple work begins in earnest under directives of sacred prophesying/preaching from Haggai “my feast” (Haggai 1:1-12) and Zechariah “Yahweh remembers” (Zech.3:1-7; 4:6-9), and the secular intervention of Darius (6:1-12). The temple rebuilding is completed within five years." "Some take-a ways to consider from Ezra 6:1-12." 1) "God’s Word, Scripture/Prophecy, is to be believed and obeyed, not deco...