Jonathon
Baptist Bible Church
Expository preaching from Baptist Bible Church in Sparta, MI, where our mission is to engage and mobilize in a life of discipleship. Whether you missed a Sunday service, want to revisit a message, or are seeking Bible-centered teaching to strengthen your faith, this podcast is for you. Join us as we proclaim the Word of God, apply its truth to everyday life, and call each listener to wholehearted devotion to Jesus.
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July 5, 2026 – Victory Strategies: Know Jesus | 2 Peter 1:3 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI 08.07.2026 34:14
How do Christians actually win the battle against sin? The answer isn't found in trying harder—it's found in knowing Jesus more deeply. In this message, we begin the next phase of our Resist series by examining a single, life-changing verse: 2 Peter 1:3 . Peter reminds believers that God has already provided everything necessary for both eternal life and a life of growing holiness throug...
June 14, 2026 - Victory in Jesus | John 16:33; Romans 6:1-11; Colossians 2:13-15 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI 18.06.2026 32:35
How do Christians fight spiritual battles when the world, the flesh, and the devil seem so powerful? The answer begins with a truth that changes everything: the victory has already been won in Jesus Christ. In this final message of the RESIST: A Biblical & Practical Series on Spiritual Warfare , we explore how Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection secured victory over every enemy of the bel...
June 7, 2026 - Resist #4: The Devil | Ezekiel 28:12-15; Isaiah 14:12-14 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI 09.06.2026 39:35
Who is the devil, and how does he work against God's people today? In this fourth message of the Resist series on spiritual warfare, we examine Scripture's teaching on the origin, objective, and strategies of Satan. From his creation as a glorious angel to his fall through pride, the Bible reveals a real adversary whose goal is to draw people into rebellion against God. Pastor explores t...
May 31, 2026 - Resist: Enemy #2, The Flesh | Romans 6:6-14 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI 01.06.2026 42:02
What is your greatest enemy in the battle against sin? While many Christians focus on external influences, Scripture teaches that one of our fiercest enemies is much closer—it resides within us. In this message from the Resist sermon series, we examine the biblical doctrine of the flesh and uncover its origin, objectives, and strategies in the believer's life. Drawing from Romans 6, James 1,...
May 24, 2026 - Resist Sermon #2: Enemy #1 The World | Romans 12:2; 1 John 2:15–17 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 27.05.2026 38:50
What is “the world” the Bible warns believers about—and how does it seek to pull Christians away from Christ? In this message from the Resist sermon series, Pastor explores the first great enemy of the Christian life: the world system that stands opposed to God, His truth, and His people. Drawing from Romans 12, 1 John 2, Colossians 2, and John 15, this sermon exposes the world’s strategies to con...
May 17, 2026 - Resist Sermon #1: What is Spiritual Warfare? | Ephesians 6:10-18 | Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 18.05.2026 40:02
What is spiritual warfare really—and how should Christians fight the battle? In this opening message of the Resist series, we examine the confusion surrounding spiritual warfare in both the church and the culture. Some deny the existence of Satan altogether, while others become consumed with sensational ideas and practices that go beyond Scripture. But what does the Bible actually teach? Through p...
May 10, 2026 - Mom’s on Mission | Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 11.05.2026 36:51
What is the true mission of motherhood? In this special Mother’s Day message, we are reminded that the calling of a godly mother is far greater than managing schedules, meals, and daily responsibilities. From Deuteronomy 6, this sermon explores God’s design for mothers to faithfully disciple the next generation—to help their children know God, love God, and obey Him. This message also challenges w...
May 3, 2026 – Final Instructions for a Faithful Church | 1 Corinthians 16:5–24 — Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 04.05.2026 35:20
What does a faithful, mature church actually look like? In the closing verses of 1 Corinthians, Paul leaves us with more than travel plans—he gives a final, urgent call to action. These verses challenge believers to move beyond passive faith and into active, Spirit-shaped living. In this sermon, we see the necessity of committed church life, the reality of opposition in gospel work, and the centra...
April 26, 2026 — Giving | 1 Corinthians 16:1–4 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI 28.04.2026 34:33
What does faithful, God-honoring giving really look like? In this message from 1 Corinthians 16:1–4, we explore five timeless truths that reshape how we think about generosity. Giving is not merely a financial act—it is an act of worship, a reflection of trust, and a response to God’s abundant grace. This sermon walks through the biblical pattern of giving through the local church, showing how int...
April 19, 2026 – The Glorified Body | 1 Corinthians 15:35–58 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 21.04.2026 34:36
What will your body be like in the resurrection? In one of Scripture’s most hope-filled passages, the Apostle Paul answers this question with clarity and wonder. In this sermon, we explore how our future resurrection bodies will be transformed, imperishable, powerful, and ultimately reflective of the glory of Christ Himself. Paul moves from illustration to application, showing not only what awaits...
April 12, 2026 – The Resurrection Changes Everything | 1 Corinthians 15:29–34 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 13.04.2026 34:09
What if the resurrection isn’t just something you believe—but something that reshapes everything about how you live? In this message from 1 Corinthians 15:29–34, we see that the resurrection of Jesus is not a side doctrine—it is the foundation of our faith, the basis of our salvation, and the driving force behind a transformed life. Paul confronts empty religion and calls believers to anchor their...
April 5, 2026 — “The Resurrection” | 1 Corinthians 15:12–28 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI 06.04.2026 43:02
What if the resurrection never happened? And what if it did? On Easter Sunday, this message walks through 1 Corinthians 15:12–28 to show how everything hinges on the empty tomb. If Christ has not been raised, our faith collapses—leaving us in sin, without hope, and trusting in a lie. But if He truly rose, then everything changes: sin is defeated, death is conquered, and eternal life is secured for...
March 29, 2026 – Gospel Reminder | 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 31.03.2026 35:35
What if the most important truth you know is the one you most need to remember today? In this message from 1 Corinthians 15:1–11, we’re called back to the foundation of our faith—the Gospel. The “good news” is not just where the Christian life begins; it’s where we stand, grow, and persevere. This sermon walks through the heart of the Gospel: Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again on...
March 22, 2026 – How Jesus Builds the Church | 1 Corinthians 14:1–40 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 24.03.2026 42:05
What actually builds a healthy church—powerful experiences or clear truth? In this passage, Paul redirects our focus from confusion to clarity, showing that Jesus builds His church through the understandable proclamation of His Word. In 1 Corinthians 14 , the contrast between tongues and prophecy reveals a bigger principle: love-driven, orderly, and intelligible communication is essential for both...
March 15, 2026 - The Greatest of these is Love | 1 Corinthians 13:8-13 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 17.03.2026 36:51
Spiritual gifts were highly prized in Corinth—and they remain a source of debate in the church today. But Paul directs our attention to something far greater. While certain gifts were temporary and served a specific purpose in God’s unfolding revelation, love is eternal. In this message, we explore: Why Paul teaches that some spiritual gifts would one day cease How the “partial” and the “perfect”...
March 8, 2026 – Agape: The More Excellent Way | 1 Corinthians 13:1–7 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 10.03.2026 39:42
Love is the essential ingredient of the Christian life. In 1 Corinthians 13 , the Apostle Paul reminds the church that even the most impressive spiritual gifts—tongues, prophecy, faith, and radical generosity—are meaningless if they are not motivated by love. Without love, service becomes an empty activity rather than joyful worship. In this sermon, we explore the biblical meaning of agape love —a...
March 1, 2026 – “The Body of Christ” | 1 Corinthians 12:12–31 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 03.03.2026 33:07
What if your struggle in the church isn’t your gifting—but your mindset? In 1 Corinthians 12:12–31, the Apostle Paul reminds us that the church is not a stage for comparison but a body knit together by the Spirit. At salvation, believers are immersed into one body—united in Christ beyond race, status, or ability. Yet two damaging attitudes threaten that unity: “I have nothing to offer,” and “I am...
February 8, 2026 – Gifted for Service | 1 Corinthians 12:1–11 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 09.02.2026 37:09
What does a life shaped by the Holy Spirit actually look like? In 1 Corinthians 12:1–11, Paul reminds the church that spiritual maturity isn’t measured by personal experience or status, but by loving service empowered by the Spirit. In a divided Corinthian church, Paul redirects attention from self-centered spirituality to God-given gifts meant for the common good. This sermon explores how the Hol...
February 1, 2026 – The Lord’s Supper | 1 Corinthians 11:17–34 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 03.02.2026 33:51
When the church gathers, is it truly for the better—or for the worse? In this message from 1 Corinthians 11:17–34, we are reminded that the Lord’s Supper is not a private ritual or a casual tradition, but a sacred ordinance meant to unify the body of Christ. Addressing the divisions in the Corinthian church, the Apostle Paul calls believers back to the heart of the table: remembrance, unity, and r...
January 18, 2026 – 1 Corinthians Reorientation: Growing in Unity | 1 Corinthians 1–11 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 22.01.2026 33:31
Division weakens the witness of the church—but unity displays the beauty of Christ. In this sermon, we step back to reorient ourselves to Paul’s message in 1 Corinthians, a letter written to a deeply divided church and filled with God’s gracious instruction for growing together in unity. As Paul addresses pride, misplaced loyalties, selfish rights, and distorted views of leadership, he continually...
January 11, 2026 – Living Stones | 1 Peter 2:4–8; Acts 2:42 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 11.01.2026 37:30
What kind of church is God building among us? As Baptist Bible Church looks ahead to 2026 and beyond, this sermon calls us to reject quiet division and choose the harder, Christ-honoring path of unity. Anchored in 1 Peter 2, we are reminded that Jesus Himself is the living cornerstone—and everyone who comes to Him is made a living stone, purposefully placed into His spiritual house. This message c...
January 4, 2026 – Christmas Sermon #5: The Second Advent | Various Passages Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 06.01.2026 39:43
Christmas doesn’t only look back—it also looks forward. While we rightly celebrate Jesus’ first coming in humility, Scripture calls us to fix our hope on His glorious return. In this sermon, we explore five major Old Testament prophecies that will be fully and finally fulfilled at the Second Advent of Christ. From a literal earthly kingdom ruled by the Son of David, to the restoration of Israel, g...
December 28, 2025 - God With Us | Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 31.12.2025 33:18
From the moment humanity was expelled from Eden, the greatest loss was not comfort or security—but fellowship with God. Christmas celebrates the breathtaking truth that God Himself stepped into our broken world to restore what was lost. In this message, we trace the promise of Immanuel from Isaiah to its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. We’ll see how: God promised His nearness even in the mid...
December 21, 2025 - The Suffering Servant | Isaiah 52-53 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI 22.12.2025 41:33
The joy we chase in this world so often disappoints—but God offers a joy that never runs dry. In this message, we turn to Isaiah 52:13–53:12 and behold one of the clearest and most powerful prophecies of Jesus’ first advent: the Suffering Servant. In this sermon, we’ll see how: God promised a salvation that would come through suffering, not splendor The Servant would suffer as a substitute, bearin...
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