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The Foundation of Wisdom | Proverbs 1:7 Where does true knowledge and truth come from? In a world saturated by the philosophy of individual autonomy and consumerism, we often fall into the trap of taking the fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, and we have become the arbiters of what we think is right. True wisdom does not begin with human introspection or personal autonomy—it be...

Purpose: To introduce the promises Proverbs give to those who seek wisdom.  In a world filled with complex decisions and shifting cultural landscapes, how do we truly live faithfully? We often turn to slogans or pithy phrases to guide our choices, but applying biblical truth to the messiness of real life is rarely black-and-white. Where do we turn when we need more than just a motto? In this messa...

What does faithfulness actually look like in gospel mission — and how do you keep going when results are nowhere to be seen? In this sermon from Matthew 10:11–15, Pastor Marty Beamer concludes a three-week series on the sending of the twelve with a clarifying call: God is in charge of the results; we are in charge of being faithful. Drawing on the story of Moses — whose early mission looked like f...

The Mission of the Church Pt 2 | Matthew 10:5-15 | Pastor Marty Beamer What keeps a Christian going when ministry feels exhausting, discouraging, or hopeless? In this sermon from Matthew 10:7–10, Pastor Marty Beamer explains how Jesus calls His church to continue the mission with joy — even in weariness, suffering, anxiety, and spiritual struggle. As Jesus sends out His disciples, He gives them a...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Scripture: Matthew 10:1–4 Title: God's Perfect Plan https://LinkTr.ee/bbckc When establishing His Church, Jesus did not select the elite; He chose the ordinary. In this study of Matthew 10:1–4, we examine the commissioning of the Twelve Apostles—a group of flawed men called to an extraordinary mission. This message highlights three truths: God's sovereign plan... 1) is...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Scripture: Matthew 9:35 -38 https://LinkTr.ee/bbckc In a world filled with weak leadership and broken systems, where do we find a leader who truly cares? In this sermon from Gospel of Matthew, we see that Jesus is not just a teacher or miracle worker—He is the fulfillment of God’s promise in Book of Ezekiel to come and shepherd His people Himself. Sheep are helpless, d...

How should Christians think about death? In Matthew 9:18–26, Jesus raises a ruler’s daughter from the dead and shows that His mission is not only to heal spiritually, but to make us completely whole — body and soul. The Bible teaches that salvation is not just forgiveness of sins, but the promise of resurrection and new life. When Jesus says, “The girl is not dead but sleeping,” He is changing the...

What do you do when life feels broken beyond repair? In Matthew 9:18–26, we see two desperate situations — a ruler whose daughter has died, and a woman who has been suffering for twelve years. Both stories point to the same truth: humanity cannot make itself whole, but Jesus has the authority to restore what sin has broken. This passage shows the reality of spiritual death, the depth of our separa...

Have you ever wrestled with the question, Am I enough? In this sermon from Matthew 9:14 to 17, Jesus answers far more than a question about fasting. He addresses the deeper issue behind it all: the human tendency to measure our worth by what we produce, what we achieve, and what we do for God. The disciples of John believed commitment to God could be proven through visible religious effort. But Je...

What does real commitment to God actually look like? In Matthew 9:14–17, the disciples of John ask Jesus why His disciples do not fast like they and the Pharisees do. Behind the question is a deeper accusation: Are you really as committed to God as we are? Jesus responds by showing that true righteousness is not about methods, traditions, or religious routines. True commitment to the kingdom of Go...

What are the signs of false assurance? In Matthew 9:9-13, Jesus responds to the Pharisees after calling Matthew the tax collector. Their reaction to Christ reveals a dangerous spiritual condition: religion without mercy, knowledge without love, and confidence without repentance. Jesus declares, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick… I desire mercy, and not sacrifi...

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this sermon from Matthew 9:9 to 13, we see the call of Matthew, a tax collector with a deeply broken past, and discover that following Jesus is not about proving ourselves through spiritual performance, superior knowledge, or outward comparison. It begins with Christ’s sovereign call, requires leaving behind old allegiances, leads to joyful fellowship,...

What is our greatest problem… and what does Jesus actually have authority to fix? In this message from Matthew 9:1-8, we see the climax of a series showing the authority of Christ. Jesus has already shown authority over nature and over demons, but in this passage He makes an even greater claim. He declares that He has authority to forgive sins. When a paralytic is brought to Him, Jesus does someth...

In this message from Matthew 8:28 to 34, we see Jesus confront the powers of darkness and show that even demons are subject to His authority. This sermon helps us avoid two errors: denying the spiritual realm altogether, or becoming so fixated on it that we go beyond Scripture. The main point is clear: Christ has absolute power over every spiritual force. As Bethel Baptist Church gathered in an un...

In Matthew 8:23 to 27, the disciples follow Jesus into the boat and immediately find themselves in a violent storm. As the waves crash in and panic rises, Jesus asks a piercing question: “Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?” This sermon helps us see that fear is not just an emotional struggle. It often reveals what is ruling our hearts. This message explores how fear grows when we lose our...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 8:14–17 Title: He Came To Save — Matthew 8:14–17 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • December 21, 2025 In this sermon, Pastor Marty Beamer points us to the saving mission of Jesus as revealed through His healing ministry. Matthew records Jesus restoring Peter’s mother-in-law and many others who were sick and oppressed, demonstrating both His...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 8:18–22 Title: False Followers — Matthew 8:18–22 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • December 28, 2025 In this sermon, Pastor Marty Beamer examines Jesus’ sobering encounter with those who expressed a desire to follow Him but hesitated when confronted with the cost of discipleship. Jesus makes clear that following Him requires total allegianc...

📖 Sermon Title: False Followers 📅 Date: December 28, 2025 Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer 📍 Location: Bethel Baptist Church at OakHill Day School Gymnasium 📲 Find Us on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aEYmjRpZovL1PYo19 Visit in person Bethel Baptist Church meeting at Oak Hill Day School gym Sunday service at 10:30 AM

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 8:5–13 Title: The Result of Faith — Matthew 8:5–13 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • December 7, 2025 In this sermon, Pastor Marty Beamer continues the account of the Roman centurion, focusing on the powerful outcome of genuine faith. The centurion’s trust in Christ’s authority results in immediate healing, even from a distance, demonstrati...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 8:5–13 Title: The Character of Faith — Matthew 8:5–13 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • November 30, 2025 In this message, Pastor Marty Beamer highlights the remarkable faith of the Roman centurion who comes to Jesus seeking healing for his servant. Though an outsider and a man of authority, the centurion demonstrates humility, confidence,...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 8:1–4 Title: Last Hope — Matthew 8:1–4 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • November 23, 2025 In this sermon, Pastor Marty Beamer examines the powerful encounter between Jesus and a man afflicted with leprosy. Desperate and outcast, the man comes to Jesus with humble faith, believing that Christ alone has the authority to make him clean. Jesus...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 7:24–27 Title: True Discipleship: Endure in the Storms of Life — Matthew 7:24–27 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • November 2, 2025 In this message, Pastor Marty Beamer unpacks Jesus’ parable of the wise and foolish builders, calling believers to examine the foundation of their faith. True discipleship, he reminds us, is proven not in momen...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 7:28–29 Title: True Discipleship: Crowd or Disciple? — Matthew 7:28–29 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • November 9, 2025 In this powerful conclusion to the “True Discipleship” series, Pastor Marty Beamer explores the final verses of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. As the crowds marveled at His authority, Jesus made clear that hearing His words...

Speaker: Pastor Marty Beamer Text: Matthew 7:21–23 Title: True Discipleship: Watch Pt. 2 In this sobering and powerful passage, Pastor Marty Beamer examines Jesus’ warning that not everyone who calls Him “Lord” will enter the kingdom of heaven. Continuing the “True Discipleship” series, Pastor Marty highlights the difference between outward profession and inward transformation—the distinction betw...