Church At Briargate Sermons

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes God's love and our response to it. He highlights how Jesus sees people as confused and lost, yet loves them deeply. He urges believers to fully love God and recognize Jesus as the only hope for salvation. Exodus 20:1-7

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms reflects on the importance of fully trusting God, embracing His law not as restriction but as guidance. He challenges believers to praise God boldly, reject fear-based faith, and surrender completely. He emphasizes the Holy Spirit's role in personal transformation and the ongoing journey of faith.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms challenges listeners to evaluate what truly matters in their lives and identify obstacles that hinder their pursuit of God. He emphasizes trusting God fully, aligning priorities with His will, and seeking Him to overcome life’s battles. 2 Kings 13:14-20a

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms highlights the significance of baptism as a celebration of one’s relationship with God and an act of obedience. He emphasizes it is not a requirement for salvation but an important declaration of faith and commitment to follow Christ. Acts 2:36-38

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the importance of pursuing a personal relationship with God above all else. Through baptism, believers publicly declare their covenant with God, their salvation, and their obedience, as modeled by Jesus Himself. Mark 1:9-11

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms teaches the importance of staying vigilant in our faith, emphasizing the need to seek God in both prosperous and challenging times. He highlights how blessings can lead to complacency and encourages self-assessment to maintain a God-centered life. Deuteronomy 11:16

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the call to pursue God and reach people. Using examples from John 1, he encourages believers to share the gospel boldly, trust the Holy Spirit, and prioritize a deeper relationship with Christ in 2025.

Special speakers Joan Qesteri and Villy Böhmer emphasize the importance of global missions, contrasting materialism with sacrificial giving. They encourage believers to prioritize spreading the Gospel and supporting indigenous missionaries who embody the Great Commission. Material referenced from the book, "Revolution In World Missions" by K.P. Yohannan (c) 2017

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms discusses the concept of salvation, emphasizing that all must come to God through Jesus Christ, both before and after the cross. He explains the difference between Old Testament and New Testament understandings of heaven and the role of faith.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the importance of using life's transitions to evaluate and improve relationships, take personal responsibility, and pursue God wholeheartedly. He highlights that our relationships, actions, and outreach should align with serving Christ.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms reflects on the humility and love of God, who sent Jesus as a baby to live, die, and rise again for humanity's eternal salvation. He emphasizes Jesus' power over the physical and spiritual, celebrating His divine sovereignty. John 3:16

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms encourages trust in God, emphasizing faith over personal understanding. He highlights the importance of honoring God with our resources, explaining that God blesses those who prioritize Him. The message underscores discipline as an expression of love. Proverbs Chapter 3.

Michael Rainwater explores trusting God during life's transitions, sharing personal experiences and biblical lessons from the Israelites' exodus. He encourages reliance on God’s provision, embracing new seasons, and being His hands to others in need.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms reflects on Proverbs 3, urging trust in God’s guidance and reliance on His wisdom over human understanding. He emphasizes the promises of renewal, healing, and direction for those who wholeheartedly acknowledge and follow God.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms teaches that human endeavors can fail, but Jesus never fails. Drawing from Mark 5, he emphasizes Christ’s authority over evil and Revelation 22’s call to live righteously. Believers are urged to prioritize spiritual growth and closeness to Jesus.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the power of gratitude, urging believers to live with joy, persistent prayer, and thankfulness in every situation. He highlights that gratitude shifts our perspective, aligns us with God's will, and fosters spiritual growth.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the importance of unwavering faith and prayer, urging believers to depend on God’s control over all aspects of life. He encourages the church to continue seeking God earnestly, trusting in His power and sovereignty over every situation

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the commitment required to follow Christ fully, reflecting on Luke 9:57-62. He urges believers to prioritize God’s mission over worldly ties, to persevere without looking back, and to focus on advancing toward spiritual maturity and eternal purpose.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms discusses the importance of faith, even in seemingly hopeless situations. Drawing from the story of Elisha in 2 Kings, he emphasizes that no problem is too big for God, whether personal or on a national scale. Just as God miraculously delivered Israel from famine, He can still work powerfully today if we trust in Him.

Pastor Ric Brown reflects on Jesus’ restoration of Peter after his denial, highlighting Peter's journey from failure to recommissioning. Jesus reaffirms Peter’s calling to "feed my sheep," symbolizing forgiveness and a new purpose to serve others with humility and love.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the power of God's Word to reveal hidden sin and truth. He encourages believers to desire conviction and to live as "people of light," aligned with God's commandments. He calls for a sincere walk in faith, exposing darkness and seeking God’s guidance.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes that God trusts believers with His gospel and encourages them to walk in the power of the Holy Spirit. He assures them that God is proud of His followers and empowers them to carry out His mission.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the need for genuine worship through both spirit and truth. He urges believers to deeply connect with God, experience His presence, and repent of hidden sins. Worship is more than rituals; it’s an authentic spiritual relationship with God

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the importance of standing firm in faith and moral convictions, particularly regarding the sanctity of life. He urges believers to make faith-based decisions and warns of societal moral decline through laws and initiatives that conflict with biblical values.

Pastor Scott T. Bottoms emphasizes the reality of suffering and spiritual battles against Satan. He reassures believers of victory and encourages perseverance in faith, focusing on eternity while God promises to wipe away our tears.