From the Pulpit – Flint River Primitive Baptist Church

An interesting exchange of words took place between the Lord Jesus and a character know as the rich young ruler, as recorded in the gospel accounts. The young man mistakenly believed in salvation by good works, and Jesus absolutely tears down that false premise in a very powerful way. How then are sinners saved? Well, … Continue reading "Impossible"

Psalm 69 highlights one event of suffering in David’s life, as he faced persecution for his faith. But much of this special Psalm has a Greater David in mind, who suffered in a greater way for the salvation of Zion, the Lord Jesus Christ. A Psalm of Suffering

We know we are to trust in God, but sometimes things in life make us afraid. What do we do in those moments? We consider that in today’s message. What Time I Am Afraid

The continual outrage, paranoia, fear, and hysteria we see in America today is more akin to the reaction of an atheist than a Christian! If you believe in Christ, you ought to have a completely different perspective on world events. Rather than trusting in self, nation, government, or science, we are to trust in God. … Continue reading "In God We Trust"

Followers of the Lord Jesus have great strength in Christ. Despite suffering, His strength is made perfect in our weakness. Strength in Weakness

While often unpleasant, afflictions can be a teacher to us. In this message, pastor Ben Winslett speaks of the root causes of suffering and also some of the things we can learn in trials. Learning in Affliction (download link)

Concluding our series on the Book of Titus, we look at Paul’s instructions to reject a heretic but also his commendation of several faithful men, contrasting the two. A Tale of Two (Types of) Men (download link)

After such a climactic end to the gospel accounts, you might wonder “what could possibly be next?” In other words, to the early disciples, how could life be anything but mundane after such a phenomenal experience? But that was hardly the case! Invigorated by Jesus’ defeat of death itself, the disciples spent their lives obeying … Continue reading "What Next?!"

Please enjoy our Easter Sunday sermon for 2021! He Is Risen!

“For the Lord God will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.” Isaiah 50:7 On Palm Sunday 2020, we considered the mindset of Christ as He went into Jerusalem, knowing all He would suffer for the … Continue reading "Face Set Like A Flint"

Returning to Titus chapter 3, we consider an exhortation that we find three times, in three different forms, an exhortation for one to do “good works.” Ready and Willing  

Join us for this message from Titus chapter 3, on the subject of the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost. The Washing of Regeneration (Download link)  

Being a Christian takes boldness. You’re telling mankind that all are sinful and your only hope is Christ. But the believer is also to be a person of gentleness and meekness. In this message, Ben Winslett speaks to these two traits. Gentleness and Meekness to All (download link)

We live in a politically charged season. In this message, we learn about our obligation to obey the powers that be and also the times in which civil disobedience is warranted. Obeying Magistrates (download link)

If one was to pick a verse with more “salvation concepts” to unpack than others, Titus 2:14 would definitely be on the top of the list. Our Saviour Jesus, His identity, His suffering, the cross, the redemption of a particular people, and the response they have to grace…all wrapped up in one statement! Join us … Continue reading "Redemption!"

The regenerated person has a longing in his soul for deliverance from this world. In Paul’s words to Titus, he looks for that blessed hope, a statement that concerns the object of our hope, the Lord Jesus Christ. Looking for Christ (download link)

What was Paul’s meaning when he wrote to Titus that the “grace of God which bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men”? Ben Winslett considers this passage in today’s message. What Brings Salvation?

Paul wrote often to believing servants in the first century, giving needful and relevant instruction for their day. While we live in a different world today, many of these commands are still helpful to us in our personal lives, as we navigate work situations. Learn more in this message from Titus 2. The Christian Ethic … Continue reading "The Christian Ethic to Servants, Titus 2:9-10"

Continuing our study of the book of Titus, we consider the godly disciple’s traits in Titus chapter 2. Traits of a Disciple

Paul addresses a difficult and sad truth in Titus chapter 1: False teachers must be silenced! It’s never easy, and must be done with mourning, but true ministers must them that are false for the protection of Jesus’ sheep. Dealing with False Teaching

From Titus chapter 1, we learn Titus’ purpose on the Isle of Crete, to ordain ministers so that God’s flock there is tended to. Set In Order Things Wanting

Beginning a new study through the book of Titus, we consider the first four verses of this short epistle, statements loaded with God’s sovereignty in salvation! Message 1 in our series through Paul’s epistle to Titus. In Hope of Eternal Life (download link)

Life is full of battles. Some of them we lose. Many of them we win. But there’s a special class of battle in which God tells us to stand still and see the salvation of the Lord, as He fights our battles for us. Standing Still! (Download link)

Affliction can do one of three things. It can break us. It can make us bitter. Or it can make us stronger. What makes the difference is your attitude and your reliance on Christ. Burning The Dross

The doctrine of Penal Substitutionary Atonement is crucial to understanding the gospel. The Lord Jesus Christ, on the cross, stood in our place, and was judged as if He lived our sinful lives. Thus, He gave us His righteousness. Our Substitute