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The sermon explores the concept of "holy optimism," arguing that Jesus consistently disciplined the twelve disciples to shift their focus from immediate circumstances to the eternal character and promises of God. By examining passages in Matthew and John, the message highlights how Jesus used metaphors, such as birds, lilies, and the mustard seed, to correct spiritual myopia and anxiety. The centr...

Sunday Morning service at Calvary Baptist Pastor Tracy Puckett We are an old fashioned, Independent Missionary Baptist Church, with Holy Ghost, King James preaching, and spirit filled singing. We invite you to come and be a part of our church family. Our doors are always open, and we hope that you and your family will come and experience the love of God here at Calvary! "I was glad when they said...

This sermon challenges the modern cultural emphasis on self-esteem by arguing that the Bible identifies self-love as a sickness rather than a cure. The central message, drawn from 1 Corinthians 4:6-7, is that a proper view of oneself requires viewing oneself through God's perspective rather than through human comparison or cultural standards. The exposition highlights that all distinctions, abilit...

This sermon explores the central message of the Bible as the goodness of God, specifically through the lens of Genesis. It argues that this goodness is displayed in three primary ways: God's glory, which establishes His self-sufficient and unchanging nature; His holiness, which demands justice and preserves paradise from corruption; and His grace, which is the crowning aspect of His character. The...

(AI Generated Summary) The sermon explores the eschatological promise in Luke 21:28, contrasting the fear experienced by the world with the joy and anticipation that should characterize the hearts of believers. It argues that the return of Christ is not a source of dread for God's people but the imminent arrival of their redemption and final restoration. By examining parallel passages in Matthew a...

Our third message in this series about salvation is going to deal with redemption. Redemption has the idea of procurement by payment of ransom. The world is a slave, a slave to sin, we are all born in the bondage of sin. In essence we are born dead. Without hope, and without the ability to change our own destiny. In our lost condition we are in bondage to our master, that master is sin. The devil...

The sermon emphasizes that salvation is found exclusively in the name of Jesus Christ, rejecting the notion that it can be obtained through religious works, moral behavior, or denominational affiliation. Drawing from Acts 4, the message highlights three key declarations: God is the ultimate witness to Jesus' identity and work, Jesus holds the position of the chief cornerstone, and His purpose is t...

This sermon explores the believer's response to suffering by examining 1 Peter 1:6-9, emphasizing that trials are temporary and serve to refine faith rather than destroy it. The message highlights the coexistence of genuine sorrow and great rejoicing, urging believers to cast their cares upon God who knows their specific struggles. It reinterprets the concept of contentment through Philippians 4,...

This sermon explores the Christian call to submit to unjust authorities and to endure suffering patiently, following the example of Jesus Christ. Drawing from 1 Peter 2, Tomi clarifies that submission is not merely about agreement but about honouring God's instituted order, even when leaders are harsh or hostile. The preacher highlights that such endurance is commendable before God when done out o...

This sermon explores the narrative of Abraham interceding for Sodom in Genesis 18, emphasizing the profound impact of persistent, burdened prayer on God's actions. The speaker highlights that while prayers may appear to go unanswered or 'up in smoke,' God remains faithful to remember the efforts of His people, often working redemption in ways that exceed human expectation. Through personal testimo...

Is my case hopeless? Some reach that tragic conclusion and position. For 12 years a woman Christ met had suffered. She had tried every remedy available, spending all she had. Yet instead of getting better, grew worse. Her experience is a striking parallel to our spiritual condition until we meet Christ: sin is a problem we can't cure ourselves. But everything changed. What no one else could do, Ch...

This sermon explores the paradoxical nature of the New Jerusalem, arguing that even the 'negatives' described in Revelation 21 are actually profound positives for the believer. The central message highlights that the absence of a temple, darkness, terror, and transgressors signifies the direct, unmediated presence of God, eternal hope, total security, and perfect holiness. The preacher uses a past...

Jesus' words of hope and comfort would have been a blessing to the members of the church in ancient Philadelphia, for they had faithfully stood for Christ in their pagan culture. His words continue to serve as an encouragement to faithful believers today.

We can have faith in the scriptures and they give us hope.

This sermon explores the doctrine of depravity by distinguishing between man's personal sin, sin nature, and sin state from God's perspective rather than a human moralistic view. It argues that Scripture concludes all humanity is under sin, rendering man unable to achieve righteousness through works or religious observance. The message emphasizes that salvation is received solely by faith in Jesus...

Taking an honest look at the baptism of the thief on the cross. What it was not and what it was. Many will be surprised as to what God's word actually says about his salvation.

Romans 13:1-7

Meet Bereans in Action Faith Debate: Sunday, October 4th, 2026 (10/11/26 on 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland) Should "Artificial Intelligence" be called Algorithm Processing? Do we know GPT means Generative Pre-trained Transformer; or are we "old man yelling at cloud" with "smart phones" making us dumb? Is AI controlled by populism (majority rules), tyrants (authoritarian rule), conventional wisdom...

Hebrews 9:23–28 reminds us that Jesus did what no earthly priest could ever accomplish. In the Old Testament, priests repeatedly entered the earthly sanctuary with sacrifices, because sin required continual atonement. But Jesus offered Himself once and for all. He did not enter an earthly sanctuary made by human hands; He entered the presence of God on our behalf. This means we do not have to live...