Magnolia's First Baptist Church

In Acts 26:1–32, Paul stands before King Agrippa and shares his testimony, giving a clear model for how believers can share their faith by telling their story in three parts: who they were before Christ, how they came to Christ, and the difference Christ has made. Instead of defending himself, Paul points to Jesus and shows that the gospel does not just inform us but transforms us, turning a perse...

In Acts 20:17–38, Paul shares an emotional farewell with the elders of Ephesus that reveals what faithful service to Jesus truly looks like. This message challenges believers to kill pride, endure hardship, live with bold faith, stay anchored in purpose, submit fully to God’s truth, remain vigilant against deception, cling to grace, live with integrity and compassion, and stay rooted in spiritual...

Paul walks into Athens and sees a city full of idols and a people searching for meaning in all the wrong places. In Acts 17:16–34, we see how Paul’s burden for the lost shapes his message and mission. From the synagogue to the marketplace to the Areopagus, Paul points people to the one true God as Creator, Sustainer, Ruler, Father, and Judge. This message challenges us to recognize modern idols, l...

In Acts 16:12–36, we see how the gospel transforms three very different lives. Lydia, a successful businesswoman, the enslaved girl trapped in spiritual and physical bondage, and the Roman jailer hardened by duty all encounter the same saving power of Jesus. Through open hearts, dramatic deliverance, and faithful worship in suffering, God shows that the gospel is for all people and truly changes l...

In Acts 15:1-29, we walk through the Jerusalem Council and see the early church defend the true gospel when false teaching threatened to add requirements to salvation. Peter, Paul, Barnabas, and James all point back to the same truth: God saves by grace through faith, not by works or rituals, and the church should never place barriers in front of people who are turning to Christ. This passage remi...

In Acts 13:16–41, Paul delivers his first recorded sermon, proclaiming the Kerygma—the essential message of the gospel. This sermon traces God’s sovereign plan through Israel’s history, the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus, His resurrection, and the invitation for all to receive forgiveness through faith. Paul shows that salvation doesn’t come through the law but through Christ alone. The passag...

In Acts 12:1–24, Pastor Jeff unpacks how the Gospel continues to advance even when everything seems to be falling apart. Through the persecution under Herod, James’s death, Peter’s imprisonment and miraculous rescue, and Herod’s downfall, we see that nothing can stop God’s plan or silence His Word. This message reminds us that prayer is powerful, God’s sovereignty is unshakable, and the Gospel mov...

In Acts 11:19–26, we see why a great church needs both evangelism and discipleship. As the gospel advances in Antioch, Barnabas arrives, recognizes God’s grace, rejoices, and urges believers to remain true to the Lord with devoted hearts. That “remaining” looks like accountability, steady encouragement, real community, and clear instruction in God’s Word. Barnabas then brings Saul, and for a full...

In Acts 11:19–26, we see how the church at Antioch became a model for what a great church looks like, one rooted in effective evangelism and everyday faithfulness. Though born out of persecution, the believers leveraged their circumstances for God’s mission, spreading the gospel to Jews and Greeks alike. God used ordinary, unnamed men and women to begin a movement that would reach the world, remin...

In Acts 10:9–48, Peter experiences a vision that reshapes his understanding of God’s plan for salvation. What began as a lesson about food becomes a revelation about people, showing that the Gospel is for everyone, not just the Jews. God prepares Peter through a vision, connects him with Cornelius, and confirms that the Holy Spirit is poured out on all who believe. Through this moment, the walls o...

Have you ever had to change your mind about something? In Acts 9:1–19 we meet Saul, a man convinced he was serving God by persecuting the church until he was confronted by Jesus on the road to Damascus. In that moment Saul’s life, beliefs, and purpose were completely transformed. Pastor Adam shares how God can confront, change, and commission us no matter our past. If God could transform Saul, the...

“There are no accidents with God... only appointments.” - Chuck Swindoll This week's sermon explored the powerful story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-40. It reminds us that God orchestrates divine encounters in our lives every day. Are you living with eyes open to see them? Are you prepared to share the hope you have? Are you willing to step out in obedience, even when it's unexp...

Stephen’s life in Acts 6–7 shows us what it means to live with courage and conviction. Chosen as a servant leader, Stephen faithfully served the church, endured suffering for Christ, boldly spoke the truth, and ultimately shined with the hope of Jesus even in death. His story challenges us to ask: Is my life worth imitating? Is Jesus the center of my story?

In Acts 5:17–21 the apostles faced resistance, imprisonment, and opposition but God delivered them and gave a clear command: “Go, stand, and speak.” This passage reminds us that following Jesus brings both challenges and confidence. We see that our calling is greater than our comfort and the Gospel of life is too important to remain silent. God equips us to stand firm, speak boldly, and live with...

In Acts 4:23-31, the believers respond to threats with united, Scripture-rooted prayer that acknowledges God’s power, remembers Christ’s suffering, and asks boldly for strength, healing, and signs to glorify His name. In this message, Pastor Adam teaches six marks of bold prayer: it is real, relational, rooted, requests big things, reverent, and results in power. When the early church prayed this...

What does it look like to live life connected in Christ? In Acts 2 we see the early church devoting themselves to the Word, to each other, to God’s presence, to prayer, to generosity, to consistency, and to mission. This picture of biblical community is what God still calls us to today. We are reminded that following Jesus is better, together. True community means being intentional: studying Scrip...

Peter’s first sermon in Acts 2 shows us the power of the Holy Spirit and the clarity of the gospel. In Acts 2:14-41, Peter explains three things: What happened — the Spirit had come. How it happened — Jesus was raised from the dead and is alive. Why it happened — to save sinners. This message reminds us that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Repentance, faith, and baptism a...

The book of Acts begins with the promise of the Holy Spirit and the ascension of Jesus. In Acts 1:1–11, we see a powerful foundation for the mission of the church: A Great Assurance – the Holy Spirit empowers us A Clear Purpose – we are Christ’s witnesses A Working Strategy – personal, local, and global mission A Sure Promise – Jesus is coming again As followers of Christ, we are called to bear wi...

The Lord’s Supper is not simply a church tradition. It is a command from Jesus to remember His sacrifice, proclaim His death, and live in anticipation of His return. In 1 Corinthians 11:23–26, believers are called to take the bread and the cup as a public declaration of the gospel and a reminder of God’s saving work.

Sometimes life just doesn’t go the way you thought it would. You had plans. Expectations. But instead of things coming together, everything feels like it’s falling apart. In Psalm 13, David asks a question many of us have asked too: “How long, Lord?” In this message, Pastor Adam helps us sit honestly in that question, while pointing to the hope that comes when we choose to trust God, even when not...

Grace isn’t just a pardon—it’s pursuit. In Part 2 of our series, Pastor Adam walks us through the avenues, attitude, and actions of God’s grace. We discover how grace comes through His Word, prayer, the local church, and even suffering. We’re reminded that grace shapes us—producing humility, gratitude, and holy living.

Grace is not just a doctrine. It’s the defining heartbeat of our faith. In this message, Pastor Adam walks through four powerful dimensions of God’s grace: • Grace Saves Us – from spiritual death to life through Jesus (Ephesians 2:1–10) • Grace Sanctifies Us – shaping our character and calling us to holiness (Titus 2:11–14) • Grace Strengthens Us – empowering us to stand firm and serve (2 Timothy...

In this message from our From the Heart series, Pastor Milt unpacks the Apostle Paul's words in Philippians 1:12–18, showing how a gospel-centered perspective keeps us focused—even through adversity. Paul reveals how our mindset impacts how we face difficult circumstances, people, and emotions. Even in chains, his joy remained because his lens was fixed on Christ.

What matters most in life? In this message, Pastor Adam unpacks the life-changing truth found in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. In a world full of confusion and twisted definitions, clarity isn't just helpful… it's kindness. Paul reminds the church (and us) to be crystal clear on the most important thing: the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. Pastor Adam challenges us to...

In this message, Pastor Jeff shares from his heart about the importance of daily devotion to God's Word. It's not about guilt—it's about life. The Bible isn’t just something we read; it’s something that reads us. Through Scripture, God reveals the condition of our hearts, nourishes our souls, and invites us into deeper relationship with Him.