Messages - Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church

We love to talk about family and vacations. Why is sharing the most best news in the world so intimidating? Sharing your faith doesn’t have to be difficult. You can  learn to share your story with confidence and courage in a natural way. In this message Pastor Sam talked having a burden for those without hope of Jesus. 

Everyone will experience a moment when we question our faith. Whether it’s dealing with a serious illness or a financial challenge, finding the courage to rely on God can be tough. This series is about learning to trust God completely. In this message, Pastor Sam talks about how to experience God’s strength when you’re struggling with weakness. 

Everyone will experience a moment when we question our faith. Whether it’s dealing with a serious illness or a financial challenge, finding the courage to rely on God can be tough. This series is about learning to trust God completely. In this message, Pastor Sam talks about how to trust God when you feel it’s too late to change your circumstances.

We’ll all experience a moment when we question our faith. Whether it’s dealing with a serious illness or a financial challenge, finding the courage to rely on God can be tough. This series is about learning to trust God completely. In this message, Pastor Sam talks about how to rely on God when you feel powerless.

We’ll all experience a moment when we question our faith. Whether it’s dealing with a serious illness or a financial challenge, finding the courage to rely on God can be tough. This series is about learning to trust God completely. In this message, Pastor Sam talks about how to handle situations when God seems to say no.

Feeling stuck in the routine? This series dives into the idea of moving beyond just having faith and diving deep into a desperate search for God, like a parched land longing for rain. Learn to let go of control and discover real life through a fervent pursuit of God. Pastor Sam shared in this message that it’s not too late to experience spiritual renewal.

Feeling stuck in the routine? This series dives into the idea of moving beyond just having faith and diving deep into a desperate search for God, like a parched land longing for rain. Learn to let go of control and discover real life through a fervent pursuit of God. Pastor Sam shared in this message that when you submit to God, you’re helping yourself grow into the amazing person God intended you...

Feeling stuck in the routine? This series dives into the idea of moving beyond just having faith and diving deep into a desperate search for God, like a parched land longing for rain. Learn to let go of control and discover real life through a fervent pursuit of God. Pastor Sam mentioned that God may appear distant because you’ve drifted away from Him, and He’s patiently waiting for you to return.

Feeling stuck in the routine? This series dives into the idea of moving beyond just having faith and diving deep into a desperate search for God, like a parched land longing for rain. Learn to let go of control and discover real life through a fervent pursuit of God. Pastor Sam shared in this message the value of seeking God and waiting for Him to move mountains. 

Feeling stuck in routine? This series dives into the idea of moving beyond just having faith and diving deep into a desperate search for God, like a parched land longing for rain. Learn to let go of control and discover real life through a fervent pursuit of God. Pastor Sam shared how true revival starts when we invite God to join us.

Life is a journey, not just a race to the finish line. We often get so focused on the destination that we miss the miracles happening right in front of us. In this series, we are exploring the "in-between"—learning how to embrace the abundant life Jesus promised us today, not just someday.  In this message, Pastor Sam shared that Jesus knows you and invites you to know Him!

Life is a journey, not just a race to the finish line. We often get so focused on the destination that we miss the miracles happening right in front of us. In this series, we are exploring the "in-between"—learning how to embrace the abundant life Jesus promised us today, not just someday.  In this message, Pastor Sam shared that Jesus is always enough.

Life is a journey, not just a race to the finish line. We often get so focused on the destination that we miss the miracles happening right in front of us. In this series we are exploring the "in-between"—learning how to embrace the abundant life Jesus promised us today, not just someday.  In this message Pastor Sam shared how to begin a journey of thriving.

Jesus’ last week on earth was an intentional journey of love and sacrifice. He knowingly walked toward the cross to offer salvation to anyone who accepts Him as Lord. Jesus was not a victim. He was the victor on a mission to become the sacrifice for our sin. In this message Pastor Sam shared how Jesus’ resurrection defeated Satan so you could experience real life. 

Jesus’ last week on earth was an intentional journey of love and sacrifice. He knowingly walked toward the cross to offer salvation to anyone who accepts Him as Lord. Jesus was not a victim. He was the victor on a mission to become the sacrifice for our sin. In this message Pastor Sam shared how Jesus paid it all so you could go to heaven.

Jesus’ last week on earth was an intentional journey of love and sacrifice. He knowingly walked toward the cross to offer salvation to anyone who accepts Him as Lord. Jesus was not a victim. He was the victor on a mission to become the sacrifice for our sin. In this message Pastor Sam shared how tunnel vision robs you of God’s best and how to overcome it. 

Jesus’ last week on earth was an intentional journey of love and sacrifice. He knowingly walked toward the cross to offer salvation to anyone who accepts Him as Lord. Jesus was not a victim. He was the victor on a mission to become the sacrifice for our sin. In this message Pastor Sam shared how Jesus will forgive your sin and give you a renewed purpose. 

Jesus’ last week on earth was an intentional journey of love and sacrifice. He knowingly walked toward the cross to offer salvation to anyone who accepts Him as Lord. Jesus was not a victim. He was the victor on a mission to become the sacrifice for our sin. In this message Pastor Sam shared how you can express extravagant love to Jesus for His sacrifice on the cross.

Jesus’ final week was an intentional journey of love and sacrifice. He walked toward the cross a victor rather than a victim. His destiny is your only hope. Pastor Sam Braswell shared how you can experience God’s peace by trusting Jesus as your lord.

Culture is constantly changing. While ideas and beliefs come and go, God's truth has never changed. The Bible is our source of discovering His truth and finding God’s direction. Because of our sinful nature, we need God’s truth about sex. In this message, Pastor Sam shared God’s plan for sex.