Northside Baptist Church

In this message from Romans 8:32, Pastor Byron Chesney shows how God's gift of His Son confirms the security and spiritual riches of every believer. The sermon explains what Paul means by "all things," highlights the true grace of God, and warns against the materialism of the prosperity gospel. It points listeners back to the cross, where God proved His love and supplied everything needed for salv...

In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney shares the story of blind Bartimaeus, whose faith refused to be silenced. Though physically blind, Bartimaeus saw what others could not—Jesus as the promised Messiah. His persistent cry for mercy reminds us that true faith doesn't depend on sight but on trust in the Savior. From the dusty road of Jericho to the moment his eyes were opened, Bartimaeus's encount...

In this episode, Brother Byron addresses what he calls "baptismal chaos" amid the surge of college revivals where many young people are being baptized without truly understanding salvation. He carefully examines what Scripture teaches about baptism, making the case that baptism is an outward expression of faith—not a means of salvation. Through passages like Ephesians 2:8–9 and Romans 6:3–6, he ex...

In this message, Pastor Chesney continues the Romans series with one of Scripture's most powerful declarations: "If God be for us, who can be against us?" Building on last week's study of Romans 8:28–30, he reminds us of the many ways God has already worked for our good—foreknowing, calling, justifying, and securing us for glory. This sermon explores three key opposers—Satan, the world, and even o...

Romans 8:28 is one of the most quoted verses in the Bible, but also one of the most misunderstood. This message takes a closer look at what Paul really meant when he said that all things work together for good.

The devil roars like a hungry lion, seeking to devour the weak and distract the faithful, but his power is limited and his defeat is certain. In this sermon, Pastor Byron Chesney warns of Satan's deception and presence in today's pulpits, urging believers to stay alert, resist steadfast in the faith, and stand firm in God's truth. Drawing from Peter's own encounters with the devil, this message ex...

Brother Byron returns after a short break to share some church updates, talk about his new touchscreen missions kiosk project, and reflect on two years as pastor at Northside Baptist Church. He also discusses the growing controversy surrounding Candace Owens and her recent theories about the Charlie Kirk assassination. With Scripture as his guide, Brother Byron reminds listeners that the real batt...

In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney continues his study through Romans 8, focusing on the believer's hope in salvation. Paul reminds us that we are saved by hope, not a wishful kind of hope, but a confident trust in what God has promised. Our salvation is already secure in Christ, yet the full experience of it, including our glorified bodies and eternal home, is still ahead. Pastor Chesney expla...

In this sermon, Pastor Byron explains that many in Thessalonica were troubled, fearing they had missed the rapture and entered God's judgment. Paul wrote to calm their hearts and clarify that the rapture, when believers are caught up to meet Christ in the air, happens before the Day of the Lord, which is a time of judgment on the world. Pastor Byron emphasizes that believers should not be swayed b...

In this message, "The Creature Waiteth" from Romans 8:19–23, Pastor Byron Chesney explains how all of creation, along with every believer, is longing for the day when Christ returns and the sons of God are revealed in glory. Sin not only corrupted mankind but also placed all creation under a curse, causing it to groan and suffer until the Lord makes all things new. Pastor Chesney contrasts the hop...

Pastor Byron's message from Acts 16:16–34 is titled "What Must I Do to Be Saved?" When the Philippian jailer cried out in desperation, Paul's answer was simple and sure: "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ." Salvation is by faith alone, not baptism, not works. Baptism came afterward as the outward sign of an inward change, as the jailer and his household were transformed that very night. This sermon...

In Romans 8:18, Paul reminds us that the sufferings we face now are nothing compared to the glory that awaits believers in Christ. In this sermon, Pastor Byron Chesney explains why suffering is part of the Christian life, how God uses it to refine us, and why our eyes must stay fixed on the eternal glory to come.

In this message from John 3:16, Pastor Byron unpacks the most well-known verse in Scripture, showing how in just 25 words God reveals His boundless love, His free gift in Christ, and the promise of eternal life. This sermon highlights God's love for sinners, the gift of His Son, the meaning of 'whosoever,' and the assurance of everlasting life through faith in Jesus."

In this message, Pastor Byron unpacks the powerful truth that believers are no longer debtors to the flesh, but children of God—adopted into His family through Christ. Because of Jesus, our sin debt is paid in full. We're no longer bound by fear or sin's control, but led by the Spirit who confirms that we are God's own children. As sons and daughters of God, we are heirs of God and joint-heirs wit...

In this sermon from John 13:1–17, Pastor Byron presents a clear study of the events surrounding the Lord's Supper—explaining why foot washing was not established as a church ordinance and how believers should properly approach the Lord's Table.

In this sermon from Romans 8:5–11 and titled Carnal vs. Spiritual, Pastor Byron contrasts the mindset of the lost with the nature of the redeemed, explaining that Paul is not addressing two types of Christians but two entirely different conditions. Those who live "after the flesh" are governed by a fallen nature, hostile to God, unable to submit to His law, and destined for spiritual death. In con...

What happens when telling the truth makes you look like the enemy? In Galatians 4:12–20, Pastor Byron walks verse-by-verse through Paul's heartfelt plea to return to the freedom of grace, remember our first love, and test every zeal by the truth of the Gospel. This message will challenge your comfort, strengthen your convictions, and stir a fresh desire to see Christ formed in you. Join us and be...

In the sermon "The Law of the Spirit," Pastor Byron explores Romans 8:1-4, emphasizing the transformative power of living in Christ versus under the law. He begins by affirming that those who are in Christ Jesus are free from condemnation and no longer bound by the law of sin and death. He explains that while the Old Testament Law was weak due to human sinfulness, God provided salvation through Je...

In this episode, Bro. Byron reflects on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk following his martyrdom on September 10th. After watching the massive memorial service in Glendale, Arizona—where the Gospel was boldly proclaimed to millions—he shares thoughts from Philippians 1:12–18 and plays clips from Rob McCoy, Marco Rubio, and Erika Kirk. Despite the world's hatred, the message of Christ continues,...

This message was delivered at Emory Pike American Christian Church on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Pastor Chesney is presenting Northside Baptist Church's homeless ministry.

In this message, Pastor Byron preaches from Luke 15:25–32 on the "other brother" in the parable of the prodigal son. While the younger son's rebellion and return reveal God's grace to sinners, the older son exposes another danger—self-righteousness. Outwardly he stayed home, served, and obeyed, but inwardly he had no real relationship with the father. His jealousy, anger, and resentment toward his...

In this message, Pastor Byron explains that Romans 8:1 assures believers there is no condemnation in Christ. He contrasts life in the flesh with life in the Spirit, stressing that true faith focuses on worship, holiness, prayer, and growth—not outward forms. Justified by faith, Christians are freed from judgment, indwelt by the Spirit, and led by Him despite the weakness of the flesh.

Pastor Byron Chesney drew from Luke 15 to show how Jesus welcomed sinners while the Pharisees condemned them. Using the parable of the prodigal son, he highlighted the contrast between "give me" (self-will) and "make me" (submission). The son's rebellion led him into misery, but when he "came to himself," he returned to his father, who ran to meet him with love and restoration. Pastor Chesney comp...

This sermon from Romans 7:14–25, titled "O Wretched Man That I Am," examines Paul's honest confession of the inner battle every Christian faces between the flesh and the Spirit. Pastor Byron Chesney emphasizes that Paul, even as a seasoned apostle, admits to being carnal and struggling with sin—not in the past tense but in the present. The message makes clear that true believers will wrestle with...

In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney unpacks Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones, showing how God's Word and Spirit alone can bring true life and revival. The sermon challenges believers and the church to move beyond empty religion and depend on the power of God to turn spiritual dryness into a living, Spirit-filled witness.