Pastor Simons’ Simple Sermons

After centuries of silence, God begins to speak again through the birth of John the Baptist and the prophetic praise of his father, Zachariah. In this sermon from Luke 1:57–80, we see God faithfully fulfilling His promises, stirring joy among His people, and preparing the way for the coming Messiah. From the mercy displayed in John’s birth to the Spirit-filled announcement of salvation in the Bene...

Mary’s visit to Elizabeth in Luke 1:39-56 reveals the first Spirit-given recognition of the Messiah’s arrival. John leaps for joy, Elizabeth blesses Mary, and Mary responds with a hymn exalting God’s mercy, power, and covenant faithfulness. This message traces how God unveils His saving work and how these faithful women model joyful recognition, humble praise, and confident trust in His promises....

In this Christmas season message from Luke 1:26-38, we reflect on God’s gracious revelation to Mary and the dawning hope that comes through the promised Son. Mary’s humility, the identity of the Child, and the unfolding of God’s saving plan all point us to the sure hope found in Christ. This sermon calls believers to trust God’s promises and to embrace the hope He gives through His Son.

In this Thanksgiving-week sermon from Luke 1:1–25, we consider what it means to be a people waiting for God. Luke introduces his Gospel with a sure and trustworthy Word, and the long silence over Israel is broken with the promise of John the Baptist. Through the faith of Zacharias and Elizabeth, we are reminded that God calls His people to trust His faithful promises as we await the fullness of ou...

Pastor Ben concludes our series on the Baptist distinctives by exploring Jesus’ words, “Render to Caesar…and to God.” From Matthew 22, Romans 13, and Acts 5, we learn how God ordained both church and state, why the church must remain free to obey Christ, and how believers live faithfully in both kingdoms under one Lord.

In this message of our Baptist Distinctives series, Pastor Ben explores the biblical foundation for Congregational Church Government . From Acts 6 and 1 Timothy 3, we see how Christ rules His church through the cooperation of the congregation, the leadership of pastors, and the service of deacons. Together, these roles form a pattern of humble, Christ-centered order where authority, leadership, an...

In this message from the Baptist Distinctives series, Pastor Ben explores the biblical truths behind the priesthood of the believer and individual soul liberty. Every Christian stands personally accountable before God—able to approach Him directly through Christ, our great High Priest, and responsible to live faithfully in obedience to His Word.

What does it mean for a church to be pure ? In this episode, we explore the Baptist distinctive of Pure Church Membership —the conviction that church membership is reserved for those who have been born again by faith in Christ and have testified to that faith through baptism. Pastor Ben explains how regenerate membership shapes the church’s identity, how loving discipline protects its purity, and...

Why do Baptists insist that baptism follows faith? In this message from the Baptist Distinctives series, Pastor Ben explores Acts 2, Romans 6, and 1 Peter 3 to show that baptism is for believers only, pictures our union with Christ, and declares a clear conscience before God. Learn why baptism by immersion is a public testimony of faith—not a means of grace, but an act of obedience that proclaims,...

Every church claims to follow the Bible—but what makes the Baptist conviction about authority distinct? In this foundational message from the Baptist Distinctives series, Pastor Ben explains why Baptists recognize the New Testament alone as the church’s sufficient and final authority for faith and practice. From Acts 2, Colossians 2, and 2 Timothy 3, discover how Christ’s Word governs the church’s...

What makes a Baptist church truly Baptist? In this opening message of the Distinctly Baptist series, Pastor Simons unpacks Acts 2:41-42 to show that the church is defined by the Word of God, formed by the obedience of believers, and strengthened by shared commitments. Discover how our Baptist distinctives, rooted not in tradition but in Scripture, help us follow the New Testament pattern for the c...

God is the first and greatest Giver. In Deuteronomy 26, we learn that He calls us to reflect His generosity—giving with gratitude, supporting His work, and caring for those in need. True giving doesn’t lead to loss, but to joy.

Guest speaker, Marty Simons, reminds us that God desires we live a life of praise to Him by looking at Paul's doxology at the close of Ephesians 3.

What does it mean to be a faithful steward? This week, we explore the biblical truth that God wants us to be faithful stewards of all that He has entrusted to us. From Scripture, we see four principles: God owns everything, God entrusts us with everything we have, we are responsible to increase what He has given, and God can call us to account at any time. Join us as we look at how these truths sh...

What does it mean to truly worship God? In this episode, we unpack Psalm 95 and Romans 12, exploring how joyful praise, humble submission, and a life surrendered to God together form authentic worship. Learn how our daily choices can honor Christ, our Shepherd, and reflect His ultimate sacrifice.

In this message from 1 John 4:7–12, we are reminded that Christian fellowship begins with God’s love, is revealed in Christ’s sacrifice, and is perfected in the church community. Our greatest witness to the world is not in programs or traditions, but in how we love one another with Christ-like love. ***Note - Due to a technical error, there is a gap between episodes. Episode 6-31 will not be publi...

In this message from 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, we explore the life-changing power of the gospel and the mission it gives every believer. The Apostle Paul reminds us that in Christ we are made new—our old life has passed away, and all things have become new. But this transformation is not only for our benefit; God has entrusted us with the ministry of reconciliation, sending us out as His ambassadors...

This week, we examine the biblical basis of the church's Vision Statement, which encompasses the two aspects of discipleship - edification and evangelism, or Knowing Christ and Making Him Known.

This week, we begin a new series on the identity of the church. We start with an examination of our Mission Statement, explaining the biblical foundation behind its four key elements: glorifying God, making disciples, worshiping together, and serving in love.

In this episode, we explore Hebrews 7:11–28 to discover why Christ's priesthood is not only different from but far greater than the Levitical system. We examine the limitations of the Old Covenant, the perfection and permanence of Jesus’ priesthood, and how His intercession offers complete salvation. This passage offers profound assurance: we no longer rely on a flawed system, but on a perfect...

We take a closer look at Melchizedek and see how this mysterious figure from the OT foreshadows Christ's ministry as priest.

In this encouraging sermon from Hebrews 6:13-20, we explore how God’s unchanging nature and faithful promises provide deep assurance to His people. Looking at God’s oath to Abraham, the author of Hebrews reminds us that our hope is not based on wishful thinking but anchored in the very presence of God through Jesus Christ. With illustrations of faithful endurance, divine guarantees, and the imager...

Guest Speaker Marty Simons reminds us of redemption's end with a look at our future reward, eternity with our God and Savior. We examine the end of the Book of Revelation, chapters 21:5-22:5, to see the splendor and description of the New Earth and New Jerusalem, as we are reminded that God wants us to remember that our citizenship is in Heaven.

Guest Speaker Marty Simons encourages us from Acts 1:3-14. We are reminded that God desires that we remember to keep our eyes on Him, rather than on issues of the past, present, or the future.

Continuing our look into Hebrews with a word of encouragement in 6:9-12. **NOTE - This was recorded outdoors at a picnic service with gusts of wind happening from time to time, affecting the audio.**