Sandy Creek Stirrings

I think most godly parents realize that, in general, we have a big problem with the youth of America.  The next generation simply isn’t rising to the standards we need them to.  The next generation is failing across the board and the next generation of American’s won’t see this country rebound and grow as it needs to.  Join me as I give you the 6 biggest problems with today's youth...

The Constitution and Bill of Rights are in place giving religious freedom to America.  What will the Baptists do with this opportunity?  Hear the stories of Baptists as they take the Gospel to other states and preach Jesus loud and clear.  Included in today's episode, you will also hear the beginning of the modern missionary movement and the origination of the Southern Baptist Conve...

Sabbath vs. Sunday.  Why do we meet on Sunday instead of the Sabbath?  Didn't God command for us to meet on the Sabbath?  Why was the Sabbath even instituted?  Is one day more important than the other?  All these questions are valid and deserve an answer.  Listen today to find out why we meet on Sunday instead of the Sabbath!

Are you chivalrous?  Are you courteous and kind - a gentleman?  In a world of boys who have never grown up, we need to be the type of men who understand how to behave and act.  Prepare for an extremely practical episode that is pointed and geared toward the men.  At the end, you'll walk away with practical tips on being a true gentleman. Submit a question for our Q&A: https...

Would we have the Constitution today if it were not for the Baptists?  Why was John Leland so important to the foundation of our nation?  Where did the Bill of Right and religious freedom come from?  Was George Washington baptized as a Baptist?  The Baptists had an amazing influence within the production of the Bill of Rights and religious freedom.  You will not want to mi...

What does the Bible say about "tongues"?  Are they still something the church should practice today?  Why is there such a big disagreement on tongues?  What is an "unknown tongue"?  Join us today as we give a Biblical and logical look at an area that the Bible is so clear on!  God wants you to know and He has told us so.  Find out today! Submit a question for our Q&A: https://sandycreekstirrings.c...

Sorrow is no respecter of persons.  Everyone will, at some point in their life, go through a time of sorrow...but why do some people make it out of sorrow stronger and others never come out of it?  How can you make it through sorrow?  What is God's key to conquering sorrow?  Learn this vital lesson, a pivotal truth, in today's episode! Submit a question for our Q&A: https:/...

Find out how the Baptists were involved in The War for Independence!  Baptists of old didn't sit on the sideline, they fought right along side our patriot hero's.  We will discuss the importance of the Baptist chaplains, how they supplied provisions, and how they helped to liberate America!  Hear their stories today, as well as the impact of Baptist Chaplains on George Washington an...

Millions of people play the lottery each year and each person claims to be the owner of the "Golden Ticket".  The reality is, when the numbers are called, those same millions find their ticket to not be so golden.  On a subject that you don't hear much about, I pose this question: should Christians gamble?  What about the lottery?  Should Christians buy lottery tickets?  What does God have to say...

In Part 2 of "The Most Important Thing You Can Do", we take the content and message of soul-winning and practically apply them to actual scenarios.  We also do a legitimate walk through on how to win souls from the knock on the door to getting them to church!  This will be an episode that will help you to grow as a Christian, encourage you to reach the lost, and be an effective participa...

Discover how Patrick Henry was involved in defending the rights of the Baptists and how Isaac Backus stood before the Continental Congress.  Learn what the Baptist faced - persecution from the colonies - just before the American War for Independence.  This critical time would show many the need for true religious liberty.  Hear all this, plus stories of persecution and more, in toda...

Divorce - what does God have to say about it?  Divorce is a real issue in this world and God has something to say about marriage and divorce.  Some say there are reasons to get a divorce, others say you should never get a divorce.  When asked about the topic, how did Jesus respond?  What did He say?  That is what you and I must know when developing our beliefs on the issue of divorce! Submit a que...

Do you want to be a soul-winner?  You should be!  God left us here on earth to win souls for Him by sharing the Gospel with other people.  In this first part of a two part mini-series, I give you the substance of soul-winning - the critical pieces you need to be a soul-winner.  Next week, in part two, I will give you the "how to" on how to put these methods and messages into pr...

This Baptist History contains, in my opinion, the most influential and impactful figure in all of Baptist History.  Join me as we discuss the impact of Shubal Stearns, Daniel Marshall, and the Sandy Creek Baptist Church as they blaze a trail in the south for God.  God is going to do something incredible through these men in our narrative and I pray that you will be stirred up for Christ...

Abortion.  Say the word and a dividing line appears.  Each group takes sides and the arguments for each can become vicious at points.  Sadly, like many debates and hot topics the argument can boil down to shouting match of emotions between the two parties.  But what is the truth?  What does the Bible say about Abortion and how can a Christian best articulate their side Biblically, factually, and l...

Join me as I sit down with Dr. Dave McCoy, the pastor of People's Baptist Church in McDonough, Georgia.  We sit down and discuss a multitude of topics from his salvation testimony, to taking care of your pastor, to the story of how one of his member's killed a state record buck, and on to having joy in physical trials.  It is a phenomenal episode that will be a blessing to you! Submit a...

Let us determine to do as the author of Hebrews says in chapter 6 and verse 1, "...let us go on...".  If I can encourage you this new year, let me encourage you to keep moving forward for the cause of Christ.  Join me as we discuss setting goals, one of my personal goals, and some areas you should focus on this year! Submit a question for our Q&A: https://sandycreekstirrings.com/cont...

As 2020 is coming to a close, I encourage you to sit down with your family, a pen, and a piece of paper and review God's blessings from 2020.  As the song says, "Count your many blessings, name them one by one, and it will surprise you what the Lord has done."  2020 has been a year with many ups and downs but let's not forget to give God thanks for all the things He has done for us! Subm...

Merry Christmas Eve!  This is the perfect episode for light listening throughout the day of Christmas Eve. Predominately a "musical" episode, I share the story behind some of the most famous Christmas carols, songs, and hymns and then play them for you.  I'm sure this episode will be both festive and intriguing as Christmas Day approaches! Episode #60's Featured CD's (used with permissio...

During this Christmas week of 2020, I wanted to discuss the phrase "And Mary Pondered All These Things".  You will find the phrase of Mary pondered a few different times in Scripture.  What was Mary, the mother of Christ, pondering?  What was she doing?  Find out in today's episode! Episode #59's Featured CD: "O Holy Night - Piano Solos by Caleb Galvan" ( https://nvpublications...

Join  my wife Tabitha and I as we sit down and share 3 key areas newlyweds  need to be prepared for.  We start off with a short intro into how we  met and then dive into the first of 3 critical areas of any marriage.  Prepare for an  episode that is filled with practical, applicable, and humorous  content.   Episode 58's Featured CD: "O Holy Night - Piano So...

Have you ever heard of the Great Awakening?  It was a revival that lasted from the 1730's through the 1740's and it shook this New World for the cause of Christ.   Learn more about those glorious days in this episode.  We also talk about the voice of the Great Awakening, George Whitefield, and one of his converts: Isaac Backus. Episode 57's Featured CD: "A Christ Centered Chris...

"Well, I'm on my way to Heaven, now I can live however I want!"  Have you ever heard someone say something similar to that? I hear it all too often.  It's a mentality that is a sad response to the work and salvation of God.  Join me today as we discuss why everyone should live for God after accepting Him as their Savior.  We also discuss heavenly rewards you can lay up in Heave...

Join my wife Tabitha and I, for Part 1 of "3 Newlywed Focal Points", where we sit down and share 3 key areas newlyweds need to be prepared for.  We start off with a short intro into how we met and then dive into the first critical area of any marriage.  Prepare for an episode that is filled with practical and applicable,  yet humorous content. Episode 55's Featured CD: "The Sounds o...

What will be the fate of the Boston Baptist Church after the passing of the "Fighting Baptist" Thomas Gould?  What will happen to them?  Learn this and more, including the Act of Toleration and the faithful testimony of the Wightman family in Conneticut, in today's episode!  Episode 54's Featured CD: "O Holy Night - Piano Solos by Caleb Galvan" ( https://nvpublications.org/o-holy-ni...