Truth And Grace

In this episode, Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim address a question from the viewers about celebrating holidays and how we should approach them as Christians.

In this episode Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim continue in their discussion on the end times and breakdown the things that we must all agree on.

In this episode Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim begin a new series on the end times. In this episode they open up a can of worms to spur discussion and study into the understanding of the study of the end times. This episode merely opens the door on numerous discussions to come around what the scriptures say about Christ's second coming and how things will all play out.

In this episode, Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim discuss the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk and the state of our culture.

Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim discuss their different methods for preparing a sermon.

In this episode, Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim discuss conspiracy theories and how we should approach them from a biblical worldview.

Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim discuss the summer youth retreat and the theme of holiness.

Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim discuss the passing of John MacArthur and the pros and cons of following celebrity pastors.

In this episode, Pastor Jake and Pastor Tim discuss the recent SBC annual meeting and get into the details of what the Southern Baptist Convention is and how it relates to our church.

In this episode of Truth and Grace , Pastors Tim Carter and Jake Carver dive deep into the beauty and biblical importance of expository preaching . As VBS wraps up and a summer in the Psalms begins, they tackle growing trends in the modern church—from sermon-lite TED Talk styles to the growing reliance on online pastors—and explain why preaching the Word verse by verse remains essential. They cove...

In this episode of Truth and Grace , Pastors Jake and Tim unpack what the top-selling Christian books over the past 30 years reveal about the modern church and its drift toward self-centered spirituality. From The Purpose Driven Life to Get Out of Your Head , they trace how the seeker-sensitive movement, pop psychology, and cultural shifts have reshaped Christian publishing—and how these trends ha...

In this episode of the Truth and Grace podcast, Pastor Jake Carver and Executive Pastor Tim Carter from Cornerstone Baptist Church delve into the complex world of Bible translations. They explore the reasons behind the multitude of translations available today, discussing the differences between word-for-word, thought-for-thought, and paraphrase approaches. The pastors share their personal prefere...

In this episode of the Truth and Grace podcast, Pastor Jake Carver and Executive Pastor Tim Carter from Cornerstone Baptist Church in Sedalia, Missouri, discuss exciting upcoming events and initiatives at the church. They highlight the upcoming Vacation Bible School, emphasizing the need for volunteers and the unique opportunity it presents for children to learn about Jesus. The pastors also intro...

In this episode of the Truth and Grace Podcast , Pastors Jake Carver and Tim Carter dive into the heart of Reformed theology. They explore its foundations, its significance, and how it shapes our faith and life. The discussion covers the five solas of the Reformation—Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, and Glory to God Alone—emphasizing their importance in maintaining a biblic...

In this unplugged and unscripted episode of The Truth and Grace Podcast , Pastors Jake Carver and Tim Carter take a conversational approach, sharing insights on ministry, theology, and their personal journeys into pastoral leadership. They discuss their callings to ministry, the challenges and joys of serving the local church, and how their theological understanding has grown over time. This episo...

In this episode of the Truth and Grace podcast, brought to you by Cornerstone Baptist Church in Sedalia, Missouri, Pastor Jake Carver and Executive Pastor Tim Carter dive into the vital topic of apologetics. They discuss what it means to defend the faith, why it matters, and how every believer can be equipped to answer tough questions about Christianity. From the reliability of Scripture and the r...

Join Pastor Jake Carver and Executive Pastor Tim Carter from Cornerstone Baptist Church in Sedalia, Missouri, as they dive into the biblical roles of elders and deacons in this enriching episode. The duo kicks things off with personal introductions, sharing their journeys, families, and ministries. Then, they explore ecclesiology—the study of the church—unpacking what Scripture says about elders a...

Welcome to the first episode of Truth and Grace , the official podcast of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Sedalia, Missouri! In this episode, Pastors Tim and Jake introduce the heart behind this new podcast—offering deeper biblical discussion, practical theology, and encouragement for daily Christian living. The focus of today’s conversation is Sanctification in the Local Church , based on a recent...