West Bradenton - A Neighborhood Church

Tim Stephenson teaches on the life of Uzziah.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon continues the Christmas series by examining Matthew 2:13-23. What is the significance of Mary and Jospeh’s escape to Egypt? This story connects to prophecy in the Old Testament as well as the apocalyptic visions of Revelation.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon is about the wise men who visit Jesus in Matthew 2:1-12. Who were they? Why did they come? The wisdom of the wise men draws your worship to the glory of the nativity.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon is about the miracle of the virgin birth, as described in Matthew 1. The virgin birth is essential to the miracle of grace, and the virgin birth is necessary for the gospel to be true. What you believe about the virgin birth is foundational to your faith in Jesus. He was born physically, so you don’t die spiritually.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers the genealogy of Christ and begins a Christmas series in the first two chapters. God’s promise of grace becomes a reality in the person of Jesus Christ.

Tim Stephenson fills in for Sam today and takes a more practical look at the Great Commission.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers the Great Commission and the church’s God-given mission to share Jesus with the world. Every local church has a global mandate.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers the story of Peter’s denial of Jesus in Matthew 26. Judas betrayed Jesus. Thomas doubted Jesus. Peter denied Jesus. All the disciples deserted Jesus. God can take your worst mistakes and make them miracles for His glory. We all sin, yet God still uses us to advance His purposes. How?

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers the story of Judas in Matthew 26 and 27. Who is the real Judas Iscariot? Judas is notorious for one big reason: He betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. As soon as he had the money in hand, he realized it was empty. Jesus chose Judas as a disciple, but Judas chose betrayal over salvation.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 23:1-36. Jesus rebukes the religious leaders. The Pharisees and scribes had “crushed people with unbearable religious demands.” Christian hypocrisy occurs when you make yourself the priority over God. Christian legalism is excessive conformity to a moral code or Law with the intent of controlling others....

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 25:31-46 and why the church should serve the “least of these.” An outward focus makes you stronger. An inward focus makes you weaker. Who should you serve? Whoever God puts in front of you!

After Hurricane Milton, Pastor Sam preaches about finding safety and security in Christ. The text is Psalm 46. Overcoming insecurity is only accomplished through being overcome by God’s security. Only Jesus is strong enough and good enough to save you.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 22:15-46. The Pharisees and Sadducees comprised the two major ruling classes in Jewish society during the time of Christ. Both opposed Jesus and attempted to trap Him with “gotcha questions.” How does Jesus respond with His own gotcha question?

Jonathon Jankovich fills in for Sam this week as we continue our series in Matthew.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 21:12-27. The cursing of the fig tree and the cleansing of the temple complex are two interconnected stories with a significant meaning. Jesus condemns the religious system that is all flash and no substance.

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 20:1-34. Is God unfair to people? There are two major ways we complain about God being unfair. First, we see good things happen to undeserving people. Second, we see bad things happen to deserving people. The problem with these perspectives is we become the judge as to who is deserving or undeserving. Wh...

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 19:16-30 and why it’s hard for Jesus to save rich people. The text is about the rich, young ruler and why he struggled to come to faith in Christ. Who is rich? What makes a person rich? You can’t buy your way into heaven. You can’t work your way into heaven. Salvation never comes on human terms, but salv...

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches through every verse of Matthew’s gospel. This sermon covers Matthew 18:12-35 and the difference between reconciliation and forgiveness. Forgiveness frees a person from guilt and its consequences. Jesus is how we are reconciled to God. Reconciliation involves the removal of an offense and the reunification of a relationship. Pastor Sam reveals the four steps to reconcilia...

Pastor Sam Rainer preaches thematically on several mountains of the Bible. In this sermon, he covers Mount Ararat and explores the story of Noah's Ark from Genesis. This message reveals the devastating impact of sin and the profound grace of God's deliverance. Through Noah's unwavering faith and obedience, we see a foreshadowing of Christ, our ultimate means of salvation.

In this series, Pastor Sam Rainer preaches thematically on several mountains of the Bible. This sermon is about Zion, an ancient term connected to the fortified hill of pre-Israelite Jerusalem. Mount Zion is a reminder God is with us now and through eternity. How do we reconcile what Scripture teaches about Zion with what is occurring in Israel today?

In this series, Pastor Sam Rainer preaches thematically on several mountains of the Bible. This sermon is about the Mount of Olives and the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24. Jesus warns of false teachers, and He foretells of persecution that will happen to His followers.