Magnolia's First Baptist Church

“There are no accidents with God... only appointments.” - Chuck Swindoll This week's sermon explored the powerful story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-40. It reminds us that God orchestrates divine encounters in our lives every day. Are you living with eyes open to see them? Are you prepared to share the hope you have? Are you willing to step out in obedience, even when it's unexp...

Stephen’s life in Acts 6–7 shows us what it means to live with courage and conviction. Chosen as a servant leader, Stephen faithfully served the church, endured suffering for Christ, boldly spoke the truth, and ultimately shined with the hope of Jesus even in death. His story challenges us to ask: Is my life worth imitating? Is Jesus the center of my story?

In Acts 5:17–21 the apostles faced resistance, imprisonment, and opposition but God delivered them and gave a clear command: “Go, stand, and speak.” This passage reminds us that following Jesus brings both challenges and confidence. We see that our calling is greater than our comfort and the Gospel of life is too important to remain silent. God equips us to stand firm, speak boldly, and live with...

In Acts 4:23-31, the believers respond to threats with united, Scripture-rooted prayer that acknowledges God’s power, remembers Christ’s suffering, and asks boldly for strength, healing, and signs to glorify His name. In this message, Pastor Adam teaches six marks of bold prayer: it is real, relational, rooted, requests big things, reverent, and results in power. When the early church prayed this...

What does it look like to live life connected in Christ? In Acts 2 we see the early church devoting themselves to the Word, to each other, to God’s presence, to prayer, to generosity, to consistency, and to mission. This picture of biblical community is what God still calls us to today. We are reminded that following Jesus is better, together. True community means being intentional: studying Scrip...

Peter’s first sermon in Acts 2 shows us the power of the Holy Spirit and the clarity of the gospel. In Acts 2:14-41, Peter explains three things: What happened — the Spirit had come. How it happened — Jesus was raised from the dead and is alive. Why it happened — to save sinners. This message reminds us that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Repentance, faith, and baptism a...

The book of Acts begins with the promise of the Holy Spirit and the ascension of Jesus. In Acts 1:1–11, we see a powerful foundation for the mission of the church: A Great Assurance – the Holy Spirit empowers us A Clear Purpose – we are Christ’s witnesses A Working Strategy – personal, local, and global mission A Sure Promise – Jesus is coming again As followers of Christ, we are called to bear wi...

The Lord’s Supper is not simply a church tradition. It is a command from Jesus to remember His sacrifice, proclaim His death, and live in anticipation of His return. In 1 Corinthians 11:23–26, believers are called to take the bread and the cup as a public declaration of the gospel and a reminder of God’s saving work.

Sometimes life just doesn’t go the way you thought it would. You had plans. Expectations. But instead of things coming together, everything feels like it’s falling apart. In Psalm 13, David asks a question many of us have asked too: “How long, Lord?” In this message, Pastor Adam helps us sit honestly in that question, while pointing to the hope that comes when we choose to trust God, even when not...

Grace isn’t just a pardon—it’s pursuit. In Part 2 of our series, Pastor Adam walks us through the avenues, attitude, and actions of God’s grace. We discover how grace comes through His Word, prayer, the local church, and even suffering. We’re reminded that grace shapes us—producing humility, gratitude, and holy living.

Grace is not just a doctrine. It’s the defining heartbeat of our faith. In this message, Pastor Adam walks through four powerful dimensions of God’s grace: • Grace Saves Us – from spiritual death to life through Jesus (Ephesians 2:1–10) • Grace Sanctifies Us – shaping our character and calling us to holiness (Titus 2:11–14) • Grace Strengthens Us – empowering us to stand firm and serve (2 Timothy...

In this message from our From the Heart series, Pastor Milt unpacks the Apostle Paul's words in Philippians 1:12–18, showing how a gospel-centered perspective keeps us focused—even through adversity. Paul reveals how our mindset impacts how we face difficult circumstances, people, and emotions. Even in chains, his joy remained because his lens was fixed on Christ.

What matters most in life? In this message, Pastor Adam unpacks the life-changing truth found in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. In a world full of confusion and twisted definitions, clarity isn't just helpful… it's kindness. Paul reminds the church (and us) to be crystal clear on the most important thing: the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. Pastor Adam challenges us to...

In this message, Pastor Jeff shares from his heart about the importance of daily devotion to God's Word. It's not about guilt—it's about life. The Bible isn’t just something we read; it’s something that reads us. Through Scripture, God reveals the condition of our hearts, nourishes our souls, and invites us into deeper relationship with Him.

Pastor Daniel delivers a focused exploration of God’s Word, showing how it rescues us in our deepest need, sustains us through life’s challenges, and empowers us to grow in faith. You’ll gain insight into the path of true discipleship, learn why Scripture points us to Christ, and discover practical steps for building your life on unshakable truth.

Anger is something we all experience, but left unchecked, it can stir up conflict, damage relationships, and leave us spiritually vulnerable. In this message, Pastor Adam explores the nature, danger, and mastery of anger through the lens of Proverbs and other biblical wisdom. You’ll discover how godly anger differs from worldly anger, why patience and gentleness are key to spiritual growth, and ho...

What does it look like to honor God with your finances? In this message, Pastor Adam walks through Proverbs 3:9–10 to show that giving is not about wealth but about worship. When we trust God with our first and best, we experience freedom, purpose, and impact. This sermon challenges us to treasure Christ above all else and to embrace a life of generosity that reflects His heart.

What does it mean to train up a child in the way they should go? In this message, Pastor Adam unpacks Proverbs 22:6 with clarity, not as a promise of perfect parenting outcomes but as a call to faithful gospel-centered discipleship at home. Whether you are raising children or encouraging others who are, this sermon will remind you that wisdom is best learned in the home and that Jesus is the One w...

Wisdom isn’t just about knowing the right thing. It’s about heart-level change. In this message, Pastor Daniel walks through what Proverbs says about the heart being the control center of who we are—and why real, lasting change can only come through the gospel. The biggest problem we face isn’t around us. It’s within us. But through Jesus, we can experience a transformed heart that reshapes our th...

We all need direction, but real wisdom doesn’t come from trusting our own instincts. It comes from fully trusting God. In this message, Pastor Adam walks through Proverbs 3 to show how following Jesus with your whole heart leads to a life of purpose, peace, and clarity. Whether you're making big decisions or just trying to stay on the right path, the call is the same—stop leaning on your own under...

Mother’s Day isn’t about pressure to be perfect. It’s about finding strength in the One who is. In this message from Proverbs 31, Pastor Adam reminds us that real wisdom starts with knowing Jesus. Whether you're a mom or not, this isn’t a to-do list to measure up. It’s an invitation to let God work in and through your life. When we stop trying to do it all on our own and trust Him, that’s when tru...

In a world overflowing with information but starving for wisdom, this message from Proverbs 1:1–7 reminds us where true wisdom begins: the fear of the Lord. Pastor Adam explores what it means to fear God rightly, not with terror but with awe and trust, and how that kind of fear produces courage, clarity, and spiritual formation. From the printing press to the internet age, we’ve gained access to k...

Pastor Adam shares how everything changed at breakfast when the risen Jesus met Peter with grace instead of condemnation. After Peter’s denial, Jesus recreates the moment where their relationship first began, not to shame him, but to remind him of his true identity, deal with his failure, and call him back to his mission. Through this powerful encounter, we see that God does not give up on us when...

In John 20:11-31, we see how Jesus meets Mary in her grief, the disciples in their fear, and Thomas in his doubt—calling each by name, offering peace, and building belief. This message reminds us that the resurrection isn’t just a moment in history—it’s the power that moves us from tears to joy, fear to courage, doubt to assurance, and death to life. Jesus knows your name, your fear, your doubt, a...

Pastor Milt reflects on the suffering of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah 53, emphasizing how Christ was willingly crushed for our iniquities. He highlights the intentionality of God’s plan, the silence and submission of Jesus in the face of injustice, and the personal nature of the sacrifice. The message invites us to consider the weight of what Jesus endured and challenges us to respond with hum...