Boynton Beach Community Church (BBCC)

Peace that perseveres — what does Jesus actually want for you when life won't let up? In this sermon, guest pastor Rev. Dudley Hodges (BBCC's former pastor) digs into the kind of peace Jesus promises in the middle of trouble, anxiety, and seasons that just don't get easier on schedule. This isn't the calm that depends on everything going right. It's deeper than that. If you're searching for hope in hard times, real rest for an anxious mind, or a faith that holds up under pressure instead of folding, this message on biblical peace is for you. It's week one of our series ""What Does Jesus Want for You?"" — and it starts right here, with the peace that lasts.Boynton Beach Community Church is a Gospel-centered church in Boynton Beach, FL, and wherever you are with faith, you belong here. If this encouraged you, subscribe so you don't miss the rest of the series. And if you're local, come be with us in person — Sunday worship services are at 9:00am and 10:30am, with coffee and bagels before and after, so come as you are. Plan your visit and learn more at https://bbcc.church. Whether you landed here looking for a sermon on peace, a Christian church near you in South Florida, or just a place to start over, we'd love to meet you.

Psalm 13 sermon — ""How Long, Lord?"" A message about lament, waiting on God, and what to do when God feels silent or far away. If you've ever prayed and felt forgotten, asked God ""how long"" before something changes, or wondered whether He's still paying attention to your life, this one's for you. We walk through David's prayer in Psalm 13 — the four ""how long"" questions, the honest complaint, the cry for help, and the turn toward God's steadfast love (hesed). It's a sermon about grief, anxiety, unanswered prayer, the difference between lament and despair, and how the cross answers our deepest fear: that God has hidden His face for good. Preached on Communion Sunday over July 4 weekend, so there's also some honest talk about Christian hope, patriotism, and why our country can't be our savior. Good for anyone walking through a hard, drawn-out season and looking for a faith that doesn't make you fake being okay.If this helped you, subscribe so you don't miss what's next, and share it with somebody who needs it. We'd love to have you in person at Boynton Beach Community Church in Boynton Beach, FL — services are Sundays at 9:00am and 10:30am. Find directions, sermons, and ways to get connected at https://bbcc.church. Whether you're coming with joy, grief, or just a lot of questions, there's a place for you here.

Psalm 27 sermon on fear, anxiety, and trusting God when you're afraid. If fear has been loud lately — fear about a diagnosis, your marriage, your kids, money, your job, or a future you can't control — this message walks through one of the most honest prayers in the Bible. David doesn't pretend the danger isn't real. He's got enemies, armies, false witnesses, the whole thing. But his courage doesn't come from the threat disappearing. It comes from God being closer than the thing he's scared of. We dig into what it actually looks like to seek God's face before you obey your fear, why "the LORD is my light and my salvation" changes how you see everything, and how waiting on God is courage — not doing nothing. If you've ever laid awake at 2am while your brain ran every worst-case scenario, this one's for you.This is a Christian sermon on overcoming fear and anxiety through Scripture, biblical hope, and the gospel — how Jesus was forsaken so you'd be received, and why the resurrection turns waiting into expectation. Subscribe for weekly Bible teaching and verse-by-verse preaching, and if you're local, come worship with us in person. We'd love to have you. Boynton Beach Community Church meets Sundays at 9:00am and 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL. Find service info, directions, and more at https://bbcc.church. Fear doesn't get the final word here — God does.

You were never meant to be the one holding everything together. Psalm 46 was written by a family that watched their own world literally cave in, and somehow they became the people who taught everyone else how to sing.In this message, Pastor Samuel Sutter walks through Psalm 46, the ancient worship song behind Martin Luther's "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God," and shows why its most quoted line, "Be still and know that I am God," is not a call to relax but a call to surrender. If you are worn out from being the strong one, the fixer, the refuge everybody else runs to, this one is for you. We follow the story of the sons of Korah from collapse to worship, all the way to the cross, where Jesus walks straight into the thing we fear most and comes out the other side alive. You do not have to be unshakable. You are invited to run to the One who is.📖 Scripture in this message:Psalm 46 (main text)Numbers 16 and 26:11 (the sons of Korah)Exodus 14 (the Red Sea at daybreak)John 2:19 (Jesus as the true temple)Matthew 27:51 (the earth shakes at the cross)🙏 New here or looking for a church home in Boynton Beach? We would love to meet you. Join us Sundays at [9:00 AM and 10:30 AM], or watch online anytime. Learn more and plan a visit at www.bbcc.churchSubscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a message. If this helped you, share it with someone who needs to hear it this week.#Psalm46 #BeStillAndKnow #Sermon

What if being fully known by God is not something to fear, but the beginning of freedom? In this sermon from Psalm 139, we explore how God knows our thoughts, our hidden places, our stories, and our fears, and how Jesus makes it possible to be fully known without being condemned. If you have ever felt unseen, unknown, or afraid to be honest with God, this message is for you. Join us at 9:00am or 10:30am at https://bbcc.church.

Most of us have felt it—the ache that there has to be more to life than the daily routine. We look for it in adventure, romance, career, retreats, nostalgia, new experiences. We chase the mountaintop. In Mark 9, Peter, James, and John actually get one: Jesus transfigured before their eyes, his clothes brighter than anything on earth, Moses and Elijah standing beside him, the voice of the Father thundering from the cloud. Peter wants to stay there forever. This sermon is about what Peter saw, why Jesus wouldn't let him camp there, and where you and I can go today to see the glory our hearts are really looking for—spoiler: it's closer than you think, and it's in a book most of us leave on a shelf.This Sunday is Communion Sunday at BBCC. Come to the table where we remember that the glory of God was revealed most fully not on the bright mountain, but on the dark hill of the cross. Join us at 9:00am or 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL, with coffee and bagels before and after. More info at https://bbcconline.com.Subscribe for weekly sermons, and share this one with someone who's been chasing glory in all the wrong places.#Mark9 #Transfiguration #Communion #BoyntonBeachChurch

Why do some kids grow up godly and others grow up greedy—even when they're raised in the same home? Why do well-raised kids sometimes go off the rails, and poorly-raised kids sometimes turn out remarkable? In Mark 7, the Pharisees ask Jesus a ""good parent"" question about tradition and training, and Jesus gives a shocking answer: the problem isn't outside of us. It's inside. No tradition, no policy, no rulebook, no amount of sheltering can change a human heart. Only Jesus can. This sermon is about why the best parenting, teaching, and discipling in the world still isn't enough—and why that's actually the best news you could hear.This Sunday is Moving up week Sunday at BBCC, where we celebrate our students and the families, teachers, and leaders who have poured into them. Join us at 9:00am or 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL, with coffee and bagels before and after. More info at https://bbcconline.com.Subscribe for weekly sermons, and share this one with a parent, grandparent, or teacher who needs the reminder that only Jesus changes hearts.#Mark7 #GraduationSunday #GuardYourHeart #BoyntonBeachChurch

There's an entire industry in America dedicated to influencing powerful people. Lobbyists know the right time, the right gift, the right approach. So how do you approach the most powerful person in the universe? In Mark 7, a Gentile woman with a demon-possessed daughter does everything ""wrong""—wrong ethnicity, wrong gender, wrong timing, wrong credentials. Jesus calls her a dog. And her response becomes one of the most remarkable moments in the entire Gospel. This sermon is about how she got it when the disciples didn't, and what her humble, hopeful, unshakable faith teaches us about coming to Jesus with empty hands and a desperate heart.It's also Pentecost Sunday at BBCC—the day we celebrate the gospel going out to the nations, which is exactly where this story is pointing. Join us at 9:00am or 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL, with coffee and bagels before and after. More info at https://bbcconline.com.Subscribe for weekly sermons, and share this one with someone who needs to know they can come to Jesus just as they are.#Mark7 #Pentecost #HumbleFaith #BoyntonBeachChurch

How long should you wait for Jesus to win? Most of us treat Jesus like a struggling sports team—we stick around when things look hopeful, but we head for the parking lot when it seems the game is lost. This sermon walks through Mark 5, where Jairus has a dying daughter, Jesus stops to heal a bleeding woman instead, and by the time Jesus gets there, the girl is dead. It's a story about impossible delays, irrational timing, and a Savior who says ""Don't be afraid, just believe""—even when it looks like the game is over. If you've been praying for something that hasn't come, if you're tempted to give up on God's timing, this one's for you.Join us this Sunday at BBCC in Boynton Beach, FL—9:00am and 10:30am, with coffee and bagels before and after. More info at https://bbcconline.com.Subscribe for weekly sermons, and send this one to someone who's tired of waiting.#Mark5 #Jairus #DontLeaveTheStadium #BoyntonBeachChurch"

Ask any mom—storms don't wait for good timing. The fever hits at 2am. The phone call comes during dinner. The hard season arrives without warning. And moms are usually the ones holding the boat steady while everyone else panics. This Mother's Day sermon walks through Mark 4, where the disciples are sinking and Jesus is asleep, and asks a question every mother has probably whispered at some point: don't you care? It's a message about the quiet, gutsy faith it takes to trust Jesus in the middle of the waves—and how good moms have been modeling that kind of trust all along.To every mom, grandmother, stepmom, foster mom, and woman who has mothered someone who needed it—we see you. Thank you for being a shelter in so many storms.This Sunday at BBCC: If you're nearby, come as you are. We meet Sundays at 9:00am and 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL—coffee and bagels before and after. More info at https://bbcconline.com.Subscribe for weekly sermons, and share this one with a mom who needs the reminder that Jesus is bigger than the storm.#MothersDay #Mark4 #TrustInGod #ChristianSermons #BoyntonBeachChurch"

#Mark2 #EndOfReligion #Communion"Most people think rules are the key to a good relationship with God. Keep the list, check the boxes, stay on the right side of the line. But in Mark 2 and 3, Jesus walks into a cornfield, heals a man's hand on the Sabbath, and does something the religious leaders couldn't forgive: he claims to be the rest they'd been working so hard to earn. This sermon looks at why Pharisees and Herodians—two groups who hated each other—suddenly agreed Jesus had to go, and what it means that the gospel is offensive to both the moralist and the progressive. It's not "good people in, bad people out." It's "humble people in, proud people out." And that changes everything.This Sunday is a big one at BBCC. We're celebrating communion together and welcoming new brothers and sisters through the waters of baptism. If you've been thinking about what it means to rest in what Jesus has finished, this is a Sunday you don't want to miss. Come as you are—we meet at 9:00am and 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL, with coffee and bagels before and after. More info at https://bbcconline.com.Subscribe for weekly sermons, and share this one with someone who's tired of trying to earn it.#Mark2 #EndOfReligion #Communion #Baptism #BoyntonBeachChurch"

Psalm 144 sermon on finding hope after trauma, war, and unanswered prayer. A veteran's story of coming to faith after 40 years of atheism—and what happens when life doesn't line up with the promises you thought you understood. This message walks through David's prayer, the cross, and the resurrection to answer a question a lot of us quietly carry: if God is good, why does life still feel so layered? Honest teaching for veterans, doubters, long-time believers, and anyone stuck between the battle and the blessing.If this message hit you, subscribe for weekly sermons from BBCC. And if you're nearby—come visit us in person. We meet Sundays at 9:00am and 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL. Coffee and bagels before and after. Come as you are. More info at https://bbcconline.com.#Psalm144 #ChristianSermons #VeteransFaith #ResurrectionHope #BoyntonBeachChurch

We all have ambitions — but who are they really for? In Mark 10:35-45, James and John make a bold play for power in Jesus' kingdom. His answer flips everything upside down. Elder John Leavitt unpacks what Jesus says about ambition, the cost of following Him, and why service — not status — is the true measure of greatness. Join us at https://bbcc.church at 9:30 or 10AM this Sunday!

"Imagine you go to the doctor with a throbbing migraine. You just want the headache fixed. But the doctor runs some tests and says: your head isn't the problem. It's something deeper — something you never would have guessed. The doctor is either brilliant or foolish. Either way, they've told you something about yourself that you didn't know.That's exactly what happens in Mark 2. A paralyzed man is lowered through a roof by four friends, right at Jesus' feet. He wants one thing: to walk again. Every prayer, every hope, every longing he's ever had is tied to that request. And Jesus — with the full power to heal him on the spot — looks at him and says, ""Son, your sins are forgiven."" Not yet ""get up and walk."" First, ""you have a bigger problem than your legs.""In this message from Mark 2:1–12, we look at what Jesus reveals about us and about Himself in one of the most well-known stories in the Gospels. About us: our biggest problem is rarely what we think it is. About Him: the God who came with the authority to judge chose instead to forgive — and it would cost Him His life. They wanted a wish-granter. Jesus was offering something far deeper and far more dangerous: a Savior.If you've ever wondered why Jesus hasn't given you what you've been asking for — it might be because He's trying to give you something better.New here? We'd love to meet you in person on a Sunday morning at 9:00am or 10:30am. Find service times, directions, and more at www.bbcconline.com"

What if the Easter story doesn't end the way you think it does?In the Gospel of Mark — the earliest written account of Jesus' life — the resurrection narrative ends with three women running from an empty tomb in fear. No joyful reunion. No doubting Thomas. No beach breakfast with Peter. Just trembling, bewilderment, and silence. Most scholars believe Mark ended his Gospel right there — on purpose. It's such a jarring cliffhanger that Christians have been trying to fix it for two thousand years.But what if that ending is exactly what we need? What if Mark left a blank page at the end of the story because we're supposed to fill it ourselves?In this Easter message from Mark 16:1–8, we unpack why the most ""unfinished"" version of the resurrection might be the most relevant one for anyone sitting in church today still carrying fear, doubt, or unanswered questions. Easter faith isn't the absence of those things. Easter faith is fearfully following — obeying a risen Jesus who has already gone ahead of you into whatever comes next. The women trembled and ran. Peter denied and wept. And then they turned the world upside down. Not happily ever after — but something far better.New here? We'd love to meet you in person on a Sunday morning at 9:00am or 10:30am. Find service times, directions, and more at www.bbcconline.com

Imagine a friend breaks something valuable in your home. Someone has to pay. Either they cover the cost — or you absorb it. That's not just an economic principle. It's how forgiveness works at every level. And it's why God said: ""The only way I can forgive the sins of the human race is to suffer. Either you pay — or I will."In this Palm Sunday message from Mark 8:27–9:1, Peter calls Jesus the Messiah and then immediately tries to talk Him out of the cross. Jesus fires back with one of the harshest rebukes in the New Testament — and then redefines what it means to follow a King who came to die. We look at why suffering was the plan and not the backup plan, what Jesus means when He says ""lose your life to save it,"" and why every identity you've built on performance — your career, your family, your moral record — will never be enough to tell you who you are.He's not the king Peter wanted. He's the king the world needed.New here? We'd love to meet you in person on a Sunday morning at 9:00am or 10:30am. Find service times, directions, and more at www.bbcconline.com"

"Most stories build to the big reveal. Mark's Gospel gives it away in the first sentence: Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. That's not lazy storytelling — it's intentional. Because Mark doesn't want you guessing who Jesus is. He wants you wrestling with what you're going to do about it.In this message from Mark 1:1–12, we slow down and look at the details most of us skip over — the Jordan River, the camel-hair outfit, the mashup of Old Testament promises, and a baptism scene where heaven is literally torn open and the full Trinity is on display. Every detail is loaded. Every image would have sent a first-century Jewish audience out of their seats. The question is whether it moves us the same way — or whether we've gotten so used to the story that we've fallen back asleep.If you've ever felt like your faith has gone numb, like you know all the right answers but something's missing — Mark 1 is an alarm clock. God ripped a hole through heaven to get to you. This message asks the uncomfortable question: are you awake?New here? We'd love to meet you in person on a Sunday morning at 9:00am or 10:30am. Find service times, directions, and more at www.bbcconline.com"

What's the best thing for kids? Jesus answers that directly in Mark 9 and Mark 10 — and it's not what the disciples expected. In this sermon from our Mark My Words series, we walk through three truths every parent, grandparent, and kids ministry volunteer needs to hear: welcoming a child means welcoming Jesus himself, causing a child to stumble puts you in serious danger, and the kingdom of God belongs to those who come like little ones. If you care about raising kids in the faith, pointing families to the gospel, or just figuring out what childlike faith actually looks like — this one's for you.Subscribe to our channel so you don't miss the rest of the Mark My Words series. And if you're in the Boynton Beach, FL area, we'd love to see you in person — join us Sundays at 9:00am or 10:30am at Boynton Beach Community Church. More info at https://bbcconline.com

"What if the first thing Jesus ever said publicly wasn't ""I love you"" — but ""turn around""?In Mark 1:15, Jesus walks into Galilee right after John the Baptist is arrested and delivers the most audacious opening line in history: ""The time has come. The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news."" In this first message of our new series ""Mark My Words,"" we break down why the order of that sentence changes everything, what the Greek word for repentance actually means, and why some of us have been building our faith on a clock that's been wrong for years.Whether you've never turned toward Jesus or you turned once and slowly drifted — this one's for you.New here? We'd love to meet you in person on a Sunday morning at 9:00am or 10:30am. Find service times, directions, and more at www.bbcconline.com"

Why do relationships feel so exhausting? Idolatry, broken cisterns, and what Jeremiah 2:13 reveals about the real reason your community feels heavy. In this sermon from our Community Series at Boynton Beach Community Church, we dig into what happens when you ask people to carry your security, identity, and approval — a role that was never theirs to fill. From Jeremiah's broken cisterns to the woman at the well in John 4, Jesus makes it clear: He's the fountain of living water, and He doesn't run dry. If you've been soul-tired from digging into relationships and still coming up empty, this message is for you.People were never meant to be your fountain. They were meant to be your companion at the fountain. Through Hebrews 13:5, Romans 8:1, and 1 Corinthians 7, we look at how letting God hold what only He can hold actually frees you to love people better — not less. Subscribe to this channel so you don't miss the rest of this series, and if you're in the Boynton Beach, FL area, we'd love to see you in person. Join us Sundays at 9:00am or 10:30am — more info at https://bbcconline.com.#BrokenCisterns #IdentityInChrist #ChurchSermon #Jeremiah2 #BoyntonBeachCommunityChurch

We all know what it's like to carry a grudge. Someone hurts you, the wall goes up, and you call it "protecting your peace." But what if the thing you're calling wisdom is actually the thing keeping you lonely? In this message from Colossians 3:12-13, we look at what the apostle Paul says about forgiveness inside real community — not the polished, conflict-free kind, but the messy, honest, stay-in-the-room kind. The kind where wounds are expected, debts get canceled, and truth is wrapped in love. If you've been holding onto a name — the person you've already written off in your heart — this one might be for you. Three things we walk through: Why conflict in community isn't a sign something's broken What it actually costs to cancel someone's debt — and why Jesus paid yours first How to hold truth and grace in the same handNew here? We'd love to meet you in person on a Sunday morning at 9:00am or 10:30am. Find service times, directions, and more at www.bbcconline.com

Conflict in relationships, loneliness, and the struggle to build real community — why does every close relationship eventually become an arm wrestle? This sermon unpacks James 4:1-2 and Philippians 2:3-8 to expose the real root of relational conflict: the "me" problem we all carry. Discover why trying harder doesn't work, and how Jesus' radical self-emptying is the only thing that can cure what's broken inside us.Whether it's your marriage, your friendships, your small group, or your family — if you've ever wondered why it's so hard to stay connected, this message is for you. Learn the one question to ask before every conflict and why the gospel offers real hope for the loneliness epidemic. Subscribe for more biblical teaching and join us Sundays at 9:00am or 10:30am in Boynton Beach, FL. Visit https://bbcconline.com for more info.#relationships #communitymatters #philippians2 #james4 #churchsermon

"Amazon Prime has discipled us more than Sunday school ever did."We swipe, scroll, ghost, and keep our options open — with friends, with church, even with God. We're the most connected generation in history and the most lonely. Something's broken.The Bible has an ancient word for the fix: covenant. In this message we explore the difference between consumer relationships and covenant relationships — and why God's radical, no-fine-print love changes how we stay, commit, and show up for each other.📖 Scriptures: Ephesians 5:21 · Proverbs 18:24 · Genesis 15🎯 Series: The Fine Print — Covenant vs. Consumerism🔑 Key Topics: loneliness epidemic, covenant vs contract, consumer culture and faith, biblical community, church membership, marriage, friendship, commitment, ghosting culture, identity in Christ, what is covenant in the Bible#TheFInePrint #CovenantVsConsumerism #Loneliness #ChurchSermon #Ephesians5 #Proverbs18 #BiblicalCovenant #CovenantRelationships #ConsumerCulture #ChristianLiving

ou can start well and still drift. The race isn't won by speed—it's won by focus. And the focus isn't on your performance. It's on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. He's not just waiting at the finish line—He ran the race for us.In this communion Sunday message, Pastor Sam Sutter walks through Hebrews 12:1-2 and 1 Corinthians 10:31, inviting us to stop, look up, and remember who we're running toward.Welcome to Boynton Beach Community Church! We're a community in West Boynton Beach helping people make a difference through Jesus. Whether you're exploring faith or growing deeper, you belong here.New here? Visit https://bbcconline.comJoin us Sundays at 9:00am or 10:30amSubscribe for weekly sermons!#TheRace #ChurchOnline #PastorSamSutter #BoyntonBeachCommunityChurch #BBCC #Hebrews12 #Communion #EyesOnJesus #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth

Samson didn't wreck his life in one moment—he walked 56,250 steps in the wrong direction. Bad habits don't feel like much at first, but they accumulate. Hebrews tells us to throw off everything that hinders. So what's the one thing slowing you down that you need to drop?Pastor Sam Sutter unpacks Hebrews 12:1, Judges 16:1, and Proverbs 4:14-15 in this powerful message about breaking free from what's weighing you down.Welcome to Boynton Beach Community Church! We're a community in West Boynton Beach helping people make a difference through Jesus. Whether you're exploring faith or growing deeper, you belong here.New here? Visit https://bbcconline.comJoin us Sundays at 9:00am or 10:30amSubscribe for weekly sermons!#TheRace #ChurchOnline #PastorSamSutter #BoyntonBeachCommunityChurch #BBCC #Samson #BreakingHabits #Hebrews12 #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth

Daniel didn't become a man of faith overnight—he had a rhythm. Three times a day, he prayed, just as he had done before. Runners train before the race matters. So what's the one habit you need to start? Not twelve. Just one. Based on who God is calling you to become, what's your first stride?Pastor Sam Sutter walks us through Daniel 6:10 and challenges us to stop overthinking and start moving.Welcome to Boynton Beach Community Church! We're a community in West Boynton Beach helping people make a difference through Jesus. Whether you're exploring faith or growing deeper, you belong here.New here? Visit https://bbcconline.comJoin us Sundays at 9:00am or 10:30amSubscribe for weekly sermons!#TheRace #ChurchOnline #PastorSamSutter #BoyntonBeachCommunityChurch #BBCC #Daniel #FaithHabits #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth

Why do we keep losing a race we actually want to win? 92% of New Year's resolutions fail by Valentine's Day—and it's not because we're lazy. It's because we're lost.In this first message of our "Run the Race" series, we dig into Romans 7-8 and Hebrews 12 to uncover the real reason our goals, habits, and resolutions keep falling apart. The answer isn't a better system. It's a person. And it starts with one question: Who's running?📖 Key Scriptures: Romans 7:15-25, Romans 8:1-15, Hebrews 12:1-2, Galatians 6:9, Daniel 6

LIVE from Boynton Beach Community Church — Join us for worship and communion as we kick off the new year with a fresh perspective on reflection, grace, and the only resolution that actually works.Spotify Wrapped knows your top artist. Apple Photos curated your highlight reel. But none of it tells you what God was doing in your year. In this message from Psalm 116, we explore what real reflection looks like—not a recap, but a reckoning. Not a list of wins, but an honest look at who carried you through.What you'll discover:→ Why highlight reels aren't the same as reflection→ The Hebrew word for "unwary" and what it reveals about God's protection→ How to preach to yourself before your fears preach to you→ The surprising answer to "What shall I return to the LORD?"→ Why the one resolution you can keep isn't about trying harder—it's about staying thirstyThis message is for you if:You're tired of guilt-driven resolutions. You made it through last year but you're not sure how. You want to enter the new year grounded in grace instead of grinding for approval.📍 Visit us in person:Boynton Beach Community Church9515 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL 33472Sunday at 10AMhttps://bbcconline.com📧 Contact us: [email protected] | 561.733.9400🙏 Give online: https://bbcconline.com/give

The decorations are coming down. The busyness is fading. Now what?Join us for this post-Christmas, pre-New Year message from Pastor Dudley Hodges as we ask the question everyone's thinking: Where do we go from here?Christmas reminded us that God showed up. But what do we do with that as we step into a new year? How do we carry what we've experienced into what's ahead?Whether you're feeling hopeful, exhausted, or somewhere in between—this message is for you.Welcome to Boynton Beach Community Church. Wherever you are, you belong here.🌐 Visit us: www.bbcconline.com📍 Located in Boynton Beach, Florida#NewYear #PostChristmas #WhereDoWeGoFromHere #BoyntonBeachCommunityChurch #SundayService #ChurchOnline #NewYear2026 #BoyntonBeach #FloridaChurch

What do you do when God asks something of you and you're not ready? Mary wasn't ready either. She had questions, doubts, and every reason to say no. But she said yes anyway — before the clarity came.This Advent sermon from Luke 1 explores the difference between doubt that's a wall and doubt that's a door, and why faith doesn't require certainty. Just trust. Whether you've followed Jesus for years or you're just checking this out for the first time, there's something here for you.Join us this Christmas season at BBCC for carols, a special kids choir performance, and a community gathering around the real meaning of Advent. All are welcome — bring your questions, your doubts, and your whole complicated mess. We'd love to see you.

What do you do when life doesn't come with a five-year plan? When you're waiting for answers that aren't coming? When you're spiraling — and calling it "being responsible"?In this message, we dive into the story of Joseph in Matthew 1 — a man who received an impossible calling with almost no details. No roadmap. No guarantees. Just a next step. And he took it.If you've been white-knuckling your way through uncertainty, trying to control what you were never meant to carry — this sermon is for you.📖 Scriptures Referenced:• Matthew 1:18-24• Proverbs 3:5-6• Isaiah 41:10💡 Key Takeaways:• Anxiety often disguises itself as responsibility• God doesn't give us the full picture — He gives us the next step• Joy isn't the absence of questions — it's the presence of trust🔥 Three Action Steps from This Message:Name the spin — identify where you've been playing GodTake the next step — stop waiting for certaintyPreach the gospel to yourself daily — truth before the lies start whispering

Is your lack of peace costing you sleep, money, and relationships? We often try to pay the "invoice" of anxiety with distraction, spending, or stress—but the bill never goes away.In this special Christmas season service (featuring candles and communion), we discover that you can’t have the peace of God until you have peace with God. Join us as we trace the story of Shalom from the garden in Genesis to the manger in Luke, and find out how the invoice for your peace has already been paid in full.Key Scriptures: Genesis 3:8–13, Luke 2:8–14, 1 John 3:5–8

On this First Sunday of Advent, Elder John Leavitt delivers a message titled "Hope in Suffering - The Provocative Message of Psalm 73."Psalm 73 is one of the most honest and shocking chapters in the Bible. It asks the question many believers are afraid to voice: If God is good, why do the wicked prosper? In this sermon, we explore Asaph’s near-loss of faith and the provocative truth that brings him back from the brink.Join us as we light the Candle of Hope and discover that even in our deepest questioning, God remains our strength and our portion.Scripture: Psalm 73 Speaker: Elder John Leavitt Series: Advent 2025

On this Christ the King Sunday, we explore what it truly means for Jesus to be in control. Rev. Al Barth takes us through the powerful encounter in John 4 between Jesus and the Samaritan woman. In a world that often feels chaotic, seeing Christ as King offers us a profound hope that anchors the soul.Join us as we discover how the sovereignty of Jesus transforms our brokenness into a testimony of grace.Scripture: John 4:1-42 Speaker: Rev. Al Barth Series: Christ the King Sunday

What if the frustration, anger, insecurity, and lack of confidence you're experiencing aren't separate problems—but symptoms of one deeper issue: unresolved guilt? In this life-changing message, we discover how guilt operates like a spiritual debt that weighs us down and damages our relationships with God and others.Many of us have reduced confession to a quick "my bad" that enables destructive patterns rather than breaking them. But biblical confession is radically different—it's not just about words, it's about change. Key Scripture: 1 John 1:9, Matthew 5:23-24, Numbers 5:6-7, Luke 19:8In This Message:• Why guilt affects everything from your confidence to your relationships• The difference between fake confession and biblical confession• Why saying "I'm sorry" to God isn't enough when you've wronged someone else• How authentic confession breaks the cycle of guilt and restores joy• Practical steps to make things right with those you've wrongedThis is Part 2 of our "Who Stole Your Joy?" series. Don't let unresolved guilt continue to block your spiritual heart. Take the courageous step toward freedom through authentic confession and restoration.Visit us: https://bbcconline.comService Times: Sundays at 9:00am & 10:30amLocation: 9515 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL 33472If you need someone to talk to about taking steps toward reconciliation and restoration, our pastoral care team is here to help.#ChristianSermon #Confession #Guilt #SpiritualFreedom #BoyntonBeachChurch #BiblicalTeaching #Restoration #ChristianFaith #JoyInChrist

Behind every outburst, every cold shoulder, every bitter thought is a simple reality: you didn't get what you were convinced you deserved. Someone owes you. And that unpaid debt is destroying your joy, your relationships, and your spiritual health.In this powerful message, we discover that anger—like guilt—is fundamentally about debt. But unlike guilt (where "I owe"), anger says "I am owed." The tragedy is that many of us spend our lives waiting for debts to be paid that cannot be paid, transforming from people who are angry into angry people.Through Paul's radical command in Ephesians 4:31-32, we learn that forgiveness isn't just a feeling—it's a decisive action that mirrors how God forgave us in Christ. This message provides a practical, four-step process for forgiving those who have wronged you and experiencing the freedom that comes from canceling debts that can never be repaid.Key Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 18In This Message:• Why anger is really about unpaid debts• How victims become prisoners of their own bitterness• Why forgiveness is a decision, not a feeling• A practical 4-step process for forgiving anyone• How to handle recurring memories of past hurts• The connection between God's forgiveness of you and your forgiveness of othersThis is Part 3 of our "Who Stole Your Joy?" series. If anger has been stealing your peace, damaging your relationships, and blocking your heart from experiencing God's best—this message offers a path to freedom.Visit us: https://bbcconline.comService Times: Sundays at 9:00am & 10:30amLocation: 9515 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL 33472Don't let unresolved anger continue to poison your life. Take the courageous step toward freedom through biblical forgiveness.#ChristianSermon #Forgiveness #Anger #SpiritualFreedom #BoyntonBeachChurch #BiblicalTeaching #EmotionalHealing #ChristianFaith #JoyInChrist #Ephesians

What if the frustration, anger, insecurity, and lack of confidence you're experiencing aren't separate problems—but symptoms of one deeper issue: unresolved guilt? In this life-changing message, we discover how guilt operates like a spiritual debt that weighs us down and damages our relationships with God and others.Many of us have reduced confession to a quick "my bad" that enables destructive patterns rather than breaking them. But biblical confession is radically different—it's not just about words, it's about change. Key Scripture: 1 John 1:9, Matthew 5:23-24, Numbers 5:6-7, Luke 19:8In This Message:• Why guilt affects everything from your confidence to your relationships• The difference between fake confession and biblical confession• Why saying "I'm sorry" to God isn't enough when you've wronged someone else• How authentic confession breaks the cycle of guilt and restores joy• Practical steps to make things right with those you've wrongedThis is Part 2 of our "Who Stole Your Joy?" series. Don't let unresolved guilt continue to block your spiritual heart. Take the courageous step toward freedom through authentic confession and restoration.Visit us: https://bbcconline.comService Times: Sundays at 9:00am & 10:30amLocation: 9515 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL 33472If you need someone to talk to about taking steps toward reconciliation and restoration, our pastoral care team is here to help.#ChristianSermon #Confession #Guilt #SpiritualFreedom #BoyntonBeachChurch #BiblicalTeaching #Restoration #ChristianFaith #JoyInChrist

What if the joy, peace, and gratitude you were designed to display have been stolen—not from the outside, but from within? In this powerful message, we explore Jesus's revolutionary teaching in Matthew 15 about the real source of our struggles. It's not about behavior management or following more rules—it's about surrendering our hearts to the only One who can restore what's been taken.Using the imagery of a museum heist, we examine how we can look secure on the outside while the treasure inside—the fruit of the Spirit—has been stolen. Jesus exposes the Pharisees' obsession with external religion while their hearts were far from God, and He challenges us to stop building our own security systems and instead allow Him to do the deep work of heart transformation.Key Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20, John 10:10, Galatians 5:22-23In This Message:• Why behavior modification never leads to lasting change• The symptoms that reveal your joy has been stolen• How to identify the real heart issues behind your struggles• The difference between religious performance and heart surrenderThis is Part 1 of our "Who Stole Your Joy?" series. Join us next week as we tackle one of the biggest joy-stealers: Guilt.Visit us: https://bbcconline.comService Times: Sundays at 9:00am & 10:30amLocation: 9515 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL 33472#ChristianSermon #JoyInChrist #HeartTransformation #BoyntonBeachChurch #Matthew15 #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianFaith

What if your small, everyday choices were literally changing the course of history? In the final chapter of Ruth, we discover how God used ordinary people's faithfulness to write a story that led to Jesus himself.In this sermon, we explore:• Why the guy who protected his legacy got forgotten, while Boaz is remembered forever• How Ruth—a poor Moabite widow—became King David's great-grandmother• What it means that your faithfulness matters more than you think• How to make a lasting impact in a culture obsessed with short-term winsRuth and Boaz had no idea their choices would lead to the Messiah. They just did the next right thing. And God used their short-term obedience to create long-term, eternal impact.If you're tired of chasing temporary wins and want your life to count for something that lasts, this message is for you.📖 Scripture: Ruth 4:11-22⛪ Series: Ruth - When Life is Hard🎯 Main Idea: Long-term change comes through short-term character

Are you paralyzed by options? Drowning in choices but doing nothing? You're not alone.So many of us don't act—we don't obey God, we don't step into our callings—because we're overwhelmed by endless options. We call it "waiting on God" when really we're just stuck. We're not lacking direction. We're drowning in it.In this message from Ruth 4:1-12, we discover a life-changing truth: Knowing God is better than knowing what to do.In this sermon, you'll discover:• Why "praying about it" is sometimes just Christian-speak for "I'm scared"• How Boaz navigated an impossible decision with courage and faith• The hidden theme in Ruth that changes everything about suffering and uncertainty• Why you don't need more information—you need more of God• Practical steps to stop overthinking and start moving forward in faith• How to trust God with your next step when you can't see the whole staircaseThe problem isn't that you don't know what to do. The problem is you want to know the outcome before you obey.You want God to show you the entire map before you take the first step. You want Him to guarantee success before you risk anything. But that's not how faith works.Faith doesn't wait for perfect clarity. Faith moves forward even when—especially when—you're uncertain.Join us as we explore how God was working behind the scenes in Ruth's story, weaving together "coincidences" and human choices to bring about redemption. And discover how the same God is working in your story today—even when you can't see it.This message is for you if:✓ You're stuck between endless options and can't decide what to do✓ You're waiting for "perfect clarity" before you move✓ You feel disconnected because you haven't taken the first step✓ You're terrified of making the wrong choice✓ You're spiritualizing your fear instead of trusting God✓ You need encouragement to do the next right thing in front of youKey Takeaway: You don't need to see how it all works out. You just need to know the One who's working it out.Stop waiting for perfect clarity. Stop collecting more opinions. Stop spiritualizing your fear. Just do the next right thing in front of you—and trust that God is working behind the scenes.

In a world of overwhelming chaos—wars, economic uncertainty, and moral upheaval—how does God move when we're numb and shocked into silence? Join us in this powerful sermon from Ruth 3:1-18, part of our "Growing in Covenant Community" series. Discover how biblical love isn't about Hollywood romance or self-protection; it's about securing others amid the mess, just like in the chaotic days of Judges. We'll unpack four key propositions showing God's quiet providence awakening hearts, empowering the vulnerable, honoring integrity, and providing tangible hope—all pointing to Jesus' sacrificial love on the cross.

What you do when you lose says everything about you. In this powerful sermon from the Book of Ruth, discover how to respond when life doesn't go your way without falling into self-pity, bitterness, or revenge.• Instead of self-pity, choose service• Instead of bitterness, remain faithful• Instead of broken shelters, run to GodWhether you're facing disappointment, injustice, or unexpected loss, Ruth's story shows us a better way to handle life's storms. Learn how to keep serving others, stay obedient to God even when it's hard, and find true refuge under God's wings.This message connects Ruth's ancient wisdom to our modern struggles and points us to the ultimate answer found in Jesus Christ.Perfect for: Anyone dealing with disappointment, unfairness, or wondering how to respond when life doesn't go as planned‍

God often moves most powerfully when life feels most bitter. In Ruth 1:20–2:3, Naomi says, “Call me Mara” (“bitter”) and “I came back empty”—while Ruth stands right beside her. Then Scripture quietly notes, “as it turned out…” and everything changes. In this sermon, we explore how God’s providence shows up in ordinary steps, unexpected timing, and even in our pain.What you’ll learn:Ruth 1:20–2:3 explained: Naomi’s lament, Ruth’s ordinary obedience, and “as it turned out…”How God’s sovereignty works through everyday choices (gleaning, timing, relationships)Why lament is faith in a minor key—not unbeliefPractical ways to spot “as it turned out” moments in your week.

Ever feel like a crisis is the only thing that gets your attention as a parent? In this message, we explore how pain functions as "God's megaphone" in our lives - waking us up spiritually when comfort leaves us coasting. But what happens AFTER we've lamented? What's the next step when grief threatens to paralyze us?Through the story of Ruth and Naomi, we discover that God doesn't respond to our pain with explanations - He responds with presence. And that presence often comes wrapped in people who choose to stay when leaving would be easier.Scripture: Ruth 1:14-17Key Points:• How crisis forces us to pay attention (personally and spiritually)• Why God wraps His promises in people, not just words• The difference between affection and allegiance• How to find hope when lament leaves you paralyzedWhether you're walking through national grief, personal diagnosis, family conflict, or just feeling spiritually numb, this message offers a path forward that's both biblical and deeply practical.#Ruth #Lament #Grief #Hope #ChristianLiving #Sermon #BibleStudy #Faith #Community #God'sLove

Have you ever felt the pressure to be happy at church, even when your heart is breaking? In a Christian culture that often values smiles over sorrow, what do we do with our real feelings of grief, anger, and pain?In this message, we explore the powerful and often-forgotten spiritual practice of lament. Using his own awkward experiences with trying to "fix" sadness, our pastor dives into the raw story of Naomi in the book of Ruth, the honest cries in the Psalms, and the ultimate lament of Jesus on the cross. You'll discover that God isn't asking you to be happy; He's inviting you to be honest.This sermon is for anyone who is tired of pretending, for those who feel distant from God in their suffering, and for anyone who has ever wondered if their sadness is a sign of a weak faith. Learn how your sorrow might be the most honest—and powerful—prayer you've ever prayed.

In a disposable world that makes it easy to quit, what does it mean to have a love that stays?This sermon dives deep into the Book of Ruth to uncover one of the most important concepts in the Bible: hesed, or loyal love. We explore the moment when Naomi, bitter from loss, offers her daughters-in-law an exit strategy. While one takes it, Ruth makes a radical choice to cling to her, providing a powerful picture of God's hidden providence.Join us as we discover how God often moves not through loud miracles, but through the quiet, stubborn, loyal love of people who refuse to leave. This message connects Ruth's radical commitment to the ultimate hesed of Jesus Christ, who refused His exit on the cross to become our entrance into grace.In this message, you will discover:How God provides hope when you feel bitter and abandoned.The powerful difference between "contract" love and "covenant" love.Why your awkward presence in someone's pain is more powerful than you think.How to draw strength from the Gospel to love others without an exit strategy.This is a message for anyone who has ever felt alone, for anyone who has struggled to love when it's hard, and for anyone who needs to be reminded that God's love has no exit.

Struggling with a messy chapter of life? In this message from Ruth 1, we see how God meets us in the middle of loss, bitterness, and uncertainty—and begins writing a new chapter. Don’t check out when it gets hard; hang on, because God is still at work.What you’ll learn:The Tragedy: When life falls apart (Ruth 1:1–5, NIV)The Bitterness: How suffering exposes our idols (Ruth 1:20–21, NIV)The Turning: God moves in the mess (Ruth 1:6–7, NIV)Practical steps to take when you’re in “Moab”How Jesus, the Bread of Life, meets us in our emptinessNew here? Say “hello” in the chat and tell us where you’re joining from.Subscribe for more messages in our series: Broken Love, Perfect God.#Ruth #Ruth1 #BibleStudy #Sermon #ChristianSermon #FaithInHardTimes #WhenLifeIsMessy #GodIsFaithful #HopeInSuffering #NaomiAndRuth #Don’tCheckOutruth 1 sermon, book of ruth sermon, naomi and ruth, bitterness to blessing, god in hard times, faith in suffering, christian encouragement, bible teaching, ruth sermon niv, ruth bible study, ruth series, when life is messy, god is still at work, moab in the bible, bethlehem house of bread, jesus bread of life, suffering and hope, christian live stream, sunday sermon live

How do you follow Jesus in a world full of distractions, false promises, and idols vying for your heart? In this message from 1 John 5:18–21, Pastor Sam uses the vivid imagery of Pilgrim’s Progress’ “Vanity Fair” to show how believers can walk in freedom.Discover three powerful truths that will keep you moving toward the Celestial City:You are protected — Jesus guards you from sin’s grip.You are positioned — You belong to God, not this world.You are enlightened — You can spot the counterfeits because you know the truth.Whether you’re feeling weighed down by life’s “market stalls” or just want to refocus your faith, this message will remind you of who you are in Christ — and how to keep your eyes on Him.

Struggling to pray for someone who keeps making bad choices? Whether it’s your rebellious teen, wayward spouse, or that friend who never seems to “get it,” this message from 1 John 5:14-17 will transform how you pray for the messy people you love. PLUS: A special prayer for kids starting school—because only God can protect what we can’t control!In this sermon, you’ll learn:✅ The difference between “sin that leads to death” and everyday struggles✅ How to pray with bold confidence—not wishful thinking✅ Why your prayers matter more than your advice✅ What to do when you feel powerless to change someone📖 Key Verses: 1 John 5:14-17, Romans 8:26, Ephesians 6:18

Ever feel like life’s promises—even God’s promises—are just too good to be true? In this week’s message, we dive into 1 John 5:4–13 and discover how God gives us real evidence for our faith. “God’s Witness Grows Confidence”—that’s our big idea, and we’ll explore how the Spirit, water, and blood are God’s proof that His promises can be trusted, even in your hardest moments.In this service:Uplifting worship and community prayerA special time of Communion — remembering Jesus’ sacrifice and celebrating the confidence we have in HimAn encouraging update from CROS Ministries about how your generosity is making a difference in our community. Hear the latest report on food distribution and the lives being impacted right here in our area.Whether you’re wrestling with doubts, longing for hope, or just need to be reminded that God’s love is real and proven, this message is for you.🙏 Join us for worship, a powerful message, Communion, and a celebration of serving our neighbors!Like, subscribe, and share to stay connected and help us spread encouragement!#Faith #Sermon #Communion #CROSMinistries #FoodDistribution