Calvary Baptist Church

How old is the earth? And perhaps more importantly, what does Genesis 1 actually teach us about creation, time, and the God who made it all?In “Age of the Earth,” Ricky Smith walks through Genesis 1 and related passages to consider what Scripture says about the days of creation, the beginning of time, and the significance of God’s design. While questions about the age of the earth can create strong convictions and disagreements, Scripture calls us to approach these questions carefully, faithfully, and graciously.This message also points us beyond the debate. Genesis reminds us that God created with purpose and established a rhythm of work and rest. The Sabbath was not an afterthought—it was woven into creation itself. You were built for rhythm, not for constant motion. You were built for a day that stops, not a life that never does.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

What gives every human life value and dignity? Genesis 1:26–31 gives us the answer: we are made in the image of God.In this message, Ricky Smith explores what it means to be created intentionally by God, to carry His likeness, to live on mission, and to recognize the God-given value of every person. Your worth is not something you earn through success, productivity, appearance, or approval. It is a gift from God because He made you in His image.Being made in God's image also gives us a mission. Wherever we live, work, learn, and play, we are called to represent our Creator and reflect His character to the world.Genesis reminds us that God looked at His creation and called it “very good.” That truth changes how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we live in relationship with the people around us.You were made on purpose, in the image of God, and for a purpose.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

God did not create the world randomly or without purpose. In Genesis 1:14–19, we see God ordering creation, establishing rhythms and seasons, and pointing us toward the greater rest and joy found in Christ.In this message, Pastor Ricky Smith explores how God orders His creation, ordains our celebration, and offers us rest in Christ. The rhythms God built into creation remind us that we were not designed for endless striving. Our lives have purpose, our time belongs to God, and true rest is ultimately found in Jesus.Genesis points beyond creation itself to the work God continues to do in the hearts of His people. Just as God commanded light to shine out of darkness, He shines the light of the knowledge of His glory into our hearts through Jesus Christ.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Is your life random, or is there purpose behind it all? In Genesis 1:3–25, we see God bringing light, order, life, and beauty into creation. The world we live in was not formed by accident—it was created and ordered by a sovereign God.In this message, Ricky Smith walks through the creation account and reminds us that the world you live in is not random, the work you do is not random, and your worth was never tied to your work. Your identity and purpose ultimately come from the God who created you.Whether you're wrestling with questions about purpose, identity, work, or the meaning of life, Genesis points us back to the Creator who is in control and who brings new life through Jesus Christ.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

What if your life is not an accident? In the opening message of the Genesis series, Pastor Ricky Smith walks through Genesis 1:1–2 and reveals the God who existed before everything, created all things from nothing, and brings order to chaos by His Spirit. This sermon reminds us that you are not a cosmic accident—you were made on purpose, by a Person, for a purpose.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

In this final message of the Psalms of Summer series, Alan Smith walks through Psalm 150 and calls us to a life of wholehearted praise. Worship is not passive observation—it is active engagement. We are called to worship God everywhere, with everything, because He is worthy regardless of our circumstances.Psalm 150 reminds us that every breath is a gift from God and an opportunity to praise Him. If God gave you breath, use it for the purpose for which it was given: to praise the Lord!Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Rejected Cornerstone,” a powerful sermon from Psalm 118 that points directly to Jesus Christ. Pastor Ricky Smith explores how God's greatest work often comes through what the world rejects, revealing Christ as the Cornerstone of our salvation. This message reminds us that God’s steadfast love sustains us in trouble, His salvation comes through the rejected Savior, and King Jesus alone deserves our praise and surrender.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Most Quoted Psalm,” a Christ-centered sermon from Psalm 110. Pastor Ricky Smith unpacks one of the most quoted Old Testament passages in the New Testament, revealing Jesus as our Lord, our King, and our eternal High Priest. This message challenges us to move beyond admiring Jesus to fully surrendering every area of life to His authority and reign.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Bless the Lord,” a worship-filled sermon from Psalm 103. Pastor Ricky Smith reminds us to preach the gospel to our own hearts by remembering God's forgiveness, resting in His unchanging character, and living in light of His everlasting mercy. This message calls believers to worship God not only on Sundays, but with every part of their lives.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Worship with Joy,” an uplifting sermon from Psalm 100. Pastor Ricky Smith explores why joyful worship is the natural response of those who know God, belong to Him, and remember His goodness. This message reminds us that because of Christ’s finished work, our lives should overflow with gratitude, praise, and joyful worship.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Dwelling in the Shadow,” a comforting message from Psalm 91 by Jonathan Norton. This sermon reminds us that our greatest security is found not in our circumstances, but in the presence of God. Discover how God's character, promises, and faithfulness provide refuge, protection, and peace for those who make Him their dwelling place.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Tell Them the Story of Jesus,” a compelling sermon from Psalm 78 that calls every generation to faithfully pass on the greatness of God. Pastor Ricky Smith explores Israel’s history of God’s faithfulness, humanity’s tendency to forget, and the mercy of King Jesus. This message challenges believers to tell the next generation the story of God’s grace so they will set their hope in Him.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Have Mercy,” a powerful sermon from Psalm 51 that explores the beauty of true repentance and the transforming grace of God. Pastor Ricky Smith walks through David’s prayer of confession, showing that forgiveness is not found in self-effort but in God’s abundant mercy. This message reminds us that God restores broken sinners, renews weary hearts, and uses redeemed lives to bring hope to others.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Safe Place,” a powerful and reassuring sermon from Psalm 46. Pastor Ricky Smith reminds us that when life feels unstable and the world around us is shaking, God remains our refuge, strength, and security. This message points believers to the unchanging presence of God and the confidence we can have in His sovereign rule over every circumstance.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Hope for the Thirsty,” a deeply encouraging sermon from Psalm 42. Pastor Ricky Smithexplores the reality of spiritual dryness, discouragement, and longing for God, reminding us that real faith does not run from the dark—it brings God into the dark. This message teaches believers how to bring their thirst to God, preach hope to their own souls, and trust the Lord even while they wait for His help.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “Meekness Is NOT Weakness,” a timely and encouraging sermon from Psalm 37:1–11. Pastor Ricky Smith reminds us that in a world filled with comparison, envy, and frustration, God calls His people to trust, delight, commit, and wait on Him. This message shows that true meekness is not weakness—it is confident faith in God’s justice, provision, and promises.Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “From Cry to Confidence” a comforting and faith-building sermon through selected passages from Psalms 28–38. This message explores how David moved from distress and confession to renewed trust and hope in God. Pastor Eric Hood reminds us that the first response of a believer in pain is not self-reliance—but prayer, repentance, and confidence in God’s steadfast love.View the sermon guide here: https://calvaryga.com/psalms-of-summer-week-4/Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “When Pain Becomes Prayer,” a deeply honest and hope-filled sermon from Psalm 22. Pastor Ricky Smith walks through David’s cry of suffering and points to Jesus on the cross, reminding us that God welcomes our honest pain and transforms suffering into praise. This message encourages believers to trust God’s faithfulness even when He feels distant and to cling to the hope found in Christ.View the worship guide here: https://calvaryga.com/psalms-of-summer-week-3/Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Continue the series with “The Majesty of God and the Meaning of Man,” a powerful and perspective-shifting sermon from Psalm 8. Pastor Ricky Smith explores the greatness of God’s name and the surprising dignity of humanity, reminding us that though we are small, we are not meaningless—God created us for glory and restores us through Jesus. This message points to Christ as the One who fulfills our purpose and secures our future.View the worship guide for this sermon here: https://calvaryga.com/psalms-of-summer-week-2/Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com

Start the series with “Planted in the Right Place,” a rich and practical sermon from Psalm 1:1–3. Pastor Ricky Smithunpacks the contrast between the righteous and the wicked, showing how a life rooted in God’s Word leads to stability, fruitfulness, and lasting joy. This message calls believers to reject worldly influence, delight in Scripture, and be deeply planted in the grace of God.View the worship guide here: https://calvaryga.com/psalms-of-summer-week-1/Find sermon resources and more at calvaryga.com