Covenant Fellowship Baptist Church Sermons

This introduction to Philippians focuses on encouraging believers to center their lives around Christ by renewing their mindset and obeying God's guidance even when the full path is not yet clear. Drawing from Acts 16 and Philippians 1–2, Pastor Jay highlights Jesus' self-emptying humility and clarifies the roles of leaders and saints within the church, emphasizing that what individuals choose to mentally feed and focus on ultimately controls their lives.

Pastor Matt concludes our series on 2 Thessalonians today by looking at a passage concerned with idleness and entitlement within the church. Teaching how believers need to work hard, follow godly examples, and practice loving church discipline by confronting irresponsible behavior rather than enabling it.

Pastor Matt continues our series on 2 Thessalonians, illustrating how all Christians are called to pray and rely on God, as spiritual growth increases our awareness of our complete dependence on Him.

Pastor Matt counties our series in 2 Thessalonians, emphasizing that believers can stand firm in their faith because salvation is entirely a work of God that guarantees an eternal future with Christ. And that, ultimately, by holding to biblical truth and looking forward to their guaranteed destiny with Jesus, believers are empowered to endure present hardships and live faithfully.

Pastor Matt resumes our series on 2 Thessalonians today, clarifying that the "Day of the Lord" has not yet occurred, in showing how Christ’s return will be preceded by a major rebellion and the appearance of the Satanically-empowered "man of lawlessness" (or Antichrist), who is currently being restrained until God's appointed time.

Today's message is from guest speaker Pastor John Keith, who focuses on the powerful account of Jesus restoring Simon Peter in John 21:15–19. Through a meaningful threefold exchange between Jesus and Peter, the passage explores themes of love, devotion, forgiveness, restoration, and renewed commitment to Christ.

In this message from 2 Thessalonians, we explores Paul’s encouraging words to a struggling church facing intense persecution. Discover how present hardships aren't a sign of God's displeasure, but evidence of His work in you. Learn how to trust in His coming justice, pray for inner transformation, and stand firm in faith—no matter what circumstances you face.

Pastor Jay begins our new series on 2 Thessalonians today, exploring how God uses both consistent Scripture engagement and the unexpected crucible of hardship to refine our faith. Drawing on historical context and modern research, he shows that regular time in God's Word fuels a growing, resilient love even in life's toughest circumstances.

Pastor Matthew Gille concludes our series on 1 Thessalonians today; focusing on what a healthy, vibrant, and faithful church looks like, in accordance with the four practical markers of a community that is deeply rooted in Christ.

Pastor Matt continues our series on Thessalonians today, highlighting sanctification—the ongoing process through which God makes believers more like Jesus.

Covenant supported missionary Troy Cooper shares from his personal experience on the mission field today, providing an update on his recent time spent in Greece and around the world.

Pastor Matt counties our series on Thessalonians today, focusing on corporate worship and how believers should respond to the Holy Spirit and prophetic messages.

Pastor Matt continues our series on 1 Thessalonians, looking at the letter's final set of instructions concerning God's will for believers—namely that we would rejoice, pray without ceasing, and give thanks in all circumstances.

Pastor Jay continues our seres on 1 Thessalonians with a a further look at its last bit of instruction, arguing that that biblical peace is not the absence of conflict but the pursuit of reconciliation through truth and love.

Pastor Matt continues our series on 1 Thessalonians today, looking at the letter's final bit of instruction, seeing how we are to relate to those in charge—with love, respect, and the courage to hold them accountable.

Pastor Matt returns from sabbatical today to continue our series on Thessalonians, emphasizing that Christians already belong to the light, not the darkness, because God has rescued them from judgment and given them a new identity and future in Christ.

Pastor Jay continued our series on 1 Thessalonians today with further look at chapter 4, teaching that believers should face death and Christ’s return with comfort, hope, and urgency, not speculation.

Pastor Jay continued our series on Thessalonians today with a look at Chapter 4, showing that work is part of God’s good design, not part of the fall, and that believers are called to treat work as worship by serving others faithfully and pursuing excellence.

Pastor Jay continued our series on Thessalonians today with a look at the first part of Chapter 4, teaching that God’s will is our sanctification, especially in how we use our bodies and pursue sexual holiness.

Pastor Jay continued or series on 1 Thessalonians today with a look at the last part of chapter 2 and the first part of chapter 3, showing how suffering is not surprising, grace is not theoretical, and believers are meant to carry each other through hardship.

Pastor Jay continued our new series on Thessalonians today, illustrating how discipleship is not just belief but a life shaped by obedience, sacrifice, and mission.

Pastor Jay begins our new sermon series on 1 Thessalonians today, showing that the church became a powerful witness through faith, hope, and love amid suffering. Emphasizing how the gospel arrived not just as words but “in power and in the Holy Spirit,” producing a transformed community that became an example to other believers.

Pastor Matt spoke about Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances and what they reveal about how He meets people in different struggles: grief, confusion, doubt, and failure. All while emphasizing that Jesus comforts, teaches, pursues, restores, and invites His followers back into faith and mission.

Pastor Matt continues our Easter series today, focusing on Jesus’ death and resurrection, showing that the empty tomb gives us good reason to believe in the reality of these events and much to gain from learning to incorporate their significance in our lives.

Pastor Matt walks through Jesus’ betrayal, Last Supper, arrest, trial, crucifixion, and death as the fulfillment of Passover and prophecy. Illustrating that Jesus’ suffering was voluntary, redemptive, and sufficient to pay for sin, making him the “final Passover Lamb.”

Pastor Matt continued our new series on Passion Week today. In today’s sermon, he emphasizes the importance of submitting to Jesus’ authority and bearing the fruit of loving God and loving others. He also warns us against empty religion and encourages us to be prepared for Jesus’ return and final judgment.

Pastor Matt began a new sermon series today focusing on the last week of Jesus' earthly ministry, explaining how Jesus fulfilled the prophecy in Zechariah by entering Jerusalem humbly on a donkey—signaling that he came not as a conquering military king to free Israel from Roman rule, but as a righteous, humble savior to deliver people from sin and death. 

Pastor Jay spoke from the 'one another' verses of Matthew today, teaching us how relationships within the church are meant to be characterized by sacrificial love and unity, where the goal is always a restored relationship and not just winning a debate.

Pastor Jay spoke from the book of Ephesian today, teaching how God intends Christian homes to become frontline arenas of his redemptive work, calling every life stage—spouses, children, and singles—to specific, Spirit-filled practices that foster households of peace, joy, abundance, and healing.

Pastor Matt continued our series on Truth today, showing that intimacy belongs only within marriage between a husband and wife, making all other forms of such behavior sinful and contrary to His design. He also explored what it means for us to “speak the truth in love,” as it is only with the truth that people can be set free.

Pastor Matt continued our sermon series on Truth today by teaching that real, objective truth comes from God, defines our identity as His image-bearers, and exposes modern confusion about 'gender' and 'self' as a spiritual rejection of His good design, with true freedom and joy found only by walking in Christ and His Word.

Pastor Matt began a new series on Truth today, explaining what truth is, why it matters, and how Christians are called not just to know it but to live it in a confused and broken world.

Pastor Matt concluded our sermon series on growth this morning, encouraging believers to pursue spiritual growth in the new year with intentionality, realism, and reliance on God’s grace rather than perfectionism.

Pastor Jay spoke from the book of Matthew today, teaching that a life “built on love” means building on Jesus’ words through daily habits of loving God and loving others in every area of life, not by earning God’s love but rather by simply responding to it.

Pastor Matt started a new sermon series today, urging believers at year’s end to honestly evaluate where their lives are not as they should be, rejecting both complacent acceptance of stagnation and self-absorbed obsession with self-improvement in favor of a biblical pursuit of growth grounded in God’s will.

Pastor Matt continued our Christmas sermon series today, reflecting on Christmas as the ultimate revelation of a God who is not distant but personally present in Jesus Christ, fulfilling ancient promises and showing that His character has always been loving and unchanging.

Pastor Matt continued our Christmas sermon series today, centering on Joseph in Matthew 1 and the shepherds in Luke 2 to show how God works through ordinary, often overlooked people whose hearts are responsive to Him. 

Pastor Matt began our new Christmas sermon series today, presenting the Christmas story as the "third act" of a divine narrative, and encouraging us to follow the example of Mary in surrendering to God's will so that we may become ambassadors of reconciliation.

Pastor Jay delivered a message from the book of 1 Thessalonians today, urging us not to be intimidated by the inevitable upheaval that often accompanies pursuing the path God has called us to walk.

Pastor Matt concluded our series on Gratitude today, emphasizing the cultivation of a profound and enduring sense of gratitude, rooted in the goodness and grace of God, regardless of life’s circumstances.

Pastor Matt continued or sermon series on Gratitude today, exploring the transformative power of gratitude, highlighting how a deep appreciation for God’s goodness enriches every aspect of life.

Pastor Matt began a new sermon series today centered around the concept of gratitude. In this first part, he distinguishes biblical gratitude—a foundational state of being—from the simpler acts of thankfulness or fleeting emotions, showing how genuine gratitude naturally leads to a life of praise and generosity.

Pastor Matt concluded our series on the book of Esther today, revealing how its narrative—though never explicitly mentioning God—demonstrates God's providence at work behind the scenes through a series of extraordinary coincidences.

Pastor Matt continued our Esther series today, exploring chapters 3-4. He showed how true faith emerges when God feels distant, and reminded us that even amidst God's sovereign plan, we are still called to act with courage, as disobedience carries a lasting price.

Pastor Matt began a new sermon series on Esther today, starting with chapters 1 and 2. This initial message explored how God actively works behind the scenes, using ordinary people like Esther and Mordecai to fulfill His purposes, even when His presence seems hidden.

Pastor Jay delved into the Gospel of Matthew to tackle a question that often feels mysterious and daunting to believers: "What is God's will for my life?" He moved the concept from an elusive, cosmic blueprint to a tangible, daily pursuit, showing that God's will is less about finding a hidden path and more about faithfully walking the one already laid out before us.

Pastor Matt concluded our series on the Minor Prophets today with a message from the last two chapters of Malachi. He emphasized the final dispute between God and His people about the value of living a life that honors God. Ultimately, calling us to humility, personal reflection, and an awareness that the true heart of faith lies in restored relationships—with God and with others.

Continuing our sermon series on the minor prophets, Pastor Matt delivered the third installment on Malachi. His message centered on God's call for the Israelites to return to a right relationship with Him, promising blessings in exchange for their trust and obedience, despite their having lost sight of His goodness.

Pastor Matt continued our series on the minor prophets with the second part of Malachi, teaching that while God's delayed judgment offers a chance for repentance, it will ultimately culminate in a definitive time of purification and justice.

Pastor Matt paused our series on the Minor Prophets to address our current cultural moment. Encouraging us to trust in God’s sovereign plan even during times of uncertainty and to keep our primary focus on growing closer to Him.