First Baptist Church Tyler - Sermons

What does it look like for God to restore not just a person, but a community?In Psalm 51:18–19, David shifts from personal repentance to a prayer for communal renewal. This message explores how God rebuilds what sin tears down and calls His people into authentic, grace-filled community.Scripture: Psalm 51:18–19Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/5u8I1IODTEk

David’s prayer in Psalm 51 is more than a confession. It is a declaration of hope.In this message, we explore how God redeems failure, restores purpose, and welcomes broken hearts with grace. Psalm 51:13–17 reminds us that redemption is not about pretending to be perfect. It is about trusting a perfect Savior.Key Scripture: Psalm 51:7–12Watch the full video online: https://youtu.be/SB8I_rdTPqE

What do you do when you know you’ve messed up?In this message from Psalm 51:7–12, we walk through one of the most honest prayers in Scripture. David doesn’t hide his sin or minimize it. Instead, he brings it fully before God and discovers something powerful: God’s mercy runs deeper than our failure.This sermon explores what it means to be fully known by God, deeply cleansed, and completely restored. Not just forgiven, but renewed. Not just pardoned, but filled again with joy.If you’ve ever felt stuck in guilt, shame, or spiritual dryness, this message is a reminder that God doesn’t just forgive. He restores. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Dq9eN24aR9kKey Scripture: Psalm 51:7–12

Sin doesn’t just disappear. It builds.In this message from Psalm 51, we look at how unconfessed sin affects the heart and how confession restores what’s been lost. David’s prayer shows us that we don’t come to God with excuses or effort. We come with honesty and trust in His mercy.If you’ve been carrying something you haven’t brought to God, this is your invitation to return.God isn’t waiting to reject you. He’s ready to restore you.Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/SM6VPgkc0s8

Because Jesus is risen, your worst moment is not your final moment. Your deepest sorrow is not your lasting story. And even death itself does not have the last word.Jesus does not simply fix what is broken. He makes all things new.And where you once said, “We had hoped,” you can now say with confidence, “We have hope.”Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/FAMMxChlGaE

Palm Sunday reminds us that the crowd celebrated… but many still missed Jesus.He came as King, not to take a throne, but to go to a cross.And as He entered the city, He wept.Don’t just be near Him.Know Him. Trust Him. Follow Him.Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/8osgj94NNtE

We are standing on the faithfulness of those who came before us. The question is, what will we pass on to those who come after us?Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/twjO571hpV8

In this message from Colossians 4:2-6, we explore what it means to view life through a biblical lens. The apostle Paul writes from prison, yet instead of focusing on his circumstances, he urges believers to remain devoted to prayer, spiritually watchful, and ready to share the gospel.Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/WnRksO5zYLo

When the world feels chaotic, Scripture gives us a clear response: Pray. Stay spiritually alert. Be ready with the gospel. Faith doesn’t panic. It prays.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/dT3mjx-F-vw

When questions surface about God’s love, forgiveness, or purpose, there is one place to return: the cross. Isaiah 53 reveals that the suffering of Jesus was not accidental but intentional. At Calvary, justice and mercy met. Sin was exposed, love was displayed, and redemption was accomplished. One look at the cross anchors the soul and reminds us that the work is finished.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/4WDM66y529o

In a world where drift happens quietly and conviction can slowly erode, we need anchors. When our hearts align with what Christ is passionate about, we remain steady. We do not lose heart. We do not serve in our own strength. We lean into Him.This message calls us to realign our lives with the heart of Jesus and to stay anchored to what matters most.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/an8chUTAkQY

If we are being conformed to His likeness, then our hearts must align with His. To be anchored by the Passion of Christ is to seek what He seeks and love what He loves.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/e6-r2asvt04

This message reminds us that the warnings of failure and insufficiency do not come from God. Christ is enough, and His power is already at work within His people.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/u7vSo7ZFBNI

Jesus speaks directly to anxious hearts in Matthew 6.In this message, we are reminded that worry reveals what we trust, and peace grows when we place our confidence fully in Christ.When we seek first God’s kingdom and trust our heavenly Father’s care, anxiety loses its authority, and our lives become anchored in lasting peace.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/x361I94vrvY

Every follower of Jesus has received a ministry.In 2 Corinthians 4, Paul reminds believers that this calling is sustained by God’s mercy, not human strength. Even when the work feels difficult, God remains faithful, and His power is at work through ordinary lives.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/vFqAbdtdxwI

We often want the Holy Spirit’s comfort without His correction.Encouragement without obedience.Presence without surrender.But following Jesus means listening fully, not selectively.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ttuPsPkrTow

In a world full of shifting opinions and uncertainty, Scripture reminds us that believers are anchored in Christ. This message from Ephesians calls us to rest in what Jesus has already done and to live with purpose without drifting.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/PC7Ag4zSJ0c

As a new year begins, the question is not what we will change, but what we are anchored to. When Christ is our anchor, we do not drift, no matter the storm.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/R3Wm3W5AsT8

Christmas without Christ will always leave us wanting more. When we place Him first and trust Him with tomorrow, we discover freedom from anxiety and confidence for every season of life.Watch the vihttps://youtu.be/8Xe76lL4qcE

The shepherds met Jesus and could not keep it to themselves. Great joy always moves us to praise and proclamation. Christ is still our joy today.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/rc71ePhbrgQ

Joy is not found in perfect circumstances but in recognizing Jesus. When Mary greeted Elizabeth, the Spirit awakened joy in both women. That same joy is available to us today.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/qu3ePdKjYqI

Advent reminds us that light invades darkness. Jesus doesn’t just win the battle, he ends it. Great joy begins when we believe his promise.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/K4lVZItm8Ww

Gratitude and generosity are not separate virtues. In Christ, they feed each other. When we remember how much God has given us, giving becomes joy.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/bJwIMn399gY

Faith doesn’t begin with our effort, it begins with God’s grace. Mary didn’t find Jesus; Jesus found her. And He calls us by name the same way.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Q9mEMUKTZGA

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/WZ9na6G2JC0

Discipleship takes time, faithfulness, and patience. Be the soldier, the athlete, and the farmer who stays focused, disciplined, and faithful to the mission.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/P1bcsFWcivo

When Jesus promised the Advocate, He promised His ongoing presence. The Holy Spirit comes alongside us to comfort, guide, and remind us of truth.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/65wlR8-7KOg

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/gvCDD0K9Alk

Nicodemus came to Jesus in the dark. The woman at the well met Him in the light. One had religion, the other had regret, but both needed the same Savior.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/GzbwKsKuUGM

Jesus’ first miracle wasn’t just about saving a wedding, it was about revealing who He is. In turning water into wine, He showed Himself as the obedient Son, the final purifier, and the generous Bridegroom whose grace never runs out.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/PL-SFURjLSk

Feeling tested? Jesus was too. He overcame temptation and His Word equips us today to do the same.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/5G6wrurrc-I

Philip’s simple invitation to Nathanael shows that the best way to share Christ is by pointing others to experience Him for themselves.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/K2FcG1Rhf1w

Expect the unexpected when you meet with Jesus. He always surprises us with humility, grace, and transformation.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/bs-Iqu2T0iw