Neely’s Bend Baptist Church Sermons

As David's kingdom is established, we see more clearly what kind of king he is. David blesses those connected to his former enemy, gives victory to God's people, and worships the Lord with joy and humility. Yet David's reign ultimately points us beyond himself to the greater King, Jesus Christ.Because Christ has blessed us and given us victory over sin and death, we are called to bless others and worship Him with joy, humility, and reverence.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 27 through 2 Samuel 1 in a sermon titled “Faithful Trust.” The message encouraged believers to continue trusting God even when circumstances are difficult and His promises seem far away.The sermon highlighted three expressions of faithful trust. First, continue to believe in the promises of God, trusting that God will always keep His Word. Second, seek the counsel of God alone, looking to Him for direction instead of relying on our own wisdom. Lastly, receive eternal life, placing our faith in God’s ultimate promise of salvation through Jesus Christ.This message reminded the church that faithful trust means believing God’s promises, following His direction, and trusting Him completely for salvation and eternal life.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 25–26 in a sermon titled “Submit to the Lord,” encouraging believers to trust God's timing and respond with faithful obedience in every circumstance. Through the examples of David, Abigail, and Saul, the message demonstrated what it looks like to submit to God's will instead of taking matters into our own hands.The sermon highlighted two marks of submission to the Lord. First, submission trusts the Lord’s intervention. Pastor Austin reminded the church that God is faithful to work on behalf of His people, and we can trust Him to accomplish His purposes in His perfect timing. Second, submission walks in righteousness and faithfulness. Like David, believers are called to choose what is right, remain faithful to God, and honor Him even when facing difficult situations or unjust treatment.This message challenged the church to surrender fully to the Lord, trust His sovereign plan, and live lives marked by righteousness and faithful obedience as they follow Him each day.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 24 in a sermon titled “The Character of the Anointed One.” Through David’s response to Saul, the message showed what it looks like to reflect a heart that honors God, even in difficult circumstances.The sermon highlighted three characteristics believers are called to reflect. First, patience, trusting God’s timing instead of taking matters into our own hands. Second, righteousness, choosing to do what is right even when it is difficult. Third, mercy, showing grace and compassion to others, just as David spared Saul’s life.This message encouraged the church to follow the example of David and, ultimately, Jesus Christ by living lives marked by patience, righteousness, and mercy as we seek to honor God each day.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 21–23 in a sermon titled “The Greater Anointed One.” Through David’s life, the church was reminded that David points us to Jesus, the true and greater Anointed King. While David cared for and protected his people, Jesus fulfills these truths in a far greater way through His life, death, and resurrection.The sermon highlighted two ways Jesus is the Greater Anointed One. First, the Greater Anointed One satisfies His people. Pastor Austin explained that while the world can never truly satisfy, Jesus alone provides lasting hope, peace, and life for all who trust in Him. Second, the Greater Anointed One saves His people. Just as David rescued God's people from their enemies, Jesus came to save us from our greatest enemies—sin and death—through His finished work on the cross.This message encouraged the church to look to Jesus as the true King who alone satisfies every need and offers eternal salvation to all who believe in Him.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 18–20 in a sermon titled “Embrace the Anointed One,” calling the church to respond rightly to God’s chosen King. Through the contrasting responses of Jonathan and Saul to David, the message revealed that every person must decide whether they will embrace God’s Anointed with faith and devotion or resist His rightful rule.The sermon highlighted two ways to embrace the Anointed One. First, embrace the Anointed One with love. Pastor Austin pointed to Jonathan’s deep love for David as an example of wholehearted devotion to God’s chosen king. Rather than viewing David as a rival, Jonathan joyfully supported and honored him, demonstrating the kind of love and loyalty that believers are called to have for Jesus Christ, the true Anointed King.Second, embrace the Anointed One in covenant. Jonathan’s covenant with David reflected a relationship marked by faithfulness, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment. Pastor Austin explained that this covenant points forward to the greater covenant established through Jesus Christ. Those who belong to Christ are called to remain faithful to Him, trusting His promises and living in joyful obedience as citizens of His eternal kingdom.This message encouraged the church to reject the pride, jealousy, and self-preservation that characterized Saul and instead respond like Jonathan—with love, faithfulness, and covenant commitment to God's Anointed. As believers embrace Jesus Christ as their rightful King, they find the security, hope, and joy that come from living under His gracious rule.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 17 in a sermon titled “The Battle Belongs to the Lord,” reminding the church that the greatest battles in life are not won by human strength but by trusting in the power and faithfulness of God. Through the familiar account of David and Goliath, the message pointed beyond an underdog victory to the greater story of God's saving work for His people.The sermon centered on two powerful truths. First, we have a great problem. Like Israel standing helpless before Goliath, humanity faces an enemy far greater than itself. Sin, death, and our separation from God are battles we cannot overcome through our own efforts, abilities, or righteousness. The story of Goliath serves as a picture of mankind's desperate need for a deliverer.Second, we have a greater Savior! Pastor Austin emphasized that David ultimately points us to Jesus Christ—the true and better King who stepped forward to fight the battle His people could never win. Through His perfect life, sacrificial death, and victorious resurrection, Jesus defeated sin, death, and Satan once and for all. The victory belongs to the Lord, and all who place their faith in Christ share in the triumph He has secured.This message encouraged believers to stop relying on their own strength and to rest confidently in the finished work of Christ. Whatever battles God's people face, they can trust that the Lord is faithful, sovereign, and victorious, for the battle truly belongs to the Lord.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 16 in a sermon titled “God Has Provided a King,” pointing the church to God’s sovereign provision and His perfect plan of redemption. As God rejected Saul and chose David to be Israel’s next king, the message demonstrated that God sees beyond outward appearances and faithfully provides the leader His people truly need.The sermon highlighted two kings God has provided. First, God has provided for Himself a king in David. Though David was the unlikely choice in the eyes of man, God chose him because of his heart. Pastor Austin emphasized that God’s purposes are accomplished not through human strength or status, but through His sovereign calling and grace. David’s anointing served as a reminder that God’s plans are always greater than human expectations.Second, God has provided for Himself a King in Jesus. While David was a faithful shepherd who would become Israel’s king, he ultimately pointed forward to the greater King who was to come. Jesus Christ, the promised Son of David, is the perfect and eternal King who reigns in righteousness and brings salvation to all who trust in Him. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Christ fulfilled God’s redemptive plan and established a kingdom that will never end.This message encouraged believers to place their confidence in God’s perfect provision, trust in His sovereign purposes, and joyfully submit to the reign of Jesus Christ—the true and greater King whom God has provided for His people.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 13–15 in a sermon titled “Wholehearted Faithfulness,” challenging believers to pursue a life marked by complete trust and obedience to God. Through the contrasting examples of Saul’s actions and God’s expectations, the message revealed that true faithfulness is not measured by outward appearances or partial obedience, but by a heart that is fully surrendered to the Lord.The sermon highlighted two actions of a faithful heart. First, faithful hearts trust in God. Pastor Austin emphasized that faithfulness begins with confidence in God’s character, promises, and timing. Rather than relying on human wisdom, fear, or circumstances, believers are called to trust the Lord even when the path forward is uncertain. Saul’s failures served as a warning of what happens when we place our trust in ourselves rather than in God.Second, faithful hearts wholeheartedly obey. The message underscored the truth that God desires obedience that flows from genuine devotion. Partial obedience is still disobedience, and God is honored when His people submit fully to His Word and His will. Through Saul’s unwillingness to completely follow God’s commands, the church was reminded that wholehearted obedience is a reflection of a heart that truly loves and reveres the Lord.This sermon called believers to examine their own hearts, trust God more deeply, and walk in faithful obedience each day. As followers of Christ, we are invited to serve the Lord not with divided loyalties or selective obedience, but with wholehearted faithfulness that brings glory to God.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 11–13 in a sermon titled “Serve the Lord with All Your Heart,” calling the church to wholehearted devotion and faithful obedience to God. Through the rise of Saul’s leadership and Israel’s continued dependence on the Lord, the message challenged believers to examine whether they are fully trusting and faithfully serving God in every area of life.The sermon highlighted three ways believers are called to serve the Lord. First, serve the Lord by trusting His deliverance. Pastor Austin reminded the church that God is the One who rescues, protects, and provides for His people. Just as Israel experienced God’s deliverance, believers today are called to place their confidence not in themselves, but in the saving power and faithfulness of God.Second, believers are to serve the Lord with their whole heart. Drawing from Samuel’s exhortation to Israel, the sermon emphasized that God desires wholehearted worship and devotion rather than divided loyalties. Followers of Christ are called to turn away from idols, distractions, and worldly pursuits in order to fully pursue and honor the Lord.Lastly, Pastor Austin encouraged the church to serve the Lord through patient obedience. Through Saul’s failure to wait on God’s timing and instruction, the congregation was reminded that obedience requires trust, patience, and surrender. Even when circumstances feel uncertain or delayed, God calls His people to faithfully obey His Word and trust His timing above their own understanding.This message challenged believers to remain steadfast in their faith, fully committed to the Lord, and willing to trust and obey Him with all their heart.

Guest Pastor Sergio Arce preached from 1 Samuel 9–10 in a message titled “When God Chooses the Unlikely,”reminding the church that God often works through ordinary people and unexpected circumstances to accomplish His purposes. Through the story of Saul’s calling as king, the sermon highlighted the faithful and sovereign providence of God in every detail of life.Pastor Sergio shared three powerful truths about God’s providence. First, God’s Providence is Present in the Ordinary. What seemed like a simple search for lost donkeys was actually God orchestrating events to lead Saul exactly where He wanted him. The message encouraged believers to trust that God is actively working even in the everyday moments of life that may appear insignificant.Second, God’s Providence is Purposeful in His Choosing. God intentionally chose Saul, an unlikely candidate, to fulfill His plan for Israel. The sermon emphasized that God’s calling is not based on human expectations, qualifications, or status, but on His sovereign will and purpose. God delights in using unlikely people so that His power and glory are clearly displayed.Lastly, God’s Providence Requires a Personal Response of Obedience. As Saul responded to God’s call, the church was challenged to faithfully obey wherever God leads. Pastor Sergio encouraged believers to trust God’s direction, surrender to His plans, and walk in obedience even when the path ahead feels uncertain.This message served as a reminder that God is always at work behind the scenes, guiding His people according to His perfect providence and calling them to trust and obey Him wholeheartedly.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Samuel 8 in a message titled “Live Under God’s Rule,” challenging believers to examine who truly reigns over their hearts. As Israel rejected God’s leadership and demanded a king like the surrounding nations, the passage revealed the ongoing struggle God’s people face when they desire the ways of the world more than the rule of God.Through this text, Pastor Austin highlighted two daily battles every Christian must fight. First, believers must fight against the desire to be like the world. Just as Israel wanted to conform to the nations around them, Christians are constantly tempted to adopt the values, priorities, and pursuits of a culture that often stands opposed to God. The call of Scripture is not to blend in with the world, but to live as a people set apart for God’s glory.Second, believers must fight daily to keep Jesus as King. Every day presents opportunities to place something else on the throne of our lives—whether comfort, success, approval, or self-rule. Yet true joy, peace, and purpose are found when Christ alone reigns as Lord. Pastor Austin encouraged the church to continually surrender to the authority of Jesus, trusting His rule above their own desires and ambitions.This message served as a powerful reminder that following Christ requires daily surrender, steadfast faithfulness, and a commitment to live under the loving and sovereign rule of God rather than the fleeting promises of the world.

Pastor Austin preached from Colossians 4:2–6 on what it means to be a Church on Mission. Challenging believers to live with Gospel intentionality, he reminded the church that God has not called His people to simply gather, but to actively participate in His mission of making disciples and proclaiming Christ to the world.Drawing from Paul’s instructions to the Colossian church, Pastor Austin shared three ways a church can live on mission. First, a church on mission goes on mission together, recognizing that Gospel ministry is not a solo endeavor but a collective calling for every believer. Second, a church on mission participates in global missions, partnering in the spread of the Gospel beyond its local community and supporting the work of reaching the nations. Third, a church on mission seeks to plant and strengthen other churches, investing in the growth of healthy congregations that will continue advancing the Gospel for generations to come.Through this message, the congregation was encouraged to devote themselves to prayer, walk in wisdom toward outsiders, and seize every opportunity to make Christ known. As the church embraces these mission-focused priorities, it becomes a faithful witness to the saving power of Jesus both locally and around the world.

In this message from Colossians 4:2–6, Pastor Austin challenged the church to embrace a lifestyle of living on mission every day. Through Paul’s encouragement to pray faithfully, walk wisely, and speak graciously, we were reminded that God has strategically placed us in specific places and relationships for His purpose. Pastor Austin highlighted two key rhythms of a missional life: first, that life on mission happens where we work, live, and play, and second, that it grows as we intentionally invite, invest, and introduce others to Jesus. This sermon encourages believers to see everyday moments as opportunities to share the hope of the gospel with intentionality and love.

Pastor Austin preached from 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 in a message titled “Message of the Mission,” calling the church to remember and boldly proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Through passionate preaching and practical encouragement, the sermon centered on four simple words that help believers clearly communicate the Gospel: God, Man, Christ, Response.The message walked through the holiness and righteousness of God, the sinfulness and brokenness of humanity, the saving work of Jesus Christ through His death and resurrection, and the necessity of responding to the Gospel with repentance and faith. Pastor Austin reminded the church that the world is searching for hope, peace, purpose, and redemption, but lasting hope is found only in Christ. Drawing from Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 15, the sermon emphasized that the Gospel is not only the message that saves us, but also the message believers are called to carry to the world.With practical tools for evangelism and a challenge to live on mission, the church was encouraged to know the Gospel well, listen for opportunities to share it, and trust God to work through faithful proclamation of His Word.

In this opening message of our Living on Mission series, we are reminded that mission does not begin with the church—it begins with God. From creation to redemption, Scripture reveals a God who is actively displaying His glory and drawing people to Himself. Because God has a heart for His mission, His people are called to share that same heart.This sermon challenges us to move beyond thinking of mission as something that happens “over there” and instead see that every believer has been sent by God to live intentionally for the gospel right where they are. As we explore God’s glory revealed in creation and declared through His redeemed people, we are invited to ask: What is my heart truly on mission for?

In 1 Samuel 6–7, Israel is confronted with a sobering reality: God is holy, and sinful people cannot stand before Him in their own righteousness. As the ark of the covenant returns, the people quickly learn that God is not to be treated casually or approached carelessly. His holiness demands reverence, honor, and fear. Yet these chapters also reveal the gracious path back to the God of glory—repentance.When Israel turns from their idols, confesses their sin, and seeks the Lord with all their heart, God responds with mercy, help, and deliverance. In this sermon, we will see that God is glorified when His people honor Him as holy and when they honor Him through genuine repentance. This message calls us to examine whether we are treating God lightly, tolerating sin casually, or truly returning to Him with hearts that long for His glory.

In this sermon from 1 Samuel 4–6, “God is Not a Pawn,” we are confronted with a sobering truth: God cannot be used, controlled, or called upon only when it is convenient. The people of Israel treated God like a tool—turning to Him only in times of trouble—while the Philistines attempted to reduce Him to just another defeated god. Yet in both cases, God powerfully reveals that He alone is sovereign, holy, and worthy of all glory.This message calls us to examine our own lives. Do we honor God in all things, or only when we need Him? Are there things competing for our devotion? Through this passage, we are reminded that God is not a pawn to be used, but a King to be honored—at all times and above all things.

In “Honor the Word of the Lord” from 1 Samuel 2–3, we are confronted with a sobering yet hopeful truth: how we respond to God’s Word determines how we experience God Himself. Through the contrast between Eli’s household and the young boy Samuel, this passage reveals the devastating consequences of rejecting God’s Word and the abundant blessing that comes from honoring it.Eli’s sons knew the Word of the Lord, yet treated it with contempt—and faced God’s judgment. In contrast, Samuel humbly received and obeyed the Word of the Lord, and was established as a faithful prophet. Their lives present a clear and timeless reality: rejecting the Word of the Lord leads to rejection, but honoring the Word of the Lord leads to honor.This message calls us to examine our own hearts. Are we merely hearing God’s Word, or are we honoring it with our lives? As people under the new covenant, we have been given the living Word—Jesus Christ—and the written Word for our good, our growth, and ultimately, our salvation.May we be a people who say, “Speak, Lord, for your servant hears,” and who faithfully live out all that He has spoken.

On Resurrection Sunday, we turn to 1 Samuel 2:1–11 and the prayer of Hannah to discover what it truly means to rejoice in the salvation of the Lord. In Exult in the Salvation of the Lord, we see a powerful response to God’s saving work—one that calls us to lift our eyes beyond ourselves and fix our worship fully on Him.Hannah’s song reminds us that God alone is holy, completely set apart and unlike any other. She proclaims a God who is sovereign over all things—one who humbles the proud, lifts the lowly, and rules over every detail of life. And she points us forward to the reality that God is the righteous Judge who will one day set all things right.On this Easter morning, that truth finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Through His death and resurrection, sin and death have been defeated, and salvation has been secured for all who believe. The resurrection is not just an event to remember—it is a reason to rejoice, worship, and exult in the Lord alone.

In a world filled with shame, hardship, and personal crises, where do we turn for hope? In this message from 1 Samuel 1, we look at the life of Hannah—a woman burdened with deep distress, public shame, and unanswered longing. Yet instead of turning inward or giving in to despair, Hannah brings her pain before the Lord.This sermon explores how God meets us in our lowest moments and how true hope is found not in our ability to fix our circumstances, but in trusting the One who holds all power. As Hannah honors God through faithful prayer and surrender, we see a powerful picture of how God transforms shame into honor and sorrow into joy.Ultimately, this passage points us to the greater hope found in Christ, who bore our shame so that we might receive His honor. Whether you are walking through a season of struggle, anxiety, or uncertainty, this message will encourage you to bring your burdens to the Lord and trust that He remembers, hears, and responds according to His perfect will.

In this message titled “What is Our Mission,” guest preacher Jacob Twaddell walks us through the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16–20. He reminds us that our mission as believers is not self-defined, but given directly by Christ Himself.Focusing on three key aspects—the basis of the commission, the charge of the commission, and the power of the commission—this sermon highlights the authority of Jesus, the call to make disciples of all nations, and the promise of His presence with us always.This message challenges and encourages the church to realign with our true mission: to go, to make disciples, and to trust in the power and presence of Christ as we do.

The books of 1 and 2 Samuel tell the story of Israel’s search for a king. From the days of the judges to the rise of Saul and David, the narrative reveals both the failures of human kings and the growing anticipation for a greater King to come.In this introductory message to our new series, we explore two major themes that run throughout these books: God exalts the humble but opposes the proud, and salvation comes from the Lord. Through the examples of Hannah, Saul, and David, we see how God works through humble hearts and reminds His people that true deliverance does not come from human strength but from Him alone.Ultimately, these books point beyond Israel’s earthly kings to the eternal King—Jesus Christ—through whom salvation comes. As we begin our journey through 1 and 2 Samuel, we are invited to consider an important question: Who is truly king of our hearts?

In Matthew 6:16–18, Jesus teaches about the often-forgotten spiritual discipline of fasting. While fasting is often overlooked in the church today, Jesus clearly expected His followers to practice it. In this sermon we explored the expectation to fast, the purpose of fasting, and the reward of fasting. We were reminded that fasting and prayer go hand in hand as we seek the Lord, humble ourselves before Him, and depend on Him more deeply. The church was also encouraged to participate in a congregational fast during the month of March as we pray for God to move in our church and community.

In Psalm 22, we see David pray with raw honesty and deep emotion. He brings his lament, his trust, and his worship before the Lord—holding nothing back. In this message, we’re reminded that prayer is not meant to be confined to a script or pattern, but to be an open, vulnerable conversation with God.As we look at David’s example—and ultimately at Christ’s own prayers—we’ll be encouraged to bring every emotion, every hardship, and every circumstance before the Lord. Let’s learn together what it means to pray outside the box.

On Sunday, February 22, 2026, we were grateful to welcome our guest preacher, Mike Mayo, who brought a powerful message from Matthew 7:21–23. In this sobering passage from the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus warns that not everyone who says, “Lord, Lord,” will enter the kingdom of heaven. The sermon challenged us to consider the difference between outward religious activity and genuine obedience that flows from truly knowing Christ.

Does God really answer prayer?In a world filled with sickness, uncertainty, and long seasons of waiting, many of us quietly wrestle with that question. In this message from Matthew 7:7–11, we are reminded of Jesus’ clear invitation: Ask. Seek. Knock.Prayer is not about demanding from a distant God or treating Him like a genie. It is about coming to our heavenly Father like a child—honest, dependent, and trusting. Jesus teaches us that our Father delights in giving good gifts to His children. While not every prayer is answered in the way we expect, we can trust that every answer flows from His goodness, wisdom, and love.In this sermon, we explore:What it means to ask the Father like a childHow to pray with surrendered heartsWhy we can trust that God gives good giftsHow prayer changes us, even when circumstances don’t changeMay we become a people devoted to asking, seeking, and knocking—confident that our Father hears us and responds with what is truly good.

In part two of Pray Like This, we look at the final three petitions of the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6:9–13. Jesus teaches us to come to the Father daily for our needs, to ask for forgiveness, and petitioning for deliverance from temptation and the evil one. This message reminds us of our dependence on God, the grace we’ve received through Christ, and the importance of a prayer life shaped by the gospel.To learn more about Neely's Bend Baptist Church go to neelysbendbaptist.org. If you have questions about NBBC or the gospel email us at [email protected].

In Pray Like This, we look at Jesus’ model prayer in Matthew 6:9–13 and learn how prayer is meant to begin. Jesus teaches us to approach God as our Father and to align our hearts with His priorities—His name, His kingdom, and His will. This sermon challenges us to move beyond self-focused prayers and instead begin our prayers by putting God back on the throne of our hearts.

In Expected to Pray from Matthew 6:5–8, Jesus teaches that prayer is not optional for the Christian—it is expected. This sermon walks through three key instructions on prayer: praying as a regular part of life, praying in secret with the right heart, and praying with intentionality. Together, these truths call believers to a deeper, more faithful devotion to prayer.

In Keep the Charge, drawn from 2 Timothy 4, Paul’s final words call believers to faithful obedience in every season. This sermon unfolds the reasons Christians must keep the charge: we live before God and Christ, we are called to preach the Word, we must endure when sound doctrine is rejected, we are to keep the faith, and we trust the Lord to bring us safely into His heavenly kingdom. Even when faithfulness is difficult, God’s people are commanded to keep the charge.

In Continue in Belief from 2 Timothy 3:10–17, we are reminded that following Christ will bring hardship, persecution, and opposition. Paul exhorts Timothy—and us—to persevere by trusting that the Lord rescues His people and equips them through His God-breathed Word. This sermon calls believers to remain anchored in Scripture and continue in steadfast faith, no matter the cost.

Deception is a real danger for believers, especially in times of trial. In Deception’s Antidotes from James 1:16–18, we hear James’s urgent command and discover four gospel-centered truths that guard our hearts—God’s goodness, His unchanging nature, our new birth by His will, and our identity as His firstfruits. This sermon by guest preacher, Andrew Blondo, calls Christians to resist deception by resting in who God is and what He has graciously done.

In this sermon, guest preacher Michael Darbouze preaches from Luke 2:25-38 on how Jesus is the one who was sent by God the Father to the cradle with the purpose of going to the cross! 

In Times of Difficulty from 2 Timothy 3:1–9, Paul calls the church to sober-minded responsibility in the midst of increasing sin and deception. This sermon explains why difficult times are a reality of the last days and how self-love, false godliness, and rebellion against truth fuel that difficulty. Believers are exhorted not only to understand the nature of the times but also to faithfully avoid godless people and their corrupting influence for the health and holiness of the church.

In this sermon from 2 Timothy 2:20–26, we explore Paul’s call for believers to live as holy vessels—cleansed, set apart, and useful for every good work. We also consider what it means to be the Lord’s humble servants, marked by kindness, patience, gentle correction, and a refusal to quarrel. Ultimately, this passage points us to Christ Himself, the perfectly holy vessel and humble servant whose example empowers our obedience.

In this sermon from 2 Timothy 2:14–19, Pastor Austin teaches what it means to live as an approved worker before God—one who is diligent, unashamed, and committed to cutting straight the Word of Truth. By contrasting faithful workers with those who quarrel and spread irreverent, destructive teaching, the message calls Christians to remain grounded in God’s firm foundation and to diligently depart from iniquity. This passage urges believers to handle Scripture accurately, stand firm in the truth, and live lives that honor Christ.

In this sermon, we see Paul call believers to endure in the faith by remembering Jesus Christ, for the sake of the elect, and because we have died to this life. Rooted in the risen and promised Messiah whose gospel cannot be bound, Christians are strengthened to press on through hardship. Paul reminds us that those who endure with Christ will one day live and reign with Him in eternal glory.

In Good Soldiers of Jesus from 2 Timothy 2:1–7, we’re called to live with undivided devotion to Christ—drawing our strength from His grace, entrusting others with His Word, and enduring suffering as faithful soldiers in His service. This sermon urges believers to look to the cross, disciple others, and pursue a single-minded commitment that refuses to be entangled with the world. Listen and be encouraged to give Jesus your full and wholehearted devotion.

In Follow and Guard the Gospel (2 Timothy 1:13–18), Pastor Austin calls believers to hold fast to the pattern of sound teaching and to guard the good deposit of the gospel through the power of the Holy Spirit. This message highlights two commitments of sincere faith—following healthy doctrine and guarding the truth of Christ—while urging the church to remain faithful amid a world that distorts the gospel.

In Live Unashamed from 2 Timothy 1:8–12, we are reminded that sincere faith boldly stands for the gospel without shame and endures suffering with confidence in Christ. This message calls believers to trust God’s power and purpose as we live courageously for His glory, knowing He holds us secure until the end.

In 2 Timothy 1:3–7, Paul reminds Timothy of a sincere faith that was first seen in his mother and grandmother—and now lives in him. In this message, Pastor Austin challenges us to consider what we’ll be remembered for and what it truly means to have a faith that serves the Lord. From Paul’s encouragement to Timothy, we see that a sincere faith prays, models Christ to others, and fans into flame the gift God has given each believer.

In Dying Words, Pastor Austin walks through Paul’s final letter, 2 Timothy, calling the church to guard, suffer for, continue in, and proclaim the gospel. As Paul’s last exhortations remind us, every believer carries the sacred responsibility to preserve and pass on the good news of Jesus Christ to the next generation. We do apologize for the audio issues.

This sermon from Ruth 4, explores how Boaz’s selfless and sacrificial actions reflect God’s redeeming work through Christ. It calls believers to imitate Boaz by modeling redemption in their own lives—restoring what is broken through serving others unselfishly, living sacrificially, and pointing the world to Jesus, the ultimate Redeemer.

This sermon from Ruth 3 highlights Ruth’s bold proposal to Boaz and how God used it to provide redemption, provision, and rest for both her and Naomi. It points us to the greater truth that ultimate rest is found not in earthly security but in Jesus Christ, our true Redeemer, who takes us from empty to full and from restless to restful.

This sermon from Ruth 2 shows that what we call “happenstances” are actually **God’s sovereign work** to direct our lives, meet our needs, and display His covenant kindness. Through Ruth’s “chance” encounter with Boaz, we see how God’s providence unfolds in ordinary moments and calls us to rejoice in His faithful care.

This sermon from Ruth 1:6–22 explores Naomi’s journey of returning to God, highlighting how repentance begins with hearing good news, requires wholehearted devotion, and leads to new beginnings. Through Naomi and Ruth’s story, listeners are invited to turn back to God’s grace and trust His providence even in seasons of bitterness and loss.

This sermon, from Ruth 1:1-5 calls believers to live faithfully in God’s purpose and presence, even when circumstances seem uncertain. Through the story of Elimelech’s departure from Bethlehem to Moab, it urges Christians not to let hardship lead them away from God’s will, but to walk in obedience and trust His abiding presence.

As we begin a new sermon series through the book of Ruth pastor Austin kicks it off by teaching about 3 major themes in the book of Ruth. 

In this sermon guest preacher, Henry Webb teaches on how we should take the Lord's Day seriously because God is serious about the Lord's Day.