PODCAST · religion
Pastor Sherman Burkhead
by Sherman Burkhead
Christ follower/husband/father/senior pastor at First Baptist Church in Boron, Ca.
Episodes
-
Worship: For His Glory | Part 2 – Worthy of Worship
Worship: For His Glory | Part 2 – Worthy of Worship Scripture: Revelation 4:1–11 Why is God worthy of our worship? Is it because of the blessings He gives, the prayers He answers, or the things He does for us? Or is there something far greater at the heart of biblical worship? In Part 2 of our...
-
Worship: For His Glory | Part 1 – What Is Worship?
Worship: For His Glory | Part 1 – What Is Worship? Scripture: Psalm 95:1–11 What does it really mean to worship God? Is worship simply singing songs, experiencing powerful emotions, or attending a church service? Or is biblical worship something far greater? In this opening message of our series,...
-
Genesis Part 66 — Grace Has Brought Us Safe Thus Far
Genesis Part 66 — Grace Has Brought Us Safe Thus Far Genesis 25:1–18 What does a life look like when, at the end of it, we can look back and see that God has been faithful? In Genesis 25:1–18, we come to the closing chapters of Abraham’s life and see a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness....
-
Genesis Part 65 — “I Will Go”
Genesis Part 65 — “I Will Go” Genesis 24:28–67 In Genesis 24, we see God’s providence unfolding through ordinary circumstances to accomplish His greater purposes. As Abraham’s servant recounts how God guided him to Rebekah, we are reminded that God’s faithfulness should not only be recognized—it...
-
Genesis Part 64 — The Lord Has Led Me
Genesis Part 64 — The Lord Has Led Me Genesis 24:1–27 How do we move forward when we cannot see the whole road ahead? In Genesis 24, Abraham’s servant is sent on an important mission, trusting that God will accomplish His purposes even though he cannot know exactly how everything will unfold. As...
-
Genesis Part 63: A Grave in the Promised Land
Genesis Part 63: A Grave in the Promised Land In Genesis 23:3–20, Abraham purchases a burial place for Sarah—the first piece of land he possesses in the Promised Land. Though God had promised him the whole land, Abraham died having seen only a small portion of that promise fulfilled. This sermon...
-
Genesis Part 62 — Grieving With Hope
Genesis Part 62 — Grieving With Hope In Genesis 23:1–2, we see Abraham grieving the death of Sarah. Her death reminds us that faith does not exempt us from sorrow, loss, or death. Yet Scripture teaches us that believers do not have to grieve without hope. In this sermon, we explore how Christians...
-
Genesis Part 61 — The Lord Will Provide
Genesis Part 61 — The Lord Will Provide In Genesis 22, Abraham is tested as he takes Isaac, his beloved son and son of promise, to the place of sacrifice. When Isaac asks, “Where is the lamb?” Abraham responds with faith: “God will provide.” God provides a ram as a substitute for Isaac, pointing...
-
88th Anniversary Sunday
On August 23, 2026, First Baptist Church of Boron celebrated its 88th anniversary by looking not merely at what has been built over the years, but at who has been building the church: Christ Himself. From Psalm 127:1–2, we were reminded that unless the Lord builds the house, our labor is…
more -
Genesis Part 60 | Abraham and Isaac: Faith That Trusts God
Genesis Part 60 | Abraham and Isaac: Faith That Trusts God Why does God test His people? What does genuine biblical faith look like when obedience is difficult? In Part 60 of our Genesis Bible study, we examine the powerful account of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22:1–19 and discover that faith...
-
Genesis Part 59: Living Faithfully in the World
Genesis Part 59: Living Faithfully in the World | Genesis 21:22–33 In Genesis Part 59, we continue our study through the book of Genesis by examining Abraham's relationship with Abimelech in Genesis 21:22–33. This passage teaches believers how to faithfully navigate life in a world that does not...
-
Genesis Part 58 | The God Who Hears in the Wilderness
In Part 58 of our Genesis series, "The God Who Hears in the Wilderness," we study Genesis 21:15–21 and discover the faithfulness of God when every human resource has been exhausted. As Hagar and Ishmael face what appears to be certain death in the wilderness, Scripture reminds us that the end of...
-
Genesis Part 57 | The Son of Promise and the Pain of Separation
In Part 57 of our Genesis series, "The Son of Promise and the Pain of Separation," we examine Genesis 21:8–15 and the difficult but necessary distinction God makes in the unfolding of His covenant plan. As Isaac is weaned, celebration quickly gives way to testing when Ishmael's mocking threatens...
-
Genesis Part 56 | God Has Done What He Said
Genesis Part 56 | God Has Done What He Said Text: Genesis 21:1–7 God always keeps His promises. In this message from Genesis 21:1–7, we witness the long-awaited birth of Isaac and the fulfillment of God's covenant promise to Abraham and Sarah. After years of waiting, God did exactly what He said…
more -
Genesis Part 55 | When Fear Returns, God Remains Faithful
Genesis Part 55 | When Fear Returns, God Remains Faithful Genesis 20:1–18 Even after years of walking with God, Abraham falls back into a familiar pattern of fear and compromise. In Genesis 20, we are reminded that spiritual growth is real, but it is not always linear. Old fears can resurface…
more -
Genesis Part 54 | The Lingering Consequences of Compromise
Genesis Part 54 | The Lingering Consequences of Compromise Text: Genesis 19:30-38 In Genesis 19:30–38, we see that even after God's deliverance, the lingering effects of sin and compromise can remain. Lot has been rescued from Sodom, yet his story does not immediately become one of peace and...
-
Genesis Part 53: Mercy in the Midst of Judgment
Genesis Series Part 53: Mercy in the Midst of Judgment In this message from our Genesis series, we look at the sobering account of Sodom and Gomorrah and the powerful truth that God’s mercy is not fragile in the face of judgment. Even as judgment approaches, the Lord speaks, warns, and shows...
-
Genesis Part 52: When Sin Becomes Normal
Genesis Part 52: When Sin Becomes Normal Text: Genesis 19:1–11 In this message from Genesis 19:1–11, we examine the tragic account of Sodom and discover how sin progresses when people suppress God's truth and reject His authority. Big Idea: When people suppress the truth and reject God, sin does...
-
Genesis Part 51 — Drawn In: The Heart of God and the Prayer of His People
Genesis Part 51 — Drawn In: The Heart of God and the Prayer of His People 📖 Genesis 18:16–33 In this message from Genesis 18, we see how God draws His people near—not merely to give information, but to transform hearts. As Abraham walks closely with the Lord, God reveals His justice, His…
more -
Genesis Part 50 | Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord?
Genesis Part 50 | Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord? Text: Genesis 18:1–15 Even real faith struggles—but nothing is too hard for the Lord. In this message from Genesis 18, we see how God patiently reminds us of His promises, meets our doubts with grace, and calls us to trust Him even when life...
-
Genesis Part 49 | The God Who Draws Near
Genesis Part 49 | The God Who Draws Near Text: Genesis 18:1–8 In this message from Genesis 18, we explore the incredible truth that the God of the covenant is not distant or detached—He draws near to His people in grace. Through Abraham’s encounter with the Lord, we see both God’s initiative in...
-
Genesis Part 48 | The Child of Promise Declared
Genesis Part 48 | The Child of Promise Declared Text: Genesis 17:15–27 In this message, we explore how God clarifies His covenant promise to Abraham and Sarah, revealing that the child of promise comes through His grace—not human effort—and calling His people to respond in faith and obedience.…
more -
Genesis Part 47: Marked by the Covenant
Genesis Part 47: Marked by the Covenant | Genesis 17:9–14 In this sermon, we explore how God not only gives covenant promises but also marks out a people who belong to Him. Beginning with His grace, God calls His people to respond in faithful obedience—not out of legalism, but from a transformed...
-
Genesis Part 46 | The God Who Establishes His Covenant
The God Who Establishes His Covenant (Genesis 17:1–8). In this message we see God reveal Himself as El Shaddai before issuing commands, calling Abram to “walk before” Him and be wholehearted; covenant life begins with a right vision of God and flows from grace, not human effort. God takes the...
-
Genesis Part 45 | When We Try to Fulfill God’s Promise Our Way
In this message from Genesis 16:1–16, “When We Try to Fulfill God’s Promise Our Way,” we see how the pressure of waiting can tempt us to take control and rely on human effort instead of trusting God’s word. Abram and Sarai’s decision leads to conflict, broken relationships, and pain—reminding us...
-
Genesis Part 44 | The God Who Swears by Himself
In this message from Genesis 15:7–21, “The God Who Swears by Himself,” we see that God secures His promises not merely with words, but by binding Himself to them in covenant blood. When Abram asks, “How shall I know?” we’re reminded that faith can ask honest questions and bring them to God. In…
more -
Genesis Part 43 | Counted Righteous
In this message from Genesis 15:1–6, “Counted Righteous,” we see that righteousness before God comes not by works, but by believing His promise. God meets Abram in his fear, reminding us that even faithful believers struggle, and that His presence—not changed circumstances—is our true security....
-
Genesis Part 42 | Two Kings, Two Kingdoms
Genesis Part 42, “Two Kings, Two Kingdoms” (Genesis 14:17–24), we see that the greatest tests of faith often come after things go well—when we must decide who gets the credit, who we trust, and what kingdom we’re really building our lives on. Abram stands at a crossroads between reward and...
-
Genesis Part 41 | Faith in the Fog of War
In this message from Genesis 14:1–16, “Faith in the Fog of War,” we explore the powerful truth that faith does not retreat from a broken world—it trusts God enough to act within it. As kingdoms rise and fall in conflict, we are reminded that earthly systems promise security but cannot ultimately...
-
Genesis Part 40 | Lift Up Your Eyes: The Promise Reaffirmed
In this message from Genesis 13:14–18 (Genesis Series Part 40), we see God reaffirm His promise to Abram after his separation from Lot. The big idea of the passage is that when surrender strips away our illusion of control, God reaffirms His promise and calls us to walk by faith in what He has...
-
Genesis Part 39 | Faith That Walks by Promise, Not Sight
Genesis Part 39 | Faith That Walks by Promise, Not Sight 📖 Text: Genesis 13:1–13 In this message from Genesis 13:1–13, we explore a powerful truth: Faith is not proven by getting everything right, but by where we return after failure—and by how we trust God when obedience feels costly and hard....
-
Genesis Part 38 | Fear, Failure, and the Faithfulness of God
Genesis Part 38 | Fear, Failure, and the Faithfulness of God 📖 Genesis 12:10–20 Big Idea: Even true faith can be shaken by fear, but God’s saving purposes rest on His faithfulness—not the strength of our faith. In Genesis 12:10–20, Abram obeys God and enters the promised land, only to face…
more -
Genesis Part 37: Faith on the Way
Genesis Part 37: Faith on the Way 📖 Genesis 12:4–9 In this sermon from our Genesis series, we follow Abram as he begins to walk out the promise God has already spoken. Having been called by grace in Genesis 12:1–3, Abram now responds in faith—not by earning God’s favor, but by trusting God’s…
more -
Genesis Part 36: A Promise That Changes the World
Genesis Part 36: A Promise That Changes the World 📖 Genesis 12:1–3 In this sermon from our Genesis series, we come to one of the great turning points of Scripture. After humanity’s repeated failure—from the fall, to the flood, to the tower of Babel—God does not respond with a new law or a new...
-
Genesis Part 35 | From Babel to Blessing
Genesis – Part 35 | From Babel to Blessing 📖 Genesis 11:27–32 In this sermon, we move from the pride of Babel to the promise of blessing as God begins His redemptive work through Abram. This passage reminds us that God’s saving purposes do not start with impressive people or perfect…
more -
Genesis Part 34 | “Let Us Make a Name for Ourselves”
Genesis Part 34 | “Let Us Make a Name for Ourselves” 📖 Genesis 11:1–9 In this sermon from our Genesis series, we examine the story of the Tower of Babel and the human desire for identity, unity, and security apart from God. Though united in purpose, humanity sought to make a name for itself…
more -
Advent Part 3 | The Light Has Come: Christ the Light of the World
Advent Part 3 | The Light Has Come: Christ the Light of the World 📖 John 1:1–14 In this third message of our Advent series, we turn our attention to one of the most profound truths of Scripture: the Light has come into the world—and the darkness has not overcome it. John’s Gospel opens by...
-
Advent Part 2 — The King in the Cradle: God’s Covenant Faithfulness in Bethlehem
Advent Part 2 — The King in the Cradle: God’s Covenant Faithfulness in Bethlehem 📖 Micah 5:2–5a God often works through what the world overlooks. In this Advent message, we journey to Bethlehem—the humble town God chose to bring forth the promised King. From an ancient prophecy to a newborn…
more -
Advent Part 1 – The Seed of the Woman: Hope in the Shadow of the Fall
Advent Part 1 – The Seed of the Woman: Hope in the Shadow of the Fall Genesis 3:15 In this first message of the Advent series, we look back to the very beginning of Scripture to understand our deepest longing for restoration. Genesis 3:15—often called the First Gospel—reveals God’s promise of a...
-
Genesis Part 32 – The God of All Nations: His Sovereign Hand
Genesis Part 32 – The God of All Nations: His Sovereign Hand Genesis 10:1–32 Genesis 10 shows that God rules over all peoples and directs the course of history. From Noah’s sons spreading across the earth to the rise of nations and empires, Scripture reminds us that nothing is outside His…
more -
Genesis Part 31 – The Seeds of Sin and the Promise of Grace
Genesis Part 31 – The Seeds of Sin and the Promise of Grace Genesis 9:18–29 In this message we explore the sobering but hope-filled account of Noah’s final days. Even after God cleansed the world through the flood, sin remained deeply rooted in the human heart. Yet in the midst of human failure,...
-
Genesis Part 30: The Everlasting Covenant: Common Grace and the Gospel
Genesis Part 30: The Everlasting Covenant: Common Grace and the Gospel In Genesis 9:7–17, God establishes an everlasting covenant with Noah and all creation—a covenant of preservation rooted in His common grace. This promise ensures that the world will be sustained until His redemptive purpose in...
-
Always Reforming– Holding Fast to the One True Gospel
Always Reforming– Holding Fast to the One True Gospel In this sermon from Galatians 1:6–10, we are reminded that the church must always return to and reform around the one true gospel of Jesus Christ. Paul warns that turning from the gospel is turning from Christ Himself, and that any attempt to...
-
Genesis Part 29: The Sacredness of Life and the Renewal of Dominion
Genesis Part 29 – “The Sacredness of Life and the Renewal of Dominion” 📖 Text: Genesis 9:1–6 In this message, Pastor Sherman Burkhead unpacks the profound truth that all human life is sacred because it is created in the image of God. After the flood, God renews His covenant blessing with Noah,...
-
Genesis Part 28 – The First Altar: Worship After Deliverance
Genesis Part 28 – “The First Altar: Worship After Deliverance” In this message from Genesis 8:20, Pastor Sherman Burkhead explores how Noah’s first act after the flood was to worship. Before rebuilding, before working—Noah built an altar. True worship, the sermon reminds us, is the fitting…
more -
Genesis Part 27: Trusting and Waiting on God
n this sermon, “Trusting and Waiting on God” from Genesis 8:6–19, Pastor Sherman Burkhead explores how God calls His people to trust His timing, walk by faith, and patiently wait on His word. Through Noah’s story, we see a powerful example of faith under testing. Noah sends out a raven that never...
-
Genesis Part 25: Entering the Ark: God’s Salvation Amid Judgment
Genesis Part 25 – “Entering the Ark: God’s Salvation Amid Judgment” Genesis 7:1–16 In this sermon, Pastor Sherman Burkhead continues the Genesis: From Creation to Covenant series, exploring one of the most sobering and hope-filled moments in Scripture—Noah’s entrance into the ark. Even as…
more -
Genesis Part 24: Corruption and Covenant
Genesis Part 24: Corruption and Covenant 📖 Genesis 6:11–22 In this sermon we see the sobering reality of human corruption and the glorious hope of God’s covenant grace. In Noah’s day, sin had spread universally, filling the earth with violence and wickedness, and in God’s sight judgment was...
-
Genesis Part 23: “The Righteousness of Noah”
Genesis Part 23: “The Righteousness of Noah” 📖 Text: Genesis 6:9 In this sermon, we see that Noah’s righteousness was not earned through works but was a gift of God’s grace, received by faith, and demonstrated in a life of obedience. His example stands in contrast to false teachings of legalism,...
-
Genesis Part 22: “But Noah Found Favor”
Genesis Part 22: “But Noah Found Favor” Text: Genesis 6:5–8 In this sermon we see the depth of human depravity, the grief of a holy God, and the justice of divine judgment. Yet in the midst of corruption, Noah found favor—not by his own merit, but by God’s sovereign grace, pointing us to Christ,...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Christ follower/husband/father/senior pastor at First Baptist Church in Boron, Ca.
HOSTED BY
Sherman Burkhead
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Pastor Sherman Burkhead have?
Pastor Sherman Burkhead currently has 500 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Pastor Sherman Burkhead about?
Christ follower/husband/father/senior pastor at First Baptist Church in Boron, Ca.
How often does Pastor Sherman Burkhead release new episodes?
Pastor Sherman Burkhead publishes regularly with 500 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Pastor Sherman Burkhead?
You can listen to Pastor Sherman Burkhead on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Pastor Sherman Burkhead?
Pastor Sherman Burkhead is created and hosted by Sherman Burkhead.
URL copied to clipboard!