Reformation Baptist Church Wetumpka

In Malachi 2:10–16, God confronts His people over covenant unfaithfulness—both toward Him and within their marriages. Pastor Brandon Scroggins explains how faithfulness in the home is inseparably connected to our worship, our witness, and our walk with God. Marriage is more than a human agreement. It is a covenant made before God, and the Lord Himself stands as witness to that covenant. This passage warns against marrying unbelievers, treating marriage lightly, abandoning covenant faithfulness, and attempting to worship God while knowingly living in rebellion. But Malachi also points us beyond our own failures to the perfect faithfulness of God. Though we have been unfaithful to Him, Christ pursued His people, bore the judgment our sins deserved, and purchased His bride through His own blood. The call is clear: repent, believe the gospel, pursue Christ, and seek faithfulness in your marriage, family, church, and worship.

What happens when God’s covenant people begin to live faithlessly toward God and toward one another? In Malachi 2:10–12, the Lord confronts His people with the seriousness of covenant treachery. Though they share one Father and one Creator, they have dealt faithlessly with one another, profaned what God has made holy, and attempted to maintain outward worship while disregarding covenant faithfulness in their lives. Pastor Brandon Scroggins shows how the problem develops like falling dominoes: doubting the love of God produces corrupted worship, broken relationships, compromised families, and ultimately the loss of God’s blessing. Yet the passage also points us toward the faithfulness of God and our need for the grace found in Jesus Christ and the New Covenant. This sermon examines three movements in Malachi’s warning: 1. Betraying God’s People Because believers have one Father and belong to one covenant family, our personal faithfulness has consequences for the whole body. Christianity is not merely an individual relationship with God—we are members of one another. 2. Profaning God’s Holiness Judah’s intermarriage with those devoted to false gods demonstrated a deeper spiritual betrayal. Scripture warns believers against covenant unions that compromise loyalty to Christ and reminds us that the church is now the temple of the living God. 3. Severing God’s Blessing Malachi closes this section with a severe warning against outward worship coupled with inward rebellion. God will not be mocked by religious appearances while His covenant is knowingly despised. The call is to remember whose we are. God has been faithful to His people, and those who belong to Christ are called to walk in covenant faithfulness toward Him, toward the church, and within the family. 📖 Primary Text: Malachi 2:10–12 🎙️ Pastor: Brandon Scroggins ⛪ Reformation Baptist Church

In Malachi 2:4–9, Pastor Brandon Scroggins examines God’s covenant with Levi—a covenant of life and peace—and the powerful contrast between faithful, God-fearing leadership and the devastating influence of those who turn aside from God’s ways. Throughout Scripture, God establishes covenants as the framework through which He relates to His people. In Malachi, the Lord reminds the priests of the faithful example they had received: men who feared God, guarded His truth, walked in uprightness, and turned many away from sin. Yet the priests of Malachi’s generation had corrupted that covenant, departed from God’s way, and caused others to stumble. This passage is not merely a warning for pastors and church leaders. It is a call for every Christian to consider the influence of his or her life. What fills our mouths? Do we guard the truth of God’s Word? Are we walking with God in peace and uprightness? Are our lives helping turn others toward righteousness—or causing them to stumble? Ultimately, the life and peace pictured in the covenant with Levi point us to Jesus Christ, our perfect High Priest. Sin must be put to death for true peace to exist, and Christ alone provides the atonement, life, and peace sinners desperately need. Scripture: Malachi 2:4–9 Preacher: Pastor Brandon Scroggins Church: Reformation Baptist Church

What kind of worship does God accept? In Malachi, God confronts His people—and especially the priests—for offering Him polluted, halfhearted, second-rate worship. They had grown weary of worship, treated the Lord’s table with contempt, and offered God what cost them little. Yet the Lord declares, “I am a great King,” and His name will be feared and made great among the nations. In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins continues through Malachi and examines the seriousness of worship before a holy God. Malachi’s vivid warning of “dung on your faces” exposes the shame of worship that dishonors God and refuses to take His Word to heart. But the passage ultimately points us beyond Israel’s failed priests and unacceptable sacrifices to Jesus Christ—the perfect High Priest and the spotless sacrifice through whom believers are reconciled to God and offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to Him. The sermon concludes with practical application for Christians and families: How should we prepare our hearts, homes, and lives for corporate worship on the Lord’s Day? Rather than approaching worship as a burden or afterthought, believers are called to come with reverence, faith, love, preparation, and eagerness to receive the Word of God. Scripture: Malachi 1:11–2:3 Pastor: Brandon Scroggins Church: Reformation Baptist Church

In this sermon from Matthew 26, guest preacher Brent Madding examines the striking similarities—and the eternal difference—between Peter and Judas. Both men were called by Christ, personally taught by Christ, witnessed His miracles, served in ministry, experienced satanic temptation, and publicly betrayed the Lord. Yet one was restored while the other was lost. What made the difference? Judas wanted the benefits that came from following Jesus, but Peter wanted Jesus Himself. Judas experienced guilt without true repentance, while Peter’s love for Christ produced brokenness, repentance, and restoration. This message calls every professing Christian to examine his or her heart. Are we merely attached to Christianity, or do we genuinely love Jesus Christ? It also reminds believers that although a true Christian may fall grievously, Christ preserves His people, prays for them, restores them, and strengthens them by His grace. Primary Text: Matthew 26 Preacher: Brent Madding Church: Reformation Baptist Church

Can we worship the true God in the wrong way? In Malachi 1:6–11, the Lord rebukes His people for offering careless, polluted, and halfhearted worship. Rather than bringing their first and best, they brought God what was unwanted and worthless. Pastor Brandon Scroggins explains why God deserves our highest honor, reverence, preparation, and devotion. This passage calls us to repent of apathetic worship, seek God’s mercy, and rest in Jesus Christ—the spotless Lamb whose perfect sacrifice makes the worship of His people acceptable before God. From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord will be great among the nations. Scripture: Malachi 1:6–11 Pastor: Brandon Scroggins Church: Reformation Baptist Church

The Unchanging Covenant Love of God Scripture: Malachi 1:2–5 In this expositional sermon from Malachi 1:2–5, Pastor Brandon Scroggins examines one of the most profound declarations in all of Scripture: "I have loved you," says the LORD. When God's people questioned His love because of difficult circumstances, the Lord responded by pointing them back to His sovereign covenant faithfulness. This message explores the assurance of God's love, His sovereign election, the relationship between God's love and holiness, and why believers must walk by faith rather than by sight. Whether you are struggling with doubt, suffering, or questioning God's goodness, this sermon reminds us that God's love is not measured by our circumstances but by His eternal covenant fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: Love Stronger Than Death 05:07 - "I Have Loved You" (Malachi 1:2–5) 06:27 - God's Declaration of Covenant Love 10:20 - Love Before Command: Grace Before Obedience 13:16 - Why Does God Love His People? (Deuteronomy 7) 15:25 - "How Have You Loved Us?" Israel's Question 18:52 - How Has God Not Loved You? 23:29 - Walking by Faith, Not by Sight 26:06 - God's Loving Discipline (Hebrews 12) 28:15 - Assurance of Salvation & the 1689 Confession 31:24 - Jacob and Esau: God's Sovereign Choice 35:00 - God's Sovereign Grace Displayed End - Final Exhortation & Gospel Application Key Themes • Malachi 1:2–5 Explained • The Covenant Love of God • Assurance of Salvation • God's Sovereign Election • Walking by Faith, Not by Sight • God's Loving Discipline • The Faithfulness of God • Reformed Baptist Theology • Expository Preaching • The Gospel of Jesus Christ If this sermon encouraged you, consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and sharing it with someone who needs the assurance of God's unchanging love. Reformation Baptist Church Central Alabama #Malachi #ReformedTheology #ExpositoryPreaching #BrandonScroggins #ReformationBaptistChurch #1689Federalism #BibleStudy #ChristianSermon #CovenantTheology #JesusChrist

What should we do when our worship becomes routine, our hearts grow cold, and our confidence in God begins to weaken? In this introductory sermon from the book of Malachi, Pastor Brandon Scroggins explains how God confronted a people who had returned from exile, rebuilt the temple, and resumed religious activity—yet had drifted into spiritual apathy. Their deepest problem was not political, cultural, or economic. It was spiritual. Malachi speaks directly to many struggles believers still face today: doubting God’s love, offering Him our leftovers, growing weary in obedience, questioning His justice, neglecting faithful worship, and becoming comfortable with the world around us. Through Malachi 1:1 and an overview of the book, this message explores the historical setting, prophetic purpose, major themes, and gospel hope of God’s final Old Testament prophet. Malachi’s message is both a warning and an invitation: return to the Lord, remember His covenant faithfulness, and look to Jesus Christ—the promised Sun of Righteousness who brings healing, reconciliation, liberty, and joy. Sermon: Where to Turn When Worship Grows Cold Scripture: Malachi 1:1 Preacher: Pastor Brandon Scroggins Church: Reformation Baptist Church Location: Central Alabama

Honoring Civil Government While Resisting Unlawful Tyrants How should Christians think about civil government? What does Romans 13 actually teach? Is there ever a biblical justification for resisting tyranny? In this Independence Day message, Pastor Brandon Scroggins examines Scripture's teaching on civil government, authority, justice, and Christian citizenship. Beginning with the historical foundations surrounding America's founding, this sermon ultimately points believers to the supreme authority of King Jesus and His perfect rule over every nation. From Romans 13, Proverbs, Exodus, Acts, and throughout Scripture, we explore God's design for civil government, the purpose of lawful authority, and the biblical principles that guide Christians in honoring governing authorities while remaining faithful to Christ above all. Whether you're studying biblical government, Christian citizenship, or seeking a biblical worldview regarding authority and liberty, this sermon offers a rich, Scripture-saturated exposition.

What does the Bible teach about nations, civil government, Christian citizenship, and the lordship of Jesus Christ over all things? In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins continues the Nationalism 250 series with a message titled “Prayerful Labor for a Revival of Christendom.” This sermon examines the biblical place of nations, the meaning of Christendom, the relationship between church and state, the dangers of secular neutrality, and the Christian’s responsibility as a citizen of both heaven and earth. From Genesis 10–11 to Acts 17, Jeremiah 29, Romans 13, 1 Timothy 2, Philippians 3, and Psalm 33, this message calls believers to repent, pray, build, disciple, and labor faithfully for the glory of Christ in family, church, community, and nation. Pastor Brandon also addresses Christian nationalism, civil magistrates, the sovereignty of God, the dignity and depravity of man, the separation of church and state, and the need for revival beginning in our own hearts. 📖 Key Scriptures: Acts 17:26, Jeremiah 29:5–7, Philippians 3:20, 1 Timothy 2:1–4, Psalm 33:12, Proverbs 14:34 🎙️ Preached at Reformation Baptist Church in Central Alabama ⛪ Pastor: Brandon Scroggins

In this Father’s Day sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins continues the series on biblical nationhood by looking at the kind of men God used in the making of America. This message highlights the Great Awakening, the Minutemen, and especially the often-forgotten Black Robe Regiment—the bold, Bible-preaching pastors who thundered the whole counsel of God from their pulpits and helped shape a generation of courageous Christian men. Long before the first shots of the War for Independence were fired, faithful pastors were teaching Scripture, forming families, discipling churches, confronting tyranny, and applying the Lordship of Christ to every area of life. From Peter Muhlenberg to James Caldwell, this sermon calls men to recover biblical courage, sacrificial responsibility, watchfulness, strength, and love. Pastor Brandon then turns to 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, where Paul commands the church: “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.” Preached at Reformation Baptist Church in Central Alabama.

In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins examines the providence of God in the making of a nation, showing from Scripture that God is sovereign over nations, rulers, history, and every detail of our lives. From Acts 17, 1 Kings 22, Daniel, Ezra, and other passages, we are reminded that no nation rises or falls by accident, and no ruler governs outside the hand of Almighty God. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, this message calls Christians to rightly understand nationhood, providence, responsibility, patriotism, and the lordship of Jesus Christ over all things. God governs the affairs of men, and His people must trust Him, obey Him, and labor faithfully where He has planted them. “The providence of God includes lives, families, churches, nations, and even global empires. He holds the whole world in His hands.”

In this final sermon through 2 Corinthians, Pastor Brandon Scroggins brings the 53-message journey through Paul’s second inspired letter to a close. After 126 total sermons through 1 and 2 Corinthians, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness to mature His church one verse at a time through the expositional preaching of His Word. Paul ends 2 Corinthians with a powerful closing charge and one of the most beautiful benedictions in Scripture. In 2 Corinthians 13:11–14, the church is called to receive and pursue the refreshing mercies of heaven: joy, restoration, comfort, unity, peace, God’s presence, holy affection, grace, love, and fellowship. This sermon is a rich reminder that Christ is building His church through grace, truth, repentance, discipline, comfort, unity, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. May we be a church reformed and always being reformed according to the Word of God. Preached at Reformation Baptist Church in Central Alabama Pastor: Brandon Scroggins Text: 2 Corinthians 13:11–14 Sermon Title: The Refreshing Mercies of Heaven

What does it mean to “examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith”? In this sermon from 2 Corinthians 13:5–10, Pastor Brandon Scroggins preaches on the necessity of spiritual self-examination, the danger of false assurance, and the comfort of looking outside ourselves to Jesus Christ. Paul’s command is not a call to endless fear or morbid introspection, but to honest examination before God, dedication to what is right, and restoration through Christ. True Christians must beware of two dangerous ditches: presuming upon cheap grace on one side, and living in constant self-condemnation on the other. Our hope is not found by endlessly looking within, but by looking to Christ, who saves, restores, and builds up His people. This sermon was preached at Reformation Baptist Church in Central Alabama by Pastor Brandon Scroggins. Scripture Text: 2 Corinthians 13:5–10 Sermon Title: An Eternal Examination Preacher: Pastor Brandon Scroggins Church: Reformation Baptist Church

Sermon Title: “The Biblical Use of Church Discipline” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 13:1-4 1. The Necessity of Personal and Accountable Relationships (2 Cor 13:1a) 2. The Necessity of Established and Witnessed Charges (2 Cor 13:1b) 3. The Necessity of Authority and Rebuke (2 Cor 13:3) 4. The Necessity of Humility and Power (2 Cor 13:3-4

In this sermon, “Autopsy of a Dead Church,” Pastor Brandon Scroggins exposits 2 Corinthians 12:16–21, warning the church against the sins that weaken, divide, and destroy the people of God. Beginning with Charles Spurgeon and the Downgrade Controversy, this message shows how doctrinal compromise, slander, bitterness, gossip, pride, disorder, and unrepentant sin grieve the Holy Spirit and threaten the health of a local church. Yet the hope of the gospel remains: God’s kindness leads His people to repentance, holiness, forgiveness, and the fruit of the Spirit. Paul models faithful Christian endurance by loving when unloved, building up when torn down, confronting error with godly concern, and mourning over sin with the heart of Christ. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:16–21 Sermon Title: Autopsy of a Dead Church Preacher: Pastor Brandon Scroggins Church: Reformation Baptist Church, Central Alabama Subscribe for expositional preaching, Reformed Baptist teaching, and Christ-centered sermons from Reformation Baptist Church.

In this expositional sermon from Psalm 128, Pastor Brandon Scroggins explores God’s beautiful design for the Christian home and the blessings that flow from fearing the Lord. On this Mother’s Day message, we consider biblical womanhood, faithful motherhood, diligent labor, and the generational impact of a God-centered family. Drawing from the life of Charles Spurgeon and the influence of his godly mother, this sermon calls men, women, and children to pursue lives ordered by the Word of God. As our culture seeks to redefine marriage, family, and womanhood, Psalm 128 reminds us that true blessing is found in walking in God’s ways. Whether you are a mother, father, single adult, or child, this message offers timeless wisdom for building a home that honors Christ and leaves a legacy for generations to come. Sermon Text: Psalm 128 1. The Fear of God (Psalm 128:1) 2. The Fruit of God (Psalm 128:2) 3. The Woman of God (Psalm 128:3a) 4. The Children of God (Psalm 128:3b) 5. The Man of God (Psalm 128:4) 6. The Blessing of God (Psalm 128:5-6

Sermon Title: “To Spend and Be Spent” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 12:11-18 1. Defending a Faithful Man (2 Corinthians 12:11) 2. Proving the True Apostle (2 Corinthians 12:12-13) 3. Loving when Unloved (2 Corinthians 12:14-15) 4. Enduring when Slandered (2 Corinthians 12:16-18)          

In this expositional sermon from 2 Corinthians 12:7–10, Pastor Brandon Scroggins walks through one of the most powerful passages in Scripture—reminding us that God’s grace is not just saving grace, but sustaining grace for every trial. When life turns bitter and difficult, believers are called to trust that God’s grace is sufficient—even in weakness, suffering, and affliction. This message explores how God uses trials, even a “thorn in the flesh,” to humble us, sanctify us, and display His power through our weakness. 📖 Main Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7–10 🎙️ Series: 2 Corinthians Expositional Study ⛪ Church: Reformation Baptist Church (Central Alabama)

What is heaven really like? Can it be described? In this expositional sermon from 2 Corinthians 12:1–6, Pastor Brandon Scroggins walks through the Apostle Paul’s rare and mysterious account of being “caught up to the third heaven.” While many today claim visions and experiences, Paul’s response is striking—he refuses to boast and instead points us to the sufficiency of God’s Word and the humility produced by true encounters with divine glory. This sermon challenges us to think biblically about heaven, eternity, and how a heavenly perspective shapes our lives right now. Rather than chasing subjective experiences, we are called to fix our eyes on Christ and live in light of the glory to come.

In this powerful Easter sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins walks through the undeniable truth of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in Mark 16. From the suffering of Good Friday to the glory of Resurrection Sunday, this message presents one clear conclusion—there is only one explanation: God raised His Son from the dead. Through biblical evidence, eyewitness testimony, and fulfilled prophecy, we examine the historical and theological reality of the empty tomb and what it means for our lives today. This sermon will challenge you to consider the truth of the gospel, the authority of Christ, and the eternal implications of the resurrection. 👉 Do you believe this?  For more information about Reformation Baptist Church and for related resources, click here: https://www.rbcwetumpka.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rbcwetumpka Copyright © 2026, Reformation Baptist Church. All rights reserved.

Sermon Title: “The Distress and Delight of the Cross” Sermon Text: Psalm 22 1. Painful Desertion from God (verses 1-2) 2. Past Dependability of God (verses 3-5) 3. Present Derision from Mockers (verses 6-8) 4. Personal Desperation for God (verses 9-11) 5. Private Despair within Man (verses 12-18) 6. Pursued Deliverance by God (verses 19-21) 7. Glad Delight among God’s People (verses 22-26) 8. Global Devotion to God’s Glory (verses 27-31)

In this final message from our series “The Badge of True Discipleship,” Pastor Brandon Scroggins walks through 2 Corinthians 11:16–33, highlighting the true marks of a faithful servant of Christ. While the world values strength, success, and status, Scripture reveals that suffering, weakness, and sacrificial love for the church are the true evidences of genuine discipleship. The Apostle Paul’s life serves as a powerful example—enduring hardship not for personal gain, but out of deep love and concern for Christ’s bride. This sermon brings us to the heart of Paul’s burden: not merely his physical suffering, but his daily weight of concern for the church. What does it mean to truly care for the people of God? And how should we respond as members of Christ’s body? Be encouraged and challenged as we see that Christ strengthens His people through suffering and is faithfully building His church for His glory.

In this sermon from 2 Corinthians 11, we continue examining Paul’s “fool’s speech” and the humble sufferings that mark a true servant of Christ. Scripture shows that faithful discipleship is not measured by pride, pedigree, or self-promotion, but by endurance, weakness, and steadfast faithfulness in the midst of affliction. Pastor Brandon walks through Paul’s sufferings, dangers, and hardships, showing that suffering is often the badge of true discipleship. This message calls believers to discern false teachers, embrace faithfulness to Christ, and rest in the sovereign care of God through every trial. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:58 Why do believers suffer? 5:17 Sermon title: The Badge of True Discipleship, Part 2 6:19 Five dangers in 2 Corinthians 11 8:29 The family line of a faithful man 9:47 The humble sufferings of a faithful man 12:48 Paul’s imprisonments, beatings, and near-death afflictions 16:48 Dangers on every side 19:25 Danger from rivers and robbers 22:08 Danger from Paul’s own people 26:24 Danger from the Gentiles 28:22 Danger in the city, wilderness, and sea 32:03 Danger from false brothers 34:14 Toil, hardship, and sleepless nights 39:30 Hunger, thirst, fasting, cold, and exposure 43:10 2 Corinthians 6 and the marks of faithful ministry 47:17 Hebrews 11 and the pattern of suffering saints 49:30 Christ’s suffering and the believer’s hope 50:50 Blessed are those persecuted for righteousness’ sake 52:04 Closing prayer At Reformation Baptist Church, we are committed to the faithful preaching of God’s Word, the gospel of Jesus Christ, and the building up of Christ’s church. #2Corinthians11 #ExpositoryPreaching #ChristianSuffering #Faithfulness #ReformationBaptistChurch

Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 11:21-28 Sermon Title "The Badge of True Discipleship: Part 1 of 2"   Recorded Sunday, March 8th of 2026

In this special message at Reformation Baptist Church, Pastor John Huffman explores the biblical theme of stones of witness throughout Scripture. From Jacob’s personal encounter with God at Bethel to Samuel’s Ebenezer after victory over the Philistines, the Bible repeatedly calls God’s people to remember His faithfulness. These memorial stones remind believers of God’s promises, miracles, covenant faithfulness, and victories. Pastor Huffman challenges Christians and families today to establish their own “Ebenezers”—spiritual markers that testify to the work of God in their lives and instruct future generations in His faithfulness. Through the stories of Bethel, Gilgal, Shechem, and Ebenezer, this message calls believers to remember what God has done, renew their covenant commitment to Him, and press forward in faith for the glory of Christ. “Till now the Lord has helped us.” – 1 Samuel 7:12

Sermon Title: “A Cancer in the Church” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 11:16-22 As we come to 2 Cor 11:16-22, we see 2 realities regarding our response to frauds and fools among believers: 1. Defending yourself before Fools: When and Why? (2 Cor 11:16-18) 2. Exposing Fools as Frauds: Who and How? (2 Cor 11:19-22) • Danger #1: One Wise in His own Eyes (v. 19) • Danger #2: One Willingly Exploited by Frauds (v. 20) • Danger #3: One Full of Himself (v. 21) • Danger #4: One Priding Himself in Empty Pedigree (v. 22)   Recorded Sunday, February 22nd of 2026

Sermon Title: “Servants of Satan: The Person and Ploys of the Devil” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 11:12-15 Now, as we come to 2 Corinthians 11:12-15, things turn dark as … Paul Unmasks 3 Frauds in the church: 1. The Disciples in Apostolic Deceit: Deceivers disguised as Men of God (2 Cor 11:12-13) 2. The Devil in Angelic Disguise: Satan disguised as an Angel of Light (2 Cor 11:14) 3. The Demons in Pious Dress: Demons disguised as Ministers of Righteousness (2 Cor 11:15)   Recorded Sunday, February 16th of 2026

Sermon Title: “The Great Hoax of Spiritual Seduction: Part 2” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 11:4-11 As we continue in 2 Corinthians 11:1-11, Paul lays out his most fundamental concern in the church- that you would be distracted from and deceived in your spiritual devotion to Christ! 1. You have been committed to Christ (2 Corinthians 11:1-2) 2. You are being deceived in your devotion (2 Corinthians 11:3-4) 3. You desperately need discernment in your judgment (2 Corinthians 11:5-6) 4. You can trust a ministry of humble, sacrificial service (2 Corinthians 11:7-11)

Sermon Title: “The Great Hoax of Spiritual Seduction” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 11:1-3 1.You have been committed to Christ (2 Cor 11:1-2) 2. You are being deceived in your devotion (2 Cor 11:3-4) Recorded Sunday, February 1st of 2026

In this expositional sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins of Reformation Baptist Church unpacks the Apostle Paul’s teaching in 2 Corinthians 10:12–18, addressing the danger of self-commendation, comparison, and the true measure of a faithful ministry. Drawing from Old and New Testament examples—from Gideon to King Herod, from Corinth to modern culture—this message confronts our temptation to boast in ourselves rather than in the Lord. We live in an age dominated by social media boasting, insecurity masked by pride, and spiritual one-upmanship. But Paul gives us a different metric: faithfulness, humility, God-given authority, and Christ-exalting boasting. 🔍 Whether you're a church leader, a parent, or a young believer wrestling with comparison, this sermon offers rich, biblical clarity and deep encouragement.   Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18 1. We don’t measure ourselves by those who commend themselves (2 Cor 10:12) 2. We don’t boast beyond the limits that God has allotted to us (2 Cor 10:13-14) 3. We don’t take credit for the work that others have done (2 Cor 10:15-16) 4. We boast in the Lord and live for His approval (2 Cor 10:17-18)   Recorded Sunday, January 25th of 2026

Sermon Title: “For Building Up and Not Tearing Down” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 10:7-11 In 2 Corinthians 10:7-11, we find 5 aspects of authority that Paul displays in the church: 1. Authority that is secure in Christ and not selfish in motive (2 Cor 10:7) 2. Authority that is assertive and not arrogant (2 Cor 10:8a) 3. Authority that builds up and doesn’t tear down (2 Cor 10:8b) 4. Authority that puts terror in your enemies and loving-respect in your people (2 Cor 10:9-10) 5. Authority that is spoken and acted upon (2 Cor 10:11)   Recorded Sunday, January 18th of 2026

Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 1. The Passion of our Hearts: Humble Surrender before God (2 Cor 10:1-2) 2. The Weapons of our Warfare: In the Flesh but not of the Flesh (2 Cor 10:3-4) 3. The Target of our Mission: Submission of every Thought to Truth (2 Cor 10:5-6)

As we enter a new year, Pastor Brandon Scroggins calls us to step back and ask a foundational question: Where are we going—and why? In this sermon, we examine the biblical DNA, covenantal commitments, and mission of Reformation Baptist Church. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and the powerful example of King Alfred the Great, this message lays out the aim, trajectory, and calling of the Christian life—both individually and corporately. This is a call to intentional living, covenant faithfulness, sacrificial love, and joyful obedience under the lordship of Christ. This sermon unpacks: The purpose of the local church Why covenant membership matters How Christians are called to love Christ supremely What it means to care for one another as a covenant family Why every believer is saved to serve The centrality of family worship and discipleship The mission of gospel witness to the nations Walking faithfully in a decaying culture Trusting God’s sovereignty as we march forward together “We are not saved to sit. We are saved to serve.” May God grant us grace to be faithful with the one life He has given us—for His glory and our good. 📍 Reformation Baptist Church – Central Alabama 📅 Sermon Date: January 2026 🎙 Pastor: Brandon Scroggins  

Join us for this special post-Christmas sermon where Pastor Brandon Scroggins steps away from our regular exposition in 2 Corinthians to refocus our hearts on the mission and convictions of Reformation Baptist Church. Each year, the first sermon after Christmas is a time to renew our covenant commitments, evaluate our trajectory, and remind ourselves why we exist as a local body of believers. Pastor Brandon walks through our church covenant, revisits the resolutions of Jonathan Edwards, and casts a vision for 2026 rooted in Scripture, prayer, holiness, and joyful, gospel-centered mission. If you're a member, new attender, or just exploring what Reformation Baptist Church is all about—this is the sermon to hear.

Sermon Title: “God of God, Light of Light” Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 3:16 1. The Mystery (1 Tim 3:16) 2. The Flesh (1 Tim 3:16) 3. The Spirit (1 Tim 3:16) 4. The Angels (1 Tim 3:16) 5. The Nations (1 Tim 3:16) 6. The World (1 Tim 3:16) 7. The Glory (1 Tim 3:16)   Recorded Sunday, December 21st of 2025

Sermon Title: “The Unspeakable Gift of God” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 9:11-15 1. The Purpose of Generosity (v.11) 2. The Result of Generosity (v.12) 3. The Witness of Generosity (vv.13-14) 4. The Grace of Generosity (v.15)   Recorded Sunday, December 14th of 2025

Sermon Title: “Giving that Pleases God” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 9:6-10 1. The Principle of Generosity (2 Cor 9:6) 2. The Manner of Generosity (2 Cor 9:7) 3. The Promise of Generosity (2 Cor 9:8) 4. The Legacy of Generosity (2 Cor 9:9) 5. The Provision of Generosity (2 Cor 9:10)

Sermon Title: “The Model Church” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 9:1-5 1. A church that stirs others up to action (2 Cor 9:1-2) 2. A church that needs stirring up to action (2 Cor 9:3-5)   Recorded Sunday, November 30th of 2025

Sermon Title: “Personal Examples of Persistent Faithfulness” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24 1. A Devoted Churchman (Titus) (2 Cor 8:16-17) 2. A Courageous Evangelist (a Gospel-preacher) (2 Cor 8:18-19) 3. The Blameless Ministers (Paul and his team) (2 Cor 8:20-21) 4. The Tested Brother (Paul’s brother in the faith) (2 Cor 8:22) 5. The Trusted Partner (Titus) (2 Cor 8:23a) 6. The Messengers of Glory (A Band of Brothers) (2 Cor 8:23b) 7. The Church of Jesus Christ (Corinth and others) (2 Cor 8:24)

Sermon Title: “Living and Dying Together as One” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 8:10-15 1. A Beneficial Desire (2 Cor 8:10) 2. A Completed Act (2 Cor 8:11) 3. An Acceptable Offering (2 Cor 8:12) 4. A Supplied Church (2 Cor 8:13-14) 5. A Biblical Example (2 Cor 8:15)

📖 Sermon Title: Marks of a Mature Church 📅 Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025 🎙️ Preacher: Pastor Brandon Scroggins 📍 Reformation Baptist Church – Central Alabama What defines a truly successful church? Is it buildings, budgets, and baptisms—or is it something far deeper? In this expositional sermon from 2 Corinthians 8:1–9, Pastor Brandon Scroggins leads us through Paul’s exhortation to the Corinthian church to complete their offering to the struggling believers in Jerusalem. Along the way, we are challenged to examine the marks of maturity in our own lives and church: faith, speech, knowledge, earnestness, and love. Ultimately, the sermon draws our attention to the gospel-centered motivation behind all true generosity: the self-emptying love of Christ. Though He was rich, He became poor so that we might become eternally rich through His grace. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: What Makes a Church Successful? 02:00 – Biblical Metrics vs. Modern Metrics for Church Health 05:00 – Context: The Jerusalem Church’s Crisis 07:00 – Repentance and Revival in Corinth 10:00 – The Call to Complete the Offering 12:00 – Macedonian Generosity Out of Poverty 15:00 – Giving as an Act of Grace and Worship 17:00 – Marks of a Mature Church (v.7 Overview) 19:00 – Faith: Trusting God in All Things 22:00 – Speech: Using Our Words for God’s Glory 24:00 – Knowledge: Pursuing Doctrinal Clarity and Love 27:00 – Earnestness: Eager, Self-Motivated Obedience 30:00 – Love: The Crown of Christian Virtue 33:00 – Encouragement Over Condemnation in Leadership 36:00 – Sincere Love and Sacrificial Obedience 40:00 – Christian Giving as a Test of Discipleship 43:00 – The Gospel as the Ultimate Example of Generosity 46:00 – Christ’s Riches and His Voluntary Poverty 50:00 – Revelation 2 & 3: Who Is Truly Rich? 53:00 – Eternal Riches in Christ – Ephesians & Philippians 56:00 – Closing Charge: Grow in Grace and Generosity

Sermon Title: “Depression: Hope when Life Seems Hopeless” Sermon Text: Psalms 42-43 1. The desperation of hopelessness: Tears shed from a distant God and a dissolved gladness (vv. 1-6) 2. The declaration present God of hopefulness: Trust declared in a present God and a future gladness (vv. 6b-11) 3. Dependence upon God for hope when life seems hopeless (Psalm 43:1-5) The Condition of Depression: Anguish in a Heart of Struggle The Cause of Depression: Life in a World of Sin The Cure for Depression: Faith in the Sinless Savior In this deeply pastoral and theologically rich sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins of Reformation Baptist Church (Wetumpka, AL) exposits Psalm 42 & 43, tackling one of the most honest and difficult realities of the Christian life—depression. With vivid illustrations from church history, biblical exposition, and gospel hope, Pastor Brandon reminds believers that when life seems hopeless, our only true anchor is to hope in God. From the story of hymn-writer William Cowper, to the honest cries of the Psalmist, and the encouragement of saints who endured persecution, this sermon addresses the often unspoken “dark, dirty secret of the church”: that faithful Christians can experience deep seasons of despair—and still be held by God's sovereign hand. Whether you're walking through darkness yourself or seeking to care for others in the valley, this message brings hope, clarity, and gospel-centered counsel. 📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 42 & Psalm 43  

Sermon Title: “The Reformation: Then and Now” Sermon Text: Ephesians 2:1-10 1. Death: Apart from Christ, We Were Spiritually Dead – Past Condemnation- vv. 1-3 2. Life: With Christ, We Are Spiritually Alive – Present Regeneration – vv. 4-9 3. Fruit: In Christ, We are God’s Workmanship – Ongoing Sanctification– v. 10   Recorded Sunday, October 26th of 2025

In this expositional sermon from 2 Corinthians 8:3–5, Pastor Brandon Scroggins dives deep into the biblical view of money, stewardship, and heart-level priorities. The message, titled "First Things First," unpacks how genuine faith transforms our attitude toward giving, wealth, and trust in God. With biblical insights from Genesis to Revelation, Pastor Brandon shows that how we handle money is a spiritual matter—rooted in worship and faith, not just economics. This sermon challenges cultural entitlement and encourages believers to joyfully and sacrificially give—first to the Lord and then to one another—demonstrating a rightly ordered life under the Lordship of Christ.   Sermon Title: “First Things First” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 8:3-5 1. The Generosity of an Eagerly-Sacrificial Heart (2 Cor 8:3-4) 2. The Blessing of a Rightly-Ordered Life (2 Cor 8:5)   Recorded Sunday, October 19th of 2025

This message at Reformation Baptist Church explores what it truly means to be slaves of righteousness under the lordship of Jesus Christ. Contrary to modern evangelical views that emphasize autonomy and “freedom,” Scripture teaches that we are bought with a price, no longer slaves to sin but servants of Christ. Rooted in Romans 6, Psalm 2, and Ephesians 5–6, this sermon challenges the idolatry of theology without obedience, exposes the cultural lies of egalitarianism, and reclaims the biblical structure of authority in the Christian life. With doctrinal depth and pastoral clarity, the message calls the church to humble submission, joyful obedience, and faithful endurance; all for the glory of our King.

What does real generosity look like? In this sermon from 2 Corinthians 8, Pastor Brandon Scroggins walks us through the Apostle Paul’s call for the Corinthian church to reflect joyful generosity in the wake of gospel revival. Drawing examples from George Whitefield and the Macedonian churches, this message explores the tension between the prosperity gospel and the poverty gospel—challenging believers to steward God's gifts with open hands and joyful hearts, even in seasons of hardship. 📖 Sermon Series: Exposition of 2 Corinthians 🏛️ Preached at: Reformation Baptist Church – Central Alabama 🎙️ Speaker: Pastor Brandon Scroggins 📅 Date: October 5, 2025

In this powerful message delivered by Bryan Dawson at Reformation Baptist Church, we are reminded of a biblical truth often overlooked in modern evangelicalism: humiliation precedes exaltation. From the suffering of Christ to the refining trials of everyday Christian faithfulness, Bryan walks us through Scripture and life examples to show that God's pattern is clear — pain produces progress, pruning produces fruit, and adversity produces strength. This message honors faithful saints like Voddie Baucham, John MacArthur, and Charlie Kirk, while calling us to embrace the sanctifying work of daily obedience — in our homes, churches, and vocations. Whether you're enduring a season of sorrow, facing daily burdens, or simply desiring to grow in holiness, this message will encourage and challenge you to embrace the cross... because the crown follows.   Recorded Sunday, September 28th of 2025

Sermon Title: “The Refreshing Restoration of God” Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 7:12-16 In 2 Cor 7:10-16, we see 4 Ways God redeems the pain brought on by our sin, when submitted to Him: 1. The End of Godly Grief: Repentance & Salvation (2 Cor 7:10) 2. The Beginning of Genuine Repentance: Fruit & Faithfulness (2 Cor 7:11-12) 3. The Refreshment of Laboring Saints: Comfort & Joy (2 Cor 7:13) 4. The Hope of a Struggling Church: Obedience & Humility (2 Cor 7:14-16)

“Godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret.” In this expositional sermon, Pastor Brandon Scroggins walks us through 2 Corinthians 7:10–11, unpacking the nature and evidence of true repentance versus worldly sorrow. What does godly grief look like? How can we tell if repentance is genuine — in ourselves or in others? In this message, Pastor Brandon carefully explains the seven fruits of genuine repentance, rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ. With theological depth and pastoral warmth, we are exhorted to examine ourselves, embrace repentance as a gift of grace, and be renewed in gospel assurance. 🔔 Subscribe for more Christ-centered, expositional preaching from a confessional Reformed Baptist church in central Alabama. In 2 Cor 7:10-11, we see 4 Ways God redeems the pain brought on by our sin, when submitted to Him: 1. The End of Godly Grief: Repentance & Salvation (2 Cor 7:10) 2. The Beginning of Genuine Repentance: Fruit & Faithfulness (2 Cor 7:11-12) 3. The Refreshment of Laboring Saints: Comfort & Joy (2 Cor 7:13) 4. The Hope of a Struggling Church: Obedience & Humility (2 Cor 7:14-16) Recorded Sunday, September 14th of 2025