East Gordon Street Baptist Church

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 3:2-3. We all have a responsibility to worship God. The question is how do we do that. Do we worship God through works of the Old Testament Law, or do we worship God through the Holy Spirit? Listen as Pastor Thomas explains how Christ has fulfilled the Law, and that we are now to worship God through the Holy Spirit.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 3:1. Do you struggle with Biblical joy? The troubles of life are so very great, that we often feel as though we have been robbed of our joy. Even still the Apostle Paul directs us to rejoice in the Lord. Listen as Pastor Thomas gives some practical ways in which you can grow in the joy of the Lord.

Join us as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:25-30. As Christians we are called to live lifestyles of worship; however, it can sometimes be confusing as to what a lifestyle of worship actually looks like. Thankfully, Paul provides us with the example of Epaphroditus for us to follow. Listen as Pastor Thomas tells us how we can apply a few lessons from the life of Epaphroditus to our own walks with the LORD.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:19-24. Discipleship is central to the work of the church; however, it is often turned into a program which many churches neglect. Paul exemplifies for us how crucial this ministry is through his friendship with Timothy. Listen as Pastor Thomas shows us how important discipleship is from Philippians 2:19-24

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:17-18. The spiritual struggle of complaint is a hindrance to our worship of God. The example of the Apostle Paul shows us what a lifestyle of worship truly looks like. Listen as Pastor Thomas unpacks these truths from Philippians 2:17-18.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:16. The issue of complaining is a struggle of great spiritual significance. One which many Christians wrestle with. Join us as Pastor Thomas teaches us how to address the issue of complain in our individual lives.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:15. Grumbling as disputing is not only bad for our spiritual health, it is also dishonoring to God. Join us at East Gordon as Pastor Thomas shows us why complaining is such a big deal.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:14. Do you find yourself complaining more than worshipping God? Perhaps you are overwhelmed with the struggles of everyday life, and you get stuck in a place of complaint. Whatever the case may be, we must acknowledge that God has commanded us not to complain, and that the act of complaint is bad for our Spiritual health. Listen as Pastor Thomas shows us how serious the problem of complaint is, and learn how to stop complaining in your everyday life.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:12-13. Many of us have questions about the relationship which exists between human responsibility and the sovereignty of God. Many of us may wrestle with this idea; however, we must remind ourselves that the Bible proclaims that both human responsibility and the sovereignty of God are realities of life. Join us as Pastor Thomas teaches the Scriptures.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through 2 Timothy 2:14-19. Do you make new years resolutions? While there are many who view them as a waste of time, they do represent a very Biblical concept. The principle of being resolved to grow in our walk with God. Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes delivers a charge of being resolved in your faith in the year 2024.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through John 1:1-18. Celebrate the season of Advent with East Gordon Street Baptist Church. This week is the week of Love.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Luke 1:1-20. Celebrate the season of Advent with East Gordon Street Baptist Church. This week is the week of Joy.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Mark 1:1-8. Celebrate the season of Advent with East Gordon Street Baptist Church. This week is the week of Peace.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Matthew 1:18-25. Celebrate the season of Advent with East Gordon Street Baptist Church. This week is the week of Hope.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:6-11. In the midst of their suffering Paul points the Philippians to the humble example of Christ. Time and time again we see the Son humbling himself to the Will of the Father. Listen as Pastor Thomas calls us to follow in the example of Christ.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Psalm 100. The Bible has a great deal to say about Giving Thanks, namely that true Thanksgiving is found in knowing God. Listen as Pastor Thomas preaches this Thanksgiving Message.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 2:1-5. In the midst of suffering many of us are tempted to neglect our walk with God. This neglect is not our dangerous for our Spiritual health, it is also dangerous for the health of the local church body. As Paul addresses the suffering Philippians, he points them to a few characteristics which make up a healthy church. Listen as Pastor Thomas unpacks the truths which make up Philippians 2:1-5.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 1:29-30. In times of suffering many of us want to ask God, "Why is this happening to me." This is a question which is the cry of many Christians. Thankfully the Bible has a great deal to say about the topic of suffering. In fact it calls it a gift. Listen as Pastor Thomas unpacks this wonderful truth from the Word of God.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches on Philippians 1:27-28. There are many within the Church who feel as though they are just simply not good enough in the eyes of God. Paul when writing to the Philippian Church instructed them to live worthy of the Gospel; however, we need to understand that this does not mean that we must earn the favor of God. Instead it is a message of obedience which is only made possible because we have been made into a new creation by the power of the Gospel. Listen as Pastor Thomas unpacks these wonderful truths of the Bible.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches on Philippians 1:19-26. It is so easy to become overwhelmed with the difficulties of life. These difficulties can lead us to despair; however, Paul teaches us that we can still worship God with joy in our hearts. Join us as Pastor Thomas unpacks these valuable lessons of Christian worship.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches on Philippians 1:15-18. As Christians we have been commissioned to preach the Gospel and make disciples. As we do this, it often means that we must be humble as well. Join us as Pastor Thomas teaches us the importance of having our hearts in the right place when proclaiming Christ.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians 1:12-14. We all go through seasons of suffering; however, have you ever thought about the way that you respond to your suffering? Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes teaches us the importance of suffering well for the glory of God.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches through Philippians the Epistle of Joy. This week we are focusing on Philippians 1:9-11. Prayer is without doubt one of the most important aspects of what is means to be a Christian. However, prayer is perhaps the most neglected and misunderstood aspects of Christian living. Listen as we learn the example of prayer made by the Apostle Paul in the book of Philippians.

Listen as Pastor Thomas Rhodes preaches on Philippians 1:7-8. The grace of God is foundational for the Christian Faith. By grace we are redeemed and by grace we are empowered to live for God. We all need grace. This week Pastor Thomas teaches us the importance of grace, how we can grow in the grace of God, and that as a church body we are a Fellowship of Grace.

Listen to Pastor Thomas Rhodes as he continues to preach on Philippians The Epistle of Joy. This week we are focusing on Philippians 1:3-6.

Listen to Pastor Thomas Rhodes as he preaches on Philippians 1:1-2.