Sermons

Jan 10, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Identity Genesis 1:26-29 Colossians 1:15-16

Creation

The core of our identity is that we are created by God, in his image, and for his glory. However, our sinful nature—reinforced by our …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jan 17, 2020 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} The Fall Genesis 3:4-7

Fallen

As created beings, we are limited by this world and dependent on God in every way. Furthermore, we must understand our corrupt nature and position …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jan 24, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Sanctification 1 Peter 1:3-9

Reborn

To be a believer in Christ is to be reborn and recreated by God. This miraculous rebirth not only saves our souls from sin, it …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jan 31, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Holiness Isaiah 6:1-7

Set Apart

Holiness is not merely the absence of sin—it is the presence of something other-worldly and utterly distinct. As God’s children, we are called to live …

Scofield Foster

Downtown Campus Pastor

Feb 7, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Gospel Matthew 28:18-20

Sent

In his great kindness, God created and recreated us with a purpose—to be a light that points people towards Christ. As disciple-makers, we must go, …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Feb 14, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Family Genesis 12:1-4

Family

An important facet of being recreated by God—into his image—is being part of his family. As adopted members of the family of God, we have …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Feb 21, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Citizenship 1 Peter 2:11-24

Strangers

When God recreates us and brings us into his family, we become strangers in our present world. As we live in a culture and space …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Feb 28, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Citizenship Nehemiah 1:1-11

A Troubled Heart

As the book of Nehemiah begins, many of God’s people remain in exile. Meanwhile, those who have returned to Jerusalem face trouble and disgrace, their …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Mar 7, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Prayerfully Dependent Nehemiah 2:1-10

Answered Prayer

In a season of waiting, Nehemiah trusts God and anchors his heart in prayer for God’s people. When he encounters an opportunity to take action, …

Robby Richard

Mar 14, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Conflict Nehemiah 2:11-20

Rebels or Rebuilders?

As Nehemiah prepares himself and the people of Jerusalem for the work ahead, he knows they will face conflict. However, they remain dedicated to the …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Mar 21, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Work Nehemiah 3:1-32

Shared Work

Although this passage in Nehemiah may seem like a mere list of names, it has significance because the work God’s people were doing was significant. …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Mar 28, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Prayerfully Dependent Nehemiah 4:1-23

Facing Opposition

As Nehemiah and his followers continue the work of building the wall around Jerusalem, they encounter harsh and threatening opposition. While they take action to …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Apr 11, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Justice Nehemiah 5:1-19

Defending the Oppressed

Nehemiah and his followers have weathered outside opposition and worked towards completing the wall. However, they must now deal with division and tension within their …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Apr 18, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Fear Nehemiah 6:1-19

Opposition, Threats, and Lies

In this passage, Nehemiah faces serious opposition from outside forces who threaten to take his life and stop God’s work. However, it becomes clear that …

Bobby Raulerson

Harrison Bridge Discipleship & Groups

Apr 25, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Local Church Nehemiah 7:1-73a

Creating Division

Now that the wall around Jerusalem is complete, Nehemiah creates a record of who is present and committed to the work at hand. This is …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

May 2, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Truth Nehemiah 8:1-18

Spiritual Reorientation

In this passage, the people of Jerusalem come together to hear God’s Word. As they hear the narrative, they help one another grow in understanding …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

May 9, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Sin Nehemiah 9:1-37

Corporate Confession

As the Israelites gather to confess both their own sin and that of their ancestors, they model genuine repentance. Through the act of remembering God …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

May 16, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Freedom Nehemiah 9:38-10:39

Corporate Repentance and Covenant Renewal

For generations, a pattern of prosperity, pride, sin, discipline, humility, repentance, forgiveness, and obedience characterized Israel. In an effort to break the cycle and submit …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

May 23, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Worship Nehemiah 12:27-47

Celebrating What God Has Done

In this passage, the Israelites celebrate the completion of the wall and dedicate it to God through a joyous parade of worship culminating at the …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

May 30, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Redemption Nehemiah 13:1-31

Unfinished Work

At the end of Nehemiah, we discover that the Israelites have quickly lapsed into their old ways—compromising their holiness and conforming to the worldly cultures …

Blake Payne

Pelham Campus Pastor

Apr 4, 2021 Sermon Matthew 28:1-20

Easter 2021

Jesus’ resurrection is the lynchpin of the Christian faith, and our response to it is indicative of the state of our souls. In Matthew 28, …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Dec 26, 2021 Sermon Micah 7:18-19 (ESV)

The Incarnation

The overarching narrative of Scripture paints a picture of God’s steadfast love for his people. This love culminates in the incarnation of Jesus Christ, his …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jan 2, 2022 Sermon Mark 1:35-39

Rest

Many of us are tempted by our culture’s glorification of a busy lifestyle. However, Jesus models a life of rest and dependence even in the …

Blake Payne

Pelham Campus Pastor

Follow Me Messages from Marks Gospel (Square)

Jun 6, 2021 46 minutes Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Gospel Mark 1:1-20

The Gospel of King Jesus

Since the fall of man, we have been seeking a resolution to the problem of sin and brokenness. In this first chapter of Mark, we …

Robby Richard

Jun 13, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Fear Mark 4:35-41

Who is This? Jesus Rebukes the Storm

Even after witnessing Jesus’ miraculous power, the disciples fall into fear and panic while at sea in a raging storm. In the face of their …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jun 20, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Freedom Mark 5:1-20

Son of the Most High: Jesus Rebukes the Legion

In this passage, Jesus demonstrates his power over the spirit world. Ironically, the demons recognize his position and power while those who witness this act …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jun 27, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Humility Mark 10:32-45

The Cruciform King: Son of Man, Servant of All

What kind of king is Jesus? He has certainly demonstrated his power and authority. In this passage, we learn that his rule is marked by …

Scofield Foster

Downtown Campus Pastor

Jul 4, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Love Mark 12:28-34

The Lord, the Law, and the Love of God

In this passage, Jesus addresses the Jewish leaders who will eventually have him executed. As they seek to trap him theologically, Jesus simply and powerfully …

Blake Payne

Pelham Campus Pastor

Jul 11, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Belief Mark 15:33-16:8

Crucifixion, Burial, and the Resurrection

As we finish this series in the Gospel of Mark, we see the gospel come to fruition in the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus …

Robby Richard

Jul 18, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Courageously Generous Matthew 5:13-16

Salt and Light

In this passage, Jesus calls his followers to be salt and light—preserving the world by pointing others to the light of the gospel through our …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Jul 25, 2021 Sermon 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Natural Burial

This passage in 1 Thessalonians captures our hope in the resurrection—because Jesus conquered death, we have faith that those who die in him will be …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Aug 8, 2021 Sermon Romans 1:18-2:16

Darkened, Shamed, and Deprived of Truth

In this passage, Paul begins his exposition of the gospel by first deconstructing the misplaced hopes of both the Gentiles and the Jews in his …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Aug 15, 2021 Sermon Romans 2:17-3:8

False Righteousness

As Paul addresses the Jews of the early Roman church, he exposes their false righteousness. They identify more with the law and their holy history …

Scofield Foster

Downtown Campus Pastor

Aug 22, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Control Romans 3:9-31

God's Covenant Justice

In this passage, Paul reinforces the sinful nature of all humanity. However, he also pivots to the hope we have in Jesus. In his mercy, …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Aug 29, 2021 Sermon {# Linked only when this result's index serves a topic route: a reading-plan page's index does not, and reversing against it raised NoReverseMatch and took the results page down. #} Faithfulness Romans 4:1-25

God's Promise and Our Faith

Paul continues undermining the overconfidence of the Jewish believers in Rome, showing them through Abraham’s example that saving grace comes through faith alone. Just as …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Sep 5, 2021 Sermon Romans 5:1-11

Reconciled by His Death, Saved by His Life

In this passage, Paul unpacks the hope we have in Jesus. While we were his enemies, God made a way for us to be reconciled …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Sep 12, 2021 Sermon Romans 5:12-21

The Reign of Grace

Adam’s sin brought death to all of us, and we live in the reality of a broken world. However, through God’s gracious gift, Jesus has …

Blake Payne

Pelham Campus Pastor

Sep 19, 2021 Sermon Romans 6:1-23

From Death to Life

In this passage, Paul addresses one of the great tensions for the believer. While we are dead to sin’s power and alive in Christ, we …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Sep 26, 2021 Sermon Romans 7:1-25

The Law and Sin

As Paul continues to explain how a believer is transformed by the life, death, and resurrection of Christ, he unpacks the role of the law. …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Oct 3, 2021 Sermon Romans 8:1-17

In Christ: No Condemnation

One of the great themes in Romans is the choice we all must make—will we be controlled by sin or righteousness? In this passage, Paul …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Oct 10, 2021 Sermon Romans 8:17-30

In Christ: Coming Glory

As members of the body of Christ, we can expect to share in the sufferings of Jesus. We also know that one day, we will …

Robby Richard

Oct 17, 2021 Sermon Romans 8:31-39

In Christ: United

In this passage, Paul reminds us of the assurance of our salvation and sanctification. No matter the depth of our pain and suffering, we are …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Oct 24, 2021 Sermon Romans 9:1-33

In Christ: Elected

We often approach Romans 9 with a list of questions regarding God’s justice and sovereignty, but Paul’s goal for this passage is to highlight God’s …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Oct 31, 2021 Sermon Romans 10:1-10:21

The Mercy of God

The relationship between sovereignty and responsibility often creates tension in our convictions about humanity and fairness. Instead of inviting us to understand, God simply asks …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Nov 7, 2021 Sermon Romans 11:1-36

Judgment and Mercy

Continuing his argument from the last two chapters, Paul expounds on God’s trustworthiness. Not only has God faithfully preserved a remnant of believing Jews, but …

Daniel Moore

Staff Director

Nov 14, 2021 Sermon Romans 12:1-8

Gifts and Service

In this passage, Paul urges believers to respond in worship with self-sacrificing obedience to the mercy shown to us through Jesus Christ. Romans 12 calls …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Nov 21, 2021 Sermon Romans 12:9-21

Enemies and Vengeance

Following through the end of chapter 12, Paul compellingly illustrates what our lives will look like when we genuinely offer them as holy sacrifices. In …

Bill White

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Nov 28, 2021 Sermon Romans 12:9-21

Submission and Love

In this passage, Paul encourages believers to live in submission to God by yielding to human authorities, loving our neighbors as we love ourselves, and …

Matt Williams

Teaching Pastor; Staff Governing Elder; Staff Director

Dec 5, 2021 Sermon Romans 14:1–15:13

Seeking Unity Through Love

In this passage, Paul calls for unity in the church despite differing nonessential opinions. For the weak in faith, those still trusting in religious systems, …

Robby Richard

Dec 12, 2021 Sermon Romans 15:14-33