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Jesus calls us to more than staying where we've always been. In John 5, He speaks healing and new life to a man who responds in faith. Jesus still meets people where they are, inviting them to rise, trust Him, and walk in the freedom He gives.
If you've been waiting for change, this message is a reminder that Jesus transforms lives. Get up. Trust Him. Go.
Listen to the latest message from our Transformed sermon series.
God's call isn't reserved for the fearless; it's for the willing. In Exodus 3–4, Moses had many excuses for why he felt ill-equipped to answer God's call, yet God met every excuse with a promise of His presence, power, and provision.
What if the thing holding you back isn't your ability, but your willingness to trust God's promise?
Listen to this week's message as we discover how God transforms ordinary people by calling them to go and faithfully meets them every step of the way.
Zacchaeus wasn't respected. He was rejected, judged, and overlooked by those around him. But Jesus saw beyond his reputation and extended love, mercy, and favor.
In Luke 19, we're reminded that God's grace isn't reserved for the perfect; it's offered to those willing to respond to His call. No matter your past or how others see you, Jesus still knows your name and invites Himself into your life.
Psalm 51 reminds us that no sin is greater than God's mercy. When we come before the Lord with a humble and repentant heart, He is faithful to forgive, restore, and renew us.
David's prayer is a powerful reminder that God desires sincere repentance over empty words. He washes away our guilt, creates a clean heart within us, and restores the joy of His salvation. Redemption begins when we turn back to Him.
Transformation begins with a surrendered heart. Like Hannah, our deepest prayers can become the starting point of God's greatest work.
In this episode, we dive into the powerful story of Saul's journey to becoming Paul in Acts 9. Discover how God's grace can redirect our path, renew our identity, and call us into His purpose. No one is beyond the reach of God's transforming power.
Abram left everything familiar to follow God's call, not because he knew the destination, but because he trusted the One leading him. His story reminds us that faith isn't having all the answers; it's choosing obedience when the path is still unfolding.
In Joshua 24, Joshua challenges God's people to make a clear choice: whom will you serve? After recounting God's faithfulness throughout Israel's history, Joshua calls the nation to wholehearted devotion and unwavering commitment to the Lord.
God's goodness, provision, and faithfulness deserve more than occasional acknowledgment, they deserve faithful service. As Joshua declared, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
Listen as we explore what it means to choose God daily, remain faithful in every season, and respond to His grace with wholehearted obedience.
God’s faithfulness isn’t occasional—it’s constant. In Joshua 20–21, we see that every promise God made to His people came to pass. Through cities of refuge, provision for the Levites, and fulfilled promises, God demonstrates His care, protection, and provision. Listen as we explore how the same faithful God continues to provide for His people today.
As Joshua nears the end of his life, he gives Israel a final reminder: remember the Lord and remain faithful to Him. In a world full of distractions, God’s people must continually return to what matters most. Listen as we reflect on Joshua’s farewell challenge and the importance of wholehearted devotion to God.
Biblical unity is more than agreement—it’s a commitment to walk together in grace and truth. As Joshua sends the eastern tribes home, we see a picture of faithfulness, encouragement, and shared purpose among God’s people. Join us as we consider how the gospel calls believers to pursue unity without compromising truth.
Wholehearted devotion still has a reward. In Book of Joshua chapter 14, Caleb stands as a testimony that God honors those who fully follow Him. While others wandered in fear, Caleb remained faithful—and decades later, God fulfilled every promise. Don’t grow weary in your waiting season. The same God who kept Caleb is still blessing wholehearted devotion today.
In this episode, we dive into Book of Joshua chapter 11 and the reminder that every promise of God requires a response. Joshua obeyed, and God remained faithful through every battle. The same question stands for us today: What is God calling you to do, and how will you respond?
Joshua 10 reminds us that God is able to do more than we think. What looked impossible on the battlefield became a testimony of God’s power and faithfulness. The same God who made the sun stand still is still working in ways beyond what we can imagine. Trust Him even when the odds seem impossible.
We are reminded of this as we begin our Forward Together initiative. For details on the expansion project, visit our website: www.lakemurraybc.org/forward-together
Obedience changes everything. In Book of Joshua chapter 8, the difference between defeat and victory was not strength. It was alignment with God’s instruction. When Joshua followed God’s strategy fully, what once brought loss became a place of triumph.
This message reminds us that partial obedience leads to frustration, but surrendered obedience opens the door to purpose, clarity, and breakthrough.
Listen in and be encouraged. God honors obedience, even when the path does not make sense.
When God’s people disobey, they experience defeat—not because God abandons them, but because He is calling them back. Joshua 7 reminds us that hidden sin blocks forward progress, but surrender restores it.
In Joshua 6, we see that obedience, even when it doesn’t make sense, leads to breakthrough. What walls in your life is God asking you to walk around, trust Him with, and watch Him bring down?
Joshua 5:1–12 reminds us that before stepping into promise, God calls us back to Him. The Israelites had just crossed into the land—but before any battle, God told them to consecrate themselves, renew covenant, and remember.
They were marked again, they kept Passover, and the manna stopped. The old season ended, and a new one began.
Don’t forget who you are. You are set apart. And God doesn’t just want your victory—He desires your heart.
What if this season isn’t about striving forward, but surrendering deeper?
Sometimes the greatest act of faith is stepping forward before the water moves.
In Joshua 3–4, the priests step into the Jordan before it parts, and God makes a way for an entire nation. But God didn’t want the moment to be forgotten—He told them to gather stones from the river and build a memorial so they would always remember what He had done.
When we remember God’s faithfulness in the past, it strengthens our faith for whatever lies ahead.
In Book of Joshua 2, Rahab’s story reminds us that a broken past doesn’t disqualify you from a faithful future. When everything was on the line, she chose to trust God instead of clinging to what felt safe. When you mess up, do you run from Him in shame—or run to Him in surrender? Is your confidence in yourself, or in Jesus Christ who saves?
We’re beginning a new sermon series through the book of Joshua, starting in Joshua 1:1–9. As Joshua steps into a new season after Moses’ death, God reminds him to be strong and courageous—and promises, “I am with you wherever you go.” In this message, we’re reminded that the same God who was with Joshua is with us in every transition and challenge. Step forward in faith, because God is with us.
In Acts 1, Jesus reminds His disciples that they will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes — and they will be His witnesses to the ends of the earth.
Disciples of Jesus don’t go in their own strength. We go with the power of the Spirit and the hope of the gospel.
Tune in to this week’s sermon and be reminded: we are sent.
God has uniquely gifted each of us — not for our spotlight, but for His glory and the building up of His church. Every gift matters. Every role counts. Every believer is called.
A disciple serves using their gifts.
Tune in to this week’s message and discover how the Spirit has equipped you to make a difference.
This week’s message from Gospel of John 15:1–11 reminded us that Jesus is the vine and we are the branches. Apart from Him, we can do nothing — but when we abide in Him, we bear much fruit.
We hated missing everyone in person because disciples don’t grow in isolation. We grow in community. We grow when we stay connected — to Christ and to each other.
A disciple isn’t just someone who believes — it’s someone who follows. Someone who learns from Jesus, lives like Jesus, and leads others to Jesus.
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” — Gospel of Matthew 22:37
That’s where discipleship begins — wholehearted love for God. And from that love, everything flows.
We make disciples who love, grow, serve, and go.
We kick off a new sermon series called ONE. ONE gospel, ONE vision, ONE church. What does it look like to be a church shaped by the power of the gospel and the renewal of our minds? In this message, we anchor our vision in Romans 1:16 and Romans 12:2—unashamed of the gospel that saves, and committed to lives transformed rather than conformed.
In this episode, we hear from Lay Elder Justin Koon as we reflect on Psalm 139, praising God who knows our hearts, discerns our thoughts, and graciously leads us in the everlasting way.
On a holy night, light entered the darkness. This Christmas Eve, we reflect on the hope of Christ that still shines today
In this episode, we reflect on Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14–21, asking God to strengthen us through His Spirit, ground us in the love of Christ, and fill us with the fullness of God—trusting the One who can do far more than we ask or imagine.
Joy was promised long before it was felt. In Luke 1:39–56, we’re reminded that God keeps His promises and joy follows. Listen to this week’s sermon, The Promise of Joy.
Jesus was born in a quiet, unexpected place when there was no room in the inn. Luke 2:1–7 reminds us that the question of Christmas is still the same: will we make room for Him? Listen to this week’s sermon, preached by Dr. Lee Clamp.
In Luke 1:26–38, Mary receives a message that changes the world—and brings God’s promise of peace to every heart. Join us as we explore faith, surrender, and the peace that comes from saying yes to God.
From the psalmist’s declaration of God’s enduring faithfulness to the angel’s announcement to Zechariah, Scripture reveals a God who keeps His word. In Jesus, every promise finds its ‘Yes.’ Because the Promise is fulfilled, we have unshakable hope.
Psalm 100 reminds us that gratitude is our gateway to worship. In this message, we explore thanksgiving, joyful praise, and entering God’s presence with a thankful heart.
Message by Jim Glatz
John 11 reminds us that Jesus meets us in our deepest pain. In this episode, we talk about understanding grief, supporting those who mourn, and finding hope in the God who weeps with us.
In Philippians 4:14–23, Paul thanks the Philippians for their faithful generosity — not because he desired their gift, but because he saw their giving as spiritual fruit. In this message, we explore how giving and tithing flow from gratitude, partnership, and trust in God’s provision.
Even when life changes, Christ remains our constant. This week, we look at Philippians 4:10–13 and learn how to choose contentment—not because everything is perfect, but because He is.
In Philippians 4:1–9, Paul gives us a powerful blueprint for overcoming anxiety and living in God’s peace. This episode explores what it means to stand firm in the Lord, rejoice always, and replace worry with prayer. True peace comes when we remember who we worship, bring our cares to God, and fill our minds with what is good and godly. As you listen, be encouraged to exchange anxiety for peace and let the God of peace guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
In this message, we explore how the Christian life is not about perfection, but progression. The Apostle Paul reminds us that knowing Christ is a lifelong pursuit—and with every step, we grow more like Him. Are you pressing on toward the goal?
Join us as we unpack what it means to live with a heavenly mindset, persevere through struggle, and mature in faith by keeping our eyes on Jesus.
All the achievements, accolades, and status the world offers pale in comparison to knowing Jesus. In this message, we explore Paul’s passionate declaration that everything is loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ. True righteousness, joy, and purpose are found in Him alone.
In this message, we explore the lives of Timothy and Epaphroditus—two faithful servants commended by Paul for their genuine care, proven character, and sacrificial service. Their stories challenge us to live not for ourselves, but for the interests of Christ and the good of others.
In Philippians 2:12–18, Paul urges believers to work out their salvation with active faith—living without grumbling, holding fast to the Word, and pouring ourselves out for others. Join us as we explore how to live with integrity, joy, and purpose in the ordinary moments of life.
Philippians 1:18–26 reminds us of Paul’s unwavering confidence in Christ—whether in life or in death. In this message, we explore what it means to live with purpose, face hardship with hope, and view every circumstance through the lens of eternity.
In this episode, we explore Philippians 1:12–18, where Paul reminds us that even hardship can be used to spread the message of Christ. Whether through opposition or support, the gospel moves forward. Join us as we dive into what it means to rejoice—no matter the motive or the messenger—because Christ is being proclaimed.
Welcome to the first message in our newest series through the book of Philippians! In just two verses, Paul reminds us who we are—servants of Christ. It’s more than a greeting; it’s a foundation for gospel living. Jesus is the source of our joy, the basis of our unity, the example we follow, and the reason for our mission.Join us as we begin this powerful journey through one of Paul’s most joyful letters.
In this powerful passage, Paul shares his deep affection and joyful prayers for the church. His words reflect gratitude, partnership in the gospel, and a heartfelt desire for their love to abound more and more. What does it look like to grow in love, wisdom, and spiritual fruit? In this episode, we explore Paul’s prayer and what it means for discovering joy in our own lives.
As we wrap up our “When You Pray” series, we’re reminded of our complete dependence on God and we stand in awe of His faithful response. Over the past few weeks, we’ve celebrated powerful moments: lives transformed through baptism, a surge of people stepping up to serve, and a full room at our new members class. God is clearly moving in our church, and we give Him all the glory! We can do nothing without Him. We thank Him not only for what He’s done, but for who He is, and who He continues to be in our lives. Today, as a church family, we prayed with expectation, asking for His blessing, His guidance, and His protection as we seek His will in all things.
In this message from Matthew 6:12, we explore the transformative power of forgiveness. Jesus teaches us that receiving God's grace and extending it to others go hand in hand. Forgiveness isn’t easy—but it’s a vital part of living in freedom and healing. Let’s do the hard work of forgiving, just as we’ve been forgiven.
Our Father provides all that we need as we look to Him in grateful dependence.
Matthew 6:11 reminds us that God is the source of every good thing we need—physically and spiritually. Jesus teaches us to pray not just for ourselves, but for one another, recognizing our shared dependence on the Father. In this episode, we explore how this simple request draws us into daily trust, deliberate community, and deep contentment in God’s faithful provision.
Prayer isn’t just about asking — it’s about aligning. In this message, we explore what it means to seek God’s will over our own. Drawing from Matthew 6:10, we’re reminded that true prayer begins with surrender: “Thy will be done.” Learn how to pray not for what you want, but for what He desires.
Jesus begins the Lord’s Prayer by grounding us in who we’re speaking to: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.”
This message reminds us that God is the holy and loving center of prayer—and that through Jesus, we’re invited to call Him Father and come into His presence with confidence.
In Matthew 6:5–15, Jesus doesn't just teach how to pray—He teaches why. He invites us away from performance and into intimacy, showing us that real prayer is not about being seen by others but about being known by the Father. This message unpacks the Lord’s Prayer as a model for simple, sincere, and powerful communion with God.
In Exodus 33, Moses makes a bold declaration: “If Your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here.” This isn’t just about guidance—it’s about communion. In a world that often prioritizes progress over presence, this passage calls us back to the heart of it all: being with God. Join us as we dive into what it means to hunger for His presence more than His promises.
In 1 Corinthians 4, Paul paints a clear and challenging portrait of what it means to be a true servant of Christ. In this message, Dr. Tony Wolfe explores God's definition of faithful leadership—not marked by status or applause, but by humility, stewardship, and unwavering allegiance to Christ. Discover how this divine blueprint reshapes our view of pastoral ministry and challenges us all to live with gospel-centered integrity.
In Ephesians 3:14-21, Paul prays for spiritual strength and deeper understanding of God's boundless love. Join us, along with guest Charlie Swain, as we explore how embracing God's profound love unleashes spiritual strength and transforms our lives.
Rev. Jim Glatz brings this week's message - What holds us back from sharing the gospel? More often than not, it isn’t a lack of opportunity, but a preoccupation with ourselves. Fear, comfort, insecurity, and distraction blur our vision. This Memorial Day, as we honor those who gave everything, we’re challenged to ask: Are we willing to lay down our comfort to carry the message of hope?
The mission field isn’t far—it's right where we are. In today’s sermon, we’re reminded just how simple and powerful evangelism can be when we choose faith over fear.
Tony Steffee unpacks 2 Samuel 4 wherein power shifts, loyalties break, and justice takes an unexpected form. Even in betrayal and brokenness, God is at work—quietly redeeming the story. Join us as we reflect on how His purposes unfold, even when the path seems dark and uncertain.
This week, Jon Jamison explores the transformation that happens when we spend real time with God: clarity replaces confusion, sorrow turns to joy, and hearts burn with renewed purpose. Join us as we unpack the power of presence and the life-changing moments that come from walking with Christ.
This week, Adam Venters explores Psalm 1 and what it means to live a life of intention. Like a tree planted by streams of water, we're called to bear fruit in our season—so how can we make the most of the time we’re given?
God doesn’t need perfection—He needs your boldness. Acts 5:17–42 reminds us to bring our own guts, step out in faith, and keep inviting others to know Jesus, even when it’s risky
This Easter, we look at John 11—the powerful story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. As Jesus declares, “I am the resurrection and the life,” we are reminded that Easter is not just about an empty tomb, but about a Savior who brings life where there once was death. Join us as Dr. Lee Clamp explores how this moment points forward to the ultimate victory of Easter morning.
As Jesus approaches Jerusalem riding on a colt, the stage is set for a moment of holy anticipation. In Luke 19:28–40, we see not just prophecy fulfilled—but hearts being readied.
This Palm Sunday, Matt Kilgore asks: How are we preparing to praise the King? Are we making space for His presence, or caught up in the noise of our day-to-day?
Join us as we explore what it truly means to prepare the way for Jesus—not just in tradition, but in transformation.
Are we truly applying the gospel to our new life in Christ? In this sermon, Lay Elder Tony Steffee teaches from 2 Peter 1:3-9, where we find the powerful reminder that knowing the Word is only part of the journey. It's the active application of God's promises and principles that leads to a transformed life. Tune in to explore how faith, virtue, and godliness are meant to shape our daily walk with Christ!
Dr. Justin Koon, Lay Elder of LMBC, brings us this sermon, in which we explore Philippians 4:4-9, where Paul urges us to choose peace over anxiety. He reminds us to rejoice in the Lord always and to not let worry dominate our hearts and minds. Instead of being consumed by anxiety, we are called to bring everything to God in prayer with gratitude, trusting that His peace will guard us. By focusing on what is true, pure, and praiseworthy, we can overcome the grip of anxiety and live in the peace that only God can provide.
In this message, Dr. Tony Wolfe reflects on the beautiful mystery of Christ's relationship with the Church as His bride. Through sacrificial love and unbreakable unity, Christ’s love for His Church is the ultimate example of how marriage reflects the divine. Join us as we uncover how this passage reveals the profound connection between Christ and His bride, and how it calls us to love with the same selflessness.
John 3:16 isn't just a verse—it's a call for transformation. Dr. Lee Clamp shares how true faith in Jesus goes beyond religion, leading to a life-changing relationship with God that brings eternal hope and purpose.
Dr. Tony Wolfe preaches from Ephesians 3, describing God's wisdom in his work in and through the church. In Ephesians 3, Paul encourages the Ephesians not to lose heart or be discouraged by his sufferings for their sake, as his suffering is part of God's purpose and plan for the church. He reassures them that everything is part of God's greater wisdom and glory.
In the beginning of Romans 6, Paul emphasizes that Christians, through their union with Christ's death and resurrection, are freed from the power of sin and are called to live a new life in righteousness, empowered by God's grace.
Acts 20:17-38 records Paul’s emotional farewell to the Ephesian elders as he prepares to leave for Jerusalem. He reflects on his ministry, warns them to guard against false teachings, and urges them to remain faithful in shepherding the church. His emotional departure marks the end of his ministry with them.
Sermon date: 02/23/25
At the close of Ephesians chapter 2, the Apostle Paul talks about the transforming work of the gospel and how it has broken down any barriers between those who are in Christ. In today's sermon, we see how this is best reflected in the identity and work of the local church.
The beginning of Ephesians 2 is one of the clearest expositions of the gospel in the New Testament. In today's sermon, we consider the work and character of God who in his mercy and lovingkindness offers salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ to any who would believe.
The Apostle Paul begins Ephesians chapter 2 reminding the church at Ephesus who they were before Christ. In today's sermon, we consider the reality of our need for the gospel to save us from the rightful consequence of our sinfulness.
As Paul brings the first chapter of Ephesians to a close, he offers a prayer for the church at Ephesus. In today's sermon we learn how Paul's response to the truth of the gospel should and can inform our own response.
Throughout the first chapter of Ephesians the Apostle Paul returns to the work of the Triune God in redemption. In today's sermon, we explore the role of the Holy Spirit who is the guarantee of our inheritance and the assurance of our salvation.
The Apostle Paul aims to refresh and inspire the hearts of the church at Ephesus in writing to them about the blessings of God offered to them in Christ. In today's sermon, we see how God's plan to unite all things to himself is carried out by the work of redemption in Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.
A new year is a time to gratefully reflect on the experiences of the past and to look forward with anticipation to the future. In today's sermon, we begin the first of a four week series in Ephesians 1, where we will consider the past, present, and future work of God in Christ.
What is the mark of a genuine follower of Jesus? How will the world know who are truly his? In today's sermon, we see how love, for God and neighbor, is the best evidence of the light.
God has made himself known in creation and in human history in various ways. But the message of Christmas is that God has communicated to us most clearly about who he is through the sending of his Son into the world to save sinners.
The Incarnation is one of the greatest beauties and mysteries in the Christian faith. In today's sermon, we look at the end of John's prologue to discover what the Incarnation tells us about who God is, what we need, and why Jesus was sent.
John continues his prologue with a further description of the light and his mission in the world. In today's passage, John offers his readers an encouragement, a warning, and invitation to consider as they look to the light.
In the middle of his prologue, John takes a few verses to introduce John the Baptist, who came as a witness to the light. In today's sermon, we consider who John was and how he helps us to see who Jesus is.
At the conclusion of 1 Peter, Peter writes to the churches in Asia Minor with final exhortations and encouragements. As we complete our series we discover the importance of humility and hope as we seek to stand firm in our faith.
As the final chapter of 1 Peter begins, Peter writes to the church about the importance of the shepherds and elders to lead the congregation. In today's sermon, we see how the gospel transforms all of our relationships for the glory of God.
As the letter of 1 Peter begins to wind toward a conclusion, Peter returns to one of the primary themes of the letter: suffering. In today's sermon, we discover how Christians can both endure and rejoice as they experience hardship for the sake of Christ.
1 Peter 4:1-11 teaches believers how to live in light of the end times, in our suffering and in our service.
Peter encourages the believers to be Christ-like in their character, righteous in their living, and steadfast in their witness as they seek to be faithful in a hostile world.
Peter continues his encouragement to Christians to live as faithful exiles in the world in his exhortations to husbands and wives. In today's sermon we discover how God's good design for marriage and the home is a testimony to the gospel in a world looking for hope.
Peter writes to the churches in Asia Minor who were struggling under the weight of cultural, social, and political hostilities. In today's sermon, we see how Peter encourages the Church to live faithfully, submit humbly, and endure suffering as a testimony to Christ.
In the wake of a natural disaster, the letter of 1 Peter reminds us that we have a living hope in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In today's sermon, we see how disaster gives us perspective, proof, and an opportunity to love and serve others just as Christ has loved and served us.
If the theme of the first half of 1 Peter 1 is hope, then the theme of the second half of the chapter is holiness. In today's sermon, we see how Peter challenges the churches in Asia Minor to pursue holiness as they seek to honor Christ in every area of life.
The opening verses of 1 Peter are filled with gospel encouragement and truth, especially to those facing present difficulties. In today's sermon we see how the living hope that believer's experience through the resurrection of Christ is a hope that endures for eternity.
The New Testament letter of 1 Peter was written to the churches of Asia Minor who were experiencing pressure to abandon the gospel through opposition and persecution. Peter writes to these men and women encouraging them to stand firm in their faith as they endure suffering by reminding them to look forward to their future reward.
In the third sermon of our 'Vision & Values' series we consider Lake Murray's second core value: Commit. In our passage today, we see from the book of James how our commitment to Christ is most clearly seen through our obedience to his word.
In the second sermon of our 'Vision & Values' series, we look at Lake Murray's core value of 'Connect'. In the book of Acts, we see the disciples living in a new community together and how this gospel community was part of God's plan for the flourishing of his church.
Lake Murray Baptist Church exists to glorify Jesus in our commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. In today's passage, the first in our 'Vision and Values' series, we see how the identity of the church shapes her worship and mission.
In the 'Parable of the Mustard Seed' we learn that sometimes the greatest of things come from the humblest of beginnings. In our passage today, Jesus teaches about the arrival of the kingdom of God and how his disciples are to live in the "already not yet."
The 'Parable of the Rich Fool' begins with Jesus fielding a request about dividing an inheritance and ends with a warning about covetousness. In this passage, Jesus teaches his disciples about the dangers of covetousness and how the gospel frees our hearts from its grasp.
Matthew 15 contains one of the shortest of Jesus' parables. In our passage today, Jesus uses a single sentence parable to challenge our self-righteousness, expose our hypocrisy, and beckon us to find true hope in the gospel.
The parable of the 'Rich Man and Lazarus' is filled with applications and implications for the Christian life. In this passage, Jesus teaches his disciples about the consequences of indifference, the reality of eternity, and the sufficiency of the Scriptures.
Luke 15 begins with two parables about something that is lost being found. In today's sermon, we study the parable of the lost sheep and lost coin to discover the truth that God's delights to seek and save the lost.
In the parable of 'The Laborers in the Vineyard' Jesus teaches his disciples about the radical generosity of God. In our text today we see how the generosity of God is best displayed to us through his gracious call to faith in Jesus.
In the midst of teaching about his return and the final judgment, Jesus shares four parables with his disciples. In our parable this week, the Parable of the Talents, Jesus teaches about faithful stewardship and how we are to make the most of the time while we await his return.
How can sinners be justified before God? It’s not because of who they are or what they’ve done, but as they come to him humbly and cry out for mercy.
In today's sermon we begin a new summer teaching series through the parables of Jesus. Much of Jesus' teaching in the gospel accounts are expressed through parables. These short stories are designed to communicate a powerful truth about the kingdom of God through a familiar setting, situation, or circumstance. In his first parable, the parable of the Sower, Jesus gives powerful interpretive insight into all the rest of the parables.
1 John is a letter to the churches in and around Ephesus who were confused about the assurance of their salvation. False teachers and persecution had caused them to doubt their faith in Christ and John writes to offer three tests of assurance. In our passage today we consider the second test: the test of obedience.
In the concluding chapters of Exodus, many of the themes we have seen throughout the book reappear. As the presence of God fills the tabernacle the people are again reminded that anyone who wishes to stand in the presence of a Holy God must enter by the blood of the lamb.
In Exodus 32-24 the people of Israel violate the first two commandments by fashioning for themselves an idol and worshipping it. An idol can be anything that takes the place of God in our hearts, lives, and worship. In our passage today we consider how the gospel of Jesus frees us from the idols of the human heart to worship God alone.
Exodus 25-31 describes the preparation of the people to have the presence of God dwell among them. The construction of the tabernacle, the consecration of the priesthood, and the calling of choice servants for the work are all essential parts of these chapters. And each one of them is meant to point our eyes to Jesus.
Exodus 24 shows us that God desires to be near His people. Through Christ, He has provided a greater mediator, a greater sacrifice, and a greater invitation to be with Him.
The Ten Commandments are often misunderstood to be rules to earn God's favor or salvation. But the Ten Commandments were given, in part, to show the people that salvation would not come through their obedience to the law but through the One who kept the law on their behalf.
After leaving Egypt and crossing the Red Sea, the people of Israel faced numerous challenges on their way to Sinai. In our passage today, we see how the Lord showed himself faithful to be the perfect provider, protector, and preserver of his people in the wilderness.
The book of Acts is the continuation of Luke's gospel account and reveals how the Holy Spirit empowered the church to be witnesses for the resurrected Christ. This week we hear from guest preacher, Dr. Tony Wolfe, who serves as the Executive Director - Treasurer of the South Carolina Baptist Convention.
At the center of the Christian faith we find not a set of rules, morals, beliefs, or ideals, but a person; Jesus Christ. In today's passage from the gospel of Luke, we see how the resurrection of Jesus is the greatest testimony to who is and the truthfulness of all he taught.
As we celebrate Palm Sunday, we set our eyes on King Jesus who is in complete control as our Lord and our Savior. In this passage we see the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem for the final week of his ministry before he goes to the cross.
The exodus from Egypt sets up a final dramatic encounter between the Lord and Pharaoh's army at the Red Sea. In this passage, Moses and the people experience the power, presence, and promise of God in his decisive victory over Pharaoh.
The Passover is not just another piece of the Exodus story, it is the essential event of the Exodus. Through the Passover we see how God rescues and purifies his people while pointing us to the true Lamb of God.
In this passage, we arrive at the 10 plagues of Egypt—one of the most well-known sections of Exodus. We are intended to see these signs as anything but an act of chance, coincidence, or haphazard occurrence. The plagues of Egypt reveal the Lord’s authority, ability, and purpose for his people.
In Exodus 5:1-7:7, Moses and Aaron are met with opposition. When faced with opposition, will God’s people be dejected and lose faith or be driven to dependence as they look to God’s promises?
Exodus 3-4 provides a major turn in the narrative. Here we have God, who has been somewhat quiet in the chapters 1-2, intervening in the story. To reveal himself, first to Moses, then to the Israelites, then to all of Egypt as the One True God who will deliver his people in fulfillment of his promise.
The people of Israel may have doubted God’s plan, or questioned God’s purpose, but God was always working to fulfill his promise. We see the evidence of God’s sovereignty, his power and control over all things, in Exodus 1-2. These two chapters establish God’s sovereignty as he keeps his promise, preserves his people, and shapes his servant.
Exodus is a familiar story filled with familiar events and characters. We know about Moses and Pharoah, the plagues and the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the Ten Commandments. But understanding the Exodus, as we will see, is crucial to understanding the rest of the Bible. What we read about in the Exodus informs the way that we encounter and experience God today.
We have neighbors, friends, and family members who are far from Christ and we know that Jesus has called us to go make disciples. Even so, we may soon find ourselves growing frustrated in our evangelistic endeavors.
But what if we began with the end in mind? In Matthew 24, Jesus talks with his disciples about the end times. The return of Christ motivates our mission by infusing it with hope, purpose, and urgency.
It has perhaps never been more vital for Christians to have not only a well-formed theology (Who is God?), but also a well-formed anthropology (What is a human?). As we study Genesis 1, we'll find answers to questions about the nature and value of humanity.
Our passage this morning focuses on the church at Antioch. Antioch was a place where something was happening—a place where God was at work. As we study the accounts of these early believers, we'll see that Antioch offers insight into what a missional church looks like.
Today we'll begin a series entitled Neighbors & Nations. The greatest problem facing the world today is not poverty, injustice, discrimination, hunger, or war. The greatest problem is lostness. The solution to this problem is the gospel of Jesus Christ.
In this passage, Jesus sends out his disciples to share the gospel and meet real needs. However, before the disciples are sent, they are called to pray. Why does Jesus emphasize this act before he sends out his disciples? What can we take as we go to our neighbors and the nations with the hope of the gospel?
In this passage, we see two characters, Simeon and Anna, who have been waiting for the Messiah. God's people wait on mission and rejoice at the coming of Jesus as he redeems them from the law and brings salvation.
In this passage, the angels are sent to announce Jesus' arrival. Surprisingly, they do not go to the temple, the palace, or Rome, but they appear instead to lowly shepherds in the fields outside of Bethlehem. What can the angels' announcement to the shepherds and the shepherds' response teach us about the true message of Christmas?
When we study scripture, we see that the birth of Jesus was long expected, that Old Testament prophecy foretold of the day when a Messiah would be born. However, when Jesus is born, it happens in the most unexpected way. Everyone experiences the unexpected and the narrative of the birth of Jesus can help us to know how we should respond in these moments of life.
Mary’s song of praise is infused with joy and thanksgiving. But it also operates as a study of the character of God and the gracious ways that he provides for his children. What can we learn from Mary’s song today? Why do we, like Mary, also have reason to sing songs of praise? How can we apply the truth of this song to our own lives this Christmas?
In today's text, we’ll look at the next passage in Luke’s gospel where Mary goes to visit Elizabeth. What can this meeting of two pregnant mothers, one an old woman, the other a young virgin, teach us about where true joy and blessing comes from this Christmas?
Almost all of us are familiar with the Christmas Story: Mary and Joseph, the journey to Bethlehem, and the baby born in a manger. But has our familiarity caused us to lose our wonder at this impossible work of God? As we begin our Christmas series, God With Us, pray that God would recapture the awe of our hearts.
As we reach the conclusion of the Farewell Discourse, we see a recurring theme of unity. A unified church has a common relationship, a common love, and a common mission.
At the end of the Farewell Discourse, Jesus does something important: he prays. The prayer ofJesus is important in that it both gives us insight into how Jesus views his impending death and his hopes for his disciples after his crucifixion. As followers of Jesus today, we can learn essential truth to the Christian life through studying John 17.
The cross is necessary for our salvation and for our sanctification. When Jesus goes, he does so for his disciple’s benefit—that they might possess gifts and resources they otherwise could not possess. The same is true for those of us who are followers of Jesus today. What did the cross secure for us? And how might we take advantage of those gifts of God’s grace today?
There is a great deal of confusion in the world, and even in the church, about the Holy Spirit. He is the most misunderstood and overlooked member of the Trinity. Yet what we believe about and how we experience the Holy Spirit has vast implications for our spiritual life. In this passage, Jesus addresses the Holy Spirit, the Helper, who will come after Jesus has gone, and make sense of all that has occurred.
In today's text, Jesus wants to warn his disciples about the reality of following him in a world that has been broken by sin. If we are going to love Jesus and follow his commands, he says that we should expect stern opposition from the world. How then should we respond when we face opposition for following Jesus? How might God use it to draw us closer to himself?
In this passage, Jesus wants to build on the vine and branches metaphor by teaching his disciples more specifically about the kind of fruit that is revealed in a life that has truly been united to Christ. What does that fruit look like? How do we evaluate our lives for it?
Union with Christ is the heartbeat of the Christian life. We are united to him by faith, filled with his Spirit, raised to new life in him, and commissioned to proclaim his glory in our worship and our work through obedience to his commands. As we move on to John 15 in our Take Heart series, we see that Jesus is helping his disciples to understand what it means to be united to him.
In these last few verses of John 14, Jesus' words serve to encourage the believer in the face of fear.
This morning in John 14:15-24, we see that Jesus is about to depart from his disciples. As he does, he gives them promises to reassure them, that they might love him and keep his word.
In John 13, Jesus foretells the very troubling events that will occur in the coming hours. In John 14, he then commands his disciples to "let not their hearts be troubled." This seemingly paradoxical command points us to the heart of the gospel. Because Jesus was troubled, his disciples, both then and now, don’t need to be. He has born our anxieties, fears, cares, and worries on himself at the cross.
Today we begin a new series in a selection of the Gospel of John known as the "Farewell Discourse". In these chapters, Jesus predicts his impending death and resurrection, promises to send the Holy Spirit, and prays that his disciples would be unified in love for God and one another. John 13 is an important chapter in the Farewell Discourse, not just because it sets the context of Jesus’ teaching in 14-17, but because of the monumental events that occur within this chapter.
The Great Commission, the call to make disciples, was not just given to a select few, but to every disciple. Today we'll consider the Great Commission from the gospel of Luke. It was always God’s plan for salvation to go to all people through the person and work of Jesus—and we have a continuing part to play in that work.
Today we'll look at our second core value: Commit. What does a church committed to Christ look like? What do they value? We'll study Paul's letter to the Romans to see how the gospel forms and shapes the church.
In Mark 12, Jesus gives the Great Commandment, declaring that the most important thing in the Christian life is to love God and love others. This is why our first value at LMBC is connection—both with God and with those he's placed around us.
Each year, we take a few Sundays to be reminded about who we are as a church in a series that we call "Vision & Values". We'll begin our 2023 edition of this series in John 6 by answering the questions: What is the foundation of our church? What is the fruit of faith? What is the greatest danger to our mission?
We come across warnings almost every day. These warnings are meant to keep us from endangering ourselves or doing something that could haunt us later in life. In Proverbs 6, God gives us practical warnings to bless us and shape our hearts to love Him.
All of us desire to live a life that is blessed or happy. Often, the way the world pursues happiness is the exact opposite of how the Scriptures call us to pursue it. How can we walk in wisdom to experience the blessing of God in our lives? To answer this question, we must understand the value of wisdom.
Proverbs challenges us to think deeply about the challenges and realities of life in our world. Chapter 2 is an invitation to all believers to learn how we grow in our sanctification and how God uses wisdom to shape, form, and grow us.
In this passage, the writer of Proverbs wants to both encourage and warn his readers to take heed of his words lest they fall into destruction. In our own strength we are insufficient for the challenges of the day. How do we walk in wisdom as we follow Jesus in the world?
Today we begin our series in Proverbs: The Sayings of Summer. Over the next several weeks, we'll study the first few chapters of the book in order to better apply the wisdom of God to our daily lives.
In this message, LMBC Elder Tony Steffee addresses an ever-present challenge of Christian discipleship. What do I do when I DON'T desire to follow Christ? A disciple must be on guard against the deceitfulness of sin and see that the Gospel really is our only hope.
In this passage, Jesus shares the true cost of following Him. A disciple follows Jesus even though it is costly, and a disciple follows Jesus above anything else.
Jesus' healing of a blind man in John 9 provides a miraculous Portrait of Discipleship. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be with Jesus, be changed by Jesus, and besent by Jesus.
Today we introduce our new series, Portraits of Discipleship. Matthew 4 defines a disciple as one who is following Jesus, being changed by Jesus, and on mission with Him.
Paul concludes his letter with a few final instructions to the Colossian church. After his final instructions, Paul also extends personal greetings to those in the church and those who are aiding the church. In these instructions and greetings, we can find great encouragement for our own lives and church today.
In this passage, Paul addresses the God-given roles in a Christ-centered home. When Christ is at the center of our homes, our families will thrive within His good design.
In the verses that we read today, Paul calls the church at Colossae to “put off” old sinful habits and patterns they wore before they knew Christ and to “put on” new works that are befitting of their salvation. What are we called to “put off” and “put on” as those who have been raised to new life in Christ?
At the end of chapter 2 and the beginning of chapter 3, Paul addresses how the believers in Colossae have gone from insiders to outsiders—from residents to exiles—and how they should live in light of that transformation.
Just like this church, we are tempted to conform to the values and idols of a secular society. The gospel, however, both frees us from fear and empowers us to live on mission.
In the last half of the chapter, Paul wants to get specific about the teachings that sought to take the Colossians captive and keep them from walking in faith. What are the things Paul is concerned about? How do we protect ourselves from enslavement to these substitute gospels that are not truly gospels at all?
Verses 6 and 7 of Colossians 2 operate as the synopsis of the entire book and capture the heart of the letter. Paul’s desire is that just as the church at Colossae had received Jesus as Lord, they would continue to “walk in him”
Dr. Danny Akin currently serves as as the President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and is a Professor of Preaching and Theology. In this message, Dr. Akin teaches from Matthew 28:16-20, The Great Commission.
Today we celebrate the victory of Jesus Christ over the grave! The resurrection is the foundation of our faith, assurance of our forgiveness, and hope beyond this life.
As we enter the passion week, where we reflect on the life but specifically the death and resurrection of Jesus, let's pause this morning and consider the heart and work of Christ towards sinners and sufferers. The miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead gives us wonderful insight into the heart of our Savior.
Why do we baptize? Why do we, as a church, take this sacrament so seriously? In today's message, we'll study 3 essential truths about the act of Baptism.
In our passage this morning we can be reminded both of the cost of gospel ministry and of the responsibility all believers share in spreading the hope of the gospel to our neighbors and the nations. As a church committed to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we must be ready to steward the gospel to serve others in the face of suffering.
In this passage, Paul wants to remind the church at Colossae of what Christ has done on their behalf, and why he has done it. So that, as they reflect on the past work of redemption and the future work of restoration, they would walk faithfully in the present.
The whole of creation groans under the weight of brokenness and sin. We know this and experience it each day. In our passage this morning, Paul wants to show that not only is Jesus Lord over all creation, but he is also Lord over its redemption—that the answer to a sinful, broken creation is the one through whom, by whom, and for whom it was created.
At the time the Epistle to the Colossians was written, false teachers had crept into the church at Colossae—going so far as to deny the divinity of Christ. In these three verses, Paul affirms the authentic Jesus as the one who holds all things together.
Today as we continue in Colossians 1, we'll observe 3 distinguishing marks of the Church. As God’s people, we are to be grateful for our salvation, going with the Gospel, and growing in our Christlikeness.
The letter of Colossians is a letter to a young church, in a dying city, that has been inundated with pressure to compromise the truth of the gospel they had received. What can we learn from this letter? How can we apply the message of Colossians to our own church and lives?
Listen as guest speaker, Bart Barber, president of the Southern Baptist Convention, teaches from 1 Corinthians 4. The Kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power, and we are empowered by God for the work of the gospel.
As we complete our "Made New" series this morning, we'll study the practical response to sin in the life of the Christian. No Christian, no matter how long they’ve believed, will be perfected in this life. We must practice the promise and power of new life by fighting sin and living in obedience to Christ.
If we are to ever truly be a church committed to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, it will only be built on the truth that every human life matters to God and is precious in his sight. We cannot claim to love and serve God and not love and serve those made in his image—especially the lost, the least, and the lowly. As creatures made in God’s image, every human life has dignity, value, and is worth protecting.
We began our Made New series last week by studying the new life we have been promised in Christ. The Apostle Paul ventures onward in Romans 6. He wants his readers to be convinced of this critical truth: The gospel not only gives us the promise of new life, but the power as well.
What is the "new life" we have in Christ and how do we experience it to its fullest extent? Today we'll begin our "Made New" series and explore what it means to die to sin and walk in the newness of life.
New Year's Day is a great opportunity to celebrate what God has done over the past year. As his church, we also anticipate what he will do in the new year and are encouraged toward continued faithfulness in the responsibility we have been given to fulfill the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.
Imagine receiving a birth announcement not just a few weeks or months before the child is born but CENTURIES. This is exactly what occurs in the book of Isaiah. The prophet announces the birth of a child who will be the deliverer the people are awaiting—the one who will establish God’s kingdom and bless every nation on the earth.
Today we'll study the promise made to David in 2 Samuel 7. As the Son of David, Jesus came to rule God’s Kingdom as its rightful king, and we are citizens of that Kingdom.
The story of Abraham and Isaac is essential to understanding the rest of the Bible. Through this oft misunderstood, strange tale, we see the ongoing conflict between the offsprings of the serpent and the woman as well as the continuation of God’s promise to send his deliverer.
Jesus, the eternal Son of God, left the glory of Heaven to put on flesh and step into the world he had created. What could cause him to put off his glory and to put on humanity in all our frailty and finiteness? To answer that question, we must go back to the beginning. By looking to the book of Genesis, we'll see that Jesus, as the Son of Adam, came to defeat the Devil and destroy the powers of darkness.
These final verses mark the end of Paul’s letter to Titus and Crete. The entire letter is meant to provide an inseparable link between faith and practice. In verses 9-15, Paul exhorts Titus to not allow distraction or division to derail his devotion to Christ.
In today's passage, Paul communicates how a transformed heart leads to transformed living that is marked by good works. May we be a people who pursue after these good works because of the greatest work which Christ has done for us.
In this passage, Paul wants to emphasize this truth: that righteous living is not how we earn salvation but the evidence of it. If we are to truly be a church committed to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, it will only be because of God’s grace—grace which we have received by faith in Jesus and grace that is being worked in us by his Spirit.
In this passage, the Apostle Paul writes to Titus about the importance of holy living and the responsibility that church members have in helping one another pursue a lifestyle that honors the Lord.
As we continues our Devoted series in Titus, we are reminded of the importance of clear, convictional, church governance and the sufficiency of the gospel of Jesus. As we study Chapter 1, take note of Paul’s instructions to Timothy of how to structure the church in a way that pleases God and builds upon the foundation of the gospel.
Today we begin our series in Titus: Devoted. These first four introductory verses of Paul's letter to Titus are key to understanding the letter in its entirety.
The gospel not only has the power to change your family’s identity and purpose, but its legacy. How can we begin now to lay a foundation for the generations to come?
Continuing in our Family Foundations series, today we'll discuss family responsibility, both in the home and in the church. Who gives us these responsibilities? What are they? How can we faithfully carry them out?
All of us have experienced family conflict on some level but how do we handle it in a healthy and God-honoring way? How can we turn family conflict into something edifying and transformative? What does it look like to navigate conflict with maturity, empathy, and charity? Jesus gives us both the mandate to obey and the example to follow in the way that we deal with family conflict.
In this message, we'll look at habits of the household—habits that form your family, your marriage, and your parenting. These habits of the household provide a foundation for families living in God’s design.
This morning we’ll study the roles of the various members of a family. Scripture is clear that both the church and the family bring God glory when its members live out God’s design. We also welcome Jay Boyd from Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries to discuss how this organization is providing hope for South Carolina’s children and families in need.
Today we begin a new series— Family Foundations. From the very beginning of time, God designed human beings to live in community with one another and to share a common bond together. God’s design and desire is for families to flourish by being founded, built, and centered on Jesus.
Our third and final core value at Lake Murray Baptist Church is Commission. Jesus commissions his disciples to share the gospel with their neighbors and the nations. In light of the Great Commission, we must actively seek out opportunities to both serve and share with those who are close to us but far from Christ.
This week we continue in our Vision & Values series with our 2nd value: Commit. What does it mean to be fully committed to Christ and his church? One of the primary ways we express our commitment is through service. As Mark 10 will demonstrate, true greatness is not found in accomplishment but in godliness exhibited through humble acts of service.
Continuing in our Vision & Values series, today we focus on our first core value: Connect. We'll look to Ephesians 2 to find two important truths about the Gospel and understand why Connection is our first value as a church.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be revisiting our annual series entitled Vision and Values: Who We Are, What We Do, and Why It Matters. Our culture is captivated by visionary leaders–individuals who seems to have the charisma, intellect, and ability to inspire or change the world. The vision for the local church, however, is not housed in any one pastor or church. It comes to us through the word of God. We, as Lake Murray Baptist Church, exist to glorify Jesus in our commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.
One would think that the city of Ninevah's repentance would be cause for celebration. Jonah, however, doesn’t celebrate—in fact, quite the opposite; he’s furious. What does Jonah’s anger reveal about his heart? How does God respond to Jonah’s anger? What might we learn from the conclusion to this well-known, but often misunderstood OT book?
One prophet enters a city of thousands, preaches the shortest sermon in history and the entire city repents. The effectiveness of Jonah’s preaching in Nineveh is nothing short of miraculous. What might we learn about the nature of God and the relevance of Jonah’s message to our own hearts and lives?
In this passage, we'll focus on Jonah and Ninevah's past disobedience, a presentsecond chance, and a futurechange. Specifically, we'll see how these events are representative of our saving relationship with Jesus Christ.
When we think about Jonah, we inevitably think about the fish. Although the fish is only mentioned in two verses, it dominates a large part of the story and our perceptions of Jonah. However, the fish is not the primary character. It is instead a vehicle for the truth that God shows mercy to Jonah where he deserved judgment. More than that, this event displays God’s power and his sovereignty over all creation.
As we continue in the book of Jonah this morning, we'll see Jonah’s interaction with the sailors on the boat headed to Tarshish. This story displays the justice and mercy of God at work and reminds us that God uses every circumstance in our lives for our good and for His Glory.
Today we begin our series in Jonah. What is the theme and message of this book? How can a story about a story about a Jewish prophet who lived 2800 years ago be relevant to our time? In this series, we'll learn what the book of Jonah can teach us about the nature of God, the problem of sin, and our hope for redemption.
As we study this passage, we’ll see the beauty of the gospel, the grace of Jesus in forgiveness, and be empowered to share the faith that we have received.
Do we know what it means to be a follower of Jesus? Are we missing the point? Today, we look at the story of a blind beggar who is a portrait of discipleship.
Today we conclude our Entrusted series in 1 Timothy. The Church is in a spiritual war; therefore, its members must fight for the truth of the Gospel.It's important to remember that as believers, we do not fight FOR victory but FROM victory.
We’ll see today how Paul closes out his section on honor, and how he once again addresses the false teachers and teachings in Ephesus. Along the way, he gives instruction to Timothy and the church on how they can best live a life of godliness and contentment, considering the gospel, which will protect them from unnecessary hurt and eventual destruction.
Paul’s concern in these verses is for the church to appropriately honor and care for faithful leaders. Pastor/Elders who teach faithfully, live righteously, and shepherd wisely are worthy of honor in the church.
Today on the podcast, Pastor David Sons talks with Connections Pastor, David Bennett, about his recent trip to Pittsburgh, PA and gives an update on our partnership with Steel City Church.
The Bible has a great deal to say about providing care for those who are most vulnerable and overlooked by society. In Ephesus, there was a dispute over how best to care for the widows in the church. Which widows should be cared for? How should they be served? Whose responsibility, was it? In Paul’s instruction to the church at Ephesus, we can find our own instruction on how to care for the needy and what care actually looks like.
In 1 Timothy 4:11-5:2, we will see what responsibilities leaders in the church have, how the family of God relates to one another, and the result of all of this.
What is the goal of the Christian life? In these verses, Paul teaches that it is the total transformation of the heart, mind, body, and soul through the power of the gospel. A life transformed by the gospel of Jesus is made evident in our holiness and hopefulness.
As we enter Chapter 4 of 1 Timothy, Paul warns against the dangers of false teachers. Thankfully, we can be confident that the Holy Spirit and the Word of God instruct us in the truth and protect us from falsehood.
The Great Commission calls all disciples of Jesus to follow him on his mission to all people and nations on the earth with the good news of the gospel. As we study Acts 1:6-11, we recognize that we too—as followers of Christ some 2000 years later—have a part to play in fulfilling the Great Commission. The work is not done.
Palm Sunday is the beginning of Holy Week-- where we reflect on and remember the events of the last week of Jesus’ life, culminating in his crucifixion and death on a cross. How should we consider the death of Jesus? Was he a martyr who died for what he believed like a number of other martyrs across a number of religions in history? Was he a political zealot whose teachings sought to undermine the power of Rome? Or was he the Son of God who willingly delivered himself into the hands of sinful men, so that through his death he might accomplish a greater work? Today we turn to Mark’s account of the events immediately preceding Jesus’ crucifixion.
In a world of confusion, the church must be crystal clear on who we are and what we are tasked with doing. We must remember our IDENTITY and our MISSION.1 Timothy 3:14-16 serves as a reminder for who we are, how we conduct ourselves, and the purpose of our existence.
On this episode of ‘Behind the Sermon’ Pastor David Sons reflects on 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and tries to answer an important question about deacons in the local church. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
As we move to Chapter 3 of 1 Timothy, we are going to consider the two offices of the church, elder/pastor/overseer, and deacon. What are the purposes of these offices and how they are called to function in the leadership of the local church?
In this episode of Behind the Sermon, Pastor David Sons dives further into 1 Timothy 2:8-15, discussing the roles of men and women in the church. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
The passage we arrive at this morning is one of the most debated, discussed, and disagreed upon texts from the New Testament letters, especially in our present age. In this section of his letter, Paul addresses the roles of men and women in public worship.
In this episode of Behind the Sermon, Pastor David Sons discusses the relationship between church and state, Christian civic responsibility, and the role of divine sovereignty and human responsibility in salvation from first Timothy 2:1-7. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
There are a lot of churches doing a lot of things. Good things. Helpful things. Meaningful things. But what is the essential thing a church is supposed to do?
In Chapter 2, the Apostle Paul moves from giving instruction to Timothy, to giving instruction to the entire church. In these verses, we can see both God’s plan for his people, the church, and his purpose for their existence.
This week on the podcast Pastors David Sons & David Bennett dig deeper into the sermon text from this past Sunday (1 Timothy 1:12-20). They discuss the topics of faith, restorative church discipline, and give practical insight on sharing your testimony. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
As we reach verse 12 of 1 Timothy, Chapter 1, Paul begins to share his story of salvation. As we study this passage, we're reminded that no testimony is insignificant. Your story is meant to put the transformational power of the Gospel on display.
In this bonus episode, Pastor David Sons gives points of application for this past week's sermon in 1 Timothy 1:3-11. Paul's words give us instruction about how the church can be on guard against false teaching.
There were several issues facing Timothy as the young pastor in the church at Ephesus, but at the outset of his letter, Paul draws attention to the most pressing of these issues: the truth of the gospel had come under attack. False teachers in the church and culture had sought to distort the message of Jesus and distract the church from her mission and purpose. Paul begins his letter seeking to encourage Timothy in and exhort Timothy to the preaching of the true gospel.
Today we begin our new series in 1 Timothy, "Entrusted". We have been entrusted with a message that changes the world: the reality that through faith in Jesus Christ, we can be made right with God and that in Christ, God is making all things new.
Hebrews 2:1 is very simple and yet profound in its warning and encouragement for us: "...we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it." Today we'll discuss what "drifting" means in our walk with Christ and how we can prevent it.
Lake Murray Baptist Church is a church committed to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. Today, we'll set 5 strategic goals for the next 5 years that align with the vision and values of our church.
Who Jesus calls, what he calls them to, and why he calls them is key to understanding the Christian life. In this passage, we will observe how disciples of Jesus become who they were designed to be as they follow him on mission.
Remembering is important. In this message, we'll look to the book of Deuteronomy and see how God continually reminds his people to remember his past faithfulness. Our recollection of what God has done has a direct impact on our present and our future.
What does it look like to prepare for a move or work of God? What does a work of God even look like? As we study the account of Jesus' first miracle, we can observe that preparation for a special work of the Spirit involves simple acts of faithfulness.
In these last few verses of his letter, John wants to remind the church both what he has taught and what they "know". He establishes two primary themes in his letter: "God is light" and "God is love". In God’s light and love we have life--life in his Son, Jesus Christ.
The place of Jesus’ birth is often seen as the most unique aspect of the story: born in a stable, laid in a manger, etc. However, what makes the birth story of Jesus unique is not the place, but the purpose, person, and plan of God revealed to us through his birth.
In the concluding remarks of his letter to the church, John wants to re-emphasize again the importance of recognizing and confessing exactly who Jesus is. The truth of the incarnation, that God became human, was born in a manger to a poor carpenter and his virgin wife, would grow up to live a sinless life, die on the cross as our substitute, and be raised to new life in victory, is the reason we celebrate Christmas.
Today’s passage operates as a summary of sorts—the ‘Spark Notes’ version of John's letter.
Throughout the letter, John offers three tests, so that the church would examine their lives to determine whether their faith was genuine: the doctrinal test (right belief), the moral test (obedient living), and the social test (love for God and others). Today, as we study this section of John’s letter, we will see how the tests are interconnected and are a result of genuine faith and the work of the Holy Spirit.
In this passage, John reminds us of some core truths about love; namely that followers of Jesus show a distinct love that only comes from God.
As Christians, people of the truth, it is incredibly important that we are not spreading disinformation, especially in an age where objective truth is under attack. In our passage this morning, John wants to address the false teachings & teachers who have sought to deceive the church.
We were created to be loved and to love. It is essential to our existence, yet we live in a world that is increasingly confused about what exactly love is. In this passage, John gives insight into what love looks like in the life of the church.
Today, we will see John continue to encourage the church to live faithfully, not only considering Jesus’ second coming, but because of his first. In this text, John wants to deal with the issue of sin in the lives of the believers.
John reminds us in this passage that we are children of the one true God! As God's children, we must hold fast to Christ and remember who we are in him.
In his letter to the church, John presents three tests to believers to evaluate the genuineness of their faith. The church is deeply divided over doctrine. Specifically, the doctrine of the nature of Christ. John wants them to understand the importance of getting this right.
In this passage, John continues his letter by moving from encouragement to exhortation. John gives clear commands to the church about what they are supposed to be doing—or not doing—because of who they are.
As we continue this morning in 1 John, John breaks off from his train of thought to provide a boost of confidence to his readers. What can we learn from this passage that can encourage us in our own faith and walk as believers? How can this passage help us be confident and assured of God’s love and promise?
Am I truly saved? Is my salvation real? Do I really know God in a way that has implications for my life? These are questions that every believer asks at some point in their walk.
In this passage, John is going to give us evidence for how we can know we are saved.
Much of what threatened the church in Ephesus in the 1st century still threatens our churches in the 21st century. In these verses, John addresses false teachings while also talking about how followers of Jesus are to live in the light of the gospel.
What can we learn from the Scriptures regarding the assurance of our salvation and how to confidently walk in the truth of the gospel?
In verse 5, John writes that "God is light." What does he mean by this? And how does this truth about who God is inform our understanding of Him and how we should respond to Him?
As we study the first 4 verses of 1 John, we'll see that John testifies to who Jesus really was. Jesus is God in the flesh and has made it possible for us to have fellowship with the Father and complete joy in Him.
If we share a common bond in the Spirit and our responsibility is to maintain that unity, how exactly do we do it? Especially in a culture and age as divided as our own?
Today we introduce our new series, "That You May Know". As we begin this walkthrough of 1 John, we'll see that this book is a call to unite the church around the truth of God’s word, obedience to Jesus, and love for one another.
What do we do when we feel overwhelmed? When our anxiety and fears threaten to swallow us up? Where do we turn? What do we depend on? As believers, we know that our hope in times of trouble comes from faith in Jesus and the steadfastness of his promise.
This morning we arrive at the final of our values: Commission. The church of Jesus Christ is commissioned into the world with the good news of the gospel.
This morning, we want to look at our next core value: Commit. In some ways the American church has commitment issues. This is because we have come to view the weekly gathering of believers as optional rather than essential. As we study Acts this morning, we'll see that the early church was marked by a commitment to Jesus and one another, expressed in service and generosity.
Today we begin our new series, Vision & Values. In this series, we'll focus on the identity of Lake Murray Baptist Church; specifically, who we are, what we do, and why it matters. In this message, we'll study Acts 2:42-47 and see how God’s unmistakable power is demonstrated when His people live connected to one another in true biblical community.
As we bring our Songs of Summer series to a close, we consider Psalm 150. This psalm demonstrates that as followers of Jesus, we seek to praise the Lord everywhere, for everything, and in every way.
All of us have experienced the anxiety of breaking down. Where do we turn when we have broken down? When we need help? When we are aware of our own deficiencies? Psalm 130 is a call for God’s help and mercy in recognition of our own sin and inability to complete the journey before us.
Psalm 121 is a psalm of confidence in God's protective care. The Lord is our keeper and He promises to protect his people from the power of evil for all eternity.
Psalm 113 is a call to praise the Lord for his greatness and sovereignty, but it is also a reminder of his grace and compassion. This psalm teaches us that the Lord receives praise from a transformed life; a life that seeks to exalt and exemplify Christ in all things.
We were designed to sing, and we were designed to aim our song to the One who designed us. The church glorifies God when her knowledge of Him results in songs of praise, joy, and thankfulness.
Psalm 84 reminds us that the presence of God fulfills all our desires, gives daily strength, and leads to trust in Him.
As we continue our journey through the Psalms, today we'll look to Psalm 32. This Psalm teaches us how confession of sin leads us to experience the blessing of God’s forgiveness and the joy of his fellowship.
Psalm 4 is a reminder that the Lord brings peace to those who trust Him in the midst of difficult circumstances.
We begin our new series, Songs of Summer, with Psalm 1. The first Psalm teaches us how the perfect righteousness of Christ saves us from the way of the wicked and leads us to the blessed life.
Our study of the letter to the 7 churches concludes with the message to Laodicea. Jesus corrects His church of complacency and self-sufficiency through the refining power of His presence and promise.
The modern church can take heart in Jesus' message to the church at Philadelphia. We have full confidence that He welcomes those who have confessed His name and kept His word into His kingdom.
The central truth from Jesus' message to Sardis is still applicable to the modern church; that He awakens us from spiritual slumber into faithful service and full fellowship with the Father.
Just as He commanded the church at Thyatira, Jesus calls us to reject false teaching and unfaithful practice by holding fast to His word and promise.
This week we will study the words written to the church at Pergamum. Jesus calls the church to repent of idolatry and immorality in return for His promises of inheritance, invitation, and identity.
Today we'll examine the words written to the church at Smyrna. In this passage, we will find how Christian suffering leads to spiritual enrichment, calls for faithful endurance, and secures a reward of eternal significance.
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In this message, we'll look at the words written to the Church at Ephesus. We will learn who they were, why they were rebuked, how they were corrected, and what they were promised.
Today we'll begin our walkthrough of the letter to the 7 churches of Revelation. In this introduction, we'll study the authorship, purpose, themes, and modern relevance of this letter.
David Sons, as candidate for Lead Pastor of Lake Murray Baptist Church, preaches from Philippians 1. God faithfully begins, continues, and completes the work of the gospel in those who He has called.
Guest speaker, Jon Jamison, teaches from Luke 8, verse 42 through 48; the story of a woman who is healed by touching the fringe of Jesus' garment.
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Ecclesiastes 5 gives us insight into the importance of authenticity, honesty, and integrity. The credibility of our witness to the world hinges on these concepts in our lives as believers.
As we study Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, we'll explore Solomon's words about God's timing.
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Dr. Gary Hollingsworth begins our series in Ecclesiastes, Journey to the Center of the Heart. In Chapter 1, Verses 1-11, we will study the importance of having vision for the future.
In this message, Jack Blankenship teaches from Psalm 122 about the necessity of friendship on the journey God has laid before us.
In this message, Pastor Alex Sands shares practical wisdom for the believer from Paul's letter to the church at Corinth.
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Join us as we look at Paul’s prayer for the church at Ephesus. In this passage we will see our posture, petition, and confidence in prayer as Paul provides for us a model on how to pray for ourselves and others.
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When we pray, we must pray in faith- knowing that our God is able to do far more than we could ever ask or imagine.
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Our loving God calls on us to always pray and not lose heart.
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As we continue our Prayer series, we are reminded that our God is near to us and He answers us. There is no reason to be timid in our prayer life.
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Join us as we begin our new series on the act of prayer! In this message, we will look to Matthew 6 to study Jesus' teaching on this vital practice.
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The final verses of Luke 2 tell of Jesus’ growth. As believers, we seek to follow His example of growth; increasing in wisdom, in stature and in favor.
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Dr. Matt Rogers is the Lead Pastor of The Church at Cherrydale in Greenville, SC and is Assistant Professor of North American Church Planting at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In this episode, David and Matt discuss the Palmetto Collective, a ministry initiative developed to equip and train college students across South Carolina for the mission field. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you."
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Dr. Andrew Walker is the Assistant Professor of Christian Ethics and Apologetics at The Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville, KY. In this Episode, David and Dr. Walker discuss why religious liberty is foundational to a free society and how it promotes human flourishing regardless of a person's religious (or non-religious) beliefs. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God."
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Dr. Gary Hollingsworth is the Executive Director/Treasurer of the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, Dr. Hollingsworth talks with David about some of the challenges 2020 has presented to churches across our state and shares his hope for South Carolina Baptists in the future. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God."
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Dr. Danny Nicholson is the President of Connie Maxwell Children's Home in Greenwood, SC. In this episode, David and Dr. Nicholson talk about the history and mission of Connie Maxwell to serve families and children across South Carolina. They also discuss how orphan care is at the very heart of the gospel while giving practical advice for families considering adoption or foster care.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy." To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied." To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Debby Pitts is the coordinator for Operation Christmas Child at Lake Murray Baptist Church. In this episode, David and Debbie talk about what makes Operation Christmas Child special and how the simple gift of a packed shoebox can help share the gospel with children around the world. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." In this message, we'll examine what it means to be meek. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Cliff Marshall is the Team Leader for the 'Start' Team at the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, David and Cliff talk about the effort to plant new churches across South Carolina and about how established churches can champion church planting in their congregations and communities. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this passage, we'll see that what Jesus calls the "blessed" life is not found in insulating ourselves from suffering and sorrow but instead by opening ourselves up to it. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, we'll continue our series by looking at the first Beatitude in Matthew Chapter 5, Verse 3. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Tony Beam is the Senior Director of Church and Community Engagement for the Tim Brashier Campus at North Greenville University. He also serves as the Director of the Office of Public Policy for the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, David and Dr. Beam discuss Christian worldview, civic responsibility, and what happens if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade.
Today we'll look to the book of Matthew as we introduce our study of The Beatitudes. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Chuck Lawless is the Dean of Doctoral Studies and the Vice President for Spiritual Formation and Ministry Centers at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In this episode, David welcomes Dr. Lawless back to the podcast to discuss his recent blog post, "Nine Things Regathered Churches are Realizing." To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In the last part of our We The Church 2020 series, we'll see how the Great Commission calls us to make disciples in the power of God, with the promise of His presence. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Marshall Blalock is the Senior Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Charleston, South Carolina and Josh Powell is the Lead Pastor of Lake Murray Baptist Church. In this episode, David talks to Marshall and Josh about the shift happening within the Southern Baptist Convention towards becoming Great Commission Baptist churches. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Join us as we continue our "We the Church" series. In this message, we'll explore what it means to be a church who values commitment. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Walter Strickland is the Associate Professor of Systematic and Contextual Theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In this episode, David and Dr. Strickland discuss the beauty of diversity within the local church and Dr. Strickland's new book, "For God So Loved the World: A Blueprint for Kingdom Diversity." To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Join us as we continue our "We the Church" series. In this message, we'll explore what it means to be a church who values connection. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
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In this bonus episode of the podcast, David and Pastor Josh provide some extra insight into our most recent sermon series through the book of Ruth. They discuss the major themes of the book and how the story of Ruth displays God's ultimate plan to save the nations. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
As we finish our series in Ruth, we'll examine how the kinsman-redeemer, Boaz, points to our ultimate redemption in Christ.
As we continue our study in Ruth, we'll examine Chapter 3. Here we'll see the power of hope. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Angela McNeal is the Church and Community Ministries Director for the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, Angela talks with David Bennett about Heart 4 Schools, a network of churches whose mission is to serve students and teachers across the state.
We'll continue our study in Ruth today as we look to the second chapter. The Lord always cares for his children with just what they need. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode David answers one of the questions the pastoral staff receives the most; "What should I read next?" Offering recommendations for books on theology, politics, race, and personal growth, this episode aims to provide you with several additions to your fall reading list. Click any of the titles below to sample these books!
- Prodigal God: Timothy Keller
- On the Road with Saint Augustine: James K.A. Smith
- A Sweet & Bitter Providence: John Piper
- Compassion & Conviction: Justin Giboney, Michael Wear, Chris Butler
- Who is an Evangelical: Thomas S. Kidd
- How the Nations Rage: Jonathan Leeman
- The Color of Compromise: Jemar Tisby
- Beyond Racial Gridlock: George Yancey
- The Gospel of Our King: Bruce Ashford & Heath Thomas
- The Liturgy of the Ordinary: Tish Harrison Warren
- The Common Rule: Justin Whitmel Earley
- Grumpy Mommy Takes a Holiday: Valerie Woerner
- The Wingfeather Saga: Andrew Peterson
- Indescribable: Louie Giglio
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Join us as we examine Chapter 1 in the book of Ruth. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, we'll introduce our series on the book of Ruth. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Travis Agnew is the pastor of Rocky Creek Baptist Church in Greenville, SC. In this episode, David and Travis talk about his book 'Distinctive Discipleship: Designing Specific Plans for Christian Maturity' and about how there is no one-size fits all approach to making disciples of Jesus. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Join us as we finish our study of Luke 15. This is Part 2 of the Parable of the Prodigal Son. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Brad Hambrick is an assistant professor of counseling at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and the pastor of counseling at the Summit Church in Durham, NC. In this episode, David and Dr. Hambrick discuss learning to process unpleasant emotions such as fear, anxiety, and loneliness, in a biblically faithful and practically helpful way. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Pastor Josh and David dig deeper into the parable of the Prodigal Son. They offer a different perspective on this popular parable and discuss how the older brother in the story plays just as an important role as the younger. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Join us as we continue our study of Luke 15. This will be Part 1 of our two-part series on the Parable of the Prodigal Son. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
We continue our Great Chapters of the Bible Series in Luke 15. This morning we will consider the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin (Luke 15:3-10). To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Today we start a new chapter in our “Great Chapters" series. Join us as we begin our study of Luke 15. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Stephen Splawn is an Evangelism Strategist for the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, David and Stephen have a candid conversation about the importance of relational discipleship while discussing differing methods of discipleship within white and black churches. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, we'll finish our series in Revelation as Pastor David preaches from chapter 5, verses 6 through 14. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
This episode is a recording from a recent meeting of the Racial Reconciliation Task Force of the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, Josh Powell, Philip Pinckney (Radiant Church), Alex Sands (Kingdom Life Church), and Bryant Sims (Mt. Moriah Baptist Church) discuss issues of racial reconciliation in our state. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, we will study Revelation chapter 5, verses 1 through 6. We'll behold the Lion of the tribe of Judah who is worthy to open the scroll. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Join us as we look to Revelation 4:1-11. In this passage we will see the majesty, beauty, glory, and worship of the one seated on the throne! To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Greg Wills is research professor of church history at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. In this episode, David and Dr. Wills discuss the importance of church history to the Christian life and about what the Southern Baptist Convention can learn from its past to help shape its future. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
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Dr. Stephen Wellum is a professor of Christian Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. In this episode, David and Dr. Wellum discuss reading and teaching the Bible from a Christ-centered perspective from his book, "Christ from Beginning to End: How the Full Story of Scripture Reveals the Full Glory of Christ." To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode, the Family Ministry team at Lake Murray Baptist Church discuss next-generation programming for summer 2020 and share their hopes for children, students, and parents at LMBC. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode, the pastors of Lake Murray Baptist Church discuss the plans to regather for worship services on the church campus. They also share lessons and encouragement they've learned and received over the past few months. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Tom Schreiner is the Associate Dean of the School of Theology and a professor of New Testament Interpretation and Biblical Theology at The Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville, KY. In this episode, David and Dr. Schreiner discuss his book "Spiritual Gifts: What They Are & Why They Matter." To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Gene Fant is the President of North Greenville University in Tigerville, SC. In this episode, David and Dr. Fant discuss North Greenville's mission to equip next generation leaders for ministry and the marketplace through the integration of faith and learning. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Jack Blankenship is the Baptist Collegiate Minister at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. In this episode, Jack talks with LMBC Student Pastor David Bennett about collegiate ministry and about how the local church can serve college students well during a formational season of life. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, we'll look at Psalm 23:4. This verse shows us how our Good Shepherd leads us through the valleys of life, promising to be with us and protect us. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Karen Swallow Prior is the research professor of English and Christianity & Culture at The College at Southeastern in Wake Forest, NC. In this episode, David and Dr. Prior discuss how learning to read virtuously shapes our spiritual formation from her book 'On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life through Great Books'. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode, David welcomes the wives of our pastoral staff, Allison Powell, Allyson Sons, Laura DeWease, and Katie Bennett to the podcast. The ladies offer their thoughts and encouragements about a number of topics including parenting, personal disciplines, crisis-homeschooling, and working from home. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
How does our Good Shepherd lead His sheep in "paths of righteousness" and what do these paths look like? We'll find answers in God's word as we examine the second half of Psalm 23, verse 3. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Russell Moore is the President of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention and the author of "The Storm-Tossed Family." In this second part of their conversation, David and Dr. Moore discuss how family is often "spiritual warfare" and how the definition of the church as a family is central to her mission. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Russell Moore is the President of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention. In this episode, David asks Dr. Moore about his book, "The Storm-Tossed Family" and they discuss how the cross of Jesus reshapes the home. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, we'll gather together around Psalm 23, verses 2 and 3. We will look to how our good shepherd leads us and rejoice in the abundance of His goodness. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dr. Chuck Lawless is the Dean of Doctoral Studies and the Vice President for Spiritual Formation at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. In this episode, David and Dr. Lawless discuss the importance of prayer and how Christians can grow in their own personal prayer life by examining the prayer life of Jesus. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Billy Judge is one of our Go Fund Missions partners and is the lead planter of Steel City Church, a new church launching in Pittsburgh, PA in 2021. In this episode, Billy gives David an update on the launch plans for Steel City Church and speaks about how he and his team have seen God move in these last few months. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
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Dr. Donald S. Whitney is a professor of Biblical Spirituality and the Associate Dean of the School of Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. In this episode, David and Dr. Whitney discuss his book, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, and encourage believers how to intentionally pursue Christlikeness through the practice of the spiritual disciplines. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Jay Hardwick is the Associate Director/Lead Strategist for the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, David and Jay talk about the encouraging response of churches around South Carolina to the challenges presented in 2020 and how local church ministry could be altered in the future by the COVID-19 crisis. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
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This week's podcast is a 2-part live recording of our Good Friday service this past week. In this second part, David discusses both the necessity and sufficiency of the cross of Jesus Christ for the salvation of sinners. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
This week's podcast is a 2-part live recording of our Good Friday service this past week. In this episode, David introduces how the cross came to be the dominant symbol of Christianity and what God was declaring to the world through Jesus' death by crucifixion. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
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In this episode, David and Josh reflect on Good Friday and Jesus' atoning death on the cross. They discuss the importance of Jesus' crucifixion, what He accomplished on the cross, and how the cross communicates the love and justice of God. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode, David and Josh discuss the events of the week leading up to the death and resurrection of Jesus. They discuss the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry, the Gospel of John's contribution to the events of holy week, and the importance of the Lord's Supper. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
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Lee Clamp is the Evangelism Team Leader for the South Carolina Baptist Convention. In this episode, David and Lee talk about the opportunity for evangelism in the days of social distancing and provide some practical tools for sharing the good news of the gospel with those you know. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Dylan Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a member of Lake Murray Baptist Church. In this episode, David and Dylan talk about Christian counseling and how to manage emotions, anxiety, and stress that accompany a global pandemic. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this message, Josh closes out our series in Romans 8. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
Melody Hefline is a nurse practitioner and longtime member of Lake Murray Baptist Church. In this episode, Melody and David talk about what it's like to be a Christian in the healthcare field during a crisis and how people can keep themselves healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode, the Davids talk about all things student ministry. They discuss how students can walk the line between faith and fear; how the student ministry is using technology to disciple students; and some encouragements for families who are quarantined together. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode, David and Chris talk about Lake Murray Baptist Church’s ministry plan over the next few weeks. The conversation covers the week-to-week ministry of the church, encouragements to members, and how you can care for your neighbor in the face of a pandemic. To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
In this episode David and Josh answer some questions about the church and the COVID-19 pandemic. Has anything like this ever happened before in church history? How should Christians think about churches shutting their doors for a few weeks? What responsibilities do we have as Christians in the midst of uncertain days? All this and more in the first episode of the Lake Murray BC podcast! To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give
To support this podcast and all of the other ministries of Lake Murray Baptist Church, click here: http://lakemurraybc.org/give/