Friendship Southern Baptist Church Sermons: Recent Episodes
Friendship Southern Baptist Church
The preaching ministry of Pastor Jesse Watkins, at Friendship Baptist Church of Concord, NC. You can find more information at www.concordfriendship.org.
Scripture declares that God will have mercy on whom he decides, and compassion on whom he decides. How is God just in this decision? We answer this question in the sermon from Romans chapter 9.
In Romans Chapter 9, Apostle Paul discusses the doctrine of election, using the story of Jacob and Esau to illustrate this point. What does God mean by saying, "Jacob I have loved, but Esau I have hated"? This sermon attempts to answer...
Even when man fails, God still succeeds. The Biblical narrative does not show the lineage of faithful heroes, but the story of a faithful God.
Jesus doesn't win in the end. He has already won now, and because of his victory we fight with a crown.
What shall we say to these things? This is the response of the Apostle Paul towards the knowledge of God's unstoppable plan for the glorification of his name and of his children. In this message, we are again directed to the sovereignty of God...
God has written a story, that reveals his love and his glory. In this sermon, we examine the sovereignty of God in the salvation of those who believe in him.
The creation experiences futility because it is not yet redeemed. But what about God's people? Shouldn't God's people be experiencing prosperity since we are already redeemed. Listen for the reasons of suffering as we continue...
The Christian life is living according to the Spirit, not according to the flesh. How is this accomplished? In this sermon, find out why we as believers are obligated to live according to the Spirit.
How much from our finances should be given to the church? Are new testament Christians bound by the Old Covenant law? In this sermon, we examine what it means to live and worship under the covenant of grace.
When the law is preached, it only has one function - and that is to kill the self. The preaching of the law is to not able to bring about holiness. It does not have that ability. But before Christ can bring new life, the law must first bring death...
Do with worship God because of our needs, or do we worship God because of his victory? Why do some worship God with the wrong motives? This sermon examines the reasons for our worship, and the finished work of Jesus Christ.
Many have labeled the preachers of grace as "antinomians", meaning, they consider that the law no longer has value. In this sermon, we examine Apostle Paul's response to the accusers who said he no longer saw the value of the law, as...
Why does everyone try to live under law? It's because we don't know what the finished work of Christ has done. When we see the new nature that has been given to us through the Cross, we no longer live under the burden of trying to be good...
The Bible tells us in Roman's 6:14 that we are no under law but under grace. What does this look like in a practical sense when it comes to daily following Christ? In this message, we examine the practical implications of grace and how we are...
Some people think the God of the Old Testament looks different than the God of the New Testament. But they key is, God has progressively revealed his character in such a way to reveal the ultimate nature of his character - and that nature is Jesus...
In this message, we look at the imperfect system of the Old Covenant compared to the perfect system of the New Covenant, and why the New Covenant is able to cleanse the conscience of the believer.
In this sermon we examine 3 dangerous philosophies that have integrated into the presentation of the Gospel. These philosophies are: humanism, modernism, and hedonism. In conclusion, we examine the authentic presentation of the Gospel and the proper...
The Gospel is not simply Jesus died for sinners. Rather, it is more fully that God died for sinners. This message explains the significance of Jesus being the 2nd Person of the Trinity.
The key to Christian victory over sin is our understanding of sanctification. Find out in this sermon how the self, the will, and the ego have all been conquered through Christ.
What is the cleansing agent of our spiritual baptism which has made us a new creature? In this sermon we examine the death of Christ, our burial with him, and the call to new life IN him.
Some people think that preaching big grace is a license to sin? Is this true? This question is answered in today's sermon from Romans 6:1 and 2.
The purpose of the law was to magnify Sin. The purpose of sin is to magnify Grace. And Grace therefore magnifies our Justification through Christ!
In Philippians chapter 4, Paul encourages his hearers that he is confident God will meet all their needs according to the riches in Christ Jesus. This sermon looks at the make-up of those riches, and their application to the life of the believer.
How is every human, even those who have never heard the law of God, still morally responsible to a Holy and Righteous God on the day of judgement? This question is answered in part 2 of Original Sin.
What would Apostle Paul think about the prosperity Gospel? In this sermon, we examine his letter to the Philippians, and his definition of being supplied according to the riches of Christ Jesus.
Our understanding of the work of Christ will depend upon our understanding of the failure of Adam. In the message, Pastor Jesse Watkins explores the historical concept of original sin, and the following implications for the rest of theology.
In this sermon, Pastor Watkins examines the Biblical Call to spread the Gospel to the Nations, and the negligence that is currently happening towards the call of missions. May we be prodded towards the invitation of Christ, "Pray that the Lord...
In the letter of Romans, Apostle Paul develops his account of theology for 5 chapters before introducing the concept of being "saved." In this sermon we examine the present condition of the Christian, as opposed to simply the future state.
Luke chapter 2:40 says that "the grace of God was upon Jesus." In this sermon, Pastor Jesse Watkins examines what it means for the life of Jesus, and also what it means for the life of the believer.
There has been a historical confusion about the purpose of fasting in relation to our walk with God. Pastor Jesse identifies 3 keys to understanding the proper introduction of fasting into our spiritual routine.
In 1741, the most famous sermon ever given in the US was delivered by Jonathan Edwards entitled, "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." Pastor Jesse's sermon from Romans 5:6 asks the question - "Did Jonathan Edwards reveal the...
Mary Had a little lamb, who's fleece was white as snow, And in this sermon about Simeon, great things about Christ you shall know.
Living from a mindset of peace means being satisfied with life. How can we be satisfied in the midst of life's troubling circumstances? That question is answered in this week's sermon about Simeon in Luke chapter 2.
What is the foundation for a Christian to have hope? This question is answered in today's sermon from Romans chapter 5.
Can a Christian lose their salvation? This question is answered in today's sermon about the function of the Holy Spirit.
Who is the most important person in your life? Find it in this sermon about very minor character in the Gospel of Luke.
The blood of Abel cried for Punishment, but the blood of Christ called for Propitiation. The blood of Abel cried for Justice, but the blood of Christ called for Justification. The blood of Abel cried for vengeance, but the blood of Christ calls for...
The Swaddling Cloth Restricted his hands, restricted his feet, restricted his body. Listen to the story about the unrestricted King who chooses to become restricted.
Should the Christian aim for the standard of being perfect? This question is answered with this sermon.
The first Advent Rescued us from our Enemy. The first Advent Enables us to serve without Fear. The first Advent results in our Sanctification and Justification forever.
Abraham is considered the Father in the spiritual lineage of Christians, because he was called according to Grace.
There are those who don't understand, those who don't trust, those who don't worship, and those who don't quit. Which one are you?
You cannot be simultaneously righteous and a sinner. The old nature is no longer in effect. God sees you as already perfected.
His Grace abides in us, His Word Abides in us, His Joy abides in us, Our Joy can be Complete
Fathers Cannot Do It Alone Walk with your brothers and sisters in Christ The Church is the body of Christ
Your prayers don't have to be long. They can be short and sweet. You can pray to Jesus and God anywhere at anytime that you are. He is everywhere. Set aside time for God and build a relationship with him. Pray with your heart, he knows your...
- They were willing to do what had never been done, in order to reach someone who had never been reached.
- They were selfless
- They were faithful
Sleep should be with a Plan Sleep should be with a Purpose Sleep should be with a Protector
A Biblical call to the sick of the church and the elders of the church to walk in the anointing and faith which the New Testament does set forth. Contains an explanation of the use of anointing oil.
Jesus did not ask about his Condition. Jesus did not ask for Excuses. Jesus commanded his Wholeness.
Jesus is the True Bread from Heaven. Those who eat of the Bread from Heaven will: Never Go Hungry Never Be Cast Out Never Die
We have a High Priest who Defeated We have a High Priest who Completed We have a High Priest who Interceeded
The Gospel cannot be Understood by flesh. The Gospel cannot be Found; it finds us. The Gospel cannot be Equalled.
The Father must be the Religious Leader The Father must go where other are not willing to Go The Father must be willing to endure ridicule
Show me a worm that can understand a man, and I will show you a man that can understand the Triune God. - John Wesley
What does a healthy church look like? We will examine 3 qualities that should be reflected in the Body of Christ.
In the midst of the Christmas Season, sometimes all the "stuff" gets in the way of the King. Discover the 3 reasons there was no room for Jesus : 1) Everyone was Content 2) Babies are dirty 3) They didn't know who the baby was.
One of the most common Christmas traditions, the Christmas tree, has little spiritual significance. This message seeks to equip Christian families to use the Christmas tree as a parable of salvation and life in Christ.
Why do we celebrate Christmas the way we do? Have you ever wondered what cutting down Christmas trees has to do with the birth of Jesus? This sermon examines the background of traditional nativity celebrations and sets the stage for the rest of our...