Covenant Baptist Church, Mount Vernon, MO: Recent Episodes

Pastor Brian Parrish

Covenant Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, Missouri is a relationship based church, a family that is founded on the principles of the Word of God. The worship is alive, the preaching is practical and relevant, and the programs are engaging for all.

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The last two of three lessons from the story of Joshua and his leadership (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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Gabe reminds us that God has given each of us talents with the expectation that we use them.

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Three principles of faithful parenting demonstrated by Moses’ mother

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The first of three lessons from the story of Joshua and his leadership (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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The story of the Israelites wandering in the desert for 40 years, found in Numbers and Deuteronomy. (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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Three things we learn about God from this story (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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Pastor Brian invites us to go on mission with Jesus by having us check our commitment to missions work.

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On this Easter morning, Pastor Brian encouraged us to rise and shine just as Jesus shined and rose.

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The story of The Passover, found in Exodus 5-14 (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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The story of Moses' birth and call to be Israel's deliverer and leader, found in Exodus 1-4 (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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The story of Joseph, found in Genesis 37-50 (To watch the summary video of today's story, click HERE.)

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The stories of the Patriarchs, Isaac and Jacob, found in Genesis 24-35

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The story of the first Patriarch, Abraham, found in Genesis 12-22

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The story of Noah and the Flood, found in Genesis 6-11

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On this day, in-person services were cancelled due to ice and snow. With it being such a dreary day, we turned to Psalm 46 to find encouragement and hope.

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The story of Creation, found in Genesis 1-4

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Pastor Greg encourages us to fight the fight of faith in this three-part sermon series.

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Pastor Greg encourages us to fight the fight of faith in this three-part sermon series.

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Pastor Greg encourages us to fight the fight of faith in this three-part sermon series.

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Jesus’ words of correction and consequences to the church at Laodicea, and then the series conclusion

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Jesus’ words of commendation, caution, and consequences to the church at Philadelphia

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Jesus’ words of commendation, correction, and consequences to the church at Sardis

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Jesus’ words of commendation, correction, and consequences to the church at Thyatira

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Jesus’ words of commendation, correction, and consequences to the church at Pergamum

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Jesus’ words of commendation, caution, and consequences to the church at Smyrna

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Jesus’ words of commendation, correction, and consequences to the church at Ephesus

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Maurice and Erica White, missionaries in Kenya, Africa, and with Firewind Ministries, share testimonies of God's work through them

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Three intentions for John’s Revelation

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The commands, instructions, and warning for maintaining our faithfulness to Jesus

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Asking ourselves what we require or need from God vs. what we might want

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In light of the upcoming changes to our schedule, the Elders in attendance shared their hearts on these changes and transitions.

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Three ways in which the details of Esther reflect the Gospel (during one of our drive-in worship services)

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Three lessons about arrogance which we learn from Haman (during one of our drive-in worship services)

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Three statements regarding the nature and activity of faith (during one of our drive-in worship services)

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Two statements regarding the outcomes of faithfulness vs compromise (during one of our drive-in worship services)

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From Esther's deadly dilemma of entering the king's presence without invitation, we see an illustration of the gospel.

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Two statements that teach us and call us to prayer

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Three reminders for encouragement when bad luck seems to reign

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The last of four questions that help us better understand God’s perspective on divorce

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The third of four questions that help us better understand God’s perspective on divorce

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The first two of four questions that help us better understand God’s perspective on divorce

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Two statements explaining why we should hold marriage as sacred

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Bill Anderson, one of our Elders, challenges us to unconditionally submit to God's authority and holiness.

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On this Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, a presentation about the Tri-County Pregnancy Resource Center is given. Then, Pastor Brian follows up with three questions to help us gauge how we value human life.

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Four truths regarding the consistent and often unnerving presence of change as well as the necessity of change in our lives

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Only being a few days away from Christmas, Pastor Brian reminds us of God's invitation for us to come to Him and welcome Him into our lives.

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Two questions from the message of the angels that help gauge how welcome Jesus is in our lives

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The setting for Jesus’ first coming, and the setting and significance He wants to have in your life

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As we celebrate the 1st Sunday of Advent, Pastor Brian calls us to make the central figure of Christmas and not the seasonal festivities our primary focus.

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Two lessons regarding obedience and two instructions for application

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Two truths we learn about how God uses our integrity and our service to others

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Three crucial roles the individuals of this story and their situations played in God’s perfect plan of salvation (To watch the video shown in the sermon, click HERE.)

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Three lessons learned about decision making in the wake of the king and queen’s feud

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Three introductory points to the book of Esther

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Three statements regarding the connection between evangelism and liberty

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As Pastor Brian shares an end of the fiscal year financial report, he calls us to a heavenly perspective and hope.

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Pastor Canaan encourages us to live by the Spirit so that the awe-inspiring power of God might be manifested through our lives. (The video used in the sermon can be watched by clicking HERE.)

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Four reasons for Jesus' severe response to the fruitless tree

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Two encouraging truths regarding the divine power and promises of God

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Two reasons why we absolutely need Jesus (The video shown during the sermon can be viewed by clicking HERE.)

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Three questions for those who want to experience God's goodness

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Three realities concerning the difficulty of doing good

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Three aspects of Jesus' heart for children

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Four reasons it is wise to have a church budget and an occasional business meeting

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Pastor Brian encourages us from Psalm 22 that though we may feel alone and abandoned (and it's okay to be honest about those feelings) God is always with us.

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Pastor Canaan calls us to unity in Christ. (The video shown during the sermon can be viewed by clicking HERE.)

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A final outline and overview of Ephesians

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Two encouraging thoughts from Paul’s concluding statements in Ephesians

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Four important truths regarding the necessity of prayer

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The sixth and final piece of the armor of God that we must put on daily

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As we kicked off our week of Vacation Bible School, Pastor Brian invited us to encounter the Savior by zooming in and focusing on Jesus.

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On this Father's Day, Pastor Brian gives us three ways David helped prepare his son, Solomon, for the way.

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The fifth of the six pieces of the armor of God that we must put on daily

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The fourth of the six pieces of the armor of God that we must put on daily

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The third of the six pieces of the armor of God that we must put on daily (You can watch the video used at the end of the sermon by going HERE.)

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Pastor Canaan challenges us to desire God's will more than anything else and stop our grumbling.

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Three things a priceless mother knows in regard to raising her children

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The first two of the six pieces of the armor of God that we must put on daily

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Pastor Brian walks us through the Seder Meal (the Passover Meal), showing us how it points to the Messiah and how Jesus' celebration of it was both unique and history-changing.

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Pastor Canaan calls us to an uncompromising commitment to Jesus and His Word.

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Three truths about the Gospel of Jesus that has been entrusted to us

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Pastor Brian paraphrases three tough sayings of Jesus and shows how He teaches us to be countercultural. (The "Counter Culture" video used in the middle of the sermon can be seen by clicking HERE.)

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In February, the Elders had their annual retreat to pray and plan for this year. In this panel discussion, they gave an overview of their time at the retreat and what came out of it.

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Four questions pertaining to our readiness to elevate at CBC

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The last two of three insights into the daily struggle Christians face

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The first of three insights into the daily struggle Christians face

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In this 2-part message, we hear a word to employees and employers about how to live godly lives in our work and service.

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Derick shares what it means to be redeemed in Jesus Christ.

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In this 2-part message we hear a word to employees and employers about how to live godly lives in our work and service.

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Three defense statements for the life of the unborn child

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Three statements showing that the foundations of our society have been shaken by abortion

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Brother Kevin encourages us to stop wearing the heavy yokes of the world, the yoke of iron, and fix ourselves to Jesus.

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In this message we find a word to children and parents as we seek to live out godly lives within our families.

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Pastor Brian shares three unhealthy fears he struggled with in 2018 followed up by their correlating healthy concerns

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Two things we must rest from in order to have abundant life and godliness in 2019

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Three statements regarding the means and purpose of God’s timeless message (This sermon was created by Dr. Greg Fine, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Higginsville, MO.) (Movie clips can be seen by watching the movie, Miracle on 34th Street (1994 version).)

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Pastor Canaan calls us to consider and trust God's providential plans which are all perfect and good. (This sermon was created by Dr. Greg Fine, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Higginsville, MO.) (Movie clips can be seen by watching the movie, Miracle on 34th Street (1994 version).)

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Three parts to the question of Jesus' identity that we must consider and answer for ourselves (This sermon was created by Dr. Greg Fine, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Higginsville, MO.) (Movie clips can be seen by watching the movie, Miracle on 34th Street (1994 version).)

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Three examples of God's miraculous and perfect timing (This sermon was created by Dr. Greg Fine, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Higginsville, MO.) (Movie clips can be seen by watching the movie, Miracle on 34th Street (1994 version).)

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Four necessary components for true greatness

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Pastor Brian turns our attention to the generosity of God and then encourages us to be generous likewise.

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Four reasons why we should pursue giftedness in the church (A video illustration was used at the beginning of the sermon. It can be viewed HERE.)

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Five reasons we should pursue gracefulness in all conditions

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Four questions to test your current level of passion (Click HERE to watch the video used at the end.)

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Maurice and Erica White, missionaries to Kenya, Africa, returned to share about their recent time in Kenya and what God continues to do there. Click HERE to find out more about the Whites and their ministry, Firewind Ministries.

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Four statements regarding the ultimate purpose of marriage

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Two crucial components of a happy and holy marriage (We apologize for places where the audio quality is poor. We are remodeling our sanctuary, and the recording devices we are using are sub-par.)

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Five essential parts of being wise (We apologize for places where the audio quality is poor. We are remodeling our sanctuary, and the recording devices we are using are sub-par.)

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Pastor Canaan reminds us that the call of discipleship is the call to take up your cross whatever the cost. (We apologize for the places where the audio quality is poor. We are remodeling our sanctuary, and the recording devices we are using are sub-par.)

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The last two of four directives for walking in love (We apologize for the places where the audio quality is poor. We are remodeling our sanctuary, and the recording devices we are using are sub-par.)

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The first two of four directives for walking in love (We apologize for the places where the audio quality is poor. We are remodeling our sanctuary, and the recording devices we are using are sub-par.)

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Three statements that call us to be continually renewed in Christ (We apologize that the sermon introduction did not get recorded.)

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The last three of six pairs of contrasted vices and virtues which teach us how to build up the body of Christ

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Pastor Canaan encourages us to remain moldable and willing to be reshaped as God continues to complete the good work He began in us. (To watch the video used in the sermon, click HERE.)

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The second of six pairs of contrasted vices and virtues which teach us how to build up the body of Christ

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The first two of six pairs of contrasted vices and virtues which teach us how to build up the body of Christ

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Four distinct characteristics of the new life in Christ (You can watch the unedited version of the video shown by clicking HERE.)

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Four reasons for confidence and hard work in the big game of God’s Mission

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Seven ways in which our Heavenly Father is a perfect daddy (We apologize that due to a power outage the introduction and first two points were not recorded.)

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Pastor Brian presents the plan for renovating our sanctuary along with the recommended design. This is followed by a Q&A session. You can watch a fly through video of the proposed design by clicking HERE.

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Three counterpoints to the trending attitudes of consumerism and complacency in the American Church

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Five Christian traits we are called to live out so that our identity in Christ shines out

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Maurice and Erica White, missionaries to Kenya, Africa, were here to share about their heart for Jesus and for taking His gospel to those who have never heard it. Click HERE to find out more about the Whites and their ministry, Firewind Ministries.

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On this Mother's Day, Pastor Brian reminded moms that in Christ they are more than conquerors and that if they walk in faith they cannot ultimately fail.

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Pastor Canaan encourages us to humbly study to show ourselves approved and to test every truth-claim against the Word of God.

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Three concrete and glorious reasons why we, as Christians, can dance and sing no matter what

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Patrick Oehlschlager, one of our Elders, challenged us to let our faith soar, both individually and corporately, higher than ever before.

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Four resulting consequences if the message of Easter is false

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Pastor Canaan challenged us to seek and obey God's will and gave us some practical tools for discerning His will.

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Pastor Brian presented a follow-up to the Vision Sunday message from 3/4/2018, clarifying some of the issues discussed and answering questions from the congregation. (Some of the questions and comments during the Q&A time were spoken without a mirophone, so there are some drawn out silences in the audio recording.)

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Dr. Keith Vawter, Southwest Regional Representative and Development Officer for the Missouri Baptist Children's Home Foundation, shared about this wonderful ministry and how we can be a part of it. Find out more about the Missouri Baptist Children's Home HERE.

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Back in February, the Elders had their annual retreat to pray and plan for this year. In this presentation, they gave an overview of their time at the retreat and what came out of it.

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Four lessons from the Exodus and Israel's failure to enter the Promised Land

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A theological and practical overview of missions (The video on giving used in the middle of the message can be viewed HERE.)

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Three qualifying imperatives that help us ensure our service is godly

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Pastor Greg points out to us the method, answers, and barriers to prayer.

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Four types of ground (lives) described by Jesus in The Parable of the Sower

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Pastor Brian encourages us to show up with expectation knowing we can do nothing eternal on our own, but God can do anything and everything in us, through us, and for us.

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Six sacrifices Jesus made in coming to earth as the Messiah

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As we celebrate Christmas, Pastor Canaan instructs us to give Jesus the gift of worship He deserves, namely, our lives as a living sacrifice to Him.

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Four questions we must answer in regard to Jesus’ Sovereign Dominion

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Three insights the gifts from the Wise Men give us into Jesus’ identity and mission. Advent Sunday 1: Hope

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Three crystal clear parts of God’s will for our lives

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Pastor Brian gives us two truths regarding God's faithfulness and blessings, and then calls us to prayer.

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Four ways that adults in David's life underestimated him

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As the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation was celebrated on October 31, 2017, Pastor Brian drew our attention to the Reformation and gave us four reasons why God's Word must be preeminent in our lives and in our church.

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In this message, Pastor Canaan reminds us of the power of God's grace and how it can overcome every sin, hurt, or circumstance in our lives. (To watch the video used at the beginning of the sermon, go HERE. To watch the video used at the end of the sermon, go HERE.)

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As we have reached the halfway point in our Ephesians series, Pastor Brian gives us a big-picture overview of the first three chapters.

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As we honored Flora Farrell for her many years of faithful service, Pastor Brian gave us five observations from the legacy of Timothy's grandmother, Lois.

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The last of four concepts that are inherently a part of spiritual maturity

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Greg turns our attention to the exchange between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well and answers the question, "What does it mean to worship in spirit and truth?" (To see the video used at the end of the sermon click HERE.)

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The third of four concepts that are inherently a part of spiritual maturity (To see the video used during the sermon click HERE.)

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The first of four concepts that are inherently a part of spiritual maturity

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The last three of four reasons we are to serve as faithful stewards of God’s gracious gospel

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The first of four reasons we are to serve as faithful stewards of God’s gracious gospel

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On this Sunday, Pastor Brian, by the Holy Spirit's leading, did not preach his prepared message but rather shared the concern of his heart for his own life and for the health of the church.

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Pastor Brian gives us four explanatory statements regarding the mystery of the Gospel.

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Pastor Brian points out three stages of Peter’s Christian growth for our instruction.

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Pastor Brian gives us the last of three statements that express the past, present, and future realities of a believer in Christ.

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Derick encourages us to entrust our lives into the hands of a mighty God knowing that what we face now pales in comparison to what awaits us in Christ.

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Pastor Brian gives us three liberating truths regarding our freedom in Christ.

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Pastor Brian shares four statements that reveal to us the preeminence of Christ.

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Pastor Brian points out three lessons for fatherhood which we learn from Methuselah’s father, Enoch.

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Pastor Brian gives us the first two of three statements that express the past, present, and future realities of a believer in Christ.

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Pastor Brian points out the last of four before and after word pictures of our lives as Christians.

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Pastor Brian points out the third of four before and after word pictures of our lives as Christians.

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Pastor Brian points out the first two of four before and after word pictures of our lives as Christians.

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On this Mother's Day, Pastor Brian gives moms three reminders for their encouragement and endurance.

To watch the video used at the end of the message, go HERE.

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Pastor Canaan points out three areas of our life that we need to pay close attention to if we desire to leave a godly legacy.

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Pastor Brian gives us the last one of four areas of truth you must have understanding in to comprehend and appreciate salvation.

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Pastor Brian continues this message regarding four areas of truth you must have understanding in to comprehend and appreciate salvation.

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On this Resurrection Sunday, Pastor Brian illustrates three points of comparison between the lives of Jesus and Judas.

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Our Youth Pastor, Canaan Vermillion, on his Ordination day, encourages us to finish the race by keeping the faith to the very end.

Check out the video illustration he used by clicking HERE.

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Pastor Brian shares with us the first of four areas of truth you must have understanding in to comprehend and appreciate salvation.

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Pastor Brian gives us the second of two implications from Paul’s teaching on salvation.

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Dr. Jeff Voth, founder of Cavetime ministries, gives us three questions we must ask ourselves if we want to receive the inheritance God has for us. To learn more about Dr. Voth or his ministry, visit Cavetime.org.

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From our text, Pastor Brian shows us the first of two implications from Paul’s teaching on salvation.

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The Elders discuss their retreat from a couple of weekends ago along with the goals that were set for 2017. Go to our Vision page to watch the 5 videos that were shown to introduce each goal.

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Pastor Brian asks us four questions regarding the level of our visionary status as believers and as a church.

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From Paul's greeting to the Ephesian church, Pastor Brian points out three Christian principles regarding our confidence and calling in Christ.

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Professor David Fish calls us to a lifelong commitment to Christ's lordship in our lives.

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Pastor Brian gives us an introduction and outline for the book of Ephesians.

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In this message, Tyler Barnes challenges us to trust God's call in our lives so that we don't settle for anything less than what He has for us.

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Pastor Brian shares with us two indicators that the Bible recognizes a baby in the womb as a person. (sermon outline from Pastor John Piper's sermon, The Baby in My Womb Leaped for Joy)

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Pastor Brian gives us three reasons why Paul was not discouraged by harsh resistance.

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As 2017 begins, Pastor Brian gives us three ways in which we can give God our first and best in this new year.

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Pastor Brian compares for us the word of Caesar, the World, with the voice of the Ages, Jesus.

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Pastor Brian shows us three aspects of the Christmas story that must be understood and shared for it to bring peace.

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From our text, Pastor Brian shares four statements concerning God’s message of joy to which we should respond.

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From our text, Pastor Brian shares with us four statements of wisdom concerning the presence of God.

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On this first Sunday of Advent, Pastor Brian shows us three aspects of John the Baptist's birth story that remind us of the hope of Christmas.

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Pastor Brian gives us two insights from Jesus for faithfully prioritizing our lives.

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Pastor Brian teaches us six lessons about Christian discipleship from the hand-off of Paul to Timothy.

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Pastor Brian shows us five lessons learned from Elijah and Elisha about the successful hand-off of ministry and leadership.

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As the upcoming election on Nov. 8th draws ever closer, Pastor Brian reminds us of God's sovereignty and our responsibility in the election of our government's leaders.

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Pastor Brian points out two heart-positions of Moses and two heart-positions of Joshua that made their hand-off exemplary.

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Pastor Brian encourages us to get in the race and serve as God has called each of us.

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In this message, Pastor Brian gives us two questions that help us better understand the issue of Baptism.

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On this Deacon Ordination Sunday, Pastor Brian gave us four truths in regard to our identity as mere servants.

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In this message, Pastor Brian gives us six aspects of salvation which baptism symbolizes.

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In the last sermon of this series, Pastor Brian gives us five components for having Joy in Jesus.

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In this Labor Day weekend message, Pastor Brian reminds us to rest in the tireless love and labor of our great God.

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Pastor Brian reminds us that when life isn't all we hoped it would be, or we royally mess everything up, God's grace, mercy, and goodness is still held out to us if only we would receive it in faith.

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Guest preacher, Pastor Wade Rogers, Pastor of First Baptist Church Aurora, encourages us to obey God's call, whatever the cost.

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In part two of this sermon, Pastor Brian gives us the last four of five reasons why we must fight for joy.

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In part one of this sermon, Pastor Brian gives us the first of five reasons why we must fight for joy.

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In this message, Derick Barnes, one of our Elders, expresses the wonderful reality and promise of having peace with God through faith.

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Before we can appreciate the full value of what Jesus did for us on the cross, we have to understand our own hopeless plight apart from Him. In this message, Pastor Brian starts with an Biblical description of who we are and then moves to who Jesus is and what He did for us.

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In this message, Pastor Brian seeks to rally and persuade us to fight for joy in Jesus.

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Looking at Paul's words in Philippians, Pastor Brian shares with us the secret to contentment.

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From this text, Pastor Brian reminds us that no matter how ordinary or inadequate we feel, God can do mighty things through us for it is He who wills and works for His good pleasure.

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In preparation for VBS, Pastor Brian reminds us that God sees not as man sees but looks at the heart.

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In the raising of Samuel, God gave Eli a second chance at fatherhood. Looking at this special event in Israel's history, Pastor Brian reminds us of the responsibility of dad's and the grace of God in fatherhood.

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In this message, Canaan encourages us to armor up and follow our warrior King Jesus into spiritual battle.

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In this two-part sermon, Pastor Brian turns our attention to three directives for proper Christian follow-through.

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In this two-part sermon, Pastor Brian turns our attention to three directives for proper Christian follow-through. This message includes the first directive.

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From the story of Hannah and Samuel, Pastor Brian gives us two points of truth and then two points of application regarding the gifts of God and our proper response to those gifts.

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Pastor Brian shares with us five reasons why we must forgive others. We apologize that due to technical difficulties the audio is not very loud and is muddled at points.

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Pastor Brian gives us five necessary responses to God for acceptable worship.

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Pastor Brian shows us the link between eternal security, daily faithfulness, and the community of faith, the church.

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Pastor Brian points out three aspects of acceptable worship so that we might offer it to God.

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In this message, Canaan encourages us with the same word that we are given in James 4:26-27, "Be angry and yet do not sin." The video used in the message can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NesvHw1M3RA.

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On this Easter morning, Pastor Brian shared seven manifestations of Christ throughout eternity.

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Pastor Brian points out three realities of God’s agenda for His worship and our joy.

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In looking at the story of Mary and Joseph misplacing their young son, Jesus, for a few days, Pastor Brian gives us three parental oversights Joseph and Mary committed in Jesus’ spiritual development.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian points out five marks of a deacon.

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In this message, Pastor Brian gives us three ways Christ is absolutely sufficient for all believers.

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Using an outline provided by Focus on the Family, Pastor Brian shares with us five ways to honor—to be a backup singer for—the marriages around you.

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In this message, Pastor Brian points out four realities of Christ’s absolute Supremacy which Paul teaches us.

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Pastor Brian points out three crucial aspects of the Christian life regarding the significance of Jesus Christ.

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Pastor Brian shares three reasons why wanting everything all the time is such a reckless desire.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian reminds us that abortion is more than the taking of a life; it is the destruction of God's work and the disruption of His will.

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The greatest gift God could give to man is the gift of Himself, and Pastor Brian reminds us that God gave that very gift through the advent of Jesus Christ.

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As we draw near to Thanksgiving, Pastor Brian asserts that to live thankfully we must live faithfully, putting aside duplicity.

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From this beautiful prayer of Jonah found in chapter 2, Pastor Brian reminds us of our hopelessness apart from God and our hopefulness with God.

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Kevin Farmer, one of our Elders, encourages us to take the high ground as believers and then to keep it through spiritual disciplines and Christ-like boldness.

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In this message, Pastor Brian implores us to make the declaration of God's glory through the sharing of His gospel our purpose, priority, and passion.

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In this two part sermon, Pastor Brian shares with us three ways God’s Glory is revealed both to His children and to the World.

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In this two part sermon, Pastor Brian shares with us three ways God’s Glory is revealed both to His children and to the World.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian defines what "God's glory" is, and then points what our response should be to His glory.

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In light of the upcoming anniversary of 9/11, Pastor Brian gives us three questions to ask ourselves in light of the fragility of life.

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Pastor Brian gives us four instructive components for keeping our eyes on our vision.

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After a powerful weekend last week during our Awakening Weekend, Pastor Brian follows up with this message giving us three steps in the process of sustaining revival.

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After just a little over a month since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of same sex marriage, Pastor Brian shows us from Scripture what our response to the individuals and to this issue should be.

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After just a little over a month since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of same sex marriage, Pastor Brian shows us from Scripture what our response to the individuals and to this issue should be.

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As we prepare for our upcoming Awakening Weekend, Aug. 14-16, Pastor Brian calls all believers to wake up to God's activity and calling.

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As we look back on our week of Vacation Bible School, we are asked to consider in which way we are walking, God's way or the world's way.

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As we begin our Vacation Bible School, Pastor Brian gives us a flavor of what the kids will be experiencing throughout the week. He invites us all to a "journey off the map," by challenging us with the faith-filled life of Daniel and his friends.

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In taking us through the 10 plagues of the Exodus in Exodus 7-11, Patrick reminds us never to doubt God's plan for our lives.

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Pastor Brian points out three areas in which King David missed some godly fathering opportunities.

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In this message, Pastor Brian commends us not to let disunity or distractions in the church get in the way of our overarching mission.

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Pastor Brian poses the same question Moses asked the Israelites as they were standing before the Promise Land for the second time. "Will we trust and obey God and receive His blessings, or will we refuse and miss out?"

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In this two part sermon, Pastor Brian shares six effects of the Holy Spirit's coming.

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In this two part sermon, Pastor Brian shares six effects of the Holy Spirit's coming.

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Pastor Brian gives us five ways in which the Disciples prepared for Pentecost.

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Pastor Brian shares how we might honor our mothers everyday by instructing us in eight ways we should be showing our mothers love.

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Pastor Brian gives us eight qualities of Nehemiah's character that qualified him for being used by God.

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Pastor Brian points out four elements of the Hope that we have in Christ.

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In this address, the Elders share with the church what is going on at Covenant Baptist Church and what is coming up in the future. This message communicates both practical ministry information along with how it all ties together in our overall vision.

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In this Easter Sunday sermon, Pastor Brian invites us to look at the identity of our Risen Savior, Jesus; who He was, what He became for us, and who He’s always been and always will be.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian gives us four "Be Verbs" concerning Spiritual Disciplines.

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Dr. Jeff Voth is the founder and president of Cavetime, an organization dedicated to kindling a fire in the hearts of men so they may become real men—literal walls of security and protection for their people. He is also the author of the book entitled Cavetime. In this message, Dr. Voth encourages us to not let the giants of sin get the best of us, but to slay them through the power and grace of Jesus Christ. Find more about Dr. Voth and the Cavetime ministry by visiting www.cavetime.org.

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Pastor Brian shows us how our transformed identity in Christ confirms and compels our ongoing transformation as we become more like Jesus.

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Pastor Brian expounds on why the Gospel of Jesus Christ is so paramount and central to us as Christians, and why we mustn't ever think we are graduated from it or mature enough to move on beyond it.

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Pastor Brian shows us that in Jesus we find the definition, example, and embodiment of true love.

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Pastor Brian describes the qualifications for the office of elder and then gives six key points in regard to this office in order to show the role and function of an elder along with how this office fits into the greater context of the church.

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Pastor Brian instructs us on how to position ourselves for God's transforming work in our lives.

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Pastor Brian shows us what true Christian Discipleship is.

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Pastor Brian shows us two things which Christian Discipleship is not.

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As Pastor Brian begins this new series on discipleship, he gives us two foundational truths for being a Christian disciple.

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Pastor Brian encourages us to look at this next year in 3D through the Word of God so that this next year might be the best one yet.

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Pastor Brian expounds on the message of the Angels, and then encourages us to let that message be our message to the world.

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Pastor Brian gives us three reasons why God chose to reveal the birth of His Son to a group of shepherds on the first Christmas night.

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On this first Sunday of advent, and having just celebrated Thanksgiving, Pastor Brian gives us three means of showing true gratitude to God; both to teach us how to show our gratitude and for us to check our level of gratitude.

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Pastor Brian shows us three marks of a true servant as displayed by Christ.

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Pastor Brian gives us four steps for rightly responding to the Holy Ground of God’s presence.

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Through a quick survey of the Bible on the issue of tithing, Pastor Brian seeks to answer the age old question, "How much should we give?"

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Pastor Brian gives us three spiritual realities of the family which should dictate our faith and behavior within our families.

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Pastor Brian shows us three aspects of the Church to which we as believers are committed.

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Pastor Brian takes us through the prescript of Paul's letter to the Romans and reminds us that our salvation not only comes with the privileges of grace through faith, but also with the call to obey Jesus our Lord.

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Covenant Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, Missouri is a relationship based church, a family that is founded on the principles of the Word of God. The worship is alive, the preaching is practical and relevant, and the programs are engaging for all.

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Pastor Brian turns our attentions to three areas of the Christian life in which Paul tells us to rekindle the flame of commitment.

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Pastor Brian asks us three questions in regard to God's invitation to enter into His rest.

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In looking at this familiar story in Mark, Pastor Brian reminds us that God's call is not just a command. It is a promise to take us to where He has called us.

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Pastor Brian walks us through Psalm 62 and puts before us the question, "What does your soul wait for and hope in?". If it is not God you will not be satisfied.

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By pointing us to the example of Jesus and the Apostles, Pastor Brian shows us the value of short-term mission trips.

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Greg encourages us to not be mastered by fear but to master it and overcome it by faith in Christ. As children of God we have no reason to fear.

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Pastor Brian calls us to the all important task of training our children in the Word and ways of God so that they might know Him.

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Pastor Brian encourages us to set our minds and lives on things above.

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Pastor Brian challenges us to make sure we are actually taking the gospel to the world radically and faithfully, and not just maintaining our meetings and traditions.

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Pastor Brian points out the purpose of Jesus' coming, and challenges us to make it our purpose each day.

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Pastor Brian gives us three questions to ask ourselves as a kind of spiritual paternity test.

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Pastor Brian reminds us that to clearly and accurately communicate the gospel, it requires words. It requires us to tell others.

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In this sermon Pastor Brian gives us three parts of Andrew's perspective on outreach which we would do well to emulate.

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As Covenant Baptist Church enters into a new season of ministry, Pastor Brian offers some insight and vision into the future ministry at Covenant.

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In this message, Pastor Brian gives six encouraging lessons for mothers from the life of Hagar.

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As Covenant Baptist Church enters into a new season of ministry, Pastor Brian offers some insight and vision into the future ministry at Covenant.

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As fragile as this life is, and with all that God has done for us through His Son, Jesus Christ, the only response is to give our life to Him and for Him. In this sermon, Pastor Brian discusses what it means to exalt Christ both in life and in death.

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In this message, Pastor Brian asks us to consider the devastation and horror of the cross so that we might appreciate the hope and joy which the resurrection brings.

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Covenant Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, Missouri is a relationship based church, a family that is founded on the principles of the Word of God. The worship is alive, the preaching is practical and relevant, and the programs are engaging for all.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian compares the Passover sacrifice with the sacrifice of Jesus to show his identity as the Messiah.

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Pastor Brian gives us the last two of five aspects of the Holy Spirit's leading seen in the life of Jesus.

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Pastor Brian gives us the first three of five aspects of the Holy Spirit's leading seen in the life of Jesus.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian gives us the last two of three pieces to the truth of walking by the Spirit.

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In this sermon, Pastor Brian gives us the first of three pieces to the truth of walking by the Spirit.

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In this sermon Pastor Brian calls our attention to the 41 years of legalized abortion since the 1973 Roe. vs. Wade decision, and reminds us that God has a sovereign design and plan for every pregnancy regardless of the disability, weakness, or inconvenience of the human life.

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In this three part sermon, Pastor Brian shows us the pathway to holy and acceptable worship.

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In this three part sermon, Pastor Brian shows us the pathway to holy and acceptable worship.

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In this three part sermon, Pastor Brian shows us the pathway to holy and acceptable worship.

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Pastor Brian reminds us that God's love and grace is no respecter of a person's position, appearance, profession, or possessions.

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Pastor Brian gives us two degrees of Jesus’ total humility which act as an example for us to follow. (Please forgive us for the technical difficulties we were having with our audio equipment.)

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In this first sermon of the advent season, Pastor Brian points out some of the prophesy of the Old Testament pointing to Jesus as the Messiah, and then he encourages us to trust God in all of His promises based on His faithfulness in sending His promised Messiah.

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In this message, Pastor Brian asks the poignant question, "Does the level of our gladness and gratitude reflect the level of God’s Goodness?"

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In his first Sunday as Pastor, Pastor Brian presents the advantage and danger of expectations and how to manage them so they propel the church instead of getting in the way.