Bethel Baptist Church

This sermon, by Missionary Bob Piatt, explores the challenges of wholeheartedly following Christ, using biblical narratives of men who initially expressed eagerness but ultimately offered excuses to avoid commitment. It emphasizes the importance of prioritizing God's will above personal desires and worldly pursuits, drawing parallels to the faithfulness of Paul and contrasting it with the tragic consequences of neglecting spiritual duties. Ultimately, the message underscores the necessity of unwavering dedication to God's calling, warning against lukewarmness and encouraging a life of consistent obedience, lest one abandon their faith and forfeit God's blessing.

This sermon emphasizes the central purpose of believers: to make much of Jesus Christ. Drawing from Scripture, particularly Proverbs 14:34, it highlights the vital connection between righteousness and national flourishing, asserting that a nation's hope lies not in politics or policy, but in the faithful proclamation of Christ. The message encourages active engagement in sharing the gospel, recognizing responsibility to counter sin and apathy, and ultimately trusting that consistent witness and devotion to Christ can bring about positive change and reflect God's glory within the nation.

This sermon explores the transformative power of returning to God's Word, using Nehemiah chapter eight as a central illustration. After a period of rebuilding and restoration, the people gather at the Watergate, a symbol of life-sustaining flow, and request Ezra the scribe to read the law. This act sparks a profound shift, moving from a state of unfamiliarity with scripture to one of weeping, rejoicing, and ultimately, obedience, demonstrating that genuine revival stems from a renewed desire to hear and apply God's truth, and that even after periods of hardship, the opportunity for spiritual renewal remains accessible through engagement with God's word.

This sermon explores the challenging but essential pathway of humility, emphasizing that true spiritual growth and divine favor are attained not through self-promotion but through a willingness to submit to God's guidance and embrace a servant's heart. Drawing from passages in 1 Peter and Proverbs, the message highlights the importance of personal examination and a conscious effort to resist pride, recognizing that humility opens the door to grace, protection, and ultimately, God's exaltation, while resisting the proud and offering grace to the humble. The speaker underscores that genuine humility is a conscious choice, a posture of submission, and a recognition that any position of influence is a gift from God, not a product of personal merit.

This sermon explores the profound significance of Jesus Christ as the author and finisher of faith, emphasizing that true faith begins and ends with Him, not with human effort. Drawing from Hebrews 12, the message highlights Christ's enduring sacrifice and the assurance it provides for believers facing life's challenges, reminding listeners that their hope rests in His completed work and promises, enabling them to run with patience the race set before them, secure in the knowledge that He is faithful to secure their eternity, and guide them through the daily walk of life.

This sermon examines Nehemiah's leadership in rebuilding Jerusalem, emphasizing the importance of protection, population, prosperity, and provision for the city and its people. It highlights the necessity of faithfulness and a reverential fear of God in those entrusted with responsibility, and underscores that true revival and blessing stem from collective effort and sacrifice, where every individual contributes according to their ability, ultimately leading to a renewed sense of purpose and divine favor.

This sermon explores the pathway of understanding, arguing that it's a crucial element in navigating life's challenges, often sought after during difficult times. It emphasizes that true understanding isn't found in seeking answers to 'why,' but rather in recognizing God's sovereignty, righteousness, and goodness, even when circumstances remain unclear. Drawing from Proverbs and other biblical passages, the message highlights the importance of seeking wise counsel, trusting God's guidance, and accepting that sometimes, the greatest understanding comes from a deeper reliance on divine grace and a willingness to surrender to His will, even when the path ahead is obscured.

Father's Day 2025

Father's Day 2025

Resurrection Sunday

Resurrection Sunday