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Here is part 2 of Green Pastures… 07.26.26.Green.Pastures.pt.2.Tim.McCool

For sheep to grow, they must be free from certain things. In this message, I look at how sheep are able to rest and grow in green pastures. Here is part 1 of Green Pastures… 07.26.26.Green.Pastures.pt.1.Tim.McCool

In the Bible Profile series, I have now left Genesis and moved into Exodus. The most significant figure of Exodus, is of course, Moses. It would take years to cover all of the events of Moses’ life, so I chose to focus on the times we find Moses on certain mountains. 07.22.26.Moses.on.the.Mountain.Tim.McCool

We all have opinions and they can certainly be valuable to us. Our lives can be shaped in positive ways if we listen to the opinions of the older, wiser people in our lives. However, opinions can be dangerous and a tremendous source of strife and conflict if used recklessly. With the internet and social media, it is easier …

In the one anothering series, I look at the big picture of Jesus and John’s teachings on loving one another. I think it is safe to conclude that when we embrace what the Bible teaches on the details of loving one another, we are left without excuse! We can never say – I don’t know …

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? That is an age-old question that has baffled the minds of many. However, the Bible clearly tells us which came first. Along those same lines we ask the question…which comes first, belief or being born again. In this sermon, Brother Luke uses the scriptures to show that belief is not a means to …

To me, one of the most fascinating characters in the Bible is Judah, the 4th son of Jacob. His life is a tell-all of debauchery, betrayal, tragedy and loss. But our great God of mercy makes it clear that His grace has no bounds when it comes to His children. In the Bible profile series, …

The Jubilee celebration was a declaration of liberty every 50th year in Israel. Sadly, there is no record in the Bible of this celebration being observed. In a sense, we celebrate a yearly jubilee of America every July 4. In a much greater way than the OT or our national anniversary of freedom, the Lord …

In the last sermon of the series on understanding your Bible, Brother Luke looks at the ‘alls’, ‘everys’, and ‘worlds’ of the scriptures. If we always take these words as being universally and totally inclusive, we will find ourselves in much confusion. All means all…right? Not usually. In this sermon he looks at how it is imperative that we put …

The mysterious connection between marriage and the New Testament church cannot be over-emphasized or overlooked. In this message entitled, “Secret, Sacred, Safe”, I look at these beautiful connections that came from the Mind of a Creative Genius. 06.21.26.Sacred.Secret.Safe.Tim.McCool

When it comes to studying our Bibles, one important concept we need to understand is the difference between an eternal salvation and a salvation related to the here and now. While it is the finished work of Christ alone that saves us from an eternal hell, there are many things we can do on this …

In the Bible profile series, I come to one of the sons of Jacob. The life of Joseph was fraught with disappointment and tragedy, much of which was brought on by bad parenting. But there are beautiful and glorious glimpses of our Savior in the life of Joseph. Joseph

The way we worship is important to God. For 5 chapters in I Corinthians, the Holy Spirit directed Paul to write about the things that should and should not occur during worship. In this message, I look at this important teaching about what God expects out of us when we publicly worship Him. Tarry

Much debate has occurred over the meaning of the pruning of the vine in John 15. If we simply take the plain words of Jesus in their context, we will learn the valuable lesson He is teaching. In this message, I look at the meaning of the true Vine and how the pruning of the …

In the Bible Profile series, I look at Jacob, one of the twin sons of Isaac. His life was much more dramatic than his father’s. In this message, I consider Jacob’s lies, his ladder, his Lord and his loss. Jacob

In this message from the book of James, I look at how we are taught to judge not and grudge not one another. If we as Christians would apply this simple teaching, it would enrich our lives toward the Lord and one another. 05.17.26.Judge.Not.Grudge.Not.Tim.McCool

When someone is in darkness, light brings vision and hope. Jesus’ ministry was a “great light” in a very dark place. Not only from a spiritual standpoint, but the actual region into which Jesus carried out most of his public ministry, was known for great darkness. In this message, I look at the great Light …

It is not unusual for a child to fantasize about being a superhero. The idea of flying or having super strength appeals to the imagination. Have you ever thought about what it would have been like to be Jesus? To have the ability to heal the sick, raise the dead, walk on water, and turn …

It is easy to provoke people to anger or to provoke someone to become upset. But is altogether another activity to provoke others to love and to good works. In this message in the one anothering series, I look at this important subject. 05.03.26.Consider.One.Another.Tim.McCool

Whether it’s painting the Sistine Chapel, carving the faces of Mount Rushmore, or playing the piano, the hands of men are capable of incredible things. As impressive as they are, men’s hands can’t touch what the hands of Christ did. From the healing touch given to the leper, to holding our eternal salvation secure, truly …

In the final message of the day, Elder Michael Hattaway preaches from Revelation 19, focusing on the truth that is proclaimed in heaven – The Lord God omnipotent reigneth. 05.02.26.Msg.4.The.Lord.God.Omnipotent.Reigneth.Michael.Hattaway

In the afternoon service of the annual meeting, Brother Jonah Lowrance presents a message from Paul’s final letter, written before he died. 05.02.26.Msg.3.Pauls.Final.Letter.Jonah.Lowrance

In the 2nd message of the annual meeting, Elder Michael Hattaway looks at two questions, both found in Matthew 16. Jesus asked, “Whom do men say that I am?” And then he asked the apostles – “Whom do you say that I am?” 05.02.26.Msg.2.Two.Questions.Jesus.Asked.Michael.Hattaway

Here is the first message from our recent annual meeting. Lic. Jonah Lowrance shares a wonderful opening message at the meeting. We can say what we think about God’s word and although it may be true, it might not carry a lot of weight. But in this sermon, Brother Jonah shares what Jesus Himself said …

Practically everyone has a cell phone. And those who do not are wishing they did. The original Greek word for “voice” is the word we have today as “phone.” In that sense, Christ has a phone (Voice) that is an irresistible call. In this message I look at the cell phone call of Christ. 04.26.26.Jesus.Cell.Phone.Tim.McCool

Most of us have seen a video with the caption POV. That caption is telling us to frame our minds to see something from a certain point of view. How often do we look at situations in life from God’s point of view? Oftentimes in the Bible we find good, well meaning people having the …

Have you ever compared your disobedient thoughts to a criminal on the run? In the same way a criminal must be overpowered, apprehended, and taken into captivity…so must our sinful thoughts. Every wicked deed begins with a wicked thought. In this sermon Brother Luke looks at what the Bible says about taking our thoughts captive. …

Today I am sharing with you the latest message in the “One Anothering” series. To love one another as Christ loved His people is the goal of discipleship. It identifies God’s children. And the NT is filled with specific ways we are to love one another. In this message, I look at increasing, abounding and …

In the “One Anothering” series, I look at what might be the most important of the loving one anothers – be kind, tenderhearted and forgiving. I wonder how much revival our churches would experience if we daily loved one another in this way. 04.12.26.Kind.Tenderhearted.and.Forgiving.Tim.McCool

The Bible describes our life on the earth as leaves that fade or grass that withers. In the same way that plants change with the season, so do our lives as time marches forward. We start as young tender leaves in the spring of life and quickly find ourselves in the winter season, where strength …

In the Bible Profile series, I come to Isaac & Rebecca. Contained within their lives are two of the greatest doctrinal allegories and examples found in the Bible. In this message, I look at those two comparisons. 04.08.26.Bible.Profile.Isaac.and.Rebecca.Tim.McCool

Limited atonement is a theological term that sometimes we lose sight of. It relates the Bible truth of the work of Christ – that He died for the sins of His people, and none shall be lost. In this message, I look at this truth, but in more of a “picture book” kind of way. …

In this message preached on Easter Sunday, Brother Jonah Lowrance preaches on the subject of the Lord Jesus Christ and His resurrection, and how we will see Him face to face one day. 04.05.26.Face.to.Face.Jonah.Lowrance

In the “One Anothering” series, I come to perhaps the easiest activity we can do for one another – pray for one another. 03.29.26.Pray.for.One.Another.Tim.McCool

In a sermon preached at Vestavia Primitive Baptist Church, Brother Luke looks at some of the functions of the Holy Spirit. Not only does the Holy Spirit play a vital role in the new birth, but it also leads and comforts us, confirms our sonship, and intercedes for us when we pray. 130302_001

A few weeks ago, I started a series on the fundamentals of the faith. The first message was about Adam’s fall into sin. If we don’t know what Adam’s sin did us, it is impossible to understand the next fundamental. The unconditional election of an innumerable host of the human race to be saved eternally, …

In this sermon Brother Luke looks at the miracle of the Widow’s oil. Many of God’s people today are empty vessels, run down and drained by the cares of this life. In the same way the widow’s last jar of oil filled many other jars without running out, so can one faithful servant’s effort impact many that …

Here is part 2 of the message, Where to Work and Live… 03.15.26.Where.to.Work.and.Live.part.2.Tim.McCool

Here is part 1 of the last message in a series preached recently. The Big 4 questions in life are 1. Who to marry? 2. Where to worship? 3. Where to work? and 4. Where to live? In this message, I look at where to work and live. Here is part 1 of that message… …

In the Bible Profile series, I examine the life of Sarah. 03.11.26.Bible.Profile.Sarah.Tim.McCool

It is always important to start at the beginning to lay the proper foundation. This is true in school, in work environments, and basically in logical thinking. You start at the beginning to understand anything. So it is with the fall of Adam in the Garden of Eden. Satan wants us to view this as …

We usually value the things we love, but don’t always love the things we value. Some may not love going to the doctor but value the medicine or healing they receive. Others may not love their job but value the pay that it provides for their family. In this sermon Brother Luke looks at the …

In the Big 4 life questions series, I look at the important question – Where to Worship? With churches on every corner, and any flavor or form of worship that a person could dream up, is it possible to figure out the answer to this question? 03.01.26.Where.to.Worship.Tim.McCool

In our Bible profile series, I look at the father of 3 still existing world religions – Abraham. 02.25.26.Bible.Profile.Abraham.Tim.McCool.mp3

I have been asked recently about the “big 4” questions in life. Those questions are, in general, 1. where to live, 2. where to work, 3. where to worship, and 4. who to marry? If we get one or more of these wrong, it spells disaster for a child of God. In this first message, …

In the final message on the terms of service of a disciple of Christ, Brother Luke looks at how faithfully being a disciple of Christ results in truly finding your life. When the most solid disciples of the Bible faced persecution and trouble, their peace of mind never left, truly showing that when we follow Jesus …

In the 3rd message of the Terms of Service series, Brother Luke looks at what it means to follow in the footsteps of Jesus. 02.08.26.Terms.of.Service.Part.3.Luke.Hagler

In a series I am calling the “Bible Profile” series, I look at the pre-flood patriarch Noah in this message. 02.11.26.Bible.Profile.of.Noah.Tim.McCool

One of the most endearing and important things we can do for one another, is to confess our faults to each other. Whether it is unintentional or something deliberate, an essential component in the experience of loving one another, is to have the Spiritual courage to confess. 02.08.26.Confessing.Our.Faults.Tim.McCool

Here is pt. 2 of the message, One Anothering No-no’s. 02.01.26.One.Anothering.No.Nos.pt.2.Tim.McCool

In the “one anothering” series I have been preaching, I come to some “no-no’s”. There are actions that are strictly forbidden towards one another. If we are to fulfill the law of Christ in the NT – to love one another – these are things we cannot engage in. Here is pt. 1 of this …