From The Pulpit - Flint River Primitive Baptist Church

In this fourth episode of our series on the sovereignty of God in salvation, we delve into the profound topic of God’s sovereign choice of His people for salvation. Specifically, the aspect of God’s election, examining scriptures that illustrate how God, in His sovereignty, chose His elect before the foundation of the world. We also … Continue reading "The Sovereignty of God in Choosing, Episode 4 in our Sovereign Grace Series"

Would it surprise you that sometimes, what looks like healthy religion is actually a brutal, judgmental legalism, full of rules and not Christ? That’s our subject in this sermon from our series through Colossians. What Looks Like Healthy Religion  

What Makes You Complete? People look to all sorts of worldly things to make them complete – in vain. But the child of God has real completeness in Christ! The same Christ in whom dwelt all the fulness of the Godhead bodily. What Makes You Complete?

Paul gives the remedy for the threat of false teaching: continual growth in Christ. Join us for this message from Colossians chapter 2. Walking in Christ

Continuing our series from Colossians, we move into chapter 2 which begins to focus on some of the pressing issues Paul addresses in this short but powerful writing: false teaching. In short, false teaching disturbs the hearts of God’s children, robbing them of comfort and assurance. Paul’s Burden for Colosse

John chapter 10 contains some of the most comforting and doctrinally instructive passages in the New Testament. Jesus gives His sheep life. They hear His voice and follow Him. And, they’ll never perish because they’re secure in His Father’s hand. In today’s message, we consider this passage in our continuing series on statements of Sovereign … Continue reading "The Shepherd and His Sheep"

Faithfully preaching God’s word invites adversity and suffering. In Colossians chapter 1, Paul remarks on this fact, claiming that he rejoices in such suffering. Moreover, this ministry God had “dispensed” unto him was the fulfillment of God’s promise, even a mystery hidden from the foundation of the world, that Gentiles would be blessed with the … Continue reading "Paul, the Suffering Steward"

To reconcile means to “to resolve or settle a difference.” Through sin, humans are enemies and alienated from God’s presence and blessings and without reconciliation, we would have no hope in standing before God after death, certain judgment awaiting. But praise God, He sent His Son into the world to die for our sins, saving … Continue reading "Reconciled On the Cross"

The Lord Jesus Christ, God’s incarnate Son, is the great head of the church. In today’s message, we discuss what headship means as well as three ways to visualize the Body of Christ, the Church. Message 5 in our series through Colossians, from October 2021. The Great Head of the Church  

History is filled with people who diminished the awesome grandeur and divinity of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Who is He? Tune in to this week’s message to learn about our great God. The Real Christ

Continuing our exposition the book of Colossians, we look to beautiful, theological language in chapter 1, verses 12-14. Message 3 in our series through Colossians, from October 2021. Delivered from Darkness

A pastor’s heart is never more revealing than when he prays. In this message, we read Paul’s prayer for the church at Colossae, from Colossians 1:9-12. Message 2 in our series through Colossians, from September 2021. A Minister’s Heart

Beginning a new exposition of Colossians, we consider the first 8 verses of this short but impactful epistle. Introduction to Colossians

Continuing his thoughts on the ministry of the church, pastor Winslett speaks about Jesus’ instruction to employ wisdom and discretion in our work. Wise as Serpents

Last weeks message focused on the biblical encouragement to “wait” on the Lord in our trials. Today, we balance that though with a message on working. That is, as we wait on God, there are many things we need to be doing, particularly as a church. Working While Waiting

A popular Christian slogan in contemporary times is “Let go and let God.” But is this the best way to express encouragement in times of trial? We think not – for the simple reason that human beings cannot “let” God do anything, for He is sovereign. In this message, Pastor Winslett speaks to that point, … Continue reading "Let Go and Let God???"

Continuing our series on forgiveness, we consider passages that focus on forgiveness from a parental/chastening perspective, rather than an eternal perspective. Forgiveness in an Experiential Sense

Forgiveness is a concept at the forefront our minds as well as scripture itself. In this message, Ben Winslett speaks of the forgiveness of sins through Christ Jesus. Please enjoy this message preached August 2021 at Flint River. Forgiveness in an Eternal Sense  

In Judges 6, we’re introduced to about the most unlikely candidate to deliver Israel from Midianite conquerors, a fearful and uncertain Gideon. And yet, his faith is spoken of in the Honor Roll of faith in Hebrews 11. From this, every day saints can find much comfort and encouragement! An Unlikely Hero

The orthodox word “Trinity” is one that expresses the theological truth that the Godhead is one God in three Persons; Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. In this message, Pastor Winslett speaks to the great and perfect, eternal unity there is between these three Persons of the one Godhead. The Trinity as a Triunity

Human beings are social creatures and as such, no one is to be an island to himself. In this message, Ben Winslett shares insight from scripture about the need for companionship in the world. The Value of Friends

Micah 6:8 says God requires of His people that they do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. Today we focus on that beautiful, Christlike trait, mercy. To Love Mercy

We continue our series from the last two weeks on salvation, considering Paul’s statement that saved people are “His workmanship,” and that we have been saved “unto good works.” His Workmanship

A continuation of last week’s message, we consider the “flip side of the coin” in the conclusion of Jesus’ interaction with the Rich Young Ruler. While salvation is impossible with men, all things are possible with God! Indeed, He saves us by His grace. All Things Are Possible

An interesting exchange of words took place between the Lord Jesus and a character know as the rich young ruler, as recorded in the gospel accounts. The young man mistakenly believed in salvation by good works, and Jesus absolutely tears down that false premise in a very powerful way. How then are sinners saved? Well, … Continue reading "Impossible"

Psalm 69 highlights one event of suffering in David’s life, as he faced persecution for his faith. But much of this special Psalm has a Greater David in mind, who suffered in a greater way for the salvation of Zion, the Lord Jesus Christ. A Psalm of Suffering

We know we are to trust in God, but sometimes things in life make us afraid. What do we do in those moments? We consider that in today’s message. What Time I Am Afraid

The continual outrage, paranoia, fear, and hysteria we see in America today is more akin to the reaction of an atheist than a Christian! If you believe in Christ, you ought to have a completely different perspective on world events. Rather than trusting in self, nation, government, or science, we are to trust in God. … Continue reading "In God We Trust"

Followers of the Lord Jesus have great strength in Christ. Despite suffering, His strength is made perfect in our weakness. Strength in Weakness

While often unpleasant, afflictions can be a teacher to us. In this message, pastor Ben Winslett speaks of the root causes of suffering and also some of the things we can learn in trials. Learning in Affliction (download link)

Concluding our series on the Book of Titus, we look at Paul’s instructions to reject a heretic but also his commendation of several faithful men, contrasting the two. A Tale of Two (Types of) Men (download link)

After such a climactic end to the gospel accounts, you might wonder “what could possibly be next?” In other words, to the early disciples, how could life be anything but mundane after such a phenomenal experience? But that was hardly the case! Invigorated by Jesus’ defeat of death itself, the disciples spent their lives obeying … Continue reading "What Next?!"

Please enjoy our Easter Sunday sermon for 2021! He Is Risen!

“For the Lord God will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.” Isaiah 50:7 On Palm Sunday 2020, we considered the mindset of Christ as He went into Jerusalem, knowing all He would suffer for the … Continue reading "Face Set Like A Flint"

Returning to Titus chapter 3, we consider an exhortation that we find three times, in three different forms, an exhortation for one to do “good works.” Ready and Willing  

Join us for this message from Titus chapter 3, on the subject of the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost. The Washing of Regeneration (Download link)  

Being a Christian takes boldness. You’re telling mankind that all are sinful and your only hope is Christ. But the believer is also to be a person of gentleness and meekness. In this message, Ben Winslett speaks to these two traits. Gentleness and Meekness to All (download link)

We live in a politically charged season. In this message, we learn about our obligation to obey the powers that be and also the times in which civil disobedience is warranted. Obeying Magistrates (download link)

If one was to pick a verse with more “salvation concepts” to unpack than others, Titus 2:14 would definitely be on the top of the list. Our Saviour Jesus, His identity, His suffering, the cross, the redemption of a particular people, and the response they have to grace…all wrapped up in one statement! Join us … Continue reading "Redemption!"

The regenerated person has a longing in his soul for deliverance from this world. In Paul’s words to Titus, he looks for that blessed hope, a statement that concerns the object of our hope, the Lord Jesus Christ. Looking for Christ (download link)

What was Paul’s meaning when he wrote to Titus that the “grace of God which bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men”? Ben Winslett considers this passage in today’s message. What Brings Salvation?

Paul wrote often to believing servants in the first century, giving needful and relevant instruction for their day. While we live in a different world today, many of these commands are still helpful to us in our personal lives, as we navigate work situations. Learn more in this message from Titus 2. The Christian Ethic … Continue reading "The Christian Ethic to Servants, Titus 2:9-10"

Continuing our study of the book of Titus, we consider the godly disciple’s traits in Titus chapter 2. Traits of a Disciple

Paul addresses a difficult and sad truth in Titus chapter 1: False teachers must be silenced! It’s never easy, and must be done with mourning, but true ministers must them that are false for the protection of Jesus’ sheep. Dealing with False Teaching

From Titus chapter 1, we learn Titus’ purpose on the Isle of Crete, to ordain ministers so that God’s flock there is tended to. Set In Order Things Wanting

Beginning a new study through the book of Titus, we consider the first four verses of this short epistle, statements loaded with God’s sovereignty in salvation! Message 1 in our series through Paul’s epistle to Titus. In Hope of Eternal Life (download link)

Life is full of battles. Some of them we lose. Many of them we win. But there’s a special class of battle in which God tells us to stand still and see the salvation of the Lord, as He fights our battles for us. Standing Still! (Download link)

Affliction can do one of three things. It can break us. It can make us bitter. Or it can make us stronger. What makes the difference is your attitude and your reliance on Christ. Burning The Dross

The doctrine of Penal Substitutionary Atonement is crucial to understanding the gospel. The Lord Jesus Christ, on the cross, stood in our place, and was judged as if He lived our sinful lives. Thus, He gave us His righteousness. Our Substitute

The law was our schoolmaster to bring us to Christ. In this message, Pastor Winslett expounds on this concept, how the law reveals salvation by works to be an impossibility. Our only hope is in Christ! Our Schoolmaster

Concluding our series on the Christian Home, Ben Winslett shares how a parent must train their children from Psalm 127. Except the Lord Build the House, Part 2 (Download link)