Welcome to the audio podcast of Kirby Woods Baptist Church. Here you will be able to listen to each of our weekly messages as well as Off Script with Pastor Jared.

The church at Sardis reminds us that it is possible to appear spiritually alive while internally dying. A dying church is unacceptable to Jesus, and we should do everything possible to strengthen what remains and pursue life within ourselves and our church.Preached on October 26th, 2025 by Jared Kress. Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Primary Text: Revelation 3:1-6. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Dillon, and Caleb discuss the recent resurgence of gambling via sports betting, and give the Southern Baptist response through a biblical lens. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Church planting is God's chosen means for fulfilling the Great Commission — not just making individual disciples, but forming gospel-centered communities that display Christ's glory and multiply His mission to the ends of the earth.Preached on October 19th, 2025 by David Cole. Series: Global Impact Sunday. Primary Text: Ephesians 3:7-21. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The church at Thyatira's significant problem happens to be a virtue of our culture today: tolerance to a fault. We can never masquerade love as tolerance of sin without expecting a reckoning to come.Preached on October 12th, 2025 by Jared Kress. Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Primary Text: Revelation 2:18-28. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Dillon, and Caleb discuss the newest 2025 theology survey from Ligonier Ministries. It gives us a picture of where US Evangelicals are on matters of theology and practice as compared to the broader US population. Take the survey along with us!Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The church at Pergamum stayed faithful in naming Christ despite being in the center of Satanic activity, but their mistake was showing too much leniency to those who tried to straddle the fence. We must remain loyal to Christ and not permit leniency toward sin among our members.Preached on October 5th, 2025 by Jared Kress. Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Primary Text: Revelation 2:12-17. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The church at Smyrna had been beaten up and crushed for following Christ, but they faithfully endured their trials as a pleasing aroma to the Lord.Preached on September 28th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Primary Text: Revelation 2:8-11. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

In the church at Ephesus, we see vigilant watchmen who became cold lovers. They were charged to remember their former works and repent, lest Jesus remove their lampstand from them. Preached on September 21st, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Primary Text: Revelation 2:1-7. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Pator Dillon, and Isaac Russell discuss the good things about Memphis in light of the recent news that the National Guard is coming. If Memphis has so many good things about it already, we imagine how much greater it will be without the crushing reality of high crime. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

John already knows the Jesus of the gospels, but here he is introduced to the Son of Man in full glory. Yes, we must know the Jesus of our salvation, but we must also know the Jesus of judgment and eternal reign. Preached on September 14th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Primary Text: Revelation 1:9-20Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

John's greeting to the recipients of Revelation helps establish Jesus Christ as the main figure of the book, while also laying a foundation for understanding who Jesus is, what He has done, and what He will do. Preached on August 31st, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Caleb, and Dillon react to a clip of Tiffany Lee (singer of the CCM band, Plumb) sharing about her recent doubts and deconstruction. We hope that thinking through her concerns will equip you to be prepared as you navigate your faith in this world. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The book of Revelation is a source of great encouragement and promises blessings for our lives when we study it together. Although it can be hard to understand, focusing on what we do understand will imprint on our hearts the triumph of the Lamb and the certain defeat of our great enemies. Preached on August 31st, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "Revelation: Behold, He Is Coming" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Caleb, and Dillon discuss some of the negatives of the modern prison system from a biblical perspective, as well as a brief rundown of the Old Testament justice system.Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The glory of God is a multifaceted subject that rightly lies at the heart of Christian motivation. Because God is glorious, we aim to spread His glory to all of creation.Preached on August 24th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

We worship a God who embodies all desirable qualities, inspiring awe, wonder, and a sense of transcendence within us as we come to know Him. God's inherent beauty shines through all creation as we see His imprint everywhere.Preached on August 17th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

God's benevolent goodness manifests in three ways that directly benefit us: His patience, mercy, and grace.Preached on August 10th, 2025 by Dillon Patrick.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

God's omnipotence means there are no limits to His ability to accomplish His will.Preached on August 3rd, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared discusses the current trends of “opting out” of previously held expectations among the current generation of parents. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The goodness of God is a multifaceted attribute that receives considerable public affirmation but little genuine understanding. The potential damage of misunderstanding something as simple as “God is good” can destroy our lives, as it did with Eve.Preached on July 27th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The justice of God is both one of the greatest and worst things for man. On one side, we deeply long for justice to be served, but on the other side, if justice is truly delivered to us, it means we would face God's wrath. Only through Christ are these two seemingly conflicting realities reconciled.Preached on July 20th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared discusses the new revelation that Chip and Joanna Gaines will include a homosexual couple in their newest show, a departure from their previous actions. This causes us to consider if there might be an observable trait in Christian celebrities who tend to remain silent on issues of biblical sexuality and marriage. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared reflects on the 56 years of preaching ministry from John MacArthur as the news of his recent passing into glory spreads across the nation. Pastor John MacArthur has long been one of Pastor Jared's greatest preaching influences. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

There is nothing that God does not know: past, present, or future. His knowledge of all things is unmatched and extends beyond our comprehension.Preached on July 13th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

There is nothing that God does not know: past, present, or future. His knowledge of all things is unmatched and extends beyond our comprehension.Preached on July 6th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The jealousy of God refers to His strong desire to defend His holiness and honor, while also showing His commitment to protect His beloved people.Preached on June 29th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Pastor Caleb, and Isaac Russell discuss the good and bad of artificial intelligence as it pertains to serving the church. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared discusses one of the lesser known attributes of God better suited for the podcast platform, which is the independence of God. This means that God does not need anything, yet we are able to bring him joy. Podcast episode recorded on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 by Pastor Jared Kress. Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

When someone is “faithful,” they display qualities and behaviors deserving of trust and faith. There is no one more faithful than our God.Preached on June 22nd, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

God's omnipresence signifies that He is present everywhere at all times, yet may act differently in various locations based on the situation.Preached on June 815th, 2025 by Jared Kress.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Primary Text: Psalm 139:7-10 and other selected passages. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

God is unchanging in His being, perfections, purposes and promises. This mean His Character doesn't change. However, Gods Unchangingness doesn't mean that He is unmoving.Preached on June 8th, 2025 by Dillon Patrick.Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Primary Text: Hebrews 6:13-20. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The Wisdom of God has been thought of as something elusive. But God displays his wisdom through the world and our lives. God wants us to know him. Preached on June 1st, 2025 by Caleb Richardson. Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Primary Text: Romans 11:33-36. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The defining attribute of God that makes Him God is His holiness. God is unlike us and exists in a state of complete purity from sin. He commands us to be holy, and in our inability, provides the means for us to be counted as holy. Preached on May 25th, 2025. Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Primary Text: Selected Texts. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Dillon and Caleb react to a list of practical advice and wisdom given from Pastor Jared to high school graduates. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Names hold significance, particularly in the Bible. While there is one God, He has revealed Himself through various names, each providing a wealth of unique character attributes that deepen our understanding of God and enhance our worship. Preached by Jared Kress on May 18th, 2025. Series: "God Is _____: The Attributes of God" Primary Text: Selected Texts. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared interviews Emily Russell (Ministry Assistant) as she prepares to transition to being a full time stay at home mom. Emily has served Kirby Woods for the previous 6 years, and in this interview, offers her reflections on that time. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

After much anticipation, Paul arrives in Rome, continuing his traditional ministry model of reaching the Jews first and then the Gentiles. The Jews largely reject the gospel. While Paul remains in chains, the gospel continues to spread. Preached by Jared Kress on May 11th, 2025. Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." Primary Text: Acts 28:11-31. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared explains a paradigm that our future selves would likely pay big money to experience the life we are living today.Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

In what seems to be a distraction from their journey to Rome, Paul and the crew must spend the winter on the island of Malta. Although this detour was unwelcome initially, God used it mightily for His purposes as Paul embraced it. Preached by Jared Kress on May 4th, 2025. Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." Primary Text: Acts 28:1-10. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared plays a clip from Carey Niewhof and reacts to his take on the purpose of church worship services.Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Paul's journey to Rome begins with a thrilling story involving storms at sea and a shipwreck. This narrative illustrates how confident Christian leadership must manifest in the darkest times.Preached by Jared Kress on April 27th, 2025. Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." Primary Text: Acts 27. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Paul stands trial for his faith one final time before King Agrippa II. Like many of us, Agrippa must grapple with the claim of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and what to do with the conviction that Christ is risen.Preached by Jared Kress on April 20th, 2025. Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." Primary Text: Acts 26. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Preached by Matt Akers on April 18th, 2025. Series: Good Friday 2025.Primary Text: Numbers 24:12-19. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Festus assumes the new role of Roman governor and quickly seeks to address Paul's case. While Festus demonstrates a direct approach, his main contribution to the narrative is honoring Paul's appeal to Caesar. Preached by Jared Kress on April 13th, 2025. Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." Primary Text: Acts 25. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Paul is brought before Felix, the Roman governor of Judea in Caesarea, who exemplifies a classic fence-sitter. While Felix displays curiosity about the gospel, he ultimately refrains from committing. Preached by Jared Kress on April 6th, 2025. Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." Primary Text: Acts 24. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

In a dire situation facing death, the Apostle Paul is willing to apply principles of prudence and shrewdness for the Kingdom while also trusting God's providence. Preached by Jared Kress on March 30th, 2025. Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts Primary Text: Acts 22:22-23:23. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The people listening to Paul's testimony were in up to the point he mentioned the word, Gentile. What in your life is keeping you back from Christ? What's holding you up from following him, whether that be salvation or what he calls you to as a follower? Preached by Caleb Richardson on March 23rd, 2025. Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts. Primary Text: Acts 21:37-22:23. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

The Apostle Paul arrives in Jerusalem and does everything possible to address the concerns of his Jewish countrymen. Despite his best efforts, he once again becomes the target of a riot and is taken into custody. Preached by Jared Kress on March 16th, 2025. Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts Primary Text: Acts 21:17-36. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Those in Paul's life unite around the same refrain: “Don't go to Jerusalem.” Yet, Paul remained undeterred, sensing a divine mission from God to return to the holy city, which would trigger the events of the remainder of Acts. Preached by Jared Kress on March 9th, 2025. Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts Primary Text: Acts 21:1-16. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Pastor Jared, Dillon, and Caleb react to the recent survey data which suggests the free fall in American Christianity has leveled off. Read the article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/us/christianity-us-religious-study-pew.html?searchResultPosition=3Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Self-control is an important mark of maturity because it enables you to live in a way that pleases God, rather than being held captive by your fleeting feelings and passions. The ability to forgo immediate gratification for a long-term reward is fundamental to following Jesus.Preached by Jared Kress on March 2nd, 2025. Primary Text: Selected Passages. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com