Memorial Baptist Sermons

Have you ever gone on a trip, but forgot to pack your toothbrush or phone charger? The frustration of leaving something behind could have been prevented if you had just taken the time to inspect everything. In the same way, there are seasons of life when we get frustrated because our circumstances don't meet our expectations. In this sermon, Pastor Dan reminds us of the tools we need to remain faithful when the Lord's work causes the unexpected.

Today's world has little concern for the truth. Instead, the "jury of popular opinion" tends to rule the day. In this sermon, Memorial's Youth Pastor, Cameron Machen, shows us the godly principles needed to stand firm in the face of the world's agenda-driven viewpoints.

God has a plan for your life. Nevertheless, His perfect plan may take you on a path filled with obstacles. In this message, Pastor Dan shows us that God's plan's not isn't just about reaching a destination, it's about the process that God uses to mature us and build our faith.

Owen and Jess Sweitzer considered themselves ordinary vegetable farmers until one day all of that changed. They took a trip to Africa to teach composting techniques to the natives. While meeting several Christian leaders, they learned that most believers (and even pastors) were without Bibles. Some had even been praying for decades for a copy of God's word. From that moment on, their lives changed and Project Bible Runners was formed.

In a world with metal detectors, smoke detectors, and motion detectors, God has placed a "sin detector" in our hearts called a conscience. Nevertheless, many people, including Christians, live with a damaged or deficient conscience. In this message, Pastor Dan helps us to evaluate and establish our consciences according to God's standards and desires.

God places a special calling on all His people. The children of God are to be the light of the world who shine the salvation of Christ to all nations and ethnicities. In the message, Pastor Dan expounds on how we can become complacent or even contemptuous toward those who are different than us but who, also, need God's redemption and grace.

No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care. This is especially true when it comes to matters of faith in Christ. In this message, Pastor Dan shows us how to find common ground with those around us so we can share the Gospel effectively.

No matter what kind of father you may have had (or haven't had) in this life, each of us has a perfect, heavenly Father. He is always present. He is infinitely powerful. He makes plans for your life. He provides for you. But most importantly, He is passionate. Let this message by Pastor Dan help you to fall in love with the only perfect Father.

Your words have power. But it's not just what you say, it's how you say it. In this message, Pastor Dan shows us how to use our words in a way that glorifies God when we find ourselves in the thick of immense conflict.

As believers, we know that we're not to get caught up in rumors, gossip, or slander. But how do we respond when we become the object of rumors ourselves? In this passionate message, Pastor Dan shows us the mindset we must possess in order to stand firm in the midst of destructive comments from others.

Usually, we try to avoid pain. In fact, the thought of any type of suffering can leave us feeling weary and disillusioned. But what if a painful experience is precisely what God wants you to go through? In this message, Pastor Dan shows us what things to focus on amidst complex trials.

What would you say if you knew that today was the last time you would ever see a family member or a friend? This is precisely the situation that the Apostle Paul found himself in. He calls for church leaders of Ephesus knowing that this will be the last message he will ever speak to them. In this sermon, Pastor Dan explains how we can apply Paul's urgent last words.

Words and actions are the windows of the heart. As you grow deeper in your relationship with Christ those words and actions naturally change to match your spiritual maturity. One of the clearest demonstrations of that maturity is that you become an encourager. In this message, Pastor Dan reveals three of the main ways you can be an encourager based on the life of the Apostle Paul.

All great mothers want to guide their children in the truth. But what are the most important things that they can say? In today's message from Proverbs 31, Pastor Dan shows us a royal mother's wisdom to her son who has recently become king. No matter where you are in life, these Biblical principles will help you grow stronger in your character and influence.

What happens when a great move of God comes in contact with a culture steeped in secularism? In short -- a major disturbance. In this message, Pastor Dan shows us the characteristics that lead to a city-wide revival. However, we will also see how the enemy clashes with God's people to resist God's work.

So many times we forget that there is a spiritual realm filled with angels and demons. We must stay alert to the fact that spiritual warfare is all around us. Satan has a strategy to destroy you, but God has given you all the resources that you need to walk in victory. In this message, Pastor Dan examines how to combat the enemy and walk in God's protection over your life.

Every day people miss the presence and power of Jesus Christ even when He's right there in front of them. In this Easter sermon, Pastor Dan shows that we can also miss the resurrected Christ when we become distracted by disappointments, details, and doubts.

Terms and conditions. They are a part of any contract. They express one's expectations and intentions. But how many times have you ever clicked "accept" but never stopped to read the terms? When Jesus came 2,000 years ago, many people had their own expectations of what they thought He should be. However, He had an entirely different agenda.

The Christian life is inherently defense and offense in nature. Defensively, we strive to keep ourselves pure and free from sin. Offensively, we are focused on building God's kingdom. However, as Pastor Dan shows us, we are not to do it all on our own. We have a Covenant Coach, the Holy Spirit, who teaches us, comforts us, and empowers our lives to accomplish God's work.

Behind every great man or woman is someone who has played a significant role in influencing their life. In most cases, these mentors are rarely known to the outside world. Nevertheless, they have had a profound impact on the course of history. We shouldn't sell ourselves short. Every single one of us is a person of influence. In this message, Pastor Dan unpacks three tools that will help you become a wise and godly influence on the next generation of Christian leaders.

What does it look like for a person to be completely sold out to God? As you can imagine, God must be the most important thing in their life. The Jews had a pledge, given in the Old Testament, called a Nazarite Vow that showed their complete devotion to the Lord. The Apostle Paul took this vow as he wrapped up his second missionary journey. In this message by Pastor Dan, we'll examine how to make God the most important thing in our lives and become "Nazarite Christians."

God has given all of us an assignment to reflect His glory and share His gospel with those that are around us. However, sometimes intimidation and fear set in causing us to become paralyzed and unproductive. In this sermon, Pastor Dan shares insights from a time when the Lord spoke to the Apostle Paul and encouraged him while ministering in the city of Corinth. Let this message encourage you too. Know that God is always there by your side no matter the circumstances.

Only 40-50% of Americans are satisfied with their line of work. Only 20% are actually passionate about what they do. That means that millions upon millions of people go to work every day only motivated by their paycheck. But what would happen if you saw your job as so much more than that? In this message, Pastor Dan takes a look at the lives of Aquila and Priscilla, a couple who had been displaced from their home. Their occupation wasn't glamorous, but it was a good living. And because they focused on God's purpose for their lives, their names are mentioned all over the New Testament as a testimony of how they used their career to build God's Kingdom.

Sharing your faith with others is an essential part of being a Christ-follower. But, there's a right way and a wrong way to go about doing it. In this message, Pastor Dan will show you an easy-to-remember method that the Apostle Paul used when he shared his faith with the city officials and philosophers in the city of Athens. You can use this exact same method at work, school, and with friends and family.

Memorial Baptist School has some incredible teachers. Of the teachers we recognized, they had a combined 258 years of education right here at our school. Listen as Pastor Dan and Mr. Riggs share the attributes that make up a great teacher. **Note** We apologize for some of the sound errors that occurred during this recording.

Like a football quarterback who's looking down the field at his options, you and I are called to look down the field of our lives and see the people who are open to the Gospel. In Acts 17:16-18, the Apostle Paul travels to the city of Athens where he finds Gospel opportunities all around him. Four major groups stand out that Paul minister's to while there. In this sermon podcast, Pastor Dan shows us that we have these same four groups of people in our lives. They need us to pass the ball of faith in Christ to them.

What does it mean to be a genuine seeker of Jesus Christ? Does it mean that you go to church and follow a few religious practices? It's more than that. In this sermon, we'll see how the Apostle Paul left the city of Thessalonica and went to the city of Berea. The Bereans were hungry for the truth of God's word and met daily to see if the things Paul was saying were true. Listen carefully as Pastor Dan shows us how we can have the heart of a Berean and become genuine seekers of Christ.

Many of our current worship songs bring attention to God's amazing glory. However, when was the last time you heard a worship song asking God for forgiveness from sin? In this teaching, Carianne Pritchett explores the gravity of our sin and how David's deep emotion flows from his heart onto the page in Psalm 6.

After leaving Philippi, Paul and Silas traveled to Thessalonica, the capital city of Macedonia. There, they spent three Sabbath days sharing the Gospel in the local synagogue. In this message from Bro. Austin Smith, you'll see how evangelism takes dialog, explanation, and proclamation.

On their second missionary journey, the Apostle Paul and his companions had God's assurance for their mission. Nevertheless, they still experienced persecution. In fact, the Bible tells us that EVERYONE that wants to live a godly life in Christ will be persecuted (2 Timothy 3:12). In this sermon, Pastor Dan is going to show you how to respond to persecution in a way that opens the door for God to do His miraculous work.

Have you ever felt like God was holding out on you? We've all had moments when we've questioned God's rules. In this Wednesday night message, Pastor Dan teaches us how God's boundaries actually give our lives more freedom...not less.

Have you ever noticed that when someone's favorite sports team wins they tend to make comments like, “We won!” However, that person never stepped foot on the court or on the field. Nevertheless, because they have aligned themselves with the team, they are able to share in its victory. You and I have aligned ourselves with “Team Jesus.” We didn't do the work that He did on the cross. In this sermon, Pastor Dan is going to show us ways that we can exercise our faith since we also share in Christ's victory.

Have you been through hard times, broken relationships, health problems, or even the loss of a loved one? How do you get back on track? You could try to make things happen with your own ability and insight. However, you'll probably not find yourself in God's perfect will for your life. In this sermon, Pastor Dan shows us how to wait on God. When we do, we find ourselves in the center of His plans.

A.W. Tozer once said that the spiritual man learns to think and feel as one who has already left the world. In this sermon Pastor Dan introduces our church's 2022 theme, Eternal Perspective. Listen and discover how to make the things that last for all of eternity the most important things in your life.

The Apostle Paul wrote to the church in Ephesus and told them what it means to find one's identity in Jesus. As we prepare for a new year, let us focus on finding our identity in Christ and Christ alone.

During the Christmas season, we all too often get caught up in holiday celebrations and family get-togethers but misunderstand why we celebrate Christmas. Pastor Dan reminds us that Jesus came to rescue us from our sin if we have faith in Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection.

Without light, there would be no life on earth. When the Apostle John refers to Jesus as the light, he's sending a message that there is no abundant or eternal life without him. In today's Christmas message Pastor Dan shows us how the light of Christ illuminates our hearts, expels our darkness, and reflects God's hope to the world.

When it comes to Christmas traditions, there are all kinds of firsts--the first time you bought a Christmas tree, the first time you build a gingerbread house, or the first Christmas movie marathon. We celebrate the season of Advent because of the very first Christmas when Jesus was born. But, do we realize that Jesus has always existed? His birth wasn't His beginning. Listen in as Pastor Dan helps us see the birth of Christ from a much deeper perspective.

Prior to Paul's second missionary journey, a conflict arose between Paul and Barnabas - Barnabas wanted to bring John Mark, but since John Mark deserted them previously in Pamphylia, Paul was strongly against it. The conflict was so strong that Paul and Barnabas chose to part ways. Pastor Dan points out that though they split on this issue, both of their passion for sharing the gospel was intense, and that ultimately, God was still glorified.

Biblical teacher, Kay Arthur, said, "God is in control, and therefore in everything I can give thanks - not because of the situation but because of the One who directs and rules over it." Through Psalm 138:1-3, Pastor Dan shares the ways through which our hearts should prioritize God with our thanksgiving.

Shortly after a council meeting at the church of Jerusalem, Paul and Barnabas and other leaders were sent to Antioch to share the council's decision via letter. Pastor Dan shares how God used this to bring about a positive change in the church and can do the same thing through our problems too.

In the early days of the church, some people taught that Gentiles must follow the law of Moses in order to be saved. Bro. Austin Smith shares how the church handled this issue by recognizing that grace comes through faith for both the Jew and the Gentile.

Despite cities that were openly antagonistic to Paul and Barnabas, they chose to build up Christian communities. In the same way, Pastor Dan encourages us to risk our lives for the sake of developing our own Christian ecosystems.

When Paul and Barnabas sought to share the gospel in Lystra, the crowd mistakenly treated them as Gods, yet only days later, the same crowd stoned them and left them for dead. Pastor Dan warns us not to be like this capricious crowd. He reminds us not to fall into the trap of following popular opinion rather than God's truth.

Paul and Barnabas had some great conversations at the synagogue in Acts 13, but the Jews in Pisidian Antioch became jealous of the crowds they were attracting. Pastor Dan reminds us that even when we obediently share our faith, people may reject us just too.

Paul and Barnabas related to, engaged with, and declared the gospel to the synagogue of Pisidian Antioch. Pastor Dan encourages us to follow their example in our gospel conversations as well.

Paul's missionary journey takes him through the island of Cyprus where he encounters a sorcerer and a false prophet. Pastor Dan shows how we should emulate Paul's boldness in sharing the truth of the gospel, even when we encounter Satan at work in the world around us.

Pastor Dan discusses the qualities of the missionaries chosen by God from the church in Antioch in Acts 13. We should strive to emulate those qualities as fellows missionaries of the gospel.

Paul's words to the Church of Corinth to not lose heart still ring true today. Pastor Dan urges us, even in the midst of trials, "Don't give up!"