Reformed Baptist Fellowship of Savannah

Grab your Bible and join us as we conclude our study of Paul's letter to the Galatians by recognizing that the "Israel of God" (Galatians 6:14-16) is the body of Christ, all who walk by the rule of the cross and new creation—believing Jews and Gentiles united in Christ by faith alone.

Grab your Bible and join us from Whitemarsh Island Baptist Church as we begin our study of the story of Jonah. This book is not just about being swallowed by a big fish. It's about an immeasurable God and a small-hearted servant. It's about the relentless grace that pursues us even when we run, and the missionary heart of God that will not let the world go unwarned. May the Holy Spirit awaken us from inwardness, repent of our coldness, and freshly commission us to fulfill the Great Commission. Come and listen to this sermon on Chapter 1—you won't want to miss it!

The story of Jonah is not just about being swallowed by a big fish. It's about an immeasurable God and a small-hearted servant. It's about the relentless grace that pursues us even when we run, and the missionary heart of God that will not let the world go unwarned. May the Holy Spirit awaken us from inwardness, repent of our coldness, and freshly commission us to fulfill the Great Commission. Come and listen to this sermon on Chapter 1—you won't want to miss it!

The Scriptures do not merely tell us that God loves. They reveal a special kind of love—covenantal, steadfast, loyal, and consistent across the whole canon. Our catechism question captures it beautifully: 'What do the Scriptures teach about the lovingkindness of God?' The answer: 'The Scriptures teach that it is consistent in His love, grace, and mercy.'"

In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul instructs the church on practical Christian living in light of the gospel of grace. Believers are called to gently restore those caught in sin while humbly watching themselves, to bear one another's burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ, and to sow generously to the Spirit rather than to the flesh—knowing that in due time they will reap eternal life if they do not give up. Paul emphasizes supporting those who teach the Word and warns against self-deception, pride, and relying on outward religious performance. He concludes by boasting only in the cross of Christ, declaring that neither circumcision nor uncircumcision matters, but "a new creation" does. Peace and mercy belong to all who walk by this rule—the Israel of God.

Today marks the conclusion of our extended journey through the earthly life and ministry of Jesus. But the story does not end here. In our final message from this series, we come to the risen Christ on the mountain in Galilee. Here we are reminded that those who have seen the Lord are now sent by the Lord. The One who appeared to His people now commissions them—and us—to go and serve in His footsteps

Grab your Bible and join us from the Savannah Mission Bible Training Center as we study the Baptist Catechism Question 48. The preface to the Ten Commandments ("I am the LORD your God who brought you out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery," Exodus 20:1-2) shows that grace always precedes and grounds obedience. The Exodus story— bondage, Passover lamb, Red Sea deliverance, wilderness journey, and law given at Sinai—is a living parable of salvation in Christ: the Passover points to Christ our sacrificed Lamb, the Red Sea to baptismal union with Him, the wilderness to our pilgrimage of dependence and sanctification, and Sinai to Pentecost where the Spirit writes the law on hearts of flesh. Redeemed from sin's bondage, we are called to grateful obedience—not to earn salvation, but as those bought with a price—living as thankful servants who having the blood of Christ applied walk by faith in the Spirit.

Catechism Question 47: What is the sum of the Ten Commandments?, teaches us that the sum of moral law is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. Tonight we learn that love is the badge of the true disciple. We are encouraged to walk in love by the power of the One who first loved us.

In Galatians 5:16-26 Paul teaches that true Christian freedom and holy living come not by law-keeping or human effort (the flesh), but by walking in step with the Holy Spirit. The flesh and Spirit are in constant conflict. The works of the flesh—sexual immorality, idolatry, hatred, strife, jealousy, anger, envy, drunkenness, and the like—exclude one from God's kingdom. Those led by the Spirit are no longer under the law's condemnation and instead produce its fruit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Since we belong to Christ, we have crucified the flesh with its passions. Therefore, let us keep in step with the Spirit—rejecting conceit, provocation, and envy—so that gospel-empowered love and service flow naturally from union with Christ, not legalistic striving.

John 21 is one of the final chapters in that grand story. As we will see, it is a purposeful epilogue that beautifully sums up the life and ministry of Christ the Good Shepherd. Here the risen Lord prepares His disciples—and through them, the church in every age—to be obedient servants, fishers of men, and shepherds of His flock.

We some time today to review a lesson from our Monday night Bible study through Romans with the Chatham Transition Ministry Tuesday class. The discussion works through Romans 5:12-21 and covers the federal headship of Adam in the Covenant of Works and the headship of Jesus Christ in the Covenant of Grace. Are you in Adam or Christ?

In Galatians 5:1-15, the Apostle Paul passionately urges the Galatian believers to stand firm in the true freedom Christ has purchased for them and to reject any return to the yoke of slavery under the law. He warns that submitting to any form of legalistic works-righteousness severs one from Christ and obligates a person to keep the entire law — a path that cannot justify. Paul declares that in Christ Jesus the only thing that matters is faith working through love. This freedom is not an excuse for license or fleshly indulgence, but an opportunity to serve one another through love, which fulfills the whole law in the command to "love your neighbor as yourself."

Luke 24:13-49 is one of the New Testament's most vivid and theologically rich resurrection accounts. Set on the very day of the resurrection, it bridges the empty tomb and the church's mission. Through dramatic irony, patient exposition of Scripture, physical proofs, and table fellowship, the risen Jesus transforms two discouraged disciples into joyful witnesses. The passage highlights three core truths: the Old Testament finds its fulfillment in the Messiah's suffering and glory; the resurrection is bodily and tangible; and the Lord commissions His people as Spirit-empowered witnesses. This encounter reassures us that God's plan is sovereign, Scripture is utterly reliable, and the risen Christ still meets His people in Word and fellowship.

The Scriptures teach that God is absolutely holy, just, righteous, and morally self-consistent. In today's class we will work through 1 Peter 1:13-25 and find that God is Holy and He calls His people to reflect His life, light, and truth in word, thought, and deed.

Grab your Bible and join us from the Whitemarsh Island Baptist Adult Sunday school class as we continue our study of the Apostles Paul's letter To Galatians. Today we seek to understand Paul's allegory of Hagar and Sarah, embrace our identity as free children of promise through faith in Christ, and reject any form of legalism.

As we come to the other side of the grave and the resurrection of our Lord and Savior in our study of His life through a harmony of the Gospels, our text (John 20) presents compelling evidence for His resurrection, beginning with the empty tomb discovered by Mary Magdalene and culminating in appearances that confirm faith. This chapter blesses those who believe without seeing and states the Gospel's purpose: these signs are written to foster faith in Jesus as the Messiah and Son of God, leading to life in his name.

We all know the phrase "the elephant in the room." It means a massive, obvious issue that everyone sees but no one wants to talk about because it's uncomfortable, controversial, or challenging. Today, we talk about the biggest "elephant in the room" in all of Christianity — one that many believers and churches try to step around: God's eternal purpose and sovereign control over all things.

In Galatians 4:1-20, Paul employs the analogy of a minor heir who lives like a slave under guardians and stewards until he reaches maturity. This illustrates how believers were once in bondage under the law and the elemental principles of the world. God sent forth His Son—born of a woman, born under the law—to redeem those under the law, so that we might receive the adoption as sons. Because we are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying "Abba, Father!" We are therefore no longer slaves but full heirs.

Jesus is risen—He is risen indeed! This is not just an Easter slogan, but the very heart of the Gospel. In Matthew 28, we witness the unstoppable truth of the empty tomb colliding with desperate lies meant to cover it up. Will we respond like the devoted women that found the empty tomb—with godly fear, great joy, worship, and bold witness? Or will we settle for the world's comforting deceptions and buy into the lie at the cost of truth?

The moral law is summarily comprehended in the Ten Commandments, which serve as God's clear, concise summary of His unchanging expectations for human conduct. These commands, delivered with awe at Sinai and written by God's own finger, did not originate there but were already in force from creation—evident in the lives of the patriarchs and the Noahic covenant. Far from being limited to ancient Israel, they express God's holy character and moral will for all people everywhere, as confirmed by conscience, the New Testament, and their pre-Sinai existence. The law is not a path to salvation but a mirror that exposes our sin and drives us to Christ, who alone fulfilled it perfectly. For believers, it then guides grateful obedience, with each commandment unfolding into rich applications across every sphere of life, equipping us to honor God, love our neighbor, and navigate a morally confused world.

Who Is The Holy Spirit? The Holy Spirit is the eternal Spirit of God, co-equal and co-eternal with the Father and the Son. ~Catechism On Biblical Doctrine

Today's message continues our study of the life of Christ through a harmony of the Gospels and closes the account of Jesus' crucifixion and records His burial. It emphasizes 1). the reality of His death, 2). the fulfillment of Scripture, and 3). the honor given to the King of the Jews even in death. John writes with an eyewitness perspective to strengthen faith, counter false teachers that imply the idea that Jesus only "seemed" to die, and show how God sovereignly overrules events to accomplish His redemptive purposes.

As we continue our study on the Children of Promise, we rejoice in a life- changing truth: through faith in Jesus Christ, we are no longer outsiders but deeply loved members of God's own family. If you belong to Christ, you are Abraham's true seed—adopted as sons and daughters and full heirs of every promise. This brings lasting security, for our inheritance comes by grace alone, not works, freeing us from the burden of performance. We live with great assurance because God always keeps His promises, and Jesus has fully accomplished our redemption, making us reconciled, adopted, and eternally secure.

In this lesson we turn our hearts and minds to one of the most profound questions any person can ever ask: Who is the Lord Jesus Christ? This catechism answers it directly and powerfully: "The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, co-equal and co-eternal with the Father and the Holy Spirit." This is not a mere religious opinion. It is the central claim of the Christian faith, rooted in the clear testimony of Scripture. We will explore this truth through the lens of God's Word, considering 1. His eternal deity, 2. His incarnation as the God-Man, 3. His redemptive work, and 4. why this matters for every human soul.

Question: What did God at first reveal to man for the rule of his obedience? Answer: The rule which God at first revealed to man for his obedience was the moral law. This Catechism question addresses the Law as the foundation of how God expects us to live. It is an expression of His eternal will and His guidance to remind mankind what it looks like to love God and neighbor.

In this lesson on "The Children of Promise," believers learn that through grace and faith in Jesus Christ—not works of the law—they become Abraham's true seed and rightful heirs according to God's promise (Galatians 3:29). The Abrahamic Covenant (Genesis 12, 15, 17), which promised blessing to all nations through Abraham's offspring, pointed forward to Christ, the singular Seed. In Him, the dividing wall between Jew and Gentile is removed, making all who believe—regardless of ethnicity or background—adopted sons and daughters of God, co-heirs with Christ, and members of one unified family. This truth frees believers from legalism, provides deep assurance that God keeps His promises, fosters unity across all distinctions, and calls them to participate in God's mission of blessing the nations through the Gospel.

This sermon on Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA) proclaims that Jesus Christ, the sinless Son of God, voluntarily bore the full penalty of humanity's sins as our substitute on the cross, satisfying God's justice and wrath so believers can be forgiven and reconciled. Reflecting on His final hours (Matthew 27:45-56 and parallels), it highlights three key words: "Forsaken"—Jesus' cry of abandonment (Matthew 27:46) as He endured divine judgment in our place amid supernatural darkness; "Finished" (tetelestai)—His victorious declaration that redemption was paid in full, completing the once-for-all sacrifice; and "Confessed"—the centurion's acknowledgment of Jesus as the Son of God after the signs of victory. Because He was forsaken, we are welcomed; because He finished the work, nothing more is needed; and because He was confessed as Lord, we can turn from self-effort to rest in His accomplished redemption as children of promise.

In this lesson, "Holy Father," we confront how our experiences and natural reasoning often distort our view of God and discover the revolutionary Biblical truth that the God of the universe invites us into an intimate, loving relationship as our perfect Heavenly Father.

Grab your Bible and join us as we review our Sunday School material. In Galatians 3 the Apostle Paul delivers an argument defending the gospel of justification by faith alone against the influence of Judaizers who insisted that Gentile believers must observe the Mosaic Law to be fully accepted by God. Paul emphasizes that all who are in Christ—Jew or Gentile—are Abraham's true heirs, redeemed from the curse of the Law, and adopted as sons of God. This chapter is pivotal in Paul's letter, as it dismantles legalism and powerfully affirms Christian liberty and unity in the gospel.

At the cross, two criminals hung on either side of Jesus—one destined for Hell, the other for Paradise. Both guilty and dying, both within reach of the Savior, yet their responses sealed opposite eternities: one mocked Christ in unrepentant hardness, while the other feared God, confessed his guilt, acknowledged Jesus' innocence, and cried out in faith, "Jesus, remember me when You come into Your Kingdom." Jesus answered with astonishing grace: "Today you will be with Me in Paradise." In that divine moment, the cross displayed Forgiveness through Christ's prayer for His crucifiers, Kingdom authority as the dying thief recognized the true King reigning from the cross, and Paradise as the immediate promise of restored fellowship with God. Today we stand in that same place—between Heaven and Hell. The cross still divides humanity: you need no good works or perfect past, only to repent and trust the Savior who died for sinners like us. Will you reject Him or turn to Him in faith? The choice is yours—today can bring forgiveness, Kingdom citizenship, and eternal Paradise.

At the cross, two criminals hung on either side of Jesus—one destined for Hell, the other for Paradise. Both guilty and dying, both within reach of the Savior, yet their responses sealed opposite eternities: one mocked Christ in unrepentant hardness, while the other feared God, confessed his guilt, acknowledged Jesus' innocence, and cried out in faith, "Jesus, remember me when You come into Your Kingdom." Jesus answered with astonishing grace: "Today you will be with Me in Paradise." In that divine moment, the cross displayed Forgiveness through Christ's prayer for His crucifiers, Kingdom authority as the dying thief recognized the true King reigning from the cross, and Paradise as the immediate promise of restored fellowship with God. Today we stand in that same place—between Heaven and Hell. The cross still divides humanity: you need no good works or perfect past, only to repent and trust the Savior who died for sinners like us. Will you reject Him or turn to Him in faith? The choice is yours—today can bring forgiveness, Kingdom citizenship, and eternal Paradise.

Grab your Bible and join us as we work through Galatians 3 where the Apostle Paul delivers an argument defending the gospel of justification by faith alone against the influence of Judaizers who insisted that Gentile believers must observe the Mosaic Law to be fully accepted by God. Paul emphasizes that all who are in Christ—Jew or Gentile—are Abraham's true heirs, redeemed from the curse of the Law, and adopted as sons of God. This chapter is pivotal in Paul's letter, as it dismantles legalism and powerfully affirms Christian liberty and unity in the gospel.

Don't miss this lesson as we tackle one of the most profound questions in A Catechism of Biblical Doctrine: What do the Scriptures teach concerning the nature of the Godhead? Discover how the Bible reveals the awe-inspiring mystery of one eternal God who exists as three Persons. In this session, we'll clearly define the Trinity, examine powerful Scriptural proof that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are each fully God, and learn how this foundational doctrine of orthodox Christianity can transform our daily lives.

This is a rerecording of our Sunday School class from May 17, 2026. A power surge at the church shut down our computer and cable and we lost the original recording. I took some time this afternoon and took advantage of some beautiful weather to work through Galatians 2 for those who are following along as we study the Epistles in Chronological order.

Today's sermon is Via Dolorosa (The Way of Suffering). We will be taking a look at the road Jesus walked from His conviction to HIs crucifixion. Grab your Bible and join us a we follow The Way, The Truth, and The Life to the goal of His passion and will of His Father.

Grab your Bible and join us as we take up the vital question: What are the attributes of God? The answer is simple yet profound: The attributes of God are those perfections inherent in the Divine nature which the Bible reveals concerning God. These are not abstract ideas or human inventions. They are the very perfections that make God God. They are coherent, consistent, and without contradiction in His being.

In Galatians Chapter 1, Paul unleashes a fiery defense of the pure gospel with zero tolerance for compromise. Stunned that the Galatian churches are already deserting the grace of Christ for a distorted "different gospel" of legalism and human effort, he thunders a double curse: even if he or an angel from heaven preaches anything beyond Christ's sacrificial death that rescues us from this evil age, let them be accursed. His gospel wasn't borrowed from the original apostles—he received it by direct revelation from the risen Jesus on the Damascus road. Once the church's fiercest persecutor, Paul was sovereignly set apart by God's grace before birth to proclaim Christ to the Gentiles, needing no human approval. This explosive opening is a timeless battle cry: the gospel is divine revelation, not a human upgrade. Add anything—rules, rituals, or works—to Christ's finished work, and you don't improve salvation—you curse it. Pure grace. Pure faith. All glory to God.

In the trial of Jesus before Pilate (Luke 23:1–25), it wasn't the innocent King who was truly on trial — it was everyone else. Religious leaders, Herod, Pilate, and the crowd all stood guilty before the blameless Christ, who was declared innocent three times yet still condemned. Driven by fear, envy, and self-interest, they chose compromise over truth, Barabbas over Jesus, and political safety over justice. Two thousand years later, the Sanhedrin, Herod's dynasty, and mighty Rome have all crumbled into dust, but Jesus still stands — innocent, risen, and reigning as King of kings. The same urgent question echoes today: What will you do with Jesus? Will you compromise under pressure, or boldly choose the Innocent One whose eternal Kingdom will outlast every human empire?

Imagine standing before the King of the universe and hearing Him ask one simple question: "How do you plan to live in My world?" For the past 43 Catechism Questions we have been immersed in glorious doctrine—what we are to believe about God. Now the Catechism turns a corner. We move from "What ought we to believe?" to "How ought we to live?" Grab your Bible and join us as we seek to answer the question "What is the duty which God requires of man?'

The names of God as declared in Scripture are an essential part of His self revelation to humanity. Because we are finite, we could never fully grasp the infinite God on our own, but through His names He has given us sufficient knowledge so that we can truly know Him as He wishes to be known. Join us in our continued look at The Nature, Character, and Purpose of God in Doctrine 101.

Today we take a look at The Baptist Catechism Questions 42 and 43 and discuss the eternal state of the wicked. What happens to non-believers when they die? We will address many of the widely held misconceptions regarding death after death and see what the Bible says about this eternal state.

Paul wrote Galatians around A.D. 48–55 to churches he had planted in the region of Galatia in Asia Minor. After he left, false teachers known as "Judaizers" infiltrated the congregations. These teachers insisted that Gentile believers must be circumcised and keep the Mosaic Law in order to be truly saved or fully accepted by God. In other words, they were adding works of the law to the gospel of grace. Paul saw this as a complete distortion of the gospel and a direct attack on the finished work of Christ. His purpose was twofold: (1) to defend his apostolic authority and the divine origin of the gospel he preached, and (2) to call the Galatians back to the true gospel—salvation and right standing with God by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.

Today we will consider two men Peter and Judas who walked with Jesus for three years. Both witnessed the blind receive sight, the lame walk, and the dead raised to life. Both were sent out in His name to preach the kingdom and cast out demons. Both had there feet washed in the upper room. On the same fateful night, both failed Him in devastating ways. And both were seized with deep remorse. Yet their stories diverged into two very different endings: one became a pillar of the early church, while the other hanged himself in despair.

This Chatham Transition Ministry study continues our series on Christian Doctrine. Today we begin to look at a new subject, the Nature, Purpose, and Character of God as revealed to us in His Word. This lesson answers our catechism question "What may we know about God from His Word?", and we find that through the Scriptures "We may know everything we need to know about God to be reconciled to Him, properly worship Him, and live in obedience to His revealed will."

James Chapter five concludes the Apostles letter with a practical call to authentic faith. He warns the rich who oppress others, urges suffering believers to patient endurance as they await Christ's return, and highlights the power of prayer and confession in every circumstance of life.

Grab your Bible and join us from Whitemarsh Island Baptist Church. In today's message we look at Jesus trial before the Jewish authorities as we continue our study of the life of Christ through a harmony of the Gospels.The irony is staggering: The Word of God was declared a blasphemer by the religious establishment. The Righteous Judge was condemned by men who on the last day will stand as defendants before Him.

Grab your Bible and join us from the Chatham Transition Ministries weekly study. "Do You Obey God's Word? Not out of fear or force… but out of love. God's Word doesn't just inform us—it transforms us into the image of Christ through humble, joyful submission. Are you ready to move from casual hearing to wholehearted obedience? Please feel free to share this lesson with your family and friends and may God continue to use HIs Word and Spirit to conform us to the image of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

In James 4, the apostle delivers a bold challenge against the selfish desires and worldly ambitions that fuel conflict and distance us from God. He warns that friendship with the world is spiritual adultery, confronts our pride and presumptuous plans, and calls us to humble repentance. At the heart of the chapter stands God's gracious invitation: submit to Him, resist the devil, draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Life is short—like a vapor—so instead of boasting about tomorrow, we must live with humble dependence on the Lord's will, doing the good we know to do.

This message taken from a harmony of the four Gospel accounts of the betrayal and arrest of Jesus on Betrayal, Obedience, and Sovereignty will stir your heart, confront your hidden disloyalties, and draw you into deeper trust in the sovereign love of the One who was arrested so you could be released. Don't miss this moving journey through Scripture—come and encounter the Savior who turns even the darkest hour into our good and His glory.

In James chapter 3, the apostle powerfully addresses two essential themes for authentic Christian living: the immense power and danger of the tongue, and the striking contrast between earthly and heavenly wisdom. Grab your Bible and join us as we delve into these truths.

Join us as we follow Jesus and His disciples to the Garden of Gethsemane, where the shadow of the cross falls heavily upon the Son of God. After the Passover, Jesus leads His disciples out of Jerusalem, across the Kidron Valley, and up the Mount of Olives to this familiar olive grove. In the darkness of night, we witness the most intense spiritual battle of His earthly life. The hymn has been sung. The meal is finished. The hour has come. Jesus knows exactly what awaits Him—betrayal, abandonment, scourging, and the cross. Yet He does not run. He walks deliberately into the place where Judas will find Him. In this garden we see three powerful realities that must shape every believer's life: submission, anguish, and watchfulness. These are not abstract ideas. They are lived out before our eyes in the prayers of our Savior and the failure of His closest friends. Let us walk through these events together and learn what it truly means to watch and pray.