Wilkesboro Baptist Church

SBC ReportChris HefnerReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Real Men in an Artificial WorldText: Psalm 144Chris HefnerFour Characteristics of a Real ManA man whose hands have been trained by God for war.A man whose mind has been trained by God to manage time well.A man whose lips have been trained by God for worship.A man whose heart has been trained by God to recognize genuine wealth.Please reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Honey from the RockText: Psalm 81Chris HefnerConditions for Passing the Wilderness TestWorship on ScheduleRemember God's Redemptive WorksRepent of IdolsListen and Obey the Voice of GodBe Satisfied with God at the RockPlease reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Overcoming Idolatry by the TruthText: 1 John 5:19-21Chris HefnerThree Questions about Idolatry1. What are idols? a. Anything in our lives that occupies the place reserved for God alone.2. Why we must keep ourselves from idols? a. Who we are: children of God. b. Whom we believe: Jesus Christ, the truth. c. Where we're going: eternal life.3. How we keep ourselves from idols? a. Identify and repent of idols. b. Know and believe Jesus. c. Experience Jesus in corporate worship and personal devotion.

Spiritual IntimacyTad CraigReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Overcoming Sin by Prayerful ConfidenceText: 1 John 5:13-18Chris HefnerConfidence Layers for Christian Prayer1. We pray for communion with the Father who hears us2. We pray in intercession for sinners to receive life3. We pray in intercession for one another to be protected from sin

The Great Commission | 05.21.25David EaslerReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Overcoming the World by Faith in ChristText: 1 John 5:1-12Chris HefnerThree Ways We Overcome the World:We overcome the world (messaging and control) by being born of God through faith.We overcome the world (false gospels) by the testimony of God; His gospel.We overcome the world (certainty of death) by the life of God through Jesus Christ.

Silence and Solitude | 05.14.25Gary BuffaloeReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Jesus and His MotherText: John 19:24-27Chris HefnerThis saying of Jesus tells us something we need to know, something we need to feel, and something we need to experience.Something we need to know—even on the cross Jesus honored his mother.Something we need to feel—through the cross Jesus validates our suffering.Something we need to experience—because of the cross and resurrection Jesus offers us the life we need.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Building Intimacy week 3 | 05.07.25Tad CraigReach out to us via email @ info@wilkesborobaptist.org/contact-us

Title: Love Over FearText: 1 John 4:13-21Chris HefnerTwo Gospel Affirmations to be Ready for the Judgment1. We'll be ready for the final judgment when we experience the salvation the gospel provides. *We see, by the Spirit of God, that God sent Jesus to be the Savior of the world. *We confess that Jesus is the Son of God. *We know and believe the love that God has for us.2. We'll be ready for the final judgment when we experience the confidence the gospel affords. *We receive the love of God--his love for us. *We are completed by the love of God--his love through us. *We are as he is in the world.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Building Intimacy | 04.30.25Tad CraigReach out to us via email at info@wilkesborobaptist.org/contact-us

Title: Love One AnotherText: 1 John 4:7-12Chris HefnerThree Reasons to Love One Another1. Love Defined.2. Love Displayed.3. Love Delivered. Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Purpose of Intimacy | 04.23.25Tad CraigReach out to us via email @ info@wilkesborobaptist.org/contact-us

Title: The Resurrection TestifiedText: Revelation 1:17-20Chris HefnerThree Truths about Jesus' Resurrection TestimonyJesus' resurrection testimony is a theological and historical claim to reality.Jesus' resurrection testimony is a political claim to the throne.Jesus's resurrection testimony is a personal claim to save.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Helplessness and Faith | 04.16.25Nathan BowmanReach out to us via email @ info@wilkesborobaptist.org/contact-us

Title: The Resurrection ForeshadowedText: John 11Chris HefnerThree Testimonies of Jesus' SovereigntyJesus did temporarily for Lazarus what he will do permanently for those who believe in him.Jesus did individually for Lazarus what he will do comprehensively for those who believe in him.Jesus did uniquely in himself what we could not do sufficiently for our own souls.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: The Spirits of the World and the Spirit of GodText: 1 John 4:1-6Chris HefnerThree Ways to Avoid the Spirit of ErrorWe need to discern the voices we give heed to.We need to rest in the overcoming glory of Christ.We need to hear and heed the Spirit of truth.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Disciplines & Direction: A Review | 04.02.25Chris HefnerReach out to us via email @ info@wilkesborobaptist.org/contact-us

Title: Assured Hearts and Confident LivesText: 1 John 3:19-24Chris HefnerThree Prescriptions for Dealing with Doubt1. Look to God, not to self.2. Review the tests. *Believe *Obey *Love3. Abide in the Spirit.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Love vs. HateText: 1 John 3:11-18Chris HefnerTwo Paths: Love or HateThe path of hate leads to death.Hate takes life.Produced by the devil and the world.Hate closes and hardens from jealousy and scorn.When we operate with jealousy or scorn, we're on the path of Cain.The path of love leads to life.Love gives life.Produced by Christ.Love softens and opens from giving and grace.When we operate with love, we're on the path of Christ.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Practice RighteousnessText: 1 John 3:4-10Chris HefnerReasons that Sin and Following Jesus are Incongruous:The nature of sin--lawlessness.The purpose of the gospel--destruction of sin and defeat of the devil.The goal of abiding--not sinning.The display of our practice--righteousness or sinfulness.The parentage of people—God or the devil.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Confidence Markers: Anointing, Abiding, AppearingText: 1 John 2:26-3:33Chris HefnerConfidence MarkersMarker 1: Anointing—Because we've been anointed by God, we are his children.Marker 2: Abiding—Since we are God's children, we must abide in him.Marker 3: Appearing—Because Jesus will appear, and we will be like him then, we must pursue purity now.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Learning and Serving | 03.05.25Chris HefnerReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Belief: The Doctrinal TestText: 1 John 2:18-25Chris HefnerThesis: To pass the doctrinal test, we need to believe the truth about Jesus Christ.Three Ways to Make Sure We Believe what is True about Jesus ChristWe need to distinguish between what is counterfeit and genuine.We need to confess what is true about Jesus Christ.We need to abide in the Word of God by the Spirit of God.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Fasting | 02.26.25Nathan BowmanReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Love not the WorldText: 1 John 2:15-17Chris HefnerOne Command:Do not love the worldTwo Reasons for not loving the world:Loving the things of the world means you don't have the Father's loveThe things of the world won't lastThree Things Not to Love:Desires of the fleshDesires of the eyesPride in self/stuffPlease reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Love in the Church, Relational Test Part 2Text: 1 John 2:12-14Three Truths about Love in the ChurchChris HefnerIf we're in Christ, we're part of his family.If we're in Christ, we're at war.If we're in Christ, we grow through the Word.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Prayer I 02.12.25Chris HefnerReach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Love: The Relational TestText: 1 John 2:7-11Chris HefnerOne Principle: The command to love is timeless and timely.Four Questions to Pass the Love Test:Do you identify with Jesus as a model for love?Are you able to diagnose your attitudes and actions toward others?Are you acting with love toward others?Are you stumbling around in life, or do you see where you're going?Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Obedience: The Moral TestText: 1 John 2:1-6Chris HefnerJesus' four roles that motivate and animate our obedience.Jesus is our Advocate, so we call for his help.Jesus is our Propitiation, so we can be free from sin.Jesus is our Lord, so we do what he says.Jesus is our Example, so we walk in his ways.Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Bible Intake (Part 1): Read and Study I 1.29.25 Chris Hefner Reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Confidence from Confession Text: 1 John 1:5-10 Chris Hefner God is light Because God is light, we should agree with his assessment of our condition Because God is faithful and just, we can confess and be cleansed Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Overview of Spiritual Disciplines I 1.22.25 Chris Hefner Reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Confidence from the Word of Life Text: 1 John 1:1-4 Chris Hefner Three Truths about the Gospel (the Word of Life) 1) The gospel message is timeless. 2) The gospel message is rooted in history. 3) The gospel message is proclaimed then and now. Three Responses to the Gospel (the Word of Life) 1) You can hear the gospel and receive Jesus today. 2) You can have fellowship with God and the church today. 3) You can have joy today. Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Deacon Ordination I 01.15.25 Reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

"State of the Church" Address I 01.08.25 Chris Hefner Reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesbaptist.org

Title: New Year. New You. New Covenant. Text: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 Josh Pinkerton Ministry of Death vs. Ministry of the Spirit Temporary Glory vs. Eternal Glory We have hope! Hope in Understanding Hope in Freedom Hope in Transformation Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Life for a New World Text: John 1:4 Chris Hefner We can have life because the One who gives it always has it We can have life now and forever because the life God promises is a relationship We can have life that doesn't become disordered because the light is the life We can have life that never dies because Jesus died in our world to give us life in his world Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Joy for a Restored World Text: Luke 15:11-31 Tad Craig Joy is not... Joy is not feeling happy or satisfied. Joy is not religious legalism. Joy is not elitism. Discover Joy… Discover joy by repenting. Discover joy in forgiveness and reconciliation. Discover joy in celebrating redemption from suffering. Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Redeeming Love for an Enslaved World Text: Colossians 1:13-14, 2:1-3 Chris Hefner Celebrate the reality of redemption through song Experience the certainty redemption through confession and repentance Unlock the mystery redemption through love Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Peace in a Fallen World Text: Luke 19:41-44 Chris Hefner Sermon Theme: In order to find a real solution for the brokenness in our world, we must discover the root problem that causes brokenness. Two Possible Roots of Brokenness (lack of peace): Brokenness is easily identified by the injustice(s) done to us. Brokenness is correctly identified by the injustice we've done to God. Three Reasons We Can't See the Solution for Human Brokenness We're blinded by the pomp and circumstances around us. We're blinded by the injustices and sins done to us. We're blinded by the pride and idolatry within us. Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Series: An Advent Worldview Sermon: The Creator Came to the Creature's World Text: John 1:1-5, 12-14 Chris Hefner Three Worldview Truths Christmas validates creation. Christmas validates the whole person (body and soul). Christmas validates our purpose for existence. Three Applications Engage your mind. Enter into relationship. Embrace your purpose. Please reach out to us with any questions info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: Gospel Imbedded Frienships Text: Colossians 4:7-18 Chris Hefner Reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: The Power of Christ and His Gospel Text: Revelation 11 Chris Hefner Four Truths that Show the Power of Christ and His Gospel It may seem like all we have is just words, but what a powerful Word it is. Look to the Word. It may seem like we're in the minority, but we're a part of heaven's multitudes. Look to what is real. It may seem like we lose when we die, but, like our Lord, we will be raised to life again. Look at suffering (dying) in proportion to your time of living. It may seem like the world is rejoicing at our demise, but the true King is on the way. Look to the coming King Please reach out to us at info@wilkesborobaptist.org with any questions.

Title: Gospel Inspired Prayer Text: Colossians 4:2-6 Chris Hefner Reach out to us via email at: info@wilkesborobaptist.org

Title: The Spirit and Power of Elijah Text: Luke 1:8-17; 3:1-17 Chris Hefner Three Connections between Elijah and John the Baptist The spirit and power of Elijah is observable. The spirit and power of Elijah is accountable. The spirit and power of Elijah is accessible. Three Ways to Access the Spirit's Power We receive the Spirit by faith in Christ. We are filled with the Spirit by following Christ. We are empowered by the Spirit by promoting Christ. Please reach out to us at info@wilkesborobaptist.org with any questions.

Title: The Good Shepherd Text: Psalm 23 Gary Buffaloe Please reach out to us at info@wilkesborobaptist.org with any questions

Title: A Man Like Us Text: James 5:13-20 Chris Hefner Four Practices for a Well-Rounded Prayer Life The Occasion of our Prayers: Circumstantial and Missional The Intensity of our Prayers: Conversational and Fervent The Location of our Prayers: Personal and Corporate The Basis of our Prayers: Imparted and Practiced Please reach out to us at info@wilkesborobaptist.org with any questions.

Title: A Prayer for Confidence and Security Text: Psalm 27 Tad Craig 3 Phases of Knowledge as we Pray Cognitive Knowledge What do we know? Emotional Knowledge What and How we feel? Practical Knowledge How do we respond? Please reach out to us at info@wilkesborobaptist.org with any questions.