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August 23, 2026 | Closing out our series in Jude, Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on how to spot false teachers. This was one of the biggest warnings found in Jude's letter, that we should be on the guard against people who would try to water down or twist the Word of God. When we see people who want to pervert God's authority, we must choose to contend for the faith.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

August 16, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell begins a two-week series in Jude with a call to contend for the faith that was delivered to the saints. We'll also learn who Jude was, who he was writing to, and with what purpose he wrote. Jude is considered the fire alarm of the New Testament, telling us to take heed of the danger involved when we stray from God's plan.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

Title: Comfortably Numb: Waking Up from Lukewarm ChristianitySpeaker: Pastor Ben SmithDate: 14th January 2026Location: Vancouver, Canada Summary "We don't want to be a people who are comfortably numb." A Pink Floyd lyric turns up in an unlikely place here, and it lands. The subject is lukewarm Christianity, approached through two passages: Jesus warning that love would grow cold as lawlessness increased, and his blunt verdict on the church at Laodicea, a fellowship so comfortable it had decided it was doing just fine. The name Laodicea means power of the people, and that is offered as the clue to what went wrong. A group can end up led by the mood of the room rather than by God's word and still feel entirely settled about it. The answer sits in the next verse: the one who endures to the end will be saved. Endurance does not earn salvation, but it is what faithfulness looks like stretched over years, and it is thin on the ground in a throwaway culture where marriages and commitments get dropped faster than they get repaired. Hebrews adds the practical edge: give earnest heed, so that what you have heard does not quietly slip away. That turns into a question worth asking often. Am I more zealous than I used to be, or less? Zeal and repentance are where revival has always started, ground also covered in Enduring to the end. Key Points Jesus listed increasing lawlessness and love growing cold among the signs that would mark the time before his return. The church at Laodicea was judged lukewarm, and comfort was the likely cause. A settled socioeconomic climate led them to conclude they were fine when they were not. Laodicea means power of the people, a fellowship steered by the general mood rather than by God's word. Endurance does not earn salvation. If it did, salvation could be worked for. Endurance is what faithfulness looks like over the long haul. Commitment is getting harder in a throwaway culture, and people walk away from marriages and fellowships rather than resolve what needs resolving. The warnings against slackening off were written into the early letters, which suggests the concern was live even then. Letting things slip is discouraging well beyond the person it happens to, and holding steady has the opposite effect. Repentance and zeal are the conditions revival has always come out of, and comfort is what dulls both. Reference Scriptures Matthew 24:12-13 Revelation 3:14-22 John 14:15 John 13:34-35 Hebrews 2:1-3 Hebrews 10:25-26 1 Corinthians 10:12 Hebrews 12:1 Listen to the entire Podcast Revival library by visiting https://podcastrevival.com The Revival Fellowship is a Bible-directed, Spirit-filled Church and we welcome visitors to our meetings at any of our locations worldwide. To find your nearest venue visit https://therevivalfellowship.com © 2026 The Revival Fellowship. All Rights Reserved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final message of our “Summer in Rome” series, Pastor Ben Kaempfer teaches from Romans 16 about the people who make up the family of God. Paul concludes his letter by recognizing individuals who served faithfully, opened their homes, shared their resources, carried the gospel, and worked alongside him in ministry. Their names and stories reveal a beautifully diverse church made up of women and men, Jews and Gentiles, leaders, servants, friends, and coworkers who are all united through Jesus. Join as Pastor Ben reads through the last chapter of Romans and brings our summer series to a close.Support the show

August 9, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell finishes our study of James with a helpful message about what to do when you're feeling low. Each of us faces challenges and bad days. How do we react when a wave of sadness or depression washes over us? James 5:7–11 has practical advice for what Christians can do during these trials.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

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This podcast is presented to you by Pastor Ben Collier and The Bridge in Vanceburg, Kentucky.

In this episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Ben discuss the recent sermon on Jude 24-25, "Kept in the Love of God".

What is the greatest need in your life? Most of us would quickly think of answers like wisdom, healing, direction, provision, or breakthrough. But in Exodus 33, God confronts His people with a much deeper question: What if you had all of those things, but not His presence? As Israel wrestles with that reality, they discover that God's presence is not just another blessing—it is the blessing. In our message today, we will see how this passage invites us to rediscover what it means to live as people who long for God above everything else and who understand that His presence changes everything. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Exodus 33:1-23 Series: Stand Alone Thank you for Joining. For more information visit www.BenDixon.org or fill out a Northwest Church Connect Card - https://nwc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/118663

Join as Pastor Ben challenges us in regards to trials. How should we respond when things go wrong? 

Pastor Ben preaches on the 4th commandment. Find out more at clcscranton.org

Pastor Ben preaches on Luke 7:18-23

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Why does compassion so rarely translate into action for the lost around us? Pastor Ben examines Jesus' encounter with the multitudes in Matthew 9, showing how Christ's teaching, healing, and deep compassion flowed from seeing people as spiritually destitute—sheep without a shepherd. Drawing on global statistics of unreached peoples and a personal account from a mission trip to Peru, Pastor Ben demonstrates that Jesus did not simply command his disciples to go, but first called them to see the need and pray, since prayer reshapes the heart to match Christ's own burden for the lost. As Eastland Baptist Church enters Missions Month, listeners are challenged to let genuine prayer for the world's spiritual need become the catalyst that moves them from awareness to action.Eastland is a Place to BelongEastland Baptist Church is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are a welcoming and close-knit family community that loves to care for each other through the Church. We strongly believe in loving and supporting each other and our neighbors. Our members don't just attend our Church; they feel a strong sense of belonging.Join Us Find service times and our location at https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/join. Connect with UsWebsite: https://www.eastlandbaptist.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastlandbaptisttulsaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastlandbaptistTo support the ministry of Eastland Baptist Church, tap here: https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/give

One of the greatest privileges that we have is to help others come to know Jesus Christ. Throughout the Gospels, we see ordinary people bringing family members, friends, and even strangers into His presence, trusting Him to do what only He can do. In our passage today we observe four men demonstrate the determination, faith, and love required to bring someone to Jesus. Their example reminds us of the importance and the simplicity of bringing people to Christ. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 2:1-12 Series: Reach Out Thank you for Joining. For more information visit www.BenDixon.org or fill out a Northwest Church Connect Card - https://nwc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/118663

Pastor Ben preaches on the 3rd commandment. Find out more at clcscranton.org

This podcast is presented to you by Pastor Ben Collier and The Bridge in Vanceburg, Kentucky,

Pastor Ben preaches on Luke 7: 11-17

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In this message from Romans 15: 8-13, Pastor Ben explores what it means for the church to embody the reconciliation it proclaims. Paul's call to “welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you” challenges believers to move toward people whose backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences differ from their own, even when doing so feels difficult or uncomfortable. A reconciled life does more than communicate the gospel; it allows others to witness its transforming power.Ultimately, this message reminds them that reconciliation is not achieved through perfect performance, but through the grace, joy, peace, and hope found in Jesus.Support the show

July 26, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell walks through James 5 where the Bible speaks to the dangers of wealth and how it can corrupt you. The early church was a time of great generosity, but there were still some who cared more about their own financial security than the needs of their brothers and sisters. This passage also speaks to the importance of tithing and dealing with your finances in a biblical manner.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

In this episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Ben discuss the recent sermon on Jude 14-16, "The Detection of False Teachers, Part 3: False Teachers Live According to the Flesh."

July 26th | Dream Disciple | Acts 2:42–47In Week 4 of the Dream Disciple series, Pastor Ben Lofton explores what it means to be Plugged In—living a life that is deeply connected to the biblical community of the church. Drawing from Acts 2:42–47, this message reminds us that while every person longs for connection, that longing is ultimately fulfilled through the people of God.The early church wasn't simply a group of individuals attending gatherings; they were a family united by the cross of Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Their devotion to God's Word, prayer, fellowship, generosity, and one another created a community that reflected the heart of Jesus and pointed the world to Him.Pastor Ben challenges us to rethink how we view the church—not as a place we attend when it's convenient, but as the body of Christ to which we belong. Through authentic relationships, shared lives, and faithful participation, we discover that biblical community isn't something we can do—it's something we cannot do without.Whether you've never connected to a church, have experienced church hurt, or simply need encouragement to plug back in, this message is a powerful reminder that we were created for community, we grow best together, and the church is God's design for disciples who make disciples.Key Takeaway: We are created to be together, we are better together, and we become who God has called us to be when we are together.Do you know JESUS? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/do-you-know-jesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need PRAYER? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbgilmer.org/pray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support through GIVING: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nbbctx.org/giving⁠ 

Every day, there is a battle taking place for our hearts. God is speaking through His Word, but how we respond determines what His Word produces in our lives. In Luke 8, Jesus tells the story of a farmer scattering seed onto four different kinds of soil, each representing a different response to God and His Word. Some hearts become hard, some are shallow, and others become distracted. But, the heart that receives God's Word and remains faithful becomes fruitful. This parable challenges every one of us to ask an important question: What is the condition of my heart? Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Luke 8:4-15 Series: Stand Alone Thank you for Joining. For more information visit www.BenDixon.org or fill out a Northwest Church Connect Card - https://nwc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/118663

Pastor Ben preaches on the 2nd commandment. Find out more at clcscranton.org

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Pastor Ben preaches on Luke 7:1-10

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“Check the Fish”Matthew 17:24-2724 After Jesus and his disciples arrived in Capernaum, the collectors of the two-drachma temple tax came to Peter and asked, “Doesn't your teacher pay the temple tax?”25 “Yes, he does,” he replied.When Peter came into the house, Jesus was the first to speak. “What do you think, Simon?” he asked. “From whom do the kings of the earth collect duty and taxes—from their own children or from others?”26 “From others,” Peter answered.“Then the children are exempt,” Jesus said to him. 27 “But so that we may not cause offense, go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fish you catch; open its mouth and you will find a four-drachma coin. Take it and give it to them for my tax and yours.”CONNECT WITH USIf you have any questions or would like to get to know us further, head over to https://www.triumphlbc.org/connect and fill out our online connection card.ABOUT TRIUMPHTriumph wants to see the life and message of Jesus transform your heart, home, and city. To learn more visit https://www.triumphlbc.org/

July 19, 2026 | James 4:1–6 speaks on the source of conflicts and wars within ourselves. In this sermon, Pastor Ben Mandrell addresses the problems created by our sinful nature as well as the remedy that comes from the grace of God. We don't have to be drawn into sin by the world and our own selfish desires. We can choose to live a Godly life pursuing righteousness.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

In this episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Ben discuss the recent sermon on Jude 11-13, "The Detection of False Teachers, Part 2: False Teachers Serve Themselves".

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Every Christian has a testimony. It may be dramatic or quiet, but if Jesus has changed your life, He has given you a story of His grace, mercy, and transforming power. In Mark chapter 5, Jesus sent a man, whose life had been radically changed, back to his own people with one simple assignment: “Tell others what the Lord has done for you.” In the same way, God desires to use our testimonies to point people to Christ, open doors for the gospel, and reveal His power to a world that desperately needs hope. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 5:18-20 Series: Reach Out Thank you for Joining. For more information visit www.BenDixon.org or fill out a Northwest Church Connect Card - https://nwc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/118663

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Pastor Ben preaches on the 1st commandment. Find out more at clcscranton.org

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July 12, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell continues our series in the book of James with a message from James 3:13–18 on how we should seek wisdom from above. James points out that there are two contrasting sources of wisdom: the world and the Lord. Through a few quick tests covered in this sermon, we can figure out which fount of wisdom we are drinking from.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org

What if flourishing had nothing to do with your circumstances? In the first message of Psalms for the Summer Vol. 8. Pastor Ben opens Psalm 92 to reveal that your flourishing was already established when God planted you in His house. Discover why every season is a fruit bearing season and how flourishing through it all builds a testimony that points people to Jesus. Grab your notebook and tune into "I'm Planted Here".

In this episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Ben discuss the recent sermon on Jude 8-10, "The Detection of False Teachers, Part 1: False Teachers Abuse Their Authority".

 What if the greatest obstacle to following God isn't sin, but settling? Abraham's journey began with a simple command: "Go." He left more than a city—he left the future he had imagined, choosing instead to trust the God who was leading him one step at a time. In this concluding message of our Strangers series, we explore what it means to become a stranger to the world's priorities without withdrawing from the world itself. 

Listen as Pastor Ben preaches from Exodus 32 and Numbers 17.

In our new sermon series, "Human Flourishing," we're taking a journey through the book of Genesis to take a closer look at God's original plan— for humanity to flourish. 

The gospel is the greatest message the world has ever heard, yet most Christians struggle to clearly explain it or confidently share it with others. If we are going to reach people with the gospel, we first need to understand it ourselves. In this message, we'll answer two foundational questions: What is the Gospel and how do we share the Gospel? As we walk through the story of Scripture and a simple, practical framework for sharing our faith, you'll be equipped to confidently communicate the hope of Jesus Christ with the people God has placed in your life. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Romans 1:16 Series: Reach Out Thank you for Joining. For more information visit www.BenDixon.org or fill out a Northwest Church Connect Card - https://nwc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/118663

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In this episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Ben discuss the recent sermon on Jude 5-7, "The Destruction of False Teachers".

June 28, 2026 | Beginning a new sermon series in James, Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on what you'll need inside the storms of life. When hard times show up, how do we react? Are we angry with God or do we see trials as opportunities for growth? As Christians, being able to find peace and joy in the middle of life's most difficult moments is a witness to our faith in God.For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe so you can stay in the know. If you've liked what you've heard in this message, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify. Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, TN | bellevue.org