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Every efficient jobsite has workers doing specific tasks. There may be some working on unboxing materials, some doing the prep work, some installing, and some inspecting for any issues. In today's message, Pastor Richard teaches that, as a Christian, you are a member of the Church, and your role may not be the same as others around you. However, each role is mission-critical. Whatever task God has for you is uniquely important.

It's a true blessing to know that our God is a God of His Word! Can you name another God who would uphold His promises for thousands and thousands of years? Pastor Richard teaches you today about how the covenant that God established with Abraham has very generous terms, and has forgiven the Israelite people time and time again, even when they abandon the love of their Creator and choose to worship false idols instead.

Land is a valuable resource. You need land to build homes, you need soil to cultivate crops, and you need natural resources to not only sustain your own life, but to trade with others in exchange for other things you need. Pastor Richard teaches you today that the land God promised to Abraham in Genesis still belongs to his descendants all these years later, and the resources of that land are not to be exploited by other settlers.

In this Christmas sermon from Isaiah 35, Pastor Jared Richard used the universal desire to go home for the holidays as a gateway to discuss our deeper spiritual longing for our true home with God. He explained that Isaiah 35 describes two contrasting places - the wilderness and desert representing our current broken world, versus the paradise of Lebanon, Carmel, and Sharon representing the home God has prepared for us. Pastor Richard walked through multiple layers of this prophetic passage, beginning with God's promise to bring exiled Israel home from Babylon, then expanding to humanity's exile from Eden due to sin, and ultimately pointing to Jesus as the solution. He emphasized that Jesus willingly left his perfect home in heaven, was born in exile-like conditions in a stable, was rejected by his own people, and died on the cross bearing our judgment so that we could return home to the Father. The sermon concluded with three applications: receiving the hope of Christ's salvation, following Christ's example in reconciling broken relationships, and rejoicing with fellow believers as we journey toward our eternal home together.   WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Take a moment to fill out our digital connection card here: https://www.bayleaf.org/connect We hope you enjoy this programming and please let us know if there is anything we can do to be of service to you.   ONE CHURCH. TWO LOCATIONS. ONE MISSION. Bay Leaf at Falls Lake: 12200 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27614 Bay Leaf at 540: 10921 Leesville Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613   SERVICE TIMES Come join us on Sundays at Bay Leaf at Falls Lake (8:30 AM or 11:00 AM) or at Bay Leaf at 540 (10:00 AM)!   CONTACT www.bayleaf.org (919) 847-4477 #BayLeafLife #Worship #Inspiration

Being a pastor isn't a role that should be taken lightly. Instead, God's Word teaches that those who take on this role are held to a higher standard, as they are responsible for the souls of the people under their care. Pastor Richard reminds you today that he is also a sheep in God's flock, but he has a responsibility to everyone listening to this program today to teach God's Word in its entirety. His job is to continually point people toward Jesus.

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On our own, we are weak and vulnerable. It is impossible to follow God's commands under our own strength. But the deception that Pastor Richard warns against in today's message is the lie that there's no way to live a Godly life in this world. We have access to the Holy Spirit, and when you accept Jesus as your Savior, that Spirit will come to dwell in you. In Him, you can live a God-honoring life of obedience and wholeness. Not that you'll never fall into sin, but it will be the exception, not the rule.

Part three of the "Who Is JESUS?" series. Pastor Richard adds on to the series talking about the correlation between a story of Abraham and Issac and Jesus. It shows how JESUS is the LAMB OF GOD who takes away the sin of the world!

Pastor Richard shows us the story of Jesus' birth, and why Mary was chosen for this important task.

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Pastor Richard delivers a message during our annual Christmas presentation, "Worship JESUS." He shows us from the story of Zacchaeus how Jesus sees him and knows his name, one of the worst of the worst, to show that God loves you and KNOWS you by name too no matter who you are.

Pastor Jared Richard explores Isaiah 11's unique "Christmas tree"—not a decorated evergreen, but a stump with a shoot and root—as a powerful gospel metaphor. The stump represents God's judgment on pride, showing how "God will always humble the proud" as He did with Israel and Assyria. From this apparent death springs the shoot, a greater David who will establish a perfect kingdom where "the wolf will dwell with the lamb" (Isaiah 11:6) and all creation finds peace. Most remarkably, this king is also the root of Jesse, revealing Jesus as both descendant and divine source—the God-man who offers surprising eternal life. Pastor Richard urges us not to place our hope in an idealized past but in Christ's future kingdom, where all brokenness will be healed and "the earth will be full of the knowledge of the Lord, as the waters cover the sea" (Isaiah 11:9).   WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Take a moment to fill out our digital connection card here: https://www.bayleaf.org/connect We hope you enjoy this programming and please let us know if there is anything we can do to be of service to you.   ONE CHURCH. TWO LOCATIONS. ONE MISSION. Bay Leaf at Falls Lake: 12200 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27614 Bay Leaf at 540: 10921 Leesville Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613   SERVICE TIMES Come join us on Sundays at Bay Leaf at Falls Lake (8:30 AM or 11:00 AM) or at Bay Leaf at 540 (10:00 AM)!   CONTACT www.bayleaf.org (919) 847-4477 #BayLeafLife #Worship #Inspiration

Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 12.14.25

Part two of the "Who Is JESUS?" series. Pastor Richard continues the series as we focus attention on JESUS, who He is and Why He came. Through a story in Daniel, he shows us that there are 5 things discovered when you are in the fire, going through something in your life. All this reveals that NO ONE can SET PEOPLE FREE like JESUS!

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Have you ever felt like you weren't good enough to come to God? Some churches might say you have to fix your life before coming to church or even getting to know Christ, but you don't wait to get better before going to the doctor, do you? You go to the doctor because you're sick and because you need help. And today, Pastor Richard invites you to come to Jesus just as you are, and let Him be the one to change your heart

Power of God's Word | Rochester Christian ChurchWelcome to Rochester Christian Church online! Today, Pastor Richard Crisco continues his powerful series on the importance of God's Word with a message titled “Power of God's Word.” Scripture teaches that words carry life-shaping power, and Pastor Richard reminds us that God's Word doesn't just inform us; it transforms us. This week's message explores how the Word of God can change our hearts, shift our mindsets, and even impact the atmosphere around us. When we speak God's truth, we invite His presence, authority, and power into every situation.

Like a gardener who turns a field of burned soil into a place of new growth, God brings life out of what seems destroyed. The fire may leave scars, but it also clears the way for something beautiful to bloom. Pastor Richard will tell you today that God takes your deepest pain and redeems it. He restores what was lost and brings purpose from your suffering. What once looked like ruin becomes a testimony of His power to make beauty from ashes.

In this sermon on Isaiah 9, Pastor Jared Richard explores how God prepared for Christmas centuries before Christ's birth. Using the analogy of a Ferrero Rocher chocolate with its layers, Pastor Richard unpacks three prophetic layers: the failure of faithless King Ahaz who trusted Assyria rather than God, the promise of a greater king described with four divine titles (Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace), and finally the arrival of Jesus as the fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy. The sermon highlights how we, like Ahaz, often seek peace through human wisdom, politics, wealth, or idolatry instead of trusting God. Just as God demonstrated His power through weakness when Gideon defeated the Midianites, He sent His Son as a child to conquer our greatest enemies—sin, Satan, and death. While Christ's first coming allows us peace with God, we await His return for the complete fulfillment of Isaiah's promise of eternal peace.   WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Take a moment to fill out our digital connection card here: https://www.bayleaf.org/connect We hope you enjoy this programming and please let us know if there is anything we can do to be of service to you.   ONE CHURCH. TWO LOCATIONS. ONE MISSION. Bay Leaf at Falls Lake: 12200 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27614 Bay Leaf at 540: 10921 Leesville Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613   SERVICE TIMES Come join us on Sundays at Bay Leaf at Falls Lake (8:30 AM or 11:00 AM) or at Bay Leaf at 540 (10:00 AM)!   CONTACT www.bayleaf.org (919) 847-4477 #BayLeafLife #Worship #Inspiration

The other day, I told my teenage son it was time for a shower, but no matter how much I reminded, reasoned, or pleaded, I couldn't physically make him do it. He had to choose it for himself. Today, Pastor Richard will share with you that, in a way, that's how it is with God. He offers cleansing, grace, and new life through Jesus, but He won't force you to accept it. Love doesn't coerce; it invites. God's gift is free, but it's up to you to receive it.

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I remember grabbing a bag of chips one night, telling myself I'd just eat a few. But before I knew it, the whole bag was gone, and I still wasn't satisfied. Pastor Richard will explain to you today how selfishness works. The more you feed it, the more it craves. It promises satisfaction but only leaves you emptier inside. Living for yourself never fills the hunger of the heart. True satisfaction comes when you align your desires with God's desires.

Part one of the "Who Is JESUS?" series. Pastor Richard shows how each person's answer to the question, "WHO IS JESUS?" determines their total future. Getting to KNOW GOD and His many facets is the JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME.

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Pastor Richard reminds us to have humility, that we willingly fall on the rock and be broken, than be crushed by the rock. We need to get over our pride and act like Jesus did.

Have you ever felt like you weren't good enough to come to God? Some churches might say you have to fix your life before coming to church or even getting to know Christ, but you don't wait to get better before going to the doctor, do you? You go to the doctor because you're sick and because you need help. And today, Pastor Richard invites you to come to Jesus just as you are, and let Him be the one to change your heart

In the world we live in today, it's easy to look at others and think we have a better standing with God because of what we believe or how we live. But in today's message, Pastor Richard reminds us that we're not to look down on anyone, especially on those who haven't yet believed. The truth is, we've been grafted into God's promises by His grace alone. And that's not a reason for pride, but a reason to be thankful and give glory to God.

A compass always points north, no matter how lost we feel or how disoriented our surroundings become. But if we tried to find our way with a broken compass, one that points wherever it feels like, we'd be lost. Today, Pastor Richard will tell you that's what happens when you rely on politics, culture, or even your own reasoning to guide you. Those things shift with the wind. God's Word, though, is the true compass: steady, trustworthy, and unchanging.

Sometimes it feels like the world is spinning faster than we can keep up: chaos in the news, uncertainty in our lives, and fear about what's next. But even when everything seems out of control, it's not. Pastor Richard will remind you today that God hasn't stepped off the throne. He's still ruling and still holding all things together. What looks like disorder to you is never disorder to Him. You can rest knowing your unshakable God is still in complete control.

Treasure God's Word | Rochester Christian ChurchWelcome to Rochester Christian Church online! Today, Pastor Richard Crisco brings a meaningful message titled “Treasure God's Word.” From Psalm 119:11, we're reminded to hide God's Word in our hearts, not just to know it, but to carry it with us, shape our lives by it, and draw strength from it daily. Pastor Richard unpacks the power of Scripture memory, why it matters more than ever, and how treasuring God's Word anchors our faith, guards our hearts, and transforms the way we live. Be challenged and encouraged to begin storing God's truth deep within your soul.

One of the greatest regrets we could ever have is wondering what might've been if we had fully surrendered to God's plan. We don't want to reach the end of our lives and realize we missed the purpose He had for us. God's plans are always better, overflowing with meaning, joy, and eternal impact. Today, Pastor Richard will challenge you to choose obedience over comfort, faith over fear, and devotion over distraction. Don't leave a “what if” behind.

Faith isn't something we inherit; it's something we choose. God doesn't save us because our parents followed Him, and He doesn't reject us because they didn't. Each heart stands alone before Him. Pastor Richard will remind you today that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. That means your story with God is personal, not passed down from your ancestry. No matter your family history, His invitation is open.

Imagine if every promise we made came with a reflection of who we truly are. When we say we'll do something, God calls us to follow through, because our word reflects His character. Today, Pastor Richard will remind you that scripture says, “Let your ‘yes' be yes and your ‘no' be no.” In a world full of broken promises, being a person of integrity shines brightly. When you keep your word, you reflect the One who always keeps His.

Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 11.30.25

In the world we live in today, it's easy to look at others and think we have a better standing with God because of what we believe or how we live. But in today's message, Pastor Richard reminds us that we're not to look down on anyone, especially on those who haven't yet believed. The truth is, we've been grafted into God's promises by His grace alone. And that's not a reason for pride, but a reason to be thankful and give glory to God.

When we first come to God, there's a sense of curiosity and wonder as we discover who He is. But answering His call to go out and make disciples can feel daunting. That's why, in today's message, Pastor Richard reminds us that Christians aren't just followers of Christ… we're called to be ministers to those around us. Ministers in our jobs, in our homes, in our marriages, in our relationships, as we live in the world, we are called to be the salt of the earth.

Sometimes when we get too comfortable, we start to take God's blessings for granted… and before we know it, we begin to drift. But God doesn't want that for us, just like He didn't want it for the Israelites. Time and time again, He sent prophets to call them back, to remind them of His faithfulness. And in today's message, Pastor Richard encourages you to remember God's promises and never take His goodness for granted

We all have those days when we forget to do something… like taking the food out of the freezer before mom gets home, or finishing that chore we promised our spouse weeks ago. But sometimes, in the busyness of life, we forget something even more important: God's promises. And that's why, in today's message, Pastor Richard reminds us that Christians worship God not only because He deserves praise, but because He's worth it.

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When you think about your life and the people you're closest to, who comes to mind? Maybe it's your friends, a loved one, or your spouse. Those kinds of relationships are rare, and that's what makes them special. That's the kind of relationship God wants with you. The Creator of the universe loves you so much that He wants to know you personally. And today, Pastor Richard invites you to come to Jesus and begin that relationship with Him.

Sometimes in life, we treat our relationship with God like something simmering on the back burner while we focus on everything else. But God doesn't want to be a side course in your life… He wants to be the main meal, the center of it all. He loves you so deeply that He sent His only Son to pay the price for your sin, just to be in a relationship with you. So today, Pastor Richard encourages you to make God the priority of your life.

When people hear things like ‘Jesus will return,' they often think, ‘It's been two thousand years… will He ever come back?' But the truth is, He will. God loves us so much that He's giving every moment of every day for people to receive His grace and turn back to Him. And today, Pastor Richard invites you to become part of God's family - because one day, Jesus will return. There will be no warning, only the fulfillment of His promise.

Part four of the "Healing, Health, and Wholeness" series. Pastor Richard continues the series talking about how people are desperately searching for ANSWERS. We need to POINT THEM to JEHOVAH RAPHA, a COVENANT NAME for God revealing God's HEALING NATURE and CHARACTER.

In this sermon from James 5:7-12, Pastor Jared Richard explores how the promise of Christ's return should shape our lives and ministry. Drawing from Jesus' parable in Luke 19 about a nobleman who entrusts resources to his servants before departing, Pastor Richard emphasizes that Jesus has entrusted us with His kingdom work and will one day return to evaluate our faithfulness. When we establish our hearts on Christ's return—intentionally dwelling on this reality—it produces spiritual fruit, particularly patience and steadfastness during hardship. The sermon clarifies that Jesus' return will be unmistakable, unpredictable, unparalleled, and unstoppable. For believers, this day should inspire joy rather than fear, as Christ's posture toward faithful servants is one of commendation, not condemnation. Pastor Richard concludes by challenging Bay Leaf Baptist Church to use every resource God has entrusted to them for kingdom purposes, so they might be found faithful when Christ returns.   WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Take a moment to fill out our digital connection card here: https://www.bayleaf.org/connect We hope you enjoy this programming and please let us know if there is anything we can do to be of service to you.   ONE CHURCH. TWO LOCATIONS. ONE MISSION. Bay Leaf at Falls Lake: 12200 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27614 Bay Leaf at 540: 10921 Leesville Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613   SERVICE TIMES Come join us on Sundays at Bay Leaf at Falls Lake (8:30 AM or 11:00 AM) or at Bay Leaf at 540 (10:00 AM)!   CONTACT www.bayleaf.org (919) 847-4477 #BayLeafLife #Worship #Inspiration

Speaker: Pastor Richard Salazar Date: 11.16.25

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In his sermon on James 4:11-5:6, Pastor Jared Richard explores how pride—which God hates—is the root of all sin. Using the metaphor of invasive weeds that must be pulled from the root, Pastor Richard identifies three manifestations of pride that threaten the Christian heart. First, a judgmental view of others reveals we've forgotten our own sinfulness and God's mercy toward us. Second, a presumptuous view of the future shows we're planning without acknowledging God's sovereignty, forgetting that "this is the day that the Lord has made" (Psalm 118:24). Third, a self-indulgent view of wealth demonstrates we've forgotten that "the earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof" (Psalm 24:1). The solution to pride isn't simply behavior modification but remembering who God is—sovereign, holy, and gracious—which properly reorients our understanding of ourselves. When we humble ourselves before God, submitting to His lordship in every area of life, He promises to lift us up. This begins with repentance and faith in Christ for salvation and continues as we allow the Holy Spirit to root out pride in our daily lives.   WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Take a moment to fill out our digital connection card here: https://www.bayleaf.org/connect We hope you enjoy this programming and please let us know if there is anything we can do to be of service to you.   ONE CHURCH. TWO LOCATIONS. ONE MISSION. Bay Leaf at Falls Lake: 12200 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27614 Bay Leaf at 540: 10921 Leesville Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613   SERVICE TIMES Come join us on Sundays at Bay Leaf at Falls Lake (8:30 AM or 11:00 AM) or at Bay Leaf at 540 (10:00 AM)!   CONTACT www.bayleaf.org (919) 847-4477 #BayLeafLife #Worship #Inspiration

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Part two of the "Healing, Health, and Wholeness" series. Pastor Richard continues the series showing that as we are TRUSTING the Lord for HEALING, that it usually isn't INSTANTANEOUS. Most often, it's a PROCESS. GOD CAN, GOD WANTS TO, and GOD WILL, but we have to have PATIENCE and TRUST GOD'S PROCESS.