Podcasts about Steve Gaines

June 22, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines shares a powerful message out of 2 Kings 6:8–23 titled "God's Invisible Angel Army." Looking at the life of Elisha, we see that God and His angels are always more powerful than the worries of this world. With the power of God behind us, we are able to overcome any obstacle and live out the life He has called us to live.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

June 15, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines challenges men on Father's Day with a sermon out of 1 Corinthians 16:13–14 titled "Act Like Godly Men!" Through these two verses we see the life God is calling us toward, one where men are alert, strong, and loving.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

June 8, 2025 | In his sermon on Ecclesiastes 12, Cory O'Hara warns us not to be like King Solomon. Though he was gifted with great wisdom, Solomon walked away from the Lord for at least a time. This message shows us the importance of fearing the Lord and following after Him throughout our lives. When we don't give God the respect He deserves, our world can start to crumble.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

June 1, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches on how a joyful heart is God's medicine for us. No matter what we are facing in life, the joy of the Lord can deliver us through. God's joy gives us strength and purpose as we endure the trials and circumstances that test us.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

May 25, 2025 | Speaking out of Psalm 127, Pastor Steve Gaines shares an important message titled "Lord, Bless My Family." How can our families be blessed by God? Through practical steps and biblical wisdom we can set our families up for success. More than worldly blessings, we want our children and the generations behind them to know the Lord and seek His kingdom.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

May 18, 2025 | Ben Taylor, Bellevue's Missions Pastor, speaks on the importance of having a "theology of praise." As we examine Psalm 103, we find the attitude we need for proper worship and how our praise should be focused. This message is an important reminder to live a life seeking the kingdom of God and praising Him at all times.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

May 11, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines speaks on the brevity of life and our need to depend on the Lord in this message based out of Psalm 39. Each of us is a traveler passing through, as our lives are but a breath. While we may seem insignificant to the course of history, God cares about our pain and He wants to know each of us personally.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

If you have never heard the podcast edition of the newsletter before, how will you be able to tell if the words I am writing here are actually the words I'm saying to the hundreds of listeners? Don't you want to hear the way people in these stories sound? Wouldn't you like to see if the editors left in the many curse words that are uttered during production? Either way, there are both written and sonic versions of Charlottesville Community Engagement and one day there may be a version told entirely through pencil shavings.In this edition:* Charlottesville City Council grants appeal to allow Delta Zeta to demolish 144 Chancellor Street (learn more)* Virginia now requires localities in the same river basin to come up with a regional water supply plan to prepare for drought (learn more)* Council agrees to exercise eminent domain to purchase land for streetscape projects (learn more)* Residents call for Council to take action on speeding on Lankford and Deputy City Manager James Freas provides an update (learn more)* A look back at a presentation in January on the city's safe streets strategy (learn more)* Albemarle County's Board of Supervisors adopts a budget for FY2026 after another review of what is in it (podcast listeners get a first listen!)First-shout: Rivanna River Fest this SaturdayWe're up to that time of year when the Rivanna Conservation Alliance and their partners celebrate our community's main waterway - the Rivanna River!From 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. there will be all sorts of events at the Rivanna River Company on land now owned by the City of Charlottesville. There will be family-friendly activity tables, free tubing from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m (depending on water levels), and you can sign up for fly-fishing lessons with Orvis.* At 2:30 p.m. you can hear the “Story of Buck Island” from Philip Cobbs* At 3 p.m. the Rockfish Wild Sanctuary will present “Wild Neighbors”* At 3:30 p.m. Horace Scruggs will present the “African American History of the River”* At 4 p.m. there is a guided walk from Steve Gaines, the city's urban forester* At 5 p.m. there is performance from The Front Porch's Hometown Choir* There's a free concert from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. from Mighty JoshuaFor more information and details, visit the Rivanna Conservation Alliance website!Second shout out: When Driving Is Not An Option webinar on May 12A third of people living in the United States do not have a driver's license and must navigate a mobility system designed almost exclusively for drivers. Does it have to be that way?On Monday May 12th from 6:30 pm to -7:30 pm, Livable Cville will hold a conversation with Anna Zivarts, author of the excellent book When Driving Is Not An Option. Charlottesville City Councilor Natalie Oschrin will also make an appearance.When Driving is Not an Option shines a light on the reality for non-drivers and explains how improving our transportation system with nondrivers in mind will create a better quality of life for everyone. Zivarts is a low-vision mom, disability advocate, and non-driver. In this webinar, she'll explain how healthier, more climate-friendly communities can be the result of what happened when the needs of involuntary nondrivers are viewed as essential to how we design our transportation systems and our communities.Councilor Oschrin will share about how these ideas apply to the Charlottesville area. There will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end. You can sign up here for this free event. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

The Rankin County Board of Supervisors have been under fire like never before, between the recent debacle over the recent zoning law change an now the Steve Gaines sh!t show from the Republican breakfast this past weekend

1- Brad Arnold, singer of 3 Doors Down announces he has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and will seek immediate treatment tat will force them off the road this summer and they tour with Creed has been canceled. It's his response that made me pull over on the side of the road and compose myself before I could go any further 2- The Rankin County Board of Supervisors have been under fire like never before, between the recent debacle over the recent zoning law change an now the Steve Gaines sh!t show from the Republican breakfast this past weekend

May 4, 2025 | Daniel Harris, Bellevue's College Pastor, discusses "The Kindness of a King" from 2 Samuel 16 and 19. When King David is harassed by a relative of King Saul's, he shows the man mercy and rebukes those who would have him harm the man. Much like King David, as well as the later example set by Jesus, we should show kindness to others because God has shown us grace and mercy.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

April 27, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines speaks on "The Selfishness of Sin" out of 2 Samuel 18 where Absalom builds a statue in his own honor and rebels against his father, King David. In this story we see the painful effects of our sin and how pride can drive us to do terrible things. 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

April 20, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines gives a Resurrection Sunday sermon titled "The Essence of Easter." Join us in Acts 2 as we look at the effects of Jesus' resurrection and why it matters to us today.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

April 13, 2025 | Bill Street preaches from 1 Samuel 8 on "Choosing the King You Want or the King You Need." When Israel told the prophet Samuel that they wanted a king like all of the other nations surrounding them, they were rejecting God (the King they needed) and exchanging Him for a human king. Which king are you following in your own life: the King you need or the king you want?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

April 6, 2025 | Derek Ewalt preaches out of 1 Samuel 1–2:11 on how to have a heart that belongs to the Lord. Looking at the story of Hannah and her devotion to God, we see what it takes to live a life of faith and gratitude.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

March 30, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines speaks on Judges 6 where "God Uses Unlikely People." Have you ever wondered if God can use you? We don't have to be perfect to be of service to God. It's more important that we are obedient. Through the story of Gideon we see how God can raise up leaders and answer the needs of His people by any means necessary.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

March 23, 2025 | Dr. Ronnie Floyd brings an empowering message of God's faithfulness with the sermon "God Always Delivers" out of Joshua 21. You don't have to worry about God living up to His promises. He will always deliver on His word. Have faith in who He is and what His plans are for your life.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

March 16, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines studies "The Power of Choices" in this sermon from Deuteronomy 30:19–20. God's people are soon to enter the Promised Land, and the Lord has an important choice for them to make. Will they choose to follow God and be blessed? Or will they allow themselves to be drawn away from Him to other gods and worldliness? We face a similar choice today. 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

March 9, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines preaches from Numbers 32 as he speaks on how to have "Victory Over Sin." When we understand that man is inherently sinful and that our situation is serious, we know that we need the perfect solution for our sin, which is Jesus Christ.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

March 2, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines preaches from Numbers 13 in a message titled "Don't Say 'No' When God Says 'Go.'" When the Lord told the Israelites to take the land He had given them, 10 of the 12 spies who surveyed the land gave a negative report. This led to decades of wandering through the wilderness. When God asks us to do something or go somewhere, it's vital that we obey His command.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

February 23, 2025 | Vance Pitman launches Bellevue's Missions Week with an important message on "The Kingdom and the Church" out of Philippians 4:15–20. What is the church built for? What is the life cycle of a church? In this sermon, we hear the need for churches to be praying about and giving toward missions, as well as sending out missionaries and church planters from within their congregations. We should not focus only on the seating capacity of our building, but on our sending ability to reach the world for the Gospel of Christ.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

Why don't our churches today look like the church in the book of Acts? And could they? They can if we invite God to our church. Simply put, when God comes to church, revival results! Today on the 4:13, Pastor Steve Gaines analyzes how churches can look just like the church of the first century. You'll find out that we don't need another program, another personality, or a great marketing plan to set our churches on fire. We need God's presence! He'll explain what a revival is, some misconceptions of a revival, and how you as an individual can help usher in a revival in your church. And, believe it or not, it's something you can start today! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/339  Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

February 16, 2025 | Dr. Grant Gaines joins us for a special word out of Leviticus 16 on "The Gift of Atonement." Reading through God's commands for a blood sacrifice for the Israelites' sins, we see the need for atonement, how we can be made right with God, and the positive effects of having our sins cleansed.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

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Steve Gaines, a well-known pastor within the Southern Baptist Convention with decades of pastoral ministry experience.  Jon and Tanner caught him for a conversation while he spoke at the Evangelism Conference in Brandon, Mississippi. Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsFebruary 8: Disaster Relief Training - WigginsFebruary 11: Germany Connection Meeting - Gulf CoastFebruary 12: Germany Connection Meeting - PearlFebruary 13: Germany Connection Meeting - PontotocFebruary 20: Next Gen Summit - BrandonFebruary 22: Disaster Relief Training - MeridianFebruary 25-27: Vision Journey - Los AngelesFebruary 27: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - ForestFebruary 27: Mississippi Worship and Media Conference - BrookhavenMarch 2: Week of Prayer - Annie Armstrong Easter Offering / NAMBMarch 3: Senior Adult Leadership Training - GaraywaMarch 8: Disaster Relief Training - Pearl March 16: 3:16 on 3/16March 17: Ministry Assistants Conference and Training - GaraywaMarch 20: CP 100 Dinner - OxfordMarch 20: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - New AlbanyMarch 21: KidMin Tool Bin - GaraywaMarch 22: Disaster Relief Training - EcruMarch 24: Multiplication Process Co-Lab - MadisonMarch 31-April 10: State Bible Drill - Various LocationsApril 3: CP 100 Dinner - BiloxiApril 4: CP 100 Dinner - MadisonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

February 9, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines continues our Chronological Bible series with a message out of Exodus 12 on "When God Sees the Blood." Looking at the instructions given to the Jews regarding Passover, we see the importance of Jesus' blood and what it means for our worth before 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

February 2, 2025 | Pastor Steve Gaines preaches through Exodus 3–4 as he walks through the inexcusable excuses to not serve God. When the Lord asks us to do something outside of our comfort zone, we often begin listing excuses for why we cannot obey Him. Through this message we'll see why those excuses fall short.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

January 26, 2025 | Join us in the book of Job as we study "God's School of Suffering" with Pastor Steve Gaines. One of the best places in the Bible to learn about enduring trials, Job's story is full of terrible losses, enduring grief, and a path to redemption. When God allows for us to go through difficult times, we are made stronger and draw closer to Him.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

Lynyrd Skynyrd was a success with their debut album, and continued to build a fan base when they opened for The Who on their Quadrophenia tour.  Many of the songs on their debut album were staples of their concerts in Jacksonville, Florida, where they had built their style over the years since the 60's.  Therefore it was not a sure thing that they would be able to sustain their success over time.  Those concerns were put to rest when they released their second album.Second Helping, a southern colloquialism for getting more of the same thing at the dinner table, cemented Lynyrd Skynyrd as the flag bearer for the Southern Rock genre.  At a time when a number of British artists - most notably the Rolling Stones - were digging into the rock and blues music of the American South, Lynyrd Skynyrd was the real thing.  They rode the power of their triple guitar set and the wit of Ronnie Van Zandt's lyrics to a commercial success, with the album going to number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart and certified as gold by September 1974.  While contemporary critics were more lukewarm, those reviews have been revised way upward over time.  Second Helping also contains the biggest hit of the group as well, the Southern anthem "Sweet Home Alabama."Lynyrd Skynyrd would go on to produce many more hit songs and records in the southern rock genre before tragedy took front man Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines in October 1977.  But Second Helping is the album that solidified their standing as an internationally successful band.Wayne takes us through this album for this week's podcast, and Brian Dickhute joins us in Bruce's absence. The Needle and the SpoonThis song would not be the only anti-drug track in the Skynyrd discography.  The lyrics describe a man coming out of rehab, and makes use of a wah wah pedal effect that was not common to most of Skynyrd's music, but fit with the heroin subject of the song.  Swamp MusicAlthough not released as a single, this song got plenty of air play on FM radio, as did most of the tracks on this album.  This fast -paced track describes life in the Florida swamps.  The members of Lynyrd Skynyrd were well acquainted with outdoor life, fishing for catfish, hunting, and other "redneck" activities.Sweet Home AlabamaEveryone knows this anthem of Southern rock.  This song was written in response to Neil Young's "Southern Man," in which the band felt like the entire Southern United States was blamed for slavery.  Between the hook of the leading riff and the catchy lyrics, this song has become a staple of classic rock. This is Skynyrd's only top 10 hit, as it went to number 8 on the US charts.  Interestingly, none of the band members are from Alabama.Don't Ask Me No QuestionsGary Rossington and Ronnie Van Zandt wrote this song during a fishing trip.  Many think this is about a relationship, but it was a message to the record managers who were apathetic towards the band during the early days, but who turned demanding after they were a success.   ENTERTAINMENT TRACK: Main theme from the television series, "Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C."In this sitcom spin-off from "The Andy Griffith Show," Jim Nabors plays the lovable but naive Gomer Pyle, now enlisted into the Marine Corp.  Frank Sutton, who played Sergent Carter in this series, passed away in June 1974. STAFF PICKS:Help Me by Joni MitchellRob starts the staff picks with a single from Mitchell's sixth studio album, "Court and Spark."  This track is Mitchell's biggest single, and her only song to crack the top 10 in the US, going to  number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100.  The lyrics describe a singer who knows she is falling for the wrong man, but is either powerless to stop it or doesn't want to call things off.Dancing Machine by the Jackson 5Brian brings us a song that hit number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 after a multi-year dry spell.  The Jackson 5 appeared on "Soul Train" performing this song, and Michael Jackson introduced the world to "the robot" dance routine.  The Jackson 5 had a Saturday morning cartoon which kept the group in the public conscious.Waterloo by ABBALynch features the song that made ABBA a household name when the Swedish group won the 1974 Eurovision Song contest singing this tune.  The lyrics compare falling in love to Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo.  The name "ABBA" comes from the first letter of each of the singers' names.Tell Me Something Good by RufusWayne presents a funky song from a group featuring Chaka Kahn as lead vocalist.  Rufus is a one-hit wonder, with this song peaking at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Stevie Wonder wrote this song about a woman looking for a deeper relationship, not just a one night stand.  It was the first hit song that utilized the vocoder.  INSTRUMENTAL TRACK:Dance with the Devil by Cozy PowellWe close out with a drum instrumental based on Jimi Hendrix' "Third Stone from the Sun."  Thanks for listening to “What the Riff?!?” NOTE: To adjust the loudness of the music or voices, you may adjust the balance on your device. 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January 19, 2025 | Is prosperity a bad thing? Is success biblical? Bill Street, Bellevue's Pastor of Discipleship, Prayer, and Evangelism, looks at these questions in light of Joseph's success found in Genesis 39:1–3. How does God bless us and what are we supposed to do with those blessings? Choose today how you are going to follow the Lord and take hold of His promises.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

Send us a textThe idea that men need respect while women need love has been treated as gospel truth in the evangelical world. Best-sellers have been written based on it; it informs almost every marriage sermon. What if it's not true? Using data from our marriage survey of 7000 people, we show how reality is very different—and what this means for how we should talk about marriage! TO SUPPORT USJoin our Patreon for as little as $5 a month to support our workFor tax deductible donations in the U.S., support Good Fruit Faith Initiative through the Bosko FoundationAnd check out our Merch, or any of our courses!Join our email list!LINKSPre-order The Marriage You Want! https://amzn.to/3YQfqMySend your pre-order receipts to preorder@marriageyouwantbook.com to get our pre-order bonus and an invite to the launch team!THINGS MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTTake our marriage survey yourself as a date night!Our synopsis of everything wrong with Love & Respect (with other posts and podcasts linked in the bottom)Our open letter to Focus on the FamilyJonathan Pokluda clipFemale Influencer clip #1Female influencer clip #2Josh and Jana HowertonJosh Howerton “Give him a crown”Steve Gaines' sermon on respectJoin Sheila at Bare Marriage.com!And her FACEBOOK PAGE has been HACKED--so please join the new official one!Check out her books: The Great Sex Rescue She Deserves Better The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex and The Good Guy's Guide to Great Sex And she has an Orgasm Course and a Libido course too!Check out all her courses, FREE resources, books, and so much more at Sheila's LinkTree.

January 12, 2024 | When God tests your faith, what purpose could there be in your suffering? Pastor Steve Gaines explores the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22:1–14 where God asks Abraham to sacrifice his son on an altar. Whatever test or trial you face today, the endurance of your faith is vital to receiving all that God promises you during tough circumstances.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

January 5, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches on "The Truth About Mankind" out of Genesis 6:1–8. The reality about humans is that we are sinful by birth and God punishes sin. Only through divine intervention can we be made right and hope to become righteous. How does knowing about our sinful nature lead us closer to God's redemption?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

December 29, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches out of Matthew 6:20–34 on the subject of "Keeping God First Place" in our lives. How can we seek first His kingdom while letting go of the distractions and temptations that can weigh us down?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

December 22, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches on the Christmas story and the gospel connections found in Isaiah during this holiday sermon. Looking at Isaiah 7:14, 9:6-7, and 53, we learn about the coming birth of the Messiah and what it means for our world.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

December 15, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches from Luke 2:8–20 on the reason for Christmas in this timely sermon. The shepherds were amazed when the angels announced the birth of the Savior, but they also listened and took action based on what God had revealed to them. We face a similar decision today. How will you respond to the Christmas season? 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

December 8, 2024 | Derek Ewalt speaks on "Lessons from the Shepherds" we can learn in Luke 2:8–20. When the angel of the Lord announced the birth of Christ to the shepherds, they took notice and immediately acted upon the word from the Lord. How can we choose to prioritize God's commands in our lives and obey when He asks us to do something?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

December 1, 2024 | Josiah Gwyn, Bellevue's Pastor to Young Couples and Home Groups, preaches on how to discover joy in trials out of James 1:1–4. You can either be tormented by your circumstances or you can recognize them as opportunities to grow closer to the Lord and become more like Christ. No matter what, you're going to face trials, so it's important to find the right perspective and pay attention to what God may be telling you.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

November 24, 2024 | Noah Sidhom, Bellevue's Creative Arts Pastor, shares an important message out of Acts 1:4–9 on "Holy Spirit Power." When Jesus ascended into heaven, He promised His disciples a Helper would come and gift them with incredible power. Christians today have access to this same power and should feel encouraged to use it wherever God calls us to be.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

November 17, 2024 | Steve Gaines discusses how to live wisely in an unwise world, focusing on the importance of living a Spirit-filled, purposeful, and thankful life. Drawing from Ephesians 5:15-20, he emphasizes walking in God's wisdom, being anointed by the Holy Spirit, and cultivating gratitude in all circumstances.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

November 10, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines preaches out of Joshua 5:13–15 in an encouraging sermon titled "Who is on the Lord's Side?" One day when Joshua was facing an incredible test as the leader of the Israelites, an angel appeared before him. This encounter teaches us about who God is and how we should react to His presence. Through reverence and obedience, and in trusting the Lord, we can answer the call God has given us.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

November 3, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines encourages us to be living an all-in life during this message out of Philippians 3:12–14. Are you really living out the life God has called you to be living? How can we know we are following God's plan? In this sermon, we'll learn how we can reflect on where we are and make necessary adjustments to get back on the righteous path.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

October 27, 2024 | Daniel Harris, Bellevue's college pastor, shares an important message on the need for personal evangelism titled "Always on Mission." Reading from the story of Philip sharing the Gospel with the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26–40, Daniel reminds us that God has called each of us into evangelism opportunities and He will strengthen and equip us to meet the moment.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

October 20, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches from 1 Peter 4:7–11 in an encouraging sermon on what Christians are called to do with the knowledge that the end of the world is coming soon. Peter gives us four powerful action steps we need to take as we wait for the return of Jesus Christ.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

October 13, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines teaches out of Philippians 2:5–11 on the eternal glory of Jesus in a message titled "Jesus Christ is Lord!" Before the virgin birth, Jesus was Lord. Even while He was on the cross, Jesus was Lord. He was there at the creation of the earth and one day He will return to the earth as king. Enjoy this special message and rest in the sovereignty of our Lord.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

September 29, 2024 | Preaching from Isaiah 41:10, Pastor Steve Gaines reminds us that "God Holds You in His Hand." We live in a world that is constantly trying to sell us on fear and anxiety, but we don't have to live in chaos. Take hold of the promises of God and trust Him to see you through the stage of life in which you find yourself.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

Folks in the deep south are dealing with the flooding and heavy winds from Hurricane Helene as Southern Baptist disaster relief workers find ways to bring hope and help. The IMB announces a historic total for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering and celebrates 57 new missionaries in a sending celebration in Lottie's hometown of Charlottesville, Virginia. And, Steve Gaines announces a ministry transition plan.

September 22, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines speaks out of Luke 15:1–7 as he talks about the dynamic between the Shepherd and His sheep. What do we know about sheep? Why does the Bible compare people to sheep? In this lesson we will learn more about this relationship and why the Bible uses this analogy to help us better understand our own sinful nature and the love of 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

September 15, 2024 | Pastor Steve Gaines shares how we can pray for America through ten areas of importance. Preaching through Jeremiah 29:4–7, he reminds us that God instructed the Israelites to pray for the foreign land in which they dwelled. Whether we are worried about elections, policies, crime, schools, or the economy, we can take those concerns to the Lord in prayer.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

For what would have been the birthdays of guitarists Ed King and Steve Gaines on Saturday (they both would have been 75!), a Lynyrd Skynyrd Cover Story! (55 minutes)

Prepare to reignite the spark of your faith as we welcome Pastor Steve Gaines, the esteemed author of "Revival: When God Comes to Church." Do you wonder why some churches seem to lack the vibrant Spirit-filled atmosphere depicted in the Book of Acts? Pastor Gaines takes us on a historical journey through America's revival movements and shares how today's churches can experience a similar transformation by earnestly seeking the Holy Spirit. From debunking common misconceptions about Revelation 3:20 to emphasizing the necessity of inviting Jesus back into our midst, this conversation provides foundational insights for anyone yearning for a revitalized church community.Uncover the often-overlooked power of prayer as we revisit the story of Pentecost, where extended, heartfelt prayers ignited powerful preaching and mass salvation.  Through this episode, you'll understand how a renewed focus on prayer and God's presence can cultivate communities brimming with His love, joy, and peace.Explore the life-changing principles of the early church, from being a praying and witnessing body to embracing the miraculous and being Spirit-led. Pastor Gaines shares personal anecdotes and historical reflections that illustrate the transformative power of faith, prayer, and community. Learn why small group prayers, worship, and baptism are vital for spiritual renewal and how they contribute to building a unified, Spirit-filled church. Dr. Steve Gaines Favorites & Recommended Resources:Book- Revival: When God Comes to ChurchWebsite - bellevue.orgYouTube Channel - @BellevueMemphisGo-To Bible - The NASBGo-To Bible - Chronological Study BibleFavorite App/Website - LogosSend us a Text Message.Ask Ralph - Christian FinancePractical Advice based in Christian Faith. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. There you'll find: Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journals Coffee and Bible Time Courses Coffee and Bible Time Shop Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at podcast@coffeeandbibletime.comThanks for listening to Coffee and Bible Time, where our goal is to help people delight in God's Word and thrive in Christian living!