George Shears III

George Shears III

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Sermons. Musings on ministry. Thoughts on leadership and preaching.

Jun 23

The Best Is Yet to Come

The Best Is Yet to Come | Let's Build a Church, Part 3 A people came home from exile to rebuild the house of God — and a month into the work, the older ones stood on the job site and wept. They remembered Solomon's Temple. They looked at the rough stone in front of them. And the memory of the former glory began to poison their joy in the present. Into that discouragement, God spoke a third word through the prophet Haggai: the best is yet to come. In part three of Let's Build a Church, Pastor Shears preaches Haggai 2:1–9 and traces three words for anyone building something that looks smaller than they hoped — be engaged, be encouraged, be excited. God meets engaged people in the middle of the work, while the scaffolding is still standing. He hands a trembling people a working courage that runs from the heart, down the arm, into the hand. And He makes a promise that settles every weeping saint: the latter glory will be greater than the former. Why greater? When Solomon finished the first house, the glory of God filled it like a cloud. When the second house was finished, the glory of God put on flesh and walked through the door. Those tired hands were stacking the very stones where Jesus would one day stand and teach. Once more is still coming. God is still shaking, still filling, still building.

33 min
Jun 15

Four Words That Changed the World

Four Words That Changed the World | Let's Build a Church in Haggai, Part 2 God didn't send a blueprint. God didn't send a budget. God didn't send a building committee. God sent four words — and those four words were enough to move a discouraged remnant from paralysis to purpose. In part two of Let's Build a Church in Haggai, Pastor Shears preaches from Haggai 1:12–15 and draws out a truth that is as urgent today as it was in the sixth century before Christ: the presence of God is not a reward for obedience — it is the power behind it. Before the work began, God spoke. Before the first stone moved, God stirred. And what God declared over that remnant, God is still declaring over every willing hand and every stirred spirit today. "I am with you" — four words that have never stopped changing the world.

33 min
Jun 8

Consider Your Ways

Consider Your Ways Let's Build a Church | Part 1 of 4 The book of Haggai opens with a people who survived exile, came home, and then spent sixteen years building their own lives around what God had called them to finish. The altar had been restored. The foundation had been laid. But the house of God sat in ruins while personal comfort became urgent and divine assignment became optional. Into that moment, God sent a prophet with four words that cut to the center: Consider your ways. In this message, Pastor Shears opens the Let's Build a Church series by walking through Haggai 1:1–11 — examining the focused address God sent to leaders by name, the forced awareness He created between what the people said and what they did, the frustrated ambitions that revealed a theological crisis hidden inside an economic one, and the forward action God commanded when the confrontation was complete. The Hebrew behind "consider your ways" does not mean think about it. It means set your heart. That is not an invitation. That is a decision. And it is the same decision God is calling His people to make today. Location: New Hope Baptist Church | North Little Rock & Conway, Arkansas

35 min
05/20/2024

Happy Birthday to the Church

In this enlightening episode, we delve into Acts 2, a pivotal chapter that marks the joyous celebration of the Church's birthday (Pentecost). This text is not merely a historical account; it's a treasure trove of timeless gifts that continue to shape our faith and community today. As we unwrap this passage, we'll discover three profound gifts bestowed upon us during the birth of the Church. Firstly, we explore the gift of the Holy Spirit (v4), a transformative power that dispels ignorance and misconceptions about God's kingdom, even turning moments of confusion—such as the apparent inebriation of the disciples (v13)—into powerful testimonies of faith. Our journey doesn't end there. We'll delve into the characteristics of a Hallowed Speaker (preacher) (v14), examining how Peter's response to the Pentecost event models relevance, responsiveness, humility, and preparation. Peter's passionate delivery underscores the beauty of God's use of imperfect vessels to convey His perfect message. Finally, we celebrate the Heavenbound Saints (v37&41), those early adopters of the faith who showed us the way through their devotion to doctrine, communal living, and acts of kindness and generosity (v45). Their example sets a blueprint for Christian living that goes beyond mere belief to embody the gospel in daily actions. Join us as we reflect on these gifts and consider how they continue to shape our lives and our communities, reminding us that the Church's birthday is not just a historical event but a living, breathing legacy that we are all a part of. Whether you've been a believer for years or are simply curious about the Christian faith, this episode offers fresh insights into the significance of the Church's beginning and its ongoing impact on the world.

40 min
04/15/2024

Let God Use You.

This sermon in Acts 9 explores the transformative power of divine intervention through the story of Saul’s conversion to Paul in early Christianity. It emphasizes the importance of being available for God’s use, overcoming anxiety about divine assignments, and maintaining a positive attitude. The narrative highlights the role of individuals like Ananias in fulfilling divine missions and the significance of acceptance and unity in faith. Through examples from the Bible, the lecture illustrates how God can use flawed individuals for His purposes and the impact of faith and obedience in fulfilling divine assignments.

33 min
04/08/2024

Let's Fix It.

In this podcast, we're diving into a sermon centered around the theme of reconciliation, drawing upon the narrative found in Genesis 3. This story, deeply rooted in the beginning of creation, sets a profound stage for understanding the complexities and the path toward reconciling relationships. Through this exploration, we aim to uncover insights and lessons that can be applied to our modern lives, encouraging listeners to reflect on the importance of mending broken bonds in a world that deeply needs unity and peace.

31 min
01/09/2023

Here I am.

Isaiah 6:1-8 with emphasis on verse 8. Nothing should go undone in our presence when we know God wants it done. Isaiah overheard God voice a need and eagerly volunteered to serve. He said, "Here I am! Send me." What does God need to be done that you would be good at accomplishing?

25 min
11/21/2022

See What I'm Saying?

Mark 8:22-26 tells a story about a blind man with friends that care. At times in life, we are blind to what God is doing in our lives and the world, but our encounters with Jesus should help us see better. Also, the disciples were spiritually blind and needed an object lesson to help their blindness.

35 min

Sermons. Musings on ministry. Thoughts on leadership and preaching.

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George Shears III
Years Active

2022 - 2026
Episodes

18
Rating

Clean
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