Founders Baptist Church

Richard Caldwell Jr.
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  1. Jun 5

    Church Leaders: How to Respect Pastors Without Idolatry

    Are we inadvertently worshiping church leaders instead of Christ? In this episode, Dr. Richard Caldwell addresses the subtle danger of idolizing pastors and explains how true Christian living requires a biblical balance. By examining scriptural examples from Acts 14 and 1 Corinthians, we learn that elevating leaders often stems from a desire to exalt ourselves. A healthy church recognizes that pastors are simply laborers saved by grace, and believers must esteem them highly in love for their work without elevating them to a place that belongs to the Lord alone.

    14 min

  2. May 31

    Believing What You Can’t See

    In "Believing What You Can't See", Pastor Richard Caldwell explains trusting God when you can't see His plan. Discover the hope of Psalm 37. When evildoers prosper and the wicked seem to succeed, believers often struggle to understand God's timing. Psalm 37 reminds us that God sees, knows, and cares for His people. He will act according to His perfect wisdom and timing. Through expository preaching on Psalm 37, we learn to live in the realm of promise rather than reacting with evil. God's people are called to speak the truth and saturate their hearts with the word of God. The Lord will never betray His children into the hands of the wicked. Even when earthly justice fails, the court of heaven always overrules. Believers can rest securely in the protection of a sovereign God. Maintaining your hope in the Lord ensures you will witness His ultimate faithfulness. Key Biblical Takeaways: Do not repay evil for evil; instead, live securely in the realm of God's promises. Let your heart be saturated with God's word so your steps do not slide. Rest in God's protection knowing the Lord will never condemn you alongside the wicked. Maintain your hope in God because He always has the final word of justice.

    46 min

  3. May 31

    Creyendo lo que no puedes ver

    Founders Baptist Church

    45 min

  4. May 31

    El fruto del espiritu

    Founders Baptist Church

    1h 3m

  5. May 31

    The Fruit of The Spirit

    In "The Fruit of The Spirit", discover how to walk by the Spirit and see the true evidence of salvation in your daily life. True freedom in Christ is the desire and ability to live in a way that pleases God. In this expository sermon on Galatians 5, Pastor Richard Caldwell explains that believers are called to actively reject the deeds of the flesh. We do this by relying entirely on the power of the Holy Spirit to transform our character. The virtues listed in this passage are not produced by sheer self discipline but are the supernatural product of God working in a redeemed sinner. By examining our lives for these godly qualities, we find tangible evidence of true salvation. This message preached at Founders Baptist Church reminds us that lost people cannot bear this fruit because they lack the Spirit of Christ. Bearing this spiritual fruit requires us to apply the gospel directly to our daily struggles by taking our flesh to the cross. We must deliberately put to death our sinful passions and walk in submission to biblical truth. Ultimately, a life governed by the Spirit honors the Savior and fulfills the law of God. Key Biblical Takeaways The fruit produced in a believer is the direct result of the Holy Spirit's presence and power, not human effort or natural self discipline. Every spiritual virtue, from love to self control, is qualitatively different from natural human behavior and serves as a genuine mark of salvation. Believers must actively apply the finished work of Christ to their present sin by deliberately putting the flesh and its sinful desires to death. Walking by the Spirit is a practical, daily reality that transforms how we respond to trials, int

    1h 4m

  6. May 29

    Biblical Leadership: What Makes a Good Leader?

    In a world that prizes domineering ambition, the Bible presents a standard of leadership that requires profound lowliness of mind. True godly direction is modeled by Jesus Christ, who taught that the greatest among us must be the servant of all. Whether guiding a family, operating in the workplace, or serving in pastoral ministry, a spiritual leader must possess deep conviction, humility, and the courage to do what is right before God. By rejecting pride and selfishness, believers can embrace a biblical worldview that promotes true spiritual growth and points others back to the glory of God.

    20 min

  7. May 24

    Exhortados a vivir como viviremos Parte 1

    Founders Baptist Church

    54 min

  8. May 24

    Exhorted to Live Like You Will Live- Part 1

    Watch "Exhorted to Live Like You Will Live"- Part 1 to understand the works of the flesh in Galatians 5 and the marks of true salvation. Pastor Richard Caldwell examines the stark contrast between walking in the Spirit and serving sin. Believers are called to a life of true freedom that intentionally pursues Christlikeness rather than self indulgence. When a person claims to serve God while actively practicing sin, they are walking in self deception. The Apostle Paul makes it undeniably clear that the sinful deeds of the flesh are obvious and cannot be hidden. Whether producing sexual immorality, religious idolatry, relational chaos, or reckless pleasure, these actions demonstrate a heart devoid of the Holy Spirit. An expository look at this text reminds us that true Christians will ultimately bear spiritual fruit. Those who habitually practice the sins of the flesh will not inherit the kingdom of God. This sobering truth is not about losing salvation but proves that genuine regeneration never took place. We must stop being confused by what God has made clear and examine our own lives against the unchanging standard of Scripture. Key Biblical Takeaways True Christian freedom is not permission to serve the flesh but the God given ability to live in a way that pleases the Lord. The sinful works of the flesh are plain to recognize and manifest in sexual, religious, relational, and behavioral perversions. A life continuously characterized by unrepentant sin proves the absence of the indwelling Holy Spirit. Believers must reject spiritual arrogance and honestly evaluate their motives, attitudes, and actions through the lens of God's Word.

    56 min
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The newest sermons from Founders Baptist Church on SermonAudio.

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  • Creator
    Richard Caldwell Jr.
  • Years Active
    2007 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Founders Baptist Church
  • Show Website
    Founders Baptist Church

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