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Weekly services from New Providence Primitive Baptist Church in Maryville, TN. For more information about NPPBC, go to our site at: www.nppbc.com.

  1. 1D AGO

    Hiding in Christ

    In this moving and faith-filled message, Pastor Tommy Boring draws from Colossians 3:3 to reveal the powerful truth of what it means to be “hid with Christ in God.” Though the verse may seem contradictory, it speaks of a spiritual reality. The old man is dead, and through salvation, we are made alive in Christ. Our true life is now hidden, protected, and secured in Him. Pastor Tommy emphasizes that being hidden in Christ is not something earned. It is a gift. When a person is saved, they are brought into the family of God and placed in a position the enemy cannot touch apart from God’s will. In that place, there is strength, peace, and protection that goes beyond anything this world can offer. Using the powerful example of Moses, the message illustrates what it means to be hidden by God. As a child, Moses was hidden by his parents to protect him from destruction. Later, God continued to hide him, first in Pharaoh’s house, then in the wilderness, preparing him for a greater purpose. This becomes a picture of what believers are called to do for others, especially their children. A central theme of the sermon is the responsibility to “hide” others in Christ through prayer. While we cannot control the choices of those we love or shield them from every hardship, we can take them to God daily. Parents, grandparents, and the church are called to stand in the gap, praying for protection, salvation, and guidance. Just as Moses was placed in a basket and committed to God’s care, we are to entrust those we love into His hands. Pastor Tommy reminds us that physical protection has limits, but spiritual covering through prayer is powerful and effective. Even when children grow older or drift away, the call remains the same. Do not stop praying. Do not stop believing. Keep placing them before God, trusting Him to work in ways we cannot see. The message also highlights the role of the church in this calling. There are many, both young and old, who cannot “hide themselves” spiritually. They are vulnerable, lost, or searching. The church has the privilege and responsibility to lift them up in prayer, love them, and point them to Christ until they come to know Him personally. Pastor Tommy shares heartfelt testimony of seeing lives begin to change because someone faithfully prayed. Children who had never been in church are now hearing the Word of God and experiencing His presence. This is the result of persistent, believing prayer. What we cannot do, God can. At its core, this sermon is about dependence on God and the assurance of His protection. Those who are in Christ are truly secure. When God looks at His children, He sees them through His Son. That is the safest place to be. This message is both a comfort and a challenge. Be thankful if someone has prayed for you and helped “hide” you in Christ. Then take up that same responsibility for others. Keep praying. Keep trusting. Keep hiding them in Him until the day they come to know the Father for themselves.

    43 min

  2. APR 19

    I Can’t, You Can’t, But He Can: Grace Over the Law

    Genesis 49:10-12 The passage discusses Jacob/Israel gathering his twelve sons to give them blessings. The scepter shall not depart from Judah, meaning the kingship will never leave Judah. This is a picture of the birth of the kingdom to come. “Until Shiloh come” refers to the Messiah, Jesus Christ. “And unto him shall the gathering of the people be” Exodus 12 Over 430 years of coming out of Egypt, with 400 years under hard bondage. The people cried out to the Lord, and He heard their cry. After coming out of Egypt, they complained to Moses that they were led out to die. Moses went up on the mountain to receive the Ten Commandments, written on tablets of stone by God’s own hand. The commandments include “Thou shalt not kill” and “Thou shalt not steal.” Also, “Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy” and “Honor your father and your mother.” The people could not bear the weight of the commandments. Brother Cody emphasizes that “I can’t” and “you can’t,” but “He can.” Brother Cody expresses gratitude for God’s faithfulness and love. Paul’s Credentials Paul gave his credentials, including being circumcised on the eighth day and being of the stock of Benjamin. Paul counted all of his credentials as loss for the excellency of the Lord Jesus Christ, considering them as belonging in the “dump pile.” Suffering and Persecution All who live godly shall suffer persecution. If you live for God, a fight is coming, and the world will hate you. The House of God Men have turned the house of God into a den of thieves. They walk around as representatives of God in long robes, seeking the admonition of men and standing on street corners to show off their religiosity. Brother Cody notes that this tendency is in everyone. Deceiving Oneself If any man thinks himself to be something when he is nothing, he has already deceived himself. Brother Cody admits to deceiving himself in the past but notes that God was faithful and walked far out of the maze. The Valley vs. The Mountain An old preacher said he’d rather spend his time in the valley. Brother Cody initially preferred being on the mountain with the Lord. Growing occurs in the valley, through repeated experiences. Something must die before something can come up. 400 Years of Silence There was about 400 years of silence before John the Baptist began to preach in the wilderness. John preached repentance, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. When Jesus stepped into the river Jordan and was baptized, God opened the heavens, and the Holy Ghost came down. Brother Cody believes the law was fulfilled at this moment, not at Calvary. The law was the schoolmaster that brought us to Christ. The law teaches that you are a sinner and that the rights of God are on your hands, which you cannot carry. Temptation in the Wilderness Jesus went into the wilderness and was tempted for 40 days. Afterward, He began to preach, pointing to God and performing miracles to show that the power of God had not diminished. Law of the Willer vs. Law of the Giver In the fulfillment of God’s law, people are on the mountain with God. Brother Cody encourages listeners not to be concerned with what the world is doing, as the Bible says it will happen. Brother Cody battles with his flesh and relies on Psalm 73 until he understands. Blessed Are They Blessed are they that hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. When sin was revived, Paul died, revealing that he was dead in his trespasses and sins. He was alienated and an enemy of God, with the wrath of God abiding on his head. Only Jesus Christ could get him out of that state. Damascus Road Paul was persecuting the church, thinking he was doing God’s will. God met him on the road to Damascus and said, “Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?” It is hard to kick against the pricks, a reference to the person of the law. Thorns When transgression took place and they were cast out of the garden, thorns came up out of the ground, and they were under a curse. If a man strives for mastery, he does not prevail unless he does it lawfully. Enoch and Noah Enoch walked with God and was not, for God took him. Noah found grace in the eyes of God and also walked with God. To walk with God, it must be done the correct way. Grace Grace came to where Brother Cody was, revealing by the law of God that he had trespassed against the Lord and broken His commands. Brother Cody emphasizes that he doesn’t want to go to heaven if just anything and everything is let in. It is by grace through faith, but not Brother Cody’s faith, but what He has given in measure. It increases every time Brother Cody denies himself, takes up his cross, and bothers after Him. Faith increases when one sees that He is faithful. Victory Ground Brother Cody stands on the victory ground, nose to nose with the devil, and sees pieces of art, every one of them is Jesus Christ. Armor of God Brother Cody references the armor of God, including the helmet of salvation and the breastplate of righteousness. David said, “Restore unto me the joy of my salvation.” Brother Cody’s righteousness is filthy rags; it is not his work of righteousness but the precious blood of the Lamb. Feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace, in hope of eternal life, which God cannot lie about. God brought peace between Brother Cody and his maker, reconciliation. Brother Cody urges true believers to be reconciled unto God. Invitation Brother Cody says that if he is lifted up, he will draw all men unto himself. He is still drawing and saving today, calling men to preach and serve Him. Delight in the Law David said, “I delight in thy law.” The law is precious, and Brother Cody is no longer under a curse because he spent a fee and that was written in his heart. He has been made free by the perfect law of liberty, by the law of faith. His performance in keeping the law is not what is getting him there, but God is ahead of him to keep it. Advocate If any man sins, he has an advocate with the Father. Brother Cody believes in preaching the truth, not tickling ears. It is not because of grandma and grandpa or what church you go to that you get into heaven. It is God’s doing, God’s drawing. Lord, Lord On that day, many will come saying, “Lord, Lord.” They will plead, “Did we not pray? Did we not go to church? Did we not hand out pamphlets?” But that will not be enough. You must be born again and get His Spirit. He puts His Spirit in you and helps you to walk godly. Shiloh The Savior of Judah shall not depart, nor the lawgiver from between His feet, until Shiloh comes. Riding into the City When Jesus came into the city, He was riding on an ass and a colt. Brother Cody notes that the colt is shorter than the ass, meaning the choice part of the true vine is under His feet. You can come under His feet and acknowledge that He is Lord today. Salvation A salvation act is getting to walk with Him, talk with Him, and know Him. Every day, Brother Cody gets to see Him come where he is and see how faithful He is to pick him up. Brother Cody will cast every crown at His feet, acknowledging that He has done it all. God’s Perspective God is not a man that He should lie; He does not see as man sees; He looks at the heart. Everything God has been ministering to Brother Cody has been said on the phone while driving and in prayer. God is not concerned about your performance but will perform it through you. When you get born again, you will know Him. The King of Sinners On this side, Brother Cody has to face a dirty, rocked, low-down, no-good sinner that loves sin, the king of sinners. Yet, He wore my crown. Brother Cody should have been the one crucified, beaten, mocked, and crucified. He was beaten so badly that His visage was marred more than any man’s, unrecognizable. The only one who never knew sin, without spot or blemish, prayed for Brother Cody and you on that cross. Thieves on the Cross Both thieves railed at Him, but one had a changed heart. God ponders the heart of man. Brother Cody can fool others, but he cannot hide from God. There is no profit in being fake. Knowing Him To know Him is for Him to reveal what you really are. You do not know yourself like you think you do. The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked. That is why He puts His Spirit in your heart. You must be honest with yourself; it is just you and Him. He sent His Son to die for a bunch that did not deserve it. He who knew no sin was made to be sin. Death could not hold Him; now He has eternal life. Walking Miracle Brother Cody is a walking miracle. Do not neglect so great salvation. God has been good to Brother Cody. He needs God because he knows what he is capable of. He has drunk in the ditches his whole life. If you can just reach a finger out there and grab a hold, you will find that He never will leave you nor forsake you. Perception is not right; God is doing exactly what it takes for you to get where you need to be. Job When God said Job was perfect, He was talking to the dead. God was thinking about His own mother. We are going to be made like Him; we are going to be changed. David said, “I will behold his face in righteousness; I shall be satisfied when I awake in his likeness.” Abundance of God His teeth are white with milk so we can get in on the abundance of God. There are valleys on the mountain that become a place where Brother Cody knows he is fixing to draw near to God. He is fixing to learn more about who He is and find out that He is faithful and loves him to the uttermost. When he fell, he has been justified. A just man falls seven times and gets back up. Elijah When Elijah sent his servant to see if there was rain, the servant came back and said there was nothing. Elijah said, “Go again.” When you think that there is nothing, just go again. There will be a little cloud po

    49 min

  3. APR 15

    The Need for Divine Mercy

    Psalms 51 Elder Roger feels unable to preach God’s word without God and the Holy Spirit. Asks for prayers. The message comes from a Monday night men’s meeting and has been contemplated for a couple of weeks. Brother Tommy was expected to preach on it Sunday but didn’t directly address it. Elder Roger is focusing on Psalms 51, emphasizing that the interpretation is personal and divinely inspired. Have Mercy Upon Me, O God Elder Roger believes asking for God’s mercy should be a daily practice. Acknowledges personal shortcomings and the need for divine mercy, regardless of perceived goodness. This sentiment should be shared by all born-again Christians. Asks God to reveal shortcomings and iniquities. Expresses gratitude to the Lord. Churches today don’t want people to think badly about them. Wash Me Thoroughly From My Iniquities Recalls own baptism shortly after being saved. Baptism is not essential for salvation but is a desired act of cleansing before God. Believes in full immersion baptism, symbolizing complete cleansing under the blood of Jesus Christ. Acknowledges personal sinfulness post-baptism. Only Jesus was without sin. Emphasizes the availability of forgiveness through God. Cleansing is internal, transforming the soul. God replaces the “old stony heart” with a pure one. Internal change is more important than outward appearances or religious displays. Example: One can dress well and attend church regularly, but the internal state matters most. Asks for daily cleansing to avoid carrying “filthy stuff” in the heart. One should strive to be as clean as on the day of salvation. Allowing God to cleanse enables one to walk with Christ and have Jesus in their heart. Restore Unto Me My Joy Christians should exhibit joy due to their salvation and eternal life with God. Contrasts this with the sad demeanor sometimes seen in those claiming to be born again. Being washed in the blood of Jesus Christ is something to be proud of. Encourages those who have lost their joy to ask God to restore it. God is just and righteous to do so. Elder Roger values the joy of salvation more than any amount of money. Finds joy and comfort in knowing that heaven awaits. Something changed internally upon salvation. The comforter didn’t leave us. If lost, one should be worried. Jesus loves everyone and they need to come to him to ask him to save them. Renew a Right Spirit Within Me Expresses concern that some churchgoers, even in sister churches, may not truly understand the Spirit of God. Fear that the true Spirit of God would scare them. God speaks to everyone, not just preachers. Encourages taking time for one-on-one connection with God. Examples: Go to the basement, swing outside, walk. Listen to what God and the Holy Spirit have to say. Laments the decline in people’s willingness to listen to God. Recalls stories of past revivals with large crowds inside and outside the church. Salvation of people is not old-fashioned. Attributes such revivals to the Holy Spirit working through the prayers of church members. Questions when the last time a lost person was seen in the church. If lost people come through the doors of the church, God will do the rest. Emphasizes the importance of attracting lost people to the church. God can save people anywhere, but the church is a good place to experience love. The church should show love to lost individuals who may walk through the doors. Otherwise, they might turn around and walk back out. Invitation Believes an invitation should be given every time the church doors are open. Offers to pray with anyone in need, while acknowledging personal limitations in helping others. Refers to Psalm 23.

    27 min

  4. APR 12

    A Call to Diligence

    Proverbs 4:20-23 – Keeping Your Heart Focus on Proverbs 4:20-23. Verse 20: “My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.” Verse 23: “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” The Enemy’s Attack The enemy is after every heart, saved or lost. Yielding to the enemy leads to destruction of oneself and family. The enemy will tear down everything you love and leave you with nothing. Personal Responsibility There is a responsibility to keep our heart. Not keeping oneself, but guarding the heart from the enemy’s attacks. Need help from the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and the church. This does not relieve the personal responsibility to pray and keep your heart according to the Word of God. Letting your guard down allows the enemy to ruin your testimony and steal your joy and peace. Importance of Heeding God’s Word Pay attention to God’s word to avoid a high price from the enemy. Focus on and remind yourself of the adversary. The adversary seeks to devour and can tear up your home, family, and work. This happens when we open our heart and don’t keep it with all diligence. Personal Responsibility and Holiness Importance of personal responsibility in serving God, walking right, and living right. God has called everyone to righteousness and holiness. The only way to please God is to do what He says. The Heart as the Source of Issues Every issue comes from the heart. Mark 7:21-23: Out of the heart of men proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders, thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness. All these evil things come from within and defile the man. The heart is capable of both good and evil. Luke 6:45: A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things, and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil things. The heart needs attention and care. People are often more careful about their flesh and mind than their heart. When something not of God is in your heart, it will manifest one day. The Example of David David’s failure as an example of not guarding the heart. David saw Bathsheba and lusted after her because his heart had not been guarded. He should have been with his men in battle, but he was idle in the king’s castle. If you’re going to guard your heart, you better be where you’re supposed to be. If you’re in a place you ain’t supposed to be, you need to get out of there. David didn’t wake up wanting to commit adultery, but he didn’t keep his heart. If he had kept his heart, he would have been with his people and not in a position where the enemy could tilt his heart. The suffering David endured after his sin wasn’t worth it. If your heart is leaning toward something, make sure you’re keeping it with all diligence. Introspectively look and see where you’re at with God. Every evil thing starts in the heart. Giving attention to the flesh leads to being in a mess like David. It took a year for David’s heart to get right with God after Nathan’s message. David’s actions after getting Bathsheba pregnant. Calling on Joab to send Uriah home. Writing a letter for Uriah to carry, which was his death warrant. David thought he had fooled God, but Nathan revealed his sin. God spared David’s life but took the life of the child. The sword would never depart from David’s house. David recognized the problem started in his heart. Psalms 51:10: “Create within me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.” He fell to the snare of the enemy because something was hidden and neglected in his heart. God restored David, but it cost him his son’s life and Uriah’s life. David showed up at the temple, but still fell. Diligence and Focus on the Heart Keep your heart with all diligence. Diligence means being focused and having all your attention pointing to it. Focusing on the flesh will lead to a road that will cost you dearly. Prayer is essential for keeping your heart. Commitment to prayer, getting serious with God, and opening yourself before Him. Let the Holy Spirit look in you. David asked God to search him and see if there was any wicked way in him. If you’re not praying, you’re leaving the door wide open for the devil. God helps every time you pray, either strengthening you, blessing you, or giving you what you need. Make time for prayer. You don’t have time not to pray. Our ancestors had a commitment to prayer. The Word of God is full of truth and stands against the lies of the world. Hide the Word in your heart that you might not sin against God. Give attention to the Word of God. The Word of God shines into our heart. Need to get focused on our heart and honest before God. Ask God to cleanse and purge your heart. The Word of God, prayer, and the Holy Spirit of God work together to fortify, restore, protect, and keep your heart. Three Key Actions for the Heart Love God with all your heart (Deuteronomy 6). Love Him more than the world, your husband, your wife, or your children. Seek God with all your heart (Psalm 119:2). Blessed is the man that keepeth his commandments, and seeketh the Lord with all of his heart. Trust in the Lord with all your heart (Proverbs 3). Loving, seeking, and trusting God with all your heart provides help. Consequences of Neglecting the Heart If they had kept their focus on their heart, they wouldn’t have failed. David would have gone back and done things differently if he could. He would have gotten out of the castle and back to where he was supposed to be. Need help to protect our heart from the world, its wickedness, deception, and lies. There is too much at stake to fall. Issues of life, good or bad, come from the heart. Romans 10:10: With the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. God saved the invisible part, the soul. We ought to do our part. Need the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and prayer every day to build fortification around us. When the heart falls, the flesh quickly falls. God is a God of second chances. Confess your sin, and He is faithful and just to forgive you and cleanse you of all unrighteousness. Each person has a responsibility to keep their heart and an opportunity every day to love God, seek God, and trust God. If you don’t keep your heart with all diligence, the enemy will exploit that weakness. Take this message into your heart and remind yourself every day to ask for God’s help to focus on your heart. Final Encouragement Every person is important and precious in the eyes of God. God has given us prayer, His Word, and the Holy Spirit to help us. The Holy Spirit will help you when you look over the fence or off the terrace like David did. The enemy wants to destroy you, your family, and every opportunity of salvation they might get by making you fall. Do what David did: go back to God. David begged God for seven days to spare the child. David knew he had lost his heart and prayed for forgiveness. When the child died, David got up, cleaned up, ate, and went to the house of God and worshiped. David began to focus on his heart again that day. There are issues of the heart that will get you. Do everything you can to guard your heart. If you need to pray, come pray. If you haven’t prayed about your heart in a while, get started. Give up whatever you have to in your life to get back to focusing on your heart.

    45 min

  5. APR 12

    McBride Family

    NPPBC's Media Ministry

    46 min

  6. APR 5

    In Spite of the Devil, I’m Here

    Introduction: In Spite of the Devil, I’m Here Pastor Tommy acknowledges the presence of an adversary, the devil, who hates and seeks to destroy. The devil is described as a liar and the father of lies, who comes to steal, kill, and destroy. Despite the devil’s efforts, Pastor Tommy is present, emphasizing that the devil’s attempts to stop Jesus failed. The devil is given too much power when allowed into one’s heart and mind, enabling him to destroy, kill, and steal. It is argued that individuals have the power to deny the devil access to their hearts, minds, and lives, citing the scripture that “greater is he that’s in you than he that’s in the world.” Pastor Tommy expresses hatred and contempt for the devil and sin, having witnessed their destructive impact on lives. Examples include ruining lives, causing people to sacrifice peace and joy for things of little eternal value. Despite personal tendencies and weaknesses, Pastor Tommy affirms that getting right with God provides power over the devil. The Devil’s Attempts from the Beginning From the creation of Adam and Eve, the devil has tried to thwart God’s plans. God created Adam and Eve in perfection and instructed them not to eat from a specific tree, warning of death as a consequence. The devil, in the form of a serpent, tempted Eve, leading to their disobedience. The devil continues to try to tear lives apart, leading people down a path of misery. Pastor Tommy gives God all the credit for keeping him safe and trusting God to lead him home. Keeping one’s eyes on Jesus provides power over the devil, who must filter his actions through God. Jesus Defeated the Devil at the Cross There is no need to live to feed the devil, as Jesus defeated him at the cross, holding the keys of death and hell. Adam and Eve’s fall resulted in a sinful nature inherited by all humans, leading to death. Jesus provided a remedy for sin through his death on the cross, offering a way to go free. God made a way for Adam and Eve, sacrificing a lamb to clothe them after their eyes were opened to their sin. God cast them out of the garden to prevent them from partaking of the tree of life, which represents salvation through Jesus. God is Greater Than the Devil If the devil could have destroyed Adam and Eve or God’s creation, he would have, but he couldn’t. God is greater than the devil, who is a created being, not a god, and will ultimately be destroyed by God. God told the serpent that “her seed shall bruise your head,” indicating a future defeat of the devil. Pastor Tommy expresses anger towards the devil and a desire for others to see they don’t have to live under his influence. God has never lost a battle and remains in charge, despite the presence of sin and wickedness in the world. God prophesied throughout the Old Testament about sending a savior with power over the devil, coming through Abraham’s seed. Isaiah 7:14 prophesied that a virgin would conceive and bring forth a son named Immanuel. God has never been defeated and has all power. God Told the Devil How He Would Bring the Savior God revealed that the Savior would be born of a virgin, conceived through the Holy Spirit, as the God-man Emmanuel. The devil tried to kill out the people of God, knowing the Messiah would come through them, from Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, down to David. God told the devil how he would bring the Savior, and the devil couldn’t stop it. God also told the devil when and where the Savior would be born, in Bethlehem, during a time of great desolation. The devil didn’t even know when Jesus was born. The three wise men asked Herod, “Where is he that is born King of the Jews?” The devil relies on what he can see, hear, and what other devils tell him, but he doesn’t know everything. People should resist the devil and let God help them. The Birth of Jesus Despite the Devil The devil didn’t know where Jesus was, and Herod asked the wise men to find him and report back. The devil didn’t hear the angel’s announcement to the shepherds about the birth of a savior in Bethlehem. Jesus was born in the quiet of a Bethlehem night, with only him, his mother, and Joseph present. The devil is a liar and a cheat who steals what belongs to people through Christ, and they shouldn’t give him that power. Herod sent his men out too late, about two years after Jesus’ birth, to kill the children in an attempt to eliminate Jesus. God warned Joseph in a dream to take the young child and his mother to Egypt, and they left without trouble. The devil didn’t even know Jesus walked into his own house in Egypt. The Devil’s Power is Limited The devil doesn’t have all power and is a created being. The only time Pastor Tommy wrestles with the devil is when he resists him. The devil is an angelic being who would destroy if he could, but Jesus prays for believers. Herod’s strategy was to hope he killed Jesus among the infants, but the devil was present on Jordan’s bank when John the Baptist preached. The devil didn’t know John was the forerunner of Christ or that Jesus was the Lamb of God. John baptized Jesus, and the Holy Spirit descended like a dove, with God declaring, “I’m here, I’m here, I’m here,” to the devil. They started trying to kill Jesus from that day, but they couldn’t. Greater is He That’s in Me Pastor Tommy affirms that his God has never lost a battle and won’t start with him. Greater is he that’s in me than he that’s in the world. Every time Pastor Tommy prays for help, God is there, and the devil has no answer for him. Resisting the devil causes him to flee, and drawing near to God results in God drawing near. The best way to resist the devil is through one’s flesh, which is the root of sin, including lust of the eye, pride of life, and lust of the flesh. God created humans with the ability to decide, and creating the devil, knowing he would turn, allows for the knowledge of good. God created the devil without all power or the ability to create himself again. The devil rebelled in his heart against God and was cast out with a third of the angels, wreaking havoc on earth. The devil is limited in what he can do and must be let in. Calvary and the Resurrection For 28 years, the devil may have thought he had killed Jesus through Herod’s actions. For three and a third years, the devil tried to get rid of Jesus, leading to Calvary. The devil thought he had Jesus when he was being scourged and crucified, but he didn’t realize that this was the very thing that would save humanity. The devil was nervous when Jesus willingly laid down his life, not knowing that his crucifixion was part of God’s plan. On the third day, when the angel rolled away the stone, the devil realized Jesus was gone and he didn’t have that power. Jesus appeared to Mary in the garden, and the devil didn’t even know it. Jesus met with his disciples and appeared to 500 people after his resurrection. The devil realized he couldn’t prevent what had already happened or stop Jesus from returning. The Devil’s Current Strategy The devil’s primary goal today is to stop believers, targeting them from the moment they are saved. Despite the devil’s efforts, believers are still here because he has nothing on God. If believers quit messing around with the devil and his ways and give themselves to Christ, walking in the spirit, he has no choice. Pastor Tommy has found refuge in prayer, scripture, and fellowship with other believers, where the devil cannot go. God fills his house with his spirit, providing relief and driving the devil away. The devil only has the power that is given to him. Through Christ, believers can do all things, and none of those given to Jesus will be lost. The devil’s attacks make believers stronger, and he should give up. The devil is trying to stop the church and will use every angle to make believers give up. People need to bow before the king of glory and let him transform their lives.

    51 min

  7. APR 5

    Roll the Stone Away

    The Word of God The importance of the Bible. Without it, knowledge would be limited. It sets people free and offers a new life. Matthew 28:1-6 Mary Magdalene and the other Mary visit the sepulcher. A great earthquake occurs. An angel descends, rolls back the stone, and sits on it. The angel’s appearance: countenance like lightning, raiment white as snow. The keepers shake with fear and become as dead men. The angel tells the women not to fear. He knows they seek Jesus, who was crucified. Jesus is not there; He has risen as He said. The angel instructs them to tell the disciples that Jesus is risen and will go before them into Galilee. The Empty Tomb The ladies were seeking Jesus. Their responsibility was to take care of the body after it was delivered to the tomb. Jesus gave up his life; it was not taken from him. Isaiah’s prophecy: Jesus bore the iniquity of us all. God put the iniquity of all mankind on Jesus. Jesus bore the embarrassment, humiliation, rebellion, and unlovingness of sin. Jesus died for future sins. Every sin He died for was future for those born after that day. God accepted the blood of Christ as atonement for sin. Galatians 4: God sent His Son to redeem those under the law so we might receive the adoption of sons. Having Jesus in one’s heart because He died for our sins. Joseph of Arimathea Joseph of Arimathea, a rich man and counselor, was secretly a disciple of Christ. Being a disciple of Christ secretly for fear of the world. Being afraid of ridicule or standing out for one’s faith. Joseph went to Pilate to ask for Jesus’ body. It was approaching evening, and they needed to take the body off the cross before sundown. Pilate marveled that Jesus was already dead. The legs of the others were broken to hasten their death, but Jesus was already dead. To be sure, they pierced Jesus in the side, and blood and water came out. Every drop of Jesus’ blood was for sin so that people could go free. Joseph went back to the cross to take the body off. Joseph was not alone; Nicodemus showed up. Nicodemus, who had previously come to Jesus at night, now revealed his belief. Nicodemus brought about a hundred-pound weight of ointments and spices. Joseph and Nicodemus prepared Jesus’ body and wrapped it. They carried the body to a new tomb that Joseph had hewn out. No corpse had ever been in this tomb. The Burial and the Guard Jesus was dead. The penalty for sin is death. Adam was told he would surely die if he ate the forbidden fruit. Jesus Christ became the propitiation for all our sins. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary followed them as they carried Jesus’ body to the tomb. They stooped down to enter the tomb. Humbling oneself before God leads to seeing the light and finding life. They laid Jesus in the tomb and rolled a great stone at the door. Mary and Mary Magdalene witnessed exactly where Jesus was laid and the stone being rolled over the door. The Pharisees and Sadducees were nervous and went to Pilate. They reminded Pilate that Jesus had said He would rise again in three days. The Pharisees, unlike the disciples, seemed to believe Jesus’ prophecy. They feared the disciples would steal the body and claim Jesus had risen. Pilate instructed them to make the tomb as secure as possible. They sealed the stone with Herod’s seal. The Visit to the Sepulchre Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the sepulcher at the end of the Sabbath. They wondered who would move the stone. Doubt and unbelief can keep people from seeing the empty tomb. The world needs to know the truth: Jesus is not dead anymore. At the very moment one begins to seek Jesus, He has already sought them. The tomb was sealed and had a rock in front of the door. Divine help intervenes when it is needed most. Unbelief leads to torment. Hell is full of the wicked, agnostic, and atheist. They could not get past the stone. No one finds God on their own; divine help is needed. If there were another way to heaven, God would not have sent His Son to be crucified. Divine intervention moves the rock of earthly intellect and human understanding, giving faith. Never having been to Jerusalem or seen the tomb. It doesn’t matter if one has seen the tomb; what matters is that Jesus is alive in one’s heart. He is Risen The people of God are too quiet about the truth. The life-giving force for believers is the three words: “He is risen.” The ladies wondered who would move the stone. The Holy Ghost convinces people that they are lost and need a Savior. It is expedient that Jesus went away so the Comforter could come. The Comforter, the Spirit, will guide and lead in all truth and righteousness. If one is not saved through the power of the Holy Spirit, they are not saved. There is only one way to heaven: through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. Being born in the Spirit is essential; religion, church membership, and baptism alone do not save. When the Holy Spirit speaks to the heart and invites one to come to Him, that is the moment to bow one’s heart. Jesus gives eternal life, and believers shall never perish. The angels helped the ladies. The guards were hired to keep watch over the tomb. The stone was not holding Jesus in; He came out on His own. The stone was rolled back so that others could see the empty tomb. What is behind the stone of unbelief? It covers the heart and separates one from the truth of Jesus Christ. The ground began to shake. When one gets born again, earthly experiences fade away. Divine intervention takes place, and one’s attention is solely on God. God moves the stone, and unbelief drifts away. The angel of the Lord descended and rolled back the stone. The keepers fell as dead men. Everything that would keep the ladies from knowing the truth about Jesus Christ had been dealt with. When Jesus comes to someone, everything else melts away. The stone had to move. Even the disciples didn’t believe at first because they still had a stone in the way. The Holy Ghost will show up and move the stone so one can see the truth. The truth is that Jesus died for our sins, shed His blood, and is alive. The stone was moved by the angel, and the keepers were no longer a problem. The Truth The only thing needed was the truth. Salvation requires divine intervention; one cannot be saved apart from the Holy Spirit. No one seeks after God on their own. The Holy Spirit moves in one’s life. Each person is given a measure of faith, just enough. The greatest gift is when God moves the stone and gets rid of the keepers. The ladies heard that Jesus was not there. The three words “He is risen” changed their lives. The greatest news is that He is risen. Someone has to help with the stone of unbelief. When the Holy Ghost shows up, one starts paying better attention. When the heart listens instead of the ears, it’s getting close. When one hears Him speak and say, “I’ve come for you. I want to save you,” one will know in their heart that He is alive. He is alive forevermore. The angel said, “I know who you’re looking for. You’re looking for Jesus. He’s not here.” He is risen. The primary difference between all other religions and Christianity is that our Savior is alive. In Revelation, Jesus says, “I am he that was alive and was dead, and am alive forevermore.” The reason to believe is that He now lives within. One needs their own experience to know that He is alive. All that is needed is for some things to be moved out of the way. What better day to be born again than Easter morning? Surrender to Christ and believe.

    38 min

  8. APR 1

    Great Things God Has Done for Us

    Gratitude and Testimony Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to preach and fellowship. Feeling blessed and thankful for health and strength. Mentioning struggles and expenses, but trusting in the Lord’s timing. Reading from 1 Samuel 12, emphasizing fearing and serving the Lord. Verses 18-24 are highlighted, focusing on avoiding wickedness and serving in truth. Specific verses mentioned: 1 Samuel 12:18-24 Psalms 145:17-20 Sharing a message about great things God has done. Referencing Mark 5:15, 19, about a man possessed who was healed and told to share God’s compassion. Connecting personal experiences to the scripture, emphasizing God’s love for sinners. Easter and God’s Love Focusing on the true meaning of Easter: the crucifixion and resurrection, not just “rabbits and eggs.” Highlighting Romans 5:8, emphasizing God’s love while we were sinners. Referencing Jeremiah 31:3, speaking of God’s everlasting love. Defining spiritual love versus “puppy love,” emphasizing Christ’s love in the heart. Mentioning 1 John 4:8 and 4:19, stating “God is love” and we love Him because He first loved us. Reflecting on personal experiences and acknowledging being saved and thankful. Repentance and Salvation Expressing gratitude for being called to repentance. Recalling an experience at an old-fashioned altar. Sharing a story about a man running from the Lord who eventually surrendered at the altar. Referencing John 6:37, emphasizing that those given by the Father will come to Jesus and not be cast out. Acknowledging past “mean” behavior and expressing gratitude for God changing his life. Highlighting John 6:44, stating that no one can come to Jesus unless drawn by the Father. Sharing a story about praying with a man for several nights who felt turned over to a reprobate mind. Warning against being hard-hearted and rejecting the word of God. Referencing 1 John 1:9, emphasizing confession of sins and forgiveness. Mentioning Ephesians 1:7, highlighting redemption through Christ’s blood and forgiveness of sins. Acknowledging personal imperfections and looking forward to a glorified body. Expressing confidence in his calling to preach, despite occasional self-doubt. Emphasizing the need to live for God and trust in His grace for every need. Trusting God and Overcoming Sharing a testimony about a son’s recovery, attributing it to God’s blessing. Referencing Luke 13:5, warning that without repentance, one will perish. Sharing a story about a girl who shared a problem and later received bad news, emphasizing the need for prayer. Highlighting Matthew 11:28, inviting all to come to Jesus for rest. Emphasizing the importance of daily prayer and seeking forgiveness. Reflecting on past sins and the devil’s attempts to drag one down. Emphasizing the need to stay close to God for victory. Salvation by Grace Emphasizing salvation through grace by faith, not by works. Referencing Ephesians 2:8-9 to support this point. Stating there is nothing to boast about. Sharing an experience at the hospital where someone acknowledged his work for God. Sharing a personal health experience and attributing healing to God. Highlighting Romans 10:9, emphasizing confession and belief for salvation. Stating there is no place to hide from God, referencing Jeremiah and Revelation 6:16. Emphasizing the need to wake up and realize God’s love and protection. Referencing Romans 4:21, emphasizing being fully persuaded that God can perform what He has promised. Mentioning praying for various individuals, including Branson and a neighbor named Custer. Acknowledging God’s mercy in daily life. Sharing a story about a brother on a breathing machine in the hospital. Referencing Acts 17:28, stating that in Him we live, move, and have our being. Highlighting Psalm 150:6, stating that everything that has breath should praise the Lord. Sharing an anecdote about a preacher making a humorous point about breathing. Eternal Life and Readiness Expressing anticipation for eternal life with the Lord. Referencing Philippians 1:21, stating that to live is Christ and to die is gain. Sharing the story of Lazarus and emphasizing God’s perfect timing. Referencing 1 Samuel 1:24, sharing the story of Hannah and emphasizing that God supplies our needs. Expressing being sheltered in the arms of God. Emphasizing the need for God’s mercy and love. Highlighting the soon return of Christ for the saints. Sharing an experience at a wedding and anticipating the marriage supper of the Lamb. Emphasizing the endless ages with God in heaven. Warning about the dangers on the highway and the need to be ready for Christ’s return. Referencing Revelation 19:7, emphasizing the marriage of the Lamb and the bride arrayed in fine linen. Judgment and Salvation Emphasizing the coming judgment and the need to be saved. Sharing a story about being called “too wild” and emphasizing the need to wake up to the end times. Expressing joy in being saved and praising God. Highlighting 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, describing the Lord’s descent from heaven and the catching up of believers. Emphasizing God’s purpose in gathering together. Acknowledging personal limitations and expressing gratitude for salvation. Emphasizing the suddenness of Christ’s return. Extending an invitation to come to the altar for prayer and thanksgiving. Expressing love for the pastor and the church. Encouraging love and prayer for one another. Sharing a story about a boy who lost his leg but is now doing well, and another who had a health scare that woke him up. Emphasizing the need to be on our knees and seek God’s help. Acknowledging the bad shape of the world and the need for a friend in Jesus. Encouraging everyone to get closer to God and listen to Him. Expressing a desire to help others and sharing an example of offering help to a lady. Expressing confidence in the fellow preachers and their willingness to help. Encouraging those present to thank God for their families and blessings. Acknowledging that life is not perfect but emphasizing God’s help. Praying for God to speak to hearts and inviting people to come forward.

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