Sermon Notes

Brentwood Baptist Church
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Sermon Notes is a new podcast from Brentwood Baptist that takes a deeper look into the sermon planning process and behind the scenes of church life.

  1. 2일 전

    Living Stones in 1 Peter: How Jesus the Cornerstone Builds a United Church Community

    What if the church isn’t a place you go, but a people God is building—stone by stone? In this episode, the conversation centers on 1 Peter’s picture of believers as living stones being formed into a spiritual house with Jesus as the cornerstone. You’ll hear why unity doesn’t mean uniformity, how good traditions can quietly become distractions, and how Spirit-led community makes God’s presence visible to the world through love, obedience, and mercy.

    36분

  2. 2월 3일

    Living Stones and Chosen Exiles: Building Community and Faith from 1 Peter

    In this episode of Sermon Notes Podcast, Brian Ball sits down with Brandon Abbott to unpack 1 Peter and the stunning image of believers as “living stones.” Together, they explore how 1 Peter reveals Jesus as the cornerstone, how the church becomes a spiritual house marked by unity (not uniformity), and why our traditions can’t replace true obedience and Spirit-led community. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to belong, to grow, and to live faithfully where God has placed you—this conversation will help you see it.

    40분

  3. 1월 21일

    Discovering Our Identity and Security in Christ Through 1 Peter

    In this episode of the Sermon Notes Podcast, Jay Strother and Brian Ball begin a new study through 1 Peter by tracing Peter’s opening praise and what it reveals about our identity and security in Christ. You’ll hear why the Christian life starts with worship, how God’s mercy gives us new birth into a living hope, and what it means to have an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading. The conversation also addresses how trials refine faith, why believers can rejoice even in suffering, and why the prophets and even angels longed to see the salvation we now experience in Jesus.

    33분

  4. 1월 13일

    Living as Chosen Exiles: Beginning Our Journey Through First Peter

    In this episode of the Sermon Notes podcast, Jay Strother and Brian Ball kick off a new series called "Chosen Exiles," diving into the book of 1 Peter and its message for believers living as God's people in a world that often feels unfamiliar or challenging. Together, they explore Peter's unique perspective, discussing his relatable ups-and-downs in faith, the importance of suffering in the Christian life, and what it means to be "chosen exiles"—people set apart by God but not fully at home in the present world. They unpack key theological concepts, such as divine sovereignty, hope rooted in Christ’s resurrection, and living in humble obedience, all while highlighting the practical relevance of Peter's words for the church today. Whether you're facing hardship or wrestling with your identity as a follower of Jesus, this episode sets the stage for a rich journey through First Peter, offering encouragement, insight, and a reminder of who you are in Christ

    37분

  5. 2025. 12. 23.

    Christmas Hope in a Broken World | Matthew 2, Herod, and the Return of the King

    Christmas didn’t arrive in calm and quiet—it came into a broken world. In this episode of the Sermon Notes Podcast, Jay Strother and Brian Ball walk through Matthew 2 to explore Herod’s violence, Mary and Joseph’s costly obedience, and the clash of kingdoms surrounding Jesus’ birth. Rather than avoiding suffering and lament, Matthew shows us a deeper Christmas hope: the true King has come, God is with us in the darkness, and evil will not have the final word.

    35분

  6. 2025. 12. 16.

    How King Herod, the Pharisees, and the Wise Men Responded to Jesus’ Arrival

    In this episode of the Sermon Notes podcast, host Jay Strother and Brian Ball take a deeper dive into Matthew’s Gospel as we approach Christmas. Together, they discuss how Matthew reveals Jesus as the promised King, unpacking key themes of authority, fulfillment, and the kingship of Jesus. Explore fascinating cultural and historical context—from the motivations of Herod the Great to the different Jewish factions like the Pharisees and Sadducees. Plus, Jay Strother and Brian Ball shed light on the mysterious story of the Magi, what their journey reveals, and the power of being spiritually watchful and obedient. You'll also hear practical insights on how not to miss what God is doing in your life, the importance of biblical community, and why true change comes from submitting to God’s Word. Whether you’re a long-time Bible reader or just getting started, this episode will challenge and encourage you in your faith journey!

    38분

  7. 2025. 12. 09.

    Matthew 1:18–25 – Joseph, the Virgin Birth, and God With Us

    What really happened in Matthew 1:18–25, and why does Joseph’s quiet “yes” still matter today? In this episode of the Sermon Notes Podcast, Jay Strother and Brian Ball walk through Joseph’s world—an honor–shame culture, an unexpected pregnancy, and an angelic dream that upended his settled plans. Together they unpack Joseph and the virgin birth, the fulfillment of Isaiah’s Emmanuel prophecy, and the mystery of Jesus as fully God and fully man. Along the way, they talk about wonder in an age of instant answers, ordinary obedience that changes history, and what it means to start each day saying, “Lord, I’m still here—what do You want me to do today?”

    37분

  8. 2025. 12. 02.

    Matthew 1–2: Jesus, History, and the Unexpected Paths to Christmas

    Matthew 1–2 doesn’t just tell a Christmas story—it reveals how God has been guiding history toward Jesus all along. In this episode, Jay Strother and Brian Ball explore these opening chapters of Matthew, weaving together genealogy, world empires, religious factions, and everyday people to show how the promised King arrived through unexpected paths—and how we can avoid missing Him ourselves.

    40분
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Sermon Notes is a new podcast from Brentwood Baptist that takes a deeper look into the sermon planning process and behind the scenes of church life.

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  • 제작진
    Brentwood Baptist Church
  • 방송 연도
    2022년 - 2026년
  • 에피소드
    141
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    © Brentwood Baptist Church
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