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Each week we dig into the heart of Scripture — practical, honest teaching to strengthen your walk with Jesus Christ. Every message below can be watched, listened to, or read.

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38 min

Summer In The Psalms - Psalms 103:1-5

Pastor Safrit walks through Psalm 103:1-5, emphasizing the importance of overcoming sluggishness in worship. He highlights how worship should be an expression of gratitude for God's benefits, including forgiveness, healing, and redemption. The sermon encourages believers to reflect on God's goodness and to worship Him sacrificially, reminding them that true satisfaction comes from placing God at the center of their lives.

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36 min

Summer In The Psalms - Psalms 34

Pastor Safrit walks through Psalm 34, emphasizing how to please the Lord by blessing, seeking, fearing, and trusting Him. He highlights that true praise should be constant, and believers must rely on God's guidance like blind skiers depend on their sighted partners. The sermon encourages congregants to actively seek the Lord, pursue righteousness, and trust in His goodness, especially during trials, reminding them that God is always present to provide refuge and support.

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33 min

Summer In The Psalms - Psalms 31:1-8

Pastor Safrit walks through Psalm 31:1-8, emphasizing the importance of seeking refuge in the Lord during times of distress. He highlights David's trust in God as a source of strength and deliverance, encouraging the congregation to rely on God's faithfulness and love. The sermon challenges listeners to reflect on their own trust in God and to consider how they respond to adversity, ultimately reminding them that God is their rock and fortress who provides a way out of temptation and trouble.

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34 min

Summer In The Psalms - Psalms 28

Pastor Safrit walks through Psalm 28, emphasizing the tangible attributes of God as a rock, strength, and refuge. He highlights the psalmist's progression from worship to lament, ultimately leading to thankfulness for God's salvation and protection. The sermon encourages believers to recognize their need for God in every aspect of life, reflecting on how worship can reveal personal shortcomings and lead to a deeper relationship with Him.

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31 min

Summer in the Psalms - Psalms 19

Guest speaker Steven Calloway walks through Psalm 19, emphasizing God's revelation through nature and His written word. He highlights that while nature reveals God's glory, it is through Scripture that we come to know Him intimately as "Yahweh." Calloway encourages the congregation to recognize their need for repentance and to share the "words of life" found in Christ with others, applying the message to their daily lives and relationships.

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31 min

Summer In The Psalms - Psalms 17

Pastor Safrit walks through Psalm 17, emphasizing David's earnest prayer for God's protection and guidance while he is pursued by Saul. He highlights David's requests to see, search, show, shield, save, and satisfy him, illustrating the importance of fervent prayer and reliance on God in times of distress. The sermon encourages believers to seek God's righteousness and presence, reminding them that true satisfaction comes from a relationship with Him rather than the fleeting pleasures of the world.

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44 min

Take Your Supplements

Pastor Safrit walks through 2 Peter 1:5-11, emphasizing the importance of supplementing one's faith with virtues such as knowledge, self-control, and love. He highlights that these qualities are essential for spiritual growth and effectiveness in the Christian life, particularly in the face of challenges. The practical application encourages listeners, especially graduates, to intentionally add these traits to their lives to flourish in their faith and positively impact those around them.

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35 min

Final Words - Part 7

Pastor Safrit walks through John 19:30, focusing on Jesus' declaration, "It is finished," as a victory cry for Christians. He emphasizes that Jesus completed His mission to defeat sin and Satan, offering practical encouragement to persevere through life's challenges. The sermon highlights the importance of recognizing that true satisfaction comes from finishing what God has called us to do, urging believers to seek strength from God to endure and not give up.

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29 min

Final Words - Part 6

Pastor Safrit walks through John 19:23-27, focusing on Jesus' compassionate words to his mother from the cross. He emphasizes the importance of honoring and supporting family, especially during times of suffering, and encourages the congregation to show love and attention to loved ones in need. The sermon highlights practical ways to honor parents and the significance of community in caring for one another, reminding listeners that love should prevail even amidst personal pain.

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26 min

Final Words - Part 5

Pastor Safrit walks through John 19:28-29, focusing on Jesus' statement "I thirst" as part of the series on His final words. He emphasizes that Jesus' thirst represents both physical and spiritual needs, illustrating how we must admit our thirst for God and seek His help in times of need. The sermon encourages believers to recognize their spiritual thirst and turn to God for fulfillment, as He is the only one who can satisfy our deepest longings.

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31 min

Final Words - Part 4

Pastor Safrit walks through Matthew 27:45-49, focusing on Jesus' cry, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" He emphasizes that feelings of abandonment can lead us to seek God for answers. The sermon highlights the seriousness of sin, the substitution Jesus made for humanity, and the importance of trusting in God's word during difficult times. Ultimately, Jesus' forsakenness allows believers to experience forgiveness and a personal relationship with God.

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46 min

Baptist Children's Homes Presentation

Guest speaker Clay Leonard presents the mission of Baptist Children's Home, emphasizing its commitment to rescuing abandoned children and providing Christian services. He highlights the organization's extensive reach across North Carolina and Guatemala, serving over 1,300 children last year alone. Drawing from Luke 12, Leonard stresses that everyone is valuable and loved by God, encouraging the congregation to live by faith and support the ministry through prayer, giving, and involvement.

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