First Baptist Church Wimberley Sermons

[[:encoded, "Here is an overview of things to come. More accurately, it's a suggested timeline of future events. If you've ever wondered about the nature of the rapture, listen to this message. And then be filled with hope that God has all things under His control, and that Christ is King!"]]

[[:encoded, "\"How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news.\" What a wonderful description of missionaries from none other than the Apostle Paul. If \"everyone that calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved,\" shouldn't everyone be able to hear the message?"]]

[[:encoded, "Is God good? Well, of course, He is. We typically think God is good when He gives us good things. But God's goodness is not dependent on what He gives. His goodness is based on Who He is! God is patient, gracious, faithful, and forgiving. And these are just some of things which cause us to know that He is good."]]

[[:encoded, "We might think that God is partial to people like us. Most of us believe we are normal and others aren't. But does God love one group of people over another? Absolutely not. God IS Love, and He loves all sinners. Listen and learn about the love of God in the light of some well known parables from Luke 15."]]

[[:encoded, "God is great! The biblical word so often used for His greatness is majesty. It's a word that brings to mind respect, awe, reverence, and the sheer worship of Almighty God. As you listen to this message, may your knowledge, love, and worship of God our Savior grow."]]

[[:encoded, "Sometimes we saunter into the presence of God, as if He were common, as if we could tell Him what to do. But how should we come into His presence? Listen as Pastor Mike teaches on this immortal scripture passage proclaiming God's holiness."]]

[[:encoded, "Are zombies real? Yes! And they're all around us! If you're a Christ follower, you have the cure--the antidote--that is needed to bring the zombies out of their dead state into life. But are you sharing the cure, or keeping it to yourself?"]]

[[:encoded, "Research shows that one out of five in our country have any religious affiliation whatsoever. The culture has changed. We need to be very concerned about how we are going to reach the next generation."]]

[[:encoded, "Sometimes obedience to God is costly. Think of Joseph. His faith was consistent, yet he was mistreated. Still, Joseph remained faithful to God. We need people who are faithful and consistent to help our children know the Savior, and to walk with Him, regardless of what comes at them."]]

[[:encoded, "Here's a truth that needs to be heard: God determines your destiny. He has a destiny for each life. When it comes to our kids, we need to be helping them and molding them to fall in love with God, and to be in tune with his will."]]

[[:encoded, "What if God doesn't answer my prayers? Why should I pray, if God is going to do is going to do what He's going to do anyway? This is a tough subject, but listen to this message for five check points in getting some answers to this question."]]

[[:encoded, "A lot of times believers are unsure about how to pray. Is there a formula, or some kind of language we should use? The short answer is \"no.\" Our loving heavenly Father simply wants us to talk to Him."]]

[[:encoded, "Money can be a touchy subject. But God's Word says a lot about it. In fact, here's a biblical principle: \"You reap what you sow.\" This message will help you apply what the Bible says about money."]]

[[:encoded, "We need to know that no matter what comes, we are safe and secure. How can we be focused on the present when we're worried about the future? God wants us to know that if we have trusted Him with our very lives, He is able to keep us secure both now and forever."]]

[[:encoded, "In our culture many people have a hard time believing in absolute truth. So how do we make the case that Jesus is the only way of salvation? In this message four attributes of Jesus are discussed to prove that He really is the \"Way, Truth, and Life\" that Scripture claims."]]

[[:encoded, "Text: Isaiah 45:5-7.\nGod is all powerful, all knowing, perfect, and sovereign over all. So why does He even allow evil to take place? And who is ultimately responsible for evil when it comes into our own lives? The Bible has compelling answers to these questions."]]

[[:encoded, "The Bible, God's Word, was written over a period of 1500 years, on 3 continents, by over 40 different authors. And yet the theme of God's redemption of humanity is clear throughout all its pages. Listen now to understand why the Bible is completely unique among other books."]]

[[:encoded, "Heaven is a specific place. Jesus called it \"the Father's house.\" It's a permanent place, a perfect place, a populated place, and it's Paradise. What practical things are we doing to help people find the Kingdom of God? If we want to lay up treasures in Heaven, we need to reach people. So how do we help people find their way \"home?\" We show them the way."]]

[[:encoded, "Jackson, Mississippi, is known for its southern hospitality. What does the scripture say about hospitality? In Romans 12, Paul gives us several ways that Christians should practice hospitality toward others. We are to show love for our friends and family, but we are also to pursue love for strangers, as well."]]

[[:encoded, "New Orleans is known as \"The Big Easy.\" Even though many of us are caught up in a quick-paced lifestyle, with all its stresses, God wants something better for us. God wants us to know things are easier when we follow Him. He wants us to \"rest\" in Him."]]