Sermons on Demand

"No Fear, No Wisdom"

November 17, 2024 • Pastor Darcey Stewart Jr. • Proverbs

Proverbs 9:10 says, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding." Assistant Pastor Darcey Stewart Jr. reminds us through scriptures, Proverbs 8:13, 9:10,11:2,16:5-6,16:18-19, Numbers 12:1-13 and Ecclesiastes 12:13 that we cannot be okay with skipping the beginning of our walk with God by lacking wisdom. God’s wisdom keeps us out of the line of fire. As a result, we can set aside our pride and triumph over the traps set by the enemy and follow God. Proverbs 5:3 says, "Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished." God is aware of what we need; therefore, we can continue to trust Him. By trusting in His will rather than our own, and obeying His commandments, we can be assured that God is still with us no matter the situation. Thank you, AP Stewart, for giving us this powerful message from God. It will help us move forward and higher together by letting us know that pride is the birth of sin, but the fear of God is true wisdom.

"The Sovereignty of God"

November 10, 2024 • Pastor Derrek Kegler • Proverbs 16:1–9, Exodus 5:21–23, Exodus 6:1–3

POWER BELONGS TO GOD!!! Proverbs 16:9 says, "A man's heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps." Through scriptures, Exodus 5:21-23, 6:1-3 and Proverbs 16:1-9, Pastor Derrek Kegler reminds us that God is in control and has rule over everything in our lives. It is a central truth that everyone must be held accountable for their actions. In the Book of Exodus, during Moses's time on Earth, just as God promised to handle Pharaoh for His people, we too must be mindful of our deeds and not find ourselves in Pharaoh’s place. Exodus 6:1 says, "Then the Lord said unto Moses, Now shalt thou see what I will do to Pharaoh: for with a strong hand shall he let them go, and with a strong hand shall he drive them out of his land." God is aware of everything in our lives; He never turns a blind eye to our sorrows. When we are afflicted, the Lord will direct our hearts and steps in the direction He has already appointed for us to follow, allowing us to be blessed and to bless others. This means we must keep our integrity by staying steady and confessing our sins while we wait on the Lord during these difficult times. Thank you, Pastor Kegler, for giving us this powerful message from God. It will help us move forward and higher together by letting us know that God takes care of our enemies during times of trouble.

"Called Cleansed & Commissioned"

November 3, 2024 • Pastor Elvis Jackson • Isaiah 6:1–9

Isaiah 6:9 says, "And he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged." Through scriptures, Isaiah 6:1-9, Pastor Elvis Jackson tells us that Jesus gives us the power and authority to go and tell the good news in His name. Sometimes, God will go through extraordinary measures to get our attention. During this time, God gives us the necessary knowledge to give to the people of the world. For example, Isaiah's vision and experience in scriptures 6:1-9 became clearer when he got closer to God, and this allowed Isaiah to preach to his people that the Lord's judgment was coming. By this calling, cleansing, and commission, Isaiah saw God's glory, holiness, and power. When we have an exalted experience, we realize how God puts everything in place to draw us unto Him. Thank you, Pastor Jackson, for giving us this powerful message from God. This will help us go forward and higher together by letting us know that we can be called, cleansed, and commissioned to do God's will.

“The Appointed Time”

October 27, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • Luke 4:16–30

Luke 4:18 says, "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised." Through scriptures, Luke 4:16-30, Senior Pastor Travis Tullis tells us to be ready for the appointed time when God will arrange for Jesus to set free the captives. Jesus Christ was sent to proclaim the good news of the gospel. God set an acceptable time for us to be delivered. Unfortunately, many people might miss this appointed time in their lives because they are not paying attention to the preaching of God’s Word. When God sends His anointed preachers to deliver the good news at the appointed time, we must hearken to His Word. Jesus is coming back for the Church, and as the body of Christ, we must be in unity with all that is of God. We must forgive, love, and be merciful, giving grace and encouragement to others, just as God has given to us. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together by letting us know that we must continue to submit to God by loving one another and coming together in unity so we can be ready for our appointed time as the body of Christ.

"Between Faith & Promise" Part 2

October 20, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • 1 Corinthians 10:1–13, Philippians 4:11–13

1 Corinthians 10:13 says, "There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it." Senior Pastor Travis Tullis reminds us that God does not put more on us than we can bear. Focus scriptures are 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 and Philippians 4:11-13. The enemy may tempt us, but God gives us His power to resist all temptation through Jesus Christ. The power of Jesus's resurrection works in us to resist all temptation from the enemy. When we are between faith and God's promises, there will be tests thrown our way, but we can endure these challenges with Jesus Christ. This allows us to learn how to depend on God by believing in Him, which makes us confident in His ability and thankful for the blessings He continues to bring into our lives. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together by letting us know that we must continue to be humble while seeking God in order to be ready to receive His promises.

"Message to the Hopeful" Part 2

September 22, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • Matthew 16:16–19, Ephesians 6:12–16, Colossians 1:27, Colossians 2:14–15, 1 John 3:8

Jesus came to destroy the enemy's works; therefore, as members of the Kingdom of Light, we are empowered and equipped to walk in His love through hope and can experience victory through Christ Jesus. Senior Pastor Travis Tullis now shares a 'Message to the Hopeful' through scriptures Matthew 16:16-19, Ephesians 6:12-16, Colossians 1:27, 2:14-15 and 1 John 3:8, 4:4-5. Our mindset cannot be contrary to the Kingdom of Light. But sometimes, we walk in darkness and strive against one another instead of walking in the Kingdom of Light and fighting the enemy together. Ephesians 6:12-13 says, "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand." Each of us, as part of the Kingdom of Light, has a crucial role to play in this fight. Meanwhile, the love of Jesus empowers us to forgive, and the Word of God, our guide and source of knowledge, equips us to stand against the kingdom of darkness. Therefore, we can experience true victory in Christ Jesus together as believers. This knowledge shows us how to gather, encourage, and strengthen those who are hopeful for God's blessings. Every blessing is by God's spirit, and we can be empowered and equipped to continue to experience His victory. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher by reminding us that we have victory in Jesus and are empowered and equipped to become the children of light in a dark world.

"Unconditional Surrender"

September 8, 2024 • AP Kevin Bard • Mark 10:13–23, Matthew 26:36–39, Mark 10:15

Desiring the path of surrendering to God means embracing a path that involves placing our trust in something greater than ourselves, having unyielding faith, and releasing our selfish desires to follow God. This unyielding faith allows us to surrender, just as Jesus did with His life, making Him the unparalleled embodiment of 'Unconditional Surrender.' Through scriptures such as Mark 10:13-23 and Matthew 26:36-39, Assistant Pastor Kevin Bard reminds us that we can be empowered and strengthened to surrender to the love of Jesus by the power of God. In Mark 10:15, Jesus says, "Verily I say unto you, whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein." This simple yet profound message comforts us by reassuring us that we can experience God's glory and sovereignty in our lives by surrendering like children, just as Jesus did in the garden of Gethsemane. As we remember throughout the Old Testament, there are numerous instances where individuals, like Noah, Abraham, Moses, and the Hebrew boys, displayed unconditional surrendering to God. These examples further exemplify Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice and serve as powerful reminders of God's deliverance to His glory. Thank you, AP Bard, for delivering this strong message from God. This will lead us forward and higher together as we remember that Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice when He decided to give His life for us, a powerful example of unconditional surrender that inspires all believers.

"Lord Help Me"

September 1, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • Matthew 15:11–29

Recognizing Jesus with unwavering faith, and calling out to Him for help, gives us the strength and perseverance to continue pressing into God's Kingdom. Through scriptures such as Matthew 15:11- 29, Senior Pastor Travis Tullis reminds us that Jesus is the only one who can make all things possible. The Canaanite woman's faith in Matthew 15: 21-29, demonstrates the power of faith in breaking barriers. Her unwavering belief in Jesus's compassion and healing broke through the barriers of culture and tradition. This faith can inspire us to continue asking, knocking, and seeking Jesus's help, knowing that it can break any barriers that hinder us from receiving God's promises. Before Jesus healed the Canaanite woman's daughter, He had a conversation with the Pharisees, who were corrupt Jewish religious leaders. Their hearts were defiled, which prevented them from recognizing Jesus as Lord. This interaction serves as a relevant example, reminding us of the importance of maintaining a pure and open heart in our relationship with Jesus. As we humbly follow His word, we can be reassured that we will receive God's promises and blessings. Any blessings that the Lord gives us are sufficient by His grace, and we can have confidence in His ability to make a way where there seems to be no way. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together, and for reminding us of Jesus's enduring compassion, grace, and mercy. His love is not limited by our past rejections, and He is always ready to welcome all believers with open arms.

"The Mind of Christ in You"

August 25, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • 1 Corinthians 2, Philippians 2:5

When God puts his spirit in us, He puts his mind in us. 1 Corinthians 2:12 says, "Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God." What is freely given to us when we accept God, is His grace; this means that God wants us to understand the gift of grace by receiving Christ's mind in us, which is a transformation that turns us into new creatures. Through scriptures such as 1 Corinthians 2:1-16, and Philippians 2:5, Senior Pastor Travis Tullis reminds us that God is a spirit and that we must be spirit-born to receive His spirit through the mind of Christ. When we fail to love one another, show love to our enemies, honor families and marriages, and live a holy and acceptable life, it indicates that our thoughts are aligned with the ways of the world rather than being in accordance with the mind of Christ. As we allow the mind of Christ to dwell within us, we open ourselves up to embrace God’s will over our own. This decision empowers us to fight for our faith, giving us the strength to achieve victory, all the while understanding that with God, all things are indeed possible. Even in this seemingly hopeless world, there is hope through the mind of Christ, which is God's wisdom, a force that surpasses human understanding, making the impossible possible through faith in Him. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together, guiding us toward understanding how to cast down every thought that rises against God by receiving the mind of Christ.

"Accept & Respect Your Position"

August 11, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • Colossians 3:3, Philippians 1:6, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Romans 12:1–2, Colossians 1:27

“Accept and Respect Your Position” in Christ Jesus. We must accept and respect that Jesus died for our sins and that He lives in us. Through scriptures, Colossians 1:27, 3:3, Philippians 1:6, Ecclesiastes 3:11, and Romans 12:1-2, Senior Pastor Travis Tullis reminds us that we belong to Jesus and are to present ourselves as a living sacrifice. Romans 12:1-2 says, ‘I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.’ The minute we conform to this world, we are disrespecting our position in Jesus Christ. When we are at work or in other environments, such as family gatherings as well as other social settings, we must remember we are on assignment for the Lord and are responsible for representing Jesus in all that we do. We are made to worship God in spirit and truth. He is worthy of our time, energy, efforts, money, passions, and attention. This connection and commitment to worshiping God in all that we do and with all that we have, is what sets us apart from the rest of the world. When the world tries to influence us to put down our true worship of God, by offering us things that feel good to the flesh, we must remember that sin is deceitful, but God’s word is true and will set us free. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together, guiding us toward a deeper understanding of how to fear God and keep His commandments by accepting and respecting our position as good children of God.

"Real Faith to Become"

August 4, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • Romans 12:3, James 2:19, John 1:12, John 2:23–25, Ephesians 2:8–10

Our faith should be focused on Jesus Christ to have "Real Faith to Become" who God created us to be. Ephesians 2:10 reminds us, 'For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.' Senior Pastor Travis Tullis encourages us to realize that through real faith, we can become new creatures in Christ if we allow God to work in us by faith through scriptures John 1:12, 2:23-25, Ephesians 2: 8-10, Romans 12:3, James 2:19, Hebrews 4:2, 11:1-2 and 11:6. God is intimately involved in molding and shaping us, as He has customized our lives according to our specific needs and His purpose for our lives. This is especially seen during the hard times in our lives. During difficult situations, our faith allows us to become living witnesses of His goodness. This personal touch from God makes us feel loved by His grace. With real faith, we have the courage to know when to stop doing things that do not benefit us or uplift God's Kingdom. When we move with Jesus as the center of our lives, all things are possible. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together, guiding us toward a deeper understanding of how to have real faith while we wait on the Lord to become true believers in Jesus Christ.

"Surviving the Test of Time"

July 14, 2024 • Elder Kevin Barker • Matthew 7:24–29

When we stay on course to "Survive the Test of Time,” we can become joint heirs with Christ Jesus. Elder Kevin Barker Sr. encourages us to not give up through our trials and tribulations; we will not be defeated if we stay the course because of our solid rock foundation in Jesus Christ. This foundation is embodied in the scriptures Matthew 7:24-29, which teaches us the importance of building our lives on the teachings of Jesus. Even in our darkest moments, God's grace fills our lives with more purpose, encouraging us to persevere. As we navigate the test of time, our praise and worship, with its transformative and spiritual power, can turn our midnights into daylight. With God's unwavering mercy, we can weather any storm if we stand firm and unmovable. As we position ourselves to keep pouring God's word into our hearts and into our communities, we must utilize the overflow of blessings He provides and press on to survive our test of time. Reflecting on Priest Lake Community Baptist Church's 43rd anniversary, we see how, with Jesus Christ as our foundation, “we can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth us.” Thank you, Elder Barker, for delivering this strong message from God. This reminds us that we are more than conquerors, when we endure the test of time.

"Freedom In The Kingdom"

July 7, 2024 • Sr. Pastor Travis M. Tullis • Nehemiah 4:14, Ephesians 6:12, Galatians 5:13–26, John 1:12

Our history celebrates freedom on July 4th and Juneteenth, which are the most recent celebrations of liberty for our country. But when we celebrate “Freedom in Jesus’s Kingdom,” there is liberty for all God’s people. Senior Pastor Travis Tullis guides us on understanding and embracing freedom in God’s Kingdom through the scriptures Nehemiah 4:14, Ephesians 6:12, Galatians 5:13-26, and John 1:12. As believers, we have been liberated from the unholy things that separates us from God through the blood of Jesus Christ. Yet, we find ourselves in the midst of a culture war because God’s Word is no longer being taught so we are not being reminded that God has given us a way to be set free. As Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, “our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” In the freedom of the Kingdom of God, we must fight for our right to enjoy walking in power, peace, hope, love, and the sense of safety that comes with knowing that we are aligned with the Lord. This freedom, however, comes with a sacred responsibility. As Christians, one of our greatest assignments is to love one another, to support and uplift each other in Christ Jesus. Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together, guiding us towards a deeper understanding of the freedom that comes with serving God in His Kingdom.

"What Are You Building On The Foundation"

June 30, 2024 • Pastor Derrek Kegler • Luke 6:44–49, 1 Corinthians 3:10–17

Do we carefully consider what we are building on the foundation made by Christ? In a world filled with information, it's crucial to discern if it's aligned with the word of God, the foundation of Jesus Christ, or if it is like Spam, useless in the Kingdom of God. This discernment is key in our efforts to advance the Kingdom. Pastor Derrek Kegler, in his message, through 1 Corinthians 3:10-17 and Luke 6:44-49, reminds us that our spiritual house, with Jesus as our solid rock, is indestructible. When we continue to build on the foundation that Jesus laid out for us, it will cost us time. This is precious to us because we don't get time back. The time we sacrifice to advance the Kingdom of God on earth is like gold, silver, and precious stones. With this, we can have a spiritual house where people can come and receive the things of God that they need. We must exercise discernment in how we invest in our foundation with Jesus Christ, so we do not invest in temporary things. This discernment is our shield against the storms of life. Thank you, Pastor Kegler, for delivering this strong message from God. This will lead us forward and higher together as we continue to build on the solid foundation of God's Kingdom.

"God Is Building A Spiritual House"

June 23, 2024 • Elder Charlie Davidson • Matthew 16:15–18, 1 Peter 2:4–9

Jesus spoke of himself as a builder, the foundation on which the church would be built. This means that the church is not just a building but a living, breathing entity. Elder Charlie Davidson, in his message, through Matthew 16:15-18 and 1 Peter 2:4-9, reminds us that Jesus is not just a part of our spiritual house but the cornerstone on which it stands. God is actively building a spiritual house, and it is not a passive act but a call to action. Christians can witness God's power and presence in today's reality. But we must be receptive, rededicated, and actively pursuing our cornerstone, Jesus Christ; this will bring us discipleship, empowering us, and making us responsible for participating in His Kingdom. As it is written in 1 Peter 2:5, the scripture says, "Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ." Each stone God gathers is carefully placed where it's supposed to go in His Kingdom. Our cornerstone can be used to educate children with a Christian foundation centered on Jesus Christ, this includes the younger generation to be a part of the Kingdom building. Thank you, Elder Davidson, for delivering this strong message from God. This will lead us forward and higher together as we continue to remember that Jesus is the cornerstone of our salvation.

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