First Baptist Church Wimberley Sermons

[[: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."]]

[[:encoded, "Cooperstown, NY, is the home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Well, Hebrews 11 is a chapter that can be called \"The Hall of Faith.\" This message is about Biblical faith, including a testimony from a former professional baseball player, as well as illustrations of some modern examples of faith heroes."]]

[[:encoded, "Panama City! What a destination: Pristine white beaches and emerald-colored water. When you visit places like this, you think about how massive God is. And when He talks, He talks in a big way! What is it that God is calling you to do with your life today? It's bigger than you can imagine."]]

[[:encoded, "New York City is the standard for many things: theatrical arts, news media, and finances, to name a few. As far as finances are concerned, this message reminds us that 1) God owns it all, and 2) We must give an account. Listen as our pastor shares Godly wisdom about finances."]]

[[:encoded, "Boston is most famous for being the cradle of freedom for our country. In fact, you can2019t think of our nation2019s freedom without pondering this great city, and the role it played in America2019s struggle for independence. But what does it mean to be truly free? We live in a free country, but are we experiencing spiritual freedom?"]]

[[:encoded, "Hollywood knows how to tell a story. We all like a good movie. But we need to understnad that it's make believe. Satan also tells a good story. He wants us to buy into it, as if it's the truth. But it isn't. Jesus wants you to understand the real truth about Him and about your life."]]

[[:encoded, "When you go to places like Jackson Hole and the Grand Tetons, how can you not think of the majesty of God? Let's practice what it says in the Westminster Catechism: \"Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him forever.\""]]