Words Of Grace Radio - Flint River Primitive Baptist Church

In this week’s episode of Words of Grace, Pastor Winslett draws our attention to a fundamental but crucial subject in the word of God, the new birth. Also called quickening, regeneration, and translation, among other terms, this is the doctrine of salvation from death in sin to life in Christ. In today’s broadcast, we consider … Continue reading "Thoughts on the New Birth"

We all experience great affliction in this life. In a sin cursed world, troubles of various stripe are unavoidable. In 2 Corinthians 4, Paul reflects on this while making some of the most encouraging and beautiful statements about God’s providential protection of us in the New Testament. Join us for this message from Ben Winslett … Continue reading "Cast Down but Not Destroyed"

Sharing a recent exposition of 2 Corinthians 4 from the pulpit of Flint River, Ben Winslett speaks to several aspects of the ministry. First, the singularity of it. There is but one gospel ministry. Secondly, ministers commend themselves to the consciences of their hearers. Lastly, the condition of the heart affects the reception of the … Continue reading "This Ministry"

Continuing our recent them of eschatology (the study of end times), Ben Winslett shares passages describing the final day, the day in which Jesus returns. In the day of the Lord, there will be a bodily resurrection, the kingdom of Heaven is delivered up, the wicked are judged, the world is destroyed, and God’s children … Continue reading "Then Comes The End"

Continuing our theme from last weekend’s program on prophecies of future things, pastor Winslett shares thoughts on a nefarious, evil character who will be destroyed by the Lord at His return: the man of sin. Radio broadcast for November 5, 2023. Who or What is the Man of Sin?

Revelation 20 paints an alarming and desperate picture of the time directly before the second coming of Christ. The devil has been loosed. An entity called Gog and Magog are waging war against the camp of the saints and the beloved city. So many are engaged in warfare that their numbers are compared to the … Continue reading "Gog and Magog"

It seems like every day we’re bombarded with news of one tragedy after another. Illnesses. Untimely deaths. Wars and rumors of wars. This world can be a terrible place due to sin. In this message, we consider some truths from scripture regarding the temporary nature of life and how departing to be with Christ is … Continue reading "When Tragedy Strikes"

From a very familiar passage in 2 Corinthians 2, Ben Winslett shares about two types of people their two types of reactions to the gospel message. Radio broadcast for October 15, 2023. The Savour of Christ

If you look around the world today, you might think things rather hopeless. Feelings of anxiety and despair have a tendency to sweep over us like a flood. From wars and rumors of wars, to health issues, to financial difficulty, to relational problems, the world is a place of suffering. In today’s broadcast, Pastor Winslett … Continue reading "The Value of Hope"

In today’s episode of Words of Grace, we share a recent message from the pulpit of Flint River. Our passage under consideration is the latter part of 2 Corinthians chapter 1, specifically verses 15-22. On the surface, much of this might be random language or pleasantries, but there’s actually a significant point Paul makes here … Continue reading "Yea and Amen"

In today’s broadcast, we take a glance into the last sermon Jesus preached before going to the cross, a message we call the Upper Room Discourse. Our focus is three of the major points of the sermon: Peace despite the circumstance (let not your heart be troubled), The Holy Spirit (the Comforter being sent), and … Continue reading "Three Lessons from the Upper Room Discourse"

When your congregation meets, what is your emphasis? That could be a proverbial “can of worms.” In today’s broadcast, Pastor Winslett considers certain American religious phenomenon such as the “seeker sensitive” mentality in light of the Commission of Christ. In short, putting the emphasis on the “feel” of worship or framing worship in a way … Continue reading "What’s Your Emphasis?"

In today’s broadcast, we consider three connected, relevant, but sometimes neglected thoughts: Working, wealth, and wisdom. From the beginning, men were commanded to work (Genesis 3). When one works hard, they may generate wealth (Proverbs 10:4). But what does the bible say of wealth? It discourages us from wanting it (1 Timothy 5)! But if … Continue reading "Work, Wealth, and Wisdom"

Folks often mock people who pray for others on social media. It’s become a trendy thing to do, mocking “thoughts and prayers” when a tragedy happens. But Paul actually said the Corinthian believers “also helped together by prayer for us” when he and his fellow laborers were in affliction (2 Cor 1:11). So Christian, prayer … Continue reading "Prayer Works!"

In today’s edition of Words of Grace, we share a message from Pastor Winslett from Psalm 85, a beautiful hymn highlighting themes of captivity, forgiveness, and revival. While it certainly spoke to issues the writer faced in his time, as with many Psalms, the ultimate and final fulfillment is in the redemptive work of the … Continue reading "Righteousness and Peace have Kissed"

In Matthew 4, Jesus was led of the Spirit into the wilderness for a period of fasting and then a battle with the wicked one, the devil. But unlike us in our moments of temptation, Jesus never once was susceptible to the wiles of the devil and was completely victorious. Join us for this message! … Continue reading "The Temptation"

Using Luke’ first recorded miracle of Jesus in Luke chapter 4, Ben Winslett emphasizes Jesus’ power over evil spirits and devils. In this program, we consider topics such as: The Reality of forces of darkness in this world. Where did evil spirits come from? Jesus has power over them, but beyond that they are afraid … Continue reading "Forces of Darkness"

1 Corinthians 6 contains a rather alarming statement regarding the fact that sin separates us from God and renders us unable to inherit the Kingdom of God.  As sinners, that gives us pause and makes us tremble. However, the following statement is one of comfort, as we learn God washes, sanctifies, and justifies us. Join … Continue reading "And Such Were Some Of You"

In today’s episode of Words of Grace, we emphasize what, at times and contrary to our wishes, is a struggle in the emotional aspect of loving God the way we want to. How can we grow in this? Ben Winslett shares biblical insight into the concept of loving God as well as two methods of … Continue reading "How to Love God More"

In today’s episode of Words of Grace, we engage in a bit of “cage rattling.” How so? Simply put, if my theology cannot explain the actual conversion stories in the Bible, then something is likely awry in my thinking. Does my theology explain the Thief on the Cross? Or Cornelius? Do I insist upon requirements … Continue reading "Paul, the Pattern of Regeneration"