Search Results

To Listen to Audio click the Play Button [beneath each segment] which varies based on the browser you are using.

November 22, 2024

Title: Turning Point
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his short sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Other than Jesus dying on the cross for our sins, what is the greatest example of forgiveness in the Bible? Pastor Jarrett reads from Luke 15:17-24, the story of the Prodigal Son.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Click the link above and fast-forward to the one-hour and twenty-eight minute mark to view the ten questions Pastor Jarrett wants you to ponder over the next week.

Book Reference: “Seeking Him: Experiencing the Joy of Personal Revival”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 21, 2024

Title: Turning Point
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his short sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is true repentance? Does it mean just being sad or feeling guilty for sinning? Or is repentance a daily confession to God?

What is the consequence for unrepented sin? Does God pour His blessings upon those who are repentant? (Isaiah 55:7; Ezekiel 18:30-32; Hosea 14:1-4)  Pastor Jarrett reminds us of God’s punishment upon the Israelites and how He rewards the faithful and those who repent for their sins.

Other than Jesus dying on the cross for our sins, what is the greatest example of forgiveness in the Bible? Pastor Jarrett reads from Luke 15:17-24, the story of the Prodigal Son.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 20, 2024

Title: Turning Point
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his short sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What does repentance mean in Greek? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett explained why this is important to understand and shared the great testimony of a friend of his. Today, he continues using Genesis 3:19.

What did repentance mean to Solomon and the Israelites? What does repentance mean to YOU? (John 6:44) Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we are all born with a sin nature and repentance is the only way to salvation, reading from Martin Luther’s “95 Theses” which he nailed to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg in 1517.

Bible Teacher and President of Christian Communicators Worldwide, Jim Eliff said: “The believer in Christ is a lifelong repenter. He begins with repentance and ends with repentance.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 19, 2024

Title: Turning Point
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his short sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is repentance? Is there a difference between salvation repentance and daily repentance? (Mark 1:14-15; John 8; Luke 19:8-9; Luke 24:46-48; Acts 2:38; Acts 3:19-20)

What does repentance mean in Greek? Pastor Jarrett explains why this is important to understand and shares the great testimony of a friend of his.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 18, 2024

Title: Turning Point
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his short sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon discussing his love for American history, sharing about the American Revolution. It was a turning point in our nation. Have you had a “turning point” moment in your life when God changed your life forever?

Pastor Jarrett then reviews the last two sermons, reminding us that the Christian life is one of humility and service – to both God and others.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 15, 2024

Title: Seeking God’s Face
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a short, three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

NOTE: This sermon was preached the Sunday before the November 5 Presidential Election. I chose to keep all the political references in this sermon because God is still God and we are His children – no matter who the President of the United States is. We have a responsibility to our faith, family, and country to become and remain involved in the political process always, not just at election time.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How do we SEEK God’s face? Set your mind and heart on a relationship with God. (1 Chronicles 22:19) Empty yourself of sin. (Psalm 5:3) Establish spiritual routines and rhythms. (Psalm 143:8; Mark 1:35) Keep on seeking the Lord. (Psalm 105:4; 1 Thessalonians 5:17)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 14, 2024

Title: Seeking God’s Face
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a short, three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

NOTE: This sermon was preached the Sunday before the November 5 Presidential Election. I chose to keep all the political references in this sermon because God is still God and we are His children – no matter who the President of the United States is. We have a responsibility to our faith, family, and country to become and remain involved in the political process always, not just at election time.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are you seeking more than the presence of God? What do yearn for? Is that “thing” keeping you away from seeking God’s face? What brings you JOY? (Psalm 16:11; Proverbs 8)

Why do we yearn for the blessing of God? How can obtain the blessing of God? (Numbers 6:24-26)

Pastor Jarrett shares about dropping his daughter off at college a few months ago and quotes his friend Daniel Henderson, which can be found at the link above at the one-hour mark.

How do we SEEK God’s face? Pastor Jarrett discusses the first two today.
Set your mind and heart on a relationship with God. (1 Chronicles 22:19)
Empty yourself of sin.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 13, 2024

Title: Seeking God’s Face
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a short, three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

NOTE: This sermon was preached the Sunday before the November 5 Presidential Election. I chose to keep all the political references in this sermon because God is still God and we are His children – no matter who the President of the United States is. We have a responsibility to our faith, family, and country to become and remain involved in the political process always, not just at election time.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Does sin “over promise” and “under deliver”? (Genesis 3:7-8)

Does God grieve when we sin? Does the Holy Spirit leave us when we sin? Does sin hinder our ability to seek God’s face and presence in our lives? (Ephesians 4:30; Isaiah 59:1-2; Psalm 13:1; Psalm 69:16; Psalm 143:7; Habakkuk 1:13; Jeremiah 32:33)

What are you seeking more than the presence of God? What do you yearn for? Is that “thing” keeping you away from seeking God’s face?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 12, 2024

Title: Seeking God’s Face
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a short, three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

NOTE: This sermon was preached the Sunday before the November 5 Presidential Election. I chose to keep all the political references in this sermon because God is still God and we are His children – no matter who the President of the United States is. We have a responsibility to our faith, family, and country to become and remain involved in the political process always, not just at election time.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why are we called to “seek God’s face”? What does this mean? Pastor Jarrett shares some interesting facts…

How is God present in our lives? Do you have the presence of God in your life? Pastor Jarrett mentions author Daniel Henderson’s ministry Strategic Renewal as he discusses God’s general, indwelling, and intimate presence.

Scripture References: Psalm 139:7-10; John 14:16-17; Genesis 3:7-8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 11, 2024

Title: Seeking God’s Face
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a short, three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

NOTE: This sermon was preached the Sunday before the November 5 Presidential Election. I chose to keep all the political references in this sermon because God is still God and we are His children – no matter who the President of the United States is. We have a responsibility to our faith, family, and country to become and remain involved in the political process always, not just at election time.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett reviews the 7/14 challenge, the recipe for revival, and how to HUMBLE ourselves.

Can we control the outcome of the election? NO! We can control our responsibility, though! We can control our attitude and behavior toward others who view issues differently than we do. We can also control how much we pray and seek the face of God. Pastor Jarrett says: “Prayer should be as natural as breathing. It’s not just conversation with God. It’s communion with God.” Amen!

Why are we called to “seek God’s face”? What does this mean? Pastor Jarrett shares some interesting facts…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 8, 2024

Title: Fostering Humility
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Does God really see us? Does God really hear our prayers? Does God really respond? Pastor Jarrett continues to preach about the importance of humility as we seek to grow in our faith and walk with the Lord, reading from II Kings 22:16-20.


FINAL THOUGHTS: BE HUMBLE

Have an honest assessment of yourself.

Understand the greatness of God.

Make others a priority.

Begin each day with the Lord.

Listen more than you speak.

Engage in secret acts of service.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 7, 2024

Title: Fostering Humility
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is humility an important characteristic of a Christian? Pastor Jarrett reveals the one thing that God cannot do! Yes – there IS one thing! He then shares about a recent sermon he preached at a conference on this very topic.

What is one human characteristic that God HATES? Do YOU have this problem? If you do, check yourself! But what if no one notices? Check yourself!

Scripture References: 1 Peter 5:5; II Kings 22:16-20

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 6, 2024

Title: Fostering Humility
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdvOu5LPiAI

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How is the Christian walk like the ingredients for gumbo? Pastor Jarrett shares the similarities…

Does prayer really matter? Does prayer really work? Does God still hear our pleas and prayers today? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God has always and will always see, hear, and respond to us.

Scripture References: Solomon 1:21; Psalm 90:8; Proverbs 21:2; Psalm 115:3-8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 5, 2024

Title: Fostering Humility
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdvOu5LPiAI

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett continues to outline this short sermon series, what he prays you learn from II Chronicles 7:14, and what the people were experiencing at the time.

What are you praying for? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God heard Solomon’s prayer and He hears our prayers today!

He closes the segment sharing about the ingredients needed for gumbo. It’s kind of the same thing with the Christian life!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 4, 2024

Title: Fostering Humility
Topic: IF

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a three-week sermon series exploring the powerful promise of 2 Chronicles 7:14. In a world full of noise and distractions, we’re reminded of the call to humble ourselves, pray, and seek God’s face. This short series is a chance to go deeper and see what happens when we take God at His word.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon explaining how he prepares for a sermon and/or sermon series. It’s important stuff, especially in our society today. He also passionately urges all Christians to be involved in the political process in a responsible way.

He closes this segment outlining this short sermon series, what he prays you learn from II Chronicles 7:14, and what the people were experiencing at the time.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 25, 2024

Title: Lines in the Sand
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preaches a hard-hitting sermon about the importance of living a Biblical Worldview in a less than godly world. Although this is a stand-alone sermon, it is basically the FINAL finale for the Daniel series he completed a few weeks ago.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What should we do when a decision must be made that isn’t spelled out in Scripture? Pastor Jarrett encourages us to give grace, have faith, and show love.

Scripture References: Romans 14:23


FINAL THOUGHTS:

James 3:17 “But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 24, 2024

Title: Lines in the Sand
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preaches a hard-hitting sermon about the importance of living a Biblical Worldview in a less than godly world. Although this is a stand-alone sermon, it is basically the FINAL finale for the Daniel series he completed a few weeks ago.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett offers advice and encouragement as we share our testimony and God’s love to those around us, reminding us that Daniel didn’t back down from showing his love for God and obedience to His commands. But what should we do when a decision must be made that isn’t spelled out in Scripture? Pastor Jarrett has an answer for that, too!

Scripture References: James 1:5

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 23, 2024

Title: Lines in the Sand
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preaches a hard-hitting sermon about the importance of living a Biblical Worldview in a less than godly world. Although this is a stand-alone sermon, it is basically the FINAL finale for the Daniel series he completed a few weeks ago.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins this segment explaining what Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego’s names mean and why this is so significant. He then preaches on the importance of knowing God’s Word and how the Scripture should define our worldview, discussing abortion, sexual identity, racism, and theology.

Scripture References: Deuteronomy 6:6-9; Exodus 20:2-5; Acts 5:29

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 22, 2024

Title: Lines in the Sand
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preaches a hard-hitting sermon about the importance of living a Biblical Worldview in a less than godly world. Although this is a stand-alone sermon, it is basically the FINAL finale for the Daniel series he completed a few weeks ago.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we are living in Babylon right now and we must realize and recognize when to draw a line in the sand, especially if we are serving anything or anyone other than God. He then shares how individual and corporate worship helps us steer clear of those idols as we seek to share Christ’s love with others.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 21, 2024

Title: Lines in the Sand
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preaches a hard-hitting sermon about the importance of living a Biblical Worldview in a less than godly world. Although this is a stand-alone sermon, it is basically the FINAL finale for the Daniel series he completed a few weeks ago.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon giving a preview of his coming Fall Sermon Series and a bit of a history lesson about the Texas Revolution and the “Victory or Death Letter” that is on display at the Alamo.

He then preaches about the “lines in the sand” that Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were forced to make in order to take a stand for God.

Scripture References: Daniel 1:8; Daniel 3:15-18; Daniel 6:10

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 11, 2024

Title: The Silence of the Lions
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 6 – Daniel and the Lion’s Den.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett encourages us to find a place to pray and go there as often as possible, just as Daniel did even under the threat of death.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Daniel is a great person to emulate, but Jesus is the only one worthy of our worship and praise.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 10, 2024

Title: The Silence of the Lions
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 6 – Daniel and the Lion’s Den.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett offers hope and encouragement today as he continues to preach about Daniel’s resolve to keep praying and trusting God through trials and tough circumstances so his faith will be strengthened.

Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:6-7; James 1:3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 9, 2024

Title: The Silence of the Lions
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 6 – Daniel and the Lion’s Den.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett continues to read from Daniel 6, explaining the jealousy the high officials had toward Daniel and the plot they concocted against him. What was Daniel’s response to their plan and how did he end up in the den of the lions? Did his character crumble or did he continue to have faith in God?

Does your faith crumble when confronted by the evil schemes of Babylon? Or does your faith become strengthened?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 8, 2024

Title: The Silence of the Lions
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 6 – Daniel and the Lion’s Den.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett continues to discuss Daniel’s character and faith in God, encouraging us to examine our own lives. Are you living with a sense of excellence, honor, trustworthiness, and blamelessness like Daniel did?

Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:14-15

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 7, 2024

Title: The Silence of the Lions
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 6 – Daniel and the Lion’s Den.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett gives a brief review of what had happened in Daniel’s life while living in Babylon and the various kings who have ruled before he begins reading from Daniel 6.

He then explains why all the kings he had served under respected and liked Daniel, reminding us that we all have a purpose in God’s Kingdom no matter how old we are.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 4, 2024

Title: Party Time
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is nearly finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel  5.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

WARNING: Sin is Deceptive (1 Peter 5:5)

Bryan Chappell: “There is no human wall so high, no human accomplishment so great, that it is secure against the judgment of God.”

ENCOURAGEMENT: God is in Control

Why did God give warning after warning to people about following Babylon and the ways of the world? (Isaiah 47:8-11)

How can we know, without a shadow of a doubt, that God is fully in control?


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Remember: God is in total control. Stay faithful while living in Babylon.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 3, 2024

Title: Party Time
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is nearly finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel  5.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What was the warning Daniel gave King Belshazzar? Pastor Jarrett urges us to look at our own thoughts and actions. Do you sometimes act like King Belshazzar?

What was Daniel’s interpretation of the writings from God on the wall? Was it a message of doom and destruction? How did King Belshazzar reward Daniel?

WARNING: Sin Is Deceptive

Was King Belshazzar more drunk on pride or alcohol?

Is all sin rooted in pride? (1 Peter 5:5b; Proverbs 16:18)

Does God really see ALL our sins?

John Owen: “Be killing sin or sin will be killing you.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 2, 2024

Title: Party Time
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is nearly finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel  5.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How did God (the Party Crasher) get King Belshazzar’s attention? What was King Belshazzar’s response?

None of the king’s wise men could interpret the writings from God on the wall. Who recommended summoning Daniel?

What did the king say to Daniel? Did he try to bribe him with power and riches?

What was Daniel’s response to King Belshazzar? Why did Daniel give King Belshazzar a little history lesson about what happened to his own grandfather, King Nebo?

What was the warning Daniel gave King Belshazzar?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 1, 2024

Title: Party Time
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is nearly finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel  5.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Who was the Party Crasher? Why did his presence scare King Belshazzar?

FACT: Only three times in Scripture did God write something: The Ten Commandments, John 8 (the woman caught in adultery), and Daniel 5.

What does the face of God represent? (Numbers 6:25)

What does the hand of God represent? (Deuteronomy 4:34)

What do the fingers of God represent? (Psalm 8:3; Exodus 8)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 30, 2024

Title: Party Time
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is nearly finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel  5.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did King Belshazzar throw a big party? What did they do at this party? Pastor Jarrett explains that King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar has passed away, Daniel was in his early 80’s, and a new king was on the throne.

What was the king’s empire like? Did he have a massive castle with secure walls and lavish possessions?

What was happening outside the kingdom walls? Was the world at peace or were there armies ready to attack? Pastor Jarrett describes the scene and King Belshazzar’s attitude toward the turmoil.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 27, 2024

Title: Looking Up
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is about halfway finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 4, King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

King Nebo’s second dream did not immediately get his attention. How long did he suffer from pride?

What happened to King Nebo when he refused to repent and obey the God of Heaven? Pastor Jarrett reads from Galatians 6:7-8 and Proverbs 29:1 as he reminds us that God will break us when He wants to get our attention.

When did King Nebo finally give in and give up and surrender fully to God?


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Repentance is a change of mind, heart, and will. So, LOOK UP and find the Most High God.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 26, 2024

Title: Looking Up
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is about halfway finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 4, King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett explained that the tree that was cut down in King Nebo’s second dream was a symbol for King Nebo, his kingdom of Babylon, and a warning for him to repent.

Could Daniel force King Nebo to repent? Can we force others to repent? Will God continually pursue us – no matter what we do? (Daniel 2:46-47; Daniel 3:29)

King Nebo’s second dream did not immediately get his attention. How long did he suffer from pride? Tune in tomorrow for the conclusion of the sermon and the good news about King Nebo.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 25, 2024

Title: Looking Up
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is about halfway finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 4, King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What was the purpose of King Nebo’s second dream? Who was the “god” in King Nebo’s dream? (Daniel 4:17b; 4:25b; 4:32b)

Despite King Nebo, did God still reign in Babylon? Pastor Jarrett explains why he firmly believes that Christians have a responsibility to vote in elections and be involved in government.

Why was the tree in King Nebo’s dream cut down? Why was Daniel alarmed by this revelation? Did Daniel hesitate in telling King Nebo what the tree symbolized?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 24, 2024

Title: Looking Up
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is about halfway finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 4, King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Was King Nebo good or bad? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that no one is too far gone for God to save – including King Nebo! He then shares about a barista named Holly.

What was King Nebo’s second dream about? Did it disturb him, causing him to lose sleep? Who did he ask to interpret his dream?

How was the image in this dream different than the image in the first dream? Pastor Jarrett reads from Daniel 4, King Nebo’s second dream, describing the scene and Daniel’s interpretation.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 23, 2024

Title: Looking Up
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is about halfway finished with the sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he has been exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 4, King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are some promises from God found in the Bible? What are some promises God has fulfilled in your own life? Pastor Jarrett shares why he encourages married couples to remember why they love each other and the promise they made on their wedding day.

Why does the book of Daniel include a whole chapter written by King Nebo? What is his letter about?

Was King Nebo good or bad? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that no one is too far gone for God to save – including King Nebo! He then shares about a barista named Holly. Tune in tomorrow for the rest of the story.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 20, 2024

Title: Turning Up the Heat
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 3, offering words of wisdom as we face a world that is growing more hostile to Christians every day.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE!

When bad things happen, who is going to have your heart and where is your head going to be?

When everything in you wants to quit, will you continue to worship and trust the Lord?

How will you respond when people say, “What are you doing? Move on! Give up! God has left you!”

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that sometimes God delivers us from the fire, sometimes He delivers us through the fire, and sometimes He delivers us by the fire.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Babylon is a tough place to live. But know this: God has not left us here alone. He is with us. This story proves that there is no on one like Him. He is worthy of our worship. He is worthy of our trust.

Scriptures to study: 2 Corinthians 10; Ephesians 6:17; 1 Peter 1:13; Romans 8:6


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 19, 2024

Title: Turning Up the Heat
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 3, offering words of wisdom as we face a world that is growing more hostile to Christians every day.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

LIVING IN BABYLON: TEMPTATION TO GIVE UP

Would you be discouraged and doubt God’s love for you if you were being persecuted like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego? Pastor Jarrett admits that he would be tempted to give up.

How did they stay faithful and obedient to God?

What can we learn from Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego about courage? Remember Exodus 20:3-6.

LIVING IN BABYLON: WHO WILL YOU WORSHIP? WHO WILL YOU TRUST?

The temptation to give in is about the heart. Make sure your heart is completely surrendered to God.

The temptation to give up is about the head. Make sure you are thinking Biblically – especially when you are overwhelmed by Babylon.

Scriptures to study: 2 Corinthians 10; Ephesians 6:17; 1 Peter 1:13; Romans 8:6


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 18, 2024

Title: Turning Up the Heat
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 3, offering words of wisdom as we face a world that is growing more hostile to Christians every day.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REMEMBER: There will always be people who will try to discredit, slander, and silence Christians. That is why we must stand strong in our faith and be prepared for battle.

LIVING IN BABYLON: TEMPTATION TO GIVE IN

What is one idol you are worshipping more than God?

What is an idol? What is a counterfeit god? Pastor Jarrett quotes Tim Keller’s book, “Counterfeit Gods”.

Did King Nebo pressure the entire population of Babylon to bow down before his gigantic golden statue?

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to bow down – even under the threat of death. Why did King Nebo give them a second chance? Did they give in or stand strong?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 17, 2024

Title: Turning Up the Heat
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 3, offering words of wisdom as we face a world that is growing more hostile to Christians every day.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did King Nebo want all the important people present at the unveiling of his massive statue?

What was his command to the people when they saw the statue and heard the music? Pastor Jarrett explains why Daniel was so descriptive in telling this story.

What does Babylon mean? What did Babylon represent?


LIVING IN BABYLON: TEMPTATION TO GIVE IN

Are we living in Babylon today?

What is an idol? Pastor Jarrett quotes Tim Keller’s book, “Counterfeit Gods”.

What is one idol you are worshipping more than God?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 16, 2024

Title: Turning Up the Heat
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches from Daniel 3, offering words of wisdom as we face a world that is growing more hostile to Christians every day.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Have you ever been ridiculed for your faith? Have you ever been persecuted? Pastor Jarrett shares about three reformers who were burned at the stake and the “Oxford Martyrs” monument that was erected in their honor.

REVIEW: In Daniel 2, King “Nebo” Nebuchadnezzar made Daniel ruler over Babylon. Then Daniel gave his friends Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego authority over the affairs of the province.

What did the image represent that King Nebo dreamed about? Pastor Jarrett describes the statue and shares two images of gigantic statues – one in India and one in Sugar Land, Texas. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 41-minute mark to view the statues.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 13, 2024

Title: The Dream Chaser
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream from Daniel 2.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.
 

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did Daniel call Jesus “The Son of Man”? FUN FACT: Jesus used the phrase “The Son of Man” 70 times in the Gospels to describe himself. (Luke 1:31-33)

Remember the stone image that King Nebuchadnezzar dreamed about? Who did the stone image represent? (1 Peter 2:4,6; Psalm 118:22; Romans 9:33; 1 Corinthians 10:4; Matthew 16)

How did King Nebuchadnezzar reward Daniel for his honest interpretation of his dream?

What was the ultimate lesson we learn from Daniel’s interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? (Daniel 2:44-45) Pastor Jarrett says: “There is a greater Kingdom coming that will be greater than all earthly kingdoms.”

King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream was more like a nightmare. What is the good news for us?

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Live for the King and the coming Kingdom.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 12, 2024

Title: The Dream Chaser
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream from Daniel 2.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.
 

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did Daniel give all the glory to God, without fear of retribution from the king?

Why was Daniel so descriptive when he interpreted King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? In reality, was it the image or was it King Nebuchadnezzar’s empire/kingdom that was crumbling into oblivion? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour mark to view the AI-generated picture of the image that Daniel described. It’s pretty frightening.

What was the ultimate lesson we learn from Daniel’s interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? (Daniel 2:44-45)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 11, 2024

Title: The Dream Chaser
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream from Daniel 2.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.
 

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How did Daniel show complete faith and obedience in God in the midst of struggles and hardships? How can we exhibit the same faith and obedience? (Psalm 112:7)

Why is it important to have good, strong Christian friends who are willing to pray with you and for you? Pastor Jarrett shares about a few of his prayer warriors and discusses Daniel’s reliance on his prayer partners Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego).

How did Daniel interpret King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? Did Daniel give all the glory to God, without fear of retribution from the king?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 10, 2024

Title: The Dream Chaser
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream from Daniel 2.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.
 

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What was King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream about?

How did King Nebuchadnezzar’s advisors interpret his dream? Pastor Jarrett explains using Scripture from the New Testament: John 1:14; Revelation 21:3.

Why was Daniel so disturbed by King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream? What did he do to fix the problem? What was his attitude about the situation?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 9, 2024

Title: The Dream Chaser
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is a few weeks in on a sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. In this series, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream from Daniel 2.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.
 

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon reminiscing about Martin Luther King Jr’s “I Have a Dream” speech, which sets the stage for this week’s sermon, “The Dream Chaser”, about King Nebuchadnezzar’s nightmare dream.

What is the context behind King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? Pastor Jarrett explains the people’s interpretation of dreams and the importance they held.

What was God trying to tell King Nebuchadnezzar with this nightmare dream? What was King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream about? Pastor Jarrett reads from Daniel 2 and gives a little history about the language Daniel used and why that is significant to note.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 6, 2024

Title: Resolved
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about Daniel’s resolve to stay true and obedient to God and His Word through harsh and even deadly circumstances.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:8-21

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How did God honor Daniel’s courage and conviction to stand up to King Nebuchadnezzar?
Socially (vs 9)
Physically (vs 15)
Spiritually (vs 17)
Mentally (vs 20)
Professionally (vs 21)

NOTE: Click on the link above for the sermon and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 5-minute mark to view the great quote by John MacArthur.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

How can we be resolved in our conviction and have courage to stand up to Babylon (the world)?
Resolve to not make small compromises.
Resolve to grow in and live by your convictions.
Resolve to be courageous.
Resolve to trust God with the consequences of living this way.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 5, 2024

Title: Resolved
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about Daniel’s resolve to stay true and obedient to God and His Word through harsh and even deadly circumstances.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:8-21

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett outlined Daniel’s convictions as he encouraged us to stay obedient to God, preaching of the importance of godly parents, Biblical community, and studying the Scripture.

COURAGE AND CONVICTION > CONFORMITY AND COMPROMISE

Pastor Jarrett passionately warns us: “Small compromises lead to conforming to Babylon [the world].”

How did Daniel’s convictions save him?

Did God show favor toward Daniel and the others with him?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 4, 2024

Title: Resolved
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about Daniel’s resolve to stay true and obedient to God and His Word through harsh and even deadly circumstances.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:8-21

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

James Freeman Clarke: “Strong convictions precede great actions”.

Satan has always and will always do whatever he can to make us doubt God and destroy us. Why is it important to keep our resolve against Satan? How can we accomplish victory? Pastor Jarrett encourages us, explaining why our convictions should define us.

What formed the convictions in Daniel? Pastor Jarrett discusses Daniel’s godly parents, referencing 2 Kings 23:25 and the revival in the land at that time. He then explains the importance of having a Biblical community and studying Scripture.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 3, 2024

Title: Resolved
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about Daniel’s resolve to stay true and obedient to God and His Word through harsh and even deadly circumstances.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:8-21

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What was Babylon? What was the purpose of the people who lived in Babylon? Can our culture today be compared to Babylon? Pastor Jarrett uses the vicious cycle of “conformity and compromise”.

Remember: King Nebuchadnezzar was trying to brainwash Daniel and the others he brought from Jerusalem. What was Daniel’s response? Was he able to resist the king? How did Daniel show his love and devotion to God with his “resolve” to resist the food from the king’s table?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 2, 2024

Title: Resolved
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new sermon series entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about Daniel’s resolve to stay true and obedient to God and His Word through harsh and even deadly circumstances.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:8-21

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is important to you? How do you live your life? Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon discussing preacher and revivalist, Jonathan Edwards, and his influence on many peoples’ lives. His most famous sermon was entitled “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”.  But, Jonathan was most known for his “70 Resolutions”. You will definitely want to save the link to your favorites and refer to it often!

So, who was Daniel? What was life like for him and the people at that time? How did he get to Babylon from Israel? Why and how did King Nebuchadnezzar brainwash him and his friends? Pastor Jarrett gives a short review from last week’s sermon and then reads from the Scripture Passage for this week.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 30, 2024

Title: Brainwashed
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Satan is the author of confusion and shares the background behind Daniel’s story.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is Satan’s strategy? Pastor Jarrett wants us to remember that Satan wants nothing more than to keep us away from God and His love. He wants to keep us in Babylon.

Does Satan use force or “love” to convince the masses? Pastor Jarrett shares an interesting story about leading cattle to slaughter.

Book Reference: “Tempted and Tried” by Russell Moore

Is God still sovereign over all the earth today? (Daniel 1:2) Pastor Jarrett reminds us that, while the world may seem out of control and crazy, God is well-aware and He is totally in control.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Remember Satan’s strategies, but also remember God’s sovereignty. That’s the first step in being unshakable in a culture that is shaky.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 29, 2024

Title: Brainwashed
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Satan is the author of confusion and shares the background behind Daniel’s story.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

When King Nebuchadnezzar conquered Jerusalem, what did he do with some of the people, including Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (whose names were changed to Belteshazzar, Shadrach, Meshach¸ and Abednego)? What was required of them? Pastor Jarrett explains using a great quote from British Biblical Scholar John Goldingay, which can be found at the link above around the 1-hour mark.

What was the significance of King Nebuchadnezzar changing the men’s names? Was this “brainwashing” and indoctrination?

What is Satan’s strategy? Pastor Jarrett wants us to remember that Satan wants nothing more than to keep us away from God and His love. He wants to keep us in Babylon.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 28, 2024

Title: Brainwashed
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Satan is the author of confusion and shares the background behind Daniel’s story.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett continues to discuss the backstory of Babylon…

Did God send others before Daniel with warnings to the people about the consequences of their sinful behavior? (Isaiah 39:6-7; Jeremiah 4:15-17)

Why did God blame kings, leaders, prophets, and priests for the sins of Israel? Pastor Jarrett passionately discusses this, offering his opinion of the state of our nation and the world.

When did King Nebuchadnezzar conquer Jerusalem? What did he do with some of the people, including Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (whose names were changed to Belteshazzar, Shadrach, Meshach¸ and Abednego)?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 27, 2024

Title: Brainwashed
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Satan is the author of confusion and shares the background behind Daniel’s story.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What does “Babylon” mean? When did it begin? Was Babylon a Christian place to live? Who was the leader of Baylon? Was Babylon powerful? Pastor Jarrett reads from Genesis 11, the story of the Tower of Babel, explaining why he chose to title this sermon “Brainwashed”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 26, 2024

Title: Brainwashed
Topic: Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled: “Unshakable: A Study in the Book of Daniel”. Over the next few weeks, he will be exploring the life of Daniel, whose faith remained steadfast in the face of extreme challenges and whose unwavering commitment to God provides a powerful example for us today.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Satan is the author of confusion and shares the background behind Daniel’s story.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 1:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did Pastor Jarrett decide to do a series on the Book of Daniel? He reads some of the latest headlines from across the world, including the Houston area, that predict doom and gloom.

How is the spirituality of the world changing? Pastor Jarrett becomes nostalgic as he discusses the changes in religion, sharing some shocking and sad statistics about our post-Christian society.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 23, 2024

Title: Coming to Life
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series next week, he has a special message for us. This week, he uses Ezekiel 37:1-14 and the Valley of Dry Bones to encourage us to get our spiritual life right before it’s too late.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is it so essential for Christ-followers to study God’s Word? (Ezekiel 37:7-10) Pastor Jarrett passionately says: “If you need hope today, look no further than the God who can bring the dead back to life.”

So, what is the proof that God can bring the dead to life? (Ezekiel 37:11-14) Pastor Jarrett reminds us that the same promise God made to Ezekiel He has made to all of us.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

There is hope because the Word of God combined with the Spirit of God always leads to resurrection.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 22, 2024

Title: Coming to Life
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series next week, he has a special message for us. This week, he uses Ezekiel 37:1-14 and the Valley of Dry Bones to encourage us to get our spiritual life right before it’s too late.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is the solution to our “dry bones”? Why is it important to follow God’s command for a healthy spiritual life? Pastor Jarrett shares about his struggle with migraines.

Is it enough to just listen to podcasts or even casually read God’s Word? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that those are just temporary fixes and encourages us to really dig into the Word and surround ourselves with other Christians and spiritual mentors.

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett closes this segment sharing about the CFBC Midweek classes, such as: Financial Peace, Merge, ReEngage, Grief Share, Divorce Care, Prayer, and Life’s Healing Choices. They also have a new class entitled: Hurts, Habits, and Hangups. Text MIDWEEK to 77069 for more information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 21, 2024

Title: Coming to Life
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series next week, he has a special message for us. This week, he uses Ezekiel 37:1-14 and the Valley of Dry Bones to encourage us to get our spiritual life right before it’s too late.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How can we repair our relationship with the Lord? Can our dry bones really come back to life? Why is it so hard for us to believe and trust that God can fix everything? (Ezekiel 37:3; Luke 18:27; John 5:21; Acts 26:8)

Pastor Jarrett offers some words of wisdom and encouragement, reminding us that God makes the impossible possible, including bringing Jesus back to life!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 20, 2024

Title: Coming to Life
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series next week, he has a special message for us. This week, he uses Ezekiel 37:1-14 and the Valley of Dry Bones to encourage us to get our spiritual life right before it’s too late.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What was Ezekiel’s warning to the people about their sin and rebellion against God? (Ezekial 36:16-21)

What were the people’s specific sins? Pastor Jarrett reminds: “God judges sin. He did then and He does now. His love and His judgement are two sides of the same coin.”

What is your spiritual life like, really? Are you a mere skeleton sitting in the pew on Sunday and walking around Monday thru Saturday? What does God see when He looks at your spiritual life?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 19, 2024

Title: Coming to Life
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series next week, he has a special message for us. This week, he uses Ezekiel 37:1-14 and the Valley of Dry Bones to encourage us to get our spiritual life right before it’s too late.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What does hope mean to you? Pastor Jarrett shares a few “worldly” examples of things that bring us hope for the future.

Have you ever felt helpless? Can what is dead be brought back to life? Can men live without hope – specifically without the hope we have in the Lord? Pastor Jarrett gives some background behind the focused Scripture passage for this week and reads from the text.

What are two consequences of sin? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches more on this.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 16, 2024

Title: One Thing
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

The summer sermon series, “Promise Keeper”, has come to an end and before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series, he has a special message for us. This week, he warns us to not allow distractions to hinder our ministry or walk with the Lord.

Scripture Passage: Luke 10:38-42

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is spending time in the Word vital in our walk with the Lord? Pastor Jarrett shares about when he accepted Jesus into his heart thirty-five years ago…

Are you spending time with Jesus in prayer? Can we really receive answers to our questions and responses to our pleas through prayer? Pastor Jarrett discusses an interview between Dan Rather and Mother Teresa…

FINAL THOUGHTS:

In order to make a difference in this world, we must be committed to intimacy with Jesus as we walk with him and continually sit before him.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 15, 2024

Title: One Thing
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

The summer sermon series, “Promise Keeper”, has come to an end and before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series, he has a special message for us. This week, he warns us to not allow distractions to hinder our ministry or walk with the Lord.

Scripture Passage: Luke 10:38-42

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How does intimacy fuel ministry? Pastor Jarrett says: “We have to make sure that sitting before the Lord gets the priority and outweighs what we do for the Lord.”

Pastor Jarrett shares about their upcoming leadership training, “The Summit”. Click here for more information or Text “SUMMIT” to 77069 for more information. NOTE: The dinner/event took place on August 11, but you can still sign up for training information.

Why is spending time in the Word vital in our walk with the Lord? (John 1:1; Luke 11:1) Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Martha truly loved Jesus, but she was just too busy to slow down and spend time with him.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 14, 2024

Title: One Thing
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

The summer sermon series, “Promise Keeper”, has come to an end and before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series, he has a special message for us. This week, he warns us to not allow distractions to hinder our ministry or walk with the Lord.

Scripture Passage: Luke 10:38-42

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Can serving Jesus through ministry hinder our relationship with him? Pastor Jarrett says: “Distraction creates distance…[Satan] does not want you to experience intimacy with the Almighty.”

How does Satan distract us? What is distracting you right now from your relationship with Jesus? What is creating distance in your walk with the Lord?

Pastor Jarrett urges us to answer three questions as we study and learn from Martha:
Are you exhibiting a critical spirit?
Are you comparing yourself to others?
Are you complaining?

How does intimacy fuel ministry? Pastor Jarrett says: “We have to make sure that sitting before the Lord gets the priority and outweighs what we do for the Lord.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 13, 2024

Title: One Thing
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

The summer sermon series, “Promise Keeper”, has come to an end and before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series, he has a special message for us. This week, he warns us to not allow distractions to hinder our ministry or walk with the Lord.

Scripture Passage: Luke 10:38-42

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Martha sometimes gets a bad rap. So why did Martha welcome Jesus into her home and why did he accept the invitation? Pastor Jarrett shares some fun facts about Martha.

Why was Martha irritated with her baby sister, Mary? Did she complain to Jesus about it? What was his response? (vs 40-41)

Can serving Jesus through ministry hinder our relationship with him? Pastor Jarrett says: “Distraction creates distance.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 12, 2024

Title: One Thing
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

The summer sermon series, “Promise Keeper”, has come to an end and before Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the fall sermon series, he has a special message for us. This week, he warns us to not allow distractions to hinder our ministry or walk with the Lord.

Scripture Passage: Luke 10:38-42

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

FUN FACT: Olympics Gold Medalist Simone Biles is a big fan of CFBC. In fact, one of the church members helped raise her! So, Pastor Jarrett and other staff members got the privilege of giving Simone and the other girls a Bible and prayed over them before they headed to Paris.

What is the reward for hard work? Are Christians commanded to do the “hard work”? What does God teach about it? What did Jesus say about it? Pastor Jarrett says: “What we do for Him should never be a substitute for being with Him.”

Why did Martha welcome Jesus into her home? Pastor Jarrett shares some fun facts about Martha.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 21, 2024

Title: No Condemnation
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Romans 8:1 “There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR FUTURE

British New Testament scholar and retired Anglican Bishop N.T. Wright once stated: “The Greek word nyn ‘now’ is important here. There is therefore now no condemnation. This is both logical (now therefore) and temporal (in the present time). The future verdict can be announced in the present, because the Messiah has dealt with his people’s sins, and the spirit indwells them to bring them to resurrection.”

Why did Paul bookend Romans 8 with “no condemnation” with “no separation”? (Romans 8:31-39)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

“No separation” is possible because “no condemnation” is a reality. It’s a promise that we can claim and cling to from now until the day we stand before God.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 20, 2024

Title: No Condemnation
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Romans 8:1 “There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR PRESENT

FUN FACT: The phrase “in Christ” appears 119 times in Paul’s letters. This is 119 promises to claim!

How are we united “in Christ”? (Romans 3:24; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 3:26; Ephesians 2:13)

What sins cause you guilt? What do you wish you could stop doing but just can’t seem to stop? Pastor Jarrett challenges everyone to write down our sins in our Bible (YES IN OUR BIBLE) and then write the words “no condemnation” next to it! Listen as he explains why we must reject condemnation.

Why is Satan called the “accuser of the brethren”? (Revelation 12:10)

*** What is the difference between condemnation and conviction? Pastor Jarrett shares a great graphic, which can be found around the 1-hour mark at the link above.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 19, 2024

Title: No Condemnation
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Romans 8:1 “There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR PAST

What if all of your impure thoughts, bad words spoken, selfish motives, and immoral acts were on display for all to see? Would you cringe and hide in fear of judgement? Remember: God knows ALL you have done and STILL loves you and He will NEVER stop loving you!

What is the only thing stopping God from condemning us all? (Romans 5:8-9; 18-19; Romans 6:22-23; Romans 7:25; Romans 8:1)

Eugene Peterson in his Message translation refers to “condemnation” as “a continuous, low lying black cloud” that is over our lives.

OUR PRESENT

There are two present realities we can cling to when remembering our salvation in Christ:
We are free from the law of sin. (Romans 8:2)
We are free to live by the Spirit. (Romans 8:3-4)

FUN FACT: The phrase “in Christ” appears 119 times in Paul’s letters.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 18, 2024

Title: No Condemnation
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Romans 8:1 “There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR PAST

Why is it in our human nature to sin? Is this really how God designed us to be? Or did He design us to be spiritual and holy?

Do we “deserve” condemnation?

Do you ever really, really want to do what is right, but you do the wrong thing anyway? So did Paul! (Romans 7:14-24)

What if all of your impure thoughts, bad words spoken, selfish motives, and immoral acts were on display for all to see? Would you cringe and hide in fear of judgement? Remember: God knows ALL you have done and STILL loves you and He will NEVER stop loving you!

What is the only thing stopping God from condemning us all?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 17, 2024

Title: No Condemnation
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Romans 8:1 “There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is Romans Pastor Jarrett’s favorite book of the Bible? What do other spiritual leaders from history say about Romans?

Why is the phrase “no condemnation” so significant? Does this phrase apply to every person – past, present, and future?

OUR PAST

What was Paul trying to convey in Romans 8?

What does condemnation mean? Pastor Jarrett gives a great explanation…

What is our condemnation for our sins? (Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23)

Is sin just an action like lying, cheating, or stealing? (Romans 7:14; Romans 5:12; 18)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 14, 2024

Title: Our Sustainer
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Psalm 55:22 “Cast your burden on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

GOD’S OBLIGATION

What is our obligation to God when we pray?

What is God’s obligation to us? (1 Peter 5:7)

Does God have an obligation to fulfill His promises to us?

Does God actually want us to cast our burdens onto Him?

Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon telling the story of Charles Tindley, who is known as the “Grandfather of Gospel Music” because he wrote many hymns and songs, including “We Shall Overcome”.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Take your burdens to the Lord and He will fulfill His promises.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 13, 2024

Title: Our Sustainer
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Psalm 55:22 “Cast your burden on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR OPPORTUNITY

What happens when we pray?

Does Jesus intercede for us when we pray?

Do you have complete faith and trust that God will follow through with His promises?

GOD’S OBLIGATION

What is our obligation to God when we pray?

What is God’s obligation to us? (1 Peter 5:7)

Does God have an obligation to fulfill His promises to us? Commentator Donald Williams: “We can never know the release and relief of this promise until we act on it through prayer bringing our burden to the Lord. He, in turn, sustains us and keeps us firm. This is His work. All we can do is be open and let him do it.”

Does God actually want us to cast our burdens onto Him?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 12, 2024

Title: Our Sustainer
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Psalm 55:22 “Cast your burden on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Who wrote Psalm 55? What was he dealing with at this time in his life? (see verses 1-21 and 2 Samuel 15)

How did David respond to the problem he was facing? How did David know how and what to pray? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that knowing Scripture will help us in our prayer life. He also encourages us to not be shy about taking our requests and petitions to God.

What happened to David’s enemies after his prayer?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 11, 2024

Title: Our Sustainer
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Psalm 55:22 “Cast your burden on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

OUR OPPORTUNITY

What does “cast” mean? (Micah 7:19)

What does “burden” mean? Theologian and Old Testament Scholar Derek Kidner puts it this way: “The word burden is too restrictive. It means whatever is given you, your appointed lot (hence in New English Bible, ‘your fortunes’).”

Do you ever lay awake at night worrying over a situation you’re in? What do you need a break from? Pastor Jarrett reminds us to “throw it on the Lord!”

Who wrote Psalm 55? What was he dealing with at this time in his life? (see verses 1-21 and 2 Samuel 15)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 10, 2024

Title: Sustainer
Topic: Promise Keeper

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer series this week entitled: “Promise Keeper”. The focus each week will be on a different promise from God found in the Bible – both the Old and New Testaments. His sermon this week is on Psalm 55:22 “Cast your burden on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How many promises from God are in the Bible? What is the importance of a promise? Pastor Jarrett recalls some childhood and college memories…

What should we look for when studying the Bible? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 48-minute mark to view the list.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

How can we cast our burdens upon the Lord?

Is it a privilege to cast our burdens upon the Lord?

What does “cast” mean? (Micah 7:19)

What does “burden” mean? Theologian and Old Testament Scholar Derek Kidner puts it this way: “The word burden is too restrictive. It means whatever is given you, your appointed lot (hence in New English Bible, ‘your fortunes’).”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 7, 2024

Title: Jesus On JESUS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on what Jesus said about himself!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here..

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What should our response be to realizing Jesus is God? (John 20:28; Matthew 14:32-33; Matthew 28:17a; Mark 10:52; Luke 5:4-11)

BOTTOM LINE:

Does it really matter who we think Jesus is?

Or must we trust that Jesus is who he says he is?

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Confess Jesus as Lord.

Worship Jesus as Lord.

Follow Jesus as Lord.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 6, 2024

Title: Jesus On JESUS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on what Jesus said about himself!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here..

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Who did Jesus claim to be? Pastor and author John Stott: “So close was His connection with God that he equated a man’s attitude to himself with his attitude to God. Thus to know Him was to know God (John 8:19, 14:17); to see Him was to see God (John 12:45, 14:9); to believe Him was to believe in God (John 12:44, 14:1); to receive Him was to receive God (Mark 9:37); to hate Him was to hate God (John 15:23); and to honor Him was to honor God (John 5:23).”

THE MINISTRY OF JESUS

Are there many (MANY) ways Jesus showed he was God throughout his ministry? Pastor Jarrett shares some of the well-known miracles and specifically discusses Mark 2:5-12.

Why did Jesus seek out those who needed healing, not those who were healthy?

What should our response be to realizing Jesus is God? (John 20:28; Matthew 14:32-33; Matthew 28:17a)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 5, 2024

Title: Jesus On JESUS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on what Jesus said about himself!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here..

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE CLAIMS OF JESUS

Today, Pastor Jarrett discusses three places in Scripture that indicate Jesus referred to himself as God. (John 8:56-59; John 10:30-33; Mark 14:61b-64)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 4, 2024

Title: Jesus On JESUS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on what Jesus said about himself!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here..

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE CHARACTER OF JESUS:

What are the characteristics of God? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed some of the communicable characteristics we share with God. Today, he discusses three incommunicable characteristics that are unique only to God.

Is Jesus “omniscient”? (Matthew 9:4; John 4:17b-18; Matthew 28:18)

Is Jesus “sovereign”? (John 10:18)

Is Jesus “eternal”? Pastor Jarrett discusses the Apostles’ Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 3, 2024

Title: Jesus On JESUS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on what Jesus said about himself!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here..

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is one of the most well-known questions in the Bible? (Matthew 16:13-15)

Did Jesus ever claim to be God? This answer may surprise you!

THE CHARACTER OF JESUS:

What are the characteristics of God? Pastor Jarrett discusses some of the communicable characteristics. Tomorrow, he will discuss the incommunicable characteristics.

Book Reference: “Knowledge of the Holy” by AW Tozer

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 31, 2024

Title: Jesus On TEMPTATION
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on how to recognize and defeat temptation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 4:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE DEFEAT OF TEMPTATION

How can we defeat temptation? How can we say NO to Satan and YES to God?

Will knowing Scripture help us defeat the devil? (Psalm 119:11; Ephesians 6; Galatians 6:7-9; 1 John 2:15-17) Pastor Jarrett shares two personal stories on how knowing Scripture has helped him throughout his life.

How can the Holy Spirit help us defeat temptation? (John 15)

How can the Armor of God help us defeat temptation? (Ephesians 6)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 30, 2024

Title: Jesus On TEMPTATION
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on how to recognize and defeat temptation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 4:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Martin Luther on temptation: “You cannot keep birds from flying over your head, but you can keep them from building a nest in your hair.”

THE TOOLS OF TEMPTATION

Have the devil’s tactics changed much since he tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden? Pastor Jarrett discusses how the devil creates doubt, perverts desires, and distorts and deceives. (Genesis 3:1-6)

Why does Satan use physical appetites, personal ambitions, and spiritual allegiances to tempt us?

What was the devil’s goal when he tempted Jesus?

THE DEFEAT OF TEMPTATION

How can we defeat temptation? How can we say NO to Satan and YES to God?

Will knowing Scripture help us defeat the devil? (Psalm 119:11; Ephesians 6)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 29, 2024

Title: Jesus On TEMPTATION
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on how to recognize and defeat temptation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 4:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Martin Luther on temptation: “You cannot keep birds from flying over your head, but you can keep them from building a nest in your hair.”

THE ORIGIN OF TEMPTATION

Where does temptation come from?

Why is the devil referred to as “the tempter”? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that the devil is a real being. He is not make-believe. He isn’t a cartoon with a pitchfork and a pointy tail. He is real. Very, very real.

What is Satan’s goal with temptation?

What did Jesus say about Satan and temptation? (John 8:44; John 10:10)

THE TOOLS OF TEMPTATION

Have the devil’s tactics changed much since he tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden? Pastor Jarrett discusses how the devil creates doubt, perverts desires, and distorts and deceives. (Genesis 3:1-6)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 28, 2024

Title: Jesus On TEMPTATION
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on how to recognize and defeat temptation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 4:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE TIMING OF TEMPTATION (continued from yesterday)

Have you ever experienced temptation when you’re in a “high point” in life? Pastor Jarrett uses the “high” after summer kids/youth camp as one example…

THE DEFINITION OF TEMPTATION What is the difference between testing and temptation? Warren Wiersbe: “Temptation is Satan’s weapon to defeat us, but it can become God’s tool to build us.”

Does all temptation come from the devil?

Does God test His children? (1 Peter 1:7; James 1:3)

How did Jesus avoid giving in to temptation by the devil? How can WE avoid giving in to temptation, as well? Martin Luther: “You cannot keep birds from flying over your head, but you can keep them from building a nest in your hair.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 27, 2024

Title: Jesus On TEMPTATION
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a sermon on how to recognize and defeat temptation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 4:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Is everyone affected by temptation? Pastor Jarrett shares about his love of cookie cake…

Why do all four Gospels include the temptation and baptism of Jesus? How does this compare to the Israelites time in the desert?

THE TIMING OF TEMPTATION

Does the devil have the “perfect timing”?

Why does it always seem like temptation comes at the worst possible time?

Have you ever experienced temptation when you’re in a “high point” in life?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 24, 2024

Title: Jesus On FORGIVENESS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with powerful message on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

NOTE: This message was preached on Mother’s Day, so many references are made throughout the sermon about mothers.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS/ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is the only unpardonable sin that will damn us to hell? Pastor Jarrett passionately pleads with us to give our hearts to Jesus!

Song Reference: Grace Greater Than Our Sin

Why should we forgive repeatedly like Jesus? (Luke 17:3-4)

Why should we forgive freely like Jesus?

How does Jesus empower forgiveness? Pastor Jarrett has a powerful testimony to share about forgiveness…

FINAL THOUGHTS:

You will never be free, healed, or whole until you have received forgiveness from God and granted forgiveness to those who have wronged you.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 23, 2024

Title: Jesus On FORGIVENESS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with powerful message on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

NOTE: This message was preached on Mother’s Day, so many references are made throughout the sermon about mothers.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How did Jesus model forgiveness? (Luke 22:34)

Why should we forgive quickly like Jesus? (1 John 1:9)

Why should we forgive completely like Jesus? (Micah 7:9; Psalm 103:12)

Why should we forgive repeatedly like Jesus? (Luke 17:3-4)

What is the only unpardonable sin that will damn us to hell? Pastor Jarrett passionately pleads with us to give our hearts to Jesus!

Song Reference: Grace Greater Than Our Sin

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 22, 2024

Title: Jesus On FORGIVENESS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with powerful message on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

NOTE: This message was preached on Mother’s Day, so many references are made throughout the sermon about mothers.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

God is perfectly just and merciful. How does this tie into forgiveness? (Matthew 18:21-27)

Why should we offer others forgiveness? (Matthew 18:28-30)

What happens when we do not forgive others like God forgives us? (Matthew 18:31-35)

What is the lesson Jesus taught in this parable? New Testament Scholar F.F. Bruce: “Should some persist in an unforgiving attitude toward others, could they even so enjoy the assurance of God’s forgiveness? If Jesus’s teaching means what it says, they could not.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 21, 2024

Title: Jesus On FORGIVENESS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with powerful message on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

NOTE: This message was preached on Mother’s Day, so many references are made throughout the sermon about mothers.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does forgiveness also mean forgetting?

Is forgiveness a feeling?

Why should forgiveness be real and not fake?

What does forgiveness mean? Pastor Jarrett has a fantastic explanation/definition to share…

What if we don’t want to forgive someone?

How often are we commanded to forgive someone who hurts us over and over and over again? (Matthew 18:21-22)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 20, 2024

Title: Jesus On FORGIVENESS
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with powerful message on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 18:21-35

NOTE: This message was preached on Mother’s Day, so many references are made throughout the sermon about mothers.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is “Mom Guilt”? Pastor Jarrett jokes around a bit, BUT encourages mothers to forgive THEMSELVES!

What did Jesus teach on forgiveness? Is forgiveness important to Jesus? (Matthew 6:12; Luke 11:2-4; Matthew 6:14-15)

Why is forgiveness hard for us? Evangelist Erwin Lutzer: “Forgiveness sounds like a marvelous idea until you are the one that has to do it.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 17, 2024

Title: Jesus On JUDGMENT
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a hard-hitting message on the final day of judgment.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:31-46

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Some believe that there will be three different judgments upon death. What is Pastor Jarrett’s belief according to Scripture? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed Scripture after Scripture as he explained his belief. Today, he wraps up his explanation. (Matthew 25; 2 Corinthians 10; Romans 14; Revelation 19; Matthew 3:12; Matthew 13; Matthew 7:12)

If salvation isn’t based on good works, why does it matter how we live? Pastor Jarrett says: “It ain’t about what you say; it’s about a heart that’s been changed!”

Are there varying degrees of reward and punishment? (Luke 12:42-48; Matthew 25:21)


FINAL THOUGHTS:

What will you experience at the Final Judgment: commendation or condemnation?


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 16, 2024

Title: Jesus On JUDGMENT
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a hard-hitting message on the final day of judgment.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:31-46

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What will Judgment Day be like? (John 5:24) Pastor Jarrett explains how non-believers and believers will be judged differently.

Is it okay to just “wait one more day”? Is salvation available after death?

Some believe that there will be three different judgments upon death. What is Pastor Jarrett’s belief according to Scripture? (Matthew 25; 2 Corinthians 10; Romans 14; Revelation 19; Matthew 3:12; Matthew 13)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 15, 2024

Title: Jesus On JUDGMENT
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a hard-hitting message on the final day of judgment.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:31-46

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Who is our Judge? (2 Timothy 4:1; John 5:26-27)

Why does Jesus say he is NOT a “judge”? (John 8:15-16; John 12:47-48)

Who does God say Jesus is? (John 3:17)

What will Judgment be like? (John 5:24) Pastor Jarrett explains how non-believers and believers will be judged differently.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 14, 2024

Title: Jesus On JUDGMENT
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a hard-hitting message on the final day of judgment.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:31-46

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

When will the Final Judgment occur? Who knows when the Final Judgment will take place? (Matthew 24; Matthew 25:13)

What does “The Son of Man” mean? Why did Jesus refer to himself as The Son of Man more than any other name? (Daniel; Matthew 24:36-39)

Who is our Judge? (2 Timothy 4:1; John 5:26-27)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 13, 2024

Title: Jesus On JUDGMENT
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the CFBC sermon series: “Jesus On – The Only Perspective that Matters” with a hard-hitting message on the final day of judgment.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:31-46

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REALITY CHECK: Will everyone, one day, be required to stand in judgment before God? (Matthew 12:36; Matthew 15:27; Luke 8:17; Hebrews 9:27)

What did Jesus say about the Final Judgment? (Matthew 25:31-46)

When will the Final Judgment occur? (Matthew 24)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 3, 2024

Title: Jesus On MONEY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on how our view of money directly affects and relates to what we do with our money.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.


If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

STEWARDSHIP

Who should we give to? How much should we give? Where should we give? (Matthew 23:23; Matthew 25:35-40) Pastor Jarrett passionately shares various ways you can become more involved in financially helping build the Kingdom of God.


FINAL THOUGHTS:

A faithful and responsible steward will invest their money in the Kingdom by giving it to God as an act of worship and to others as an act of service.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 2, 2024

Title: Jesus On MONEY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on how our view of money directly affects and relates to what we do with our money.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.


If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

STEWARDSHIP

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett warned about being truthful when offering our tithes to God, preaching on the Parable of the Dishonest Manager from Matthew 25.

What does stewardship look like? Is it simply tithing or is there more to it? (Mark 12:41-44; Mark 21:42; Matthew 6:1-4; Luke 6:38) Pastor Jarrett’s mawmaw always told him: “You can’t outdo the Lord.” Amen!

Why should we give discreetly, sacrificially, and willingly?

Will our economy and God’s economy ever line up? Click here for more information about the Financial Peace University classes offered at Champion Forest Baptist Church.

Who should we give to? How much should we give? Where should we give? (Matthew 23:23; Matthew 25:35-40)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 1, 2024

Title: Jesus On MONEY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on how our view of money directly affects and relates to what we do with our money.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.


If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

PERSPECTIVE

What do you treasure more: money or Jesus? Randy Alcorn, author, teacher, pastor, and founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries: “Every day, the person whose treasure is on earth is headed away from his treasure. Every day, the person whose treasure is in heaven is headed toward his treasure.”

STEWARDSHIP

What are you doing with your money?

What does stewardship mean?

What are the two main responsibilities of a wise steward?

What did Jesus say about being a good steward? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the Parable of the Dishonest Manager in Luke 16 and the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25.

What does stewardship look like? Is it simply tithing or is there more to it?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 30, 2024

Title: Jesus On MONEY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on how our view of money directly affects and relates to what we do with our money.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.


If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

PERSPECTIVE

Why does money have such an effect on our hearts?

How can focusing on money hinder our walk with Christ?

Why did Jesus warn about coveting money so many times? Two examples are the Parable of the Rich Fool  in Luke 12 and the Parable of the Rich Ruler in Luke 18.

What do you treasure more: money or Jesus? (Matthew 6:38; Matthew 6:19) CS Lewis in “Mere Christianity”: “Aim at heaven and you get Earth ‘thrown in’. Aim at Earth and you will get neither.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 29, 2024

Title: Jesus On MONEY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on how our view of money directly affects and relates to what we do with our money.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.


If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Why is it so hard for preachers to preach about money? Pastor Jarrett confesses that he is always hesitant to preach on this topic – but Jesus wasn’t!

PERSPECTIVE

How do you view money? (Matthew 6:24)

Is having a lot of money wrong or bad or unchristian? Can it be dangerous to have a lot of money? Pastor Jarrett references the Kingdom Project sermon series.

Why does money have such an effect on our hearts?

How can focusing on money hinder our walk with Christ?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 26, 2024

Title: Remember
Topic: Special Lesson

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens fills in for Mark Lanier this week, but he won’t be teaching on Revelation. He wants you to remember – remember when you came to a saving knowledge of Jesus, where you are in Christ today, and your journey with God the Father.

To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ special video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

REMEMBER YOUR TOUGHEST TRIAL

When have you felt closest to God? Pastor Jarrett recalls visiting Israel. NOTE: Click here to order a copy of Pastor Jarrett’s book: “The Mountains are Calling”.


REWARDS OF REMEMBERING

Remembering produces thanksgiving. (Psalm 50:14; 23)

Remembering fuels worship. (Psalm 103:1-2)

Remembering strengthens our faith.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jesus On MARRIAGE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on God’s design and intent for marriage.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 19:3-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What does God desire for us on the topic of marriage? Pastor Jarrett offers some great advice and encouragement for all of us, whether we are single, married, or divorced.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

What God desires is what God designs.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 25, 2024

Title: Remember
Topic: Special Lesson

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens fills in for Mark Lanier this week, but he won’t be teaching on Revelation. He wants you to remember – remember when you came to a saving knowledge of Jesus, where you are in Christ today, and your journey with God the Father.

To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ special video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

If you or someone you know has suffered abuse, please do not hesitate to reach out to a counselor or pastor at your church or call CFBC 281.440.3800.

REMEMBER YOUR TOUGHEST TRIAL

Does God care about our trials? Does God care when we suffer? What can we learn from our trials? How can we help others through our trials? (Psalm 34:17-18; Isaiah 57:15)

Pastor Jarrett offers encouragement through his own trials and some very personal details about sexual abuse he endured as a child.

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jesus On MARRIAGE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on God’s design and intent for marriage.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 19:3-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What was Jesus’ response to the Pharisees question about divorce? (Matthew 19:9) Pastor Jarrett discusses his rebuke of the Pharisees and his defense of women, quoting Theologian William Barclay: “There is no time in history when the marriage bond stood in greater peril of destruction than in the days when Christianity first came into this world. At the time, the world was in danger of witnessing the almost total break-up of marriage and the collapse of the home.”

What did the disciples say in response to Jesus’ words about marriage and divorce? Did Jesus agree with them?

Who was Jesus talking to when he spoke about acceptable reasons for divorce? (Reference Matthew 5:31-32)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 24, 2024

Title: Remember
Topic: Special Lesson

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens fills in for Mark Lanier this week, but he won’t be teaching on Revelation. He wants you to remember – remember when you came to a saving knowledge of Jesus, where you are in Christ today, and your journey with God the Father.

To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ special video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

REMEMBER YOUR CALLING

Are we all called to do something for the Kingdom? (1 Corinthians 1:26-29)


REMEMBER WHEN THE LORD FIRST USED YOU

Do you remember the first time God used you? If you can, wasn’t it AWESOME?


REMEMBER WHEN YOU MET YOUR SPOUSE/HAD CHILDREN

Do these memories bring you joy? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God brings couples together for a purpose and shares when and how he met his wife, Debbie, and first held his children.


REMEMBER YOUR TOUGHEST TRIAL

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett shares some very personal details about sexual abuse he endured as a child. We will conclude his testimony in tomorrow’s segment.

If you or someone you know has suffered abuse, please do not hesitate to reach out to a counselor or pastor at your church or call CFBC 281.440.3800.

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jesus On MARRIAGE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on God’s design and intent for marriage.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 19:3-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

NOTE: Click here to read more of the Religious Landscape Study which Pastor Jarrett references at the beginning of today’s segment.

If marriage is so sacred and important to God, why does He allow divorce? What reasons are acceptable for divorce in God’s eyes? (Matthew 19:3; Deuteronomy 24:1-4)

What was Jesus’ response to the Pharisees question about divorce? (Matthew 19:9) Pastor Jarrett explains why there are different translations/interpretations of these verses and which one he believes is correct.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 23, 2024

Title: Remember
Topic: Special Lesson

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens fills in for Mark Lanier this week, but he won’t be teaching on Revelation. He wants you to remember – remember when you came to a saving knowledge of Jesus, where you are in Christ today, and your journey with God the Father.

To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ special video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

REMEMBER YOUR SALVATION

What is sin like? Why do we need a Savior? Pastor Jarrett shares his personal salvation story.


REMEMBER YOUR CALLING

What does it mean to be “called by God”?

Are we all called to do something for the Kingdom? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that our career is our calling. Our passions are our calling. Our hobbies are our calling. Everything we do can and should be done for the glory of God.

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jesus On MARRIAGE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on God’s design and intent for marriage.
Scripture Passage: Matthew 19:3-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

NOTE: Click here to listen to sermons from the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series which Pastor Jarrett references in the beginning of today’s segment.

What did Jesus say about divorce? (Matthew 19:4-6; Genesis 1:27; 2:24)

Is marriage something that man and woman can do alone?

Why is the covenant of marriage so sacred to God? Why did he design marriage to be permanent?

Is Satan always trying to destroy marriage? Pastor Jarret outlines a few of the schemes of the devil to separate and kill marriage. “Satan puts a question mark where God put a period,” Pastor Jarrett reminds us.

NOTE: Click here to read more of the Religious Landscape Study which Pastor Jarrett references at the end of today’s segment.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 22, 2024

Title: Remember
Topic: Special Lesson

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens fills in for Mark Lanier this week, but he won’t be teaching on Revelation. He wants you to remember – remember when you came to a saving knowledge of Jesus, where you are in Christ today, and your journey with God the Father.

To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ special video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why are we commanded to “remember”?

Pastor Jarrett starts off the lesson with some Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Deuteronomy 8:2; Isaiah 46:8-9; Psalms 77:11; Psalm 195:55

REMEMBER YOUR SALVATION

When were you saved?

What memories do you have from when you asked Jesus into your heart?

What is sin like? Why do we need a Savior? Pastor Jarrett begins sharing his own salvation story. We’ll wrap it up in tomorrow’s segment.

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jesus On MARRIAGE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank) – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on God’s design and intent for marriage.
Scripture Passage: Matthew 19:3-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Pastor Jarrett begins the segment today sharing about the Houston Church Planter’s Network. Click here for more information about this ministry.

Why is the topic of marriage and divorce such a touchy subject within the church? Pastor Jarrett shares his heart tenderly and passionately.

Was marriage the first institution God created?

What did Jesus say about divorce? (Matthew 19:4-6; Genesis 1:27; 2:24)

NOTE: Click here to listen to sermons from the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series which Pastor Jarrett references at the end of today’s segment.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 19, 2024

Title: Jesus On ANXIETY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)”. This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

How can we all have less anxiety and more faith? PRAY! Philippians 4:6-8

Max Lucado: “Worry is the interest we pay on the prayerless life.”

PRAY: Pursue the Lord and his will.
PRAY: Remember what the Lord has done.
PRAY: Ask the Lord to hear and answer your prayer.
PRAY: Yield your will to God’s will.


FINAL THOUGHTS:

If you want worry (which is unreasonable, unproductive, unhealthy, and unchristian) to decrease and your faith to increase, you must pray.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 18, 2024

Title: Jesus On ANXIETY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)”. This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

How many times did Jesus talk about faith in the Gospel of Matthew?

Does anxiety affect our faith in God? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett spoke about worrying being a sin. If you missed it, check out our archives for the segment. Today, he quotes from AW Tozer’s book, “The Pursuit of God”.

What is the difference between little faith and great faith? Pastor Jarrett references two instances in Matthew when Jesus healed two people who demonstrated “great faith”.

How can we all have less anxiety and more faith? PRAY! Philippians 4:6-8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 17, 2024

Title: Jesus On ANXIETY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)” – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on ANXIETY.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:25-34

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

ANXIETY IS UNHEALTHY

How can anxiety affect our health – physically, emotionally, and spiritually? Pastor Jarrett discusses some very disturbing statistics about mental health, especially among young people, from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health and information from the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.


ANXIETY IS UNCHRISTIAN (vs 31-32)

Why worry if we know that God already knows about our struggles and has a plan to fix it?

Is worrying a sin? Pastor Jarrett believes this question has a complicated response. He says: “While we will have causes of concern, those causes of concern should not have us.”

Does anxiety affect our faith in God? How many times did Jesus talk about faith in the Gospel of Matthew?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 16, 2024

Title: Jesus On ANXIETY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)” – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on ANXIETY.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:25-34

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

ANXIETY IS UNREASONABLE (vs 26, 28-30)

What does anxiety mean? How does the Bible translate anxiety?

Why do we often have tunnel vision when it comes to things we have no control over? Pastor Jarrett discusses the Worry Cycle by Dr. Linda Mintle found in her book: “Letting Go of Worry”.

What encouragement did Jesus offer the people to ease their worry and anxiety?

ANXIETY IS UNPRODUCTIVE (vs 27)

Does worry help anything? Does worry make things better? Pastor Jarrett discusses the results of a recent study conducted by Cornell University.

ANXIETY IS UNHEALTHY

How can anxiety affect our health – physically, emotionally, and spiritually? Pastor Jarrett discusses some very disturbing statistics   about mental health, especially among young people, from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 15, 2024

Title: Jesus On ANXIETY
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)” – the only perspective that matters. This week, he preaches on ANXIETY.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:25-34

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

“In every life we have some trouble, but when you worry, you make it double. So don’t worry. Be happy!” Sounds easy, but it’s not, is it?

What did Jesus say about anxiety and worry? Who was Jesus speaking to during this sermon? How many times did he tell them to not be anxious in this passage? What encouragement did Jesus give to the people? Pastor Jarrett reads from the Scripture passage for this week, explaining what was going on in the town and the peoples’ lives at the time. It all sounds very familiar to what we are experiencing today.

Why is anxiety unreasonable? Tune in tomorrow for more encouragement from Pastor Jarrett on this.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 12, 2024

Title: Jesus On LIFE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)”. This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Today, Pastor Jarrett continues his passionate invitation to those who have never accepted Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior. We are including the closing hymn, “Because He Lives”, as well. Sing along and praise Jesus today!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 11, 2024

Title: Jesus On LIFE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)”. This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

JESUS GIVES ETERNAL LIFE

Pastor Jarrett shares three Scripture passages with Jesus’ own words about eternal life.

John 3:36 “Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him.”

John 10:27-28 “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. “

John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Today, Pastor Jarrett also begins his invitation to come into the Kingdom of God and live forever – for eternity – in heaven.

A – Admit
B – Believe
C -Confess


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 10, 2024

Title: Jesus On LIFE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)”. This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

JESUS GIVES LIFE

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett preached on how Jesus gives us physical life. (John 1:1; Colossians 1:16)

Today, he shares how Jesus gives us spiritual life.

Are you spiritually alive or dead? Do you have a personal relationship with Jesus? (John 5; John 10:10)


JESUS GIVES ETERNAL LIFE

Pastor Jarrett shares one of three Scripture passages with Jesus’ own words about eternal life. Today, he unpacks John 3:36.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 9, 2024

Title: Jesus On LIFE
Topic: Jesus On

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On (fill in the blank)”. This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

JESUS IS LIFE

What did Jesus tell his disciples the last night before he was crucified?

Why was Jesus’ claim that he was the way, the truth, and the life so outrageous? Pastor Jarrett quotes from CS Lewis’ book: “Mere Christianity”.

JESUS GIVES LIFE

Does Jesus give physical life? (John 1:1; Colossians 1:16)

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches about how Jesus gives us spiritual life.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 8, 2024

Title: Jesus On LIFE
Topic: Jesus On LIFE

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens began a new series on Easter Sunday entitled “Jesus On” (fill in the blank). This week, he preaches on LIFE, reminding us that there is no name more powerful or more beautiful than the name of Jesus!

Scripture Passage: John 14:6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REFLECT ON THE HUMILITY OF JESUS

What is the most important opinion on any subject? Pastor Jarrett believes that the only opinion that matters is the opinion – the truth – of Jesus.

JESUS IS LIFE

FACT: In the Gospel of John, the word “life” is mentioned more than 35 times – mostly by Jesus about himself and his ministry. Why and how did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead?

Why did Jesus stop a funeral?

What did Jesus tell his disciples the last night before he was crucified?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 5, 2024

Title: A Palm Sunday Reflection
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, we are airing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon. In this sermon, he reminds us to reflect on the sovereignty, royalty, and humility of Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 21:1-11

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REFLECT ON THE HUMILITY OF JESUS

How did Jesus arrive in Jerusalem for Passover? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the life and character of Jesus. Are you a humble person? Or do you demand loyalty and devotion from others? Think about it!

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Uninterrupted time + unhurried devotion = uninhibited worship

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 4, 2024

Title: A Palm Sunday Reflection
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, we are airing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon. In this sermon, he reminds us to reflect on the sovereignty, royalty, and humility of Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 21:1-11

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REFLECT ON THE ROYALTY OF JESUS

Did the people fully understand who Jesus was and why he was in Jerusalem? (Psalm 118:25-26)

What had the people been experiencing for hundreds of years before the coming of Jesus? Why were they so excited about him? Pastor Jarrett reflects back on the prophecy of Zechariah.

Jesus normally told people to keep his miracles quiet. However, during Passover, he readily received their worship. Why? (Luke 19:439-40)

Is your life under the rule and reign of Christ? How is your worship life? Are you giving your whole life to Jesus?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 3, 2024

Title: A Palm Sunday Reflection
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, we are airing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon. In this sermon, he reminds us to reflect on the sovereignty, royalty, and humility of Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 21:1-11

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REFLECT ON THE SOVEREIGNTY OF JESUS

What does the Old Testament say about the coming of Jesus the Messiah? Pastor Jarrett uses Zechariah’s prophecy as just one example, saying: “Everything Jesus was doing in this moment was purposeful.”

If God is sovereign, does that mean our choices don’t matter? Pastor Jarrett has a great answer for this!

REFLECT ON THE ROYALTY OF JESUS

Did the people fully understand who Jesus was and why he was in Jerusalem? (Psalm 118:25-26)

Tune in tomorrow for more from Pastor Jarrett on the royalty of Jesus.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 2, 2024

Title: A Palm Sunday Reflection
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, we are airing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon. In this sermon, he reminds us to reflect on the sovereignty, royalty, and humility of Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 21:1-11

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REFLECT ON THE SOVEREIGNTY OF JESUS

What is the significance of Jesus (the Passover lamb) entering Jerusalem on Passover? (John 1:29)

Did Jesus know what was going to happen when he went to Jerusalem for Passover? (Matthew 16; Mark 9; Matthew 20; Matthew 24; Luke 19:32)

Were the disciples confused over the transformation of the people who one day loved Jesus and the next day were saying “crucify him”?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 1, 2024

Title: A Palm Sunday Reflection
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, we are airing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon. In this sermon, he reminds us to reflect on the sovereignty, royalty, and humility of Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 21:1-11

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Why is worship important? Pastor Jarrett has this equation: “Uninterrupted time + unhurried devotion = uninhibited worship.”

Why was Passover considered the most sacred of all meetings in ancient times? Is it just as sacred today? (Exodus 12:14)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 29, 2024

Title: Meeting Jesus
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us about the life of Zacchaeus – a man hated and scorned by the people, but loved and accepted by Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Luke 19:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

How did meeting Jesus change Zacchaeus’s life forever? Has meeting Jesus changed YOUR life forever?  If you haven’t met Jesus, Pastor Jarrett has some encouraging words for you: “Jesus changes lives! It’s what he does! Salvation is what it’s all about. He came to seek and save the lost.”

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Pastor JD Lowrie: “Zacchaeus climbed a tree to see Jesus and just a couple of weeks later, Jesus would climb a different tree to save Zacchaeus.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 28, 2024

Title: Meeting Jesus
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us about the life of Zacchaeus – a man hated and scorned by the people, but loved and accepted by Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Luke 19:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What are you doing to serve others? Pastor Jarrett shares some amazing testimonials from CFBC church members who are seeking and reaching the lost for the Kingdom of God. He also shares his personal conviction of never losing sight of the “main thing”.

How did meeting Jesus change Zacchaeus’s life forever? Has meeting Jesus changed YOUR life forever?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 27, 2024

Title: Meeting Jesus
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us about the life of Zacchaeus – a man hated and scorned by the people, but loved and accepted by Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Luke 19:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What three things can we learn from this Scripture passage? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus sees, knows, and accepts YOU, the same as he did Zacchaeus. He wants to spend time with you – no matter what is going on in your life. Jesus loves you and wants to sit at YOUR table!

Pastor Jarrett also has a warning for Christians: Don’t ever stop seeking Jesus and never stop telling others of his love!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 26, 2024

Title: Meeting Jesus
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us about the life of Zacchaeus – a man hated and scorned by the people, but loved and accepted by Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Luke 19:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Who was Zacchaeus? Why were he and others in his profession so hated?

If Zacchaeus was such a “sinner”, why did he desire to see Jesus so badly? Pastor Jarrett offers several different reasons…

Why did Zacchaeus “run ahead” of the crowd and climb a tree? Pastor Jarrett shares about visiting Israel and seeing the ruins in Jericho. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 41-minute mark to see a sycamore tree.

Why did Jesus want to go to Zacchaeus’s house? Remember: Jesus was “just passing through”. What caused Jesus to stay and visit with Zacchaeus?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 25, 2024

Title: Meeting Jesus
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us about the life of Zacchaeus – a man hated and scorned by the people, but loved and accepted by Jesus.

Scripture Passage: Luke 19:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon telling of his recent family trip on a Disney Cruise.

Where was Jesus before he died on the cross and was resurrected? He was in Jericho, where he met Zacchaeus. Pastor Jarrett reads from the Scripture passage and explains the economy of Jericho and why Jesus was passing through the city on his way to Jerusalem.

Who was Zacchaeus? Why couldn’t he see Jesus?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 22, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Reflect And Record

Get a journal! Write down dates, names, prayer requests, praises – everything! Use the journal in your devotional and prayer time.

Chinese Proverb: “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.”

OBSERVE: Verse By Verse

NOTE: CFBC has a great Bible reading plan that you can start any time. Text “DEVO” to 77069 to get started today.

OBSERVE: Exercise Your Faith

You are what you eat! Ever heard that? Pastor Jarrett says: “What you read, put into practice” referencing James 1:22 “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”

For more information about Life Groups at CFBC, text “GROUPS” TO 77069.

For more information about Discipleship at CFBC, text “DISCIPLE” to 77069.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 21, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Engage In Scripture

Do you need wisdom? Do you need joy? Do you need encouragement? Engage in Scripture!

Ask these questions: Is there a promise to claim? Is there a sin to avoid? Is there a command to obey? Is there a blessing to enjoy? Is there an example to follow? Is there a teaching to learn? What does this text teach me about God? What does this text teach me about me?

Scripture References: Psalm 19:7-11; Proverbs 2:1=6

OBSERVE: Reflect And Record

Get a journal! Write down dates, names, prayer requests, praises – everything! Use the journal in your devotional and prayer time.

Chinese Proverb: “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 20, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Open Your Bible

Get a study Bible with notes. Pastor Jarrett likes one in the English Standard Version.

NOTE: CFBC has a great Bible reading plan that you can start any time. Text “DEVO” to 77069 to get started today. Wake up 15 minutes earlier than normal to spend time in the Word.

Scripture References: Psalm 19:130; Hebrews 4:12

OBSERVE: Begin In Prayer

Find a quiet place. Pray before you read your Bible. Pastor Jarrett says: “Begin with a prayer of surrender. Ask the Lord to speak to you in your time alone”

OBSERVE: Sit In Silence

Limit distractions. Put the phone down. Turn off the computer screen. Silence the radio or TV.

Pastor Jarrett says: “Let your mind be empty… Busyness is an enemy of intimacy”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 19, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is the Great Commission? Does it still apply to us today?

Is baptism really important? Pastor Jarrett becomes very passionate about this topic, saying: “It is very sacred. It is very spiritual.”

The disciples were able to observe Jesus up close and in person. How can we observe Jesus today? Can observing Jesus help us grow as disciples?

What is the first thing we must do to grow as a disciple?

Book Reference: “The Essential Presence” by Bill Elliff

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 18, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is a disciple? What is discipleship? What are the different kinds of discipleship? Pastor Jarrett discusses the CFBC Residency Program.

When and why did the name “Christian” originate? Are all Christians also disciples? Are YOU a Christian? Do people around you know that you are a Christian? (Acts 11:26)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 15, 2024

Title: Kingdom Impact
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? This week, Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his series “The Kingdom Project”, encouraging us to be Salt and Light to an unbelieving and often dark world.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

IMPACT THE LOST

Think about what you can do today to be salt and light to those around you. It doesn’t have to be a “big thing”; it can be something small. That person will remember your act of kindness forever.

IMPACT YOUR CHURCH

Why is church membership important?

Why is it also important to be part of a small group/life group/Sunday school class?

Where can you serve to help impact and advance the Kingdom of God?

NOTE: If you would like to know what your spiritual gift is, text the word KINGDOM to 77069. You will be sent a link that allows you to take a spiritual gifts assessment. It takes about 15 minutes to answer some questions and it will allow you to see the results. You do not need to be a member of CFBC in order to complete this assessment.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 14, 2024

Title: Kingdom Impact
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? This week, Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his series “The Kingdom Project”, encouraging us to be Salt and Light to an unbelieving and often dark world.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

IMPACT THE LOST

Today, Pastor Jarrett shares about the initiative CFBC members participated in last year called “BLESS” and the importance of being an informed voter as a citizen of the Kingdom of God.

Do you look and act differently than non-believers? If not, change! Pastor Jarrett shares about the fair he went to as a boy where a woman “transformed” into a werewolf. (To get the full effect of the story, click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour mark.)

Scripture References: Colossians 4:5-6; Matthew 5:10-12; Philippians 2:24-25


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 13, 2024

Title: Kingdom Impact
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? This week, Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his series “The Kingdom Project”, encouraging us to be Salt and Light to an unbelieving and often dark world.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

IMPACT YOUR FAMILY

Hey parents and grandparents: Are you living a life full of salt and light? (Ephesians 5:8-11) Pastor Jarrett takes a few moments to passionately speak directly to fathers and mothers.

IMPACT THE LOST

Who can you impact today? Remember that God places people in your path so you can be salt and light. (Acts 17:26) Pastor Jarrett shares how his desire to plant churches began while serving with the “Granola Bar Church” twenty years ago.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 12, 2024

Title: Kingdom Impact
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? This week, Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his series “The Kingdom Project”, encouraging us to be Salt and Light to an unbelieving and often dark world.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

SALT (vs 13)

What does salt mean?

Why was salt a commodity in Biblical times?

How are we, as citizens of the Kingdom, like salt?

In a nutshell: Are you making life better or worse for those around you?


LIGHT (vs 14-16)

What is the purpose of light? (Genesis 1:3; John 12:8)

Can light be hidden?

Why should we, as citizens of the Kingdom, let our light shine?

How does light impact darkness? Pastor Jarrett shares about his families’ recent trip to the Houston Rodeo to see the Christian band For King and Country.

Is your light exposing darkness?


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 11, 2024

Title: Kingdom Impact
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? This week, Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his series “The Kingdom Project”, encouraging us to be Salt and Light to an unbelieving and often dark world.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REVIEW:

What is the Kingdom of God?

Why should we always be seeking the Kingdom of God? (Matthew 6:33; Matthew 13)

What is a Kingdom Heart? (The Beatitudes)

Are you bringing people to the Kingdom Party?

Is spiritual warfare real in our society today?

Do you know what your Kingdom Purpose is? NOTE: If you would like to know what your spiritual gift is, text the word KINGDOM to 77069. You will be sent a link that allows you to take a spiritual gifts assessment. It takes about 15 minutes to answer some questions and it will allow you to see the results. You do not need to be a member of CFBC in order to complete this assessment.

What kind of impact are you making for the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett uses the illustration of skipping rocks on a lake.

What is the greatest metaphor in the Bible? (Matthew 5:13-16) Salt and light! Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches on “salt”.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 8, 2024

Title: Kingdom Purpose
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett encourages us through Scripture to find our “sweet spot” – the place where we can use our talents to most effectively further advance the Kingdom of God.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:14-30

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Don’t Get Discouraged. Just be faithful. Sometimes we think our situation isn’t ideal to serve God, but remember: God uses EVERY situation and event to grow our faith.

Don’t Compare Yourself to Others. The quickest way to lose your joy and your reward is to compare yourself to others.

Do Discover Your Kingdom Purpose. Pray! Ask God to reveal your “sweet spot”.

Do Determine to be Faithful. This is ALL that God requires of us: Faithfulness. (1 Corinthians 4:1-2; 2 Timothy 4:7)


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 7, 2024

Title: Kingdom Purpose
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett encourages us through Scripture to find our “sweet spot” – the place where we can use our talents to most effectively further advance the Kingdom of God.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:14-30

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

DISCOVERING YOUR SWEET SPOT: Personal Experiences

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God has allowed certain situations and events – both good and bad – to take place in your life in order to advance His Kingdom! He also shares about a few church members’ Kingdom Purpose and how they are using their own personal experiences to advance the Kingdom of God.

What is the lesson we learn from the Parable of the Talents? (Matthew 25:14-30)


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 6, 2024

Title: Kingdom Purpose
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett encourages us through Scripture to find our “sweet spot” – the place where we can use our talents to most effectively further advance the Kingdom of God.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:14-30

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

DISCOVERING YOUR SWEET SPOT: Spiritual Gifting

If you would like to know what your spiritual gift is, text the word KINGDOM to 77069. You will be sent a link that allows you to take a spiritual gifts assessment. It takes about 15 minutes to answer some questions and it will allow you to see the results. You do not need to be a member of CFBC in order to complete this assessment.

DISCOVERING YOUR SWEET SPOT: Personal Experiences

What life lessons have you learned over the years? How can you help others in similar situations? (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God has allowed certain situations and events – both good and bad – to take place in your life in order to advance His Kingdom! He also shares about a few church members’ Kingdom Purpose and how they are using their own personal experiences to advance the Kingdom of God.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 5, 2024

Title: Kingdom Purpose
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett encourages us through Scripture to find our “sweet spot” – the place where we can use our talents to most effectively further advance the Kingdom of God.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:14-30

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Who was the man Jesus spoke of in the Parable of the Talents? Why did he give his servants different amounts of talents (money)? How much were they worth?

DISCOVERING YOUR SWEET SPOT: Education and Skills

Pastor Jarrett reads from Exodus 35:10, 30-35…

Is every person really fearfully and wonderfully made? Does every person really have a special gift/talent? (Psalm 139:4)

Are you taking advantage of every skillset God has blessed you with?

DISCOVERING YOUR SWEET SPOT: Passions and Interests

What are you passionate about? Do you realize that God has placed that passion inside of you in order to advance His Kingdom? Think about it!

DISCOVERING YOUR SWEET SPOT: Spiritual Gifting

Pastor Jarrett reads from 1 Peter 4:10 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-7; 11. Tune in tomorrow as he preaches more about the importance of paying attention to spiritual gifting and personal experiences as we advance the Kingdom of God.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 4, 2024

Title: Kingdom Purpose
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett encourages us through Scripture to find our “sweet spot” – the place where we can use our talents to most effectively further advance the Kingdom of God.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 25:14-30

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is the purpose of our lives and as members of the Church? Pastor Jarrett explains why he keeps a baseball bat in his church office, reminding us that God has given each of us a specific gift to further the Kingdom of God.

What is the “Olivet Discourse”? (Matthew 24-25) Click the link above and fast-forward to the 39-minute mark to view the panoramic view of the Mount of Olives.

What is the purpose of a parable? Pastor Jarrett quickly reviews a few of the parables he has discussed over the past few weeks, then reads the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30).


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 1, 2024

Title: Kingdom Conflict
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett warns about the spiritual battles we will face as Christians seeking the Kingdom of God. The good news, though, is that prayer is the best weapon to use in those battles!

Scripture Passage: Various passages every day

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

NOTE: The first Saturday morning of every month, Champion Forests hosts a prayer service that all are welcome to attend. No agenda. No sermon. Just prayer. For more information, call the church at 281.440.3800.

PRAYER: Helps us stay faithful.

Why is it important to keep our guard up? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of David and Bathsheba and explains why John 15:1-11 is one of his favorite passages in the Bible.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Kingdom Conflict is a given. Show up and report for duty. Jesus is your commanding officer. Read the Word and never stop praying.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 29, 2024

Title: Kingdom Conflict
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett warns about the spiritual battles we will face as Christians seeking the Kingdom of God. The good news, though, is that prayer is the best weapon to use in those battles!

Scripture Passage: Various passages every day

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

John Piper once stated: “Prayer is primarily a wartime walkie-talkie for the mission of the Church as it advances against the powers of darkness and unbelief.” Click the link above and fast-forward to the one-hour mark to view the full quote.

Priest O. Hallesby wrote: “The secret prayer chamber is a bloody battleground. Here violent and decisive battles are fought out. Here the fate for souls for time and eternity is determined in quietude and solitude.”

PRAYER: Helps us stay fighting.

How can prayer help us in spiritual warfare against the enemy? (Matthew 6:13)

What did Jesus say about praying to fight the enemy? (Matthew 26:41)

What if you could see the invisible force of the enemy? Would you pray more? (1 John 4:4)


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 28, 2024

Title: Kingdom Conflict
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett warns about the spiritual battles we will face as Christians seeking the Kingdom of God. The good news, though, is that prayer is the best weapon to use in those battles!

Scripture Passage: Various passages every day

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

PRAYER: Helps us stay focused.

Did Jesus pray a lot? YES! “He is the ultimate example!” Pastor Jarrett says, listing some of the times Jesus prayed. NOTE: Click here to order a copy of Pastor Jarrett’s book, “The Mountains are Calling.”

What is the “secret” to a good prayer life? (Luke 11:1-2; Matthew 6:5-10)

Is God the center of your life? If not, PRAY!

Are you struggling with your faith? PRAY!

When you do pray, what is your focus? Well… PRAY about that, too! After all, that’s what God wants us to do, anyway!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 27, 2024

Title: Kingdom Conflict
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett warns about the spiritual battles we will face as Christians seeking the Kingdom of God. The good news, though, is that prayer is the best weapon to use in those battles!

Scripture Passage: Various passages every day

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

KINGDOM CONFLICT: We have a real enemy.

Who is Satan? Who obeys Satan, doing battle against us? (Ephesians 6:12; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Ephesians 2:2)

Is Satan like a ghost? Is Satan a made-up story? (John 10:10)

KINGDOM CONFLICT: We are a real target.

Is Satan after believers and unbelievers alike?

Will Satan do everything he can to keep people in the dark?

Does Satan do everything he can to keep Christians in a battle with the darkness?

Is Satan a master of confusion?

How do we combat the enemy? PRAYER! (Ephesians 6:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:17)

Pastor and author David Guzik: “We should use every kind of prayer we can think of…constant, fervent prayer.” Click the link above and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark for the full quote.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 26, 2024

Title: Kingdom Conflict
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett warns about the spiritual battles we will face as Christians seeking the Kingdom of God. The good news, though, is that prayer is the best weapon to use in those battles!

Scripture Passage: Various passages every day

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.



If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REVIEW:

What is the Kingdom of God?

Why should we seek the Kingdom of God? (Mathew 6:33)

What is a Kingdom Heart? (The Beatitudes)

Why should we invite everyone to the Kingdom Party?

What happens when we live a life focused on the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we will be bombarded by Satan, the Prince of Darkness.

KINGDOM CONFLICT: We are in a real battle.

Will we always see the battles taking place? Pastor Jarrett discusses the battles we will face and the victory we have in Jesus. (Colossians 1:13-14)

Author Edward McKendree (E.M.) Bounds: “It cannot be said too often that the life of a Christian is warfare, an intense conflict, a lifelong contest… From start to finish, it is war.” Click the above link and fast-forward to the 39-minute mark to view the full quote.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches more on the enemy who wants nothing more than to destroy us and our relationship with our Heavenly Father.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 23, 2024

Title: Bringing People to the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about the importance of evangelism.

Scripture Passage: Luke 14:12-24

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Have you RSVP’d to God’s Kingdom Party in Heaven? Pastor Jarrett says: “Sin is fun for a season, but following Jesus is fun through all seasons!”

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Accept God’s invitation TODAY. His party can start at any time. Don’t delay!

Extend God’s invitation to everyone you meet. Don’t go to the party alone.

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 22, 2024

Title: Bringing People to the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about the importance of evangelism.

Scripture Passage: Luke 14:12-24

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Does your life express God’s Kingdom? Can strangers see that you’re a Christian?

THE PARABLE OF THE BANQUET (LUKE 14:12-24)

What was the party hosts’ response to the guests’ excuses to not attend his party?

Who was Jesus telling this Parable to? Why was he speaking directly to them about this issue?

What was the point of his Parable?

How did the servant respond to the hosts’ command to invite the outcasts to the party? Did those people accept the invitation? Will there always – ALWAYS – be room for one more person at God’s party in Heaven?

JC Ryle: “There is nothing wanting on God’s part for the salvation of man. If man is not saved, the fault is not on God’s side. The Father is ready to receive all who come to Him by Christ. The Son is ready to cleanse all from their sins who apply to Him by faith. The Spirit is ready to come to all who ask for Him. There is an infinite willingness in God to save man, if man is only willing to be saved.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 21, 2024

Title: Bringing People to the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about the importance of evangelism.

Scripture Passage: Luke 14:12-24

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Pastor Jarrett was recently invited to Detroit and had the opportunity to tour Motown Records. Listen in as he tells the incredible story…

THE PARABLE OF THE BANQUET (LUKE 14:12-24)

Why did the host of the party send his servant to gather his guests?

Why did some of the guests refuse to come to the party?

Who did the host invite in their place?

Have you RSVP’d to Jesus’ party in Heaven? What excuse are you using to not accept the invitation? What is distracting you from accepting the invitation? What are you prioritizing over Jesus?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 20, 2024

Title: Bringing People to the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about the importance of evangelism.

Scripture Passage: Luke 14:12-24

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

THE PARABLE OF THE BANQUET (LUKE 14:12-24)

Why was Jesus invited to the party? Did Jesus ever decline a party invitation?

Who else did the party host invite?

Why did Jesus rebuke the host and the other party guests? (vs 7-11)

Will everyone invited to the Kingdom Party accept the invitation? Have you RSVP’d to Jesus’ party in Heaven? Think about it!!!

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues his story about Motown Records…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 19, 2024

Title: Bringing People to the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about the importance of evangelism.

Scripture Passage: Luke 14:12-24

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Will the Kingdom of Heaven be like a Big Party? Pastor Jarrett talks about FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out and how he envisions Heaven.

How would someone describe your life? Are you full of joy? Do you celebrate life? Are you constantly negative and sad? Are you a complainer? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that the Kingdom Life should be a Joyous life!

Pastor Jarrett reads the Parable of the Banquet. (Luke 14:12-24) Tune in tomorrow as he explains the context behind the Parable.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 16, 2024

Title: A Kingdom Heart
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus wants us to have an inward renewal of the heart as he preaches on the Beatitudes found in Jesus’ Sermon on the mount.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

THE BEATITUDES: Verses 7-11

TENDER (vs 7) How can we move from seeing a need to fulfilling a need? (1 John 3:17)

Is it really important for Christians to do “works”? Does it matter how “big” the work is? Pastor Jarrett shares about a recent trip to the DMV…

PURE (vs 8) Are you a moral person? Do you have a clean conscience? Are you right with God right now? Pastor Jarrett says: “With purity, there’s power.” (Ephesians 5:5)

PEACEFUL (vs 9) Do you seek to bring peace or amnesty? REMEMBER: Jesus is called the Prince of Peace! Be like Jesus! (2 Corinthians 5:19-20)

RESOLUTE (vs 10-11) Have you ever experienced persecution for your belief in God? Do you rejoice in the persecution?

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Do you have a Kingdom Heart? If so, your heart will be humble, broken, gentle, holy, tender, pure, peaceful, and resolute! If you foster this Kingdom Heart, you will be happy, happy, happy.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 15, 2024

Title: A Kingdom Heart
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus wants us to have an inward renewal of the heart as he preaches on the Beatitudes found in Jesus’ Sermon on the mount.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

THE BEATITUDES: Verses 6-8

HOLY (vs 6) What does “righteousness” mean?

How are our physical and spiritual needs similar? Pastor Jarrett shares about Panchos Mexican Buffet.


TENDER (vs 7)

How can we move from seeing a need to fulfilling a need? (1 John 3:17)

Is it really important for Christians to do “works”? Does it matter how “big” the work is? Pastor Jarrett shares about a recent trip to the DMV…


PURE (vs 8)

Are you a moral person? Do you have a clean conscience? Are you right with God right now? Pastor Jarrett says: “With purity, there’s power.”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 14, 2024

Title: A Kingdom Heart
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus wants us to have an inward renewal of the heart as he preaches on the Beatitudes found in Jesus’ Sermon on the mount.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

A.W. Tozer: “It is doubtful whether God can bless a man greatly until he has hurt him deeply… For He brings us through these tests as preparation for greater use in the Kingdom.” For the full quote, click the link above and fast-forward to the 50-minute mark.

THE BEATITUDES: Verses 4-6

BROKEN (vs 4) Is it okay for a Christian to mourn? (Isaiah 57:15, Psalm 34:17-18) Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Christians feel pain and sorrow just like non-believers.

When do you most often feel the presence of the Lord?

GENTLE (vs 5) What does “meek” mean? Does it mean weak or timid or insecure? Pastor Jarrett shares a great story about horses to explain…

Who was the meekest man who walked the earth (other than Jesus)?

HOLY (vs 6) How are our physical and spiritual needs similar? Pastor Jarrett shares about Panchos Mexican Buffet.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 13, 2024

Title: A Kingdom Heart
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus wants us to have an inward renewal of the heart as he preaches on the Beatitudes found in Jesus’ Sermon on the mount.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Why does Pastor Jarrett compare The Beatitudes to a spiritual echocardiogram?

How are The Beatitudes connected together?

THE BEATITUDES: Verses 3-4

HUMBLE (vs 3) What does “poor in spirit” mean? (Matthew 18:1-4)

Who can receive the Kingdom of God?

BROKEN (vs 4) Is it okay for a Christian to mourn? (Isaiah 57:15, Psalm 34:17-18) Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Christians feel pain and sorrow just like non-believers. When do you most often feel the presence of the Lord?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 12, 2024

Title: A Kingdom Heart
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus wants us to have an inward renewal of the heart as he preaches on the Beatitudes found in Jesus’ Sermon on the mount.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

REVIEW:

What is the Kingdom of God?

What should our priority be when seeking the Kingdom of God?

Do you wake up every day seeking to advance the Kingdom of God?

What was the point and message of Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount? Pastor Jarrett shares about past trips to Israel and one specific place he always visits.

Why does Pastor Jarrett compare The Beatitudes to a spiritual echocardiogram? Tune in tomorrow for more on The Beatitudes.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 9, 2024

Title: Seeking the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett uses several well-known Parables from Jesus to show us the value and power of God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

HOW CAN WE SEEK THE KINGDOM?

Pastor Jarrett discusses three ways: Head. Heart. Hands.

Head: Read God’s Word. Educate yourself with Scripture. (Ephesians 6:17; 1 Peter 1:13; 2 Corinthians 10:5)

Heart: Have a soft heart. How? Pray!

Hands: What are you doing for the Kingdom? Where are you serving?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 8, 2024

Title: Seeking the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett uses several well-known Parables from Jesus to show us the value and power of God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

MATTHEW 13:3-9; 18-23 The Parable of the Sower Explained

Why did Jesus often speak in parables? Why didn’t Jesus usually explain what his parables meant?

Why did Jesus explain the Parable of the Sower? Pastor Jarrett shares his own interpretation of the parable…

Does Satan know how valuable and powerful the Kingdom of God is?

Does Satan know how important our faith is?

Does Satan do everything he can to keep us from finding good soil and putting down roots in the Word?

How does the Kingdom advance in the world? Pastor Jarrett briefly discusses our service to God and our faith through suffering. NOTE: He will preach more on this in an upcoming sermon.

What happens to the Kingdom of God when we don’t do our part? What happens to us?

HOW CAN WE SEEK THE KINGDOM?

Pastor Jarrett discusses three ways: Head. Heart. Hands.

Head: Read God’s Word. Educate yourself with Scripture.

Tune in tomorrow for more on the heart and hands.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 7, 2024

Title: Seeking the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett uses several well-known Parables from Jesus to show us the value and power of God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

MATTHEW 13:31-33 The Kingdom Has Power

Was Jesus the king the people imagined?

Why did Jesus use the mustard seed and yeast to describe the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett gives a beautiful illustration…

What is your Kingdom purpose? Are you advancing the Kingdom with your talents, gifts, and purposes?

MATTHEW 13:3-9; 18-23 The Parable of the Sower Explained

Why did Jesus often speak in parables?

Why didn’t Jesus usually explain what his parables meant?

Why did Jesus explain the Parable of the Sower?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 6, 2024

Title: Seeking the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett uses several well-known Parables from Jesus to show us the value and power of God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Can your life be described as a “seeking first the Kingdom” kind of life? Does your life revolve around the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett shares about his time Ouachita Baptist University and a diagram he once saw on a wall. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 40-minutes to view the “self-directed” vs “Christ-directed” diagram.

MATTHEW 13:44-45 The Kingdom Has Value

How is the Kingdom like a hidden treasure?

Why does the Kingdom have value?

What did people do with their treasures and things of value?

What treasures are you seeking? Are you seeking worldly value or Kingdom value?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more about the power of the Kingdom.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 5, 2024

Title: Seeking the Kingdom
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his series “The Kingdom Project”. In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

This week, Pastor Jarrett uses several well-known Parables from Jesus to show us the value and power of God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What does life in the Kingdom look like? Pastor Jarrett references The Sermon on the Mount, specifically Matthew 6:33.

Why did Jesus speak so often about the Kingdom of God/Heaven?

Do you desire to advance the Kingdom of God every single day in everything you do? Can your life be described as a “seeking first the Kingdom” kind of life? Pastor Jarrett shares about his time Ouachita Baptist University and a diagram he once saw on a wall. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 40-minute to view the “self-directed” vs “Christ-directed” diagram.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 2, 2024

Title: The Kingdom of God
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 7-week sermon series, "The Kingdom Project". In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

Scripture Passage: John 3:1-8

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Remember Nicodemus? What can we learn from his conversation with Jesus about salvation and the Kingdom of God? (John 3:1-8)

What makes us a citizen of the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon sharing about three of his daughters’ birthdays and surprising them with a trip to Disneyland. The sign above the entrance reads: “Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.” The Kingdom of God does so much more than Disneyland could ever do!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 1, 2024

Title: The Kingdom of God
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 7-week sermon series, "The Kingdom Project". In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

Scripture Passage: John 3:1-8

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

How do we become Kingdom Citizens? What is our responsibility when we become Kingdom Citizens? (Matthew 28:18-20)

Remember Nicodemus? What can we learn from him? (John 3:1-8) Commentator Leon Morris said: “In one sentence, Jesus sweeps away all that Nicodemus stood for and demands that he be remade by the power of God.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 31, 2024

Title: The Kingdom of God
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 7-week sermon series, "The Kingdom Project". In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

Scripture Passage: John 3:1-8

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

The Kingdom of God is first found in Creation. But didn’t Adam and Eve sin and mess things up for the rest of us? (Genesis 1:26-28)

How is the Kingdom of God found throughout the Old Testament?

How is the Kingdom of God found throughout the New Testament?

How is the Kingdom of God found in Jesus?

How do we become Kingdom Citizens? What is our responsibility when we become Kingdom Citizens? (Matthew 28:18-20)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 30, 2024

Title: The Kingdom of God
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 7-week sermon series, "The Kingdom Project". In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

Scripture Passage: John 3:1-8

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Why did Jesus speak so often about the Kingdom of God? Matthew 4:17 and Acts 1:6-9 are just two examples.

What is “inaugurated eschatology”? Pastor Jarrett explains it this way: “The kingdom of God existed in eternity, initiated at the first coming of Jesus, inaugurated at the resurrection of Jesus, and will be consummated at the return of Jesus.” (Psalm 103:19; Daniel 4:3; Luke 17:20-21)

What will it be like when Jesus returns? (Revelation 21:1-4)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 29, 2024

Title: The Kingdom of God
Topic: The Kingdom Project

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is the Kingdom of God and how do we advance it? Champion Forest Baptist Church Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 7-week sermon series, "The Kingdom Project". In this series, CFBC pastors will explore the essence and impact of God's Kingdom. Their desire is for Christians to live a life aligned with God's purpose so that we can make a lasting Kingdom impact.

Scripture Passage: John 3:1-8

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What does “kingdom” mean? Is it about “us” or even our church? Or is the Kingdom much, much bigger? Pastor Jarrett shares a story about a mission trip he took to Romania in 2013.

How can we spread the Gospel to everyone around the world? Do you wake up every day with an intense desire to advance the Kingdom of God? Are you using your God-given talents and gifts to advance the Kingdom of God?

Quotes about the Kingdom of God:

Australian Anglican theologian Graeme Goldsworthy: "God's people in God's place under God's rule.”

Tennessee Pastor Robby Gallaty: “The kingdom of heaven is the work of God in the world today through kingdom citizens. It’s not just a realm to enter, but also a ruling of God over our present life.”

Ecuador Theologian Rene Padilla: “The gospel is the good news concerning the kingdom, and the kingdom is God’s rule over the totality of life.”

California Pastor Jeremy Treat: “God’s reign through God’s people over God’s place.”

Pastor Jarrett’s summary: The realm of God’s rule and reign through His people.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 26, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Reflect And Record

Get a journal! Write down dates, names, prayer requests, praises – everything! Use the journal in your devotional and prayer time.

Chinese Proverb: “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.”

OBSERVE: Verse By Verse

NOTE: CFBC has a great Bible reading plan that you can start any time. Text “DEVO” to 77069 to get started today.

OBSERVE: Exercise Your Faith

You are what you eat! Ever heard that? Pastor Jarrett says: “What you read, put into practice” referencing James 1:22 “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”

For more information about Life Groups at CFBC, text “GROUPS” TO 77069.

For more information about Discipleship at CFBC, text “DISCIPLE” to 77069.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 25, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Engage In Scripture

Do you need wisdom? Do you need joy? Do you need encouragement? Engage in Scripture!

Ask these questions: Is there a promise to claim? Is there a sin to avoid? Is there a command to obey? Is there a blessing to enjoy? Is there an example to follow? Is there a teaching to learn? What does this text teach me about God? What does this text teach me about me?

Scripture References: Psalm 19:7-11; Proverbs 2:1=6

OBSERVE: Reflect And Record

Get a journal! Write down dates, names, prayer requests, praises – everything! Use the journal in your devotional and prayer time.

Chinese Proverb: “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 24, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Open Your Bible

Get a study Bible with notes. Pastor Jarrett likes one in the English Standard Version.

NOTE: CFBC has a great Bible reading plan that you can start any time. Text “DEVO” to 77069 to get started today. Wake up 15 minutes earlier than normal to spend time in the Word.

Scripture References: Psalm 19:130; Hebrews 4:12

OBSERVE: Begin In Prayer

Find a quiet place. Pray before you read your Bible. Pastor Jarrett says: “Begin with a prayer of surrender. Ask the Lord to speak to you in your time alone”

OBSERVE: Sit In Silence

Limit distractions. Put the phone down. Turn off the computer screen. Silence the radio or TV.

Pastor Jarrett says: “Let your mind be empty… Busyness is an enemy of intimacy”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 23, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is the Great Commission? Does it still apply to us today?

Is baptism really important? Pastor Jarrett becomes very passionate about this topic, saying: “It is very sacred. It is very spiritual.”

The disciples were able to observe Jesus up close and in person. How can we observe Jesus today? Can observing Jesus help us grow as disciples?

What is the first thing we must do to grow as a disciple?

Book Reference: “The Essential Presence” by Bill Elliff

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 22, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is a disciple? What is discipleship? What are the different kinds of discipleship? Pastor Jarrett discusses the CFBC Residency Program.

When and why did the name “Christian” originate? Are all Christians also disciples? Are YOU a Christian? Do people around you know that you are a Christian? (Acts 11:26)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 19, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Reflect And Record

Get a journal! Write down dates, names, prayer requests, praises – everything! Use the journal in your devotional and prayer time.

Chinese Proverb: “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.”

OBSERVE: Verse By Verse

NOTE: CFBC has a great Bible reading plan that you can start any time. Text “DEVO” to 77069 to get started today.

OBSERVE: Exercise Your Faith

You are what you eat! Ever heard that? Pastor Jarrett says: “What you read, put into practice” referencing James 1:22 “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”

For more information about Life Groups at CFBC, text “GROUPS” TO 77069.

For more information about Discipleship at CFBC, text “DISCIPLE” to 77069.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 18, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Engage In Scripture

Do you need wisdom? Do you need joy? Do you need encouragement? Engage in Scripture!

Ask these questions: Is there a promise to claim? Is there a sin to avoid? Is there a command to obey? Is there a blessing to enjoy? Is there an example to follow? Is there a teaching to learn? What does this text teach me about God? What does this text teach me about me?

Scripture References: Psalm 19:7-11; Proverbs 2:1=6

OBSERVE: Reflect And Record

Get a journal! Write down dates, names, prayer requests, praises – everything! Use the journal in your devotional and prayer time.

Chinese Proverb: “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 17, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

OBSERVE: Open Your Bible

Get a study Bible with notes. Pastor Jarrett likes one in the English Standard Version.

NOTE: CFBC has a great Bible reading plan that you can start any time. Text “DEVO” to 77069 to get started today. Wake up 15 minutes earlier than normal to spend time in the Word.

Scripture References: Psalm 19:130; Hebrews 4:12

OBSERVE: Begin In Prayer

Find a quiet place. Pray before you read your Bible. Pastor Jarrett says: “Begin with a prayer of surrender. Ask the Lord to speak to you in your time alone”

OBSERVE: Sit In Silence

Limit distractions. Put the phone down. Turn off the computer screen. Silence the radio or TV.

Pastor Jarrett says: “Let your mind be empty… Busyness is an enemy of intimacy”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 16, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is the Great Commission? Does it still apply to us today?

Is baptism really important? Pastor Jarrett becomes very passionate about this topic, saying: “It is very sacred. It is very spiritual.”

The disciples were able to observe Jesus up close and in person. How can we observe Jesus today? Can observing Jesus help us grow as disciples?

What is the first thing we must do to grow as a disciple?

Book Reference: “The Essential Presence” by Bill Elliff

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 15, 2024

Title: Growing as a Disciple
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

The goal and mission of Champion Forest Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom by making disciples, loving the community, and strengthening the Church.

This week, Senior Pastor Jarrett Stephens focuses on growing our personal walk with the Lord as disciples for God’s Kingdom.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:18-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is a disciple? What is discipleship? What are the different kinds of discipleship? Pastor Jarrett discusses the CFBC Residency Program.

When and why did the name “Christian” originate? Are all Christians also disciples? Are YOU a Christian? Do people around you know that you are a Christian? (Acts 11:26)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 12, 2024

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE:

How many nations in the world are still not free? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 20-minute mark to view the map illustration.

Is Israel one of the only countries in the Middle East that is truly free?

OUR RESPONSIBILITY:

Pray for ALL involved. (Zechariah 8:2; Psalm 142:13-14; Psalm 122)

Speak out against the evil and terror of Hamas terrorists. (Proverbs 24:11-12, 24-25)

Support the people of Israel. Pastor Jarrett discusses the organization Send Relief.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 11, 2024

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

SPIRITUAL PERSPECTIVE:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett shared about the true beliefs of Muslim people through the Islam faith. (Galatians 1:6-9; 2 Corinthians 11:14) Have Jewish people been persecuted throughout history?

Has Satan always hated the nation and people of Israel? Did Satan do everything in his power to stop the birth of Jesus? Is Satan still doing all he can to stop the second coming of Jesus? (Genesis 3:15; Galatians 4:4; Genesis 4:25; Exodus 3; Job 42:2; Romans 9:4)

HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Is the nation of Israel a true miracle?

What does “Zionism” mean? When and why did it begin? Pastor Jarrett gives a little history lesson, sharing about the Jewish peoples’ love for God and their nation.

Why are the nations surrounding Israel constantly threatening and declaring war against Israel?

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE:

How many nations in the world are still not free? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 20-minute mark to view the map illustration.

Is Israel one of the only countries in the Middle East that is truly free?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 10, 2024

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Who are Abraham’s offspring? Why is this so important to a Biblical Worldview of Israel? (Genesis 25:18)

Is there a land of Palestine in the Bible? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 3-minute mark to view the map illustration.

SPIRITUAL PERSPECTIVE:

Is God the Creator of the Universe the same as the Muslim Allah? Do Muslims have the same beliefs as Jews? Who is the messiah according to Islam? Pastor Jarrett shares about the true beliefs of Muslim people through the Islam faith. (Galatians 1:6-9; 2 Corinthians 11:14)

Have Jewish people been persecuted throughout history?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 9, 2024

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Abram had been married to Sarai for a while and had not had a child. When, why, and how did this change? What were some of the consequences of their haste to have a child? Pastor Jarrett offers this warning: “Do not get out in front of God.”

Why did God visit Hagar through the form of an angel? (Genesis 16:10-16)

How long did Abram and Sarai wait to have a child?

What was God’s promise to Abraham and Sara? (Genesis 17:1-8;15-21)

Why was Abraham going to sacrifice his only son Isaac? Why did God save Isaac? Pastor Jarrett explains the significance. (Genesis 22:15-18)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 8, 2024

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is Israel considered the Holy Land? Why have the Jewish people been important throughout history? Why should Christians have a different perspective about Israel than non-believers?

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Where did Israel begin?

Who is Israel?

Why did God give this land to Abram and his offspring? Pastor Jarrett explains the Abrahamic Covenant and its’ importance. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 49-minute mark to view the map illustration of Israel then and now. (Genesis 15:18-21; Genesis 17:7)

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues the story of Abram and Sarai…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 5, 2024

Title: Prince of Peace
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Pastor Jarrett shares some interesting facts about the Christmas Carol, “Joy to World”. (Psalm 98) He encourages you to listen to the words of the song and think of the peace that will come with the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 4, 2024

Title: Prince of Peace
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

How did Jesus bring us peace when he was born as a baby? How did Jesus bring us peace during his life? How did Jesus bring us peace in death and resurrection? (Romans 3:23; Galatians 4:4; Colossians 1; Romans 5:1)

Can Jesus help us have peace with others? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the conflicts between the Jews and Gentiles and how Jesus brought resolution, saying: “Jesus is always the answer.” (Ephesians 2:14-18; Romans 12:18; Matthew 5)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 3, 2024

Title: Prince of Peace
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What is the best gift you have ever received? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark to view Pastor Jarrett’s two most favorite Christmas presents he has ever received…

How did Jesus bring us peace when he was born as a baby? How did Jesus bring us peace during his life? How did Jesus bring us peace in death and resurrection? (Romans 3:23; Galatians 4:4; Colossians 1; Romans 5:1)

Can Jesus help us have peace with others?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 2, 2024

Title: Prince of Peace
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Are you having a difficult time finding peace? Pastor Jarrett offers some hope and encouragement…

Why were the people of Israel having a hard time finding peace? How long had it been since the voice of God had been heard through a prophet before Isaiah’s prophecy?

What is the best gift you have ever received? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark to view Pastor Jarrett’s two most favorite Christmas presents he has ever received…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 1, 2024

Title: Prince of Peace
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Noel means “Christmas” and derives from the French phrase “good news” which comes from the Latin word that translates to “be born”. How awesome is that?!?

What was the greatest “gender reveal” ever? Pastor Jarrett shares some funny gender reveal videos…

Are you having a difficult time finding peace? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we all have times of sadness and even anger. Tune in tomorrow as he offers some hope and encouragement.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 29, 2023

Title: Everlasting Father
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

JESUS IS THE EVERLASTING FATHER

If God is our Heavenly Father, how is Jesus our Everlasting Father? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the evil kings at the time of and before the birth of Jesus.

Is Jesus a different kind of father? How is he different than earthly fathers? Pastor Jarrett shares about a family trip they are taking to his hometown in Louisiana.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Do these activities to bring you JOY:

Read the story of the birth of Jesus with your family! (Luke or Matthew)

Sing “Joy to the World” with your family!

Watch the movie “Elf” with your family!


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 28, 2023

Title: Everlasting Father
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Is Jesus truly “everlasting”? How can we know that? (Hebrews 13:8)

JESUS IS THE EVERLASTING AUTHORITY

Does Jesus really have authority over all? (Psalm 90:2-3)

Do you ever think you are just fine on your own?

What is God calling you to do? Are you following that call? Pastor Jarrett reminisces about moving from Dallas to Houston.

JESUS IS THE EVERLASTING FATHER

If God is our Heavenly Father, how is Jesus our Everlasting Father? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the evil kings at the time of and before the birth of Jesus.

How is God different than earthly fathers?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more about his dad and his family…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 27, 2023

Title: Everlasting Father
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

What will happen at the second coming of Jesus? (2 Peter 3:10-13; Revelation 21)

JESUS IS THE EVERLASTING ETERNALITY

Do you have joy today? What do you envision when you think of the birth of Jesus and his second coming? Does the thought bring you joy? Pastor Jarrett explains the meaning of “eternality”. (John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:16-17; Revelation 1:8)

Is Jesus truly “everlasting”? How can we know that? (Hebrews 13:8)

Song Reference: Bing Crosby’s “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 26, 2023

Title: Everlasting Father
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

WHY DID JESUS BRING US JOY?

How long before the birth of Christ did Isaiah make this prophecy?

Had the people ever known joy before?

What had the people been experiencing? (Judges 6:1-6)

Who was Gideon? Was he an unlikely leader of the Israelites? How did Gideon and the Israelites defeat the massive army of Midian?

Did the birth of Jesus break the cycle of oppression against the Israelites?

Why did Isaiah’s prophecy also mention the second coming of Jesus?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 25, 2023

Title: Everlasting Father
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the Christmas Mini Series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Pastor Riling is the Biblical Counseling Pastor at Champion Forest Baptist Church – Champions Campus.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED

Pastor Jarrett begins the segment with a short review of what the people were experiencing at the time.

How did Jesus bring us hope? How did Jesus bring us light? (John 8:12)

WHY DID JESUS BRING US JOY?

How long before the birth of Christ did Isaiah make this prophecy? Had the people ever known joy before?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 15, 2023

Title: Wonderful Counselor
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his Christmas Mini Series. He will focus the series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Were the people of Isaiah’s time experiencing depression and hopelessness? How did Isaiah offer them hope? Pastor Jarrett offers his own advice and hope.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Pastor Jarrett discusses “Handel’s Messiah” reminding us that “as believers in the Lord Jesus, our Wonderful Counselor, we should never lose hope… We should be the most hopeful people on the planet.”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 14, 2023

Title: Wonderful Counselor
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his Christmas Mini Series. He will focus the series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are you feeling today? It’s the Christmas season and we should pause to worship Christ our King, our Wonderful Counselor! (Isaiah 11:2; Proverbs 1:33; Proverbs 8:36b; James 1:5)

How can Scripture help us in every single situation and decision we make? Pastor Jarrett shares several examples.

Why do so many people become depressed during the Christmas season? Pastor Jarrett offers hope and encouragement.

Were the people of Isaiah’s time experiencing depression and hopelessness? How did Isaiah offer them hope?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 13, 2023

Title: Wonderful Counselor
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his Christmas Mini Series. He will focus the series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett gave us gifts 1-3 from Jesus: hope, light, and joy.

GIFT #4 FROM JESUS: Peace (Isaiah 9:7)

How does Jesus bring us peace?

Did the people long for peace?

Do YOU long for peace?

What was the truth in Isaiah’s prophecy? Did he not only predict the birth of Jesus, but the second coming as well? Pastor Jarrett discusses why the first name Isaiah gave to Jesus was “Wonderful Counselor”.

What are you feeling today? It’s the Christmas season and we should pause to worship Christ our King, our Wonderful Counselor! (Isaiah 11:2)

Song Reference: “Wonder of Wonders”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 12, 2023

Title: Wonderful Counselor
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his Christmas Mini Series. He will focus the series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

GIFT #1 FROM JESUS: Hope (Isaiah 9:1)

How does Jesus give us hope?

Were the people lacking hope at the time? Pastor Jarrett discusses the region and the struggles the people were experiencing. (Matthew 4:14-15)

GIFT #2 FROM JESUS: Light (Isaiah 9:2)

How does Jesus bring us light? (John 1:4-5, 9)

Have you ever felt true and utter darkness? Pastor Jarrett shares about growing up in the country and his responsibility of taking the dogs to the backyard pen at night. He also shares about an Israeli woman who was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists and the darkness she experienced – both physically and emotionally.

GIFT #3 FROM JESUS: Joy (Isaiah 9:3)

How does Jesus bring us joy?

Do you have joy in Jesus? If not, why not?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 11, 2023

Title: Wonderful Counselor
Topic: Christmas: Unto Us

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his Christmas Mini Series. He will focus the series on the four names given to Christ the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: The Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 9:1-7

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon segment today reading from Isaiah 9:1-7.

What was taking place at this time in history? What did the Assyrian Empire look like? Who was attacking Israel? Who sided with the nation of Israel? Who was the king of Judah? Who was the “evil king”? (2 Kings 16:4-5) Click the link above and fast-forward to the 35-minute mark to view the map illustration.

What was the prophecy foretold before the prophecy of the birth of Jesus? This is important!


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 8, 2023

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE:

How many nations in the world are still not free? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 20-minute mark to view the map illustration.

Is Israel one of the only countries in the Middle East that is truly free?

OUR RESPONSIBILITY:

Pray for ALL involved. (Zechariah 8:2; Psalm 142:13-14; Psalm 122)

Speak out against the evil and terror of Hamas terrorists. (Proverbs 24:11-12, 24-25)

Support the people of Israel. Pastor Jarrett discusses the organization Send Relief.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 7, 2023

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

SPIRITUAL PERSPECTIVE:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett shared about the true beliefs of Muslim people through the Islam faith. (Galatians 1:6-9; 2 Corinthians 11:14) Have Jewish people been persecuted throughout history?

Has Satan always hated the nation and people of Israel? Did Satan do everything in his power to stop the birth of Jesus? Is Satan still doing all he can to stop the second coming of Jesus? (Genesis 3:15; Galatians 4:4; Genesis 4:25; Exodus 3; Job 42:2; Romans 9:4)

HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Is the nation of Israel a true miracle?

What does “Zionism” mean? When and why did it begin? Pastor Jarrett gives a little history lesson, sharing about the Jewish peoples’ love for God and their nation.

Why are the nations surrounding Israel constantly threatening and declaring war against Israel?

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE:

How many nations in the world are still not free? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 20-minute mark to view the map illustration.

Is Israel one of the only countries in the Middle East that is truly free?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 6, 2023

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Who are Abraham’s offspring? Why is this so important to a Biblical Worldview of Israel? (Genesis 25:18)

Is there a land of Palestine in the Bible? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 3-minute mark to view the map illustration.

SPIRITUAL PERSPECTIVE:

Is God the Creator of the Universe the same as the Muslim Allah? Do Muslims have the same beliefs as Jews? Who is the messiah according to Islam? Pastor Jarrett shares about the true beliefs of Muslim people through the Islam faith. (Galatians 1:6-9; 2 Corinthians 11:14)

Have Jewish people been persecuted throughout history?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 5, 2023

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Abram had been married to Sarai for a while and had not had a child. When, why, and how did this change? What were some of the consequences of their haste to have a child? Pastor Jarrett offers this warning: “Do not get out in front of God.”

Why did God visit Hagar through the form of an angel? (Genesis 16:10-16)

How long did Abram and Sarai wait to have a child?

What was God’s promise to Abraham and Sara? (Genesis 17:1-8;15-21)

Why was Abraham going to sacrifice his only son Isaac? Why did God save Isaac? Pastor Jarrett explains the significance. (Genesis 22:15-18)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 4, 2023

Title: Israel and the Christian
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens approaches the situation (war) taking place in the Middle East, preaching on how Christians should view the state and people of Israel from a Biblical perspective, a spiritual perspective, a historical perspective, and a political perspective.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is Israel considered the Holy Land? Why have the Jewish people been important throughout history? Why should Christians have a different perspective about Israel than non-believers?

BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE:

Where did Israel begin?

Who is Israel?

Why did God give this land to Abram and his offspring? Pastor Jarrett explains the Abrahamic Covenant and its’ importance. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 49-minute mark to view the map illustration of Israel then and now. (Genesis 15:18-21; Genesis 17:7)

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues the story of Abram and Sarai…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 1, 2023

Title: A Prescription Called Prayer
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the sermon series on the book of James this week encouraging us to be bold and faithful in our prayer life.

Scripture Passage: James 5:13-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRAY WITH FAITH: (James 5:15)

Do you have faith when you pray? Or do you pray just to pray? Yes! There is a difference! (James 1:6-8)

Do you believe that God really does want what is best for you – even when/if you get a different answer than you are expecting?

Is there a “formula” for praying and receiving a “yes” answer? HA! NO!

American evangelist, pastor, and educator R.A. Torrey once stated: “Nothing lies beyond the reach of prayer except that which lies outside the will of God.”

PRAY WITH FERVENCY: (James 5:16b-18)

What does “fervently” mean? Why is this so important? Pastor Jarrett urges us to examine our prayer life and if it lacks fervor, change it!

How did the prophet Elijah pray?

Can praying with hope, faith, and fervor really give us encouragement? (Romans 15:4)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Stand strong in your faith.

Make decision by faith.

Trust God in the face of the impossible.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 30, 2023

Title: A Prescription Called Prayer
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the sermon series on the book of James this week encouraging us to be bold and faithful in our prayer life.

Scripture Passage: James 5:13-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRAY WITH OTHERS: (James 5:14,16)

What does “anoint with oil” mean? Pastor Jarrett discusses medicine (Luke 10), ministry (missions), and being set apart by the Holy Spirit.

Why are elders in the Church important?

Why do we anoint in the name of Jesus? This is very important! Listen close!

Is confession important when praying, even praying with others? (Psalm 32:3-5)

Why should we confess our sins before taking the Lord’s Supper? (1 Corinthians 11:27-30)

Does prayer really draw us closer to God? (1 John 1:9)

What is the difference between private sin, personal sin, and public sin?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 29, 2023

Title: A Prescription Called Prayer
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the sermon series on the book of James this week encouraging us to be bold and faithful in our prayer life.

Scripture Passage: James 5:13-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRAY WITH OTHERS: (James 5:14,16)

What is intercessory prayer? How is it different than personal prayer?

Can prayer heal our bodies – physically, emotionally, and spiritually? (Luke 4:40; Acts 9:37a; Romans 14:1a; 1 Corinthians 8:12)

Pastor Jarrett discusses several examples.

Why is it our responsibility to reach out to others when we need prayer? How can our friends help us when we are in need of healing? (Mark 2)

What is the purpose of anointing with oil? Pastor Jarrett will discuss this further tomorrow.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 28, 2023

Title: A Prescription Called Prayer
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the sermon series on the book of James this week encouraging us to be bold and faithful in our prayer life.

Scripture Passage: James 5:13-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett opens this segment sharing about a recent trip to Liberty University where he and other pastors learned more about prayer.

WHAT IS PRAYER?

When did people begin to pray? Why did they begin to pray? (Genesis 4:26b)

What is God’s “phone number”? (Jeremiah 33:3)

Will God always answer when you call upon Him?

How can our relationship with God grow with prayer?

HOW OFTEN SHOULD WE PRAY?

What did James say about how often we should pray? (James 5:13)

What did others say about how often we should pray? (Luke 18:1; 1 Thessalonians 5:17; Ephesians 6:18a; Acts 16:25a)

Why is it so important to pray in ALL situations – good and bad?

Can our worship be prayerful?

Can complaining and grumbling hinder our prayer life and our relationship with God?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more about the importance of praying with others.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 27, 2023

Title: A Prescription Called Prayer
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes the sermon series on the book of James this week encouraging us to be bold and faithful in our prayer life.

Scripture Passage: James 5:13-20

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon sharing about a personal health issue he has suffered from for years.

Why did James write this letter to the congregation? What were they experiencing? What were they suffering from? Why did James encourage them to pray and be patient?

WHAT IS PRAYER?

How many times did James mention prayer in his letter (prior to vs 13-20)? (James 1:5a; James 4:2b)

What did James learn from his half-brother Jesus about prayer? Pastor Jarrett offers quotes from Eusebius (a Bishop in the 300s) and author and Pastor Kent Hughes.

Pastor Jarrett closes this segment sharing about a recent trip to Liberty University where he and other pastors learned more about prayer.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 24, 2023

Title: Staying Up in Down Times
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Wouldn’t it be great if the Christian life was easy and comfortable?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:7-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

John Blanchard stated: “Biblical patience is not rotted in fatalism that says everything is out of control. It is rooted in faith that says everything is in God’s control.”

JAMES’ MOTIVATION: The Lord is compassionate and merciful.

Does God really hear our cries and pleas for help? If so, how can we still have patience and be positive?

How does God’s kindness lead to repentance? (Romans 2:4)

Are you ever dishonorable or unholy toward God? Why? Remember He is compassionate and merciful!

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Look Up! Christ is coming.

Look Back! God has been faithful.

Look In! Concentrate on what God is forming in you.

Look Out! God wants to use downtime to reveal Himself to you.

Look Forward! This is just a season. “This too shall pass!”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 23, 2023

Title: Staying Up in Down Times
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Wouldn’t it be great if the Christian life was easy and comfortable?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:7-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JAMES’ MOTIVATION: The Lord is Judge.

What is a Judge? Is God really the Ultimate Judge? Is God the Sovereign Judge?

Do you have confidence that God is signing off on all things that happen in your life – even the hard times?

Did you know that realizing and acknowledging God is Judge can remove grumbling and fear from your life? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God judged the Israelites for their disobedience BUT He also brought them something so much better!

Scripture References: Hebrews 9:27; Matthew 25; 2 Corinthians 5:10; 1 Corinthians 3:13-15

JAMES’ MOTIVATION: The Lord is working a plan that is for His glory and our good.

Wouldn’t it be great if we knew God’s plan for our lives? BUT if we knew the plan, we wouldn’t have faith! Pastor Jarrett clarifies that tough times are not good and reminds us of Job, Jeremiah, and Isaiah. He says: “Not everything that happened to God’s prophets was good in and of itself, but it was ultimately for their good and for God’s glory.” (Isaiah 55:8-9)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 22, 2023

Title: Staying Up in Down Times
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Wouldn’t it be great if the Christian life was easy and comfortable?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:7-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JAMES’ MOTIVATION: The Lord is Coming!

FACT: The New Testament mentions the Second Coming of the Lord 300 times!

Does anyone know when Jesus is coming back?

Are we living in the Last Days now?

Why should we be ready for the return of Jesus at any time? Are you excited for the second coming of Jesus? (1 Thessalonians 4:15-17; 1 Peter 5:6-10; 2 Peter 3:8-12)

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that having close Christian friends is so very important. After all – Jesus had twelve of them! They can and will help us through those tough times.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 21, 2023

Title: Staying Up in Down Times
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Wouldn’t it be great if the Christian life was easy and comfortable?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:7-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JAMES’ COMMAND: Be Firm

James 5:8b “Establish your hearts”. What does “establish” mean in this verse? (Luke 9:51)

Why did James use a farmer as an example in this passage?


JAMES’ COMMAND: Don’t be Negative

Why is it so important to stay positive when facing difficult times? Should we also stay positive when interacting with others on a daily basis?

Does Satan want us to grumble against God?


JAMES’ COMMAND: Don’t be Irreverent

Why did the people believe an oath was sacred? (Matthew 5:33-37)

What was the difference between a binding oath and a non-binding oath?

Pastor Jarrett says: “Don’t play ‘Let’s Make a Deal’ with God.”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 20, 2023

Title: Staying Up in Down Times
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Wouldn’t it be great if the Christian life was easy and comfortable?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:7-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why don’t Christians get a pass on trouble and hard times? Pastor Jarrett shares three stories about church members and good friends who are battling some serious health problems.

What is the purpose of James’ letter to his congregation? Why did he feel the need to give encouragement to them in James 5:7-12? What commands did he give them? What warnings did he give them?


JAMES’ COMMAND:

Be Patient What does “patient” mean? Pastor Jarrett uses a fireworks illustration and a great quote by Charles Swindoll. Why do we become impatient with God and others when we are experiencing a rough time?

Scripture References: Galatians 5; Colossians 3


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 17, 2023

Title: A Warning to the Wealthy
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

WHAT IS YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD YOUR MONEY – TOWARD YOUR WEALTH?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:1-6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REPENTANCE: Change of Mind (Romans 12:1-2)

What is a steward?

What does stewardship mean?

Is every Christian a “steward”?

How are you being a steward?

Why did Jesus speak and teach so much about the dangers of wealth?

REPENTANCE: Change of Heart

John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist Church, had this motto: “Make all you can. Save all you can. Give all you can.” Click the link above and fast-forward to the one-hour and thirty-minute mark to view the other quotes from John Wesley about wealth and obedience.

REPENTANCE: Change of Will

What is true repentance?

Have you made a U-turn in your life? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of Zacchaeus. (Luke 9:8-10)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

God’s got your back. Keep living for him and keep loving him. Take confidence that God sees, God hears, and God knows.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 16, 2023

Title: A Warning to the Wealthy
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

WHAT IS YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD YOUR MONEY – TOWARD YOUR WEALTH?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:1-6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is your attitude toward your money – toward your wealth? Are you letting your wealth control you? Does your wealth have an unhealthy hold on your heart? Answer honestly!

SELF-INDULGENT LIVING (James 5:3-5)

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett reminded us of ways we may justify “cheating” people. Today, he urges us to remember that not tithing to the Church is like not “tipping God”! Yikes!

Where is your treasure? Do you keep it to yourself? What will happen to our treasure when we die? (Matthew 6:19-21)

Why did James repeatedly rebuke the wealthy who didn’t share their riches?

Who was the Minor Prophet Amos? What was life like for Amos and the people at that time? What was his warning to the people about their wealth? (Amos 6:1a; 4-8)

How and why is pride the root of all sin?

We can use our wealth for good. But can our wealth also harden our hearts and cause us to sin?

REPENTANCE: Change of Mind

What is a steward?

What does stewardship mean?

Is every Christian a “steward”?

How are you being a steward?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 15, 2023

Title: A Warning to the Wealthy
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

WHAT IS YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD YOUR MONEY – TOWARD YOUR WEALTH?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:1-6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is your attitude toward your money – toward your wealth? Are you letting your wealth control you? Does your wealth have an unhealthy hold on your heart? Answer honestly!

SHORT-SIGHTED LIVING (James 5:1, 5:3b)

Are you living like this is all there is to life? Are you storing up treasures here on earth? Are you expecting to take those treasures to heaven?

We are living in the Last Days. We have been since the ascension of Jesus into heaven. Are you living like it’s the Last Days? (Acts 1:9-11; Acts 2:17a; 2 Peter 3:8-10)

SELF-INDULGENT LIVING (James 5:3-5)

Are you living for yourself? Or are you living for God and for others? Do you care more about what happens in your own life than others’?

Do you ever feel unsatisfied with what you have?

Do you sometimes cheat people out of what they deserve? This is a big thing!! Pastor Jarrett discusses some of the ways we cheat people…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 14, 2023

Title: A Warning to the Wealthy
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

WHAT IS YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD YOUR MONEY – TOWARD YOUR WEALTH?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:1-6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is your attitude toward your money – toward your wealth? Are you letting your wealth control you? Does your wealth have an unhealthy hold on your heart? Answer honestly!

SHORT-SIGHTED LIVING (James 5:1, 5:3b)

Are you living like this is all there is to life?

Why did James call the wealthy to repent?

Did Prophets ever warn the people about loving their wealth? (Isaiah 3:6; Jeremiah 4:8)

Are you storing up treasures here on earth? Are you expecting to take those treasures to heaven?

Side Note: We are living in the Last Days. We have been since the ascension of Jesus into heaven. (Acts 1:9-11) More on this tomorrow.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 13, 2023

Title: A Warning to the Wealthy
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

WHAT IS YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD YOUR MONEY – TOWARD YOUR WEALTH?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 5:1-6

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Was James a good preacher? Did he ever hold back and speak “softly” to the people? Or did he preach it like it needed to be preached? Why did James often direct his sermons specifically to wealthy people? Who was considered wealthy at the time James wrote his letter? Do you consider yourself “rich” by today’s standards?

Pastor Jarrett closes this segment with this powerful statement: “If money ever becomes your god, then inevitably you will begin to see those made in the image of the real God in an improper and inhumane way.”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 27, 2023

Title: Making the Most of Your Days
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Do you sometimes think you don’t need to include God in your decision-making?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:13-17

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR DAYS: Stay Focused

Why do we oftentimes focus on either the future or the past?

How can we stay focused on today?

What did Jesus say about staying focused?

What are you giving back to God TODAY that will make a difference in someone else’s life?

Scripture Reference: Proverbs 27:1

Hymn Reference: “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow”

HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR DAYS: Stay Obedient

Where does the abundance of life begin?

Are you living a life of obedience?

Are you living a life to be proud of? (This is not the same as being prideful)

Are you serving God where He wants you to serve?

Are you witnessing when He calls you to witness?

Are you obeying instantly? If not, why not? Start today!

Scripture Reference: James 4:17


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 26, 2023

Title: Making the Most of Your Days
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Do you sometimes think you don’t need to include God in your decision-making?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:13-17

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR DAYS: Stay Humble

What does it mean to live in humility?

Is pride life without God? Pastor Jarrett points out that you can’t spell pride without “I”. Think about that! He also shares a great story from the 4th Grade Spelling Bee.

Is it wrong to make plans? No – just make sure you include God in the plans.

What did Jesus call pride? What did God say about pride? Pastor Jarrett reads the Parable of the Rich Fool and says: “If you include God in your today, you will have a lot less regret in your tomorrow.”

Scripture References: Psalm 90:12; Luke 12:15-21


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 25, 2023

Title: Making the Most of Your Days
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Do you sometimes think you don’t need to include God in your decision-making?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:13-17

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REALITY #2: Seek to Understand the Brevity of Life

Why does life seem to pass by so quickly?

What are you doing with your days? Are you making your days count?

Pastor Jarrett discusses Pastor Jonathan Edwards who is most known for his sermon “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” and his Resolutions.

He also discusses two studies which followed the genealogy of a preacher and the life of a criminal. What did their lineage produce?

How will your life effect future generations?

Scripture References: Job 8:9; Job 9:25; Psalm 39:4; Psalm 102:3,11


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 24, 2023

Title: Making the Most of Your Days
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Do you sometimes think you don’t need to include God in your decision-making?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:13-17

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REALITY #1: The Uncertainty of Life

Pastor Jarrett: “The only certainty in life is that life is uncertain.”

Who was James writing to in this passage? Who had he already written to previously?

Why did James single out specific people?

Why did James warn the people about choosing their own destiny/future?

Were the people living as if God didn’t exist even though they were believers?

Pastor Jarrett passionately talks about the people in Israel and the war and terror they are experiencing once again. Be in prayer for peace in the Middle East.

Scripture Reference: Proverbs 27:1


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 23, 2023

Title: Making the Most of Your Days
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Do you sometimes think you don’t need to include God in your decision-making?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:13-17

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Does time ever get away from you? Pastor Jarrett shares about his daughter graduating high school this coming year and looking at colleges, reminding us (and himself!) that time is short. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 2-minute and 30-second mark to see Pastor Jarrett’s visual representation of “age” using Trix Cereal.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches more about REALITY #1: The Uncertainty of Life.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 20, 2023

Title: Winning the War Within
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

WHY DO WE HAVE CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

RESULTS OF WAR/CONFLICT:

Enmity with God: Enmity is hatred and leads to distance.

Enemy of God: God loves you! Do you love Him back?

Have you ever heard of Paul’s fellow worker, Demas? What happened to him? Did he follow Christ or follow the world? Pastor Jarrett reads from Philemon 1:23-24, Colossians 4:14, and 2 Timothy 4:10.

HOW TO WIN THE WAR:

Grace. Period. End of the war. Give grace. Give more and more and more grace. In return, you will receive more and more and more grace from God.

How to receive more grace: be humble, be submissive to God, and repent.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 19, 2023

Title: Winning the War Within
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

WHY DO WE HAVE CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett warned us how Satan uses sex (which is a good thing!) as something bad – pornography. Today, he reminds us how our words can be harmful to others, comparing it to emotional murder.

REASON #2 WE HAVE WAR/CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS: We cave into fleshly desires.

Are you a “my way or the highway” kind of person? Remember: Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life – not you!

How often do you pray about your conflict before reacting? Pastor Jarrett says: “All answered prayer begins with an ‘ask’.” He warns us, though, to be careful when we pray to not seek fleshly desires, calling those “diseased prayers”.

RESULTS OF WAR/CONFLICT:

Enmity with God. Enmity is hatred and leads to distance.

Enemy of God. God loves you! Do you love Him back?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 18, 2023

Title: Winning the War Within
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

WHY DO WE HAVE CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REASON #2 WE HAVE WAR/CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS: We cave into fleshly desires.

What are you passionate about? Do you obsess over those passions?

What brings you joy? Do you seek an earthly joy over seeking joy from Jesus?

What is the difference between good and bad desires?

Are your passions/joys causing conflict with those around you? Pastor Jarrett warns how Satan can use love (which is a good thing!) as something bad – pornography. He also reminds us how our words can be harmful to others, comparing it to emotional murder.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 17, 2023

Title: Winning the War Within
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

WHY DO WE HAVE CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Do you often blame the other person/persons for your problem/war/conflict? Is it *really* always their fault? What/who is the common denominator?

REASON #1 WE HAVE WAR/CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS: We embrace worldly wisdom.

How often do you “Go Incredible Hulk” on people?

Do you want peace in your life/relationships? Listen to God – not the world!

Where do you have conflicts? Pray about it and seek God’s wisdom!

Do you care more about being right in an argument than you care about being right in a relationship? Think about that! How can you change that attitude? Stop seeking the world’s wisdom and approval!

NOTE: If you missed last week’s sermon with Mark Lanier, he did a great job preaching on Worldy Wisdom vs Godly Wisdom. Check out our archives for the segments.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches on the second reason we have war/conflicts in relationships: We cave into fleshly desires.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 16, 2023

Title: Winning the War Within
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

WHY DO WE HAVE CONFLICT IN RELATIONSHIPS?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 4:1-10

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins the sermon reminiscing about the fun 80’s television shows he loved to watch, especially The Incredible Hulk. Why did Dr. Banner (the star) want to have super human strength? What made him so strong? Are we all a little bit like Dr. Banner/The Hulk? How does this apply to James and the Bible?

NAMING THE WAR:

Conflict What causes quarrels and fights? Have you ever experienced an argument in a church so bad that the congregation split? Do you sometimes forget that you are a sinner, too? Ouch! Oops! Tune in tomorrow for more on this from Pastor Jarrett.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 6, 2023

Title: Taming the Untamable
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Do your words reflect a faith in Jesus Christ?

Pastor Scott Riling continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE SPRING AND THE FIG TREE (James 3:11-12)

Why do we praise God one minute and then curse others in the next breath? Is it just “human nature” or is there more to it?

FINAL THOUGHTS: TAME

Talk less. Put a muzzle on it. (James 1:19; Proverbs 10:19; Proverbs 17:28; Proverbs 21:23; Psalm 39:1a)

Avoid unwholesome (rotten/worthless) language. (Exodus 16-17; Ephesians 4:29; Proverbs 18:8; Proverbs 26:20)

Mind the consequences. (Matthew 12:34b-37; Ephesians 4:29-30)

Express grace. (Colossians 4:6a; Proverbs 22:11)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 5, 2023

Title: Taming the Untamable
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Do your words reflect a faith in Jesus Christ?

Pastor Scott Riling continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE FIRE (James 3:5b-6)

Remember the Garden of Eden? How did the first sin (lying and trying to deceive God) set fire to our relationship with God? Think about it!

Have you ever had a relationship that was burned to the ground because of words spoken?

How can we know the difference between gossip/slander and calling out sinful behavior? (2 Corinthians 10:5a)

THE ANIMAL (James 3:7-8)

Why is it easier to tame a wild animal than it is to tame the tongue?

Why is Satan portrayed as a snake? You can’t praise God with the mouth of a serpent! (John 8:44; Psalm 140:1-3; Romans 3:10-14)

THE SPRING AND THE FIG TREE (James 3:11-12)

Why do we praise God one minute and then curse others in the next breath? Is it just “human nature” or is there more to it? Tune in tomorrow for more on this and for Pastor Jarrett’s sermon conclusion…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 4, 2023

Title: Taming the Untamable
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Do your words reflect a faith in Jesus Christ?

Pastor Scott Riling continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE RUDDER (James 3:4-5a)
How big is a rudder on a boat? How can it possibly help steer and guide a gigantic boat?
How can the tongue (your words) change the entire course of your life? (Proverbs 18:21; Proverbs 12:18; Proverbs 12:25)
Are your words helping or hurting others? Are you constantly speaking negative words about yourself and others? Pastor Jarrett shares a tweet and video by football player Deion Sanders…

THE FIRE (James 3:5b-6)
How can one little word spark a fire? Think of slander, lying, gossip, complaining, bragging, whining, and criticizing…
Remember the Garden of Eden? How did the first sin (lying and trying to deceive God) set fire to our relationship with God? Think about it!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 3, 2023

Title: Taming the Untamable
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Do your words reflect a faith in Jesus Christ?

Pastor Scott Riling continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What did Jesus say about taming the tongue? (Matthew 12:34b; Matthew 15:18)

How does James’ letter written in the 40’s AD apply to us today in 2023?

WHAT IF:
You let the pastor read your text messages?
You let others read your emails?
Everyone saw the comments you make on social media posts?
There was a recorder at the water cooler at work?

THE BIT (James 3:3)
What is the purpose of a horse bit? Pastor Jarrett shares a little about the different phases he went through as a child, including his “cowboy” phase…
How is the tongue like a horse bit?

THE RUDDER (James 3:4-5a)
How big is a rudder on a boat? How can it possibly help steer and guide a gigantic boat?
How can the tongue (your words) change the entire course of your life? (Proverbs 18:21)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 2, 2023

Title: Taming the Untamable
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Do your words reflect a faith in Jesus Christ?

Pastor Scott Riling continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 3:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

We learned last week from Pastor Scott Riling that our actions as Christians are important. Are our words just as important?

Pastor Jarrett reads from the Scripture passage in James 3…Who was James addressing in this passage? What was the world like at this time?

Why are leaders and teachers judged differently than those they are leading/teaching? Pastor Jarrett urges us to pray for those in spiritual leadership…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 22, 2023

Title: Fighting Favoritism
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

LIVING OUT OUR FAITH INVOLVES THE WAY WE TREAT OTHERS.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Favoritism is Unloving (James 2:8-11)

What is the Royal Law – the Kingly Law? Why did James reference Leviticus 19:18 to the people? Was it really that important?

How can we begin loving others without showing favoritism? (Mark 12:30-31)

Does God show favoritism toward His people when we sin?

FINAL THOUGHTS / APPLICATION: (James 2:12-13)

Make time for everyone like Jesus did.

Treat others the way Jesus did.

Show favoritism to the only one worthy of it: Jesus.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 21, 2023

Title: Fighting Favoritism
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

LIVING OUT OUR FAITH INVOLVES THE WAY WE TREAT OTHERS.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Favoritism Doesn’t Make Sense (James 2:5-7)

How is showing favoritism illogical?

Is being wealthy a sin? NO. Is looking down on people who are poor a sin? YES.

Pastor Jarrett reads an excerpt from the book, “Lessons on the Way to Heaven”, by Michael Fechner. This is a very moving story. Grab some tissues!


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 20, 2023

Title: Fighting Favoritism
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

LIVING OUT OUR FAITH INVOLVES THE WAY WE TREAT OTHERS.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Favoritism is Unchristian (James 2:2-4)

Why should we apply this James passage to other areas, such as racism? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett quoted Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. from a Meet the Press Interview from April 17, 1960.

Today, he discusses the recent movie, The Jesus Revolution,  and passionately pleads with his own church, CFBC, to love everyone they meet – no matter what, saying: “Let’s never bow down to preference and partiality… Christianity doesn’t have a caste system.”

So, why is favoritism so bad anyway? (1 Samuel 16:7; Job 34:19; Romans 2:11; Ephesians 6:9)


Favoritism Doesn’t Make Sense (James 2:5-7)

How is showing favoritism illogical?

Is being wealthy a sin? NO. Is looking down on people who are poor a sin? YES.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 19, 2023

Title: Fighting Favoritism
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

LIVING OUT OUR FAITH INVOLVES THE WAY WE TREAT OTHERS.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pay Attention (James 2:1)

About the sermon title… What does “favoritism” mean?

Why did James call out the peoples’ sin? How did he even know about their sin?

At this time in history, there weren’t many “middle class”. Is this why “rich people” were shown favoritism?

Favoritism is Unchristian (James 2:2-4)

How do you react if someone “good looking” comes into your office, church, life group, etc? Do you act the same way with someone who is dressed poorly?

What happens in our heart when we judge others on their outward appearance? James calls it “evil thoughts” and some translations say “evil or worldly motives”. Pastor Jarrett says: “Making judgements about people is not inherently simple or wrong. We are called to be discerning… and make certain judgements… But we are not called to judge in hypocrisy.”

Why should we apply this James passage to other areas, such as racism? Pastor Jarrett quotes Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. from a Meet the Press Interview from April 17, 1960.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 18, 2023

Title: Fighting Favoritism
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

LIVING OUT OUR FAITH INVOLVES THE WAY WE TREAT OTHERS.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 2:1-13

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett shares five simple words he heard years ago about preparing for a sermon: hey, you, look, see, and do, which applies perfectly to the Scripture passage this week.

Pay attention (James 2:1)

About the sermon title: What does “favoritism” mean?

Why did James call out the peoples’ sin? How did he even know about their sin?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 15, 2023

Title: Living the Word
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

IF YOU WERE ARRESTED FOR BEING A CHRISTIAN, WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO CONVICT YOU?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REFLECT ON THE WORD (James 1:22-25)

Why is it so important for Christians to study the Bible intently and memorize Scripture? (Galatians 6:7-9 & 1 John 2:15-17)

Is it also important to join a small group and have an accountability partner?


RESPOND TO THE WORD (James 1:22)

Are you “walking the walk” or just “talking the talk”?

How can we “respond to the Word”? Pastor Jarrett says: “If there is a command, obey it! If there is a promise, claim it! If there is a sin, avoid it! If there is an example to follow, then follow it! If there is a lesson to learn, then take it in!”


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Receive, reflect, and respond to the Word that saves you and sanctifies you. Do this, and if you are ever arrested for being a Christian, there will be more than enough evidence to convict you.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 14, 2023

Title: Living the Word
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

IF YOU WERE ARRESTED FOR BEING A CHRISTIAN, WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO CONVICT YOU?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett used the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3-9) to explain why we should come before God with a humble heart and be quick to listen and slow to speak (Ephesians 4:26). He begins the segment today confessing about his childish eating habits. It’s pretty funny so listen in!

RECEIVE THE WORD (James 1:19-21)

Is it ever okay to be angry?

Were people in the Bible ever righteously angry? (Hebrews 4:12)

Have you ever been angry with God? Was it “really” God’s fault? (2 Corinthians 6:14; Hebrews 13:4; Proverbs 19:3)

Is it possible to live however we want to and still expect to hear from God? HINT: NOPE!

Why has God planted His Word in our hearts? Is it really that important? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the New Covenant (Jeremiah 31 and Ezekial 36).


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 13, 2023

Title: Living the Word
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

IF YOU WERE ARRESTED FOR BEING A CHRISTIAN, WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO CONVICT YOU?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

RECEIVE THE WORD (James 1:19-21)

Do you have a humble heart or a prideful heart?

Can we receive the Word with a prideful heart?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3-9). Why was this the only Parable that Jesus explained to the disciples (Matthew 3:18-23)? Pastor Jarrett says: “God gave you two ears and one mouth so that you could listen twice as much as you talk.”

What does it mean to be quick to hear?

What does it mean to be slow to speak? (Ephesians 4:26)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 12, 2023

Title: Living the Word
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

IF YOU WERE ARRESTED FOR BEING A CHRISTIAN, WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO CONVICT YOU?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE WORD SAVES

Why did James use the birthing term “brought forth” in this passage?

What are “firstfruits”?

How can the Word save us? (Romans 10:13-17)

How can we help others hear and learn the Word?


THE WORD SANCTIFIES

What does “sanctify” mean? How are we “set apart” after salvation? Pastor Jarrett uses a great illustration as he explains justification, glorification, and sanctification. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 51-minute to view his illustration. (Romans 8:30; John 17:17)

Is God’s Word important in your life?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett discusses more about the actions we must do as it relates to the Word of God.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 11, 2023

Title: Living the Word
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

IF YOU WERE ARRESTED FOR BEING A CHRISTIAN, WOULD THERE BE ENOUGH EVIDENCE TO CONVICT YOU?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:19-27

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Is temptation a sin? Martin Luther once wrote: “We cannot control what birds fly over our heads; we can only control whether or not they build a nest in our hair.” (1 Corinthians 10:13)

If they were to look at your daily schedule, would there be evidence that God is a priority in your life?

If they were to interview your friends, co-workers, employer, and your family members, would their eye-witness testimony help build the case that you are a believer or take away from it?

If they were to look at your bank account, could it be determined that the Kingdom of God is of any value to you?

If they were to put you under surveillance and observe you when you thought no one was watching, what would your life reveal?

If they were to wiretap your phone and listen to your conversations or subpoena your phone, read your texts, and gain access to your social media accounts, what would the world see?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 8, 2023

Title: Defeating Temptation
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Is temptation a sin? Martin Luther once wrote: “We cannot control what birds fly over our heads; we can only control whether or not they build a nest in our hair.” (1 Corinthians 10:13)

CAN WE TRUST GOD? Yes! God gives good!

Will God ever change? Will He decide one day He doesn’t want the best for us?

Is God consistently good? (Romans 8:28)

3 GIFTS GOD GIVES US TO DEFEAT TEMPTATION:

Salvation. We cannot consistently say no to temptation without salvation.

Holy Spirit. That means God in YOU! You can say NO to any temptation!

Spiritual Armor. (Ephesians 6:10-18)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

To become spiritually mature, be committed to defeating temptation consistently by trusting in God continuously.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 7, 2023

Title: Defeating Temptation
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett discussed deception and disobedience yesterday…

THE PROCESS OF TEMPTATION: Death (vs)

How can temptation bring us physical and spiritual death?

Do we invite death into our life each time we give into temptation?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “Sin takes us further than we want to go, keeps us longer than we want to stay, and costs us far more than we are willing to pay.”

Is sin ever “secret”? Or will our sins be “found out”? (Galatian 6:7-8)

Why is death the ultimate price when we give into temptation? Pastor Jarrett recommends everyone re-read Genesis 3.

CAN WE TRUST GOD? Yes! God wants good!

Why does God want good for us?

How is our disobedience the same as not trusting God’s “good” for us?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 6, 2023

Title: Defeating Temptation
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed how our “desires” can tempt us – even good desires!

THE PROCESS OF TEMPTATION: Deception (vs 14)

What does “deceive” mean?

How can we be deceived when we are tempted? Pastor Jarrett uses the illustration of a fishing lure as he talks about our natural sexual desire, reminding us to “Look for the hook!”

THE PROCESS OF TEMPTATION: Disobedience (vs 15)

The timeline between desire and deception is sometimes long. However, the timeline between deception and disobedience is usually very quick. Why?

Can Satan “force” us to sin? Pastor Jarrett uses a football illustration to explain how Satan tempts us. He then makes a sermon confession about ice cream…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 5, 2023

Title: Defeating Temptation
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Whose fault is it when we sin? Satan’s? God’s? Others? Or ours? Think about it!

CAN WE TRUST GOD? Yes! God is good!

How do we know that God is good?

Has God ever sinned?

Will God ever tempt us to sin?

Why do we doubt God’s goodness? Pastor Jarrett believes doubting God’s goodness is the first step in giving into temptation. After all: God is good all the time. All the time, God is good!

Scripture References: Habakkuk 1:3a; 1 John 1:5; Psalm 119:68

THE PROCESS OF TEMPTATION: Desire (vs 14)

Can some desires be good?

Is everyone born with a sin nature?

What did Paul say about our desires? (Romans 7:18)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 4, 2023

Title: Defeating Temptation
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Are you defeating sin consistently? Pastor Jarrett wants us all to be able to make this statement: “I know I am growing spiritually when I am enduring trials and defeating temptation consistently.”

Are trials and temptations the same thing, but sent from two vastly different beings – one being God and one being Satan? Will we ALL face trials and temptations in our life? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God wants us to be spiritual body builders; Satan wants us weak.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 1, 2023

Title: The Pathway to Perfection
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on The Book of James. The desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND PROBLEMS THAT PRODUCES PERSEVERANCE AND HELPS US FIND PURPOSE (James 1:12)

“What did I do to deserve this”? Why is this a normal response for us?

Why do we experience trials? (Romans 8:29) Pastor Jarret believes there are two reasons: discipline and development.

Why does God discipline us? Think of Jonah…

Why does God want us to develop and grow our faith? Think of Daniel…

Will some of our trials remain a mystery this side of heaven? (James 1:12) Pastor Jarrett shares a great exercise by psychologist Jonathan Haidt.


PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND PROBLEMS THAT PRODUCES PERSEVERANCE AND HELPS US FIND PURPOSE ON THE PATHWAY TO PERFECTION (James 1:1-12)

What does “perfect” mean?

Will we ever reach perfection?

Does God want us comfortable, living in convenience? Or does God desire our “completeness”?


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Comfort others with the comfort with which you have been comforted. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 31, 2023

Title: The Pathway to Perfection
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on The Book of James. The desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND PROBLEMS (James 1:9-11)

Does God send us trials so we can fulfill His expectations for us? Listen in for Pastor Jarrett’s great, honest explanation and rapid-fires some Scripture: Psalms 34:19; John 16:33; 1 Peter 4:12; 2 Timothy 3:12.


PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND PROBLEMS THAT PRODUCES PERSEVERANCE (James 1:3)

Why does God want “spiritual body-builders”? Pastor Jarrett compares the Christian life to physical resistance training, using a friend of his as an example. Click here and fast-forward to the 50-minute to view the illustration. (1 Peter 1:6-7)

How can we grow in our faith through trials?


PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND PROBLEMS THAT PRODUCES PERSEVERANCE AND HELPS US FIND PURPOSE (James 1:12)

“What did I do to deserve this”? Why is this a normal response for us?

Why do we experience trials?


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 30, 2023

Title: The Pathway to Perfection
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on The Book of James. The desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE ON PAIN AND PROBLEMS (James 1:9-11)

Do trials come in all shapes and sizes? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that something “small” to us may seem like the end of the world to others, so be kind and understanding. He also discusses the Netflix documentary about Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Did their riches destroy them? How are their trials different than yours? Does God send us trials so we can fulfill His expectations for us? This is a complicated question that has a simple answer. Listen as Pastor Jarrett explains…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 29, 2023

Title: The Pathway to Perfection
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on The Book of James. The desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

When we are facing trials, why do we oftentimes turn everywhere but God first? Pastor Jarrett references the book by Paul Bunyan, “Pilgram’s Progress”, about the double-minded man.

PRAYER PROVIDES A PROPER PERSPECTIVE (James 1:2)

How can prayer keep us focused on God and give us clear answers?

When this letter was written, what were the people experiencing? Were the people probably perplexed by the greeting? Would you be confused, too? Pastor Jarrett explains what James meant when he said “count it all joy”.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 28, 2023

Title: The Pathway to Perfection
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on The Book of James. The desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

Scripture Passage: James 1:1-12

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

New resource from CFBC: READ. REFLECT. GROW. This is a series of articles written by staff and volunteers on various topics, such as: church life, missions, and spiritual growth. Click here  for more information.

Pastor Jarrett sums up the Scripture passage for this week as a tongue twister: “Prayer provides a proper perspective on pain and problems that produces perseverance and helps us find purpose on the pathway to perfection.”

How can prayer provide for us? (James 1:5-8)

Have you ever gone through a situation that tested you? Have you ever wondered why? Was it hard to trust God would bring you through? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we have all been in situations like that before, but prayer really can provide the answers we are seeking.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 25, 2023

Title: The Letter of James
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How would you react if your church was being persecuted against and was broken into pieces? Pastor Jarrett shares an inspiring story of a pastor whose church was destroyed in Hurricane Katrina.

Why did Pastor Jarrett buy a “legit” shepherd’s staff off of eBay? (Click here and fast-forward to the 60-minute mark.)

Why was James so straight-forward in his letter to the people? Why didn’t he tip-toe around the truth? Pastor Jarrett shares a little sneak-peak of the sermons coming over the next few weeks during this sermon series.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

The world needs people who truly follow Jesus, so be a doer of the Word.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 24, 2023

Title: The Letter of James
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

WHO WAS JAMES?

How did James describe himself? Was he haughty or humble? Would others describe you the same way?

WHO WAS JAMES’ TARGETED AUDIENCE?

Who were the “twelve tribes”? Were they being persecuted? Were they scattered to other nations? (Acts 8:1)

How would you react if your church was being persecuted against and was broken into pieces? Pastor Jarrett shares an inspiring story of a pastor whose church was destroyed in Hurricane Katrina.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 23, 2023

Title: The Letter of James
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Has the resurrection of Jesus changed your life? Do you really believe that the Gospel is true?

Do you have a wayward son or daughter? Pastor Jarrett encourages us to continue to pray and pray and pray some more! Never stop praying for them! The Word that has been planted in their hearts will stay there, nudging them back to God a little at a time until they run back to His open arms!

WHO WAS JAMES?

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett explained why people, including Jesus’ own half-siblings, did not believe he was the Son of God.

Did you know that James was the first pastor of the first church in Jerusalem? How did that happen?

How was James persecuted?

What happened in James’ life that convinced him Jesus was the Son of God? (1 Corinthians 15:3-7)

Where was James when he saw Jesus’s resurrected body? (Acts 1:14)

How did James impact the lives of Christians? (Acts 15:19)

Who does James quote in his letter? Why did he feel the need to quote these two prophets?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 22, 2023

Title: The Letter of James
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Is it possible to come to church every Sunday and still not know Jesus? Has your life truly been changed by Jesus? If you saw Jesus standing right in front of you right now, would you believe?

WHO WAS JAMES?

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed the other James in the Bible and why this James is called the “half-brother” of Jesus.

Did Jesus’ half-siblings, including James, believe that Jesus was the Son of God? (Mark 3:20; John 7:3-4)

Did people in Jesus’ hometown believe he was the Son of God? (Matthew 13:57)

What happened in James’ life that convinced him Jesus was the Son of God? (1 Corinthians 15:3-7)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 21, 2023

Title: The Letter of James
Topic: The Book of James

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series on the book of James. Their desire during this series is for you to grow in a sincere and genuine faith, firmly knowing what you believe and why, and then living out that belief in your daily interactions with those in your home and community.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is the Book of James considered the most practical book in the Bible?

WHO WAS JAMES?

Was his name very common in Biblical times? Who were some other “famous” James in the Bible?

Why is this James called the “half-brother” of Jesus? How many other “half-siblings” did Jesus have? Did they believe Jesus was the Son of God? (Mark 3:20; John 7:3-4)

Pastor Jarrett shares some funny stories about his own siblings…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 18, 2023

Title: Pastor Jarrett’s Personal Devotional Time
Topic: Better Bible Study

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the summer series “Better Bible Study” sharing what he does in his own personal quiet time each day with the Lord.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRINCIPLE #3: Get a plan.

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett shared some action steps he takes every day during his devotional time with the Lord. Today, he shares more about what he personally does to ensure he is following God’s commands in all he does and why he keeps his quiet time separate from his sermon preparation.

POINTS FOR HOME:

Your relationship with the Lord is directly correlated to the amount of time you spend in His Word and in prayer each day.

BOOK REFERENCE: “Old Paths – New Power” by Daniel Henderson


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Bringing People to Jesus
Topic: Bringing People to Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us this week from Mark 2:1-12 entitled: “Bringing People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why should we pray for those who are lost?

Charles Spurgeon: “Prayer is the slender nerve that moves the muscle of omnipotence.”

What are people saying about you? Do they know you love Jesus? Do they know you love them? Who are you going to invite to church this week?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 17, 2023

Title: Pastor Jarrett’s Personal Devotional Time
Topic: Better Bible Study

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the summer series “Better Bible Study” sharing what he does in his own personal quiet time each day with the Lord.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRINCIPLE #3: Get a plan.

Why is it important to have a plan when studying the Bible?

In our quiet time, why should we confess our sins to God?

Can we look for commands to obey when we study our Bible?

Are there promises we can claim in Scripture when praying and studying God’s Word?

When is the last time you thanked God for His blessings over your life? Our devotional time is a great place to do it!

How can people we read about in Scripture encourage us?

Have you ever encountered a passage that you don’t fully understand? Pastor Jarrett says it’s okay to study it every day until you do!


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Bringing People to Jesus
Topic: Bringing People to Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us this week from Mark 2:1-12 entitled: “Bringing People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Do you know people who need Jesus? Pastor Jarrett encourages us to write down their names and pray for them daily. He also reminds us that they are not our enemy! Even if you don’t “like” them – love them!!

Are you willing to bring people to Jesus? How can you use your gifts/talents to bring people to Jesus?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 16, 2023

Title: Pastor Jarrett’s Personal Devotional Time
Topic: Better Bible Study

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the summer series “Better Bible Study” sharing what he does in his own personal quiet time each day with the Lord.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRINCIPLE #2: Get a good study Bible and journal.

Why does Pastor Jarrett write down his prayers in his journals? The story he shares from August 6, 2020, is absolutely crazy! God has everything worked out in amazing, miraculous ways!

Why does Pastor Jarrett write down big events in his journals, as well?

Is it okay and acceptable to ask God questions when studying the Bible?

What can we learn about ourselves when we read the Bible?

Why should we pray for our friends and loved ones? Should we write those prayer requests down in our journal? Should we also share those prayers with those we are praying for?

How can “busyness” prevent us from studying the Bible like we should? Pastor Jarrett shares an acronym: LSB – Laziness, Selfishness, and Busyness.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Bringing People to Jesus
Topic: Bringing People to Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us this week from Mark 2:1-12 entitled: “Bringing People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

According to Old Testament Jewish law, what was the punishment for blasphemy? Why were the scribes accusing Jesus of blasphemy in the Scripture passage?

What was Jesus’ response to the Scribes? Why did he give the “hard” answer when he could have gone the “easy” route? Pastor Jarrett explains how the point of this passage is not about the man’s physical healing, but rather his spiritual healing.

Click here to view the new Three Circles Wall at Champion Forest Baptist Church. (Fast-forward to the 73-minute mark.)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 15, 2023

Title: Pastor Jarrett’s Personal Devotional Time
Topic: Better Bible Study

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the summer series “Better Bible Study” sharing what he does in his own personal quiet time each day with the Lord.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRINCIPLE #2: Get a good study Bible and journal.

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett shared what he reads/studies each day: a Proverb, some Psalms, and messages from both the Old and New Testaments.

What Study Bible does Pastor Jarrett recommend? Should a good Study Bible include cross references?

Why does Pastor Jarrett keep ALL of his journals and Study Bibles? Part of his explanation includes this statement: “If you have the spirit of God in you and the Word of God before you, nothing is coincidence.”

Why does Pastor Jarrett write down his prayers in his journals? The story he shares from August 6, 2020, is absolutely crazy! God has everything worked out in amazing, miraculous ways!


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Bringing People to Jesus
Topic: Bringing People to Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us this week from Mark 2:1-12 entitled: “Bringing People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is the theme of the Bible? How can forgiveness be found in every story? Is forgiveness found in your story?

What is the Day of Atonement? (Leviticus 16)

What does “forgive” mean? (Hebrews 9:22)

According to Old Testament Jewish law, what was the punishment for blasphemy? Why did the scribes accuse Jesus of blasphemy in the Scripture passage?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 14, 2023

Title: Pastor Jarrett’s Personal Devotional Time
Topic: Better Bible Study

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the summer series “Better Bible Study” sharing what he does in his own personal quiet time each day with the Lord.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PRINCIPLE #1: Prioritize your time.

Are you setting aside time each day to spend in the Word and in prayer?

What is the “right amount of time” to spend in the Word and prayer each day? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that reading the Bible and praying each day isn’t a chore or a duty; it’s a relationship. (Hebrews 4:12)

Why should parents and grandparents read the Bible to their children and grandchildren?


PRINCIPLE #2: Get a good study Bible and journal.

Why do so many people recommend reading a Proverb each day?

Is reading a few chapters from the Psalms each day a good idea, too?

Why does Pastor Jarrett read from the Old and New Testament every day?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett offers some recommendations for a good study Bible.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Bringing People to Jesus
Topic: Bringing People to Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens has a special sermon for us this week from Mark 2:1-12 entitled: “Bringing People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did Pastor Jarrett have a difficult time deciding on a title for this sermon?

Why do churches exist? What is the mission and purpose of CFBC? Pastor Jarrett shares some of their focus priorities. (Matthew 28:18)

As Christ-followers, what should be our number one priority in all we do?

What is the theme of the Bible? How can forgiveness be found in every story? Is forgiveness found in your story?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 7, 2023

Title: The Answer to Fear and Anxiety
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 46.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Martin Luther wrote the hymn, “A Mighty Fortress is Our God”, which sparked the Protestant Reformation. What happened, though, after he wrote it? Was life all sunshine and roses? Or did he receive threats on his life? Was he full of fear and anxiety?

What is the answer to fear and anxiety? What can we do when the walls are crumbling down around us? What if we feel like we can’t breathe? Pastor Jarrett shares some great encouragement: “Don't let the twin towers of fear and anxiety move you. Instead, let whatever is causing fear and anxiety remind you that God is on the move.”

FINAL THOUGHTS:
S – Slow Down
T – Take Time
O – Open Up
P – Press In

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 6, 2023

Title: The Answer to Fear and Anxiety
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 46.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

When and how does Psalm 46 transition from fear and anxiety to hope and encouragement? (verses 4-7)

What does “river” mean in this passage? Were rivers extremely important to the people at that time? (Psalm 36:8; Psalm 65:9b)

What did the Psalmist and the people fear? What is your greatest fear? Do you live your life dreading this fear will become a reality? Why – when you know God holds you in the palm of His hand?

In the Old Testament, where did God dwell? Where does God dwell now? (1 Corinthians 6:19; 2 Corinthians 16:6b; John 7:37b-38)

How do we know that Jesus is the River of Life? (Genesis 2; Revelation 22)

Martin Luther wrote the hymn, “A Mighty Fortress is Our God”, which sparked the Protestant Reformation. What happened, though, after he wrote it? Was life all sunshine and roses? Or did he receive threats on his life? Was he full of fear and anxiety?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 5, 2023

Title: The Answer to Fear and Anxiety
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 46.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What does “selah” mean? Why does some Scripture include this word? Why do worship songs have a break in singing, with only music playing?

When you are struggling with life events, do you sometimes feel like God doesn’t care about you and your problems? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “God’s not on vacation. He’s not checked out. He’s not aloof or uncaring. He’s not attending to others, not having the bandwidth to attend to you.”

Who was Corrie Ten Boom? How did she and her family help and witness to hundreds of Jews during WWII? What did Corrie Ten Boom say about fear and anxiety? Click here for more about Corrie Ten Boom.

When and how does Psalm 46 transition from fear and anxiety to hope and encouragement? (verses 4-7)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 4, 2023

Title: The Answer to Fear and Anxiety
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 46.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett gives some background about Psalm 46 and then discusses verses 1-3.

When we go through troubles, we often forget to go to God first. Pastor Jarrett reminds us, though, that God (Elohim) created the heavens and the earth. GOD IS!   And He WILL take care of you! He is our refuge and strength. Pastor Jarrett says: “The God we serve is bigger and stronger and mightier than anything we may be up against!”

So, who is God? (Isaiah 40:12, 26, 28)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 3, 2023

Title: The Answer to Fear and Anxiety
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 46.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon sharing about his short 10-minute sermon he preached recently at the Southern Baptist Convention Pastors’ Conference and his first experience attending the conference at the age of 19. He also shares about his admiration of Charles Spurgeon, the “Prince of Preachers”, and another preacher, Joseph Parker. Parker once said: “Preach to the suffering, and you will never lack a congregation. There is a broken heart in every pew.”

What happens when a worst-case scenario becomes a reality in your life? What do you do? How do you endure it? What gets you through?

Does God’s Word offer any answers for the anxieties and fears of life?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett reads from Psalm 46, offering hope and encouragement as we wade through the struggles of life.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 30, 2023

Title: Psalm 127: A Father’s Psalm
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 127.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Father’s Day, June 18, 2023.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

ADVICE FOR FATHERS (AND MOTHERS)

Cherish them fondly. Capture the days. Make memories now. (1 Thessalonians 2:7)

Rear them tenderly. Josh McDowell: “Rules without relationship lead to relational disconnect, which prompts rebellion.” (Colossians 3:21; Ephesians 6:4)

Sustain them spiritually. Faith matters. Let your kids see you pray and study God’s Word. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9)

Book Reference: “Parenting by the Book” by Travis Gilbert


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Pastor Jarrett shares eight lessons he learned from his parents about living a godly life partnered with the Church. Click here and fast-forward to the end of the sermon to view his list.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 29, 2023

Title: Psalm 127: A Father’s Psalm
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 127.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Father’s Day, June 18, 2023.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett shares about a new ministry CFBC will be launching in the Fall 2023 for single parents who have sons. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months…

He also speaks directly to grandparents who may regret some of the choices they made with their own children. How can grandparents step up now to help their grandchildren?


ADVICE FOR FATHERS (AND MOTHERS)

Cherish them fondly. Capture the days. Make memories now. (1 Thessalonians 2:7)

Rear them tenderly. Josh McDowell: “Rules without relationship lead to relational disconnect, which prompts rebellion.” (Colossians 3:21; Ephesians 6:4)

Tune in tomorrow for the third piece of advice from Pastor Jarrett, as well as his closing thoughts.


Book References:

“Ten Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe” by Larry Osborne

“Parenting by the Book” by Travis Gilbert

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 28, 2023

Title: Psalm 127: A Father’s Psalm
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 127.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Father’s Day, June 18, 2023.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

GOD DEFENDS THE FAMILY

What is the devil’s goal for humanity? (Genesis 3) What were “watchmen” in Solomon’s time? What was their responsibility?

Why is it the responsibility of fathers to be “watchmen”?

Does God always watch over us? Does He ever get weary?


PRAYERS TO PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY

Pray for God to strengthen your marriage.

Pray for God to soften your children’s heart.

Pray for God to make you sensitive to spiritual warfare. Pastor Jarrett says: “The quality of your prayer life is determined by the awareness of the war.”


Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches more about the third point in his sermon: “God blesses the family”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 27, 2023

Title: Psalm 127: A Father’s Psalm
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 127.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Father’s Day, June 18, 2023.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

GOD BUILDS THE FAMILY

Are instructions important – especially instructions from God in the Bible?

Why must faith in Jesus be the foundation of a family? (Matthew 7:24-27)

Are you living for what really matters? Are you building what God wants?


GOD DEFENDS THE FAMILY

Most fathers want to protect their family, especially their children, from the evils of the world. Can this be accomplished, though, without the help and guidance from God?

What is the devil’s goal for humanity? (Genesis 3) Pastor Jarrett passionately rebukes the perversion that is being shoved in our faces, saying: “If we’re not careful, our children can catch a window into hell at such an early age that it can trip them up…that for years can take them down a road that we would never want our children and our grandchildren to go down.”

What were “watchmen” in Solomon’s time? What was their responsibility?

Why is it the responsibility of fathers to be “watchmen”?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 26, 2023

Title: Psalm 127: A Father’s Psalm
Topic: Summer in the Psalms

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new summer sermon series, “Summer in the Psalms” with Psalm 127.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Father’s Day, June 18, 2023.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett reads Psalm 127.

What are the fifteen Psalms of Ascent?

GOD BUILDS THE FAMILY

Solomon is the author of this Psalm. What is he known for?

What is the “house” that Solomon is writing about?

What did a house include in Solomon’s time? Was it just a building?

Why did Solomon use the word “vain” twice in this one verse?

Are instructions important – especially instructions from God in the Bible?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 16, 2023

Title: Last Things
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the End Times: the return of Jesus, the resurrection and judgement of believers and unbelievers, eternal destinies, and the creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE CREATION OF A NEW HEAVEN AND NEW EARTH

What is the “third heaven”?

What did Paul write about heaven? (1 Corinthians 2:9)


APPLICATION: How should Christians be living, waiting for the second coming of Jesus?

Be watchful. (Luke 12:35-48; 1 Thessalonians 5:2-6)

Be holy. (2 Peter 3:10-13; 1 Thessalonians 5:7-11)

Be encouraged. (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 John 3:2-3)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 15, 2023

Title: Last Things
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the End Times: the return of Jesus, the resurrection and judgement of believers and unbelievers, eternal destinies, and the creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE RESURRECTION AND JUDGMENT OF BELIEVERS AND UNBELIEVERS

Will believers and unbelievers be judged differently? How will unbelievers be judged? How will believers be judged?

Will every believer be given the same rewards in heaven?

What is the “White Throne Judgement”? (Revelation 20:11-15)

Scripture References: Romans 14:12; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15; Revelation 22:12; Acts 17:31; Hebrews 9:27


ETERNAL DESTINIES ARE SEALED

What will hell be like? Is it really a “lake of fire”? (Mark 9:48)

What is the Olivet Discourse? (Matthew 25:34, 41,46)

Why will believers experience eternal life?


THE CREATION OF A NEW HEAVEN AND NEW EARTH

Pastor Jarrett explains what this means using Revelation 21:1-5. He also reflects on the beauty of God’s Creation.

What is the “third heaven”?

What did Paul write about heaven? (1 Corinthians 2:9)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 14, 2023

Title: Last Things
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the End Times: the return of Jesus, the resurrection and judgement of believers and unbelievers, eternal destinies, and the creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is Champion Forest Baptist Church so passionate about missions? Pastor Jarrett shares about a church member who is moving to Italy with the International Mission Board.

Why don’t we know exactly when the second coming of Jesus will be? Why hasn’t it occurred yet? (2 Peter 3:3-4, 8-9)

THE RESURRECTION AND JUDGMENT OF BELIEVERS AND UNBELIEVERS
Who are the just? Who are the unjust?
What is the significance of the resurrection of believers?
Will it be a physical or spiritual resurrection?
Will we be made perfect – without sin?
Will believers and unbelievers be judged differently?
How will unbelievers be judged?
How will believers be judged?

Scripture References: John 5:28-29; 1 Corinthians 15:51-53; Matthew 25:31-46; 2 Corinthians 5:10; Matthew 12:36

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 13, 2023

Title: Last Things
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the End Times: the return of Jesus, the resurrection and judgement of believers and unbelievers, eternal destinies, and the creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE RETURN OF JESUS

What are some of the warning signs that the second coming of Jesus is near? (Matthew 24:3-14) Pastor Jarrett discusses heresy, rivalry, calamity, persecution, lawlessness, and worldwide evangelism.

When did the End Times actually begin? (Acts 1)

Why are the End Times compared to “birth pains” in Matthew 24?

Why and how will persecution of Christians increase and be more intense during the End Times?

What is lawlessness? What does “love growing cold” look like? (1 Timothy 3:1-5)

Does “nation” mean a geographical location? Or does it refer to people groups? Pastor Jarrett shares some shocking but encouraging statistics…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 12, 2023

Title: Last Things
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the End Times: the return of Jesus, the resurrection and judgement of believers and unbelievers, eternal destinies, and the creation of a new heaven and a new earth.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

REVIEW: What are the major doctrines of the Christian faith?
Theology Proper
The Trinity
The Bible
Salvation
The Church
Spiritual Warfare


What is the Apostle’s Creed?

THE RETURN OF JESUS
Will Jesus really return to earth a second time?
How many Old Testament verses mention the second coming of Jesus?
How many New Testament verses mention the second coming of Jesus?
How many more times is the second coming of Jesus mentioned compared to the first coming of Jesus?
How many times does Jesus speak of his second coming?
Does anyone know when the second coming of Jesus will happen – other than God?
How many verses in the New Testament tell believers to “watch for the second coming”?

Scripture References: Acts 1:8-11; Revelation 1:7; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-2; Matthew 24:36; Matthew 24:3-8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 26, 2023

Title: The Church
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

“Just because people are meeting together, that doesn’t mean they are a church.” Pastor Jarrett Stephens

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the Church and the church. Yes, there is a difference.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are the five purposes of the local church? (Acts 2:42-47)

Churches grow deeper through discipleship, fellowship, ministry, worship, and evangelism.

Book Reference: Rick Warren’s book, “The Purpose Driven Church”


FINAL THOUGHTS: A Call to Action

Invest in the church

Pray for the Church and the church

Be the church


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 25, 2023

Title: The Church
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

“Just because people are meeting together, that doesn’t mean they are a church.” Pastor Jarrett Stephens

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the Church and the church. Yes, there is a difference.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Mark of a healthy church: Localized Leadership

Why is church leadership important to a strong, healthy church?

Who are deacons in the Baptist church? What is their purpose? How do they help the pastor and the church body as a whole?

What are some of the other leadership roles in the church? Why are these important?

Click here to read more about the Baptist Faith and Message.


Mark of a healthy church: Practice Ordinances

What are the Baptist ordinances? (1 Corinthians 11:23-29) Pastor Jarrett preaches about the sacraments – the Lord’s Supper and baptism – and why they are important to follow.

What are the five purposes of the local church? (Acts 2:42-47)

Book Reference: Rick Warren’s book, “The Purpose Driven Church”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 24, 2023

Title: The Church
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

“Just because people are meeting together, that doesn’t mean they are a church.” Pastor Jarrett Stephens

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the Church and the church. Yes, there is a difference.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is the church? Remember: There is a difference between the Church and the church. Pastor Jarrett preached on the Church (with a big C) on Monday and Tuesday.

Mark of a healthy church: Sound Doctrine

Why is sound doctrine important? (1 Timothy 3:15) Pastor Jarrett’s first sermon in this series was on doctrine. Click here if you missed it.


Mark of a healthy church: Localized Leadership

Why is church leadership important to a strong, healthy church?

Who can be a pastor of a church according to Scripture?

Click here to read more about the Baptist Faith and Message.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 23, 2023

Title: The Church
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

“Just because people are meeting together, that doesn’t mean they are a church.” Pastor Jarrett Stephens

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the Church and the church. Yes, there is a difference.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Do you feel blessed to be part of God’s Church? Pastor Jarrett reminds us today to never, ever take God’s Church for granted.


Why the Church is Important: Jesus Bought the Church

What was the cost for our salvation?

Must we pay something to receive God’s grace and mercy?

How did Jesus pay for our salvation? (Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 1:18-19; Revelation 5:9)


What is the Church?

Bride (Ephesians 5:31-32; Revelation 19:6-8)

Body (Ephesians 4:4-6; 1 Corinthians 12:21-21, 25-27)

Building (Ephesians 2:19-22; 1 Peter 2:4-5


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 22, 2023

Title: The Church
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

“Just because people are meeting together, that doesn’t mean they are a church.” Pastor Jarrett Stephens

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on the Church and the church. Yes, there is a difference.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is “The Church”? Wayne Grudem wrote in his book, “Christian Belief: Twenty Basics Every Christian Should Know”: “The community of all true believers for all time. That is, the church is made up of all men and women who have been, are, or ever will be true believers in Jesus.”

Why the Church is Important: Jesus Builds the Church

When was the first time Jesus used the word “Church”? (Matthew 16:13-18)

What does “Church” mean in Greek?

Was this a new concept to the people?

Who is part of the Church? (2 Timothy 2:19; Revelation 21:27)

Is God still building His Church? (Revelation 7:9-10)

Why the Church is Important: Jesus Bought the Church

What was the cost for our salvation? Must we pay something to receive God’s grace and mercy? How did Jesus pay for our salvation? (Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 1:18-19; Revelation 5:9)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 19, 2023

Title: The Scripture
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on how God’s Word is inspired, credible, and authoritative.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


GOD’S WORD IS AUTHORITATIVE

Reformer Martin Luther once said: “When Scripture speaks, God speaks.”

How do we know that the Bible is the “final word”?

Why should we be careful to not live by our feelings – our emotions?

Why should we be careful to not change the words of the Bible to suit what we want?

Why should we be careful to not listen to the world’s interpretation of the Bible?



FINAL THOUGHTS:

Embrace the Word of God.

Consume the Word of God.

Obey the Word of God.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 18, 2023

Title: The Scripture
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on how God’s Word is inspired, credible, and authoritative.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Charles Spurgeon: “The Word of God is like a lion. You don’t have to defend a lion. All you have to do is let the lion loose, and the lion will defend itself.”

GOD’S WORD IS CREDIBLE

Have you ever encountered a skeptic – someone who doesn’t believe in God or that the Bible is true?

What “outside sources” point to the credibility of the Bible?


EDITOR’S NOTE: There was way too much information in this one segment to put it all here. Please please please listen closely to all the important information Pastor Jarrett shares in this segment. It is so interesting and I guarantee you will learn something new.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 17, 2023

Title: The Scripture
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on how God’s Word is inspired, credible, and authoritative.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

GOD’S WORD IS INSPIRED

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett gave Scripture after Scripture. Here are some more:
Isaiah 40:8
Acts 4:12
Jeremiah 23:29
Psalm 119:160
2 Samuel 7:28
John 17:17

Pastor Jarrett says this about the Bible’s impact on our lives: “When we read the Bible, it reads us!”


GOD’S WORD IS CREDIBLE

Have you ever encountered a skeptic – someone who doesn’t believe in God or that the Bible is true?

What “outside sources” point to the credibility of the Bible? Pastor Jarrett mentions many interesting facts.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 16, 2023

Title: The Scripture
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on how God’s Word is inspired, credible, and authoritative.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is the Bible important? How do we know the Bible is true? Pastor and author W.A. Criswell  once stated: “You wouldn’t know God without the Book. You wouldn’t know Jesus Christ – not even his name – without the Book. You’d have no assurance of salvation or of heaven without the Book. Our whole life and hope lies in the promise and assurance and revelation of the Lord God written here in the Book.”

How does God communicate with us through Scripture? What other ways does God communicate with us?

GOD’S WORD IS INSPIRED
2 Timothy 3:16
2 Peter 1:20-21
Matthew 5:17-18
John 12:49-50
Matthew 24:35
2 Peter 3:15-16
Psalm 119:89
Isaiah 40:8

Tune in tomorrow for more!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 15, 2023

Title: The Scripture
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, he preaches on how God’s Word is inspired, credible, and authoritative.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon explaining why he has so many Bibles and the purpose each one serves. Three, in particular, have a special meaning to him.

How can Scripture help us understand more about doctrine and who God is? How do we know that there is something (Someone) greater in the universe? Pastor Jarrett does a short review of the past three weeks.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 12, 2023

Title: The Trinity
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, his goal is to help us have a deeper understanding of The Trinity.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed why The Trinity matters and how The Trinity affects us as Christians, preaching about suffering and sanctifications. Today, he discusses “stances”: where Christians need to draw the line in the sand.

OUR STANCES:

Why do Christians need to stick to the morals and ethics of the Bible – even if it goes against what others say is “right”?

Are other religions, like Islam and Mormonism, wrong?

Should Christians be vocal on issues like homosexuality, transgenderism, and abortion? YES! Pastor Jarrett explains why and how these issues affect the Triune God.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 11, 2023

Title: The Trinity
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, his goal is to help us have a deeper understanding of The Trinity.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett laid out how we know about The Trinity when it is not specifically mentioned in the Bible, referencing numerous Scripture Passages. Click the “archive” link above, searching under “May 17, 2023”, for the Scripture Passages.

Today, he discusses why The Trinity matters and how The Trinity affects us as Christians.

OUR SUFFERING:

Does our suffering take God by surprise? Why do we suffer? Can God identify with our suffering? How does God help us through our suffering? (Romans 8:26)

OUR SANCTIFICATION:

What happens when we accept Jesus as our personal Lord and Savior? Can we “lose” our salvation? Will every person one day meet God face to face? How can the Holy Spirit guide our steps through God’s Word? (Philippians 1:6)

OUR STANCES:

How do we know where to “draw the line in the sand”? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett completes his thoughts on this, as well as his final thoughts for the sermon this week.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 10, 2023

Title: The Trinity
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, his goal is to help us have a deeper understanding of The Trinity.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is “monotheism” – one God in three distinct persons? (Deuteronomy 6:4; Ten Commandments; John 5; 1 Corinthians 8, 1 Timothy 2; James 2:19)

What is “personhood”?

Can God communicate? Can Jesus communicate? Can the Holy Spirit communicate? YES (Ephesians 5)

How are God, the Son, and the Holy Spirit the same? How are they different?

FACT: The word “trinity” is not found in the Bible. So how do we know about The Trinity? Creation: Genesis 1:1-2; Job 33:4; Gensis 1:26; John 1:1-3

Revelation: John 6:44; John 16:8 Pastor Jarrett says: “None of us would know God apart from the work of The Trinity revealing Himself to us.”

Salvation: Ephesians 1:3-14

Other Scripture passages that show The Trinity: Matthew 3:16-17 (Jesus’ baptism); 2 Corinthians 3:14

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 9, 2023

Title: The Trinity
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, his goal is to help us have a deeper understanding of The Trinity.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

STATEMENT #1 OF AFFIRMATION OF THE TRINITY:

There is one and only one true and living God.


STATEMENT #2 OF AFFIRMATION OF THE TRINITY:

The one God eternally exists in three persons – God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.


STATEMENT #3 OF AFFIRMATION OF THE TRINITY:

These three persons are completely equal in attributes each with the same divine nature.


STATEMENT #4 OF AFFIRMATION OF THE TRINITY:

While each person is fully and completely God, the persons are not identical.


Click the YouTube link above and fast-forward to the 58-minute mark to view the graph illustrating St. Augustine’s thoughts on The Trinity.

FACT: The word “trinity” is not found in the Bible. Pastor Jarrett shares some interesting church history about The Trinity.

What is “monotheism” – one God in three distinct persons? (Deuteronomy 6:4; Ten Commandments; John 5; 1 Corinthians 8, 1 Timothy 2; James 2:19)

What is “personhood”?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 8, 2023

Title: The Trinity
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the sermon series “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. This week, his goal is to help us have a deeper understanding of The Trinity.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why is doctrine essential to our faith? Why must we have a strong foundation set in God’s Word to grow as a Christian? Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon sharing about his recent trip to Florida and seeing the remains of the Surfside Condo collapse which killed 98 people due to poor structural support.

What is the Great Commandment (Mark 12:29-30)? Why is the Great Commandment the core doctrine of our faith?

Why is The Trinity so difficult to understand? Why is it a divine mystery? (Deuteronomy 29:29a) St. Augustine, Bishop of Hippo said of The Trinity: “Avoid the subject, you will lose your soul. If you try to understand it, you will lose your mind.” English Theologian John Wesley said of The Trinity: “Bring me a worm that can comprehend a man, and then I will show you a man that can comprehend the Triune God.”

What is The Trinity? Pastor Jarrett explains what the Baptist faith believes about The Trinity. Click here for more information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 28, 2023

Title: Why Doctrine Matters
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. Each week, Pastor Jarrett will preach on the core doctrines of Christianity. This week, he explains why doctrine matters.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

SO WHY DOES DOCTRINE MATTER?
Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett revealed the first three reasons why doctrine matters: we are commanded to teach it, it can lead to salvation, and it builds us up. It refutes heresy. Paul referred to heresy as gangrene – disease! Why should we be careful about what doctrine we learn and listen to? Should we double check what we learn through the Scriptures? (1 Timothy 6:20-21)
It helps people from drifting spiritually. Why is it dangerous to drift away from sound doctrine? (2 Timothy 4:1-4)

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Come to church hungry. Take notes. Engage in Scripture. Listen intently and without distractions.
Come to church humbly. Bow your heart, mind, and will to the Truth of God’s Word.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 27, 2023

Title: Why Doctrine Matters
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. Each week, Pastor Jarrett will preach on the core doctrines of Christianity. This week, he explains why doctrine matters.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

J.I. Packer “Knowing God”: “If we pursue theological knowledge for its own sake, it is bound to go bad on us. It will make us proud and conceited. The very greatness of the subject matter will intoxicate us, and we shall come to think of ourselves as a cut above other Christians because of our interest in it and grasp of it.”

SO WHY DOES DOCTRINE MATTER?
It is commanded that we teach it. Must a person be a preacher or theologian in order to teach doctrine? NOPE! (Titus 2:1)
It can lead to salvation. Is eternity really at stake when we teach doctrine? (1 Timothy 4:16; James 3:1)
It builds up believers. Is it important for Christians to encourage each other through Biblical doctrine? (Titus 1:9)

Tune in tomorrow for the final two reasons why doctrine matters.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 26, 2023

Title: Why Doctrine Matters
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. Each week, Pastor Jarrett will preach on the core doctrines of Christianity. This week, he explains why doctrine matters.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett discusses some of the expectations for this series and the different doctrines he will be preaching on: Why is the Bible important? Why should we study the Bible? (Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 119:60)

What are the major doctrines of our faith – the absolutes? What is the difference between an absolute, a conviction, an opinion, and a question? Why do different denominations “fight” over absolutes? Click the YouTube link above and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 7-minute mark to view the Bulls Eye.

What are the creeds in the Bible? (One example: Philippians 2:5-11)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 25, 2023

Title: Why Doctrine Matters
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. Each week, Pastor Jarrett will preach on the core doctrines of Christianity. This week, he explains why doctrine matters.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


Are “liberal” churches/preachers dangerous? Pastor Jarrett passionately reminds us that, more often than not, God blames spiritual leaders who have neglected or forsaken truth for the moral and spiritual decline of a people. (1 Timothy 3:15)

What is happening with the United Methodist Church in America right now? Look it up! It’s shocking that more UMC churches haven’t disaffiliated!

How does what we believe affect the way we live?

Why must we know true doctrine in order to make disciples? (Matthew 28:19-20)

What is the Greatest Commandment? (Mark 12:30)

What does “theology” mean? “The study of theology is an effort to make definitive statements about God and His implications in an accurate, coherent, relevant way based on God’s self-revelations. Doctrine equips people to fulfill their primary purpose, which is to glorify and delight in God through a deep personal knowledge of Him. Meaningful relationship with God is dependent on correct knowledge of Him.” – ESV Study Bible


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 24, 2023

Title: Why Doctrine Matters
Topic: These Things Never Change

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “These Things Never Change: What We Believe and Why it Matters”. Each week, Pastor Jarrett will preach on the core doctrines of Christianity. This week, he explains why doctrine matters.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


Why is it important to change some things in the church – ministries, staff, events, etc.?

Why should we never change doctrine – what we believe in?

Are we experiencing a moral decline in America?

Are “liberal” churches/preachers dangerous? Pastor Jarrett passionately reminds us that, more often than not, God blames spiritual leaders who have neglected or forsaken truth for the moral and spiritual decline of a people.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 21, 2023

Title: The Resurrected King
Topic: Easter Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Please enjoy segments from Pastor Jarrett’s special Easter Sermon from April 9, 2023. His Scripture focus is 1 Corinthians 15:3-5.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


Why does the Good News demand a response?

What are the two responses people have to the Gospel – to the Good News? Pastor Jarrett believes they are either hardened by it or they are humbled by it.

What if a person remains hardened after hearing the Good News? Why is it dangerous to remain hardened toward Jesus? (2 Corinthians 4:4; Hebrew 3:7;

What if a person becomes humbled after hearing the Good News? How can their life be changed forever?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 20, 2023

Title: The Resurrected King
Topic: Easter Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Please enjoy segments from Pastor Jarrett’s special Easter Sermon from April 9, 2023. His Scripture focus is 1 Corinthians 15:3-5.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


PROOF OF THE RESURRECTION: Testimony of Changed Lives

How was Paul’s life radically changed after meeting Jesus?
How many disciples died a martyr’s death for following Jesus?
Would you follow someone faithfully if you thought they were living/teaching a lie?
Why did the people stop worshipping God on the Sabbath and change to the first day of the week?

New Testament Scholar NT Wright: “If it was only an empty tomb and there had been no sighting, people would have believed the body was stolen. If there were only eyewitnesses who claimed to see Jesus, but the tomb still had a body in it, then people would have believed the eyewitnesses were hallucinating… But only I all these were true – the empty tomb, eyewitness accounts, and changed lives – could Christianity ever have begun. Thus, the resurrection must have been true.”

Pastor and Author Tim Keller: “If Jesus rose from the dead, then you have to accept all that he said. If he didn’t rise from the dead, then why worry about any of what he said? The issue on which everything hangs is not whether or not you like his teachings, but whether or not he rose from the dead.”

Why does the Resurrection of Jesus matter? Why must we all accept his words? (John 14:6; John 11:25-26)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 19, 2023

Title: The Resurrected King
Topic: Easter Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Please enjoy segments from Pastor Jarrett’s special Easter Sermon from April 9, 2023. His Scripture focus is 1 Corinthians 15:3-5.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


HOW IS THE RESURRECTION THE BEST GOOD NEWS EVER? Jesus was buried.
Why did Paul want to stress to the people that Jesus was buried in the tomb?
Does this “prove” that Jesus really did die and that he wasn’t just “asleep”? (John 19:38-42)
Why did Jesus even have to be buried? Why didn’t they leave him on the cross after his death? (1 Corinthians 17-19)


PROOF OF THE RESURRECTION: Testimony of Scripture

Was the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus prophesied over and over again in the Bible?
Did Jesus predict his own death? (Luke 18:31-33)


PROOF OF THE RESURRECTION: Testimony of Eyewitnesses

How many people saw Jesus after his death and burial?
What was written by witnesses about Jesus being alive after his death and burial? (2 Peter 1:16)


PROOF OF THE RESURRECTION: Testimony of Changed Lives

How was Paul’s life radically changed after meeting Jesus?
How many disciples died a martyr’s death for following Jesus?
Would you follow someone faithfully if you thought they were living/teaching a lie?



If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 18, 2023

Title: The Resurrected King
Topic: Easter Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Please enjoy segments from Pastor Jarrett’s special Easter Sermon from April 9, 2023. His Scripture focus is 1 Corinthians 15:3-5.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2zmZOFVifw

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:


HOW IS THE RESURRECTION THE BEST GOOD NEWS EVER? Jesus died.

Why did the resurrection have to start with the death of Jesus? (Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23)
Is death a reality for everyone?
Can anyone ignore death and pretend it doesn’t exist?
Will everyone experience judgement after death? (Hebrews 9:27)
How are our sins paid for? (Hebrews 9:22b)
Did the death of Jesus provide a way for us to God?


HOW IS THE RESURRECTION THE BEST GOOD NEWS EVER? Jesus was buried.

Why did Paul want to stress to the people that Jesus was buried in the tomb?
Does this “prove” that Jesus really did die and that he wasn’t just “asleep”?
Does the Garden Tomb still exist today? Pastor Jarrett shares a short video as he talks about it. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 42-minute mark. (John 19:38-42)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 17, 2023

Title: The Resurrected King
Topic: Easter Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Please enjoy segments from Pastor Jarrett’s special Easter Sermon from April 9, 2023. His Scripture focus is 1 Corinthians 15:3-5.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

QUOTE Jaroslav Pelikan: “If Christ is not raised, nothing matters. If Christ is raised, nothing else matters.”

What is the central message of Christianity? The resurrection of Jesus!

What is the most important event in all of history? The resurrection of Jesus!

Why does the Resurrection matter?

Why do we love to give others good news?

HOW IS THE RESURRECTION THE BEST GOOD NEWS EVER?

Jeus died. Why did the resurrection have to start with the death of Jesus? (Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23) Is death a reality for everyone? Can anyone ignore death?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 14, 2023

Title: Final Words
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he preaches on the Final Words from Jesus as recorded in Luke 23:44-46 discussing the four major events that took place at that time.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

MAJOR EVENT: Lives were changed. (Matthew 27:54)

What did the Centurion see and feel during the resurrection of Jesus? What did he say? How did the death of Jesus affect the Centurion? Had the Centurion ever seen a crucifixion before? (Mark 15:39; Luke 23:47)

Was the Centurion the first believer after the death of Jesus?

Did he tell others what happened and how his life was changed?


FINAL THOUGHTS: 1 Peter 2:21-23

Trust and entrust. Follow the example of Jesus. Always. No matter the circumstances. Trust that God is with you and is holding you close. Entrust your spirit to God for eternity.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 13, 2023

Title: Final Words
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he preaches on the Final Words from Jesus as recorded in Luke 23:44-46 discussing the four major events that took place at that time.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed the first two major events that happened surrounding the death of Jesus on the cross: The veil was torn and the earth was shaken.

MAJOR EVENT: The tombs were opened (Matthew 27:52-53)
Who was resurrected first: Jesus or other bodies? (1 Corinthians 15:2-23)
How does this compare to the second coming of Jesus?
What will happen to our physical bodies when we die? What will happen when we raise to heaven? (1 Corinthians 15:50-57)

Pastor Jarrett gives a little teaser about Resurrection Sunday… (John 5:28-29; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 12, 2023

Title: Final Words
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he preaches on the Final Words from Jesus as recorded in Luke 23:44-46 discussing the four major events that took place at that time.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett shares about the Reformer Jan Hus.
What was his crime? Was he afraid to die? How did he die?

What happens to our spirit when we die? Are you ready to entrust your spirit to Christ for safekeeping for eternity?

What was on Jesus’ mind when he breathed his last breath? (Psalm 31:5)

MAJOR EVENT: The Veil was torn. (Matthew 27:51a)
What was the veil?
What is the significance of the veil being torn?
How big was the veil?
How was the veil torn?
What was the “veil” that God tore when Jesus died on the cross?
Did the veil give us access to God – to heaven?

MAJOR EVENT: The earth was shaken. (Matthew 27:51b)
How often does the Bible mention the earth “shaking”? (Exodus 19:17-18; Hebrews 12:26; Revelation 6:12)
Who experienced the earthquake?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 11, 2023

Title: Final Words
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he preaches on the Final Words from Jesus as recorded in Luke 23:44-46 discussing the four major events that took place at that time.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett shares a sweet memory of teaching his kids how to swim and jump into the pool into his arms. He never just left them there to fend for themselves! Isn’t this how God is with us? We can run away and ignore Him, but He will never, ever leave us alone to do life on our own.

When and how did Jesus predict his death to his disciples? (Matthew 17:22-23, Matthew 26:45b)

How and why are the hands of God both the safest and scariest place to be? Did Jesus entrust his spirit to the safe-keeping hands of God? If he did, how could we do no less? (John 10:28; Hebrews 10:31; Acts 7:59)

Pastor Jarrett gives a preview of the new series he will begin the week after Easter. Reference: Apostles Creed

Tune in tomorrow for the rest of the story about Reformer Jan Hus.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 10, 2023

Title: Final Words
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he preaches on the Final Words from Jesus as recorded in Luke 23:44-46 discussing the four major events that took place at that time.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett reviews the past few weeks of the series to set up the sermon for this week:
When was it light?
When was it dark?
Was the darkness odd?
What did the light represent?
What did the dark represent?
Why are the final words of Jesus as he died on the cross so significant?
What did Jesus pray as he died on the cross?
What did Jesus say to others as he died on the cross?
How was Jesus separated from his Father God as he died on the cross?
Why was it necessary for Jesus to suffer on the cross for our sins?


REFLECTION:

What would you have done that day when Jesus died on the cross? Pastor Jarrett shares a great visual of Golgotha at the link above around the 50-minute mark.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 6, 2023

Title: A Word of Completion
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words Jesus uttered as recorded in John 19:30 “It is finished.”

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

WHAT WAS FINISHED?

Salvation Why do we need salvation? Why did Jesus die for our salvation? Was the death of Jesus God’s will? (John 4:34; John 6:38; Luke 12:50)

What did Jesus do after his death? What did God do after He created the universe? They rested! Pastor Jarrett compares Genesis 1 and John 1: rest, light/darkness, and the significance of numbers six and seven.

If Satan was finished by the death of Jesus on the cross, was sin finished, too? (Ephesians 6:12)

How and why were we made perfect by the death of Jesus on the cross?

APPLICATION: Rest in the finished work of Christ.

Will our good works outweigh the bad we do to secure our place in heaven? (Ephesians 2:8-9; Matthew 11:28)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 5, 2023

Title: A Word of Completion
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words Jesus uttered as recorded in John 19:30 “It is finished.”

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60u6kyBK4nY

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

WHAT WAS FINISHED? Satan
How was Satan “finished” with the death of Jesus on the cross?
When did sin begin? What curse was put on the serpent (Satan)? What promise was made for us? (Genesis 3:15)
How did Jesus “disarm” Satan? (Colossians 2:13-15)
How can we be certain that the death of Jesus on the cross defeated Satan? (1 John 3:8b; 1 Corinthians 15:26; Hebrews 2:14-15)

WHAT WAS FINISHED? Salvation
Why do we need salvation? Why did Jesus die for our salvation? Was the death of Jesus God’s will? (John 4:34; John 6:38; Luke 12:50)
What did Jesus do after his death?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 4, 2023

Title: A Word of Completion
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words Jesus uttered as recorded in John 19:30 “It is finished.”

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60u6kyBK4nY

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How was Jesus’s death on the cross the completion of his ministry and work on earth? Was this a cry of victory?

WHAT WAS FINISHED? Suffering

Did Jesus suffer, experiencing human emotions and pain? Philip Ryken: “From beginning to end, Jesus Christ lived a life of suffering. From the moment he left the heavenly palaces of light to the moment darkness descended upon him on the cross, he suffered.” (John 1:11)

Who despised and rejected Jesus? (Isaiah 53:3; Matthew 8:20) Pastor Jarrett reminds us today that Jesus came over 2,000 years ago as a “suffering servant” but he will return one day as a King!

Why was it necessary for Jesus to suffer, specifically on the cross? (Philippians 2:7; Hebrews 4:14-16)

WHAT WAS FINISHED? Sacrifices

Are sacrifices sometimes required to complete a task?

What did people do for sacrifices before the death of Jesus? Pastor Jarrett compares the animal sacrifices to swiping a credit card. Who foots the bill? Someone else!

How was the death of Jesus the ultimate sacrifice? Did Jesus “foot the bill” for us? (Hebrews 10:3-4; John 1:29)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 3, 2023

Title: A Word of Completion
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words Jesus uttered as recorded in John 19:30 “It is finished.”

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why must we wait until a project is completed to enjoy the benefits?

How was Jesus’s death on the cross the completion of his ministry and work on earth?

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon discussing the Lanier Theology Library and the new CFBC residency program. He also reviews the first five statements from Jesus on the cross, setting the stage for the rest of the sermon this week.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 31, 2023

Title: A Word of Agony
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of agony Jesus spoke on the cross as recorded in John 19:28-29.

NOTE: Champion Forest will have a special time of communion, worship, and baptism on Good Friday at all three of their campuses in Northwest Houston. For more information, call the church at 281.440.3800 or click the link below.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

A WORD OF AGONY: Inclusivity

Do you like to receive invitations? It makes you feel special, right? Remember: Jesus dying on the cross was the ultimate invitation!

Who was the invitation for? Everyone! (Isaiah 55:1; Revelation 22:17; Revelation 7:15-17)

What are you thirsting for? Money? Status? A relationship? A better career? A new house/car? Can anything earthly satisfy our thirst? (Jeremiah 2:13) Pastor Jarrett passionately says: “If it’s not a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, it is a broken cistern and it holds no water!” Why/how is the devil a “distracter”? (Matthew 11:28)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

Have you made your RSVP for eternity yet? What are you waiting for?
Have you sent out invitations to others yet? What are you waiting for?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 30, 2023

Title: A Word of Agony
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of agony Jesus spoke on the cross as recorded in John 19:28-29.

NOTE: Champion Forest will have a special time of communion, worship, and baptism on Good Friday at all three of their campuses in Northwest Houston. For more information, call the church at 281.440.3800 or click the link below.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

A WORD OF AGONY: Irony
Jesus often referred to himself as the source of “living water”. So, why was HE thirsty? (John 4:10-14)
Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed the Passover and the significance of the hyssop branch. Today, he discusses traditions of the Feast of Tabernacles. (John 7:37-38)

A WORD OF AGONY: Inclusivity
Think about what Jesus endured while dying on the cross: darkness, separation, thirst, suffering. What does this sound like? Hell!
Why did Jesus choose to experience the pain of hell for us? (Luke 16:24-26)
Do you like to receive invitations? It makes you feel special, right? Jesus was dying on the cross was the ultimate invitation!


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 29, 2023

Title: A Word of Agony
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of agony Jesus spoke on the cross as recorded in John 19:28-29.

NOTE: Champion Forest will have a special time of communion, worship, and baptism on Good Friday at all three of their campuses in Northwest Houston. For more information, call the church at 281.440.3800 or click the link below.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

 A WORD OF AGONY: Intensity
Was Jesus fulfilling prophecy when he cried out for a drink? (Psalm 69:20-21)
What is the significance of the “hyssop branch”? (Exodus 12:12-24) Pastor Jarrett compares the Passover when Moses commanded the elders to dip hyssop branches in the blood of the sacrificed lambs to the hyssop branch being dipped in sour wine and held to the lips of Jesus to drink.

A WORD OF AGONY: Irony
Jesus often referred to himself as the source of “living water”. So, why was HE thirsty? (John 4:10-14; John 7)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 28, 2023

Title: A Word of Agony
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of agony Jesus spoke on the cross as recorded in John 19:28-29.

NOTE: Champion Forest will have a special time of communion, worship, and baptism on Good Friday at all three of their campuses in Northwest Houston. For more information, call the church at 281.440.3800 or click the link below.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

A WORD OF AGONY: Intensity

Is thirst one of the most basic human needs? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus was fully human and he experienced human feelings and emotions.

When Jesus asked for a drink while dying on the cross, was he experiencing intense physical pain?

How does Psalm 22:14-18 predict and describe the crucifixion of Jesus? Did death on a cross even exist when David wrote this Psalm?

Why did Jesus refuse a drink of wine at Golgotha? What is the “cup of God’s wrath”? (Matthew 27:33-34)

BONUS FACT: There were 29 Old Testament prophecies that were fulfilled in the last week of Jesus’ life on earth. During his life, death, and resurrection, there were a total of 332 of Old Testament prophecies fulfilled! What are the odds of this happening without a perfect God who has a perfect plan? Pastor Jarrett gives some amazing statistics.

Book Reference: “Science Speaks” by Peter Stoner

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 27, 2023

Title: A Word of Agony
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of agony Jesus spoke on the cross as recorded in John 19:28-29.

NOTE: Champion Forest will have a special time of communion, worship, and baptism on Good Friday at all three of their campuses in Northwest Houston. For more information, call the church at 281.440.3800 or click the link below.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why did the sky turn pitch black at noon on the day Jesus died on the cross? How long did it stay black? (Matthew 27:45; Luke 23:45)

A WORD OF AGONY: Intensity
When Jesus asked for a drink while dying on the cross, was he experiencing intense physical pain?
Anglican Cleric Fredric Farrar: “The unnatural position made every movement painful… while each variety of misery went on gradually increasing, there was added to them the intolerable pang of a burning and raging thirst.” (For the full quote, click the link above and fast-forward to the 50-minute mark.) How does Psalm 22:14-18 predict and describe the crucifixion of Jesus? Tune in tomorrow for more on this…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 24, 2023

Title: A Word of Anguish
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of anguish Jesus uttered using Matthew 27:45-46.

NOTE: This week is actually the fourth word from Jesus on the cross. Pastor Jarrett didn’t want to pass up the chance to have RT Kendall preach last week, but he also wanted to stay on track with the series, which will conclude on Easter Sunday. Therefore, he briefly discusses the third word at the beginning of the sermon (Monday’s segment): A Word of Comfort.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Do you believe that sin is serious? Pastor Jarrett passionately discusses the state of the world and sin in the world. (I John 2:15-17)

What sin are you on friendly terms with? (Romans 6; Galatians 2:20) Charles Spurgeon: “Sin slew our Savior; how can we be on friendly terms with it?”

FINAL THOUGHTS:
See the Hand of God. This was God’s Plan A. (Isaiah 53:10; Acts 2:23a; John 10:17-18; Genesis 3)
See the Heart of God. The only motive for the death of Jesus was love. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 23, 2023

Title: A Word of Anguish
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of anguish Jesus uttered using Matthew 27:45-46.

NOTE: This week is actually the fourth word from Jesus on the cross. Pastor Jarrett didn’t want to pass up the chance to have RT Kendall preach last week, but he also wanted to stay on track with the series, which will conclude on Easter Sunday. Therefore, he briefly discusses the third word at the beginning of the sermon (Monday’s segment): A Word of Comfort.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

SUBSTITUTION
Why did Jesus take OUR place on the cross?
Can God overlook sin?
Why did blood have to be shed for our sins? (Hebrews 9:22; Leviticus 16; Hebrews 10:4; 2 Corinthains 5:21)
How and why did Jesus “become a curse” for us? (Galatians 3:13)
Pastor, author, and theologian Lehman Strauss: “It was not possible to transfer sin without transferring its penalty. The Substitution for sinners must be rejected as a sinner.”

Do you believe that sin is serious? Pastor Jarrett passionately discusses the state of the world and sin in the world. (I John 2:15-17)

Charles Spurgeon: “Sin slew our Savior; how can we be on friendly terms with it?”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 22, 2023

Title: A Word of Anguish
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of anguish Jesus uttered using Matthew 27:45-46.

NOTE: This week is actually the fourth word from Jesus on the cross. Pastor Jarrett didn’t want to pass up the chance to have RT Kendall preach last week, but he also wanted to stay on track with the series, which will conclude on Easter Sunday. Therefore, he briefly discusses the third word at the beginning of the sermon (Monday’s segment): A Word of Comfort.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

SEPARATION
Was the separation Jesus felt on the cross different than any other kind of separation? (Isaiah 53)
What was one separation that Jesus did NOT feel on the cross? (Habakkuk 1:13a)

SILENCE
Some silence is a good thing. Was the silence Jesus felt on the cross a good silence?
Chuck Swindoll: “Nature bowed in sympathy as its Creator was put to death. It was as though the light dimmed across the universe as the darkness of death descended upon the earth. How strange it must have seemed to those who stood and stared. From noon until three in the afternoon two things were present: darkness and silence.” WOW! What a visual thought! (Psalm 22:1-2)
Why was God silent when Jesus called out to him on the cross?
Have you ever been met with silence when you cry out to God? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Jesus fully identified with us on the cross. (Hebrews 2:17)

SUBSTITUTION
Why did Jesus take OUR place on the cross?
Can God overlook sin?
Tune in tomorrow for more on this…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 21, 2023

Title: A Word of Anguish
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of anguish Jesus uttered using Matthew 27:45-46.

NOTE: This week is actually the fourth word from Jesus on the cross. Pastor Jarrett didn’t want to pass up the chance to have RT Kendall preach last week, but he also wanted to stay on track with the series, which will conclude on Easter Sunday. Therefore, he briefly discusses the third word at the beginning of the sermon (Monday’s segment): A Word of Comfort.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

SUFFERING
Did Jesus suffer emotionally on the cross? (Matthew 27)
Why did Jesus quote Psalm 22 when he was dying on the cross?
How did Jesus suffer spiritually?

SEPARATION
Did Jesus really think God had forsaken him?
Why did Jesus “usually” refer to God as “Father”? (John 17; Matthew 5-7)
Did God ever disapprove of Jesus? Of course not! (Matthew 3:17)
Did nearly everyone in Jesus’ inner circle abandon him before his death?
Was the separation Jesus felt on the cross different than any other kind of separation? (Isaiah 53)
What was one separation that Jesus did NOT feel on the cross?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 20, 2023

Title: A Word of Anguish
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on the words of anguish Jesus uttered using Matthew 27:45-46.

NOTE: This week is actually the fourth word from Jesus on the cross. Pastor Jarrett didn’t want to pass up the chance to have RT Kendall preach last week, but he also wanted to stay on track with the series, which will conclude on Easter Sunday. Therefore, he briefly discusses the third word at the beginning of the sermon (Monday’s segment): A Word of Comfort.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

STATEMENT #3: A Word of Comfort (John 19:26-27)
Why did Jesus single out his mother? Up until now, Jesus had not mentioned himself one single time.
Why was family so important to Jesus?

STATEMENT #4: A Word of Anguish (Matthew 27:45-46)
What does anguish mean?
Did Jesus feel anguish on the cross?
Was this the first statement Jesus made in darkness?
Book Reference: “Cries from the Cross” by Erwin Lutzer

SUFFERING
Why was death on a cross so painful?
Did Isaiah prophesy about the death of Jesus? (Isaiah 52:14)
Did Jesus suffer emotionally on the cross? (Matthew 27)
Why did Jesus quote Psalm 22 when he was dying on the cross?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us today that we all have times of suffering in our lives. He says: “They come in all shapes and sizes… something is going to happen… that is going to squeeze you.” BUT how did Jesus react to the suffering? He called out to God!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back. /strong>

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 10, 2023

Title: A Word of Salvation
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

FACT: One out of every one persons will die. Shocker, right? Where will you spend eternity when you die?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on salvation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:32-43

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Martin Luther: The Great Exchange 2 Corinthians 5:21 “For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

HOW CAN WE BE ASSURED OF LIFE AFTER DEATH?
Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett explained why “Jesus, the King of the Jews” was written above his cross and the choices the criminals who died next to him determined where they would spend eternity.
So how can WE be saved?
Acknowledge that you are a sinner.
Acknowledge that you need a Savior who is sinless.
Pastor Jarrett adds: “Be humble.”

WHAT WILL LIFE AFTER DEATH BE LIKE?
Will all Christians who acknowledge their sin and need for a Savior live in Heaven – paradise – forever?
What will paradise look like? (2 Corinthians 5:8)
Will Jesus really return one day and make a new heaven and a new earth? (Revelation 21:1-4)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 9, 2023

Title: A Word of Salvation
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

FACT: One out of every one persons will die. Shocker, right? Where will you spend eternity when you die?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on salvation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:32-43

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW CAN WE BE ASSURED OF LIFE AFTER DEATH?
Why was “Jesus, the King of the Jews” written above his cross? (Luke 23:38; John 19:16b-22) Pastor Jarrett also goes back to the birth of Jesus to explain further. (Matthew 1:20-21)
What led to the criminal’s change of heart?
He acknowledged his own sin. (Romans 3:23)
He acknowledged the innocence of Jesus. (Luke 23:41b)
He sensed the Spirit of God drawing him close. (John 6:44)
So how can WE be saved? Do the same thing the criminal on the cross did!

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett completes his thoughts on this, as well as his sermon, offering an invitation to anyone who hasn’t accepted Jesus as their Savior. You don’t have to wait, though! Call Champion Forest NOW at 281.440.3800 or text JESUS to 77069.  A pastor or counselor is on call 24/7.

BOOK REFERENCE: “Six Hours One Friday” by Max Lucado

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 8, 2023

Title: A Word of Salvation
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

FACT: One out of every one persons will die. Shocker, right? Where will you spend eternity when you die?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on salvation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:32-43

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

WHO CAN HAVE LIFE AFTER DEATH?
 Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett reflected on the thief on the cross who was reviling Jesus one minute and defending him the next. Pastor Jarrett said: “If there was ever a person who was an unworthy candidate for salvation, it was this criminal.”

Today, Pastor Jarrett shares about a book by author Philip Yancy that included information about the mass murderer Jeffrey Dahmer. Did Jesus die for him, too? How could that even be possible? Wasn’t the Apostle Paul a murderer, as well? (1 Timothy 1:15) Aren’t we all just as sinful as these men?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 7, 2023

Title: A Word of Salvation
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

FACT: One out of every one persons will die. Shocker, right? Where will you spend eternity when you die?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on salvation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:32-43

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What does the Christian Worldview state about salvation? Pastor Jarrett offers several Scriptures: Acts 4:12; Acts 16:30-31; Romans 10:9-10, 13; Ephesians 2:8

Must every person reflect on the questions: “Am I saved?” Will every person answer that question when they die?

Do many people doubt their salvations? Pastor Jarrett admits he has many times!

WHO CAN HAVE LIFE AFTER DEATH?

Can anyone be saved? Is anyone “too far gone” for Jesus to save? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the prophecy in Isaiah 53:11-12.

How does Jesus’ “red letters” response to the thief on the cross prove that ANYONE can be saved? (Mark 15:27-32) Pastor Jarrett says: “If there was ever a person who was an unworthy candidate for salvation, it was this criminal.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 6, 2023

Title: A Word of Salvation
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

FACT: One out of every one persons will die. Shocker, right? Where will you spend eternity when you die?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on salvation.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:32-43

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett shares about a dear friend who is more like a grandmother who recently passed away and reads from Psalm 90:10 and 12.

Did God hardwire us to know, deep down, that there is something more to life than “life”? (Ecclesiastes 3:11)

Does every religion acknowledge that there is an afterlife? How do we know, as Christians, where we will spend eternity?

What does the Christian Worldview state about salvation? Pastor Jarrett offers several Scriptures: Acts 4:12 Acts 16:30-31

Tune in tomorrow for more Scriptures.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 3, 2023

Title: A Word of Forgiveness
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:33-34

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Was Jesus’ prayer “Father, forgive them” answered? Absolutely. 100%.

What can we learn from Jesus’ prayer of intercession on the cross?

Evangelical speaker, author, and radio personality Erwin Lutzer once stated: “Forgiveness sounds like a marvelous idea – until you’re the one who has to do it.”

Pastor Jarrett shares about the opportunity he has every semester to talk with masters-level college students about forgiveness and conflict resolution. He talks about the abuse he suffered as a child by a coach and the forgiveness he gave that man. Pastor Jarrett says: “If God can forgive me, who am I to not be able to forgive someone else?” Amazing, amazing story…

FINAL THOUGHTS: Matthew 6:14-15 The forgiven, forgive.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 2, 2023

Title: A Word of Forgiveness
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:33-34

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Why didn’t Jesus stop his own death? Why did he, instead, ask forgiveness for US? (Philippians 2:6-8; John 10:18)

Is any sin overlooked by God? Are all sins treated equally by God?

Did Jesus really die for the people who nailed him on the cross? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that, although we weren’t physically there, WE ALL nailed him on the cross – every single human who has lived, is living, or who will live in the future. (Ephesians 1:7; Psalm 103:12)

Are you ready to be held accountable for your sins when you die? English Bible Teacher and Theologian A.W. Pink said: “Sin is always sin in the sight of God whether we are conscious of it or not. Sins of ignorance need atonement just as truly as do conscious sins. God is holy, and He will not lower His standard of righteousness to the level of our ignorance; ignorance is not innocence.”

Was Jesus’ prayer “Father, forgive them” answered? Absolutely. 100%.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 1, 2023

Title: A Word of Forgiveness
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:33-34

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Is Jesus still interceding for us today? YOU BET HE IS – RIGHT NOW! (Hebrews 7:25)

Do you have a prayer room? Champion Forest has a prayer room available 24/7. You are welcome any time to come and pray!

Do you think of God as your Father? Jesus talked about his Dad all the time! Are you? (Matthew 5,6, and 7)

How can we become a child of God? Who can save us? (John 1:12; Matthew 9:2 and 6)

Why didn’t Jesus stop his own death? Why did he, instead, ask forgiveness for US? (Philippians 2:6-8)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 28, 2023

Title: A Word of Forgiveness
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:33-34

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What type of criminal was sentenced to death on a cross? Was it excruciating?

Why did the people hate Jesus so? What was Jesus’ response to their anger? (Luke 23:39)

Why did Jesus pray so frequently? (Luke 5:16) Pastor Jarrett says: “If Jesus, the Son of God, needed a routine, constant, and consistent prayer life, how much more do [we]?”

How can we pray? Pastor Jarrett discusses intercession, confession, praise, worship, thanksgiving, and petition.

What prayer did Jesus pray on the cross? Was this foretold thousands of years beforehand? (Isaiah 53:12)

Is Jesus still interceding for us today? (Hebrews 7:25)

Book Reference: “Breakthrough Prayer” by Jim Cymbala

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 27, 2023

Title: A Word of Forgiveness
Topic: Words in Red

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series: “Words in Red: Seven Last Sayings from the Cross”. This week, he focuses on forgiveness.

Scripture Passage: Luke 23:33-34

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are the “red letters” in many Bibles? Pastor Jarrett gives a little bit of history. (Luke 22:20)

What is the significance of the red letters when Jesus was on the cross? Pastor Jarrett explains the purpose and goal behind this new series.

In the days leading up to his death on the cross, what did Jesus experience? What did he suffer through?

What type of criminal was sentenced to death on a cross? Was it excruciating?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 24, 2023

Title: Strengthening the Church
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series FOCUS this week, preaching on what he calls the Great Commitment.

Focus Question this week: How are we stewarding the gifting, resources, and influence God has graciously given us?

Scripture Passage: Matthew 16:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW TO STRENGTHEN THE CHURCH: Serving
Everyone has a part to play! How can you use your spiritual gift to advance the Kingdom of God? (Ephesians 4:11-12; 1 Corinthians 12:12-25)
Pastor Jarrett shares how CFBC’s giving to the International Mission Board helped serve over 3,500 missionaries around the world, which in turned started 22,744 new churches and 107,701 people were baptized!

HOW TO STRENGTHEN THE CHURCH: Going
Would you consider going on a mission trip in the future? Text MISSION TRIPS to 77069 for more information.
Why do we need more pastors? If you would like more information about Champion Forest’s Residency Program, call the church at 281.440.3800.

FINAL THOUGHTS:
One day you will stand before God. Will He say: “Well done, my good and faithful servant”?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 23, 2023

Title: Strengthening the Church
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series FOCUS this week, preaching on what he calls the Great Commitment.

Focus Question this week: How are we stewarding the gifting, resources, and influence God has graciously given us?

Scripture Passage: Matthew 16:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW TO STRENGTHEN THE CHURCH: Giving
Pastor Jarrett says: “Plain and simple: When we give, needs are met. When we give, God is honored. When we give, the back of greed is broken. When we give, it demonstrates trust.”

Pastor Jarrett shares how Champion Forest is GIVING BACK through their CF Connect Ministry, encouraging pastors and their wives from around the country. So far, they have invested in over 300 pastors from 35 states. In addition, CFBC is planting churches all over the country – including Spanish-speaking churches and ministries. Click here for more information about missions with CFBC.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 22, 2023

Title: Strengthening the Church
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series FOCUS this week, preaching on what he calls the Great Commitment.

Focus Question this week: How are we stewarding the gifting, resources, and influence God has graciously given us?

Scripture Passage: Matthew 16:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

THE PARABLE OF THE TALENTS Matthew 25:14-30
What is a steward? (1 Corinthians 4:1-2) Why should we be careful with what God entrusts us with? When you reach the pearly gates, will God say to you “Well done, good and faithful servant”?

QUESTIONS TO PONDER:
Are you honoring God with your daily business dealings – with your work?
Are you honoring God with your wealth?
Are you honoring God with your people skills?
Are you honoring God with your problem-solving skills?
Are you honoring God with the way you are raising your children?
Are you honoring God with your spiritual gift that is to be used for the purpose of advancing the Kingdom of God? (Luke 12:48b)

Why does Champion Forest practice a 5-talent kind of obedience?

HOW TO STRENGTHEN THE CHURCH: Giving
Pastor Jarrett says: “Plain and simple: When we give, needs are met. When we give, God is honored. When we give, the back of greed is broken. When we give, it demonstrates trust.”

Tune in tomorrow for more ways to strengthen the church.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 21, 2023

Title: Strengthening the Church
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series FOCUS this week, preaching on what he calls the Great Commitment.

Focus Question this week: How are we stewarding the gifting, resources, and influence God has graciously given us?

Scripture Passage: Matthew 16:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is the Great Commitment? Pastor Jarrett explains his intent behind this, specifically the purpose of each individual church within The Church. (Matthew 16)

Can God strengthen His Church without us? Yes, but…

Why should we care what other churches are doing for the Kingdom?

THE PARABLE OF THE TALENTS Matthew 25:14-30
How can we make sure that we are doing our part?
What did the rich man entrust his servants with?
Does God entrust us with “things” – talents, resources, etc.?
What is a steward? (1 Corinthians 4:1-2)
Should we be careful with what God entrusts us with?
Pastor Jarrett will continue preaching on this tomorrow.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 20, 2023

Title: Strengthening the Church
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series FOCUS this week, preaching on what he calls the Great Commitment.

Focus Question this week: How are we stewarding the gifting, resources, and influence God has graciously given us?

Scripture Passage: Matthew 16:13-18

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon reminiscing about his last trip to Israel, showing a great visual of Caesarea Philippi, the location of one of the largest springs feeding the Jordan River. He will preach more on this later in his sermon. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 45-minute mark to view the pictures. He also discusses the significance of the false god, Pan, who was generally represented as a vigorous and lustful figure having the horns, legs, and ears of a goat. He does NOT show picture of Pan, because he is pretty scary looking!

Why was the conversation Jesus had with his disciples at Caesarea Philippi one the most important conversations he had?

What is the purpose of The Church? What is the purpose of each individual church? What is important? What areas can be handled through another church or organization? Pastor Jarrett offers a short review of the past few weeks. Tune in tomorrow as he continues to preach on Focus Priority #3: The Great Commitment.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 17, 2023

Title: Loving Our Community
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week preaching on The Great Commandment.

FOCUS QUESTION FOR THIS WEEK: If your church disappeared tomorrow, would anyone in the community know, care, or miss you?

Scripture Passage: Mark 22:34-40; Luke 10:29-37

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org


QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Martin Luther King Jr. once asked: “Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'”

Love is expressed in empathy. (Luke 10:33)
Pray for a sympathetic heart – a soft heart.

Love is expressed in action. (Luke 10:34)
Connect with people. Do what you love and makes you happy.

Love is expressed in sacrifice. (Luke 10:35)
Serving means giving some things up. But remember the blessing you will receive in return.


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Pastor Jarrett: “If you’re not dead, you’re not done.”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 16, 2023

Title: Loving Our Community
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week preaching on The Great Commandment.

FOCUS QUESTION FOR THIS WEEK: If your church disappeared tomorrow, would anyone in the community know, care, or miss you?

Scripture Passage: Mark 22:34-40; Luke 10:29-37

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Loving our community doesn’t mean we meet every need that is presented to us.
We all feel guilty saying NO to someone who needs our help. This is no different for churches.
Why is it okay to say NO sometimes? Pastor Jarrett shares several reasons why…
Is it okay to partner with other churches and organizations in the community? ABSOLUTELY!

Loving our community doesn’t mean just doing good works.
When Jesus was asked to heal a paralyzed man, what did he do first? (Mark 2:1-12) Pastor Jarrett writes in his sermon: “Spiritual healing precedes physical healing. This is how Jesus worked and we want to model his example.”
What is the “spiritual secret sauce” to lives being changed? (James 2:14-18)
Why is it important for Christians to demonstrate Christ’s love, not just speak it? (Luke 10:29-37 The Parable of the Good Samaritan)

Who is our neighbor? Pastor Jarrett believes that Jesus responds with this question: Who can you be a neighbor to?

Martin Luther King Jr. once asked: “Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 15, 2023

Title: Loving Our Community
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week preaching on The Great Commandment.

FOCUS QUESTION FOR THIS WEEK: If your church disappeared tomorrow, would anyone in the community know, care, or miss you?

Scripture Passage: Mark 22:34-40; Luke 10:29-37

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Who is our neighbor – our community? How can we possibly witness to our community? What does that look like?

Loving our community doesn’t mean sacrificing truth we believe.
Why should we preach the truth – no matter what?
But what if we face backlash?
But what if we are misunderstood?
But what if we’re called intolerant?
Pastor Jarrett offers some encouragement and reminder that Jesus LOVED people – EVERY person – no matter what. We should, too.

Scripture References: 1 John 4:7-8; Matthew 22:35-40; Galatians 5:22-23; 1 Corinthians 13:1-3)

Loving our community doesn’t mean we meet every need that is presented to us.
We all feel guilty saying NO to someone who needs our help. This is no different for churches.
Why is it okay to say NO sometimes? Pastor Jarrett shares several reasons why…

Note: Pastor Jarrett shares about a Pastors Conference this summer where he is tasked with speaking about “love”. He requests your prayers for him and the others pastors attending and speaking.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 14, 2023

Title: Loving Our Community
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week preaching on The Great Commandment.

FOCUS QUESTION FOR THIS WEEK: If your church disappeared tomorrow, would anyone in the community know, care, or miss you?

Scripture Passage: Mark 22:34-40; Luke 10:29-37

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are some ways people can share the love of Christ – without being a preacher or theologian? Pastor Jarrett shares about CFBC members who are using their God-given talents and abilities to share the Gospel to those around them. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 55-minute mark to view the inspiring photos and stories.

There A LOT of laws in the Old Testament – more do’s than don’ts. Was the lawyer testing Jesus when he asked what the greatest commandment was? Pastor Jarrett reads from the Scripture and points out that Mark adds a little more than Matthew, Luke, and John: Mark 12:31b “…There is no other commandment greater than these.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 13, 2023

Title: Loving Our Community
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week preaching on The Great Commandment.

FOCUS QUESTION FOR THIS WEEK: If your church disappeared tomorrow, would anyone in the community know, care, or miss you?

Scripture Passage: Mark 22:34-40; Luke 10:29-37

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What are some ways people can share the love of Christ – without being a preacher or theologian? Pastor Jarrett shares about CFBC members who are using their God-given talents and abilities to share the Gospel to those around them. He will continue to share more stories tomorrow, as well as diving into the Scripture. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 55-minute mark to view the inspiring photos and stories.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 10, 2023

Title: Making Disciples
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week with a reminder that, as Christians, we are commanded to make disciples of the nations.

What does “discipleship” mean? A developmental process whereby believers intentionally pass on to others what they know, have experienced, and are learning so that others become more like Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 28:18-20

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: First, ensure YOU are a disciple yourself.
Have you repented and made Jesus the leader of your life?
Have you been baptized? (Please contact your church to make this statement public!)
What was Jesus’ first act of earthly ministry? Baptism!!

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: Pray for a disciple.
Did Jesus pray before he chose his disciples? (Luke 6:12)

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: Select your disciple.
Who can you invest in? Let God guide you! Pastor Jarrett has some great advice…

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: Instruct your disciple.
Don’t worry if you don’t have all the answers! You never will!
How can you encourage your disciple? How can they encourage you?
Is there a “cost” to being a disciple? Yes BUT it is worth it!

Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon with a great story about a dear friend of his, John Potter.

TEXT THE WORD “DISCIPLE” TO 77069 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DISCIPLESHIP. (Note: You do NOT need to be a member of CFBC to be disciple!)

FINAL THOUGHTS:
ASK YOURSELF: When I stand before the Lord, will I be happy with what I have to present to him?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 9, 2023

Title: Making Disciples
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week with a reminder that, as Christians, we are commanded to make disciples of the nations.

What does “discipleship” mean? A developmental process whereby believers intentionally pass on to others what they know, have experienced, and are learning so that others become more like Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 28:18-20

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is The Great Commission?

What does a PBnJ have to do with The Great Commission? Listen as Pastor Jarrett passionately explains his PBnJ-making expertise : ) This leads into more on The Great Commission…

Peanut Butter – All Authority
Jelly – With You Always

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: First, ensure YOU are a disciple yourself.
Have you repented and made Jesus the leader of your life?
Have you been baptized? (Please contact your church to make this statement public!)
What was Jesus’ first act of earthly ministry? Baptism!!

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: Pray for a disciple.
Did Jesus pray before he chose his disciples? (Luke 6:12)

HOW TO MAKE DISCIPLES: Select your disciple.
Who can you invest in? Let God guide you! Pastor Jarrett has some great advice…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 8, 2023

Title: Making Disciples
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week with a reminder that, as Christians, we are commanded to make disciples of the nations.

What does “discipleship” mean? A developmental process whereby believers intentionally pass on to others what they know, have experienced, and are learning so that others become more like Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 28:18-20

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What is The Great Commission?

Do you look more like Jesus today than you did yesterday?

Are you passing on the love of Jesus to others around you? 2 Tim 2:2 “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.” Pastor Jarrett likens this to putting something in a safe deposit box.

What is the best way to disciple someone? (Proverbs 27:17)

Why did Jesus make disciples? Pastor Jarrett explains why Jesus did what he did and gives several examples. He says: “Information without mobilization leads to dead orthodoxy.” WOW! Think about that for a minute…

Will Satan do everything in his power to keep us from discipling others? ABSOLUTELY! Pastor Jarrett likes to say: “Be intentional and keep the main thing the main thing!”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 7, 2023

Title: Making Disciples
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week with a reminder that, as Christians, we are commanded to make disciples of the nations.

What does “discipleship” mean? A developmental process whereby believers intentionally pass on to others what they know, have experienced, and are learning so that others become more like Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 28:18-20

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Who has made an impact in your life? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett shared some pictures and stories about people who impacted his own life – some he never even met! You can click the link above and fast-forward to the 41-minute mark to view the pictures.

MORE IMPORTANTLY: Whose life are YOU impacting? Would anyone choose YOU to talk about? Would someone put YOUR picture on the screen?

Why is Matthew 28:18-20 considered to be “The Great Commission”? What was the specific command? Was it given to just the ultra-spiritual or to ALL Christians? Is this a command for every “level” of Christianity (baby Christians, 20-year Christians, or 90-plus year Christians)? When, where, how, and why should we disciple?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 6, 2023

Title: Making Disciples
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest advances the Kingdom by making disciples, loving our community, and strengthening the Church.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series FOCUS this week with a reminder that, as Christians, we are commanded to make disciples of the nations.

What does “discipleship” mean? A developmental process whereby believers intentionally pass on to others what they know, have experienced, and are learning so that others become more like Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 28:18-20

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett recaps last week’s sermon, the first in his new series, briefing what CFBC’s vision is for the foreseeable future. Hopefully, your church is focused on the same.

Who has made an impact in your life? Pastor Jarrett shares some pictures and stories about people who impacted his own life – some he never even met! You can click the link above and fast-forward to the 41-minute mark to view the pictures.

MORE IMPORTANTLY: Whose life are YOU impacting? Would anyone choose YOU to talk about? Would someone put YOUR picture on the screen?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 3, 2023

Title: Advancing the Kingdom
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled FOCUS. His goal in this series is for you to stay focused on what truly matters in life and stay centered on building a better future for those around you. This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about our responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 17:20-21

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOW TO ADVANCE THE KINGDOM:

The Great Commission: Make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20) *discussed on Thursday
Question: Is making disciples at the core of everything your church does?

The Greatest Commandment: Love the community (Mark 12:30-31)
Question: If your church was gone tomorrow, would anyone in the community even know?

The Great Commitment: Strengthen the Church
Question: How is your individual church helping to advance the Church – the Kingdom of God?

Pastor Jarrett shares about some of the mission work and training Champion Forest is doing and will be doing in the coming year.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

 We have a responsibility to not just strengthen our own church, but the Church of Jesus Christ.


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 2, 2023

Title: Advancing the Kingdom
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled FOCUS. His goal in this series is for you to stay focused on what truly matters in life and stay centered on building a better future for those around you. This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about our responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 17:20-21

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

What should we pray for – both individually and corporately as a church? What should be our one goal in life?

FACT: The Kingdom of God will grow – with or without you. Don’t you want to be a part of it, though?

Pastor Jarrett shares about some of the changes to Champion Forest that have already taken place and some that are to come. He reminds us, though, that one thing will never change: Advancing the Kingdom of God.

HOW TO ADVANCE THE KINGDOM:
The Great Commission: Make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20)
The Greatest Commandment: Love the community (Mark 12:30-31)
The Great Commitment: Strengthen the church (tune in tomorrow for more on this)

Scripture References: Matthew 13:31-32

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 1, 2023

Title: Advancing the Kingdom
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled FOCUS. His goal in this series is for you to stay focused on what truly matters in life and stay centered on building a better future for those around you. This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about our responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 17:20-21

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

How do we know about God’s Kingdom on earth? (Daniel 7:13-14)

What were the people thinking – wanting – looking for? What are YOU thinking – wanting – looking for?

Was Jesus what the people expected?

What does KINGDOM mean? The realm of God’s rule and reign. Graeme Goldsworthy, an Anglican theologian from Australia, wrote in his book, “Gospel and Kingdom” about the Kingdom of God: "God's people in God's place under God's rule."

What is the only way to enter the Kingdom of God?

How can we make the Kingdom of God a reality to others?

What will the Kingdom of God be like? Pastor Jarrett says: “There will be no more pain and no more night and no more sorrow and no more sin… He will reign in his Kingdom. And all of his ways will be followed and his will be done on earth because it is Heaven!”

Scripture References: John 18:36; Matthew 4:17; John 3:5-7; Matthew 6:10; Matthew 6:33; Matthew 5:3; Matthew 7:21

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 31, 2023

Title: Advancing the Kingdom
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled FOCUS. His goal in this series is for you to stay focused on what truly matters in life and stay centered on building a better future for those around you. This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about our responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 17:20-21

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett shares his word for the year: FOCUS.

What are you focused on? Do you need to change your focus?

Why is FOCUS important to our Christian walk – to missions – to advancing the Kingdom?

FACT: The word “Kingdom” is used over 80 times in the New Testament.

How do we know about God’s Kingdom on earth? (Daniel 7:13-14)

Scripture References: Psalm 103:19; Daniel 4:3

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 30, 2023

Title: Advancing the Kingdom
Topic: FOCUS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week entitled FOCUS. His goal in this series is for you to stay focused on what truly matters in life and stay centered on building a better future for those around you. This week, Pastor Jarrett preaches about our responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 17:20-21

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Pastor Jarrett uses the beginning of his sermon to share about the vision of Champion Forest Baptist Church. If you do not attend CFBC, hopefully your church has a similar passion for the community and the world.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 6, 2023

Title: What Comes with Christmas?
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Merry Christmas! What comes with Christmas – other than lights, Santa, presents, and food?

Pastor Averri LeMalle (Jersey Village) and Pastor Steven Morris (North Klein) join Pastor Jarrett Stephens to present the special Christmas Day sermon about hope, peace, love, and joy.

Find the special Christmas sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JOY (Pastor Jarrett)

How can we experience true joy? Is it possible without Jesus? (John 15:11) Pastor Jarrett first urges us to not watch the news (half joking!) but then reminds us to always turn to Jesus, no matter the circumstances.


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Jesus brings hope, peace, love, and joy. Always and forever. br />


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 5, 2023

Title: What Comes with Christmas?
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Merry Christmas! What comes with Christmas – other than lights, Santa, presents, and food?

Pastor Averri LeMalle (Jersey Village) and Pastor Steven Morris (North Klein) join Pastor Jarrett Stephens to present the special Christmas Day sermon about hope, peace, love, and joy.

Find the special Christmas sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

LOVE (Pastor Steven)
Why did God send His only son to earth? (John 3:16-17)
Why are all of the teachings of Jesus centered around love? (Matthew 22:37; 1 Corinthians 13:2-8; 1 John 4:9)
How does God’s love live through us? (John 13:34-35)
Are you sharing God’s love to the world around you?

JOY (Pastor Jarrett)
What brings you joy, especially at Christmastime?
Do you rejoice in the birth of Jesus? (Luke 2:10); Matthew 2:10)
How can we experience true joy? Is it possible without Jesus? Pastor Jarrett first urges us to not watch the news (half joking!) but then reminds us to always turn to Jesus, no matter the circumstances.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 4, 2023

Title: What Comes with Christmas?
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Merry Christmas! What comes with Christmas – other than lights, Santa, presents, and food?

Pastor Averri LeMalle (Jersey Village) and Pastor Steven Morris (North Klein) join Pastor Jarrett Stephens to present the special Christmas Day sermon about hope, peace, love, and joy.

Find the special Christmas sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

PEACE (Pastor Averri)
Why is Jesus the “Prince of Peace”?
When we draw closer to God, will He give us more peace? (John 16:33)
Can the troubles of this world ever overcome the peace that we have in Christ? Pastor Averri reminds us of the storm the disciples experienced while Jesus slept on the boat. He says: “True peace is not the absence of problems; it’s the presence of a person.”
What does the Hebrew word “Shalom” mean?

LOVE (Pastor Steven)
Why do many people think of love at Christmastime? Pastor Steven shares about his proposal to his wife.
How did God show His love for humanity? (Philippians 2:17)
Why did God send His only son to earth? (John 3:16-17)
Why are all of the teachings of Jesus centered around love? (Matthew 22:37)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 3, 2023

Title: What Comes with Christmas?
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Merry Christmas! What comes with Christmas – other than lights, Santa, presents, and food?

Pastor Averri LeMalle (Jersey Village) and Pastor Steven Morris (North Klein) join Pastor Jarrett Stephens to present the special Christmas Day sermon about hope, peace, love, and joy.

Find the special Christmas sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

HOPE (Pastor Jarrett)
How did Jesus bring hope to the world? Pastor Jarrett quotes author Hal Lindsey: “Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air, but only for one second without hope.”
Why does Pastor Jarrett call Jesus a “hope giver”? (Romans 15:13)

PEACE (Pastor Averri)
Why is Jesus the “Prince of Peace”?
How does Jesus give us peace? (Isaiah 9:6)
Can anyone have peace? (Luke 2:14)
How did the death of Jesus on the cross give peace to us? (John 14:27)
When we draw closer to God, will He give us more peace? (John 16:33)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 2, 2023

Title: What Comes with Christmas?
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Merry Christmas! What comes with Christmas – other than lights, Santa, presents, and food?

Pastor Averri LeMalle (Jersey Village) and Pastor Steven Morris (North Klein) join Pastor Jarrett Stephens to present the special Christmas Day sermon about hope, peace, love, and joy.

Find the special Christmas sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Did Jesus come to earth “empty-handed”? (2 Corinthians 8:9)

HOPE (Pastor Jarrett)
What was your hope for Christmas?
What do you hope for in your life?
Why were the people so desperate for hope?
How did Jesus bring hope to the world? Pastor Jarrett quotes author Hal Lindsey:  “Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air, but only for one second without hope.”

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 30, 2022

Title: Jesus as King
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes his three-sermon mini-series on Christmas within “The Thread” sermon series. This week, he preaches on the prophecy of the birth of Jesus, what happened when Jesus was born, and how the world will react to his second coming.

NOTE: On Monday, December 26, we aired part two of this mini-series in its entirety.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

A KING WAS BORN
What were the Wise Men looking for? Did they know Jesus was the one true King? (Matthew 2:1-2)
What is the significance of the gifts the Wise Men brought to Mary and Joseph for Jesus?

A KING WILL RETURN
When Jesus came to earth as a baby, there was no fanfare or big celebration. When he comes again, what will happen? (Philippians 3:20; 1 Thessalonians 1:10; Hebrews 9:28; Revelations 19)

Campus Crusade for Christ Four Spiritual Laws:
Is your life self-directed or Christ-directed?

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Ponder this word for the week: Peace

Scripture References: Hebrews 4:25; Ephesian 2

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 29, 2022

Title: Jesus as King
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes his three-sermon mini-series on Christmas within “The Thread” sermon series. This week, he preaches on the prophecy of the birth of Jesus, what happened when Jesus was born, and how the world will react to his second coming.

NOTE: On Monday, December 26, we aired part two of this mini-series in its entirety.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A KING WAS BORN
When did God deliver on His promise to His people? (Isaiah 9:6-7; Jeremiah 23:5)
How do we know that Jesus is the promised King? (Matthew 1; Luke 3)
The people were expecting a new king to come. But why didn’t many people realize that Jesus was even born? Pastor Jarrett says: “When things don’t fit our expectations… it doesn’t mean that God’s not working. Don’t miss God because what He’s doing doesn’t fit your… preconceived notions.”
What were the Wise Men looking for? Did they know Jesus was the one true King? (Matthew 2:1-2)
What is the significance of the gifts the Wise Men brought to Mary and Joseph for Jesus?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 28, 2022

Title: Jesus as King
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes his three-sermon mini-series on Christmas within “The Thread” sermon series. This week, he preaches on the prophecy of the birth of Jesus, what happened when Jesus was born, and how the world will react to his second coming.

NOTE: On Monday, December 26, we aired part two of this mini-series in its entirety.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A KING IS PROPHESIED
Why was Israel’s king set apart from all other kings? (Deuteronomy 17:14-20)
What happened when Israel disobeyed and rebelled against God? Were they offered warning after warning? (1 Samuel 8:4-9)
Why is David considered Israel’s greatest “human” king? (2 Samuel 7:12-13, 16)

A KING WAS BORN
When did God deliver on His promise to His people? (Isaiah 9:6-7; Jeremiah 23:5)
How do we know that Jesus is the promised King? (Matthew 1; Luke 3)
The people were expecting a new king to come. But why didn’t many people realize that Jesus was even born?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 27, 2022

Title: Jesus as King
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes his three-sermon mini-series on Christmas within “The Thread” sermon series. This week, he preaches on the prophecy of the birth of Jesus, what happened when Jesus was born, and how the world will react to his second coming.

NOTE: On Monday, December 26, we aired part two of this mini-series in its entirety.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A KING IS PROPHESIED
What was the first “hope of the Gospel”? (Genesis 3:15)
What was God’s promise to Abraham? How does this point the way to Jesus? (Genesis 17:5-7)
What is the significance of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, specifically Judah? (Genesis 49:8-10)
Why was Israel’s king set apart from all other kings? (Deuteronomy 17:14-20)
What happened when Israel disobeyed and rebelled against God? Were they offered warning after warning? (1 Samuel 8:4-9)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 26, 2022

Title: Jesus as Priest (Sermon 7)
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Today, we are airing part two of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ special Christmas mini-series from “The Thread” sermon series. His focus in this sermon is examining the characteristics of a priest.

Please Note: This sermon is being played in its entirety. Part three of this mini-series will also be played this week, December 26-30, at the end of the WURP in its normal spot in five short segments.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who were priests?
What did priests do?
How were priests set apart from others?
How were priests “chosen”?
What is the difference between a priest and a high priest?
Did priests offer sacrifices?
Did priests teach Scripture?
How did priests intercede between people and God?
Why did priests pronounce blessings upon people?
Why were priests terrific mediators?
Which book of the Bible outlines Jesus’ role as a priest?
How can we come to an agreement with God as people full of sin?
Bottom Line: Does Jesus fulfill the role as High Priest?

Word for the Week: JOY

Scripture References: Exodus 28:1-5; Numbers 3:5-13; Hebrews 7:3a; Genesis 14:18-20; Hebrews 9:22; Leviticus 16:1-7; John 1:29; 1 John 2:2; Numbers 6:24-26; Luke 1:67-79; Hebrews 4:14-15; Hebrews 5:1-6; Hebrews 7:26-28; Hebrews 9:11-12; Hebrews 10:11-14

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jesus as King
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens completes his three-sermon mini-series on Christmas within “The Thread” sermon series. This week, he preaches on the prophecy of the birth of Jesus, what happened when Jesus was born, and how the world will react to his second coming.

NOTE: On Monday, December 26, we aired part two of this mini-series in its entirety.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

REVIEW:
What is the role of a prophet?
Does Jesus fulfill the role of THE prophet?
What is the role of a priest?
Does Jesus fulfill the role of THE High Priest?

What can we learn from Christmas Carols? Pastor Jarrett mentions “Angels We Have Heard on High”, “What Child is This”, “O Come O Come, Emmanuel”, and “Joy to the World” (Psalm 98:4-6).

A KING IS PROPHESIED
What does man have dominion over? (Genesis 1:26-28)
Was Adam considered a “king”? Did he have king-like authority?
When are we given the first “hope of the Gospel”? (Genesis 3:15)
What was God’s promise to Abraham? How does this point the way to Jesus? (Genesis 17:5-7)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 23, 2022

Title: Jesus as Prophet
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Tony Evans: “If you miss Jesus, you miss everything.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a three-sermon mini-series on Christmas. This week, he preaches on the characteristics of a prophet, asking the question: “Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet?”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who did the disciples say Jesus was? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of Peter’s confession from Matthew 16:13-19.

Was Jesus MORE than a prophet? (Matthew 17:1-13)

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Ponder this word this week: WONDER
WONDER that Jesus is mighty in word.
WONDER that Jesus is mighty in deed.
WONDER that Jesus is mighty in suffering.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 22, 2022

Title: Jesus as Prophet
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Tony Evans: “If you miss Jesus, you miss everything.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a three-sermon mini-series on Christmas. This week, he preaches on the characteristics of a prophet, asking the question: “Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet?”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet? (Deuteronomy 18:15; Exodus 33)

Is Jesus mighty in word, deed, and suffering? (Luke 24:19; Luke 7:16; Matthew 21:11)

Is there any doubt that Jesus was a prophet? (Acts 3:17-26; John 1:1,14)

What were some of the miracles Jesus performed?

Was Jesus’ death on the cross the ultimate show of suffering?

Who did the disciples say Jesus was? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of Peter’s confession from Matthew 16:13-19.

Book Reference: “Jesus the Messiah: Tracing the Promises, Expectations, and Coming of Israel’s King”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 21, 2022

Title: Jesus as Prophet
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Tony Evans: “If you miss Jesus, you miss everything.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a three-sermon mini-series on Christmas. This week, he preaches on the characteristics of a prophet, asking the question: “Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet?”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHAT DID PROPHETS DO? Mighty in Deed

What did some of the prophets do to prove that God was real? Pastor Jarrett mentions Moses, Samuel, Elijah, Elisha, Daniel, Hosea, and Isaiah.

How did the prophets communicate the Word of God? Commentator Warren Wiersbe: “And when God’s seers prophesied, they utilized nearly every method to communicate their message… It was never hackneyed, never boring, never inscrutable, never irrelevant… It was always progressive, revealing more of God and His ways.” Click here and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 6-minute mark for the full quote.

WHAT DID PROPHETS DO? Mighty in Suffering

Why were prophets’ lives filled with so much suffering? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of God taking Ezekial’s wife from him. He also discusses Jeremiah and Isaiah. (Matthew 23:37)

Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet? (Deuteronomy 18:15; Exodus 33; Luke 24:19)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 20, 2022

Title: Jesus as Prophet
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Tony Evans: “If you miss Jesus, you miss everything.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a three-sermon mini-series on Christmas. This week, he preaches on the characteristics of a prophet, asking the question: “Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet?”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Richard Belcher: “The prophet was God’s authorized spokesman.”

WHAT DID PROPHETS DO? Mighty in Word

How many times does “the Word of the LORD” appear in the Old Testament?

How did people know a person was a true prophet?

Were prophets always truthful? (Deuteronomy 18:20-22; Deuteronomy 13)

How do we know that Jesus is a prophet? (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:23; Jeremiah 23:5; Isaiah 9:6-7; Matthew 1; Luke 3; Micah 5:2; Luke 2:1-5)

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches on how prophets were “Mighty in Deed”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 19, 2022

Title: Jesus as Prophet
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Tony Evans: “If you miss Jesus, you miss everything.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a three-sermon mini-series on Christmas. This week, he preaches on the characteristics of a prophet, asking the question: “Does Jesus fulfill the role of prophet?”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHO WERE PROPHETS?
What are the Books of Prophecy?
Why are there major and minor prophets?
How many prophets are named in the Bible?
How did a person “become” a prophet? (Jeremiah 1:4-5)
What happens when someone “claims” to be a prophet but really isn’t?
Why were prophets anointed with oil? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that the Holy Spirit did not live in people in the Old Testament…

WHAT DID PROPHETS DO? Mighty in Word
How many times does “the Word of the LORD” appear in the Old Testament? (Hebrews 1:1)
Richard Belcher: “The prophet was God’s authorized spokesman.”
Tune in tomorrow for more on what prophets did.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 16, 2022

Title: The Fifth Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon on Isaiah 53 entitled “Man of Sorrows”. He wrote in that sermon: “This is one of the chapters that lie at the very heart of the Scriptures. It is the very Holy of holies of Divine Writ. Let us, therefore put off our shoes from our feet, for the place whereon we stand is specially holy ground. The fifty-third of Isaiah is a Bible in miniature. It is the condensed essence of the gospel.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a powerful message about the incarnation, the crucifixion, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ found in the prophecy of Isaiah 53, known as the “Fifth Gospel”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE RESURRECTION (Isaiah 53:10-12)
There are seven “hints” in theses verses:
Hint #1: People will trust in him and he will see them.
Hint #2: Death can’t defeat him.
Hint #3: All authority on heaven and earth is his.
Hint #4: His work is complete.
Hint #5: Christ rising from the dead proves his death was an acceptable sacrifice.
Hint #6: He shares his victory with us.
Hint #7: Only a living, risen Savior can make intercession for us.

How do we know that Jesus is the only intercession? (Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25)

Pastor Jarrett reminds us of Philipp’s encounter with a spiritual seeker from Ethiopia, found in Acts 8:30-35.

FINAL THOUGHTS:
John 1:12 “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” ALL of the Bible points to Jesus.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 15, 2022

Title: The Fifth Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon on Isaiah 53 entitled “Man of Sorrows”. He wrote in that sermon: “This is one of the chapters that lie at the very heart of the Scriptures. It is the very Holy of holies of Divine Writ. Let us, therefore put off our shoes from our feet, for the place whereon we stand is specially holy ground. The fifty-third of Isaiah is a Bible in miniature. It is the condensed essence of the gospel.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a powerful message about the incarnation, the crucifixion, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ found in the prophecy of Isaiah 53, known as the “Fifth Gospel”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE CRUCIFIXION (Isaiah 53:3-9)
What is the true heart of the Gospel? Why did Jesus come to earth when we did nothing to deserve it – when, in fact, we deserve death and not life?
What does the cross represent? What does the cross mean to you?
What is the “Great Exchange”? (2 Corinthians 5:21)
How do we know that Jesus is the Promised Messiah from Isaiah’s prophecy? (John 1:11; Matthew 26:62-63; Matthew 27:11-14)
What happened when Jesus was tempted? (1 Peter 2:22-23)
When and how was Isaiah’s prophecy fulfilled? (Matthew 27:57-60)

THE RESURRECTION (Isaiah 53:10-12)
There are seven “hints” in theses verses:
Hint #1: People will trust in him and he will see them.
Hint #2: Death can’t defeat him.
Hint #3: All authority on heaven and earth is his.
Hint #4: His work is complete.
Hint #5: Christ rising from the dead proves his death was an acceptable sacrifice.
Hint #6: He shares his victory with us.
Hint #7: Only a living, risen Savior can make intercession for us.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 14, 2022

Title: The Fifth Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon on Isaiah 53 entitled “Man of Sorrows”. He wrote in that sermon: “This is one of the chapters that lie at the very heart of the Scriptures. It is the very Holy of holies of Divine Writ. Let us, therefore put off our shoes from our feet, for the place whereon we stand is specially holy ground. The fifty-third of Isaiah is a Bible in miniature. It is the condensed essence of the gospel.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a powerful message about the incarnation, the crucifixion, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ found in the prophecy of Isaiah 53, known as the “Fifth Gospel”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Change is hard. COVID changed a lot for many people – including churches. Pastor Jarrett says: “Nobody likes change except a baby with a wet diaper.” How did Jesus change everything?

THE CRUCIFIXION (Isaiah 53:3-9)
Will salvation every change?
Can we change what salvation is?
How was Jesus a substitution for us when he died?
What is Penal Substitutionary Atonement? Wayne Grudem in “Systematic Theology”: “Christ’s death was “penal” in that he bore a penalty when he died. His death was also a “substitution” in that he was a substitute for us when he died.”
Are there other times that God has provided a substitution for us? (Genesis 3; Genesis 22; Exodus 12; Psalm 23)
What is the true heart of the Gospel? Why did Jesus come to earth when we did nothing to deserve it – when, in fact, we deserve death and not life?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 13, 2022

Title: The Fifth Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon on Isaiah 53 entitled “Man of Sorrows”. He wrote in that sermon: “This is one of the chapters that lie at the very heart of the Scriptures. It is the very Holy of holies of Divine Writ. Let us, therefore put off our shoes from our feet, for the place whereon we stand is specially holy ground. The fifty-third of Isaiah is a Bible in miniature. It is the condensed essence of the gospel.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a powerful message about the incarnation, the crucifixion, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ found in the prophecy of Isaiah 53, known as the “Fifth Gospel”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE INCARNATION (Isaiah 53:1-2)
What is the incarnation?
What was Isaiah’s prophecy? (Isaiah 9:6-7; Isaiah 11:1-5)
How did Isaiah know that Jesus would suffer greatly? (Isaiah 52:13-14)
What was Isaiah’s prophecy about the birth of Jesus?
What was the purpose of Isaiah writing: “For he grew up before him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground”?
Most kings show-off their riches and grandeur. What was different about Jesus? Why didn’t he impress people with spectacular things?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 12, 2022

Title: The Fifth Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon on Isaiah 53 entitled “Man of Sorrows”. He wrote in that sermon: “This is one of the chapters that lie at the very heart of the Scriptures. It is the very Holy of holies of Divine Writ. Let us, therefore put off our shoes from our feet, for the place whereon we stand is specially holy ground. The fifty-third of Isaiah is a Bible in miniature. It is the condensed essence of the gospel.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues “The Thread” sermon series with a powerful message about the incarnation, the crucifixion, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ found in the prophecy of Isaiah 53, known as the “Fifth Gospel”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Has anything ever happened to you that was out of your control? Pastor Jarrett shares how this sermon almost didn’t happen…

What does Gospel mean? (1 Corinthians 15:3-4) Why is Isaiah 53 considered the “Fifth Gospel”?

THE INCARNATION (Isaiah 53:1-2)
What is Advent? What is the purpose? Pastor Jarrett encourages everyone to do daily Bible readings about Advent.
What is the incarnation? CS Lewis writes of the incarnation which he calls “The Grand Miracle”: “The central miracle asserted by Christians is the Incarnation…Every other miracle prepares for this, or exhibits this, or results from this…It was the central event in the history of the Earth—the very thing that the whole story has been about.”
What was Isaiah’s prophecy? (Isaiah 9:6-7)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 9, 2022

Title: The Good Shepherd
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series “The Thread”, revealing more about how the Old Testament can be found in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This week, he uses Psalm 23 to show us how God provides, directs, and protects us.

Scripture Psalm 23 and Luke 24:13-49

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE GOOD SHEPHERD’S PROTECTION
Why does God protect us?
What does He protect us from?
What happened when the Israelites rejected God’s protection? (Ezekiel 34:1-23)
What did God promise about a coming shepherd?
How did Jesus use Psalm 23 and Ezekiel 34 to explain who he was? (John 10:11-18)

FINAL THOUGHTS:

The Good Shepherd died so that the sheep can live.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 8, 2022

Title: The Good Shepherd
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series “The Thread”, revealing more about how the Old Testament can be found in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This week, he uses Psalm 23 to show us how God provides, directs, and protects us.

Scripture Psalm 23 and Luke 24:13-49

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE GOOD SHEPHERD’S PROTECTION
Why does God protect us?
What does He protect us from?
What happened when the Israelites rejected God’s protection? (Ezekiel 34:1-23)

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett reads more from Ezekiel.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 7, 2022

Title: The Good Shepherd
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series “The Thread”, revealing more about how the Old Testament can be found in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This week, he uses Psalm 23 to show us how God provides, directs, and protects us.

Scripture Psalm 23 and Luke 24:13-49

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE GOOD SHEPHERD’S DIRECTION

Will God ever lead us astray?

Will our path sometimes look dark and gray? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the darkness that David experienced and shares about a close friend who recently lost a long battle with cancer.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 6, 2022

Title: The Good Shepherd
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series “The Thread”, revealing more about how the Old Testament can be found in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This week, he uses Psalm 23 to show us how God provides, directs, and protects us.

Scripture Psalm 23 and Luke 24:13-49

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is Psalm 23 such a popular psalm? Why did David write these words? Did he have experience as a shepherd?

What are some qualities (responsibilities) of a good shepherd?

THE GOOD SHEPHERD’S PROVISION

How does God provide for us?

Why do we need God’s provision? (Luke 15:1-7) Click here and fast-forward to the 12-minute mark to view the videos of sheep doing weird things that Pastor Jarrett shares during this segment.

Tune in tomorrow for more about God’s direction for our lives.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 5, 2022

Title: The Good Shepherd
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series “The Thread”, revealing more about how the Old Testament can be found in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This week, he uses Psalm 23 to show us how God provides, directs, and protects us.

Scripture Psalm 23 and Luke 24:13-49

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who were the two people traveling to Emmaus from Jerusalem? Why didn’t they recognize Jesus? What did Jesus say to them about his death? Did Jesus tell his disciples something similar later on? (Genesis 3; Genesis 22; Exodus 12)

Why is Psalm 23 such a popular psalm? Tune in tomorrow for more on this Psalm, why David wrote it, and how God provides for our needs like a good shepherd does for his sheep.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 11, 2022

Title: The First Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new series entitled: “The Thread”. His goal during this series is to bring to light the foreshadowing of the Gospel message found in the Old Testament.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shows how we see Jesus in Genesis 3, reminding us that God is always – always – faithful and keeps His promises.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Notes on Genesis 3:15 from the NIV Study Bible: “The antagonism between people and snakes is used to symbolize the outcome of the titanic struggle between God and the evil one, a struggle played out in the hearts and history of mankind. The offspring of the woman would eventually crush the serpent’s head, a promise fulfilled in Christ’s victory over Satan – a victory in which all believers will share.”

JESUS IN GENESIS: Satan is Defeated (Genesis 3:15b)
What is the significance of “bruise your heel and bruise your head”?
How did Jesus suffer for our sins, defeating Satan? (Hebrews 2:14-15)
Why is Jesus referred to as the “second Adam”? (1 Corinthians 5:21-22; Romans 5:12-19)

JESUS IN GENESIS: Salvation is Secured (Genesis 3:22-24)
How do we know that God keeps His promises?
How did God show mercy and grace to Adam and Eve?
Why does the Bible start and end in a Garden? (Revelation 22:1-7a)

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Our future salvation was secured in a Genesis 3 promise. Jesus is the thread throughout Scripture. He is on every single page of the Bible.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 10, 2022

Title: The First Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new series entitled: “The Thread”. His goal during this series is to bring to light the foreshadowing of the Gospel message found in the Old Testament.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shows how we see Jesus in Genesis 3, reminding us that God is always – always – faithful and keeps His promises.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Where do we find the first signs of hope in the Bible – the first sign of the Gospel? (Genesis 3:15) Pastor Jarrett says: “God’s holiness demands that sin be judged…but in this pronouncement we see His incredible mercy.”

JESUS IN GENESIS: Sin is Covered (Genesis 3:21)

Adam and Eve tried to cover themselves after they sinned. What did God provide for them?

Do you ever try to cover your sin?

Why do many pictures of the cross depict the blood of Jesus? Why do we sing songs about the blood of Jesus? Why do preachers preach about the blood of Jesus? (Hebrews 9:22)

Pastor Jarrett shares about an upcoming trip he is taking with other pastors to the Amazon…

JESUS IN GENESIS: Satan is Defeated (Genesis 3:15b)

What is the significance of “bruise your heel and bruise your head”?

How did Jesus suffer for our sins, defeating Satan? (Hebrews 2:14-15)

Notes on Genesis 3:15 from the NIV Study Bible: “The antagonism between people and snakes is used to symbolize the outcome of the titanic struggle between God and the evil one, a struggle played out in the hearts and history of mankind. The offspring of the woman would eventually crush the serpent’s head, a promise fulfilled in Christ’s victory over Satan – a victory in which all believers will share.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 9, 2022

Title: The First Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new series entitled: “The Thread”. His goal during this series is to bring to light the foreshadowing of the Gospel message found in the Old Testament.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shows how we see Jesus in Genesis 3, reminding us that God is always – always – faithful and keeps His promises.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are the consequences of sin?
Shame (Genesis 3:7; Genesis 2:25)
Guilt (Genesis 3:8)
Fear (Genesis 3:9-10)

Does choosing sin EVER deliver what it promises?
It promises pleasure, but brings pain.
It promises freedom, but brings bondage.
It promises life, but brings death.

Does Satan only seek to destroy and deceive us? (John 10:10)

What was the curse placed on Eve? (Genesis 3:16) What was the curse placed on Adam? (Genesis 3:17-19)

What is the MAJOR consequence of sin? (Romans 5:12; Romans 6:23a)

Where do we find the first sign of hope in the Bible – the first sign of the Gospel? (Genesis 3:15) Pastor Jarrett says: “God’s holiness demands that sin be judged…but in this pronouncement we see His incredible mercy.”

What did Paul write about the first Gospel? (Galatians 4:4)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 8, 2022

Title: The First Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new series entitled: “The Thread”. His goal during this series is to bring to light the foreshadowing of the Gospel message found in the Old Testament.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shows how we see Jesus in Genesis 3, reminding us that God is always – always – faithful and keeps His promises.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

When and where was the first coming of Jesus Christ predicted? What is “protoevangelium”? (Genesis 1:27)

Why did God create man and woman in His image? (Genesis 1:29-30; Genesis 2:8-9)

What was the one stipulation that God gave Adam and Eve about the fruit in the Garden? (Genesis 2:16-17)

How did Satan tempt Eve in the Garden? (Genesis 3:1-6) Pastor Jarrett says this about sin: “It always starts with putting a question mark where God put a period.” He also says: “Sin makes you stupid!”

What are the consequences of sin?
Shame (Genesis 3:7; Genesis 2:25)
Guilt (Genesis 3:8)
Fear (Genesis 3:9-10)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 7, 2022

Title: The First Gospel
Topic: The Thread

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new series entitled: “The Thread”. His goal during this series is to bring to light the foreshadowing of the Gospel message found in the Old Testament.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shows how we see Jesus in Genesis 3, reminding us that God is always – always – faithful and keeps His promises.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon segment today by explaining why he loves everything about church, including using some great visuals. (Click the link above and fast-forward to the 46-minute mark.)

Why is Pastor Jarrett calling this series: “The Thread: Finding Jesus in the Old Testament”? He quotes Pastor AW Criswell, former pastor of First Baptist Church in Dallas: “When we preach the cross, when we preach the blood, when we preach the sacrificial death of Christ, we are preaching the meaning of his coming into the world. The sacrifice of Christ consummated the great redemptive plan and purpose of God in the earth. This is the scarlet thread through the ages.”

When and where was the first coming of Jesus Christ predicted? What is “protoevangelium”? (Genesis 1:27)

Why did God create man and woman in His image? (Genesis 1:29-30; Genesis 2:8-9)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 28, 2022

Title: Serve and Story
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the BLESS sermon series this week with a focus on having the heart of a servant with everyone we encounter. YES everyone!

Champion Forest would also love to hear your stories of sharing God’s love with others. If you have a story you’d like to share, email stories@cfbc.org

Scripture Passage: John 13:1-17

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHY IS SERVING OTHERS IMPORTANT?
Serving others helps create conversations.
Jesus didn’t love people with “conditions” or “strings attached”. Should we do the same?
Pastor Jarrett shares about his first experience planting a church, which came to be known as the “Granola Bar Church”. This is a great story! Don’t miss it! He also shares about a church plant in Albany, New York that starts off sad, but turns out great after the pastor started cleaning restaurant toilets for free!

SHARE YOUR STORY
Everyone has a story! What’s your story? It doesn’t matter if you were 5 or 95 when Jesus grabbed a hold of your life! Share your story! You never know who needs to hear it.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 27, 2022

Title: Serve and Story
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the BLESS sermon series this week with a focus on having the heart of a servant with everyone we encounter. YES everyone!

Champion Forest would also love to hear your stories of sharing God’s love with others. If you have a story you’d like to share, email stories@cfbc.org

Scripture Passage: John 13:1-17

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

NOTE: Click here and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 6-minute mark to view Pastor Jarrett’s diagram of “stages of lostness”.

Is it important to remember that every person will receive the message of the Gospel differently? Is it also important to recognize that not everyone has heard the True Gospel – even your neighbor down the street?

How can serving others build lasting friendships? Pastor Jarrett goes through several steps and shares a funny story about his love of Diet Coke.

Should we help fellow Christians as we all share the truth of God’s love with non-believers? (1 Corinthians 3:5-9)

WHY IS SERVING OTHERS IMPORTANT?
Serving others helps create conversations.
Jesus didn’t love people with “conditions” or “strings attached”. Should we do the same?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 26, 2022

Title: Serve and Story
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the BLESS sermon series this week with a focus on having the heart of a servant with everyone we encounter. YES everyone!

Champion Forest would also love to hear your stories of sharing God’s love with others. If you have a story you’d like to share, email stories@cfbc.org

Scripture Passage: John 13:1-17

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHY IS SERVING OTHERS IMPORTANT?
Serving others helps soften hearts.
What is successful evangelism? Pastor Jarrett says: “Successful evangelism is sowing seed and cultivating soil” and reads from Matthew 13:1-9: The Parable of the Sower. Why did the disciples question Jesus about his use of Parables? What was his response? (Matthew 13:18-23)
What is our responsibility as Christians – as sowers?
What kind of soil will we encounter as we plant the seed of God’s love?

Is it important to remember that every person will receive the message of the Gospel differently? Is it also important to recognize that not everyone has heard the True Gospel – even your neighbor down the street?

Click here and fast-forward to the 1-hour and 6-minute mark to view Pastor Jarrett’s diagram of “stages of lostness”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 25, 2022

Title: Serve and Story
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the BLESS sermon series this week with a focus on having the heart of a servant with everyone we encounter. YES everyone!

Champion Forest would also love to hear your stories of sharing God’s love with others. If you have a story you’d like to share, email stories@cfbc.org

Scripture Passage: John 13:1-17

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE HEART OF A SERVANT (John 13:1-17)
How did Jesus model the heart of a servant?
Why did Jesus wash the disciples’ feet?
Was this a job for the King?
Did the disciples realize the significance of this act of servanthood?

WHY IS SERVING OTHERS IMPORTANT?
Serving others helps lower guards and builds a bridge of trust.
Pastor Jarrett shares a story about speaking to a group of soldiers before they deployed. Click here and fast-forward to the 58-minute mark to view the pictures he mentions.

WHY IS SERVING OTHERS IMPORTANT?
Serving others helps soften hearts.
Pastor Jarrett says: “Successful evangelism is sowing seed and cultivating soil.”
Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more about evangelism.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 24, 2022

Title: Serve and Story
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the BLESS sermon series this week with a focus on having the heart of a servant with everyone we encounter. YES everyone!

Champion Forest would also love to hear your stories of sharing God’s love with others. If you have a story you’d like to share, email stories@cfbc.org

Scripture Passage: John 13:1-17

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the BLESS Challenge all about? Can you BLESS someone today? Pray about who you can share the love of Jesus with!

Why is it important to SERVE those around us? (Mark 10:45) Pastor Jarrett says: “You are never more like Jesus than when you are serving.” He also references the book, “In His Steps”, by Charles Sheldon, which inspired the movement: What Would Jesus Do?

Did the disciples ever argue over who was more loyal to Jesus? (Matthew 20:25)

What did Jesus say about the importance of serving others? (Philippians 2:5-7)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 21, 2022

Title: Listen and Eat
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Why should we constantly be sharing the love of Christ with others? How can we do that? Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached on the importance of praying specifically for those we know who are not saved.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shares how simply sharing a meal and listening to people can lead to genuine conversations about Christ.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 9:9-13

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

LIFE APPLICATIONS FROM MATTHEW:
Develop genuine friendships.
Share a meal and listen.
Introduce them to Jesus at the right time.

NOTE: If you are a member of Champion Forest, contact them at 281.440.3800 for their “House Party Kit”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 20, 2022

Title: Listen and Eat
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Why should we constantly be sharing the love of Christ with others? How can we do that? Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached on the importance of praying specifically for those we know who are not saved.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shares how simply sharing a meal and listening to people can lead to genuine conversations about Christ.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 9:9-13

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Bartimaeus? Why was he blind? Why did Jesus spend intentional time with him? (Mark 10)

Why did Jesus specifically seek out “sinners”? Was this his mission? Is it YOUR mission?

What is the point of the Gospel? (Hosea 6:6)

How does Matthew’s life-change show the love of Jesus? Does it also show the danger of not knowing Jesus?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares how we can apply lessons from Matthew in our own lives.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 19, 2022

Title: Listen and Eat
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Why should we constantly be sharing the love of Christ with others? How can we do that? Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached on the importance of praying specifically for those we know who are not saved.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shares how simply sharing a meal and listening to people can lead to genuine conversations about Christ.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 9:9-13

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Today, Pastor Jarrett shares about a barista near the church he pastored in Dallas, Texas, and how he was able to witness to her on a daily basis. Listen to hear the fabulous end to the story!

Why did “sinners” enjoy company with Jesus?

Should we love “sinners” for who they are – not for who we think they should be? Theologian Darrell Bock: “The best apologetic is to be the relational people we have been called to be. We don’t work hard enough at understanding where the unbeliever is coming from and why.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 18, 2022

Title: Listen and Eat
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Why should we constantly be sharing the love of Christ with others? How can we do that? Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached on the importance of praying specifically for those we know who are not saved.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shares how simply sharing a meal and listening to people can lead to genuine conversations about Christ.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 9:9-13

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did Jesus listen and eat with people? YES! Many times! In fact, he also asked questions – lots and lots of questions, which always led to a spiritual conversation.

Is anyone too far gone for Jesus to save? NOPE!

Why did Jesus seek out the “sinners”?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 17, 2022

Title: Listen and Eat
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Why should we constantly be sharing the love of Christ with others? How can we do that? Last week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached on the importance of praying specifically for those we know who are not saved.

This week, Pastor Jarrett shares how simply sharing a meal and listening to people can lead to genuine conversations about Christ.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 9:9-13

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the Christian life all about? (Luke 19:10; Matthew 28:19)

What should our first thought be on Sunday mornings (and every day!)?

What is the purpose of the BLESS Challenge?

How can listening while eating a meal steer an unsaved person to Jesus? Pastor Jarrett quotes the authors of B.L.E.S.S. “Active listening, coupled with a good meal, can catapult a casual acquaintance into a growing friendship.” Yes – it’s just that easy!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 14, 2022

Title: Begin with Prayer
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Evangelism is a scary word. But what if you began to think of evangelism as more than handing out tracts to strangers on the street and began to just love people to Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new short sermon series this week on evangelism, beginning with a message on the importance of prayer.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 22:34-39, Luke 10:25-37

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BEGIN WITH PRAYER FOR YOURSELF
Prayer #4: A Prayer of Availability (Luke 10:31)
“God, I’m willing to be used for your glory today.”
Prayer #5: A Prayer of Opportunity (Matthew 9:36)
“God, give me eyes to see others as you see them today.”
Prayer #6: A Prayer of Empathy (Matthew 22:33b)
“God, help me to feel for others how you feel for them today.”
Prayer #7: A Prayer of Mercy (Matthew 22:34a)
“God, lead me to action on behalf of others today.”
Prayer #8: A Prayer of Ministry (Mark 10:34; John 13; Philippians 2)
“God, use me to serve others today.”
Prayer #9: A Prayer of Generosity (Matthew 22:35)
“God, use the wealth and resources you’ve given me to bless others today.”

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Everything begins with prayer.

Take the BLESS Challenge and ask God to grow in you the heart of a neighbor.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 13, 2022

Title: Begin with Prayer
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Evangelism is a scary word. But what if you began to think of evangelism as more than handing out tracts to strangers on the street and began to just love people to Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new short sermon series this week on evangelism, beginning with a message on the importance of prayer.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 22:34-39, Luke 10:25-37

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BEGIN WITH PRAYER FOR OTHERS
Prayer #1: A Prayer for Reception (Matthew 13:1-9)
“God, help ______ to have a soft and receptive heart.”
Prayer #2: A Prayer for Revelation (1 Corinthians 2:14; 2 Corinthians 4:4)
Prayer #3: A Prayer for Salvation (2 Peter 3:9)
“God, I pray that _____ will come to know Jesus in a personal way.”

BEGIN WITH PRAYER FOR YOURSELF
Prayer #4: A Prayer of Availability (Luke 10:31)
“God, I’m willing to be used for your glory today.”
Prayer #5: A Prayer of Opportunity (Matthew 9:36)
“God, give me eyes to see others as you see them today.”
Prayer #6: A Prayer of Empathy (Matthew 22:33b)
“God, help me to feel for others how you feel for them today.”

Tune in tomorrow for the rest of the prayers to pray for yourself as you share God’s love, forgiveness, and mercy with others.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 12, 2022

Title: Begin with Prayer
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Evangelism is a scary word. But what if you began to think of evangelism as more than handing out tracts to strangers on the street and began to just love people to Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new short sermon series this week on evangelism, beginning with a message on the importance of prayer.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 22:34-39, Luke 10:25-37

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can prayer change lives? Why should we pray for others by name? (Matthew 22:34-39) Corrie ten Boom: “We never know how God will answer our prayers, but we can expect that He will get us involved in His plan for the answer.”

Who is our neighbor? What can we learn from the Parable of the Good Samaritan? (Luke 10:25-37)

BEGIN WITH PRAYER FOR OTHERS
Prayer #1: A Prayer for Reception (Matthew 13:1-9)
“God, help ______ to have a soft and receptive heart.”
Prayer #2: A Prayer for Revelation (1 Corinthians 2:14; 2 Corinthians 4:4)
“God, open ______ eyes and enlighten their mind to understand spiritual truth.”

Tune in tomorrow for the third prayer for others and some of the six prayers for ourselves.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 11, 2022

Title: Begin with Prayer
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Evangelism is a scary word. But what if you began to think of evangelism as more than handing out tracts to strangers on the street and began to just love people to Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new short sermon series this week on evangelism, beginning with a message on the importance of prayer.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 22:34-39, Luke 10:25-37

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why don’t more Christians share their faith with others, especially their family and friends? Do we oftentimes make sharing our faith harder than it actually is? Pastor Jarrett says: “The premise is that sharing Jesus in the context of real friendships should be the easiest conversation to have in the world and it is the easiest way to change the world.”

Who is our neighbor? How can prayer change lives? Why should we pray for others by name? (Matthew 22:34-39; Luke 10:25-37)

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues to read the Parable of the Good Samaritan.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 10, 2022

Title: Begin with Prayer
Topic: BLESS

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

BLESS: Begin with prayer. Listen. Eat. Serve. Share.

Evangelism is a scary word. But what if you began to think of evangelism as more than handing out tracts to strangers on the street and began to just love people to Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new short sermon series this week on evangelism, beginning with a message on the importance of prayer.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 22:34-39, Luke 10:25-37

Book Reference for the sermon: B.L.E.S.S. 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How many people live in your community? You may be surprised at just how many people do – and just how diverse they are, as well!

What is your purpose in life? Are you following God’s command to reach others for Christ? Who is in your circle of influence? Are you burdened for them? (Acts 17:26) Pastor Jarrett shares some statistics from George Barna and Lifeway research studies.

Why don’t more Christians share their faith with others, especially their family and friends? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more about the importance of prayer as we witness to others about God’s love, forgiveness, and mercy.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 7, 2022

Title: Giving God Your Heart
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Author Randy Alcorn: “There is a powerful relationship between our true spiritual condition and our attitude and actions concerning money and possessions.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series with a hard-hitting message about how we view and what we do with our money, possessions, and resources that God has entrusted us with.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:19-24 and Luke 12:13-21

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Where are your priorities? How can we start making the Kingdom of God a priority in our lives? How can we know if God has our heart – our full attention – our whole lives, including our money and possessions? (Matthew 6:21)

Why is it important to give our money and resources to the church and Christian organizations/charities? Is it a “requirement” to be a Christian? Pastor Jarrett says: “What Jesus wants more than anything is your heart. What you do with your money, possessions, and resources simply shows whether or not he has it.”

FINAL THOUGHTS: Ask God what you should do. It’s not about the amount. I’s about the heart!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 6, 2022

Title: Giving God Your Heart
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Author Randy Alcorn: “There is a powerful relationship between our true spiritual condition and our attitude and actions concerning money and possessions.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series with a hard-hitting message about how we view and what we do with our money, possessions, and resources that God has entrusted us with.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:19-24 and Luke 12:13-21

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

AN ENEMY OF KINGDOM-FOCUSED LIVING: Stinginess
How much “stuff” do you have? Can you afford to get rid of it? What happens when we free ourselves of “stuff”? How is greed deceptive? Tim Keller wrote in his book “Counterfeit Gods”: “Greed hides itself from the victim. The money god’s modus operandi includes blindness to your own heart.” What was the rich fool’s problem in Luke 12? Was it too much wealth? Or was it how he viewed his wealth as his own? Was he living in the “here and now”?

AN ENEMY OF KINGDOM-FOCUSED LIVING: Short-sightedness
Which is more important: How the world sees you OR how God sees you? br /> How was a fool described in the Old Testament?
WWe are not promised another day on earth. Who will enjoy our “stuff” when we are gone? What are you doing now with your money, possessions, and resources to build the Kingdom of God for eternity? (James 4:13-14; 1 Timothy 6:7)
Does God “need” our money? (Psalm 50:10; Psalm 24:1)


Where are your priorities? How can we start making the Kingdom of God a priority in our lives? How can we know if God has our heart – our full attention – our whole lives, including our money and possessions? (Matthew 6:21) br />
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 5, 2022

Title: Giving God Your Heart
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Author Randy Alcorn: “There is a powerful relationship between our true spiritual condition and our attitude and actions concerning money and possessions.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series with a hard-hitting message about how we view and what we do with our money, possessions, and resources that God has entrusted us with.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:19-24 and Luke 12:13-21

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

AN ENEMY OF KINGDOM-FOCUSED LIVING: Selfishness
John Wesley, Founder of the Methodist Church: “Money never stays with me. It would burn me if it did. I throw it out of my hands as soon as possible, lest it should find its way into my heart… Not how much of my money will I give to God, but how much of God’s money will I keep for myself.”
How can giving destroy selfishness?
Are credit cards a bad thing? Pastor Jarrett shares about the first credit card offer he got when he was 18 years old and how debt can destroy lives.


AN ENEMY OF KINGDOM-FOCUSED LIVING: Stinginess
What are the two forms of greed in life? Pastor Jarrett discusses the “takers” and the “keepers”.
How was the rich fool in Luke 12 a combination of both a taker and a keeper?
How much “stuff” do you have? Can you afford to get rid of it?

What happens when we free ourselves of “stuff”?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 4, 2022

Title: Giving God Your Heart
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Author Randy Alcorn: “There is a powerful relationship between our true spiritual condition and our attitude and actions concerning money and possessions.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series with a hard-hitting message about how we view and what we do with our money, possessions, and resources that God has entrusted us with.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:19-24 and Luke 12:13-21

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Where is your focus? How do you give? How do you pray? How do you fast? (Matthew 6:1-18)

As Christians, why is it important for us to focus on eternity and not the “here and now”? Pastor Jarrett asks: “Are you using the resources, possessions, and money God has entrusted to you in a ‘here and now'’ kind of way OR are you living like a citizen of a greater Kingdom?” (1 Peter 2:11; Hebrews 13:14; Philippians 3:20)

Pastor Jarrett reads the Parable of the Rich Fool from Luke 12:13-21.

AN ENEMY OF KINGDOM-FOCUSED LIVING: Selfishness
How many times did the rich man use the word “I” or “my”?
Why do we have a tendency to live for the here and now?
Did Jesus criticize the man for being wealthy? (1 Timothy 6:9; Proverbs 23:4) Pastor Jarrett says: “It’s not wrong to have wealth, but we can’t let our wealth have us!”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 3, 2022

Title: Giving God Your Heart
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Author Randy Alcorn: “There is a powerful relationship between our true spiritual condition and our attitude and actions concerning money and possessions.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” sermon series with a hard-hitting message about how we view and what we do with our money, possessions, and resources that God has entrusted us with.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 6:19-24 and Luke 12:13-21

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How many times are money and possessions mentioned in the four gospels? HINT: A lot!

How many times did Jesus talk about money and possessions? HINT: A lot!

Will we be held accountable for what we do with our money and possessions? How does this reflect our true character and our devotion to God and His Kingdom?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that being wealthy is not evil – BUT we must focus our attention on heaven, not earthly treasures. (Matthew 6:19-21; Ecclesiastes 5:15; Psalm 49:16-17)

Where is your focus? How do you give? How do you pray? How do you fast? (Matthew 6:1-18)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 30, 2022

Title: How God Sees Sex
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Erwin Lutzer wrote in his book, “We Will Not Be Silenced”:  “The cellphone in a teenager’s hand is doing more to shape their worldview than one hour of Sunday School or the admonitions of parents. We are failing to pass our faith on to the next generation because they are captives to the culture, social media, their peers, and the indoctrination by the public schools. Parents clothe their children, feed them, and send them to school, but the hearts of their kids are being stolen and molded by a world that many of us don’t understand.”

Sex is a touchy subject. Pastor Jarrett Stephens uses this sermon to passionately and compassionately explain how God sees sex and why Christians must follow His commands on the issue, not the world’s interpretation.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW GOD SEES SEX: Our Biblical Identity
What should our Biblical Identity look like?
Can our Biblical Identity be whatever we “feel like”? (2 Corinthians 5:17; Colossians 3:10-11; Galatians 3:26-29)
Do our lives really change when Jesus lives in our heart? (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Surrender. Remember Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Protect. Put guards up. (Romans 13:14)
Love. Love them to Jesus.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 29, 2022

Title: How God Sees Sex
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Erwin Lutzer wrote in his book, “We Will Not Be Silenced”:  “The cellphone in a teenager’s hand is doing more to shape their worldview than one hour of Sunday School or the admonitions of parents. We are failing to pass our faith on to the next generation because they are captives to the culture, social media, their peers, and the indoctrination by the public schools. Parents clothe their children, feed them, and send them to school, but the hearts of their kids are being stolen and molded by a world that many of us don’t understand.”

Sex is a touchy subject. Pastor Jarrett Stephens uses this sermon to passionately and compassionately explain how God sees sex and why Christians must follow His commands on the issue, not the world’s interpretation.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW GOD SEES SEX: Our Sexual Activity
Is ALL sexual activity outside of Biblical marriage a sin? (Matthew 19; Luke 9:23; Matthew 16:24) Pastor Jarrett discusses some sensitive topics, like pornography.
Why does Satan use sex to destroy the family and bring corruption to society?
Is adultery always a sin?
Is pre-marital sex always a sin? Is “fooling around” a sexual sin? (1 Corinthians 6:15-20; Hebrews 13:4) Pastor Jarrett says: “Would that be ok if Jesus was sitting in the chair next to you? Because he is!” Think about it!
Is homosexuality always a sin?
How many couples named in the Bible are “same sex” couples? NONE!
How many Scripture passages mention homosexuality? Do any of these passages advocate for homosexuality? Or do they all condemn homosexuality as a sin?
Is there a difference between same-sex attraction and homosexuality?
Are people born “gay”? Is there a “gay gene”? Proven by science – NO!
Can a person have “same-sex” desires and still be a Christian? (Romans 1:18-32)
What is the root of ALL sin?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 28, 2022

Title: How God Sees Sex
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Erwin Lutzer wrote in his book, “We Will Not Be Silenced”:  “The cellphone in a teenager’s hand is doing more to shape their worldview than one hour of Sunday School or the admonitions of parents. We are failing to pass our faith on to the next generation because they are captives to the culture, social media, their peers, and the indoctrination by the public schools. Parents clothe their children, feed them, and send them to school, but the hearts of their kids are being stolen and molded by a world that many of us don’t understand.”

Sex is a touchy subject. Pastor Jarrett Stephens uses this sermon to passionately and compassionately explain how God sees sex and why Christians must follow His commands on the issue, not the world’s interpretation.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW GOD SEES SEX: Our Physical Body

Why did God give us physical bodies? What were our physical bodies made for? (1 Corinthians 6:13,19-20; 1 Corinthians 14; 1 Corinthians 15; Romans 12:1; Romans 6:12-13; 1 Corinthians 6:15)

What are you doing to your physical body that causes harm? Pastor Jarrett urges us to ask “does this harm my body” before we do anything.

HOW GOD SEES SEX: Our Sexual Activity

What is sexual immorality? (1 Corinthians 6:13,18; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5)

Why are we commanded to “flee” from sexual immorality? Pastor Jarrett explains that all other sin we are to “fight against” but we are to “flee” from sexual immorality. He also reminds us that: “Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body.”

Why did God design sex?

What is the purpose of marriage?

Is ALL sexual activity outside of Biblical marriage a sin? (Matthew 19; Luke 9:23; Matthew 16:24) Pastor Jarrett discusses some sensitive topics, like pornography.

Why does Satan use sex to destroy the family and bring corruption to society?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 27, 2022

Title: How God Sees Sex
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Erwin Lutzer wrote in his book, “We Will Not Be Silenced”:  “The cellphone in a teenager’s hand is doing more to shape their worldview than one hour of Sunday School or the admonitions of parents. We are failing to pass our faith on to the next generation because they are captives to the culture, social media, their peers, and the indoctrination by the public schools. Parents clothe their children, feed them, and send them to school, but the hearts of their kids are being stolen and molded by a world that many of us don’t understand.”

Sex is a touchy subject. Pastor Jarrett Stephens uses this sermon to passionately and compassionately explain how God sees sex and why Christians must follow His commands on the issue, not the world’s interpretation.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett continues to review the last five sermons, explaining why, as Christians, we should view every single issue and situation from a Biblical Worldview, not matter how unpopular it makes us. (Genesis 1:3)

Why does God sometimes tell us “no”? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that it’s not to harm us; it’s to help protect us!

Does God love people who are confused over their gender or sexual identification any less? (Genesis 1:27)

HOW GOD SEES SEX: Our Physical Body
Why did Paul write to the church in Corinth about sex? Do his words still ring true today?
Why did God come to earth in the form of a man, Jesus, in a physical body?
Why did God give us physical bodies? What were our physical bodies made for? (1 Corinthians 6:13,19-20; 1 Corinthians 14; 1 Corinthians 15; Romans 12:1; Romans 6:12-13; 1 Corinthains 6:15)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 26, 2022

Title: How God Sees Sex
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Erwin Lutzer wrote in his book, “We Will Not Be Silenced”:  “The cellphone in a teenager’s hand is doing more to shape their worldview than one hour of Sunday School or the admonitions of parents. We are failing to pass our faith on to the next generation because they are captives to the culture, social media, their peers, and the indoctrination by the public schools. Parents clothe their children, feed them, and send them to school, but the hearts of their kids are being stolen and molded by a world that many of us don’t understand.”

Sex is a touchy subject. Pastor Jarrett Stephens uses this sermon to passionately and compassionately explain how God sees sex and why Christians must follow His commands on the issue, not the world’s interpretation.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Pastor Jarrett feel the topic of sex, especially sexual identification, is such an important topic? His friend and fellow pastor, Gregg Matte from Houston’s First, recently said: “We have gone in our culture concerning these issues from toleration to affirmation to celebration. And if you don’t, you receive condemnation.”

Why should Christians follow a Biblical Worldview in ALL things? Why should Christians always strive to follow God’s Truth, not the world’s “truth”? Pastor Jarrett offers some examples if “absolute truths” – there is no negotiation. He says: “Truth is truth. It’s narrow and it’s absolute.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 23, 2022

Title: Our Place in Politics
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a hard-hitting message about our place in politics. Many Christians do not believe that we should be involved in politics, but Pastor Jarrett is not one of those Christians. In fact, he believes that Christians have a divine responsibility and role as it relates to politics.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CHRISTIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Influence and Advocate

NOTE: Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed our role as influencers, stressing the importance of Christians running for office and voting for God-fearing candidates. How can we make a difference in our community through politics? (Jeremiah 29:4-7)

Why should Christians always advocate for those who need help the most? Pastor Jarrett quotes Dionysius, the Bishop of Alexandria.

Can one person really make a difference, though?

Why is it important for Christians to be careful how we submit, obey, pray, preach, influence, and advocate in politics?

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Be respectful, kind, loving, offer grace, and be civil with everyone – no matter what they believe.
Don’t fight the battle like the world. Fight the battle for God.
We don’t live for a kingdom on earth. We live for a future Kingdom to come.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 22, 2022

Title: Our Place in Politics
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a hard-hitting message about our place in politics. Many Christians do not believe that we should be involved in politics, but Pastor Jarrett is not one of those Christians. In fact, he believes that Christians have a divine responsibility and role as it relates to politics.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CHRISTIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Influence and Advocate

How can Christians influence politics? (Matthew 5, Sermon the Mount; Philippians 3:20)

Is Patriotism good or bad? (Matthew 5:13-16) Pastor Jarrett explains that there is a fine line and Christians need to be careful, saying: “As Christians, we can’t put our love for country OR anything else for that matter above our love and devotion to God! Our Kingdom citizenship is the priority.”

How can we be “salt and light”? Why was salt a valued commodity in the time of Jesus? How does light expose the darkness?

Why do we need more Christians who truly fear God in public office?

Why should all Christians vote in every election?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 21, 2022

Title: Our Place in Politics
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a hard-hitting message about our place in politics. Many Christians do not believe that we should be involved in politics, but Pastor Jarrett is not one of those Christians. In fact, he believes that Christians have a divine responsibility and role as it relates to politics.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CHRISTIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Pray and Preach

Why should we pray for our leaders? (1 Timothy 2:1-3)

What are we commanded to pray for specifically for our leaders?

What if we don’t approve of the leaders God has placed in government? Is it worth complaining about it? (Daniel 2:21; Psalm 75:7) Pastor Jarrett says: “Don’t let who is in power give you heartburn. God is in control… After all, preaching is more important than politics.”

What command did Jesus give us about evangelism and discipleship? (Matthew 28:18-20)


CHRISTIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Influence and Advocate

Why should we fight for our country? Is freedom in our country important? Pastor Jarrett reminisces about 9/11…

How is “politics” specifically defined? Oxford Dictionary: “The activities associated with the governance of a country or other area, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.”

How can Christians influence politics? (Matthew 5, Sermon the Mount)


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 20, 2022

Title: Our Place in Politics
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a hard-hitting message about our place in politics. Many Christians do not believe that we should be involved in politics, but Pastor Jarrett is not one of those Christians. In fact, he believes that Christians have a divine responsibility and role as it relates to politics.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did God give us specific instructions about the “best” type of government?

Who was in power at the time Paul wrote Romans 13? Who was Paul writing to? What were the government leaders doing to the people? What can we learn about the government from Romans 13?

CHRISTIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Submit and Obey
What did Peter write on this subject? (1 Peter 2:13-17)
Why don’t Americans like to submit and obey to the government?
Is there ever a time when we are instructed not to submit and obey to the government? (Acts 5:29)

CHRISTIAN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Pray and Preach
Why should we pray for our leaders? (1 Timothy 2:1-3)
What are we commanded to pray for specifically for our leaders?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 19, 2022

Title: Our Place in Politics
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a hard-hitting message about our place in politics. Many Christians do not believe that we should be involved in politics, but Pastor Jarrett is not one of those Christians. In fact, he believes that Christians have a divine responsibility and role as it relates to politics.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does politics immediately divide us? Why do we get so heated when discussing anything concerning politics – even among Christian friends?

How do we know that God is in the midst of government – in the midst of politics? Why does God like law and order? (1 Corinthians 14:33; Genesis 1-3)

How do atheism, humanism, and postmodernism attempt to redefine, eliminate, or excuse God’s creation?

What did Paul say about God’s law and order? (Ephesians 4 and 5; 1 Corinthains 12)

When did “government” first begin? (Hebrews)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 16, 2022

Title: The Amazing Race
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a message about unity and love for every person, revealing how the Revelation 5 prophecy is the fulfillment of the Genesis 12 promise.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW TO FIGHT RACISM: Consider Others
Pastor Jarrett begins this segment today with a quote from Martin Luther King, Jr’s “Letters from Birmingham Jail”. Make friends with people!

HOW TO FIGHT RACISM: Challenge Prejudices
Stand up for others.
Psalm 98:14; Micah 6:8; Amos 5:24

HOW TO FIGHT RACISM: Celebrate Differences
Differences should never be separated; they should be celebrated.
Differences don’t weaken us; they strengthen us.
1 Corinthians 12

Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon reminiscing about God’s call for him to come to Champion Forest Baptist Church.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 15, 2022

Title: The Amazing Race
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a message about unity and love for every person, revealing how the Revelation 5 prophecy is the fulfillment of the Genesis 12 promise.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett reminded us that when we trust in Jesus, we are given a new identity; we are “in Christ”. When we trust in Jesus, we are given a new family called the Church. When we trust in Jesus, we are given a new citizenship in heaven. When we trust in Jesus, we are given a new ministry which is referred to as reconciliation. (Ephesians 2:13-16; 2 Corinthians 5:17-20)

How is the Gospel unique from every other message? (Ephesians 2:11-22; Acts 9; Acts 10; 1 Peter 2:9)

What is the “chosen race” – the “third race”?

HOW TO FIGHT RACISM:

Consider Others

Did you know there are over 50 “one another” passages in the Bible? What did Paul write the church about loving others? (Philippians 2:1-5) Pastor Jarrett closes this segment today with a quote from Martin Luther King, Jr’s “Letters from Birmingham Jail”.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 14, 2022

Title: The Amazing Race
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a message about unity and love for every person, revealing how the Revelation 5 prophecy is the fulfillment of the Genesis 12 promise.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What do we learn from Jesus in the New Testament about loving others? (John 4:1-45; Luke 7:1-10; Mark 7:24-30; John 18)

Should Christians Embrace “Critical Race Theory”?

What did Jesus accomplish in his death?

Pastor Jarrett says: “Any competing worldview or organization will always fall short in their ability to bring peace and reconciliation. It doesn’t have the power to do what Jesus does.”
     • Do as Paul said and take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ. (2 Corinthians 10:5)
     • We must make sure we are not led astray by various kinds of strange teachings and controversial speculations. (Hebrews 13:9, 1 Timothy 1:4)
     • We must funnel and filter everything through the gospel first and foremost.

Is Jesus always the answer? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that when we trust in Jesus, we are given a new identity; we are “in Christ”. When we trust in Jesus, we are given a new family called the Church. When we trust in Jesus, we are given a new citizenship in heaven. When we trust in Jesus, we are given a new ministry which is referred to as reconciliation. (Ephesians 2:13-16; 2 Corinthians 5:17-20)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 13, 2022

Title: The Amazing Race
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a message about unity and love for every person, revealing how the Revelation 5 prophecy is the fulfillment of the Genesis 12 promise.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Last week, Pastor Jarrett used Genesis 1:26-27 to remind us that every human being is loved by God, known by God, and created by God. Every human being has value. He goes a step further today and states: “Each person has equal worth and dignity”.

Author and Theologian Art Lindsley wrote: “It is contradictory for Christians to walk into church proclaiming the worthiness of God while cursing someone who God created in his likeness. How believers treat people is an indication of how they value God.”

When did racism originate? Pastor Jarrett refers back to Genesis 6-10 and God’s judgement upon wicked men with a massive flood over all the earth, explaining how different races and languages came about. (Click here and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark to view the map that Pastor Jarrett discusses.)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 12, 2022

Title: The Amazing Race
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week with a message about unity and love for every person, revealing how the Revelation 5 prophecy is the fulfillment of the Genesis 12 promise.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What can we learn about The End from John’s writings in Revelation? How do we know that this is really going to happen one day? (Revelation 5:9-10)

What is God’s end goal? Can we help fulfill God’s goal with missions and witnessing to the nations? Theologian John Piper wrote in his book, “Let The Nations Be Glad”: “Missions exist because worship does not.”

What should our desire be as Christians?

On the other hand, what is Satan’s end goal? How can we fight against our enemy?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 9, 2022

Title: Choosing Life
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

NOTE: If you are pregnant and need help or if you have had an abortion and need counseling, please do not hesitate to call CFBC to speak to a counselor or a pastor at 281.440.3800. You can also text “624” to 77069 or click here  for organizations that partner with CFBC.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week, with hard-hitting message on the sanctity of life from a Biblical Worldview.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

COMMON QUESTIONS FROM OUR CULTURE ABOUT ABORTION:
As a mother, don’t I have the right to control my body?
Pastor Jarrett explains that a baby is not a “part” of a woman’s body; the baby is a separate person and that person has value. “The right to our body is not absolute,” he says, giving several other examples.

What about in cases of rape, incest, or when the mother’s life is at risk?
Pastor Jarrett offers some statistics and facts concerning these situations, being very sensitive and compassionate. He says: “That baby is loved, known, and created by God and therefore has value. We have to fall on the side of choosing life for the baby.”

Pastor Jarrett also passionately reminds us that God takes all of our shame and guilt. If you have had an abortion or encouraged someone to get an abortion, there is forgiveness.

What about those who are poor, can’t afford a child, or will bring that child up in poverty and/or in harm’s way?
Pastor Jarrett believes the same applies: Every baby is loved, known, and created by God. No matter their social status, every person matters from the moment of conception.

FINAL THOUGHTS:
Taking away life isn’t the answer. Choosing life is.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back/strong>.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 8, 2022

Title: Choosing Life
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

NOTE: If you are pregnant and need help or if you have had an abortion and need counseling, please do not hesitate to call CFBC to speak to a counselor or a pastor at 281.440.3800. You can also text “624” to 77069 or click here  for organizations that partner with CFBC.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week, with hard-hitting message on the sanctity of life from a Biblical Worldview.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is a baby – a child – a human? Pastor Jarrett offers several Scriptures to describe a baby outside of the womb: Jeremiah 3:15; 1 Peter 2:2; Luke 2:12; Luke 2:16; Luke 18:15. He then reads about John the Baptist leaping inside Elizabeth’s womb when Mary, the mother of Jesus, was near, found in Luke 1:41 and Luke 1:44. The same word is used to describe a baby both inside and outside the womb.

What about scientific proof? Pastor Jarrett reveals some amazing scientific facts about babies in the womb.

COMMON QUESTIONS FROM OUR CULTURE ABOUT ABORTION:
As a mother, don’t I have the right to control my body?
Pastor Jarrett explains that a baby is not a “part” of a woman’s body; the baby is a separate person and that person has value. “The right to our body is not absolute,” he says, giving several other examples.

What about in cases of rape, incest, or when the mother’s life is at risk?
Pastor Jarrett offers some statistics and facts concerning these situations, being very sensitive and compassionate.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back/strong>.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 7, 2022

Title: Choosing Life
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

NOTE: If you are pregnant and need help or if you have had an abortion and need counseling, please do not hesitate to call CFBC to speak to a counselor or a pastor at 281.440.3800. You can also text “624” to 77069 or click here  for organizations that partner with CFBC.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week, with hard-hitting message on the sanctity of life from a Biblical Worldview.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

God loves you. God knows you. God created you.
Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we are not a physical body with a soul; we are a soul with a physical body. He also quotes Pastor David Jeremiah on this topic. (Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 56:30-minute mark for the full quote.)

God loves you. God knows you. God created you. Jeremiah 1:5
Do you feel valued? You should! You are!

God loves you. God knows you. God created you. Isaiah 49:1
When we choose life, we choose God.

God loves you. God knows you. God created you. Psalm 139:13-16
Dr. Seuss, Horton Hears a Who: “A person’s a person, no matter how small.”

God loves you. God knows you. God created you.
You will never be hidden from God.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 6, 2022

Title: Choosing Life
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

NOTE: If you are pregnant and need help or if you have had an abortion and need counseling, please do not hesitate to call CFBC to speak to a counselor or a pastor at 281.440.3800. You can also text “624” to 77069 or click here  for organizations that partner with CFBC.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week, with hard-hitting message on the sanctity of life from a Biblical Worldview.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

NO BRAINER STATEMENT #1: God Loves You
Don’t ever doubt God’s love for you.
His love is unconditional and everlasting.
John 3:16; 1 John 4:10; Romans 5:8
(Pastor Jarrett preached on this in Monday’s segment.)

NO BRAINER STATEMENT #2: God Knows You
God knows you inside and out.
God is all-knowing.
God knows your secrets and your desires.
God knows your sins – and still loves you!
Matthew 10:29-30; Matthew 6; I John 3:20; Psalm 139; Acts 15:8; Psalm 90:8

NO BRAINER STATEMENT #3: God Created You
God created you specifically for a purpose.
God created you in His image.
You were formed by the hands of God.
God created you with a soul.
Psalm 139:13-16; Ephesians 2:10; Genesis 1:26-27

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 5, 2022

Title: Choosing Life
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

NOTE: If you are pregnant and need help or if you have had an abortion and need counseling, please do not hesitate to call CFBC to speak to a counselor or a pastor at 281.440.3800. You can also text “624” to 77069 or click here https://www.championforest.org/help/ for organizations that partner with CFBC.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues with the “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad” series this week, with hard-hitting message on the sanctity of life from a Biblical Worldview.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is Pastor Jarrett so passionate about the abortion issue? Does he view abortion as a political issue or a Biblical issue?

NO BRAINER STATEMENT #1: God Loves You
Don’t ever doubt God’s love for you.
His love is unconditional and everlasting.
John 3:16; 1 John 4:10; Romans 5:8

NO BRAINER STATEMENT #2: God Knows You
God knows you inside and out.
God is all-knowing.
Matthew 10:29-30; Matthew 6; I John 3:20

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 2, 2022

Title: The Problem
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. In his sermon this week, he shares four certainties from the Bible as we battle evil, pain, and suffering using a Biblical Worldview.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-17 and Romans 8:18-23

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

APPLICATION
Certainty #1: God is Sovereign and Good. Trust Jesus. (Romans 8:28; 1 Peter 1:6-7)
Remember: Life can be bad, but God is really, really good. We don’t have all the answers, but God does.

Certainty #2: Man is Free. Choose Jesus.
Everyone has the freedom to choose or reject Jesus. This is a DAILY commitment, not a one-time-one-and-done. Click here and fast-forward to the 1-hour mark to view the cartoon that Pastor Jarrett shares.

Certainty #3: Sin Brings Suffering. Preach Jesus. (Matthew 27:46; Hebrews 4:14; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
What is the best way to preach Jesus? Show up and offer a shoulder to cry on and a listening ear.

Certainty #4: Suffering is Temporary. Hope in Jesus. (1 Corinthians 13:12)
Hold onto hope. When you hold onto hope, you are holding onto Jesus.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 1, 2022

Title: The Problem
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. In his sermon this week, he shares four certainties from the Bible as we battle evil, pain, and suffering using a Biblical Worldview.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-17 and Romans 8:18-23

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CERTAINTY #4: Suffering is Temporary
Some of our suffering on earth may feel like its lasting an eternity. How can we be certain that our suffering is only temporary? (2 Corinthians 4:17; 1 Peter 5:9-10)
How does the Holy Spirit intercede for us when we are suffering? Why is it important to share our sufferings and troubles with others? Pastor Jarrett shares a personal story about sexual abuse. Listeners are urged to use caution. (Romans 8:26-28)
What does the future hold for Christians? (Revelation 21)

APPLICATION

Certainty #1: God is Sovereign and Good. Trust Jesus. (Romans 8:28; 1 Peter 1:6-7)
We don’t have all the answers. Remember: Life can be bad, but God is really, really good.
Tune in tomorrow for more applications from a Biblical Worldview.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 31, 2022

Title: The Problem
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. In his sermon this week, he shares four certainties from the Bible as we battle evil, pain, and suffering using a Biblical Worldview.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-17 and Romans 8:18-23

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CERTAINTY #2: Man is Free
Could God have created a world without evil, pain, and suffering? Yes – BUT it would be a world without human beings. Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett shared a great quote from Peter Kreeft, a Professor at Boston College. Click here and fast-forward to the 42-minute mark for the full quote. It really explains a lot and would be great to have on hand when discussing this topic with non-believers.

CERTAINTY #3: Sin Brings Suffering
What were God’s instructions about the fruit on the trees in the Garden of Eden? (Genesis 2:15-17)
How did Adam and Eve reject a Biblical Worldview? (Genesis 3:3; Genesis 3:14-19)
Is every human being born with a sin nature? (Romans 5) Pastor Jarrett shares a short video of two little boys fighting. Click here and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark.
So, why do we sin? Why can’t we stop sinning? Why is the world riddled with hurricanes and floods and other natural disasters? Why do people get cancer and other diseases? (Romans 8:18-23)

CERTAINTY #4: Suffering is Temporary
How can we be certain that our suffering is only temporary? (2 Corinthians 4:17; 1 Peter 5:9-10)
Tune in tomorrow for more on this.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 30, 2022

Title: The Problem
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. In his sermon this week, he shares four certainties from the Bible as we battle evil, pain, and suffering using a Biblical Worldview.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-17 and Romans 8:18-23

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CERTAINTY #1: God is Sovereign and Good
Is it our fault when bad things happen to us?
How do we know that God is sovereign? (Proverbs 16:33; Job 42:2; 1 Chronicles 29:11-12; Isaiah 45:5-7; Matthew 10:29; Psalm 121:4)
How do we know that God is good? Pastor Jarrett discusses the Rich Young Ruler in Luke 18 and John’s words found in 1 John 1:5 “God is light and in Him is no darkness at all.” He also reads from Psalm 119:68a and James 1:17, reminding us of what God said when He created the earth.

CERTAINTY #2: Man is Free
Why did God allow humans to have free will? Pastor Jarrett quotes Peter Kreeft, a Professor at Boston College. Click here and fast-forward to the 42-minute mark for the full quote. It really explains a lot and would be great to have on hand when discussing this topic with non-believers.
Could God have created a world without evil, pain, and suffering? Yes – BUT it would be a world without human beings.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 29, 2022

Title: The Problem
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. In his sermon this week, he shares four certainties from the Bible as we battle evil, pain, and suffering using a Biblical Worldview.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-17 and Romans 8:18-23

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Many people wonder: If God is good, then why does He allow pain, suffering, and evil? If God is all-powerful, surely, He can stop it all!

How can Christians be a beacon of hope during tragic times?

Why do we often fixate on what we don’t know? If we knew the reason “why”, would it really help us? Pastor Jarrett says: “Our goal is not to understand or solve the problem of evil, pain, and suffering. Our goal is to look at this problem through the lens of Scripture.” (Deuteronomy 29:29; Isaiah 55:8-9; 1 Corinthians 13:12)

“The fact of suffering undoubtedly constitutes the single greatest challenge to the Christian faith and has been in every generation. Its distribution and degree appear to be entirely random and, therefore, unfair. Sensitive spirits ask if it can possibly be reconciled with God’s justice and love.” Theologian John Stott

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 26, 2022

Title: A Biblical Worldview
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. His sermon this week focuses on the importance of following a true biblical worldview using Matthew 22:36-38.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does every person sitting in a church pew on Sunday hold a Biblical Worldview? Pastor Jarret says: “They can see, but their worldview is shaded.”

Why is Biblical meditation important? Book Reference: “Reclaiming the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation” by Robert J. Morgan

Is Satan battling for our minds? (Matthew 6:22-23)

Why should we constantly be training our minds in righteousness? (Romans 8)

How can we use our minds for the Glory of God using a Biblical Worldview?


FINAL THOUGHTS:

Pray this prayer this week: “Lord, help me to fill my mind, guard my mind, train my mind, and use my mind for your glory.”


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 25, 2022

Title: A Biblical Worldview
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. His sermon this week focuses on the importance of following a true biblical worldview using Matthew 22:36-38.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is the Bible “just another book”? HINT: Absolutely not! Pastor Jarrett shares some facts about the Bible. He also shares about a book coming out soon from the spiritual discipleship team at CFBC. More information to come. (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Hebrews 4:12; Jeremiah 23:29)

Has any other book in history been translated into as many languages as the Bible? How has the Bible survived for 2,000 years? Have many, many people tried to destroy the Bible?

Is the Bible reliable and trustworthy? Martin Luther: “When the Scripture speaks, God speaks.” (1 Corinthians 2:14; 2 Corinthians 4:4

Is it usually easy to “argue” an unbeliever into belief? HINT: Nope.

Does every person sitting in a church pew on Sunday hold a Biblical Worldview? Pastor Jarret says: “They can see, but their worldview is shaded.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 24, 2022

Title: A Biblical Worldview
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. His sermon this week focuses on the importance of following a true biblical worldview using Matthew 22:36-38.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Does the information we ingest really affect our opinions? Colossians 3:2-3; Romans 12:2; Philippians 4:8; 2 Corinthians 10:4-5; Ephesians 6:17a; 1 Peter 1:13; Romans 8:5-6

What is a Biblical Worldview? How does the world define “worldview”? Pastor Jarrett says: “We don’t form our views on these things by our experiences, our feelings, or what culture dictates or embraces. We have to allow our minds to be shaped by God and His Word.”

How can we know that we have a Biblical Worldview? Can we find the answers to social issues like race, abortion, and homosexuality in the Bible?

Book Reference: “How Now Shall We Live?” by Charles Colson

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 23, 2022

Title: A Biblical Worldview
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. His sermon this week focuses on the importance of following a true biblical worldview using Matthew 22:36-38.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett continues to explain why he has chosen specific topics to preach on in this new series, such as sexuality and homosexuality. Yesterday, he humbly asked for prayer (for staff and church unity) and grace (because you probably won’t agree with everything!). Today, he encourages us to have hope for the future and to remember the goal is eternity in Heaven for every human being.

Why is it important to bring glory to God in everything we do? Pastor Jarrett urges caution and love, especially on social media.

Does the information we ingest really affect our opinions? Colossians 3:2-3; Romans 12:2; Philippians 4:8

Book Reference: “Love Your God With All Your Mind: The Role of Reason in the Life of the Soul” by JP Moreland

Book Reference: “The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind” by Mark Noll

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 22, 2022

Title: A Biblical Worldview
Topic: Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled: “Chasing Sanity in a World Gone Mad”. His sermon this week focuses on the importance of following a true biblical worldview using Matthew 22:36-38.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett takes the first few minutes of his sermon to explain why he has chosen specific topics to preach on in this new series, such as sexuality and homosexuality. Today, he humbly asks Christians to pray for the church staff and to give them some grace (because you probably won’t agree with everything!). Tune in tomorrow as he encourages us to have hope for the future and to remember the goal is eternity in Heaven for every human being.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 19, 2022

Title: Only Jesus
Topic: Snapshots of Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Is prayer a priority to you? Where do you pray? Why do you pray?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week while he is on vacation, continuing the Snapshots of Jesus series. Pastor Jarrett will be teaching from Luke 9, specifically the Transfiguration in verses 28-36.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was the significance of the cloud in the Transfiguration Scripture passage? Why were Peter and the others afraid of the cloud?

Why did Moses and Elijah depart, leaving Jesus alone? (Matthew 17:8; Mark 9:8) “Moses and Elijah salute their divine successor and then leave him alone in his unchallenged supremacy, the sole object of his disciples’ veneration.” (New Testament commentator)

Is God the sole object your worship? Or do you treat God like a Genie in a bottle? Do you truly want to see the glory of God manifest in all you do? Or do you only seek God when you need something? (John 1:12; 2 Peter 1:16-19)

POINTS FOR HOME: Every time you open the Word of God, you experience the Glory of God.

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 18, 2022

Title: Only Jesus
Topic: Snapshots of Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Is prayer a priority to you? Where do you pray? Why do you pray?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week while he is on vacation, continuing the Snapshots of Jesus series. Pastor Jarrett will be teaching from Luke 9, specifically the Transfiguration in verses 28-36.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the significance of the word “departure” in the Transfiguration Scripture passage? (2 Kings 2:2)

How did Jesus’ conversation with Moses and Elijah on the mountain represent the entire Old Testament? Why did they talk about Jesus’ departure from earth?

Why did Jesus instruct the disciples not to talk about his departure? (Luke 9:21-22)

How did the disciples respond to the vision of Moses and Elijah talking with Jesus on the mountain? Why did Peter want to stay on the mountain? What did he say to Jesus about what he had seen?

Leonard Ravenhill: “There is a price to be paid for spiritual growth.” Is what you’re living for worth Christ dying for?

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 17, 2022

Title: Only Jesus
Topic: Snapshots of Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Is prayer a priority to you? Where do you pray? Why do you pray?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week while he is on vacation, continuing the Snapshots of Jesus series. Pastor Jarrett will be teaching from Luke 9, specifically the Transfiguration in verses 28-36.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

When do you meet with Jesus? Do you always expect to learn and hear something? If not, why not?

Do each of the Gospels share the Transfiguration of Jesus? Pastor Jarrett admits that his face has never glowed and his clothes never turned white after praying like Moses. (Exodus 32:29)

Was God radiating through Jesus? Or was it the glory of God shining through? What is the difference? (Hebrews 1:3)

Why did Moses and Elijah appear with Jesus on the mountain?

Who would you want to speak with on a mountain after prayer? Pastor Jarrett shares who he would want to talk to…

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 16, 2022

Title: Only Jesus
Topic: Snapshots of Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Is prayer a priority to you? Where do you pray? Why do you pray?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week while he is on vacation, continuing the Snapshots of Jesus series. Pastor Jarrett will be teaching from Luke 9, specifically the Transfiguration in verses 28-36.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who did people think Jesus was? Was he physically different than other men? What did his own family say about Jesus? (Luke 9:18-20; Isaiah 53:2b; Mark 3:21)

Did Jesus have emotions just like we do? Did he bleed just like we do? (John 1:14; Philippians 2:6-7)

Why did Jesus willingly lay aside his deity when he came to earth to live as a man?

Why did the Transfiguration take place after a time of prayer? Why did Luke write so often about Jesus’ prayer life? Where did Jesus often pray? (Luke 3; Luke 4; Luke 6; Luke 9:18) Pastor Jarrett says: “Prayer was as natural to Jesus as breathing.”

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 15, 2022

Title: Only Jesus
Topic: Snapshots of Jesus

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Is prayer a priority to you? Where do you pray? Why do you pray?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week while he is on vacation, continuing the Snapshots of Jesus series. Pastor Jarrett will be teaching from Luke 9, specifically the Transfiguration in verses 28-36.

To view Pastor Jarrett’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the purpose and context of the Transfiguration? Pastor Jarrett says: “God is revealing the glory of His son, Jesus, to us.” He uses church camp as an example and also references his book, The Mountains are Calling

As Christians, will we always live in a “mountaintop experience”? Or will we experience the valley as well?

Why were people really paying attention to Jesus and his teachings at this point in his ministry? What was Jesus doing that caused people to stop and listen? (John 3:2; Luke 9:7-9)

Who did people think Jesus was? Was he physically different than other men? (Luke 9:18-20; Isaiah 53:2b)

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 15, 2022

Title: Last Words
Topic: Summer Hits

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is your favorite scripture? This week, pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “Summer Hits”. Over the next six weeks, pastors from each of the three CFBC campuses will be preaching on their favorite scripture passages. Will yours make the list?

NOTE: This sermon was preached on July 3, 2022, the day before Independence Day, so there are several patriotic references.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

OUR LIFE IS REWARDED IN ETERNITY (2 Timothy 4:8).
How can we stay motivated in the fight? .
Why is running a race so tiresome? Pastor Jarrett shares about a Disney cruise his family went on and the 5K he (cough cough) ran….
Why is completing the race so important? (Philippians 3:13-14; 1 Corinthians 9:24-25).
How was Paul able to run the race and finish it? Pastor Jarrett quotes Martin Luther: “I have two days on my calendar: This day and that day.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 14, 2022

Title: Last Words
Topic: Summer Hits

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is your favorite scripture? This week, pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “Summer Hits”. Over the next six weeks, pastors from each of the three CFBC campuses will be preaching on their favorite scripture passages. Will yours make the list?

NOTE: This sermon was preached on July 3, 2022, the day before Independence Day, so there are several patriotic references.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

OUR LIFE IS FULL OF UPS AND DOWNS (2 Timothy 4:7)

Pastor Jarrett discusses a new initiative from CFBC to train pastors on campus. Why did he lay out some expectations for them? Do we all have to live up to expectations in life? Why is it important to communicate our expectations to others?

Did Paul get frustrated with his circumstances?

Why did Paul describe life as a race – a war – a competition?

Did Paul often write about the hardships he faced? (2 Corinthians 11:25-28)

True or Fales: Bad things don’t happen to good people. FALSE! (Psalm 90:10)

Pastor Jarrett says this: “Easy Christianity is cultural Christianity. Biblical Christianity is hard.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 13, 2022

Title: Last Words
Topic: Summer Hits

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is your favorite scripture? This week, pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “Summer Hits”. Over the next six weeks, pastors from each of the three CFBC campuses will be preaching on their favorite scripture passages. Will yours make the list?

NOTE: This sermon was preached on July 3, 2022, the day before Independence Day, so there are several patriotic references.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

OUR LIFE IS NOT OUR OWN (2 Timothy 4:6)
What was the purpose and significance of a “drink offering”?
Did Paul talk about this often? (1 Corinthians 6:19b-20a; Romans 12:1)
Why should we give our ALL to God? Did Paul do this?
Does God permit pain and heartache? (Luke 9:23-24) Pastor Jarrett shares about a video series he will be part of. More info coming soon!
When Paul wrote this letter to Timothy, was he feeling defeated? Did Paul ever feel defeated? Did Paul whine and cry about his life? (Philippians 1:21-23; Acts 21:13)
Do you view your life as a sacrifice to God?

Note: If you would like more information about the upcoming trip to Israel with CFBC, click here. 

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 12, 2022

Title: Last Words
Topic: Summer Hits

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is your favorite scripture? This week, pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “Summer Hits”. Over the next six weeks, pastors from each of the three CFBC campuses will be preaching on their favorite scripture passages. Will yours make the list?

NOTE: This sermon was preached on July 3, 2022, the day before Independence Day, so there are several patriotic references.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett gives a brief history of Thomas Jefferson and John Adams’ friendship and politics. What were Adams’ last words? What were Jefferson’s last words? This is really interesting and a little bit funny!

Why did Pastor Jarrett choose 2 Timothy 4:6-8 to share as his “Summer Hits” Scripture passage? This is another great story!

Note: If you would like more information about the upcoming trip to Israel with CFBC, click here. 

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 11, 2022

Title: Last Words
Topic: Summer Hits

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is your favorite scripture? This week, pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “Summer Hits”. Over the next six weeks, pastors from each of the three CFBC campuses will be preaching on their favorite scripture passages. Will yours make the list?

NOTE: This sermon was preached on July 3, 2022, the day before Independence Day, so there are several patriotic references.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett gives a brief background before he dives into the Scripture passage.
Was Paul always a follower of Christ?
When and why did Paul turn his life around?
After he became a believer, what did Paul do?
What was the prison like where Paul wrote the second letter to Timothy?
How well did Paul know Timothy?
Was the second letter to Timothy essentially Paul’s “last words”?

Note: If you would like more information about the upcoming trip to Israel with CFBC, click here. 

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 8, 2022

Title: The Need for Church
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series: “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection”. The focus of this final sermon is on the Need for Church.

NOTE: Sometimes, the church is referred to as “Church” and sometimes it is referred to as the “church”. There is a difference! Pastor Jarrett will explain and dissect that this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:1-6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Remember: Jesus makes the church! If he is not the center of attention, it is not a church! In fact, Pastor Jarrett says: “The Senior Pastor at Champion Forest is Jesus and always will be!”

INVISIBLE CHURCH (with a big “C”)
Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett preached about the importance of belonging to a “little c” church. Today, he passionately urges everyone to examine their own life. You may be a member of a “church” but if you aren’t a member of His Church, then it doesn’t matter! (Nicodemus 3)

Rick Warren wrote in “The Purpose Driven Life” 5 Purposes of the Church from Acts 2:42-46
Grow warmer through fellowship
Grow deeper through discipleship
Grow stronger through worship
Grow broader through ministry
Grow larger through evangelism

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 7, 2022

Title: The Need for Church
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series: “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection”. The focus of this final sermon is on the Need for Church.

NOTE: Sometimes, the church is referred to as “Church” and sometimes it is referred to as the “church”. There is a difference! Pastor Jarrett will explain and dissect that this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:1-6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

VISIBLE CHURCH (with a little “c”)

Is every member of the church valued and important?
Is it possible to be a member of the Invisible Church and not a visible church? Yes, BUT Pastor Jarrett doesn’t recommend it. (Hebrews 10:24-25)
Does the Holy Spirit still speak to Christians today? (John 16:7-8; Ephesians 1:13-14)
What is our hope? How can we keep that hope forever? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that the disciples endured the unimaginable, but they still had hope – they had faith.

NOTE: If you are not connected to a visible church, get connected NOW! Don’t wait.

BOTTOM LINE: What is the church?

Pastor Jarrett rapid-fires through these Scriptures:
Ephesians 1:22-23; Ephesians 4:15-5:23; Ephesians 2:20; Ephesians 5:23-27; Ephesians 4:11-16; Ephesians 5:25; Ephesians 2:21-22; Ephesians 4:15; Ephesians 3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 6, 2022

Title: The Need for Church
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series: “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection”. The focus of this final sermon is on the Need for Church.

NOTE: Sometimes, the church is referred to as “Church” and sometimes it is referred to as the “church”. There is a difference! Pastor Jarrett will explain and dissect that this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:1-6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

VISIBLE CHURCH (with a little “c”)

Do we have to be “perfect” and have our life together before we come to Jesus? HINT: No – because we can NEVER be perfect!

What does “unity” mean? Why is unity important to Jesus? (John 17:11)

What should our unity in the church reflect? Every church is different, just like people. How do we know which church is “right”? Why does the world view people and the church as hypocritical? Pastor Jarrett says this is a tough one as he discusses our witness to the world…

How is the church like the Body of Christ? (1 Corinthians 12:12-20,27)

Is every member of the church valued and important? Is it possible to be a member of the Invisible Church and not a visible church? Yes, BUT Pastor Jarrett doesn’t recommend it…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 5, 2022

Title: The Need for Church
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series: “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection”. The focus of this final sermon is on the Need for Church.

NOTE: Sometimes, the church is referred to as “Church” and sometimes it is referred to as the “church”. There is a difference! Pastor Jarrett will explain and dissect that this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:1-6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Wayne Grudem wrote in his book, “Christian Beliefs”: “…the community of all true believers for all time. That is, the Church is made up of all men and women who have been, are, or ever will be true believers in Jesus.”

So, what is the Church? Pastor Jarrett discusses the visible church and the invisible Church.

VISIBLE CHURCH (with a little “c”)
Is it really important for Christians to go to church regularly?
Cyprian once stated: “No one can have God for his Father who does not have the Church for his mother.”
What three types of homes do we need?
Pastor Jarrett discusses why he believes the book of Ephesians is a great example of what a church should be like. Is every church different, just like people? How do we know which church is “right”?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 4, 2022

Title: The Need for Church
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the series: “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection”. The focus of this final sermon is on the Need for Church.

NOTE: Sometimes, the church is referred to as “Church” and sometimes it is referred to as the “church”. There is a difference! Pastor Jarrett will explain and dissect that this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:1-6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What do you think of when you hear about the Church? Do you have good or bad memories? Pastor Jarrett reminisces about his dad’s old station wagon, fun times at youth camp, the first sermon he ever preached, his marriage, and dedicating his kids to the Lord…

How are churches different than a business, organization, or anything else?

How does the Bible describe the Church? What did Jesus say about the Church? (Matthew 16:13-18)

Wayne Grudem wrote in his book, “Christian Beliefs”: …the community of all true believers for all time. That is, the Church is made up of all men and women who have been, are, or ever will be true believers in Jesus.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 1, 2022

Title: Act Like Men
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the importance of a father.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day 2022.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BE STRONG
Does this mean Christian men must be physically strong?
Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Scripture is filled with commands to be strong and courageous.

APPLICATION: How can we help lift up men?
Pray for him. Pray for him. Pray for him.
Pull for him. Be in his corner. Cheer for him.
Pick him up. Be a helping hand. Be an encourager.
Push him forward, but don’t nag him!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 30, 2022

Title: Act Like Men
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the importance of a father.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day 2022.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

STAND FIRM IN YOUR FAITH
Did Paul write about this in other Scripture passages? (1 Corinthians 15:58; Ephesians 6:10-18)
Why do we stand up when someone important walks into the room?
What does “standing” communicate?
Will standing in our own strength ever work out well? HINT: No.
How can we know that we are growing in our faith? Pastor Jarrett shares several signs that we are growing spiritually.

ACT LIKE MEN
Pastor Jarrett sums it up like this: “Grow up.”
What does being a better man look like?
Do you make time for things that are important to you? Why not the Bible and God? (Hebrews 5:12-14)
Is it important for Christian men to have good friendships with other Christian men?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 29, 2022

Title: Act Like Men
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the importance of a father.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day 2022.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BE WATCHFUL
What does “watchful” mean?
Is our enemy really ready to pounce at any time? (1 Peter 5:8)
Is Satan all-knowing like God is? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God has Satan on leash!
What does “war” mean? Pastor Jarrett shares about preparing for his first sermon at the age of 17.
Why is it important to always keep on the full armor of God? Pastor Jarrett shares a great story about his brief career as a football player in high school.

STAND FIRM IN YOUR FAITH
Did Paul write about this in other Scripture passages? (1 Corinthians 15:58; Ephesians 6:10-18)
Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more on this…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 28, 2022

Title: Act Like Men
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the importance of a father.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day 2022.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can we (men and women alike) continue to stand firm in our faith?

How can we be sure that we are following in obedience to God’s plan?

Why do the writers of the Bible compare the Christian life to war? (2 Corinthians 10:3-4; 2i Timothy 2:3-4; Philippians 2:25; Philemon 1:2)

Are Christians really battling a spiritual war every day? (Ephesians 6:11-12) Pastor Jarrett quotes E.M. Bounds and adds this: “We have to prepare ourselves mentally for what we are dealing with in the spiritual realm so we can have victory in the physical realm.”

Do you see yourself as a soldier? This is mainly targeted toward men, as the leader of the family, but it applies to every Christian, as well. (1 Peter 2:4)

BE WATCHFUL
What does “watchful” mean?
Is our enemy really ready to pounce at any time? (1 Peter 5:8)
Is Satan all-knowing like God is?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 27, 2022

Title: Act Like Men
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the importance of a father.

NOTE: This sermon was preached on Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day 2022.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the first step to becoming a better father? Pastor Jarrett quotes E.M. Bounds, a Methodist minister and author of “Power Through Prayer.” The quote, in part, is: “The church is looking for better methods. God is looking for better men.”

Why did Paul write: “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong”? Pastor Jarrett explains the context behind this verse and also shares Charles Swindoll’s interpretation as well.

Do you truly believe that we are in a war between good and evil? Can many of the problems we see in the world today trace back to absent fathers? Pastor Jarrett shares some sad statistics. (Click the link above and fast-forward to the 42-minute mark to view all the results.)

How can we (men and women alike) continue to stand firm in our faith? Pastor Jarrett gives a little tease about the sermon series CFBC will be starting in the Fall….

Scripture References: 1 Peter 5:8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 24, 2022

Title: The Most Important Relationship
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the most important relationship you will ever have: your relationship with God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Colossians 2:6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Rick Warren, author of “The Purpose-Driven Life”, wrote: “Spiritual growth is not automatic. It takes an intentional commitment. You must want to grow, decide to grow, make an effort to grow, and persist in growing. Discipleship – the process of becoming like Christ – always begins with a decision.”

GROWING IN CHRIST: Give Yourself to God’s Word.
What is a “surrendered spirit”? How is a surrendered spirit the critical link between growth as a believer and obedience?
How many meals do you eat each day to keep your physical body healthy? Do you snack every day, too? Why not do the same for your spiritual body???
When is the best time to start studying the Bible? HINT: NOW!

GROWING IN CHRIST: Give Yourself to God’s Church.
Pastor Jarrett shares about the camp he and his family go to every year…
Why is it imperative for ALL Christians to be part of a Bible-believing church? Pastor Jarrett shares some great reasons…

Scripture References: Hebrews 10:24-25


APPLICATION:
Are you in a relationship with the Lord?
Are you giving yourself to God’s Word?
Are you giving yourself to God’s Church?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 23, 2022

Title: The Most Important Relationship
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the most important relationship you will ever have: your relationship with God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Colossians 2:6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

GROWING IN CHRIST: Give Yourself to God’s Word.

Pastor Jarrett shares how he personally studies the Bible.

Why is it important to set a specific time and place to have a devotion with God?

Are you wearing the Full Armor of God every day?

Why is it also important to slow down and not rush through your devotion time?

Pastor Jarrett shares about his “Hour of Power”. Each day, he reads the Proverb of the day, some of the Psalms, an Old Testament chapter, and one New Testament chapter. He also gives some pointers on how to remember Scripture, pray, and study each day:
Day #1 – Promises to Claim
Day #2 – Sins to Avoid
Day #3 – Commands to Obey
Day #4 – Examples to Follow
Day #5 – Blessings to Enjoy
Day #6 – Teachings to Learn
Day #7 – Review

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 22, 2022

Title: The Most Important Relationship
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the most important relationship you will ever have: your relationship with God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Colossians 2:6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the “secret” to spiritual growth? Pastor Jarrett says: “The secret to growing in our walk with Christ is by putting our mind on our identity”, using a great illustration to explain this statement. (Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 47-minute mark.)

When we become a Christian, will we automatically stop sinning?

What happens when who we are and what we do aren’t lining up with God’s Word? How can we “fix” it?

Do you want to spend time with God? What could you do to spend more time with God? What WILL you do to spend more time with God?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more about the importance of reading God’s Word every day.

Scripture References: Romans 7; Galatians 5; John 10:10; Romans 8:1

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 21, 2022

Title: The Most Important Relationship
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the most important relationship you will ever have: your relationship with God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Colossians 2:6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does God seek US? Why does God initiate a relationship with US? Pastor Jarrett reviews the Three Circles that he demonstrated in last week’s sermon. (Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 38-minute mark.)

Does every human being have a soul? OR does every soul occupy a human being?

What is sin? How does sin lead to brokenness? What is the only way that sin can be canceled?

Why is it important for Christians to continually grow and mature in our faith?

How is possible to receive Christ into our hearts? Pastor Jarrett discusses two things: humility and faith.

Scripture References: Colossians 1:21-22; John 1:12; 1 Peter 2:2; Philippians 2:12b-13

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 20, 2022

Title: The Most Important Relationship
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on the most important relationship you will ever have: your relationship with God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Colossians 2:6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How does our relationship with God affect every other relationship we have?

Does God still speak to us today?

If God is the Spirit, how can we possibly have a relationship with Him? Pastor Jarrett says this: “If we want a relationship with God, who is Spirit, it comes by knowing his Son, Jesus who is God the Spirit, in the flesh.”

What was the city of Colossians like when Paul wrote this passage? Who lived there? What were the leaders doing that Paul disagreed with?

Scripture References: Exodus 33:11a; Colossians 1:15-20; John 1:14; John 6:44a

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 17, 2022

Title: Influencing the Lost
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with an honest sermon about sharing the love of Jesus with those who are lost – those who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can one Christian and another Christian and another Christian and another Christian have an affect on just one person?

Who can you pray for? Just choose one person. Ask God to show you how you can serve that person. Ask God to bring other Christians into their life to love on them and bless them. Pray for that person every single day.

Pastor Jarrett shares a new plan for Sunday evenings starting in the Fall. You don’t have to be a member of CFBC to do this! It’s a great a idea! Listen in.

Book Reference: “BLESS: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change Your World”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 16, 2022

Title: Influencing the Lost
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with an honest sermon about sharing the love of Jesus with those who are lost – those who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Questions/Issues Discussed:

TRUTH: You are the salt of the earth.

Why did Jesus call Christ-followers “salt of the earth”?

Pastor Jarrett says: “A sure sign that something has gone wrong is when we are not being agents of change to the decaying culture around us.” He also shares a sweet and funny story about their dog, Rocket.

Does “you” just mean an individual person – or does “you” mean “you all”? Pastor Jarrett says it’s BOTH!

How can one Christian and another Christian and another Christian and another Christian have an affect one just one person?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 15, 2022

Title: Influencing the Lost
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with an honest sermon about sharing the love of Jesus with those who are lost – those who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How does a person become a citizen of the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett shares the “three circles”. (Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 50-minute mark.)

Why do we try to fix “brokenness” on our own? What is the end result every single time? What is the answer every single time?

What happens immediately when we put our faith and trust in God?

Who are you? Are you living a life for Christ? Pastor Jarrett says this: “Who we are should affect how we live… What God has done in us changes everything.”

Why did Jesus call Christ-followers “salt of the earth”?

Scripture References: Colossians 1:13

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 14, 2022

Title: Influencing the Lost
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with an honest sermon about sharing the love of Jesus with those who are lost – those who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why don’t people share about Jesus more often? Pastor Jarrett discusses a few of the fears people have…

When did Jesus preach the Sermon on the Mount? Why did he preach this specific sermon? What can we learn from the sermon?

Before we preach to others and share the love of Jesus with those around us, Pastor Jarrett urges us all to examine this: Are you sure you have been found? Are you sure that you are a citizen of the Kingdom of God?

How does a person become a citizen of the Kingdom of God? Pastor Jarrett will continue to share about the “three circles” in tomorrow’s segment. (Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 50-minute mark.)

Scripture References: Matthew 4:17-23; Mark 1:14

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 13, 2022

Title: Influencing the Lost
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with an honest sermon about sharing the love of Jesus with those who are lost – those who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 5:13-16

Questions/Issues Discussed:

At the beginning of the year, Pastor Jarrett challenged each CFBC staff member to fill an empty frame with a special person. Who was the person? Why did he make this challenge? Pastor Jarrett shares one of the amazing stories… (Click on the link above and fast-forward to the 36-minute mark to view the short video story.)

Who can YOU share Jesus with TODAY? Pray about it! Never stop praying about it! Pastor Jarrett points out that this is our “job”, after all! He also reminds us that God CHOOSES to partner with US to accomplish His divine purposes. How cool is that?

How many Christians do you think share their faith on a regular basis? How many Christians have shared the faith just ONE time? Pastor Jarrett shares some shocking statistics…

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 3:9; 2 Corinthians 5:20a; Matthew 28; Acts 1:8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

 For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 3, 2022

Title: A Lasting Legacy
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on Biblical parenting and raising the next generation.

NOTE: Just like last week, when he preached on marriage, Pastor Jarrett urges everyone to listen to the sermon segments this week. It doesn’t matter if you have kids, don’t have kids, your kids are grown, or whether you are single or married. Everyone can benefit from the message this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 127

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHO IS RAISING YOUR CHILDREN? (vs 3-5)
Does prayer really make a difference?
Does our example really make a difference?
It’s a hard thing to do, but letting go is part of the process. Pastor Jarrett urges parents to raise their children to change the world for Christ. He tells a story about missionary Jim Elliot, who wrote: “Remember how the Psalmist described children? He said that they were a heritage from the Lord, and that every man should be happy who had his quiver full of them. And what is a quiver full of arrows? And what are arrows for but to shoot?” (Listen to the segment for the full quote)

APPLICATION:
Who is building your home?
Who is raising your children?
Do it all for the glory of God.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 2, 2022

Title: A Lasting Legacy
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on Biblical parenting and raising the next generation.

NOTE: Just like last week, when he preached on marriage, Pastor Jarrett urges everyone to listen to the sermon segments this week. It doesn’t matter if you have kids, don’t have kids, your kids are grown, or whether you are single or married. Everyone can benefit from the message this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 127

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHO IS RAISING YOUR CHILDREN? (vs 3-5)

What is the best parenting advice Pastor Jarrett ever received?

How do children spell love? TIME! Pastor Jarrett shares how Jewish families would recite Psalm 127 over their children as a prayer for their future.

Why is it important to teach our children about the Lord every single day? Pastor Jarrett offers some great suggestions on how parents can do this and says: “If we don’t disciple our children, their friends and Google will.”

Should parents really set boundaries for their kids? Josh McDowell once said: “Rules without relationship leads to relational disconnect, which prompts rebellion.”

Does prayer really make a difference?

Does our example really make a difference?


Scripture References: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; 2 Timothy 4:7

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 1, 2022

Title: A Lasting Legacy
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on Biblical parenting and raising the next generation.

NOTE: Just like last week, when he preached on marriage, Pastor Jarrett urges everyone to listen to the sermon segments this week. It doesn’t matter if you have kids, don’t have kids, your kids are grown, or whether you are single or married. Everyone can benefit from the message this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 127

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHO IS BUILDING YOUR HOME? (vs 1-2)
Are you too busy building your home around your career?
Are you too busy building your home around your kids extracurricular activities?
Why do we need God’s protection over our family? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that Satan went after families first – and he still does today.
Will God only protect us if invited? Pastor Jarrett offers an interesting perspective on this…

Scripture References: Psalm 121:3-4

WHO IS RAISING YOUR CHILDREN? (vs 3-5)
What does “heritage” mean in this passage?
Do your kids truly know that they are gifts to you – a blessing?
Charles Spurgeon once said: “He gives children, not as a penalty nor as a burden, but as a favour…Where society is rightly ordered children are regarded, not as an encumbrance, but as an inheritance. And they are received, not with regret, but as a reward.”
Why did Solomon compare children to arrows? NOTE: Pastor Jarrett will be preaching on the “arrows” for the rest of the segments this week…

What is the best parenting advice Pastor Jarrett ever received?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 31, 2022

Title: A Lasting Legacy
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on Biblical parenting and raising the next generation.

NOTE: Just like last week, when he preached on marriage, Pastor Jarrett urges everyone to listen to the sermon segments this week. It doesn’t matter if you have kids, don’t have kids, your kids are grown, or whether you are single or married. Everyone can benefit from the message this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 127

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are the Psalms of Ascent (Psalm 120-134) and why were they written? This is really interesting!

WHO IS BUILDING YOUR HOME? (vs 1-2)
Do you know Jesus in a personal way?
Is God really in charge of your home? Pastor Jarrett urges us all to really examine this question…
Who was Solomon, the author of Psalm 127?
What will your family legacy be?
What does the word “vain” mean? Why is this significant in this Psalm?
Why is our family foundation important? Does it really have to be “solid”? Pastor Jarrett shares a lesson he learned from his father, who is a brick-mason and carpenter.
Are you too busy building your home around your career?
Are you too busy building your home around your kids extracurricular activities?

Scripture References: Matthew 7:24-27

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 30, 2022

Title: A Lasting Legacy
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on Biblical parenting and raising the next generation.

NOTE: Just like last week, when he preached on marriage, Pastor Jarrett urges everyone to listen to the sermon segments this week. It doesn’t matter if you have kids, don’t have kids, your kids are grown, or whether you are single or married. Everyone can benefit from the message this week.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 127

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are some great theories on parenting? Is there a “perfect” theory? How does the Bible approach and teach on parenting?

Why should we stop focusing on our past mistakes, especially when it comes to parenting?

Pastor Jarrett briefly discusses this quote from Pastor Larry Osborne from his book, “Ten Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe”. Chapter Three is entitled “A Godly Home Guarantees Godly Kids”. He wrote: “Every son and daughter of Adam is a born with a sin nature. Sometimes it gets the upper hand. When it does, it’s not someone else’s fault – not even Mom or Dad’s.”

What are the Psalms of Ascent (Psalm 120-134) and why were they written? This is really interesting! Pastor Jarrett will continue his discussion on this tomorrow.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 27, 2022

Title: A Better Marriage
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on building a better marriage.

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett is well aware that many people did not grow up in a loving, 2-parent household. He is also aware that many people are single, divorced, or widowed and may not have fond memories of marriage. However, he does encourage everyone to listen to this sermon because the marriage relationship is modeled after our relationship with Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-25; Ephesians 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Satan attack the family with a fierce fist?

HOW TO BUILD A BETTER MARRIAGE:
PRAY. It may seem obvious, but it is absolutely the best way to protect and grow your marriage.
GIVE GRACE. Pastor Jarrett says: “You didn’t marry Jesus. And you’re not Jesus.” So true!
TRUST GOD’S WORD. God will never lead us astray. Study the Word with your spouse.

Scripture References: Ephesians 5:18-33

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 26, 2022

Title: A Better Marriage
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on building a better marriage.

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett is well aware that many people did not grow up in a loving, 2-parent household. He is also aware that many people are single, divorced, or widowed and may not have fond memories of marriage. However, he does encourage everyone to listen to this sermon because the marriage relationship is modeled after our relationship with Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-25; Ephesians 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BUILDING A BETTER MARRIAGE: Companionship (Emotion)
What does intimacy mean?
Pastor Jarrett offers some great encouragement (and a little humor) while referencing the books, “Married and How to Stay that Way” by Steve Carr and “The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work” by John M. Gottman and Nan Silver.
What is spiritual companionship?
What is verbal companionship?
What is emotional companionship?
What is recreational companionship?
What is parental companionship?
What is sexual companionship?

Pastor Jarrett shares a sweet picture of his grandparents on their 50th Wedding Anniversary. (fast-forward to the 1 hour and 9-minute mark)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 25, 2022

Title: A Better Marriage
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on building a better marriage.

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett is well aware that many people did not grow up in a loving, 2-parent household. He is also aware that many people are single, divorced, or widowed and may not have fond memories of marriage. However, he does encourage everyone to listen to this sermon because the marriage relationship is modeled after our relationship with Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-25; Ephesians 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Lee and Leslie Parrott: “God promises faithfulness to them. And that helps couples keep faith. God’s covenantal faithfulness embodied in our partner makes a home for our restless hearts… Without faithfulness and the trust it engenders, marriage would have no hope of enduring.” (Listen to the segment for the full quote. It’s great!)

BUILDING A BETTER MARRIAGE: Covenant (Will)

What is the Biblical Worldview of marriage?

How can a marriage stay strong? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that God is a covenant-keeping God. Follow His example.

When a couple gets married, why should they forget all previous romantic relationships?

How can social media affect a marriage? Pastor Jarrett shares a shocking statistic…

What did Jesus say about marriage?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches about the third pillar: Companionship.

Scripture References: Deuteronomy 7:9; Matthew 9:3

For more details about em>Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 24, 2022

Title: A Better Marriage
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on building a better marriage.

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett is well aware that many people did not grow up in a loving, 2-parent household. He is also aware that many people are single, divorced, or widowed and may not have fond memories of marriage. However, he does encourage everyone to listen to this sermon because the marriage relationship is modeled after our relationship with Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-25; Ephesians 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BUILDING A BETTER MARRIAGE: Complementary (Mind)
If men and women are created equal in the eyes of God, why are we so different? Pastor Jarrett uses The Trinity to explain…
Why is it important to be careful who we marry?
What is the ultimate purpose of marriage?
How did God prepare Adam for marriage?
Should couples celebrate their differences rather than try to squash them?

Scripture References: Genesis 1:27

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 23, 2022

Title: A Better Marriage
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the new series “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection” with a sermon on building a better marriage.

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett is well aware that many people did not grow up in a loving, 2-parent household. He is also aware that many people are single, divorced, or widowed and may not have fond memories of marriage. However, he does encourage everyone to listen to this sermon because the marriage relationship is modeled after our relationship with Christ.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Genesis 2:15-25; Ephesians 5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the foundation for a marriage?

How can a marriage be successful?

Why should we model marriage after Christ’s love for us?

BUILDING A BETTER MARRIAGE: Complementary (Mind)
What does “complementary” mean in regards to marriage?
Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues with this thought…

Scripture References: Matthew 7; 1 Corinthians 13

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 20, 2022

Title: The Model Mom
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 8-week sermon series entitled “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection.” The focus this week is all about mothers (the sermon is from Mother’s Day).

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 1-2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett passionately discusses the possibility that Roe v Wade will be overturned in America (with the decision about abortion left to individual states). He says: “We have an obligation as Christians to always fight for life. This is not a time to gloat, but to step up like never before.”

He also mentions that CareNet (a local Houston pro-life pregnancy center) is looking for a RN. Email LauraMartinez@carenetnw.com or call 281.444.8036 for more information.

Pastor Jarrett also reminds us that we ALL have sin in our lives. If you have had an abortion, or you are the male partner of a woman who has had an abortion, contact the H3 Helpline here or call 1.866.721.7881. The phone call is completely confidential. There IS healing in Jesus’ name!

Back to the Sermon: After she finally became pregnant, how did Hannah keep her word to the Lord? Did Hannah have more kids? Did her son, Samuel, become a prophet of the Lord?

APPLICATION: If you want a genuine connection to your kids, connect with God first. Then, make sure your kids know and love Him, too. Just like a puzzle, all the pieces will come together.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 19, 2022

Title: The Model Mom
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 8-week sermon series entitled “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection.” The focus this week is all about mothers (the sermon is from Mother’s Day).

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 1-2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Pastor Jarrett love the hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”? He reads the words from this hymn…

How did God change Hannah’s outlook on life? Had her circumstances changed? Heath Thomas once said: “The order of events is not empty! Hannah found joy and deep faith as she found her deepest needs met in God. Faith-filled Hannah found a source of joy and security greater than her hope of sons: God himself!”

Pastor Jarrett uses the rest of this segment today to talk about the “moms” in his life. He also passionately discusses the possibility that Roe v Wade will be overturned in America (with the decision about abortion laws left to individual states). He says: “We have an obligation as Christians to always fight for life. This is not a time to gloat, but to step up like never before.”

Scripture References: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 139; Genesis 1

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 18, 2022

Title: The Model Mom
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 8-week sermon series entitled “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection.” The focus this week is all about mothers (the sermon is from Mother’s Day).

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 1-2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was happening in the Church during this time? Were the leaders (men) behaving in a godly manner?

Why did Hannah continue to stick by her husband year after year? Why did she continue to pray and worship God through her sadness and pain?

MOMS: How is your desire to know God? What would your children say is your motivation in life?

Why did Hannah pray to God, committing her son to the Lord when she wasn’t pregnant?

Why does Pastor Jarrett love the hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”? He reads the words from this hymn…

Scripture References: Philippians 4:6-7

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 17, 2022

Title: The Model Mom
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 8-week sermon series entitled “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection.” The focus this week is all about mothers (the sermon is from Mother’s Day).

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 1-2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Hannah? What do we know about her from Scripture? What did her husband do when he found out she couldn’t have children? Did she feel as if God had abandoned her? How long did Hannah feel this way? What did her husband say to her as she grieved? (Guys – take note here! This is what NOT to say to your wife when she is sad!)

Why does God open some women’s wombs and close some? Pastor Jarrett doesn’t have a good answer for this. The question grieves him. He reminds us that God does see our pain and He does hear our prayers.

How was Hannah able to have faith and worship God through her sadness?

What was happening in the Church during this time? Were the leaders (men) behaving in a godly manner? Would it have been easy for Hannah (or anyone) to just turn their back on God and give up?

Scripture References: Judges 21:25

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 16, 2022

Title: The Model Mom
Topic: FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new 8-week sermon series entitled “FaceTime: Cultivating Genuine Connection.” The focus this week is all about mothers (the sermon is from Mother’s Day).

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 1-2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can social media affect motherhood (or any relationship)?

Why are mothers so important to us? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that no matter how old we are, our mom (and dad!) will always be important to us. He uses a puzzle as an illustration…

What is a “model mom”? Pastor Jarrett says: “The model mom has a desire to know God and raises her children to know and love Him.”

What does a model mom “not” look like?

Who was Hannah? What do we know about her from Scripture? What did her husband do when he found out she couldn’t have children? Did she feel as if God had abandoned her? Pastor Jarrett will continue reading her story tomorrow…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 13, 2022

Title: Shipwrecks, Snakebites, and Salvations
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the Acts Forward sermon series this week. He hopes that you have gained three things: devotion to the church, desperation for God, and dedication to take the Gospel to others.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 27-28

Questions/Issues Discussed:

LESSON #4 FROM ACTS: Sharing the love of Jesus vocally and showing the love of Jesus tangibly helps change the world.
Pastor Jarrett reminds us that mission work doesn’t necessarily mean a trip across the world. Mission work is everywhere! He also shares about a strip center he has been praying over because he believes CFBC could use the space for mission work…

LESSON #5 FROM ACTS: Keep the main thing – the Gospel – the main thing.
How does the Gospel keep us banded together?
How can we use our differences to make our church and the Kingdom better?

LESSON #6 FROM ACTS: Be aggressive in spreading the message of the Gospel.
Why was Paul so aggressive when he preached? Why wasn’t he afraid of the consequences?
Why should we support mission work financially? Pastor Jarrett shares a story about flying over Romania…

NEW APP: Pray.com

LESSON #7 FROM ACTS: Friendships with people and faithfulness to Jesus are what matters most in life. (Acts 20:24; 2 Timoth 4:7)
Who are your people? You don’t need a bunch! But you need someone to walk this Christian life with.

APPLICATION:
Keep going forward in the name of Jesus for the souls of men and for the glory of God.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 12, 2022

Title: Shipwrecks, Snakebites, and Salvations
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the Acts Forward sermon series this week. He hopes that you have gained three things: devotion to the church, desperation for God, and dedication to take the Gospel to others.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 27-28

Questions/Issues Discussed:

LESSON #1 FROM ACTS: God uses ordinary people filled with the Holy Spirit to accomplish his purposes.
Pastor Jarrett shares a quote from a speaker at a conference he recently attended (he doesn’t mention the name): “Never think you are great! You are not great. The gift God has given you is great. It’s very true. Never get over the fact that God chooses to use you!”

LESSON #2 FROM ACTS: Persecution, suffering, and trying times are a normal part of the Christian journey. (John 16:33)
Remember:
God uses these times to stretch our faith and create dependance on Him.
God uses these times to advance the Gospel.
God uses these times to teach us and conform us to Christ.
God uses these times to grow our prayer life and encourage others who are following us and looking to us.

LESSON #3 FROM ACTS: The Church is worth giving your life to. (Acts 2:42-47)
Why is it important to belong to a local church? Pastor Jarrett says: “The local church is home base for missions around the world. It should be part of the foundation for a godly marriage and helping you to raise godly children.”

LESSON #4 FROM ACTS: Sharing the love of Jesus vocally and showing the love of Jesus tangibly helps change the world.
Why should we be involved in mission work? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that mission work doesn’t necessarily mean a trip across the world. Mission work is everywhere! He also shares about a strip center he has been praying over because he believes CFBC could use the space for mission work…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 11, 2022

Title: Shipwrecks, Snakebites, and Salvations
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the Acts Forward sermon series this week. He hopes that you have gained three things: devotion to the church, desperation for God, and dedication to take the Gospel to others.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 27-28

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Paul finally got to Rome after being in Malta for three months after the shipwreck. He was looking forward to seeing the people of the church. But what actually happened, though, when he got to Rome? When was he finally able to see his friends from the church? (Acts 28:16-17a)

Paul never shied away from sharing the Gospel, no matter the cost. Did he do the same in Rome? Was he hopeful that the people would receive the Gospel? (Acts 28:24-28)

Pastor Jarrett passionately discusses the two types of people in the pews at churches across the world: those that receive the Gospel and those that reject it. He wrote this in his Bible: “A prayer for Champion Fores: Lord, that we would never hear and NOT understand or see and NOT perceive. Don’t ever let our hearts grow dull.”

Why does the Book of Acts end so abruptly? Does it end with the same message that it began with? (Acts 1:8; Acts 28:30-31)

Is there a written record of what Paul did after he left Rome? Pastor Jarrett shares some of the theories and the fact that Paul was ultimately beheaded by Emperor Nero.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues to share lessons we learn from the Book of Acts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 10, 2022

Title: Shipwrecks, Snakebites, and Salvations
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the Acts Forward sermon series this week. He hopes that you have gained three things: devotion to the church, desperation for God, and dedication to take the Gospel to others.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 27-28

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Paul was not a sailor or experienced with ship knowledge, but he somehow knew the journey to Rome via ship would be dangerous. How did he know? Was he right? (Acts 27:9b-10; Acts 27:14-15; 2 Corinthians 11:25; Acts 27:18-20)

Why did God send an angel to Paul with a specific message? What was the message? (Acts 27:21-26)

Did the people take heed to the message Paul was given from God through the angel? Did they survive? What happened to the ship? Where did the people go when they abandoned the ship? Did the natives welcome them? (Acts 28:1-2)

What’s the deal with a viper biting Paul? How did Paul react to the viper biting him? What did the natives think of Paul surviving the snake bite? (Acts 28:3-6)

How long did Paul stay in Malta? Did he heal people while he was there?

Did Paul finally get to Rome? Was he looking forward to seeing the people of the church? What actually happened, though, when he got to Rome?

Website Reference: Operation World

For more details about em>Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 9, 2022

Title: Shipwrecks, Snakebites, and Salvations
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes the Acts Forward sermon series this week. He hopes that you have gained three things: devotion to the church, desperation for God, and dedication to take the Gospel to others.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 27-28

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett offers a short review from last week – Paul’s defense of his faith.
Why was Paul put in prison?
Why did he want to go to Rome?
What was Paul’s appeal to Caesar? (Acts 25:12b)

What is the significance of the centurion guard, Julius, allowing friends to accompany Paul to Rome? (Acts 27:1-3)

Was the journey on the ship dangerous? How did Paul know this? (Acts 27:9b-10; Acts 27:14-15; 2 Corinthians 11:25) Pastor Jarrett shares a story about a Disney Cruise…

Was Paul right about the weather? How bad did it get? (Acts 27:18-20)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 6, 2022

Title: A Ready Defense
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Why did Paul always – always – preach the Gospel, no matter the cost?

Last week during his Easter Sermon, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shared four reasons to believe in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. This week, he continues in the Acts Forward Series with the same theme: having a ready defense of the Gospel.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 22-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

INQUISITION FOUR:
What were the religious leaders in Rome accusing Paul of?

Side Note: Why did Paul always write about the “crucifixion” of Jesus and not the “death” of Jesus? (1 Corinthians 1:23)

INQUISITION FIVE:
What was Paul’s fifth and final response in defense of his faith? (Acts 26:24-32)
How did King Agrippa respond to Paul’s testimony?

Like Paul, be ready with this defense:
What was your life like before Christ?
How did you meet Jesus?
How has your life changed since meeting Jesus?

APPLICATION:
Be prepared. (1 Peter 3:15)
Be faithful. Trust and entrust.
Be thankful. Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “We know the end of the story. Paul didn’t…We don’t have to have it all figured out.”

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 5, 2022

Title: A Ready Defense
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Why did Paul always – always – preach the Gospel, no matter the cost?

Last week during his Easter Sermon, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shared four reasons to believe in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. This week, he continues in the Acts Forward Series with the same theme: having a ready defense of the Gospel.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 22-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever felt that God wasn’t answering your prayers? Have you ever wondered that you did something wrong to make God angry with you?

INQUISITION THREE:
Do you think that Paul ever felt alone – like God had abandoned him?
Was God actually doing an amazing work in Paul’s life during his time in prison?
Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “He is purifying your faith, which the Scripture says is the most important thing to conform you to the image of Christ. And sometime that can’t happen apart from any other way than waiting on him…Waiting time is not wasted time.”
When Felix left Rome, a man named Festus took his place. Why did he travel to Jerusalem and what did the religious leaders ask him to do? What was Festus’ response to the religious leaders? (Acts 25:3-5)

INQUISITION FOUR:
What were the religious leaders accusing Paul of?
Why did Festus ask Paul to come face his accusers?
What was Paul’s response in defense of his faith? (Acts 25:11-12)
How did Festus respond?
Who was Herod Agrippa?
What were the religious leaders in Rome accusing Paul of?
Tune in tomorrow to hear Paul’s response in defense of his faith.

Tune in tomorrow for Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ application for this sermon and his invitation to trust and believe in Jesus. NOTE: You don’t have to wait until tomorrow. If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 4, 2022

Title: A Ready Defense
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Why did Paul always – always – preach the Gospel, no matter the cost?

Last week during his Easter Sermon, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shared four reasons to believe in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. This week, he continues in the Acts Forward Series with the same theme: having a ready defense of the Gospel.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 22-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

INQUISITION TWO:
DISCUSSED ON TUESDAY:
Paul was a Roman citizen. Therefore, was it illegal to beat him? (Acts 22:30b)
Who was Lysias? Why did he take Paul to the Sanhedrin?
Who were they and what was their purpose?
Why does Pastor Jarrett call Paul’s response to the Sanhedrin “genius”? (Acts 23:6)

TODAY
How and why did Paul cause such an uproar?
What did the Sanhedrin do with Paul? (Acts 23:7-10)

INQUISITION THREE:
Who was Felix? Why did Lysias send a letter to him with Paul (who was still a prisoner)?
Who was Tertullus? What did he accuse Paul of? (Acts 24:1-9)
What was Paul’s response in defense of his faith? (Acts 24:13-15)
Why did Paul switch gears and go on the OFFENSE when addressing Felix about his true intentions when he was in Jerusalem? (Acts 24:17-21)
What was Felix’s decision? How long did he keep Paul in prison? Did Paul preach to Felix and his wife during this time? (Acts 24:24-26)

Have you ever felt alone? Have you even felt that God wasn’t answering your prayers? Have you ever wondered that you did something wrong to make God angry with you?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 3, 2022

Title: A Ready Defense
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Why did Paul always – always – preach the Gospel, no matter the cost?

Last week during his Easter Sermon, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shared four reasons to believe in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. This week, he continues in the Acts Forward Series with the same theme: having a ready defense of the Gospel.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 22-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

INQUISITION ONE:

DISCUSSED ON MONDAY:
What was Paul being accused of? (Acts 21:27-28)
Was this accusation true? (Acts 21:29)
What was the reality? Why did they really “hate” Paul?

TODAY:
What was Paul’s defense? (Acts 22:3-8)
Before Pastor Jarrett shares his own testimony, he says: “The best defense you have is your testimony.”
When did the crowd stop listening to Paul’s message and take him to the Roman Tribune? (Acts 22:21-22)
Who was the Roman Tribune? What was their purpose?

INQUISITION TWO:
Paul was a Roman citizen. Therefore, was it illegal to beat him? (Acts 22:30b)
Who was Lysias? Why did he take Paul to the Sanhedrin?
Who were the Sanhedrin and what was their purpose?
Why does Pastor Jarrett call Paul’s response to the Sanhedrin “genius”? (Acts 23:6)
How and why did Paul cause such an uproar?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 2, 2022

Title: A Ready Defense
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Why did Paul always – always – preach the Gospel, no matter the cost?

Last week during his Easter Sermon, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shared four reasons to believe in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. This week, he continues in the Acts Forward Series with the same theme: having a ready defense of the Gospel.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here. 

Scripture Passage: Acts 22-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett offers a short review of the last few weeks before Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday:
Where had Paul been?
Why did he ask for offerings?
Why did Paul believe Rome and the people were so important for the Kingdom of God? (Romans 15:22-33)
Where did Paul immediately go when he arrived in Jerusalem?
Why did nearly everyone in Jerusalem want Paul dead?

INQUISITION ONE: What does “inquisition” mean?
What was Paul being accused of? (Acts 21:27-28)
Was this accusation true? (Acts 21:29)
What was the reality? Why did they really “hate” Paul?
What was Paul’s defense? (Acts 22:3-8)

More on this tomorrow!


Pastor Jarrett says: “The best defense you have is your testimony.”

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 29, 2022

Title: Why I Believe
Topic: Easter

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

The story of Easter is “Jesus is Alive!” Amen! Please enjoy Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Easter sermon as he gives four reasons why he personally believes in the resurrection of Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24

Questions/Issues Discussed:

NOTE: In this segment today, Pastor Jarrett shares two very personal stories (one about sexual abuse and one about child loss) that may be hard for some to hear.

WHY I BELIEVE #4: Personal Reasons
How were the disciples able to believe and trust in Jesus when they had no clue what was going on? Has there ever been a time in your life when you didn’t think you would ever pull through? How has Jesus helped you? How did others help you, through Jesus?

Application: Has Jesus and his resurrection changed YOU?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 28, 2022

Title: Why I Believe
Topic: Easter

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

The story of Easter is “Jesus is Alive!” Amen! Please enjoy Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Easter sermon as he gives four reasons why he personally believes in the resurrection of Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24

Questions/Issues Discussed:

NOTE: In this segment today, Pastor Jarrett shares a very personal story about sexual abuse that may be hard for some to hear.

WHY I BELIEVE #3: Spiritual Reasons
Why were the disciples’ eyes closed to the truth? How were their eyes opened? Who opened them?
How can the Holy Spirit help us understand the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus?
Are YOUR eyes open to the truth?
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 4:4; John 14:26; John 15:26; John 6:44

WHY I BELIEVE #4: Personal Reasons
How were the disciples able to believe and trust in Jesus when they had no clue what was going on?
Has there ever been a time in your life when you didn’t think you would ever pull through? How has Jesus helped you? How did others help you, through Jesus?

Tune in tomorrow for Pastor JARRETT STEPHENS applications for this sermon and his invitation to trust and believe in Jesus. NOTE: You don’t have to wait until tomorrow. If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 27, 2022

Title: Why I Believe
Topic: Easter

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

The story of Easter is “Jesus is Alive!” Amen! Please enjoy Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Easter sermon as he gives four reasons why he personally believes in the resurrection of Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHY I BELIEVE #2: Biblical Reasons

What did people say about the empty tomb? Were they astonished? Did they think someone had stolen Jesus’ body? Why was it hard to believe he was alive? Would YOU have a hard time believing Jesus was alive?

How many prophecies predicted the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus? HINT: A bunch! Pastor Jarrett references author Peter Stoner’s book, “Science Speaks: Scientific Proof of the Accuracy of Prophecy and the Bible.”

WHY I BELIEVE #3: Spiritual Reasons

Why were the disciples’ eyes closed to the truth? How were their eyes opened? Who opened them? More on this tomorrow…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 26, 2022

Title: Why I Believe
Topic: Easter

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

The story of Easter is “Jesus is Alive!” Amen! Please enjoy Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Easter sermon as he gives four reasons why he personally believes in the resurrection of Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett says this about the resurrection: “It’s not some Christian propaganda. It’s not some superstition or tradition or some kind of legend that has been made up and passed down over time. But, rather, the resurrection is rooted in fact. It really happened!”

WHY I BELIEVE #1: Historical Reasons
Do even liberal scholars admit that the tomb Jesus’ dead body was laid in is empty?
How many eye witness accounts are there of Jesus living after his death?
Scripture References: Matthew 26:62-66; 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

WHY I BELIEVE #2: Biblical Reasons
What did people say about the empty tomb? Were they astonished? Did they think someone had stolen Jesus’ body? Why was it hard to believe he was alive? Would YOU have a hard time believing Jesus was alive?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 25, 2022

Title: Why I Believe
Topic: Easter

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

The story of Easter is “Jesus is Alive!” Amen! Please enjoy Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Easter sermon as he gives four reasons why he personally believes in the resurrection of Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 24

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Has Jesus and his resurrection changed YOU?

How can we know for certain that Jesus was born, lived a sinless life, died a cruel death on a cross, and was raised to life three days later?

WHY I BELIEVE #1: Historical Reasons

Pastor Jarrett quotes Simon Greenleaf, a former atheist and one of the Founders of Harvard Law School: “A person who rejects Christ may choose to say that I do not accept it, but he may not choose to say there is not enough evidence.” (To hear the full quote, click on the link above and scroll to the 41-minute mark. Has the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus ever been refuted?

Scripture References: 1 Cor 15:17, 20

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 22, 2022

Title: Trust and Obey
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, we are sharing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon “Trust and Obey”.

His focus is on three areas: Paul’s journey to Jerusalem and what happened there. Similarities of Paul’s arrival in Jerusalem to Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem – and one MAJOR difference. How WE can trust and obey God in ALL things.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 21-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was the one major difference between Paul and Jesus in Jerusalem?

What would YOU say in defense of the Gospel? Would you do it if you were facing death?

APPLICATION:
Face your Jerusalem the way Jesus did.

Scripture References: Isaiah 53:7; 1 Peter 2:21-24

Hymn of Invitation: Lion and the Lamb (Big Daddy Weave)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 21, 2022

Title: Trust and Obey
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, we are sharing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon “Trust and Obey”.

His focus is on three areas: Paul’s journey to Jerusalem and what happened there. Similarities of Paul’s arrival in Jerusalem to Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem – and one MAJOR difference. How WE can trust and obey God in ALL things.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 21-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

SEVEN SIMILARITIES BETWEEN JESUS AND PAUL GOING TO JERUSALEM:
NOTE: The first three similarities were discussed on Wednesday.
1. Both had their mind set on going to Jerusalem: No one was going to stop them! Luke 9:51
2. Both were told by friends NOT to go to Jerusalem: Matthew 16:21-22
3. Both knew they were going to suffer when they arrived in Jerusalem: Matthew 20:17-19
4. Both came to Jerusalem with friends: Pastor Jarrett thinks this similarity is very interesting, especially since both men WANTED their friends to be with them.
5. Both were welcomed upon their arrival in Jerusalem: Acts 21:17-20a; Luke 19:36-38
6. Both experienced conflict in the Temple in Jerusalem: Pastor Jarrett reminds us that both men were accused of things they never did. Acts 21:27-31; Acts 21:37-22:2
7. Both were seized and arrested in Jerusalem: Acts 21:31-35

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 20, 2022

Title: Trust and Obey
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, we are sharing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon “Trust and Obey”.

His focus is on three areas: Paul’s journey to Jerusalem and what happened there. Similarities of Paul’s arrival in Jerusalem to Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem – and one MAJOR difference. How WE can trust and obey God in ALL things.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 21-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FIVE TESTS TO DISCERN THE VOICE OF THE SPIRIT OF GOD:
NOTE: The first three were discussed on Tuesday.
1. The Peace Test: 1 Corinthians 14:33; John 14:27
2. The Bible Test: Pastor Jarrett says: “God’s Spirit and His Word ALWAYS align. ALWAYS.”
3. The Godly Counsel Test: Proverbs 12:15; Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; Proverbs 19:20; Proverbs 24:6
4. The Wisdom Test: James 1:5; Proverbs 9:10
5. The Faith Test: Pastor Jarrett says: “The Holy Spirit’s native tongue is ‘faith’.”

SEVEN SIMILARITIES BETWEEN JESUS AND PAUL GOING TO JERUSALEM:
1. Both had their mind set on going to Jerusalem: No one was going to stop them! Luke 9:51
2. Both were told by friends NOT to go to Jerusalem: Matthew 16:21-22
3. Both knew they were going to suffer when they arrived in Jerusalem: Matthew 20:17-19

Tune in tomorrow for more similarities…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 19, 2022

Title: Trust and Obey
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, we are sharing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon “Trust and Obey”.

His focus is on three areas: Paul’s journey to Jerusalem and what happened there. Similarities of Paul’s arrival in Jerusalem to Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem – and one MAJOR difference. How WE can trust and obey God in ALL things.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 21-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why were some people, including the disciples, telling Paul NOT to go to Jerusalem?

Who was Agabus? How did he know Paul was in danger? Why did he offer his own warning? This might seem really strange to us, but remember it was the Holy Spirit speaking through Agabus!

But wait! Didn’t the Holy Spirit tell Paul to GO to Jerusalem? Why would the Holy Spirit tell Paul one thing and the disciples and Agabus another thing? Who was right?

FIVE TESTS TO DISCERN THE VOICE OF THE SPIRIT OF GOD:
1. The Peace Test: 1 Corinthians 14:33; John 14:27
2. The Bible Test: Pastor Jarrett says: “God’s Spirit and his Word ALWAYS align. ALWAYS.”
3. The Godly Counsel Test: Proverbs 12:15; Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; Proverbs 19:20; Proverbs 24:6

Tune in tomorrow for the other two…


Scripture References: 1 John 4:1

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 18, 2022

Title: Trust and Obey
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, we are sharing Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ Palm Sunday sermon “Trust and Obey”.

His focus is on three areas: Paul’s journey to Jerusalem and what happened there. Similarities of Paul’s arrival in Jerusalem to Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem – and one MAJOR difference. How WE can trust and obey God in ALL things.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 21-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares why one of his favorite old hymns is “Trust and Obey”.

Why did Paul want/need to get to Jerusalem?

Was Paul the only person traveling to Jerusalem?

Why were some people, including disciples, telling Paul NOT to go to Jerusalem? Pastor Jarrett will continue with more warnings in tomorrow’s segment…

Scripture References: Acts 20:22-25

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 15, 2022

Title: What Really Matters
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Can you imagine if you had everything you want in life? Remember: We only have one chance at life. Make it matter!

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week focuses on Paul’s life and ministry and how he lived his life every day – every moment – for God, spreading His message of love to every person he met.

What are YOU doing?

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 20:1-38

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett read from Acts 20-18-35 and discussed Characteristics of Elders/Leaders in the Church. Click here  and fast-forward to the 1-hour mark to view the full list.

Today, he reminds us that most people who attend church or who are Christians are not Elders in the church BUT we have the same responsibilities! He says that Acts 20:24 should be our life verse: “But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.”

WHAT REALLY MATTERS: Faithfulness to Jesus
What is your calling?
Are you being faithful to Jesus with your talents and gifts?
Are you being faithful to Jesus during the rough times – or just the good times?

When the people realized Paul would never be back to them, how did they react?

APPLICATION:
Do what you have to do to build friendships and be faithful to Jesus.

HOW?
Make friendships and time alone with God, your best friend, a priority.

Hymn of Invitation: Believe for It (CeCe Winans)

NOTE: If you do not belong to a church, find one! If you do belong to a church, find a small group, too! Friendships are important!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 14, 2022

Title: What Really Matters
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Can you imagine if you had everything you want in life? Remember: We only have one chance at life. Make it matter!

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week focuses on Paul’s life and ministry and how he lived his life every day – every moment – for God, spreading His message of love to every person he met.

What are YOU doing?

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 20:1-38

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett encouraged us to pray for three people who need to come to church – and then invite them to come! Keep praying for those people (and others)!

Today, he preaches about the end of Paul’s third missionary journey.

WHAT REALLY MATTERS: Faithfulness to Jesus

Did Paul know that he would never see the people of Ephesus again? What were his final words to them?

Who should be elders of the church? Pastor Jarrett reads from Acts 20-18-35 and discusses Characteristics of Elders/Leaders in the Church. Click here and fast-forward to the 1-hour mark to view the full list.

Was Paul self-aware of his responsibility and place in the Kingdom? Pastor Jarrett says: “This is God’s church. The senior pastor of Champion Forest is not Jarrett Stephens. It’s Jesus!” Amen!

Paul was in love with Jesus. Are YOU?

Scripture References: John 13, Philippians 2; Matthew 20; 1 Timothy 1; Titus 1

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 13, 2022

Title: What Really Matters
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Can you imagine if you had everything you want in life? Remember: We only have one chance at life. Make it matter!

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week focuses on Paul’s life and ministry and how he lived his life every day – every moment – for God, spreading His message of love to every person he met.

What are YOU doing?

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 20:1-38

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHAT REALLY MATTERS: Friendships with People
Who are your best friends? Who will be with you during your biggest defeats and highest highs? Guess what!? God wants you to have those kinds of friendships! Why do people go to church? For the sermon? For the music? For the coffee and donuts? Or do they come for community? Pastor Jarrett says: “Barney should be our theme song! ‘I love you! You love me!’”

When was the last time you invited someone to church? Pastor Jarrett encourages us to pray for three people who need to come to church – and invite them!

NOTE: If you do not belong to a church, find one! If you do belong to a church, find a small group, too! Friendships are important!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 12, 2022

Title: What Really Matters
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Can you imagine if you had everything you want in life? Remember: We only have one chance at life. Make it matter!

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week focuses on Paul’s life and ministry and how he lived his life every day – every moment – for God, spreading His message of love to every person he met.

What are YOU doing?

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 20:1-38

Questions/Issues Discussed:

S.E. Hinton, author of “The Outsiders”, once wrote: “If you have two friends in your lifetime, you’re lucky. If you have one good friend, you’re more than lucky.”

WHAT REALLY MATTERS: Friendships with People
Who were Paul’s friends? Why did he treasure friendships?
Who are YOUR friends? Who do YOU treasure? Pastor Jarrett offers some startling statistics about loneliness in America…
Why did God hardwire humans for relationships?
Are you a friend of God’s? Did you know that God wants to be YOUR friend?
Pastor Jarrett reads from Acts 20:3-5 and explains the importance of the people and places mentioned. Were these Paul’s friends? Why were they so willing to go anywhere with Paul – even to prison?

Book Reference: “The Always God” by Pastor Jarrett Stephens

Scripture References: Romans 16:1-16; Proverbs 18:24; John 15; Colossians 4:10; Ephesians 6:12; 2 Timothy 4

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 11, 2022

Title: What Really Matters
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Can you imagine if you had everything you want in life? Remember: We only have one chance at life. Make it matter!

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week focuses on Paul’s life and ministry and how he lived his life every day – every moment – for God, spreading His message of love to every person he met.

What are YOU doing?

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Check out his sermon notes here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 20:1-38

Questions/Issues Discussed:

REVIEW:
Why was Paul in Ephesus for three years?

What churches were planted while he was there?

What books of the Bible were written at that time?

Did ALL of Aisia really hear the Gospel because of Paul’s preaching and teaching?

Why did Paul leave Ephesus? Where did he go?

Why was Paul collecting an offering? Who was the money for?

Why was Paul so eager to get to Rome? What happened on the way there? Pastor Jarrett reads from Acts 20:3-5 and explains the importance of the people and places mentioned.

Scripture References: Acts 19:21; 2 Corinthians 8-9; Romans 15

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 8, 2022

Title: The Reality of Evil and Spiritual Warfare
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

When was the last time you heard a sermon on the reality of evil and spiritual warfare? Spiritual Warfare – yes. The reality of evil – probably not often.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes it is a topic that is extremely important and every Christian should know more about it. This is a fabulous sermon and I encourage you to check out his sermon notes here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:8-20

Questions/Issues Discussed:

APPLICATION #1: Be Ready. (Discussed on Thursday)
How does a sermon on spiritual warfare actually help us?
Why do we allow bad things to distract us?
Until God returns and rids the world of evil once and for all, what will you be doing?

APPLICATION #2: Be Wise.
Do you go looking for trouble? Remember: Satan is a super powerful and smart foe!
Does the enemy have plans for our lives? Pastor Jarrett says: “Don’t give the devil an inch, because if you do, he’ll bust down the door!”
Should we “talk” to Satan? Or should we petition Jesus on our behalf?

APPLICATION #3: Be Armed.
Why should we be prepared with armor in the name of the Lord?
What is the “Full Armor of God”? Is it really important to our Christian walk? You bet!

Scripture References: Ephesians 6:13-18

Hymn of Invitation: Goodness of God (Bethel Music, ft Jenn Johnson)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 7, 2022

Title: The Reality of Evil and Spiritual Warfare
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

When was the last time you heard a sermon on the reality of evil and spiritual warfare? Spiritual Warfare – yes. The reality of evil – probably not often.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes it is a topic that is extremely important and every Christian should know more about it. This is a fabulous sermon and I encourage you to check out his sermon notes here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:8-20

Questions/Issues Discussed:

God performed extraordinary miracles through Paul and Peter:
Both healed people who were handicapped.
Both cast out demons.
Both raised the dead.
Both were released from prison in a supernatural way.

What did Paul write to the Corinthian Church about miracles?

Why does the book of Acts describe the activities (miracles and healings) in such detail?

What happened in Acts 19:13-16 with a demon? This is an interesting event that proves that evil exists in this world!

Does this demonic activity exist in America? You bet! But if it does, why don’t we see it? Pastor Jarrett says: “Demonic activity is more discreet here in the US, because Satan is no fool. We’re lulled to complacency and sleep in our idolatry.”

What is the purpose of miracles?

APPLICATION #1: Be Ready.
How does a sermon on spiritual warfare actually help us?
Why do we allow bad things to distract us?
Until God returns and rids the world of evil once and for all, what will you be doing?

Scripture References: Acts 5:15; 2 Corinthians 12:12

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 6, 2022

Title: The Reality of Evil and Spiritual Warfare
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

When was the last time you heard a sermon on the reality of evil and spiritual warfare? Spiritual Warfare – yes. The reality of evil – probably not often.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes it is a topic that is extremely important and every Christian should know more about it. This is a fabulous sermon and I encourage you to check out his sermon notes here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:8-20

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the significance of the Hall of Tyrannus? How long did Paul stay in Ephesus preaching in the Hall of Tyrannus?

Pastor Jarrett discusses the dangers of our instant gratification society. He says: “Sometimes we take this mindset into our spiritual lives. We think if I read the Bible consistently for a week, I ought to be growing in holiness. I ought to be a spiritual giant by now!”

Did Paul understand that it takes time to develop spiritual habits? Did his dedication pay off?

What are YOU doing to spread the love of God and the Truth of the Gospel? Pastor Jarrett says: “We have to do everything we can while we can because the clock is ticking!”

Did God perform extraordinary miracles through Paul? More on this tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett compares Paul and Peter…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 5, 2022

Title: The Reality of Evil and Spiritual Warfare
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

When was the last time you heard a sermon on the reality of evil and spiritual warfare? Spiritual Warfare – yes. The reality of evil – probably not often.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes it is a topic that is extremely important and every Christian should know more about it. This is a fabulous sermon and I encourage you to check out his sermon notes here. 

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:8-20

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett reminds us of some of Paul’s background and time in Ephesus for his third missionary journey: Why did Paul spend so much time in Ephesus? Remember: Paul wrote two letters to the Corinthian church in Ephesus. Was Ephesus a “dark city”?  G. Campbell Morgan wrote: “The atmosphere of the city was electric with sorcery and incantations, with exorcists, with all kinds of magical imposters.”

Who was the goddess, Diana? Pastor Jarrett shares how long it took to make the temple dedicated to her. You can actually travel to see its ruins today.

Why is it important to plant churches in the “dark cities” – especially when the occult is present?

What did Paul always do first when he visited a city or town?

How can unbelief harden our hearts? Pastor Jarrett says: “The more you say ‘NO’ to the voice of God, the harder your heart gets.”

Scripture References: Hebrews 3; Matthew 13

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 4, 2022

Title: The Reality of Evil and Spiritual Warfare
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

When was the last time you heard a sermon on the reality of evil and spiritual warfare? Spiritual Warfare – yes. The reality of evil – probably not often.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes it is a topic that is extremely important and every Christian should know more about it. This is a fabulous sermon and I encourage you to check out his sermon notes here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:8-20

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FACT #1 ABOUT SPIRITUAL WARFARE: We struggle with real evil.
Does Satan manifest himself in our world today? Pastor Jarrett says: “Just look around!”
Did God “create” evil? This is a loaded question, right? Pastor Jarrett does a great job of explaining why God is NOT the creator of evil.
What is the difference between moral evil and natural evil?

Scripture Reference: Romans 1

FACT #2 ABOUT SPIRITUAL WARFARE: We have a real enemy.
What are the different names of the enemy found in the Bible?
Does Satan really want to kill us?
What did Paul write about the enemy? (Ephesians 6:12)
Who are Satan’s demonic forces? What is their main objective?
Was Satan a created being? Pastor Jarrett again has a great explanation for this…
Should we fear the enemy?

Scripture References: John 10:10; 1 Peter 5:8; 2 Corinthians 11:14; Ephesians 2:2; 1 John 4:4

FACT #3 ABOUT SPIRITUAL WARFARE: We are in a real war.
If the enemy is invisible, is the war invisible? Pastor Jarrett says: “There is a war taking place all around us. And just because it’s invisible, don’t think for a moment that it doesn’t exist! That type of thinking can get us in some real trouble.” He then rapid-fires some great Scripture passages that address the spiritual warfare we face as Christians.

Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4; 2 Timothy 2:3-4; Philippians 2:25; 1 Peter 2:11

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 1, 2022

Title: Clarity
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What is clarity? How do we make clear to people what we are trying to convey, whether it be to our children, co-workers, or even unbelievers? Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes CLARITY is essential when talking about Jesus. His theological message this week will focus on salvation, baptism, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:24-19:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is baptism required AFTER salvation? Pastor Jarrett says: “If you get in the water and go through the ordinance of baptism and you’re not saved, you didn’t get baptized – you took a bath!” Amen!

CLARITY ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT:
 Is speaking in tongues evidence of salvation? Pastor Jarrett uses four different passages in Acts to explain why this is NOT true, saying: “Speaking in tongues is not evidence of salvation. It was, in these specific texts, evidence of an authentic move of God.”

Theologian John Stott said this: “The norm of Christian experience, then, is a cluster of four things: repentance, faith in Jesus, water baptism, and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Though the perceived order may vary a little, the four belong together and are universal in Christian initiation. The laying on of Apostolic hands, however, together with tongue-speaking and prophesying, were special to Ephesus, as to Samaria, in order to demonstrate visibly and publicly that particular people groups were incorporated into Christ by the Spirit; the New Testament does not universalize them. There are no Samaritans or disciples of John the Baptist left in the world today.”

Scripture References: Acts 4, 8, 10, 19; Joel 2:28-32; Romans 8; John 17

Hymn of Invitation: Jireh (Elevation Worship)

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 31, 2022

Title: Clarity
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What is clarity? How do we make clear to people what we are trying to convey, whether it be to our children, co-workers, or even unbelievers? Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes CLARITY is essential when talking about Jesus. His theological message this week will focus on salvation, baptism, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:24-19:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CLARITY ABOUT SALVATION:
What is the only way to salvation?
What did Peter and others preach about salvation?
Back to Apollos… How did he learn about the death and resurrection of Jesus? How did he know to put his faith and trust in Jesus?
Why didn’t the men who followed John the Baptist realize what real baptism was?

Scripture References: Acts 15:6-11; Ephesians 2:8-9; 1 John 5:11-12; John 14:7

CLARITY ABOUT BAPTISM:
Why does Pastor Jarrett compare John the Baptist to a Duck Dynasty character?
What did Jesus’ disciples preach about baptism?
Why did Apollos only know of John the Baptist’s baptism?
Do we know if Apollos was baptized by emersion?
Why did the followers of John the Baptist get baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus?
Why do Baptists have such specific baptism rules?
What did Jesus preach about baptism?

Scripture References: Matthew 3:11; Luke 3:16; John 1:31-33

Tune in tomorrow for Pastor JARRETT STEPHENS applications for this sermon and his invitation to trust and believe in Jesus. NOTE: You don’t have to wait until tomorrow. If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 30, 2022

Title: Clarity
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What is clarity? How do we make clear to people what we are trying to convey, whether it be to our children, co-workers, or even unbelievers? Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes CLARITY is essential when talking about Jesus. His theological message this week will focus on salvation, baptism, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:24-19:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Apollo? Did he have a teachable spirit? Pastor Jarrett shares about a preaching professor who attended his previous church and gave him some great advice.

Why did Paul go to Ephesus?
Why did Paul ask the people (the disciples) there if they had heard about the Holy Spirit and baptism? What was their response?
Why did Paul baptize these men?

Why does Pastor Jarrett believe that what we learn and study about the Early Church is “descriptive”, not “prescriptive”? Listen as he explains what he means by this and also reminds us why we should base our belief on ALL of Scripture, not just a verse or two.

CLARITY ABOUT SALVATION:
What is the only way to salvation?
Pastor Jarrett will continue with this and Clarity of Baptism tomorrow…

Scripture References: Proverbs 27:6; Acts 4:10-12; Acts 15:6-11

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 29, 2022

Title: Clarity
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What is clarity? How do we make clear to people what we are trying to convey, whether it be to our children, co-workers, or even unbelievers? Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes CLARITY is essential when talking about Jesus. His theological message this week will focus on salvation, baptism, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:24-19:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Paul often visit the churches that he planted?

Is it important for churches to go “deep and wide”? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that devotion, prayer, worship, preaching, and small groups are all important.

Who was Apollos?
How did he learn about Jesus?
Did he know a lot about Jesus?
Was he excited about Jesus?
Why did Priscilla and Aquila pull him aside to “explain to him the way of God more accurately”? (Acts 18:26) Pastor Jarrett spends several minutes speaking about the significance of this…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 28, 2022

Title: Clarity
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What is clarity? How do we make clear to people what we are trying to convey, whether it be to our children, co-workers, or even unbelievers? Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes CLARITY is essential when talking about Jesus. His theological message this week will focus on salvation, baptism, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 18:24-19:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon with a short review of the last few weeks:

Who were Priscilla and Aquila? Why is it important to know that they were married? Pastor Jarrett says: “The greatest evangelism tool that they [married couples] have is their marriage… It’s an avenue to point people to Jesus.”

Why didn’t Paul stay in Ephesus? Where did he go when he left?

Do we know how long Paul stayed in Galatia and Phrygia? What did he do there of significance?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 11, 2022

Title: Eager to Speak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Are you eager to speak about Jesus? Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement as we seek to gain the knowledge we need to be eager to speak to others about Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:16-34

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Truths we learn from Paul’s sermon in Luke 17:22-31
Be faithful to preach Jesus and the resurrection.
Foster a soft heart toward people.
Take confidence in a reasoned faith.
Leave witnessing results to God.

THE CASE FOR THE RESURRECTION: F.E.A.T.
Fatal Torment
Empty Tomb
Appearances
Transformation

Book Reference: Atheism on Trial by Mark Lanier

Hymn of Invitation: What a Beautiful Name, Hillsong

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 10, 2022

Title: Eager to Speak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Are you eager to speak about Jesus? Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement as we seek to gain the knowledge we need to be eager to speak to others about Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:16-34

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett believes that Paul’s message to the Epicureans and Stoic philosophers in Luke 17:22-31 is a great way to share the Gospel with someone.

Four questions that Paul’s sermon in Luke 17:22-31 answers
Who am I?
Where do I come from?
Why am I here?
Where am I going?

Truths we learn from Paul’s sermon in Luke 17:22-31
Be faithful to preach Jesus and the resurrection.
Foster a soft heart toward people.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 2:1-4

Tune in tomorrow for Pastor Jarrett’s applications for this sermon and his invitation to trust and believe in Jesus. NOTE: You don’t have to wait until tomorrow. If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 9, 2022

Title: Eager to Speak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Are you eager to speak about Jesus? Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement as we seek to gain the knowledge we need to be eager to speak to others about Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:16-34

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why was Paul so eager to share the Gospel everywhere he went?

Who were the Epicureans and Stoic philosophers? What were their beliefs?

What did Paul preach to the Epicureans, Stoic philosophers, and others at the Areopagus? Pastor Jarrett explains the importance of the Areopagus and reads the message Paul gave the people.

If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 8, 2022

Title: Eager to Speak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Are you eager to speak about Jesus? Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement as we seek to gain the knowledge we need to be eager to speak to others about Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:16-34

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What does “Athens” mean? Was Athens a God-worshipping city? Or was it a “god-worshipping” city? Xenophon, a Greek writer, a disciple of Socrates, wrote: “Athens was one great altar, one great offering, to the gods.”

Paul arrived in Athens a broken and bruised man – physically. How was he spiritually? Why did he go directly to the synagogue? What did he find there? What did he do at the marketplace?

Paul was eager to speak to the people about Jesus everywhere he went – even when they rejected him. Pastor Jarrett shares a story about a man he met in India who had hundreds of “gods” in his store and he was eager to talk about them. What was their purpose? Were the “gods” doing their “job”?

What are some idols people worship today? Are you sharing how Jesus is so much better than those idols? Pastor Jarrett says: “Just because we don’t have temples and little statues, don’t think for a moment that our world is not full of idolators.”

Scripture References: Romans 1:18-23

If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 7, 2022

Title: Eager to Speak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Are you eager to speak about Jesus? Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement as we seek to gain the knowledge we need to be eager to speak to others about Jesus.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:16-34

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon by reminiscing about the very first sermon he preached when he was only 17 years old. He says: “It was horrible!” But it was also great… He also talks about a few other times he was eager to speak, but also very nervous.

What was the vision Paul had in Athens? Pastor Jarrett gives a run-through of the events and reminds us that Athens was flush with “gods” and pagan and devil worship.

If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 4, 2022

Title: Pointing People to Jesus
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement that we can all use as we “Point People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:1-21

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett says: “We live in an Athenian world…people following their own little gods, doing their own little thing. The most effective way we can point them to Jesus is to be able to talk with them about the truth of God’s Word and why it’s a greater truth and more objective truth than anything they are ascribing to.”

APPLICATION: If we seek to know the Scripture like Paul and examine the Scripture like the Bereans, then we will be able to point people to Jesus in an effective way.

Scripture References: 1 Peter 3:5

Hymn of Invitation: See a Victory, Elevation Worship

If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 3, 2022

Title: Pointing People to Jesus
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement that we can all use as we “Point People to Jesus”.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:1-21

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is it important to give financially to your church? Pastor Jarrett says: “If you look at it as building enhancements or carpet or paint, then you’re looking in the weeds.”

Why did Paul and Silas go to Berea? How were they received there?

Side Note: Why are many churches called “Berean”?

Pastor Jarrett uses the illustration of a hand to show how we should meditate, memorize, study, read, and hear God’s Word. He says: “When we read the Bible, it reads us!”

When the Jews found Pual and Silas in Berea, what did they do? Where did Paul go afterward? Pastor Jarrett points out that Paul went where the people were. Are you?

Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Tune in tomorrow for Pastor Jarrett’s applications for this sermon and his invitation to trust and believe in Jesus. NOTE: You don’t have to wait until tomorrow. If you would like to talk to a pastor or counselor now, please call 281.440.3800. Don’t wait! Do it now!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 2, 2022

Title: Pointing People to Jesus
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement that we can all use as we “Point People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:1-21

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did Paul know the bigger picture?

Why were some of the Jews jealous of Paul? What did they do to find Paul?

Side Note: Is your church turning the community – the world – upside down for Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett points out that it had been a mere 20 years since the death and resurrection of Jesus when the Early Church was on fire for the Gospel! He also points out that now we hear more about scandals, division, and compromise than we do about the love of God.

Paul had been to many towns. His message was not always well-received. What was so different in Thessalonica?

Why did Paul and Silas go to Berea? How were they received there?

Scripture References: Philippians 4:15-16

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 1, 2022

Title: Pointing People to Jesus
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement that we can all use as we “Point People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:1-21

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did the Jews have a hard time wrapping their heads around Paul’s message?

How could Paul continue to preach the Gospel and the love of Christ after all he had suffered? Pastor Jarrett admits that he would have a hard time!

WHAT WE CAN LEARN FROM PAUL ABOUT PERSEVERANCE:
Don’t give up so easily when things don’t go your way.
Don’t get bent out of shape when reality doesn’t line up with your expectations.
Stay faithful to Jesus even when it’s difficult.
Stay focused on Christ even when it “appears” that God has forgotten you. Remember: He will NEVER forget you!

Did Paul know the bigger picture? Pastor Jarrett shares about the death of a friend from Dallas who was always pointing people to Jesus.

Scripture References: Acts 16:22-23

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 28, 2022

Title: Pointing People to Jesus
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with encouragement that we can all use as we “Point People to Jesus”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 17:1-21

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon with a short review of the last few weeks. Click here and skip to the 47-minute mark to view the map and some other information…

How far did the disciples travel? Where were they going? Why were they going there?

How does God work behind the scenes? John Piper: “God is always doing 10,000 things in your life and you may be aware of three of them.”

Why did Paul always go to the synagogue in the town? What did he teach to the Jews? Why did the Jews have a hard time wrapping their heads around Paul’s message?

Scripture References: Isaiah 53; Psalm 22

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 18, 2022

Title: The Power of a Pause
Topic: The Gospel of Mark

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens takes a short break from the Acts Forward sermon series to take a PAUSE. Do you ever just need a break? We all do – even Jesus!

Pastor Jarrett’s focus this week is how Jesus met a blind’s man need and what that man did after Jesus healed him.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: Mark 10:46-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What can you do today to help someone in need? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “If Satan can’t make you bad, he’ll make you busy.” Take a pause today.

Application: PAUSE
Pray: Pray for sensitivity toward others.
Attention: Give that person your undivided attention.
Understand: Seek to really understand what that person is saying.
Sympathy: Listen with an open heart.
Engage.: Meet the need.

Hymn of Invitation: Until My Voice is Gone, Travis Ryan

Note: For more information about the trip to Israel with Champion Forest, click here. You do not need to be a member of the church to travel with them to the Holy Land.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 17, 2022

Title: The Power of a Pause
Topic: The Gospel of Mark

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens takes a short break from the Acts Forward sermon series to take a PAUSE. Do you ever just need a break? We all do – even Jesus!

Pastor Jarrett’s focus this week is how Jesus met a blind’s man need and what that man did after Jesus healed him.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: Mark 10:46-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Jesus met the man’s need.
What did Bartimaeus ask Jesus to do? How did he know that Jesus could heal him?
Why did Jesus stop when Bartimaeus cried out to him?
Was the crowd surprised when Jesus stopped to speak to Bartimaeus?
What is the significance of Bartimaeus throwing off his cloak?
Jesus knew what Bartimaeus needed/wanted. Why did Jesus have him voice his request?

Jesus changed the man forever.
Was the transformation in Bartimaeus immediate?
What did Bartimaeus do after Jesus healed him?
James Morrison: “Bartimaeus’s physical restoration was also a manifestation of what was occurring spiritually inside of him.”
How was Bartimaeus’s life changed forever? Scripture reveals that he followed Jesus to Jerusalem, experienced his death and resurrection, and then became a leader in the Early Church.

Scripture References: Luke 18:43; 2 Corinthians 4:4

What can you do today to help someone in need? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “If Satan can’t make you bad, he’ll make you busy.” Take a pause today.

Note: For more information about the trip to Israel with Champion Forest, click here. You do not need to be a member of the church to travel with them to the Holy Land.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 16, 2022

Title: The Power of a Pause
Topic: The Gospel of Mark

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens takes a short break from the Acts Forward sermon series to take a PAUSE. Do you ever just need a break? We all do – even Jesus!

Pastor Jarrett’s focus this week is how Jesus met a blind’s man need and what that man did after Jesus healed him.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: Mark 10:46-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Jesus met a man (Bartimaeus) in need. (Continued from Monday and Tuesday)
Why did Mark specifically mention Bartimaeus’s father’s name?
Why did Bartimaeus cry out to Jesus? How did he know who Jesus was?
Why did the crowd try to silence Bartimaeus? What was his response?
Pastor Jarrett admits that he is baffled why so many people, even the disciples, didn’t trust in Jesus’ timing. He says: “If this passage teaches us anything, it’s that Jesus has time, especially for those who are broken and hurting.”

Jesus met the man’s need.
Was the crowd going to keep the Bartimaeus from Jesus? Could they keep Jesus from Bartimaeus?
What did Bartimaeus ask Jesus to do? How did he know that Jesus could heal it?
Why did Jesus stop when Bartimaeus cried out to him?

Scripture References: Isaiah 29; Luke 4:18-19; Mark 10:13-14; James 4:2

Note: For more information about the trip to Israel with Champion Forest, click here. You do not need to be a member of the church to travel with them to the Holy Land.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 15, 2022

Title: The Power of a Pause
Topic: The Gospel of Mark

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens takes a short break from the Acts Forward sermon series to take a PAUSE. Do you ever just need a break? We all do – even Jesus!

Pastor Jarrett’s focus this week is how Jesus met a blind’s man need and what that man did after Jesus healed him.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here. 

Scripture Passage: Mark 10:46-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Jesus met a man (Bartimaeus) in need. (Continued from Monday)
Pastor Jarrett shares that he was humbled and honored to speak to a group of missionaries recently…
What do we know about Bartimaeus? Who took care of him?
Why did Mark specifically mention Bartimaeus’s father’s name?
Why did Bartimaeus cry out to Jesus? How did he know who Jesus was?
Why did the crowd try to silence Bartimaeus? What was his response?

Scripture References: Revelation 12; Isaiah 29

Note: For more information about the trip to Israel with Champion Forest, click here. You do not need to be a member of the church to travel with them to the Holy Land.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 14, 2022

Title: The Power of a Pause
Topic: The Gospel of Mark

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens takes a short break from the Acts Forward sermon series to take a PAUSE. Do you ever just need a break? We all do – even Jesus!

Pastor Jarrett’s focus this week is how Jesus met a blind’s man need and what that man did after Jesus healed him.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 10:46-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Jesus met a man (Bartimaeus) in need.
What was Jesus doing before he met him?
Why was he going to Jerusalem?
Did Jesus know he was on the way to his death?
Pastor Jarrett explains why Jerrico is important to the timeline…
Was Jesus popular at this time? What miracles had he performed up until this point?
Did the people think Jesus was a “political Messiah”?
Pastor Jarrett shares that he was humbled and honored to speak to a group of missionaries recently. More on this tomorrow…

Note: For more information about the trip to Israel with Champion Forest, click here. You do not need to be a member of the church to travel with them to the Holy Land.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 11, 2022

Title: The Showdown at the Jerusalem Council
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his sermon series on the book of Acts with a look at the Jerusalem Council.

He focuses on four areas this week:
1. The Issue
2. The Solution
3. The Conclusion
4. The Action

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 15:1-35

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon this week with some great takeaways we can learn from the Showdown at the Jerusalem Council.

Takeaway #1: There are hills to die on in the church, but they are few and far between. An old Protestant Motto: “In essentials unity, in non-essentials liberty, in all things charity.” Is the Bible the final authority that we should follow? Pastor Jarrett says: “There is no wiggle-room.” The Bible is God’s word. Jesus was born of a virgin. He is the son of the living God. He lived a perfect, sinless life. He died on a cross as a substitute for me and you. He was physically resurrected, physically ascended and is physically coming again. His Church is his Bride.

Takeaway #2: Conflict is inevitable. Use it as an opportunity for growth. What can we learn from the Early Church about how to handle conflict? How can we use conflict as an opportunity for growth? Pastor Jarrett says: “Address it swiftly and boldly. Just make sure you are doing so with empathy and compassion.”

Takeaway #3: Be willing to surrender freedoms for the sake of the advancement of the gospel. What conclusion did the Jerusalem Council come to? Is there anything that you are doing or saying that is leading people away from Christ? Do you have a heart for unity?

Scripture References: Galatians 5:13

Hymn of Invitation: Cornerstone, Hillsong

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 10, 2022

Title: The Showdown at the Jerusalem Council
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his sermon series on the book of Acts with a look at the Jerusalem Council.

He focuses on four areas this week:
1. The Issue
2. The Solution
3. The Conclusion
4. The Action

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XJssR511vs

Scripture Passage: Acts 15:1-35

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Richard C.H. Lenski was a Lutheran Pastor in the early 1900’s. He wrote a number of New Testament commentaries. He once wrote: “A bridge to heaven that is built of 99/100 of Christ and even only 1/100 of anything human breaks down at the joint and ceases to be a bridge. Even if Christ be thought of as carrying us 999 miles of the way, and something merely human be required for the last mile, this would leave us hanging in the air with heaven being still far away.”

The Solution: Let’s have a Showdown in Jerusalem
Why was it so hard for the Pharisees and the people to understand that circumcision was no longer necessary? Remember: We are not saved by our works. Only through faith in Christ. This was a new way of thinking for them! Pastor Jarrett says: “Jesus + Nothing = Everything!”
Can we add anything – anything – to the work Christ accomplished on the cross and in his resurrection?
James, Jesus’ half-brother, did not believe until after the resurrection. What happened after he finally did believe? What was his nickname? This is really interesting!

Scripture References: Romans 11:6; Galatians 2:16, 21; Galatians 2:9

The Conclusion: Salvation is by grace alone but be sensitive to others
Why should we be sensitive to others – believers and unbelievers alike?
What was the big picture in the new covenant?
Why did Paul and Barnabus warn the new believers not to continue with their old habits?

Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9

The Action: Write a letter to the churches educating and informing them on the decision.
Pastor Jarrett briefly discusses the letter and how it was such an encouragement to the new believers.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click: https://www.championforest.org/

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 9, 2022

Title: The Showdown at the Jerusalem Council
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his sermon series on the book of Acts with a look at the Jerusalem Council.

He focuses on four areas this week:
1. The Issue
2. The Solution
3. The Conclusion
4. The Action

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 15:1-35

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The Solution: Let’s have a Showdown in Jerusalem
Were the Pharisees that Paul and Barnabus confronted true believers? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “It’s possible to be a Christian and not have the correct understanding of certain doctrine…Let’s give people grace. Let’s give people space.”
Why were the Pharisees so reluctant to embrace the new teachings of the disciples?
Was there outright fighting among the Pharisees and Paul and Barnabus?
How did Peter “open the door to the Kingdom of heaven”?
Why was it so hard for the Pharisees and the people to understand that circumcision was no longer necessary? Remember: We are not saved by our works. Only through faith in Christ. This was a new way of thinking for them! Pastor Jarrett says: “Jesus + Nothing = Everything!”

Scripture References: Matthew 16:19; Acts 2, 10, 11; Romans 2:29; Romans 11:6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 8, 2022

Title: The Showdown at the Jerusalem Council
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his sermon series on the book of Acts with a look at the Jerusalem Council.

He focuses on four areas this week:
1. The Issue
2. The Solution
3. The Conclusion
4. The Action

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 15:1-35

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How is one made right with God? How can we be sure our sins are forgiven and that our eternal future is secure? Pastor Jarrett says: “If we can’t be sure on this, we can’t be sure of anything.”

The Issue: What the Church believes and teaches about salvation
Why was Peter’s vision from God so important to the timeline?
What was the gift? Who was the gift for?
What were the Pharisees telling the people? Were they right or wrong?

Scripture References: Genesis 17

The Solution: Let’s have a Showdown in Jerusalem
What was at stake when Paul and Barnabus went to Jerusalem to confront the Pharisees?
Have you ever been in the middle of a church split? Why were Paul and Barnabus ready to split the church over these issues?
Were the Pharisees that Paul and Barnabus confronted true believers? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “It’s possible to be a Christian and not have the correct understanding of certain doctrine…Let’s give people grace. Let’s give people space.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 7, 2022

Title: The Showdown at the Jerusalem Council
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his sermon series on the book of Acts with a look at the Jerusalem Council.

He focuses on four areas this week:
1. The Issue
2. The Solution
3. The Conclusion
4. The Action

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 15:1-35

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon reminiscing about his childhood dreams. You don’t want to miss this. It is absolutely hilarious!

Why does Acts 15 remind Pastor Jarrett of an old western movie? To explain, he offers a very short review of the last two sermons.

Why was it such a big deal that the Gentiles were hearing the Gospel, not just the Jews?

The Issue: What the Church believes and teaches about salvation
Why was Peter’s vision from God so important to the timeline?
What was the gift?
Who was the gift for?

More on The Issue tomorrow…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 4, 2022

Title: The Sending Church – Part 2
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with his sermon from last week: “The Sending Church”, when he preached on our responsibility to further the Kingdom of God in three areas: seeking God, sending our best, and growing HIS Kingdom, rather than our own.

This week, he expands on each of these thoughts, using Scripture after Scripture in each segment to encourage us along the way.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 14

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Practical Application #3: It’s a privilege to join God in His work and give Him all the glory.
Why did God choose Paul and Barnabus?
Why does God choose to use US? We aren’t special! But He chooses US!
What are YOU doing to further His Kingdom? You may not be called to teach Sunday School or travel the globe, but you ARE called to do SOMETHING!

Hymn of Invitation: Yes, I Will (Vertical Worship)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 3, 2022

Title: The Sending Church – Part 2
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with his sermon from last week: “The Sending Church”, when he preached on our responsibility to further the Kingdom of God in three areas: seeking God, sending our best, and growing HIS Kingdom, rather than our own.

This week, he expands on each of these thoughts, using Scripture after Scripture in each segment to encourage us along the way.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 14

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did the people turn on Paul just days after they worshipped him as a god? What did Paul write to Timothy and the church at Galatia? Was he encouraging them to push forward – no matter what? On their way back to Antioch, why did Paul and Barnabus travel back through the places that persecuted them? Were they crazy???

PRACTICAL APPLICATION #1: Missionary and church planting enterprises are worth it! Is God the ultimate missionary? How are people around the world – and in your own community – going to hear about God’s love unless we send people to tell them?

PRACTICAL APPLICATION #2: All churches need localized leadership as well as strengthening and encouragement. Why should we encourage one another? Remember: Paul didn’t just plant a church and then leave them alone. He wrote to them and went back to visit them as often as he could.

Tune in tomorrow for Practical Application #3: t’s a privilege to join God in his work and give him all the glory.

Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 11:25; 2 Timothy 3:10-12; Galatians 6:17; John 20:21; Romans 10:13-15; Ephesians 4:11-12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 2, 2022

Title: The Sending Church – Part 2
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with his sermon from last week: “The Sending Church”, when he preached on our responsibility to further the Kingdom of God in three areas: seeking God, sending our best, and growing HIS Kingdom, rather than our own.

This week, he expands on each of these thoughts, using Scripture after Scripture in each segment to encourage us along the way.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 14

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett tells the story about the Roman Poet Ovid, who wrote “Metamorphosis”, which linked together all the great mythical stories of the past. This is really interesting! It also ties into New Testament Scholar, Dr. Steven Walton. What was his opinion of the story of the elderly couple and the gods? To view his picture and other information, click here and fast forward to the 47-minute mark.

Why do we need discernment and wisdom to know when to share the Gospel? How can we gain this knowledge?

Why do we need to share the Gospel? G.K. Chesterton: “When people stop believing in God, they do not believe in nothing. They believe in anything.”

Back to Acts 14: Why did the people turn on Paul just days after they worshipped him as a god?

Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 11:25; 2 Timothy 3:10-12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 1, 2022

Title: The Sending Church – Part 2
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with his sermon from last week: “The Sending Church”, when he preached on our responsibility to further the Kingdom of God in three areas: seeking God, sending our best, and growing HIS Kingdom, rather than our own.

This week, he expands on each of these thoughts, using Scripture after Scripture in each segment to encourage us along the way.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 14

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins this segment with a story from his college days at Ouachita Baptist University…

Did you know that the enemy wants your mind? In fact – he wants to POISON your mind. How can we guard our minds?

Have you ever witnessed to someone and they turned their back on you? Remember: This happened to Jesus, too!

FACT: Jesus divides! It’s inevitable. What we need is discernment and wisdom to know when to approach and when to back away. Pastor Jarrett says to “be sensitive to the spirit”.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues his story about the Roman Poet Ovid, who wrote “Metamorphosis”, which linked together all the great mythical stories of the past.

Scripture References: 1 Peter 1:13; Romans 12:12; 2 Corinthians 10:5; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Matthew 10:34-36

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 31, 2022

Title: The Sending Church – Part 2
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward series with his sermon from last week: “The Sending Church”, when he preached on our responsibility to further the Kingdom of God in three areas: seeking God, sending our best, and growing HIS Kingdom, rather than our own.

This week, he expands on each of these thoughts, using Scripture after Scripture in each segment to encourage us along the way.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 14

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How was the Church at Antioch a “Sending Church”? Why did they worship God through prayer and fasting? How can we worship God through prayer and fasting?

Why is sending church members around the world important? Why is giving important?

Why did the Church at Antioch send people to spread the Gospel? NOTE: To view the map of Syria that Pastor Jarrett references click here and fast forward to the 33-minute mark.

What was the Church at Antioch’s strategy?

Will everyone we witness to accept Jesus? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “There will always be mixed reviews. Some will receive it. Some will reject it. It is our responsibility to share it.” Tune in tomorrow as he continues to preach on the importance of always preaching the truth of the Gospel.

Scripture References: Matthew 6; Acts 13:2-3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 28, 2022

Title: The Sending Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward sermon series this week with a strong and powerful message about our responsibility as Christians to further the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:4-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can God use pain and suffering to further His Kingdom?

Will everyone we witness to accept Jesus? What is our responsibility after we plant the seed? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we may never know who believes in Jesus, but our responsibility is to be on mission every minute of every day in everything that we say and do. “That is our missionary journey,” he says.

Scripture References: 2 Peter 3:9

Hymn of Invitation: Great Are You Lord, All Sons and Daughters

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 27, 2022

Title: The Sending Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward sermon series this week with a strong and powerful message about our responsibility as Christians to further the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:4-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How did Paul’s sermon upset some of the people? How did Paul’s sermon fill some with joy and expectation?

How can God speak to us by His Holy Spirit when we seek Him through worship, prayer, and fasting? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that private and corporate worship are equally important.

Will the Christian life always be easy? How can God use pain and suffering to further His Kingdom?

Will everyone we witness to accept Jesus? What is our responsibility after we plant the seed? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues to preach on this subject as he concludes his sermon.

Scripture References: John 3:16; Luke 9:23; 2 Corinthians 11:26

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 26, 2022

Title: The Sending Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward sermon series this week with a strong and powerful message about our responsibility as Christians to further the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:4-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did John Mark leave the other disciples and return to Jerusalem? Was he jealous of Paul? Was there a disagreement among them? Pastor Jarrett says to stay tuned because he will explain further in a few weeks when he preaches on Acts 15.

How were the disciples consistent when they preached?
It was Scripture-saturated.
It centered on Jesus.
It was Holy Spirit filled.

How did Paul’s sermon upset some of the people? How did Paul’s sermon fill some with joy and expectation?

Scripture References: John 1:11

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 25, 2022

Title: The Sending Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward sermon series this week with a strong and powerful message about our responsibility as Christians to further the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:4-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

NOTE: To view Pastor Jarrett’s map of Paul’s first missionary journey, click here and skip ahead to the 49:00 mark.

Why did the disciples travel to Cyprus? Why did they stop over in Salamis?

Who was John Mark? How was he connected to Jesus?

Who was Bar-Jesus? Why was he called a “magician”? Was he Jewish? Why did Paul condemn him and call him a “son of the devil”?

Who was Sergius Paulus? Why was he called a “man of intelligence”? Was he interested in hearing about Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett says: “You never know who is going to reject the Gospel or receive the Gospel.”

Why did John Mark leave the other disciples and return to Jerusalem? More on this tomorrow…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 24, 2022

Title: The Sending Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the Acts Forward sermon series this week with a strong and powerful message about our responsibility as Christians to further the Kingdom of God.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:4-52

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How did the Church at Antioch honor God? How did God use the Church at Antioch?

Pastor Jarrett discusses the three characteristics of a sending church:
They are committed to seeking God. How can you grow in faith by seeking God?
They are committed to sending their best. Why is it important for churches to train and send missionaries to all parts of the world? How can YOU be a missionary in your own community?
They are committed to growing the Kingdom of God over their kingdom. Where is the focus of your church – on numbers in the pew or souls in heaven?

Why did the disciples travel to Cyprus? Why did they stop over in Salamis?

NOTE: To view Pastor Jarrett’s map of Paul’s first missionary journey, click here and skip ahead to the 49:00 mark.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 21, 2022

Title: Turning Point
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Before the Christmas break, Pastor Jarrett Stephens and others from CFBC were preaching from the Book of Acts. Pastor Jarrett continues in the series this week with his sermon “Turning Point”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:1-3

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett closes his sermon this week with his own personal testimony about a 21-day fasting.

On Day #5, he wrote down: Dependence + Prayer + Worship + Faith and Trust = Victory

At the end of this particular fast, he wrote: “Lord, you are over everything. You are good. You do good. I trust you, Lord, totally and completely. And now it’s time to walk in trust. I’ve waited on the Lord. Now it’s time to walk with the Lord.”

Fasting Resources:
 https://www.cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/spiritual-growth/fasting/personal-guide-to-fasting.html https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/fasting-for-beginners

Scripture References: Isaiah 6; 2 Chronicles 20:12; Mark 10:29; Psalm 121:7-8; Mark 1:17

Hymn of Invitation: Resurrecting, Elevation Worship

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 20, 2022

Title: Turning Point
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Before the Christmas break, Pastor Jarrett Stephens and others from CFBC were preaching from the Book of Acts. Pastor Jarrett continues in the series this week with his sermon “Turning Point”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:1-3

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FASTING:

Fact: Fasting is mentioned over 70 times in Scripture. It must be important!

What did Jesus preach about fasting?

Who are some people in the Bible who fasted?

What can you fast from? It doesn’t have to be from food; you can fast from technology, the news, certain kinds of music… You can fast from anything! And it doesn’t have to be a full week. Start off slowly and follow God’s voice.

NOTE: For more information about the 100 Day Bible Reading Plan from CFBC, click here. You do not have to be a member of the church to participate.

Scripture References: Matthew 6:16-18; Matthew 9:14-15

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 19, 2022

Title: Turning Point
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Before the Christmas break, Pastor Jarrett Stephens and others from CFBC were preaching from the Book of Acts. Pastor Jarrett continues in the series this week with his sermon “Turning Point”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:1-3

Questions/Issues Discussed:

SEEK AFTER GOD: Through Worship

Worship – a right and willing response to who God is and what He does.

Do you worship while you work? You should be!

Why should we participate in both private and corporate worship? Pastor Jarrett encourages everyone to get back into church as soon possible. Quit staying home – unless you’re sick, of course!


SEEK AFTER GOD: Through Prayer and Fasting

Prayer is communion with God. Prayer connects us with God.

Fasting is abstaining from something physical for a period of time in order to seek God in a deeper more meaningful way. Fasting is starving the flesh and feeding the Spirit.

Alabama Pastor Chris Hodges with Church of the Highlands: “Prayer connects us to God. Fasting disconnects us from the world.”

Bill Bright, former leader of Campus Crusade for Christ: “I believe the power of fasting as it relates to prayer is the spiritual atomic bomb that our Lord has given us to destroy the strongholds of evil and usher in a great revival and spiritual harvest around the world.”


Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches more on the importance of fasting.

Scripture References: Colossians 3:17; Hebrews 10:25; Isaiah 6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 18, 2022

Title: Turning Point
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Before the Christmas break, Pastor Jarrett Stephens and others from CFBC were preaching from the Book of Acts. Pastor Jarrett continues in the series this week with his sermon “Turning Point”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:1-3

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares about the Celebration of Life service he recently presented for a man he greatly respected. This man’s life verse was Matthew 6:33. What is “supernatural secret sauce”? Can this also be called the “jumper cables” to our heart? What is your “spiritual diet”?

SEEK AFTER GOD: Through Worship
Worship – a right and willing response to who God is and what He does. (Pastor Jarrett’s interpretation)
Why should we participate in both private and corporate worship?
What should our attitude be when we worship?
Is there a “right way” to worship?
Can God speak to us through worship?

Scripture References: John 4:24

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 17, 2022

Title: Turning Point
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Before the Christmas break, Pastor Jarrett Stephens and others from CFBC were preaching from the Book of Acts. Pastor Jarrett continues in the series this week with his sermon “Turning Point”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 13:1-3

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does Pastor Jarrett believe that Acts 13 is a pivotal moment in the Church?

When did the Gentiles begin to realize that Jesus was there for them, too (not just the Jews)? How did the Church at Antioch become the catalytic church, advancing the Gospel? How did they commit themselves to God?

Who were the leaders of this Church? Pastor Jarrett takes a few minutes to describe these five leaders: Barnabas, Saul, Simeon, Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen. Why is their background important?

Does your church reflect the diversity of the Church at Antioch? It should! Pastor Jarrett quotes Lloyd J. Ogilvie, a Presbyterian Minister who served as Chaplain of the United States Senate from the 104th through 107th Congresses.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett begins to share how the Church at Antioch sought after God.

Scripture References: Acts 11:26

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 7, 2022

Title: A Blessed Life
Topic: New Year

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

In this week’s message, Pastor Jarrett Stephens reminds us: “The company you keep, plus the counsel you heed, equals the character you produce.” Listen each day as he offers hope and encouragement for the new year in his sermon, “A Blessed Life.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW TO DELIGHT IN GOD’S WORD:
Pray for it. Ponder it. Personalize it. (Pastor Jarrett discussed these on Thursday.)
Practice it. Do it every day. Seek and accept help. And help others.

Pastor Jarrett closes the sermon with an illustration of an oak tree – stable, living, and productive – and chaff – dead and blowing in the wind.

Book Reference: “God’s Best Secrets” by Andrew Murray

Scripture References: Jeremiah 17

Hymn of Invitation: Your Great Name, Natalie Grant

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 6, 2022

Title: A Blessed Life
Topic: New Year

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

In this week’s message, Pastor Jarrett Stephens reminds us: “The company you keep, plus the counsel you heed, equals the character you produce.” Listen each day as he offers hope and encouragement for the new year in his sermon, “A Blessed Life.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW TO HAVE A BLESSED LIFE: Pursue God
When was the last time you pursued God?
Do you delight in His Word?
Do you meditate on His Word? Pastor Jarrett reflects on his courtship with his wife, Debbie…

HOW TO DELIGHT IN GOD’S WORD:
Pray for it. Be honest. Ask for strength and discernment.
Ponder it. Write down God’s Word in a journal. Study it over and over again. It’s not easy! Be disciplined.
Personalize it. Ask God for guidance as you read His Word. Ask God to reveal what He wants you to learn.

Book Reference: “God’s Best Secrets” by Andrew Murray

Scripture References: Psalm 19:7-11; Psalm 119; 1 Peter 2:2; Hebrews 5:12-14

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 5, 2022

Title: A Blessed Life
Topic: New Year

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

In this week’s message, Pastor Jarrett Stephens reminds us: “The company you keep, plus the counsel you heed, equals the character you produce.” Listen each day as he offers hope and encouragement for the new year in his sermon, “A Blessed Life.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HOW TO HAVE A BLESSED LIFE: Avoid Sin

Why are the people we associate with important?

Why is how we spend our time important?

Pastor Jarrett says this: “Sin will take you further than you want to go, keep you longer than you want to stay, and cost you more than you want to pay.” He then has a young man, Brady, come to the stage for an illustration. (Click on the link above and skip to the 46 minute-mark to view the illustration.)

How can being in a right relationship with God help us avoid sin?


HOW TO HAVE A BLESSED LIFE: Pursue God

When was the last time you pursued God?

Do you delight in His Word?


Scripture References: Romans 10:17; Psalm 19:7-11

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 4, 2022

Title: A Blessed Life
Topic: New Year

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

In this week’s message, Pastor Jarrett Stephens reminds us: “The company you keep, plus the counsel you heed, equals the character you produce.” Listen each day as he offers hope and encouragement for the new year in his sermon, “A Blessed Life.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do you make resolutions for the New Year? What are you focused on? How can you be better?

HOW TO HAVE A BLESSED LIFE: Avoid Sin
Pastor Jarrett says this: “Biblical wisdom has as much to do with what we say no to as it does what we say yes to.”
Why is avoiding sin so hard?
Why are the people we associate with important?
Why is how we spend our time important?
Pastor Jarrett says this: “Sin will take you further than you want to go, keep you longer than you want to stay, and cost you more than you want to pay.”

Scripture References: 1 Corinthains 15:33; Proverbs 13:20

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 3, 2022

Title: A Blessed Life
Topic: New Year

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

In this week’s message, Pastor Jarrett Stephens reminds us: “The company you keep, plus the counsel you heed, equals the character you produce.” Listen each day as he offers hope and encouragement for the new year in his sermon, “A Blessed Life.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Psalm 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares how thankful he is about the new people added to the Champion Forest family over the past year. He also shares about some of the new initiatives they have started, like the seminary residency program, and some of the great things the church has done, such as expanding the work of the Hispanic ministry at CFBC.

NOTE: Click here for more information about the special Israel Trip 2022.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 31, 2021

Title: For All the People
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his short Christmas series “Good News”, focusing on the Good News for all the people.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Have you RECEIVED the gift of Jesus? Pastor Jarrett preached on this yesterday…

Do you ENJOY the gift of Jesus? Remember: God enjoys US! We should enjoy His gift for us!

When was the last time you GIFTED the gift of Jesus? When you have Good News, you SHARE it!

Scripture References: Psalm 16:11

Hymn of Invitation: Here I Am to Worship (Hillsong)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 30, 2021

Title: For All the People
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his short Christmas series “Good News”, focusing on the Good News for all the people.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was told first about the birth of Jesus (obviously after Mary and Joseph and Elizabeth)?

Why did Wise Men pay a visit to Jesus?

Why did God choose Mary and Joseph to be Jesus’ parents? Were they religious people? Did they still need a Savior? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “You can be the most religious person in the world, but if you don’t have a personal relationship with Jesus, you, too, need a Savior.”

Have you RECEIVED the gift of Jesus? (Luke 2:11) “Jesus is a gift with YOUR name on it!” Pastor Jarrett says.

Do you ENJOY the gift of Jesus? Remember: God enjoys US! We should enjoy His gift for us!

Scripture References: Luke 1:46-47; John 1:12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 29, 2021

Title: For All the People
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his short Christmas series “Good News”, focusing on the Good News for all the people.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Simeon? Why was he waiting for Jesus?

We know Jesus came for all the people. What did Jesus say about his ministry? Did he say he came for all the people, or just certain groups/people? Pastor Jarrett rattles of Scripture after Scripture, reminding us that ALL people qualify to be a part of God’s family…

Who was told first about the birth of Jesus (obviously after Mary and Joseph and Elizabeth)?

Who were some of the people in the genealogy of Jesus? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that not all of his relatives were “good” people…

Scripture References: Luke 2:27-32; Matthew 8; Luke 17; John 4: Matthew 15; Matthew 8; Matthew 28:19; Acts (the whole book!); Matthew 1 (genealogy of Jesus); Number 24:17

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 28, 2021

Title: For All the People
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his short Christmas series “Good News”, focusing on the Good News for all the people.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was the result of The Fall?

Why is the beginning just as important as the end?

Was Jesus ever meant to be a secret?

Jesus came for all the people, but who did he come to first? Did this people group accept or reject Jesus? Do they still feel the same about Jesus?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues to read from Luke 2, revealing once again how Jesus was the gift for all the people.

Scripture References: Genesis 3:15; Genesis 12:1-3; Romans 9:4-5; Romans 1:16; John 1:11

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 27, 2021

Title: For All the People
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his short Christmas series “Good News”, focusing on the Good News for all the people.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is the Good News for all the people? Is it truly universal?

Is God really the “perfect gift”? Pastor Jarrett shares how much the “12 Days of Christmas” gifts would cost in today’s economy, reminding us that God is priceless!

Why is the beginning just as important as the end?

What was the result of The Fall? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: John 3:16; Genesis 3:15

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 24, 2021

Title: Great Joy
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

When you think about Christmas, what comes to mind? Probably JOY, which is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week. He preaches on why we can have joy, using the three titles given to Jesus: Savior, Christ, and Lord.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett Stephens has been the pastor of Champion Forest for one year. He continues to share about the “honeymoon stage” in today’s closing segment.

Do you have JOY knowing that Jesus is Savior, Christ, and Lord?

Hymn of Invitation: Jesus Messiah (Chris Tomlin)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 23, 2021

Title: Great Joy
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

When you think about Christmas, what comes to mind? Probably JOY, which is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week. He preaches on why we can have joy, using the three titles given to Jesus: Savior, Christ, and Lord.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WE HAVE JOY BECAUSE WE HAVE CHRIST: We have a God who keeps His promise.
How many prophecies point to the birth of Jesus? Were they fulfilled?
Has anyone ever broken a promise to you? Remember: God never will!

WE HAVE JOY BECAUSE WE HAVE A LORD: We have a God who reigns.
What happened when Jesus was born? What changed?
How many times did Luke write about “Lord”?
Was Caesar Augustus’s decree a coincidence? NOTE: This is a trick question because there is no such thing as a coincidence!

Pastor Jarrett will continue to share about his “honeymoon stage” with Champion Forest tomorrow…

Scripture References: Hebrews 13:5; Matthew 11:28; Isaiah 26:3; Romans 10:9-10

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 22, 2021

Title: Great Joy
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

When you think about Christmas, what comes to mind? Probably JOY, which is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week. He preaches on why we can have joy, using the three titles given to Jesus: Savior, Christ, and Lord.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WE HAVE JOY BECAUSE WE HAVE CHRIST: We have a God who keeps His promise.

What does Christ mean?
Was Jesus the fulfillment of God’s promise?
How many prophecies point to the birth of Jesus? Were they fulfilled?
Has anyone ever broken a promise to you? Remember: God never will!

Scripture References: Micah 5:2; Isaiah 7:14; Genesis chapters 12, 28, 29; Matthew 1; Luke 3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 21, 2021

Title: Great Joy
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

When you think about Christmas, what comes to mind? Probably JOY, which is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week. He preaches on why we can have joy, using the three titles given to Jesus: Savior, Christ, and Lord.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WE HAVE JOY BECAUSE WE HAVE A SAVIOR: We have a God who saves.

What does Savior mean?

Was Israel familiar with the word Savior? Were they waiting for him to come?

Who was in control of the Roman Empire at the time of the birth of Jesus? What was he demanding of the people?

Are you in a waiting season? Pastor Jarrett says: “Don’t waste your wait. God is working behind the scenes. He will come through.”

When was the last time you had JOY? Can you remember the JOY you felt when you were saved? Who can you share that JOY with today?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 20, 2021

Title: Great Joy
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

When you think about Christmas, what comes to mind? Probably JOY, which is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week. He preaches on why we can have joy, using the three titles given to Jesus: Savior, Christ, and Lord.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does the Good News bring Great Joy? Pastor Jarrett calls it MEGA JOY!

WE HAVE JOY BECAUSE WE HAVE A SAVIOR: We have a God who saves.
What does Savior mean?
Why did Jesus come to earth? What was God’s purpose and plan?
Was Israel familiar with the word Savior? Pastor Jarrett mentions several Old Testament people and groups…

Scripture References: Matthew 2:9-10; Luke 1:44; Matthew 1:21; Luke 19:10

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 17, 2021

Title: Good News: A Savior is Born
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his short Christmas sermon series this week with The Good News. He focuses on three bullet points:
- The Context of the Good News,
- The Content of the Good News, and
- Why we should Contemplate the Good News.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CONTEMPLATE THE GOOD NEWS
What is our responsibility concerning the Good News?
Pastor Jarrett preached on receiving and celebrating the Good News on Thursday…
When was the last time you shared the Good News? Remember: People around you are in desperate need of the best news ever! What are you waiting for?
Pastor Jarrett shares why he gave each of the Champion Forest staff members an empty picture frame.

Scripture References: Proverbs 25:25

Hymn of Invitation: O Come Let Us Adore Him

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 16, 2021

Title: Good News: A Savior is Born
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his short Christmas sermon series this week with The Good News. He focuses on three bullet points:
- The Context of the Good News,
- The Content of the Good News, and
- Why we should Contemplate the Good News.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CONTEMPLATE THE GOOD NEWS
Pastor Jarrett shares a hilarious story about the greatest gift he has ever received…
What is actually the greatest gift we could ever receive?
What is our responsibility concerning the Good News?
Have you received the Good News? Remember: The Good News is for EVERY PERSON!

SIDE BAR: What is the Door of Humility? This is really interesting – and important!
Do you celebrate the Good News?

Scripture References: John 3:16; Tomans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 1:12

NOTE: If you would like to join Champion Forest on their trip to Israel next Christmas, click here for more information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 15, 2021

Title: Good News: A Savior is Born
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his short Christmas sermon series this week with The Good News. He focuses on three bullet points:
- The Context of the Good News,
- The Content of the Good News, and
- Why we should Contemplate the Good News.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CONTEXT OF THE GOOD NEWS
Who, what, when, where, and why? (Pastor Jarrett discussed this on Monday and Tuesday.)
Why did God choose Bethlehem to announce the Good News?
Why did God choose shepherds to spread the Good News?

CONTENT OF THE GOOD NEWS
What is the message of the Good News?
Why is Jesus called the Savior?
Why is Jesus called Christ?
Why is Jesus called Lord?

Is the Good New still Good News today?

Max Lucado once wrote: “The omnipotent, in one instant, made himself breakable. He, who had been spirit, became pierceable. He, who was larger than the universe, became an embryo. And he, who sustains the world with a word, chose us to be dependent upon nourishment of a young girl. God as a fetus. Holiness sleeping in a womb.”

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 1:25-28; Matthew 1:21

NOTE: If you would like to join Champion Forest on their trip to Israel next Christmas, click here for more information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 14, 2021

Title: Good News: A Savior is Born
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his short Christmas sermon series this week with The Good News. He focuses on three bullet points:
- The Context of the Good News,
- The Content of the Good News, and
- Why we should Contemplate the Good News.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CONTEXT OF THE GOOD NEWS
Who, what, when, where, and why?
What was the announcement the angels proclaimed? Pastor Jarrett sums it up in one word: incarnation.
FACT: There are only 3 times that the angels sang. (Job 38:6; Luke 2:13-14; Revelation 5:9-10)
When did the announcement of the Good News happen? Pastor Jarrett shares the reason why the announcement had to wait…
Where did the announcement take place?
What is the significance of Bethlehem?

Scripture References: Galatians 4:4; Genesis 12; Micah 5:2

NOTE: If you would like to join Champion Forest on their trip to Israel next Christmas, click here for more information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 13, 2021

Title: Good News: A Savior is Born
Topic: The Good News

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins his short Christmas sermon series this week with The Good News. He focuses on three bullet points:
- The Context of the Good News,
- The Content of the Good News, and
- Why we should Contemplate the Good News.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Luke 2:10-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon sharing some fun birth announcements he found on the internet. You can click on the link above to view the pictures…

CONTEXT OF THE GOOD NEWS
Who, what, when, where, and why?
Who announced the Good News?
Why was the announcement by the angels so significant?

Fun Fact: Angels are referenced about 300 times in the Bible, but there are no more than 25 appearances of angels mentioned. Four of those angelic appearances are during the story of the birth of Jesus.

NOTE: If you would like to join Champion Forest on their trip to Israel next Christmas, click here for more information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 10, 2021

Title: Livin’ on a Prayer
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens wraps up the sermon series on the Book of Acts this week with his sermon entitled “Livin’ on a Prayer” (yes, like the Bon Jovi song).

This week, he reminds us that we can trust God in the midst of trouble, pain, and confusion.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 12:1-19

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THREE TRUTHS ABOUT PRAYER:
Prayer demonstrates trust. Pastor Jarrett urges us to hit our knees on a daily basis.
Prayer develops trust. Pastor Jarrett explains that prayer is like a muscle: the more we work it out, the stronger it gets.
Prayer deepens trust. Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we get our peace from prayer.

Scripture References: Philippians 4:6-7

Hymn of Invitation: Until My Voice is Gone (Travis Ryan)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 9, 2021

Title: Livin’ on a Prayer
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens wraps up the sermon series on the Book of Acts this week with his sermon entitled “Livin’ on a Prayer” (yes, like the Bon Jovi song).

This week, he reminds us that we can trust God in the midst of trouble, pain, and confusion.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 12:1-19

Questions/Issues Discussed:

TRUST GOD IN THE MIDST OF CONFUSION (vs 4-6)
What did the angel say to Peter?
What did Peter do after the angel came to him?
What was the Church doing while Peter was in prison?
Do you sometimes feel like God is answering everyone else’s prayers but yours? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that prayer works! Trust Him!

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares three truths about prayer.

Book Reference: The Christmas Tag, by Linda Atkins

Scripture References: Deuteronomy 29:29; Isaiah 55:8-9; Isaiah 26:3; 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 8, 2021

Title: Livin’ on a Prayer
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens wraps up the sermon series on the Book of Acts this week with his sermon entitled “Livin’ on a Prayer” (yes, like the Bon Jovi song).

This week, he reminds us that we can trust God in the midst of trouble, pain, and confusion.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 12:1-19

Questions/Issues Discussed:

TRUST GOD IN THE MIDST OF PAIN (vs 2-3)
Do you trust God in the good AND bad times?
Why did King Herod mock the Christians?

TRUST GOD IN THE MIDST OF CONFUSION (vs 4-6)
Do you sometimes think God doesn’t answer your prayers? Stop it! He always has a plan!
Peter had a feeling that he was going to be killed by the sword like James. How could he sleep, knowing his death was near?
Did Peter pass God’s “test”?
What did the angel say to Peter?
What did Peter do after the angel came to him?
What was the Church doing while Peter was in prison?

Pastor Jarrett offers some encouraging Scripture for you to look up: Deuteronomy 8:2; Jeremiah 17:10; Psalm 7:9; Psalm 11:4-5; Psalm 66:10; Proverbs 17:3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 7, 2021

Title: Livin’ on a Prayer
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens wraps up the sermon series on the Book of Acts this week with his sermon entitled “Livin’ on a Prayer” (yes, like the Bon Jovi song).

This week, he reminds us that we can trust God in the midst of trouble, pain, and confusion.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 12:1-19

Questions/Issues Discussed:

TRUST GOD IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE (vs 1)
Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett reminded us of who persecuted the Early Church. Today he continues to explain who King Herod was and what he and his family did to Christians. He also was pretty mean to his own family…

What game was King Herod playing with the people? Did he play this game everywhere he went?

TRUST GOD IN THE MIDST OF PAIN (vs 2-3)
Why is it hard to trust God when we are in pain, especially emotionally?
Why did King Herod kill James?
Why did King Herod put Peter in prison?
How did these events effect the disciples?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 6, 2021

Title: Livin’ on a Prayer
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens wraps up the sermon series on the Book of Acts this week with his sermon entitled “Livin’ on a Prayer” (yes, like the Bon Jovi song).

This week, he reminds us that we can trust God in the midst of trouble, pain, and confusion.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 12:1-19

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett references a list of “101 Reasons to Be Thankful You Grew Up in the 70s and 80s”.

TRUST AND ENTRUST
Why does Pastor Jarrett say that these two words are the theme of the Bible?
Is it easy to believe when life is good, but hard when life is difficult?

TRUST GOD IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE (vs 1)
The Early Church experienced much persecution. Have you ever felt intense persecution for your faith?
Who persecuted the Early Church?
Who was King Herod? How did he persecute the Early Church? Tune in tomorrow for more on this king.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 19, 2021

Title: A Life Changed
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

“When you combine living out the message of Jesus in a true and authentic way with proclaiming the message of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, the results are always going to be changed lives.” – Pastor Jarrett Stephens.

Sometimes it is easy to forget what our lives were like before we found Christ. Pastor Jarrett warns to NEVER “get over” seeing lives changed through Jesus Christ.

This week, he focuses on three aspects of Paul’s life:
Paul before Jesus
Paul meets Jesus
Paul after Jesus

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 9:1-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PAUL AFTER JESUS:

Were people confused about Paul’s heart change?

When is the last time YOU told someone about your life-changing experience when you met Jesus? Pastor Jarrett challenges everyone to share their “I met Jesus” story with at least one person this week.

Hymn of Invitation: Who You Say I Am (Hillsong)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 18, 2021

Title: A Life Changed
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

“When you combine living out the message of Jesus in a true and authentic way with proclaiming the message of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, the results are always going to be changed lives.” – Pastor Jarrett Stephens.

Sometimes it is easy to forget what our lives were like before we found Christ. Pastor Jarrett warns to NEVER “get over” seeing lives changed through Jesus Christ.

This week, he focuses on three aspects of Paul’s life:
Paul before Jesus
Paul meets Jesus
Paul after Jesus

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 9:1-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PAUL MEETS JESUS:

Can Jesus really change your life? Pastor Jarrett says: “Religion doesn’t change anyone. Religion doesn’t make one right with God. Only a relationship with Jesus will change your life.”

Who was Ananias? How did he help Paul after he met Jesus?

What did God tell Ananias? Was he obedient?

Why it is important to be baptized? When should this happen?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett concludes his sermon with Paul’s life after Jesus…

Side Bar: Do you desire to be used by God? Are you available to God?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 17, 2021

Title: A Life Changed
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

“When you combine living out the message of Jesus in a true and authentic way with proclaiming the message of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, the results are always going to be changed lives.” – Pastor Jarrett Stephens.

Sometimes it is easy to forget what our lives were like before we found Christ. Pastor Jarrett warns to NEVER “get over” seeing lives changed through Jesus Christ.

This week, he focuses on three aspects of Paul’s life:
Paul before Jesus
Paul meets Jesus
Paul after Jesus

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 9:1-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares a tear-jerking story about a young woman who he never thought would give her life to Jesus.

PAUL MEETS JESUS:
How does God get our attention?
What is YOUR “I met Jesus” story?
How did Paul meet Jesus?
Did Paul realize he had just met Jesus (God)?

Can Jesus really give you everything you need? Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “Jesus is the only one in life that doesn’t over promise and under deliver.” Billy Graham once stated: “The converted person will love the good he once hated and hate the sin he once loved.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 16, 2021

Title: A Life Changed
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

“When you combine living out the message of Jesus in a true and authentic way with proclaiming the message of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, the results are always going to be changed lives.” – Pastor Jarrett Stephens.

Sometimes it is easy to forget what our lives were like before we found Christ. Pastor Jarrett warns to NEVER “get over” seeing lives changed through Jesus Christ.

This week, he focuses on three aspects of Paul’s life:
Paul before Jesus
Paul meets Jesus
Paul after Jesus

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 9:1-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PAUL BEFORE JESUS:
What did Paul do to Christians?
What was his name before he found Christ?
Why should WE not pass judgment on Paul? Are WE not like him in some ways?
What did Paul say about his past?
Who was Paul’s mentor?
What was Paul’s opinion of the disciples?
Was Paul just doing what he was taught?

Is anyone too far away from God to be saved? Pastor Jarrett says: “If God can save Paul, he can save anybody! No one is too far away from the grace and mercy and love of God. No one.”

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett finishes his story about the barista at the coffee shop he frequented in Dallas.

Scripture References: Acts 8:1 and 3; Philippians 3:4; Acts 5; Galatians 1:14; 1 Timothy 1:16

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 15, 2021

Title: A Life Changed
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

“When you combine living out the message of Jesus in a true and authentic way with proclaiming the message of Jesus and the Holy Spirit, the results are always going to be changed lives.” – Pastor Jarrett Stephens.

Sometimes it is easy to forget what our lives were like before we found Christ. Pastor Jarrett warns to NEVER “get over” seeing lives changed through Jesus Christ.

This week, he focuses on three aspects of Paul’s life:
Paul before Jesus
Paul meets Jesus
Paul after Jesus

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 9:1-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was the Early Church like? Were they dormant – or were they on the move?

How many people were saved from Peter’s preaching? HINT: A lot!

PRAISE REPORT: 112 people across three of the Champion Forest Campuses were baptized last week! Amen!

Who was Paul? What was his life like before he found Christ? What did he achieve for Christ and the advancement of the Gospel? Pastor Jarret quotes author and commentator Lloyd J. Ogilvie: “Paul is the most important human being who ever lived. He led the church into a worldwide movement, formulated its theology, and shaped its destiny.” (Listen for the full quote.)

Scripture References: Acts 7:58; Acts 8:1 and 3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 12, 2021

Title: What to do When God Says GO
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What does the word “go” mean to you? Pastor Jarrett sums up the sermon this week with this sentence: “Good things happen when God says GO.” But there’s so much more!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 8:5-8;26-40

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett sums up the sermon this week with this sentence: “Good things happen when God says GO --- and we don’t say NO!”

He shares 4 pictures – 4 stories – of people who said YES to Jesus. You can view the testimonies at the link above; skip ahead to the 50-minute mark. You can also view the AMAZING baptisms that occurred last Sunday at Champion Forest. To God be the glory!

Hymn of Invitation: Only King Forever (Elevation Worship)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 11, 2021

Title: What to do When God Says GO
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What does the word “go” mean to you? Pastor Jarrett sums up the sermon this week with this sentence: “Good things happen when God says GO.” But there’s so much more!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 8:5-8;26-40

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why was the man Philip met so EXCITED to see water? Did he want to get baptized?

Why is baptism so important? When should baptism happen? NOTE: It’s NEVER too late! If you want to be baptized, contact your church TODAY! Pastor Jarrett shares some encouraging Scriptures…

Remember the statement Pastor Jarrett made at the beginning of the sermon? Here it is again, with the ending: “Good things happen when God says GO --- and we don’t say NO!”

What would have happened in Philip says NO to God? What has happened in YOUR life when you’ve said NO? Will you say YES today?

Scripture References: Acts 2:41; Acts 10; Acts 16

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 10, 2021

Title: What to do When God Says GO
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What does the word “go” mean to you? Pastor Jarrett sums up the sermon this week with this sentence: “Good things happen when God says GO.” But there’s so much more!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 8:5-8;26-40

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Philip was EXCITED when he saw the Ethiopian asking questions. He was EXCITED to get to share the Gospel with him. When is the last time you witnessed to someone? Were you EXCITED? Be EXCITED! It’s the best thing in the world!

Does everything in the Bible point to Jesus? You bet it does! Pastor Jarrett gets really EXCITED about this!

Why was the man so EXCITED to see water?

Scripture References: Luke 23:27-32; Romans 10:17; Romans 6:3-4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 9, 2021

Title: What to do When God Says GO
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What does the word “go” mean to you? Pastor Jarrett sums up the sermon this week with this sentence: “Good things happen when God says GO.” But there’s so much more!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 8:5-8;26-40

Questions/Issues Discussed:

When God told Philip to go to the dessert, what did he do?

Who did Philip meet in Jerusalem?

Are you like the Ethiopian that Philip met? Do you sometimes struggle to understand God’s purpose?

Do you believe in coincidences? Or do you believe in God’s divine appointments? Just something to think about…

Why was the Ethiopian confused as he read the scroll? How did Philip help him understand?

Scripture References: Deuteronomy 23:1; Isaiah 53

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

November 8, 2021

Title: What to do When God Says GO
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What does the word “go” mean to you? Pastor Jarrett sums up the sermon this week with this sentence: “Good things happen when God says GO.” But there’s so much more!

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 8:5-8;26-40

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FACT: The word GO is mentioned about 1500 times in Scripture! What did Jesus say to do? What did God say to do? GO!

Who was Philip? Why did he go to Samaria? At this time, did the Samarians and Jews get along?

Was Philip well-received by the Samarians?

Scripture References: Acts 6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 29, 2021

Title: Stephen: A Faithful Witness
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Are you passionate about Jesus? Are you living in community with other believers? Are you doing your part? Does Champion Forest reflect the Early Church?

This week Pastor Jarrett shares his heart about this series in Acts and the big picture/dream he has for CFBC. He uses Stephen as an example of how God can use an ordinary person to accomplish His purposes.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:8-7:60

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What reward are you looking for? Material wealth? A good job? A loving family? What reward do you deserve?

In closing his sermon, Pastor Jarrett shares a story about his high school baseball coach. It is a funny and touching story.

Hymn of Invitation: House of the Lord (Phil Wickham)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 28, 2021

Title: Stephen: A Faithful Witness
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Are you passionate about Jesus? Are you living in community with other believers? Are you doing your part? Does Champion Forest reflect the Early Church?

This week Pastor Jarrett shares his heart about this series in Acts and the big picture/dream he has for CFBC. He uses Stephen as an example of how God can use an ordinary person to accomplish His purposes.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:8-7:60

Questions/Issues Discussed:

QUESTION #3: How does God reward ordinary people who faithfully and obediently help accomplish His purposes?

STEPHEN: A MAN OF COURAGE
Why were the people so enraged with Stephen?
Was Stephen speaking the truth?
What is one of the many differences between Satan and the Holy Spirit? Satan condemns; the Holy Spirit convicts.
What did the people do to Stephen?
Before he died, what did Stephen cry out?
Was Stephen’s death a tragedy or a triumph?
How did Stephen’s death advance the spread of the Gospel?

Scripture References: John 16:8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 27, 2021

Title: Stephen: A Faithful Witness
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Are you passionate about Jesus? Are you living in community with other believers? Are you doing your part? Does Champion Forest reflect the Early Church?

This week Pastor Jarrett shares his heart about this series in Acts and the big picture/dream he has for CFBC. He uses Stephen as an example of how God can use an ordinary person to accomplish His purposes.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:8-7:60

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Dallas Theological Seminary Professor Howard Hendricks: “A belief is something you will argue about. A conviction is something you will die for.”

STEPHEN: A MAN OF CONVICTION

Are there similarities between Stephen and Jesus?

How did Stephen respond when he was confronted and accused?

Did he hold anything back? OR did he tell it like it was with hard-hitting truth?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us of the difficult tasks that Abraham, Moses, Noah, Daniel, Mary, Peter, and John all faced. He says: “Come on in. The water is warm! It will be revealed whether or not you have character and conviction for Jesus.”

EDITOR’S NOTE: If you click on the link above, you will see Pastor Jarrett’s “Luther Halloween Costume” at around the 1-hour and 16-minute mark. You don’t want to miss it! It is so funny!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 26, 2021

Title: Stephen: A Faithful Witness
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Are you passionate about Jesus? Are you living in community with other believers? Are you doing your part? Does Champion Forest reflect the Early Church?

This week Pastor Jarrett shares his heart about this series in Acts and the big picture/dream he has for CFBC. He uses Stephen as an example of how God can use an ordinary person to accomplish His purposes.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:8-7:60

Questions/Issues Discussed:

QUESTION #2: Why does God often assign ordinary people difficult tasks to help accomplish His purposes?

STEPHEN: A MAN OF CHARACTER
How did God use Stephen? What was he asked to do? Did he do it willingly?
How do you respond when you are asked to do a seemingly small assignment? Are you willing to do the “little things” in the name of Jesus?
Was the Gospel advancing rapidly throughout many countries?
How was God working in Stephen’s life during this time? Why was Stephen being persecuted?
Are there similarities between Stephen and Jesus?
How did Stephen respond when he was confronted and accused?

Will God ever give you more than you can handle? Absolutely! Will God walk with you through whatever comes your way? Absolutely!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 25, 2021

Title: Stephen: A Faithful Witness
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Are you passionate about Jesus? Are you living in community with other believers? Are you doing your part? Does Champion Forest reflect the Early Church?

This week Pastor Jarrett shares his heart about this series in Acts and the big picture/dream he has for CFBC. He uses Stephen as an example of how God can use an ordinary person to accomplish His purposes.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:8-7:60

Questions/Issues Discussed:

QUESTION #1: How does God use ordinary people who are filled with His Holy Spirit to accomplish His purposes?

Revivalist Leanord Ravenhill: “The greatest miracle that God can do today is take an unholy man out of an unholy world and make that man holy and put him back into the unholy world and keep him holy in it.”


STEPHEN: A MAN OF CHARACTER

How did God use Stephen?
Why was he in Jerusalem?
What stood out about Stephen?
Was he a “super saint”?
What was he asked to do?
Did he do it willingly?

How do you respond when you are asked to do a seemingly small assignment?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 22, 2021

Title: Jerusalem, We Have a Problem
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett received a fantastic phone call from astronaut Shane Kimbrough FROM OUTER SPACE! This phone call reminded him of Apollo 13 and the famous words Jim Lovell spoke, “Houston, we have a problem”, which led him to this week’s sermon, “Jerusalem, We Have a Problem.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:1-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The Early Church in Jerusalem had a RESULT (vs 7)

How can confronting problems grow the church?
Why is it important to come together?
Is it equally important to work together?
Why is dissention the biggest threat to a God-honoring church?
What should our response be to that dissention?

Hymn of Invitation: House of the Lord (Phil Wickham)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 21, 2021

Title: Jerusalem, We Have a Problem
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett received a fantastic phone call from astronaut Shane Kimbrough FROM OUTER SPACE! This phone call reminded him of Apollo 13 and the famous words Jim Lovell spoke, “Houston, we have a problem”, which led him to this week’s sermon, “Jerusalem, We Have a Problem.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:1-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The Early Church in Jerusalem had a SOLUTION (vs 2-6)

Why were the deacons thought of as “less than”? Were they actually pretty important?

What were the criteria to be a deacon?

Pastor Jarrett shares about the special service they recently had to ordain new deacons and discusses some of their responsibilities in the church… Are the deacons the only ones called to serve in the church? HINT: Absolutely not! It’s everyone’s job! Pastor Jarrett shares a football fable to explain why everyone has a job to do within (and outside!) the church.

Why does Champion Forest model their church after the Early Church?

Scripture References: 1 Timothy 3:8-12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 20, 2021

Title: Jerusalem, We Have a Problem
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett received a fantastic phone call from astronaut Shane Kimbrough FROM OUTER SPACE! This phone call reminded him of Apollo 13 and the famous words Jim Lovell spoke, “Houston, we have a problem”, which led him to this week’s sermon, “Jerusalem, We Have a Problem.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:1-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The Early Church in Jerusalem had a PROBLEM (vs 1)

How does God feel about murmuring?
Pastor Jarrett warns us to not add fire to the flame – don’t gossip!

The Early Church in Jerusalem had a SOLUTION (vs 2-6)

What was their solution to the problem the Hellenists faced?
Why didn’t they allow their different opinions to divide them?
Pastor Jarrett shares some of the core ideas of Champion Forest and explains why they lead this way.
Why were the deacons thought of as “less than”? Were they actually pretty important?

Scripture References: Numbers 11:1-2; Numbers 21:4-6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 19, 2021

Title: Jerusalem, We Have a Problem
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett received a fantastic phone call from astronaut Shane Kimbrough FROM OUTER SPACE! This phone call reminded him of Apollo 13 and the famous words Jim Lovell spoke, “Houston, we have a problem”, which led him to this week’s sermon, “Jerusalem, We Have a Problem.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:1-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The Early Church in Jerusalem had a PROBLEM (vs 1)

How did the Early Church deal with the problems they faced?

How should WE deal with the problems WE face today – both individually and corporately?

What is the difference between opposition and dissention?

Who were the “Hellenists”? What separated them from the Hebrews?

Commentator John Phillips once stated: “The tension between Hebrews and Hellenists went back a long time, to the very beginning of the Hellenist Period, when the brilliant world of Greek thought and culture burst upon the Jews and threatened to destroy Judaism, both with its philosophy and by its persecution.”

What were the Hellenists complaining about? Did the Hebrews have the same problem?

How does God feel about murmuring?

Scripture References: Numbers 11:1-2; Numbers 21:4-6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 18, 2021

Title: Jerusalem, We Have a Problem
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett received a fantastic phone call from astronaut Shane Kimbrough FROM OUTER SPACE! This phone call reminded him of Apollo 13 and the famous words Jim Lovell spoke, “Houston, we have a problem”, which led him to this week’s sermon, “Jerusalem, We Have a Problem.”

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 6:1-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

The Early Church in Jerusalem had a PROBLEM (vs 1)

What was the problem facing the Early Church?

What other problems had the Early Church faced previously?

How did the Early Church deal with the problems they faced?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 15, 2021

Title: An Example to Follow
Topic: Philippians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs for Mark Lanier this week, teaching on Paul’s example that we should follow. Are YOU a godly, healthy example that people can follow?


To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ video for this lesson, click here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3:17-4:1


If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Paul had a lot of crowning achievements. The ESV has this written next to Philippians 4:1 “The Philippians spiritual success would be Paul’s crowning achievement.”

The average person lives 75 years on earth. That is 27,375 days to make a difference for Jesus.

What or who will be YOUR crowning achievement?

POINTS TO PONDER:
What kind of example am I?
Where is my focus and attention?

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jailbreak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What can we learn from the Early Church about storming the gates of hell? Is the Church still storming the gates of hell today? This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon, “Jailbreak” this week in the sermon series “Forward: A Study Through Acts”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 5:12-42

Questions/Issues Discussed:

OPPOSITION = AN OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE JESUS
Why didn’t the disciples stop sharing about Jesus?
Who was the Pharisee named Gamaliel? How did he “save” the disciples?
What did the disciples do after they were beaten?
Why did they continue to share the Gospel?
Would YOU continue to share the Gospel if you suffered the same opposition the disciples did?

Hymn of Invitation: Joy Comes in the Morning

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 14, 2021

Title: An Example to Follow
Topic: Philippians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs for Mark Lanier this week, teaching on Paul’s example that we should follow. Are YOU a godly, healthy example that people can follow?


To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ video for this lesson, click here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3:17-4:1


If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who are the “enemies of the cross of Christ”? Why did Paul warn the people of Philippi of these enemies? Why did Paul call them enemies of the cross? How can enemies damage our example?

What else did Paul write about these enemies? Just how “bad” were they? Are you acting like those enemies or are you acting like Paul?

Paul wrote a lot about heaven. What was his infatuation with heaven? Was his motivation in heaven? Are you infatuated with heaven? Are you motivated for heaven?

SOME THINGS THAT ARE IN HEAVEN:
Membership in Christ’s Kingdom (John 18)
Our names (Revelation 13)
Our Inheritance (1 Peter 1)
Our reward (Matthew 5)
Our treasure (Matthew 6)
Former saints (Hebrews 12)
Our Savior 1 (Thessalonians 4)

Think about this: If you want to make a difference like Paul did, then get your mind and heart set on heaven.

Scripture References: Matthew 7:13-14; 2 Corinthians 11:25

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jailbreak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What can we learn from the Early Church about storming the gates of hell? Is the Church still storming the gates of hell today? This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon, “Jailbreak” this week in the sermon series “Forward: A Study Through Acts”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 5:12-42

Questions/Issues Discussed:

OPPOSITION = AN OPPORTUNITY TO OBEY JESUS

How did God deliver the disciples from their opposition?

Pastor Jarrett passionately says: “You don’t have life if you don’t have Jesus” and then he shares Scripture after Scripture about life in Jesus….

Scripture References: John 1:4; John 3:16; John 6:35; John 8:12; John 10:10; John 11:25; John 14:6; John 20:30-31; 1 John 5:12

JESUS = LIFE

When and how did the disciples obey Jesus?

How would your life change if you obeyed Jesus immediately? Would it be a game-changer?

Charles Stanley: “Obey God and let him worry about the consequences.”

Why should we obey Jesus?

What did the Sanhedrin do when they realized the disciples were not in jail anymore? Were they confused? Did they try to stop the disciples again?

Scripture References: Acts 5:21; John 14:15

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 13, 2021

Title: An Example to Follow
Topic: Philippians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs for Mark Lanier this week, teaching on Paul’s example that we should follow. Are YOU a godly, healthy example that people can follow?


To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ video for this lesson, click here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3:17-4:1


If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares how he had the opportunity to write endorsements for books for two friends who have amazing “overcomer” stories…

Why does our example how such power?

HOW TO LIVE A LIFE WORTHY OF BEING AN EXAMPLE – Look for these in Scripture:
Promises to claim
Blessings to enjoy
Teachings to learn
Commands to obey
Sins to forsake
Examples to follow

Do you sometimes read Scripture and don’t understand what you read? Do you just skip it or research it? Pastor Jarrett urges us ask someone with more theological knowledge what it means! You’ll never guess who he turns to for answers!

Who has been an example to you? Have you ever thanked them? Send them a note today! Pastor Jarrett shares some of the people he has looked up to over his lifetime…

Scripture References: Ephesians 1

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jailbreak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What can we learn from the Early Church about storming the gates of hell? Is the Church still storming the gates of hell today? This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon, “Jailbreak” this week in the sermon series “Forward: A Study Through Acts”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 5:12-42

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Opposition comes in many forms. What opposition are you facing today? What can we gain from opposition? What can we learn from opposition?

OPPOSITION = AN OPPORTUNITY TO TRUST JESUS

The apostles did exactly what Jesus told them to do. What happened when they obeyed?

Warren Wiersbe: “It is an honor and a privilege to suffer with Christ and be treated by the world the way it treated Him. "The fellowship of His sufferings" is a gift from God. Not every believer grows to the point where God can trust him with this kind of experience, so we ought to rejoice when the privilege comes to us.”

Why does Satan put us through trials?

What does Jesus put us through tests?

Scripture References: 1 Peter 1:6-7; James 1:2-4

OPPOSITION = AN OPPORTUNITY TO OBEY JESUS

How did God deliver the disciples from their opposition?

Pastor Jarrett passionately says: “You don’t have life if you don’t have Jesus.”

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares more Scripture about life in Jesus….

Scripture References: John 1:4; John 3:16; John 6:35; John 8:12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts. /strong>

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 12, 2021

Title: An Example to Follow
Topic: Philippians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs for Mark Lanier this week, teaching on Paul’s example that we should follow. Are YOU a godly, healthy example that people can follow?


To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ video for this lesson, click here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3:17-4:1


If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What/who did Paul tell us to imitate?

Are YOU an example worth following? If people put your life under a microscope, would they see Jesus?

Jarrett recalls something that his dad did when they would be on long road trips. This is a great story! You don’t want to miss it.

POEM: “See a Sermon”

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jailbreak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What can we learn from the Early Church about storming the gates of hell? Is the Church still storming the gates of hell today? This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon, “Jailbreak” this week in the sermon series “Forward: A Study Through Acts”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 5:12-42

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Opposition = Opportunity

What was the opposition that the Early Church faced?

Why were the Sanhedrin jealous of the disciples? What did they do in retaliation?

What opposition does the Church face today?

How are we to tackles opposition? Pastor Jarrett uses another football analogy. He also says this:
“Sometimes God allows persecution and opposition to come to believers. And sometimes God appoints persecution and opposition to come to believers. Either way, persecution and opposition should serve to strengthen our trust in and dependance on God and grow our faith in him.”

Is opposition ALWAYS from Satan? HINT: Nope. Pastor Jarrett explains using a quote from the Life Application Bible.

What does God want for every single one of us?

Scripture References: John 15:20; 1 Thessalonians 3:3; 2 Timothy 3:12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 11, 2021

Title: An Example to Follow
Topic: Philippians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs for Mark Lanier this week, teaching on Paul’s example that we should follow. Are YOU a godly, healthy example that people can follow?


To view Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ video for this lesson, click here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3:17-4:1


If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Paul write so much about JOY in this letter to the Philippians? FACT: He mentioned JOY eighteen times in this letter!

What is the significance of Paul writing to “brothers”? Do some translations include “sisters”, too?

How did Jesus describe himself? Pastor Jarrett offers several Scriptures…

Why did Paul encourage the people to imitate him? Was he bragging? What does imitate mean? Pastor Jarrett shares who he looked up to as a kid…

Scripture References: Mark 10:45; Matthew 20:24-25; John 13:15; Philippians 2:5-11; 1 Corinthians 4:16; 1 Corinthians 11:1

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Jailbreak
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What can we learn from the Early Church about storming the gates of hell? Is the Church still storming the gates of hell today? This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon, “Jailbreak” this week in the sermon series “Forward: A Study Through Acts”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 5:12-42

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FUN FACT about Pastor Jarrett: His dream was to play college football and coach high school football. What changed? And how on earth is church like football?

Are changed lives the only thing that matter? Pastor Jarrett says that changed lives are the most important thing a Christian should focus on, but fellowship, meeting needs, and gathering in small groups are important to spiritual growth, too.

The Early Church was growing by the thousands. Is your church growing? How can your church grow? How many people in your community still need Jesus? Pastor Jarrett shares about a future church project…

Other than souls saved, how did the Early Church grow?

What was the opposition that the Early Church faced? Tune in tomorrow for more on this…

Scripture References: Matthew 16:18b; Acts 2:41; Acts 2:47; Acts 4:4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 8, 2021

Title: The Model Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

September 29 marked one year since Pastor Jarrett started talking to Champion Forest about becoming their pastor. This got him thinking “Who is Champion Forest?”

If you don’t attend CFBC, think about this: “Who is MY Church?”

Go one step further: “Is MY Church like the Early Church?”

This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week, “The Model Church”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:32-37

Questions/Issues Discussed:

OS Hawkins: “The fear of God was not the fear that God would put His hand of retribution and punishment on me. It was the fear that God might take His hand of blessing and anointing off me.”

KEY DESCRIPTOR #2: The Model Church had a Fear of God

Pastor Jarrett offers Scripture and Scripture on why we should fear God.

How does fear of the Lord bring blessings?

APPLICATION:

Pray for the favor of God to be upon you and your church.

Walk in the fear of God.

Scripture References: Genesis 3; Leviticus 10; Number 16; 2 Samuel 6; Psalm 34:9; Psalm 33:18; Psalm 128:1-4; Proverbs 1:7; Proverbs 10:27; 2 Cor 5:11; Acts 9:31; Ecclesiastes 12:13

Hymn of Invitation: Yes, I Will (Vertical Worship)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 7, 2021

Title: The Model Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

September 29 marked one year since Pastor Jarrett started talking to Champion Forest about becoming their pastor. This got him thinking “Who is Champion Forest?”

If you don’t attend CFBC, think about this: “Who is MY Church?”

Go one step further: “Is MY Church like the Early Church?”

This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week, “The Model Church”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:32-37

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KEY DESCRIPTOR #2: The Model Church had a Fear of God

Barnabus laid all he had at the apostles’ feet. Then Ananias did the same…or so he said. What did he actually do? What was the consequence? Did his wife lie and experience the same consequence?

What does “fear of God” mean?  Is it just “fear” or is it more than that? Pastor Jarrett has his own definition for this: “Honoring God from so deep within that we live a life wholly pleasing to Him. We hold Him in highest esteem – not man. It’s all about Him. It’s all for Him.”

Can we ever lie to God and not reap the consequences? Absolutely not.

Is God just waiting for us to mess up and send His wrath upon us? Absolutely not.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett offers Scripture and Scripture on why we should fear God.

Scripture References: Acts 5:1-11; Deuteronomy 5:29; Deuteronomy 10:12; 1 John 5:16-17; 1 Corinthians 11:28-30; Genesis 3; Leviticus 10

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 6, 2021

Title: The Model Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

September 29 marked one year since Pastor Jarrett started talking to Champion Forest about becoming their pastor. This got him thinking “Who is Champion Forest?”

If you don’t attend CFBC, think about this: “Who is MY Church?”

Go one step further: “Is MY Church like the Early Church?”

This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week, “The Model Church”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:32-37

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KEY DESCRIPTOR #1: The Model Church had the Favor of God
How did the Early Church show generosity to others?
Does God show favor to those who are generous?
What are you doing with your free time? Do you stay shut in or go on a lavish vacation? Or do you serve others? NOTE: It’s important to take “me time” to recharge, but it’s also important to give your time to others, as well.
Is every Christian called to give all their possessions away and move to a foreign land? No.
Is every Christian called to be generous with their money, time, and talent? Yes.
Is every Christian called to witness? Yes.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares Key Descriptor #2: The Model Church had a Fear of God

Scripture References: Psalm 133:1

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 5, 2021

Title: The Model Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

September 29 marked one year since Pastor Jarrett started talking to Champion Forest about becoming their pastor. This got him thinking “Who is Champion Forest?”

If you don’t attend CFBC, think about this: “Who is MY Church?”

Go one step further: “Is MY Church like the Early Church?”

This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week, “The Model Church”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:32-37

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KEY DESCRIPTOR #1: The Model Church had the Favor of God
Why did the Early Church show grace to others?
Why did God show favor to the Early Church?
Does God favor unity or division?
Why is unity so important to not only our individual walk with Christ but also our corporate walk?
Is your guard up against Satan’s scheme to divide?

What does God hate? What does God consider an abomination? Proverbs 6:16-19 “There are six things that the Lord hates, seven that are an abomination to him: ¹⁷ haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, ¹⁸ a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, ¹⁹ a false witness who breathes out lies, and one who sows discord among brothers.”

Scripture References: Acts 2:47; John 17:11,20-23; Acts 4:2-3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 4, 2021

Title: The Model Church
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

September 29 marked one year since Pastor Jarrett started talking to Champion Forest about becoming their pastor. This got him thinking “Who is Champion Forest?”

If you don’t attend CFBC, think about this: “Who is MY Church?”

Go one step further: “Is MY Church like the Early Church?”

This is the focus of Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon this week, “The Model Church”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:32-37

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Fun Fact about Pastor Jarrett: He is very sentimental. Some may call him a pack-rat. He has kept every card people have given him during his ministry as a Pastor (the nice cards, anyway). Sometimes when he is having a bad day, he will read those cards to cheer him up.

Who was the Early Church? Who were the people? What were their goals and aspirations? What were they driven by? How did the Early Church help others?

KEY DESCRIPTOR #1: The Model Church had the Favor of God
What does “grace” mean? What does it mean in verse 33b?
How did the Early Church show grace to others?
How did God use them?
What was God’s response to the Early Church’s faithfulness?

Scripture References: Ephesians 2:8-9

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

October 1, 2021

Title: The Heat Is On
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Have you ever felt under pressure? We all have! Have you ever felt persecution for your faith in Christ? Maybe a little, but probably not like the early church. BUT – the persecution is coming fast and hard.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Heat Is On” and offers a warning to all believers in this week’s message.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:1-31

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PETER’S SERMON NOTES:
Be Ready and Be Faithful (discussed on Thursday)
Be Bold (Acts 4:29-31; 2 Timothy 3:12)
What did Peter and John pray for when they were released from prison?
Are you BOLD for Jesus? Pastor Jarrett shares a story about his childhood…

QUESTION: If every church member was like you, what kind of church would it be? Yikes! I’m not sure I like that…

Hymn of Invitation: I Stand Amazed (How Marvelous)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 30, 2021

Title: The Heat Is On
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Have you ever felt under pressure? We all have! Have you ever felt persecution for your faith in Christ? Maybe a little, but probably not like the early church. BUT – the persecution is coming fast and hard.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Heat Is On” and offers a warning to all believers in this week’s message.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:1-31

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PETER’S SERMON NOTES:

Be Ready (Matthew 5:10-12; John 15:18-21; John 16:2-4; Matthew 10:16-20; Acts 4:13-20)

Why should we always be prepared to defend our faith in Christ? HOW can we prepare? Know the Scriptures! The ones listed above are a great start…

Be Faithful (1 Peter 3:14-15; Romans 13)

Do the people around you know that you are a Christian? If not, then something needs to change!

Are we to ALWAYS obey authority? Pastor Jarrett says this has a complicated answer.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett encourages us to be bold…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 29, 2021

Title: The Heat Is On
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Have you ever felt under pressure? We all have! Have you ever felt persecution for your faith in Christ? Maybe a little, but probably not like the early church. BUT – the persecution is coming fast and hard.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Heat Is On” and offers a warning to all believers in this week’s message.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:1-31

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why are so many leaders around the world threatened by Christianity? Is this threat entering the United States? You bet it is! Pastor Jarrett quotes early church leader Tertullian (apologist and author from Tunisia): “The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the church.”

OTHER INFLUENCERS OF PERSECUTION: Satanic Activity (John 14:6; 1 John 4:4; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Ephesians 6:10-12)

Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett preached about spiritual ignorance and self-preservation.
Do you believe we are in the middle of a spiritual battle?
What will Satan do to beat down his enemies (Christians)? Good news: Satan will not win the final battle!

THE RESPONSE TO PERSECUTION (vs 8-12)

How did Peter and John respond to their persecution and arrest?
Reminder: All messages of the Gospel should be Scripture-saturated, Christ-centered, and Spirit-filled! Was Peter’s sermon?

PETER’S SERMON NOTES:

Be Ready (Matthew 5:10-12; John 15:18-21; John 16:2-4; Matthew 10:16-20; Acts 4:13-20)

Tune in tomorrow for more on this…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 28, 2021

Title: The Heat Is On
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Have you ever felt under pressure? We all have! Have you ever felt persecution for your faith in Christ? Maybe a little, but probably not like the early church. BUT – the persecution is coming fast and hard.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Heat Is On” and offers a warning to all believers in this week’s message.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:1-31

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE REALITY OF PERSECUTION (vs 1-3)
Why was the council so angry with Peter and John for healing the lame man at the temple gate?
Why didn’t the scribes, leaders, and council believe in the resurrection?
What is the difference between persecution and consequences?

OTHER INFLUENCERS OF PERSECUTION: Spiritual Ignorance (1 Corinthians 2:14)
Who were the Sanhedrin?
Does it matter how “book smart” you are if you are spiritually blind?

OTHER INFLUENCERS OF PERSECUTION: Self-preservation (John 11:45-50;53)
Why did the Sanhedrin feel threatened by Jesus and the disciples?
How were the Sanhedrin like the mob bosses in The Godfather?
Why are so many leaders around the world threatened by Christianity?

Tune in tomorrow for the third influencer of persecution…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 27, 2021

Title: The Heat Is On
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Have you ever felt under pressure? We all have! Have you ever felt persecution for your faith in Christ? Maybe a little, but probably not like the early church. BUT – the persecution is coming fast and hard.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Heat Is On” and offers a warning to all believers in this week’s message.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 4:1-31

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett offers a short review of last week: The lame man at the temple gate, who Peter healed.

THE REALITY OF PERSECUTION (vs 1-3)
What kind of persecution did the early church experience?
What were Peter, John, and other followers doing when they came under persecution?
Is persecution a reality in the United States today? Will it get worse in the years to come – and sooner than we may think?
Pastor Jarrett shares about Champion Forest’s upcoming Missions Sunday and Banquet, expressing concern for Christians around the world who are experiencing unimaginable persecution.

Tune in tomorrow for more on Peter and John and the persecution of the early church…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 24, 2021

Title: Footloose
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Have you ever felt hopeless? Neglected? Rejected? We all have at one point or another. The good news is this: God will never, ever leave us! He is always right by our side. He knows every situation and circumstance we will face in life. He is fighting with us.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Footloose”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 3:1-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why does God choose to heal some people in the here and now on earth and others He heals in heaven? Pastor Jarrett says: “It’s not something I can explain. It’s a divine mystery. But I take comfort in these words.” (He then quotes Isaiah 55:8-9)

APPLICATION #3: Pray for Jesus to be exalted.

Do you pray for the name of Jesus to be exalted above everything else?

As you pray for a miracle, are you praying for his name to be exalted?

Are you living your life to exalt his name?

Hymn of Invitation: O Praise the Name (Hillsong)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 23, 2021

Title: Footloose
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Have you ever felt hopeless? Neglected? Rejected? We all have at one point or another. The good news is this: God will never, ever leave us! He is always right by our side. He knows every situation and circumstance we will face in life. He is fighting with us.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Footloose”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 3:1-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

APPLICATION #1: Pray for Divine Appointment
What is a divine appointment?
What was Peter and John’s divine appointment that day?
What will be YOUR divine appointment today? Pastor Jarrett warns us to not be too busy or distracted to see our divine appointments. In fact, go look for one!

APPLICATION #2: Pray for Miracles
About the lame man… What was more miraculous: his physical healing or his spiritual healing?
Does God still perform miracles? You bet!

FACT: There are 14 miracles performed in the book of Acts!

What is the purpose of miracles?
Can you put yourself in the lame man’s position? Can you imagine how he felt on a daily basis?

Scripture References: Acts 2:43; Acts 5:12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 22, 2021

Title: Footloose
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Have you ever felt hopeless? Neglected? Rejected? We all have at one point or another. The good news is this: God will never, ever leave us! He is always right by our side. He knows every situation and circumstance we will face in life. He is fighting with us.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Footloose”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 3:1-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A MESSAGE PROCLAIMED (Acts 3:11-26)

Pastor Jarrett says that every message that is preached and proclaimed should be three things: Scripture-saturated, Christ-centered, and Spirit-filled. Did Peter take the credit for healing the lame man?

What was Peter’s response to the people?

Why does Champion Forest offer an invitation at the end of the service? Is it only for those who are not saved or need prayer?

Tune in tomorrow for applications from Pastor Jarrett’s sermon.

Scripture References: Isaiah 53; Matthew 10:45; Philippians 2; Colossians 1

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 21, 2021

Title: Footloose
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Have you ever felt hopeless? Neglected? Rejected? We all have at one point or another. The good news is this: God will never, ever leave us! He is always right by our side. He knows every situation and circumstance we will face in life. He is fighting with us.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Footloose”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 3:1-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

A MIRACLE TAKES PLACE (Acts 3:1-10)

How did Peter help the lame man?
Whose authority was Peter using when he healed the lame man?
Do you believe that there is power in the name of Jesus? Pastor Jarrett explains that it is not just speaking the name of Jesus that has power. “His name represents the totality of His being,” he says.
What does the name of Jesus mean? Pastor Jarrett quotes Richard Longenecker, a New Testament scholar.
What happened to the lame man when Peter spoke the name of Jesus?


A MESSAGE PROCLAIMED (Acts 3:11-26)

Have you ever been utterly astounded by the miracles of Jesus? Click on the link above to view the illustration Pastor Jarrett uses…

Scripture References: Acts 4:10,12; Matthew 1:21; Isaiah 35:5-6; Acts 5

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 20, 2021

Title: Footloose
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Have you ever felt hopeless? Neglected? Rejected? We all have at one point or another. The good news is this: God will never, ever leave us! He is always right by our side. He knows every situation and circumstance we will face in life. He is fighting with us.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Footloose”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 3:1-26

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon with the tragic and inspiring story of Joni Eareckson Tada. You can view some of the pictures at the link above. Learn more about her ministry here.

A MIRACLE TAKES PLACE (Acts 3:1-10)

Who was the lame man? Had he always been lame? Who helped him on a daily basis?
Why were Peter and John going to the temple? Were they busy? Why did they stop to talk with the lame man? How did Peter help him?
 
Tune in tomorrow for more on this miracle…

Scripture References: Acts 2:46a; Acts 4:22; Acts 2:45

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 17, 2021

Title: The Church Together
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Houston and traffic. Peanut butter and jelly. Chips and salsa. Football and fall. People and the church. These are all things that go together.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Church Together”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:42-47

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett recalls some wise words from Evangelist Billy Graham when he was accused of sending the Church backward: “I did indeed want to set religion back, not just 100 years, but 1900 years, to the Book of Acts, when first century followers of Christ were accused of turning the Roman Empire upside down.”

Scripture References: Hebrews 10:24-25

Hymn of Invitation: What a Beautiful Name

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 16, 2021

Title: The Church Together
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Houston and traffic. Peanut butter and jelly. Chips and salsa. Football and fall. People and the church. These are all things that go together.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Church Together”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:42-47

Questions/Issues Discussed:

ON MISSION
How are you helping others in the name of Jesus?
Do we all have to be missionaries in a foreign land?
What does mission work even look like?
Pastor Jarrett quotes Rodney Stark from his book “The Rise of Christianity” on what Christ-followers can do daily to help spread the love of God.
Remember: The enemy will do anything to keep us from being together. Stay connected.

A WARNING FROM PASTOR JARRETT
“Beware of the whisper of rationalization. If you listen to it long enough, it will be a slow suicide to your soul.”


Scripture References: Matthew 18:20; I Timothy 3:15; Hebrews 10:24

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 15, 2021

Title: The Church Together
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Houston and traffic. Peanut butter and jelly. Chips and salsa. Football and fall. People and the church. These are all things that go together.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Church Together”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:42-47

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WORSHIP

Are you “all-in” for God? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that not only are discipleship and fellowship are important, but so is worship.

Are you joyful and generous? Does your face reflect the love of God? Can people see a difference in you?

How often do you pray? Not just at church or before a meal… How often do you really pray? Do you treat worship as prayer time? Well, you should!

Remember: Jesus needed prayer and so do we!

Pastor Jarrett says: “We commit to an aggressive pursuit of God through prayer for spiritual awakening in our church, community, country, and world.”

Scripture References: Matthew 21:13

NOTE: If you’re in the Houston area, join Champion Forest on September 15 for a night of prayer. More details can be found here.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 14, 2021

Title: The Church Together
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Houston and traffic. Peanut butter and jelly. Chips and salsa. Football and fall. People and the church. These are all things that go together.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Church Together”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:42-47

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DISCIPLESHIP
What should WE be doing when we come together as a Church?
Is God’s Word surrounding and impacting all you do? What about your church?
Why did Paul write so often to Timothy and Titus?
How did the early Church stay on mission? Should we be doing the same thing today?

FELLOWSHIP
Are you living life with your Church body?
Are you encouraging others in their Christian walk?

Pastor Jarrett shares some wise words from Rick Warren’s book, “The Purpose Driven Life”. He also points out that not one time in Acts 2:42-47 is a singular person mentioned.

NOTE: If you do not have a Bible, contact Champion Forest Baptist Church. They would LOVE to give you one! Call them today at 281.440.3800

Scripture References: Titus 1:9; Titus 2:1; Timothy 4:16; 1 John 1:3

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 13, 2021

Title: The Church Together
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Houston and traffic. Peanut butter and jelly. Chips and salsa. Football and fall. People and the church. These are all things that go together.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “The Church Together”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:42-47

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What does “ecclesia” mean? How did Jesus use this word?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “The church is not a building or an institution. The church is a called-out people of God.”

DISCIPLESHIP

How is the Church of Acts a model for us today?

How did the disciples know so much about God, the Law, the prophets, and the Psalms if they didn’t have a written Bible?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett preaches more about discipleship and reminds us that fellowship is important, too.

Scripture References: Acts 1:14; Acts 2:1; Matthew 16:18

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 10, 2021

Title: Choices
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

We all make choices every day. How do our choices define us? What will you choose today?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Choices”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:1-41

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett passionately explains why he believes an invitation at the end of a church service is so important…

What can you do this week to apply the lessons from Acts 2 to your life?

Choose obedience every day in all things.

Be courageous to stand up for Jesus.

Choose faith in Jesus.

Hymn of Invitation: Your Great Name, Natalie Grant

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 9, 2021

Title: Choices
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

We all make choices every day. How do our choices define us? What will you choose today?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Choices”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:1-41

Questions/Issues Discussed:

If Pastor Jarrett had to sum up Peter’s sermon in one sentence, it would be: “God sent Jesus as Scripture predicted and you rejected and killed him, but because he is God’s holy one, he was raised from the dead and is now exalted at the right hand of God.”

The people responded to Peter’s message with great enthusiasm. Do you respond to the Gospel with this same enthusiasm?

Why is baptism important to our faith walk? Pastor Jarrett says it is the first sign of obedience…

Most of the people in the crowd chose to follow Christ. What happened to those who rejected the truth?

Scripture References: Isaiah 55:11; John 16

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 8, 2021

Title: Choices
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

We all make choices every day. How do our choices define us? What will you choose today?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Choices”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:1-41

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What did the people think about speaking in tongues? Pastor Jarrett uses a map to explain why this was such a big deal. Click on the link above to view the map beginning around the 52-minute mark.

How should we be a witness for Christ?

How did Peter, the leader of the disciples at this time, respond to Jesus’ command to go? How did the people respond to Peter’s words?

Scripture References: Acts 1:8

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 7, 2021

Title: Choices
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

We all make choices every day. How do our choices define us? What will you choose today?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Choices”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:1-41

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How did the disciples obey Jesus’ command?

What does “Pentecost” mean?

When and where did the Holy Spirit come? Who did the Holy Spirit come to? How did the Holy Spirit come?

Pastor Jarrett explains why he calls the birth of the church the “labor and delivery room”.

Is speaking in tongues still relevant today? Tune in tomorrow for more on this…

Scripture References: Acts 1:20; Luke 3:16

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 6, 2021

Title: Choices
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

We all make choices every day. How do our choices define us? What will you choose today?

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the sermon series on the book of Acts with his sermon “Choices”.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 2:1-41

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What choices did Jesus give the disciples after his death before his ascension into heaven?

How did the disciples obey Jesus’ command?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us that community is vital to our faith-walk. “If you’re staying home for health reasons, that’s good. But if you’re staying at home for habit reasons, that’s bad,” he says.

What did the people do when they gathered? Did they just sit around and eat and gossip? Or did they passionately and unabashedly pray and worship?

Scripture References: Acts 1:4-5 and 14

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 3, 2021

Title: Let’s Go!
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

“There is nothing like the Church when the Church is working right.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week on the book of Acts.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE MOTIVATION (vs 9-11)

What is our motivation to live for Christ here on earth? Jesus is coming again! Amen!!! Do you treasure the words of Jesus? Are you living out those words? What is one thing we won’t do in heaven?

Scripture References: Revelation 22:12

Hymn of Invitation: O Come to the Altar

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 2, 2021

Title: Let’s Go!
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

“There is nothing like the Church when the Church is working right.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week on the book of Acts.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Without the Holy Spirit – without His guidance, leadership, and direction – we can do nothing. Pastor Jarrett tries to make a glove pick up the Bible and be a disciple. Is this possible? Can he just “will” the glove to open the Bible? Of course he can’t because that is not its purpose. And you can’t be who you are supposed to be or do what you’re supposed to do without the Holy Spirit.

THE MISSION (vs 8)
William Carey was a great missionary. Pastor Jarrett shares a little of his story…

How many languages exist in the world? Do all of these languages have a written Bible? Are there still people around the world (even in America) who have never heard the message of the Gospel?

Are you praying for sensitivity toward those who don’t believe?

Are you praying for the courage to speak up?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett completes his sermon, offering encouragement to motivate us as we go out into the world to share the Gospel to others.

Scripture References: Psalm 107; Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47; John 20:21

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

September 1, 2021

Title: Let’s Go!
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

“There is nothing like the Church when the Church is working right.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week on the book of Acts.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Without the Holy Spirit – without His guidance, leadership, and direction – we can do nothing. Pastor Jarrett tries to make a glove pick up the Bible and be a disciple. Is this possible? Can he just “will” the glove to open the Bible? Of course he can’t because that is not its purpose. And you can’t be who you are supposed to be or do what you’re supposed to do without the Holy Spirit.

THE MISSION (vs 8)
What was the mission Jesus gave to the disciples? Is this OUR mission, too?
Do you sometimes feel incapable of being a witness for Christ? We all do! Let the Holy Spirit guide you! Pastor Jarrett uses some statistics for encouragement…

Scripture References: Luke 24:49

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 31, 2021

Title: Let’s Go!
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

“There is nothing like the Church when the Church is working right.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week on the book of Acts.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE MANDATE (vs 4-5)

If you had been a disciple with Jesus, would you trust him? Would you believe what he was saying about his death and resurrection? Would you wait for him?

Why did Luke refer to Jesus as the Holy Spirit? Who is the Holy Spirit? Pastor Jarrett says that there is a lot of misrepresentations of the Holy Spirit. How do we know what is true? He shares a story from his childhood…

Why did Luke refer to Jesus as the “Promise”? What is the Promise?

What is the Trinity? How is the Trinity possible?

How does the Holy Spirit convict us? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that without the Holy Spirit – without His guidance, leadership, and direction – we can do nothing.

Scripture References: John 14:16-17; John 15:26; John 16:7-15

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 30, 2021

Title: Let’s Go!
Topic: Forward: A Study Through Acts

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

“There is nothing like the Church when the Church is working right.”

Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series this week on the book of Acts.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephens’ sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Acts 1

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the Book of Acts about? What is the theme, purpose, and goal of the words written by Luke? Who was he writing to?

What is the Church? Pastor Jarrett says: “The Church is not a building. It’s not an organization. It’s not an institution. The Church is a called-out, redeemed people of God who are fueled and filled with the Holy Spirit.”

THE MANDATE (vs 4-5)
How many people were following Jesus at this time?
What was the mandate from Jesus to the disciples?
If you had been a disciple with Jesus, would you trust him? Would you believe what he was saying about his death and resurrection? Would you wait for him?

Scripture References: Luke 1:1-4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 20, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

One person cannot do it all. 5 people cannot do it all. It takes ALL members of a church to work for the Kingdom and save more souls. What can YOU do?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us today that our experiences in life are just as important as our spiritual gifts and talents. This is a game-changer for me; how about you?

Hymn of Invitation: “All to Jesus I Surrender”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 19, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DIVERSITY (Romans 12:6-8)
Why are diverse spiritual gifts important?
Can one person do it all?
FF Bruce, Bible Scholar: “Diversity, not uniformity, is the mark of God’s handiwork. It is so in nature. It is so in grace, too. And nowhere more so than in the Christian community.”

How can we discover our spiritual gift?
1. Study them
2. Study yourself

What do you enjoy doing for the Lord? Is that your spiritual gift? Rick Warren has a great acronym for this: SHAPE. Listen as Pastor Jarrett shares more.

Click here to take the FREE Spiritual Gifts Survey. You do not need to be a member of CFBC in order to discover your spiritual gift.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12:4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 18, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

UNITY (Romans 12:4-5)
Are you united with other believers?
Why should churches be united with other churches?
What should every Christian’s goal be? What is our purpose?
How can each member of the Church contribute to the Kingdom?

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett presented this sermon on Super Bowl Sunday, February 7, 2021. He briefly references the SB as it pertains to the verses we are studying in Romans 12.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12:7 and 14-27; John 17; Ephesians 4:12; 1 Peter 4:10

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 17, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HUMILITY (Romans 12:3):
What was Paul trying to convey to the people?
Where do we get our talents?
Are you prideful? How can we fight pride? Pastor Jarrett shares how he prepares for preaching.
What is the difference between talent and a spiritual gift?
Is one spiritual gift more important than another? Absolutely not! Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “We’re better together.”

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett discusses UNITY.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

August 16, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did you know that Jesus gives you a gift when you are saved?

What is your spiritual gift?

What does Pastor Jarrett mean by “assume the towel”?

The disciples once argued about who was better. What was Jesus’ response to their quarrel?

HUMILITY (Romans 12:3):

What was Paul trying to convey to the people? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: John 13:14-15; Mark 10:45; Matthew 20:25-27; Philippians 2:5-7

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 23, 2021

Title: Lessons from the Lion’s Den
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Daniel – a story of heroes and villains.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

LESSONS FROM THE LION’S DEN:
You never knew what God is up to. Trust Him! (discussed on Thursday)
Bad things happen to good people. Trust Him!
God’s purposes will always prevail. Trust Him!

Hymn of Invitation: Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

Scripture References: Ephesians 4:14; Psalm 115:3; Psalm 135:6; Job 42:2

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 22, 2021

Title: Lessons from the Lion’s Den
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Daniel – a story of heroes and villains.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

PLEASE NOTE: At the beginning of this segment, Pastor Jarrett shares some very personal and sensitive information that young children might find hard to understand. Please use caution when listening.

How did Pastor Jarrett pull through and keep his faith in God through this horrific experience?

How did Daniel pull through and keep his faith in God through his horrific experience?

After King Darius threw Daniel into the lion’s den, what did he do? Did he celebrate? Or did he grieve? What was his reaction when he realized that Daniel was still alive in the lion’s den?

LESSONS FROM THE LION’S DEN:
You never know what God is up to. Trust Him!
Bad things happen to good people. Trust Him!

Scripture References: Psalm 35:25; Isaiah 55

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 21, 2021

Title: Lessons from the Lion’s Den
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Daniel – a story of heroes and villains.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What would you have done if you were Daniel? Would you give in to the leaders? Or stay true to your convictions and your faith in God?

ATTRIBUTE OF DANIEL: Daniel had conviction.
What happens when you follow God consistently? You grow!
Why is prayer so important to a Christian’s life?

ATTRIBUTE OF GOD: God is sovereign.
How did God remain sovereign in Daniel’s life?
Do you truly believe that God is in control of every situation of your life? Remember: God is never surprised by what happens. After all, He planned it all before the beginning of time!

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett shares a personal experience that could have shaken his faith, but instead drew him closer to God…

PLEASE NOTE: This information is very sensitive and young children might find it difficult to understand. Please use caution when listening.

Scripture References: Ephesians 4:14; Psalm 115:3; Psalm 135:6; Job 42:2

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 20, 2021

Title: Lessons from the Lion’s Den
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Daniel – a story of heroes and villains.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

ATTRIBUTE OF DANIEL: Daniel had character. He had integrity. He had honor.

Why did David refuse to eat from the king’s table? Was he just being rebellious? Or was he showing his integrity and honor toward God?

Why is it important to not compromise our convictions?


ATTRIBUTE OF GOD: God had favor on Daniel.
What does the “favor of God” mean?
Were Daniel’s friends giving him favor?
Did High Officials accuse Daniel of things that weren’t true? Were they successful? Is this why they attacked Daniel’s faith and went to the king to complain about him?

What can people say about your personal habits? If someone followed you around and reported on what you were doing all day long, would the report be good or bad? Just something to think about…

Scripture References: Daniel 1:9

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 19, 2021

Title: Lessons from the Lion’s Den
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Daniel – a story of heroes and villains.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Daniel 6

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was going on in Jerusalem during this time?

Why would Pastor Jarrett nickname Daniel “Mr. Clean”?

ATTRIBUTE OF DANIEL: Daniel had character. He had integrity. He had honor.

Why did the king change Daniel’s name to Belteshazzar?
Why did the king attempt to “reeducate” Daniel to new ways of thinking and living life?

Tune in tomorrow for more on Daniel’s integrity and honor.

Scripture References: Daniel 1:4-8

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 16, 2021

Title: The Warrior Way
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Gideon.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Judges 6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

THE WARRIOR WAY: Some Truths from Gideon

Accept who God says you are
Eliminate excuses
Face your fears by acting on faith
Be obedient and leave the consequences to God

Scripture References: Hebrews 11:32-34

Hymn of Invitation: Amazing Grace

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 15, 2021

Title: The Warrior Way
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Gideon.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Judges 6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was the plan God gave to Gideon? Did this plan seem crazy to him? Did God’s promise through His plan come to fruition?

THE WARRIOR WAY: Some Truths from Gideon

Accept who God says you are


Tune in tomorrow for more…

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 14, 2021

Title: The Warrior Way
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Gideon.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Judges 6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do you ever feel alone? Inadequate? Scared? Anxious? Worried? Pastor Jarrett reminds us of God’s Promise: “I will be with you!”

Does God use weak men (and women) to conquer the enemy? Does God equip us with what we need to defeat the enemy?

What was the plan God gave to Gideon?

NOTE: Call CFBC at 281.440.3800 if you’d like to join them on a trip to Israel in December of 2022.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29; Isaiah 55:8-9

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 13, 2021

Title: The Warrior Way
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Gideon.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Judges 6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Gideon? How is he described in the Bible? Was he just a boy at the time the angel of the Lord came to him? What was he doing when this happened? What was his reaction to the angel of the Lord? Did he feel inadequate for the task laid before him?

Gideon asked the angel why God would deliver his people into the hands of their enemy, the Midians. Do you ever wonder the same thing about your struggles? Is fear holding you back? What can we learn about facing our fears from Gideon?

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 12, 2021

Title: The Warrior Way
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues the “Epic Stories of the Old Testament” summer sermon series this week with a look at Gideon.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Judges 6-7

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett begins the sermon with some background on what was happening in Israel at the time. He calls it a “cycle of insanity”.

How was God using the nation of Israel?

Why is it never a good idea to compromise with God? Is compromise really just disobedience?

Who was Gideon? How is he described in the Bible? Was he just a boy at the time the angel of the Lord came to him? Tune in tomorrow to learn more about Gideon…

Scripture References: Judges 1:17 and 28-33

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 2, 2021

Title: The Man God Uses
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

What does the world need: Good men or men being used by God? This week’s sermon from Pastor Jarrett Stephens is from Father’s Day, June 21, 2021. He preached on three characteristics we can learn from Elijah.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 17-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is your “god”? What is getting your attention? Do you feel full or empty after allowing that “thing” to get your devotion and time? How do you feel after you give your devotion and time to your Heavenly Father?

Are you allowing God to show off and show up in your life? Who can you tell about the power and love of God today?

Hymn of Invitation: It Is Well With My Soul

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

July 1, 2021

Title: The Man God Uses
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

What does the world need: Good men or men being used by God? This week’s sermon from Pastor Jarrett Stephens is from Father’s Day, June 21, 2021. He preached on three characteristics we can learn from Elijah.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 17-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CHARACTERISTIC #3: He is obedient.

Why on earth would God send Elijah to confront King Ahab – the man who was killing Christians?
Are you being obedient to God in the small things? If not, how can you be obedient in the big things?
Are you more concerned with hurting people’s feelings than hurting God’s feelings? Which one really matters? Pastor Jarrett compares this to lukewarm coffee…

Scripture References: Psalm 115

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 30, 2021

Title: The Man God Uses
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

What does the world need: Good men or men being used by God? This week’s sermon from Pastor Jarrett Stephens is from Father’s Day, June 21, 2021. He preached on three characteristics we can learn from Elijah.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 17-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CHARACTERISTIC #2: He is tested.

Why does God test us when he is preparing us to be used? Are you paying attention to God’s guidance – even in the midst of your trials? Pastor Jarrett says: “The furnace of affliction is God’s chosen method to conform us to the image of Christ.”


CHARACTERISTIC #3: He is obedient.

What was life like for Elijah and the Israelites at this point in history? Was it extremely difficult to be a believer?

Why on earth would God send Elijah to confront King Ahab – the man who was killing Christians and quite possibly the most evil king that had ever lived up until that point?

Are you being obedient to God in the small things? If not, how can you be obedient in the big things?

Scripture References: 1 Peter 4:12-13; James 1:2-4; 1 Peter 5; 1 Kings 16:30


For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 29, 2021

Title: The Man God Uses
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

What does the world need: Good men or men being used by God? This week’s sermon from Pastor Jarrett Stephens is from Father’s Day, June 21, 2021. He preached on three characteristics we can learn from Elijah.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 17-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CHARACTERISTIC #1: He is humble.
What was God trying to teach Elijah at the brook Cherith?
Was God preparing him for what he would endure later in life?

CHARACTERISTIC #2: He is tested.
Why did God send Elijah to Zarephath?
How did God take care of Elijah wherever He sent him?
Why does God test us when He is preparing us to be used?

Scripture References: Proverbs 17:3

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 28, 2021

Title: The Man God Uses
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

What does the world need: Good men or men being used by God? This week’s sermon from Pastor Jarrett Stephens is from Father’s Day, June 21, 2021. He preached on three characteristics we can learn from Elijah.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Kings 17-18

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Are all the people God uses to further His Kingdom super smart, super rich, super well-known? Absolutely not! And Pastor Jarrett reminds us of a few of those people…

CHARACTERISTIC #1: He is humble.
Who was Elijah?
What does his name mean in Hebrew?
Why don’t we know much about him?
Why did God send Elijah to a little creek outside of Jordan?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 25, 2021

Title: Giant Lessons for Life
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer sermon series this week entitled  “Epic Stories of the Old Testament”. His first sermon reminds us that giants are in front of us every day, but God is always there, fighting right along with us.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How was David’s faith tested when he faced the giant? What did he say to Goliath when he faced him?

Will your faith be tested? Absolutely! Will we always know the outcome when we face our giants? Nope! That is why we must have faith!

David ran quickly toward the battle line – toward Goliath. Are you running quickly toward your battle – toward your giant?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us today: “We never face our giants alone. Your battles are God’s battles.”

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 24, 2021

Title: Giant Lessons for Life
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer sermon series this week entitled  “Epic Stories of the Old Testament”. His first sermon reminds us that giants are in front of us every day, but God is always there, fighting right along with us.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath

Questions/Issues Discussed:

LIFE LESSON #2 FROM DAVID: Listen to the voice of God, not the voice of others. Who are you listening to? Who is guiding your decisions? Why would you ever listen to anyone OTHER than the voice of God?

Remember: Time alone with God will reveal so much to you! Constantly be in prayer, seeking guidance from your Heavenly Father.


LIFE LESSON #3 FROM DAVID: Act on faith in God and don’t be paralyzed by fear. How are you preparing for the future? Are you scared? Worried? Fearful? What does the Scripture say about worry and fear?

Scripture References: John 10:27

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 23, 2021

Title: Giant Lessons for Life
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer sermon series this week entitled  “Epic Stories of the Old Testament”. His first sermon reminds us that giants are in front of us every day, but God is always there, fighting right along with us.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why was David sent to the war zone? Was he there to fight? Why did he decide to fight? Was it because of the king’s decree or some other reason?

LIFE LESSON #1 FROM DAVID: Focus on the size of God, not the size of your giant.
What giant are you facing? It is NOTHING compared to God!
Are you making God bigger than your giant?
Remember: “You cannot checkmate God!” – Pastor Jarrett


LIFE LESSON #2 FROM DAVID: Listen to the voice of God, not the voice of others.
Who are you listening to? Who is guiding your decisions?

More from the Scripture tomorrow…

Scripture References: Psalm 34:3; Psalm 147:4

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 22, 2021

Title: Giant Lessons for Life
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer sermon series this week entitled  “Epic Stories of the Old Testament”. His first sermon reminds us that giants are in front of us every day, but God is always there, fighting right along with us.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why didn’t King Saul fight against Goliath?

How are YOU fighting your giants? Are the giants in your life persistent like Goliath was?

Can God use anyone at any time at any age?

What job did David have before he fought Goliath?

Pastor Jarrett says this: “Be faithful in the small things. God uses the small things to get us ready to do the big things.”

 Scripture References: 1 Timothy 4:12

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 21, 2021

Title: Giant Lessons for Life
Topic: Epic Stories of the Old Testament

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new summer sermon series this week entitled “Epic Stories of the Old Testament”. His first sermon reminds us that giants are in front of us every day, but God is always there, fighting right along with us.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: 1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How and why do we learn best by stories? Is this why the Bible is full of stories?

What happened to King Saul? When did David become king? Why was there such a rivalry between the Philistines and the Israelites? Pastor Jarrett offers a short background and then shares a funny story about WWE, deacons, and pastors…

Exactly how big was Goliath? Why did another person carry his shield? Tune in tomorrow for the rest of the Scripture and more on facing our giants in life.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 18, 2021

Title: Pursuing the Lost
Topic: The Always God

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Should we always be in pursuit of more knowledge about God?   Is GOD pursuing us? How and why does God pursue the lost? Pastor Jarrett Stephens says this: “The Always God always pursues the lost.”

Also --- Pastor Jarrett Stephens newest book, “The Always God” has been released!

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: Luke 15 The Parables of the Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Prodigal Son

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares an amazing story about his own brother, who was a Prodigal Son. Grab a box of tissues, because this story is a tear-jerker! It’s also a great reminder that God always pursues the lost! If you have a son, daughter, spouse, family member, friend, co-worker who has run from God, never, ever stop praying for them and pursuing them. God won’t stop pursuing them, either.

NOTE: Champion Forest Connect is a new ministry of CFBC to help plant churches in cities across the nation. More info to come in the coming months.

Hymn of Invitation: I Surrender All

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 17, 2021

Title: Pursuing the Lost
Topic: The Always God

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Should we always be in pursuit of more knowledge about God?   Is GOD pursuing us? How and why does God pursue the lost? Pastor Jarrett Stephens says this: “The Always God always pursues the lost.”

Also --- Pastor Jarrett Stephens newest book, “The Always God” has been released!

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: Luke 15 The Parables of the Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Prodigal Son

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Are you like the Prodigal Son? Pastor Jarrett says: “You can’t outrun Him, so you might as well run to Him!”

Francis Thompson is a famous writer who wrote the poem “The Hound of Heaven”. Pastor Jarrett shares some of the poem and talks about Thompson’s life before he ran back to Jesus.

What is worse than being lost? Being lost with no one looking for you. Who are YOU looking for?

Pastor Jarrett starts to share another great story, this time about his older brother. This one is a tear-jerker for sure! Tune in tomorrow for the rest of the story – and make sure you have a box of tissues handy!

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 16, 2021

Title: Pursuing the Lost
Topic: The Always God

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Should we always be in pursuit of more knowledge about God?   Is GOD pursuing us? How and why does God pursue the lost? Pastor Jarrett Stephens says this: “The Always God always pursues the lost.”

Also --- Pastor Jarrett Stephens newest book, “The Always God” has been released!

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: Luke 15 The Parables of the Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Prodigal Son

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Charles Spurgeon once preached on the Prodigal Son in a message entitled, “Many Kisses for Returning Sinners”. Listen as Pastor Jarrett shares some of the message.

Does God still run after the lost today? Is He still running after YOU? Would He pursue you if you were the only one lost? Absolutely!

What makes a church a “church”? What matters?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett reads more from the poem, “The Hound of Heaven”, by Francis Thompson.

Scripture References: Romans 5

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 15, 2021

Title: Pursuing the Lost
Topic: The Always God

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Should we always be in pursuit of more knowledge about God?   Is GOD pursuing us? How and why does God pursue the lost? Pastor Jarrett Stephens says this: “The Always God always pursues the lost.”

Also --- Pastor Jarrett Stephens newest book, “The Always God” has been released!

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: Luke 15 The Parables of the Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Prodigal Son

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did the religious leaders view God as a pursuer of the lost? Are YOU searching for sinners who need Jesus?

In the Parable of the Lost Sheep, who are the “sheep”? Who is the “Shepherd”?

Why did the woman search so diligently for her lost coin? What was so special about it? Are WE as special as that lost coin?

The Prodigal Son was ashamed to go home. Do you ever feel ashamed to run back to Jesus?

Does sin always lead to a miserable end?

Scripture References: Isaiah 53:6; John 1

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 14, 2021

Title: Pursuing the Lost
Topic: The Always God

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Should we always be in pursuit of more knowledge about God?   Is GOD pursuing us? How and why does God pursue the lost? Pastor Jarrett Stephens says this: “The Always God always pursues the lost.”

Also --- Pastor Jarrett Stephens newest book, “The Always God” has been released!

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here:

Scripture Passage: Luke 15 The Parables of the Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Prodigal Son

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett and his family love to play board games, specifically the game “Clue”. Listen as he offers some pro-tips about playing games with your family. LOL

Have you ever lost something? It’s frustrating, isn’t it? Aren’t you glad that God doesn’t lose us? Amen!

BIBLE FACT: The word LOST is used 92 times in the New Testament alone, with Jesus using it often.

Is it still “politically correct” to refer to unbelievers as “lost”? Pastor Jarrett says absolutely!

Most unbelievers enjoyed being around Jesus. Do lost people enjoy being around you? Are you judgey or accepting (while still adhering to Biblical morals)?

Did the religious leaders view God as a pursuer of the lost? Never in a million years!

Scripture References: John 3:16; Romans 8:7; Ephesians 2:12; Colossians 1:13

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 4, 2021

Title: Anger: An Inside Job
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

There is one thing that can ruin relationships, create division in the workplace, tear apart a church, devastate intimacy in the home, and erode trust in society. It grieves the Holy Spirt and defiles us.

Satan loves igniting this flame to steal our joy, kill our peace of mind, and rob our emotions.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes that this thing threatens the testimony of Christians more than anything else.

What is it? Anger.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:26-32

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What did King David write about his own anger? How did he release his anger?

Do you want to replace your anger with kindness? Ask God to help you!

Scripture References: Psalm 109

Hymn of Invitation: We Praise You, Matt Redman

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 3, 2021

Title: Anger: An Inside Job
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

There is one thing that can ruin relationships, create division in the workplace, tear apart a church, devastate intimacy in the home, and erode trust in society. It grieves the Holy Spirt and defiles us.

Satan loves igniting this flame to steal our joy, kill our peace of mind, and rob our emotions.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes that this thing threatens the testimony of Christians more than anything else.

What is it? Anger.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:26-32

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the Biblical, healthy way to deal with anger?

Are you a kind, compassionate person? Kindness softens hard hearts.

What is the difference between forgiveness and forgetting? Are you holding unforgiveness in your heart?

What are two things you can do to replace anger in your heart?

Does God own your heart? Or do you allow anger to own your heart? Pastor Jarrett shares a great story of surrender, forgiveness, and love.

Scripture References: Colossians 4:8,12-14

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 2, 2021

Title: Anger: An Inside Job
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

There is one thing that can ruin relationships, create division in the workplace, tear apart a church, devastate intimacy in the home, and erode trust in society. It grieves the Holy Spirt and defiles us.

Satan loves igniting this flame to steal our joy, kill our peace of mind, and rob our emotions.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes that this thing threatens the testimony of Christians more than anything else.

What is it? Anger.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:26-32

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What are some tools the devil uses to provoke us to anger? Yesterday Pastor Jarrett discussed hurt feelings, injustice, fear, and frustration. (Ministry Reference: Hope for the Heart )

Do you ever pretend that you aren’t angry? Do you act like you don’t have an anger problem?

Why is it important to confess our anger? Can studying God’s Word help you resist anger?

Have you ever “rehearsed” anger in your head? Does this make matters better or worse?

Are you an aggressor when you get angry? Are you mean? Do you confuse your temper for passion?

How can anger on social media have a negative impact on our testimony?

What is the Biblical, healthy way to deal with anger?

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

June 1, 2021

Title: Anger: An Inside Job
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

There is one thing that can ruin relationships, create division in the workplace, tear apart a church, devastate intimacy in the home, and erode trust in society. It grieves the Holy Spirt and defiles us.

Satan loves igniting this flame to steal our joy, kill our peace of mind, and rob our emotions.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes that this thing threatens the testimony of Christians more than anything else.

What is it? Anger.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:26-32

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can we guard our heart against anger?

Why it is important to resolve anger issues as soon as possible? Pastor Jarrett shares how the second part of verse 26 is often used when counseling engaged couples or couples who are experiencing marital problems…

Are you giving the devil access to your anger?

What are some tools the devil uses to provoke us to anger? Hurt feelings, injustice, fear, and frustration.

Ministry Reference: Hope for the Heart

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 31, 2021

Title: Anger: An Inside Job
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

There is one thing that can ruin relationships, create division in the workplace, tear apart a church, devastate intimacy in the home, and erode trust in society. It grieves the Holy Spirt and defiles us.

Satan loves igniting this flame to steal our joy, kill our peace of mind, and rob our emotions.

Pastor Jarrett Stephens believes that this thing threatens the testimony of Christians more than anything else.

What is it? Anger.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Ephesians 4:26-32

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares some current news headlines that mention anger around the world. What are your feelings regarding these issues? Do they make you angry?

Is there a difference between healthy and unhealthy anger?

What is “righteous indignation”?

Did Jesus express anger?

Do you have anger in your heart?

How can we guard our heart against anger? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: Psalm 7:11; Ecclesiastes 7:9; Matthew 15; Proverbs 4:23; Hebrews 12:4

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 21, 2021

Title: A Sincere Faith
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens took a break from the Resilient sermon series to honor mothers on Sunday, May 9, 2021.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 1:5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett closes his special Mother’s Day sermon with a personal story about his own grandmother. It will make you laugh and cry…

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 20, 2021

Title: A Sincere Faith
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens took a break from the Resilient sermon series to honor mothers on Sunday, May 9, 2021.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 1:5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can a mom pass her faith on to her children?
Read the Bible to them.
Live the Bible in front of them.
Pray the Bible over them.

Rember: There will be things your children do that make you scratch your head and wonder “why”. Never stop praying for them. God is always at work in all our hearts.

Pastor Jarrett shares a personal story about his own grandmother. He will finish this sweet story tomorrow…

Scripture References: Hebrews 4:12

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 19, 2021

Title: A Sincere Faith
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens took a break from the Resilient sermon series to honor mothers on Sunday, May 9, 2021.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 1:5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What does a sincere, perfecting faith look like?

Are moms perfect? Are they expected to be perfect? Pastor Jarrett discusses a website all about “mom guilt.” Is this healthy?

Why is it important for children to see their mothers helping in the church?

Should moms pray with and for their children?

How can a mom pass her faith on to her children? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett offers three suggestions.

Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:14-16; Psalm 127:4; Romans 8:1

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 18, 2021

Title: Spiritual Living
Topic: A Deep Dive into Galatians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens took a break from the Resilient sermon series to honor mothers on Sunday, May 9, 2021.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 1:5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did Paul “make” Timothy a great disciple? Or was it his godly mother and grandmother who molded and shaped his life by their sincere faith?

Pastor Jarrett shares a personal story about his own mother…

What is the most important thing a mother can do for her children? Pastor Jarrett says: “A sincere faith is lived out and passed on…A sincere faith is a perfecting faith not a perfect faith.”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

May 17, 2021

Title: A Sincere Faith
Topic: Special Sermon

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens took a break from the Resilient sermon series to honor mothers on Sunday, May 9, 2021.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 1:5

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did you know that 2 Timothy was the last letter that Paul wrote?

Why did Paul refer to Timothy as his “beloved child”?

Who was Timothy? What was his family background? br />
When and where did Paul and Timothy cross paths?

Did Timothy travel with Paul on missionary journeys?

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett reads more from 2 Timothy 1, focusing on verse 5.

Scripture References: Acts 14; Acts 16

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts. br />
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 30, 2021

Title: Fear Not
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

We have all been fearful at some point in our lives – even pastors! This week, Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens offers hope and encouragement through those tough times that cause us fear and anxiety.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 41:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FIVE COMMITMENTS GOD MADE TO CHRISTIANS:
God is with me. (Discussed Tuesday)
God is my God. (Discussed Wednesday)
God will strengthen me. (Discussed Thursday)
God will help me. (Discussed Thursday)
God will uphold me. Will God ever let go of your hand?

During Monday’s sermon segment, CFBC staff member Michelle Barr recounted a time in her life when she was fearful and it changed her whole life – not for the better. Today, we learn how God took away that fear and changed her whole life – this time forever!

Hymn of Invitation: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 29, 2021

Title: Fear Not
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

We have all been fearful at some point in our lives – even pastors! This week, Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens offers hope and encouragement through those tough times that cause us fear and anxiety.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 41:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FIVE COMMITMENTS GOD MADE TO CHRISTIANS:
God is with me. (Discussed Tuesday)
God is my God. (Discussed Wednesday)
God will strengthen me. Will God ever grow weary?
God will help me. Will God ever forget about me?
God will uphold me. More on this commitment tomorrow…

Scripture References: Isaiah 40:28; Isaiah 41:8-9; Mark 4:38; Psalm 46:1

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 28, 2021

Title: Fear Not
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

We have all been fearful at some point in our lives – even pastors! This week, Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens offers hope and encouragement through those tough times that cause us fear and anxiety.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 41:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

FIVE COMMITMENTS GOD MADE TO CHRISTIANS:
God is with me. Pastor Jarrett offers example after example…
God is my God. Pastor Jarrett has a new book coming in June “The Always God: He Hasn’t Changed and You’re Not Forgotten” and offers a sneak peak…

(Tune in tomorrow for commitments)

What are the two top fears? Speaking in public and death. Can God help you conquer BOTH?

Scripture References: Psalm 23:4; Hebrews 13:5b; Isaiah 40:12,15,22

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 27, 2021

Title: Fear Not
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

We have all been fearful at some point in our lives – even pastors! This week, Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens offers hope and encouragement through those tough times that cause us fear and anxiety.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 41:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What happened to the Israelites when they exhibited an illegitimate fear?

What two commands did God give Isaiah to convey to the Israelites?

FIVE COMMITMENTS GOD MADE TO CHRISTIANS: God is with me.

Tune in tomorrow for more commitments…

Scripture References: Psalm 23:4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 26, 2021

Title: Fear Not!
Topic: Resilient

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

We have all been fearful at some point in our lives – even pastors! This week, Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens offers hope and encouragement through those tough times that cause us fear and anxiety.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Isaiah 41:10

Questions/Issues Discussed:

CFBC staff member Michelle Barr recounts a time in her life when she was fearful. Make sure you tune in on Friday as she completes her testimony. Click on the link above to view her testimonial video.

What do you fear? Does fear ever hold you back? Does fear ever change your behavior and even personality?

What are we supposed to do with our fear?

What is the difference between legitimate and illegitimate fear? Pastor Jarrett quotes Pastor Adrian Rogers, Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, TN.

Is illegitimate fear unreasonable?

Scripture References: 2 Timothy 1:7

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 16, 2021

Title: FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached this week’s sermon on Palm Sunday, March 28, 2020. His focus is on Thomas.

Find Pastor Jarret’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 20:19-29

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Today, Pastor Jarrett offers the Lord’s Supper – a time for prayer and reflection. If you are a believer, you are welcome to participate in the elements of the Lord’s Supper wherever you are. You can use any food and drink on hand, praying and reflecting on God’s love and faithfulness in and on your life.

Hymn of Invitation: Jesus Paid It All

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 15, 2021

Title: FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached this week’s sermon on Palm Sunday, March 28, 2020. His focus is on Thomas.

Find Pastor Jarret’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 20:19-29

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Thomas had seen Jesus perform miracle after miracle. Why did he doubt Jesus could perform one more?

How can we know that God will take care of us during the dark times?

When did Thomas come back to the disciples?

When did Thomas finally believe? What was Jesus’s response to Thomas after he believed?

Thomas made a personal confession of faith in Jesus. Have you? Are you missing out on God’s blessings in your life because of something in your past?

Did Thomas take the Gospel further than all the other disciples? What did he do for the Kingdom? Pastor Jarrett shares a personal story of the time he went to India.

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett offers the Lord’s Supper.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 14, 2021

Title: FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached this week’s sermon on Palm Sunday, March 28, 2020. His focus is on Thomas.

Find Pastor Jarret’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 20:19-29

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Thomas want to be alone after the death of Jesus?

What lesson can we learn from Thomas? Pastor Jarrett says: “Don’t isolate yourself in dark times. We need community the most when we’re discouraged.”

Does anything good happen when you’re alone and discouraged?

Did all the disciples doubt at first? YEP! Did others in Scripture doubt? YEP! Have YOU ever doubted? Probably!

Thomas had seen Jesus perform miracle after miracle. Why did he doubt Jesus could perform one more?

Scripture References: Hebrews 10:24-25; Mark 16:9-13

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 13, 2021

Title: FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached this week’s sermon on Palm Sunday, March 28, 2020. His focus is on Thomas.

Find Pastor Jarret’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 20:19-29

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is Thomas known as “Doubting Thomas”?

Pastor Jarrett says we shouldn’t give Thomas a hard time. Why?

Why aren’t there many mentions of Thomas in Scripture?

Pastor Jarrett uses a wheelbarrow and a tightrope as an illustration in this segment. To view the video, click the link in the overview above.

Why did Thomas want to be alone after the death of Jesus?

Scripture References: John 11 (Lazarus); John 14 (the Upper Room)

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

April 12, 2021

Title: FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens preached this week’s sermon on Palm Sunday, March 28, 2020. His focus is on Thomas.

Find Pastor Jarret’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 20:19-29

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why is Palm Sunday so significant?

After the death of Jesus, why were the disciples so confused?

Why was Thomas missing from the “meeting”?

What exactly does FOMO mean?

Why didn’t Thomas believe his fellow disciples’ report of seeing Jesus after his death?

Scripture References: John 12; Zachariah 9:9

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 26, 2021

Title: A Fresh Start
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

CFBC Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the “Never the Same” sermon series with his sermon “A Fresh Start”. He focuses on the story of the Woman Caught in Adultery.

Find Pastor Stephens' sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 7:53-8:11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the significance of Jesus bending down to the ground and writing in the sand? Pastor Jarrett has an interesting perspective on this. He also shares a story about 18th Century outlaw George Wilson.

Hymn of Invitation: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 25, 2021

Title: A Fresh Start
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

CFBC Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the “Never the Same” sermon series with his sermon “A Fresh Start”. He focuses on the story of the Woman Caught in Adultery.

Find Pastor Stephens' sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 7:53-8:11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is grace? What is judgement? Are you guilty of judging others too often? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we ALL make mistakes. He says: “Grace flows to others when we see our sin. Judgement comes when we only see their sin.”

What did Jesus do in response to the Pharisees charge against the adulterous woman? Do we know what he wrote in the sand?

Bible Fact: Jesus only called a woman “woman” twice: here in this passage and to his own mother at the foot of the cross.

What do you think was going through the woman’s mind when the Pharisees took her to Jesus?

Scripture References: Matthew 7:1-2

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 24, 2021

Title: A Fresh Start
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

CFBC Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the “Never the Same” sermon series with his sermon “A Fresh Start”. He focuses on the story of the Woman Caught in Adultery.

Find Pastor Stephens' sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 7:53-8:11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Have your kids ever tried to pull a fast one on you? This is what the Pharisees were trying to do to Jesus. That isn’t ever going to work!

How is it possible to “catch someone in the act of adultery”? Why was only the woman brough to Jesus? Why not the man, too? Where were the witnesses? Why not take the woman to the council instead of Jesus?

Pastor Jarrett takes a few moments in this segment to bring attention to the mentality of the adulterous woman. What was she thinking? Was she worried? Nervous? Had the Pharisees set her up? What was her background? Why did she commit adultery in the first place?

Scripture References: Leviticus 20:10; Deuteronomy 22:22; Deuteronomy 17:17

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 23, 2021

Title: A Fresh Start
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

CFBC Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the “Never the Same” sermon series with his sermon “A Fresh Start”. He focuses on the story of the Woman Caught in Adultery.

Find Pastor Stephens' sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 7:53-8:11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did you know that the earliest manuscripts of the Bible do not include this passage/story? Scholars debate that John actually even told the story! Where should it be placed? Was it even true? Did it contradict the character of Jesus? Pastor Jarrett quotes Greek scholar Bruce Metzger.

Why was Jesus unpopular among the leaders of the day? Why did they hate him? Were they jealous? Were they willing to do anything to make Jesus go away? Did they try to trap/trick Jesus by bringing the adulterous woman to him?

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett recommends reading “The Reliability of Bible Manuscripts”. He also preached a sermon once entitled “Textural Criticism: Manuscript Authority”. You can request a copy of that sermon by emailing Pastor Jarrett at pastor@cfbc.org

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 22, 2021

Title: A Fresh Start
Topic: Never the Same: Encounters with Christ

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

CFBC Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in the “Never the Same” sermon series with his sermon “A Fresh Start”. He focuses on the story of the Woman Caught in Adultery.

Find Pastor Ed’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 7:53-8:11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why do we find juicy gossip so interesting? Pastor Jarrett points out that this is not only true for celebrities and politicians, but within the church, too. Then he asks: “Would you want YOUR dirty laundry exposed?” Yikes!

Did you know that the earliest manuscripts of the Bible do not include this passage/story? Scholars debate that John actually even told the story! More on this tomorrow…

Pastor Jarrett recommends reading “The Reliability of Bible Manuscripts”. He also preached a sermon once entitled “Textural Criticism: Manuscript Authority”. You can request a copy of that sermon by emailing Pastor Jarrett at pastor@cfbc.org

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 5, 2021

Title: Lesson 5: Focused and Faithful
Topic: A Deep Dive into Galatians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week. He continues with the Galatians series with his lesson “Focused and Faithful”.

For this week’s lesson, click here. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the last few minutes of the lesson is unavailable.

Scripture Passage: Galatians 2:1-14

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Paul warn the people not to add anything to the Gospel? Should we heed this warning still today?

Points to Ponder:
Don’t be afraid to take a bold stand for something you know is right.
Faith in Christ alone saves. Don’t add to it or take away from it.
Choose the fear of God over the fear of man.
Honor those with different callings in their life.
The Gospel unites and divides.

Scripture References: Galatians 2:11-14; Galatians 1:10

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 4, 2021

Title: Lesson 5: Focused and Faithful
Topic: A Deep Dive into Galatians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week. He continues with the Galatians series with his lesson “Focused and Faithful”.

For this week’s lesson, click here. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the last few minutes of the lesson is unavailable.

Scripture Passage: Galatians 2:1-14

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Paul use the word “entrust” twice in Galatians 2:7?

Did you know that YOU have been entrusted with the Gospel, too? What are YOU doing with it?

Pastor Jarrett shares a story about a woman from his church when he was a teenager who had a major influence on his life. She had been entrusted with the Gospel and she shared it with everyone!

Have you ever thanked the person/people who have shared the Gospel with you?

Scripture References: 2 Timothy 2

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 3, 2021

Title: Lesson 5: Focused and Faithful
Topic: A Deep Dive into Galatians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week. He continues with the Galatians series with his lesson “Focused and Faithful”.

For this week’s lesson, click here. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the last few minutes of the lesson is unavailable.

Scripture Passage: Galatians 2:1-14

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What was the point of Paul’s letter to the Galatians?

Why did Paul take Titus to Jerusalem?

What did Peter say to the Jerusalem Council?

Pastor Jarrett shares some wise words from a theology professor he had in seminary…

Can the Gospel save us?

Tune in tomorrow for the rest of the Scripture passage from Galatians 2:6-9.

Scripture References: Acts 15; Galatians 5:1-2

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 2, 2021

Title: Lesson 5: Focused and Faithful
Topic: A Deep Dive into Galatians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week. He continues with the Galatians series with his lesson “Focused and Faithful”.

For this week’s lesson, click here. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the last few minutes of the lesson is unavailable.

Scripture Passage: Galatians 2:1-14

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did Paul take Titus with him to Jerusalem? Why did Luke write about this?

What was the Jerusalem Council?

Does circumcision mean being physically circumcised now? Pastor Jarrett explains…

What other matters did the Council discuss?

What did Peter say at this meeting?

Scripture References: Acts 15; Philippians 3

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

March 1, 2021

Title: Lesson 5: Focused and Faithful
Topic: A Deep Dive into Galatians

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens subs in for Mark Lanier this week. He continues with the Galatians series with his lesson “Focused and Faithful”.

For this week’s lesson, click here. NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the last few minutes of the lesson is unavailable.

Scripture Passage: Galatians 2:1-14

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the Gospel? Is adding to or taking away from the Gospel wrong?

What is Paul doing in this letter to the Galatians? Two things: Defending his ministry and defending the Gospel.

What were the false teachers doing? Were they a threat?

Why was Paul so passionate about the Gospel? Pastor Jarrett says that if you have lost your passion, think about what brought you to Christ in the first place.

Why did Paul take Titus with him to Jerusalem? Why did Luke write about this? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 15; Philippians 3; Acts 26; Acts 15

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 26, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

One person cannot do it all. 5 people cannot do it all. It takes ALL members of a church to work for the Kingdom and save more souls. What can YOU do?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us today that our experiences in life are just as important as our spiritual gifts and talents. This is a game-changer for me; how about you?

Hymn of Invitation: “All to Jesus I Surrender”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 25, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DIVERSITY (Romans 12:6-8)
Why are diverse spiritual gifts important?
Can one person do it all?
FF Bruce, Bible Scholar: “Diversity, not uniformity, is the mark of God’s handiwork. It is so in nature. It is so in grace, too. And nowhere more so than in the Christian community.”

How can we discover our spiritual gift?
1. Study them
2. Study yourself

What do you enjoy doing for the Lord? Is that your spiritual gift? Rick Warren has a great acronym for this: SHAPE. Listen as Pastor Jarrett shares more.

Click here to take the FREE Spiritual Gifts Survey. You do not need to be a member of CFBC in order to discover your spiritual gift.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12:4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 24, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

UNITY (Romans 12:4-5)
Are you united with other believers?
Why should churches be united with other churches?
What should every Christian’s goal be? What is our purpose?
How can each member of the Church contribute to the Kingdom?

NOTE: Pastor Jarrett presented this sermon on Super Bowl Sunday, February 7, 2021. He briefly references the SB as it pertains to the verses we are studying in Romans 12.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12:7 and 14-27; John 17; Ephesians 4:12; 1 Peter 4:10

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 23, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HUMILITY (Romans 12:3):
What was Paul trying to convey to the people?
Where do we get our talents?
Are you prideful? How can we fight pride? Pastor Jarrett shares how he prepares for preaching.
What is the difference between talent and a spiritual gift?
Is one spiritual gift more important than another? Absolutely not! Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “We’re better together.”

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett discusses UNITY.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 22, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did you know that Jesus gives you a gift when you are saved?

What is your spiritual gift?

What does Pastor Jarrett mean by “assume the towel”?

The disciples once argued about who was better. What was Jesus’ response to their quarrel?

HUMILITY (Romans 12:3):

What was Paul trying to convey to the people? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: John 13:14-15; Mark 10:45; Matthew 20:25-27; Philippians 2:5-7

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 19, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

One person cannot do it all. 5 people cannot do it all. It takes ALL members of a church to work for the Kingdom and save more souls. What can YOU do?

Pastor Jarrett reminds us today that our experiences in life are just as important as our spiritual gifts and talents. This is a game-changer for me; how about you?

Hymn of Invitation: “All to Jesus I Surrender”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 18, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

DIVERSITY (Romans 12:6-8)
Why are diverse spiritual gifts important?
Can one person do it all?
FF Bruce, Bible Scholar: “Diversity, not uniformity, is the mark of God’s handiwork. It is so in nature. It is so in grace, too. And nowhere more so than in the Christian community.”

How can we discover our spiritual gift?
1. Study them
2. Study yourself

What do you enjoy doing for the Lord? Is that your spiritual gift? Rick Warren has a great acronym for this: SHAPE. Listen as Pastor Jarrett shares more.

Click here to take the FREE Spiritual Gifts Survey. You do not need to be a member of CFBC in order to discover your spiritual gift.

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12:4

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 17, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

HUMILITY (Romans 12:3):
What was Paul trying to convey to the people?
Where do we get our talents?
Are you prideful? How can we fight pride? Pastor Jarrett shares how he prepares for preaching.
What is the difference between talent and a spiritual gift?
Is one spiritual gift more important than another? Absolutely not! Pastor Jarrett reminds us: “We’re better together.”

Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett discusses UNITY.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 15, 2021

Title: Gifted to Serve
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens concludes his “The Essential Church” series this week with his sermon “Gifted to Serve”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Romans 12:3-8

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did you know that Jesus gives you a gift when you are saved?

What is your spiritual gift?

What does Pastor Jarrett mean by “assume the towel”?

The disciples once argued about who was better. What was Jesus’ response to their quarrel?

HUMILITY (Romans 12:3):

What was Paul trying to convey to the people? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: John 13:14-15; Mark 10:45; Matthew 20:25-27; Philippians 2:5-7

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 12, 2021

Title: The Heart of a Giver
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his “The Essential Church” sermon series with a look at giving this week. Does God need our money? Why is it considered obedience to tithe? Is God impressed with how much we give? Or does He look at our heart when we give?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 12:41-44

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares how Champion Forest Baptist Church has helped others in the community.

Why is tithing only meant for believers?

Why shouldn’t we tell others how much we give?

God blesses those who tithe and give to others. Does this mean we won’t ever have a financial problem? No. Does this mean we won’t ever get sick? No. Does this mean life will always be perfect? No.

What does God promise us when we give?

Hymn of Invitation: “Have Thine Own Way, Lord”

Scripture References: Proverbs 11:25; Matthew 6:3-4; Matthew 10:42; Luke 6:38

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 11, 2021

Title: The Heart of a Giver
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his “The Essential Church” sermon series with a look at giving this week. Does God need our money? Why is it considered obedience to tithe? Is God impressed with how much we give? Or does He look at our heart when we give?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 12:41-44

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do you remember the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector? Why did Jesus even care about the tax collector?

Does it really matter how much you give?

Are you a good giver? Do you give to yourself or to others more? “Jesus wants to stretch you in your generosity,” Pastor Jarrett says.

Pastor Jarrett shares how Champion Forest Baptist Church has helped others in the community. More on this tomorrow.

Scripture References: Luke 18:9-14; 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 10, 2021

Title: The Heart of a Giver
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his “The Essential Church” sermon series with a look at giving this week. Does God need our money? Why is it considered obedience to tithe? Is God impressed with how much we give? Or does He look at our heart when we give?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 12:41-44

Questions/Issues Discussed:

WHY SHOULD WE BE GIVERS? Jesus sees why we give.
Why do you tithe? To show off? To feel good? What is the purpose of tithing?
Does God need our money?
AW Tozer: “Before the judgement seat of Christ, my service will be judged, not by how much I have done, but how much I could have done.” Amen!

WHY SHOULD WE BE GIVERS? Jesus sees how we give.
Why did Jesus chastise the men who were making a grand display of their offering?
What warning did Jesus give just before the men gave their offering?
Did Jesus ever give other warnings about money?

Scripture References: Deuteronomy 10:14; Psalm 50:10-12; Haggai 2:8; Mark 12:38-40; Matthew 6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 9, 2021

Title: The Heart of a Giver
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his “The Essential Church” sermon series with a look at giving this week. Does God need our money? Why is it considered obedience to tithe? Is God impressed with how much we give? Or does He look at our heart when we give?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 12:41-44

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Did Jesus ever talk about giving? You bet he did!

FACT: The Bible dedicates over 2300 verses to what we do with our money. It’s probably pretty important.

WHY SHOULD WE BE GIVERS? Jesus sees what we give.
Why does Jesus care if we tithe?
Does God see everything we do?
What is Jesus looking for when we give?


WHY SHOULD WE BE GIVERS? Jesus sees why we give. Pastor Jarrett says: “God weighs the ‘why’.” Listen as he explains this statement…

NOTE: In this segment, Pastor Jarrett discusses a book he is writing “The Always God” which will debut this coming summer.

Scripture References: Psalm 33:13-15; Proverbs 15:3; Job 34:21; Hebrews 4:12-13; Jeremiah 17:10; Proverbs 21:2

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 8, 2021

Title: The Heart of a Giver
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues in his “The Essential Church” sermon series with a look at giving this week. Does God need our money? Why is it considered obedience to tithe? Is God impressed with how much we give? Or does He look at our heart when we give?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Mark 12:41-44

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What does it mean to be a Christian? What did CS Lewis write about the Church? Is the Church filled with Christians today?

When are we most like Christ? Was Jesus a giver?

How is tithing a reflection of our spiritual growth?

Why is the topic of giving (tithing) so hard to talk about in the Church?

Scripture References: Ephesians 5:1; Acts 11:26

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 5, 2021

Title: Called to Fish
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his “The Essential Church” series with his sermon “Called to Fish”. Who does Jesus call to follow him? What does Jesus tell us to do? How can we do that?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 4:18-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Pastor Jarrett shares about the “Three Circles”. Search the APP store on your smart phone to download the “Life On Mission” app for more help and information.

To sum up the message this week: The call to follow is a call to fish.

Are more fish better? Or are more DIVERSE fish better?

Altar Call: Are you a fish or are you fishing?

Hymn of Invitation: “Grace that is Greater than All Our Sin”

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 4, 2021

Title: Called to Fish
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his “The Essential Church” series with his sermon “Called to Fish”. Who does Jesus call to follow him? What does Jesus tell us to do? How can we do that?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 4:18-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How can we learn how to fish?
What is your excuse for not fishing?
What are you passionate about? Do you have a hard time talking about your passion? No? Then why not talk about Jesus? Aren’t you passionate about Jesus?
If you believe that God chose you, why wouldn’t He choose someone else, too? He does!

Pastor Jarrett shares about the “Three Circles”. Search the APP store on your smart phone to download the “Life On Mission” app for more help and information.

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 3, 2021

Title: Called to Fish
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his “The Essential Church” series with his sermon “Called to Fish”. Who does Jesus call to follow him? What does Jesus tell us to do? How can we do that?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 4:18-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What does Jesus tell us to do?
What is the goal of fishing?
Does fishing get tiresome? Pastor Jarrett explains what fishermen did in Biblical times. It was hard work!
Where are we called to fish? HINT: Everywhere!
What is your excuse for not fishing?

Scripture References: Luke 10:2

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 2, 2021

Title: Called to Fish
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his “The Essential Church” series with his sermon “Called to Fish”. Who does Jesus call to follow him? What does Jesus tell us to do? How can we do that?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 4:18-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who does Jesus call to follow him? Does Jesus want us to wait until we’re ready to follow him? Or does he want us to follow him immediately? Will we have to leave some things (even people) behind when we follow Jesus?

What does Jesus tell us to do?
Once we become Christians, is that it?
Is being with other Christians important? Pastor Jarrett shares how he loves meeting with the other pastors of CFBC every week and why it’s important to him.

Scripture References: Matthew 16:24

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

February 1, 2021

Title: Called to Fish
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens continues his “The Essential Church” series with his sermon “Called to Fish”. Who does Jesus call to follow him? What does Jesus tell us to do? How can we do that?

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Matthew 4:18-22

Questions/Issues Discussed:

REVIEW:

Know God and abide in Him.

Why is fishing (sharing the Gospel) essential to the Church?

Did Jesus preach evangelism?

Who does Jesus call to follow him?
Why did Jesus choose fisherman to follow him? (Note: Not all the disciples were fishermen.)
What was so special about the disciples?
WWhy does God choose “nobodies” to further His Kingdom?

Scripture References: Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click /strong> here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 29, 2021

Title: The Secret to Spiritual Growth
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Do you like secrets? Secrets can be fun sometimes, right? Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares some secrets with us this week in his sermon “The Secret to Spiritual Growth”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 15:1-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Who was Harriet Beecher Stowe? Was she a Christian? How did she impact future generations?

As you mature in years, are you maturing in Christ?

Hymn of invitation: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 28, 2021

Title: The Secret to Spiritual Growth
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Do you like secrets? Secrets can be fun sometimes, right? Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares some secrets with us this week in his sermon “The Secret to Spiritual Growth”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 15:1-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Do you believe that God really does have your best interest in His hands?

Remember: We cannot do anything apart from Christ!

How can we remain close to Jesus and grow spiritually?
Spend time WITH Him in the Word
Spend time WITH Him in prayer

Can God really change our desires when we spend time with Him?

Who was Harriet Beecher Stowe? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett continues with her story.

Scripture References: I John 3:24

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 27, 2021

Title: The Secret to Spiritual Growth
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Do you like secrets? Secrets can be fun sometimes, right? Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares some secrets with us this week in his sermon “The Secret to Spiritual Growth”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 15:1-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How is our spiritual growth dependent on our character?

Do you remember the fruits of the spirit? Are you exhibiting them daily?

What does God do to branches that don’t bear fruit? Does this mean you “lose your salvation”? Pastor Jarrett offers a great explanation in response…

How does God prune us to help us bear more fruit? Will God ever stop pruning you?

Are you trying to find your identity in something/someone other than God?

Scripture References: Galatians 5:22-23

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 26, 2021

Title: The Secret to Spiritual Growth
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Do you like secrets? Secrets can be fun sometimes, right? Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares some secrets with us this week in his sermon “The Secret to Spiritual Growth”.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: John 15:1-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Why did the “vine” reference the nation of Israel in the Old Testament?

How can abiding in Christ help our spiritual growth?

What is God’s responsibility as the vine dresser?

What kind of branch will you be? Are you healthy and producing fruit? Or are you a shriveled up dead stick?

How is our spiritual growth dependent on our character? More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: Psalm 80:8-9; Isaiah 27:2-3,6

If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 22, 2021

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is the church essential? Has the pandemic killed the church? How is attending church good for your mental health? Pastor Jarrett reveals the shocking results of a recent Gallop poll…

KNOWING GOD: INTELLECTUALLY

Is there proof that God exists?

How did Paul know God?

Do traditions matter? Pastor Jarrett uses circumcision as an example…

Scripture References: Hebrews 10:26


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KNOWING GOD: INTELLECTUALLY
How did Paul know God?
Does being a “good Christian” help you know God? Remember: Even Satan “knows” God!

KNOWING GOD: EXPERIENTIALLY
What changed Paul’s life?
What has changed your life?
More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: Acts 9


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KNOWING GOD: EXPERIENTIALLY
Have you had a real and true personal experience with God? Has knowing God changed your life?
Pastor Jarrett tells his salvation story. He also shares a funny chips and salsa story that I’m sure is relatable to every Texan. Lol
Do you run when things get tough?

KNOWING GOD: INTIMATELY
How is your relationship with God – really?
What does “know” mean, Biblically?

Scripture References: Psalm 34:8; Luke 18 (the rich, young ruler); John 6:66


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KNOWING GOD: INTIMATELY
How did Paul know God intimately?
What does “know” mean Biblically? Pastor Jarrett uses a reference from the Nelson Study Bible.
Does God know YOU intimately?
How can we join together to know God intimately?
How can we know if we have an intimate knowledge of God? Pastor Jarrett uses JR Packard’s book “Knowing God”…

Tune in tomorrow as we air Pastor Jarrett’s sermon in its entirety as the first half of the show, including the invitation and altar call. Whether you are at home, at work, or in the car – take time to pray for not only your own salvation but the salvation of others who may be listening.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 5

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How is your walk with God – really? Do you really, truly know him intellectually, experientially, and intimately? Pastor Jarrett prays for EVERY person right now, that they will have all three aspects of knowing God.

If you have expressed faith in a personal way with Jesus Christ, first examine your own walk and then pray for others who have not had that experience.

If you are NOT a believer, you can be RIGHT NOW!

If you would like to speak with a Pastor or Counselor at Champion Forest about salvation, call 281.440.3800.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 21, 2021

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 4

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KNOWING GOD: INTIMATELY
How did Paul know God intimately?
What does “know” mean Biblically? Pastor Jarrett uses a reference from the Nelson Study Bible.
Does God know YOU intimately?
How can we join together to know God intimately?
How can we know if we have an intimate knowledge of God? Pastor Jarrett uses JR Packard’s book “Knowing God”…

Tune in tomorrow as we air Pastor Jarrett’s sermon in its entirety as the first half of the show, including the invitation and altar call. Whether you are at home, at work, or in the car – take time to pray for not only your own salvation but the salvation of others who may be listening.


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 20, 2021

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KNOWING GOD: EXPERIENTIALLY
Have you had a real and true personal experience with God? Has knowing God changed your life?
Pastor Jarrett tells his salvation story. He also shares a funny chips and salsa story that I’m sure is relatable to every Texan. Lol
Do you run when things get tough?

KNOWING GOD: INTIMATELY
How is your relationship with God – really?
What does “know” mean, Biblically?

Scripture References: Psalm 34:8; Luke 18 (the rich, young ruler); John 6:66


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 19, 2021

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

KNOWING GOD: INTELLECTUALLY
How did Paul know God?
Does being a “good Christian” help you know God? Remember: Even Satan “knows” God!

KNOWING GOD: EXPERIENTIALLY
What changed Paul’s life?
What has changed your life?
More on this tomorrow…

Scripture References: Acts 9


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here.

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

January 18, 2021

Title: Knowing God
Topic: The Essential Church

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Champion Forest new Executive Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a new sermon series entitled “The Essential Church”. His focus this week is on “Knowing God” intellectually, experientially, and intimately.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Scripture Passage: Philippians 3-11

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Is the church essential? Has the pandemic killed the church? How is attending church good for your mental health? Pastor Jarrett reveals the shocking results of a recent Gallop poll…

KNOWING GOD: INTELLECTUALLY

Is there proof that God exists?

How did Paul know God?

Do traditions matter? Pastor Jarrett uses circumcision as an example…

Scripture References: Hebrews 10:26


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 23, 2020

Title: Breaking News
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is the new Executive Pastor for Champion Forest Baptist Church. He and his wife, Debbie, have four school-age children. They come to CFBC from Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, where he served for over twenty years as the Teaching Pastor.

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week is entitled “Breaking News”, focusing on the shepherd’s reaction to the angels in Luke 2:8-11.

Learn more about Pastor Jarrett here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BREAKING NEWS: It was for everyone!
Why is the message of Christmas – the hope in Christ – for everyone?
Even pastors get jealous sometimes. Pastor Jarrett shares a funny story from his childhood.
Is there anything better than getting a gift with your name on it? God gave you a gift in Jesus! Have you received it yet?

Scripture References: John 3:16; Romans 1:16; Romans 10:13


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 22, 2020

Title: Breaking News
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 2

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is the new Executive Pastor for Champion Forest Baptist Church. He and his wife, Debbie, have four school-age children. They come to CFBC from Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, where he served for over twenty years as the Teaching Pastor.

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week is entitled “Breaking News”, focusing on the shepherd’s reaction to the angels in Luke 2:8-11.

Learn more about Pastor Jarrett here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

BREAKING NEWS: It was good news!

What were the people looking for? A friend? A teacher? A king? A savior?
Did they realize the magnitude of what they were witnessing?

Scripture References: Genesis 3


BREAKING NEWS: It was great joy!

What is the message of Christmas? Pastor Jarrett mentions that you really can’t talk about or even sing about Christmas without being joyful.
Are you fearful today?
Was the shepherd’s fear quickly replaced with joy?

BREAKING NEWS: It was for all the people!

Why is the message of Christmas – the hope in Christ – for everyone?

More on this tomorrow…


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization

December 21, 2020

Title: Breaking News
Topic: Christmas

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 1

Pastor Jarrett Stephens is the new Executive Pastor for Champion Forest Baptist Church. He and his wife, Debbie, have four school-age children. They come to CFBC from Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, where he served for over twenty years as the Teaching Pastor.

Pastor Jarrett’s sermon this week is entitled “Breaking News”, focusing on the shepherd’s reaction to the angels in Luke 2:8-11.

Learn more about Pastor Jarrett here.

Find Pastor Jarrett’s sermon here.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is the purpose of “breaking news”?

Was the birth of Jesus “breaking news”? Was it the best news?

How did the shepherds respond to angels? Would you have reacted the same way?

BREAKING NEWS: It was good news!
This wasn’t good “advice” or “information”. This was good news!
Do you need some good news? Keep praying! It’s coming!
What was the good news?
What makes good news so “good”? What is the bad news?

Scripture References: Proverbs 25:25; Matthew 1:21; Luke 19:10


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, or if you have a prayer request, text: 281.688.2630 and follow the text prompts.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click here:

More from this Guest      More on this Topic      More from this Organization