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August 8, 2025
Title: God has Done His Part. See that You do Yours.
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by John Wills
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
Is the life that you are living the life that Jesus died for? Are you living a life worthy of your calling?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor John Wills presents the next sermon in the series, reminding us of the lessons we have learned over the past several weeks and sharing how we can apply those lessons to our daily walk with Christ.
John Wills is the Missions Pastor and Residency Program Director at CFBC.
Find Pastor John Wills’ sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
No one is guaranteed a spot in heaven. Is yours secured? Pastor John reads a quote from Randy Alcorn’s book: “Money, Possessions, and Eternity”. The quote can be found at the above link at the 26-minute mark.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Is the life that you are living the life that Jesus died for?
Are you living a life worthy of your calling?
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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August 7, 2025
Title: God has Done His Part. See that You do Yours.
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by John Wills
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
Is the life that you are living the life that Jesus died for? Are you living a life worthy of your calling?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor John Wills presents the next sermon in the series, reminding us of the lessons we have learned over the past several weeks and sharing how we can apply those lessons to our daily walk with Christ.
John Wills is the Missions Pastor and Residency Program Director at CFBC.
Find Pastor John Wills’ sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
How can showing moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, endurance, devotion, brotherly affection, and love help our walk with Christ? What will we gain? What will others gain? (2 Corinthians 13:4)
Pastor John shares a great break down of 2 Peter 1:5-7 from John Piper, which can be found at the link above at the 20-minute mark.
How do you react when life throws you a curveball? Pastor John shares about a mission trip he took to Mexico and what Peter commands Christ-followers to do with their talents in 2 Peter 1-: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.
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August 6, 2025
Title: God has Done His Part. See that You do Yours.
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by John Wills
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
Is the life that you are living the life that Jesus died for? Are you living a life worthy of your calling?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor John Wills presents the next sermon in the series, reminding us of the lessons we have learned over the past several weeks and sharing how we can apply those lessons to our daily walk with Christ.
John Wills is the Missions Pastor and Residency Program Director at CFBC.
Find Pastor John Wills’ sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Why should we, as Christians, always show love – even to those who don’t love us
or even hate us? Pastor John shares about a fictional book, “The
Bronze Bow”.
What is love, though? What does love look like? What is “agape love”?
Pastor John shares some phrases that we should start saying, which can be found at the link above at the 16-minute mark.
How can showing moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, endurance, devotion, brotherly affection, and love help our walk with Christ? What will we gain? What will others gain? (2 Corinthians 13:4)
Pastor John shares a great break down of 2 Peter 1:5-7 from John Piper, which can be found at the link above at the 20-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.
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August 5, 2025
Title: God has Done His Part. See that You do Yours.
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by John Wills
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
Is the life that you are living the life that Jesus died for? Are you living a life worthy of your calling?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor John Wills presents the next sermon in the series, reminding us of the lessons we have learned over the past several weeks and sharing how we can apply those lessons to our daily walk with Christ.
John Wills is the Missions Pastor and Residency Program Director at CFBC.
Find Pastor John Wills’ sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Are you living by the Truth of God’s Word? (Micah 6:8)
What is your spiritual gift? What is your “love language”? How do you show your loved ones that you care for them?
Pastor John shares something his wife loves that he absolutely hates – but he does it anyway!
NOTE: If you do not know what your spiritual gift is, click
here to take a FREE Spiritual Gift 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.
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August 4, 2025
Title: God has Done His Part. See that You do Yours.
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor John Wills
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
Is the life that you are living the life that Jesus died for? Are you living a life worthy of your calling?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor John Wills presents the next sermon in the series, reminding us of the lessons we have learned over the past several weeks and sharing how we can apply those lessons to our daily walk with Christ.
John Wills is the Missions Pastor and Residency Program Director at CFBC.
Find Pastor John Wills’ sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Why is it important to be able to understand the Bible? Pastor John shares a great translation of 2 Peter 1:3-4 by Anglican Minister JB Phillips, which can be found at the 3-minute mark at the link above.
What can we bring to God in order to earn our salvation? Is there something that we must do? Is there anything God wants or needs from us?
Pastor John reminds us of what our “part” is in salvation and what God’s word commands of 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.
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July 25, 2025
Title: Get a Hold of Yourself
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Emory Cothen
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
Are you walking so close with Jesus that there is no room for anything else to get in between you and him?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Emory Cothen presents the sermon on self-control.
Pastor Emory Cothen is the Young Adults Pastor at CFBC.
Find Pastor Emory Cothen’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
SELF-CONTROL: The Desire
BOTTOM LINE: God has supplied the self-control we need. Are you making the time to study Scripture and grow in your faith in order to gain self-control against the things of this world?
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Surrender to Jesus. He will change the desires of your 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.
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July 24, 2025
Title: Get a Hold of Yourself
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Emory Cothen
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
Are you walking so close with Jesus that there is no room for anything else to get in between you and him?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Emory Cothen presents the sermon on self-control.
Pastor Emory Cothen is the Young Adults Pastor at CFBC.
Find Pastor Emory Cothen’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
SELF-CONTROL: The Do’s
Why should Christians “feed the spirit”?
What is keeping you from walking right with God? (1 Peter 5:8; 1 Thessalonians 5:6; Luke 9:23)
Are you feeding the spirit or are you listening to the world? Pastor Emory shares a high school football story.
Is there a “cause and effect” relationship between self-control and godliness in your 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
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July 23, 2025
Title: Get a Hold of Yourself
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Emory Cothen
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
Are you walking so close with Jesus that there is no room for anything else to get in between you and him?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Emory Cothen presents the sermon on self-control.
Pastor Emory Cothen is the Young Adults Pastor at CFBC.
Find Pastor Emory Cothen’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
SELF-CONTROL: The Don’ts
Why should Christians “starve the flesh”? (1 Thessalonians 4:3-4; 2 Corinthians 6:18; Proverbs 29:11; Ephesians 4:29; Proverbs 26:20)
What does the Bible say about people’s behavior in the last days? (2 Timothy 3:2-5)
Click the above link and fast-forward to the 58-minute mark to view the list Pastor Emory mentions.
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 22, 2025
Title: Get a Hold of Yourself
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Emory Cothen
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
Are you walking so close with Jesus that there is no room for anything else to get in between you and him?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Emory Cothen presents the sermon on self-control.
Pastor Emory Cothen is the Young Adults Pastor at CFBC.
Find Pastor Emory Cothen’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is self-control? Pastor Emory shares about his lack of self-control with his mama’s peanut butter cookies.
How does self-control (or lack thereof) affect every aspect of our lives? (1 Timothy 4:8)
Is self-control God-fearing? Is self-control spirit-led obedience? Pastor Emory reminds us of the Fruits of the Spirit and why self-control is included on that 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.
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July 21, 2025
Title: Get a Hold of Yourself
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Emory Cothen
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
Are you walking so close with Jesus that there is no room for anything else to get in between you and him?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Emory Cothen presents the sermon on self-control.
Pastor Emory Cothen is the Young Adults Pastor at CFBC.
Find Pastor Emory Cothen’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Pastor Emory begins the sermon with a short review of the past five sermons, reading from the Scripture passage.
What will happen to us if we do not follow the commands of God? What happens when we lack the qualities Peter writes about in this Scripture passage? (vs 8-9)
Pastor Emory reminds us that if we skip even one quality and ignore its part in the Christian walk, it will be very obvious to those around us. You know… kind of like skipping leg day. People will notice!
What is self-control? Tune in tomorrow to hear the rest of Pastor Emory’s cookie 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.
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July 18, 2025
Title: Love Like Family: Brotherly Affection
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Steven Morris
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
What is “brotherly
affection”? Does it matter that we grow in brotherly affection? How do we
show one another brotherly affection?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Steven Morris presents the sermon on brotherly affection. Pastor Steven is the lead pastor at the
Champion Forest North Klein Campus.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon
here.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon notes
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Can spending time with other believers strengthen our brotherly affection for one another and the world? Are small groups really that important? Do they really help us connect?
Pastor Steven reminds us that small groups are great for kids, too!
Are you serving in your church? “See a need. Fill a need.”
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Be friendly – with a purpose!
Get connected – it’s good for the soul!
You cannot show brotherly love without knowing 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
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July 17, 2025
Title: Love Like Family: Brotherly Affection
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Steven Morris
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
What is “brotherly
affection”? Does it matter that we grow in brotherly affection? How do we
show one another brotherly affection?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Steven Morris presents the sermon on brotherly affection. Pastor Steven is the lead pastor at the
Champion Forest North Klein Campus.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon
here.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon notes
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Will showing others sincere brotherly affection strengthen the church? Are you showing others in your own church the same love and respect you show those in your community?
BOTTOM LINE: How can we show brotherly love? Pastor Steven uses 2 Corinthians 13:12 as a guideline “Greet each other with a holy kiss!” Wait!! What?!? Listen as he explains…
Why should Christians always remember that we are on the same team – that we are one family? (1 John 4:19-20)
Pastor Steven reminds us to pray for each other and allow others to pray for us. He also encourages us to not shrink away from conflicts that may arise within the church. Face them and find a resolution.
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 16, 2025
Title: Love Like Family: Brotherly Affection
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Steven Morris
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
What is “brotherly
affection”? Does it matter that we grow in brotherly affection? How do we
show one another brotherly affection?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Steven Morris presents the sermon on brotherly affection. Pastor Steven is the lead pastor at the
Champion Forest North Klein Campus.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon
here.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s 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 from the Bible about brotherly love? (Romans 12:10; Acts 2:42-47; John 13:34-35; Hebrews 13:1)
Why does growing in brotherly affection matter? Pastor Steven gives the “easy” answer and the “right” answer.
Does showing others brotherly affection reveal our true character (John 1:12; Hebrews 2)
How can showing brotherly affection draw others to Jesus? (John 13:35)
Book Reference: “The History of Christian Missions”
by Stephen Neill
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
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July 15, 2025
Title: Love Like Family: Brotherly Affection
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Steven Morris
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
What is “brotherly
affection”? Does it matter that we grow in brotherly affection? How do we
show one another brotherly affection?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Steven Morris presents the sermon on brotherly affection. Pastor Steven is the lead pastor at the
Champion Forest North Klein Campus.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon
here.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon notes
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is “brotherly affection” or “brotherly love”? Pastor Steven offers several different definitions.
Is brotherly affection simply being friendly? Or is it deeper than that?
Does having brotherly affection mean there will never be conflicts – even within the church?
Pastor Steven reminds us: “At the end of the day, our love for Jesus and our love for one another will continue pulling us back together.”
What are you willing to do for another person? Not just your family – but for ANYONE? Think about it as Pastor Steven shares some great 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.
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July 14, 2025
Title: Love Like Family: Brotherly Affection
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Steven Morris
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
What is “brotherly
affection”? Does it matter that we grow in brotherly affection? How do we
show one another brotherly affection?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Steven Morris presents the sermon on brotherly affection. Pastor Steven is the lead pastor at the
Champion Forest North Klein Campus.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon
here.
Find Pastor Steven Morris’s sermon notes
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Today, Pastor Steven talks about some families within the church who have been experiencing very difficult times. How has the church and its individual members ministered to these families?
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 11, 2025
Title: Growing in Steadfastness: Spiritual Stamina
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Kal Kilgo
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
When we face trials
and difficulties and don’t know what to do or how we will make it through,
simply and exclusively look to Jesus. – Pastor Kal Kilgo
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Kal Kilgo preaches on spiritual stamina – or steadfastness.
Pastor Kal is the College and Young Single Adult Pastor at CFBC.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:5-7
Find Pastor Kal Kilgo’s 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 TO GROW IN OUR STEADFASTNESS:
Look at the example of Jesus. (Hebrews 12:1-2)
Wait eagerly for Christ’s return. (1 John 2:17; Philippians 3:21)
*Note: Pastor Kal Kilgo shares a video of a race from 1992, but it does not translate well over the radio waves. If you’d like to view the race, click the above link and fast-forward to the one-hour and nine-minute mark.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 10, 2025
Title: Growing in Steadfastness: Spiritual Stamina
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Kal Kilgo
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
When we face trials
and difficulties and don’t know what to do or how we will make it through,
simply and exclusively look to Jesus. – Pastor Kal Kilgo
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Kal Kilgo preaches on spiritual stamina – or steadfastness.
Pastor Kal is the College and Young Single Adult Pastor at CFBC.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:5-7
Find Pastor Kal Kilgo’s 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 on the above link and fast-forward to the 58-minute mark to view the great quote from Precept Austin, a commentary on the Book of John.
Can our steadfastness be a testimony of our faith for others to see and emulate?
Pastor Kal Kilgo shares a story about a speech made by Winston Churchill.
HOW TO GROW IN OUR STEADFASTNESS:
Look at the example of Jesus. (Hebrews 12:1-2)
More tips and advice from Pastor Kal Kilgo tomorrow.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 9, 2025
Title: Growing in Steadfastness: Spiritual Stamina
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Kal Kilgo
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
When we face trials
and difficulties and don’t know what to do or how we will make it through,
simply and exclusively look to Jesus. – Pastor Kal Kilgo
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Kal Kilgo preaches on spiritual stamina – or steadfastness.
Pastor Kal is the College and Young Single Adult Pastor at CFBC.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:5-7
Find Pastor Kal Kilgo’s 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:
Where does spiritual stamina come from? (Ephesians 1:22; Romans 5:3-4)
Pastor Kal Kilgo puts it this way: “Spiritual stamina is born from submission and abiding in personal fellowship with Jesus Christ.”
How did Paul find intimacy with Christ? Where did Paul get his spiritual stamina? Did Paul’s hardships draw him closer 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.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 8, 2025
Title: Growing in Steadfastness: Spiritual Stamina
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Kal Kilgo
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
When we face trials
and difficulties and don’t know what to do or how we will make it through,
simply and exclusively look to Jesus. – Pastor Kal Kilgo
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Kal Kilgo preaches on spiritual stamina – or steadfastness.
Pastor Kal is the College and Young Single Adult Pastor at CFBC.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:5-7
Find Pastor Kal Kilgo’s 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:
A STEADFAST FAITH: Remains Under Pressure
How can we face hardships in life? I’ll give you three guesses which song from the 1980s Pastor Kal Kilgo uses as an example and the first two guesses don’t count… : )
Do Christians share a special bond with God? Can this bond help us when we face struggles?
A STEADFAST FAITH: Spiritual Staying Power
How does steadfastness help us stand firm when everything else is changing?
Is it important for believers to show grace to others? Can spiritual steadfastness help us to help others? (Psalm 57:1; Psalm 91:14-16)
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 7, 2025
Title: Growing in Steadfastness: Spiritual Stamina
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Kal Kilgo
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
When we face trials
and difficulties and don’t know what to do or how we will make it through,
simply and exclusively look to Jesus. – Pastor Kal Kilgo
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Kal Kilgo preaches on spiritual stamina – or steadfastness.
Pastor Kal is the College and Young Single Adult Pastor at CFBC.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:5-7
Find Pastor Kal Kilgo’s 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 steadfastness mean? What is the Greek word for steadfastness and how is it translated into English? When is this word most often used in Scripture?
Pastor Kal Kilgo breaks down the Greek and explains it in an easy-to-understand way.
What is the difference between being steadfast and being patient?
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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July 4, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
TRAIN: Non-Negotiables
Why is it important for Christians to set boundaries?
How can we stick to our guns and be firm with those boundaries?
FINAL THOUGHTS:
If you were arrested today for being a Christian, would there be 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.
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July 3, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
TRAIN: Action
What are you doing to show others that you are living a godly lifestyle? How do you treat others? Are you living a life of devotion? (James 2:17; 1 John 3:18)
Who do you know that is godly?
TRAIN: Intentionality
Does it really matter who we spend our time with? Does it matter what we watch or listen to?
Why should we aim for godliness as the ultimate prize? (1 Corinthians 9:24-27)
How can we get intentional with our spiritual growth? (Titus 2:12) Pastor Jarrett has some great suggestions.
TRAIN: Non-Negotiables
Why is it important for Christians to set boundaries?
More on this, plus Pastor Jarrett’s closing thoughts, 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.
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July 2, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
TRAIN: Time
Will godliness happen overnight?
Do we really need to spend time in prayer and Bible study to grow in godliness? (Mark 1:35; Psalm 1)
Will we ever not need to spend time with the Lord? Will we ever get to a place where we have spent enough time with him?
TRAIN: Responsibility
What are you doing to grow spiritually?
Can anything “make” us godly? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that everyone will stand before God one day and we can’t use a lifeline to answer for our actions. He also shares a really funny joke about a farmer. Listen in!
Why should we help others in their spiritual growth? Is this our responsibility?
TRAIN: Action
What are you doing to show others that you are living a godly lifestyle?
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.
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July 1, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 “godliness”? Pastor Jarrett offers several different definitions and examples.
Book References: “The Pursuit of Holiness”
and “The
Practice of Godliness”
Does godliness define you? (1 Timothy 4:7-8)
TRAIN: Time
Will godliness happen overnight?
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.
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June 30, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 are the characteristics of virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love connected together?
Does God really want us to grow stronger spiritually? Does God give us what we need to grow stronger spiritually? Do we have a responsibility to do whatever it takes to grow stronger spiritually?
What is “godliness”? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett offers several more definitions and examples.
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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June 27, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
TRAIN: Non-Negotiables
Why is it important for Christians to set boundaries?
How can we stick to our guns and be firm with those boundaries?
FINAL THOUGHTS:
If you were arrested today for being a Christian, would there be 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.
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June 26, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
TRAIN: Action
What are you doing to show others that you are living a godly lifestyle? How do you treat others? Are you living a life of devotion? (James 2:17; 1 John 3:18)
Who do you know that is godly?
TRAIN: Intentionality
Does it really matter who we spend our time with? Does it matter what we watch or listen to?
Why should we aim for godliness as the ultimate prize? (1 Corinthians 9:24-27)
How can we get intentional with our spiritual growth? (Titus 2:12) Pastor Jarrett has some great suggestions.
TRAIN: Non-Negotiables
Why is it important for Christians to set boundaries?
More on this, plus Pastor Jarrett’s closing thoughts, 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.
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June 25, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
TRAIN: Time
Will godliness happen overnight?
Do we really need to spend time in prayer and Bible study to grow in godliness? (Mark 1:35; Psalm 1)
Will we ever not need to spend time with the Lord? Will we ever get to a place where we have spent enough time with him?
TRAIN: Responsibility
What are you doing to grow spiritually?
Can anything “make” us godly? Pastor Jarrett reminds us that everyone will stand before God one day and we can’t use a lifeline to answer for our actions. He also shares a really funny joke about a farmer. Listen in!
Why should we help others in their spiritual growth? Is this our responsibility?
TRAIN: Action
What are you doing to show others that you are living a godly lifestyle?
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.
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June 24, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 “godliness”? Pastor Jarrett offers several different definitions and examples.
Book References: “The Pursuit of Holiness”
and “The
Practice of Godliness”
Does godliness define you? (1 Timothy 4:7-8)
TRAIN: Time
Will godliness happen overnight?
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.
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June 23, 2025
Title: Stronger in Godliness
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
Godliness does not stay confined to the church or the home. Godliness influences every area of our lives.
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens shares how we should TRAIN in order to grow stronger in godliness.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 are the characteristics of virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love connected together?
Does God really want us to grow stronger spiritually? Does God give us what we need to grow stronger spiritually? Do we have a responsibility to do whatever it takes to grow stronger spiritually?
What is “godliness”? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor Jarrett offers several more definitions and examples.
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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June 20, 2025
Title: The Chain of Excellence
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by M. Lanier
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 5
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time.
In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Biblical Literacy teacher, Mark Lanier, presents the sermon “The Chain of Excellence”, focusing on the different meanings for the word “knowledge”.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:2-6
Find Mark Lanier’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Is it ever acceptable to be boastful as a Christian?
How are we to share the love of Christ with others?
What can we do when life overwhelms us? Can Scripture really help us make the right decision? Does it really matter if we fully understand the Bible?
How is the Christian life like a garden?
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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June 19, 2025
Title: The Chain of Excellence
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by M. Lanier
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time.
In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Biblical Literacy teacher, Mark Lanier, presents the sermon “The Chain of Excellence”, focusing on the different meanings for the word “knowledge”.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:2-6
Find Mark Lanier’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
Why is Scripture sometimes a little cryptic and even confusing? Mark uses John 13:13-14 as one example explaining the difference between “Teacher and Lord” and “Lord and Teacher”.
Mark has been focusing on the word “knowledge” this week. What are some other examples in the Bible? (Genesis 4:1; John 10:14; John 17:3; Jeremiah 9:23)
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
here.
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June 18, 2025
Title: The Chain of Excellence
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by M. Lanier
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time.
In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Biblical Literacy teacher, Mark Lanier, presents the sermon “The Chain of Excellence”, focusing on the different meanings for the word “knowledge”.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:2-6
Find Mark Lanier’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
What is “saving knowledge”? Is saving knowledge for everyone – believer and unbeliever alike?
How can we receive and live in/with saving knowledge? Mark explains with a short history lesson.
What is the “chief end” or “purpose” of mankind? What is the most important thing we should ever do?
Those questions lead Mark to ask: What is God? Not “who” is God? But WHAT is God?
Mark discusses what the ancient people believed and what we know today.
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June 17, 2025
Title: The Chain of Excellence
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by M. Lanier
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time.
In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Biblical Literacy teacher, Mark Lanier, presents the sermon “The Chain of Excellence”, focusing on the different meanings for the word “knowledge”.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:2-6
Find Mark Lanier’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
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QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
How does everything in the Bible connect to our lives today? Isn’t it out-of-date?
Why is it important to recognize and understand how words are connected in Scripture?
Mark reads through 2 Peter 1:2-6 explaining the different words and their connection to one specific word: knowledge.
So, what does “knowledge” mean anyway? Tune in tomorrow for more!
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
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June 16, 2025
Title: The Chain of Excellence
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by M. Lanier
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time.
In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, Biblical Literacy teacher, Mark Lanier, presents the sermon “The Chain of Excellence”, focusing on the different meanings for the word “knowledge”.
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:2-6
Find Mark Lanier’s sermon
here.
If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at
questions@cfbc.org
QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:
How does everything in the Bible connect to our lives today? Isn’t it out-of-date?
Mark Lanier offers a review of 2 Peter 1, stopping to explain why Peter chose to write the word knowledge so many 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
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June 13, 2025
Title: Building a Faith that Lasts
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
What does it take to build a faith that stands the test of time?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, in the introductory sermon, Pastor Jarrett explains WHY our growth in Christ matters to God,
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 our character matter? Can a bad character ruin our witness to others?
Pastor Jarrett reminds us that we must not only “talk the talk” but also “walk the walk”. Character matters!
The Benefits of Growing Stronger Spiritually:
Growing stronger spiritually enables us to be effective and productive.
Growing stronger spiritually allows us to see clearly and remember God’s work in our life.
Growing stronger spiritually confirms our calling and election.
Growing stronger spiritually assures us of a rich welcome into the Kingdom.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Are the things you are living for worth Christ dying 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.
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June 12, 2025
Title: Building a Faith that Lasts
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 4
What does it take to build a faith that stands the test of time?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, in the introductory sermon, Pastor Jarrett explains WHY our growth in Christ matters to God,
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
Can we grow stronger spiritually through the faith and good works of others?
Click the link above and fast-forward to the 58-minute mark to view Pastor Jarrett’s gym illustration.
What is wrong with the saying: “Let go and let God”? (Philippians 2:12-13; Romans 12:1-2)
How is sanctification a matter of the heart and mind? Pastor Jarrett encourages us to get as excited about God and sharing the Gospel as we are about talking about and participating in our favorite activity or hobby.
Are you doing everything it takes to grow stronger spiritually? Are you cooperating with the Holy Spirit to let go of bad habits and sin? Are you helping others grow stronger spiritually or are you hindering them?
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
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June 11, 2025
Title: Building a Faith that Lasts
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 3
What does it take to build a faith that stands the test of time?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, in the introductory sermon, Pastor Jarrett explains WHY our growth in Christ matters to God,
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 has Given Us Everything we Need to Grow Stronger Spiritually
Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett discussed “divine power”. Today, he preaches on “divine promises” and “divine partakers”.
What are God’s “divine promises”? Pastor Jarrett reads 1 Peter 1:4, explaining how time spent in God’s Word brings us closer to God and sanctification.
How are we “divine partakers”?
Why does Peter use the phrase “precious promises”? (1 Peter 1:19; 2 Peter 1:1; 1 Peter 1:7)
Can we grow stronger spiritually without spending time with other believers?
We Have a Responsibility to do What it Takes to
Grow Stronger Spiritually Is it God’s responsibility to “make”
us stronger in our faith?
What does the word “Christian” actually mean?
Are people really watching us to see how we will react to situations and what we say and do?
Can we grow stronger spiritually through the faith and good works of others?
Click the link above and fast-forward to the 58-minute mark to view Pastor Jarrett’s gym illustration.
If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.
For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church, click
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June 10, 2025
Title: Building a Faith that Lasts
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 2
What does it take to build a faith that stands the test of time?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, in the introductory sermon, Pastor Jarrett explains WHY our growth in Christ matters to God,
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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:
Do you really desire to be more like God?
God Wants us to Grow Stronger Spiritually
Why does God desire sanctification for His people? Yesterday, Pastor Jarrett defined sanctification using Ephesians 4:11-14; Hebrews 6:1a; Colossians 1:28 and a great quote from author Wayne Grudem.
If you missed the segment, check out the archives.
What is the purpose of sanctification? (1 Thessalonians 4:3a) Click the link above and fast-forward to the 46-minute mark to view the headstone of revivalist and author Leonard Ravenhill and a quote from his book: “Why Revival Tarries”.
God has Given Us Everything We Need to Grow Stronger Spiritually
Do we really have everything we need?
What is “divine power”?
BONUS FACT: Peter used two different forms of the word “knowledge” thirteen times. Maybe it’s 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.
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June 9, 2025
Title: Building a Faith that Lasts
Topic: Stronger
Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)
Day 1
What does it take to build a faith that stands the test of time?
In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, God calls us to grow in Christ one step at a time. In this 7-week series, the pastors at CFBC will walk through the powerful progression found in 2 Peter 1:5–7, where Christians are called to “make every effort” to add to their faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. This isn’t about willpower. It’s about spiritual formation and partnering with God to become the person He is calling you to be.
This week, in the introductory sermon, Pastor Jarrett explains WHY our growth in Christ matters to God,
Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 1:3-11
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 Wants us to Grow Stronger Spiritually
Why is our spiritual growth important to God? (Ephesians 4:11-14; Hebrews 6:1a; Colossians 1:28)
What is sanctification? Wayne Grudem wrote a great definition in “Systematic Theology”: “A progressive work of God and man that makes us more and more free from sin and more like Christ in our actual lives.”
Why does God desire sanctification for 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
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