Crestview Baptist Prattville

Motherhood by Faith

Sun, 12 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Proverbs 31

Unshakable Faith

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 12:25-29

The Two Mountains

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 12:18-24

Endurance by Faith

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 12:12-17

Genesis 25:27-34

Stay Focused

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 12:1-3

Perseverence

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 10:26-39

The Playbook of Faith

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 10:19-25

The Shadow and the Reality

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Hebrews 10

Our Exalted Redeemer

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 9:15-28

Exalted through His Blood

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 9:1-14

Exalted to a Superior Ministry

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 8

Exalted by Hope

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 6:13-20

Exalted in Maturity

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 5:11-6:3

Exalted as Priest

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 4:14-5:10

Exalted in Rest

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 4:1-13

Exalted in Glory

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 3

Exalted through Suffering

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 2:10-18

Exalted in Humility

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 2:5-9

Exalted by Witnesses

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Hebrews 2:1-4

Exalted above Angels

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 20:15:00 +0000

Hebrews 1:5-14

The Gods of New and Old

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 02:45:39 +0000

Acts 17:16-34

The Tool of False "Truths"

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Isaiah 5:18-24

The God of Gender Identity

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Genesis 1:26-27; Judges 2:16-19; John 1:14; 2 Timothy 2:24-26

The God of Humanism

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Genesis 11:1-9

The God of the Self

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Genesis 3:4-6; Isaiah 14:12-15; Luke 9:23-24

The Rules of Revival: Rule 5

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Key Passage: Acts 2

The Rules of Revival: Rule 4

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Matthew 7:24-27; Hosea 14; 2 Chronicles 34:1-3; 2 Kings 23:25

The Rules of Revival: Rule 3

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000

2 Chronicles 7:13-14

The Rules of Revival: Rule 2

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Key Passages: Psalm 19:7-11; Nehemiah 8-10

The Rules of Revival: Rule 1

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Key Passages: Romans 1:18-32; Isaiah 64:1; Amos 3:3

Responding to God's Commandments

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:22-33

Be Honest

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:20

Be Generous

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:19

Be Faithful

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:18

Value Life

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:17

Honor Mom and Dad

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:16

God's Holy Day

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:12-15

God's Holy Name

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:11

True Worship

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:8-10

God Alone

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:7

I Am the LORD Your God

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 5:1-6

We Are Faithful

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 5:12-14

We Are on Guard

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 5:8-11

We Are Humble

Mon, 16 May 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 5:6-7

We Are Joyful

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 4:12-19

We Are Stewards

Mon, 02 May 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 4:1-11

We Are Reconciled

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000

2 Corinthians 5:14-21

We Are Raised with Christ

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 3:18-22

We Are Righteous Sufferers

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 3:13-18

We Are Upright

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 3:8

Resolved

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Daniel 1:8-21

We Are Submitted Together

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 3:1-7

We Are Suffering Servants

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 2:18-25

We Are Under Authority

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 2:11-17

We Are Different

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 2:4-10

We Are Called

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 1:14-16

We Are Beneficiaries

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 1:10-12

We Are Tested and Proven

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 1:6-9

We Are Born Again

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 1:3-5; see also John 3:1-5

Who Are We?

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000

1 Peter 1:1-2

The Word Became Flesh

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

John 1:14-18

The Pattern of the Messiah

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Psalm 118:22-23; see also Matthew 21, Acts 4:8-12, 1 Peter 2:6-8, and Philippians 2:5-11

Exile and Return

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Taken into exile in Babylon, then under Persian rule, the Jews found God faithful in distant lands. In this final part of the History of Israel, Bro. Michael shows us how the prophets and people of the exile and return experienced God's hand at work.

A Priest Forever

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Psalm 110; see also Numbers 23:19; Hebrews 4:14-16, 7:24-25, 8:1-13, 10:19-25

The Divided Kingdom - Judah

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

In the Kingdom of Judah, kings good and bad lead God's people down a path of rebellion against and revival toward God.

Be Not Silent

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Psalm 109

The Divided Kingdom - Israel

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

The History of Israel - Northern Kingdom from Jeroboam to the Fall of Samaria

You Will Remain

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Psalm 102

The United Kingdom of Israel

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Israel's history is a rich tapestry of triumph and travail, and shows us the theme of God's grace to a messy humanity. In this lesson, Bro. Michael looks at the first three kings: Saul, David, and Solomon, showing us how Israel reached it's zenith before fracturing apart.

Of Old You Spoke

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Psalm 89

From the Exodus through the Judges

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Israel's history is a rich tapestry of triumph and travail, and shows us the theme of God's grace to a messy humanity. In this lesson, Bro. Michael walks us through the early history of Israel, from the time of the Exodus until the establishment of the monarchy.

Consumed by Zeal

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Psalm 69; John 2:13-17

The Discipline of Rest

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Rest isn't laziness, but the submission of our efforts to God's perfect work. In this sermon, Bro. Michael calls us to rest in the finished work of Christ.

You Ascended on High

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Psalm 68

The Discipline of Submission

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Submission isn't just doing what God wants, but shaping our will to God's will. In this sermon, Bro. Michael examines the attitude of genuine submission to God.

Your Throne, O God, Is Forever

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Psalm 45

The Discipline of Service

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Service isn't just what we do, it's the how and why behind our actions. In this sermon, Bro. Michael looks at service through God's paradigm in 1 Peter 4:8-11.

The Discipline of Worship

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Worship is more than a song: it's our rightful response to the nature and actions of God. In this sermon, Bro. Michael considers how worship is about more than Sunday services, but envelopes all of creation as well as all of us.

It Is Written of Me

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Psalm 40:6-10

The Discipline of Evangelism

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Dr. Mark Tolbert, Director of the Caskey Center for Church Excellence at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, said it well: "We don't drift into evangelism." Evangelism is a discipline. In this message, Bro. Michael discusses the power of God for salvation - the gospel - and helps us know how to share it.

Homecoming 2021

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 4:6, Philippians 3:12-14

Homecoming Sermon by Dr. Garner V. Clark. Dr. Clark served as pastor of Autaugaville Baptist Church, Autaguaville, AL, for over 30 years before retiring a few years ago. In this sermon, Dr. Clark preaches about the importance of "sitting in one chair".

The Discipline of Confession

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Confession is the means to have forgiveness and freedom in Christ.

You Will Not Abandon

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Psalm 16

The Discipline of Journaling

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Journaling isn't about "expressing yourself." It's about being conformed into the Imago Dei.

I Have Set My King

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Psalm 2 presents the Messiah as the King, established by God and ruling over all the nations at God's will.

Living with Faith

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 5:13-20

Living with Patience

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 5:7-12

The Discipline of Simplicity

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Simplicity isn't just about getting rid of stuff; it's about being more like God. In this sermon, Bro. Michael shows us how God's simple nature provides us a model for our lives.

Living with Wealth

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 5:1-6

The Disciplines of Silence and Solitude

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

It's hard in our busy world to get away and be silent, but the disciplines of silence and solitude enable believers to hear God's voice, trust him, and live out his calling. In this message, Bro. Michael bids us to stop and be silent before God.

Living without Boasting

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 4:13-17

The Discipline of Fasting

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Fasting is not a common practice in the modern church, but for centuries believers have found fasting to be a means to godliness. In this study, Bro. Michael looks at the proper motivations for fasting and gives some practical tips to help us learn to fast.

Living with Your Brother

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 4:11-12; cf. John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-12, Romans 2:1-3, 14:10-13

Living with Passions

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 4:1-10

The Discipline of Prayer

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 23:37:41 +0000

Prayer is the breath of God within the Christian's lungs. In this study, Bro. Michael helps us see God's purposes for prayer and some ways of deepening our prayer life.

The Discipline of Meditation

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

The spiritual discipline of meditation is a means of hiding the Word into our hearts (Psalm 119:11). In this study, Bro. Michael invites us to stop and meditate on Scripture. After looking at the need and some practical tips, he leads us to meditate on John 11:25.

The Discipline of Bible Intake

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Taking in God's Word is a foundational discipline for the Christian life. In this study, Bro. Michael looks at the ways we can intake God's Word: hearing, reading, study, and observation. Then we take time to hear and read God's word as various people share their favorite passages.

Living with the Tongue

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 3:1-12

The Purpose of the Disciplines

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

1 Timothy 4:7-8; Matthew 11:28-30; John 14:21-24; Luke 9:23-26

Living with Works

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 2:14-26

The Family

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article XVIII

Living without Partiality

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 2:1-13

Living Your Faith

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

James 1

How Quickly They Forget

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 13

Religious Liberty

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article XVII

Dedicated

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 12:27-43

Peace and War

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article XVI

Moving In

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 11:1-2

The Ingredients of Revival

Mon, 31 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 8-10

The Christian and the Social Order

Fri, 28 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article XV

Finishing the Task

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 6-7

Righting the Wrongs

Mon, 17 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 5: God's Leader Responds to Wrongs by Following and Leading Others to Follow God's Commands

Education

Fri, 07 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article XII

The Work Begins

Mon, 03 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 2:17-3:32

Evangelism and Missions

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article XI

Assessing the Damage

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 2:1-16

The Last Things

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article X

Feeling the Burden

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Nehemiah 1

Why Does Easter Matter?

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

1 Corinthians 15:12-22

The Kingdom

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message: Article IX

The Lord's Day

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article VIII

The Struggle for the Mind

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Philippians 4:8-9

Baptism and the Lord's Supper

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message, Article VII

The Struggle for Application

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Philippians 4:2-7

The Church

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

BF&M 2000: Article VI

The Struggle for Consistency

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 3:17-4:1

God's Purpose of Grace

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Baptist Faith and Message 2000, Article V

The Struggle to Endure

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 3:12-16

Article IV: Salvation

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000

The Baptist Faith and Message, Article IV

The Struggle to Lose

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 3:1-11: Who ever heard of an athlete, destined to win, who instead choses to be a loser? In this message, Bro. Michael shows us how everything can be worth losing, when there's the right thing to gain instead.

BF&M Article II: God the Holy Spirit

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000

A walk through Section C of Article II of the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 on God the Holy Spirit

BF&M Article II: God the Son

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000

A walk through the 2000 Baptist Faith and Message, Article II, Section B: God the Son

The Struggle for One Another

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 2:1-11 - Jesus gives us the divine example, and the divine imperative, for humility and selflessness.

The Struggle for Life

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 1:19-30 - Paul has found that life is not merely "for" Christ or "with" Christ, but living is Christ.

BF&M Article I: The Scriptures

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

The Scriptures are the revelation of God's self, standard, and Son to men.

The Struggle for the Gospel

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 1:12-18 - The Gospel is Resilient against Opposition, Resilient against Exploitation, and Victorious in Every Way

All Must Be Fulfilled

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Luke 24:36-53

Struggling Together

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Philippians 1:1-11

The Gifts of the Wise Men

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Matthew 2:1-12

On the Road to Emmaus

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Luke 24:13-35

The Gift of the Child

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000

Matthew 1:18-25

The Coming of the Son of Man

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Luke 21:7-28 - Jesus' second coming is both imminent and perfectly timed.

The Gift of Grace

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Matthew 1:1-17 - God gives us grace, but requires us to repent of our sins.

The Temple's Doom

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Luke 21:5-6 - The Temple, just as the man-made pseudo-religion it represented, is doomed to destruction.

The Widow's Offering

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 20:45:00 +0000

Luke 21:1-4 - God greatly values gifts that cost us greatly

The Gift of Life

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Deuteronomy 30:11-20

God gives us life, but requires us to use it in obedience to his commands.

Beware the Scribes

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Jesus' warning to beware the Scribes in Luke 20:45-47 is a two-fold warning: not only should we avoid the "Scribes," but we should also avoid becoming "Scribes" ourselves.

The Case of the Seven Husbands

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

In Luke 20:27-40, the Sadducees try to "shut down" Jesus with a ridiculous scenario, but they are the ones who are silenced.

Whose Son Is Christ?

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

In Luke 20:41-44, Jesus turns the tables and asks a question to challenge the conventional wisdom of what the Messiah truly is.

Should I Pay Taxes?

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

In Luke 20:19-26, some pretenders as Jesus a trick question, but the Son of God sees through their attempt and silences them with godly wisdom.

Who Gave You Authority?

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 20:1-8, Bro. Michael examines the source of Jesus' authority, and our need to accept his authority over us.

Cleansing the Temple

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

Luke 19:45-48 details one of the most interesting incidences in Jesus' ministry - the cleansing of the temple. In this sermon, Bro. Michael shows us how Jesus was both bringing divine judgment on a broken system while seeking to restore it's true purpose.

The Triumphal Entry

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

What does the Triumphal Entry teach us about Christ? In this sermon on Luke 19:28-40, Bro. Michael examines this passage to find our more about Jesus and how he challenges us to follow in his steps.

How Can I Have More Faith?

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A quick internet search will show numerous blogs and sermons about how to increase your faith. The disciples wanted a bigger faith, too. In this sermon on Luke 17:5-10, Bro. Michael looks at Jesus' response. Hint: He's not just interested in a bigger faith...

Zacchaeus Was a Wee Little Man

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

The story of Zacchaeus is a favorite of many children. In this sermon on Luke 19:1-10, Bro. Michael calls us back to the Scripture to fill in the details our Sunday School teachers missed.

How Should We Pray?

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

When the disciples wanted to learn from Jesus, they could have asked him to teach them anything. They chose to ask "How should we pray?" In this sermon on Luke 11:1-13, Bro. Michael helps us learn to pray at the feet of the Master.

Like a Child

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Jesus said that we needed to be like children to enter the Kingdom of God. But what does he mean? In this sermon on Luke 18:15-17, Bro. Michael examines Christ's teachings about children and how we must become like a child to enter His Kingdom.

Don't You Care?!?

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Luke 10:38-42, Bro. Michael explores how our service to God can distract us from him, and how to realign ourselves with him.

Let Your Light Shine

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

For our Homecoming service, we were honored to have Dr. Chuck Kelley preach. Dr. Kelley is the Distinguished Research Professor of Evangelism and President Emeritus at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and the Founder of Innovative Evangelism. He preaches this sermon from Matthew 5.

What Now?

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Now that our vision has been examined, what will it take to live that vision out? In this sermon, Bro. Michael reveals three milestones to help us track our progress, and three simple steps it will take to make God's vision a reality.

Making Disciples

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 14:45:00 +0000

God has commissioned his Church to make disciples.

Our Core Characteristics

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Who do we need to be to live out the vision God has for Crestview? In this sermon, Bro. Michael shares the six core characteristics that we will need to have to see God's vision realized.

Belonging Together

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0000

By the blood of Christ we belong together. Sermon on Ephesians 2:11-22.

Adopted by Faith

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In Ephesians 1-2, Paul talks about the adoption we have in Christ. This sermon seeks to explore our relationship with God through Christ.

Why This Vision?

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:59:23 +0000

God has given his church a directive: proclaim His gospel and make disciples. But how does our church do that in our context: with our people in our community? In this sermon, Bro. Michael considers how this vision of being God's Family gives us a blueprint for fulfilling God's Great Commission.

We Are God's Family

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0000

As Crestview Baptist pursues God's mission for our congregation, we recognize that we are God's family, and that our community needs us to live in light of our relationship with God.

The Fig Tree

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 21:29-36, Bro. Michael finishes his series in the parables of Jesus. Jesus is coming back - the signs are all around. The question is: are you ready?

I Am Coming Soon!

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0000

The end of Revelation gives us a promise from Christ: he is coming soon!

The Wicked Tenants

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Luke 20:9-19, Bro. Michael examines the characters of Jesus' parable of the wicked tenants, and finds the story of humanity.

All Things New, Part 2

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Revelation 21:9-22:5 gives us a picture of the New Jerusalem, the place of God's permanent presence with men, and the River of Life flowing from his throne.

All Things New, Part 1

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 05:00:00 +0000

The new heaven and new earth demonstrate the culmination of God's redemptive work in human history.

Judgment Day

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Revelation 20:7-15, Bro. Michael shows us the certainty and severity of God's ultimate judgment of the Devil, the Dead, and Death.

The Persistent Widow

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 18:1-8, Bro. Michael examines the parable of the persistent widow and Jesus' charge to not stop seeking God's perfect justice.

The Millennium

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Revelation 20:1-6, Bro. Michael examines how Satan is incompetent to thwart God's justice.

Riding on a White Horse

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Revelation 19:11-21, Bro. Michael reminds us that Jesus will judge the wicked and reign over all.

Two Masters

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

No man can serve two masters. In this sermon, Bro. Michael calls us to give up the other masters and serve God.

Hallelujah!

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Revelation 19, we see that God's character and actions, displayed through judgment, bring both the heavenly host and faithful disciples into a spirit of worship.

The Lost Things, Found

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Through three parables in Luke 15, Bro. Michael shows us that God rejoices over all repentant sinners, and we should too.

Babylon Has Fallen

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Revelation 18, Bro. Michael shows how those who oppose God are destined from destruction.

Tasteless Salt?

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Luke 14:34-35, Bro. Michael reminds us that the disciple who loses his flavor is useless in the Kingdom of God.

Beauty and the Beast

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Revelation 17, Bro. Michael shows us that the "beauty" of Babylon is destined for destruction.

The Great Banquet

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

God has prepared for us a great banquet in the bounty of his grace. In this sermon from Luke 14:15-24, Bro. Michael reminds us that to enjoy the bounty, we must accept his invitation of repentance from sin.

The Tales of Three Feasts

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 14:1-14, Bro. Michael helps us learn to eat our humble pie instead of seeking honor on our own terms.

The Seven Bowls

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Covering Revelation 15-16, John details for us the final act of God's wrath on the unrepentant on the earth. In this sermon, Bro. Michael helps us see how God's wrath shows us His righteousness.

The Narrow Door

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 13:22-30, Bro. Michael considers the parable of the narrow door, reminding us that we must forsake everything else in order to enter God's Kingdom.

Reap!

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In Revelation 14:14-20, we see two reapers harvesting the earth. Bro. Michael shows us how the judgment of God should move us to action - repenting of sin and proclaiming the gospel.

Little Things with Big Results

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 13:18-21, Bro. Michael shows us how the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven illustrate the nature of the Kingdom of God - it might start small, but the Kingdom produces big results in the faithful.

Angels Calling

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon from Revelation 14:6-13, Bro. Michael details the calls of three angels, reminding us that we must heed the warnings of God's impending judgment on all humanity.

Fruitless

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Luke 13:1-9, Bro. Michael warns us that we must repent of our unfruitfulness or we will face God's judgment.

Ready or Not...

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Jesus's parables of the Ready Servant, the Ready House-master, and the Two Servants in Luke 12:35-48 demonstrate the importance of being ready for what's to come, even when we don't know when. In this sermon, Bro. Michael reminds us that we, as Jesus' followers, must be ready for his return, faithfully doing his work until he comes again.

Those Standing with the Lamb

Fri, 29 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

After looking at the false Christ and his prophet in chapter 13, John sees the True Christ taking his position on Mt. Zion. In this sermon from Revelation 14:1-5, Bro. Michael takes a closer look at those standing with him, and how our lives should match theirs.

The Rich Fool

Mon, 25 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Something is not right about a fool who is rich. In this sermon on Luke 12:13-21, Bro. Michael examines Jesus' parable of the rich fool, showing us the characteristics of a rich fool, and how to protect yourself from becoming one.

This Little Light of Mine

Mon, 18 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

The eye is the lamp of the body. In this sermon from Luke 11:33-36, Bro. Michael explores how we can shine God's light (hint: it starts by having God's light within us).

The Two Beasts, Part 2

Fri, 15 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In this sermon on Revelation 13:11-18, we take a look at the false prophet of the false Christ. Satan cannot match the Messiah, but he can imitate him. Bro. Michael calls us to discern and follow the true Christ and not the cheap knock-off.

The Two Beasts, Part 1

Fri, 08 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Satan has two beasts that will do his work in the later days. In this sermon on Revelation 13:1-10, Bro. Michael tells us about the first beast, reminding us that those who oppose God are often the means He uses to accomplish His will.

The Parable of the Hidden Lamp

Mon, 04 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Jesus said that hearing the Word and not acting on it is like lighting a lamp and hiding it. In this sermon from Luke 8:16-21, Bro. Michael warns us to take care how we hear God's Word.

The Woman and the Dragon

Fri, 01 May 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Our study in Revelation brings us to chapter 12, where we discover that evil has already been defeated, but won't go down without a fight.

The Story of the Soils

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

In the Parable of the Soils (Luke 8:4-15), Jesus reveals that its the condition of our hearts that determine the fruitfulness of God's Word in us. In this sermon, Bro. Michael calls us to be good soil for the seed of God's Word.

Seeking, But Not Finding

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

We are a seeking people. Always have been. In this Easter sermon on Luke 24:1-12, Bro. Michael helps you discover what you've always been searching for, and where you can find it.

The Rapture

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, with references in Matthew 24, 1 Corinthians 15, 1 Thessalonians 5, and Revelation 3. This sermon discusses the doctrine of the Rapture.

The Kingdom's Wisdom

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Luke 6:46-49

The Seventh Trumpet

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 11:15-19

The Kingdom's Righteousness

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 6:43-45

The Two Witnesses

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 11:1-14

The Kingdom's Judgment

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 6:37-42

The Big Angel and the Little Scroll

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 10

The Kingdom's Love

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 6:27-36

The Sixth Trumpet

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 9:13-21

Blessings and Woes

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 6:17-26

The Fifth Trumpet

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 9:1-12

The Lord of Forgiveness

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 7:36-50

The Lord of Faith

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 7:18-23

The Trumpets Begin

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 8:6-13

The Lord of the Sabbath

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 6:1-11

The Seventh Seal

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Revelation 8:1-5

The Lord of the Fast

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 5:33-39

The Sealed and the Redeemed

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Revelation 7

Follow Me

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Luke 5:1-11 and 5:27-28, with references to 6:12-16

The First Six Seals

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 6

The Lamb, the Scroll, and the Seals

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 5

Tempted in the Desert

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Luke 4:1-13

The Throne

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 4

Beloved in the River

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Luke 3:15-22

Things to Come: Introduction

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

How can we interpret the book of Revelation rightly? In this introduction, Bro. Michael gives some ground rules for interpreting the Revelation of Jesus Christ.

The Twelve Year Old in the Temple

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Luke 2:41-52

The Blessing of the Baby, Part 2

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Luke 2:22-40. In this sermon, Bro. Michael takes a bigger-picture view of Jesus' dedication in the temple and the roles Simeon and Anna played in God's redemption of Israel.

The Blessing of the Baby, Part 1

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Luke 2:22-40. In this sermon, Bro. Michael focuses attention on the Salvation of God by examining the story of Simeon.

Special Study: The Holy Spirit Q&A

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 06:00:00 +0000

In the fourth and final week of this series, Bro. Michael addresses some questions from church members concerning the Holy Spirit. Questions include whether man is a trichotomy (body, soul, and spirit) or dichotomy (body and soul/spirit), can the Holy Spirit ever leave a believer, and what blasphemy of the Holy Spirit is.

For Unto Us a Child Is Born

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 2:1-7.

The Prophecy of the Priestly Parent

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Luke 1:67-80

Special Study: The Holy Spirit in the Epistles

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

In this third week of a four-week series, Bro. Michael discusses the role of the Holy Spirit as God's active presence in the lives of believers, focusing on the teachings on the Holy Spirit in the NT epistles.

The Birth of the Baptist

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Luke 1:57-66

Special Study: The Holy Spirit in the Gospels and Acts

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

In this second week of a four-week series, Bro. Michael walks us through the four gospels and Acts, describing the work and person of the Holy Spirit in the lives of John the Baptist, Jesus Christ, and the early church.

The Praise of the Pregnant

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Luke 1:39-56

Special Study: The Holy Spirit in the OT

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

In this first week of a four-week series, Bro. Michael walks us through several OT passages, describing the work and person of the Holy Spirit.

Mary and the Messianic Messenger

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 1:26-38

The Angelic Announcement

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 1:5-25

Dear Laodicea

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 3:14-22

That You May Have Certainty

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Luke 1:1-4

Dear Philadelphia

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Revelation 3:7-13

Everyday Wisdom for Getting Honor

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from the Proverbs

Dear Sardis

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Revelation 3:1-6

Everyday Wisdom for Judging Fair

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 06:00:00 +0000

A sermon from the Proverbs

Dear Thyatira

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Revelation 2:18-29

Everyday Wisdom for Talking the Talk

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from the Proverbs

Dear Pergamum

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Revelation 2:12-17

Everyday Wisdom for Working Hard

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Proverbs 6:6-11

Dear Smyrna

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 2:8-11

Everyday Wisdom for Leading Others

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from the book of Proverbs

A True Homecoming

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A special edition of the podcast: Homecoming 2019! Featuring the music of Heartline, a group based in Prattville, AL, and the preaching of Dr. Dale Huff.

Dear Ephesus

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Revelation 2:1-7

Everyday Wisdom for Loving Family

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from the book of Proverbs

I Saw the Son!

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Revelation 1:9-20

Everyday Wisdom for Living Right

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Proverbs 10:23-32

Let Him Hear

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Revelation 1:1-8

Everyday Wisdom for Faithful Stewardship

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 05:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from the Proverbs

Can These Bones Live?

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Ezekiel 37:1-14

Everyday Wisdom for Having Plenty

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from the Proverbs

How Can I Get Wisdom?

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Proverbs 3:1-12

God and the Temple

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 23:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Ezekiel 8-10; 43

What Is Wisdom Good For?

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Proverbs 1:1-7

I Will Restore

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Ezekiel 39:25-29

Who Are You Following?

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Galatians 6:11-18

God Uses the Unwilling

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 23:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Ezekiel 37:1-38:24

How Do We Love One Another?

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Galatians 6:1-10

The Two Twigs

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 23:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Ezekiel 37:15-28

The War Within

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Galatians 5:16-26

Two Sons

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Galatians 4:21-31

No Turning Back!

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Galatians 4:8-20

Free at Last!

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Galatians 5:1-15

How to Be Judged

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Ezekiel 35

Before and After

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon from Galatians 3:23-29

A Covenant of Peace

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Ezekiel 34:25-31.

How to Receive God's Blessings

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Galatians 3:1-9

Who Am I Pleasing?

Sun, 26 May 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon from Galatians 2:11-14

The Nature of the Gospel

Sun, 19 May 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Galatians 2:15-21

By the Authority Vested in Me

Sun, 12 May 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Galatians 1:10-2:10

How to Be Cursed

Sun, 05 May 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Galatians 1:6-10

Called, "Free!"

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Galatians 1:1-5

What Difference Does the Resurrection Make?

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Mark 16:1-8

Our Passover Lamb

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Mark 14:12-31

The Toil of Prayer

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Mark 14:32-42

The Anointed One

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A Sermon on Mark 14:3-9

What's to Come

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Mark 13:3-37

The Son, the Scribes, and the Stones

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 17:00:00 +0000

A sermon on Mark 12:35-13:2