Morning WorshipMarch 7, 2021 On the cross, Jesus took the penalty for our sin. He became forsaken so that we could be forgiven. In his humanity, he endured separation from God so that we could have life forever with him. If you have not trusted in Jesus for salvation, then make today the day. Come … More Forsaken (Matthew 27:46)
Morning WorshipDecember 27, 2020 In a season of giving and receiving, how will you respond to the greatest gift of all? Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music is provided by Irene Collins and the Cedar Rock Vault.
Morning Worship August 30, 2020 While we should be good citizens of our earthly country, we must always strive to be the best citizens of our eternal country. Politics can be a sensitive subject. In some places, people avoid talking about it altogether! But Jesus had some important things to say about how Christians should … More Jesus’ Guide to God and Government (Matthew 22:15-22)
What should distinguish our lives on social media? What makes us different than everyone else? One simple thing: Love. 34 But when the Pharisees heard that he had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together. 35 And one of them, a lawyer, asked him a question to test him. 36 “Teacher, which is the great commandment in the Law?” 37 And he said to him, “You … More Bible Study: Living as a Christian on Social Media
Sunday Worship April 19, 2020 Jesus’ resurrection wasn’t the end of the story; he gave his disciples an important mission. Discover what that mission is and what it means for you. Featuring Cody Beasley and Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Guest music by Willis and Dana Gupton, Dan and … More Sermon: The Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20)
Easter Sunday Worship April 12, 2020 On Easter Sunday, we get the ultimate solution for bad news and hopelessness — the best news of all and a source of hope. He is risen! Featuring Nathaniel Williams and Cody Beasley at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Videography by Andrew Wagner (https://www.andwags.com/). (We apologize … More Easter Sunday Sermon (Matthew 28:1-10)
Sunday Worship April 5, 2020 What do we make of Black Saturday — that strange day between the anguish of Good Friday and the joy of Resurrection Sunday? And what do we make of our own Black Saturdays — when we are filled with grief? Crack open your Bible, skim the bulletin (below), open your hearts, and … More Sermon: Black Saturday (Matthew 27:55-66)
Sunday Worship March 29, 2020 On the surface, the events of Good Friday are horrific, painful, sorrowful, and unjust. What, then, is so good about Good Friday? In this message, we take a bird’s-eye view of all the events on that fateful day so we can see for ourselves how Good Friday really is good. Crack … More Sermon: Good Friday (Matthew 26:57 – 27:54)
Sunday Worship March 22, 2020 We would prefer to be gathered together in Cedar Rock’s beautiful sanctuary this morning, singing our praises to the Lord. Unfortunately, we’re unable to do so this morning. So we’re doing the next best thing: bringing the worship service to your living room. We hope to improve the quality of … More Sermon: Maundy Thursday (Matthew 26:30-46)
* Listen to the message above. On his way to the cross, Jesus is met by the Scribes and Pharisees, who challenge his authority and try to prove him wrong. Jesus responds with questions and parables that not only silence his opponents, but also challenge believers today. Is Jesus the authority in our lives? Are … More Sermon: Holy Tuesday + Spy Wednesday (Matthew 21:23-32; 26:14-16)
