Shows
The Hillside PulpitHope in an Anxious WorldIn this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses a biblical perspective on
fear, anxiety, and worry. Learn more in this message preached to
Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/29/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-12-3038 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Weary World Rejoices -- HOPE for the WearyIn this sermon, Pastor Chad Hendley discusses why the world is such a
wearying place--and how, because of Christmas, we can have hope. Learn
more in this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA
on 12/22/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-12-2334 min
The Hillside PulpitHope in the Spiritual Desert -- A Sermon on Psalm 63Have you ever felt spiritually dry? Do you feel like your wandering the
spiritual desert? There's a way out! Learn more in this sermon preached
to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/25/24 by pastor Chad
Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-12-1636 min
The Hillside PulpitHope for Our Lost Loved OnesIn this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley explains the hope we have in
Scripture for our loved that have yet to come to Christ. Learn more in
this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
12/1/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-12-0235 min
The Hillside PulpitHope in Suffering -- A Sermon on 1 Thes 3In this message, pastor Chad Hendley discusses the hope available to us
through Christ in midst of the sufferings we face in this world. Learn
more in this sermon preaching to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA
on 11/17/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-11-1837 min
The Hillside PulpitChristianity & PoliticsIn this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley gives a big picture perspective of
how politics fits into the plans and purposes of God, as well as our
(Americans') role as citizens of a constitutional republic. Learn more
in this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
11/10/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-11-1145 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Power of the WordIn this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses how the Word of God has
the power to (1) save, (2) change, and (3) secure. Learn more in this
message preached to Hilliside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/3/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-11-0434 min
The Hillside PulpitScripture and HomosexualityIn this sermon, Pastor Chad Hendley discusses what the Bible has to say
about the question of homosexuality. Learn more in this message
delivered to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/20/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-10-2244 min
The Hillside PulpitHe Made Them Male and Female -- A Sermon on Gen 1In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley begins a new series called
"Christianity in Controversy: Thinking Biblically Through the Pressing
Issues of the Faith. In this sermon, we learn about the Bible's view on
sex and gender. Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 10/6/24.www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-10-0742 min
The Hillside PulpitChristianity in Conflict -- A Sermon on Acts 23:12-35In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses how we are to live as
Christians in Conflict in the midst of a broken world--the basic state
of our faith. Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 7/21/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-07-2237 min
The Hillside PulpitOur Christian Testimony -- A Sermon on Acts 21:27-22:21In this sermon, we learn about our own Christian testimony from Paul's testimony proclaimed before the mob in Jerusalem who tried to kill him. Learn more in this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/30/24 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-07-0138 min
The Hillside PulpitEnduring Faithfulness -- A Sermon on Acts 20:25-38In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley examines the qualities necessary for
Christian leaders--and all Christians--to live lives of enduring
faithfulness. Learn more in this message preached to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 6-9-24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-06-1034 min
The Hillside PulpitContinuing a Legacy -- A Sermon on 2 Tim 3:10-17In sermon, pastor Chad Hendley shares a message to graduates on carrying
forward the legacy of Christ in the world. Learn more in this message
preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/2/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-06-0332 min
The Hillside PulpitWorthy of Imitation -- A Sermon on Acts 20:17-24In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses a life worthy of imitation
from Paul's message to the Ephesian elders. Learn more in this sermon
preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 5/26/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-05-2737 min
The Hillside PulpitSaved by a Child -- Mother's Day 2024 -- A Sermon on 1 Samuel 2:1-11In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses some of the wonders of
motherhood from Hannah's famous prayer. Learn more in this message
preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 5/12/24.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-05-1333 min
The Hillside PulpitSold Out: Reborn through God -- A Sermon on 1 Pet 1:22-25This message was preached at Sold Out: Encounter 2024, a youth
discipleship event at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church in Thomaston, GA. It
was preached by pastor Chad Hendley on the morning of Sunday, May 5,
2024. This was the 3rd of three messages discussing being sold out for
God. And the third way we are sold out to God is to understand how we were reborn through God. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-05-0732 min
The Hillside PulpitSold Out: Purchased by God -- A Sermon on 1 Peter 1:17-21This message was preached at Sold Out: Encounter 2024, a youth
discipleship event at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church in Thomaston, GA. It
was preached by pastor Chad Hendley on the evening of Saturday, May 4,
2024. This was the 2nd of three messages discussing being sold out for
God. And the second way we are sold out to God is to remember the high price God paid to purchase his people. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-05-0642 min
The Hillside PulpitSold Out: Holy for God -- A Sermon on 1 Peter 1:13-16This message was preached at Sold Out: Encounter 2024, a youth discipleship event at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church in Thomaston, GA. It was preached by pastor Chad Hendley on the evening of Friday May 3, 2024. This was the 1st of three messages discussing being sold out for God. And the first way we are sold out to God, is to be sold out for holiness. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-05-0643 min
The Hillside PulpitConfronting Idols -- A Sermon on Acts 19:21-41In this sermon, from the account of the Ephesian riot, we learn how the
gospel confronts our idols. Particularly, it confronts the idols of (1)
Ease, (2) Love of Money, (3) Social Acceptance, (4) Civic Pride, and (5)
False Worship. Learn more in this message preached to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 4/28/24 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-04-2939 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Faith from Missions -- A Sermon on Acts 18:24-19:20In this sermon, we learn about the nature of genuine faith that missions aims to produce. We see that faith is (1) comes through grace, (2) fills with the Spirit, (3) produces holy fear, and (4) equal repentance. Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 4/21/24 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-04-2235 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Spirit-Empowered Christian -- A Sermon on Acts 18:1-23In this sermon, we learn from the apostle Paul that the Spirit-empowered
Christian is (1) innocent of blood, (2) unafraid to speak, and (3)
surrendered to the will. Learn more in this sermon preached to Hillside
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 4/7/24 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-04-0737 min
The Hillside PulpitOur Living Hope -- A Sermon on 1 Peter 1:3-9In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses 5 incredible blessings we
receive through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from 1 Peter 1. Learn
more in this Easter sermon delivered to Hillside Baptist Church in
Eastman, GA on 3/31/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-04-0129 min
The Hillside PulpitChrist in the Public Square -- A Sermon on Acts 17:16-34In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses Paul's message before the
Areopagus--the Athenian council. In it, we learn how to bring Christ
into the public square. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-03-2637 min
The Hillside PulpitMissions: Upending the World -- A Sermon on Acts 17:1-15In this sermon, we look at Paul's missionary experience in Thessalonica
and Berea. From we learn (1) the centrality of the gospel, (2) the
audacity of missions, and (3) the nobility of Bible study. Learn more in
this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
3/17/24 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-03-1837 min
The Hillside PulpitMissions in the Real World II -- Acts 16:11-40In this sermon, we continue to learn about the core principles and
challenges of missions from Paul's second missionary journey. Here, we
learn (1) the Sovereignty of God, (2) the Primacy of the Message, (3)
the Power of Praise, and (4) the Import of Perception. Learn more in
this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
3/10/24 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-03-1241 min
The Hillside PulpitMissions in the Real World I -- A Sermon on Acts 15:36-16:10Missions (and all ministry) in the real world is messy and complicated.
It was true 2000 years ago, and it's true today. Learn how to navigate
it in this sermon from pastor Chad Hendley preached to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 2/25/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-02-2638 min
The Hillside PulpitWorthy of the Gospel -- A Sermon on Philippians 1:27-30What does it means to live worthy of the gospel as citizens of the
heavenly kingdom? Learn more in this sermon preached to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 2/18/24 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-02-1925 min
The Hillside PulpitMissions at Stake -- A Sermon on Acts 15:1-35Some Pharisaic argued that non-Jews must believe in Jesus *and* become
Jewish in order to be saved? What was really at stake in such a claim?
Missions, the gospel, everything! Learn more in this sermon presented to
Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 2/4/24 by pastor Chad
Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-02-0537 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Right to Live -- A Sermon for Sanctity of Life Sunday 2024In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley gives a simple argument from
Scripture and (a little) biology that pre-born babies have the *right to
live*. Learn more in this sermon preached to Hillside Baptist Church in
Eastman, GA on 1/21/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-01-2235 min
The Hillside PulpitChristian Missions in a Pagan World -- A Sermon on Acts 14:8-28In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley discusses the challenges we face when
fulfilling the Christian mission in a pagan world. We face (1)
spiritual confusion, the need for an (2) essential gospel, the reality
of (3) necessary suffering, and complexities of (4) disciple-making.
Learn more in this sermon preached to Hillside Baptist Church in
Eastman, GA on 1/14/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-01-1541 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Gospel and Missions -- A Sermon on Acts 13:42-14:7In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley delineates some of the principles and motives for missions.
(1) Missions Proclaiming: 2 Kinds of Responses
(2) Missions Going: Fulfillment of Scripture
(3) Missions Producing: Joy to the Nations
(4) Missions Persevering: Suffering for the Name.
Learn more in this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1/7/24. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-01-0844 min
The Hillside PulpitGoing for More in 2024 -- A Sermon on Philippians 1:3-11In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley challenges us to go for in '24. More
gospel, more grace, more love, more holiness, more fruit. Learn more in
this message preached to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
12/31/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2024-01-0141 min
The Hillside PulpitGifts Worthy of a King -- A Sermon on Matthew 2:1-12In this Christmas message, pastor Chad Hendley discusses how we can
offer gifts worthy of a King this Christmas season. Delivered on
12/24/23 at Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-12-2635 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Gospel According to Paul -- A Sermon on Acts 13:13-41In this sermon, we see Paul's gospel that he proclaimed to the
synagogues throughout the Roman empire. In it we see a God of grace, a
God of promise-keeping, and a God of salvation. Learn more in this
sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/3/23 by
pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-12-0439 min
The Hillside PulpitOne New People -- A Sermon on Acts 11:1-30It was hard for Peter to accept that Gentiles were being brought into
the one people of God, not through Judaism, but through faith in Christ.
The church in Jerusalem had a hard time accepting it as well. What do
we learn from this paradigm-shifting event? Learn more in this sermon
presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/5/23 by pastor
Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-11-0837 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Gospel According to Peter -- A Sermon on Acts 10:34-48What is the heart of the gospel, as Peter proclaims to Cornelius and his
household. Learn more in this sermon delivered to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 10/29/23 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-10-3137 min
The Hillside PulpitMaking a Way -- A Sermon on Acts 10:1-33Why is the salvation of Cornelius, the Roman centurion, so important for
redemptive history, and what does it mean for us? Learn more in this
sermon delivered to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA by pastor
Chad Hendley on 10/22/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-10-2342 min
The Hillside PulpitJesus at Work -- A Sermon on Acts 9:32-43As the Apostle Peter continues to preach Christ and bring Jesus' healing
power, we see that Jesus continues to work in the world. Learn more in
this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
10/8/23 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-10-1130 min
The Hillside PulpitAmazing Grace -- A Sermon on Acts 9:1-31One day Saul of Tarsus had a personal encounter with Jesus of Nazareth, and he was never the same. What can we learn from Saul's amazing encounter with amazing grace? Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/1/23 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-10-0240 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Seed of the Church -- A Sermon on Acts 7:54-8:8What were the results of Stephen's martyrdom and what lessons can we
learn from them today? Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 9/10/23, by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-09-1230 min
The Hillside PulpitAn OT Lesson Part II -- A Sermon on Acts 7:17-53What does Stephen intend to tell the Jewish authorities in his
recounting of Moses' history? What lessons are there for us today? Learn
more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA
on 8/20/23 by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-08-2139 min
The Hillside PulpitRighteous for the Unrighteous -- A Sermon on 2 Cor 5:11-21What is the gospel? What is the message that saves, and how does it
save? Find out in this message on the very heart of the Christian faith,
delivered to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 8/13/23 by
pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-08-1625 min
The Hillside PulpitAn OT Lesson Part I -- A Sermon on Acts 7:1-18What can we learn from Stephen's speech before the Sanhedrin, especially
his OT review of Abraham and Joseph? What message does he have for the
Jews of his day? Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 8/5/23 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-08-0737 min
The Hillside PulpitMinistry in a Movement -- A Sermon on Acts 6:1-15In this sermon we learn about the early church handled internal and
external problem that arose from growth and spiritual opposition. Learn
more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA
on 7/30/23 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-08-0143 min
The Hillside PulpitA Snake in the Garden -- A Sermon on Acts 5:1-16It didn't take long for Satan, to attempt to spoil the earliest
Christian community. What do we learn from the sad and shocking account
of Ananias and Sapphira? Find out in this sermon delivered to Hillside
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 7/16/23 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-07-1738 min
The Hillside PulpitA Sovereign, Generous God -- A Sermon on Acts 4:23-37How did the early church respond to opposition? They prayed. Learn more
about what important lessons we can glean from the early church in this
sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 7/9/23 by
pastor Chad Hendley.www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-07-1041 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Uncontainable Christ -- A Sermon on Acts 4:1-22In this sermon, we look at Peter and John's response to the Jewish leaders upon their arrest after healing the man born lame. In this sermon we discuss (1) The Annoying Witness, (2) The Unstoppable Word, (3) The Uncontainable Christ, (4) The Exclusive Message, and (5) The Undaunted Heart. This message was delivered to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/11/23 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-06-1534 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Name of Jesus -- A Sermon on Acts 3:11-26In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley examines Peter's sermon in Solomon's
Portico after the healing of the lame beggar. What is Peter's message
to this amazed crowd? Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/4/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-06-0544 min
The Hillside PulpitJesus' Power on Display -- A Sermon on Acts 3:1-10In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley looks at the account of Jesus
healing the man lame from birth through the apostles Peter and John.
What lessons are there about Jesus and reaching the lost? Learn more in
this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on
5/28/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-05-2932 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Fellowship of the Saints -- A Sermon on Acts 2:42-47In this sermon, Pastor Chad Hendley explains the description of the
earliest Christian community and the lessons for our churches today.
Learn more in this message presented to Hillside Baptist Church in
Eastman, GA on 5/21/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-05-2233 min
The Hillside PulpitA Woman's Glory -- A Sermon on Genesis 1:25-28, 2:15-25In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley explains the beauty of God's design
of humanity as male and female. Woman display the glory of God in a
special way. Learn more in this message presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 5/14/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-05-1534 min
The Hillside PulpitJesus is Lord -- A Sermon on Acts 2:14-41In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley looks at the first Christian sermon,
Peter's proclamation of the gospel on the day of Pentecost. It is a
scriptural proof that Jesus is God's appointed Messiah, having risen
from the dead, and ascended on high. Learn more in this sermon presented
to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 5/7/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-05-0837 min
The Hillside PulpitPower from on High -- A Sermon on Acts 2:1-13In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses the significance of the
outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost. We have received all the
power we need to fulfill Christ's mission until he comes. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-05-0135 min
The Hillside PulpitI AM the Resurrection and the Life -- A Sermon on John 11:17-44In this Easter message, pastor Chad Hendley explains how Jesus is the
resurrection and the life, calling us to faith, to trust in him
hardship, and to never lose hope. Learn more in this sermon presented to
Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 4/9/23. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-04-1138 min
The Hillside PulpitI AM the Good Shepherd- A Sermon on John 10:11-21Jesus is the Good Shepherd, he is the one and only faithful guide to the
abundant life. Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 3/19/23 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-03-2037 min
The Hillside PulpitI Am the Door -- A Sermon on John 10:1-10What does is mean that Jesus is the "door of the sheep?"Jesus is the only way into the flock of God. Learn more in this sermon presented to HIllside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 3/12/23 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-03-1337 min
The Hillside PulpitI Am the Bread of Life -- A Sermon on John 6:22-36In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley examines what it means that Jesus is
the bread of life. He is the only lasting satisfaction for the great
longings of our souls. Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 2/26/23.www.hillsideeastman.com
2023-03-0140 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Wonder of the Church -- A Sermon on Eph 2:13-3:13In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley discusses the wonder, glory, and
privilege of what it means to belong to the Church, the people of God.
Learn more in this message presented to Hillside Baptist Church in
Eastman, GA on 2/19/23.
2023-02-2032 min
The Hillside PulpitOur Covenant-- We Are Hillside Membership Series Part 3In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley walks through our church covenant.
What are the responsibilities and privileges of being a member of a
local church? Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 2/5/23.
2023-02-0645 min
The Hillside PulpitOur Mission -- We Are Hillside Membership Series Part 2In this message, Pastor Chad Hendley explains our mission as a church:
Love God. Love People. Make Disciples. Learn more in this sermon
presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1/29/23.
2023-01-3038 min
The Hillside PulpitOur Doctrine -- We Are Hillside Membership Series Part 1In this first part of our large-scale membership class, as we recovenant
together as Hillside Baptist Church, pastor Chad Hendley discusses "Our
Doctrine" examining 10 core points of what we believe as a church. See
the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 for our complete statement of faith.We apologize but due to some technical issues, we lost some small amounts of audio in a few places.
2023-01-2445 min
The Hillside PulpitComfort for God's People -- A Sermon on Isa 40:1-8, 25-31In this sermon, pastor Chad examines one of the most breathtaking
chapters in the Bible, Isaiah 40. From it we learn (1) the breadth of
God's comfort, (2) the duration of God's word, and the (3) scope of
God's power. Learn more in this sermon presented to Hillside Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 11/5/23 by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2023-01-1642 min
The Hillside PulpitLaboring for the Lord -- A Sermon on 2 Corinthians 5In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley gleans 6 principles for life and
ministry from 2 Cor 5. Learn more about laboring for the Lord in 2023. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2023-01-0243 min
The Hillside PulpitChristmas: The Tender Mercy of God -- A Sermon on Luke 1:67-79In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley explores the meaning of Christmas
from the "Benedictus"--Zechariah's inspired prophecy when his tongue was
loosed after birth of his son John the Baptist. **We apologize but a couple of minutes of audio was lost due some technical issues.** www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-12-2629 min
The Hillside PulpitSecond Chances -- A Sermon on Jonah 3:1-10In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley, examines how God is a God of second
chances. Learn more about the second chance God has for you in this
sermon presented to Hillside Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 12/11/22. www.cottondalebaptisthchurch.com
2022-12-1238 min
The Hillside PulpitInto the Depths -- A Sermon on Jonah 1:17-2:10In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley gleans lessons from Jonah's cry of utter despair. Why does God send us into the depths? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/27/22.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-11-2836 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Runaway Prophet -- A Sermon on Jonah 1In this sermon, we learn from the story of Jonah and God's grace even
for those on the run. Learn more in this message presented to Cottondale
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 11/20/22 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-11-2142 min
The Hillside PulpitTeach Us to Pray -- A Sermon on Luke 11:1-13In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley gleans lessons on prayer from Jesus'
teaching to his disciples. Listen as we learn about (1) our heart for
prayer, (2) our longings for prayer, and (3) the God who answers prayer. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-11-1440 min
The Hillside PulpitAt the Brink of Promise -- A Sermon on Deuteronomy 6:1-25In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley draws from Moses instruction to
Israel some crucial lessons as we step forward into a new season in our
church.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-10-2436 min
The Hillside PulpitWalking Forward by Faith -- A Sermon on Hebrews 11:1-13This sermon was delivered at the "Cottondale Farewell Celebration"--the final homecoming of our church, as we will soon become Hillside Baptist Church and move to a new location. Pastor Chad Hendley gleans perspectives on the past and hope for the future from the "hall of faith" found in Hebrews 11. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-10-2438 min
The Hillside PulpitLove -- A Sermon on 1 Corinthians 13What is biblical love? Learn more as pastor Chad Hendley discusses the necessity, character, and duration of love, in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 10/9/22. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-10-1144 min
The Hillside PulpitFaith -- A Sermon on 1 Corinthians 13:13What is biblical faith? What effects does it have in our lives? What are
its benefits? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 9/25/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-09-2636 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Gospel and Good Works II -- A Sermon on Titus 3:8-15The Gospel produces good works, preserves unity, and powers love and
mission. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 9/18/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-09-1942 min
The Hillside PulpitThe Power of Grace -- A Sermon on Titus 2:11-14In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley explains the power of grace--grace,
saves, trains for righteousness, gives hope, and makes us God's people.
Learn more in this message presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in
Eastman, GA on 9/4/22.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-09-0639 min
The Hillside PulpitFaithfulness in the House of God -- A Sermon on Titus 2:1-10What should our lives look like as members of the household of God? What
should characterize the lies of Christians seeking to live faithfully
in a Cretan world? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 8/21/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-08-2241 min
The Hillside PulpitNecessary Gospel Correction -- A Sermon on Titus 1:10-16In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley looks at Paul's instructions for
Titus concerning the false-teachers and deceptive leaders of the
fledgling church in Crete. Correction is a crucial part of faithfulness
in the household of God. Learn more in this sermon presented to
Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 8/14/22. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-08-1642 min
The Hillside PulpitGospel-Led Leaders -- A Sermon on Titus 1:5-9In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley examines the qualifications for elder / pastor / overseer that Paul gives to Titus. Is divorce permanently disqualifying for the ministry? Must one have believing children? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 8/7/22.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-08-0849 min
The Hillside PulpitGod's Purpose in the Gospel -- A Sermon on Titus 1:1-4In this sermon, Pastor Chad Hendley preaches the introduction of the
book of Titus looking at Paul's self-understanding as a proclaimer of
God's Gospel and the impact that gospel must make in our lives. Learn
more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman,
GA on 7/31/22. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-08-0440 min
The Hillside PulpitGovernance: Who Leads the Church?In this final sermon in the CHURCH series, pastor Chad Hendley discusses
governance. Who leads the church? Jesus leads the church and elders
follow Jesus' lead. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale
Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 7/3/22.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-07-1143 min
The Hillside PulpitOrdinances: How Do We Obey Christ?In this sermon, pastor Chad discusses the ordinances of the Lord's
Supper and Baptism. What are they? How are they to function in the life
of the church? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist
Church in Eastman, GA on 6/26/22, by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-06-3036 min
The Hillside PulpitDiscipline: How Does the Church Remain Pure?In this sermon, Pastor Chad Hendley explains the biblical concept of church discipline, what it's for, and how it's to be carried out. Learn more in this message delivered to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/12/22.
2022-06-1347 min
The Hillside PulpitMission: What Does the Church Do? Part IIIn this sermon, Pastor Chad Hendley discusses the internal components of
the mission of the church, namely (1) teaching obedience, (2)
protecting the flock, and (3) guarding doctrine. Learn more in this
sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 5/29/22.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-06-0244 min
The Hillside PulpitMission: What Does the Church Do? Part IIn this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley, discusses the mission of the church. The church is to do good, share Christ, engage in missions. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 5/22/22.
2022-05-2339 min
The Hillside PulpitRebuilding: Commitment, Rejoicing, and Accountability -- A Sermon on Nehemiah 10-13As we close out the book of Nehemiah, we look at 3 final principles that are parts of the privilege and responsibility of rebuilding: commitment, rejoicing, and accountability. Learn more in this sermon from pastor Chad Hendley in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 5/8/22. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-05-1038 min
The Hillside PulpitRebuilding: Generosity, God's Word, and Repentance -- A Sermon on Nehemiah 7:66-9:15In this sermon, pastor Chad Hendley draws some more principles from the experience of the Jews in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem. This week we learn about the importance of generosity, God's Word, and repentance. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-05-0236 min
The Hillside PulpitRebuilding: Righteousness, Distractions, Ownership -- A Sermon on Nehemiah 5:1-7:65What further lessons can we learn from Nehemiah as he labors in a big undertaking for the Lord? This week, we learn about the need of righteousness, avoiding distractions, and being enrolled in God's people. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 4/24/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-04-2500 min
The Hillside PulpitRebuilding: Honesty & Confidence -- A Sermon on Nehemiah 2:9-20Listen as we discuss more principles on rebuilding from the book of Nehemiah--honesty concerning the situation, and confidence in God's help. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-04-0634 min
The Hillside PulpitRebuilding: Brokenness and Prayer -- A Sermon on Nehemiah 1:1-2:8As our church enters a phase of change and renewal, what lessons can we learn from the book of Nehemiah? What role do brokenness and prayer play in the task of rebuilding? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 3/27/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-03-2939 min
The Hillside PulpitWalking by Faith -- A Sermon on Hebrews 11:1-13In this sermon, pastor Chad discusses principles on walking by faith learned from the examples of Abraham and Sarah. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 3/20/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-03-2132 min
The Hillside PulpitDenying Self to Win to ChristIn this sermon, pastor Chad goes over some basic principles of "missology" (theology of missions). What should be our posture as effective disciple-makers of the next generation? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 3-13-22 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-03-1439 min
The Hillside PulpitIsaiah, Prayer, and Desperation for GodIn this sermon, we walk through a few important texts in the book of Isaiah which concern prayer to learn to principles for our prayer life today. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 3/6/22 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-03-0732 min
The Hillside PulpitHow to Lead Someone to ChristIn this very practical sermon, pastor Chad explains how to lead others to Jesus. Very simply we (1) Pray for them regularly, (2) share the gospel, and (3) plead with them earnestly. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 2/27/22 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-02-2833 min
The Hillside PulpitWe Preach Christ Crucified -- A Sermon on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5What is the core message of Christianity, and what kind of messenger does that message demand? Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 2/20/22, by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2022-02-2141 min
The Hillside PulpitMarriage, Divorce, and Singleness -- A Sermon from Matthew 19:1-12What does Jesus teach about marriage, divorce, and singleness? This issue is hotly debated but pastor Chad provides his best interpretation on Jesus' perspective on these weighty issues. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/6/21 by pastor Chad Hendley.
www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2021-06-0844 min
The Hillside Pulpit3 Ways the Resurrection Can Change Your LifeEaster 2021. Pastor Chad shares 3 ways the truth about a man rising from the dead can change your life forever. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 4/4/21 by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2021-04-1431 min
The Hillside PulpitDon't Worry, Be Holy -- A Sermon on Matt 6:25-34In this sermon, pastor Chad discuss Jesus' antidote to worry, and the counter-cultural power of joyful confidence in the Lord. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 6/28/20 by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2020-06-2942 min
The Hillside PulpitSubmission, True Beauty, and the Wonder of Marriage -- A Sermon 1 Peter 3:1-6In this sermon pastor Chad Hendley discusses biblical submission within marriage and what constitutes true beauty in the eyes of the Lord. Marriage is a gift from God with a beautiful purpose which can set us apart from the world. Learn more in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA, on 2/16/20 PM by pastor Chad Hendley.
2020-02-1741 min
The Hillside PulpitState of the Church 2020In this message, pastor Chad reviews our life as a church in 2019 and voices our need to see others, especially our ONEs come to saving faith this year. Join us as we seek to pursue Christ this year like we never have before. This message was presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 1/12/20 AM by pastor Chad Hendley.www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2020-01-1349 min
The Hillside PulpitWho's Your ONE 1 -- It All Begins with ONEIn this sermon, Pastor Chad helps launch our focus on Who's Your ONE? undergirded by the belief that, in obedience to the Great Commission, every Christian should, at all times, have at least ONE lost person whom they are intentionally praying for and seeking to lead to Christ. Who's your ONE? Listen in this sermon presented to Cottondale Baptist Church in Eastman, GA on 9/22/19 AM by pastor Chad Hendley. www.cottondalebaptistchurch.com
2019-09-2344 min
The Hillside PulpitGod is For the Church -- A Sermon on Ephesians 4:11-16This installation service of pastor Chad Hendley includes a commitment portion led by the area Baptist Association missionary, Rev. Mike Grenade. Then pastor Chad speaks concerning the role of pastors in the life of the church and the goal for which God gives them.
2018-01-1540 min