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Stand ForeverThree Critical Questions Of LifeWe welcome Pastor Steve Dighton to deliver today's message. Pastor Steve has been a faithful preacher of the gospel for decades, and he and Pastor Ken have been good friends for nearly 20 years. Join Pastor Ken as he welcomes his friend, Steve Dighton, to deliver a sermon from 1 Corinthians entitled "Three Critical Questions Of Life."2024-07-1530 minStand ForeverDon't Miss Your CallingEvery Christian is called to live out our faith. Some Christians are even called to serve the Lord as their vocation. From Paul's second letter to Timothy, Pastor Ken examines the notion calling in a Christian's life. Join Pastor Ken as he preaches a sermon entitled "Don't Miss Your Calling."2024-07-0840 minStand ForeverThe Resurrection GivesThe resurrection gives us purpose, courage, and hope. These are the three main points from Pastor Ken's Easter Sunday sermon just a few weeks ago. Without Christ's resurrection, our faith crumbles. The miracle of Christ's rising again is crucial to the Christian faith. Join Pastor Ken in John 20 as he unpacks the resurrection of Jesus in his sermon entitled "The Resurrection Gives."2024-04-2925 minStand ForeverPointing People To JesusHow often do you get the opportunity to point people to Jesus? Probably more than you might think. In today's message, Pastor Ken encourages believers to look for opportunities to point people to Jesus. Have courage and know that you are not alone in these opportunities. Join Pastor Ken in Mark 1 as he preaches "Pointing People To Jesus."2024-02-0539 minStand ForeverMy Favorite Verses (Part 15)In today's episode of Stand Forever, we join First Baptist Church during a Sunday service in which the Lord's Supper was celebrated. Pastor Ken will finish up Romans 8 and you will also hear from Associate Pastors, Jon Oettel and Travis Black, as we meditate on the meaning and relevance of this ordinance. Join our pastors as we continue Pastor Ken's series entitled "My Favorite Verses."2023-11-0629 minStand ForeverMy Favorite Verses (Part 10)Today, we continue in Pastor Ken's favorite chapter with a reminder of who we are in Christ. When we come to Jesus in saving faith, we are made something new. We become children of God and co-heirs with Christ. Join Pastor Ken as he continues in Romans 8 in his series "My Favorite Verses."2023-10-0235 minStand ForeverBeing A Successful ManIn this Father's Day message, Pastor Ken speaks on what makes a man successful. Being a successful man is synonymous with being a Godly man. Looking at the end of Moses' life as an example, join Pastor Ken as he unpacks what marks the life of a successful man.2023-07-1036 minStand ForeverMy Favorite Verses (Part 1)Join Pastor Ken for a new series on some of the most encouraging and formative verses in his life. Today we look at Romans 12:9-21 for instruction on how to love one another. Tune in with Pastor Ken as he preaches part one of his series entitled "My Favorite Verses."2023-07-0326 minStand ForeverPassing Along The FaithLast week, Pastor Ken preached on practices that could lead to one abandoning the faith. Today we'll hear about how we can pass along the faith. There may be nothing more important for parents, leaders, mentors, and role models than to pass along our faith. Join Pastor Ken as he preaches "Passing Along The Faith."2023-06-1934 minStand ForeverA Much-Needed PerspectiveA few weeks ago, Pastor Ken discussed Elijah's story as part of his series on grief. Today, we pick back up with Elijah as an encouragement and a reminder that God is always with us even when we have a difficult time seeing Him at work. Join Pastor Ken for "A Much-Needed Perspective."2023-06-0538 minStand ForeverClimbing A Mountain Called Grief (Part 5)When we think of grief, we often think of loss. So far in this series, Pastor Ken has shown us that grief can come in many more ways than the loss of family or friends. Sometimes people cause our grief. Today, we'll unpack an episode in the prophet Elijah's life when he was stricken with grief. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series entitled "Climbing A Mountain Called Grief."2023-04-1034 minStand Forever10 Things That Need To Be Said (Part 2)Today, we continue our series "10 Things That Need To Be Said." The world holds views about family, gender roles, and the sanctity of life which need to be addressed from a biblical standpoint. Join Pastor Ken as he shares the truth about these issues.2023-02-2037 minStand Forever10 Things That Need To Be Said (Part 1)Today, we begin a series entitled "10 Things That Need To Be Said." Christians believe what the Bible says regardless of how the culture feels about it. We are attacked for holding beliefs which are clearly presented in Scripture. Over the next few weeks Pastor Ken will encourage us to hold the line of biblical truth in the face of opposition.2023-02-1338 minStand ForeverStand ForeverIn a world of shifting sands and cultural and social turmoil, it is vitally important that the people of God rely on the Word of God. In a sermon based on the biblical text from which this podcast is named, Pastor Ken will remind of the importance of remaining firmly rooted on the truths of the Bible.2023-02-0734 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 52)Today we come to the end of 1 Corinthians. While Paul has made it clear in his letter that he cares about sound doctrine, he has also made it clear that he cares about the people to whom he writes. Paul cares about what his readers believe and how they live it out. As we come to the end of this letter, we'll see how Paul ties everything together as the shepherd he is. Join Pastor Ken as he finishes his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2023-01-3036 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 51)As Paul approaches the end of his letter to the Corinthians, he wants to be sure that the church is taking care of those in need. He leaves the Corinthian church with some instructions regarding their stewardship. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2023-01-2336 minStand ForeverWhat Do We Celebrate At Christmas (Part 4)This week, we continue in our series entitled "What Do We Celebrate At Christmas." There is much to celebrate at Christmas time. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks some of things we celebrate around Christ's incarnation.2022-12-2733 minStand ForeverWhat Do We Celebrate At Christmas (Part 3)This week, we continue in our series entitled "What Do We Celebrate At Christmas." There is much to celebrate at Christmas time. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks some of things we celebrate around Christ's incarnation.2022-12-1936 minStand ForeverWhat Do We Celebrate At Christmas (Part 2)Last week, we began a series entitled "What Do We Celebrate At Christmas." There is much to celebrate at Christmas time. Join Pastor Ken as he takes the next few weeks to unpack some of things we celebrate around Christ's incarnation.2022-12-1233 minStand ForeverWhat Do We Celebrate At Christmas (Part 1)We're taking another short break from our "Called To Be Saints Together" series to present "What Do We Celebrate At Christmas." There is much to celebrate at Christmas time. Join Pastor Ken as he takes the next few weeks to unpack some of things we celebrate around Christ's incarnation.2022-12-0534 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 50)There is a lot of good news for the believer in Jesus Christ. Among the best news is that believers will spend eternity with Jesus free from the curse of sin and death. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks Paul's words about our future in Christ in another installment of "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-11-2829 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 49)The implications of the gospel of Jesus Christ are many. Perhaps one of the most encouraging to think about is where the gospel takes the believer. Believers go from death in sin to life in Christ. Join Pastor Ken in unpacking another passage in the book of 1 Corinthians as he continues his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-11-2134 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 48)The truth that Christ has been raised from the dead is foundational to our Christian faith. Without the resurrection, we have nothing. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks the importance of the resurrection in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-11-1433 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 47)The resurrection of Jesus Christ is critical to the Christian faith. Without it, the faith is in vain. Paul says as much in his letter to the Corinthians. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through 1 Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-11-0736 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 46)The importance of the gospel of Jesus Christ cannot be understated. After spending 14 chapters telling the Corinthians how they are to act, Paul now gives the "why." The gospel changes everything. Join Pastor Ken as he preaches on the importance of the the gospel in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-10-3125 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 45)In today's message, we begin 1 Corinthians 15 where Paul reiterates the importance of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Without the gospel, the Christian faith is meaningless. Join Pastor Ken as he preaches on the importance of the the gospel in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-10-2435 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 44)The past several weeks, we have dealt with the gifts of prophecy and tongues. To wrap up this portion of his letter, Paul writes that the worship of God should be done decently and in order. Whatever our spiritual gifts, they should not be exercised in such a way as to distract in worship. Join Pastor Ken as he finishes up the fourteenth chapter of 1 Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-10-1738 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 43)Today, we continue through 1 Corinthians 14 regarding the spiritual gifts of prophecy and tongues. Join Pastor Ken as he continues to unpack Paul's words to the Corinthian church in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-10-1037 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 42)We are back in 1 Corinthians 14 today to where Paul continues his instruction regarding prophecy and speaking in tongues. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks this passage in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-10-0323 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 41)Spiritual gifts, especially the miraculous gifts, can be a difficult topic to figure out. There are differing views on the gifts of prophecy and speaking in tongues but the bottom line is that we exercise our gifts for the edification of others rather than to build up ourselves. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks the first few verses of 1 Corinthians 14 in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-09-2630 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 40)After Paul's discussion about spiritual gifts in chapter 12, he writes to immediately put those gifts in the context of loving one another. A church filled with people who exhibit spiritual gifts accomplishes nothing if they practice their gifts in the absence of love. Much more important than what gifts we have is that we practice those gifts in service to one another because we love one another in the Body of Christ. Join Pastor Ken as he continues into 1 Corinthians 13 in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-09-1939 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 39)Being part of the body of Christ is a blessing. The Apostle Paul says as much in 1 Corinthians 12. Every member of the body has a different role to play. We all exercise our roles for a unified purpose. There is a lot of security, purpose, and mutual love to be found as part of the body of Christ. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through Paul's words to the Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-09-0539 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 38)We need each other in the Body of Christ. We all have different talents and abilities. We are each uniquely gifted for service in the Church. When each member of the body is cheerfully fulfilling his/her God-given role, then the body is healthy and functional. Paul says as much in 1 Corinthians 12. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through 1 Corinthians entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-08-2936 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 37)We've all heard the phrase, "The Body of Christ," in reference to the church. But what does that mean? Paul coined the phrase in his letter to the Corinthians. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks what it means to be The Body of Christ in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-08-2432 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 36)We're in 1 Corinthians 12 today which deals with spiritual gifts. In the last two messages through chapter 12, we heard about the purpose of spiritual gifts. In today's message, we get to hear about the specific gifts listed in chapter 12. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through 1 Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-08-0839 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 35)We are continuing through 1 Corinthians 12 today which deals with spiritual gifts. The topic of spiritual gifts is often discussed with some confusion. Why did Paul bring up spiritual gifts in the first place? What are the gifts? Which ones do you have? Join Pastor Ken as he continues to unpack spiritual gifts in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-08-0121 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 34)We're in 1 Corinthians 12 today which deals with spiritual gifts. The topic of spiritual gifts is often discussed with some confusion. Why did Paul bring up spiritual gifts in the first place? What are the gifts? Which ones do you have? Join Pastor Ken as he begins to unpack spiritual gifts in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-07-2636 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 33)In today's passage, the Apostle Paul addresses The Lord's Supper with special attention given to issues division, discrimination, and decorum which surrounded the Corinthian church's Lord's Supper practices. These issues are just a relevant today as they were then. Join Pastor Ken as he walks us through what Paul has to say about The Lord's Supper in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-07-1130 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 32)Is there a proper way to present oneself in worship? How should we behave when we come together for corporate worship? Paul addresses these questions in his letter to the Corinthians. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks another passage in First Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-07-0837 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 31)Part of the beauty of the Christian faith is the freedom that comes with it. We are free from sin and death. We are free to live for Christ. Sometimes though we need to be willing to sacrifice some freedoms for the sake of other believers. In today's message, Pastor Ken deals with Paul's challenge to be measured and selfless with our freedoms. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-06-2731 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 30)Today we are back in First Corinthians. Paul gave the Corinthians a loving but stern warning against idolatry. Pastor Ken helps us connect the dots between Paul's warning to the Corinthians and how that warning applies today. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-06-2037 minStand ForeverElephants In The Room (Part 5)How should a Christian deal with depression? There is a lot of misinformation about what depression is, how it affects people, and what we should do about. But what does the Bible say about depression? Join Pastor Ken as he walks us through how the Bible deals with depression in his series "Elephants In The Room."2022-06-1327 minStand ForeverElephants In The Room (Part 4)What's wrong with gambling? Depending on who you talk to this can be a hot-button issue among believers. But what does the Bible say about gambling? Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks the biblical truth about gambling in this sermon from his series "Elephants In The Room."2022-06-0631 minStand ForeverElephants In The Room (Part 3)In today's message, Pastor Ken continues to unpack what the Bible has to say about marriage. There are a lot of cultural misunderstandings about marriage but the Bible gives us the truth. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through his series entitled "Elephants In The Room."2022-05-3038 minStand ForeverElephants In The Room (Part 2)There are a lot of misunderstandings about marriage both in the culture at large and within the church. But what is the Biblical design for marriage? Join Pastor Ken as he begins to unpack the truth about marriage in his series "Elephants In The Room."2022-05-1728 minStand ForeverElephants In The Room (Part 1)We're taking another break from our "Called To Be Saints Together" series to present selections from "Elephants In The Room" series. In this series, Pastor Ken discusses some controversial issues facing today's church. In this first message, we begin by addressing the Bible as our foundation of truth. Join Pastor Ken for his first sermon in the series "Elephants In The Room."2022-05-1633 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 29)How do we respond when God provides for us? Often, we are tempted to respond with presumption. Paul knew this temptation and warned the Corinthian church against it. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks another passage from 1 Corinthians in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-05-0931 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 28)Christians need to live with the end in mind. What we do here and now matters in eternity. The apostle Paul knew that and lived it. In today's passage, Paul passes that message on to his readers. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through Paul's letter to the Corinthians in his sermon series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-05-0239 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 27)In today's passage, the apostle Paul discusses the proper treatment and financial support of those who make their living in ministry. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through First Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-04-2537 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 26)The Apostle Paul had a lot to say about how believers should care for one another. In today's passage, he addresses the idea that believers should do nothing which would cause harm to another's conscience. Join Pastor Ken as he continues through 1 Corinthians in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-04-1840 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 25)In today's passage, the Apostle Paul brings discusses marriage again. This time, he writes concerning marriage in light of "the present distress." Paul says that sometimes it is better to be content with your station in life, whether married or unmarried, than to make a large change in the midst of tough times. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks this passage further in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-04-1139 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 24)In today's passage, Paul reminds his reader that God is active in the lives of all kinds of people. Social status doesn't matter to God. What matters to God is that people believe in and belong to Him through Jesus. What matters to God is that His people are content to follow Him regardless of their station in life. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-04-0438 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 23)Marriage is hard and the apostle Paul knew it. In today's passage, Paul offers married couples and those planning to be married some principles by which to live. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks Paul's divinely inspired words on marriage in his series "Called To Be Saints Together." 2022-03-2832 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 22)Last week, Pastor Ken unpacked a portion of First Corinthians on human sexuality. The Apostle Paul didn't dodge the hard questions, and neither should Christians today. A biblically-rooted view of human sexuality is vital for Christians in a world which attempts to pull us into confusion and perversion. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through First Corinthians entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-03-2129 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 21)We are back in First Corinthians written by the Apostle Paul. In today's passage, Paul addresses some issues within the Corinthian church regarding humility and human sexuality. Hear what Scripture has to say about these issues as Pastor Ken continues his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-03-1429 minStand ForeverThings Everybody Needs To Know (Part 4)In today's message, Pastor Ken discusses biblical principles for marriage. Much of our culture has it wrong about marriage. Join Pastor Ken as shows us the biblical truths about marriage in the conclusion of his series "Things Everybody Needs To Know."2022-03-0729 minStand ForeverThings Everybody Needs To Know (Part 3)Today, Pastor Ken continues the discussion about eternity. Everyone will spend eternity in either Heaven or Hell. The determining factor for our eternal destination is what we believe about Jesus. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series "Things Everybody Needs To Know."2022-02-2830 minStand ForeverThings Everybody Needs To Know (Part 2)Christians believe in life after death. We believe that eternity is a reality that should be understood. We also believe that the only way to understand eternity is through the Word of God and what Jesus has done for us. Join Pastor Ken as he discusses eternity in his series "Things Everybody Needs To Know."2022-02-2229 minStand ForeverThings Everybody Needs To Know (Part 1)We are taking a short break from our "Called To Be Saints Together" to present a four-part study entitled "Things Everybody Needs To Know." In today's message, Pastor Ken preaches on what you need to know about the church.2022-02-1429 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 20)The Corinthian Christians lived by a motto that they leveraged as freedom to sin. Paul addresses this issue with the Corinthians and, by extension, all readers of this same letter. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks Paul's words to the Corinthians and to Christians of all time in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-02-0729 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 19)A lot of people in the world, and many in the church, want to find loopholes in the Bible. There is temptation to soften or twist what Scripture says to accommodate the culture, but Paul is clear on many of the things about which the culture wants to be ambiguous. Join Pastor Ken as he reminds us about the importance of standing firm on the truths of Scripture in a continuation of his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-01-3129 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 18)In today's passage, Paul addresses lawsuits between Christians. When believers take each other to court over things which could otherwise be handled privately, it harms our witness to a watching world. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks this challenging passage in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-01-2428 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 17)Church discipline is a hard subject. No one wants to discipline someone, but sometimes discipline is necessary. In today's passage, Paul tells the Corinthians how to go about disciplining a church member. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks this passage in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-01-1729 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 16)In today's passage, Paul gives the Corinthians instructions regarding a particularly abhorrent situation. Sometimes the church is called to step up and take measures that no one likes. Today, Pastor Ken helps us unpack this tough passage as he continues his series through 1 Corinthians entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-01-1029 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 15)Who we look up to matters. Today's message is a continuation from last week. Believers need reminders regarding pride, position, and examples. Join Pastor Ken as he continues to unpack Paul's first letter to the Corinthians in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2022-01-0329 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 14)Sometimes, Christian need reminders regarding perspective, faithfulness, accountability, and commendation. In today's passage, the Apostle Paul writes to the Corinthians on those very topics. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks this passage in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-12-2729 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 13)In today's passage, Paul has much to say about how the people of God should function. Join Pastor Ken on a continuation of his message from last week in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-12-2029 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 12)As Christians, we need to be aware of who we are and who we represent. Paul gave the Corinthian church a reminder that they were the temple of God. Join Pastor Ken today as he unpacks that same reminder in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-12-1328 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 11)There is nothing more important in our faith than Jesus Christ. He is the foundation of all truly Christian beliefs and teachings. In today's passage, Paul brings that truth home through the use of several metaphors. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks another passage in the book of First Corinthians in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-12-0629 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 10In today's passage, Paul discusses spiritual maturity. While the pastor guides the overall direction of the congregation, each believer is responsible for cultivating spiritual maturity in their own lives and in the church. Everyone in the church matters. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-11-2929 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 9)In today's message, Pastor Ken goes back to cover 2 more details from the second chapter of 1 Corinthians. Just as believers are called to be saints together in unity, Pastor Ken reminds us from the text what unity looks like among believers. If we stand together on the most important issues of our faith, then the smaller things don't need to become a dividing line. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-11-2229 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 8)Many of us hope and pray for wisdom. Sometimes though, we are surprised by the difference between what appears to be wise and what is truly wise. In today's passage, Paul talks about the difference between the wisdom from man and the wisdom from God. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks another passage from 1 Corinthians in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-11-1529 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 7)Sometimes, Christians forget that our salvation is a gift. We didn't earn it. We don't deserve it. We are not better than anyone else because we have it. The ancient Corinthians needed a reminder from Paul to rid themselves of pride and walk the Christian life with humility. Sometimes, we need that same reminder. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through First Corinthians entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-11-0829 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 6)In today's passage, the Apostle Paul dives into what it looks like for believers in Christ to live differently from the world. The cross of Jesus is the dividing line of history and eternity. How should Christians live with that in mind? Join Pastor Ken as he continues through 1 Corinthians in his series entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-11-0129 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 5)Sometimes in preaching, a topic needs a second look. Pastor Ken had so many questions about baptism after his previous sermon that he decided to take one more week to discuss this ordinance. Join Pastor Ken to hear what makes baptism so important as he continues his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-10-2529 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 4)Sometimes Christians need some extra discernment to know what is most important in life. The Corinthians found themselves following personalities rather than following Christ. But Paul reminds both the Corinthians and believers everywhere of the most important things. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-10-1829 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 3)Sometimes, Christians can get wrapped up in following a personality. Rather than pursuing Christ in unity, we have a tendency to pursue our preferences in competition. Paul addresses this tendency in today's passage and points believers back to the unity we should pursue in Christ. Join Pastor Ken for another sermon in his series "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-10-1129 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 2)Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through 1 Corinthians. Last week, he laid the foundation for the book and Paul's apostolic authority. This week, he begins in the text with a discussion of what it means to be sanctified and live a grace-filled life.2021-10-0429 minStand ForeverCalled To Be Saints Together (Part 1)Today, Pastor Ken lays the foundation for a new sermon series through the book of 1 Corinthians entitled "Called To Be Saints Together."2021-09-2729 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 15 of 15)Today, Pastor Ken wraps his series in the book of Amos. To this point, Amos has had some tough words for the people of God. However, these final verses are some of the most hopeful in the entire Bible. Join Pastor Ken for the final sermon in his series "Like A Roaring Lion."2021-09-2029 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 14 of 15)In today's message, Amos delivers a hard truth to ancient Israel: God does as He chooses. That was true then, and it is true now. God demands obedience of His people. Sometimes things happen that we can't explain, but we can be assured that God sees everything in ways we can't possibly understand. Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks another passage from the book of Amos in his series "Like A Roaring Lion."2021-09-1329 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 13 of 15)In today's message, Pastor Ken discusses what God had to say to Israel about pretense. The prophet Amos had an encounter with King Jeraboam I in which the king used religion for political gain. Join Pastor Ken as he delivers more timeless truths from the book of Amos in his series entitled "Like A Roaring Lion."2021-09-0629 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 12 of 15)For the Israelite people in the days of Amos, a day of reckoning was coming. The people neglected the Word of God to their own peril. Today, many in the church have neglected the Word of God in the same way. Join Pastor Ken as he brings a warning from Amos to the modern church.2021-08-3029 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 11 of 15)In today's passage, Amos warns Israel of the coming judgment of God. The people had continually proven themselves rebellious and disobedient toward their God. Now, rather than continuing to experience covenant blessings, Israel is warned of the coming of covenant curses for their disobedience. Join Pastor Ken as he delivers another message from Amos in his series "Like A Roaring Lion."2021-08-2329 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 10 of 15)How should believers handle the mixing of faith and politics? This is no new issue. Join Pastor Ken as he looks at how Amos handled faith and politics in his continued series entitled "Like A Roaring Lion."2021-08-1629 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 9 of 15)Just like the people of ancient Israel, sometimes the church today needs a tough word from the Lord. Join Pastor Ken as he delivers a message from the prophet Amos that is just as pertinent today as it was when Amos originally delivered it to the people of God in ancient Israel.2021-08-0928 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 8 of 15)It is easy to get comfortable with our material possessions. The Israelites in the time of the prophet Amos found themselves at ease in their possessions. They put more faith in their earthly things than they did in their God. Today Pastor Ken brings us another message from Amos and addresses how this difficult topic applies today.2021-08-0229 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 7 of 15)Many evangelicals believe some strange things about what the Bible says and about how believers are to worship. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through Amos to clear up what we should believe about worship and the Word of God.2021-07-2629 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 6 of 15)Join Pastor Ken as he continues through the book of Amos. In today's passage, Amos once again has a word for God's people.2021-07-1928 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 5 of 15)Join Pastor Ken as he continues through the book of Amos. Last week's passage began an indictment from God to His own people. In this week's passage, God continues to address the sins of Israel. Today we'll see how God's Word to ancient Israel still challenges His people today.2021-07-1229 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 4 of 15)What happens when God has a judgment against His own people? Amos delivered God's judgment to Israel which has surprising implications for the modern church. God will judge His people, but He still offers hope. Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through the book of Amos.2021-07-0529 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 3 of 15)Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through the book of Amos. Sometimes we encounter uncomfortable truths in the Bible. In today's message, Pastor Ken helps us deal with some of the tough truths found in the book of Amos.2021-06-2829 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 2 of 15)Join Pastor Ken as he continues his series through the book of Amos. In this message, Pastor Ken asks the question, "What's wrong with the world." Amos has an answer for us.2021-06-2229 minStand ForeverLike A Roaring Lion (Part 1 of 15)Join Pastor Ken as he begins a series through the book of Amos. The minor prophets are often overlooked, but they contain a lot of wisdom for the modern reader. Amos addresses many timeless issues which are just as pertinent today as they were when Amos prophesied.2021-06-2229 minStand ForeverHeaven Is For Real...For Real (Part 6 of 6)Pastor Ken has answered a lot of questions about Heaven in this series. In today's message, he brings it all together by reminding us that we each have an appointment with death. We also have an invitation to life and, for Christians, we have much that awaits us in Heaven. Join Pastor Ken as finishes his series "Heaven Is For Real...For Real."2021-06-0729 minStand ForeverHeaven Is For Real...For Real (Part 5 of 6)What will we do in Heaven? We often wonder about our activity when we get to Heaven. Join Pastor Ken as he answers this question and more in part five of "Heaven Is For Real...For Real."2021-05-3129 minStand ForeverHeaven Is For Real...For Real (Part 4 of 6)Will we be angels when we get to Heaven? Will we really be ourselves in Heaven? What will happen to our bodies in Heaven? Join Pastor Ken as he answers these questions and more in part four of "Heaven Is For Real...For Real."2021-05-2429 minStand ForeverHeaven Is For Real...For Real (Part 3 of 6)Will we have close relationships in Heaven? Will we have homes in Heaven? Will we have emotions in Heaven? Join Pastor Ken as he answers these questions and more in part three of "Heaven Is For Real...For Real."2021-05-1729 minStand ForeverHeaven Is For Real...For Real (Part 2 of 6)What really happens when Christians die? What will we remember in Heaven? Will we recognize each other in Heaven? Join Pastor Ken as he answers these questions and more in part two of "Heaven Is For Real...For Real."2021-05-1029 min
Stand ForeverHeaven Is For Real...For Real (Part 1 of 6)What comes to mind when you think about Heaven? Our culture paints a picture of people playing harps and sitting on a white cloud in the sky. But what does the Bible say about Heaven? Join Pastor Ken as he unpacks the truth about Heaven in his series entitled, "Heaven Is For Real...For Real."2021-05-0329 min