Shows
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Guideposts for Worship," Joshua 22:1-34Recorded 6-22-2025
Pastor Larry Stephens presents a sermon on the importance of building worshipful foundations for the future of the church.
• Obedience to the commands from scripture, Love and serve God with your whole being, not just giving Jesus the scraps of your life.
• We do not forsake our brothers and sisters in their distraught or need
• We raise awareness of rightful/meaningful worship and raise warnings when worship is
distorted.
• We become far sighted instead of exclusively short sighted with regards to worship.
• To build an everlasting guidep...2025-06-2242 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"A Father's Good Word," Joshua 21:1-45Recorded 6/15/2025
Happy Father's Day! Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Joshua 21 on how God is a faithful Father who keeps His Word. The best example of a faithful Father is God Himself.
I. He is faithful, So Hold onto The Profession of Faith
II. Every Decision is From the Lord
III. A Father’s Perpetual Presence Among the People
IV. His People Receive a Godly Inheritance
2025-06-1534 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"A Place of Refuge," Joshua 20:1-9Recorded 06/08/2025
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message from Joshua 20:1-9 on the manslayer seeking a city of refuge. We are reminded that the follow of Jesus' true refuge, shelter, and sanctuary is only found in Christ. The dwelling place in not actually a place but a person, Jesus Christ.
Discipleship Reflection: “what ways can the church be a place of refuge?”
1. Be a Church who directs to the gospel in the midst of fear and guilt
2. Be a Church who is hospitable to sinners
3. Be a Church who abolishes the fa...2025-06-0840 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchExiles and Strangers in a Strange Land," Jeremiah 29:11, Graduation Sunday- 06-01-2025Recorded June 1, 2025
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Jeremiah 29 on the importance of holding up godly integrity in the presence of the enemy. God uses adversity and trials to strengthen His people.
Pastor Larry challenges the graduates to stay close to Jesus and build their foundation on the Word of God.
2025-06-0132 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Standing on the Promises," Joshua 15-19:51Recorded 5/25/2025
Pastor Larry G Stephens brings a message from Joshua chapters 15 through. In these chapters depicting land allotment to Israel, the reader/worshipper is offered a demonstration of the faithfulness of God to fulfill His Word.
I. We Stand Upon the Promises of God During Spiritual Battles,
II. We Stand Upon the Promises of God and Rest in His Wisdom
III. We Stand Upon the Promises of God and Be and Diligent to Serve the Kingdom of God
IV. We Stand Upon the Promises and Press on in Faith
V. We Stand U...2025-05-2643 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Getting What We Do Not Deserve: A Faithful Friend," Joshua 14:1-15Recorded 5/18/2025
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Joshua 14:1-14 entitled, "Getting What We Do Not Deserve: A Faithful Friend." What makes a faithful friend? What characteristics make a faithful friend. By looking into Joshua 14, two examples rise to the surface in Eleazar and Caleb. Yet, one friend outshines them all.
I. God Gives Us Faithful Friends in Ministry
II. God Gives Us Faithful Friends Who Admonish:
2025-05-1939 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Getting What We Do Not Deserve: A Legacy," Joshua 13:1-33 (Mother's Day/Child Dedication)Recorded 5/11/2025 (Mother's Day):
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message and challenge to young families and how to build a Christ-centered home.
It is vitally important from parents to be the main disciple maker in their home.
Family Discipleship Reflection:
How can you build a Christ-centered legacy for
your family?
1. Be involved with in Christ centered church who lifts up Christ and the Word.
2. Teach your family about the sovereignty of God.
3. Be a family that spends time together in prayer.
4. Model faith and the...2025-05-1136 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Getting What We Do Not Deserve: Victory," Joshua 12:1-24Recorded 05/04/2025:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Joshua 12 on the mercy and Grace of the Lord Jesus. We are reminded of the undeserving nature we carry, and the only thing humanity truly deserves is God's judgment.
Things we do not deserve:
I. We Do Not Deserve Life Itself
II. We Do Not Deserve the Family Given
III. We Do Not Deserve Possessions
IV. We Do Not Deserve Eternal Life In Jesus Christ
2025-05-0438 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Investigate the Resurrection," Luke 24:1-12Recorded on Resurrection Sunday, April 20th, 2025
Pastor Larry brings a message from Luke 24:1-12 and challenges the church to "Investigate the Resurrection." The women at the tomb were reminded the words of Jesus and that He is Risen.
Investigate the Resurrection and....
I. Understand the origins of Easter:
II. Share With Others the Truth:
2025-04-2034 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Surrounded By The Enemy," Joshua 11:1-23Recorded 04/06/2025
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Joshua chapter 11 on the conquest of the Northern part of the Canaanite land. Joshua demonstrates the importance of being on the offensive in the Kingdom of God and to seek longevity in ministry.
2025-04-0647 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"For The Sake of Posterity," Joshua 10:1-43Recorded 03/03/2025
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message of God's provision and protection of His people.
How do we nurture a fear of the Lord?
1. Be Hungry to receive instruction for God, and Delight in them.
2. Serve Him with Reverent Delight.
3. Offer Praise and Worship to The Lord.
4. Hate Evil.
How can we protect the posterity of Christ’s church?
1. Give the younger people ways to serve the Lord and His church.
2. Ensure the vision we have for the church is from...2025-03-3043 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Do Not Be Deceived by the Way of The World," Joshua 9:1-27Recorded 03/23/2025
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Joshua chapter nine on the Gibeonites and how they deceived the Israelites into making a lasting covenant.
This narrative teaches us to consult with the council of the Lord in all areas of life.
2025-03-2351 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Renewing a Heart of Worship," Joshua 8:1-35Recording 03-16-2025:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Joshua 8:1-35 on renewing a heart of worship.
This narrative demonstrated the Israeli conquest over Ai and their return to rightful worship.
I. Renewing a Heart of Worship by Starting Again
II. Renewing a Heart of Worship by Getting Back to Worship
2025-03-1643 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Sin in the Camp," Joshua 7:1-26Recorded: 3/9/2025
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from God's Word on the importance of confessing sins before the Lord. In Joshua chapter seven, Joshua gives a good example of how to be humble and contrite before the Lord even when we do not know all the circumstances.
Joshua also demonstrates the importance of repentance within the body of Christ, and how a failure to repent will hinder a church from growing in spiritual health.
2025-03-0955 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Walls Came Down," Joshua 6:1-27Recorded 03-02-2025:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens delivers a message from God's word on the importance of staying quiet before the Lord and when to speak out.
Remember, the story of Jericho is not about how the walls of hardship of life come crumbling down when we trust God, but the overall message of Joshua is God who will be exalted above all the nations.
2025-03-0239 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"If God Be For Us," Joshua 5: 1-15Recorded 2/23/2025
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from God's Word on the importance of preparations and knowing God is with us in battle.
If God Be for Us...
I. …He Prepares His People for New Beginnings and We Celebrate:
II. ...Then He is By Our Side
2025-02-2349 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Let Us Remember, "Joshua 4:1-24Recorded 02/09/2025:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Joshua 4:1-24. The Israelites are crossing over Jordan and 12 men from each tribe are commanded to place stones on the other side of the Jordan as a way to remember all the Lord has done.
Pastor Larry issues a challenge to the church, it is important to look at the past and take from it what we need to move forward, but it is unhealthy for a church to camp in the past without ever moving forward.
2025-02-0943 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Crossing Into the Unknown," Joshua 3:1-17Recorded 02/02/2025:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Joshua chapter three on the holiness and presence of the Lord.
I. God’s Presence is Tangible, So Prepare to Worship: (vss. 1-8)
II. Come and Listen to What The Lord Your God Has To Say: (vss. 9-17)
2025-02-0245 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"God's Grace to Sinners," Joshua 2:1-24Recorded 1/26/2025,
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Joshua chapter 2 on "God's Grace to Sinners." Through the lens of Joshua, we are reminded that God's Grace is projects far and wide and is offered to the hopeless.
Rahab represents God's grace to rescue sinners.
2025-01-2637 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchAn Introduction to the Book of JoshuaRecorded 01/05/2025:
Pastor Larry Stephens begins a new sermon series through the book of Joshua. Listen in as he gives an overview of the Torah leading up to Joshua.
Some key themes to remember is:
• The faithfulness of God in fulfilling covenant
promises
• The conquest and distribution of the land
• The importance of obedience
The Purpose:
“The purpose of the book of Joshua is summarized nicely in Joshua 21:43–45: “So the LORD gave Israel all the land, … and they took possession of it and settled there. The LORD gave them rest on eve...2025-01-0545 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Stop Being Afraid, Be Joyful," Psalm 4:1-8Recorded 12/15/2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Psalm 4:1-8 on finding the Joy of The Lord.
Psa 4:4 Be angry, and do not
sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds,
and be silent. Psa 4:5 Offer right sacrifices,
and put your trust in the LORD. Psa 4:6 There
are many who say, “Who will show us some
good? Lift up the light of your face upon us, O
LORD!” Psa 4:7 You have put more joy in my
heart than they have when their grain and wine
abound. Psa 4:8 I...2024-12-1543 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchIsaiah 11:6-9, “Peace and a Resting Place”Recorded 12/08/2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens bring a message from Isaiah 11 on the coming peace Messiah brings.
Isa 11:6 The wolf shall dwell with the lamb,
and the leopard shall lie down with the young
goat, and the calf and the lion and the fattened
calf together; and a little child shall lead
them. Isa 11:7 The cow and the bear shall
graze; their young shall lie down together; and
the lion shall eat straw like the ox. Isa
11:8 The nursing child shall play over the hole
of the cobra, and the wea...2024-12-0838 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Hope Springs Forth," Isaiah 11:1-5, Special Music, "Always Good," by: Andrew PetersonRecorded 12-01-2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message reminded the church of the hope we have in Christ the Lord. According to Isaiah, Messiah will come from the line of Jesse, be the example of humility and greatness, teach us to worship reverently, and demonstrate pursuing wisdom from the Lord.
Special music led by Pastor Larry Stephens, "Always Good," written by Andrew Peterson.
CCLI Song # 7110702
Andrew Peterson
© 2018 Jakedog Music
For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com
CCLI License # 1981482024-12-0147 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Proclaim Christ in Boldness and Freedom," Acts 28: 17-31. Special Music, "The Meeting in the Air," and "Keep on the Firing Line."Recorded 11-24-24
Pastors Larry and Jason, Tyler Tate, and Danny Griffin lead the congregation with two songs reminding the church of the importance of pressing on in the faith. "The Meeting in The Air," and "Keep on the Firing Line."
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings the final sermon in the Acts sermon series entitled, "Proclaim Christ with Boldness and Freedom." The two truths Pastor Larry challenged the church are:
I. Proclaim Christ with Boldness, Even as You
Are Chained to This World
II. Proclaim Christ with Boldness and Freedom, 2024-11-2451 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Thank God and Take Courage," Act 28:12-16Recorded 11/17/2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a sermon from Acts 28:12-16 on the importance of holding onto the things that have real eternal value and giving up on the things that are hinderances//
2024-11-1739 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Finding a Person of Peace," Acts 27:39-28:10Recorded 11/10/2024
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of finding those people of peace in our lives. A person of peace can be identified as the following, "Often the person of peace will have friends and relatives who are open to gospel witness and are welcoming to followers of Jesus. Finding them is but one ‘tool of the trade’ that assists us in locating those in whom God may be." The “person of peace” is the person who opens the way for the gospel to enter one’s social group or even their village. Who is that pe...2024-11-1045 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Dangers of Disregarding a Warning, Pt. II," Acts 27:13-38Pastor Larry brings a message from the sermon series through the book of Acts. The Apostle Paul is onboard and Egyptian grain ship enroute to Rome. The screw is facing a typhonic type of storm, and if they do not lighted the load, they will no doubt shipwreck.
There are some glaring applications streaming for these passages. There are things we must throw overboard in our walk with the Lord to keep us from a Spiritual Shipwreck, particularly for the church.
Things to toss overboard:
The chief factor is compromise, Backbiting, gossip, and s...2024-11-0338 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Dangers of Disregarding a Warning, Pt. I," Acts 27:1-12Recorded 10/27/2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 27:1-12 on the importance of being attentive to warnings ahead. The apostle Paul is on a ship heading towards Rome, and stormy seas lie ahead.
The question asked during this sermon is, "what happens when we ignore sound doctrine or truth?"
2024-10-2756 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"An Unfortunate Pedigree," Acts 26:1-11Pastor Larry brings a message from Acts 26:1-11 as Paul is standing before King Agrippa II. He is stating his case and pointing back to his past, and ultimately his pedigree is not on his past but in Christ.
2024-10-1440 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Resurrection Will," Acts 25:13-27Recorded 10/06/2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens continues this series through the book of Acts.
The Apostle Paul is on trial and standing before King Agrippa the II. Why is Paul on trial? The gospel, and the centerpiece for Paul's trial is found in Acts 25:19 which reads,
"Rather they had certain points of dispute with him about their own religion and about a certain Jesus, who was dead, but whom Paul asserted to be alive. "
2024-10-0639 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"He's Still Standing," Acts 25: 1-12Recorded September 29th, 2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message on the importance of standing true in Christ and avoiding the flavor of hypocrisy. Do not give the enemy any ammunition to use against you. Stand in Christ and pursue Him even when you are in the crosshairs of the enemy.
2024-09-3031 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"When The Gospel is Preached," Acts 24: 22-27Recorded September 15th 2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 24:22-27 as Paul is imprisoned. Felix and his wife Drusilla come and listen to Paul elaborate of righteousness, self-control, and coming judgment.
Pastor Larry brings out:
When the Gospel Is Preached...
I…. People are Confronted With “The Way:”
II…. People are Confronted with Righteousness, Self-control, and the Coming Judgment:
2024-09-1536 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Who's Standing for You?" Acts 24:1-21Recorded September-08-2024
Pastor Larry brings a message from Acts 24:1-11 entitled "Who's Standing for You?" Paul is standing before Felix the Govenor and the Jewish high priest Ananias. In Tertullus the hired lawyer we see self-righteousness and condemnation, but in Christ we have true freedom and justice.
I. Left to Our Own Counsel, We Are Already Condemned:
II. The Truth Will Set You Free:
2024-09-0841 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Finding Favor in a Hostile World," Acts 23:23-35Recorded 09-01-2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts 23:23-35 on the importance of finding favor in a hostile world. What about the life of the apostle Paul would cause the tribune Claudias to send close to 500 soldiers to escort him to the Governer Felix. The life Paul lived was one that inspires people to stand try in Christ.
Finding respect among enemies of the gospel also might give an avenue to share the good news with others.
2024-09-0139 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Someone To Intercede," Acts 23:12-22Recorded September 25th, 2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from the book of Acts, chapter 23, on the importance of God given, and God sent intersession. Even though we have earthly intercession from others in the body of Christ, the ultimate intercession is seen through the work of Christ Jesus.
2024-08-2537 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"True Identity..." Acts 23:1-11Recorded 08/18/2024
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts chapter 23 verses 1-11 as Paul stands before the High Priest Ananias, and the Sadducees and Pharisees.
Pastor Larry challenges the church to know their true identity in Christ Jesus.
2024-08-1836 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"A Weapon of Opportunity," Acts 22:22-30, Song of Meditation, "Grace".Recorded 8-11-2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens continues the sermon series through the book of Acts. In today's message, the apostle Paul is before the tribune and facing a flogging. The passages demonstrate the importance of knowing your surroundings and utilizing your context for the ultimate cause of the gospel
Special Music, "Grace" from CityAlight,
CCLI Song # 7073330
© 2016 Getty Music Publishing
Jonny Robinson Music
Little Life Lines Music
Rich Thompson Music
2024-08-1246 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"I Love To Tell The Story," Acts 22:1-21 and MFuge ReportRecorded 08/04/2024
Pastor Larry challenges the body to share their faith and what the Lord is doing in their loves. The message is from Acts 22:1-22 as Paul stands before his people and shares what happened to him on the road to Damascus.
Then the Students of Piney Grove share their experiences from the week at Mfuge Camp. Listen, download the episode, and be encouraged.
Main Sermon is at .27 Minutes
MFuge report starts at 17:35
2024-08-0453 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"A Gospel Disturbance," Acts 21"27-40Recorded on 7/28/2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 21:27-40 of a Gospel Disturbance. The Apostle Paul has made it back to Jerusalem and is arrested for causing a "disturbance." We are challenged to press on with the gospel even when it may cause an uproar. We are challenged to stay true and persevere.
2024-07-2847 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Rehearse the Gospel," Acts 21:17-26Recorded on July 21st, 2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens expounds from Acts 21:17-26 on the importance of "Rehearsing the Good Gosepl."
We rehearse the good news to bring Glory to God and to "be all things to all men so that some may be saved."
This exciting message listens in on Paul "rehearsing" all the Lord has done through the Acts of the Apostles, and then demonstrates the lengths one should go to make Christ known.
2024-07-2146 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Let The Will of The Lord Be Done," Acts 21:1-16Recorded Sunday, 07-14-2024
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message on seeking the will of God. How will God use you, even in light of persecution and hardships? In what ways might you serve Jesus today?
This message was preached during the morning of the 2024 Church Ministry Expo.
2024-07-1449 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Serve Him with Humility and Integrity, " Acts 20:17-38Recorded July 7th, 2024
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts 20: 17-38 on serving the Lord with humility and integrity.
The reader/worshipper is instructed to take notes and mark a "H" for "Humility "and an "I" for "Integrity."
Pastor Larry also elaborates on one of the most toxic elements of theology that exists and threatens the church today. Listen and find out what it is.
2024-07-0745 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Recognizing The Resurrection: For There Is Life in Him," Acts 20:7-16Recorded June 23,2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 20:7-16 on the reminder of the resurrection. Paul is meeting with the saints of the Lord at Troas in a crowded upper room. A young boy by the name of Eutychus falls asleep, falls from three stories and plummets to his death. The Lord uses the apostle Paul to resuscitate the young boy, thus highlighting Jesus who is the truth and the life.
2024-06-2341 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Encourage Them..."Acts 20:1-6Message Delivered: June 16th 2024.
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts 20:1-6 on the importance of encouragement.
The question is, "are we a builder or on the demolition team?" Do we build up of tear down?
The points from the message are:
I. Being a Lasting Presence:
II. Being Ready To Travel the Road Together:
2024-06-1649 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Building Peace Through Chaos, " Acts 19: 21-41Recorded June 19, 2024.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 19:21-41 on how the Lord builds peace in the midst of chaos. We live in the best of all possible worlds because God is sovereign.
The Lord builds peace in the midst of chaos by,
I. Revealing Opposition Through the Proclamation of Truth:
II. The Truth Will Naturally Cause a Commotion
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Piney Grove Baptist Church"Building Peace Through Chaos," Acts 19:21-41Recorded June 19, 2024.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 19:21-41 on how the Lord builds peace in the midst of chaos. We live in the best of all possible worlds because God is sovereign.
The Lord builds peace in the midst of chaos by,
I. Revealing Opposition Through the Proclamation of Truth:
II. The Truth Will Naturally Cause a Commotion
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Piney Grove Baptist Church"Recognizing Jesus in a Broken World," Acts 19:11-20 (Graduation Sunday)Recorded June 02,2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a word of encouragement to the church and a word of encouragement and challenge to the 2024 Graduates.
Using Acts 19:11-20, Pastor Larry admonishes the church to recognize Jesus and realize your allegiance to him and to submit idols to Christ and pursue Him.
2024-06-0237 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Know Your Place..." Acts 19:1-10Recorded 05-26-2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens contiunes the sermon series through the Act of the Apostles.
This message comes from verses 1-10 with an emphasis on exegeting or understanding your cultural and surroundings.
It is imperative to Know our place and....
l. Listen Closely to Those Around Us:
II. Respond Appropriately:
Below is an excerpt with the stats from the sermon:
"According to the U.S. Census Bureau,
Caucasian people make up 55.2%, Black or
African America 41.7%, Native American at
0.7% and H...2024-05-2645 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Taking Charge," Acts 18: 24-28Recorded 5/12/2024.
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts 18:24-28 on the importance of taking charge. In the absence of the Apostle Paul, Aquilla and Priscilla took up the mantle of discipleship by steering Apollos in the "ways of the Lord."
This is a message that encourages followers of Christ to be competent in the Word of God, to encourage others, and to be encouraged.
2024-05-1237 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchActs 18:18-23 "If God Wills..."Recorded 05/05/2024:
Have you ever asked of the Lord, "what is your will?" Pastor Larry G. Stephens will give some succinct and relevant answers to the question. This sermon will look at the life of the Apostle Paul from Acts 18:18-23 and set the theme, "If God Wills..."
2024-05-0545 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Do Not Be Afraid, For Christ Is With You," Acts 18:1-17Recorded 04/28/2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts 18:1-17 on the importance of the presence of Christ with His people. We can be encouraged to know the Lord Jesus will never leave us nor forsake us.
By examining Acts 18:1-17, we are reminded, because Christ is with us...
I. Be About the Lord’s Business
II. We Are Never Alone
III. Keep Being Faithful and Plant Gospel Seeds.
Here is the link to the bio of John G. Paton, Missionary to the once...2024-04-2847 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Spiritual DNA of Every Person," Acts 17:22-34Recorded 04/21/2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens continues walking through the Book of Acts. In chapter 17:22-34, The Apostle Paul uses Greek Philosophers to build a gospel bridge with the people at Athens. By noticing the alter to the Unknown God, Paul demostrates:
I. Every Person Is Religious
II. Every Person is Dependent on God
III. Every Person Must Respond to the Truth of the Resurrection
2024-04-2137 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Stimulated by Your Surroundings," Acts 17:16-21Recorded 04/14/2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of exegeting one's surroundings. In other words, examine the culture to see what God is moving.
The Apostle Paul gives a great example of examining culture seen in Acts 17:16-21.
As one is stimulated by their surroundings...
I. We Will Identify Idols and Give Warning:
II. We Will Identify False Teaching and Vain Philosophies:
2024-04-1445 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Examining The Word, "Acts 17:10-15Recorded April 07, 2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens shares from the books of Acts cahpter17 on the importance of examining the Word of God.
"When we examine God's Word, God's Word examines us"
2024-04-0741 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Triumphant Entry: God Save Us," Matthew 21:9-11Recorded 03/24/2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message and a reflection on "Holy Week," or "Palm Sunday." This the week leading up to the death of Jesus and His resurrection.
Pastor Larry encourages the church to evaluate, "what are we saved from, and what are we saved to?"
I. Save Us from What?
II. The World is Stirred
The concept of "Yearbook Theology" is borrowed from Dr. George Robinson, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Professor of Global Disciple Making, Bailey Smith Chair of Evangelism
2024-03-2438 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church""A Dedicated Devotee...,"Acts 17:1-9Recorded 03/17/2024.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message on the importance of consistently serving the Lord Jesus. By expounding from Acts 17:1-9, Pastor Larry uses Paul and Silas interaction with the people of Thessalonica to demonstrate their unwavering dedication to the Lord Jesus.
I. A Dedicated Devotee Will Consistently Demonstrate Jesus
II. A Dedicated Devotee Will Consistently Draw Naysayers
2024-03-1750 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Book of Acts Series: 16:25-40, "Singing Hymns and Praising the Lord"Recorded 03/10/2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens preaches a message from Acts 16:25-40 on the importance of singing and praising the Lord through song and prayer. Paul and Silas are a good example of making a "bad" situation into a Christ-centered situation. Paul and company and under the care of a Philippian jailer who will come to know the Lord Jesus.
This episode speaks to the importance of Worshipping the Lord Jesus in all situations and the truth that Spirit-led worship is gospel-centric.
2024-03-1042 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Enemy Attacks, But..."Acts 16:16-24Sermon Delivered, 03/03/2024:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens delivers a sermon on the importance of knowing and living in the victory of Jesus.
From Acts16:16-24, Paul demonstrates how the gospel message can attract the attention of the enemy, but Christ is the victor.
The Enemy Attacks, But...
I. ...The Name of Jesus is Superior.
II. ...There is Safety in Jesus (Life and Death).
2024-03-0350 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"The Proper Place of Prayer," Acts 16:11-15Recorded February 25, 2024
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a sermon, from Acts 16:11-15, on the proper place of pray. A few questions to consider, "When was the last time you prayed for your lost friends and family?" When was the last time you prayed for your church and the leaders?
The apostles looked for every opportunity to preach Jesus, and in this episode, the Lord called Lydia into salvation and she and her household was saved.
2024-02-2541 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchEssentials Truths Series, "Inerrancy."Recorded during Midweek Bible Study, 02-21-2024.
Pastor Larry furthers the discussion on Revelation and the topic of Inerrancy.
Is believing the Bible is without error an essential doctrine every follow of Christ must hold to?
Tune in and find out.
2024-02-2252 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church"Seek Godly Discernment," Acts 16:1-10Recorded on 02/18/2024:
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message on the importance of seeking Godly counsel against worldly "wisdom."
You will be challenged to seek to line your plans and vision up with God's plans.
You will also be challenged to couple every good work with the good news message to avoid a social gospel.
2024-02-1940 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchEssentials Truths Series, "Inspiration."Recorded during Wednesday night Bible Study. In this episode, Pastor Larry teaches on the topic of inspiration.
2024-02-1546 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchActs 16:1-5, "Growing in Stereo"Recorded 02/04/2024,
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of spiritual growth. How does the individual and cooperate worshipper see an increase in spiritual formation? Acts 16:1-5 offers some insight from the life of Paul and Timothy.
2024-02-0442 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchEssential Truths Every Christ-follower Must Believe: Special Revelation (Wednesday, January 31, 2024)Pastor Larry Stephens leads this Wednesday night discussion on essential truths every follow of Jesus must believe. This teachings/doctrine are first order, if not second order teachings.
In this episode, Pastor Larry walks through the importance of Special revelation. He will briefly explain the difference between general and special revelation. Stay tuned each week for a challenge for God's Word.
Join us each Wednesday night at 7:00 at Piney Grov Baptist Church in Williamston, NC
2024-02-0247 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchActs 15:22-41 “The Advantage of Being In Gospel Community: Keeping Yourself Pure”Recorded 01/14/2024.
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of gospel community.
The apostles were sent back to the Gentile believers near Antioch with a message of hope and resolve. This all done in community.
"Who are you discipling? Who are you walking with? You might say, 'all that isn’t for me,' but Jesus commanded you to make disciples. Are we so hardheaded and far from God that we will not do we He commanded us to do? Uncross your arms and dig into what God has called you t...2024-01-1437 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchActs 15:1-21 “Polluted by World or Cleansed by Christ?Recorded January 07, 2024
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a sermon from Acts 15:1-24 entitled, "Polluted by The World or Cleansed by Christ?"
In this sermon, Pastor Larry will bring out the importance of grace over the burden of the law. The particular aspect of the law was that of circumcision and if the Gentiles needed to participate in this ceremonial law to be saved.
Truths to remember:
I. Legalism Never Saved Anyone
II. Christ Jesus Removed the Yoke of Bondage
III. Act Upon What Demonstrates An
Inward Ch...2024-01-0736 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchLuke 1:14, ”The Peace of Christ to The Favored”Recorded 12/24/2023
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message of the only hope we can have in Christ Jesus, The Prince of Peace.
His two points to follow:
I. In Grimmest Times, Give Glory to God
II. God Gives Peace to The Favored
Who are the "Favored?"
2023-12-2438 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchLUKE 1:26-38 “The Joy of Christ and Servitude of the Chosen”Recorded 12/17/2023
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Luke 1:26-38 on Mary's encounter with the angel Gabriel, who announced the birth of the Lord Jesus.
Truths to Consider:
I. The Troubling and Joyful Thought of Being
“Favored”
II. The Troubling and Joyful Thought of Being a
Servant
2023-12-1740 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchII Corinthians 5:14-15 “The Compelling Love of Christ”Recorded 12/10/2023:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message on the compelling love of Jesus. What will the love of Jesus move His people towards. The love of Jesus will move His people to:
I. The Compelling Love of Christ Hold Us Together:
The Love of Jesus Will Compel His People To:
1. Preach the Message of Reconciliation…the Gospel
2. Forgive One Another As Christ Has Forgiven Us (I John 4:20)
3. Be Bound (pressed) in Ministry Together (II Co. 5:14).
4. Speak Hard Truth (Eph. 4:15).
5. Bear With One Another (Col. 3:13).
I...2023-12-1036 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchMatthew 1:23 ”The Hope Of Immanuel”Recorded 12/03/2023.
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a sermon on the coming hope of the Lord Jesus at the Incarnation.
I. Expectancy and Hope Motivates Us to Look
Upon The Beauty of Christ
II. We Have Hope, for God IS With Us
2023-12-0439 min
Piney Grove Baptist ChurchActs 14:19-28, ”Scarred For Christ”Recorded 11/26/2023.
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a timely message on persecution and adversity, and the importance of God's people rallying around the "man down." In times of adversity and trial, we desperately need the church community to help encourage and admonish one another.
I. While in Adversity, Encourage One Another:
II. Tell Them All That God Has Done:
2023-11-2843 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Thankful for Faithful Witnesses,” Acts 14:8-18Recorded 11/19/2023
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of faithful teachers, pastors, preachers, and servants over the ages. We stand upon the shoulders of faithful men and women over the ages.
I. It is Jesus Who Makes the Lame Walk
II. Misplaced Faith Must Be Redirected
2023-11-2145 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Don’t Take The Time,” Acts 14:1-7Recorded 11/12/2023
Pastor Larry Stephens beings a sermon from Acts 14:1-7 on the importance of speaking and living boldly for the gospel.
I. Take the Time to Speak and Live Boldly for Jesus
II. Take the Time to Speak for Jesus, Even When Persecution is Imminent
This episode revolves around the Apostle Paul and Barnabas as they witness Jesus to the people in Iconium.
2023-11-1243 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Paul and Barnabas Take a Seat,” Acts 13:13-52Recorded 11-05-2023:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 13:13-52 and the importance of keeping the gospel the central point of every ministry.
I. The Lord is Longsuffering.
II. There is Always the Need of Repentance.
2023-11-0543 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Astonished By The Word of The Lord,” Acts 13:1-12Recorded 10/22/2023:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 13 on the Lord's diverse Kingdom and must what be done to combat false prophets and teachings.
I. A View of God’s Assorted Kingdom (vss. 1-3)
II. God’s Kingdom Confronts the World with
The Truth (vss. 4-12
Application: "We must also be willing like Paul to confront false teaching and stand on truth. We confront false teaching with the expounded word of God, and a holistic understanding of the Bible. Why? Because many cultic churches use the Bible as their...2023-10-2350 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Freed By Christ,” Acts 12:6-25Recorded 10/15/2023.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a sermon of the providence of God.
"This is a narrative of God intervening and protecting His people. Until the work be done, God protects and provides."
"The church was praying hard for Peter. They had a prayer meeting for their brother in Christ. The Lord had certainly intervened again and free Peter from what would be certain death. This is a remarkable contrast. Herod proposes trail and death, but God disposes and arranges freedom; One could say, God sovereignly arranges liberation and true freedom. Another contrast, J...2023-10-1644 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Bound To Christ,” Acts 12:1-5Recorded 10-08-2023.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 12:1-5 on the Sovereignty of God, Persecution, and Prayer.
2023-10-0942 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Ordained to Serve and Dispatch,” Acts 11:19-30Recorded 09/24/2023
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a challenge from Acts 11:18-30 with a message entitled, "Ordained to Serve and Dispatch."
Two questions to ponder before the Lord:
1. Have I spent time in fervernt prayer for the lost, wayward, or far from God?
2. Have I reached and to the lost, wayward, or far from God in an attempt to build community?
2023-09-2438 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Give Us Time,” Acts 11:1-18Recorded September 17th 2023:
Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message on the importance of discipleship and disciple making. as Peter was patient with his fellow brothers in Christ, Concerning the new Gentile believers, so we must also be patient.
As we walk with the Lord Jesus, it is vitally important to note those walking in front, behind, and beside us along the way.
2023-09-1739 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Sweet Holy Spirit,” Acts 10:44-48Recorded September 10, 2023:
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 10:44-48 on what many call the "Gentile Pentecost."
One might ask, "How important is the preached Word of God?" "What is the mode or order to conversion?"
"What is the role of the Holy Spirit in conversion and witnessing?" These questions are answered in this sermon entitled, "Sweet Holy Spirit."
2023-09-1040 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Preach The Gospel, Die, and Be Forgotten,” Act 10:34-43Recorded 09-03-2023.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens bring a message of the impact of the gospel.
I. Go out of your way to share gospel.
II. The Gospel brings humility.
2023-09-0345 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”The House of Cornelius: Devout and Reverent,” Acts 10:1-8Recorded 08-20-23
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 10 on devotion and reverence. Acts chapter 10 sometimes is referred to as the "Gentile Pentecost."
We can learn from the Cornelious devotion, fear of the Lord, and worship.
2023-08-2040 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Healing and Restoration,” Acts 9:32-43Recorded 08/13/2023:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on healing and restoration. This message is taken from Acts 9:32-43 and deals with the healing of Aeneas and Tabitha.
I. Healing Brings Us to "Praise."
II. Because He Lives, We Live
2023-08-1339 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Seeking Peace and Growth,” Acts 9:23-31Recorded 08-06-23.
Pastor Larry Stephens continues a sermon on the aftereffects of an encounter with Jesus Christ on the Apostle Paul.
This week, we find that an encounter with Jesus will bring out the enemies and allies of the faith.
2023-08-0635 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”The Futility of Disobedience,” Acts 9:1-22Recorded: 07-30-2023
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the change an encounter with Jesus Christ brings upon one's life.
The conversion of Saul is a well-known narrative, and we can learn much from the encounter with the risen Jesus.
2023-07-3148 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church“Becoming a Helpful Guide,” Acts 8:26-40Recorded 7-16-2023.
Pastor Larry G. Stephens brings a message from Acts 8:26-40 and the interaction between Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch. This is a reminder of the perfect calling of the Lord and how He places us in the right place at the right time for His right purposes.
2023-07-2040 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Authentic Salvation Cannot Be Bought,” Acts 8:9-25Recorded 07/09/2023:
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of keeping in step with authentic Christianity. Do people see you as the genuiune article? Do people know you are a "Christian" who lives out their faith with consistency?
Pastor Larry will challenge you to exhibit Christ in an authentic way for the world to get a visual of authentic faith.
2023-07-0936 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”The Reason for Joy,” Acts 8:4-8Recorded 06-25-2023.
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from Acts 8:4-8 on the importance of living a joyful life in Christ. What drove the early church to go and preaching in spirit of persecution? What caused the people of Samarian to be overwhelmed with joy? Listen in and find out.
2023-06-2642 min
Piney Grove Baptist Church”Making a Good Thing into A God Thing,” Acts 8:1-3Recorded on Sunday, June18, 2023
Pastor Larry Stephens begins chapter 8 of the book of Acts with the story of Saul/Paul. He challenges the church to take inventory of potential idols.
2023-06-1940 min
Youth Worker On Fire PodcastLarry Stephens - I Am Second & CRU - Films, Gaming, Hollywood LiaisonLarry Stephens is a name you are not going to hear unless you are in certain circles. He is a Director at I AM SECOND and CRU's (Campus Crusade for Christ International) representative to Hollywood. Larry has had influence in over 30+ motion pictures and counting, as well as, a new footprint in the Esports gaming world! In this interview we will talk about... - The current ministry impact and future of video animation and gaming. - A sneak peak into a full length motion picture animation film that no o...2023-03-0155 min
Larry Knows SportsBrooklyn ShizShow, Knicks, Rockets, Sixers Check-in - Jon Blue and Matt StephensWe’re two weeks into the season, and Kyrie has already caused problems. After sharing a vile, anti-semetic video, the Nets have still not fined or suspended him. If that’s not enough, they’ve fired Steve Nash and replaced him with a coach recently suspended for inappropriate relations with a female staffer.
In slightly more upbeat news, Larry feels pretty good about the Knicks. Has he even warmed up to Julius Randle? Jon feels meh about the Rockets. How will Jalen Green and Jabari Smith progress? Matt Stephens feels solid about the Sixers. Will Doc get fired...2022-11-0254 min
Goon PodLarry StephensWe Need To Talk About Larry: In this episode the special guest is Julie Warren, author of the wonderful new book It's All In the Mind - The Life & Legacy of Larry Stephens.
We talk about the man who was one of the most important figures in helping shape and develop the Goons, as well as being a close friend and collaborator of Tony Hancock. Stephens was of the hardest-working comedy scriptwriters in the country, writing also for television (notably The Army Game) yet he has all but been forgotten as one of the leading creative forces i...2021-06-1648 min
Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 86: Gifts Versus Skills with Million Dollar Earner Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) It’s easy to feel as though you’ve been overshadowed by someone more gifted. In this groundbreaking episode, Larry and his guest, Larry Stephens, help to cast aside those preconceived notions so you can achieve your full potential! Learn the real difference between gifts versus skills—and how you can always bridge the gap by working hard and practicing. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [1:25] Being gifted versus skilled in any business. [8:45] Hard work above everything else. [12:35] Compounding your extra effort. [14:58] Closing thoughts.Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry Weidel is handcr...2020-07-306h 56Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 86: Gifts Versus Skills with Million Dollar Earner Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) It’s easy to feel as though you’ve been overshadowed by someone more gifted. In this groundbreaking episode, Larry and his guest, Larry Stephens, help to cast aside those preconceived notions so you can achieve your full potential! Learn the real difference between gifts versus skills—and how you can always bridge the gap by working hard and practicing. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [1:25] Being gifted versus skilled in any business. [8:45] Hard work above everything else. [12:35] Compounding your extra effort. [14:58] Closing thoughts.Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry Weidel is handcr...2020-07-306h 56
Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 85: The Huge Pay-Off of Goal Reviews with Financial Services Giant Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) When you want to move ahead, you have to understand where it is you’re starting from. In this insightful episode, Larry has another conversation with self-made legend, Larry Stephens, about what a goal review is and why they should be a part of your year. Learn if you’re truly “stretching” for yourself and your company, what that means, and endless other ways you can ensure you continue to move forward. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [3:51] How Larry handles his personal goal reviews. [11:16] Stretching for yourself and your team. [17:24] Using self-eva...2020-07-3010h 11Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 85: The Huge Pay-Off of Goal Reviews with Financial Services Giant Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) When you want to move ahead, you have to understand where it is you’re starting from. In this insightful episode, Larry has another conversation with self-made legend, Larry Stephens, about what a goal review is and why they should be a part of your year. Learn if you’re truly “stretching” for yourself and your company, what that means, and endless other ways you can ensure you continue to move forward. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [3:51] How Larry handles his personal goal reviews. [11:16] Stretching for yourself and your team. [17:24] Using self-eva...2020-07-3010h 11
Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 80: How to Launch a New Career with a Bang with Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) Larry is back with Vietnam Veteran and business mogul Larry Stephens! Discover how Larry made the transition from active military to starting a new career, and how anyone can make a similarly large life change by working hard, controlling your environment, and having a plan. Lastly, find out the two fundamental elements that separate an average plan from a great plan so you too can make that next big leap in your life! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [3:10] Valuing hard work, and creating goals. [7:40] Pursuing what excites you! [11:18] Closing thoughts....2020-07-215h 02Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 80: How to Launch a New Career with a Bang with Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) Larry is back with Vietnam Veteran and business mogul Larry Stephens! Discover how Larry made the transition from active military to starting a new career, and how anyone can make a similarly large life change by working hard, controlling your environment, and having a plan. Lastly, find out the two fundamental elements that separate an average plan from a great plan so you too can make that next big leap in your life! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [3:10] Valuing hard work, and creating goals. [7:40] Pursuing what excites you! [11:18] Closing thoughts....2020-07-215h 02
Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 79: Learning Leadership Fast in Vietnam with Super Sergeant Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) If you don’t control your environment, your environment will control you. In this insightful episode, Chicago Bond Market legend Larry Stephens shares how feeling average during your youth isn’t a deciding factor for your future. Next, Larry breaks down what traits ended up setting him apart both while commanding troops in Vietnam and when getting a start in the stock market—with no related experience! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [2:30] Larry on being drafted and becoming a leader during Vietnam. [7:00] Control, discipline, and goal orientation. [13:58] Role models and authority in you...2020-07-211h 48Million Dollar Mastermind with Larry WeidelEpisode 79: Learning Leadership Fast in Vietnam with Super Sergeant Larry Stephens(This episode was recorded during the US outbreak of COVID-19.) If you don’t control your environment, your environment will control you. In this insightful episode, Chicago Bond Market legend Larry Stephens shares how feeling average during your youth isn’t a deciding factor for your future. Next, Larry breaks down what traits ended up setting him apart both while commanding troops in Vietnam and when getting a start in the stock market—with no related experience! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [2:30] Larry on being drafted and becoming a leader during Vietnam. [7:00] Control, discipline, and goal orientation. [13:58] Role models and authority in you...2020-07-211h 48