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Circling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 24 : Can You Live in Sin and Still Experience God’s Plan?Welcome back to the Circling Back podcast! In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon revisit the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew 1 and the story of Joseph to discuss the reality of living in sin, the true meaning of a "man after God's own heart," and the "Gentleman Jesus" myth.This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church
2026-01-2445 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Freedom of Fasting | Matthew 6:16-18 | Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 6:16-18The Freedom of Fasting1. It is assumed that Christians fast, v. 16“The greatest enemy of hunger for God is not poison but apple pie. It is not thebanquet of the wicked that dulls our appetite for heaven, but mindless nibbling atthe table of the world.”-John Piper, A Hunger for God2. Fasting is for God, v. 16When we embrace that fasting is for God two things happen:a) it elim...
2026-01-1840 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Pray Big & Free | Matthew 6:5-15 | Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 6:5-15How To Pray Big & Free1. Prayers is not for managing people’s opinion, v. 5-62. Prayer is not where you control God, v. 73. Prayer is a demonstration of what you believe, v. 8Two things to believe...a) “for your father”b) “knows what you need before you ask him.”4. Prayer has structure, v. 9-13Structure of the disciples prayer...a) acknowledgement- “Our father in heaven...”b) nature1) name- “Hallowed be your name..."2...
2026-01-1139 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchPracticing Righteousness | Matthew 6:1–4 | Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHPracticing RighteousnessMatthew 6:1–41. It’s not what we do but why, v. 1Matthew 6:1In this one verse Jesus tells us three things...a) practicing righteousness reinforces who we arePracticing righteousness means a lifestyle that demonstrates inner transformation which showsup in our life rhythms, daily choices, relationships and posture towards others that goes beyondrule keeping and to the authority and sufficiency of King and Kingdom.b) where and why matter...
2026-01-0435 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchMy Prayer for Our Church | Isaiah 6:1-13 | Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMy Prayer for Our ChurchIsaiah 6:1-13Context of Isaiah...1) God’s people trusted in human leadership more than they trusted God2) Increased wealth brought a diminished view of God3) People felt secure in their sins as long as they performed the right religious rituals4) They presumed upon God’s grace and so they required God’s judgement1. That we would see God, v. 12. That we would grow in our knowledge of God, v. 1-4
2025-12-2847 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 23 : Not Allowed to Have Enemies, Pre-Evangelistic Despair & Experiencing GodWelcome back to the Circling Back podcast! In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon delve into the radical commands of Jesus in Matthew 5:43-48, covering love for enemies, the nature of conversion, and the necessity of experiencing God.This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church
2025-12-2651 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchLoving God’s Sovereignty | Matthew 2:13-26 | Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 2:13-26Loving God’s SovereigntyWhat it is- God’s sovereignty is the belief that God is the ultimate King, controllinghistory, nature and individual lives with perfect wisdom, justice and mercy.What it means- God’s sovereignty means He has supreme, absolute power and authorityover all creation and every event, working all things according to His ultimate will for hisglory, with nothing outside His control or knowledge, though this concept intersects withhuman free will and the proble...
2025-12-2140 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Joy of Having A King | Matthew 2:1-12 | Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHThe Joy of Having A KingMatthew 2:1-121. Worship Him, v. 2• Revelation 4:9-112. Kill Him, v. 3-8What we know about Herod...a)he has no rightful claim to the throneb)used violence to stay on the thronec)would kill again to keep his throne• Luke 19:11-27• Revelation 19:15-163. Give to Him, v. 9-11Two things we should see here...1)God comes to us in a language we understand2)God wants...
2025-12-1440 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 22: Kids' Wrath, The Power of Restraint & Advent at Grand ParkwayWelcome back to the Circling Back podcast! In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon revisit challenging points from the sermon series in Matthew 5, tackling retaliation, parental wrath, and the true meaning of the Advent season.This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church
2025-12-1243 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Be At Peace With What God Does | Matthew 1:18-25 | Pastor Neil McClendonHow To Be At Peace With What God DoesPastor Neil McClendonGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 1:18-251. Understand that life is designed to be a response to what God is doing, v. 18Luke 1:26-382. Who you are informs your response, v. 19Two things about Mary & Joseph...a)how heaven talks about themb)how they respond3. Be responsible with the revelation you receive, v. 20-24Guidelines for interpreting dreams...a)Does it align with Scripture?b)Understanding a...
2025-12-0735 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchFinding Hope In The Genealogy of Jesus | Matthew 1:1-17 Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 1:1-17Finding Hope In The Genealogy of Jesus1. Because God is telling a big Story, v. 1Genesis 3:15Psalm 89:49-51Genesis 2:42. Because God uses imperfect people as a part of His story, v. 2-15a) Tamarb) Rahabc) Ruthd) Bathshebae) King Solomonf) Manassehg) Jacob3. Because of the virgin birth the perfection of Jesus is sufficient for yourimperfection, v. 16Matthew 1:16Isaiah 7:10-14Romans 5:12...
2025-11-3038 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 21 : The Purpose of the Church, Self-Righteousness & The Right Foundation for MarriageWelcome back to the Circling Back podcast! In this episode, host Pastor Blake Hardcastle and lead Pastor Neil McClendon delve into challenging questions raised by sermons from the ongoing series in Matthew 5. This conversation will expose common deceptions in Christian life and provide a biblical path to freedom and wholeness.This podcast is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church
2025-11-181h 15Grand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Reassuring Power of Enemy Love | Matthew 5:43-48 | Pastor Neil McClendonGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 5:43-48The Reassuring Power of Enemy Love1. Enemy love is evidence of authentic faith, v. 43-45 2 Kings 6:20-232. Enemy love is how God loves, v. 45b-47Two questions we have to answer today… a) who do you love? v. 46 b) who do you greet? v. 473. Enemy love is God’s nature, v. 48 a) Jesus incites a pre-evangelistic despair that prepares us for the gospel. b) You...
2025-11-1640 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow The Violence of God Triumphs Over The Violence of Man | Matthew 5:38-42 | Pastor Neil McClendonNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 5:38-42How The Violence of God Triumphs Over The Violence of Man1. The insufficiency of proportionate justice, v. 38The law did three things...a) takes punishment out of the realm of private vengeanceb) gave judges a clear and just formula for punishmentc) it forbid vendettas and excessive retribution“...I have killed a man for wounding me...”-Genesis 4:23Why do we insist on retaliation?a) embarrassmentb) justice•“Slowly and impe...
2025-11-0940 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchCommunion: Remember, Relate, Proclaim | I Corinthians 11:23-26 | Pastor Neil McClendonNov 2, 2025 Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHCommunioinI Corinthians 11:23-261. Remember Jesus2. There is a new way to relate to God.3. We are proclaiming the Lord’s death.
2025-11-0213 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Insufficiency of Swearing | Matthew 5:33-37 | Pastor Neil McClendonGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHMatthew 5:33-37The Insufficiency of Swearing1. We must reclaim a sense of our self, v. 33-36Here is the progression in how we lose ourselves...1)we become disillusioned with ourselves2)we become distrusting of ourselves3)we become destructive towards ourselvesSigns you are losing yourself...a)seeking external validationb)difficulty with decisionsc)feeling lostd)emotional foge)loss of identityf) negative self-talkg)always changing to fit inh)increased anxiety and...
2025-10-2634 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchA Gospel Informed Understanding of Divorce | Matthew 5:31-32 | Pastor Neil McClendonOct 12, 2025GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 5:31-32A Gospel Informed Understanding of DivorceIntroductory thoughts…1) read through the right lens2) let Bible counsel Bible3) seek to understand the cultural context4) seek to understand the biblical contextFour questions we need to answer today….1. Is there ever a biblical grounds for divorce?a) adultery- “sexual immorality”b) abandonment due to spiritual incompatibility• Corinthians 7:12-16c...
2025-10-1242 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe High Price of Lust | Matthew 5:27-30 | Pastor Neil McClendonOct 5, 2025GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 5:27-30The High Price of Lust1. Jesus upholds the sufficient sanctity of marriage, v. 27-28 • Genesis 2:24God’s design for marriage… a) priority loyalty- “Therefore, a man shall leave his father and mother… b) lifelong loyalty- …and hold fast to his wife… c) bodily loyalty- …and they shall become one flesh.” 2. The eye reveals what is in the heart, v. 28Lust does four things…
2025-10-0542 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Inward Life of the Kingdom | Matthew 5:21-26 | Pastor Neil McClendonSep 28, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Inward Life of the KingdomMatthew 5:21-26Four lenses for the rest of this chapter… a) Jesus is more concerned with motive than checking the box b) Christians are held to a higher ethical standard c) The Gospel always invites us to think deeper d) Truth turns radishes into carrots1. Life in the Kingdom calls for integration, v. 21-22 a) name calling- “You fool!”  b) insul...
2025-09-2939 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 20 : How to Avoid "Giving Birth to an Ishmael" & Experience God's LoveDive into a compelling discussion with Pastor Neil McClendon on "Circling Back" as he tackles powerful questions from his sermons on the book of Matthew. Explore why our impatience can "give birth to an Ishmael," leading to long-term consequences. Discover the "reckless, raging fury" of God's love and how it should compel, not just comfort, us. Learn to break free from the power people hold over you by answering critical questions about fear and faith. This episode offers a challenging and transformative look at experiencing God's love, the purpose of "desert" seasons, and how to li...
2025-09-251h 06Grand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchA Right View of the Law | Matthew 5:17-20 | Pastor Neil McClendonSep 21, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchDo you think living by the Ten Commandments is enough to be right with God? What about the other 603 laws in the Old Testament? In this powerful message, Pastor Neil McClendon unpacks Jesus's statement that He came not to abolish the law, but to fulfill it. The sermon reveals how a "rules-based" relationship with God will always leave us condemned, and how true righteousness comes only through Jesus ChristThis message will help you u...
2025-09-2142 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Consequential Nature of Kingdom Faith | Matthew 5:13-16 | Pastor Neil McClendonSep 14, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Consequential Nature of Kingdom FaithMatthew 5:13-161. There is a problem we have to overcome, v. 13! Peter 4:1-4Four ways salt loses its saltiness… a) it is absorbed by its surroundings b) exposure to moisture c) confusion about the purpose of the church d) churches that try to make Christianity interesting instead of making Christians consequential 2. There is a responsibility to embrace, v. 14 a) iden...
2025-09-1442 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGod’s Timing, People & Power | Matthew 4:12-25 | Pastor Neil McClendonAug 24, 2025Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchGod’s Timing, People & PowerMatthew 4:12-251. God’s timing, 4:12-17 • Isaiah 9:1-2Biblical examples… a) David & Goliath b) Judges 5 c) Omer of mannaExodus 16:31-32d) Apostle Paul • 2 Corinthians 1:8-102. God’s people, 4:18-22What God looks at and for in people… a) willing not perfect b) your future not your past c) faith not promises3. God’s power, 4:23-25Mental...
2025-08-2439 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchLearning From Temptation | Matthew 4:1-11 | Pastor Neil McClendonAug 17, 2025Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchMatthew 4:1-11Learning From TemptationIn the wilderness they should have learned three things: 1) not to depend on bread alone but on Gods’ word 2) not to put God to the test 3) to worship God alone1. Temptation comes around our biggest appetites, v. 2-4Our appetites do four things… 1) create opportunities- so we must learn to ask, “What opportunity does  this appetite present?” 2) remind us of our responsibility 3) reflect our ident...
2025-08-1836 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThinking Through The Questions | Matthew 3:13-17 | Pastor Neil McClendonAug 10, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThinking Through The QuestionsMatthew 3:13-171. What does it look like to be missional? v. 132. Why does Jesus get baptized? Four reasons Jesus gets baptized… a) identifies with the people b) submits to the will of the Father c) practices what He preaches- Matthew 28:18-20 d) to fulfill all righteousness   Two ways… 1) confirms John as the forerunner to the Messiah 2) confirms Jesus as the Messiah...
2025-08-1046 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Kingdom And The Power Thereof | Matthew 3:1-12 | Pastor Neil McClendonAug 3, 2025GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist Church The Kingdom And The Power ThereofMatthew 3:1-12Purpose of Matthew a) tell the story of Jesus b) apologetic and evangelistic c) explore the reality of the Kingdom  d) catechetical- to teach the truths of Christianity and their ethical implications1. The proportionality of repentance, v. 1-3The Kingdom of heaven/God is best understood by two words… a) reign b) realm2. The requirem...
2025-08-0450 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 19: Your "Nineveh List," Repentance, & God's Unmerited Mercy (Jonah Series Finale)Welcome to another episode of Circling Back with Pastor Neil McClendon and host Blake Hardcastle! In this installment, we wrap up our seven-sermon series on the Old Testament book of Jonah, exploring profound questions from the concluding messages. We're tackling challenging topics like our "Nineveh lists" – those people we give ourselves permission to hate  – and how the Gospel transforms our response to them. We also dive into the power of repentance for parents, understanding our emotions, God's unmerited mercy, and what "much cattle" reveals about God's nature.Circling Back is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptis...
2025-07-301h 06Circling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 18: The Roles of Women at Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWelcome back to another episode of Circling Back! In this special installment, Pastor Neil McClendon and host Blake Hardcastle address a critical and often-debated topic: the roles of women at Grand Parkway Baptist Church. We're diving deep into the biblical basis for our position, seeking to provide clear explanations and practical applications for our church family.This episode unpacks questions like: Can women teach in mixed-gender church settings? What's the basis for our stance? And how do we navigate these discussions biblically and thoughtfully? Circling Back is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church
2025-07-171h 11Grand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Balance of God | Jonah 4:5-11 | Pastor Neil McClendonJun 29, 2025 GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Balance of GodJonah 4:5-111. The direction of disobedience, v. 5 Here are some examples from Genesis of how eastward movement symbolizes departure from God’s will… a) Adam & Eve are put out of the Garden on the east side b) Cain settles east of Eden c) The builders of Babel are headed east when they decide to build a tower so as to make a name for...
2025-06-2948 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGod’s Freedom To Be God | Jonah 4:1-5 | Pastor Neil McClendonJun 15, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchJonah 4:1-5God’s Freedom To Be God1. God’s nature doesn’t conform to our emotions, v. 1Four things about anger…a) anger is a secondary emotionb) anger doesn’t earn me the right to be in chargec) anger turned inward becomes depressiond) anger is an invitation to identify your root idolsFour root idols… Power: a longing for influence or recognition Control: a longing to ha...
2025-06-1542 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Essence of Biblical Repentance | Jonah 3:3-3:10 | Pastor Neil McClendonJun 8, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Essence of Biblical RepentanceJonah 3:3-3:101. The message you preach informs the response, v. 3b-4Romans 3:23Romans 3:21-252. There is a difference in repentance and appeasement, v. 5-9Notice what they did…a) they believed God, v. 5b) they were sorry, v. 5c) they went into a complete fastd) they prayed, v. 8e) they turned from sin and violence, v. 82 Corinthians 7:8-13The fruit of...
2025-06-0843 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGod’s Commitment to the Message | Jonah 2:10-3:3bJun 1, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorJonah 2:10-3:3bGod’s Commitment to the Message1. God speaks to anyone who will listen, v. 2:10Some of the ways God speaks to us…a) CreationPsalm 19:1-4Romans 1:18-20b) Bible/the WordPsalm 1:1-3c) prayerd) spiritual authoritye) circumstances2. God repeats Himself, v. 1-2Three similarities between them…a) Peter ran from his calling...
2025-06-0150 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Glory of DisobedienceMay 25, 2025GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Glory of DisobedienceJonah 1:17-2:10Introductory thoughts…     a) We have consumed Jonah upon our comfort theology     b) The book of Jonah was not recorded as they were happening. The first part of our passage is descriptive and then there is this long psalm of thanksgiving from verses 2-9 which describes, after the fact, what Jonah went through.      c) You have to pick your miracle. 1. A sovereign G...
2025-05-2545 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Solve A Problem | Jonah 1:4-2:1May 18, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Solve A ProblemJonah 1:4-2:11. What is the nature of the problem? v. 5-6Jeremiah 23:18-22Three kinds of response to the problem…a) spiritual- “each cried out to his god”    1) polytheism- the belief or worship of more than one god. 2) monotheism- the belief that their is only one God. Dt. 6:4 3) henotheism- the belief that there are many gods who are the same                but they are just called by different names. b...
2025-05-1936 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Motivating Power of God’s NatureNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Motivating Power of God’s NatureJonah 1:1-4Introductory thoughts on the book of Jonah…a) Jonah is a prophetic narrativeb) Jonah is not an allegoryc) Symbolic use of geography and climate1. Hearing the Word of the Lord comes with a responsibility, v. 12. God sees things as they are and as they will be, v. 23. God can be patient in response to evil, v. 2     Psalm 103:8-144. There is no where you can go to get away fr...
2025-05-1141 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back 16 : Emptiness, Relationships & Easter InsightsDive deeper into Pastor Neil McClendon's recent sermons on the Circling Back podcast. Explore why we manage emptiness, how to truly see others, the power of unspoken thoughts, and the freedom found in Christ's righteousness (Good Friday). Plus, gain insights on becoming a helpful parent, the impact of confession, and experiencing the fullness of God's Kingdom (Easter). Join us for thoughtful discussions that apply biblical truths to everyday life.Circling Back is a ministry of Grand Parkway Baptist Church
2025-05-011h 02Grand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHoly Week AfterthoughtsNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHoly Week AfterthoughtsRomans 8:31-391. God is for us, v. 31Romans 1:1-72. The Cross is an indication of God’s posture towards us, v. 32”graciously”- to freely give and to give generously3. God’s mind about me is unchangeable, v. 33-34a“There is unspeakable comfort – the sort of comfort that energizes, be it said, not enervates – in knowing that God is constantly taking knowledge of me in love and watching over me for my good. There is tremendous relief in know...
2025-04-2745 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGod’s Big Picture Plan for Resurrection SundayApr 20, 2025 GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGod’s Big Picture Plan for Resurrection SundayLuke 24:36-491. That something hard to believe would happen, v. 36-43     Two responses to Jesus…          a) doubt, v. 38          b) disbelieved for joy, v. 41“"If Christ is not risen, nothing else matters. And if Christ is risen, nothing else matters.”              - Jaroslav Pelikan2. That we would have a Bible we can believe, v. 443. That Christ should suffer, v. 46     Luke 9:22Three reasons Christ had to suffer…     ...
2025-04-2041 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThree Truths That Transform | Luke 19:28-44GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThree Truths That TransformLuke 19:28-441. God has a plan for everything and our lives find fulfillment in God’s plan, v. 28-35    • Zechariah 9:9    • Luke 19:322. Worship accompanies what God does, v. 35-40    • Three stages to worship…          • what God does          • who God is          • what I do3. Peace is found in a relationship with God, v. 41-44    • Luke 14:31-32Mental worship… 1. What area of your life feels like God does not have a plan for it? 2. Is your wor...
2025-04-1347 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Cure For Church HurtGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Cure For Church HurtEphesians 4: 1-151. This is what we do, v. 11-12 a) equip the saints for the work of ministry b) building up the body of Christ (church) 2 Peter 3:12. This is the goal for what we do, v. 13 a) to the unity of the faith b) knowledge of the Son of God c) maturity  d) fullness3. This is why we do it, v. 14-15 a) in true growth ev...
2025-03-3042 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Should I Do During Communion?Mar 16, 2025Neil McClendon, Lead PastorWhat Should I Do During Communion? I Corinthians 11:23-341. Look back, v. 23-262. Look in, v. 283. Look around, v. 29-34Means two things…a) it is a reference to the physical body of Jesusb) it refers to the body of Christ, the Church4. Look forward Mark 14:25
2025-03-1614 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow Do We Keep Going?Mar 9, 2025Neil McClendon, Lead PastorHow Do We Keep Going? Acts 28:17-311. The corporate nature of faith, v. 17-22 Hebrews 11:6-13 Hebrews 11:17-12:22. The sufficiency of Scripture, v. 23-27 2 Peter 1:16-21Three things we believe about the Bible… a) the Bible isn’t someone’s opinion  b) people didn’t write the Bible c) he Bible is the product of divine inspiration3. That there will always be an audience, v. 28-29 Revelation 7:9-124. St...
2025-03-0945 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Endure A Long JourneyMar 2, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Endure A Long JourneyActs 28:1-161. Kindness helps, v. 1-2“Kindness is a language which the non-verbal can speak and the deaf can understand.”                           -C.N. BoveeRomans 2:1-52. No karma in the Kingdom, v. 3-6 Luke 13:1-5 Four core problems with karma… a) You are responsible for everything that happens in your life both good and bad b) You need neither prayer nor worship c) You have no explanation...
2025-03-0342 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Survive a ShipwreckFeb 16, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Survive a ShipwreckActs 271. Have friends, v. 1-8“I have many things to write you, but I don’t want to write to you with pen and ink. I hope to see you soon, and we will talk face to face. Peace to you. The friends send you greetings. Greet the friends by name.”3 John 13-15"Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, 'What! You too...
2025-02-1643 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchElements of An Effective TestimonyFeb 2, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorElements of An Effective TestimonyActs 26:1-321. A past, v. 1-11The glory of your present life should always eclipse the shame of your past. If not, you will always fear your past.2. A conversion experience, v. 12-18Three things that are universal for every conversion experience…a) God appears to you, v. 16b) God delivers you, v. 17c) God sends you, v. 17-18 Four things happ...
2025-02-0344 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchBig Picture ParentingJan 19, 2025  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorBig Picture ParentingLuke 15:11-321. Always balance resource and relationship, v. 11-132. Consequences are necessary, v. 14-19The Consequences of No Consequence…a) irresponsible adultsb) more of the samec) difficulty with social normsd) impaired decision making ability e) over reliance on parents3. Stay on the porch, v. 204. Beware of the style of relating, v. 21-24Two dominant styles of relating:a) tran...
2025-01-2033 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Our Church BelievesJan 5, 2025 GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorWhat Our Church BelievesI Corinthians 6:1-111. Our fundamental problem is not being unwilling but being unrighteous, v. 9Romans 3:9-19What does this mean? a Religion won’t change you- Jews b Intelligence cannot excuse you- Greeks c Everybody does their own thing d Our preferred behaviors don’t bring us peace e Because we don’t know God we don’t fear God f Everyone has fallen short o...
2025-01-0643 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHOW TO BE DIFFERENTDec 29, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHOW TO BE DIFFERENT Colossians 4:2-61. Pray differently, v. 2Three aspects to our prayers…a) steadfastly- refers to our inward posture when we prayb) being watchful- alert, don’t get lazyTwo ways you know you are not watchful in your prayers…1) you say the same thing without much thought or emotion. 2) you think more about the people in the room hearing you pray than the God you are praying to....
2024-12-3032 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Love Makes Us LoveDec 22, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorWhat Love Makes Us LoveI John 3:11-241. Love the message, v. 11-15Zoe is the absolute fullness of life, both essential and ethical. Life real and genuine, a life active and vigorous, devoted to God, blessed, in the portion even in this world of those who put their trust in Christ, but after the resurrection to be consummated by new and better experiences; including a more perfect body which will last forever.2. Love the o...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat To Do While We WaitDec 15, 2024GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorWhat To Do While We WaitLuke 12:35-481. Be ready, v. 35-36Ephesians 6:152. Stay awake, v. 37-382 Peter 3:1-42 Peter 3:8-10Signs we are falling asleep spiritually: 1) no appetite for spiritual things 2) prayer is an afterthought 3) reduce Christianity to conversion only 4) rationalize sin as an expression of personal power 5) fail to prioritize your faith 6) more opinions than experiences 7) often offended...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Be Hopeful To The EndDec 1, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Be  Hopeful To The EndHebrews 6:10-12Hopelessness is a feeling of despair or lack of hope that life can feel better than it has been.The people progression of hopelessness…PARENTS..…PEERS..…SELF…..GOD…..NIHILISMNihilism is the rejection of all religious and moral principles, in the belief that life has no meaning and therefore is hopeless. Hebrews 6:13-201. FaithFew thoughts about faith…a) our faith i...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchCOMPONENTS OF BIBLICAL FAITH - PART 3Nov 17, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorComponents of Biblical Faith - Part 3The Final JudgmentActs 24:24-25Introductory thoughts… a) Being nonjudgmental will not get you out of judgement. b) The final judgment is good news. c) The final judgment reminds us that evil won’t triumph.d) The final judgment explains the Gospel. e) The final judgment is forever. Four Things About The Final Judgment1. The dead will be raisedActs 24...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchComponents of Biblical Faith- Part 1Oct 27, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorComponents of Biblical Faith- Part 1 Acts 24:22-271. RighteousnessAs it relates to man it refers to the doctrine concerning the way in which man may attain a state approved by God. When it comes to righteousness man is …A. By nature unrighteous B. By effort self-righteousSelf-righteous quiz...Do you ever think of yourself as better than others because of what you do or don’t do? Do you ever...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchCommunionOct 20, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorCommunionI Corinthians 11:23-32
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Keep Going When You’re Spiritually TiredOct 6, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Keep Going When You’re Spiritually TiredActs 22:30-23:111. Remember your audience, v. 1To live coram Deo is to live one’s entire life in the presence of God, under the authority of God, to the glory of God. Psalm 139:7-16Two things I want you to see here…a) there is not place you can be where God is notb) there is not a day of your life for whi...
2024-10-0746 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back #10: Dr. Fish, the Reason for Songs, and Your "If Only"In this episode, lead pastor, Neil McClendon, responds to questions from sermons in August and September 2024. 
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat You Should Expect From Church Leadership Sep 1, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorWhat You Should Expect From Church LeadershipActs 20:17-381. Knowable, v. 182. Servant, v. 193. Honest, v. 204. Spirit-led, v. 225. People with an “if only…", v. 246. Kingdom driven, v. 257. Gospel intentionality, v. 268. Materially content, v. 33-35Mental worship…1.   Based on this morning, how are you led to pray for our church leadership?2.   What about the way Paul served the church most resonates with you? 3.   What is your “if only?” 4.   Do you consider yourself...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Experience EncouragementAug 25, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Experience EncouragementActs 20:1-121. Keep the proper perspective, v. 12. Work towards a balance, v. 1-2 Encouragement does five things…a) provides awarenessb) creates beliefc) builds confidenced) improves attitudee) promotes action1) Election (God’s choice of people to be saved)2) The gospel call (proclaiming the message of the gospel)3) Regeneration (being born again)4) Conversation (faith and repentance)5) Justification (right legal standing)6...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Disruptive Nature of the GospelAug 11, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon,  Lead PastorThe Disruptive Nature of the GospelActs 19:21-401. Jesus Christ is the only way, v. 232. The Gospel threatens the status quo, v. 24-26“Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness! Why should the nations say “Where is their God?” Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases. Their idols are silver and gold, the work of human hands. T...
2024-08-1142 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back #9 Leaving the Phone Booth, Worshiping the family, and Job partiesIn this episode, lead pastor, Neil McClendon, responds to questions from sermons on Acts 16 and 17. You’ll hear about the capacity the gospel gives us to obey. We discuss what to do when someone is of the tradition but not the faith. Listen for direction on how to escape a small life and recognize our most common practices of idolatry. We address how to celebrate someone who has been faithful in severe suffering. Finally, we discuss how a God who has the characteristics of love and judgment, in perfect balance, is who our hearts long for. 
2024-07-3056 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGospel Modeling BehaviorsJune 30, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGospel Modeling BehaviorsActs 18:18-281. Vows, v. 18A vow is an informed expression of understanding that one submitsthemselves to in order to express gratitude, need or understanding.“Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near tolisten is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools, for they do not knowthat they are doing evil. 2 Be not rash with your mouth, nor let...
2024-07-0143 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Ward Off Spiritual DiscouragementJune 23, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorActs 18:1-17How To Ward Off Spiritual Discouragement1. Good friends, v. 1-52. Good message, v. 5-8“All of Scripture builds to the climax of God’s revelation in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Christ-centered preaching doesn’t search to find Jesus in every text; it exposits where texts stand in relation to Jesus and where they find fulfillment in him.”            -Walt Nilsson3. Good doctrine, v. 9-11Election is God’s choice of indiv...
2024-06-2343 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Unbelievers Need to UnderstandJun 16, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorActs 17:22-34What Unbelievers Need to Understand1. Religion worships the wrong things, v. 22-23Syncretism is the process by which aspects of one religion are assimilated into, or blended with, another religion. This leads to fundamental changes in both religions. 2. Christianity is the worship of the one true God, v. 243. God’s nature makes Him knowable, v. 24-281) He is Creator, v. 24“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all u...
2024-06-1745 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back #8: Dangerous Sentiment, Joey Butler, and Self-AwarenessLead pastor Neil McClendon responds to questions from a series of sermons ranging from Acts 15 and 16. We discuss how reckless sentiment avoids the truth and why we are allergic to being wrong.  Listen to understand how our assumptions in disagreements leave us with a smaller life than we were made for. You will hear an explanation of what to do with closed doors, who is responsible for your peace and joy,  and a warning from over-believing in yourself.  This episode closes with an encouragement to live an integrated life.
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Become More Gospel FluentJun 2, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Become More Gospel FluentActs 17:16-211. Know yourself, v. 16-17“Profound compassion is the motivation behind true apologetics.”        -Michael Greena) this is what he did- “So he reasoned…”b) this is where he did it- “in the synagogue …and in the marketplace”c) this is when he did it- “every day with those who happened to be there."“Your anger is both brilliant and appalling. The shifting l...
2024-06-0241 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Power of ConnectionMay 19, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Power of ConnectionActs 17:1-91. Connect with people, v. 1Gospel capacity + Gospel responsibility = Gospel experiences2. Connect people to the story of God, v. 2-3Helpful verbs in telling the Story of God…a) reasoning- to mingle thought with thoughtb) explaining- to cause one to open their mind  c) proving- to place evidence before3. Connect people to the intellectual integrity of the Faith, v. 3-4Two things Paul...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Causality of FaithMay 12, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Causality of FaithActs 16:25-40Causality is an influence by which one event, process, state, or object contributes to the production of another event, process, state, or object where the cause is partly responsible for the effect, and the effect is partly dependent on the cause.1. Faith empowers us to defy our circumstances, v. 25“You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not murder; and whoever murders will be liable to judgment.’ 22 But I s...
2024-05-1346 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Enjoy Life MoreMay 5, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Enjoy Life MoreActs 16:16-241. Habits are the avenue of involvement, v. 16The fruit of habits…a) habits move me beyond what I feel towards structures that I needb) habits facilitate exposure and exposure initiate changec) habits interrupt the status quod) habits lesson our need of spiritual stimulation 2. Life is also spiritual, v. 16-19There are three dimensions to life: physical, psychological, spiritual...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchLessons Along The WayApr 21, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorLessons Along The WayActs 16:1-151. Our experiences are not always intended for our benefit, v.1-52. God leads by closing doors as well, v. 6-10God doesn’t always send you where you want to go. He puts you where you need to be in order to hear what you need to hear which prepares you for what you will need to do. This is so that when you get there, your faith is proportional to the...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow to Disagree to the Glory of GodApr 7, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow to Disagree to the Glory of GodActs 15:36-411. Be aware of your assumptionsPositive assumptions to shape how we disagree…a) not everybody has to think or act the way I do or wouldb) disagreeing with me does not deserve punishment c) them being wrong or doing wrong doesn’t give me permissiond) it’s not different with family2. Be clear about the principles you are standing on
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Trajectory of the KingdomMar 24, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Trajectory of the KingdomLuke 19:28-401. It comes in God’s timing a) chronos- time runs outb) kairos- time fills up“When the days drew near for him to be taken up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem.”              -Luke 9:51“They went on from there and passed through Galilee. And he did not want anyone to know, for he was teaching his disciples saying to them, “The Son of Man is going to be...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchChristian Essentials In An Ever Changing CultureMar 17, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorChristian Essentials In An Ever Changing CultureActs 15:22-351. Gospel clarity, v. 24Jesus + politics = not the Gospel!Jesus + Christian nationalism = not the Gospel!Jesus + prosperity = not the Gospel!Jesus + my preferred style of worship = not the Gospel!Jesus + socialism = not the Gospel!Jesus + cultural universalism  = not the Gospel!Jesus + activism = not the Gospel! Jesus + nothing = Gospel2. Decision making order, v. 28v. 22- “it seemed good”v. 25...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchA Snapshot of Effective MinistryMar 3, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorA Snapshot of Effective MinistryActs 14:19-281. It is human nature to make principle out of your own experience, v. 19-202. The goal of the Gospel is making disciplines, v. 21Three things they did as they ministered to the disciples…   a) strengthening the souls of the disciplesb) encouraging them to continue in the faith                                               “Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to co...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Be and Become of the AtonementFeb 25, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Be and Become of the Atonement2 Corinthians 5:211. Relief2. Responsibility
2024-02-2614 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back #6: Doctrine, disappointment, and being a beloved childIn this episode, Lead pastor, Neil McClendon, addresses questions from our advent sermons. How should we experience disappointment and hope? How does embracing Jesus' perfection help me embrace my imperfection?  What is the purpose of self-talk? How does God hate the sin and hate the sinner? What does God mean by "my face is toward you"?  
2024-02-2057 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Always Ever Consequential WordFeb 11, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Always Ever Consequential WordActs 13:44-521. We all have appetites that can only be awakened by the Word, v. 44“Your testimonies are wonderful; therefore my soul keeps them. The unfolding of your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple. I open my mouth and pant, because I long for your commandments.”                                          -Psalm 119:129-131Five question we have to answer concerning the Bible…a)  Is the Bible divine? b)  Is the Bible true?c)  Is the Bible clear? 
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Makes a Great Church?Jan 21, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorWhat Makes a Great Church?Acts 13:1-121. A variety of giftedness, v. 1“For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, 5 so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. 6 Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; 7 if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; 8 the...
2024-01-2243 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGod’s Will For Our ChurchGRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGod’s Will For Our ChurchI Thessalonians 5:12-241. Leadership v. 12-13a) “those who work hard among you”b) “are over you (care for you) in the Lord"c) “admonish you”2. Fellowship, v. 14-15Types of people we need to engage…a) "admonish the idle”b) "encourage the fainthearted”c) “help the weak”d) “be patient with them all”Be patient vs. suffer longPatience has to do with situations and...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGOD’S INVITATION TO OUR CHURCHJan 7, 2024  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorGOD’S INVITATION TO OUR CHURCHPsalm 951. Come ona) Worship is proportional to our understanding of Godb) Sanctification is a process not an eventThree things you want to outgrow this year…1) your marriage2) yourself3) your knowledge of God                                                                                                                                                                      2. Come in“Truth without emotion produces dead orthodoxy and a church full of artificial admirers. On the other hand, emotion without truth produces empty frenzy and cultivates shallow people who refuse the discipline of rigorous thought. But true worship comes from people who are deepl...
2024-01-0939 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Full of Wonder Love of GodDec 24, 2023GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Full of Wonder Love of GodI John 4:7-121. The love of God has a source and an order, v. 7-82. The love of God is demonstrated, v. 9“…was made manifest among us”- to make actual and visibleImportance of the incarnation…a) the incarnation halides the teaching of the Old Testament b) the incarnation shows us that God loves us enough to make a way for us through Jesus
2023-12-2437 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Encouragement of the Second AdventDec 17, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Encouragement of the Second AdventI Thessalonians 4:13-181. What we believe informs our emotions, v. 13-142. What we believe is clarifying, v. 14What beliefs are in the text?a) Jesus died- b) Jesus rose from the dead-c) Christians who have died will be resurrected- v. 14 “even so"“But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.”                                                                                                                                        -I Corinthians 15:203. There is an order to it all, v. 15-18a) return, v. 16- “For the L...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow God Glorifies HimselfNov 26, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow God Glorifies HimselfActs 12:20-251. Whoever you depend on has power over you, v. 20b2. We must understand what motivates God, v. 21-23The glory of God is the total manifestation of all of His attributes. Three things about the glory of God…a) the glory of God is God’s highest motivation b) the glory of God is intrinsic and extrinsic c) God will not share His glory with another
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGospel MomentumNov 5, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendonLead PastorGospel MomentumActs 10:24-481. God orchestrates all things, v. 1-332. What you do when no one is looking matters, v. 30-31                                                                                                                                                                                                                      “Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”                                                                                                                                                 -Malachi 3:10v. 32- “Send therefore…” 3. The Gospel is sufficient, v. 34-43Components of the Gospel…1) universal need, v. 34-352) the life of Jesus, v. 363) the de...
2023-11-0644 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Power of HealingOct 8, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon,  Lead PastorThe Power of HealingActs 9:32-43In this next section of Acts, chapter 9:32-12:25, three things happen…focus shifts from Peter to Paulfrom Jerusalem to Antioch  from outreach to the Jews to the inclusion of the Gentiles..this story is the first step in that direction! 1. Establishes the Gospel2. Demonstrates the Kingdom“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”           -Matthew 4:17“And he called the twelve...
2023-10-0945 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Become A Consequential PersonOct 1, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorHow To Become A Consequential PersonActs 9:19b-311. You need a changed and changing life, v. 20-25Two things that Paul worked to establish…a) Jesus is the Son of Godb) Jesus is the ChristPaul did three things…a) increased all the more in strength“For I would have you know, brothers, that the gospel that was preached by me is not man's gospel.12 For I did not receive it from...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Power and Purpose of the ChurchSep 10, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorActs 2:1-14The Power and Purpose of the Church1. The Church is a spiritual entity which is intended to demonstrate a spiritual reality, v. 1-4“Without the Holy Spirit, Christian discipleship wild be inconceivable, even impossible. There can be no life without the life-giver, no understanding without the Spirit of truth, no fellowship without the unity of the Spirit, no Christlikeness of character apart from his fruit, and no effective witness without his power. As a body without bre...
2023-09-1049 minCircling Back with Neil McClendon
Circling Back with Neil McClendonCircling Back #3: Consequential people, cleaning bathrooms, and the love of controlLead Pastor Neil McClendon address a few points from recent sermons that our people have asked for further clarity or concepts we think need a deeper dive.In this episode, we address: What are agreements and why do they imprison us? Who is the first consequential person you experienced?  How important is emotional self-awareness? How does what we put our hope in have power over us? What does it look like to partake of the divine nature?
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Validating Work of the Holy SpiritSep 3, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon,  Lead PastorActs 8:14-25The Validating Work of the Holy Spirit1. This experience is not normative, v. 14-17“And you were dead in the trespasses and sins 2 in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience— 3 among whom we all once lived in the passions of our flesh, carrying out the desires of the body and the mind...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow The World ChangesAug 27, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorActs 8:1-13How The World Changes1. God is at work in all of life’s circumstances, v. 1-4Three ways we see God at work…a) God’s promise is being fulfilled, v. 1"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all   Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”              -Acts 1:8b) God uses ordina...
2023-08-2739 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchMaking the Most of The MomentAug 20, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead Pastor2 Peter 1:1-15Making the Most of The Moment1. Increase your understanding of God, v. 1-3Notice the consequential nature of two things…a) the righteousness of God“For our sake he (God) made him to be sin who knew no sin (Jesus), so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”        -2 Corinthians 5:21b) the knowledge of GodFour things we experience through a right knowledge of God… 1) grace...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Gospel & Mental HealthAug 6, 2023  GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHNeil McClendon, Lead PastorPsalm 42:1-6 The Gospel & Mental Health1. Where did I lose my courage?   Has anything happened that affected the confidence I have in God, myself or others? 2. Why is my heart so sad? Negative emotions...Anxiety is not a sign that you don’t trust God. Sadness doesn’t mean you are weak.Grief doesn’t mean you aren’t believing God for the future. Depression doesn’t mean God has given up on you.
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchGospel CapacityJun 25, 2023Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGospel CapacityActs 7:35-601. The Gospel makes you capable of knowing well, v. 35-43a) God came to solve a problem not condemn people with problems, v. 35b) Prophecy becomes a problem, v. 37c) The church has been around a long time, v. 38. d)  The Bible has power-  "living oracles” means "having vital power in itself and exerting the same upon the soul.” The Ten CommandmentsYou shall have no other gods before me.
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchUnderstanding How God Does What God DoesJun 18, 2023Neil McClendon, Lead PastorUnderstanding How God Does What God DoesActs 7:9-341. God orchestrates things before we get there, v. 9-16Favor is best defined as demonstrated delight. To have the Lord’s favor means that the Lord has joyful trust in a person and has shown gracious kindness towards them.  “His brothers then came and threw themselves down before him. “We are your slaves,” they said. But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God? You intended to harm me, but...
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Beauty of Gospel FluencyJun 11, 2023Neil McClendon, Lead PastorThe Beauty of Gospel FluencyActs 6:8-7:81. Christianity is historical before its personalThere is a two-fold beauty to Gospel fluency...questions get answered that were not being asked things begin to make sense that didn’t before2. God is not a god of place, v. 3Stephen was charged with two things: he speaks against the Temple- where God liveshe speaks against the Law- where we live3. God knows our...
2023-06-1240 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe M Word: My Money1 Timothy 6:2-191. The prosperity gospel is nothing new, v. 3-52. Contentment is the goal, v. 6-10Two kinds of poor Christians referenced here…contented poor, v. 7-8 covetous poor, v. 9-103. Preachers should be an example, v. 11-16a) ethically, v.11b) doctrinally, v. 12c) experientially, v. 12-2 Timothy 1:1Besides me, here is a list of peo...
2022-01-1749 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchImpact Night - March 3, 2021This message is from Lead Pastor Neil McClendon when he spoke to our 7th-12th grade students on March 3, 2021.
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Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchA Conversation in Three Movements - Third Movement: What Are The Implications of Jesus Being God?John 8:48-591. We are free from seeking our own glory, v. 50-1 Peter 4:1-52. Death no longer has power over us, v. 51-2 Corinthians 5:1-10“We have no consciousness after you die.  For us we fear death because we are born knowing only life.  For me, the knowledge that I am going to die creates the focus that I bring to being alive.” -Neil deGrasse TysonSo what can I take away from this passage?a) I was created to live foreverb) in this body I...
2018-10-2846 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchWomen's Fall GatheringThis is a recording of our Women's Pastor, Marcie McClendon, speaking to our women on Perseverance from Hebrews 12 and leading in a time of prayer.
2016-09-1158 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchClyde Copeland Ordination SermonNeil McClendon preaches the sermon for Clyde Copeland's ordination.
2015-11-2328 minGrand Parkway Baptist Church
Grand Parkway Baptist ChurchNaghmeh Abedini - InterviewMarcie McClendon (Pastor Neil McClendon's wife) interviews Naghmeh and finds out more about her experiences and her background.
2013-09-2957 min