Anna's Story: A Story of a Powerful Witness

Sometimes people who seem small in signifance can be used by the Lord in enormous ways. Listen to the story of Anna. Learn about her background, her relationship with God, and her response when she sees Jesus. In this message, Anna's Story: A Story of a Powerful Witness from Luke 2:21-38, God uses the witness of a single person in amazing ways. Listen to the story here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/astoryofapowerfulwitness.mp3

God's Gift To Us

Don't you love receiving gifts? What about the joy of giving gifts? At Christmastime, we celebrate the greatest gift given to us, given by God Himself - His Son, Jesus. Listen to this message, entitled God's Gift To Us, from Matthew 1:18-2:12, and discover all over again the wonder of the gifts, the kings and The Gift of Christmas. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/godsgifttous.mp3

Nothing Is Impossible With God

What is impossible with God? Nothing! Take a closer look at the angel's announcement to Mary - telling her that she will be the mother of the Messiah - and you will see an impossible conversation, an impossible conception, an impossible confirmation, and an impossible celebration - all made possible by God. Learn how God still speaks to His people, confirms His will, and causes us to celebrate Him. Listen to this message Nothing Is Impossible With God from Luke 1:26-55 here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/nothingisimpossiblewithgod.mp3

I Have Seen The Light

Christmastime is a time of joy, love, peace and hope. For many people, however, Christmastime is filled with stress, unrealistic expectations, sorry and turmoil. In this series entitled A Season of Joy, we will examine what the Bible says about the child born in a manager, born to be the Savior of the world. In this message, I Have Seen The Light from Isaiah 9:1-7 and John 1:1-14, we see that joy comes from a personal relationship with Jesus, the one who brings light to those who believe in Him and receive Him, dispelling their oppression and gloom. Have you seen the light? Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/ihaveseenthelight.mp3

How Many Times??

When Peter asked Jesus how many times he needed to forgive a brother who sinned against him, he thought that surely forgiving someone 7 times for the same thing was plenty. When Jesus answered with an incredibly high number, I imagine Peter thinking, how many times?? In this message from Matthew 18:21-22 entitled How Many Times?? you'll learn what the Bible's definition of forgiveness is, and how God empowers us to forgive others. As God teaches you to forgive others, you'll be amazed at the healing that can happen in your relationships. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/howmanytimes.mp3

Give Thanks and Praise to God

We have so many reasons to give thanks and praise to God. And, there are so many ways that we can give thanks and praise to God. In this message from 1 Chronicles 16:1-36 entitled Give Thanks & Praise to God you will learn the reasons and the ways that King David and the Israelites gave thanks and praise to God when the ark of the covenant was returning to Jerusalem, and you will learn how we can follow their example today. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/givethanksandpraisetogod.mp3

Blessing

What does the word "blessing" mean to you? Is it a prayer before a meal, a nice thing that happens during the day, a kind word, or a special religious ceremony? In Numbers 6:24-26, the Lord instructs the priest Aaron on how to bless the children of Israel. That blessing teaches us much about who God is and how He blesses His people. When Jesus came to the earth, He brought God's blessings with Him, and He wants to give them to you. Have you received them? Are you blessed? Listen to this message, Blessing, here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/blessing.mp3

God-fidence: Be Strengthened With All Might

What gives you confidence? Where do you draw your strength to make it through day? Where do you get strength to make it through every challenge of life? God wants to give you His strength. How do you draw from God's strength? In this message, LPBC elder Bob Appleton teaches from Colossians 1:9-14 and other verses. This message, God-fidence: Be Strengthened With All Might, shows six ways that God strengthens us. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/godfidence.mp3

New Life of Faith

Faith. What does it mean to have faith in Jesus Christ? How does God's view of you change when you come to faith in Christ? When you place your faith in Christ, how does your life change? In this message from Colossians 1:21-23, entitled New Life of Faith, LPBC youth pastor Ryan Schneider explains what it means to have faith in Jesus. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/newlifeoffaith.mp3

Pray For Our Leaders

When you think about who is - and who will be in the future - serving in public office, whether they be at the local level all the way up to the national level, what does the Bible say about the best way for us to help them and even to influence them? It is to pray for them. So what should you pray? 1 Timothy 2:1-6 tells us just that, how to Pray For Our Leaders. These are important times in the history of the world. Let us pray. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/prayforourleaders.mp3

My God Will Supply All Your Needs

The Bible is clear that God - who cares more about you than He does about the birds of the air (and they never lack for food!) - will supply all your needs. But what do we really need? And, are we guaranteed that God will provide everything we want? Philippians 4:10-23 discuss principles of simplicity, sharing, spiritual blessings and supply, as we see how the apostle Paul - who for a time was very hungry, lonely and persecuted for his faith - tells us that My God Will Supply All Your Needs. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/mygodwillsupplyallyourneeds.mp3

The Secret to Being Content

Many people in our world today are frustrated, stressed out, overwhelmed, dissatisfied, and discontent. God has an answer for us. In Philippians 4:10-14, we find God's answer. LPBC Youth Pastor Ryan Schneider preaches this message entitled The Secret to Being Content. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/thesecrettobeingcontent.mp3

Praising God

Psalm 145 paints an amazing picture of who God is. This psalm tells us that God is great, and He is good, and He is glorious, and He is gracious. We learn in Psalm 145 how and when and why we praise God. We discover that He is so amazing that His greatness is beyond discovery! This is the God we know personally. Wow! Because of who God is, you can spend the rest of your life and all of eternity Praising God. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/praisinggod.mp3

God Demonstrates His Love Towards Us

God's loving is amazing. How can we most clearly see His love displayed? In this message from Romans 5:6-11, you will see how God Demonstrates His Love Towards Us. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/goddemonstrateshislovetowardsus.mp3

Jesus Never Gives Up On You

The Passion of Jesus Christ. What an amazing love Jesus has for us. In this message from John 21, entitled Jesus Never Gives Up On You, you will experience the forgiving, loving Savior in action. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/jesusnevergivesuponyou.mp3

My Lord and My Friend

The Passion of Jesus Christ. What an amazing love Jesus has for us. In this message, from John 20, entitled My Lord and My Friend, you will learn how the appearance of the risen Savior convinced the ultimate skeptic of who Jesus really is. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/mylordandmyfriend.mp3

Jesus Died For You

The Passion of Jesus Christ. What an amazing love Jesus has for us. In this message from John 19, entitled Jesus Died For You, you will encounter the Savior as He suffered and died to make salvation possible for everyone. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/jesusdiedforyou.mp3

The Arrest of the Messiah

The Passion of Jesus Christ. What an amazing love Jesus has for us. In this message from John 18 & 19, entitled The Arrest of the Messiah, you will see how the Son of God willingly gave Himself for us. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/thearrestofthemessiah.mp3

Pray Like Jesus

The Passion of Jesus Christ. What an amazing love Jesus has for us. This message from John 17, entitled Pray Like Jesus, will show you the heart of Jesus as He prays on the night before He was crucified. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/praylikejesus.mp3

You Shall Not Give False Testimony

This is message #9 in the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title to this message is You Shall Not Give False Testimony. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/youshallnotgivefalsetestimony.mp3.

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You Shall Not Steal

This is message #8 in the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title to this message is You Shall Not Steal. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/youshallnotsteal.mp3

You Shall Not Commit Adultery

This is message #7 in the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title for this message is You Shall Not Commit Adultery. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/youshallnotcommitadultery.mp3

You Shall Not Murder

This is message #6 of the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title to this message is You Shall Not Murder. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/youshallnotmurder.mp3

Honor Your Father And Mother

This is message #5 of the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title of this message is Honor Your Father And Mother. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/honoryourfatherandmother.mp3

The Sabbath

This is message #4 of the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title of this message is The Sabbath. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/thesabbath.mp3

Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain

This is message #3 of the 2004 series "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title of this message is Do Not Use The Lord's Name In Vain. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/donotusethelordsnameinvain.mp3

No Idols

This is message #2 of the 2004 series entitled "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title of this message is No Idols. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/noidols.mp3

No Other Gods

This is message #1 of the 2004 series entitled "The Ten Commandments," from Exodus 20. The title of this message is No Other Gods. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/noothergods.mp3

Authentic Faith

The Bible has numerous examples of people who authentically walk with God. These people are not perfect, but they have a genuine faith in the Lord. And their faith inspires others to trust in the Lord. This message, first given in 2004, from 2 Timothy 1:1-7, entitled Authentic Faith, will encourage you from God's Word. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/authenticfaith.mp3

Lost

What does it mean to be lost? How does it feel? What are the eternal consequences of being lost spiritually? The Bible tells you how to be found! This message, first delivered in 2004, from Luke 15:1-32, entitled Lost answers these and other questions. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/lost.mp3

What Will Last Forever?

This is message #7 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer," from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. The message is entitled What Will Last Forever? Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/whatwilllastforever.mp3

Forgive Us

This is message #6 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer," from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. This message is entitled Forgive Us. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/forgiveus.mp3

Our Daily Bread

This is message #5 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer," from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. This message is entitled Our Daily Bread. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/ourdailybread.mp3

Your Will Be Done

This is message #4 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer," from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. The message is entitled Your Will Be Done. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/yourwillbedone.mp3

Your Kingdom Come

This message is #3 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer" from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. This message is entitled Your Kingdom Come. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/yourkingdomcome.mp3

Hallowed Be Your Name

This message is #2 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer," from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. This message is entitled Hallowed Be Your Name. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/hallowedbeyourname.mp3

Our Father In Heaven

This message is #1 of 7 in the series "Living The Lord's Prayer," from Matthew 6:9-13. These messages were given in 2004. This message is entitled Our Father In Heaven. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/ourfatherinheaven.mp3

What Are You Thinking About?

What are you thinking about... right now? Two minutes ago? Has every thought you've had today been honoring to the Lord? Do you ever think about the impact that our culture has on what you think about? In this message, What Are You Thinking About? from Philippians 4:8-9, you will discover God's desire for your thought life to be pleasing to Him at all times. You will learn what a Christ-follower thinks about, what a Christ-follower does, and what a Christ-follower knows. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/whatareyouthinkingabout.mp3

The Cure For Anxiety

People worry. People worry about lots of things. God tells us, "Don't worry about anything." Then, He shows us what to do and how to have faith in Him. This message, The Cure For Anxiety, from Philippians 4:6-7, shows us how to give our burdens to the Lord and to rid our lives of anxiety. The peace that God gives is incredible. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/thecureforanxiety.mp3

Rejoice In The Lord Always

Most people are pretty happy when life seems to be going their way. But what about when life is tough? The Bible tells us to Rejoice In The Lord Always. Is this really possible? Can a person who wants to live an authentic life be joyful all the time, even when terrible things happen to them? Yes. In Philippians 4:4-5, you can learn how. And when you learn how, God will use your rejoicing to show people how loving and wonderful He is. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/rejoiceinthelordalways.mp3

Stand Firm In The Lord

Life tries to knock you down: pressures, temptations, struggles, problems. Dear brothers & sisters, God empowers you to stand firm in the Lord. How do we do this? Is there anything that this world or satan throws at us that we cannot overcome? When we stand firm in the Lord, we encourage others and give a powerful witness of how Christ is at work in us. Standing firm in the Lord includes learning to live in unity with other believers. In Philippians 4:1-3, Paul encourages us to Stand Firm In The Lord. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/standfirminthelord.mp3

We Will Not Serve Your gods

The world wants us to bow down to its "idols." This has been going on for centuries. The people of God are continually being pressured to serve the gods that others are serving. What are some of the idols in our land? What does it mean to "not bow down to them"? Where do we find the faith to stand strong for the Lord? Will God be there for us if we refuse to serve the false gods? If you stand for the Lord, what impact will that have on others? These and other questions are answered in this message from Daniel 3, entitled We Will Not Serve Your gods. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/wewillnotserveyourgods.mp3

Who Is God?

Who is God? That is a big question. How can we know who He is? What does He want to say to us? In John 17 and other passages, we see who God is, how we can know Him, and how He can transform our lives. This message, by Bob Appleton, one of the elders of LPBC, helps us to answer the question Who Is God? Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/whoisgod.mp3

Jesus Is The Kind of High Priest We Need

The high priest stood as a link between the people and God. He represented the people to God, and he represented God to the people. But high priests were limited in what they could do. When Jesus died on the cross, He became the perfect high priest. Jesus Is The Kind of High Priest We Need. He is always there for you. He always will be. Hebrews 7:23-27 describes it for us. Listen here to learn more: http://www.lpbaptist.org/jesusisthekindofhighpriestweneed.mp3

Do You Live By Faith?

Jesus died so that you might live by faith in Him. According to Galatians 2:19-21, a believer in Christ has been crucified with Christ, and has experienced new life in Him. What does this new life look like? How does your new life give you everything you need to live by faith? Do You Live By Faith? Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/doyoulivebyfaith.mp3

Who Will Serve?

Needs are all around us. Who will serve Jesus by meeting the needs of people? How do you know what God wants you to do? In this message, from Acts 6:1-7, Pastor Derek Spain explains how God reveals the needs around us, how God shows us the solution to each ministry need, and how the results are truly Christ-honoring, leading people to faith in Jesus Christ. Who Will Serve? Will you? Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/whowillserve.mp3

We Must Obey God Rather Than Men

Every day the world system pushes against the way of Christ. The world and its system does not want the gospel of Jesus to advance. Peer pressure can be tough on those who seek to live a life totally committed to the Lord Jesus Christ. What are we to do? Let us echo the words of the early apostles: We Must Obey God Rather Than Men. This message, from Acts 5:17-32, challenges us to obey Christ, even when it's unpopular to do so. Click here to listen: http://www.lpbaptist.org/wemustobeygodratherthanmen.mp3

Fields of Grace

Let's stand in God's fields of grace. In His fields of grace, you will find amazing blessings: peace... forgiveness... hope... the glory of God... rejoicing in afflictions... His undending supply of love poured into your heart. You enter His fields of grace by the righteousness that comes by faith in Christ. Won't you stand in His fields of grace? Listen to this message, from Romans 5:1-5, entitled Fields of Grace -- http://www.lpbaptist.org/fieldsofgrace.mp3.

And, while you're at it, check out this video that we showed at the beginning of the message. Pastor Derek refers to it a few times during the message.

A Story of Sharing, Lying and the Power of God

The early church saw God demonstrate His power and His salvation in amazing ways. Their lives were transformed by Jesus Christ. One of the things the Lord led them to do was to share with each other sacrificially. The results of this were amazing. But, not everyone was controlled by the Holy Spirit. Some people lied to God. The result for them was tragic. In this message, A Story of Sharing, Lying and the Power of God, from Acts 4:32-5:11, you will see the grace of God and the power of God in action, and you will hear how God wants you to respond. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/astoryofsharinglyingandthepowerofgod.mp3

They Have Been With Jesus

When a person meets Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, that person is changed forever. The early disciples were so changed by Jesus that even nonbelievers noticed that they had been with Him. Have you been with Jesus? Can others tell that you have? What do Christ-followers know, and what do they pray? Listen to this message from Acts 4:1-31, They Have Been With Jesus: http://www.lpbaptist.org/theyhavebeenwithjesus.mp3

In The Name of Jesus

As Christians, we seek to live each day for Jesus' name to be glorified through our lives. The early disciples surely did too. When Peter & John went up to the temple at prayer time one day, they encountered a crippled man who needed to know Jesus personally. In the name of Jesus, there is healing. In the name of Jesus, there is forgiveness. In the name of Jesus, there is blessing. This message, In The Name of Jesus, from Acts 3:1-26, describes how the name of Jesus can be glorified in and through your life today. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/inthenameofjesus.mp3

Authentic Christian Fellowship

In Acts 2:41-47, the Bible describes the way that the early Christians related to God and to each other. Their commitment to Jesus, their commitment to each other and their message of salvation transformed their lives and led to thousands of people putting their faith in Jesus Christ. What do we learn from them about how each local church can be an Authentic Christian Fellowship? The early church saw God move in powerful and awesome ways. They saw God turn their world upside down. Do you pray for God to move in that way again? Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/authenticchristianfellowship.mp3

Have You Been Adopted By God?

No one enters God's family by natural birth. No one becomes one of God's children just by being good or being religious. Everyone who becomes a child of God does so by being adopted into His family. God is a loving heavenly Father who wants to adopt you! This message, Have You Been Adopted By God? from Galatians 4:1-7 challenges you to look deep into your own heart to see if you are one of God's children. Eternal life is at stake. And the blessings of being adopted into God's family are out of this world! Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/haveyoubeenadoptedbygod.mp3

When The Holy Spirit Pierced Their Hearts

What happened when the Holy Spirit came onto the first disciples as they were gathered in prayer? What happened even to the unbelievers who were nearby when the Holy Spirit came in power and the message of salvation was preached? How could 3000 people become followers of Jesus Christ in one day? Could this happen again? Listen to this message, When The Holy Spirit Pierced Their Hearts, from Acts 2:1-41 -- http://www.lpbaptist.org/whentheholyspiritpiercedtheirhearts.mp3

You Will Be My Witnesses

What an incredible opportunity and responsibility we have as followers of Jesus Christ, to share the good news with others. We are to be His witnesses, offering the hope of salvation to those who are lost in their sins. In this message from Acts 1:1-26, You Will Be My Witnesses, God's Word challenges us to be faithful to Jesus, taking the message of salvation everywhere God sends us! Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/youwillbemywitnesses.mp3

Doing God's Will - For Your Good And For God's Glory

How do you know God's will? In Hebrews 13:20-21, the Bible gives seven important questions you should ask before each decision you are making - no matter how big or how small - to help you discern the will of God for that situation. And be sure: if you do the will of God, it is for your good and for God's glory. Doing God's Will - For Your Good & For God's Glory, listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/doinggodswill.mp3

Let Us Go To Him, Outside The Camp

Jesus calls us to a life of radical commitment to Him. This type of faith is outside the "camp" of even mainstream so-called Christianity. What does obedience to Christ really look like? Are you willing to follow Christ, no matter what the cost? Hebrews 13:7-17 tells us Let Us Go To Him, Outside The Camp -- http://www.lpbaptist.org/letusgotohimoutsidethecamp.mp3

Simeon Meets Jesus

It's a story about promises fulfilled. It's a story about praising God. It's a story about the Person who was sent to offer salvation to all the world. This message, Simeon Meets Jesus, from Luke 2:25-35, gives hope to each person who will look to the Lord and to His Word. What you learn may totally change you forever. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/simeonmeetsjesus.mp3

True Contentment

How much is enough? Can things of this world bring true contentment? In America, the advertising industry convinces people that the latest toys, gadgets, weight-loss program, or whatever, will bring happiness and contentment. But does it really? What does the Bible say about the pursuit of money and the pursuit of things that money can buy? God challenges you to re-examine your priorities, to discover what it is that you really love, and to find true contentment. How do you do this? Listen to True Contentment from Hebrews 13:5-6 here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/truecontentment.mp3.

Marriages That Bring Glory to God and Bring You Great Joy

Marriages are under attack in America. Husbands and wives are struggling to stay committed to each other in marriage. But, there is hope. There is hope in Christ. God designed marriage. God desires for marriages to be wonderful, to be full of joy, to be Christ-centered, to glorify God. God wants Christian marriages to point people to the love He has for us in Christ. How can your marriage be all that God wants it to be? Listen to this message from Hebrews 13:4, Marriages That Bring Glory to God and Bring You Great Joy, to discover timeless truths from God's Word: http://www.lpbaptist.org/marriagesthatbringglorytogodandbringyougreatjoy.mp3

Let Brotherly Love Continue

When we come to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, He totally transforms us. One of the characteristics of a Christ-follower is his/her Christ-like love for others. In this message, Let Brotherly Love Continue, from Hebrews 13:1-3, Pastor Derek Spain explains that the Bible teaches us to show brotherly love, to show hospitality to strangers, and to remember those who are in prison. But how do we do these things? Listen to the message to find out: http://www.lpbaptist.org/letbrotherlylovecontinue.mp3

Amazing Grace

God's grace is amazing. God gives us His grace so that we can be useful to Him and serve one another. How do we receive His grace? How do we walk in grace? How do we grow in grace? Listen to this message, Amazing Grace, from Luke 15:11-24, by Bob Appleton - LPBC teacher and elder - to learn all about God's amazing grace. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/amazinggrace.mp3

Eternal Wife

A group of religious leaders came up to Jesus one day to test him with a question that seemed perplexing to them. This question concerned marriage and the resurrection. Listen to this message to find out what the question was, to learn from Jesus' response, and to see how these verses apply to our lives today. This sermon, by LPBC youth pastor Ryan Schneider, is called Eternal Wife, and is from Matthew 22:23-33. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/eternalwife.mp3

The Fellowship of His Suffering

What does it mean to have fellowship with God? Why would someone want to know and experience the fellowship of Christ's suffering? In this message from Ephesians 3:10, entitled The Fellowship of His Suffering, Tom Smith - member and teacher at LPBC - shares a powerful message from God's Word to encourage you during difficult times. Learn what it means to experience fellowship with God and other believers. Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/thefellowshipofhissuffering.mp3

Astonished and Amazed

Can you imagine the reaction of the women who first saw the empty tomb of Jesus? They were overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions. This message, Astonished and Amazed, from Mark 16:1-8, takes you to the place of the resurrection of Jesus the Messiah, and challenges you to look into the empty tomb, to listen to the Word of the Lord, and to tell others the good news. Learn how the astonishment and amazement of the resurrection is still transforming lives today. Listen to the message here: www.lpbaptist.org/astonishedandamazed.mp3.

Pray Like Jesus - Pray From Your Heart

When Jesus was on the cross, He prayed to the Father. In the midst of the excruciating agony He was facing - physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually - He was focused on the Lord and on the needs of others. What did He pray? And what can we learn from Him about forgiveness, about feeling alone, about trusting God completely? Listen to this message, Pray Like Jesus - Pray From Your Heart, from Luke 23:32-46 and Matthew 27:45-50. May the Lord speak to you from His Word. http://www.lpbaptist.org/praylikejesus_prayfromyourheart.mp3

Pray Like Jesus - Pray For God's Will To Be Done

When Jesus was praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, He felt crushed by the weight of the events that were to come: his trials, beatings, crucifixion, death. Yet, the weight of the events to come in the spiritual realm were even stronger - Him taking upon Himself our sins, His separation from the Heavenly Father because of our sin. And with all of this weight upon Him, what did He pray? "Not my will, but your will be done." Amazing. Listen to this message, from Matthew 26:36-46, and learn how you can Pray Like Jesus - Pray For God's Will To Be Done. By surrendering your will to the will of your Heavenly Father, you will be right where God wants you to be, and you can see amazing things happen in and through your life. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/praylikejesus_prayforgodswilltobedone.mp3

Pray Like Jesus - Pray For God To Be Glorified

When Jesus prays in John 17, He prays for Himself, for His disciples, and for everyone through the centuries who will put their faith in Him. What does He pray? Primarily, He prays for God to be glorified. What does it means for God to be glorified -- what does that look like? This message, entitled Pray Like Jesus - Pray For God To Be Glorified, shows us ten ways that God is glorified. When you learn to pray like Jesus, not only is your prayer life more Christ-like, but every part of your life will be more like Him. And the world will be different too. Listen to learn more. http://www.lpbaptist.org/praylikejesus_prayforgodtobeglorified.mp3

Pray

Through prayer, we talk and listen to God. Through prayer, we intercede for others. This message, from Ephesians 6:18-20, simply titled Pray, challenges you to pray all the time and to pray for others. How can you do that? How do you know what to pray for? Listen to this message to find out. http://www.lpbaptist.org/pray.mp3.

Also, some of you may be interested in downloading the Power Point slides that were shown during the worship service. They can be downloaded by clicking here: Andrew Murray Prayer Quotes. The song that was played with the Power Point was the song "Facedown" by Matt Redman. You can purchase the song at itunes or other online music stores.

The Sword of the Spirit

The armor of God would not be complete without the sword of the Spirit, God's Word. How do we use God's Word to overcome temptation and obey the Lord? Listen to this message from Ephesians 6:17, The Sword of the Spirit, to learn how to more effectively read and know God's Word -- the Bible -- and be able to apply it to your life. http://www.lpbaptist.org/theswordofthespirit.mp3

Father, Forgive Them

How do you forgive and forget? When Jesus was on the cross, He spoke these words: "Father, forgive them for they know not what they do." Listen as LPBC associate pastor Jeff Gray sings an original song, looking at the example of Jesus on the cross. Will you have a heart of forgiveness like Jesus? Listen to the song: http://www.lpbaptist.org/fatherforgivethem.mp3

Feast on the Lord

Where do you go for refuge, in times of need? Do you go the Lord and to His Word? In this message, Pastor Ryan Schneider shares from Psalm 34:8-10 about how to Feast on the Lord. The Lord can strengthen you when you are weak, encourage you when you are down, bring peace in the midst of crisis. Listen to this message to learn how. http://www.lpbaptist.org/feastonthelord.mp3

Helmet of Salvation

A very important part of your spiritual armor is the Helmet of Salvation. In Ephesians 6:17, we are instructed to wear our salvation like a helmet. There is something that God wants us to know, and there is a way that God wants us to think. Listen to this message to learn both. http://www.lpbaptist.org/helmetofsalvation.mp3

Shield of Faith

Many people in our world claim to have faith. But what is their faith in? Does it matter? Life is filled with temptations, difficulties and disappointments. How can your faith help you during these times? The enemy is on the attack - do you know how to defend yourself? This message, Shield of Faith, from Ephesians 6:16, shows us how to take up the shield of faith, to extinguish the flaming arrows of the evil one, and to be victorious over each of the enemy's attacks. http://www.lpbaptist.org/shieldoffaith.mp3

Good News Shoes

Good news! Our world needs some good news. Will you put on your Good News Shoes, so that everywhere you go, you will be ready to share the good news of Jesus Christ? This message, from Ephesians 6:15, shows us how to be ready to share the good news of Jesus Christ with others. http://www.lpbaptist.org/goodnewsshoes.mp3

Breastplate of Righteousness

This sermon podcast, from Ephesians 6:14, is entitled Breastplate of Righteousness. Making the right decision every single time is hard to do, virtually impossible without God's help. Righteousness is about being righteous and doing right, having a pure heart and life. http://www.lpbcsermons.org/breastplateofrighteousness.mp3

Belt of Truth

Belt of Truth, Ephesians 6:14. What is truth? Is it relative or absolute? Can anyone really know the truth? The Bible says you can know the truth, speak the truth, live in the truth. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/beltoftruth.mp3

Finding The Strength To Stand

Finding the Strength to Stand, Ephesians 6:10-13. Have you ever felt like you were in the midst of conflict? Have the pressures of life ever weighed you down? God wants to give you the strength to stand, the power to be victorious in every situation. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/findingthestrengthtostand.mp3

Good News of Great Joy

Good News of Great Joy, Luke 2:1-20. God has good news for all people: the Savior has come into the world. The story of the first Christmas demonstrates God's love for all people, God's commitment to keep His promises, and God's offer of salvation. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/goodnewsofgreatjoy.mp3

God-Sized Assignments

God-Sized Assignments, Luke 1:26-55. Some assignments seem much too big for us to handle. When God asks you to do something, He will always be right with you to carry out the assignment with you. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/godsizedassignments.mp3

The Resurrection And The Life

The Resurrection And The Life, John 11:21-27. Jesus is the only one who can give you eternal life. He showed that He has the power of resurrecting the dead by raising Lazarus from the dead. Put your trust in Jesus. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/theresurrectionandthelife.mp3

The Light Of The World

The Light Of The World, John 9:1-7. In one of His most unusual miracles recorded in Scripture, Jesus heals a blind man by placing mud-made-from-spit-and-dirt on the man's eyes. Through this miracle, Jesus showed Himself to be the one who gives true light. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/thelightoftheworld.mp3

Don't Be Afraid

Don't Be Afraid, John 6:16-21. When the storms are raging all around you, and it feels like your boat is about to sink, remember that Jesus is with you in the storm. Don't be afraid. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/dontbeafraid.mp3

The Solution To The World's Hunger Problem

The Solution To The World's Hunger Problem, John 6:1-15. When Jesus fed the 5000, He did much more than that. He showed us the way to give people the real food they so desperately need. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/thesolutiontotheworldshungerproblem.mp3

Evangelism Conference - Evangelism: Obstacle or Opportunity?

Evangelism Conference - Evangelism: Obstacle or Opportunity? 1 Samuel 17:32. Defeating a giant may seem like an obstacle to you, but it is in fact an opportunity for God's power to be displayed through you. Sermon by Steve Parr, VP of Evangelism for the Georgia Baptist Convention. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/evangelism_obstacleoropportunity.mp3

Evangelism Conference - Do You Want To Be Made Well?

Evangelism Conference - Do You Want To Be Made Well? John 5:1-9. How does Jesus' example of reaching out to the sick man help us to see our role in reaching out to people who need Jesus? Sermon by Richard Taylor, Director of the Evangelism Division of the Baptist Convention of New York. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/doyouwanttobemadewell.mp3

Evangelism Conference - Where Is The Good Soil?

Evangelism Conference - Where Is The Good Soil? Luke 8:5-8. Sometimes when the gospel is shared, people reject the message. Other times, when the gospel is shared, people receive the message and respond by placing their faith in Jesus Christ. Where is the good soil? Sermon by Steve Parr, VP of Evangelism at the Georgia Baptist Convention. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/whereisthegoodsoil.mp3

Evangelism Conference - Reach The Lost

Evangelism Conference - Reach The Lost, Luke 15:1-7. God desires for people to come to faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior. He passionately pursues those who are lost. Christians need to join Him in His work. Sermon by conference speaker Steve Parr, VP of Evangelism at the Georgia Baptist Convention. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/reachthelost.mp3

Do You Want To Get Well?

Do You Want To Get Well? John 5. This question seems like an odd one to ask: do you want to get well? Yet Jesus asked it to one man who needed healing. What happened next teaches us much about faith, God's power and more. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/doyouwanttogetwell.mp3

Revival

Revival, 2 Samuel 11:1-12:7. What does God want from His people? When will God send revival to our land? Learn from the example of David how that God can work in our lives, even after we have turned our backs on him, to bring us to a place of repentance, restoration and renewal. Sermon by LPBC member and evangelist Shawn Holes. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/revival.mp3

Is God Too Far Away?

Is God Too Far Away? John 4:46-54. Have you ever felt like God was too far away to help you with your troubles? In John 4, Jesus shows us that He can help us, no matter how far away we might think He is. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/isgodtoofaraway.mp3

Jesus Is The Source Of Life

Jesus Is The Source Of Life, John 2:1-12. When Jesus turned the water into wine, was He just providing refreshment for a wedding party? Or, was there a greater spiritual truth to be learned? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/jesusisthesourceoflife.mp3

If God Is For Us

If God Is For Us, Romans 8:31. If God is for us, then who can be against us? Special guest speaker Don Whitney from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary shares a message from God's Word with us: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/ifgodisforus.mp3

What Is Your Faith Doing?

What Is Your Faith Doing? 3 John. Just claiming that you have faith in God is not enough. While it is definitely true that we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ - and not by our works - it is also true that a person who knows Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord will display their faith by what they do. So, what is your faith doing? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/whatisyourfaithdoing.mp3

Walking In Truth And Love

Walking In Truth And Love, 2 John. Many people know what it means to walk in the truth. Others know what it means to walk in love. Christians are called to do both, just like Jesus did. Listen to this sermon from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/walkingintruthandlove.mp3

Thorn In The Flesh

Thorn In The Flesh, 2 Corithians 12:7-10. Have you ever felt like the Lord was not answering your prayers? What about when God allows some kind of lingering struggle to plague you? Sermon by LPBC member Tom Smith. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/thornintheflesh.mp3

The Deep Deep Well Of God's Goodness

The Deep Deep Well of God's Goodness, Matthew 7:12. The Golden Rule teaches you to "do unto others as you would have them do unto you." How do you do this, every single time. Draw from God's deep deep well of goodness. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/thedeepdeepwellofgodsgoodness.mp3

How Would Jesus See Our Community?

How Would Jesus See Our Community? Matthew 9:35-38. When Jesus went through towns, villages and communities, what did He do? What did He see when He went there? How does this help us to understand how Jesus would see our community? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/howwouldjesusseeourcommunity.mp3

Disqualified?

Disqualified? 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. Living the Christian life is like running in a race. You must run like a person who is striving to win a race: focused, determined, perservering through all obstacles. Sermon by LPBC youth pastor Ryan Schneider. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/disqualified.mp3

Live For Christ

Live For Christ, Philippians 1:21. Your life will only count for eternity if you live it for Christ. How do you do this? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/liveforchrist.mp3

Honor God With Your Trials

Honor God With Your Trials, James 1:2-12. Every trial you go through, God either allows or directly causes. How you respond in the midst of trials will either honor Him or dishonor Him. Learn how to honor God, even with your trials. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/honorgodwithyourtrials.mp3

Honor God With Your Treasures

Honor God With Your Treasures, Proverbs 3:9-10. God entrusts you with money and other treasures during your time on earth. Learn how to honor the Lord by the way you use your resources. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/honorgodwithyourtreasures.mp3

Honor God With Your Thoughts

Honor God With Your Thoughts, 2 Corinthians 10:5. Your thoughts influence your words, your actions, and every part of your life. How do you ensure that you honor God with every thought that comes into your mind? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/honorgodwithyourthoughts.mp3

Honor God With Your Talk

Honor God With Your Talk, Ephesians 4:29. One of the most difficult things to do is to control your tongue. With God's help, you can do it. God wants you to honor Him with ALL of the words that come out of our mouth. How do you do this? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/honorgodwithyourtalk.mp3

Honor God With Your Talents

Honor God With Your Talents, 1 Peter 4:10. God gives everyone talents, and He gives every believer spiritual gifts as well. Are you honoring the Lord with your talents? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/honorgodwithyourtalents.mp3

Honor God With Your Time

Honor God With Your Time, Ephesians 5:15-17. Each of us has 24 hours in a day. How do you use your time? Do you honor God with ALL of your time? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/honorgodwithyourtime.mp3

Ready, Faithful, Serving Jesus Christ

Ready, Faithful, Serving Jesus Christ, Matthew 25:1-46. Christ-followers are ready for His return, they are faithful to use their talents for the Lord, and they compassionately serve "the least of these" in Jesus' name. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/readyfaithfulservingjesuschrist.mp3

Taste And See That The Lord Is Good

Taste And See That The Lord Is Good, Psalm 34. The Lord is good, all the time. God's goodness does not depend upon life's circumstances. How do you have the faith to see God's goodness and to experience it all the time, even during difficult days? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/tasteandseethatthelordisgood.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 1: Covenant

Marriage Conference - Session 1: Covenant. A biblical marriage is a covenant. It is a covenant between the husband, the wife and God. For a marriage to be God-honoring and strong, the husband and wife must understand what it means to have a covenant marriage. Listen to conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf1covenant.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 2: Leave & Cleave

Marriage Conference - Session 2: Leave & Cleave. The Bible tells the husband and wife to leave their parents and cleave to one another. How do we do this? If a husband and wife really do this, how does it improve their marriage? Listen to conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf2leaveandcleave.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 3: Weave

Marriage Conference - Session 3: Weave. It is amazing how God weaves together a husband and wife, so that the two truly become one. Learn what it means - and what it does not mean - to become "one" with your spouse. Listen to conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf3weave.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 4: Head

Marriage Conference - Session 4: Head. The Bible refers to the husband as the head of the wife. What does this mean about the husband's responsibility to lead and love his wife, the way Jesus loves the church? Listen to conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf4head.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 5: Helper

Marriage Conference - Session 5: Helper. The Bible refers to the wife as the helper of her husband. How does she help him? Listen to conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf5helper.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 6: Submit

Marriage Conference - Session 6: Submit. What does the Bible mean when it instructs wives to submit to their own husbands? How does submission relate to love, to respect, to holiness, to Christlikeness? How does a husband's love relate to submission? Listen to conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf6submit.mp3

Marriage Conference - Session 7: Love

Marriage Conference - Session 7: Love. Husbands and wives must learn how to love each other, to really love each other. The Bible has much to say about true, Christlike, God-honoring love between husbands and wives. Listen to this message by conference speakers Ron and Pat Riley: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/marriageconf7love.mp3

Wake-Up Call

Wake-Up Call, Romans 13:8-14. At times, the Lord uses various means to get our attention. Why does He allow these wake-up calls, and what should we do when He does? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/wakeupcall.mp3

Love Must Be Genuine

Love Must Be Genuine, Romans 12:9-21. If love is genuine, it makes a difference in the way you live. You will live differently toward your friends, your family, even your enemies. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/lovemustbegenuine.mp3

How Has God Gifted You?

How Has God Gifted You? Romans 12:3-8. Each Christian has been gifted by God with spiritual gifts and talents. How has God gifted you? What does He want you to do with these gifts? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/howhasgodgiftedyou.mp3

A Living Sacrifice

A Living Sacrifice, Romans 12:1-2. What does God want you to lay aside as you follow Him? Is the world system influencing you? How can you know God's will? Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/alivingsacrifice.mp3

ABCs of Salvation

ABCs of Salvation, Romans 10:5-13. What does it mean to be saved? How can you know that you are saved, that your sins are forgiven, that you are going to heaven when you die? The Bible tells us. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/abcsofsalvation.mp3

As I Walk With Jesus

As I Walk With Jesus, John 17:20-23. A simple walk with Jesus. It's not easy, but it is simple. Discover timeless truths to a maintain a consistent walk with Christ. Message by LPBC elder Bob Appleton. Listen to this message from God's Word: http://www.lpbcsermons.org/asiwalkwithjesus.mp3