The LORD Took Notice And Listened

What is it that makes the all-knowing, all-powerful, omnipresent LORD of the universe pause, take notice and listen? In this message from Malachi 3:13-18, you will learn that answer and more. A group of people were criticizing the LORD. Another group of people talked among themselves. The LORD Took Notice and Listened. Then what? Find out here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/TheLordTookNoticeAndListened.mp3

Worship Music

The sermon at Lake Placid Baptist Church this week answered two questions.

1. Why does it seem that a "black cloud" is following me everywhere I go?
2. How do I rejoice in suffering?

One of the biblical answers to these questions includes filling your mind with great music that honors the Lord. Click here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/music20091018.mp3 to listen to the songs from the worship service. There are so many great hymns, songs, choruses and worship songs that will fix your mind and heart on God -- listen to them!

A great website to find great inexpensive Christian songs is www.christianbook.com. Click on their "Bargains" then click on "Music" to find some fantastic deals on great Christian music.

Run!

In Hebrews 12:1-3, the Bible describes in great ways the opportuntity that each of us has to run the race that God has set before us. Those who have gone before us have shown us the way. What we do with this opportunity is up to each of us. LPBC Associate Pastor Jeff Gray preaches this message entitled Run! Listen to the message here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/run.mp3

Barnabas: The Son of Encouragement

Barnabas was a friend and companion to missionaries, fiery preachers, homesick travelers, new believers, and many others. In this message from Acts 4:36-37 and other passages throughout the book of Acts, we examine Barnabas: The Son of Encouragement. Through his story we learn a lot about being a fully devoted follower of Jesus. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/BarnabasTheSonOfEncouragement.mp3

The Serving Gifts, Part 2

There are so many wonderful ways to serve the Lord. In this message, part 2 of 2 on The Serving Gifts, Pastor Derek teaches on the the spiritual gifts of wisdom, knowlege, faith, discernment, helping, and managing. It is a beautiful thing when these gifts are at work in compliment to other spiritual gifts. What does the Bible teach us about these gifts? And what does the Bible say about natural talents also? And, are you only supposed to serve in ways that use your spiritual gifts? 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, 28 is the main Scripture text for this message. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/TheServingGiftsPart2.mp3

The Gift of Faith

What role does your faith have in others putting their trust in Jesus Christ? In Luke 5:17-26, we read an amazing story of a man whose friends did whatever it took to get their friend to Jesus because they believed that Jesus could make their friend whole. Even though there were skeptics who didn't believe, Jesus performed two mighty miracles in this man's life. The Gift of Faith. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/TheGiftOfFaith.mp3

Spiritual Cairns

Like Abraham, we are on a faith journey with God. Abraham lived in a tent and built altars to the Lord. Why? What can we learn from him? By looking closely at Abraham's life, we can learn a lot about dealing with temptations, difficulties and success. LPBC member Ryan Silvius shares a message entitled Spiritual Cairns from Genesis 12:1-13:4. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/spiritualcairns.mp3

When You Meet The Risen Savior

On the day of the crucifixion of Jesus, His followers were demoralized. But then on the third day, after they met the risen Lord, they were filled with joy, power and burning passion to tell others that He is alive! Two of the disciples talked with Him at length on the road between Jerusalem and Emmaus. Their story is recorded in Luke 23:13-35. Listen their story, and you'll see the changes that take place When You Meet The Risen Savior -- http://www.lpbaptist.org/whenyoumeettherisensavior.mp3

Commitment

Faithfulness. Commitment. Commitment to God... commitment to marriage... God's commitment to us. The Bible speaks of God's faithfulness and how He strengthens us to be faithful, to be people of commitment. In this message Commitment from 2 Samuel 15:13-21 and other selected passages, LPBC youth pastor Ryan Schneider shares what God's Word says about commitment. Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/commitment.mp3

That Was Easy!

Everyone has burdens. Keeping God's commands should not be one of them. But for too many people living for Christ is a heavy burden. The life God wants us to live in Christ is full of love, joy, peace and so much more - an abundant life in Christ. Jesus wants to carry your burdens so that you can - with joy! - follow His Word and be guided by His Spirit. Listen to this message from 1 John 5:1-5 entitled That Was Easy! Listen here: http://www.lpbaptist.org/thatwaseasy.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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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