"The King in the Baggage" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
"The Call of Saul" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Pastor Ben Mandrell speaks on the nature of calling during this sermon on 1 Samuel 9–10. Through the calling of Saul we see how God communicates with us, inspires us to act, and points us in the right direction. What is God calling you toward? #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"Be Careful What You Ask For" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Moving from Judges to 1 Samuel, Pastor Ben Mandrell shares how the Israelites asked Samuel to let them have a king to rule over them. Through this message, we see how people look to replace God with whatever leadership or idol sounds best to them. What they did not understand is that this pursuit would lead to negative consequences for their people. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"The Battle Belongs to the Lord" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Pastor Ben Mandrell closes our study of the book of Judges with a special message about how God uses unlikely people to accomplish His will. In Judges 4, Deborah encourages Barak to follow the commands God has already given him and a woman named Jael later brings victory in a surprising manner. Whether or not we see God at work, we must always remember that He is in control. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"The Spiritual Drift of Samson" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Continuing through the book of Judges, Pastor Ben Mandrell speaks on the spiritual drift of Samson. As we focus on Judges 16, we see how Samson turned away from God's calling on his life, instead pursuing worldly desires like a relationship with a treacherous woman named Delilah. What happens when we drift spiritually? How does the heart fall away from the Lord and settle for lesser pursuits? #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"Don't Be Like Abimelech" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Pastor Ben Mandrell continues our series on The Search for the King in Judges 9. Here we see the son of Gideon, Abimelech, orchestrating the murder of his brothers in order to ascend to the throne. How can we learn from the evil choices of Abimelech in order to be good stewards of the calling God has given us? #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"When Leaders Let Us Down" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Teaching from Judges 8, Pastor Ben Mandrell walks through the later years of Gideon's life. Having tasted victory and defeated the Lord's enemies, Gideon slips into pride and idolatry, dragging his family into terrible consequences. How can we learn from his example and react appropriately when leaders let us down? #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"The Left–Handed Leader" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Pastor Ben Mandrell begins a new sermon series through the books of Judges and 1 Samuel as Israel begins the search for a king. In this message, we examine the story of Ehud in Judges 3. God used this left–handed leader to deliver justice on an evil king terrorizing the Israelites. Learn how God uses ordinary people through an incredible chain of events to fulfill His purposes. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"How to Stay Close When Your Friends Drift" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Closing out our series in Jude, Pastor Ben Mandrell shares how to stay faithful while others around you begin drifting away from the faith. A sad fact for believers is that many of our friends and family will leave Christianity behind at one point or another. How can we be there for them during those periods? How can we make sure our own faith stands firm? #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"One Thankful Person" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Pastor Ben Mandrell preaches on the ten lepers found in Luke 17:11–19. One man returned to Jesus after being healed in order to give thanks. In our daily lives, are we more like the nine men who ran off without showing gratitude? How can we be thankful in all circumstances, whether in times of small victories or big disappointments? #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell
"How to Spot False Teachers" | Pastor Ben Mandrell
Closing out our series in Jude, Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on how to spot false teachers. This was one of the biggest warnings found in Jude's letter, that we should be on the guard against people who would try to water down or twist the Word of God. When we see people who want to pervert God's authority, we must choose to contend for the faith. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #BenMandrell