"Put God to the Test by Tithing"
Pastor Steve Gaines challenges the church to put God to the test by tithing as he teaches out of Malachi 3:6–12. The one place in Scripture where God invites us to test Him is in this Old Testament prophecy from a man named Malachi. If we are unwilling to surrender a portion of what God has given us back to Him and we choose to disobey the laws He has given us, how can we say we are the people of God? God blesses those who obey His commands, but He puts a curse upon those who will not carry out His instructions. 0:00 - Introduction to our text 6:21 - God's test to tithe is permanent 12:54 - God's test to tithe is clear 30:38 - God's reward for tithing is abundant #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines
"Jesus Gives New Life to Lost People"
Pastor Steve Gaines preaches out of 2 Corinthians 5:17 on how Jesus gives new life to lost people. No matter what you have done or how far you have turned away from God, there is hope in Jesus. When we surrender to Him, we find everlasting life and a peace that is beyond comprehension. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines
"Speak God's Word; Unleash God's Power"
During his sermon out of Acts 4:29–31, Pastor Steve Gaines shares how when you speak God's Word, you unleash God's power. There is something special about the Bible that gives strength to those who are weak, hope to those who are suffering, and conviction to those who are living a sinful life. When we fill ourselves with scripture, we can then spread the message of God's Word wherever we go: homes, businesses, churches, hospitals, school, and beyond. Spending time in the Bible will change your life! #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines
"Enter God's Rest in a Raging World"
"You can enter God's rest in a raging world." That is Pastor Steve Gaines' word of encouragement from Hebrews 4:9–12. No matter what is happening around us (family issues, elections, work problems, health concerns, etc.), we can still find peace in Jesus Christ. Reading your Bible and spending time in prayer will help you focus on what really matters, so that you can tackle the challenges in your life with the proper perspective. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines
"Follow Me" | Dr. Dub Oliver
Dub Oliver, president of Union University, speaks out of Luke 9:57–62 in a message titled "Follow Me." Jesus Christ is to take first place in our lives above all else. While He knows our situations and cares deeply about the obstacles we face in our lives, at the end of the day we must choose to submit to Him in all things. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis
"How to Have a Happy Relationship" | Dr. Charles Lowery
Dr. Charles Lowery teaches on "How to Have a Happy Relationship" from his years of experience as a psychologist and pastor. Whether you are single and looking for marriage advice or empty nesters who have been married for decades, you will learn important tools on communication and gain perspective on how to deal with the opposite sex. #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis
"Friends Bring Friends to Jesus" | Dr. Jason Allen
Dr. Jason Allen, president of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, shares an important message out of Mark 2:1–12 titled "Friends Bring Friends to Jesus." When we look at the story of the paralytic man who was lowered through the roof of a home by his friends in order to see Jesus, we see what it means to go all out in an effort to share the Gospel with our loved ones. 0:00 - Introduction to our text 3:07 - Combating the crisis of loneliness 7:37 - Context for Mark 2 11:26 - Jesus uses people to bring His Gospel message 12:51 - The curious crowd 16:53 - The crippled sinner 20:57 - The committed friends 30:35 - The critical skeptics 33:29 - We must bring others to Christ #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis
"The Lord Will Fight Your Battles"
Pastor Steve Gaines encourages the church with a sermon titled "The Lord Will Fight Your Battles" out of Exodus 14. With the Egyptians closing in on the Israelites at the Red Sea, Moses tells the crowd that God will win the victory for them. We may never face anything as harrowing as an escape from our Egyptian enslavers, but we all have challenges in our lives that threaten to undo us. Whether you are facing a problem at work or home, know that God understands your need and is working behind the scenes according to His will. 0:00 - The Gaines family faces a hard medical diagnosis 5:08 - Even Christians go through hard times 7:34 - Moses leads the Israelites to the Red Sea 18:54 - King Hezekiah trusts God to defeat his enemies 22:44 - The Lord fights for His people #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines
"Serve Your Way to the Top"
Pastor Steve Gaines teaches on how to "Serve Your Way to the Top" in this message from Mark 9:30–37. If you are not willing to serve others and humble yourself before God, it is impossible for you to be great in the kingdom of God. Learning from the examples of servant leadership in the Bible, as well as a secular company like Costco, we see that leading from a place of humility can lead to amazing results. 0:00 - Introduction of our text 7:25 - The Mount of Transfiguration 13:25 - Jesus Speaks with His Disciples About His Death 15:25 - The Disciples Argue Over Who is the Greatest Among Them 19:10 - How Costco Models Servant Leadership 24:30 - If You Want to Be Great, Be Humble 27:59 - Jesus' Humility on the Cross 30:34 - Learning from King Rehoboam's Bad Counsel #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines
"Enjoy Life with Your Wife"
Pastor Steve Gaines shares how you can enjoy life with your wife out of Ecclesiastes 9:9. By choosing to love and honor your wife and make time for your family, you can build a stronger marriage. 0:00 - Introduction of our text 3:38 - Value your wife 5:24 - Study your wife 9:49 - Honor your wife 15:57 - Love your wife 23:03 - Have fun with your wife 27:40 - Be faithful to your wife 32:49 - Pray with your wife #BellevueBaptistChurch #BellevueMemphis #SteveGaines