John Bunyan was quoted as saying: "Sinning will entice a man to cease from praying, or praying will entice a man to cease from sinning." Soloman said in Proverbs 15 …the prayer of the UPRIGHT is his delight;  …he heareth the prayer of the RIGHTEOUS. David said in Psalms 66

Mark your calendar to be with Pilgrim Baptist Church on Saturday, September 23, 2023, for our Public Evangelism and 1st Amendment Seminar. For complete information and to make plans to be with us for a full day of learning and ministry, you may register for free, here: https://pilgrimbaptist.church/

In 1 Timothy 2, the Holy Spirit inspired Paul to communicate in 3 different ways that he wasn't lying. 1 Timothy 2:7 Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.

I understand the benefits and convenience of text messaging. It's a great tool to quickly and effectively communicate. However, text messaging has also caused a LOT of miscommunication and misinterpretation. Consider these Bible verses that emphasize communication with our mouth, lips, and tongue, rather than with our thumbs. James 1:

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 20 expository messages from the Book of Romans 8. Sermon 1: Romans 8:1-4 In Christ, you are NOT Condemned! Sermon 2: Romans 8:5-8 Your Carnal Mind is God's Enemy! Walk after the Spirit! Sermon 3: Romans 8:9-16 How do I know IF

God the Father: 1 John 4:8 ...for God is love. God the Son: Revelation 1:5 And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. Unto him that loved us, and washed us

You will never find true love in this sin-sickened world because this world hates Christ. If you're a true believer, expect the same treatment. John 15:18-25 If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. If ye were of the world, the world

A mediator is needed to reconcile men to God because of mankind's sinfulness. The Bible clearly demands a mediator. However, if a POOR man was selected as mediator, it's likely to go against those who are rich. On the other hand, if a RICH man was selected as mediator, it

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 8 expository messages from the Book of Romans 7. Sermon 1: Romans 7:1-4 Free to be married to another! Sermon 2: Romans 7:4-6 3 Wonderful Ways a Child of God Can Bring Forth Fruit unto God. Sermon 3: Romans 7:7-8 The Law

Your mind is like a city, where prisoners are made. When that city is captured, the prisoners who are walking around inside your mind are your thoughts. Have those thoughts been taken captive in obedience to Christ? 2 Corinthians 10:5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth

A man falls deep into a horribly dark pit. The good news is, he has access to a ladder. The bad news is, the ladder isn't high enough to get him up to ground level. This man also sees a rope dangling above him. Unfortunately, the rope is out of

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 11 expository messages from the Book of Romans 6. Sermon 1: Romans 6:1-2 Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? Romans Sermon 2: Romans 6:3-4 Spirit Baptism (not water), is the ONE Baptism! Sermon 3: Romans 6:5-8 You Must Be

It's not that handing out gospel tracts doesn't work. It's just that it requires diligent effort, patience with people, a love for souls, and getting through enough "no's", before you get to a "yes." All this week, Pilgrim Baptist will be evangelizing with gospel tracts at the Putnam County Fair

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 10 expository messages from the Book of Romans 5. Sermon 1: Romans 5:1-2 What it means to Have Peace with God. Sermon 2: Romans 5:3-5 How to Glory in Tribulations! Sermon 3: Romans 5:6-8 Christ DIED for weak, ungodly sinners! Sermon 4:

You're Invited... to attend our Public Evangelism & 1st Amendment Seminar! Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023. Location: Pilgrim Baptist Church 229 W. Jere Whitson Rd. Cookeville, TN 38506 Time: 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m - Session 1 (Instruction) 1:30 - 2:30 pm - Lunch provided 2:

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 6 expository messages from the Book of Romans 4. Sermon 1: Romans 4:1-5 Monergism or Synergism: Was Abraham justified by faith or works? Sermon 2: Romans 4:6-8 God's imputed righteousness to David without works! Sermon 3: Romans 4:9-12 What came 1st for

If you're waiting to develop that perfect sermon outline, I'll never happen. If you're searching for the book that will transform your preaching, it doesn't exist. Perfection is what keeps people busy researching about preaching, instead of actually preaching. If you focus on studying the Bible, the outlines and books

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 9 expository messages from the Book of Romans 3. Hoping it's a blessing to the body of Christ. To God be the Glory!

Millions of people buy cheap lottery tickets, knowing there is a very small chance they will win, but still hoping they will be the one that hit's the big jackpot. The lottery is a picture of the false hope found in the god of money. Christians, on the hand, give

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 11 expository messages from the Book of Romans 2. Hoping it's a blessing to the body of Christ. To God be the Glory!

There is name above every name... I have no interest in the names of Hollywood celebrities, music "stars", sports Hall of Famers, or political big wigs. For the most part, I have no idea who these people are. I have no interest in their money, their fame, their big mansions,

A verse-by-verse sermon series containing 15 expository messages from the Book of Romans 1. Hoping it's a blessing to the body of Christ. To God be the Glory!

John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. A good daily habit for born again Christian's, is to tell Jesus that you love Him. It will serve as a constant

Dictatorial leadership is wrong. The reason King Herod ordered the death of all the children 2 years old and younger, in Matthew 2, was because of his desire for power and control. Dictators are very angry people. They want what they want, and they cannot be reasoned with. Their motives

The Old Testament prophet said: Isaiah 40:11 He shall feed HIS flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with HIS arm, and carry them in HIS bosom. In the New Testament, Jesus said: John 10: there shall be one fold, and one shepherd; I lay down my