He gave the right ?

The New King James Version (NKJV) renders John 1:12 as follows: But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God Dear Christian, nobody has a RIGHT to become children of God. We are all undeserving sinners who are owed wrath. The

Planning vs Directing

When man comes up with an idea, a plan or a way of doing something, it is always flawed. Man may think his way doesn't have holes in it, but in fact, it has many. Man may argue that his plan isn't full of contradictions, but the reality is, it's

Is it time to visit another church?

It's reasonable for people to visit different churches. God would expect His children to discern what a local-church believes BEFORE they commit to faithfully attending with their family. Visiting different local churches also allows a believer to see IF and HOW the church puts into practice what they SAY they

Doctor vs Psychologist ?

The article with the link below was written 30 years ago. It's just as timely today as it was when it was written. It answers these 2 questions: 1. If you go to the doctor when you're sick, what's wrong with seeing a psychologist? 2. Is there a difference? I've

Something's wrong IF...

Members of the body of Christ don't avoid and isolate. Instead, they gather and assemble. Here is a list of some of the things born-again Christians gather and assemble for: * to pray * to listen to the preaching and teaching of the word of God * to evangelize the lost * to sing

Christ-Centered Leadership Conference

Pilgrim Baptist Church is 1 week away from hosting our 4th Annual Bible Conference. Our theme this year is: Christ-Centered Leadership. The conference will take place April 24-26 @ Pilgrim Baptist Church, located at: 170 4th Ave. Cookeville, TN 38506. For more information, and to register for free online, visit: https:

Many members.

God designed the body of Christ to serve Him. This design has to do with the many members who are spiritually baptized into the body of Christ. Each member of Christ's body has different gifts, talents, abilities, and personalities that are now to be used for God's glory. It's like

Answering the fool

There comes a time when you've got to answer the fool to expose him for who he is. The danger of not answering him, is that the fool will end up leaving the conversation thinking that what he said, actually had some worth. The last thing you want to do

Sports, hobbies, and entertainment

When Christian parents are consistent in raising their children in a bible-believing local church, their children learn to: * fear of the Lord * recognize truth * extend charity * value the importance of faithfulness * pray fervently * recognize and make good, Christian friends * live honestly and righteously * live a holy life unto the Lord

What's the draw?

Many so-called "church leaders" have changed the discussion into what THEY can do to DRAW people into their churches. Their "brilliant" ideas have included the following: 💡 build an expansive playground 💡 host a helicopter egg drop 💡 offer free daycare 💡 use "Christian" sports leagues as the draw 💡 build a coffee bar and

It's all about the word

The true church is all about the word. Here's what they believe and do with the word of God: Preach the word. 2 Tim 4:2, Acts 15:36, Acts 16:6 Teach the word. Gal 6:6, Acts 18:11 Speak the word without fear. Phil 1:14, Acts

2024 Bible Conference - 2 weeks away

We are just 2 weeks away from hosting our 2024 Bible Conference. For more information and to register for free online, visit: https://pilgrimbaptist.church/bible-conference/

Believeth Not or Not Obey?

The Legacy Standard Bible butchers John 3:36 by changing "BELIEVETH NOT" to "NOT OBEY". (LSB) He who believes in the Son has eternal life; but he who does not obey the Son will not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him. Not only is it obvious

April 8, 2024 - Solar Eclipse

Below are 2 sermons giving a Biblical perspective concerning today's solar eclipse. The first one gives an answer to the question: Who requires a sign? The second one gives some Bible typology concerning the sun and moon.

Stubbornness vs Flexibility

Contending for the faith is a form of righteous stubbornness. We must consistently proclaim the truth of the glorious gospel of the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Jude 3 ...ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints. It's importance to be stubbornly stedfast

1 Corinthians 11 - Head Coverings

In December 2021, we preached a 12-message sermon series on the issue of head coverings in the church. It's a verse-by-verse, in-depth exposition of 1 Corinthians 11:1-16. This sermon series tackles some tough topics, that are necessary for discussion in today's confused world. May the truth of God's word

Love = Keeping

14 times, in both the Old and New Testaments, love is defined as keeping God's commandments. In the Old Testament, the Nation of Israel demonstrated their love for God by keeping His commandments. * Exodus 20:6 & Deut 5:10 And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and

Whose work?

2 questions: * Are works needed for salvation? * If so, whose work is needed? The Bible tells us salvation does not and cannot come from the works of man: Titus 3:5 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the

I was wrong...

24 years ago the Lord saved my soul when I repented, put my full faith and trust in Christ alone and believed the gospel. This involved me, admitting I was wrong about what I believed, concerning how someone is saved from sin. However, after I got saved, I thought drinking

Transgender Day of Visibility ?!?

God created only 2 genders: Male and Female. No gender is "assigned to you at birth". Rather, God has miraculously CREATED your gender before you were birthed into this world. The Bible says: Psalm 139:13-15 For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.

Hiding eggs is hiding the gospel

So, let me get this straight... The Bible clearly proclaims the glorious resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ: In John 11, Jesus Himself said: I AM the RESURRECTION! In 1 Thessalonians 4, the Bible says that Jesus died and rose again! In 1 Corinthians 15, the gospel is plainly presented:

Slow down to cure anger.

One of the best ways to cure anger is to slow down. Here are 4 Proverbs that God has wisely given us for help when our temperature starts to rise. #1: Slow down and think how to best handle the situation. Proverbs 14:17 He that is soon angry dealeth

Christ-Centered Leadership Conference

If you're a Christian, you're a leader. Join us on April 24-26 for our 4th Annual Bible Conference that is themed: Christ-Centered Leadership. For more information, visit: https://pilgrimbaptist.church/bible-conference/

Rule-keepers & changing lanes

Sinful man has a way of using rules for selfish purposes. They may take advantage of those who find safety and security in keeping all the rules. Rule keepers tend to be people pleasers by nature. As a result, they may never ask some of these simple questions: * Are these

The Hypocrite's Web

Job 8:13-14 So are the paths of all that forget God; and the hypocrite's hope shall perish: Whose hope shall be cut off, and whose trust shall be a spider's web. The frail web of a spider can't hold much. Anyone can easily brush it away. It's just like