Central Baptist Kannapolis, NC

What are you afraid of? In a world filled with uncertainty, fear can keep us from standing strong and doing what God has called us to do. In this message from II Timothy 1:7, we look at Paul's encouragement to Timothy and discover that God has not given believers a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.

Through this passage, we’re reminded that we can trust God to provide for our needs, rest in the assurance of Christ’s forgiveness, and face death with the victory we have through Jesus Christ. Rather than being controlled by fear, we can stand firm in the face of adversity through the gifts God has given us.

Listen and be encouraged to face your fears, trust in the Lord, and stand strong in your faith.

In a world filled with uncertainty, worry, and fear, where can we find lasting peace? In this message from John 14:27, Pastor Dean Hunter examines Jesus’ promise of peace to His disciples during a time of distress and confusion.

Discover the difference between the temporary peace the world offers and the authentic, abiding peace found in Jesus Christ. Through the presence of the Holy Spirit, believers can experience God’s peace even in the midst of life’s troubles.

No matter what you’re facing, remember the words of Jesus: “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

In “The Genesis of Grace,” Pastor Dean Hunter examines mankind’s sinful condition, God’s righteous judgment, and the amazing grace He provided through Noah. Discover why grace cannot be earned and how God has provided the ultimate way of salvation through Jesus Christ.

In this continuation of “The Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat,” Pastor Dean continues through Joshua 7 and examines how sin affects the believer’s daily walk with God. Discover the results of sin—including spiritual defeat, disrupted fellowship, lost joy, and weakened ministry—and the biblical remedy God provides through confession, forgiveness, and Christian community.

Israel’s defeat at Ai reveals a timeless truth: unconfessed sin can rob believers of the joy, peace, and victory God intends. Discover the reality of sin, its results, and the remedy found through confession and restored fellowship with Christ.

In this message from 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, Pastor Dean Hunter reminds us of the confident hope believers have in Christ. “Encouraging Expectations” looks at the promise of the Rapture, the resurrection of believers, and the joyful reunion we will have with loved ones and with the Lord.

In Matthew 24:36–44, Jesus points to the days of Noah as a warning about His return. People were preoccupied with life, unprepared for judgment, and unaware of what was coming.

We may not know when Jesus will return, but we know He is coming.

Are you ready?

What does it look like to live faithfully in a fallen world? In this message from 1 Peter 2:11–12, we’re reminded that our citizenship is in heaven, our conduct matters, and our testimony can point others to Christ. Even when we are misunderstood or opposed, how we live can make an eternal difference.

In John 1:43–51, Philip invites Nathanael to “come and see” Jesus. His invitation was born from faith and a personal encounter with Christ. Though Nathanael initially doubted, meeting Jesus changed everything. In this message, we are reminded that Jesus knows us completely, loves us deeply, and promises that those who follow Him will see greater things. If we have truly encountered Jesus, our response should be to invite others to come and see for themselves.

What happens when Jesus shows up? In Mark 2:1–10, we see the persistence of faithful friends, the desperate need of a paralyzed man, and the power of Jesus to forgive sins and change lives. This message reminds us to bring people to Jesus and trust Him to do what only He can do.