Wednesday Evening service at Calvary Baptist Pastor Tracy Puckett We are an old fashioned, Independent Missionary Baptist Church, with Holy Ghost, King James preaching, and spirit filled singing. We invite you to come and be a part of our church family. Our doors are always open, and we hope that you and your family will come and experience the love of God here at Calvary! "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD. (Psalm 122:1)"

The sermon explores the concept of excitement in evangelism by analyzing the Greek word for rejoice in Luke 1:47, which implies jumping for joy. It argues that believers should maintain a youthful energy and passion for sharing the gospel, drawing strength from Christ rather than relying on their own abilities. The message outlines ten key aspects of this excitement, including exalting God, practicing charity, walking in integrity, embracing new converts, and trusting in God's mercy and the promise of eternity. It addresses the challenge of rejection by citing Paul and Barnabas, emphasizing that the believer's role is to deliver the truth while the Holy Spirit performs the work of conviction. The sermon concludes with a call to action, urging the audience to view evangelism as an urgent and joyful responsibility to warn others and share the free gift of salvation.

The sermon examines the doctrine of the baptism of the Holy Spirit, distinguishing it from the separate experience often taught in charismatic circles. It argues that the biblical baptism of the Spirit occurs at salvation, indwelling the believer and washing away sin, rather than serving as a subsequent empowerment for special gifts. The speaker critiques the blurring of doctrinal lines that leads to false assumptions, using examples from cultural debates to illustrate how confusion can be manipulated. By analyzing Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians 12-13, the text posits that the sign gifts of the Spirit, such as tongues and prophecy, were necessary for the validation of the infant church but have ceased as the church matured into the fullness of Scripture. The presentation concludes that while the Holy Spirit remains active, the specific miraculous signs associated with the early church are no longer required for believers today.

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The sermon urges believers to remain steadfast in their faith amidst a darkening world by holding firmly to God's Word and rejecting political polarization. Drawing from Proverbs, the speaker emphasizes that spiritual integrity requires avoiding the paths of the wicked and focusing solely on vertical devotion to Christ rather than horizontal societal debates. The message highlights the promise that as global darkness increases, the light of the church will shine brighter, attracting those seeking truth during times of crisis. Believers are called to be lighthouse keepers who offer courage and hope through the power of the Holy Spirit, regardless of external threats or cultural pressure. Ultimately, the central appeal is for individuals to surrender their lives completely to God, asking Him to glorify His name through their faithful witness and transformed character.

This sermon provides an introductory study of Acts chapter one, emphasizing the historical value and supernatural evidence supporting Jesus' resurrection. The speaker details the 'infallible proofs' of Christ's physical return from the dead and distinguishes between water baptism and the subsequent baptism with the Holy Spirit. Attention is given to the ascension event and the angels' promise of Jesus' future return, while clarifying that the timing of this event remains solely under God's authority. The narrative concludes by examining the early church's gathering and the selection of Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot among the apostles.

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Justin Peters examines several claims made by Bill Johnson concerning the presence of God, the Holy Spirit's work in believers, Peter's shadow, miraculous healing, and "bringing heaven to earth." Opening Scripture in context, Justin contrasts vague spiritual claims with the clear teaching of God's Word and calls Christians to practice biblical discernment. For more from Justin Peters, visit his Servants of Grace page: https://servantsofgrace.org/justin-peters-sound-theology/ This episode first appeared on Justin's YouTube channel and is posted here with his permission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNbWniF07ys