Kirby Woods Podcast

Kirby Woods Podcast

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Kirby Woods Podcast episodes

  • Felix the Fence Sitter (Acts 24)

    Paul is brought before Felix, the Roman governor of Judea in Caesarea, who exemplifies a classic fence-sitter. While Felix displays curiosity about the gospel, he ultimately refrains from committing. 
    Preached by Jared Kress on April 6th, 2025. 
    Series: "Church on Trial, The Book of Acts." 
    Primary Text: Acts 24. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

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    45 min
  • Prudent Providence (Acts 22:22-23:23)

    In a dire situation facing death, the Apostle Paul is willing to apply principles of prudence and shrewdness for the Kingdom while also trusting God's providence. 
    Preached by Jared Kress on March 30th, 2025. 
    Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts 
    Primary Text: Acts 22:22-23:23. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

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    42 min
  • What's Holding You Back? (Acts 21:37-22:23)

    The people listening to Paul's testimony were in up to the point he mentioned the word, Gentile. What in your life is keeping you back from Christ? What's holding you up from following him, whether that be salvation or what he calls you to as a follower? 
    Preached by Caleb Richardson on March 23rd, 2025. 
    Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts. 
    Primary Text: Acts 21:37-22:23. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

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    32 min
  • Paul’s Last Day as a Free Man (Acts 21:17-36)

    The Apostle Paul arrives in Jerusalem and does everything possible to address the concerns of his Jewish countrymen. Despite his best efforts, he once again becomes the target of a riot and is taken into custody.  
    Preached by Jared Kress on March 16th, 2025. 
    Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts 
    Primary Text: Acts 21:17-36. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

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    42 min
  • Frowning Providence, Smiling Face (Acts 21:1-16)

    Those in Paul’s life unite around the same refrain: “Don’t go to Jerusalem.” Yet, Paul remained undeterred, sensing a divine mission from God to return to the holy city, which would trigger the events of the remainder of Acts. 
    Preached by Jared Kress on March 9th, 2025. 
    Series: Church on Trial, The Book of Acts 
    Primary Text: Acts 21:1-16. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

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    Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

    41 min
  • Off Script Ep.78: Christianity’s US Decline Halted?

    Pastor Jared, Dillon, and Caleb react to the recent survey data which suggests the free fall in American Christianity has leveled off. 

    Read the article: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/us/christianity-us-religious-study-pew.html?searchResultPosition=3

    Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. 

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    37 min
  • Mark #7: Self-Controlled

    Self-control is an important mark of maturity because it enables you to live in a way that pleases God, rather than being held captive by your fleeting feelings and passions. The ability to forgo immediate gratification for a long-term reward is fundamental to following Jesus.
    Preached by Jared Kress on March 2nd, 2025. 
    Primary Text: Selected Passages. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

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    44 min
  • Off Script Ep.77: Wheaton’s Weakness

    Pastor Jared discusses the recent decision from Wheaton College to withdraw public support from one of their alumni who was appointed to a prestigious government position. 

    Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. 

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    16 min
  • Mark #6: A Giver

    Since selfishness is a significant sign of immaturity, generosity is a key indicator of maturity. A heart inclined toward giving shows that one has transitioned from childhood to adulthood, both physically and spiritually. 
    Preached by Jared Kress on February 23rd, 2025. 
    Primary Text: Selected Passages. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

    Follow us online! 
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    Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

    37 min
  • Mark #5: Spiritually Disciplined

    Being spiritually disciplined is a mark of maturity as it emphasizes the pursuit of godliness and closeness to God, even though this journey may not always be easy or natural. A relationship with God requires a disciplined approach to be fruitful and meaningful. 
    Preached by Jared Kress on February 16th, 2025. 
    Primary Text: Selected Passages. 

    Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. 

    Follow us online! 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis 
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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods 
    Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

    48 min

About Kirby Woods Podcast

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Welcome to the podcast of Kirby Woods Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. Our Senior Pastor is Jared Kress. Here, you can listen to the weekly sermon audio of the latest messages from the pulpit, as…