The Ashland St. Pulpit

In this special episode, our church celebrates Friend Day with the ministry and music of Golden State Baptist College from Santa Clara, CA.

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Main Texts:

• Proverbs 22:28
• 1 Kings 2:1, 8–9, 36–46

Intro: The Origin of Phrases

• “Honeymoon” – From mead given after marriage.
• “Bite the Bullet” – Soldiers enduring pain without anesthesia.
• “Give Someone the Cold Shoulder” – Guests who overstayed their welcome in the Middle Ages were served cold leftovers like a shoulder of mutton.
• “Don’t Cross the Line” – Originated from physical boundaries drawn on land or in sports; evolved to mean moral/spiritual boundaries.

Proverbs 22:28 – Remove Not the Ancient Landmark

• Historical Context: Stones marked tribal and family lands in Israel.
• Spiritual Significance:
  • 🪧 Provision – Trust in God’s placement.
  • 💎 Promise – Treasure of God's covenant.
  • 📈 Power – Track record of God’s faithfulness.

The Ancient Landmarks Represent:

1. 🕯️ Memorial of Remembrance
2. 🔥 Monument to Revival
3. 📖 Miraculously Relevant Truths

Illustration from 1 Kings 2:1, 8–9, 36–46 – The Story of Shimei

• Shimei was shown mercy by Solomon—given life on one condition: don’t leave Jerusalem (don’t cross the line).
• He eventually broke that condition, and it cost him his life.

Three Things Shimei Could Have Said

1. “I’ve Been Faithful” (v.39)

• Years of obedience don’t erase one act of rebellion.
• Quote: “By breaking his oath to God and Solomon, the old curser of David cursed himself.”
• Key Point: Past faithfulness does not guarantee present obedience.
• ✝️ We don’t work for God's love or favor—we work from the Cross.
  • Guard your testimony
  • Guard your sanctification
  • Stay in bounds

2. “It’s Not That Far” (v.40)

• Geography may have seemed insignificant—but obedience matters.
• Historical Note: Shimei could’ve possibly gone to Gath without crossing Kidron, but intent still broke the king's command.
• 🔑 Application: When you're tempted to compromise—go talk to the King (God) before crossing the line.

3. “What About Forgiveness?” (v.41–43)

• David had forgiven.
• Solomon had given a second chance.
• But willful disobedience leads to judgment.
• ❗Grace should lead to gratitude, not presumption.

Conclusion

• Solomon removed those whose hearts were not loyal—then came peace.
• ✝️ Likewise, we experience peace when we remove what opposes Christ’s reign in our hearts.

“I have decided—I will not cross the line.”

🔹 INTRO:

• Ashland Street is an Independent Fundamental Baptist Church
• I’m a Baptist by heritage, history, and choice
• Not just a label—it’s about biblical conviction

What Makes Us Baptist?

Let’s walk through the B-A-P-T-I-S-T acrostic:

B – Biblical Authority

📖 2 Timothy 3:16–17

• The Bible is our final authority
• We believe in the fundamentals: Deity of Christ, Virgin Birth, Blood Atonement, Resurrection, Inerrancy, Trinity
• We have a perfect Bible

A – Autonomy of the Local Church

📖 Acts 20:28

• Self-governed under Christ—not ruled by a denomination
• Our Headquarters is Heaven

P – Priesthood of the Believer

📖 1 Peter 2:9

• No priest needed—we have direct access to God through Jesus

T – Two Ordinances

• Baptism (Acts 2:41) and The Lord’s Supper (1 Cor. 11:26)
• Both are for believers only—pictures of our faith

I – Individual Soul Liberty

📖 Romans 14:12

• Every person is accountable to God
• We teach truth—but no one can be forced to believe

S – Separation & Holiness

📖 2 Cor. 6:14, 1 Peter 1:16

• We’re called to be different—to reflect God’s holiness

T – Two Church Offices

📖 Philippians 1:1

• Pastor and Deacon—servant leaders in the church

CLOSING:

• Why the label “Independent Baptist”? → Labels matter—especially when they identify biblical doctrine
• We’re not just Baptist by name—we’re Baptist by the Book
• Let’s stay faithful to Christ and His Word

🏛️ “The church is still the pillar and ground of the truth.”

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🔹 INTRO

• John the Baptist: a bold preacher of repentance and deliverance
• He confronted sin—even when it cost him
• In John 8, religious leaders were ready to kill a woman in adultery but ignored Herod’s sin
• Now, John is in the dungeon for speaking the truth

🔸 1. Repentance Was Offered (v. 3)

• John preached truth to power—even to Herod
• His message didn’t change, even when the audience was dangerous
• Real preaching offers deliverance, not comfort

🔸 2. Revenge Was Desired

• The Wicked Queen (Herodias) nursed a grudge
• The Worldly Party (v. 6) created an atmosphere of sin
• The Woman’s Trick (v. 8)—Herodias used her daughter to trap Herod

🔸 3. Regret Was Certain (v. 7)

• Herod made a foolish vow
• He silenced the voice of God in his life
• Luke 23:7—Herod later mocks Jesus, showing no repentance

🔸 4. Real Faith Is Seen (v. 12)

• John's disciples buried his body and carried on
• Faith is seen in what we do—even when all seems lost
• John fulfilled his calling: “He must increase, but I must decrease.”

CLOSING THOUGHTS:

• John’s mission was finished—he faithfully prepared the way for Christ
• Faithfulness often brings persecution, not popularity
• The world rejects Christ—and His messengers
• But we must stay faithful, as John did, even to the end

Let’s remain bold in truth, faithful in calling, and humble in spirit.

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In this episode, we pick up the story of the Exodus following the events of the Passover.

Read Exodus 13 as we study the thought...

'' When the Children ask''

1. God is Powerful

Exodus 13:14

“By the strength of hand the Lord brought us out…”

• He parts waters, levels walls, wins battles.
• He’s still doing the miraculous today.
• God makes a way when there is no way.
  1. God Will Always Provide

Exodus 13:15

“The Lord slew all the firstborn… I sacrifice to the Lord…”

• God made provision through the lamb for His people.
• “But all the firstborn of my children I redeem” — a picture of grace and substitution.
  1. God Has Purpose

Exodus 13:16

“It shall be for a token upon thine hand…”

Deuteronomy 11:18

• God’s commands are not to be forgotten—they’re to be seen, remembered, and obeyed.
• God leads His people — Exodus 13:21-22 — “And the Lord went before them…”

🎵 “He leadeth me, O blessed thought…”

Free with Purpose

“There are two freedoms—the false, where a man is free to do what he likes; and the true, where a man is free to do what he ought.” — Charles Kingsley

• Israel struggled with both.
• We still struggle today.
• Freedom is not a toy, it’s a tool. Use it to follow God’s will, not indulge your own.

Close: A Cautionary Tale

1929 Rose Bowl — Roy “Wrong Way” Riegels

• Make sure you are going the right way and teaching other to follow that way.

In this episode, we welcome guest speaker Bro. Tim Wall, a faithful servant with Macedonia Baptist Missions. Bro. Wall has dedicated many years to church planting, including his work establishing a church in the state of Washington.

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God was not just delivering Israel from Egypt, but bringing them to Himself. The Passover marked a new beginning—a time of redemption by God's righteousness.

I. The Lamb Was Chosen – Exodus 12:3

• Chosen specifically by God.
• Jesus is the Chosen of God (Luke 23:35; 1 Peter 2:4).
• He fulfilled Isaiah 53: “as a lamb to the slaughter.”

II. The Lamb Was Choice – Exodus 12:5

• A lamb without blemish—pure and perfect.
• Christ was sinless (1 Peter 1:19; Hebrews 4:15).
• Only a spotless Savior could take our place.

III. The Lamb Was to Cover – Exodus 12:7, 21–27

• The Lamb had to be slain (1 Cor. 5:7).
• The blood had to be applied—personally and publicly.
• Salvation came when the blood was on the door.

Final Thought: Christ is our Passover Lamb—chosen, perfect, and slain. But His blood must be personally applied to your heart.

“Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” – John 1:29

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This special Mother's Day episode highlights how the story of Samuel and his mother Hannah shows that the future of a nation begins in the home—and the home begins with the heart of a godly mother.

Lessons from a Godly Mother:

• She Taught Him to Pray (1 Sam. 1:9-11, 27-28; 3:19) When worship is present, prayer is powerful. Moms, it’s your joy and privilege to teach your children to pray and worship.
• She Taught Him to Keep Promises (1 Sam. 1:24-28) Hannah kept her vow to the Lord. Godly moms model integrity and faithfulness.
• She Taught Him to Praise (1 Sam. 2:1-10) Don’t just pray—praise! Hannah’s song of praise reminds us that answered prayer deserves wholehearted gratitude.
• She Taught Him about God’s Promotion (1 Sam. 2:18-21) God gives more than we could ever gain on our own. Trust in His provision and timing.

Final Thought:

A mother carries a child for 9 months—but her lessons last a lifetime.

Will others remember the lessons you taught them?

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"The Message of John the Baptist"

Text: John 1:19-29

Introduction:

• He had an Amazing Promise
  • Luke 1:15a – “For he shall be great in the sight of the Lord”
• He had an Astonishing Pattern
  • John 1:19-23 – John identifies himself as “the voice of one crying in the wilderness”
• He had an Advancing Program
  • Baptism ministry

➡️ Last week: Focused on the ministry of John the Baptist ➡️ This episode: Focus on the message of John the Baptist

1️⃣ A Christ-Centered Message (John 1:19-29)

• The Prophecy:
  • “Behold the Lamb of God” — speaks of forgiveness
• The Preferred:
  • John 1:30 – “This is he of whom I said, After me cometh a man which is preferred before me: for he was before me.”
• The Picture:
  • Baptizing (John 1:30-33) — a symbol of Christ’s coming work
• He kept Proclaiming:
  • John 1:36 – “Behold the Lamb of God”

2️⃣ A Conviction-Filled Message (Mark 6:18-19)

• John called for repentance – but people got offended when he named their sin
• In a world of:
  • Weak Pulpits: No bold stand against sin
  • Worldly Practices:
    • Effeminate influence in dress, manner, doctrine
    • 1 Cor. 11:14 – “It is a shame for a man to have long hair”
  • Withered Convictions:
    • Double-minded and unstable (James 1:8)

Application: We need bold, conviction-filled preaching today

3️⃣ A Message Concerned with Humility (John 3:30)

• “He must increase, but I must decrease.”
  • Two musts: One for Jesus, one for me
  • Both are necessary for spiritual success

Closing Thoughts:

• John’s message was powerful because he made it about Jesus, not himself
• He preached Christ as Savior
• He preached against sin because he hated sin like Jesus did
• He humbled himself as Jesus humbled Himself

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Ashland St Baptist Church Podcast Notes Heroes Sunday Title: The Bible’s First Responder Text: Mark 2:1-3

Intro: Today we honor real-life heroes—and see how four friends became heroes of faith by getting a helpless man to Jesus.

I. The Hearers (Mark 2:1-2) "It was noised that he was in the house." Jesus looks for:

• An Open Heart
• An Open Hand
• An Open Home

II. The Helpless (Mark 2:3) The paralyzed man:

• Couldn’t get to Jesus
• Couldn’t help himself
• Only Jesus could save him

Romans 5:6-10 – Christ died for us when we were helpless.

III. The Helpers (Mark 2:3) Four friends = Four qualities:

1. Prayer
2. Compassion (Jude 22)
3. Faith
4. Determination (Story: Boy buys Bible for his friend)

IV. The Hang-Ups (Mark 2:4) Obstacles:

• The Crowd
• The Cry
• The Cover (roof!)

V. The Healer (Mark 2:5-12)

• Jesus received the man
• He honored their faith
• He forgave sins (Only God can do this) Corrie Ten Boom’s story of forgiveness shows the power of Christ’s healing.

Close: "We never saw it on this fashion." We’ve never seen anything like what Jesus can do. Heroes respond—and Jesus responds back.

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