The Third Word

Ever felt pushed out of your comfort zone into a place you didn't choose—a place of uncertainty, temptation, and struggle? Pastor Derek Cain explores how Jesus faced His own wilderness experience, not by accident, but by divine intention. From hunger and temptation to loneliness and self-doubt, the wilderness isn't punishment; it's revelation. It's the place where God strips away what we don't need and reveals who we truly are.

Join us as we journey through Luke 4:1-13, discovering how Jesus' 40 days in the desert isn't just a story about survival—it's about identity, dependence, and trust. Whether you're walking your own wilderness path right now or wondering what it means to move inward during Lent, this message is a powerful reminder: you're not alone. Jesus has been there too, and He walks beside us every step of the way.

In this special episode, Pastor Derek brings the beauty of spring to life as he reads Spring Sings by Ellie Holcomb, illustrated by Laura Ramos. As the season awakens with new life, this joyful story reminds us that every bird's song and every blooming flower is a reflection of God's love—making all things new. Join us in celebrating the hope and renewal found in creation’s song!

In this Transfiguration Sunday sermon, Pastor Derek takes us up the mountain with Peter, James, and John—and there we find more than just comfort or advice. We witness Jesus revealed in blazing glory, standing with Moses and Elijah, and hear a voice from heaven calling us to truly listen. It’s a moment that shakes our assumptions and transforms our faith, reminding us that God’s presence is far more powerful, far more real, than we ever dared imagine. Tune in to discover how an unexpected encounter with the living God changes not just our week, but our entire walk of faith.

In this short pondering, Pastor Derek reflects on his experience at a “Know Your Rights” presentation by Catholic Charities and the uncomfortable truths it revealed about privilege, fear, and the dehumanizing language that divides us. Confronted by the harsh realities faced by immigrant communities and the heartbreaking hostility from those claiming to follow Christ, Pastor Derek challenges us to reexamine our faith and our response to the stranger. With raw honesty and deep conviction, he explores how the Gospel calls us to radical love and justice, urging us to break our silence and stand in solidarity with our immigrant brothers and sisters.

Are we willing to be the kind of Christians that Jesus would recognize?

Listen now as we wrestle with the hard questions, push beyond comfort zones, and catch a glimpse of the Kingdom of God breaking through, right here, right now.

Ever wondered if Jesus really meant it when he said, “Love your enemies”? Join us in this worship service and hear this challenging sermon on Luke 6:27–38. Pastor Derek dives into the upside-down Kingdom Jesus proclaims, where loving the unlovable and giving without expectation aren’t lofty ideals—they’re the very heartbeat of God. Tune in and discover what it looks like to love, forgive, and live more like Jesus in a world that desperately needs His radical grace.

Ever wonder if our world’s definition of “success” lines up with God’s reality? In this sermon from Luke 6:17-26, Pastor Derek unpacks Jesus’ upside-down vision of blessing and warning—a Kingdom that challenges everything we think we know about riches, comfort, and what’s truly real. Get ready to see life, and the people around you, in a whole new way.

The Rev. Derek Cain proclaims ... If the gospel doesn’t surprise you, doesn’t disrupt you, doesn’t at least rattle you a bit, are you even paying attention?

The Rev. Derek Cain proclaims ... When a church exists for itself,  it eventually dies. But when a church gives itself away for the sake of the world, it truly begins to live.

Welcome toThe Third Word – a podcast of Third Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY! In this welcome episode, Pastor Derek Cain introduces what this podcast is all about—real sermons and conversations on faith, scripture, justice, and the messy, beautiful challenge of following Jesus. No easy answers, just good news worth talking about. Tune in and join the journey! 🎙️✝️ #TheThirdWord