Bethel Pulpit - Primitive Baptist Sermons

The Finished Work of Boaz (Ruth 4)

Elder Gowens delivered the fourth and final installment of the study in the Book of Ruth to our congregation on 2/21/16. Join us as we work through the narrative of Ruth 4, observing on our journey numerous rich parallels between Boaz and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Under His Sheltering Wing (Ruth 3)

In this 2/14/16 message in the series of sermons on the Book of Ruth, Elder Gowens explores the narrative of Ruth 3. This moving scene is not only an account of human love, but also of God's redeeming love. Here is a sequel to Eden, depicting God's grace in bringing a bride to her Redeemer.

Jehovah's Lovingkindness (Ruth 2)

This 2/7/16 sermon from Ruth 2 is Part 2 in the mini-series on the Book of Ruth by Elder Michael L. Gowens. Brother Gowens emphasizes one of the key words in the book of Ruth, as well as one of the most important terms in the Old Testament. The Hebrew word "hesed" is translated by the English terms "kindness, lovingkindness, faithfulness, mercy, merciful kindness" and more in the Old Testament. It suggests the thought of "covenant loyalty, or faithful love regardless of merit." Ruth 2 is an example of how God's lovingkindness to His people may overflow in blessing from their lives to touch the lives of others.

Ruth's Choice (Ruth 1)

Elder Gowens delivered this sermon from Ruth 1 to the congregation of Bethel Primitive Baptist Church on 1/31/16. This is a chapter of "choices," each of which has its own attending consequences. Study with our pastor as he gleans numerous practical lessons from the chapter, urging us, along the way, to choose commitment to the Lord and His people.

A Divine Eulogy

In this 1/24/16 sermon, Pastor Gowens highlights three New Testament texts: Ephesians 1:3, 2 Corinthians 1:3, and 1 Peter 1:3, each of which employs the same formula, i.e. "Blessed be God!" He insists that the Christian has ample reason to praise God for what He has done in the past, what He is doing in the present, and what He will do in the future.

Loving God's Word

This message by Michael L. Gowens was delivered to the Bethel PBC congregation on 1/17/16. It is based on the text in Psalm 119:97: "O how I love Thy law; it is my meditation all the day." Join our pastor as he leads us in a quest to reignite personal zeal and love for the word of God.

Seven Evidences of Grace

Elder Gowens begins this message by noticing the contrast between the Father's endorsement of Jesus as His "Son" in Mt. 3 and the devil's question of His sonship in Mt. 4. He proceeds to encourage the Bethel congregation to seek assurance by highlighting seven definitive evidences of salvation. This sermon was delivered on 1/10/16.

Preparing for Tomorrow's Battle

On this first Sunday of a new year, Pastor Gowens employs the story of Joshua's mysterious Visitor, as recorded in the narrative of Joshua 5:13 - 6:2, to teach four practical lessons as we stand on the threshold of the unknown tomorrow. This 1/3/16 message delivered to the congregation of Bethel Primitive Baptist Church is full of encouragement for believers who are trying to fight the good fight of faith.

Awaiting the Second Advent

In this 12/27/15 sermon, Elder Gowens emphasizes the importance of living expectantly in terms of the Redeemer's Glorious Return. He asks the questions: When will it be? What will it be like? How should this momentous event impact our lives now?

The Man of Our Hopes

Elder Gowens' message on 12/20/15 is based on the familiar prophecy of Isaiah 9:6-7. The sermon develops three points: The Man's Humanity; The Man's Deity; The Man's Lordship. Gowens focuses especially in this message on the thought of Christ bearing "the government on His shoulder."