Bethel Pulpit - Primitive Baptist Sermons

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."

Emmanuel: The Majesty & The Mercy

In this 12/13/15 sermon, Michael Gowens explores the significance of this prophetic, Messianic name. The text for the message is Matthew 1:23.

The Tie That Binds

In this 11/29/15 message based on Philippians 1:5, Michael Gowens explores the comprehensive concept of "fellowship" in the New Testament, making pastoral application of the principle to church life. In an increasingly detached and impersonal world, the importance of serving our Lord by serving His people in the church cannot be overstated.

An Attitude of Gratitude

Pastor Gowens message on 11/22/15 is based on Colossians 3:15-17. He discusses the priority of a thankful heart as well as several helps to maintaining such a spirit in daily life.

Paul's Eagerness to Preach the Gospel

This 11/8/15 sermon by Michael Gowens is based on Paul's three "I am" statements in Romans 1:14-16: "I am debtor...I am ready...I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ." Pastor Gowens challenges the hearers to ask themselves if they share Paul's enthusiasm for sharing the good news, for it is the most sublime message poor sinners will ever hear.

The Source of Spiritual Stability

This message by Elder Ronnie Loudermilk was delivered to the congregation of Bethel PBC on October 28, 2015. Expositing the passage in Philippians 4:4-19, Elder Loudermilk emphasizes the importance of "moderation," i.e. spiritual stability, and develops the thought that stability comes from focusing on Jesus Christ, who is our peace, our contentment, and our provider.

God's Great Faithfulness

An 11/1/15 message by Pastor Gowens taken from Lamentations 3:22-23. The faithfulness of God is the believer's sure hope of future blessedness and solid ground for present peace. This sermon develops the thought that God is faithful to His creation, His covenant, and His calling.