Vacation Bible School, VBS, at Brentwood Baptist is more than just a week of fun for children; it’s a profound opportunity for young hearts to encounter the Gospel. Last year alone, we witnessed the transformative power of God’s word in the lives of many, with over 1000 children attending and
The Journey Begins: Navigating the Whole Bible in 2024 In this episode of Sermon Notes, Jay Strother and guest Brian Ball discuss the importance of engaging with the Bible as they prepare to walk through the entire Bible in 2024. They emphasize that Bible engagement is not just about reading
The illustrious ancient biblical exegete Origen represents the traditional views of Christians and Jews in his firm faith that “the sacred books are not the compositions of men, but . . . composed by inspiration of the Holy Spirit.”[1] He infers that, as these books were inspired by God, it
How to Read The Bible | Week 1 Looking for ways to read and study the Bible? Pastor Jay Strother from The Church at Station Hill explains how he reads and studies the Bible on a weekly basis. Stop to pray, asking God to speak. Read Scripture slowly and carefully
The One Book That Speaks to Me How to Read The Bible | Week 2 What does it mean to read the Bible as a conversation? Pastor Matt Pearson from The Church at West Franklin unpacks the ways to talk with God and hear what He has to say to
This Will Make Your Heart Skip A Beat! How to Read The Bible | Week 4 How do you know when God moves on your heart? Pastor Wade Owens from The Church at Nolensville provides a few examples and shares how Scripture stirs our hearts to live fully for Christ.
The Best Story You’ll Ever Hear How to Read The Bible | Week 3 From beginning to end, the Bible tells the story of God as Creator. Pastor Brandon Owen from The Church at Harpeth Heights details the best ways to engage with the gospel story and shares a few
Although not the first teaching document of his pontificate, Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Gaudium sets forth his programmatic vision for the Church’s mission in its present moment.[1] The pope teaches here that the Church should have a strong missionary character and concern for evangelization. For Francis, these aspects find