Matt Petty
Co-Host of Burnt Hickory | Sermons
Matt Petty has been leading church ministries since 1997 and has seen thousands of students and adults give their lives to Jesus and begin to serve God. Matt joined the Pastoral team of Burnt Hickory in July of 2001 as the Student Pastor.
For 18 years Matt has given leadership to the RADIATE students and staff team that walks with middle school, high school, and college-aged students here at Burnt Hickory. Matt has been a key leader in student ministry here in this community as well as in the state of Georgia and nation. His love of the next generation has been on display consistently within and outside the walls of Burnt Hickory.
Matt is a native of Cobb county, and one of his desires as Senior Pastor is to see all people of his home in West Cobb and Paulding County know Jesus, serve Jesus, and for the church to be a place of love and healing that Burnt Hickory has been since its beginning.
Matt is married to his college love, Melissa, and has two boys Blake and Dalton. If not doing ministry at BHBC, you can usually find the Petty family on a sports field somewhere in Georgia or enjoying all things outdoors. Matt has a Bachelor's Degree from the University of West Georgia in Business Finance, and Masters from Liberty University in Theology.
Matt Petty has hosted 250 Episodes.
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When the Heat Gets Turned Up | Thriving in Babylon
Episode | August 16th, 2026 | 42 mins 33 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, christian convictions, christian living, church, daniel 3, faith, fiery furnace, preaching, scripture, sermon, shadrach meshach and abednego, thriving in babylon, trials, trusting god
What happens when standing for God means standing against everyone around you?
Daniel 3 follows Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as they refuse to bow to Nebuchadnezzar's golden image, even when it means facing the fiery furnace. Their story shows us what it looks like to live with settled convictions, trust God regardless of the outcome, and experience His presence when the heat gets turned up.
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Crisis to Christ
Episode | August 9th, 2026 | 40 mins 28 secs
baptist, bible, bible prophecy, bible teaching, christian living, church, daniel 2, faith, godly wisdom, kingdom of god, prayer, preaching, scripture, sermon, thriving in babylon, trusting god
What happens when the crisis in front of you is bigger than your ability to solve it?
Daniel 2 shows us how to respond with wisdom, courage, community, prayer, and trust in God. From Daniel’s impossible situation to Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of kingdoms that rise and fall, this message points us toward the one Kingdom that will stand forever.
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Uncompromised, Different, Blessed | Thriving In Babylon
Episode | August 2nd, 2026 | 42 mins 49 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, biblical worldview, christian identity, christian living, church, church sermon, daniel 1, faith, holiness, preaching, scripture, sermon
How can Christians stay faithful in a culture that opposes biblical values?
This sermon from Daniel 1 explores what it means to thrive in today's Babylon by standing firm in your faith, living with conviction, and trusting God even when following Him comes at a cost.
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Standing Strong | Father's Day 2026
Episode | June 21st, 2026 | 38 mins 44 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, biblical manhood, christian living, church, church sermon, faith, fatherhood, leadership, preaching, scripture, sermon, spiritual warfare
What does it mean to stand strong in your faith?
This Father's Day message explores biblical manhood, spiritual warfare, and the call to stand firm in Christ. Through 1 Corinthians 16 and 1 Peter 5, this sermon offers practical encouragement for resisting spiritual attacks and leading with faith, humility, and courage.
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Childlike Faith | VBS Celebration 2026
Episode | June 14th, 2026 | 40 mins 3 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, childlike faith, christian living, church, church sermon, faith, mark 10, preaching, scripture, sermon, spiritual growth, trust
What does childlike faith really look like?
This sermon from Mark 10 explores Jesus' invitation to receive the kingdom of God like a child and challenges us to trust Him with radical trust, total dependence, and humble surrender.
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Jesus Is My Lord and I Am NOT ASHAMED | Baptism Sunday 2026
Episode | May 24th, 2026 | 29 mins 8 secs
baptism, baptist, bible, bible teaching, christian living, church, church sermon, faith, gospel, jesus, preaching, salvation, scripture, sermon
What is baptism really about?
This sermon explores the meaning of believers baptism, why Jesus commanded it, and how baptism publicly declares the new life we have in Christ. Through scripture and practical teaching, this message points to obedience, freedom, and faith in Jesus.
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God Calls, Our Role Is to Say Yes
Episode | May 17th, 2026 | 32 mins 37 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, calling, christian living, church, church sermon, faith, isaiah 6, jesus, preaching, purpose, scripture, sermon
God calls people who are willing to surrender.
In this sermon from Isaiah 6, we walk through Isaiah’s encounter with God and what it means to respond with, “Here am I. Send me.” This message explores God’s holiness, repentance, purpose, and the challenge of saying yes when God calls.
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Faith, Surrender & Joy
Episode | May 10th, 2026 | 44 mins 49 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, burnt hickory sermon, christian sermon, church, faith encouragement, mother’s day message, preaching, scripture, sermon, spiritual growth, surrender to god, trusting god
Faith grows when surrender replaces control. This Mother’s Day message reminds us that God meets us in every season and offers lasting joy through trusting Him.
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Missions, Rome, and the End (Kinda) | To the Ends of The Earth
Episode | April 26th, 2026 | 44 mins 24 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, burnt hickory sermon, christian sermon, church, church message, discipleship, evangelism, faith and purpose, preaching, scripture, sermon, spiritual growth
The mission does not end with Paul. It continues with us. This message challenges us to live with purpose and take every opportunity to point people to Jesus.
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Living in God’s Power in Trials | To the Ends of the Earth
Episode | April 19th, 2026 | 33 mins 28 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, burnt hickory sermon, christian sermon, church, discipleship, faith encouragement, perseverance, preaching, scripture, sermon, spiritual growth, trusting god
When life feels uncertain, faith is revealed in how we respond. This message shows how to trust God and walk in His power through trials.
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Remember Me | To the Ends of the Earth
Episode | April 12th, 2026 | 35 mins 46 secs
baptist, bible, bible teaching, burnt hickory sermon, christian sermon, church, discipleship, faith and obedience, gospel message, leadership, preaching, scripture, sermon, spiritual growth
What will people say about your life when it is over? This message from Acts 20 challenges us to live with faithfulness, purpose, and a clear sense of calling.
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You Can Bet Your Whole Life on It | Easter 2026
Episode | April 4th, 2026 | 33 mins 41 secs
baptist, bible, burnt hickory, church, easter, faith podcast, hope in christ, new life, preaching, resurrection, salvation, scripture, sermon, victory over death
The resurrection changes everything. In Luke 24, we see how the empty tomb proves that Jesus has redeemed our past, gives us power for today, and secures our future.