Burnt Hickory | Sermons

The Sermon on the Mount | The Model Prayer

Episode  |  June 13th, 2021  |  50 mins 5 secs

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In the sermon on the mount in Matthew 6, Jesus gives his disciples a model prayer to follow because they asked him. Jesus shares that we aren’t to pray like hypocrites as others see or hear, but that it’s a personal time between us and God the Father. What we learn through this passage is that prayer is not a way for us to use God to get what we want, or a way to impress God through our faith and actions, but a way for us to be transformed instead. If we follow Jesus’ example of prayer, we are promised that God will hear us.

The Sermon on the Mount | Matters of the Heart

Episode  |  June 6th, 2021  |  42 mins 41 secs

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The purpose of the sermon on the mount was Jesus challenging us as believers to fully live pursuing the Kingdom of Heaven, and not the temporary kingdom of this world. He did this by showing us in scripture, that it’s a heart matter, not about checking lists or following the law and commandments perfectly. Pastor Marty takes us further into the sermon on the mount in Matthew chapter 5, verses 17-20 and show us that we are in need of a new heart. One that Jesus gives us. Our salvation comes because of Jesus’ finished work on the cross, and through our faith in Him as savior.

Some of the principles we learn today center around all scripture being inspired by God – as in breathed out by Him through men, and that every word of scripture is meant to lead us to Jesus. If you have questions about who Jesus is, and why He is so important, then make sure you reach out and let us know. We’d love to help you discover hope in God and find your purpose in this life. - https://www.burnthickory.com/next-steps/accept-jesus-christ/

The Sermon on the Mount | Salt & Light

Episode  |  May 30th, 2021  |  32 mins 38 secs

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As we dive deeper in the sermon on the mount, Pastor Eli takes us through Matthew 5:13-16. We learn that salt is both a preservative and seasoning, but it was also used as a medicinal purifier and was valuable as currency. As we live out our lives, we are to effect and affect people around us for Christ just as salt was a part of culture. Light dispels darkness and exposes hidden sin. Light also brings sustaining life, so our life should reflect these attributes of Jesus as well.
Jesus also wants our identity to be rooted in Him, and as we see in this passage, how we live matters a lot. We are called to be a bright light in a dark place, and we are to be useful and bring flavor like salt to those around us. Our courage, hopefulness, cheerfulness, and kindness should impact everyone we come in contact with.
If you have questions about how Jesus can save you today, or what your next step is in your faith, then reach out to us at www.burnthickory.com/next.

The Sermon on the Mount | Blessed Kingdom Followers

Episode  |  May 23rd, 2021  |  46 mins 3 secs

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What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.
What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.
What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.
What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.
What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.
What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.
What does it mean to be blessed, meek, merciful, or righteous? How are we supposed to be happy in life? We study in scripture as Jesus taught next to the Sea of Galilee, He laid out a set of a challenges that each come with a promise. These are known as the beatitudes. Happiness begins when we see our emptiness and receive God’s fullness.

To be broken hearted and meek may seem like a disadvantage, but as we mourn, we are promised comfort and we’ll see the kingdom of God. These beatitudes are also a way to measure how we are reflecting God’s glory, as well as a flashlight to bring vision to our lives. We are excited to be digging into the sermon on the mount beyond just the beatitudes, so make sure you tune in next Sunday.

The Heart of Compassion | Making an Impact in Kibera Kenya

Episode  |  May 16th, 2021  |  43 mins 32 secs

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It’s a special Sunday at Burnt Hickory where we get to celebrate our relationship with Peter, our mission partner from Kenya, as well as surprise him with a financial gift that will establish our footprint for generations in Kibera. Burnt Hickory has been generously giving towards the Kenya Ministry Center, and God has blessed that gift in the form of being able to purchase the land, build the center, and even furnish this church plant and missions headquarters in Kenya.

The model of momma Hannah’s faith

Episode  |  May 9th, 2021  |  44 mins 3 secs

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As we celebrate our mothers and mother figures this Sunday, pastor Matt takes a few minutes to discuss the wonder and wisdom of motherhood with a few godly women of Burnt Hickory. We also can learn about faith practically lived out by studying Hannah in 1 Samuel 10. We see that our children are not our own, but they are God’s, and our job as parents is to unfold what He has made.

Shipwrecks In The Shallows

Episode  |  May 2nd, 2021  |  36 mins 6 secs

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Pastor Chip picks up the story of Elijah after the great showdown on the mountain, when God showed His power. Elijah’s life is threatened by one of Jezebel’s messengers, and Elijah becomes afraid and runs away to hide and even asks God to end his life. We see how a strong faith can be shipwrecked by not relying on God.

One True God

Episode  |  April 25th, 2021  |  40 mins 14 secs

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We are always worshiping something; you can’t turn it off. The real question to consider is “what” are you worshiping? As we dig into 1 Kings, we see that people where worshiping false gods and idols, and Pastor Matt shows us that in reality, we aren’t that different. Our idols look different than in the days of Elijah, but we are still trying to replace God’s rightful place in our hearts with objects, ideas, and people.

The Power of One Act of Obedience

Episode  |  April 18th, 2021  |  43 mins 57 secs

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You may never know how one small obedient act will impact eternity. The widow in 1 Kings is a perfect example of God’s plan in action as a part of a larger narrative. We learn today, that when we trust God and give Him our all, we grow personally, and it paves the way for others to come to faith also.

Why Baptism?

Episode  |  April 11th, 2021  |  40 mins 24 secs

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Baptism is the public symbol that you are believing in Jesus, receiving His saving work as your own, and publicly declaring to others that you are His follower. As we look at scripture today, Pastor Matt shows us a few misconceptions about baptism, and why it’s a crucial part of faith in Jesus.