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    <title>Burnt Hickory | Sermons - Episodes Tagged with “Divine Purpose”</title>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <description>Our mission is to reach everyone around us with the hope of Christ. We are a church founded on building strong families focused on impacting our community.
We want to show and receive God’s love to those around us, and we live that out practically everyday. We strive to bring hope by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of everyone we come in contact with. We love fiercely—like a family, because everyone is included and our Father loves us all. We’re building biblical community by seeking God’s Word, believing in His promises, and applying what we learn everyday.
Our hope is that you and your family find a home with us where you can learn, grow, live, and thrive in Christ Jesus. We’re a multi-generational church with something to offer everyone in your family. Join us for a Sunday morning worship service, and take the next step in your journey with us!
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    <itunes:subtitle>Love | Hope | Family | Community</itunes:subtitle>
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    <itunes:summary>Our mission is to reach everyone around us with the hope of Christ. We are a church founded on building strong families focused on impacting our community.
We want to show and receive God’s love to those around us, and we live that out practically everyday. We strive to bring hope by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of everyone we come in contact with. We love fiercely—like a family, because everyone is included and our Father loves us all. We’re building biblical community by seeking God’s Word, believing in His promises, and applying what we learn everyday.
Our hope is that you and your family find a home with us where you can learn, grow, live, and thrive in Christ Jesus. We’re a multi-generational church with something to offer everyone in your family. Join us for a Sunday morning worship service, and take the next step in your journey with us!
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  <title>No One is Too Far for the Messiah | Come and See</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Discover how Jesus intentionally pursues those society rejects through the powerful encounter at Jacob's well. In this transformative message from John 4, learn six core characteristics of Jesus that reveal His heart for outcasts and His power to transform lives. From a Samaritan woman's journey from rejection to purpose, see how no one is too far from God's transforming grace.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description> "No One is Too Far for the Messiah" - Come and See Series
Through the remarkable encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well, we discover six transformative characteristics of Jesus that shape our understanding of His mission and heart:
°Jesus STEPS into places others avoid to reach those who need Him
° He FULLY feels what we feel and understands our struggles
° He purposefully spends time with the LOST to share His love
° He often SAVES people rejected by others
° He reaches into the DEPTHS of our lives to heal us from the inside out
° He INVITES us into a life of joy, purpose, and kingdom impact
Key Scripture: John 4:1-39 (https://www.bible.com/bible/111/JHN.4.NIV)
This message challenges our perception of Jesus and reminds us that what we truly believe about Him shapes every part of who we are. Through this divine encounter, witness how Jesus crosses cultural, social, and religious barriers to reach those society has rejected. See how one conversation transformed not just a woman's life, but an entire community.
Speaker: Matt Petty
Series: Come and See
Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7)
Connect with us:
° Watch this sermon on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5qNVpUktwI)
° Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome)
° Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/)
° Visit our website (https://www.burnthickory.com/)
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<p>Through the remarkable encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob&#39;s well, we discover six transformative characteristics of Jesus that shape our understanding of His mission and heart:<br>
°Jesus STEPS into places others avoid to reach those who need Him<br>
° He FULLY feels what we feel and understands our struggles<br>
° He purposefully spends time with the LOST to share His love<br>
° He often SAVES people rejected by others<br>
° He reaches into the DEPTHS of our lives to heal us from the inside out<br>
° He INVITES us into a life of joy, purpose, and kingdom impact</p>

<p>Key Scripture: <a href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/JHN.4.NIV" rel="nofollow">John 4:1-39</a></p>

<p>This message challenges our perception of Jesus and reminds us that what we truly believe about Him shapes every part of who we are. Through this divine encounter, witness how Jesus crosses cultural, social, and religious barriers to reach those society has rejected. See how one conversation transformed not just a woman&#39;s life, but an entire community.</p>

<p>Speaker: Matt Petty<br>
Series: Come and See<br>
Location: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7" rel="nofollow">Burnt Hickory Baptist Church</a></p>

<p>Connect with us:<br>
° Watch this sermon on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5qNVpUktwI" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a><br>
° Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a><br>
° Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a><br>
° Visit our <a href="https://www.burnthickory.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>&quot;No One is Too Far for the Messiah&quot; - Come and See Series</p>

<p>Through the remarkable encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at Jacob&#39;s well, we discover six transformative characteristics of Jesus that shape our understanding of His mission and heart:<br>
°Jesus STEPS into places others avoid to reach those who need Him<br>
° He FULLY feels what we feel and understands our struggles<br>
° He purposefully spends time with the LOST to share His love<br>
° He often SAVES people rejected by others<br>
° He reaches into the DEPTHS of our lives to heal us from the inside out<br>
° He INVITES us into a life of joy, purpose, and kingdom impact</p>

<p>Key Scripture: <a href="https://www.bible.com/bible/111/JHN.4.NIV" rel="nofollow">John 4:1-39</a></p>

<p>This message challenges our perception of Jesus and reminds us that what we truly believe about Him shapes every part of who we are. Through this divine encounter, witness how Jesus crosses cultural, social, and religious barriers to reach those society has rejected. See how one conversation transformed not just a woman&#39;s life, but an entire community.</p>

<p>Speaker: Matt Petty<br>
Series: Come and See<br>
Location: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7" rel="nofollow">Burnt Hickory Baptist Church</a></p>

<p>Connect with us:<br>
° Watch this sermon on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5qNVpUktwI" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a><br>
° Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a><br>
° Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a><br>
° Visit our <a href="https://www.burnthickory.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Will You Follow Him? | Come and See</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Explore Jesus's first encounters with His disciples and discover how His invitation to 'come and see' still transforms lives today. A powerful message about authentic faith no matter where you are in your faith journey.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>What does it really mean to follow Jesus? Through John Chapter 1, verses 35-51, we discover how Jesus's first disciples responded to His call - not with perfect understanding, but with willing hearts. This message explores how Jesus meets us in our questions, knows us completely, and invites us into authentic relationship. 
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    <![CDATA[<p>What does it really mean to follow Jesus? Through John Chapter 1, verses 35-51, we discover how Jesus&#39;s first disciples responded to His call - not with perfect understanding, but with willing hearts. This message explores how Jesus meets us in our questions, knows us completely, and invites us into authentic relationship.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>What does it really mean to follow Jesus? Through John Chapter 1, verses 35-51, we discover how Jesus&#39;s first disciples responded to His call - not with perfect understanding, but with willing hearts. This message explores how Jesus meets us in our questions, knows us completely, and invites us into authentic relationship.</p>]]>
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  <title>The Love of God | Christmas at Burnt Hickory</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Burnt Hickory</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Discover how God's love is revealed through Mary's story - from divine calling to faithful response. Experience the power of saying 'yes' to God's plan.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:00</itunes:duration>
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  <description>This Christmas message explores the profound truth that the birth of Christ is the ultimate expression of God's love. Through Mary's extraordinary encounter with God, Pastor Matt Petty reveals five transformative truths about divine love:
• God's love knows us intimately - even a humble teenage girl in Nazareth
• His power manifests in unexpected ways - turning ordinary moments into divine appointments
• His mercy extends beyond generations - from Abraham to Mary to us today
• He lifts up the humble heart - choosing those the world overlooks
• He faithfully keeps every promise - proving that no word from God will ever fail
Through Mary's courageous response, we learn that true faith isn't about our worthiness but about saying "yes" to God's love. This message challenges us to move beyond seasonal celebrations to experience the transformative power of divine love that changes everything. 
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    <![CDATA[<p>This Christmas message explores the profound truth that the birth of Christ is the ultimate expression of God&#39;s love. Through Mary&#39;s extraordinary encounter with God, Pastor Matt Petty reveals five transformative truths about divine love:</p>

<p>• God&#39;s love knows us intimately - even a humble teenage girl in Nazareth<br>
• His power manifests in unexpected ways - turning ordinary moments into divine appointments<br>
• His mercy extends beyond generations - from Abraham to Mary to us today<br>
• He lifts up the humble heart - choosing those the world overlooks<br>
• He faithfully keeps every promise - proving that no word from God will ever fail</p>

<p>Through Mary&#39;s courageous response, we learn that true faith isn&#39;t about our worthiness but about saying &quot;yes&quot; to God&#39;s love. This message challenges us to move beyond seasonal celebrations to experience the transformative power of divine love that changes everything.</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This Christmas message explores the profound truth that the birth of Christ is the ultimate expression of God&#39;s love. Through Mary&#39;s extraordinary encounter with God, Pastor Matt Petty reveals five transformative truths about divine love:</p>

<p>• God&#39;s love knows us intimately - even a humble teenage girl in Nazareth<br>
• His power manifests in unexpected ways - turning ordinary moments into divine appointments<br>
• His mercy extends beyond generations - from Abraham to Mary to us today<br>
• He lifts up the humble heart - choosing those the world overlooks<br>
• He faithfully keeps every promise - proving that no word from God will ever fail</p>

<p>Through Mary&#39;s courageous response, we learn that true faith isn&#39;t about our worthiness but about saying &quot;yes&quot; to God&#39;s love. This message challenges us to move beyond seasonal celebrations to experience the transformative power of divine love that changes everything.</p>]]>
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