Burnt Hickory | Sermons - Episodes Tagged with “Faith In Action”

Living the Gospel in a Watching World | The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Living the Gospel in a Watching World | The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World

In this sermon, we walk through Paul’s approach in Acts 17 and discover what it looks like to be stirred by the gospel and sent on purpose. You’ll learn how to bring clarity to a confused culture and why the resurrection of Jesus is still the answer to every question the world is asking.
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Key Insights:

If your heart isn’t stirred by the gospel, your life won’t reflect it.
You’ve been handpicked and placed on purpose.
We are sent to bring clarity, not condemnation.
Truth must be translated, not edited.
Every gospel message demands a response.

Key Scripture: Acts 17

Speaker: Matt Petty
Series: The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World
Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church

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Three Scenes, but Only One Answer | The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Three Scenes, but Only One Answer | The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World

In this episode, we explore Acts 16 and three encounters where the gospel changed lives. From a respected business leader to a demon-oppressed slave girl and a hardened jailer, each person experiences the same transforming truth: salvation through Jesus. This message challenges us to live gospel-first and to see every encounter as an opportunity to point someone to Christ.
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Key Insights:

A genuine encounter with Jesus always results in a changed life—seen through actions, attitude, and affection.
No one is too rich, too broken, or too hardened to be reached by the gospel.
Living a gospel-first life means choosing obedience over comfort, even when it costs you.
You don’t need a title or platform to share Jesus. Every believer has a role to play in God's mission.
Belief in Jesus means full surrender—not just knowledge or admiration but giving Him your entire life.

Key Scripture: Acts 16

Speaker: Matt Petty
Series: The Gospel, The Kingdom, The World
Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church

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A Moment That Sparks a Movement | His Word, His Plan, His People | DNOW 2025

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500

A Moment That Sparks a Movement | His Word, His Plan, His People | DNOW 2025

What does it take for a movement to start? Acts 10 shows us how the obedience of two men opened the door for the gospel to break cultural boundaries and change lives forever.

Key Insights:

God meets a seeking heart with clarity, not silence.
Religious actions don’t equal salvation.
God may send you to someone you've been avoiding.
You don’t have to know every step—just say yes to the next one.
The gospel spreads when everyday believers speak up.

Key Scripture: Acts 10:1

This sermon invites you to look at your faith, your circles, and your next steps through the lens of purpose. You don’t have to have all the answers. You just have to be willing to say yes.

Speaker: Ryan Fontenot
Series: DNOW 2025 | His Word, His Plan, His People
Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church

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Special Guest: Ryan Fontenot.

Be the Church | His Word, His Plan, His People

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400

What does it really mean to be the church? In Acts 20:28, Paul reminds believers that the church belongs to God, bought with His own blood, and that every follower of Jesus is called not just to attend, but to belong.

This message explores foundational truths about what it means to live as part of God’s people and to carry His mission forward. You’ll learn:

Why the church is essential to spiritual growth and obedience
How God speaks to and through His church today
What it means to belong to a community shaped by love and purpose
Why the church is called to be a light to the world
How being planted in God’s house leads to lifelong fruitfulness

If you’ve ever wondered what the church really is or why it matters, this message will remind you that God’s plan has always been His people, together, living out His mission.

Patience Questions & Secrets

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400

When life feels uncertain, and challenges press in, where do we turn? Today’s message in our Faith in Action series explores James 5:13-18 to reveal the power of prayer—how faith-fueled prayers bring healing, forgiveness, and transformation. Through questions on prayer, faith, and confession, we discover why God listens to prayers rooted in trust and humility, and how confession opens us to His healing. We’ll explore practical ways to approach God, pursue righteousness, and commit to continual prayer, following the example of Elijah's bold faith.

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Patience | Faith in Action

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400

What does patience look like in your life? In today’s message from the book of James, we dive into the profound connection between faith and patience. We explore how Godly patience is not just about waiting, but about trusting—looking back on God's faithfulness, looking forward to His promises, and looking up for His strength. Through the examples of the farmer, the prophets, and the life of Job, we see how patience develops perseverance in the midst of life's trials. This kind of patience grows when we stand firm in faith, even when things seem uncertain.

Are you facing challenges that test your patience? Today’s message offers insight into how you can deepen your faith, build perseverance, and discover how God is full of compassion and mercy even in the waiting. If you’re ready to take the next step in your faith journey, we invite you to visit burnthickory.com/next.

God Willing | Faith in Action

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400

We want to Today, we dive into a vital question: Are we truly living in line with God's will? In this message, we explore what it means to have an active, ongoing commitment to do the will of God. As we reflect on the teachings of James, we'll unpack the four common attitudes people have toward God's will—ignoring it, denying it, disobeying it, or faithfully doing it.

We’ll also consider what God’s will looks like in our lives: being radically saved, controlled by the Holy Spirit, pursuing a pure life, and submitting to His authority. Ultimately, a life in step with God's will is not just about knowing what is right—it's about living it out in every moment, every decision.

Where do you stand in your journey? Have you surrendered your life to follow God's will? If you’re ready to take the next step, we'd love to connect with you, answer your questions, and pray with you. Feel free to reach out, and remember—you’re never walking this journey alone.

Join us today and learn how you can align your life with God’s purpose and discover true fulfillment. To take the next step in your faith journey, visit burnthickory.com/next.

The Mighty Tongue | Faith in Action

Burnt Hickory — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400

Your words hold incredible power! They can uplift, guide, and praise—but they can also harm, deceive, and destroy. As we dive deeper into the book of James, we’ll uncover one of our greatest tools: the tongue. Just like a small rudder steering a massive ship, our words reflect our hearts' true direction. Together, we'll explore how the tongue reveals our relationship with Christ and wields immense power over our lives. The challenge? Acknowledging its influence and the ripple effects it has on everything around us. However, when we surrender it to God, the tongue transforms into a powerful instrument for honoring Him and guiding others. Join us on this journey as we discover how to tame the tongue and realize we can't do it alone.