Burnt Hickory | Sermons

Don’t Let Doubt Define or Defeat You | Restored & Sent

Episode  |  May 4th, 2025  |  36 mins 59 secs

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Ever felt like your doubts disqualify you from faith? Discover the complete story of Thomas, a disciple willing to die with Jesus before ever doubting Him. Learn why doubt is a universal Christian experience and how to prevent seasons of doubt from limiting your future walk with and effectiveness for Jesus.

The Way, The Truth, and The Life | Power and Promise

Episode  |  March 30th, 2025  |  43 mins 31 secs

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Discover how Jesus uses Jewish wedding imagery to explain His relationship with believers in "The Way, The Truth, and The Life." Learn why Christianity isn't about religious performance but about knowing and growing with Jesus from your first step of faith to your final breath. For those who've accepted Christ but haven't been baptized, find out why this first act of obedience is your crucial next step.

The Resurrection and Life | Power and Promise

Episode  |  March 23rd, 2025  |  41 mins 40 secs

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When Jesus declared "I am the resurrection and the life," He demonstrated His power by raising Lazarus from the dead after four days in the tomb. Discover why Jesus intentionally delayed, how He responds to our disappointment and grief, and what it means that "delays from God are not denials." A powerful message for anyone facing loss or questioning God's timing.

What’s It Going to Take for You to Fully Follow Jesus?

Episode  |  January 19th, 2025  |  40 mins 47 secs

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What does it truly mean to follow Jesus beyond social media-style following? In this powerful message, discover the difference between observing from a distance and being transformed by authentic discipleship. Learn why God calls us to be covered in the dust of our Rabbi rather than watching from afar.

Trials, Temptations and Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus | Faith in Action

Episode  |  August 13th, 2024  |  42 mins 25 secs

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Are you finding it challenging to navigate the trials and temptations in your life? Join us this morning as we continue our sermon series, Faith in Action, journeying through the book of James. We’ll explore how trials expose the true foundations of our lives, reminding us to focus on God's eternal reward. You’ll learn the difference between trials and temptations, understand where temptation really comes from, and discover how to stand firm by fixing our eyes on Jesus. This is a powerful time to grow in faith, find encouragement, and connect with others. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe for more updates, and visit www.burnthickory.com for additional information. See you there!

Making Our Own God Never Goes Well

Episode  |  June 23rd, 2024  |  42 mins 40 secs

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This week, we delve into the pitfalls of idolatry. Drawing from the rich narratives in Exodus, we will examine how the Israelites' creation of the golden calf serves as a stark warning about the dangers of shaping God into our own image instead of worshipping Him as He truly is. We will reflect on how we, too, can fall into the trap of creating our own "gods" in times of uncertainty and stress, rebelling against the one true source of satisfaction for our souls.

This sermon will challenge us to trust in God’s revelation, even when circumstances are unclear, and to expose and surrender our idols to Christ. We will learn the importance of recognizing and fleeing from sin, understanding its inevitable consequences, and grounding our trust in the God revealed in Scripture, rather than in cultural or personal distortions.

We invite you to reflect on these vital questions: Are there idols you’ve created in your life? Are you truly trusting in God's revealed character through Scripture? As always, we’d love to take the time to answer any questions you have and to pray with you – so reach out. Discover the next step in your faith journey by visiting burnthickory.com/next or visiting our website at www.burnthickory.com.