Show: First Baptist Spartanburg (Audio)

In this sermon on “Receiving Redemption,” Rev. Samuel Phipps explores how God restores and reconciles people to himself through the story of David’s sin and repentance in 2 Samuel 12. He explains that restoration begins when God, through the prophet Nathan, rebukes David’s sin, bringing conviction and understanding. For restoration to happen, repentance is required,…

Dr. Mike Harder starts his sermon with a brief acknowledgment of gratitude for prayers during the conflict in Israel and his father’s safety, both while in country and in his ability to get the last ticket on the last flight out of Tel Aviv. He then delves deeply into the spiritual teachings from the book…

In the sermon “God Wants You On His Team” by Dr. Mike Harder, the focus is on the biblical story of Moses and his journey with God as depicted in the book of Exodus. Dr. Harder emphasizes the importance of actively participating in God’s plan rather than merely observing. He draws parallels between the excitement…

The sermon “The Burning Bush” by Dr. Mike Harder, from the First Baptist Spartanburg podcast, delves into the transformative encounter between Moses and God, as depicted in Exodus 3. Dr. Harder draws parallels between Moses’ curiosity towards the burning bush and personal instances where individuals feel compelled to stop and investigate unusual occurrences, using a…

The sermon “Road to Redemption” by Dr. Mike Harder explores themes of loss, redemption, and divine providence, drawing parallels between everyday experiences and biblical narratives. Dr. Harder begins by sharing a personal anecdote about losing his debit card, using it as a metaphor for how people often feel forgotten by God, feeling that He has…

The sermon “Confidence over Compromise” focuses on the importance of finding confidence in the Lord to avoid compromising one’s faith. The sermon draws parallels between the biblical story of Daniel and the challenges faced by believers today. It emphasizes that, like Daniel, modern-day Christians often find themselves in situations where it’s easy to compromise their…

The sermon “Fear Man…or Fear God?” by Dr. Mike Harder at First Baptist Spartanburg focuses on the theme of fear and how it shapes human behavior, particularly in the context of faith. The sermon begins with an introduction where Dr. Harder talks about the exciting things happening at First Baptist, including baptisms and people coming…

The sermon “God Pursues Prodigals” by Dr. Mike Harder at First Baptist Spartanburg delves into the story of Jonah and its parallel to the New Testament story of the Prodigal Son. Dr. Harder emphasizes that the story of Jonah is not just about a man and a fish but about God’s relentless pursuit of people…

In the sermon, Dr. Mike Harder emphasizes the idea that God is a God of second chances, drawing upon biblical texts like Psalm 103 and the story of Jonah. He argues that God’s character is one of compassion, grace, and abounding love, always willing to give people another chance to turn their lives around. Dr.…

In his sermon at First Baptist Spartanburg, Dr. Mike Harder explores the theme of “waiting on God,” drawing insights from the biblical story of Jonah. He emphasizes the concept of “Kairos,” or God’s perfect timing, and discusses “manna” as a symbol of divine provision. Dr. Harder acknowledges the universal experience of waiting—be it for a…