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The Problem Great-Grandfather Started
See More…: The Problem Great-Grandfather StartedIn this message Pastor Byron examines the second “bent” of children—their inherited sinful nature—explaining how parents pass down both their struggles and strengths to their children. Using Exodus 34 and other passages, he teaches that while every child is born with a propensity toward sin, parents can break negative patterns through recognizing their own weaknesses and modeling godly character.
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The Bents in Your Child
See More…: The Bents in Your ChildIn this message Pastor Byron begins the “Know Your Child” series by examining Proverbs 22:6, revealing through Hebrew word study that parents must discover and train each child according to their unique “bent” or God-given design. He warns against forcing children into predetermined molds and emphasizes that successful parenting begins with studying and knowing the distinctive way God has created each child.
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The Anxiety Gap
See More…: The Anxiety GapIn this message Pastor Byron concludes the series on successful living by addressing worry and anxiety through Matthew 6, teaching that circumstances don’t determine attitude but reveal it. He explains why Christians shouldn’t worry—because it’s faithless, useless, damaging, fatherless, and needless—and offers two keys to freedom: keeping right priorities by seeking God’s kingdom first, and living with simplicity by trusting God one day at a time.
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Discerning vs. Judging
See More…: Discerning vs. JudgingIn this message Pastor Byron addresses the critical difference between judging and discerning, teaching that a judgmental spirit flows from pride while humility sets believers free. Using Matthew 7, he explains why Christians must not judge others—because it reflects wrong views of God and ourselves—and calls believers to show grace and compassion instead of condemnation.
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The Applause of Men
See More…: The Applause of MenIn this message Pastor Byron examines Matthew 6 to expose the bondage of seeking approval from others rather than God, showing how religious pride leads people to perform for human applause. He teaches that true freedom comes from recognizing we don’t need everyone’s approval to be valued by God, and that believers should turn to God alone for validation and worth.
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Walk Like a Man
See More…: Walk Like a ManIn this Father’s Day message, Pastor Byron addresses the crisis of biblical manhood in today’s society and explores what God’s Word reveals about being a godly father. Drawing from Job 29, he examines seven characteristics of a godly man—including being just, merciful, caring, compassionate, protective, stable, and wise—while challenging men to reject worldly definitions of masculinity and embrace their God-given roles as spiritual leaders in their homes.
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Be Strong.. Be Courageous!
See More…: Be Strong.. Be Courageous!In this message, Pastor Byron examines Haggai 2 to address the lost perspective of the Jewish exiles who became discouraged when rebuilding the temple. Using the metaphor of spiritual cataracts and the need for corrective lenses, he reminds believers that God stands in their midst and that maintaining proper perspective—focused on God’s presence and promises rather than present circumstances—is essential for spiritual perseverance and victory.
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The Faith of Our Mothers and Grandmothers
See More…: The Faith of Our Mothers and GrandmothersIn this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Byron examines Timothy’s upbringing to identify three essential marks of a godly mother: genuine faith, godly living modeled before children, and faithful training in God’s Word. Drawing from 2 Timothy and the legacy of women like Susanna Wesley, he challenges mothers and grandmothers to prioritize Scripture reading, prayer, and church attendance while recognizing that children catch more from what they see lived out than from what they’re told.
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Jesus on Reconciliation
See More…: Jesus on ReconciliationIn this message from the “Jesus on Successful Living” series, Pastor Byron continues examining Jesus’ teaching on anger from Matthew 5, presenting two practical examples of how believers must deal with conflicts. He emphasizes the urgency of reconciliation—whether it’s addressing wrongs we’ve committed or resolving disputes before they escalate—while teaching that the power of reconciliation is stronger than revenge and that keeping short accounts with others is essential for spiritual health.
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Jesus on Handling Anger
See More…: Jesus on Handling AngerIn this message from the “Jesus on Successful Living” series, Pastor Byron addresses how anger affects us physically, emotionally, and spiritually, comparing it to an eagle being killed by a weasel it captured. Through Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:21-22, he explains the progression of anger through three stages and provides practical steps for dealing with hurt and anger: understanding our biblical rights, releasing the hurt to God, embracing our identity in Christ, and asking God to remove the destructive habit.
