Holly Springs Bible Fellowship Podcasts

James 00 – Introduction – 2022 0724

James 1:1 - James begins this incredible book by focusing on Jesus. He counts it a privilege to be a servant of Jesus. For James, that is his most outstanding achievement. I pray that each of us sees the privilege and honor of being a servant of Jesus Christ this week and throughout our lives. 

Jimmy Cockburn - 0717 Jesus & Jospeh

Jimmy Cockburn - 0717 Jesus & Jospeh

Joseph 21 – Joseph’s Death & Life Lessons - 2022 0710

Genesis 50:22-26 –  Joseph is an incredible example of a life well-lived for God. In every circumstance, he honors and follows God with his whole heart. Joseph never sees himself as a victim, and he guards his heart. He always acts with wisdom and integrity. He uses every situation to honor and focus on his God. I pray that we live our lives with the same mindset and focus. 

Joseph 20 – Unresolved Guilt - 2022 0703

Genesis 50 – After the funeral of Jacob, Joseph's brothers face the consequences of unresolved guilt. Joseph forgave them 40 years ago because he saw his circumstances through the eyes of God. This story reminds us of the rewards of a forgiving spirit and the consequences of unresolved guilt. Choose wisely how your past will write your story for the future.  

Joseph 19 – Jacob Dies – 2022 0626

Genesis 49, 50 – Jacob leaves this world and focuses on his future. His family grieves his loss but continues with life. Death for God's Children is simply stepping from this world into an eternal world with our God and His children. As long as God allows us life in this world, He has a plan for us. Grief is necessary and a healthy process, but life here must go on. 

Joseph 18 – Jacob Blessing His Children – 2022 0619

Genesis 49 – Jacob gives a blessing to all of his children. We need to use our words to give hope, encouragement, and a future to the children in our life. Kids need to know that they are loved and valued. We need to be their biggest cheerleader and commit to raising a generation that loves the Lord with all their heart, soul, and mind. Our job is to model that for them every day. 

Joseph 17 – Jacobs Final Days with Joseph – 2022 0612

Genesis 48 – Death is inevitable and part of life. We must always be ready and leave a legacy that benefits the people coming after us. Jacob honors God in his last days, and he focuses on the future. It is my prayer everyone is ready for life beyond this earth. My goal is to impact the world long after I have left it. 

Joseph 16 – Leadership in Crisis – 2022 0605

Genesis 47:13-26 – In Genesis 47, we are given a unique insight into a leader's life. Joseph leads with integrity and discernment. He is willing to try new things and adapt to his changing world. God uses His servant to lead a pagan nation through a national crisis. God will use you this week if you allow Him.  Let Him use you to help people see Christ.  

Aaron Luse - Memorial Day

Joshua 3,4  = This is how you will know that the living God is among you.  These stones are to be a memorial to the people of Israel forever.”  He did this so that all the peoples of the earth might know that the hand of the LORD is powerful and so that you might always fear the LORD your God.

Aaron Luse - Memorial Day

Joshua 3,4  = This is how you will know that the living God is among you.  These stones are to be a memorial to the people of Israel forever.”  He did this so that all the peoples of the earth might know that the hand of the LORD is powerful and so that you might always fear the LORD your God.

Joseph 15 – Leaving Home – 2022 0522

Genesis 46,47 – We are reminded that we are pilgrims on this earth.  This is not home, and we should never get comfortable enough to believe this is what life is about.  In every stage of our life, we must seek God.  It is vital to seek God’s plan and purpose for every stage of our life.  

Joseph 14 – I Am Joseph – 2022 0515

Genesis 45- Joseph's view of life reminds us that there is a bigger purpose at work in our lives. Joseph spent over 20 years trusting God's plan and purposes for his life. He was faithful to God in every circumstance. This week, trust God in all the situations that come your way. 

Joseph 13 – Mothers Day - Rachel and Leah – 2022 0508

Genesis 29 – The story of Rachel reminds us that we are all flawed, yet God still uses us. Rachel and Leah take their role as moms to help raise the next generation of Israelites. I pray that God will use each of us to raise the next generation to love God and others with their whole heart.

Joseph 12 – Ultimate Test – 2022 0501

Genesis 44- Your choices impact those around you. Everyone can change and respond differently than they have in the past. The story of Joseph and the reunion with his brothers is a great reminder of the story of Jesus and the cross. It is my prayer that we each have the attitude of grace, love, forgiveness, and kindness that we see in the life of Joseph. 

Joseph 11 - Reunion – 2022 0424

Genesis 43- Joseph reminds us that forgiveness and grace are necessary to restore broken relationships. Someone has to be the Hero and start the process. Guilt plagued the brothers for their entire life, but Joseph refused to hold a grudge. Joseph does the right thing at the right time in the right way. I pray that we follow the same pattern in our life this week. 

Easter 2022 - 2022 0417

May each of you celebrate the Risen Savior this day. It is my prayer that you know Jesus as your personal Savior. For those of you that are Christ-followers, it is my prayer that people see Christ in you this week. It is the only hope they have.  

Purpose 05 – Evangelism - 2022 0410

Purpose 5 – God has called you to share Christ with others. God chose to use His people as the primary means of sharing the good news with the world. Be available this week and allow God to use you. Only eternity will reveal how God can use you to impact the world for His glory. 

Purpose 04 - Ministry - 2022 0403

Purpose 4- God has called you to serve Him. Serving God is the most significant investment you can make with your life. It produces meaning, joy, and purpose in life. To appreciate your life, you have to give it away. You are placed here to serve, not to be served. How much of your life will be spent this week ministering and helping others? That is the real test of your calling.  

Purpose 03 – Discipleship – 2022 0327

Romans 8 - Purpose 3 – You were created to grow in Christ and become like Christ. Discipleship is learning to walk in a way that reflects Christ in all we do. God focuses on our character, not our comfort. His goal is for people to see Christ in our lives. This week God will use trials, troubles, temptation, and difficulties to develop our character. I pray that we live in the “Dust of our Rabbi” this week.   

= Purpose 02 – Fellowship – 2022 0320

Genesis 2-  Purpose 2 – You were created to love God’s people, His family. God created you to belong and fellowship with His family. The church is a place to learn how to love people as they are and work together to become what God intended. We do not go through life as a solo journey. We walk through life together, loving each other as Christ loved us. 

Purpose 01 – Worship – Love God – 2022 0313

Mark 12:28-31 - Purpose 1 – You were made to love God. Genuine worship involves loving God with your heart, soul, and mind. God demonstrated His love to you and asks for a response from you. Love God and share that love with someone this week. 

Purpose 01 – Created – 2022 0306

God has called us to live our lives by responding correctly to his plan. He has invested time and energy in your life, and He has a clear purpose for your existence. I pray that each of us learn the purpose of our time on earth and invests in things that have eternal value. 

Purpose – Created by God – 2022 0306

God has called us to live our lives by responding correctly to his plan. He has invested time and energy in your life, and He has a clear purpose for your existence. I pray that each of us learn the purpose of our time on earth and invests in things that have eternal value. 

Aaron Luse - Mssionary to PNG

Mark 5:1-20 –Aaron Luse Our missionary to Papua New Guinea – shares the ministry and their burden for the PNG people and world evangelism.    

Joseph 10 Tested – 2022 0220

Genesis 42:1-25 – Joseph and his brothers are tested. Joseph is forced to confront his past and is in a position to seek revenge. His brothers have to deal with the consequences of their choices. God works in the lives of everyone to accomplish His plan. What is God doing in your life to get your attention? How you respond to God will determine your future.  

Joseph 09 – Promoted – 2022 0213

Genesis 41 30- 52 – Joseph seeks to honor God in times of hardship and prosperity. His focus is always forward, and he does not focus on past hurts. Joseph sees those “hurts” as opportunities for God to work out His plan. Trust God this week in every situation.  

Joseph 07 – Remembered – 2022 0206

Benediction. Genesis 41 1-29 The boldness of Joseph is demonstrated in his approach to Pharaoh. He shows an unwavering trust in God's timing and purpose. Joseph does not allow a pagan world to intimidate or hinder his message from God. He turns the focus of every situation to the glory of God. I pray that we all live with the same focus and boldness this week.  

Joseph 07 – When people forget you – 2022 0130

Genesis 40 – Joseph keeps a godly perspective throughout his circumstances. When tested by God, he focuses on service rather than his circumstances. He trusts that God's timing is perfect, and he looks at each situation as a way to glorify and honor his God in a pagan world.  

Joseph 06 When good choices go bad – 2022 0125

Genesis 39:11-23  God uses Joseph's life to remind us that God is more interested in our character than our comfort.  Joseph establishes a strong foundation of trusting God in every situation and finding contentment in God.  Joseph set an example of living so that false accusations were difficult to believe based on his outward lifestyle.  I pray that we can each serve God in the same way. 

Joseph 05 – Commitment – 2022 0116

Genesis 39:1-10 We start to learn the secret of Joseph's life in a pagan world. He realized the value of Trust, and he guarded it with clear boundaries. He understood that his relationship with God was important, and God was with him in all he did. I pray that each of us has the same focus and attitude as we serve God this week.  

Karl Luther - What's your Idol?

Karl Luther filled the pulpit for pastor Jim who was attending his Father-in-laws funeral in Virginia.   

Moving Forward in the New Year - 2022 0102

Nehemiah 3 - God saved us to serve, not sit and soak. For His kingdom to go forward, we must be about the work of serving him. It involves all of serving where He has put us and with willing hearts and hands 

Christmas 2021c – After Christmas – 2021 1226

The shepherds remind us that Christians all have a story. It is our job to share that story with the world. Life in this world will have struggles and difficulties. Our job is to not run from the hardship but to embrace it and respond to it in a way that Honors God and exalts Christ. Be obedient as God uses you in 2022. 

Christmas 2021b – Lesson of Joy – 2021 1219

Luke 1,2 – The Christmas story is a story of Great JOY.  Christians are to be people of joy, despite difficult circumstances.  We do not allow people to rob us of the joy we have in the Christ of the Christmas story.  We realize that whatever we have is enough, content with what God has provided. 

Christmas – Lesson of Joy – 2021 1219

Luke 1,2 – The Christmas story is a story of Great JOY.  Christians are to be people of joy, despite difficult circumstances.  We do not allow people to rob us of the joy we have in the Christ of the Christmas story.  We realize that whatever we have is enough, content with what God has provided. 

Christmas 2021a – Lesson of Wonder – 2021 1212

John 1:1-14 John’s account of the Christmas story reminds us that Jesus as the creator God came and “tented” among us.  Don’t lose the wonder and mystery of what He did at Christmas.  As a Christian (a “little” Christ), allow the world to see the light of Christ in your life this season. 

Christmas – Lesson of Wonder – 2021 1212

John 1:1-14 John’s account of the Christmas story reminds us that Jesus as the creator God came and “tented” among us.  Don’t lose the wonder and mystery of what He did at Christmas.  As a Christian (a “little” Christ), allow the world to see the light of Christ in your life this season. 

Joseph 04 – the Trip – 2021 1205

Benediction.  Genesis 37:25-36 Joseph’s journey to Egypt reminds us that God is in control.  He orchestrates the smallest of details to accomplish His purposes.  Jacob teaches us that we will reap what we sow.  We have to make changes now and be careful to sow the right things.  Be sensitive to God’s work in your life and respond by trusting Him.  

Joseph 03 - The Pit - 2021 1128

Genesis 37:12-24- Joseph’s story is a great reminder that we must deal with our sin while it is still small.  Reuben is an example of someone who starts with potential, but wastes it and never ends up accomplishing what God had for him.  Joseph reminds us that God is in control and has a plan.  Even “pit” experiences have a purpose in our lives, but we have to remain faithful and trust God.  

Where are the 9 – Thanksgiving – 2021 112

Luke 17:11-19 - In this story, Jesus reminds us that He offers salvation to everyone regardless of circumstances and background.  He also warns us that people can experience Christian things without possessing Christ.  Genuine Christianity involves a relationship with Christ, not an experience of religion.  Allow Christ to be seen in you this week.  

Joseph 02 - The Dream - 2021 1114

Genesis 37:5-11 - God reveals Himself clearly in His word today.  He has given us the Holy Spirit and fellow believers to help guide, instruct, and encourage us as we grow in Christ.  Instead of starting with our circumstances, we have to begin with God.  God uses these dreams to give Joseph hope for the future.  He gives us His Word, His Spirit, and fellow believers to guide us.  Look to Him this week and glorify Him in all you do. 

Joseph 01 - The Coat - 2021 1107

Genesis 37:1-4 - Joseph's life reminds us that our family history does impact and influence our life.  Everyone must decide what family history needs to be embraced and what family cycles need to be broken.  We are not products of our environment, but we are influenced and impacted by our family history.  Joseph is an excellent example of someone raised in a dysfunctional family, yet he overcame his environment.  Don't blame your past for your current choices in life.  

Parables 36 - Conclusion - 2021 1031

The parables of Jesus remind us that God's Kingdom is very different from the world on this earth.  Jesus teaches us to use our time here wisely.  Our existence here is unpredictable, so we must always be ready to meet our master.  What we do with Jesus here will determine whether we spend eternity with Him or apart from Him.  Choose Jesus while you still have the opportunity because you will spend eternity somewhere when your life on this earth ends.    

Parables 35 - Good Shepherd - 2021 1024

John 10:11-21 - In the parable of the Good Shepherd, Jesus reminds us that we are all sheep.  Everyone is following a shepherd.  Which Shepherd are you following?  One Shepherd gives life, and the other Shepherd brings destruction.  Who you follow will determine your life here and in the world to come, so choose wisely.  

Parables 34 - Rich Man and Lazarus - 2021 101

Luke 16:19-31 - The implications of the parable of the Rich man and Lazarus are sobering.  Jesus explains in clear terms that everyone will live somewhere in the world to come.  The righteous will be with Him, and the unrighteous will spend eternity in a place of punishment for rejecting His offer of salvation.  Each of us must be ready for the day that we leave this world and enter our eternal world. 

Parables 34 - Rich Man and Lazarus - 2021 1017

Luke 16:19-31 - The implications of the parable of the Rich man and Lazarus are sobering.  Jesus explains in clear terms that everyone will live somewhere in the world to come.  The righteous will be with Him, and the unrighteous will spend eternity in a place of punishment for rejecting His offer of salvation.  Each of us must be ready for the day that we leave this world and enter our eternal world. 

Parables 33 - Great Supper - 2021 1003

Luke 14:15-24 The Great Banquet parable reminds us that the invitation to accept Christ is offered to everyone without discrimination.  Every person decides in this world to accept or reject God’s invitation to salvation.  Those who reject God’s invitation here will not get another opportunity.  As Christians, we are challenged to invite everyone to be a part of God’s Kingdom because God wants his banquet to be as full as possible with everyone who will come. 

Dallis Solsma - Memorial Service - 2021 0926

Parables 32 - Landowner - 2021 0916

Matthew 21:33-46 - The Parable of the landowner is a challenge for us to consider what we have done with Jesus.  It is our responsibility to respond correctly to Jesus' offer of salvation in our lives.  It is also a reminder of the grace, mercy, and patience of a loving God.  As Christians, we must use our resources to honor our Master and represent Him well in a dark and godless world.  

Parables 31 - Talents - 2021 0919

Matthew 25:16-30 - The parable of the talents reminds us that a day of accounting is coming.  For some, that day will be a time of joy and blessing.  For others, it will be a day of agony because you missed opportunities to respond appropriately to the master.  This parable reminds believers that growth is expected, and we are possessors, not owners of all God has given us.  May each of us work diligently to be a good steward of our opportunities this week.