Imperative Ministries

The Word's Witness

John 1:6-13

The Word Introduced

John 1:1-4

Follow the Leader

John 21 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected] (936) 641-2824

The Church Covenant: For the Advancement of the Church

We have agreed to obey the scriptural Manadate to Advance the Kingdom of Jesus. One way we do this is by working together as the body of Christ in the Church.

Contending for the Faith

It is vital that Christians know God's Word and understand its doctrines. There have always been people who find the truth of God's Word to be boring and looking for fanciful new interpretations. Jude 3 [email protected]

The Church Covenant

Being a member of a church is more than merely joining a church because you believe in Jesus. There are certain doctrines and practices that church members have covenanted to practice and beliefs that they hold dear. It is vital to be in unity on such issues. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected] (936) 641-2824

SufferingfortheName

When persecuted and downtrodden Believers must consider the blessedness of such a state. We become closely identified with Jesus when we suffer for Him

No Excusesn(Jeremiah 15_10)

It is too easy to make excuses when it comes to serving the Lord. Garland challenges us to seek the Lord and to renew ourselves afresh and anew to serve the Lord. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Things Will Not Be Like This Forever

Easter 2023 1 Corinthians 15:54-58 The Resurrection fills us with hope and gives us strength to press on in this life. [email protected]

Do You Hear the Cries in the Crowd

Mark 10:46-52 There are great needs in our world. It is not a matter there being a need, but of our need of seeing the need. Let us listen for the cries in the crowd.

The Sacrifice of Praise

Exodus 10 and Hebrews 13

Revive Us Again

Psalm 85 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Trust in the Lord and Don't Worry (Psalm 371-7)

This message was shared on the Wednesday before Christmas, but I have fallen behind in posting. Thank you for listening.

Choose Life: Decide to Follow Jesus

Joshua 24:14-15 You are going to have to serve somebody. Choose Jesus!

Be Content & Delight in Jesus

Wednesday Bible Study Hebrews 13:5-6 We can be content with our circumstances and our life when we focus on our Lord Jesus and His commitment to us.

As You Are Going”

Matthew 28:16-20 As we are going our way each day we are to speak the gospel. In today's message we will look at various ways we can and should share the Good News.

Love Is Our Weapon

Ephesians 6:10-11 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Jesus Christ - Atoning Sacrifice Not a Victim

John 19:8-11; 10:17-18 Jesus suffered according to God's will to provide salvation for sinners. God's people also suffer just as Jesus endured suffering. We are not victims! We are more than conquerers in Christ! Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Lessons in Genesis - Righteousness vs Irreverence

Genesis 4:1-16 The first sin we see after the fall was not murder, but irreverence. The Remedy for Irreverence - Adoration

Lessons in Genesis - First Things First

Genesis Chapter 1 God is a God of order. We can believer the Genesis account and take comfort in the fact that humans are created in the image of God. This truth means that our lives have meaning and purpose.

Develop a Healthy Mind

Romans 8:18-21

Emmanuel (Matthew 1:18-25)

Jesus is God with us and God for us.

Responding to God's Love at Christmas

While Christmas is about a Baby in a Manger it is also so much more. It is the story of God's glorious love. Make sure you understand the full story of Christmas Zephaniah 3:14-17 Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Shepherds Joy

Luke 2:8-20 Before we can experience the joy of the Lord we have to develop a reverent awe for Him. Once we are introduced to Him in His majesty and excellence we are willing to receive His mercy and grace. Joy flows from such a glorious experience.

The Birth of Christ Joseph

This is the second part in a Wednesday Bible Study series: The Birth of Christ. The study notes and outline were provided by Pastor Mike Miller. The passage for today's study is Matthew 1:18-25.

Faith - With Eyes of Faith We Look for our Redeemer

This is the Second Sunday of Advent. Today we lit the Faith Candle and read Micah 5:1-6. Pastor Michael preaches from this passage and shares about the glorious redemption we have in Jesus as we approach Him in faith.

The Birth of Christ As Mary Saw It

Wednesday Bible Study Thr Birth of Christ viewed through the eyes of Mary. Luke 1: 26-38

Hope - The Coming King Who Sets Things Right

Isaiah 11:1-2 Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? There is hope! A King is coming who will set things right. He will rule with justice. He will not tolerate evil and will crush it. He will bring justice to those who have been oppressed and abused. He will make all things new! Let us look for our King to return! Let us find hope and encouragement! Let us be live in anticipation for the physical rule and reign of Jesus as we celebrate Advent this season.

Boasting in the Cross

This is the final message in the series of our messages in the Book of Galatians. There are many good things about which we can be passionate, but the thing that should most light our fire is what Jesus accomplished for us on the cruel cross of Calvary. Galatians 6:14-15

The Divine Law of Sowing and Reaping

God has set certain principles in order. When we submit to them we experience blessing. Today we take a look at the divine law of sowing and reaping. If we will sow seeds of good things and blessings we will reap them. Galatians 6:7-10

You Are Noticed and Your Work Matters

2 Corinthians 5:11-16

What We Lost at The Fall (Genesis 3)

Genesis 3

A Holy Mindset

Colossians 3:2; 4:2-6

Proper Worship (Jumping and Humbly Bowing(

Bearing Burdens and Loads

How do we help others without becoming self-righteous or arrogant? Listen to this message from Galatians 5:26-6:5 and learn how to truly be a blessing to others.

The Fruit of the Spirit-Part 3 Faithfulness, Gentleness, & Self Control

Galatians 5:22-25 No one can live the perfect life that God's holiness requires, but if a person will surrender to Jesus, the Holy Spirit will enable that person to live a godly life. Central Baptist Church 3576 ighway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 2 Patience, Kindness, & Goodness

Today we resume our series in Galatians. We look at three more characteristics of the Fruit of the Spirit. We cannot properly display these traits with the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Galatians 5:22-23

Pastor Appreciation - Honoring Your Leaders

Being that we are in the month where Pastor Appreciation is observed in many churches, Pastor Michael shared a message from Hebrews 13:17. He shows from God's Word how a congregation can show proper appreciation for their leaders.

Love Drives the Train (2)

1 John 4 The Holy Trinity displays Love in a glorious way that forever changes us.

The Fruit of the Spirit -Love, Joy, & Peace

Today we begin our sub-series, The Fruit of the Spirit. In our first session we will look at Love, Joy, and Peace. The Fruit of the Spirit is evident in every belivers, but let us cultivate and fertilze our lives with the Word of God and the prayer so that we may produce abundant fruit.

The Feast of St. Matthew ( Psalm 119:41-64)

On the Feast of St. Matthew there is much we can learn from the Apostle Matthew. Let us continue to learn from others as they follow Jesus.

Universal Agape Love

The Leadership of Universal Agape Love came to Central Baptist Church to share what they are doing in Liberty County. They shared with us how we can help to push back the darkness of evil and let the light of Christ shine in our area. Universal Agape Love 508 W Clayton St / Dayton, TX 77535 (936) 262-7800 https://universalagapelove.org [email protected]

The Works of the Flesh - The Epitome of Selfishness

Pastor Michael continues the subseries - The Works of the Flesh. Today we learn how devaasting selfishness can be and how it works itself out into behaviors that lead to strife, anger, and destruction. The text is Galatians 5:20-21. The song of committment is Have Thine Own Way, Lord. There is also a testimony by Dwight Sikes.

This Is from the Lord (1 Kings 12:24)

The Lord Is in control and will do what is right.

The Works of the Flesh - Sexual Sins

Galatians 5:19-21 The works of the flesh are many. It is only through the power of the Spirit of God that we can prevail over them.

The Pressures of Ministry

2 Corinthians 11:28 Ministry is hard and culture is changing. However, God is still at work in this world. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Living by the Spirit

Galatians 5:16-18 The way to expereince freedom and joy is to surrender to Jesus and live by the power of the Holy Spirit. Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

Don't Be a Fool

Aug 24, 2022 Psalm 14 Wednesday Study Central Baptist Church 3576 Highway 90 Liberty, TX 77575 [email protected]

The Fruitful Fulfillment of Freedom

Galatians 3:13-15 Gospel Freedom will lead to fulfillment in the life of the believer, but it doesn't give us freedom to sin. It gives us freedom to live for Jesus and experience the joy of walking with Him.

The 3 Ps at the End of the Bible

Revelation 22:20-21 It should be our prayer that Jesus will return soon. This is a certain promise. Until Jesus does return He has made provision for us to be sustained by His amazing grace!