Kirby Woods Podcast
471 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsWelcome to the podcast of Kirby Woods Baptist Church located in Memphis, TN. Our Senior Pastor is Jared Kress. Here you can listen to the weekly sermon audio of the most recent messages from the pulpit, as well as the newest episodes of "Off Script with Pastor Jared." Please share this podcast with your friends and family. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rating/review!
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Off Script Ep.5: When June Rolls Around
June 22, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBWhat should Christians do when June rolls around? The world has deemed June as “Pride Month,” but well-meaning Christians often make far too many accommodations that lend legitimacy to the movement. In this episode, Pastor Jared speaks to Christians who desire to be loving and gracious, while not passively affirming sin.
The Cultural Downgrade (Isaiah 3)
June 20, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBThe rise and fall of a nation and a culture is directly correlated to the strength of its men. May the men of Kirby Woods adopt a counter cultural view of manliness and godliness in this current age, while understanding that your strength is desperately needed. Father's Day 2022. Isaiah 3. Preached by Jared Kress on June 19th, 2022.
The Cultural Downgrade
June 20, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBThe rise and fall of a nation and a culture is directly correlated to the strength of its men. May the men of Kirby Woods adopt a counter cultural view of manliness and godliness in this current age, while understanding that your strength is desperately needed. Father's Day 2022. Isaiah 3. Preached by Jared Kress on June 19th, 2022.
Lessons From Aaron’s Staff (Number 17)
June 13, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBGod provides one more visual aid for the people of Israel to understand that the line of Aaron is His choice for the priesthood. In doing so, God provides a picture of our salvation in the budding of Aaron’s staff. Part 7 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 17. Preached by Jared Kress on June 12th, 2022.
Lessons From Aaron’s Staff (Numbers 17)
June 13, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBGod provides one more visual aid for the people of Israel to understand that the line of Aaron is His choice for the priesthood. In doing so, God provides a picture of our salvation in the budding of Aaron’s staff. Part 7 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 17. Preached by Jared Kress on June 12th, 2022.
Lessons From Aaron’s Staff
June 13, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBGod provides one more visual aid for the people of Israel to understand that the line of Aaron is His choice for the priesthood. In doing so, God provides a picture of our salvation in the budding of Aaron’s staff. Part 7 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 17. Preached by Jared Kress on June 12th, 2022.
Who Will Run to the People? (Global Impact Sunday) (Numbers 16:41-50)
June 06, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBThe people of Israel were doomed and the plague was spreading rapidly among them until Aaron ran into their midst with their salvation in his hands. This is the calling we must accept to all the world, to go with the Gospel and rescue those who are perishing. Part 6 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 16:41-50. Preached by Jared Kress on June 5th, 2022.
Who Will Run to the People? (Global Impact Sunday) (Number 16:41-50)
June 06, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBThe people of Israel were doomed and the plague was spreading rapidly among them until Aaron ran into their midst with their salvation in his hands. This is the calling we must accept to all the world, to go with the Gospel and rescue those who are perishing. Part 6 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 16:41-50. Preached by Jared Kress on June 5th, 2022.
Who Will Run to the People? (Global Impact Sunday)
June 06, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBThe people of Israel were doomed and the plague was spreading rapidly among them until Aaron ran into their midst with their salvation in his hands. This is the calling we must accept to all the world, to go with the Gospel and rescue those who are perishing. Part 6 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 16:41-50. Preached by Jared Kress on June 5th, 2022.
Off Script Ep.4: Preaching as a Spiritual Art and Science (feat. Aaron Russell)
June 03, 2022 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode of Off Script, Pastor Jared brings our first guest on the podcast to talk about the many different elements that go into preaching a good sermon.
I Fought The Law and The Law Won (Number 16:1-40)
May 30, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBRebellion against God is utter foolishness. Korah and his rebels will always be remembered as losers, and so will we, unless we submit to The Lord. Part 5 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 16:1-40. Preached by Jared Kress on May 29th, 2022.
I Fought The Law and The Law Won (Numbers 16:1-40)
May 30, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBRebellion against God is utter foolishness. Korah and his rebels will always be remembered as losers, and so will we, unless we submit to The Lord. Part 5 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 16:1-40. Preached by Jared Kress on May 29th, 2022.
I Fought The Law and The Law Won
May 30, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBRebellion against God is utter foolishness. Korah and his rebels will always be remembered as losers, and so will we, unless we submit to The Lord. Part 5 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 16:1-40. Preached by Jared Kress on May 29th, 2022.
Off Script Ep.3: Reflections on the Sexual Abuse Task Force Report
May 25, 2022 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBPastor Jared reflects upon the initial release of the Sexual Abuse Task Force Report. The independent third party report by Guidepost Solutions was released on Sunday May 22, 2022 in response to the 2021 SBC Annual Meeting’s commission of the report. While this report is very long, Pastor Jared shares some pastoral thoughts to help the church process the findings. For a link to the full report: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6108172d83d55d3c9db4dd67/t/628bfccb599a375bece1f66c/1653...
Too Little Too Late (Numbers 14:11-45)
May 22, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe people of Israel rallied to go and fight the enemy, but it was too little too late. They only believed in victory after they had been punished by God. God wants us to trust him by faith, not by sight. Part 4 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 14:11-45. Preached by Jared Kress on May 22nd, 2022.
Too Little Too Late
May 22, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe people of Israel rallied to go and fight the enemy, but it was too little too late. They only believed in victory after they had been punished by God. God wants us to trust him by faith, not by sight. Part 4 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 14:11-45. Preached by Jared Kress on May 22nd, 2022.
Too Little Too Late (Number 14:11-45)
May 22, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe people of Israel rallied to go and fight the enemy, but it was too little too late. They only believed in victory after they had been punished by God. God wants us to trust him by faith, not by sight. Part 4 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 14:11-45. Preached by Jared Kress on May 22nd, 2022.
Off Script Ep.2 - The Red Light Was On, But The Donuts Were Cold
May 18, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode of Off Script, Pastor Jared recaps a recent experience he had at a Krispy Kreme and some of the spiritual lessons that can be learned from it.
Bugs or Bread? (Numbers 13 & 14)
May 15, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBJust as faith and boldness go hand in hand, so do fear and cowardice. God’s people are to be obedient, to fear Him above man, and to move forward resolutely to spread His glory over the face of the earth. Part 3 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 13 & 14. Preached by Jared Kress on May 15th, 2022.
Bugs or Bread?
May 15, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBJust as faith and boldness go hand in hand, so do fear and cowardice. God’s people are to be obedient, to fear Him above man, and to move forward resolutely to spread His glory over the face of the earth. Part 3 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 13 & 14. Preached by Jared Kress on May 15th, 2022.
Bugs or Bread? (Number 13 & 14)
May 15, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBJust as faith and boldness go hand in hand, so do fear and cowardice. God’s people are to be obedient, to fear Him above man, and to move forward resolutely to spread His glory over the face of the earth. Part 3 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Number 13 & 14. Preached by Jared Kress on May 15th, 2022.
Off Script Ep.1: The Roe Leak
May 10, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this first episode of Off Script, Pastor Jared walks us through some of the common arguments for and against abortion.
Characteristics of a Godly Woman (Proverbs 7 & 31)
May 09, 2022 02:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBThere is a striking contrast between the woman of Proverbs 7, and the woman of Proverbs 31. A godly woman gives of herself, builds up her family, and fears the Lord. Preached on May 8th, 2022 by Jared Kress. Proverbs 7 & 31.
Characteristics of a Godly Woman
May 09, 2022 02:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBThere is a striking contrast between the woman of Proverbs 7, and the woman of Proverbs 31. A godly woman gives of herself, builds up her family, and fears the Lord. Preached on May 8th, 2022 by Jared Kress. Proverbs 7 & 31.
Off Script: Series Trailer
May 04, 2022 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBWe invite you to tune in for a new podcast series where we go "Off Script" with Pastor Jared. We will take a look at current events, leadership lessons, and how to use our Christian worldview to reach the world around us. Subscribe to the Kirby Woods Podcast on Apple, Spotify or your podcasting platform of choice to find out when episode 1 drops!
Soft Rebellion: A Case Study
May 02, 2022 16:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWhen The Lord has spoken and has established a plan for us, we ought to joyfully accept that plan. We should not feel comfortable trying to do things differently than what God expects from us. Part 2 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Numbers 12 Preached by Jared Kress on May 1st, 2022.
Soft Rebellion: A Case Study (Numbers 12)
May 02, 2022 16:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWhen The Lord has spoken and has established a plan for us, we ought to joyfully accept that plan. We should not feel comfortable trying to do things differently than what God expects from us. Part 2 of our series, "In The Wilderness." Numbers 12 Preached by Jared Kress on May 1st, 2022.
The Complain Refrain (Numbers 10:33-11:6)
April 25, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBGod’s people were immediately derailed in their journey into the wilderness, not by an enemy on the horizon, but by their own critical spirits. Part 1 of "In The Wilderness." Numbers 10:33-11:6. Preached by Jared Kress on April 24th, 2022.
The Complain Refrain
April 25, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBGod’s people were immediately derailed in their journey into the wilderness, not by an enemy on the horizon, but by their own critical spirits. Part 1 of "In The Wilderness." Numbers 10:33-11:6. Preached by Jared Kress on April 24th, 2022.
Weep No More, Behold
April 19, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBThe death and resurrection of Christ make Him uniquely worthy of our worship, because He alone holds the keys to our future hope. Easter Sunday 2022. Revelation 5:1-7. Preached by Jared Kress on April 17th, 2022.
Weep No More, Behold (Revelation 5:1-7)
April 19, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBThe death and resurrection of Christ make Him uniquely worthy of our worship, because He alone holds the keys to our future hope. Easter Sunday 2022. Revelation 5:1-7. Preached by Jared Kress on April 17th, 2022.
A Church Emptied of Self (Philippians 2:1-11)
April 11, 2022 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBA church that is emptied of self, like Jesus, will be highly effective in its kingdom impact, will glorify God, and will be extremely durable to stand firm in difficult seasons. Part 4 of "These Four Walls." Philippians 2:1-11. Preached by Jared Kress on April 10th, 2022.
A Church Emptied of Self
April 11, 2022 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBA church that is emptied of self, like Jesus, will be highly effective in its kingdom impact, will glorify God, and will be extremely durable to stand firm in difficult seasons. Part 4 of "These Four Walls." Philippians 2:1-11. Preached by Jared Kress on April 10th, 2022.
Transformative Worship
April 03, 2022 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe must be a church committed to the transformative worship of our Triune God, both personally and corporately. It will be the fuel that powers everything we do. Part 3 of "These Four Walls" Romans 11:33-12:1
Transformative Worship (Romans 11:33-12:1)
April 03, 2022 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe must be a church committed to the transformative worship of our Triune God, both personally and corporately. It will be the fuel that powers everything we do. Part 3 of "These Four Walls" Romans 11:33-12:1
Redeemed Through Jesus
March 30, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.24 MBOur new identity involves being redeemed through Jesus Christ. Redemption points to both human sinfulness and God's grace. Ephesians 1:3-8. Part 3 of our midweek series, "Made New."
The Heartbeat of Kirby Woods
March 28, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBGod blesses the world through the channel of His covenant people, on mission. Kirby Woods must be a church after God’s own heart, which beats for the salvation of the lost. Psalm 67. Part 2 of "These Four Walls." Preached by Jared Kress on March 27th 2022.
The Heartbeat of Kirby Woods (Psalm 67)
March 28, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBGod blesses the world through the channel of His covenant people, on mission. Kirby Woods must be a church after God’s own heart, which beats for the salvation of the lost. Psalm 67. Part 2 of "These Four Walls." Preached by Jared Kress on March 27th 2022.
Adopted Into God's Family
March 21, 2022 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.16 MBOur new identity involves being adopted into God's family. Our adoption is based on God's loving and sovereign plan, and it is a reason to worship! Ephesians 1:3-8. Part 1 of our midweek series, "Made New."
We Have Found The Book
March 21, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBGod has told us what He expects from us in The Book. Since our goal is to have a Biblical church, we must live and serve under the authority of The Word of God. 2 Kings 22-23. Part 1 of "These Four Walls." Preached by Jared Kress on March 20th 2022.
We Have Found The Book (2 Kings 22-23)
March 21, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBGod has told us what He expects from us in The Book. Since our goal is to have a Biblical church, we must live and serve under the authority of The Word of God. 2 Kings 22-23. Part 1 of "These Four Walls." Preached by Jared Kress on March 20th 2022.
Chosen By God
March 16, 2022 15:00 - 4 minutes - 3.18 MBOur new identity involves being chosen by God! This truth both humbles and strengthens us at the same time. Ephesians 1:3-8. Part 1 of our midweek series, "Made New."
Principles To Live By & Die For
March 14, 2022 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MB2 Timothy 4:9-18. Preached by Tommy Vinson on March 13th, 2022.
Trust In His Grace
March 09, 2022 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.25 MBWhatever thorn you may be walking through today, you can trust that God's grace will be sufficient to bring you through it. As we finish up this devotional series, we'd like to give a special thanks to Pastor Tommy for all of the wisdom and godly teaching he has given us over these past several months! Stay tuned for what's coming next!
Moving From Fear To Faith
March 06, 2022 23:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB“Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” - Isaiah 41:1 Preached by Tommy Vinson on March 6th, 2022.
The Reason For Our Weakness
March 01, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 3.79 MB"God uses our weakness as a stage to display His own power." - Tommy Vinson Part 2 of our midweek series "The Thorn In The Flesh."
Where Is Your Faith?
February 28, 2022 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB"He said to them, 'Where is your faith?' And they were afraid, and they marveled, saying to one another, 'Who then is this, that he commands even winds and water, and they obey him?'” - Luke 8:25 Preached by Tommy Vinson on February 27th, 2022.
The Thorn In The Flesh
February 22, 2022 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.89 MBWhy does God allow our weakness? For the next few weeks in our devotions, we are going to be taking a look at 2 Corinthians 12 and Paul's struggle with the thorn in his flesh. "And He said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness. Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." - 2 Corinthians 12:9
Doing What We Can, When We Can For Jesus
February 21, 2022 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBJohn 12:1-11 & Mark 14:8-9. Preached by Tommy Vinson on February 20th, 2022.
The Ultimate Super Bowl
February 16, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBThe Ultimate Super Bowl: Defeating Satan in His Own Stadium! Matthew 4:1-11 Preached by Tommy Vinson on February 13th, 2022.