FBC Benbrook Sermons

Standing on the Promises

Most of us know the story of Peter denying Jesus, but few of us connect Peter's personal testimony of God's faithfulness to preserve our faith during times of testing and suffering. Peter knew that the God of all grace would restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish us as we stand firm in our faith and endure the trials that might cause us to stumble in our faith. (Matthew 26.69-75) April 18, 2021

The Legacy of Judas

In Part 4 of the Story of the Cross, we take a look at the betrayal of Jesus by Judas. The legacy of Judas is a vivid reminder that there always have been and always will be wolves among the flock of God's people, that betraying motives still exist, that Satan still works to plant seeds of betrayal, and that remorse is not the same as reconciliation (Matthew 27.3-10) April 11, 2021

He is Not Here, Now What?

What does one do when they see the tomb is empty and that Jesus is alive? We either must declare Him to be an imposter or grab hold of His feet and worship Him. The gospel of Matthew reminds us why Jesus is worthy of our worship: Jesus died on the cross for our sins, Jesus has all authority, Jesus is God, Jesus commands us to obey Him, and Jesus dwells within us. (Matthew 27.62-28.20) April 4, 2021

Who Is This?

When Jesus entered Jerusalem for the last week of His life on earth, on what we call Palm Sunday, there was one question hanging over that moment: "Who is this?" Those who had been following Jesus answered it one way, the crowds in Jerusalem answered it another. But the gospel writer helps us to see this entire moment through the lens of Psalm 24. Who is this? The King of Glory. (Matthew 21.1-11) March 28, 2021

A Gospel Understanding of Work

What is "work"? Is work something we should seek to avoid? Is there something about being a follower of Christ that changes how we view work? What is a gospel understanding of this thing called "work"? (2 Thessalonians 3.6-15) March 21, 2021

Does Prayer Really Make a Difference?

The apostle Paul asked the church to pray for him that the word of the Lord would spread rapidly and that God would deliver him from wicked and evil men. Did their prayers make a difference? Paul's testimony is that they did, and it encourages us to pray for in others with biblical depth and expectancy. (2 Thessalonians 3.1-5) March 14, 2021

Therefore, Stand Firm

There was a rumor going around in the city of Thessalonica that Jesus had already returned. The apostle Paul helped the church to understand that before Jesus returns, two things must happen: the rebellion must come and the man of lawlessness must be revealed. And in light of these two realities, the church must stand firm in their faith. (2 Thessalonians 2.1-17) March 7, 2021

Four Truths About the Spiritual Gift of Prophecy

The apostle Paul urged the church in Thessalonica to "not despise prophecy." As we think about the spiritual gift of prophecy, we are reminded of how this gift is really an expression of God's love for us. Join us as the explore four biblical truths about the spiritual gift of prophecy (1 Thessalonians 5.12-22) February 21, 2021.

Four Gospel Truths About the Second Coming of Jesus

We all want to know when Jesus is coming back, but the apostle Paul reminds us of four gospel truths about His return: (1) we are in the middle of the gospel story, (2) the Day of the Lord will come both suddenly and after certain signs, (3) our hope is that we will be saved by grace through faith from the coming wrath of God, (4) and the reality of the second coming changes how we live today because we belong to the Day. (1 Thessalonians 5.1-11) February 14m 2021

Urgent Memo: Meeting with Christ, Be There

There is an important meeting in the future, a meeting where the followers of Christ will be caught up with the Lord Jesus Christ when He returns. The dead in Christ will be there. Those who are alive at His coming will be there. Will you be there? (1 Thessalonians 4.13-18) February 7, 2021 - Steve Hammond, Guest Preacher