In Sermons:

1. Philemon: The Gospel With Skin On Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 15, 2026

Though Philemon is one of the shortest books in the Bible, it casts a long shadow, reminding us that the gospel doesn’t just change our eternal destination—it changes our relationships, our priorities, and the way we see one another.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles, or something with your Bible on it, I invite you to turn to Paul’s letter to Philemon. I know that’s one of those books that takes more time to find than it does to read, so I want to make sure I give you more time. And hear me say this now, because it’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Three Models Of Mothering (2026)

Contributed by James Jackson on May 11, 2026

This is a reworking of an earlier sermon

Three Models of Mothering (Exodus 1-2) James Jackson / General Adult Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Exodus 2. Today, I want to speak to women who have a heart for children. Notice I didn’t say “mothers.” I hope today is a joyful day for many of you—honoring your mom, celebrating new ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Restored (John 21) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Apr 14, 2026

A four week series on what happened between Resurrection and Pentecost, using the four promises of 1 Peter 5:10-- that God will himself Restore, Confirm, Strengthen, and Establish You

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to John 21. This morning, we’re starting a new series called What Comes Next? The idea came from a conversation I had years ago when I was serving as a children’s minister. It was the Sunday after Easter, and I was talking to a boy I had baptized the week ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

Practice What You Preach-- A Good Friday Meditation Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Apr 3, 2026

On the cross, Jesus put into practice what He preached in the Sermon on the Mount

Practice What You Preach A Good Friday Meditation We’ve all known people who don’t do what they tell others to do. A doctor who warns his patients about smoking… but lights up himself. A dad who tells his teenager to slow down… but drives fifteen over everywhere he goes. If you talk to people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43, Matthew 5:38-45

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoicing And Rejection On The Way To Jerusalem Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 30, 2026

It is possible to celebrate Jesus and still miss Him. On Palm Sunday, the crowd shouted “Hosanna!”—but failed to recognize the King who brings true peace. The question is not what they did with Jesus, but what you will do with Him.

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Luke 19. My nephew got married several years ago in New Orleans. Since he and his bride both grew up there, they had a traditional “second line” parade. Do we have any Louisianians who already know what that is? Alright—then let me explain it for the rest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Given On The Way To Jerusalem Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 25, 2026

Ten men cried out for mercy—and Jesus gave it. But only one turned back to the source of that grace and was saved. In Luke 17, we discover the difference between receiving God’s blessings and returning to Jesus in faith.

Good morning! Please turn with me to Luke17. Years ago, I was on a mission trip to London, talking with a group of high school students. I asked one young man what he thought happens after death. He said, “You try to live a good life, and if Allah is merciful, you might enter paradise.” So I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of Priorities On The Way To Jerusalem Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Mar 16, 2026

Part 3 of "On the Way to Jerusalem"

For my entire childhood, my mother was an avid bowler. Her social life revolved around her bowling league. She had her own team, and she was also on the sub list for the entire league. Anytime someone couldn’t make it, they called my mother. A few months after I was born, once she had recovered ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Everything Happens For A Reason Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 21, 2026

Part 4 of the "God Never Said That" Series. This is an alternate manuscript to the one provided in the Sermon Series kit.

I think most of us would agree — we don’t like going to funerals. It’s not that we aren’t willing to pay our respects. It’s not that we didn’t genuinely love the person who passed. We don’t like going because we don’t know what to say. We’ve all been there. We want to say something comforting. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

God Never Said... Forgive And Forget Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 9, 2026

Part 2 of God Never Said that. This is an original manuscript based on the Sermon Series Kit God Never Said That

I invite you to turn in your Bibles to Matthew 18. Forgive and forget. Let bygones be bygones. That’s all water under the bridge. Time heals all wounds (or maybe it’s “time wounds all heels.” I can never remember which). Have you ever had someone say one of those things to you? Or how about ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Never Said... "i'll Never Give You More Than You Can Handle" Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 1, 2026

Part 1 of "God Never Said That."

Good morning! I invite you to turn with me to the book of 2 Corinthians. When Trish and I lived in Kingsport, Tennessee, we always flew in and out of Tri-Cities Regional Airport. And if you’ve ever flown out of a regional airport, you know there are no big jets. No jumbo planes. You get ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-10, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Making Disciples Who Make Disciples

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 18, 2026

Part three of a series on the mission and vision of our church

[after video of people talking about who discipled them] Pine Lake Baptist Church was old school. Every Tuesday night, we met for visitation. I wasn’t old enough to drive yet, but my mom dropped me off so I could go visitin’. And like every person who showed up for visitation the first time, I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Eve: The True Light Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 3, 2026

A Christmas Eve sermon for a service that includes communion and a candlelight "Silent Night"

[After the “Retooning the Nativity” video, available on Igniter Media] ] That video is a helpful reminder that many of the things we associate with Christmas are more tradition than truth. There weren’t kings. There wasn’t a grumpy innkeeper. Jesus wasn’t born on December 25. That kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

All We Like Sheep

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 20, 2025

For the 4th Sunday of Advent. This sermon is only about 10-15 minutes long, because it followed a children's choir presentation.

Thank you so much, children’s choir! Thank you for leading us in worship, and thank you for giving us such a fresh perspective on the Christmas story. When Mrs. Ashley first told me the concept, that we were going to tell the Christmas story from the perspective of the sheep, I thought it was a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is There A Pink Candle (An Advent Sermon About Joy)

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 9, 2025

Week 3 of Advent is Joy. The Christmas story shows us Joy promised, joy delayed, and joy expressed.

Why’s There a Pink Candle? (An Advent Sermon About Joy) James Jackson / General Adult   Every year during the month of December, we have the Advent wreath onstage. This is my ninth Christmas season as your pastor, and I know we've had it as long as I've been here, and I checked ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Home For Good Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 7, 2025

#7 in "God Wins: The Message of Revelation"

Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Revelation 21. I read an interesting stat this week. According to the American Automobile Association, 119 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles between Christmas and New Year’s. Nearly a third of our entire population will be on the move — ...read more

Denomination: Baptist