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Proclaiming the Whole Counsel of God
A Contract of Commitment
Nehemiah
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Are you truly prepared to align your daily life with the promises you have made to the Lord? Pastor Matt Morrell examines the solemn vow taken by the people of Israel in Nehemiah 10, challenging believers to move beyond mere words and formalize their commitment to faithful, obedient living.

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Matt Morrell
Dr. Matt Morrell serves as Senior Pastor of Fourth Baptist Church, committed to the expository preaching of God's Word and the shepherding of God's people.


Senior Pastor
Dr. Matt Morrell serves as Senior Pastor of Fourth Baptist Church, committed to the expository preaching of God's Word and the shepherding of God's people.
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A Contract of Commitment
Are you truly prepared to align your daily life with the promises you have made to the Lord? Pastor Matt Morrell examines the solemn vow taken by the people of Israel in Nehemiah 10, challenging believers to move beyond mere words and formalize their commitment to faithful, obedient living.
To Whom It May Concern
Are you living your life with a clear sense of purpose and mission for the kingdom of God? Pastor Matt Morrell examines Romans 15:14-21 to highlight the apostle Paul's commitment to gospel ministry and the responsibility of every believer to participate in the advancement of Christ's message.
Confession of Sin and Communion with God
Is your approach to God a mechanical routine or a genuine pursuit of intimacy? Pastor Matt Morrell examines Nehemiah 9 to show how the Israelites prepared their hearts through fasting, confession, and the reading of Scripture. This message highlights the vital connection between acknowledging our sin and experiencing true communion with God.
The Unity of Believers, part 4
Is your life characterized by the harmony and acceptance that Christ modeled for His people? Pastor Matt Morrell examines Romans 15:7-13 to explain how believers are called to welcome one another just as Christ welcomed them, ultimately bringing glory to God. Through this passage, Pastor Matt Morrell highlights the power of the Holy Spirit in producing hope and unity within the body of believers.
Look Up!
Where do you turn when you feel overwhelmed by the contempt or trials of this world? Seth Grotzke examines Psalm 123 to illustrate the necessity of fixing our eyes upward toward the Lord in humble dependence. This message encourages believers to maintain a posture of constant prayer and reliance upon God's mercy during seasons of difficulty.
Embodying the Great Commission
Are you actively participating in the mission Christ left for his followers, or have you sidelined your role in the kingdom? Jeff Newman examines 1 Thessalonians 1 to challenge believers to embody the Great Commission through intentional discipleship and a life that reflects the gospel. This message encourages the church to move beyond passive attendance and embrace the active, transformative work of making disciples.
The Five R's of Revival
Is your heart truly hungry for the transformative power of God's Word? Pastor Matt Morrell examines the revival at the Water Gate in Nehemiah 8, highlighting how a renewed commitment to scripture leads to genuine worship and lasting spiritual joy.
Names of God: Discovering God in Psalm 23
Have you ever considered how the character of God provides the ultimate security for your soul? Pastor Matt Morrell examines the profound truths of Psalm 23, guiding the congregation to discover the comforting nature of God as our Shepherd. This message highlights how resting in His identity brings peace and restoration to the believer.
A City of People
What does it truly mean to be a people set apart for God's purposes? Pastor Matt Morrell examines the census and organization of the people in Nehemiah 7, highlighting how God preserves His remnant and prepares them for the work of building His kingdom. Through this passage, Pastor Matt Morrell encourages the congregation to recognize their identity as part of God's faithful assembly.
Names of God: Jehovah Tsidkenu
Do you ever feel that your own efforts to be good fall short of God's perfect standard? Pastor Matt Morrell explores the name Jehovah Tsidkenu, "The Lord Our Righteousness," revealing how Jesus Christ provides the perfect righteousness we cannot achieve on our own. Through this study of Jeremiah 23:5-6, we learn how God graciously clothes believers in His own holiness.
Names of God: Jehovah Nissi
When you face the battles of life, where do you turn for victory and protection? Pastor Matt Morrell examines Exodus 17:8-16 to reveal how God serves as our banner, providing strength and triumph to His people in the midst of conflict.
Names of God: Jehovah Shammah
Have you ever felt truly alone in the midst of your darkest struggles? Paul Harmon examines the promise of Ezekiel 48:35, revealing how the name Jehovah Shammah assures believers that God is perpetually present with His people regardless of their circumstances.
Names of God: Jehovah Jireh
How do we trust God when He asks us to surrender what is most precious to us? Roberto Coelho examines the account of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22 to reveal how Jehovah Jireh, the Lord who provides, meets our deepest needs through His perfect character. The message highlights that God’s ultimate provision is not just material, but the redemption found in the substitute He provided for our sin.
Delight in Your Salvation
Is your current joy anchored in the shifting circumstances of this life or the unshakable reality of your eternal inheritance? Josh Bunger examines 1 Peter 1:3-12 to demonstrate how believers can maintain genuine delight in their salvation through the certainty of Christ's resurrection. By focusing on this living hope, he encourages the congregation to persevere through present trials with a perspective fixed on the glory to come.
Names of God: Jehovah Shalom and Peace Chasing
Can true peace exist in the midst of overwhelming conflict and fear? Jeremy Stephens explores the story of Gideon in Judges 6 to reveal how Jehovah Shalom provides a supernatural peace that surpasses human understanding, even when we feel defeated by our circumstances.