Sermons

Today Brother Nathan brings a message from Matthew 20.

There are many instances in God’s word were we are commanded to “always” be doing something. In todays message, Brother Nathan expounds upon these various commandments.

Today the Church partook of the Lord’s Supper as given to us in the scriptures. Brother Nathan brings a message from Corinthians 11 on the proper observation of the Lord’s Supper.

This mornings message begins with Matthew 6. Brother Nathan expounds on the topic of prayer.

“The Importance of the Resurrection of Christ”

“For who hath despised the day of small things” God uses small things to bring about great things. Today, Brother Nathan brings a message, starting with Zechariah 4:10.

Todays message, Elder Meeks expounds on the topic of Miracles.

In this message, Brother Nathan takes an in-depth look at sanctification.

Today brother Nathan speaks on the “offensiveness of the Cross”.

Pastor Nathan Meeks brings a message this morning on the subject of adoption. Adoption is the foundation of the doctrines of grace.

In this message, Bro. Nathan looks to Galatians 1:4-5. There Paul gives us the objective of Christ’s death, the manner in which his objective was accomplished, the reason why Christ died, and the proper response to Christ’s death.

In this first message of the New Year, Bro. Nathan looks at the word “RENEW” in Scripture and the ways in which we become renewed.

This message was recorded at Taylors Creek Primitive Baptist Church near Swayzee, Indiana on December 27, 2020. In this message, Bro. Nathan looks to Joshua 3 and attempts to bring lessons for us as we face the unknown future.

In this message, Pastor Nathan Meeks looks at the several uses of the word “ready” throughout the Bible. GOD is READY; GOD has made somethings READY; and GOD desires that we are READY.

Today, Elder Meeks brings a message from Psalms 23.

Today’s sermon begins with Psalm 119:18. As the Psalmist David, our prayer should be for God to open our eyes.

Today’s message comes from 1 Corinthians 11:23-34. In this chapter, the Appostle Paul gives direction on how the Lord’s Supper is to be observed.

“As the days of Heaven upon the earth”. Todays message comes from the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 11.

Today Elder Meeks brings a message from Ephesians, chapter 3.

Todays message comes from Ecclesiastes chapter 3. Verse 8 tells us that there is a time to love, and a time to hate. Elder Meeks takes a more indepth look at when is there a time to hate.

“The Supremacy Christ” Elder Meeks brings a message today from Colossians.

Today’s Sermon is on the topic of “Walking” The word walking is found over 390 times in the Bible. Listed in as Elder Meeks expounds on walking with God.

The word “Good” is used over 800 times throughout the Bible. Today’s message, Elder Meeks takes a deeper look into what this word means in the scriptures.

Today’s message comes from the Gospel of John. Chapter 21, Jesus ask the question “Lovest thou Me?”

Today Brother Meeks brings a message on the topic of purging. Several scriptures are covered that deals with this topic.

Today’s message, Elder Meeks brings a message on the topic of fear. The message begins with Isiah 41:10, were we are told to “Fear Not”.

Today’s message brings a lesson from two of Jesus’s parables. “The Parable of the Talents”, Mathew 25:14, and “The Parable of the Pounds”, Luke 19:11. While there are many similarities between these two, they are two different parables.

Today’s sermon, Elder Meeks finishes up in the book of James with chapter 5.

Pastor Nathan Meeks begins in James 4:13 as he finishes the 4th chapter of James in his expository series. James 4:13-17 deals with the will of God and the response we have to it in our lives.

Pastor Meeks continues his studies in James and begins in chapter 4:1 wherein James writes about overcoming fightings.

Pastor Nathan Meeks continues his studies in the book of James and starts in chapter 3:1-12 where James exhorts us to Overcome the Tongue.

This morning, Pastor Meeks looks to Phil 3:10 as he examines the Apostle Paul’s greatest desire to know HIM and the power of HIS resurrection.

In this message, Pastor Nathan Meeks looks to Psalm 20:7 as he brings a message on “Trusting GOD, not His blessings.”

“Overcoming the Unprofitable Faith” Today Elder Meeks continues the study in James, starting with James 2:14. Listen in as we look deeper into the topic of faith.

Today’s message continues on in James with the start of chapter 2.

With today’s message, Elder Meeks finishes out James, chapter 1, with verses 19-27. In these verses, James talks of us deceiving ourselves.

Today Elder Meeks continues the study on the book of James. The book of James was written to address the problems of spiritual immaturity. We begin with James 1: 13-18.

Elder Meeks brings an expository sermon on the book of James. It is believed that the book was written by James, the half brother to Jesus. While not a devoted believer at first, James goes on to become a pillar … Continued

Doubting. All of Gods children at one time in their life has doubt. While doubt is not a sin, it can separate us from the fellowship with God. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds on the subject of doubting.

Proverbs 16:25 tells us “There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death“. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds on the meaning of this verse.

Today Elder Meeks brings a message on the Sovereignty of God.

Today’s sermon is on the Patriarch, Enoch. Being only one of two men that did not experience death, but was taken by God, Enoch was known to be a man that walked with God. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds … Continued

Quench not the Spirit. Today Elder Meeks brings a message from 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Elder Meeks continues the study on the Trinity. Today’s message is on the second part of the Trinity, Jesus Christ.

This morning, Elder Meeks brings a message on the third member of the Trinity, the Holy Ghost.

Elder Meeks brings a message on God’s promise to us. Hebrews 13:5 tells us that the Lord will never leave us, nor forsake us. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds on this topic.

“The Rain of Grace” Elder Meeks takes us through various scriptures to demonstrate how the grace of God is liken to the natural rain. The message begins with Proverbs 16:15.

Elder Meeks brings a message on giving thanks to God for all things. We begin with 2 Corinthians 4:15.

“The story of Uzzah“. Elder Meeks brings a message from 2nd Samuel 6.

“Coming to Christ” There are six main expressions in the bible on coming to Christ, four are passive on our part. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds on this topic of coming to Christ.

Second Chances. Beginning with 2 Timothy 4:11, Elder Meeks brings a message on how our Lord is the God of second chances. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds on this topic.

The Views of Aging. Elder Meeks brings a message on aging, beginning in Ecclesiastes 12:1.

The Six Steps to Avoid Worldliness. Elder Meeks brings a message from 1 John 2:15, were the Apostle John instructs to love not the world.

Elder Meeks brings a message on standing for God. His message begins with Joshua 24:14.

The Bible uses the word better, more than 115 times. Elder Meeks teaches on two of the uses from Ecclesiastes 7:1, A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one’s birth.

Elder Meeks teaches from Genesis 6:13, demonstrating how the ark is one type, or foreshadowing, of Jesus Christ. Listen in as Elder Meeks expounds upon this subject.

The Dew of thy Youth. Jesus never grows old and he never grows tired. The gospel message still has the “Dew of thy youth”. Listen in as Elder Meeks teaches from Psalm 110:3.

Hope for Healing. No situation is hopeless, if the Lord is in it. Elder Meeks teaches from II Chronicles 7:14.

Elder Meeks teaches from Matthew 24:24.

House of the Lord. Elder Meeks teaches from Palms: 122.

Elder Meeks teaches on “The Red Heifer as a Type of Christ“, as recorded in the 19th Chapter of Numbers. One similarity is the “sprinkling” of the blood. When referring to the verses about the “ashes”, he asks, “Do you … Continued

Elder Meeks begins in II Timothy 3:1-5 as he teaches a message on, “The Last Days“. We are currently living in the third dispensation of time which is referred to in The Bible as “The Last Days”.

Elder Meeks answers the question, “What would GOD have us to ‘esteem’?” He begins with Luke 16: 15, “… that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God”. First, and foremost, GOD would have us … Continued

Elder Meeks uses the account in Mark 14: 1-9 of the woman with the alabaster jar to teach the message, “There is No Waste in The Service to GOD”. DOESN’T THE LORD DESERVE OUR BEST?

Elder Meeks begins in Ps 37:23-24 as he looks at “The Traits of a Good Man”.

Elder Meeks begins with II Corinthians 4:17 in which the Apostle Paul talks of “Our Light Affliction”. Brother Nathan also reminds us of Job 14:1 which records, “Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full … Continued

Elder Meeks teaches out of Luke 15 on “The Parable of the Prodigal Son.” Verse 20 showed that once the prodigal son had resolved to return his father, he took immediate action–an example to us all.

Elder Meeks begins in Hebrews 10: 21-22 as he teaches on “An Approachable GOD”. Let us “draw near” as we desire a continual and daily relationship with Jesus Christ.

Elder Meeks begins in Proverbs 23:23 as he teaches “Buy the Truth, and Sell It Not”. Brother Nathan’s first point is that there IS an absolute truth.

The expression “Take Heed” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message. He begins in Hebrews 3:12, “Take heed, breathren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.”

Elder Meeks studies the account of “The Healing of A Blind Man”, as recorded in John 9: 1-37. Brother Nathan taught that the man did not seek after Jesus, but Jesus sought him and made him new. “Therefore if any … Continued

Elder Meeks teaches from Matthew 5 in which is recorded the Sermon on the Mount.  His focus is in verses 1-11,  commonly known as “The Beatitudes”. Download Audio File

Pastor Meeks begins in Matthew 26: 36-47 as he teaches, “The Importance of Prayer During Times of Sorrow”.  We should pray to GOD as Jesus did in the garden of Gethsemane, “Thy will be done.”   Download Audio File or … Continued

Elder Meeks begins in Ecclesiastes 3:1-7  which describes the seasons of life.  In today’s message, Brother Nathan looks specifically at “A Time to Keep Silence”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

The Lord Passed By. Pastor Nathan describes the three ways the Lord passes us by. “We want the Lord to pass us by while passing by”. Please listen to this sermon as Pastor Nathan expounds on this topic. Download Audio … Continued

Learning from Hezekiah.   Listen, or download Download Audio File.

Elder Meeks looks at the account of the woman with the issue of blood, as recorded in Matthew, Mark, and Luke.  When word of the healing of this woman was spread, all that were diseased were brought to Jesus.  “And … Continued

Elder Meeks teaches on “Prisons” in our lives.  We learn that we must not be controlled by the circumstances in life, but we can find liberty in Jesus Christ as we surrender to His authority, direction, and limitations.  As the … Continued

Elder Meeks teaches on the subject of “Hell” and begins with the account of Lazarus and The Rich Man, as recorded in Luke 16: 19-31.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks explores the subject of “A Troubled Heart” and begins in John 14: 1-3.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in I Thessalonians 1:3 after he asks the question, “Does Faith Save Us Eternally?”  Among other things, we learn that faith is an “evidence”– it does not change reality or circumstances, but does point to the truth. … Continued

Elder Meeks teaches out of Chapters 6-8 of Judges on the account of Gideon.  As Gideon led his 300 men in the fight against the Midianites, they were, “…faint, yet pursuing them.” (Judges 8:4)  Brother Nathan’s message for the new … Continued

Elder Meeks begins with the account of the birth of Jesus in Matthew 1: 18-25.  Brother Nathan teaches, “Our GOD is with US” in many ways.  One of those ways is that Jesus is “with us” in reconciliation with God, “…  God … Continued

Elder Meeks begins in Romans 12: 17-21 with his message on “Revenge“.  He admonishes that seeking revenge is contrary to the will of GOD.  “Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.”  (Romans 12: 21)   Download Audio … Continued

“Being Holy” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.   GOD instructs   “… be ye holy …”   in Leviticus 20:7 and 1 Peter 1:15 and 16.   Download Audio File or Listen

In Colossians 3:15 we are instructed, “…be ye thankful”.  Elder Meeks begins there as he looks at “The Unthankfulness of Men.”  In II Timothy 3: 5 the “unthankful” are included in a list of those “from such turn away”.   … Continued

Elder Meeks begins with “The Parable of the Workers”,  Matthew 19:27 through 20:16.   He reminds us that we are truly blessed to be able to serve.     Download Audio File or Listen:

“The Grown Child” is the title of Elder Meeks’ message, and he begins in Matthew 18: 1-3.  He first rightly divides the term “the kingdom of heaven”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Crowns for The LORD’s People” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  He begins in I Corinthians 9:24-25.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches on “The Struggle of The Slothful” and begins with Proverbs 24: 30-32.  We are reminded of  the consequences of failure to follow the instruction of The LORD: “But if ye will not do so, behold, ye have … Continued

I Kings 20:28 is where Elder Meeks begins with his message on “The Valleys in Our Lives”.     Solomon 2:1 “I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in Psalm 2:7 as he looks at “The Eternal Sonship of Jesus Christ.”   Download Audio File or Listen:  

“For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us” is the title of the message this morning.  Elder Meeks begins with his text verses– I Cor 5:1-8.  We need to purge sin from our lives and adopt lives of obedience. … Continued

“What the Unregenerate Cannot Do” is the subject of the message this morning.  Elder Meeks starts in John 3:3, where Jesus taught  “…Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Our Mind Towards Church” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  He begins in Nehemiah 4:6 “…for the people had a mind to work,” reminding us that our mindset is very important.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“GOD is Thy Refuge” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message.  His text verse is Deuteronomy 33:27, “The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms…”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“The secret things belong unto the Lord our God…” (Deut 29:29) is where Elder Meeks begins, as he teaches, “Six Things That We Don’t Know“.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins his message on “Pride” by reminding us of a familiar proverb: “Pride goeth before destruction…”. (Prov 16:18)   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in James 5:11 as he teaches on “The Compassion of GOD”.  Compassion is sympathy coupled with action.  GOD’s compassion always makes a difference–it fixes the problem!   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins with I Peter 3:7 as he teaches how there may exist many “Hindrances to Prayer”.   Download File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in Genesis 42: 1-2 for his message, “There Is Corn in Egypt!”.  The Gospel message provides temporal salvation to the regenerate child of GOD.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“The Will of God” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message and he begins in Romans 12: 1-2.  He poses a question– “Many people say they would “die for The LORD, but will you “live for The LORD”?  Will you present your body as … Continued

The title for Elder Meeks’ message this morning comes from Deuteronomy 33:25, “..As thy days, so shall thy strength be..”.  Each day, we are dependent upon our LORD and should be thankful for His free grace.   Download Audio File or … Continued

“Thorns: From Curse to Crown” is the title of today’s message.  Elder Meeks begins with a curse described in Genesis 3: 17-18.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Following Righteousness” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message and he begins with Proverbs 21: 21, “He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks studies “The Death of Jesus Christ”.  He begins by noting the fulfillment of prophecies, such as is written in the 22nd Psalm.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches some of the many ways Jesus Christ is “The Greater Solomon” referred to in Matthew 12: 42.   Download Audio File or Listen:  

“Godly Mothers” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  He begins in I Samuel with Samuel’s mother, Hannah.  He also looks at Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Eunice, the mother of Timothy, noting character traits that all … Continued

“…Happy is that people, whose God is the Lord.” (Ps 144:15)  Elder Meeks teaches this morning on the subject, “Happy”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins with Galatians 6:14 as he studies, “Paul’s Glory”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“The Adolescent Christ” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message.  His text verses are, Luke 2:41-52.   Download Audio File or Listen:  

Elder Meeks begins in Exodus, Chapter 12, to study “The Historic Context of The LORD’s Supper”.  I Cor 5:7 “…For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us: …”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins with his text verses: II Peter 3: 13-18.  His message is entitled “Growing in Grace and in Knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ”, and he teaches ways we can and need to grow (progressive sanctification). … Continued

“What Seek Ye?” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message and he begins in John 1: 35-38.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in Psalm 18:3 with his lesson on, “The Worthy Unworthies”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins with Amos 4:12 in his study on, “Prepare to Meet Thy God”.  We learn that here is an “invitation”, a “challenge”, and a “summons”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in Song of Solomon 6:4 as teaches on the interesting subject, “Banners“.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks studies the Ninth Chapter of 2 Samuel as he looks at, “Mephibosheth: A Picture of Grace“.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks looks at “The Love Which Jesus Has For Us.”  He begins in              I Samuel 18:1 as he find similarities in the love that Jonathan, Saul’s son, had for David.   Download Audio … Continued

Elder Meeks begins his study of “Jesus Walking on the Waters” with the account recorded in Matthew 14: 22-33.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins in Galatians 4: 21-31 as he teaches on, “The Allegory of The Two Covenants”.  He begins by noting that the covenants to which Paul here refers do NOT include “The Everlasting Covenant”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches, “The Lord is Our Necessity and Sufficiency.”  He begins in Luke 5: 1-11.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins his look at “The Birth Of Christ”, as recorded in Luke 2: 1-14.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches his second part on the subject of Joseph.  His study on “Joseph as a Type and Figure of Jesus Christ“, begins in Genesis 37:12, a passage where Joseph is found feeding the flock.   Download Audio File or … Continued

Elder Meeks begins in the 37th Chapter of Genesis as he looks at the account of The Life of Joseph.  Next week he hopes to look at Joseph as a “type of Christ”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches on the subject, “Pleasing GOD”, and he begins in I Thes 4:1.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks looks at the information about which The Apostle Paul said he would not have GOD’s children “ignorant”.  He begins in Romans 1:13.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches on “The Four Faithful Sayings of The Apostle Paul”.  The first is recorded in I Timothy 1:15.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Mercy” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning, and he begins in Micah 7: 18-20.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks reminds us that, “GOD is able”, and begins in II Timothy 1:12.   Take comfort: GOD is all-powerful, all-present, and all-knowing.   Download Audio or Listen:

Elder Meeks explains many of our “Duties to One Another”, as described in scripture.   He begins with Hebrews 10:24, “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and good works:”   Download Audio or Listen:

Elder Meeks studies the account of the cleansing of Naaman, as recorded in the Fifth Chapter of II Kings, to teach that “The Obedience of a Child of GOD Can Bring About Temporal Blessings.”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks continues his study of the term “Manna”.  This week’s message explains, “Manna As a Type of Christ”, and he begins in John 6: 32-35.   Download Audio File or Listen:  

“The Humiliation and Exaltation of Jesus Christ” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message.  He begins in verse 9 of Psalm 41, which is one of the Messianic Psalms.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins with James 5:11 for his message on “Patience”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks began in Romans 5: 12-14 with his message entitled, “Adam: A Figure of Christ”.  In verse 14, Paul described Adam as “…the figure of him that was to come.”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks examines, “The Words Jesus Spoke to the Thief on the Cross.”  He begins in Luke 23: 32-43.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teachs on “Insights of the Sightless”.  His text scripture is Mark 10: 46-52.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks’ message this morning is entitled, “JESUS: The Friend of Sinners.”  Jesus was called “a friend of publicans and sinners” in Matthew 11:19.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Jealousy” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  He begins by reminding us that GOD is a jealous GOD.  “I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my … Continued

Elder Meeks’ message this morning is on “The Heart”, and he begins with Genesis 8:21.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches on the subject of , “GOD, ‘Our Father’.”  His first reference to scriptures is Romans 1:7.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Things That GOD Cannot Do,” is the title of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  He begins by reminding us  “Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and … Continued

Elder Meeks’ message is entitled “Things to Remember”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks looks at the first Chapter of John as he poses the question, “What Was the Message of John the Baptist?”          John 1:29  “…Behold the lamb of God…”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches on “The Promised Land” and begins in Deuteronomy 11: 10-12.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks spoke on the subject of  “Honor”.  He begins by teaching that there are differences between the terms “Honor” and “Glory”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks looks at the subject of “Husbands and Wives” this morning.  His text scripture is Ephesians 5: 17-33.   Download Audio File or Listen:

II Timothy 3: 16 & 17 are the text verses for Elder Meeks’ message on “The Scriptures”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks refers to the 20th Chapter of John as he brings a message on “The Life-Changing Resurrection”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Angels” is the subject of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“Justification” is the topic for Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  His text verses are: Romans 3:24, Romans 5:9, Romans 4:2, and James 2:24.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks shows us an example of why we need all four gospels as he looks at “Mary’s Gift to Honor Jesus”. The first record he studies is in Matthew 26: 6-13.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“The Attributes of Jesus Christ” is the title of Elder Meeks’ message this morning.  He begins in Philippians 2:5.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks begins with Hebrews 12:1 as he delivers a message on “Spiritual Endurance”.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Isaiah 2:2-3 is where Pastor Meeks begins with his message on “The Mountaintop Church.”   Download Audio File or Listen:

Pastor Meeks begins his study on “The Two Salvations” by comparing Philippians 2:12-13 with II Timothy 1: 8-9.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Elder Meeks teaches that “Singing is a Moral Duty,” and begins with the 100th Psalm.   Download Audio File or Listen:

As Pastor Meeks studies, “The Story of David and Goliath,” in the 17th Chapter of  I Samuel, he notes many examples of how the life of David is a picture of Jesus Christ.   Download Audio File or Listen:

“The LORD Has Called His People to Be Diligent,” is the title of today’s message.  Pastor Meeks begins in Proverbs 10:4.   Download Audio File or Listen:

Pastor Meeks begins with II Timothy 4:13 for his message, “Paul’s Cloke and Parchments.”   Download Audio File or Listen: