Weekly services from New Providence Primitive Baptist Church in Maryville, TN. For more information about NPPBC, go to our site at: www.nppbc.com.
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What can earn you a place in heaven? According to Elder Roger Best’s message, “The Ticket Stamped in Jesus’ Blood,” the answer is not found in good works, church attendance, financial giving, or human effort. Drawing from Titus 3:1-7, this sermon emphasizes that salvation is not earned by works of righteousness, but comes through the mercy, grace, and saving power of Jesus Christ. Elder Best reflects on the importance of obeying God’s direction, even when that means preaching a message again because more people may need to hear it. The central truth of this message is clear: heaven cannot be b
Sometimes we need to stop and remember what it felt like when we first discovered the wonder of salvation. In this powerful message, Pastor Tommy Boring challenges believers to examine whether they have grown comfortable with the greatest gift God has ever given and whether the joy, gratitude, and awe of being born again are still alive in their hearts. Drawing from Galatians 3 and 4, along with 2 Peter 1:12-13, this sermon emphasizes the importance of being reminded of truths we already know. Peter understood that God’s people need continual stirring and renewal. The same gospel that changed
Sometimes the greatest obstacle in our walk with God is not something we need to gain, but something we need to let go. In “Cast it Aside,” Pastor Tommy Boring challenges believers from Hebrews 12:1-3 to identify the weights and sins that hinder their spiritual race and to lay them aside so they can run with patience and keep their eyes on Jesus. Hebrews 12 points us to the “great cloud of witnesses” described throughout Hebrews 11. Men and women such as Abel, Abraham, Moses, and Rahab believed God even when circumstances seemed impossible. Their faith reminds us that victory does not require
A genuine work of God should never leave us sitting still. In “A Call to Get Stirred,” Pastor Tommy Boring challenges believers to examine whether the Holy Spirit is truly stirring their hearts and moving them to action for the things that matter eternally. Using Acts 17 and Paul’s experience in Athens, the message focuses on the moment when Paul saw a city completely given to idolatry and his spirit was “stirred in him.” Paul did not simply notice the darkness around him and move on. His burden led him to speak, preach, pray, and point people toward the true God and the salvation found throug
There are moments in life when fear, uncertainty, and trouble make us wonder if we can keep going. In “The Hand That Holds You,” Pastor Tommy Boring brings a comforting message from Psalm 139 about the unfailing presence, guidance, and protection of God. Psalm 139 reminds us that God knows everything about us and is everywhere we could possibly go. His knowledge reaches our thoughts, words, motives, and struggles, yet He still chooses to lay His hand upon us. Even when we try to hide our failures or run from His presence, God knows where we are and continues to reach for us. The message focuse
There is a danger in thinking we are stronger, wiser, or more spiritual than we really are. In this challenging sermon, Elder Dustin Parks preaches from Luke 18:9-14 about humility, self-righteousness, and the sobering truth that we are all only one step away from backsliding. The message begins with the Pharisee who thanked God that he was not like other people. Elder Parks warns against the same spirit taking root in our own hearts. Church attendance, positions, knowledge, wealth, appearance, or years of service do not make one person more valuable to God than another. Our righteousness is n
What happens when we stop trying to be seen and start making sure Jesus is seen? In this powerful sermon, Pastor Tommy Boring preaches from John 3:22-30 and John 12:32 on the life-changing truth, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” John the Baptist gives us a powerful example of what it means to live for the glory of Christ. He understood that everything good comes from God, that his purpose was to point people to Jesus, and that his joy was found in seeing Christ increase. John refused to take the place of the Bridegroom. Instead, he faithfully served, stood for truth, and directed atten
The promise of resurrection gives believers a hope that reaches beyond this present life. In “Corruptible to Incorruptible,” Pastor Tommy Boring opens 1 Corinthians 15 and focuses on the great change that is coming when Jesus Christ returns. Paul revealed the mystery that “we shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed.” In a moment, at the sound of the trumpet, the dead in Christ will be raised and those who are alive and remain will be transformed. This corruptible body will put on incorruption, and this mortal body will put on immortality. The worn-out, temporary body we have today wil
A subtle compromise can lead to devastating consequences, and in this message, Brother Danny Buchanan, Jr. challenges believers to recognize the danger of allowing even the smallest foothold for the enemy. In “Give Him an Inch, He’ll Take Ten Miles,” he reminds us that Satan rarely begins with obvious rebellion. Instead, he works through small compromises, distractions, and seemingly harmless choices that gradually pull hearts away from God. Using Scripture along with personal testimony and practical application, this sermon emphasizes the importance of guarding your heart, resisting temptatio
From the image of an orchard to the truth of the Gospel, this message reveals what it truly means to be grafted into Christ. In “Grafted In,” Elder Ronnie Blair explores the rich teaching of Romans 11, reminding believers that salvation is entirely by God’s grace and that those who are in Christ are called to bear fruit that reflects Him. Beginning with a personal testimony of unwavering assurance in Jesus Christ, Elder Blair shares how the Lord redirected his message just moments before preaching. Reflecting on over five decades since preaching his first sermon, he points listeners to the unc
What if the problem was never God’s provision, but our response to it? In this thought-provoking message, Elder Steven Howard explores Isaiah 5 and reveals the powerful truth that God has already done everything necessary for mankind to know Him, walk with Him, and experience His grace. Using the parable of the vineyard in Isaiah 5:1-4, this sermon examines how God carefully prepared His vineyard, expecting good fruit, only to find wild grapes instead. The question God asks is still relevant today: “What could have been done more to my vineyard, that I have not done in it?” Throughout this mes
In a time when prayer is often neglected, this message is a powerful reminder that God is still searching for people who will stand in the gap for others. In “God Is Looking for Someone: Will You Stand in the Gap?”, Pastor Tommy Boring challenges believers to answer God’s call to become faithful intercessors for their families, churches, communities, and nation. Drawing from Ezekiel 22:30-31, Pastor Tommy explains God’s heartbreaking search for someone willing to “make up the hedge” and pray on behalf of the people. He also examines Abraham’s intercession for Sodom in Genesis 18, showing how p
Discover what Romans 8:28 really means in this powerful message from Pastor Tommy Boring. While this verse is often quoted as a blanket promise that “everything will work out,” this sermon carefully explains that God’s promise is not a blank check. Instead, it is a promise with clear biblical conditions for those who love God and are walking according to His purpose. Preaching from Romans 8:28, Pastor Tommy explores one of the most treasured promises in Scripture and shows how easily it can be misunderstood when taken out of context. He explains that God is able to work all things together for
From the storms we never expected to the hope we could never create on our own, this powerful message from Pastor Tommy Boring reminds us that God has never abandoned His people in the middle of life’s fiercest battles. In “He’s Never Lost a Ship to a Storm,” Pastor Tommy opens Psalm 107 to reveal God’s faithfulness through every season of hardship, showing that while storms are unavoidable, God’s mercy, power, and presence remain unchanging. This sermon walks through the four pictures of distress found in Psalm 107: the lost soul wandering without hope, the prisoner bound by sin, the sufferin
Living for Christ is about more than what we say. It is about the example we leave behind. In “The Importance of Being a Role Model,” Elder Dustin Parks challenges every believer to consider how their daily life influences their family, church, workplace, school, and community. Drawing from the lives of Barnabas, Noah, Daniel, Joshua, and the disciples, this message reminds us that God calls His people to encourage others, stand for truth, and faithfully follow Him even when it is difficult. Barnabas, known as the “Son of Consolation,” exemplified a life of encouragement, while Noah obeyed God
From the depths of despair to the solid foundation of Christ, Pastor Tommy Boring’s message, “Out of the Pit and onto the Rock,” powerfully illustrates the life-changing work of salvation through Jesus Christ. Using Psalm 40 and the truth of being born again, this sermon reminds us that no one can escape the bondage of sin on their own, but God is able to lift every repentant sinner out of the pit and establish their life upon the Rock. Beginning with David’s testimony in Psalm 40, Pastor Tommy explains the picture of the “horrible pit” and “miry clay” as the hopeless condition of every person
A sobering reminder of the urgency of eternity, Brother Bobby Whitehead’s message, “Repent or Perish,” centers on Jesus’ warning in Luke 13 that life is uncertain and every person must be prepared to meet God. Drawing from the accounts of the Galileans slain by Pilate and the eighteen who died when the tower of Siloam fell, Brother Bobby emphasizes that tragedy and death can come unexpectedly. Jesus made it clear that these people were not greater sinners than others, but His warning remains the same: “Except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.” Throughout the sermon, Brother Bobby shares
What does true repentance really look like? In this heartfelt and convicting message, Brother Keith Mitchell challenges listeners to examine their hearts and respond to Christ with genuine repentance that produces lasting change. Drawing from Mark 1, Luke 13, Matthew 3, Matthew 13, and other passages, Brother Keith explains that repentance is far more than feeling sorry for sin. It is a complete turning away from sin and a wholehearted turning toward God. Jesus Himself began His ministry with the call, “Repent, and believe the gospel,” and that message remains just as urgent today. Throughout
In a world filled with competing voices, conflicting beliefs, and countless ideas about truth, Pastor Tommy Boring brings us back to the unchanging foundation of the Christian faith in this powerful sermon, “One Christ, One Gospel.” Preaching from 2 Corinthians, Pastor Tommy examines the Apostle Paul’s warning that believers must guard against having their minds corrupted from “the simplicity that is in Christ.” Just as the serpent deceived Eve through subtlety, the enemy still seeks to distract people from the only message that saves by promoting another gospel, another spirit, or another ver
This message centers on the greatest decision anyone can ever make: trusting Jesus Christ as Savior. Using Luke 16:19-31, the account of the rich man and Lazarus, Brother Mason reminds listeners that every person will spend eternity in one of two places. While there are many differences among people in this life, when life ends there are only two spiritual conditions: saved or lost. The message begins by emphasizing God’s unconditional love for every person. Regardless of age, past mistakes, church background, or life experiences, God loves each individual and demonstrated that love by sending
This Bible study continues an in-depth examination of prayer by focusing on the importance of humility, private fellowship with God, and developing a consistent, meaningful prayer life. Using Matthew 6:5-13 as the primary text, the lesson contrasts genuine prayer with the prideful, outward displays of religion that Jesus condemned. The study begins by identifying pride as one of the greatest enemies of effective prayer. Jesus warned against praying merely to be seen or heard by others, reminding His followers that those who seek the approval of people have already received their reward. True p
In this Bible study on prayer, we continue exploring the promises Jesus made concerning prayer and examine what it truly means to pray effectively. Beginning in John 16:23-24, we are reminded of Christ’s bold promise that whatever we ask the Father in His name, He will give according to His will. These promises encourage believers to approach God with confidence, faith, and expectation. The lesson emphasizes that powerful prayer is not simply about asking God for what we want, but about developing a closer relationship with Him. The speaker shares his own personal conviction, acknowledging tha
Even in the darkest valleys, God is still faithful. In this encouraging message, Pastor Tommy Boring shares how the life of Jeremiah reminds us that hope is never lost, even when hardship seems overwhelming. Preaching from Lamentations 3, Pastor Tommy walks through Jeremiah’s deep sorrow as he witnessed the judgment of Jerusalem and endured suffering alongside his people. Jeremiah felt abandoned, broken, and without peace, even believing that his hope had perished. Yet everything changed when he stopped talking about God and began talking to God. This sermon highlights the powerful turning poi
In a world filled with uncertainty, heartache, and constant distractions, Elder Dustin Parks delivers an encouraging message from Romans 8 titled, “Not Worthy to be Compared.” This sermon reminds believers that no trial, burden, or suffering in this life can compare to the glory that awaits those who belong to Christ. Drawing from Romans 8:18-39, Elder Dustin explores how the enemy works to keep people focused on fear, discouragement, bad news, and worldly concerns. Whether it’s personal struggles, family hardships, sickness, anxiety, or the pressures of everyday life, Satan seeks to distract
