Jonathon

Baptist Bible Church

Expository preaching from Baptist Bible Church in Sparta, MI, where our mission is to engage and mobilize in a life of discipleship.

Whether you missed a Sunday service, want to revisit a message, or are seeking Bible-centered teaching to strengthen your faith, this podcast is for you. Join us as we proclaim the Word of God, apply its truth to everyday life, and call each listener to wholehearted devotion to Jesus.

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18 May 2026

May 17, 2026 - Resist Sermon #1: What is Spiritual Warfare? | Ephesians 6:10-18 | Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What is spiritual warfare really—and how should Christians fight the battle? In this opening message of the Resist series, we examine the confusion surrounding spiritual warfare in both the church and the culture. Some deny the existence of Satan altogether, while others become consumed with sensational ideas and practices that go beyond Scripture. But what does the Bible actually teach?Through...

11 May 2026

May 10, 2026 - Mom’s on Mission | Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What is the true mission of motherhood? In this special Mother’s Day message, we are reminded that the calling of a godly mother is far greater than managing schedules, meals, and daily responsibilities. From Deuteronomy 6, this sermon explores God’s design for mothers to faithfully disciple the next generation—to help their children know God, love God, and obey Him.This message also challenges...

04 May 2026

May 3, 2026 – Final Instructions for a Faithful Church | 1 Corinthians 16:5–24 — Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What does a faithful, mature church actually look like? In the closing verses of 1 Corinthians, Paul leaves us with more than travel plans—he gives a final, urgent call to action. These verses challenge believers to move beyond passive faith and into active, Spirit-shaped living.In this sermon, we see the necessity of committed church life, the reality of opposition in gospel work, and the...

28 April 2026

April 26, 2026 — Giving | 1 Corinthians 16:1–4 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI

What does faithful, God-honoring giving really look like? In this message from 1 Corinthians 16:1–4, we explore five timeless truths that reshape how we think about generosity. Giving is not merely a financial act—it is an act of worship, a reflection of trust, and a response to God’s abundant grace.This sermon walks through the biblical pattern of giving through the local church, showing how...

21 April 2026

April 19, 2026 – The Glorified Body | 1 Corinthians 15:35–58 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What will your body be like in the resurrection? In one of Scripture’s most hope-filled passages, the Apostle Paul answers this question with clarity and wonder. In this sermon, we explore how our future resurrection bodies will be transformed, imperishable, powerful, and ultimately reflective of the glory of Christ Himself.Paul moves from illustration to application, showing not only what awaits...

13 April 2026

April 12, 2026 – The Resurrection Changes Everything | 1 Corinthians 15:29–34 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What if the resurrection isn’t just something you believe—but something that reshapes everything about how you live? In this message from 1 Corinthians 15:29–34, we see that the resurrection of Jesus is not a side doctrine—it is the foundation of our faith, the basis of our salvation, and the driving force behind a transformed life.Paul confronts empty religion and calls believers to anchor their...

06 April 2026

April 5, 2026 — “The Resurrection” | 1 Corinthians 15:12–28 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI

What if the resurrection never happened? And what if it did? On Easter Sunday, this message walks through 1 Corinthians 15:12–28 to show how everything hinges on the empty tomb. If Christ has not been raised, our faith collapses—leaving us in sin, without hope, and trusting in a lie. But if He truly rose, then everything changes: sin is defeated, death is conquered, and eternal life is secured...

31 March 2026

March 29, 2026 – Gospel Reminder | 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What if the most important truth you know is the one you most need to remember today? In this message from 1 Corinthians 15:1–11, we’re called back to the foundation of our faith—the Gospel. The “good news” is not just where the Christian life begins; it’s where we stand, grow, and persevere.This sermon walks through the heart of the Gospel: Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again on...

24 March 2026

March 22, 2026 – How Jesus Builds the Church | 1 Corinthians 14:1–40 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What actually builds a healthy church—powerful experiences or clear truth? In this passage, Paul redirects our focus from confusion to clarity, showing that Jesus builds His church through the understandable proclamation of His Word. In 1 Corinthians 14, the contrast between tongues and prophecy reveals a bigger principle: love-driven, orderly, and intelligible communication is essential for both...

17 March 2026

March 15, 2026 - The Greatest of these is Love | 1 Corinthians 13:8-13 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

Spiritual gifts were highly prized in Corinth—and they remain a source of debate in the church today. But Paul directs our attention to something far greater. While certain gifts were temporary and served a specific purpose in God’s unfolding revelation, love is eternal.In this message, we explore:Why Paul teaches that some spiritual gifts would one day ceaseHow the “partial” and the “perfect”...