Within the next few weeks, our family will say goodbye to a little boy who, over the past year, has become a part of our home. He has, and will always have, a deep place in our hearts. Simply put, we love him. The parting will produce much sorrow. The tears are already flowing. Yet, knowing that he is being adopted into a Christ-loving “forever family” gives us great joy and helps to ease the pain. But as grateful as we are for the family who has chosen to lovingly embrace him into the folds of … [Read More...]
Bible Studies
The LORD Our Portion: The Path to Obedience (Psalm 119:57–64)
What brings you joy? There is no doubt that we are creatures of desire—we want things. Whether it is greater economic stability, the desire for deeper friendships, less loneliness, we all want something. Perhaps, in light of Ephesians 6, you want children who are more attentive to your words. Perhaps you want some time to simply get away from the rush of life. Regardless, we are all seeking chasing after happiness—after joy and well-being. But my question for you as you is, where are you … [Read More...]
God Tearing Three Curtains at Calvary (Matthew 27:45–54)
Sermon summary: At Calvary, God tears the curtain of the flesh of his beloved Son Jesus on the cross, and he tears the curtain of the temple that stood in front of the Holy of Holies. Has God torn the curtain that lies over your heart to understand and experience the salvation that flows from the sufferings of Christ? Sermon text: Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, … [Read More...]
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The Gospel
What is the gospel? In short, the gospel is the good news of what God has done for believing sinners in Jesus Christ. This is the essence of the gospel. But the gospel is not merely news to be reported (though it is that), it is also news that demands a response. We might arrange the … read more
Officers and Staff
The Bible teaches that there are two appointed church offices: elders and deacons. The qualifications for church officers are set forth very clearly in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. BBC is serious about biblically qualified men filling these offices. Below, we will introduce you to … Read more
Pursuing Membership
We are pleased that you have expressed interest in joining the membership of Brackenhurst Baptist Church. We are often asked what steps should be taken by those who desire to be members of our church. The decision to join in membership with a local church is a serious and … Read more