Sermons by Mr. Ben Bessett

Sermons by Mr. Ben Bessett

What Are You Living For?

In Philippians 3:1–11, the apostle Paul gives us a guide for living that leads to eternal life with Christ. Mr. Ben Bessett preaches Paul’s instruction to guard ourselves, Paul’s past resume (old identity), and Paul’s great exchange (his new identity). “Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have…

Character Built through Sanctification

In Philippians 2:19–30, the apostle Paul explains how believers can be further sanctified as they face and conquer their trials. Mr. Ben Bessett describes character, the process of sanctification, and how Paul shows them in his own life, in Timothy’s life, and in Epaphroditus’ life. “So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men, for he nearly died for…

Now Get to Work!

In Philippians 2:12–18, the apostle Paul prescribes a life of holiness for those who follow Christ. Mr. Ben Bessett preaches a life of sanctification and service for those who are redeemed with God working through us to accomplish His good pleasure. “Be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom…

The Only Way to Exaltation

Philippians 2:9–11 explains that following Christ’s earthly life of humiliation and His death on the cross, God the Father exalted Him so every tongue would confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Mr. Ben Bessett presents Christ as the blueprint for our lives, so that following our humility and self-denial, we too can be exalted in glory. “Therefore God has highly exalted…

The Mindset of Unity

In Philippians 2:1–4, the apostle Paul uses Christ as our example of humility and concern for the church family. Mr. Ben Bessett asks whether our mindset reflects Christ, whether we show compassion for the church family, whether our words and actions disrupt unity within the church, and whether we can we become even more humble. “Complete my joy by being of the same…

Life’s True Meaning and Purpose

In Philippians 1:21–30, the apostle Paul presents an example of living faithfully for Christ and the wonderful reward that awaits believers. Mr.  Ben Bessett teaches that the gospel of Jesus Christ brings meaning and purpose to the life and death of the believer. Christians have a life of peace and hope because we can serve the Lord here and now, and in the life to come…

Building Our Character Through Joy

How do you view conflict? How do you respond to difficult circumstances? The apostle Paul responded to his conflict and affliction with joy and hope in the Lord his God. Listen and learn how we may do the same in Christ as Mr. Ben Bessett preaches on Philippians 1:12–20. “Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus…

Eternally Secure in Christ

“Once saved, always saved.” Is this true? Can a Christian lose his or her salvation? What is salvation? Are you a Christian? Listen as Mr. Ben Bessett addresses questions like these as he preaches on Philippians 1:6 on the believer’s eternal security in Christ. “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus…

Suffering Together Joyously

Christians are to suffer together joyously in the ministry of the gospel. The church in Philippi and the apostle Paul partnered together in the gospel and in suffering for the gospel. Listen as Mr. Ben Bessett preaches on Philippians 1:1–11 on the reason for our joy and how to deal with suffering. “It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you…