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Rev. Clint Smith Podcasts
Sermon Direct Link 9/28/25 Rev. Clint Smith Better Hope (Hebrews 7:11-19) A covenant is a solemn promise between parties to carry out certain commitments. In the Bible, covenants or testaments are oath bound, relationship-forming commitments that reveal God’s redemptive plan for restoring humanity. God covenants stretching from the Noahic to the Ne…
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Sermon Direct Link 9/21/25 Rev. Clint Smith Better Hope (Hebrews 7:11-19) Hope is a powerful word. In the darkest nights and through our toughest struggles, we, as humans, cling to hope. There are still those who use hope as wishful thinking, like saying, “I hope so.” Biblical hope is confident expectations, a firm assurance about things that are u…
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Sermon Direct Link 9/14/25 Rev. Clint Smith How Great This Man Was (Hebrews 6:13-20) The Hebrew Scriptures provide a timeline that spans approximately 1,656 years from Adam’s creation to the beginning of Noah’s Flood. From the Flood to the birth of Abram, there is an additional 292 to 352 years. Then, from Abram to Moses, we find another 600 to 700…
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Sermon Direct Link 9/7/25 Rev. Clint Smith Because God Promised (Hebrews 6:13-20) God is holy, and He cannot lie. He does not conform to a culture’s standard of purity; He is the standard. His holiness is absolute, marked by infinite purity that cannot change. Because He is holy, every word He speaks is true. He never deceives, distorts, or misrepr…
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Sermon Direct Link 8/31/25 Rev. Adrian Staley Anchored in Hope (Hebrews 6:1-12) The post Anchored in Hope (Hebrews 6:1-12) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.By Rev. Clint Smith
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Sermon Direct Link 8/24/25 Rev. Clint Smith Milkshakes and Well-Done Steaks! (Hebrews 5:9-14) When we look at the life of Jesus, we see a perfect model of obedience. God the Son was always watching, always attentive, to see where God the Father was at work, and He joined Him. That is how He lived every day of His ministry. And this same Jesus who m…
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Sermon Direct Link 8/17/25 Rev. Clint Smith High Priest vs Great High Priest Forever (Hebrews 5:1-11) If we are honest, as Americans we often don’t fully grasp the Biblical job description of the high priest given to Moses in the Old Testament. The high priest was the supreme religious leader of Israel. His office was hereditary, traced from Aaron,…
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Sermon Direct Link 8/10/25 Rev. Clint Smith 24/7 Access (Hebrews 4:14-16) Have you ever been given access to box seats? That feeling of being trusted with something exclusive or allowed into a restricted space can be incredibly empowering for some. There’s something about knowing you have access, or even more, that you belong in a confidential spac…
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Sermon Direct Link 8/3/25 Rev. Clint Smith Faith to Enter God’s Rest (Hebrews 4:1-13) Most people enjoy rest, perhaps a vacation to a special place, a day with no agenda, or simply some free time to unwind. From the very beginning, God modeled rest for us when He rested on the seventh day of Creation. He not only established the rhythm of earthly r…
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7/27/25 Rev. Steve Simpson Sermon Direct Link The Necessity of Obedience (Hebrews 3:12-19) 1. Obedience protects us from a hardened heart (v12-13) 2. Obedience confirms our faith (v14-15) 3. Obedience spares us from consequences of rebellion (v16-19) The post The Necessity of Obedience (Hebrews 3:12-19) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.…
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7/20/25 Rev. Clint Smith Sermon Direct Link This House Has Hope (Hebrews 3:1-13) Most people, if not all, desire to be part of something special or important at least once in their lifetime. We often find ourselves wondering, “Will people remember me when I’m gone?” The good news for Christ-followers today is that God has a word for you. Hebrew (an…
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7/13/25 Rev. Clint Smith Sermon Direct Link The Devil’s Destruction and Our Deliverance from Death (Hebrews 2:14-18) People often fear death, it is the great unknown, a mystery common to all humanity. The Bible tells us that it is appointed for every person to die once, and after that comes judgment. Death is real, judgment is real, and—thankfully—…
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7/6/25 Rev. Clint Smith Sermon Direct Link In God We Trust (Hebrews 2:5-13) Although God is not bound by time, He knows and controls the future. On a specific day at a specific moment in history, Jesus, in His divine nature, brought deity to Earth, and approximately thirty-three years later, He took humanity back to Heaven. He is both the Son of Go…
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6/29/25 Rev. Clint Smith Sermon Direct Link Warning: Check for Spiritual Drift (Hebrews 2:1-4) It is possible for a floating vessel to drift away from a dock. Likewise, a vessel at sea can drift and be knocked off course. Typically, such drift is caused by wind, current, or other natural forces, but more often, it results from human error. Human fa…
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Sermon Direct Link 6/22/25 Rev. Clint Smith Angels, Jesus, and the Voice of God (Hebrews 1:1-14) Throughout history, humans have often held unbiblical or worldly views of angels. In some religions and belief systems, angels receive more attention and devotion than God Himself. Yet, angels are mysterious beings, distinct from humans in both nature a…
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Sermon Direct Link 6/15/25 Rev. Clint Smith A Call to Worship: The Rock Song (Psalm 95:1-11) Having a Biblical theology of worship is essential to living the Christian life. This theology is grounded in the overarching narrative of Scripture, which reveals God’s desire for His people to worship and adore Him. True worship is God-centered and shaped…
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Sermon Direct Link 6/8/25 Rev. Clint Smith The LORD said to my Lord (Psalm 110:1-7) Have you ever prayed and said, “God, I just want You to speak to me?” Often, we wait, looking up to the sky for a sign. When nothing happens, we may walk away thinking God must be busy, or worse, we might misinterpret something as ordinary as a drifting cloud and as…
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Sermon Direct Link 6/1/25 Rev. Clint Smith Who Do You Think You Are? (Psalm 8:1-9) The question of identity has been a focus for humanity since the beginning of time. In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve were faced with the task of understanding their own identity, as well as recognizing the distinction between their existence and God’s. From the ve…
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Sermon Direct Link 5/25/25 Rev. Clint Smith Say Continually, “The LORD be Magnified!” (Psalm 40:1-17) David wrote Psalm 40 in two parts: first, as a prayer – song of thanksgiving to God, and then transitioning into a lament and a heartfelt cry for help. He declared the LORD to be trustworthy and believed with confidence that God would deliver him f…
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Sermon Direct Link 5/18/25 Rev. Clint Smith Choosing Your Shadow (Psalm 102:1-28) People often have a limited view of life. If we are not careful, like the Psalmist, we can become consumed with the problems of the present. Yet also like the Psalmist, we have the opportunity—through prayer—to share our thoughts and feelings with the only One who can…
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Sermon Direct Link 5/11/25 Rev. Clint Smith Bye-Bye Busybodies Part 2 (1 Timothy 1:18-20; 2 Thessalonians 3:13-18) In the Church, when a brother or sister chooses to live in open sin, we are called by the Head of the Church—Jesus Christ—to address the matter lovingly and gently, beginning in private. We must never treat them as an enemy, but as a f…
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Sermon Direct Link 5/4/25 Rev. Clint Smith Bye-Bye Busybodies Part 1 (Colossians 3:22-24; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12) What Is the Christian Work Ethic? The Christian work ethic is rooted in Scripture and exemplified by the Apostle Paul’s instructions to the Believers in Thessalonica. Paul commanded the Christians there to separate themselves from evil …
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4/27/25 Rev. Clint Smith Sermon Direct Link Stand Firm, Pray in Hope, Wait Patiently (2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5) We all need encouragement. The Apostle Paul gave thanks for and encouraged the believers in Thessalonica as they endured persecution. With wisdom and inspiration from the Holy Spirit, he not only warned them of serious events to come but …
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4/27/25 Charles Goodman Sr. – Gideons International Message Gideons Message Direct Link https://gideons.org/donate The post Gideons International Message appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.By Rev. Clint Smith
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Sermon Direct Link 4/20/25 Rev. Clint Smith What Happened? (Luke 24:1-12; 1 Corinthians 15:1-7) The Gospel of Jesus Christ stands or falls based on His resurrection. If the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been raised either. But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. Just as death ca…
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Sermon Direct Link 4/18/25 Rev. Clint Smith A Good Friday Reflection: The Invitation to God’s Place (1 Peter 3:18) Hopefully, in life, we’ve all experienced the joy of being invited to a special place or occasion—perhaps a beautiful wedding or a meaningful celebration. These moments remind us of love, connection, and something greater than ourselve…
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Sermon Direct Link 4/13/25 Rev. Clint Smith Why Jesus, Why the Cross? (Luke 23:32-56) Although they knew the truth about Jesus, Pilate, the chief priests, the rulers, and the people rejected Him and called for His death. Three criminals were scheduled for crucifixion that Passover, but only two were punished. The One who knew no sin—innocent, sinle…
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Sermon Direct Link 4/6/25 Rev. Clint Smith Preparations, Plans, Promises, and Prayers at Passover (Luke 22:1-71) “Passover” and “Unleavened Bread” are used synonymously in the New Testament. Technically, there is a difference between them. Passover refers to the sacrificing of the lamb on the afternoon of the fourteenth of Nisan. The Festival of Un…
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Sermon Direct Link 3/30/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in the Gospel (Luke 19:1-10, 28-44) Doctor Luke provides us with a well-ordered account of Jesus’ movements and motives leading up to His crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. The heart of God was on display as Jesus passed through Jericho (the City of Palms), ascended the Mount of Olives, and ultim…
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Sermon Direct Link 3/23/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in the Gospel (2 Thessalonians 2:9-17) The Apostle Paul redirected the believers in Thessalonica from the overwhelming evil of the last days to joyful thanksgiving for their present and future blessings in God. Today, God calls us to keep our focus on Him through His Word. With God’s love overflowing…
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Sermon Direct Link 3/16/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in the Coming of Our Lord (2 Thessalonians 2:1-12) The coming of the Lord Jesus for His Church has been a subject of debate, confusion, and false teachings throughout the history of the Church. Many, weary and troubled by these disagreements, have turned to the Scriptures to seek God’s truth and unde…
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Sermon Direct Link 3/9/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in God’s Grace, Goodness, and Power (2 Thessalonians 1:1-12)Within a short period, the Apostle Paul, along with Silas and Timothy, sent another letter to the Thessalonian Church. In it, Paul shared his prayers for them, encouraged their spiritual growth, and corrected their errors. His deep love for t…
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Sermon Direct Link 3/2/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in Christian Conduct (1 Thessalonians 5:12-28) The leaders of the local Church are given authority by the Head of the Church — Jesus Christ. He is the Head because He holds everything together and is the Savior of the Church. As a result, the Church is neither a dictatorship nor a democracy; it is a t…
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Sermon Direct Link 2/23/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in God’s Timing (1 Thessalonians 5:1-11) Disciples of Christ have been curious about when He will return for His Church even before the birth of the Church at Pentecost (Acts 1:6-7). However, Jesus emphasized that His disciples should not focus on the when, but on the what concerning the Kingdom. The…
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Sermon Direct Link 2/16/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in Jesus’ Death, Burial and Resurrection (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) We are thankful to God that He used cultural pressures to prompt the Apostle Paul to leave Thessalonica. Likewise, we are grateful that Paul continued to love the Thessalonian Church and completed his first instructional discipleship …
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Sermon Direct Link 2/9/25 Rev. Mike Shaffer Hopeful Expectations (1 Thessalonians 4) The post Hopeful Expectations (1 Thessalonians 4:1-12) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.…
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Sermon Direct Link 2/2/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in Fellowship with God and the Church (1 Thessalonians 3:6-13) God has a people! His people come from every nation, tribe, people, and language. The love of God flows in and through His people, who make up the Church. The Apostle Paul deeply loved the Church at Thessalonica, and they, in turn, loved h…
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Sermon Direct Link 1/26/25 Rev. Mike Shaffer Hopeful Expectations (1 Thessalonians 3) The post Hopeful Expectations (1 Thessalonians 3) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.By Rev. Clint Smith
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Sermon Direct Link 1/19/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in the Word of God (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16) The Apostle Paul was bold in his gospel witness when addressing the Thessalonians. He thanked God that the message he preached was received not as the word of men but welcomed as the divine word of God. Paul preached the supernatural truth of the gospel of…
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Sermon Direct Link 1/12/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in God our Witness (1 Thessalonians 2:1-12) “Do you promise to tell the truth, the whole truth, so help you God?” This question and the accompanying oath or affirmation are commonly heard in courtrooms, where eyewitness testimony adds credibility to a case. Paul addressed his Christian brothers and s…
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Sermon Direct Link 1/5/25 Rev. Clint Smith Hope in the Power of God (1 Thessalonians 1:1-10) Scholars estimate that Paul traveled around 10,000 miles during his missionary journeys—roughly the equivalent of walking coast to coast across the United States three and a half times. What motivated him? His mission was clear: to bring people to salvation…
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Sermon Direct Link 12/29/24 Rev. Clint Smith Every Spiritual Blessing (Ephesians 1:1-23) As we close out the year, we hear the Apostle Paul encouraging the Church with God’s divine plan of salvation. We praise God for revealing the divine mystery of His will. Paul addresses the saints (God’s people) who are in Christ. A key spiritual blessing is th…
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Sermon Direct Link 12/22/24 Rev. Clint Smith The Savior, Christ the Lord (Hebrews 6:13-20) When studying the Word of God, one of the most trustworthy phrases in all of Scripture is, “And it came to pass…” God has always faithfully been in the business of communicating His love to all generations. For those who have received His truth by faith, the …
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Sermon Direct Link 12/15/24 Rev. Clint Smith Oath of Hope (Hebrews 6:13-20) According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary [an oath is a solemn attestation of the truth of one’s words or the sincerity of one’s intentions; specially one accompanied by calling upon a deity as a witness]. In Genesis 22:1-17, the LORD made a binding oath with Abraham. Because…
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Sermon Direct Link 12/8/24 Rev. Clint Smith Who Is He? (Isaiah 9:6-7) Isaiah’s name means “the salvation of Jehovah.” He was the Prophet who received and prophesied the visions God gave him concerning the coming Messiah. The days in which he lived were dark, and the Nation of Israel was in sinful rebellion of God. Yet, the Prophet spoke of a future…
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12/1/24 Rev. Mike Shaffer Sermon Direct Link Prepared on Purpose (Titus 3:1-15) The post Prepared on Purpose (Titus 3:1-15) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.By Rev. Clint Smith
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11/24/24 Rev. Eddie Ildefonso Sermon Direct Link The Terms of Discipleship (Luke 9:23-27) The post The Terms of Discipleship (Luke 9:23-27) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.By Rev. Clint Smith
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Sermon Direct Link 11/17/24 Rev. Danny Hedgepath Confidence in Who Jesus Is (Hebrews 12:1-2) The post Confidence in Who Jesus Is (Hebrews 12:1-2) appeared first on Town Creek Baptist Church.By Rev. Clint Smith
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Sermon Direct Link 11/10/24 Rev. Clint Smith God’s Saving Grace (Titus 2:11-15) The Apostle Paul, in his letter to Pastor Titus, was speaking about the appearing of our great God and Savior Christ Jesus when he wrote about the remarkable, undeserved grace of God that made salvation possible for mankind. God’s saving grace is for all—older men, olde…
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Sermon Direct Link 11/3/24 Rev. Clint Smith Fidelity of Good Doctrine (Titus 2:1-10) After exposing false teachers and their impure doctrines, Paul turned his attention to instructing Pastor Titus on how he should live, what he should teach, and how to counsel the various age groups within the communities on the island of Crete. He emphasized that …
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