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Wycliffe Bible Fellowship Church, 1740 Walton Way, Augusta, GA (2026)

06/07/2026

June 7, 2026
Sermon Title: A Lack of Faith
Scripture: Mark 6:3-11
Rev. Joseph L. Ivey
A lack of faith is the absence of trust, confidence, or belief in someone or something. It can manifest across different contexts, from religious beliefs to personal relationships. In this particular text there is the power of unbelief to hinder God’s work, and the calling of believers to step out in faith and service. Jesus commissions the twelve disciples to spread His message of repentance, teaching them to rely entirely on God and to move on gracefully when met with rejection.
Point 1: Rejection (Mark 6:4). Vs. 4 says “But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, but in his own country, and among his own kin, and in his own house.”
Jesus returns to His hometown to teach, but the locals stumble over His ordinary background. Because they knew Him merely as the local carpenter and Mary's son. They refuse to accept His divine authority. But this does not make His work any less important. A person does not need to be respected or honored to be useful to God. If friends, neighbors, or family don’t respect your Christian work, don’t let their rejection keep you from serving God. God operates on a very different measure of value than the world does. We don’t live on the respect or honor from the world, only by God’s measuring stick. God focuses on the Heart: He looks at internal motives, faith, and obedience rather than outward status or social standing.
Point 2: He looked for a positive response (Mark 6:5-6). Vss. 5-6 says “and he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed them. 6 And he marvelled because of their unbelief. And he went round about the villages, teaching.”Jesus could have done greater miracles in Nazareth, but He chose not to because of the people’s pride and unbelief. The miracles He did had little effect on the people, because they did not accept His message or believed that He was not from God. Jesus looked elsewhere, seeking those who would respond to His miracles and message. They responded with a lack of faith and deep-seated knowledge hindered them from receiving Jesus’ miracles. There is a danger in a lack of faith which is being hard-hearted. This is where a person has an attitude of doubt. So many people miss out on their blessings of their response to God rather than demonstrating their faith to Him. A response is a general reply or acknowledgment, whereas a rejection is a specific, negative response indicating refusal, denial, or non-acceptance. While all rejections are responses, not all responses are rejections. Take Moses at the Burning Bush: When God called Moses to lead the Israelites (Exodus 3:11), Moses offered multiple excuses, feeling inadequate. Instead of rejecting Moses for his hesitation, God responded with patience, reassurance, and provided Aaron to assist him. Don’t surrender to a lack of faith. Surrender to Jesus.
Point 3: Your responsibility to Jesus (vss. 7-8,10-11). Then Mark says in vss. 7-8 “And he called unto him the twelve, and began to send them forth by two and two; and gave them power over unclean spirits;8 And commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money in their purse:” Jesus sent His disciples out in pairs. It was faith over preparation: By traveling with only a walking stick and the clothes on their backs, the disciples were forced to completely rely on God for their daily provisions and protection. There was an advantage in going out in twos: which they could strengthen and encourage each other.Vss. 10-11 says, “And he said unto them, In what place soever ye enter into an house, there abide till ye depart from that place.11 And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear you, when ye depart thence, shake off the dust under your feet for a testimony against them.” Jesus instructs His disciples on how to respond if a town rejects their message. The message is one of grace, discernment, accountability and responsibility. When His disciples shook the dust from their feet after leaving a Jewish town, it was a mental picture as a sign that could remain separate from people who had rejected Jesus and His message. Jesus made it clear that the listeners were responsible for what they did with the gospel. The disciples were not to blame if the message was rejected, as long as they had faithfully and carefully presented it. We are not responsible when others reject Christ’s message of salvation, but we do have the responsibility to share the gospel clearly and faithfully. When you have done all that you could do, shake the dust off your feet. Shake the dust off your feet when people reject you for the Word.
If this post has been a blessing to you, please “like” it and share it with someone. We invite you to worship with us each Sunday morning in the Tubman Education Center Auditorium. Sunday School is 8:30 and Worship Service starts at 9:30. You may contact the church at 706 840- 5525 or by mail at WBFC, P. O. Box 3130, Augusta, GA 30914. We gladly accept donations that will be used in Kingdom Building and for the Building Fund. You may also send donations through Cash App : $Wycliffebfc. All donations are tax deductible and contribution reports are mailed out in January. Please visit our web page at Wycliffebiblefellowshipchurch.com. Thank you in advance!

06/03/2026

May 31, 2026
God Grows the Church
Rev. Joseph L. Ivey

05/31/2026

May 31, 2026
Sermon Title: God Grows the Church
Text: I Corinthians 3:5-9
Joseph L. Ivey, Pastor
It is difficult to plant a church in any soil, physically and spiritually. But the most difficult is hard soil. Soil becomes physically hard to plant in when it lacks tiny space—the tiny gaps that hold air and water. Without these spaces, plant roots cannot push through the dirt, and water simply runs off the surface instead of sinking in. In the same way it is difficult to plant and water the soil of a church. The "Spiritual soil" represents the condition of the heart, mind, and habits. To plant seeds of faith, growth, or peace, your inner soil needs to be rich in knowing, cultivated by daily disciplines, free from the "weeds" of negativity, and well-rooted in love. In this particular text, we find that Paul criticizes the Corinthian church for their spiritual immaturity and petty divisions. He reminds them that human church leaders are simply humble servants working for God, and that true spiritual growth comes from God alone.
Point 1: A warning for the needs of the planting and watering (I Cor. 3:5-7). Vss. 5-7 says, “Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers through whom you believed, as the Lord gave to each one? 6 I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase. 7 So then neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase.”
Paul warns the church against division and pride by showing that human leaders are merely God's instruments. The ultimate warning is to avoid elevating human teachers over God, recognizing that God alone is the source of all spiritual growth and accomplishment. No individual leader (like Paul or Apollos) is important on their own. They are simply "fellow workers" doing their assigned tasks. Placing your faith in human leaders dishonors God.
Paul's broader warning in verses 10-15: that church leaders must build carefully on the foundation of Jesus Christ, because God will eventually test the quality of their work with fire. So often, we get sidetracked when we look at how smart people are and we lose focus on God. We see their work, but we don’t see Jesus. Jeremiah 17:5 (New King James Version) says “Thus says the LORD: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man And makes flesh his [a]strength, Whose heart departs from the LORD.

Point 2: Watering God’s plants in the field (3:8). Vs. 8 says “Now he who plants and he who waters are one, and each one will receive his own reward according to his own labor. God is the Source: Human effort (planting and watering) is useless without God. He is the One who gives the growth. He does the heavy lifting: The leaders have different roles—planting seeds of the gospel and watering them—but it is God who brings the spiritual growth and "increase" to the church. The Bible tells us that, planting and watering are agricultural figures of speech that is used to describe the human role in sharing the gospel and nurturing our faith. While believers are responsible for doing the work, the scriptures shows that only God has the power to create life and produce spiritual growth.
• Planting: represents the initial sharing of the "seed," which the Bible defines as the Word of God. It happens when someone first hears the good news of Jesus Christ or is introduced to God's truth.

• Watering: represents the ongoing discipleship, mentorship, prayer, and encouragement needed to help faith take root. It is the continuous teaching and loving support that nourishes someone as they learn to walk with God.
Believers often have different roles in their spiritual journey. One person might introduce someone to Christ, while another may come alongside them later to help them grow. God does the growing: Christians do not have the power to force someone to believe or mature spiritually. The responsibility of the believer is simply to be faithful in the tasks of planting and watering, while leaving the results entirely up to God.
Point 3: Working in God’s field (I Cor. 3:9). For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building.
Believers belong to God: The church is collectively "God's field" and "God's building," not the property of any man. Even with the shift of the figure of speech Paul's meaning is clear. We are called to work. We are called to spread the Gospel to others; we work to keep the Gospel alive in the soil of our own lives. Matthew 9:37-38 - New King James Version says,
Then Jesus said to His disciples, “The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers.”
It’s God's Field, Not Ours: Calling God the "Lord of the harvest" is a reminder that the work of salvation belongs to God. Believers are the laborers who are invited to participate in His work, trusting that He is the One who ultimately prepares the hearts of people. As believers, we are called to work in the church as we know her. Called to work together as one body of Jesus. We are workers, not the source of salvation. We are not saviors. God is using us as instruments for Him to do His will. When we work in His field there is no room for competition or division among believers. Paul compares the Corinthians to spiritual infants. Because they were still plagued by jealousy, arguing, and "acting like people of the world." He could not teach them deep spiritual truths. The truth of the matter is that God grows the church. We do not own anything. The weight of the world is too heavy to carry, only God can carry it in the name of Jesus.
If this post has been a blessing to you, please “like” it and share it with someone. We invite you to worship with us each Sunday morning in the Tubman Education Center Auditorium. Sunday School is 8:30 and Worship Service starts at 9:30. You may contact the church at 706 840- 5525 or by mail at WBFC, P. O. Box 3130, Augusta, GA 30914. We gladly accept donations that will be used in Kingdom Building and for the Building Fund. You may also send donations through Cash App : $Wycliffebfc. All donations are tax deductible and contribution reports are mailed out in January. Please visit our web page at Wycliffebiblefellowshipchurch.com. Thank you in advance!

05/27/2026

May 24, 2026
With Forgiveness Comes Consequences
Rev. Joseph L. Ivey

05/24/2026

May 17, 2026
When Enough is Enough
Joseph L. Ivey, Pastor

05/24/2026

May 24, 2026
Sermon Title: With Forgiveness Comes Consequences
Text: Galatians 6:7-9
Joseph L. Ivey, Pastor
"With forgiveness comes consequences" really means that God’s forgiveness erases the spiritual penalty and condemnation of sin. It does not necessarily erase the earthly consequence of that sin.
There are always consequences for our actions. It would be a surprise if you planted corn and pumpkins came up. It’s a natural law to reap what you sow. It is true in other areas too. Such as, if you gossip about your friends, you will lose their friendship. If you plant to please your own desires, you’ll reap a crop of sorrow and evil. If you plant to please God, you’ll reap joy and everlasting life. In Galatians 6:7-10 (KJV) it’s the universal spiritual law of "sowing and reaping". It teaches that our actions have natural and spiritual consequences: what we invest our time, energy, and resources into will determine what we ultimately experience in life.
Point 1: Your actions lead to consequences (Vs. 7). Vs. 7 says, “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Our lives are governed by a spiritual principle of sowing and reaping. Our choices and actions produce corresponding consequences. It warns us that we cannot deceive God, showing that investing in selfish, worldly desires leads to destruction, while investing in the Holy Spirit results in eternal life. Forgiveness is achieved through sincere confession, genuine repentance, and taking responsibility for actions, allowing relationships to heal. Take David and Bathsheba in (2 Samuel 12:13) for instance: After committing adultery with Bathsheba and murdering her husband, David repented. The prophet Nathan told him, "The Lord also has put away your sin; you shall not die. “He faced severe, lasting consequences for his actions with Bathsheba and Uriah. Nathan prophesied that the sword would never depart from his house, his wives would be taken and taken publicly, and his infant son would die. Our actions lead to consequences that only God knows would happen. Practice planting to please God when you sow then you will reap the joy of the Lord.
Point 2: Choices have consequences (Vs. 8). Vs. 8a says “For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; Here is a spiritual principle of sowing and reaping: choices have consequences is a warning that living for selfish, fleshly desires leads to destruction (corruption). "Soweth to his flesh" (Destruction): is investing time, money, or energy into selfish desires, sinful behavior that results in "corruption"—and spiritual emptiness. These are choices that we make to satisfy the flesh which leads to corruption. We don’t have to make empty choices because they lead to destruction. Make your choices wisely then your consequences will be joyful!
Point 3: Character of the believer (Gal. 6:8b). 8b says “but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.” Paul now clarifies this principle of sowing and reaping, in the context of the Spirit of God. Paul demonstrates in his letter that it is possible to "sow to the flesh," which is to invest our lives in serving ourselves, through the core of mistakes. This removes eternal guilt. Which is acknowledging and agreeing with God about our sins. Which is confession that leads to guaranteed forgiveness and cleansing, based on God’s character rather than our own efforts. With forgiveness comes Consequences and we know that forgiveness does not eliminate accountability. You can be forgiven while you still need to answer for your actions. Forgiveness sets you free from the burden of the act and repairs the spiritual/personal connection, while accountability and consequences ensure growth and maintain justice.

If this post has been a blessing to you, please "like" it and share it with someone. If you are without a church home and would like to be a part of our fellowship, please contact the church office at 706 840 5525. Someone will reach out to you. Come help us grow by joining us for Sunday School and Worship each Sunday morning starting at 8:30 at the Tubman Education Center in the Auditorium, located at 1740 Walton Way, Augusta, GA. If it is placed on your heart and would like to support this ministry, please send donations and correspondence to: Wycliffe Bible Fellowship Church; P. O. Box 3130; Augusta, GA 30914 or by Cash App - $Wycliffebfc. Financial donations are used in Kingdom Building and will be used to help WBFC to move to a permanent location. All donations are tax deductible and donations statements are mailed out yearly.
Thank you in advance for all your support!

05/17/2026

May 17, 2026
Sermon Title: When Enough is Enough
Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 KJV
Joseph L. Ivey, Pastor
What is it that you have had enough of?
Do you know why you have had enough?
Do you know where to turn for help?

Normally, when you have had enough of something or someone. Normally, you know what it is and why you are refusing to turn to the right place.

For example, it could be leaving toxic relationships, quitting a draining job, setting firm boundaries, or prioritizing mental health over excessive obligations.

Normally, it is not normal to be in such a situation and this is why enough is enough. It wares, you down until it’s enough. We try to handle things on our own until we are too weak to handle them. Good! This is where God wants us to be so weak we will depend on Him.

In essence, enough is enough occurs when your self-respect and well-being require you to stop tolerating a situation to look for strength in God.

In this particular text we find Paul telling the Church of Corinth about his vision and revelations. He was sharing with them an experience which had humbled him.
He wanted them to know that God’s strength is perfect and most clearly displayed in human weakness. Paul learns that his limitations and "thorn in the flesh" are not hindrances, but counsel for God's sufficient grace is enough. This led him to boast in his weaknesses so Christ's power may rest on him.
Point 1: Don’t be self-sufficient (II Corinthians 12:7-8). We don’t know what Paul’s thorn in his flesh was, because he doesn’t tell us. Some have suggested that it was malaria, or a disease of the eyes (see Gal. 13-15).
Whatever the case, it was a hinderance to his ministry, and he prayed for it to be removed three times; but God refused him three time. Paul was a very self-sufficient person, so this thorn must have been difficult for him.
Paul asked for healing and did not receive it. But he received a greater healing from God, which was stronger character, humility, and an ability to understand with others from God.
In addition, it benefited those around him as they saw God at work in his life. God, according to His sovereign plan, does not heal some believers of their physical ailment. We don’t know why some are spared and others are not.
God chooses according to His divine purpose. Our task is to pray, to believe, and to trust. Paul is living proof that holy living and courageous faith do not ensure instant physical healing. When we pray for healing, we must trust our bodies to God’s care.
Point 2: God’s grace is sufficient (II Cor. 12:9a). Vs. 9a says “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee:”
Although, God did not remove Paul’s physical affliction, He promised to demonstrate His power in Paul.
What are you dealing with right now? Maybe you have been dealing with being self-sufficient so long that you are insensitive to the fact that God knows all about it.
He does know all about it, but do you know how to turn it over to Him? He wants you to know that He knows. He wants you to know that His grace is sufficient for you.
God's grace was enough for Job by providing the necessary strength to endure extreme suffering, sustaining his faith despite the huge loss and physical pain.
It allowed Job to maintain his integrity, ultimately leading him to a deeper, personal revelation of God rather than just knowledge about Him.
Job’s faith was unwavering because he knew that God would meet him wherever he needed God to meet him.
Point 3: His strength is perfect in weakness (II Cor. 12b). Vs. 9b says “for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
When we recognize our limitation, we will not try to congratulate ourselves. Instead, we should turn to God to seek His pathway for effectiveness. We must rely on God for our effectiveness rather than on our own energy and talent.

Our weakness helps us to develop our Christian character. It also deepens our worship, because we are admitting our weakness, when we say enough is enough and rest on God. What is your thorn? What is causing you to think you are strong? You are not strong in yourself!

Matthew 6:33 King James Version says, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

We are to prioritize God’s reign, will, and character over material worries, believing God’s promise to provide our needs. It calls for trusting God rather than self-preserving.

Stop Relying on Self: Acknowledge that you cannot fix the situation alone.

Declare God's Word: Consistently state what God says about your situation rather than focusing on the problem.

Jesus is enough!

05/14/2026

May 10, 2026
Sermon Title: A Mother's Influence
Text: Exodus 2:8-10
Joseph L. Ivey, Pastor

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