Mt Calvary Baptist Church

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

Today we celebrate Labor Day. Here are some thoughts on what God says about labor/work:

The Bible teaches that work is a sacred purpose designed by God to help people honor Him, provide for their families, and serve others.

Work is part of God's design:
God worked to create the universe and gave humans the task of caring for the earth from the beginning.

Work as service to God:
Believers are told to work with enthusiasm and integrity, treating their daily tasks as if they are working directly for Christ rather than just human bosses (Colossians 3:23-24).

Diligence and provision:
Scripture praises hard work and teaches that working diligently brings stability and a way to help those in need(Ephesians4:28)

Condemnation of laziness:
The Bible warns that laziness leads to poverty and hunger, noting that those who are able to work should earn their own food (2 Thessalonians 3:10–12).

The necessity of rest:
Just as God rested after creation, the Bible commands a weekly rhythm of rest, known as the Sabbath, to prevent exhaustion and trust God for provision (Exodus 20:8–10).

09/06/2026

Sunday morning, September 6, 2026

09/05/2026

At this time tomorrow our church doors will be open. Read the passage below from Proverbs. Make it a point to be in church somewhere and bring someone with you. We’d love to invite you to worship with us.

09/04/2026

The Metaphor: Leaven is yeast used to make bread rise. Just a tiny bit of yeast spreads and affects the entire batch of dough.

The Lesson: The Apostle Paul uses this comparison to warn believers about false teachings or legalism. Allowing even a small compromise or false idea into a church or personal life can quickly spread and corrupt the whole community or belief system.

08/31/2026

1. "Swift to hear"James encourages believers to be active, intentional listeners. This means listening not just to other people—to understand their perspective before reacting—but primarily being quick to listen to the Word of God and the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

2. "Slow to speak"This is a call for self-control. Controlling the tongue is a major theme throughout the Book of James (especially in Chapter 3). Being "slow to speak" prevents impulsive, foolish, or hurtful responses. It allows time for reflection and ensures that words are constructive rather than destructive.

3. "Slow to wrath"Wrath (or anger) often sparks when we fail to listen and rush to speak. James is not necessarily saying Christians can never feel anger, but rather that we must not be quick-tempered or ruled by our emotions.

4. "For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God"This is the core reason for the command. Human anger is typically driven by pride, selfishness, or a desire for control. James warns that expressing this kind of raw, unchecked human anger cannot produce the righteous life, justice, or godly character that God desires. It hinders God's work rather than helping it.

08/30/2026

Sunday morning, August 30, 2026