Progressive Baptist Church

06/02/2026

Morning Manna: Hearing God’s Voice

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” John 10:27

One of the greatest questions believers ask is, “How do I know when God is speaking?” We often expect thunder from heaven, a dramatic sign, or an unmistakable moment. Yet, more often than not, God speaks in ways that require us to slow down, quiet the noise, and pay attention.

God’s voice is not always loud, but it is always clear in direction and consistent with His Word. He speaks through Scripture, prayer, wise counsel, conviction, circumstances, and sometimes through a quiet stirring in your spirit. The challenge is not that God has stopped speaking—it is that life becomes so loud that we stop listening.

We live in a noisy world. Social media, opinions, fear, pressure, busyness, and even our own emotions can drown out spiritual sensitivity. If we are going to hear God’s voice, we must intentionally make room for Him.

Hearing God requires proximity. Sheep recognize the shepherd’s voice because they stay near the shepherd. Sometimes God’s voice comforts. Sometimes it corrects. Sometimes it redirects. Sometimes it simply whispers, “Trust Me.” The question is not only, “Can I hear God?” but “Am I willing to obey what He says?”

When God speaks, obedience brings clarity. Often we want the whole blueprint, while God gives only the next step. Faith is trusting His voice even when you cannot see the whole path.

Today, pause long enough to listen. Before reacting, moving, posting, deciding, or worrying—ask, “Lord, what are You saying?” Then sit still long enough to hear.

What voices have been louder than God’s voice in your life lately?

Lord, help us quiet every distraction that competes for our attention. Tune our hearts to hear Your voice clearly. Give us discernment to know when You are speaking, wisdom to recognize Your direction, and courage to obey even when we do not understand. Help us to stay close enough to You that Your voice becomes familiar and trusted. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

In His service,

Pastor Weems

06/02/2026

Church family, God has blessed me with another miracle - my precious granddaughter, Melody, was born today at 3:15 PM, weighing 7lbs 12oz and measuring 20.5" long. Mommy, Daddy and big sister are doing great.

My heart is overjoyed! 👣🩷🩷🩷

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

There are times when saying thank you simply does not seem like enough.
From the bottom of my heart, I want to express my gratitude to every person who attended, participated in, and contributed to the tremendous success of the Installation Celebration Weekend.
For every act of kindness, gift, word of encouragement, donation, decoration, voice, service, prayer, sacrifice, and expression of love… THANK YOU!
I am undoubtedly favored by God to pastor such an amazing and loving church. I look forward to what God has in store for us.
I love you all, and there is nothing you can do about it!
To the committee, thank you for going above and beyond to make this Installation such a grand and meaningful experience.
Special thanks to:
Denise Arnold
Nesia Murrell
Deborah Prather-Rhodes
Kymberly Thrasher

Pastor Weems

06/01/2026

Morning Manna: “But God”

“But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us…”
Ephesians 2:4

There are two words in Scripture that can change everything: “But God.”

Life has a way of writing painful sentences.
You were overlooked… but God.
You made mistakes… but God.
The doctor gave a report… but God.
You felt abandoned, broken, weary, or uncertain… but God.

“BUT” signals a change. It interrupts the story. It announces that what looked final is no longer the end. And when God steps into the narrative, despair no longer has the final word.

In Ephesians, the writer reminds believers that they were spiritually dead, trapped in sin, and without hope—but God intervened with mercy and love. Notice: God did not move because we deserved it. He moved because He is merciful.

There will be moments when your circumstances seem louder than your faith. Bills pile up. Relationships strain. Ministry becomes heavy. Grief lingers. Doors close. The enemy whispers, “This is over.”
But God.

Those two words remind us that God specializes in interruptions:
When the enemy says defeated, God says victorious.
When fear says impossible, God says all things are possible.
When weakness says quit, God says My grace is sufficient.
When your past says disqualified, God says redeemed.
Your current chapter is not the whole story. God can interrupt sorrow with joy, confusion with peace, and setbacks with purpose.

Today, don’t camp out in the sentence before the “but.” Put your faith in the God who changes outcomes.

Father, thank You that our story does not end with disappointment, failure, fear, or pain. Thank You for being the God of interruption and transformation. When life feels heavy, remind us
that You are still writing our story. Help us to trust You even when we cannot see the outcome. We declare today: But God!
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

By His grace,

Pastor Weems

05/31/2026

Today, following morning worship please assemble in front of the Progressive backdrop for a group church photo.

05/31/2026

As we culminate our Installation Celebration Weekend join us this morning for a powerful worship experience with Pastor Cecil Golder III, the proud pastor of Anderson Zion Baptist Church of Anderson, IN.

Come expecting a mighty move of God! Wear your limited edition Celebration t-shirts and get ready to feast at our loaded potato bar outside immediately following morning service.