Victory Baptist Church

04/03/2026

This Sunday Greg Waggoner will be with us in services. Greg has been a great friend of Victory Baptist Church over the years. He will be singing and preaching in both our Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Morning Worship at 10:30 AM. All are welcome to join us. The following is a little about Greg - copied from his website.

Greg Waggoner has been around horses, cattle, cowboys, rodeo and music all of his life. He was raised in Kansas north of Wichita, one of the great historical cowtowns of the West. Greg was seasoned by the influence of Country, Western and Gospel music that is such an important part of his life today. He loves to share the songs of the Trail and the Cross to those who will listen. The smooth style of his voice will give a relaxing, calming feeling as you journey with him through the songs of the Gospel and the Cowboy. He has had many opportunities to introduce the history of the Cowboy in Elementary Schools as well as other groups including the Tri-State Fair in Amarillo, TX. Greg has always loved the life of the cowboy. He always had a burning desire to ranch and rodeo until he met the Lord Jesus Christ in March of 1975. Though he enjoys being involved in ranching and rodeo when it is possible, he has been actively fulfilling his heart’s desire to serve the Lord in the ministry since God called him to preach in 1976. Greg has gathered experience in Youth and Music Ministry as well as pastored for over 26 years. In June of 2011, following 21 years as the pastor of Bible Baptist Temple, Amarillo, TX, God moved Greg down the Evangelism Trail. One of the greatest blessings for Greg was when he married the love of his life, Sandy, in 1978. Together, God has used their talents to influence the lives of many people (Greg preaching/singing and Sandy as an author/speaker). Greg and Sandy travel around the country with their 5th wheel in tow (their Covered Wagon) and minister as God leads. God has honored them with 4 children and 3 grandchildren. As a ministry of Colonial Baptist Church, Galesburg, Illinois, the Waggoners are based out of Amarillo, TX. Greg loves to preach about his Saviour and share the hope one can have in Jesus Christ. He presents a practical message that deals with practical Christian living.

03/14/2026

Our church family is prayerfully seeking the pastor God has prepared to shepherd and lead our congregation.

We believe the Lord continues to guide His church, and we trust that He is already working in the heart of the man He will call to serve here. As we move through this season, we are asking God to send a pastor who loves His Word, faithfully preaches the gospel of Jesus Christ, and shepherds the people of God with humility, wisdom, and compassion.

Please join us in praying that the Holy Spirit will guide both our church and the pastor God is calling. We are excited to see how the Lord will continue His work in and through this body of believers.

Pastoral candidates who feel called to this ministry are invited to submit a resume and personal information including a written salvation testimony and doctrinal statement to:

[email protected]

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” — Proverbs 3:5–6 (KJV)

02/28/2026

📣 Church Service Reminder 🇺🇸

Just a reminder to everyone that we will have Saturday Evening Church Services at 6:00 PM at Victory Baptist Church, located at 801 W. Lincoln in Lakin, KS.

Please note: There will not be any Sunday service this week.

We will take time during our service to pray for our nation and for our service members. We invite everyone to join us as we gather together in worship and prayer.

All are welcome — we would love to see you there!

02/21/2026

📢 Church Reminder
Just a quick reminder that we will have church services tonight, February 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
Please note: We will not have services this Sunday.
Join us tonight at 801 W. Lincoln in Lakin as we gather together to worship.
Everyone is welcome — we would love to see you there! 🙌

02/17/2026

When Certainty Misses the Savior
(Job 15–17)

Eliphaz was confident. Certain. Unwavering.

He believed he was defending God. He leaned on tradition — “With us are both the grayheaded and very aged men…” (Job 15:10). His theology told him suffering must equal guilt. So he accused.

But in his certainty, he completely missed what God was doing.

God was not punishing Job. God was revealing something deeper — sustaining grace, refining faith, and a story bigger than Eliphaz could see (cf. Job 1:8; 2:3).

Tradition became a lens so rigid that Eliphaz could not see God working in and through a broken man.

Job, on the other hand, was shattered. Misunderstood. In agony. Yet in his pain he realized something profound:

“Also now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and my record is on high.” (Job 16:19)
“O that one might plead for a man with God…” (Job 16:21)

Job knew he needed an Advocate.

What Job longed for, we now have.

“My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.” (1 John 2:1)

Jesus is the Advocate Job anticipated. The One who pleads our case. The One who understands suffering. The One who stands between us and condemnation.

Eliphaz defended God and missed His purpose.
Job suffered deeply and discovered his need for a Mediator.

Today, because of Christ, we do not stand alone before God.

Let us hold our theology with humility — and hold fast to our Advocate with confidence (Hebrews 4:14–16).

02/13/2026

Join us at 6 PM tomorrow night

02/11/2026

When Theology Hurts and Hope Holds
Job 11–14

Sometimes the most painful wounds don’t come from enemies—but from friends who think they’re defending God.

In Job 11, Zophar says many true things:
✔ God is all-wise.
✔ God sees sin.
✔ Repentance matters.

But he assumes Job must be guilty. He speaks with certainty where God has been silent. His theology is correct—but cruel. Truth without compassion becomes a misrepresentation of God.

Then Job responds—not with tidy answers, but with tears.
He affirms God’s sovereignty over nations and kings.
He longs for a mediator.
He even whispers hope beyond death.

Yet Job struggles. He questions. He feels hunted. His faith is wounded—but it is relational. He speaks to God, not just about Him.

Here’s the contrast:

Zophar is certain.
Job is honest.

Zophar’s theology is neat but shallow.
Job’s theology is messy but growing.

Suffering is not a simple formula. It is not always: Sin → Suffering → Repent → Immediate Blessing. The Bible makes room for mystery, lament, and tension.

So when someone suffers:
Don’t diagnose.
Don’t simplify.
Sit.
Weep.
Listen.
Pray.

And when you suffer:
Bring your questions to God—not away from Him.

Job longed for a mediator and resurrection hope.
In Christ, we have both.

Even when theology hurts, hope holds.

02/04/2026

As we continue our study of Job, here are some thoughts to ponder:

“Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.” (Romans 12:15)

One of the greatest lessons from Job’s story is not found in what his friends said—but in what they should have done. When suffering entered Job’s life, his friends felt the need to explain God, defend God, and correct Job. In doing so, they often spoke truth at the wrong time and caused deeper wounds, or they misspoke about God and His character. When we try to speak for God in moments of grief, we will most likely say the wrong thing.

God does not call us to be theologians in the ashes—He calls us to be present. Romans 12:15 reminds us that our responsibility is not to fix the pain or explain the suffering, but to sit with it. To weep. To listen. To love.

And for those who are grieving, Scripture offers this gentle reminder:
“Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us.” (Psalm 62:8)

God invites us to bring our grief to Him—our sorrow, our confusion, even our unanswered questions. He does not turn away from honest pain. He is a safe place when words fail.

Sometimes the most faithful response is silence, compassion, and a heart poured out before God.

02/03/2026

Due to circumstances beyond our control, there will not be a mid week service tonight. Lord willing, we will meet together on Sunday.

01/24/2026

01/19/2026

Weekly Devotional — Job 4–7
When Words Wound the Wounded

In Job 4–5, Eliphaz spoke words that sounded wise, yet lacked compassion. His theology contained some truth, but he relied on his own reasoning and experience without understanding what God was doing. By assuming Job’s suffering must be the result of sin, he spoke beyond what God had revealed, adding burden instead of comfort (Job 4:7–8).

Job’s response in chapters 6–7 reminds us that God allows honest lament. Job did not hide his pain or polish his words. He poured out his grief directly before God, showing that faith does not mean silence—it means bringing our sorrow to the Lord (Job 6:1–7; 7:11).

This passage teaches us two important lessons. First, suffering is not always punishment. God’s purposes are often hidden, and quick explanations can miss His greater work. Second, God’s people are called to show mercy, not judgment. Presence and compassion often speak louder than answers (Job 6:14).

Ultimately, Job points us to Christ. Jesus is the better Comforter—the One who entered suffering Himself and meets the wounded with grace, not condemnation (Hebrews 4:15).

Reflection:
Am I quick to explain suffering, or quick to love?
Do I bring my pain honestly to God?

Prayer:
Lord, help me speak with compassion, listen with patience, and trust You when answers are unclear. Amen