North Conway Baptist Church - Weekly Sermons
This is the podcast of the weekly sermons of North Conway Baptist Church located in Conway, SC with Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington.
The Great Pursuit Longing for a Deeper Relationship with God Sermon 5 –Numbers 21:4-9
In the previous sermon, we examined an unusual Old Testament story to emphasize the importance of constantly trusting Jesus in our lives. However, we didn't have enough time to discuss practical ways to do this. This week, we'll finish this message by focusing on how to seek God through 1) Practicing the Presence of God and 2) Long Wandering Prayers. Be sure not to miss this very practical message.
Too many Christians believe that their pursuit of God ends at salvation. But the truth is, that is only where it begins. Throughout our lives, we must thirst for a...
The Great Pursuit Longing for a Deeper relationship with God - Semon 4:Numbers 21:4-9
This year, we've discussed the importance of seeking God and how sin can block that pursuit. We've also emphasized the need to grow in spiritual receptivity so that our faith can help us pursue Him. In this sermon, we'll focus on practical application by exploring an incident involving Israel and a bronze serpent, which reveals an essential method for making our pursuit of God successful.
Meant For Good: Lessons From the Life of Joseph: Week 3 - Genesis 40:1-23
We continue our study through the life of Joseph in Genesis 40. Joseph has experienced years of difficult circumstances, and just when it seems things might finally be turning around, another disappointment comes. If God has promised to do us good, why does He sometimes leave us in difficult places for so long? As we walk through Joseph’s story, we’ll consider what God may be doing even when His purposes are difficult for us to see.
Life is full of hard moments, betrayal, and unexpected trials, but God is always at work behind the scenes. In this...
Further Mission Sunday - Matthew 28:19-20
When Jesus left the earth, he left his believers with the mission of sharing the gospel with the whole world. This Great Commission has become the central mission of every Bible-believing church. Missions is a high calling and can seem overwhelming. But if each of us does our small part of praying, giving, and going, then all our efforts will quickly add up to a global revival. With a calling this important, it is never enough to simply do what we have done in the past; we must constantly push ourselves to pray, give, and go FURTHER than we...
Meant for Good: Lessons from the Life of Joseph Genesis 39:1-23
Our journey with Joseph continues. Sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph is no longer in the pit, yet he wishes he were because his circumstances keep worsening. His hardships present us with a vital question: Where is God during difficult times? It’s easy to recognize God’s presence when life is good, and we prosper, but trusting in Him becomes more challenging amidst hardship. Join us Sunday as we explore the true blessing found in God’s steadfast love.
Series Overview: Life is full of hard moments, betrayal, and unexpected trials, but God is always...
Meant for Good: Lessons from the Life of Joseph Genesis 37:1-36
Series Overview: Life is full of hard moments, betrayal, and unexpected trials, but God is always at work behind the scenes. In our new sermon series, Meant for Good, we explore the incredible life of Joseph. From the pit to the palace, Joseph faced bitter rejection and deep pain. Yet, his story reminds us that what others intended for harm, God redeems for a greater purpose. Join us as we discover how our own trials are never wasted in the hands of a faithful God.
There are moments in our lives when G...
Tough Topics: Biblical Answers to Life’s Hard Questions Acts 15:36-16:5
We open Acts 15 and 16 to explore a surprising moment when Paul and Barnabas sharply disagreed and parted ways. Even through human conflict and strong personal preferences, God’s mission moved forward with power. In a culture driven by individualism and division, the gospel offers something radically better. It heals our broken relationships, breaks down our self-focus, and unites us under the banner of Christ. Discover how God's grace transforms our conflicts into opportunities for deeper faith and genuine community. Come and see how the good news of Jesus bridges every gap and brings true, lasting unity to His pe...
Tough Topics: Biblical Answers to Life's Hard Questions - Week 1
What is God’s will for my life? Have you ever asked that question before? It is a question so common among Christians, yet so confusing. We can freeze up in our decision-making because of a deep anxiety about getting it wrong. We wonder if we can get so far off God’s will that we can never recover our lives. But God never intended His will to be a place of anxiety. It is meant to be a place of peace. So this Sunday, we are going to examine this complex question to see if we can find...
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock Matthew 5:1 - 7:29
We will have our last service centered on the Sermon on the Mount. We are planning to have a special time of worship and reading through the entire Sermon. You will not want to miss out on this very special time.
In our sermon series through the Sermon on the Mount, we will see that Jesus was giving a manifesto for how Christians are to live as citizens of heaven, while still being residents of a sinful world. But this is no easy task, and the sermons will challenge us to think differently about obedience. It wi...
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock - Matthew 7:24-29
In this Sermon are the closing words of the Sermon on the Mount. The title of our series is pulled from this passage: Built on the Rock. Over the last several months, we have heard some great teaching from this Sermon. We have heard Jesus teach on some difficult topics. We have been forced to look at our own sin and God's mercy. But what will we do with it? Will we just file it away as another sermon series, or will we take it to heart and begin to build our lives around these truths? We have...
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock - Week 20 Matthew 7:21-23
There are moments when we all have doubts about our salvation. Am I really saved? Have I done enough for Jesus? Will I get to heaven’s gates and be turned away? Passages like Matthew 7:21-23 can strike terror into the hearts of anyone struggling with these kinds of questions. But can we know for sure that we are saved? The short answer is “yes,” we can know that we belong to Christ forever. The long answer we will unpack in this message.
Sermon On The Mount - Week 19: Matthew 7:13-20
We continue our study through the Sermon on the Mount with one of Jesus' most timely warnings. The internet has given us access to more Bible teaching than ever before, but is all of it trustworthy? And how do we discern what is true? Join us as we hear Jesus' wise and gracious instruction for recognizing false teachers and faithfully following Him.
In our sermon series through the Sermon on the Mount, we will see that Jesus was giving a manifesto for how Christians are to live as citizens of heaven, while still being residents of a...
Sermon On The Mount Week !8 - Matthew 7:7-12
This sermon will bring us to the end of the main section of the Sermon on the Mount. The main body of the sermon is full of practical guidance on how Christians are to live as citizens of heaven while we still live here on earth. The last section of this main body is no exception, teaching us much about prayer. But as we look more deeply at this familiar text about asking, we will see that there is also much to learn about God.
The Great Pursuit - 2 Kings 6:8-23
In this sermon, we revisit our 2026 Vision: The Great Pursuit—Longing for a Deeper Relationship with God. We know that God is omnipresent, a truth even our youngest children understand confidently. So why does it often feel so difficult to find Him? If He truly is everywhere, then searching for Him should be quick. Yet, in reality, it requires intent. We need to be purposeful in seeking God, diligent in looking with eyes of faith, and genuinely yearning to experience His presence. Join us on Sunday as we explore how we can achieve all th...
Sermon on the Mount:Built on the Rock - Week 17: Matthew 7:1-6
It is incredibly easy to spot the flaws in others while ignoring our own. But in Matthew 7:1-6, Jesus challenges this hypocritical habit, commanding us to look at the "plank" in our own eye before offering correction. This Sunday, we’ll explore how to replace our critical judgments with gospel-centered grace, humility, and genuine discernment.
One Nation Under God? A Reflection on a Christian's Responsibility as an American Citizen. Romans 13:1-7
Our country is celebrating its 250th anniversary this week on July 4th—an incredible milestone! As Christians, we need to reflect on what it truly means to be a citizen of this nation. Do I consider myself a Christian simply because I reside here? Is this nation a “Christian Nation” just because I live in it? What guidance does the Bible provide about our responsibilities as citizens? While we honor our nation's 250 years of achievements, it's also important to think about what the next 250 years might hold—much of which will dep...
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock - Week 16 Matthew 6:25-34
Everyone faces certain struggles in life. We may experience them at varying levels or with greater intensity during specific seasons, but the struggle is universal. Worry and anxiety rank among the most common. Perhaps this is why Jesus included guidance on this issue in His Sermon on the Mount—it's that significant. In this sermon, we'll explore this vital passage to identify key causes of worry and practical solutions.
In our sermon series through the Sermon on the Mount, we will see that Jesus was giving a manifesto for how Christians are to l...
VBS - Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God - The Psalms
We will kick off our VBS week in our worship service as we learn about the nature of God. But adults don’t check out. There is something to be learned, no matter your age. God is so many different things; He is our creator, our safe place, and love and eternal. But why does it matter that we know these things? This Sunday, we will examine the life of missionary Amy Carmichael and see how it reveals much about the nature of God.
Sermon On The Mount - Matthew 6:19-24
We continue our study of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, where He turns to everyone's favorite subject to discuss in church: money. But as we'll see, Jesus is after something much deeper than our bank accounts. In Matthew 6:19-24, He exposes the connection between our treasures and our hearts, challenging us to consider where our true allegiance lies. His goal isn't to weigh us down with guilt, but to set us free from living for things that cannot last and lead us into the joy of living for the things that do.
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock - Week 14: Matthew 6:16-18
In this episode, we will finish the section on hypocrisy by looking at Jesus’ teaching on fasting. Jesus’ previous two examples, giving and prayer, are commonly practiced and understood by most Southern Baptist Christians. But fasting is not as commonly practiced or as well understood. So we will examine what Jesus says about fasting and hypocrisy, and we will also take some time to learn about fasting in general and to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about it. If you have never fasted before or have wondered about this spiritual discipline, you do not want to miss...
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock - Week 14: Matthew 6:9-15
Last week, we looked at half of Jesus' teaching on prayer in the Sermon on the Mount. We saw two specific pitfalls to avoid when praying. This week, we will look at the positive side of prayer, including how we should pray. Jesus gave believers a powerful tool in the form of a model prayer to guide our prayer lives. The Lord’s Prayer, as it is often called, is an effective way to develop our prayer lives. Join us on Sunday to see how you can use this amazing tool.
In our sermon ser...
Sermon On The Mount Week 12 - Matthew 6:5-8
Last week, we began a new section of the Sermon on the Mount in which Jesus addressed hypocrisy. Jesus desires that our outward actions be true indicators of our inward motives. To make this clear, Jesus will use three examples: giving, prayer, and fasting. This week, we will examine the first part of Jesus’ teaching on prayer by looking at how we should not pray.
In our sermon series through the Sermon on the Mount, we will see that Jesus was giving a manifesto for how Christians are to live as citizens of heaven, wh...
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock Matthew 6:1-4: Week 11
No one wants to be a hypocrite. We want our words to match our actions. We want our faith to be clearly displayed. But how can we best assure that? In the next section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus will talk about hypocrisy by focusing on three key areas of Jewish faith: giving, prayer, and fasting. We will examine His words on giving.
The Sermon on the Mount: Build on the Rock - Week 10 :Matthew 5:38-48
Relationships in life are complicated. Some of them grow to become beautiful friendships. But some end up broken. We all know how to respond in love to our friends, but how do we respond to our enemies? In the last verses of our current section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus will address how Christians are to respond to their enemies.
In our sermon series through the Sermon on the Mount, we will see that Jesus was giving a manifesto for how Christians are to live as citizens of heaven, while still being r...
The Sermon On The Mount Week 9 - Matthew 5:33-37
We continue our study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5:33–37, where He speaks about oaths and vows. At first glance, His words may feel distant from everyday life. Yet upon further examination, we will see how they press into a deeper issue that hits close to home: the problem of lying, half-truths, and spin, particularly in a culture where such things are increasingly accepted. Join us as we consider how Jesus calls His followers to a different way.
Mark Session 28: Mark 16:9-20
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
Mark Session 27: Mark 15:42-16:8
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
The Sermon on the Mount: Built on the Rock - Week 8 Matthew 5:31-32
In the current section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives specific illustrations of how His elevation of the law applies in daily life. We have already looked at anger and lust, but next Jesus turns the focus to divorce. This is a very difficult topic because it touches so many families in our current generation. It is not generic; it is deeply personal. But we cannot avoid the truth just because it is hard. So on Sunday, we will examine what Scripture says about divorce. We will see how God elevates marriage and how He gives grace...
The Road to Emmaus
Mark Session 26 Mark 15:21-41
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
Easter Series: The Road to Emmaus - Week 2 Luke 24:13-35
There are times in our lives when hope is hard to find. We know that God is there, but it does not feel like He is there with us. Much like the disciples must have felt after the crucifixion. They felt as though all their plans had failed. Yet, Jesus was closer than they thought, and His plans better than they could have imagined. This Easter, we will walk along the Road to Emmaus as the resurrected Jesus reveals Himself to two hopeless, weary disciples.
After Jesus walked with the two disciples along the road, they stopped f...
Mark Session 25 - Mark 14:43-15:20
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
Mark Session 25 - Mark 14:43-15:38
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
Easter Series Week 1 - The Road to Emmaus - Luke 24:13-35
We begin our Easter series. As we walk with Jesus and two of his disciples along the road to Emmaus, we will see how Jesus opened the scriptures up to them so that they could see Him on every page. Jesus is still the singular focus of every passage, and in our message on Sunday, we will look back at several Old Testament passages that help us to see Jesus as the suffering servant who now reigns in victory over all of creation.
There are times in our l...
Mark Session 24
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
Sunday School Training - Ken Braddy
2026 Vision Great Pursuit: Longing for a Deeper Relationship with God Hebrews 10:19-23
We will continue exploring our 2026 Vision: The Great Pursuit: Longing for a Deeper Relationship with God. After we realize that we need to pursue God, we have to stop and ask ourselves, “Why have I not been pursuing Him?” This is a difficult question, and for all of us, the answer is the same—sin. The love of comfort, possessions, and pleasure all overshadow the love for God in our hearts. On Sunday, we will examine some of these hindrances to our pursuit and see how we can overcome them so we might get closer to God.
Too...
Mark Session 23
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien teach the study.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
The Sermon on the Mount: Build on the Rock - Week 6 - Anger: Matthew 5:21-26
Last week, Jesus explained how the law and the new covenant of His grace work together. Now, in the next section of the sermon, Jesus will look at six specific areas to show exactly how that works. The first of these, which we will examine this week, is the sin of anger. Anger seems like a small thing. In fact, in our culture, it is often the focus of jokes; we can all picture the cartoon character “blowing his top.” But does Jesus see it as such a little thing? The answer is a definite no. Jesus sees anger...
Wednesday In The Word Session 21: Mark 13:1-23
The 2025-26 Wednesday In The Word study at North Conway Baptist Church in Conway, South Carolina, is a chapter-by-chapter study through the book of Mark.
The study is taught by Senior Pastor Dr. Jay Worthington and Associate Pastor Will O’Brien.
See more about our church at www.northconwaybaptist.com
