Message Series
The Things That Promise Meaning (But Can’t Deliver) – Sermon – Pastor Dave Page
Discover why chasing pleasure, achievement, and success leaves us restless and unfulfilled. Through Solomon’s honest reflection in Ecclesiastes 2, this message reveals that meaning cannot be earned through striving—it must be received from God. Learn how to reframe work, wisdom, and good things as gifts rather than sources of identity. When God is at the center of our lives, the Holy Spirit transforms our pursuits from burdens into worship. Stop asking temporal things to carry eternal weight, and experience the deep peace that comes from centering your life on God’s presence and purpose.
Why Everything Under the Sun isn’t Enough
When life’s endless pursuits leave us exhausted, Ecclesiastes invites us to honest reflection. King Solomon—blessed with unimaginable wealth, wisdom, and success—discovered that worldly achievements cannot satisfy the deepest longings of the soul. This sermon reveals that our restlessness isn’t failure; it’s God’s gentle invitation to reorient our lives. Rather than condemning us, God uses our discontent to awaken us to what truly matters. By releasing our grip on finite things and centering our lives on God’s presence, we discover meaning isn’t manufactured—it’s received as a gift. Stop settling. Start living with God at the center.
Living as People Who Carry God’s Presence – Sermon – Pastor Dave Page
God’s presence isn’t meant to be contained within us—it’s meant to be carried into the world. Like Peter and John, who stopped to notice and restore a beggar at the temple gate, we’re called to live in ways that make others curious about Jesus. This happens not through grand gestures, but through everyday attention: listening when inconvenient, noticing the overlooked, offering our presence to those in front of us. As we choose to slow down and sit with God first, His life flows naturally through how we treat people. Mission isn’t something we add to life; it’s allowing love to shape everything we do.
Becoming a People Who Live in God’s Presence – Sermon – Pastor David Page
Happy New Year! There’s something hopeful about a new year, isn’t there?
New beginnings.
Starting strong…A chance to reset and refocus.
So before we rush into plans and goals and resolutions, we want to start this year by doing something simple and important:
We want to turn our attention toward God.
Characters of Christmas – Christmas Eve Service – Sermon – Pastors Dave & Marlee Page
Christmas reminds us that perfection is not required to meet Jesus. He arrives quietly in our midst and invites us into His presence with gentleness. Through the stories of the Prophets, Angels, Shepherds, and Magi, we rediscover the profound gifts of hope, peace, joy, and love. As we light the Christ Candle, we celebrate Jesus as the true Light who shines in the darkness. God is with us, dispelling fear and offering a relationship that transforms our everyday lives.
Characters of Christmas – The Wise Men – Sermon – Pastors Marlee Page and Laura Gaffan
Christmas love is more than seasonal magic; it is the profound mystery of the Word becoming flesh. The Wise Men demonstrate how to respond to this gift through seeking, surrendering, and giving sacrificially. God did not just send a message; He sent Jesus to dwell among us. This Advent, we follow the Wise Men’s example by offering our lives as gifts. By being present, blessing others, and forgiving, we reflect the eternal love of the Trinity to a weary world.
Characters of Christmas – The Shepherds – Sermon – Pastor Dave Page
Joy to the world begins with God showing up. Today we are reminded that joy does not flow from easy circumstances, but from the presence of Jesus in the middle of fear, fatigue, and uncertainty. Like the shepherds in Luke 2, we receive joy as a gift, move toward Christ in worship, then overflow in witness and love. Joy is a daily choice rooted in the Lord, practiced by rejecting joy stealers, embracing gratitude and obedience, and sharing Christ’s hope with a weary world.
Characters of Christmas – The Angels – Sermon – Pastor Dave Page
In a world overwhelmed by anxiety and uncertainty, the angels’ message to the shepherds still resonates today: “Do not be afraid; peace on earth.” Jesus, the Prince of Peace, doesn’t promise calm circumstances but offers His steadying presence within life’s chaos. This peace comes not from our efforts but through surrendering to Christ, shifting our focus to God through prayer, and replacing worry with worship. As we receive this gift at the communion table, we’re reminded that true peace flows from Christ’s presence, not from perfect conditions.
Characters of Christmas – The Prophets – Sermon – Pastor Marlee Page
Discover the profound journey of hope and promise woven through the lives of Abraham and the prophets, leading to the birth of Jesus, the ultimate embodiment of hope. This reflection invites us to trust in God’s unwavering promises, encouraging us to embody generosity and faith as we await fulfillment. As we light the Advent candle of hope, let its light remind us that God’s promises are true, even in times of waiting. This season, embrace the hope that frees us to live like Jesus, sharing love and light with others.
Renewed for Purpose – Joining the Renewal Movement – Sermon – Pastors Dave and Marlee Page
Celebrate 202 years of God’s faithfulness at First Baptist Kingsville! This anniversary marks a new chapter of renewal and purpose as we embrace the Great Commission and live out our mission with renewed passion. Through prayer, generosity, Scripture immersion, and spiritual community, we invite you to join this journey of transformation. Together, we’ll continue the legacy of faith, hope, and love, stepping boldly into the future with God as our guide. Let this celebration inspire us all to be active participants in God’s unfolding story.
Renewed for Purpose – Becoming a Healthy Church – Sermon – Pastor Dave Page
God has been preparing First Baptist Kingsville through three years of learning and growth. Now it’s our turn to run the race set before us. Renewal begins not in programs but in hearts rekindled with love for Jesus. As we celebrate 202 years of faithfulness, we stand at a pivotal moment: the baton is passing to us. Together, one body with many parts, we’re called to live out what God has taught us. The journey from reflection to action starts now. Will you run your leg of the race with faith, perseverance, and love?
Living in the Name – Sermon – Pastors Dave & Marlee Page
God’s name is more than a label. It reveals His heart as compassionate, gracious, patient, faithful, and just. Living in His name means embracing your identity in Christ, reflecting His character in daily life, and choosing presence over performance. When you slow down and spend time with the Father, you discover the strength to love others well. Baptism reminds you that you belong to Him. Communion invites you to receive His grace again. Your worth comes from His presence, not your performance. You are called, loved, and invited to live every moment in His name.