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What does it mean if we are constantly under attack? Do you find yourself facing a steady stream of distractions in life that keep you from focusing on what’s important? What if those around you are spreading lies about you? Join Pastor Dave as he continues our journey through Nehemiah, with a look at how […] The post Distractions that Derail appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

While the political world falls apart in light of an upcoming Presidential election, we see what lessons we can draw from Nehemiah, with an emphasis on focusing on the real King of Kings, and putting our faith in Him. Join us as we continue our series through the book of Nehemiah, and continue to apply […] The post Growing the Impact of the Church appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

How do we deal with selfishness within the church? What are the Godly responses we can have when presented with anger and jealousy? Join us as we look at how Nehemiah dealt with jealousy and selfishness within his people, and see what lessons can be applied to today’s modern church.  The post Selfishness and God’s Glory appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

How often do we get weighed down by the rubble and failures within our lives? What happens when we’re attacked from all sides, and it seems like we just can’t get ahead? Join us as we look to Nehemiah, and learn how to defend ourselves and the church, even while we’re under construction and working […] The post Fighting the Enemy appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

Do you often wonder what type of organization God is looking for within the church? How are we supposed to build effective teams to fulfill the Great Commission throughout the church body? How do we lead within the church? Join us as Pastor Dave continues his series in Nehemiah, with a look at how the […] The post Building for God’s Glory appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

Do you really believe that God wants to glorify Himself through whatever situation you find yourself in? Are you willing to submit to God’s plan, no matter what the consequences? How can we work with those around us to pursue what God’s will is? Pastor Dave continues an in-depth look at what it means to […] The post Promoting God’s Glory appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

What does it mean to be a Godly leader? What does it mean to understand what God’s will is, and apply that to current problems? In the hectic lives we live, how often do we take time to pause and ask God what His will is? What are we doing to further Christ’s Kingdom by […] The post Characteristics of a Spiritual Leader appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

Do we rush to solve problems and issues, simply because we don’t trust God to resolve issues? How often do we try to help someone struggling, in order to alleviate any discomfort we might feel? How can we be intentionally patient to wait on God and His timing? Join us as Pastor Dave continues our […] The post Be Intentional appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

As we begin a verse-by-verse study in the book of Nehemiah, Pastor Dave brings two specific challenges for us: 1) To study how the lessons in Nehemiah can be applied to our personal lives, and 2) to study how the lessons can be applied to the church. Starting in chapter 1, join us as we […] The post Nehemiah 1 appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

Have you had a bad experience in church? Do you find yourself questioning why to even go to church? Do you ever wonder where you belong in life? As part of the National Back to Church week, Pastor Dave will bring a special message focused on the purpose of the church, and why we should […] The post Friend Day appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

What would we do differently if today was the last day we had to live? How should we change our lives to live out the Great Commission? If we aren’t willing to go spread the Gospel, then who will? As we build to Friend Day, Pastor Dave wraps up his series on What We Believe […] The post Last Days appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

As Pastor Dave winds down the current series on What We Believe, we focus in on what defines being a Baptist: baptism. What does the Bible say about baptism? How does baptism and being a child of God connect to the Lord’s Supper? Join us for a special sermon where Pastor Dave dives into what […] The post Baptism & Lord’s Supper appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

Do you ever feel so busy that you just can’t catch a breath? Do wonder why nothing right ever seems to happen to you? Do you wonder what it means to be a “good steward” of what Christ has given us? Join us as Pastor Dave returns, and dives into what Christ expects of us, […] The post Stewardship appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

What is the church? How do we join the church? What does the Bible say about the church as a body of believers? Do you have an intimate, personal relationship with the Lord? Join us as Norman Neal, one of our elders, digs into what it means to be the church, both individually, and corporately.  The post The Church appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

What does your life look like after salvation? How much transformation can we expect after committing our lives to Christ? What do we have to do to affect the change He requires? Shawn Lemon, one of SMBC’s elders, continues our series, What We Believe, with a look at what it means to be saved, and […] The post Salvation appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

What is God’s will for our church? If God has called us to expand His Kingdom, how do we take that command and live it out? Which kingdom are you promoting, yours or God’s? Join us as Pastor Dave continues his series, What We Believe, and gives some very specific challenges for the church, both […] The post God’s Kingdom appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

How do History and the Bible confirm each other? How do we know that Word of God is truly the infallible and inerrant Gospel? Pastor Dave shows how history has confirmed the Bible throughout the years, especially in modern times, with a specific look at how the Bible is internally consistent, despite having multiple authors […] The post The Testimony of Prophecy appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

Only three in ten people would interpret the Bible to be taken literally, with only 49% believing it is the inspired Word of God. Do you find yourself believing what the world says about the infallibility of the Bible? Then this sermon is for you! Join us as Pastor Dave continues his series on What […] The post The Reliability & Accuracy of God’s Word appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.

  What type of Bible do you use? Does it make a difference how you read God’s Word? Do we actually believe that what we believe is actually true? Join us as Pastor Dave continues his series on What We Believe, with a specific look at the Bible. With a specific focus on the infallibility […] The post Reliability of God’s Word appeared first on Smith Memorial Baptist Church | Williamsburg, VA.