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Kirby Woods Podcast
Welcome to the podcast of Kirby Woods Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. Our Senior Pastor is Jared Kress. Here, you can listen to the weekly sermon audio of the latest messages from the pulpit, as well as the newest episodes of "Off Script with Pastor Jared." Please share this podcast with your friends and family. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rating or review!
Episodes
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Three Descriptions of the Kingdom (Matthew 13:31-33, 44-46)
Jesus explains the nature of the Kingdom of God in these short parables: that it is both expansive and infinitely valuable to attain. Preached by Jared Kress…
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Off Script Ep.64: IVF and the SBC Resolution
Pastor Jared shares the recent SBC resolution passed at the 2024 Annual Meeting pertaining to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) as well as some thoughts on the…
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What God Actually Wants (Luke 18:9-14)
Preached by Caleb Richardson on June 16th, 2024. Part of our series in the parables, "Tell Me a Story." Primary Text: Luke 18:9-14. Join us in person Sundays…
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The Dishonest Manager (Luke 16:1-9)
If a dishonest manager can consider his earthly future and prepare himself physically (even dishonestly), how much more should believers consider eternity and…
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Rich Toward God (Luke 12:13-21)
When we allow covetousness to sink into our hearts, we create great danger for our souls as we become consumed by material comforts to the neglect of spiritual…
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Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (Luke 10:25-37)
It is easy to convince ourselves that we are perfectly following the Lord while there are significant blind spots. A lawyer approaches Jesus, seeking to…
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The Lost Son (Luke 15:11-32)
Come home and draw near to the Father. Neither the things of this world nor self-righteous deeds will satisfy your longing soul. Instead, seek satisfaction in…
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Off Script Ep.63: A “Self Induced” Depression Diagnostic
Pastor Jared and Emily Russell discuss the potential reasons why someone might be experiencing self induced depression. Much of what is being reported as…
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Shameless Self Promotion (Luke 14:1-14)
Do not live a life seeking to accumulate honor for yourself; rather, humble yourself and trust that God will work out the rest. Preached by Jared Kress on May…
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Be Ready for His Return (Matthew 25:1-13)
Christ has promised His return, and even though we may sense a delay, we are to remain in a state of readiness to receive Him. Preached by Jared Kress on May…
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Hermeneutics 101: 6 Main Principles
This is part 2 of 2 in a crash course on biblical hermeneutics, primarily focusing on 6 principles you should remember when trying to interpret a biblical…
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Crushed by the Cornerstone (Matthew 21:33-46)
God has given us a wonderful life and expects us to serve Him joyfully while bearing fruit as His laborers. However, we must remember that all is forfeited if…
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Off Script Ep.62: The Impact of Marijuana 10 Years Later
Pastor Jared, Caleb, Dillon, and Jeff Patrick (Memphis Union Mission) discuss the impact of the legalization of marijuana as 10 years have passed since the…
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Hermeneutics 101: Exegesis vs Eisegesis
This is part 1 of 2 in a crash course on biblical hermeneutics, primarily focusing on the difference between exegesis and eisegesis. This was a live training…
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So That’s How It’s Gonna Be (Matthew 18:21-35)
Christ has so greatly forgiven us of our sin debt, at great cost to Himself, that it would be outrageous for us to refuse forgiveness and grace to others in…
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When Wheat and Weeds are Interwoven (Matthew 13:24-30 & 36-43)
The deceitful work of the enemy in the world is a reality that will plague God’s people until the day of judgement. However, we can rest assured that Jesus…
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Off Script Ep.61: Interview with Pastor Jim Collier
Pastor Jared interviews Jim Collier, former pastor of Kirby Woods from 2008 to 2017. They discuss Jim’s life and military career, call to ministry, lessons…
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IYKYK (Matthew 13:10-16)
Jesus was a masterful teacher who used a wide array of teaching methods to reach His hearers. Jesus’ most famous teaching method was through parables, which…
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Off Script Ep.60: Richard Dawkins Yearns for Cultural Christianity
Pastor Jared, Dillon, and Caleb give a reaction to a seemingly recent change of heart by ardent atheist Richard Dawkins. Several lessons are learned by…
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My Redeemer Lives (Job 19:25-26)
Because our great enemy is death, our redemption requires a resurrection. In order to secure our ultimate redemption from our greatest foe, Jesus Christ our…
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Good Friday 2024 (Mark 15:16-39)
Preached by Dillon Patrick on Friday, March 29th, 2024. Primary Text: Mark 15:16-39. Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or…
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It Might Have Been (Luke 19:28-44)
For a brief moment in time at the triumphal entry, the Jews get a taste of what it would have been like to receive her King as they shouted loud cries of…
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Off Script Ep.59: What is Annihilationism?
Pastor Jared, Caleb, and Dillon discuss the growing trend to believe that those without Christ are not sent to hell for punishment, but rather that they cease…
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Kirby Woods Values, Parts 6 & 7 (Selected Passages)
Value 6: Prayerful Dependence We adopt a mindset of dependence upon The Lord, manifested in a culture of prayer. We believe that prayer is not only commanded…
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Off Script Ep.58: The Kanye Case Study
Pastor Jared reflects on lessons learned from Kanye West’s famous conversion to Christianity. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at…
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Kirby Woods Values, Parts 4 & 5 (Selected Passages)
Value 4: Theological Depth We challenge Christians to grow mature in their walk with Christ, believing that theological depth and biblical literacy will yield…
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Kirby Woods Values, Parts 2 & 3 (Selected Passages)
Value 2: Kingdom Impact Jesus Christ is King and our labors in this world should contribute to the expanse of His Kingdom . We are committed to evangelism…
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Kirby Woods Values, Part 1 (2 Timothy 3:15-17)
The Scriptures are the very words of God and therefore have authority over us. We will bring ourselves into agreement with Him rather than seek to make Him…
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Off Script Ep.57: What is a Sin Nature?
Pastor Jared answers a question from a listener, “what is a sin nature?” This is a quick rundown of hamartiology, original sin, and pelagianism for beginners.”…
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The Vision of Kirby Woods (Colossians 1:28 & Ephesians 4:11-16)
A church’s vision should be a future snapshot of the completed task that God has called that church to do. It should be supported by Scripture, unique to the…
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How to Mess Up a Good Thing (Joshua 7)
There is no faster way to derail the work of God in your life than to adopt a cavalier attitude regarding sin. Preached by Jared Kress on February 11th, 2024…
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Off Script Ep.56: For Those Who Struggle with Joshua’s Conquest
Pastor Jared explores the realities of the Canaanite conquest and helps Christians understand why God’s judgment was to kill them all with the sword. Submit…
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The Walls That Fell By Faith (Joshua 6)
The time has come for Israel to fight its first battle in the Promised Land, the walled city of Jericho. This “first fruit” battle would be extremely…
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Off Script Ep.55: Interview with Tommy Vinson, Interim Extraordinaire
Pastor Jared interviews Tommy Vinson, a retired pastor of 58 years who currently serves various churches as interim preacher. Tommy is a two time interim…
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Battle Ready Obedience (Joshua 5)
Joshua leads Israel through some final preparations before they march on Jericho, all of which have to do with obedience to The Lord. Preached by Jared Kress…
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Off Script Ep.54: Popular Pastor Removed from American Family Radio
Pastor Jared discusses the circumstances surrounding the removal of Alistair Begg from American Family Radio and the controversy therein. Thanks to a listener…
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Off Script Ep.53: When You Don’t Know Any Unbelievers
The Kirby Woods pastoral team (Jared, Caleb, Dillon) discuss the “who’s your one” challenge and give some practical evangelism tips for those Christians who…
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Crossing the Jordan (Joshua 3-4)
Israel’s campaign to enter the promised land is endorsed by God as He miraculously provides safe passage via the crossing of the Jordan River. Preached by…
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Rahab and the Scarlet Cord (Joshua 2)
In a city destined for destruction, a prostitute puts her faith in The Lord and is saved. Preached by Jared Kress on January 14th, 2024. Part of our series in…
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Off Script Ep.52: Getting to Know Dillon Patrick
Pastor Jared interviews Dillon Patrick, Kirby Woods’ new Pastor to Students. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript…
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A Necessary Mindset (Joshua 1:1-9)
We look back at 2023 through the lens of Nehemiah’s story as he sought to rebuild Jerusalem with a sword in one hand and a trowel in the other. Preached by…
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The Year of the Sword and the Trowel (Nehemiah 4:16-18)
We look back at 2023 through the lens of Nehemiah’s story as he sought to rebuild Jerusalem with a sword in one hand and a trowel in the other. Preached by…
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The Humble Arrival of the King (Philippians 2:2-11)
If Jesus would not have adopted a humble posture and lowered Himself to take on flesh and dwell among us, there would be no incarnation and thus on Christmas…
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The Supernatural Arrival of the King (Matthew 1:18-25)
Jesus did not arrive into the world by traditional means of “King Making” or by the result of human effort. Jesus’ birth was supernatural in every way, which…
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Off Script Ep.51: Getting to Know Caleb Richardson
Pastor Jared interviews Caleb Richardson, Kirby Woods’ new Pastor to Children and Families. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics at…
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The Auspicious Arrival of the King (Galatians 4:3-7)
Jesus arrived into our world at the exact appointed time ordained by God, allowing Him to have the greatest impact possible. Preached by Jared Kress on…
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History of Kirby Woods (1981-2008)
Pastor Jared reads a document from the archives that chronicles some of the high and low points of the history of Kirby Woods Baptist Church. Authorship and…
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A Church Crash Course (Acts 20:17-38)
Before Paul leaves Ephesus for the final time, he schedules a meeting with the elders of the churches to give them one last sermon. Preached by Jared Kress on…
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Off Script Ep.50: Waiting on the Wind
Pastor Jared recounts a story of the wind blowing leaves from the trees, and a spiritual lesson The Lord taught in it. Submit your ideas for Off Script topics…
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The Ignored Idol (Acts 19:21-41)
The gospel taking root in a city should be accompanied by clear and practical implications wherein idols are willingly ignored. Preached by Jared Kress on…
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Off Script Ep.49: Why Christians Say “God is Good”
Pastor Jared explores the reasons why Muslims are quick to say “God is Great” (Allahu Akbar) and Christians are quick to say “God is Good. Is there a deeper…
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Three Components of Disciple Making (feat. Jeff Patrick)
Acts 20:18-21. Preached by Jeff Patrick on November 19th, 2023. Part of our series in the Book of Acts, "Church on Mission." Join us on Sundays at 10:30am at…
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Password Incorrect (Acts 19:11-20)
Upon seeing the miraculous works of God, several itinerant exorcists try to attain the power of Jesus through cheap usage of His name. However, their plan…
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Off Script Ep.48: Headline Roundup
Pastor Jared looks at four recent headlines in the week’s news from a Christian perspective. This episode’s topics include Ohio’s Issue 1 vote, Mike Johnson…
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A Spiritless Ministry (Acts 19:1-7)
Paul enters Ephesus and discovers a group of disciples from John the Baptist. He immediately recognizes their incomplete faith and seeks to give them what they…
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Off Script Ep.47: What’s your weekly process for sermon preparation?
Pastor Jared answers a question from a listener about the mechanics of sermon preparation as well as what resources outside the Bible can be helpful. Submit…
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Let the Nations Come to Me (feat Dr. Mark Morris)
God is bringing the nations to Memphis. How might He be calling you to get involved? Preached by Dr. Mark Morris on October 29th, 2023. Dr. Morris is the…
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If Not Us, Then Who? (Romans 10:8-17)
A church on mission must minister to its own city and, at the same time, lift its eyes to the spiritual needs of the unreached people of the world. Preached by…
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Apollos U (Acts 18:24-28)
Apollos was a man with many gifts who benefitted from the encouragement and training of the body of Christ. His growth ultimately became a great asset to the…
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Supported and Surrounded (Acts 18:1-11)
After a string of shorter missionary stays, Paul is able to remain a year and a half in Corinth and invest in the largest city in Greece because he is…