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The Blessing of Family

In this episode of Words of Grace, we share Pastor Winslett’s message on The Blessing of Family. From the very beginning, God established marriage as the oldest institution, teaching us through family relationships about His own love and care for His people. Drawing from Genesis, Ephesians, and the Psalms, this sermon reminds us that family is both a precious gift in this life and a glimpse of the greater, perfect family awaiting us in eternity with Christ.

Listen in as we reflect on the joys and struggles of family life, the deeper intent behind marriage, and the promise of our everlasting home with the Lord.

Radio broadcast for August 31, 2025. Continue reading “The Blessing of Family”

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Worship: Types and Motivations | Compelled to Worship, Part 2

In last week’s Words of Grace, we began considering the question: what compels us to worship God? After defining worship from Scripture, we now turn to the ways it is expressed and the motivations behind it.

In this message, Pastor Ben Winslett looks at the types of worship—spontaneous praise, private devotion, and corporate gathering—and then asks what truly drives us to worship. From the finished work of Christ that makes worship acceptable, to the changed heart that longs for God, to life’s providences and the encouragement of others, we see how worship is both enabled and compelled by the grace of God.

Join us as we continue this study on what it means to worship in spirit and in truth. Continue reading “Worship: Types and Motivations | Compelled to Worship, Part 2”

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Defining Worship | Compelled to Worship, Part 1

Have you ever stopped and asked yourself what truly compels us to worship God? In this edition of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett begins a two-part message on the subject of worship.

Drawing from both Old and New Testaments, we explore the rich meaning of worship—bowing before the Lord, serving Him, and revering His name. Scripture shows us that worship is never random or empty ritual, but a heartfelt response to encounters with the living God.

Join us as we look at the biblical foundation of worship and consider what it means to approach God in humility, reverence, and service.

Radio program for August 17, 2025. Continue reading “Defining Worship | Compelled to Worship, Part 1”

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A Christ Who Hears

Have you ever felt uncertain about whether God hears your prayers? In this episode of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett shares a message of deep reassurance from Luke 4, Isaiah 61, Psalm 72, Matthew 8, and Hebrews 4. From the moment Jesus stood in the synagogue and read from Isaiah to the many times He answered cries for help during His earthly ministry, we see a consistent truth: Christ hears and responds to the needs of His people.

Whether you’re struggling, seeking guidance, or simply in need of comfort, this message reminds us that we can always go to Jesus—and He will say, “I will.”

Radio broadcast for August 3, 2025. Continue reading “A Christ Who Hears”

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From Ruin to Restoration | Present Evil World, Part 2

In this week’s Words of Grace broadcast, we share the second half of Pastor Winslett’s sermon entitled “Present Evil World.” Picking up in Galatians 1:4, Ben traces the Bible’s sweeping contrast between the world as God originally created it and the world as it now stands—fallen, broken, and filled with sorrow. But through Christ, who gave Himself for our sins according to the will of the Father, we are not only saved from sin and wrath, but from this present evil age itself.

This salvation, planned before the world began and accomplished by the triune God, points us to something far greater: a world to come, where righteousness dwells, death is no more, and God Himself is our comfort and light. Join us as we conclude this sobering yet hope-filled message of gospel assurance.

Radio broadcast for July 27, 2025.

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The Prosperity of the Wicked | Present Evil World, Part 1

In this week’s edition of Words of Grace, we begin a two-part message titled “This Present Evil World.” Drawing from Galatians 1:4, Pastor Ben Winslett explores the painful realities of life in a fallen world—where tragedy, injustice, and sorrow are all too common. Referencing Isaiah 57 and Psalm 73, today’s episode considers why the righteous often perish early while the wicked seem to prosper, and how Scripture helps us make sense of it all.

Though this world is marred by sin, God’s word offers deep comfort: Christ gave Himself to deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of the Father. Join us for this sobering yet hope-filled message.

Radio broadcast for July 20, 2025. Continue reading “The Prosperity of the Wicked | Present Evil World, Part 1”

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Neighbors and Enemies

Who exactly is our neighbor? Are we permitted to hate our enemies? In this week’s broadcast, Pastor Ben Winslett explores Jesus’ striking command to love not only our neighbors but also our enemies. Drawing from Matthew 5 and Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, we examine the deeper spiritual meaning behind the law and how this teaching reveals both the futility of Pharisaical righteousness and the perfection found only in Christ.

Discover how genuine Christian love transcends social circles, prejudice, and even personal animosity—shining forth as evidence of our identity as God’s children.

Radio broadcast for July 6, 2025. Continue reading “Neighbors and Enemies”

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The Glory of the Second House

In this week’s episode of Words of Grace, we share a message Ben Winslett recently delivered at Flint River Primitive Baptist Church, exploring the prophecy that the second temple would surpass Solomon’s in glory. While some wept over its humble foundation, the prophet Haggai foretold something far greater—that the Lord Himself would come to His temple.

Through Scripture and history, we trace how Christ’s physical presence fulfilled this prophecy, ultimately leading us to consider the spiritual temple of today: the New Testament Church. If Jesus brought glory to the second temple by visiting it, what does it mean that He dwells in His church today by the Spirit?

Radio broadcast for June 29, 2025. Continue reading “The Glory of the Second House”

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Men of Direct Speech

In today’s broadcast from our ongoing Sermon on the Mount series, Pastor Ben Winslett explores Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:33–37, where Christ addresses the misuse of oaths and the importance of honest, straightforward speech. While some might dismiss this as irrelevant in our modern world, Pastor Winslett shows just how deeply applicable Jesus’ words are—especially in an age of mass communication, social media platforms, and public opinion on demand.

Drawing from Old Testament laws in Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy, and examining traditional Jewish interpretations, this message highlights how Jesus calls us beyond legalistic technicalities to a life of integrity—where a simple “yes” or “no” should suffice. We also consider how our speech can be used manipulatively or deceitfully, and how Scripture exhorts us to “study to be quiet,” to avoid gossip, flattery, and passive aggression.

Join us as we’re reminded that godly communication isn’t flamboyant or manipulative—but plain, dependable, and truthful. May God grant us the grace to speak with clarity, humility, and honesty!

Radio broadcast for June 15, 2025. Continue reading “Men of Direct Speech”

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A Deeper Understanding of the 7th Commandment

In this weekend’s edition of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett continues our study through the Sermon on the Mount with a message titled “A Deeper Understanding of the 7th Commandment.” While many view the commandment against adultery in strictly physical terms, Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5 reveals a far more convicting and heart-searching standard — one that exposes each of us as guilty and in need of grace.

In a culture confused about sexual ethics, this message boldly addresses what the Bible defines as sexual immorality, clearing away both modern confusion and pharisaical misapplications. From lustful thoughts to marital unfaithfulness, from the misuse of church discipline to the hope of redemption, Pastor Winslett offers biblical clarity, practical truth, and a strong reminder: our only hope of righteousness is through Jesus Christ.

Join us for this timely and sobering message from Words of Grace. Continue reading “A Deeper Understanding of the 7th Commandment”