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The Blessing of Fatherhood

The Blessing of Fatherhood (Part 1)

In a culture that often diminishes the importance of fathers, the Bible presents fatherhood as one of God’s greatest blessings and highest callings. In this first message of a two-part study, we examine the biblical purpose of fatherhood and the vital role fathers play in reflecting the love, leadership, and grace of our Heavenly Father.

While no earthly father is perfect, Scripture points us to a pattern of humility, compassion, forgiveness, and faithful leadership within the home. Join us as we begin this study of God’s design for fatherhood and discover why faithful fathers are such a blessing to their families, their churches, and future generations.

Radio broadcast for July 12, 2026. Continue reading “The Blessing of Fatherhood”

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The Legacy of a Godly Woman

What does it mean to be a “mother in Israel”? In this concluding message, we move beyond the portrait of the virtuous woman to explore the lasting influence of faithful women throughout Scripture and the vital role they play among the people of God.

Whether raising children in the home, encouraging younger believers, serving in the church, or leaving a legacy of faith for future generations, godly women have always been a tremendous blessing to God’s kingdom. Join us as we conclude this biblical study of spiritual motherhood and the enduring impact of women who seek to honor the Lord with their lives.

Radio broadcast for July 5, 2026.

The Legacy of a Godly Woman

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Introducing the Virtuous Woman

What does the Bible mean when it speaks of the “virtuous woman” in Proverbs 31? Is this passage merely an unattainable ideal, or does it present a God-honoring pattern for biblical womanhood?

In the first message of this two-part series, we begin exploring the inspired portrait of the virtuous woman, considering the character, wisdom, and godliness that distinguish her life. We also examine how Scripture presents these qualities as a blessing not only within the home but also among the people of God.

Join us as we begin this study of one of the Bible’s most beloved passages and consider God’s design for faithful, Christ-honoring womanhood.

Radio broadcast for June 28, 2026. Continue reading “Introducing the Virtuous Woman”

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We Trust in God, Part 1

How do God’s people respond when life becomes difficult? When trials come unexpectedly, when fear threatens to overwhelm us, and when circumstances seem beyond our control, Scripture continually calls us to place our confidence in the Lord.

In this message from Flint River Primitive Baptist Church, Elder Ben Winslett begins a study on trusting God in the midst of life’s afflictions. Drawing from the account of Jesus and His disciples on the Sea of Galilee, we consider Peter’s walk upon the water, the danger of taking our eyes off Christ, and the gracious way our Savior rescues His people when their faith falters.

This message also concludes a recent series on the resurrection, suffering, and the hope that God’s children possess through Jesus Christ. As believers, we are reminded that while troubles are inevitable in this world, God remains sovereign, faithful, and worthy of our trust.

Join us for Part 1 of “We Trust in God” on this week’s Words of Grace.

Radio broadcast for June 7, 2026. Continue reading “We Trust in God, Part 1”

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Hurdles to Fruitfulness

On this episode of Words of Grace, Ben Winslett brings a message from Matthew 13 on the parable of the sower, focusing on a theme that speaks directly to every believer: “Hurdles to Fruitfulness.”

While this familiar parable is often understood as describing different kinds of hearers, the Lord Jesus applies it in a deeply personal way with the exhortation, “Take heed therefore how ye hear.” In this message, we consider how that warning applies to us as disciples, and why it is that the word of God sometimes fails to bear fruit in our lives as it should.

Radio broadcast for April 12, 2026. Continue reading “Hurdles to Fruitfulness”

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Biblical Forms of Liberty

On this week’s episode of Words of Grace, Benjamin Winslett explores the biblical theme of liberty and what true freedom looks like according to the Word of God. Beginning with Old Testament foundations such as the Year of Jubilee in Leviticus 25 and the prophetic promise of liberty in Isaiah 61, this message shows how these earlier pictures pointed forward to the greater freedom that would come through Jesus Christ.

Moving into the New Testament, this episode examines several forms of liberty believers enjoy in Christ: freedom from the penalty of sin, freedom from the dominion of sin, freedom from the Old Testament law as a covenant of righteousness, and freedom from ignorance through the truth of God’s Word.

Finally, the message considers how Christians should wisely use their liberty…never for the flesh, and never in a way that harms others; reminding us that true Christian freedom is both a gift to celebrate and a responsibility to handle with wisdom!

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Fishers of Men

When Jesus first called His disciples into the gospel ministry, he met them not in a religious house, but in their place of employment as they were fishing in the Sea of Galilee. In this episode of Words of Grace, we turn to Luke chapter 5 and Jesus’ instruction to Peter to cast his net one more time, setting up a miracle that would forever impact the direction of Peter’s life. While indeed a miracle, this interaction served as a metaphor for the work these men would engage in for the rest of their days: Fishing for men.

Radio broadcast for November 2, 2025.

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The Importance of Making Disciples

In today’s edition of Words of Grace, Pastor Benjamin Winslett turns our attention to the Great Commission — the lasting instruction Jesus gave His disciples before ascending into heaven. Each gospel record closes with a similar theme: the crucifixion, the resurrection, the commission, and the ascension.

Though salvation is entirely the Lord’s work, it is through the preaching of the gospel that disciples are made from among those whom God has quickened. Pastor Winslett explores the unique emphases in each Gospel account, the apostolic authority of this commission, and the continuing responsibility of the church to support the ministry through prayer, service, and encouragement.

Join us as we reflect on this sacred charge and the pattern seen throughout the book of Acts, where the Lord added daily to the church through faithful gospel labor.

Radio broadcast for October 5, 2025. Continue reading “The Importance of Making Disciples”