Bethesda Baptist Durham

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series through the book of Acts. In Acts 21:17–26, we see a powerful example of how to handle concerns and potential conflict within the body of Christ. When Paul arrived in Jerusalem, there were misunderstandings and tensions among believers about his ministry. Rather than reacting defensively, Paul responded with sensitivity, recognizing the importance of others’ perspectives and being careful not to cause division. Scripture reminds us to lead by example and to prioritize the spiritual health of others over our own preferences.Paul also demonstrated submission by willingly following the guidance of the church leaders in Jerusalem, choosing unity over personal rights. Hebrews 13:17 reinforces the value of trusting and respecting godly leadership. Finally, Paul’s actions reflected deep commitment. Even when it required personal sacrifice, he remained faithful to his calling and dedicated to the mission of the Gospel. His example challenges us to respond to concerns—not wi

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues the series through the book of Acts, looking at how the Holy Spirit must lead us. The Holy Spirit leads in unity and leads us individually. Likewise, we should submit to the Holy Spirit's leading us in unity and also individually. July 6, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues the series through the book of Acts as we look at the charge to pastors. They are warned to be faithful in worship and preaching. They are to be attentive for the sacred calling and for fierce attacks. They are to be a giver freely giving grace and care to others. June 29, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues the series through the book of Acts by looking at what a pastor must surrender. They first must surrender to the Holy Spirit by faith and surrender to the finish. June 22, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues his series on Acts, focusing on the calling of a pastor. Pastors are called to exemplify, serve, and preach. June 15, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee encourages our graduates with lessons for the future that God has a promised plan and has gone before them. We each have a choice to make: we can follow the voice of man or the voice of God. June 8, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series through the book of Acts looking at faithful leadership. Faithful Leaders gather for worship. They lead in worship and teaching. They comfort others with compassion. May 25, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series in the book of Acts looking at faithful leadership. Faithful leaders encourage the discouraged, encourage other believer's faith, and encourage fellow workers. May 18, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee looks at Jesus' mother, Mary, as we celebrate Mother's Day.  Mary had a song recorded in Luke 1, and it is filled with praise. She praises the Lord for His salvation. She praises the Lord for His grace. She Praises the Lord for His faithfulness. May 11, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee shares about God and the sinner. What does the sinner seek? The sinner seeks the worship of self or success. The sinner seeks to hide his sin.But what does God seek? God seeks the sinner.May 4, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee looks at how to we produce fruit by abiding in Christ. There are two aspects of abiding in Christ: knowing Christ and depending on Christ. We also produce fruit by abiding in prayer and abiding in love. The blessing of abiding in Christ is that God receives glory. You receive love. You receive joy. April 27, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee looks at our shared suffering. Jesus suffered innocently both physically and emotionally. We follow Christ's example and also join in His suffering. The purpose of suffering is found in 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. We suffer for Christ, for others, and for God's comfort. April 20, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series through the book of Acts. We recognize that there is a battle for your worship. The enemy opposes the worship of Christ and promotes the worship of money and idols. April 13, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continued the series through the book of Acts looking at God’s power over counterfeits. We must recognize God’s power over counterfeits as well as the danger of counterfeits. While counterfeits have no power, they can cause harm. We must recognize the cost of repentance. April 6, 2025

Youth pastor, Tanner Dobson shares from 1 Samuel 16 about how God looks at the heart of people. We get wrapped up in the outward appearance, when God is concerned with our hearts. March 30, 2025

Associate Pastor Devin Warfield continues our series through the book of Acts. Salvation requires the Holy Spirit. The work of the Spirit in our lives frees the unbeliever from sin and death. It guides the believer to walk in Him. The Spirit guides the believer’s mind. The Spirit gives life and peace. The Spirit dwells in believers. The Spirit demonstrates that one belongs to God. Salvation requires Jesus. Salvation produces evidence. March 23, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series through the book of Acts. He looks at 8 principles for a church family. A church family should be living a life of Commitment, Evangelism, Surrender, Discipleship, Teaching, Correction, Commission, and Multiplication. March 16, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues the series through the book of Acts, looking at The Lord's Message to the Fearful. The Lord's message to the fearful is that I Am with You. No One Will Harm You. My People Are with You. March 9, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series through the book of Acts. Believers should be faithful to warn by working for the Gospel, removing obstacles to the Gospel, and testifying of God's work in our life. March 2, 2025

Pastor Jonathan Barbee continues our series through the book of Acts as he looks at what is God's message to seekers. How can we know the God we seek? First, we must seek the Creator. We also must know He is near. Finally, we must follow His command and prepare for His judgment. February 23, 2025