Weekly Christian sermons from Brewster Baptist Church
In A Table of Contrasts, Pastor Doug Scalise explores the powerful encounter between Jesus, a Pharisee named Simon, and a woman known for her sinfulness. This message challenges us to examine our own hearts—are we self-righteous and blind to our need for grace, or do we come to Jesus with humility, love, and faith? Through…
In this message from Matthew 9:9–13, Pastor David Pranga explores the radical mercy of Jesus at the table of a tax collector. Starting off our Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? series, this sermon reveals how Jesus extends grace and belonging to outcasts, sinners, and those society overlooks. Discover how Christ’s invitation — “Follow Me” —…
“What Will You Do with the Freedom God Gave You?” explores the biblical meaning of Christian freedom through Galatians 5 and Romans 14. Pastor Doug Scalise teaches that while freedom is a gift from God through Christ, it comes with the responsibility to love and serve others—not indulge the self. This message challenges us to…
In this timely and thoughtful message, Pastor Nate Ryan explores Jesus’ words, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s,” through the lens of both Scripture and Baptist history. Drawing from Mark 12 and the Baptist tradition of religious liberty, the sermon highlights why the separation of church and state isn’t…
What if being a priest isn’t just for pastors, but for every follower of Jesus? In this message from 1 Peter 2:4–10, Pastor Doug Scalise explores the powerful truth of the priesthood of all believers—how ordinary Christians are called, equipped, and empowered to serve, worship, and proclaim God’s goodness in everyday life. Discover what it…
Have you ever wished life came with a reset button? In this encouraging message from Pastor Doug Scalise, we look at Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus in John 3 and discover what it truly means to be “born again” through water and the Spirit. Whether you’re exploring baptism, longing for forgiveness, or simply hoping for a…
In his message, Can One Meal Really Change Everything? (Matthew 26:26–30), Pastor Doug Scalise explores the profound meaning of the Lord’s Supper and how this sacred meal shapes Christian identity, community, and hope. Through Jesus’ words at the Last Supper, we reflect on themes of grace, forgiveness, sacrifice, and resurrection. This message helps believers understand…
In his message, Why Share Our Faith? (Mark 5:18–20), Pastor David Pranga challenges us to embrace our calling as everyday evangelists by sharing the hope and transformation we’ve experienced in Jesus. Through the story of a man healed by Christ, we learn how powerful our personal testimonies can be. This message introduces the B.L.E.S.S. strategy—five…
Pastor Doug Scalise shares personal stories, biblical insight, and practical encouragement on why reading the Bible matters. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:16–17, he explores how scripture teaches, redirects, equips, and transforms us—helping us become more like Christ. Whether you’re new to the Bible or returning to it, this is a compelling invitation to engage deeply and let God’s Word shape your life.