As we begin a new year, reflection and anticipation naturally walk hand in hand. In this episode, we turn to Matthew 17:1–8, the account of Jesus' Transfiguration, to explore what it truly means to journey with Jesus.

Life is not just about turning the calendar — it is a journey with direction, purpose, and a destination. This message reminds us that walking with Christ involves trusting a predetermined path, embracing both challenge and revelation, and keeping Jesus as our ultimate focus even when blessings, struggles, or uncertainties arise.

The disciples' experience on the mountain teaches us that revelation is never meant to replace obedience, and comfort must never distract us from our calling. When everything else fades, Jesus remains — Emmanuel, God with us.

• In this episode, you'll hear about:Life as a journey shaped by God's direction
• Why following Jesus begins with trust, not control
• God's powerful presence in moments of hardship
• The danger of mistaking revelation for destination
• "Listen to Him" — why Jesus alone remains
• Faithfulness as a lifelong commitment

Whether you're facing unanswered questions or stepping forward with hope, this message calls us to anchor our lives in Christ and walk with Him faithfully into the year ahead.

📖 Scripture Focus: Matthew 17:1–8

🎧 Theme: Journeying with Jesus

🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

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In this farewell message to Baptist Community Church, Pastor Mambwe reframes "goodbye" as a prayer, a blessing, and a declaration of faith: God be with you.

Sharing honestly about sorrow, gratitude, and transition, this episode explores:

• Why goodbye is not a biblical word—but "God be with you" is
• How God works powerfully in the middle of chaos, pain, and change
• Why circumstances never have the final word in a believer's story
• The hope of resurrection and redemption in God's larger story

From young people to elders, parents to church leaders, this sermon offers personal benedictions and encouragement to remain faithful in the messy middle, trusting that God never wastes a hurt and never abandons His people.

This episode is a reminder that while seasons change, God's presence does not.

Key Quote:

"Life is not a problem to be solved; it is a story to be lived."

🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

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🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

❤️ Want to support our ministry?

Your generosity helps us grow, reach more people, and develop our community—both spiritually and practically.

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Branch: Longacres | Branch Code: 017

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Christmas invites celebration—but Scripture invites reflection.

In this message from John 1:1–14, we are called to celebrate Christmas as God intended: by beholding the glory of Jesus Christ, the eternal Word who entered history, became flesh, and came to redeem humanity.

• Key Themes:Christ as the Word Eternal — eternally existing, fully God, worthy of worship
• Christ as the Word Entering — Creator entering creation as Light
• Christ as the Word Incarnate — God made flesh to transform lives
• Christmas as a call to worship, transformation, and salvation

This sermon challenges us to examine how we plan and celebrate Christmas and asks a vital question:

Is Christ truly at the center of our celebration and our lives?

🎄 May this message lead you to worship Christ, receive Him fully, and celebrate Christmas meaningfully.

🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

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In today's episode we explore Jesus' teaching on growing faith — and why the apostles themselves felt compelled to say, "Lord, increase our faith." Using Luke 17 as our foundation, we discuss:

In This Episode:

• The inevitability of temptations and why scandals should grieve us but never surprise us
• Jesus' solemn warning against causing others to stumble
• The call to a holy life — confronting sin honestly and forgiving repeatedly
• Why forgiveness requires supernatural strength
• How great evil reveals the limits of our strength
• The father's prayer: "I believe; help my unbelief"
• Why imperfect, mustard-seed faith is still powerful in God's hands
• What it looks like to grow in faith through battles, doubts, and trials

Faith doesn't grow by accident. It grows when we ask Jesus to give what we lack — strength against temptation, power to forgive, endurance in trials, and hope in the face of darkness.

Scripture References:

Luke 17:1–6 • Matthew 17:20–21 • Mark 9:23–24 • Leviticus 19:17 • Matthew 18:15 • 2 Timothy 2:22 • Colossians 2:7 • 2 Thessalonians 1:3 • 1 Thessalonians 3:2

🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

❤️ Want to support our ministry?

Your generosity helps us grow, reach more people, and develop our community—both spiritually and practically.

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In today's sermon, we look at Paul's command to the church: "Restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness."

Because the church is a spiritual family — adopted by God, connected not by blood but by the Spirit — we bear the responsibility of helping our brothers and sisters when they fall into sin.

In this episode we explore:

• Why Christians still struggle with sin
• The role of mature, Spirit-led believers in the restoration process
• The biblical meaning of "restore" — repair, reset, mend
• Why gentleness is essential for true spiritual healing
• The dangers of pride while helping someone else recover
• How to guard your own heart while carrying another's burden
• The importance of humility, patience, and Spirit-led confrontation

Key Scriptures:

Galatians 6:1–3; Galatians 5:25–26; 1 John 1:8–9; 1 Corinthians 3:1–3; 2 Timothy 2:24–25; Matthew 7:3–5

Theme:

We restore because God has restored us. We show mercy because He has shown mercy. And we carry one another because none of us stands strong alone.

🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

❤️ Want to support our ministry?

Your generosity helps us grow, reach more people, and develop our community—both spiritually and practically.

Bank Account Details

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Account Name: Baptist Community Church

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Branch: Longacres | Branch Code: 017

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In this Baptism Sunday sermon, Pastor Mambwe leads Baptist Community Church into the heart of the Gospel: the rescue God offers through Jesus Christ.

Drawing from Romans 8:1–5, this message answers three foundational questions:

1. What prompts God's rescue?

We are born under sin, unable to save ourselves, and in desperate need of Someone who can do for us what we cannot do. Condemnation is real — but so is God's grace.

2. What has God done for us?

God took the initiative by sending His Son:

• Jesus came in the likeness of sinful humanity
• He became our sin offering
• God condemned our sin in Jesus so that condemnation would no longer rest on us

3. What does the Spirit do in us now?

The Holy Spirit breaks sin's power and places our lives under new management. He reshapes our desires, gives us strength, and sets our minds on what pleases God.

This episode beautifully celebrates baptism, salvation, new life, and the joy of being fully rescued — not just from hell, but from the grip of sin itself.

If you've ever wondered what it means to be "in Christ," or if you're seeking hope and transformation, this sermon is for you.

🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

❤️ Want to support our ministry?

Your generosity helps us grow, reach more people, and develop our community—both spiritually and practically.

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Branch: Longacres | Branch Code: 017

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In this episode, we discuss the significance of speaking graciously, as taught by St. John and the Apostle Paul. We explore how our words can serve as instruments of grace, building others up and reflecting the heart of Christ. Learn how to avoid judgment, embrace humility, and let your speech be seasoned with love.

Key Takeaways:

• Words have the power to build or break.
• Align your speech with your actions.
• Avoid judgment and embrace humility.
• Speak with love, reflecting Christ's grace.

Chapters:

1. Introduction to Gracious Speech
2. The Power of Words
3. Aligning Actions and Words
4. Avoiding Judgment
5. Speaking with Love and Humility

Quotes:

• "Let your speech be such that it ministers grace."
• "Our speech has the power to build or to break down."
• "Speak with love and humility."

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🙌 About Us

Baptist Community Church is a young and growing church plant of the Zambia Baptist Association (ZBA), located in the heart of Meanwood Kwamwena, Lusaka.

📖 Our Mission

We seek to glorify God by making disciples, leading people into authentic worship and reaching out with God's love to individuals, couples, families, communities and nations abroad. Our foundation is the word of God and biblical fellowship.

❤️ Want to support our ministry?

Your generosity helps us grow, reach more people, and develop our community—both spiritually and practically.

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Branch: Longacres | Branch Code: 017

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