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A Mother's Wisdom: Proverbs 31 | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Thu, 14 May 2026 22:23:05 +0000

Matthew 5v31-32: The Heart of Faithfulness | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 4 May 2026 17:06:57 +0000

Matthew 5v27-30: The Cave of Your Heart | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:31:51 +0000

Matthew 5v17-26: Murder Without Blood | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:05:44 +0000

Matthew 5v13-16: Salt & Light | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:06:46 +0000

Living the Resurrected Life: Easter Sunday | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 00:00:31 +0000

Matthew 5v9: Blessed Are the Peacemakers | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:29:56 +0000

Matthew 5v10-12: Blessed Are the Persecuted | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:28:31 +0000

Matthew 5v8: Blessed Are the Pure in Heart | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:50:35 +0000

Matthew 5v7: Blessed Are The Merciful | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 02:03:12 +0000

Matthew 5v6: Blessed Are They That Hunger & Thirst | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 2 Mar 2026 03:22:00 +0000

Matthew 5v5: Blessed Are The Meek | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:49:39 +0000

Matthew 5v4: Blessed Are They That Mourn | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:27:54 +0000

Matthew 5v1-3: Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:58:40 +0000

Matthew 4v18-25: The Call That Forms a Kingdom People | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 2 Feb 2026 04:37:04 +0000

Matthew 4v12-17: The Light is Arising | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:07:45 +0000

Matthew 4v1-11: Lessons In the Wilderness | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:33 +0000

Matthew 3v13-17: The Dawn of New Creation | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:49:45 +0000

Matthew 3v1-12: A Path in the Wilderness of Our Hearts | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 5 Jan 2026 23:33:03 +0000

Matthew 2v13-23: The God Who Rewrites Broken Stories | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 01:10:23 +0000

Matthew 1v21-23: Believing You're Loved | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 23:38:38 +0000

In this teaching, we examine the motivation behind the coming of Jesus to this earth and what compelled Him to enter our broken world. We look beyond the familiar story to consider the heart of God revealed in the incarnation: His love, mercy, and redemptive purpose. By exploring Scripture, we are reminded that Jesus did not come merely to set an example or offer moral guidance, but to save us from our sins and restore what was lost. This teaching invites us to respond not only with understanding, but with worship, gratitude, and renewed faith in the Savior who came for us.

Matthew 2v1-12: Wizards, Kings, & Essential Oils | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:09:39 +0000

This week we turn our hearts to Joy. Not the shallow kind that fades with circumstances, but the deep, steady joy that comes from meeting Jesus. In Matthew 2v1-12 the Magi traveled far, following a light in the sky with hope in their hearts. And when the star stopped over the place where Jesus was, Matthew tells us: “They rejoiced with exceeding great joy.” These wise men didn’t come empty-handed. Their gifts(gold, frankincense, and myrrh) were expressions of worship. But the greatest gift they brought was their joy-filled surrender to be laid at the feet of the newborn King.

Matthew 1v18-25: Peace Arrives in the Middle of Chaos | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 8 Dec 2025 00:09:47 +0000

In Matthew 1v18–25, Joseph’s life is thrown into confusion: fear, uncertainty, and questions he never expected. Yet into that chaos, God brings the first word of Christmas: “Fear not.” This passage shows that peace is not the absence of trouble, but the presence of Immanuel, God with us. Jesus enters a messy world and brings calm, clarity, and courage to trembling hearts. As we reflect on this story in the Advent season, we discover that true peace isn’t found in quiet circumstances, but in the God who draws near and stays with His people.

Matthew 1v1-17: Hope For Those Who Don't Belong | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 1 Dec 2025 22:46:02 +0000

Matthew opens his Gospel with a genealogy that highlights four surprising women: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba. Their stories include pain, loss, scandal, and outsider status, yet God weaves each of them into the family line of Jesus. This teaching will explore how their inclusion reveals the heart of the gospel: Jesus enters broken stories, welcomes the unlikely, and brings redemption where it’s least expected. Matthew’s list isn’t just names, t’s a reminder that God’s grace reaches all of us.

Hebrews 4v14-16: The Throne of Grace | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 1 Dec 2025 22:05:58 +0000

Theme: We may come boldly to God through Christ.  Key Verse: v.16 — “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace…”  Teaching: Jesus sympathizes with our weakness and intercedes for us.

Thanks Gathering: The Right Mind of Gratitude | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 21:03:30 +0000

0:00 Rick Terrazas - Rock of Ages Ministries

16:50 Brian Neubert - Scripture Reading

18:00 Save Sikele - The Right Mind of Gratitude

Matthew: Discover the Kingdom | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:23:08 +0000

"Matthew: Discover the Kingdom" invites us to walk with Jesus as He announces God’s reign breaking into our world. Through teachings, parables, miracles, and encounters with ordinary people, Matthew reveals what life looks like when heaven comes to earth. In this series, we’ll discover who Jesus is, what His Kingdom is like, and how we are called to live as His disciples today.
The Rest is History Podcast: Jesus Christ Pt. 1

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Hebrews 4v1-13: The Promise of Rest | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:25:36 +0000

Hebrews 4:1–13 calls believers to a deep, urgent examination of the heart. God has opened a way into His rest, a rest far greater than the land of Canaan and deeper than physical Sabbath rhythms. It is the rest of salvation, trust, obedience, and intimate fellowship with Christ. Yet the writer warns that this promise, though offered, can be missed through unbelief and hardened hearts.

Hebrews 3v7-19: Warnings From the Wilderness | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:49:59 +0000

His Ways Are Unsearchable | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:58:17 +0000

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The Cost of Compassion: Vision Sunday

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 4 Nov 2025 21:15:20 +0000

A teaching from Luke 10:25-37 based in Jesus' teaching of the Samaritan who was moved with compassion.

Hebrews 3v1-6: Faithful Son Over God's House | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 22:11:06 +0000

Dry Bones | Aaron Sikele - Ezekiel 37v1--14

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 21:54:16 +0000

Committed Followers of Jesus | Eric Goetsch - Following Jesus Conference

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:50:59 +0000

Following Jesus With Compassion | Eric Goetsch - Following Jesus Conference

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 21:32:08 +0000

Following Jesus As Forgivers | Eric Goetsch - Following Jesus Conference

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 20:49:52 +0000

Following Jesus As Apprentices | Eric Goetsch - Following Jesus Conference

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 20:17:31 +0000

Crafting a Rule of Life Around the Way of Jesus | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:32:00 +0000

Craft your rule of life at the link below:

www.practicingtheway.org/ruleoflifebuilder

Hebrews 2v9-18: Our Brother and High Priest | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:10:05 +0000

The Witness Practice: Lifestyle - Where Do We Witness? | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 03:24:34 +0000

The Witness Practice: Method - How Do We Witness? | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:34:28 +0000

A teaching from John 4: Jesus and the woman at the well. We glean truths from Jesus' interaction, his wisdom, his pursuit of truth and his compassion for this Samaritan woman.

Hebrews 2v1-8: Warning Against Drifting | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 03:38:26 +0000

The Witness Practice: Mission - What Am I A Witness To? | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:14:49 +0000

Our message is not about ourselves, but the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Hebrews 1v5-14: Jesus is Better Than the Angels | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:40:55 +0000

The writer of Hebrews shows that Jesus is superior to angels because of His unique Sonship, eternal throne, and divine authority. Angels are mighty servants, but Jesus is the eternal King.

The Witness Practice: Identity - Who Is a Witness? | Darren Purdy

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:24:22 +0000

A witness is not just someone who “does evangelism,” but someone who lives in such a way that their life points to Christ. That life in relationship with Christ is built through abiding in Him and bearing fruit out of that abiding relationship.

The Service Practice: Service As a Way of Life | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:02:18 +0000

This teaching reminds us that every act of work and service, whether noticed or hidden, is ultimately done for Christ. True service is not about earning approval from people but about honoring the Lord with wholehearted devotion. When we serve in this way, our daily tasks, whether at home, work, church, or in the community become acts of worship. This passage calls us to shift our perspective: service isn’t drudgery or duty, but a joyful offering to God who rewards faithfulness.

Hebrews 1v1-4: Foundations - Jesus is God's Final Word | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:28:07 +0000

Hebrews 1:1–4 shows Jesus as the radiance of God’s glory and the final revelation of God. He is the exact imprint of God’s nature, the One through whom all things were created and are sustained, the Savior who purified us from sin, and the King now seated at God’s right hand. These verses call us to see Christ as supreme over all and to listen as God speaks to us through Him.

The Service Practice: Serving the Least of These | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 3 Sep 2025 00:00:13 +0000

This teaching explores Jesus’ sobering words about the final judgment, where He separates the nations like a shepherd separates sheep from goats. The defining mark of the righteous is not wealth, knowledge, or status, but their willingness to serve “the least of these.” Jesus identifies Himself with the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the naked, the sick, and the imprisoned—showing that how we treat the vulnerable is, in fact, how we treat Him.

Ephesians 6:21-24: Letter Recap | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 2 Sep 2025 23:24:26 +0000

We look back over the whole letter to see how this theme of grace and love has been woven from beginning to end:

Gospel Revelation: God’s eternal plan in Christ revealed (ch. 1).

Grace That Rescues: Salvation by grace through faith (ch. 2).

A New Temple: God making one household, Jew and Gentile, in Christ (ch. 2).

A New Humanity and Creation: Putting off the old and putting on the new (ch. 4).

Unity Promoted: One body, one Spirit, one Lord, one faith (ch. 4).

Walking in Light: Living differently in purity and holiness (ch. 5).

Spiritual Warfare: Standing strong in the armor of God (ch. 6).

The Service Practice: Serving the Family of God | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 22:36:50 +0000

Galatians 5:13 reminds us that we are called to freedom in Christ, but this freedom is not for self-indulgence—it is for loving service. Through love, we are to serve one another, using our freedom to build up the family of God rather than tear it down. True service is not driven by guilt or obligation but by the Spirit, who empowers us to put others before ourselves. Serving the family of God means practicing humility, meeting real needs, and seeking the good of others so that the whole body of Christ is strengthened. This teaching challenges us to see service not as a burden but as the natural expression of gospel freedom and love.

Ephesians 6:13-20: The Armor of God | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 22:16:22 +0000

In this passage, Paul calls believers to “put on the whole armor of God” so they can stand firm against the schemes of the enemy. This teaching unpacks each piece of spiritual armor—the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of the gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit—and shows how they work together in our daily spiritual battles. Paul also emphasizes the vital role of prayer, reminding us that the fight is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of darkness. This message encourages us to live alert, equipped, and prayerful, standing strong in the victory of Christ.

The Service Practice: The Heart of Service | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:07:28 +0000

In this sermon, we hear Jesus redefine what true greatness looks like. While the world measures success by authority, power, and status, Jesus teaches His disciples that in His kingdom, greatness is found in serving. From Mark 10:42–45, we see how the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve—and to give His life as a ransom for many. This message calls us to reject self-promotion and embrace Christlike humility, finding joy and purpose in serving others just as our Savior served us.

Ephesians 6:10-12: Strength For the Battle | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:02:21 +0000

In this teaching, we walk through Paul’s reminder that the Christian life is not a playground but a battlefield. From Ephesians 6:10–12, we explore what it means to “be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might.” We uncover the reality of spiritual warfare, recognizing that our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against unseen powers of darkness. Rather than fighting in our own strength, we are called to stand firm in Christ, clothed in His strength, and aware of the enemy’s schemes. This message will equip you to see life’s struggles through a biblical lens, depend on the Lord’s strength, and prepare your heart for the armor of God.

Cultivating Compassion for the Next Generation | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sat, 16 Aug 2025 22:25:00 +0000

Ephesians 6:5-9 | Reimagining the Household in Christ: Part Three | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 5 Aug 2025 18:45:37 +0000

In Ephesians 6:5–9, Paul addresses the relationship between servants and masters—offering timeless principles for how we live and work under authority and how we lead others. Though written in the context of ancient servanthood, this passage speaks directly to our modern lives in the workplace, leadership, and relationships marked by power dynamics. Paul calls both workers and leaders to serve with sincerity, integrity, and respect—not to please people, but to honor Christ. This teaching challenges us to view all of life as service to the Lord, where every task becomes sacred and every role an opportunity to reflect the gospel.

The Fasting Practice: Patterns in the Scriptures | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 5 Aug 2025 18:20:19 +0000

From Moses on the mountain to Jesus in the wilderness, fasting appears throughout Scripture as a powerful spiritual rhythm. In this teaching, we trace the biblical patterns of fasting—from Old Testament moments of repentance and national crisis to New Testament expressions of devotion, guidance, and spiritual warfare. Fasting is more than abstaining from food; it is a declaration of dependence, a posture of humility, and a pursuit of God's presence. As we examine key examples and purposes of fasting in the Bible, we are invited to recover this often-overlooked discipline and rediscover the joy of hungering after God.

Ephesians 6:1-4 | Reimagining the Household in Christ: Part Two | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 5 Aug 2025 17:38:30 +0000

In this teaching from Ephesians 6:1–4, we explore God's wisdom for family relationships—specifically between children and parents. Paul calls children to obey and honor their parents, revealing that this command carries a promise of blessing. At the same time, parents—especially fathers—are urged not to provoke their children but to raise them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. This passage challenges cultural norms and invites us into a Christ-centered vision of family where love, honor, and spiritual formation are central. Whether you're a parent, child, or spiritual mentor, this message speaks to the heart of what it means to live out the gospel at home.

The Fasting Practice: To Grow in Holiness | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:04:21 +0000

In this teaching from Psalm 4, we reflect on the call to holiness that arises in seasons of pressure, longing, and prayerful dependence on God. David’s cry in this psalm reveals a heart that refuses to chase after empty things and instead turns toward the Lord in righteousness and trust. We’ll explore how fasting becomes a practical response to this call—a way to quiet our desires, realign our hearts, and pursue the peace that only God can give. Psalm 4 invites us to a deeper place of surrender, where holiness isn’t about performance but about resting in God’s presence with integrity, reverence, and joy.

Ephesians 5:21-33 | Reimagining the Household in Christ: Part One | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:37:03 +0000

In this teaching from Ephesians 5:21–33, we explore Paul’s profound vision for marriage, rooted in mutual submission and modeled after Christ’s love for the Church. Far from a cultural relic, this passage offers a countercultural invitation into a relationship of self-giving, sacrifice, and honor. We’ll unpack how the Gospel reshapes power dynamics, what it means for husbands to love sacrificially and for wives to respond respectfully, and how this mysterious union reflects the covenant between Christ and His people. Whether single or married, this teaching offers deep insight into God’s design for love, leadership, and unity in the body of Christ.

The Fasting Practice: Offering Ourselves to Jesus | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:00:12 +0000

Psalm 35:13 gives us a glimpse into David’s deep personal sorrow and spiritual discipline: “I humbled my soul with fasting.” In this teaching, we reflect on how fasting is more than a religious duty—it is a heart posture of humility before God. David’s example shows us how to respond to conflict, betrayal, and suffering with prayerful dependence and spiritual focus. This message unpacks the role of fasting in cultivating humility, aligning our hearts with God, and interceding for others—even our enemies.

Ephesians 5:18-21: Filled With the Spirit | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Aaron Sikele) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:56:32 +0000

In this teaching from Ephesians 5:18–21, we explore Paul’s powerful call to be "filled with the Spirit" and how that shapes every part of our daily lives. Rather than chasing temporary highs or empty distractions, believers are invited into a Spirit-filled life marked by joyful worship, gratitude, and mutual submission. This message unpacks what it really means to live under the Spirit’s influence—expressed through singing, thanksgiving, and humble relationships in the church and the home. Discover how being filled by the Spirit transforms your attitude, your community, and your witness to the world.

The Solitude Practice | A Conversation

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 21:58:39 +0000

In a world full of noise, hurry, and constant connection, the practice of solitude feels both deeply needed and strangely difficult. In this episode Aaron Sikele, Eric Goetsch, and Save Sikele sit down to explore the spiritual discipline of solitude—why Jesus pursued it, why we resist it, and how it can become a pathway to deeper peace and intimacy with God. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just hungry for more stillness in your life, this conversation invites you to slow down, unplug, and make space to be fully present—with yourself and with God. 0:00 - Introduction 2:25 - Finding God’s Strength in Stillness 30:26 - The Pattern of Jesus 36:37 - Encountering Ourselves 50:46 - Encountering God 1:02:32 - Jacob’s Encounter With God 1:22:30 - Encountering the Enemy 1:34:20 - Closing Thoughts

Liberty Sunday: Free Indeed | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 6 Jul 2025 22:40:47 +0000

In a world full of pressure, performance, and pretending, many people are stuck living behind masks—longing to be free but not sure how to get there. In 2 Corinthians 3:17, Paul announces a bold and beautiful truth: real freedom is found only in the presence of the Lord. This message will explore the contrast Paul makes between the old covenant of the law—marked by veils, fear, and fading glory—and the new covenant of the Spirit—marked by unveiled faces, boldness, and transformation.

The Community Practice: Stay Together To Grow | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 1 Jul 2025 23:42:25 +0000

Spiritual growth isn’t a solo journey—it happens in the soil of committed relationships. In a culture that often runs from conflict, avoids vulnerability, and prioritizes convenience, the gospel calls us to something deeper: staying together to grow. In this final message of our Community Practices series, we explore how long-term, honest, and stable relationships are essential for spiritual formation. From the early church in Corinth to our modern gatherings, God has always used community to shape His people. Through love, truth, confession, forgiveness, and shared rhythms, we are formed into the image of Christ—not alone, but together. This sermon will challenge us to resist the drift of isolation and instead lean into the kind of community where real growth happens: not fast, not flashy, but faithful. Because when we stay together, we don’t just survive—we grow.

Ephesians 5:14-17 | Darkness is Defeated | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 1 Jul 2025 21:04:53 +0000

In a world where spiritual sleep and moral darkness often feel overwhelming, Paul calls the church to wake up. In Ephesians 5:14–17, we are reminded that Christ's light doesn’t just expose the darkness—it defeats it. This passage is a powerful call to live as children of light, fully awake, fully aware, and fully engaged with God’s will. Paul urges us to walk wisely—not aimlessly—and to make the most of every opportunity in a world that is losing its way. As we rise from the deadness of sin and apathy, Christ shines on us and through us, bringing clarity, purpose, and victory over darkness. This teaching will encourage believers to live with urgency, intentionality, and hope—knowing that the light of Christ has overcome the night, and now we are bearers of that light.

The Community Practice: Confess Your Sins | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:04:53 +0000

Shame thrives in the dark. It tells us we must hide our struggles, making us feel isolated and alone. But the Bible reminds us that true freedom is found when we confess our sins to one another and pray for one another, that we may be healed (James 5:16). In this teaching, we explore what it looks like to come out of the shadows and into the light of God’s grace — not just privately, but as a practice lived in loving community. We’ll discover how honest confession breaks the chains of secrecy, deepens our relationships, and allows God’s healing and transforming power to flow. Join us as we embrace the courage to be known, experience the freedom that honesty brings, and grow together as a people shaped by God’s mercy.

Ephesians 5:3-13 | Walking in the Light | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 20:57:11 +0000

In Ephesians 5:3–13, Paul reminds us that we are called to live differently as God’s people — turning away from impurity, greed, and empty talk, and stepping fully into the light of Christ. In this teaching, we’ll explore what it means to expose the hidden, dark places in our hearts and let God’s light transform them. We’ll see how God empowers us to live in holiness, how bringing sin into the light brings freedom rather than shame, and how our choices affect not only ourselves but those around us. Join us as we embrace our true identity as “children of light,” allowing God’s goodness, righteousness, and truth to shine through every part of our lives.

The Tale of Two Sons: Father's Day | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:32:38 +0000

In one of Jesus' most beloved parables, we meet two sons — one who rebels and runs, and another who stays but grows bitter. Yet at the heart of this story is not just the failure of the sons, but the extravagant love of the Father. This week we explored Luke 15 and see ourselves in both sons: the one who wanders and the one who resents. But more importantly, we behold the Father whose love is patient, pursuing, and restoring. Whether we are far from God or close but cold, His invitation is the same: “Come home.” In this story we marvel at the grace that welcomes the sinner and heals the self-righteous.

The Community Practice: Sharing Our Joys and Sorrows | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:25:46 +0000

In a world that often encourages isolation and self-reliance, Christian community is radically different—it’s a place where no one laughs or cries alone. Scripture calls us to “rejoice with those who rejoice” and “weep with those who weep.” This teaching explores the spiritual practice of sharing both our joys and our sorrows as a way of embodying the love of Christ.

Ephesians 4:17-5:2 | Living the Transformed Life | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:01:07 +0000

In this powerful passage, Paul draws a sharp contrast between the life we once lived—shaped by ignorance, hard-heartedness, and self-centered desires—and the new life we've been called into through Christ. The "old self" is marked by corruption and deceit, while the "new self" reflects God's righteousness, holiness, and love. This teaching unpacks what it means to put off the old humanity and put on the new—practically, relationally, and spiritually.

The Community Practice: A Family Around a Table | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 1 Jun 2025 23:39:57 +0000

Acts 2:42 paints a powerful picture of the early church—not as an institution, but as a family devoted to life together. This sermon unpacks what it means to be the church as a spiritual family gathered around a table, sharing in teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. In a world marked by loneliness, isolation, and individualism, this passage invites us back to the warmth of community. The table becomes more than a place to eat—it becomes the center of belonging, conversation, and shared life. The early believers didn’t just attend events together; they devoted themselves to one another, forming a new kind of family in Christ.

Ephesians 4:1-16 | A Promotion of Unity | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 1 Jun 2025 22:02:43 +0000

This teaching explores the call to live a life worthy of our calling by cultivating unity within the church. The Apostle Paul urges believers to walk in humility, gentleness, patience, and love—key attitudes that protect and preserve the unity given by the Spirit. Paul reminds us that although we are many members with diverse gifts, we are one body under one Lord, one faith, and one baptism. The passage emphasizes that Christ has given leaders and spiritual gifts to equip the saints for ministry, build up the body, and help us all mature into the fullness of Christ. True unity is not uniformity, but a Spirit-empowered harmony that values both diversity and growth. When each member does their part, the whole body grows stronger in love and truth.

The Generosity Practice: Everything Belongs to God | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Thu, 29 May 2025 23:18:01 +0000

In a world that constantly tells us to hold tighter to what we have, the Scriptures invite us to live with open hands and open hearts. In this message, you'll discover the freeing truth that all we possess—our time, talents, and treasures—ultimately belong to the Lord. By exploring key Scriptures, we’ll learn how recognizing God's ownership leads to joyful generosity, deeper trust, and eternal impact. Prepare to be challenged and encouraged to reflect God's generous nature in every area of your life.

Ephesians 3:14-21 | Paul's 2nd Heartfelt Prayer | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 28 May 2025 06:34:26 +0000

In this heartfelt prayer, the Apostle Paul kneels before God to ask for inner strength, deeper faith, and a fuller experience of Christ’s love for the believers in Ephesus. Though imprisoned, Paul focuses not on physical needs but on spiritual growth—praying that believers would be strengthened by the Spirit, rooted in love, and able to grasp the vastness of God’s love. Paul closes with a powerful reminder of God's ability to do far more than we can ask or imagine.

The Generosity Practice: Watch Out For Greed | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Fri, 23 May 2025 18:32:09 +0000

The heart of this teaching is a call to generosity—not as an obligation, but as a joyful response to God’s grace. Listeners are invited to consider how generosity aligns them with God's kingdom purposes, stores up treasure in heaven, and brings deep spiritual freedom. Drawing from Jesus’ teaching, the message encourages practical steps to cultivate a generous lifestyle, reminding believers that what they do with their resources reveals where their treasure—and their trust—truly lies. This sermon is both a warning and an invitation: a warning against the soul-destroying power of greed, and an invitation into the rich, liberating life of giving, stewarding, and trusting in the provision of a faithful God.

Ephesians 3:1-13 | The New Humanity | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Fri, 23 May 2025 01:50:01 +0000

In Ephesians 3:1–13, the Apostle Paul unveils a profound mystery once hidden for ages: the uniting of Jew and Gentile into one body—the Church—through Jesus Christ. This passage emphasizes that the Church is not an afterthought in God’s redemptive plan but the divine masterpiece of a new humanity, formed and sustained in Christ.

The God of All Comfort | Mother's Day | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Thu, 22 May 2025 22:18:03 +0000

This Mother’s Day message draws from 2 Corinthians 1:3–4, where Paul describes God as “the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.” The sermon explores how God’s comforting nature is not only a gift to every believer but also a model for how mothers reflect His character in daily life.

Ephesians 2:19-22 | A New Temple | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 5 May 2025 07:23:03 +0000

The Generosity Practice: The Joy of Giving | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 5 May 2025 00:22:01 +0000

In this teaching we look at the character of our generous and joyful God who exemplifies who we were created to embody!

The Scripture Practice: Internalize | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:40:11 +0000

In this teaching we look at the account of King Josiah and his response to the Scriptures as it was read and communicated to him. What should our response to the Scriptures be as we Read, Meditate, and Study the Scriptures?

Ephesians 2:1-18 | Grace That Rescues | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 06:02:35 +0000

Paul communicates the grace that has been extended through Jesus to both the Jews and the Gentiles. This grace unifies the once existent division between the two.

What If Jesus Had Stayed Buried? | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 02:28:24 +0000

The Scripture Practice: Study | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:48:02 +0000

What does it mean to rightly divide the Word of truth? What does it mean to approach the Scriptures with an understanding of the context of a particular passage? This teaching dives into five lenses we must put on in order to bring clarity as we read and study the Scriptures.

Ephesians 1:15-23 | Paul's Heartfelt Prayer | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:23:20 +0000

In this powerful passage, Paul offers a heartfelt prayer for the believers in Ephesus—and for us today. After commending them for their faith and love, he prays that God would give them "the Spirit of wisdom and revelation" so they can know Him more deeply.

The Scripture Practice: Meditate | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 6 Apr 2025 22:31:00 +0000

In this sermon we focus on the opening of God's Word in order for us to meditate in the Scriptures. We take a deeper look at what the Scriptures mean by meditating on the Scriptures.

Ephesians 1:3-14 | Blessing & Election | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 6 Apr 2025 22:13:52 +0000

The Scripture Practice: Read | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 21:23:19 +0000

In this sermon we look at the main theme of the Scriptures and why the Scriptures were written.

Ephesians 1:1-2 | An Overview of the Letter to the Ephesians | Eric Goetsch

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:17:39 +0000

In this teaching we get an overview of the context and driving message that Paul, the author was attempting to communicate through this letter.

Encountering God | The Solitude Practice | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 22:42:43 +0000

In this sermon we look at Elijah's encounter with God on top of Mount Horeb. God's invitation to Elijah to listen to his voice in the place of solitude.

Key Takeaways from the Book of Acts | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 22:05:16 +0000

In this teaching we recap the book of Acts and look at some key characteristics of the early church.

Encountering the Enemy | The Solitude Practice | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:35:18 +0000

In this sermon we look at the invitation from God out of Isaiah 30 for us to sit still and to find our strength in quietness. We also look at the three enemies: the flesh, the world, and the devil and the way in which we can overcome the enemy.

Acts 28 | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 03:51:42 +0000

In this chapter we navigate Paul's interaction with the islanders of Melita as well as his final leg of his journey into Rome.

Acts 27 | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 22:48:24 +0000

Encountering Yourself | The Solitude Practice | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:51:13 +0000

In this sermon we look at the character of Elijah, the prophet who finds himself in a place of solitude where he has to encounter himself.I Kings 19:1-4

The Quiet Place | The Solitude Practice | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Fri, 7 Mar 2025 16:00:55 +0000

Acts 26 | Save Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:51:37 +0000

The Prayer Practice | A Conversation

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 22:30:00 +0000

Eric Goetsch, Aaron Sikele, & Save Sikele sit down to have a conversation around the practice of prayer. "Lord, Teach Us To Pray" Andrew Murray "Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools" Tyler Staton

Save Sikele - Acts 25

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 22:30:45 +0000

Listening to God | The Prayer Practice | Aaron Sikele

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:37:59 +0000

In this sermon we take a look at the example of young Samuel and his attentiveness to God's voice. I Samuel 3

Save Sikele - Acts 23

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 9 Feb 2025 22:22:05 +0000

Aaron Sikele - The Prayer Practice | Talking With God

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 9 Feb 2025 21:57:46 +0000

Matthew 6:5-13

Save Sikele - The Prayer Practice | Talking to God

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 2 Feb 2025 22:35:15 +0000

Aaron Sikele - The Trial of Paul | Acts Series

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Sun, 2 Feb 2025 22:01:59 +0000

Save Sikele - When Religion Goes Against God

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:54:17 +0000

Aaron Sikele - The Sabbath Practice | Worship

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:07:16 +0000

Psalm 92: the Sabbath psalm.

Aaron Sikele - The Sabbath Practice | Delight

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:05:55 +0000

A teaching from Isaiah 58 on the topic of Sabbath as delight.

Aaron Sikele - A Willingness to Suffer | Acts Series

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 04:59:30 +0000

A teaching from Acts 21.

The Sabbath Practice | A Conversation

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Eric Goetsch, Aaron Sikele, Save Sikele) — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 23:00:00 +0000

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"The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" by John Mark Comer

https://a.co/d/e2GNkBh

"Why the Week?" by Jeremiah Jacques

https://www.thetrumpet.com/8861-why-the-week

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Save Sikele - None of These Things Move Me | Acts Series

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:17:36 +0000

Acts 20

Save Sikele - Wisdom Towards the Hardhearted | Acts Series

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 6 Jan 2025 03:53:24 +0000

Acts 19

Aaron Sikele - Lord, Teach Us to Number Our Days

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:57:08 +0000

Psalm 90 - In this Psalm we reflect on the urgency of living wisely, embracing God’s wisdom, and finding meaning in the short time we have. Whether you're seeking to live more purposefully or find comfort in the midst of life's transience, this sermon will encourage you to make every day count.

Save Sikele - Your Heart's Desire For Something New | Acts Series

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 19:40:11 +0000

Aaron Sikele - The Fullness of Joy

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 21:07:11 +0000

Luke 2:10 - In this uplifting episode, we dive deep into the concept of true, lasting joy.

Aaron Sikele - When Love Came Down

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:47:12 +0000

I John 4:8-10 - A brief look at the coming of Jesus to this earth to embody God's love for his creation.

Save Sikele - Jesus' Humiliation

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:41:16 +0000

Isaiah 53

Guest: Roni Qalo - Get the Seed Out of the Barn

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 9 Dec 2024 22:59:16 +0000

Save Sikele - Mary's Humiliation

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Mon, 9 Dec 2024 22:41:20 +0000

Save Sikele - Men in the Arena | Acts Series

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Save Sikele) — Wed, 4 Dec 2024 21:13:16 +0000

Aaron Sikele - Abiding in Christ, Alive in Community, Active in Compassion

aaron.sikele@gmail.com (Abide Baptist Church) — Wed, 4 Dec 2024 21:12:48 +0000

Vision Sunday for the upcoming year: 2025