Carolina Baptist Church

The Resulting Joy of Repentance | Psalm 32

Psalm 32 is a companion psalm to Psalm 51. While Psalm 51 emphasizes the sorrow and confession of David’s repentance, Psalm 32 focuses on the joy that follows repentance. In this message, Pastor Marc Williamson preaches on the blessedness of forgiveness and the restoring grace of God. David looks back on a season of hidden sin and spiritual heaviness, then celebrates the mercy of the Lord who forgave, covered, and did not impute his sin. This psalm reminds believers that repentance is not the road to misery—it is the doorway to spiritual joy. When sin is confessed before God, the burden of guilt is lifted, fellowship is restored, and the repentant heart can rejoice in the Lord.

A Living Hope When Life Hurts

In this message, Pastor Marc Williamson preaches from 1 Peter 1:1-7 on the living hope believers have in Jesus Christ. Peter wrote to scattered and suffering Christians who were facing persecution, loss, and discouragement, yet he reminded them that their hope was not tied to their circumstances—it was anchored in the resurrection of Christ. This passage teaches us that Christians may feel like strangers in this world, but they are not forgotten by God. Through Christ, believers have a living hope, an eternal inheritance reserved in heaven, and the keeping power of God to sustain them through every trial. When life hurts, God’s Word points us to the risen Saviour, whose resurrection gives His people real comfort, lasting assurance, and hope that will never fade.

A Psalm of Repentance – Part 8

In this message from Psalm 51, Pastor Marc Williamson continues examining the nature of genuine repentance through David’s confession after his sin with Bathsheba. David acknowledges that no outward sacrifice or religious activity could truly atone for his sin, revealing that what GOD ultimately desires is “a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart.” This sermon explores the Old Testament concept of atonement, the purpose of the sacrificial system, and how it pointed forward to the perfect sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It also highlights the difference between false repentance and true godly sorrow that leads to restoration and renewed worship. Believers are reminded that repentance is more than words or outward actions—it is a heart broken over sin and humbled before a holy GOD.

The Risen Christ Who Walks With Us

The story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus gives powerful evidence of Christ’s resurrection while also revealing how the risen Savior ministers to discouraged believers. Though these disciples had heard reports of the empty tomb, sorrow and disappointment clouded their understanding and caused them to walk away in confusion. In this message, Pastor Marc Williamson explains how Jesus drew near to these struggling disciples, patiently exposed the root of their unbelief, and opened the Scriptures to reveal Himself throughout the Old Testament. As Christ expounded the Word of GOD, their hearts began to burn with renewed faith and hope. This sermon challenges believers to trust the promises of Scripture over personal expectations and reminds us that Jesus still walks with His people today—even in seasons of discouragement, disappointment, and uncertainty.

A Mandate for Mother

In this Mother’s Day message from Exodus 20:12, Pastor Marc Williamson preaches on God’s command to honor mothers. Motherhood is a high calling from God and plays a vital role in the home, the family, and society. This sermon explains that honoring mothers is not merely a tradition or suggestion, but a commandment from the Lord. Pastor Marc also highlights the character of honorable mothers: a saved life, sacrificial love, silent labor, and steadfast loyalty. This message encourages mothers to reflect God’s love and faithfulness in the home while reminding children of all ages that honoring father and mother is part of honoring God.