Sunday Evening Episodes

The sermon delivered by Pastor Josh Massaro at the Sunday Evening service of Middletown Baptist Church on March 23, 2025, offers profound insights into the authenticity of faith and the essential nature of the church. The discourse begins with an exploration of Paul's ministry in Ephesus, wherein he encounters resistance from the Jewish community, leading to a pivotal shift towards the Gentiles. This transition underscores the universal applicability of the Gospel message, emphasizing the necess...

The Sunday Evening Service at Middletown Baptist Church on March 2, 2025, hosted by Pastor Josh Massaro, delves into the profound significance of the Book of Acts, particularly focusing on Acts 18. Throughout this discourse, Pastor Josh emphasizes the essential nature of the church, asserting that the church is not merely a building or a program but rather the collective body of believers. He elaborates on the conclusion of Paul’s second missionary journey and the onset of his third, highlightin...

The sermon presented by Pastor Josh Massaro on February 23, 2025, provides a profound exploration of Acts chapter 18, where the Apostle Paul embarks on his mission in Corinth—an emblematic city marked by moral corruption and paganism. The pastor elucidates the challenges that Paul faced, particularly the vehement opposition from the Jewish community, which ultimately led him to redirect his evangelistic efforts towards the Gentiles. This pivot underscores a critical aspect of the Christian faith...

The sermon delivered by Pastor Carlos Gentile during the Sunday Evening Service at Middletown Baptist Church on February 16, 2025, was a profound exploration of the theme titled 'The Depth of Christ's Love.' Pastor Gentile's discourse began by inviting the congregation to engage with Psalm 100, emphasizing the importance of worshiping God with joy and reverence. He articulated that the love of Christ is multifaceted, and he proceeded to elaborate on four significant characteristics of this love:...

In the Sunday Evening Service at Middletown Baptist Church on February 2, 2025, Pastor Josh Massaro delivered an insightful sermon centered on Paul's renowned address at Mars Hill, as recorded in Acts 17. The principal theme of the discourse revolved around the profound implications of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which serves as the cornerstone of Christian faith and hope. Pastor Massaro elucidated the parallels between the philosophical inquiries of the Athenians and the contemporary ques...

Pastor Josh Massaro delves into the significance of being like the Bereans from Acts 17, emphasizing their noble character in receiving and verifying the Word of God. He highlights that true faith involves not only an open mind but also a readiness to study the Scriptures daily and apply their teachings to life. The episode explores the importance of distinguishing between descriptive and prescriptive passages in the Bible, urging listeners to actively engage with Scripture rather than passively...

Pastor Josh Massaro leads a thought-provoking Bible study in this Sunday Evening Service at Middletown Baptist Church, focusing on Acts 17 and the early church's mission in Thessalonica. The main takeaway is the importance of preaching the authentic Gospel of Jesus Christ, which emphasizes both His suffering and resurrection. Pastor Josh highlights how the early Christians faced persecution and opposition but remained steadfast in their faith, demonstrating that the power of God can thrive even ...

Pastor Josh Massaro shares a poignant message centered around the life of Anna, a prophetess who recognized Jesus as the Messiah. Through Anna's story, he emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith and dedication to God amid life's challenges and losses. Despite her hardships as a widow, Anna chose to serve God with fasting and prayer, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to her faith. The sermon calls listeners to reflect on their own spiritual disciplines and the necessity of proclaiming...

Pastor Josh Massaro explores the life and faith of Simeon, a pivotal figure in the Christmas story, during the Sunday Evening service at Middletown Baptist Church on December 15, 2024. The main focus is on Simeon's unwavering devotion to God and his longing to see the Messiah, which serves as a model for Christians today. As Simeon waits for the consolation of Israel, he is guided and obedient to the Holy Spirit, demonstrating the importance of spiritual sensitivity in our own lives. The sermon ...

Join us for a powerful message from Pastor Josh Massaro as he explores the transformative story of Paul and Silas in prison. This episode emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith and praise in the midst of difficulties, illustrating how their reliance on God led to miraculous outcomes, including the salvation of the jailer and his family. Pastor Josh encourages listeners to reflect on what hinders their own praise to God and to seek opportunities to minister to others, even during personal...

God desires your life to be preserved, and in this sermon, Pastor Jon Budd emphasizes the importance of recognizing sin markers, believing God's Word, and fearing the Lord as essential steps for spiritual preservation. Drawing from Isaiah Chapter 1, he illustrates how Israel fell into disobedience and empty rituals, ultimately leading to their downfall. The message highlights God's compassion and willingness to restore those who confess their sins and return to Him. Pastor Budd explores the seri...

Pastor Josh Massaro emphasizes the importance of recognizing and being thankful for closed doors in our lives, illustrating how God's guidance often comes through these seemingly negative experiences. He recounts the story of Paul and his missionary journey in the Book of Acts, highlighting how God redirected Paul from Asia to Macedonia, ultimately leading to the first European convert, Lydia. This episode explores the profound impact of obedience to God's will, even when it leads to unexpected ...

Join Pastor Josh Massaro in this enlightening sermon as he delves into the theme of God's guidance through closed doors and redirected paths. The main focus of the discussion is on Acts 16, where Paul experiences divine prohibitions as he attempts to preach in Asia, only to find himself led to Troas and ultimately to Macedonia. Through these events, Pastor Josh emphasizes the importance of recognizing that God's "no" can be just as significant as His "yes," guiding us toward His greater plans fo...

Conflict and disagreements are inevitable, even among dedicated leaders like Paul and Barnabas, as illustrated in Acts chapter 15. This podcast delves into the sharp contention that arose over John Mark's participation in their missionary journey, highlighting the importance of handling disputes with grace and understanding. Pastor Josh Massaro emphasizes that while personal disputes can easily escalate, the church must focus on love, unity, and spiritual growth rather than falling into the trap...

Join us for a thought-provoking sermon by Associate Pastor Jon Budd as he delves into the essential truth that following Christ requires us to yield completely to Him, remain in the light, and actively pursue God's will. Drawing from the teachings in First John, Pastor Budd emphasizes the importance of living out our faith through obedience to God's commandments, highlighting how true love for God is demonstrated in our daily lives. He challenges listeners to reflect on their personal walks with...

This sermon focuses on the crucial theme of unity within the church, emphasizing that Christian liberty should be exercised with love for fellow believers. Pastor Josh Massaro delves into Acts 15, where the early church navigated the tension between Jewish and Gentile believers regarding the law and faith. He highlights how the Jerusalem council reached a consensus that salvation comes through faith alone, while also encouraging Gentile Christians to be considerate of their Jewish counterparts t...

This podcast episode addresses the complex relationship between Christian liberty and the responsibility Christians have to not offend their brothers and sisters in Christ. Pastor Josh Massaro emphasizes that while believers have freedom in Christ, this liberty should be limited by love for others. He explores the significant discussions from the Jerusalem Council in Acts, where the early church wrestled with the implications of faith versus the law and how Gentile believers should navigate thei...

Join us for a heartwarming Sunday Evening service featuring the gospel singing of the McCloskeys, where the power of faith and the promises of God take center stage. Pastor Josh leads us in a message of reassurance, emphasizing that despite life's challenges, God's grace and presence are ever-present. Throughout the service, uplifting songs and testimonies remind us of the hope and comfort found in Jesus, encouraging listeners to stand firm in their faith. The congregation shares moments of joy ...

The Jerusalem Council: Confronting False Teachings and Embracing the Gospel Pastor Josh from Middletown Baptist Church explores Acts chapter 15, focusing on the Jerusalem Council's handling of false teachings brought by Judaizers. These false teachers claimed that Gentile believers needed to adhere to the Law of Moses to be saved. Pastor Josh emphasizes the importance of adhering to salvation by faith alone, free from the burdens of tradition and legalism. He calls for believers to evaluate t...

Steadfast in Mission: Lessons from Paul's First Missionary Journey In this episode of the Middletown Baptist Church podcast, Pastor Josh discusses the conclusion of Acts 14 and Paul’s first missionary journey. Despite being stoned in Lystra, Paul proceeds to preach in Derby, demonstrating steadfastness in his mission. The episode emphasizes the importance of both preaching and teaching, encouraging steadfastness amidst difficulties, and supporting fellow believers. Pastor Josh also touches on...

Authentic Church Through Scripture: Persevering in the Face of Opposition In this episode of the Middletown Baptist Church podcast, Pastor Josh continues the study in the book of Acts, focusing on chapter 14. He discusses the perseverance of Paul and Barnabas despite facing opposition, emphasizing the importance of being faithful and not just successful in spreading the gospel. Pastor Josh introduces the acronym ACTS, which stands for Authentic Church Through Scripture. The episode highlights...

The Necessity of Holiness and Preaching Jesus Pastor Josh shares a message from Acts chapter 13, emphasizing God's holiness above all attributes and encouraging believers to adopt this perspective. He revisits themes from his prior sermon, focusing on the central message any church should preach: the gospel of Jesus Christ. He analyzes Paul's sermon in Antioch, addressing the importance of preaching Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. The episode delves into the distinction between salvatio...

Proclaiming the Gospel: Focusing on Jesus and the Great Commission In this episode of the Middletown Baptist Church podcast, Pastor Josh explores Acts 13:13-37, highlighting the missionary journey of Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark. The central theme is the importance of preaching the gospel as the primary message, focusing on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Pastor Josh discusses the need for humility, the reception or rejection of the gospel, and the necessity of preaching a...

The Mission of God: Lessons from Acts 13 In this episode of the Middletown Baptist Church podcast, Pastor Josh delves into Acts chapter 13. He emphasizes the importance of being an authentic church through scripture and discusses how the early church in Antioch proactively sent out missionaries like Saul (Paul) and Barnabas to spread the Gospel. Pastor Josh challenges the church to find their place in God's mission, encouraging members to evangelize, disciple, and train others. He also highli...