Today’s Sermon
The Parable of the Sower: Preparing Well for a Gospel Centered Future
Key Scriptures
Matthew 13:1–9
2025 Mission Journeys
Our church gets to join in on what God is doing all around the world and we don’t want you to miss out—you can make a difference for the sake of the gospel! Learn how you can join in on what God is up to in Middle Tennessee and Beyond in 2025.
Fathers & Sons: Tailgate Challenge
Sunday, October 20 | 4:00–6:00 PM
Get ready for an epic challenge on Sunday, October 20, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at our Brentwood Campus side field! This is your chance to score points and compete in a day packed with BBQ, competition-style games, inflatables, a hayride to pick pumpkins, and a Punt/Pass/Kick contest with awards. Plus, catch football games on the big screen, and take part in an unforgettable afternoon of friendly competition and fun. Don’t miss out—register below!
Generations on Mission
We love to see families serving together! This year, we’ve seen God work in and through family mission journeys and we want you to get to see it too. Watch this video to hear about how God moved on Family Journeys this summer and click the button below to learn about upcoming family journeys in 2025.
Take 5 Worship Survey
God is moving in our midst, and as we witness His work, our church leadership team is prayerfully considering adjustments to our weekend worship schedule. Would you click here and take five minutes to fill out this survey? Your answers to a few questions about worship services will help us prepare our campuses for growth in the upcoming year.
What We Believe: Podcast
This fall, Pastor Jay led a three-week series on “What We Believe,” diving into all 18 articles from the Baptist Faith & Message. Missed it in person? You can now listen to this three-part mini-series wherever you get podcasts!
Students Fall Retreat
November 22–24
Brentwood Students are heading to Jonathan Creek Camp for an unforgettable fall retreat from November 22-24! It’s a weekend packed with faith-deepening experiences and unforgettable memories. With teachings by Eddie Briery and powerful worship, your student will have the chance to grow closer to the Lord alongside friends, making this a weekend they’ll always remember.
Flourish Women’s Mentoring
Flourish is designed to help women grow spiritually by guiding them through Scripture in a mentoring discipleship relationship. You will commit to a one-year journey with a mentor and experience community with other mentees regularly. You and your mentor will dive into Scripture, exploring topics like identity, calling, and gratitude. We believe a mentoring relationship between women of different seasons + stages can be rich soil for such growth. When mentor and mentee join together as deeply rooted women in God’s Word, they bear the fruit that only comes from soaking in His promises. So what are you waiting for?
5th Grade REFLECT
Saturday, November 16 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Reflect is a can’t-miss day for 5th graders to deepen their identity in Christ and discover how they can shine His light in every part of life. Join us on Saturday, November 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a morning packed with discipleship, fun activities, and meaningful connections. Click below to register for just $15 with lunch included.
Proposed Bylaws Changes Town Hall
Join us for a Town Hall to review the proposed changes to our church bylaws, initially presented at the Summit in September. We’ll gather on Sunday, October 20, at 4:00 p.m. at the Avenue South Campus, and Sunday, October 27, at 4:00 p.m. at the Station Hill Campus. This is an important opportunity for our church family to come together and understand the revisions that will shape our future. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this crucial conversation!
What We Believe | Evangelism and Missions & Education
In January, we will be voting to adopt the 2000 Baptist Faith & Message as our statement of faith as a part of our bylaw changes. We believe this updated statement of faith more accurately reflects Brentwood Baptist Church’s beliefs in both language and theology. This week, spend a few minutes learning about what we believe about Evangelism and Missions & Education, articles 11 and 12 in the 2000 Baptist Faith & Message.
Embrace Family Night
Friday, November 8, from 6:00-8:00 PM
We can’t wait to see you at our Embrace Family Night, Friday, November 8, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Rowen Glenn Center. Join us for a sensory-friendly evening of fellowship and fun tailored for individuals and families impacted by disability. No registration is required–we hope you will be part of this special event!
Welcome Boxes for Your Neighbors
Looking for a way to connect with your neighbors? Our Welcome Team has prepared gift boxes for you to share with your neighbors as an opportunity to begin a gospel conversation and invite your neighbors to our church. Boxes will be available to pick up today, October 20 in the Welcome Center. For more information on how to reserve a box, email Gayle Haywood.
Jesus as the Messiah: Exploring Matthew’s Gospel and Its Jewish Roots
In the latest episode of “Sermon Notes,” guests Brian Ball and Jay Strother delve deep into the Gospel of Matthew, exploring its unique structure and Matthew’s intent to depict Jesus as the true Messiah. They discuss the nuances of Matthew’s familiarity with Jewish traditions and scriptures, examine key themes such as the significance of genealogies, and the transformative power of Jesus’ teachings.
Pray with Us for Stephen and Kaori
Pray with us for Stephen and Kaori, our global workers serving in Southeast Asia to plant churches in the Deaf Community. Pray with us that the Lord would be near to them and their family and that He would lead them towards deaf people who are ready to encounter the gospel.