October 4, 2026, "Make His Paths Straight", The Gospel of Matthew - Week 6, Matthew 3:1-12

Sermon Title: "Make His Paths Straight" Central Truth: "Everything you say and everything you do either makes it easier or harder for someone to know Jesus." - Rev. Marvin Napier Sermon Series: The Gospel According to Matthew Chapters: 0:00 Opening Praise Song: All My Hope Is in Jesus 3:33 Operation Christmas Child Announcement 4:19 Welcome and Purpose of Baptism 9:43 Baptism of Sam Yoast 11:18 Worship Song 1: Sing to the King 15:30 Worship Song 2: Great Are You Lord Observance of the Lord's Supper 19:34 Introduction and Distribution of Elements 23:49 Reflection on Christ's Sacrifice 26:18 Scripture Reading and Partaking of Bread and Cup 33:13 Worship Song 3: Jesus Messiah Sermon: Make His Paths Straight 38:16 Introduction to John the Baptist 42:51 Personal Stories on Witnessing 53:50 Point 1: An Unusual Prophet in an Unusual Place 1:00:43 Point 2: An Unusual Proclamation 1:04:26 Point 3: Preparing the Way and Removing Impediments Closing 1:16:12 Invitation, Closing Prayer, and Final Song 1:16:12 Closing Call to Action and Prayer 1:19:05 Hymn: It Is Well With My Soul and Dismissal