Luke 9:1-2,10, “Then He called His twelve disciples together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases. 2 He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick. … 10 And the apostles, when they had returned, told Him all that they had done. Then He took them and went aside privately into a deserted place belonging to the city called Bethsaida.
Reflections:
Think of all the wonderful and amazing blessing that God has given in this life? All the wonders of nature, relationships, and different abilities that we have.
What are some ways that you can slow down and get the rest that you need and praise God for (and enjoy) the many blessings He has given?
“15 Then the Pharisees went and plotted how they might entangle Him in His talk. 16 And they sent to Him their disciples with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that You are true, and teach the way of God in truth; nor do You care about anyone, for You do not regard the person of men. 17 Tell us, therefore, what do You think? Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?”
18 But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, “Why do you test Me, you hypocrites? 19 Show Me the tax money.”
So they brought Him a denarius. 20 And He said to them, “Whose image and inscription is this?”
21 They said to Him, “Caesar’s.”
And He said to them, “Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” 22 When they had heard these words, they marveled, and left Him and went their way.
23 The same day the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Him and asked Him, 24 saying: “Teacher, Moses said that if a man dies, having no children, his brother shall marry his wife and raise up offspring for his brother. 25 Now there were with us seven brothers. The first died after he had married, and having no offspring, left his wife to his brother. 26 Likewise the second also, and the third, even to the seventh. 27 Last of all the woman died also. 28 Therefore, in the resurrection, whose wife of the seven will she be? For they all had her.”
29 Jesus answered and said to them, “You are mistaken, not knowing the Scriptures nor the power of God. 30 For in the resurrection they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels of God in heaven. 31 But concerning the resurrection of the dead, have you not read what was spoken to you by God, saying, 32 ‘I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob’? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” 33 And when the multitudes heard this, they were astonished at His teaching.
34 But when the Pharisees heard that He had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together. 35 Then one of them, a lawyer, asked Him a question, testing Him, and saying, 36 “Teacher, which is the great commandment in the law?”
37 Jesus said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ 38 This is the first and great commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ 40 On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets.”
41 While the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them, 42 saying, “What do you think about the Christ? Whose Son is He?”
They said to Him, “TheSon of David.”
43 He said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord,’ saying: 44 ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand, Till I make Your enemies Your footstool” ’? 45 If David then calls Him ‘Lord,’ how is He his Son?” 46 And no one was able to answer Him a word, nor from that day on did anyone dare question Him anymore.
Reflections:
Despite our questions and doubts and excuse-making, Jesus still offers us grace and patience as we wrestle through issues and seek answers.
What secondary issues or questions do you allow to influence how you think about the main question, “Who is Jesus Christ?”
7 They brought the donkey and the colt, laid their clothes on them, and set Him on them. 8 And a very great multitude spread their clothes on the road; others cut down branches from the trees and spread them on the road. 9 Then the multitudes who went before and those who followed cried out, saying:
“Hosanna to the Son of David!
‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!’
Hosanna in the highest!”
10 And when He had come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, saying, “Who is this?” 11 So the multitudes said, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth of Galilee.”
Reflections:
Too often people think about Jesus as just some other person making some claim on our lives, but how does it change things when we realize that He is the sovereign King and Creator who has rightful claim over all thing … yet who humbly comes calling us to Himself?
Beginning Wednesday, April 1st, we will try a new service that should allow our online classes to be more interactive without the need to sign up for an account with YouTube.
No need to register an account
Works on any computer, smartphone or tablet.
You WILL need to download the App for your device.
While churches were not strictly forbidden from gathering, Liberty Hill had opted to suspend in-person gatherings and began holding remote services. On Monday, April 27th, Governor Abbott issued an executive order allowing business to begin to reopen under certain guidelines. As we begin to get out and resume a more normal daily life in general, we have decided to also begin the transition into more normal church life as well.
Beginning Sunday, May 10th, Liberty Hill will resume gatherings for Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening Bible study.
Sunday School resumed May 24th, in the Fellowship Hall at 10:00am.
Sunday Evening Bible Study resumes June 7th at 6:00pm.
Wednesday Evening Youth Activities (7:00pm) have resumed as of June 3rd.
All other events will remain suspended for now. Over the next several weeks, we hope to begin activities again as we determine the best and safest course of action to do so.
We WILL continue livestreaming the Sunday services and Wednesday Bible study.
If you have a condition that places you at higher risk from the disease, or just prefer to play it safe for now, please feel free to remain home. I do not want anyone to feel they are obligated to return to church in person at this time.
But for those who are able and wish to gather, we will be open with the following guidelines to help us all get through this time safely.
We all know that the Coronavirus can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. While LHBC will be mindful of federal and state laws and guidance, our aim is to take actions to protect our congregation, especially our at-risk population, and to be a comfort and support during this time.
These initial guidelines are taken from Governor Abbott’s executive order GA-18, issued on April 27, 2020 on religious services.
Hand sanitizer with be provided in the entrance. Please apply on entering the church and leaving. As always, wash hands frequently.
Say “Hello” instead of a handshake or hug. Maintaining good social distance (about six feet) is very important. Please keep at least 6 feet between you and fellow members.
Keep at least two empty seats (or six feet separation) between parties in any row, except as follows:
Two or more members of the same household can sit adjacent to one another, with two seats (or six feet separation) empty on either side
Two individuals who are not members of the same household but who are attending together can sit adjacent to one another, with two seats (or six feet separation) empty on either side
Alternate rows between attendees (every other row left empty)
CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others. If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask and want one, several ladies in the church are making some available. Make sure it covers your mouth and nose and wash after use in regular wash and dryer.
After service, a volunteer will wipe frequently touched objects such as door knobs, countertops, rails, pews, song books, etc.
Rather than passing the plate, Tithes & Offerings can be placed in the container at the back of the church. Members opting to remain at home can still mail in their tithes and offerings or deposit them directly to the bank in Moody.
For now, the only activities will be Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening Bible Study. All other activities such as Children’s Ministry, Nursery, Sunday evening service, Youth gatherings, Sunday School, Baptisms, Communion, and meal days will remain suspended as we devise means by which to reintroduce them with appropriate precautions.
If you are in a higher risk group, those who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes and feel more comfortable attending remotely for now, please do so.
We want to remind anyone with a cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat or a new loss of taste or smell to please stay home.
These guidelines are ever changing. Please pray for our church and for us to all transition back to a normal in the next few months.
Liberty Hill Baptist Church is more than a building on a hill and gatherings. It is a family of people dedicated to following Christ, and dedicated to one another. We will be return to normal services and events soon enough. In the meantime, let’s be sure to keep one another close in our hearts.
Thank you, and God bless,
Pastor Marc
RESOURCES
The link to the live broadcast of church services can be found here:Liberty Hill Live
The information from the weekly bulletin is posted here and updated every Sunday morning with the new bulletin information from that week’s service.
April 19th, 2026
Order of Service
Call to Worship, James Duhon
Prayer & Announcements, Pastor Marc Lambert
Worship Service, Carol Odenwald
Hymn 67, Holy Is the Lord
Hymn 68, Holy, Holy, Holy
Praise Song, Is He Worthy?
Praise Song, Jesus Messiah
Sermon: Pastor Marc Lambert, “Paul Before Felix” (Acts 24)
Invitational Hymn #437 Wherever He Leads I’ll Go
Closing Doxology
Sunday Evening (6:00pm)
Operation Christmas Child, Shoebox Packing Party
Wednesday Night (7:00pm)
Study on Psalm 23
Offerings
We encourage our church family who remain at home to continue to tithe and support our church. Anyone who wishes to may drop off their tithes at the Moody Bank and specify it is tithes for the LHBC account or send checks to church address: 1155 Liberty Hill Rd, Moody, TX 76557.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TODAY: OCC Shoebox packing party. Snacking at 6:00 p.m. and packing promptly at 6:30 p.m.
April 23rd – Thursday: Ladies prayer study at 10:00 a.m.
April 25th – Saturday: Pastor Marc will be featured at “Meet the Local Christian Author” at First Assembly of God Church at 2:00 pm.
April 26th – Sunday: Question and Answer 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Museum of the Bible: See Kathryn – first come-first served for 14 free tickets.
Graduate 2026: We are collecting funds for this year’s graduate. If you would like to donate, there is a box in the back.
Community Food Pantry: LHBC collecting high protein items.
Note – At the May business meeting, we will be discussing possible changes to the Church Constitution and By-Laws. Copies of proposed changes are on the back table for review.
Note – Equipment Fund/Shoebox donations: Please designate offerings meant for these funds.Theoffering box is on the back wall for tithes or other donations.
Note – Join the LHBC family to pray daily at noon for each other, our church, community, nation, and Israel. Invite others to join us.
Daily Reading Plan: Week 17
Day 1 – 1 Samuel 9-10; Acts 8
Day 2 – 1 Samuel 11-13; Psalm 38; Acts 9
Day 3 – 1 Samuel 14; Psalm 124; Acts 10
Day 4 – 1 Samuel 15-16; 1 Chronicles 1; Psalm 39; Acts 11
Address the claims and assertions a person is making. Do not get distracted trying to figure out why they are saying it. Even if you could read their mind, knowing their motive doesn’t change if their claims are true or false.
Go to Primary Sources
People share all kinds of crazy sources, many of which will twist or misrepresent an issue. Whenever possible go to the main source. Listen to the congressional hearing, watch the press conference, read the court documents, see the full video, etc. You’ll find things are often not what they were presented to be.
Evidence Over Emotion
People who get emotional are easy to manipulate. News sources, activists, and politicians all know this. Cut through the emotional hype and just look at the facts presented. You will often find that the thing they want you so upset about isn’t really the big deal they’re hyping it up to be. Do not let yourself be manipulated by emotion. Look at the evidence and seek the truth of a matter.
Probable Cause vs Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
Keep a high bar for drawing final conclusions. Police have probable cause to begin an investigation with just enough evidence to create suspicion, but a person is only found guilty based on enough evidence to demonstrate guilt beyond any reasonable doubt.
Many media personalities are making a name for themselves by drawing grand, salacious conclusions based on very little real evidence.
Keep a high standard. Do not let people convince you of a conclusion based on merely suspicious evidence.
Liberty Hill now has the ability to stream services live over YouTube. This will allow us to be accessible to a wider audience than streaming over Facebook alone would previously allow.
While watching a service is never the same as being present, we want to offer you the opportunity to gather with your church family in spirit even if not in body.
We encourage our church family to continue to tithe and support our church. Anyone who wishes to may drop off their tithes at Moody Bank and specify it is tithes for the LHBC account or send checks to church address, 1155 Liberty Hill Rd, Moody, TX 76557
We begin the new year with a fresh look at the basics of the faith to encourage and empower us moving forward as we seek to follow Christ in the year to come.
Liberty Hill is hosted it’s 2nd annual Defending Your Faithconference and Q&A event on Saturday, November 2nd
We all encounter questions and doubts regarding the things we believe. When it comes to Christianity, because there are good answers to those questions, you can stand firm in your faith in Christ.
Video from the event is currently being edited. Once added, you can view the individual talks and Q&A below:
Eric Hernandez has a passion for defending his faith on theological and philosophical grounds. He is a licensed minister, a certified formation therapist and a former instructor of Magdiel Bible Institute. He is highly sought after for his expository ability and insight into apologetics. Eric has spoken and debated on a public level at university and college campuses where he adamantly and adequately defends the Christian faith against atheist, agnostic and deistic professors of different worldviews. He holds an associate degree in social science, a bachelor degree in theology and is currently working on his certificate in apologetics from Biola University. He runs Eric Hernandez Ministries which encompasses speaking engagements, apologetic seminars, weekend training courses, debates, blogs, articles and much more. He is married to Kendall Hernandez and they have one daughter, Adyson Grace.
Dylan likes coffee, theology, books, and of course beards. He is a husband, a father, an apologist, and most importantly a believer in Jesus and his gospel of grace. Dylan serves as a full time student-pastor in Waco, TX but also gets the opportunity to travel and speak to different groups about apologetics and evangelism. Dylan speak at DNOWs, conferences, stand-alones, and any other place someone will have him.
Marc is a graduate of Liberty University. He has served in youth and college ministry since 2002 on church staffs and college campuses. Marc answered the call to pastor at Liberty Hill Baptist Church in 2015 where he works to create an environment where people can feel welcome to wrestle through their questions and doubts while seeking answers. He hosts regular Q&A events at the church, and has spoken at conferences and on school campuses. He is married to his wife, Mollie, and they have three little girls.
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