Kirby Woods Podcast
Welcome to the podcast of Kirby Woods Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. Our Senior Pastor is Jared Kress. Here, you can listen to the weekly sermon audio of the latest messages from the pulpit, as well as the newest episodes of "Off Script with Pastor Jared." Please share this podcast with your friends and family. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rating or review!
Episodes
Preached by Pastor Jared on July 5, 2026.
The bronze serpent in the wilderness was originally a powerful symbol of salvation, but over time it became an idol unto itself that needed to be destroyed. Yet Jesus does not minimize the bronze serpent's original intent but rather preaches it accurately.
How do we allow good things to become idols in our lives? In what areas do we seek the gift of God over ...
Preached by Jared Kress on June 28, 2026.
Main Idea:
The movement of Joseph’s bones speaks to his own faith in God’s promise, as well as to the multi-generational obedience of many people. His bones, which could have been an inconvenience, served as an anchor to the past and a beacon for the future.
Challenge:
What is something you look at that reminds you of God’s faith...
Preached by Jared Kress on 6/21/26.
Main Idea:
In a last-minute, desperate move on the brink of battle, King Saul consults a pagan medium to speak with Samuel one last time.
Challenge:
You cannot shoehorn a godly legacy into a last-ditch moment, especially by taking shortcuts. Live out a routine, faithful, daily pursuit of The Lord, and trust Him with your life.
I...
Pastor Jared provides context for the recent passage of the Truth and Unity Amendment (year 1 of 2) at the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting. This amendment is intended to clarify the stance on women pastors.
Preached by Dillon Patrick on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Preached on June 7, 2026 by Pastor Jared Kress
Main Idea:
A crowd of consumers follows Jesus for what He gives, but the twelve stay because of who He is. True discipleship is rooted in enduring relationships, not in miracles or crowds, especially when the bread runs out, and the teaching gets tough.
Challenge:
Are you following Jesus for the free bread, or are you following Him because He is th...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on May 31, 2026.
Main Idea:
True kingdom longevity is achieved only when the older generation is willing to give up the coat and the younger generation is willing to accept it and burn the plow.
Challenge:
Are you willing to surrender what defines you to ensure God’s work outlasts you?
Two Necessary Steps for the Generational Handoff
1. Cast ...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on May 24, 2026.
Main Idea:
There is a constant pull in our lives to trade living for Christ for living for ourselves. May we recognize that the greatest joy, fulfillment, and impact come from building on Christ and His work.
Challenge:
Which tower are you building your life upon?
1. The Tower that Rebels Upward
2. The Tower that Reaches Downward
3. The Kingdom t...
Pastor(s) Jared and Caleb discuss an NBC article surveying Gen Z adults, indicating that a majority of them would prefer to go back to the recent past to live their lives.
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on May 17, 2026.
Main Idea:
Don’t worry about being pre-mil, post-mil, or a-mil until you understand what the Kingdom of God actually is. Jesus spoke often about the Kingdom, so we should do our best to understand what the Bible says about it.
Challenge:
What changes in our lives today when we acknowledge the present reality of the Kingdom?
Sc...
Pastor(s) Jared and Caleb discuss 2025 Barna Research that indicates average Americans like their churches to look "churchy."
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on May 10, 2026.
Main Idea:
Tribulation is difficult, but it is a momentary affliction compared to the eternity that awaits believers in the blessed presence of God. One day, we will trade our dirty garments for white robes and enter into the eternal protection and care of the Good Shepherd.
Challenge:
How does knowing about the protective care of God that ...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on May 3, 2026.
Main Idea:
The Lord seals His covenant people, protecting them from falling away during times of trial and tribulation. What God seals, He always delivers!
Challenge:
How can you rest in the assurance of God’s spiritual seal upon your life? How does this seal give you greater confidence in facing trials?
Four truths ...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on April 26, 2026.
Main Idea:
The sixth seal is opened, and a terrifying vision of the judgment of the unbelieving world unfolds. The earth cannot bear the weight of God’s wrath, and the lost seek to hide from the Lamb.
Challenge:
Who can stand against God’s wrath? How do you hear the phrase, “Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin ...
Pastor Jared interviews Kirby Woods' newest pastor: Michael Slaughter. Pastor Michael was called in Spring 2026 to serve as the worship pastor at Kirby Woods Baptist Church. Enjoy getting to know him a bit better, as well as a discussion on the state of modern worship music and choirs.
A special message from Pastor Jared to those who love Kirby Woods and have been considering joining.
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on April 19, 2026.
Main Idea:
After the destructive release of the four horsemen, the natural question arises: What about the church? Here, as the fifth seal is broken, we see that there is a special protection and promise for those slain for Christ.
Challenge:
What value do you place on living for Christ regardless of the cost?
As the fifth seal...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on April 12, 2026.
Main Idea:
The Lamb begins to open the scroll’s seals, revealing His intent to bring broad judgment upon the earth through the four horsemen. The believer, however, is encouraged to know that their suffering is not random but serves a greater purpose within God’s plan.
Challenge:
Do you see the suffering and judgment of this w...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on April 5, 2026.
Main Idea:
Every barrier between Jesus’ death and resurrection was eliminated when He emerged from the tomb alive. The resurrection of Jesus is an undeniable truth that must be acknowledged.
Challenge:
What barriers are you putting between you and Jesus? Isn’t the same God who rolled away the stone, scared the soldiers, broke t...
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on March 22, 2026.
Main Idea:
The worthiness of the slain Lamb calls for a complete response from all of creation. Since Heaven grants Him a sevenfold blessing, we must give Him a sevenfold reply.
Challenge:
How can our lives show that Jesus has our power, wealth, wisdom, might, honor, glory, and blessing? Where might we be holding back?
Jesus Already Has,...
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