West Middlebury Baptist Church

06/15/2026

We continued our series in 1&2 Samuel this weekend and Pastor Kyle walked us through the beginning of Saul’s downfall when he trusts his own pride and numbers more than God’s clear commands, while Jonathan quietly shows what it looks like to move forward in humble, risky obedience. God doesn’t need our strength or status to win victories; He looks for hearts that will simply listen and obey. We were challenged to stop playing the hero in their own story and return to prayerful dependence on the true King!

You can find this sermon, "Well, That Did Not Take Long," here on Facebook, on our YouTube channel, and on our website at www.westmiddlebury.org/videos-sermons/.

06/14/2026

Good morning! Our live stream is starting shortly, we're continuing in our 1&2 Samuel series today ✨

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06/11/2026

What happens when we make wrong choices and turn away from God? This Sunday, we explored 1 Samuel 11-12 and discovered something powerful: God never forsakes His people.

Israel chose a king over God. They made the wrong call. But even in their rebellion, God's response wasn't abandonment—it was love. Samuel reminded them that despite their sin, God would not forsake them "for His great name's sake." The Lord's faithfulness isn't based on our worthiness, but on His character.

The same is true for us today. When we mess up, God doesn't call us to hide in shame or make excuses. He calls us to repent, turn back, and follow Him. His grace is overwhelming, and His love relentless. As we celebrated baptisms and communion together, we were reminded that God chased us down all the way to the cross—and He's not giving up on us now.

Have you responded to God's recent call in your life? Today is the day to turn back and follow.

06/10/2026

Sunday's Big Event festivities included doing baptisms! Three teens made a public declaration of their faith. Congratulations Ben, Naomi, and Isaiah!

06/09/2026

What an amazing weekend at our Big Event!

Saturday included our Wheels & Engines car show, a cooking competition and games where inflatable costumes were highly encouraged! Thank you to everyone who joined us, feel free to share any pictures you took, we'd love to see them!

Awards given this weekend:

Most Original Car - Dave C. for his airplane car
Most Character Car - Tim L. for his pickup truck
Most Practical Car - Zeke & Ginny G. for their pink power wheels jeep
Best Appetizer - Norah W. for her Popeye's popovers
Best Main Dish - Ella B. for her spaghetti casserole
Best Dessert - Janet E. for her dessert lasagna
MVPs for Saturday were Travis S. for the kids and John C. for the adults!

06/08/2026

We continued our series in 1&2 Samuel this weekend and found that Israel chose a human king over God and quickly discovers the cost, yet God still refuses to abandon them. Pastor Kyle shared this story to show how God’s faithfulness remains steady even when we’ve made painful, “hot pepper” choices. We’re invited to own our failures, turn back, and follow the One who never forsakes His people!

You can find this sermon, "And Now, a King," here on Facebook, on our YouTube channel, and on our website at www.westmiddlebury.org/videos-sermons/.

06/07/2026

Happy Sunday! It's an exciting day around here with baptisms and a picnic, but first we worship! Our live stream will begin shortly 🤩

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06/04/2026

Ever insisted on something you wanted, only to realize later it wasn't what you needed? Israel did exactly that in 1 Samuel—demanding a king they could see, even after God warned them it would be like biting into a spicy chili pepper thinking it's an apple.

God gave them what they asked for in King Saul, but not without warning them first. Sometimes God allows us to have our "chili peppers" to teach us that His way is always best. The question is: What chili pepper are you still asking God for? Or maybe you're already chewing on one, realizing just how spicy it really is?

Here's the beautiful part—even when we choose poorly, God doesn't abandon us. He was present with Saul, working through lost donkeys and divine appointments. God uses even our detours for His purposes.

This week, ask yourself: Am I seeking what I want, or what God knows is best for me?

06/03/2026

Looking for a new book to read? Check out our lending library!

All the books in the parlor under the announcement television are free to borrow! Once you're done, bring it back and feel free to take another one! Love the book so much you want to keep it? Please leave a donation of $10 in one of our yellow tithe envelopes and label it "Library" and place it in the offering box.

06/02/2026

T-4 days until our Big Event!!!!

Join us June 6th & 7th for a weekend of fun and laughter with our Wheels & Engines show, blow up costume kickball and games, a campfire, and finishing with baptisms, voting in new members, and a picnic on Sunday! ✨