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
544 episodes
The Bones That Testified
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 ...
King Saul’s Misplaced Desperation | 1 Samuel 28:1-20
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 shoe...
Off Script Ep. 96: The Truth and Unity Amendment (SBC)
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.
The Crash After the Mountain | 1 Kings 19:1-18
Preached by Dillon Patrick on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
A Church Growth Masterclass | John 6
Preached on June 7, 2026 by Pastor Jared KressMain 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 ...
The Generational Handoff | 1 Kings 19:19-21
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 pl...
The Two Towers | Genesis 11:1-9
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 buil...
Off Script Ep. 95: The Gen-Z Time Machine
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.
What is the Kingdom of God?
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 be...
Off Script Ep. 94: Should Churches Look Churchy?
Pastor(s) Jared and Caleb discuss 2025 Barna Research that indicates average Americans like their churches to look "churchy."
The Lamb is My Shepherd | Revelation 7:13-17
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 ou...
Signed, Sealed, Delivered | Revelation 7:1-12
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! Challe...
The Wrath of the Lamb | Revelation 6:12-17
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...
Off Script Ep. 93: Return of the Choir (with Michael Slaughter)
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...
The Time is Now
A special message from Pastor Jared to those who love Kirby Woods and have been considering joining.
The Martyr’s Vindication | Revelation 6:9-11
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 speci...
The Four Horsemen | Revelation 6:1-8
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 enco...
And Yet, It Happened | Matt. 27:57-28:15 (Easter '26)
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...
Give Him Seven! | Revelation 5:11-14
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 r...
Three Types of Relationships | Colossians 4:7-18
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on Wednesday Evening, March 19, 2026.
New Things Deserve a New Song | Revelation 5:8-10
Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on March 15, 2026. Main Idea: The most significant event in history calls for a new worship song to be sung to express its greatness. Challenge: Christ offers us so much that is ...
Clarifying Christ | Colossians 4:2-6
Preached by Jared Kress on Wednesday Evening, March 11, 2026.