At Trinity Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida, our heart is to share the hope of Jesus and walk alongside our community in faith. This blog is a place where you can stay connected, be encouraged, and see how God is working in and through our church family. Here you will find sermon summaries, event recaps, ministry highlights, and stories that reflect the love, service, and fellowship we strive to live out each day. Whether you are part of our congregation or simply exploring what our church is about, we invite you to join us on this journey of faith.
This weeks Palm Sunday sermon, "The King is Coming," Pastor Kevin Long breaks down Luke 19:28-44 to show us that Jesus isn't just a "life coach" to fix our small problems but rather He’s the ultimate King. Using the story of the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, Pastor Kevin illustrates how Jesus was the...
In this message, Pastor Kevin Long teaches a truth that can feel uncomfortable, but it is necessary: you reap what you sow. Using Jesus’ words found in John 12:20-26 about a grain of wheat that must...
We all love new. New seasons, new starts, new chances. Pastor Kevin Long takes us to one of the biggest “reset” moments in Scripture, Genesis chapters 6-9 with Noah and the flood. As the world...
In this message from Luke 1:26-38, Pastor Kevin reminds us of a steady, hope filled truth that God keeps His promises. The angel’s announcement to Mary shows that God’s plan was set in motion long...
In this Christmas message from Luke 2:1-21, Pastor Kevin Long reminded the church that the birth of Jesus is far more than a familiar tradition. It is the moment God entered human history on...
Jesus came to earth because we needed a Savior, and Pastor Kevin Long used Matthew 2:1–12 to show how the wise men respond to that truth with faith, discernment, and worship. In this message, we see...
In this message Pastor Kevin Long walks through the visit of the wise men, the flight to Egypt, and the return to Nazareth to show how God cared for Mary, Joseph, and Jesus and how He still cares...