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    Jesus Revealed: The Christ of Scripture

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025


    This sermon explores how the Old Testament Scriptures prophetically reveal the identity, suffering, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, as taught by Jesus himself to the disciples on the Emmaus road. By examining key passages like Psalm 110, Psalm 2, Deuteronomy 18, Psalm 22, Isaiah 53, and Daniel 7, the sermon demonstrates that Jesus is the promised King, Priest, and Prophet who suffered, died, and rose again according to God's divine plan. It emphasizes the importance of biblical literacy in understanding Christ's identity, validates God's promises through fulfilled prophecy, and calls listeners to respond with faith, obedience, and praise to the risen and exalted Savior.

    Waging War with Divine Power

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025


    The Bible portrays the Christian life as a spiritual battle, with believers as soldiers of Christ engaged in a war against lies and false ideologies. This text highlights the heart of a warrior—a Christ-like meekness with boldness—and outlines the divine weapons of truth, righteousness, and the gospel for destroying arguments and lofty opinions contrary to the knowledge of God. In this fight, we are called to obedience to Christ as the primary battle plan, starting within the church, and motivated not by personal gain but for the glory of God.

    “AND”- Awesome, Noteworthy, Delightful Gospel Conjunction!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025


    The sermon on Revelation 22:13&16 focused on the conjunction “And” between the five couplets of special names and titles for the Lord Jesus, come as Savior of sinners. The wonderfulness of Jesus' names and titles in the Bible, (over 200!) is that His names are not simply labels but true descriptions and declarations of who He is in all His fullness and sufficiency as Saviour. “O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” Psalm 8:1. On top of this, there is so much precious and powerful gospel tidings in the conjunction “and” just with the ten names and titles given us in Rev. 22:13 & 16! To see this by God's grace and Spirit, just imagine if it was not so, and ponder the glorious fact that it is so! The Christ of the inspired Scriptures is climatically proclaimed in the last chapter of the Bible, with Jesus testifying of Himself for His people and all the world to know of Him, “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end….I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright [and] morning star.” (“And” emboldened only to emphasize the sermon focus based on the Scripture texts.) Hallelujah, what a Saviour!

    Seeing Christ on the Emmaus Road

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025


    This sermon explores the transformative encounter of two disciples with the risen Jesus on the road to Emmaus. It delves into their initial despair and unbelief, the divine concealment of Jesus' identity, and his revelation through Scripture and the breaking of bread. The sermon highlights how Jesus teaches us to recognize him not through physical sight but through the Word and the Lord's Supper, inspiring us to trust in his resurrection and share the good news with others, even without seeing him in the flesh.

    Remember His Words: The Resurrection Account

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025


    This sermon revists the resurrection account, considering the acts of Joseph of Arimathea, the witness of the angels, and the response of the women and disciples of Jesus. Importantly, the sermon underscores the importance of remembering Jesus' words, which were initially met with disbelief but ultimately confirmed by the empty tomb, leading to faith and marveling among the disciples. It calls believers to honor Christ publicly, trust in the vindication of God's word, and find joy and confidence in the truth of the resurrection, which transforms lives and assures the fulfillment of all of God's promises.

    Witnessing the Resurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025


    This sermon explores the historical reality of Jesus' resurrection, using inference to the best explanation to evaluate evidence such as his death, burial, empty tomb, and eyewitness accounts. By raising and refuting alternative explanations—such as stolen body, swoon theory, hallucination, and mythological parallels—it demonstrates that the resurrection is the most compelling explanation for the facts. May this bolster your confidence in the finished work of the Lord Jesus Christ!

    The Cross of Christ: Innocence, Compassion, and Identity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025


    This sermon explores the profound events of Jesus' crucifixion, highlighting three defining truths: Jesus' innocence, his compassion, and his identity as the Christ. From the road to the cross to the moment of his death, we see varied human responses—mocking, indifference, sorrow, and faith—yet the heavenly testimony remains unwavering. The sermon calls us to reflect on our own response to Jesus, the innocent One who died for the guilty, offering compassion and opening the way to reconciliation with God through His sacrifice.

    The Faithful King: Jesus’ Trial and Triumph

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025


    This sermon explores the arrest, trial, and conviction of Jesus Christ, showing the profound injustice he endured and his unwavering faithfulness. Through an examination of key moments—his mocking and beating, the Sanhedrin's verdict, and his encounters with Pilate and Herod—we see Jesus' identity as the Son of God and God's Christ provoke rejection, yet fulfill the divine plan. We consider two purposes in his suffering: an example of steadfast faith for believers and a substitutionary sacrifice for our sin. In this we are called to trust in Christ's faithfulness and embrace him as both Savior and Lord.

    Betrayal, Denial, and the Triumph of Grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025


    This sermon examines the betrayal of Judas, Peter's denial, and the arrest of Christ. While the apostles fall away, there are lessons of humility, repentance, and hope for us today. This sermon considers human weakness, Christ's faithfulness, and the hope of restoration.

    Lessons in Prayer from Gethsemane

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025


    This sermon revisits Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. Discover the vital role prayer played in Christ's life and learn practical lessons to deepen your own prayer life. From finding a place to pray to seeking strength in trials, this message will encourage you to follow Jesus' example and pray to your Father in heaven.

    Jesus’ Agony in Gethsemane

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025


    This sermon explores the profound mystery of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, focusing on two key lessons: the humanity of Christ and the immense cost of salvation. This text shows us the love of Christ—both for the Father and for sinners—as demonstrated in his willingness to endure the cross. We must marvel at the price of our redemption and respond with worship, love for God, and love for one another.

    Praying with Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025


    In this sermon, we explore Jesus' tender prayer for Peter where he intercedes to protect Peter's faith as Satan seeks to sift him like wheat. Despite Peter's bold self-confidence and eventual denial of Christ, Jesus promises restoration and calls him to strengthen others through prayer. This message reveals the sustaining power of Christ's intercession for believers, emphasizing that while our faith may waver, it will not fail because he prays for us. The sermon challenges us to recognize our weakness, reject self-reliance, and depend on prayer to overcome temptation, equip the church, and advance God's kingdom. With practical applications for all—from the proud to the unconverted—this sermon urges us to join Christ in prayer, trusting his grace to hold us fast.

    Great Leaders

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025


    This sermon looks at Luke 22:24-30, where the disciples' dispute over greatness reveals a timeless truth: true leadership is rooted in humility, service, and faithfulness. From the crisis of selfish and ineffective leaders today to practical applications for government, church, workplace, and home, discover how to lead like Christ. Whether you're a seasoned leader, a father, or simply aspiring to make a difference, this message will challenge and inspire you to embrace the grace of servant leadership from our Lord Jesus Christ.

    The Lord’s Supper

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025


    In this sermon we consider in detail the institution of the Lord's Supper. Jesus' work on the cross stands between the Passover and the consummation of the Kingdom of God, pointing us to both events in salvation history. He invests the bread and the cup with the gift of himself to his people, thus memorializing the cross as our way of salvation. Here is a reminder of the very heart of the Christian faith.

    The Plans of Men and God

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025


    In this sermon, we return to the main narrative in the gospel of Luke. Jesus has come to give his life to inaugurate the new covenant and the kingdom of God. This passage considers the various plots against Christ and how God's intended purposes come to pass. Here is great comfort to the Christian in times of trouble.

    The Destruction of Jerusalem Part 4: The Coming of the Son of Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025


    This sermon considers the "coming of the Son of Man" in the destruction of the temple in 70AD. Jesus uses prophetic and apocalyptic language to describe the coming judgment of Jerusalem that is orchestrated by his own hand. Jesus removes the kingdom from the Jews who rejected him and grants it to all who call upon his name. This passage reminds us of the truthfulness of our Lord and that we must take every thought captive to obey him.

    The Destruction of Jerusalem Part 3: The Abomination of Desolation and Great Tribulation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025


    In this sermon we continue our exposition of the Olivet Discourse. We take time to consider the phrases "abomination of desolation" and "great tribulation." When understanding Jewish idioms and historical events, these terms are demystified. This passage demonstrates the faithfulness of Jesus and the greatness of God's vengeance.

    The Destruction of Jerusalem Part 2: Warning Signs and Persecution

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025


    In this second sermon on the Olivet Discourse in Luke 21, we're reminded of the suffering the apostles faced between the time of Jesus and the temple's destruction. Jesus' instruction to prepare them for suffering remains paradigmatic for disciples of Christ today.

    The Destruction of Jerusalem Part One: Context, Context, Context

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025


    This sermon begins an examination of the "Olivet Discourse" in the gospel of Luke where Jesus speaks about the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple. This is an important text that requires humility and careful consideration of the context. There are rich treasures in this passage for the church today.

    Understanding Who’s Who

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025


    This sermon considers the end of Jesus' interactions with the scribes. In this interaction Jesus reveals his own identity in Psalm 110 while exposing the true identity of the scribes who are corrupt and wicked. Important lessons about how we regard Jesus and, most importantly, how Jesus regards us, are ones we should constantly remember.

    Questioning the Resurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025


    This sermon considers the Sadducees' questioning of the resurrection in an attempt to make Jesus look foolish. Of course their plan is foiled and Jesus masterfully demonstrates the reality of the resurrection. But this is more than just a defense of the resurrection. This is a reminder that not all will attain this eternal life. Jesus is not just wise, he is the way to glory.

    Giving to Caesar and to God

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024


    This sermon considers Jesus' famous saying, "Give to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." This pithy statement demonstrates the great wisdom of Christ and gives us insight into the disciple's responsibility to the state and to God. For more detail on the role of the government, see https://www.fairviewbaptistchurch.ca/sermons/resisting-tyrants/

    Stewards of the King

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024


    ALL are servants of the MASTER! Join us in Matthew 25:14-30 to see God's design for HIS servants. Not all servants are the same, see how the scripture clearly portrays the rewards and consequences of servants based on their stewardship of God's property. What kind of servant or steward will you be?

    The Parable of the Tenants

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024


    In this sermon we consider Jesus' parable of the tenants. This allegory is a history of Israel and their rejection of Christ, God's beloved Son. It demonstrates the absurdity of rejecting Jesus and calls us to see God as gracious, faithful, patient, and just. The modern church must learn from ancient Israel and most importantly, see and embrace Christ as heir of all things.

    New Covenant Contagion

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024


    In this sermon we follow the narrative of Jesus ministry when he comes back into Jewish territory and is confronted by two women who need a miracle. The first woman is older and has suffered physically and spiritually for twelve years with an issue of blood, the second is a twelve year old girl who dies, both women need life from Jesus. As we dig into this passage we will learn about the potency of resurrection life and a glorious truth about New Covenant reality

    Embracing the Authority of Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024


    In this sermon we consider the first attempt by the religious leaders to discredit Jesus as he teaches in the temple. They question Jesus' authority only to be forced into silence because of their cowardice. We learn in this passage, not only the authority of Jesus, but how not to be like those religious leaders who were blind guides and missed the Lord of life.

    Sabbath and Lord’s Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024


    This sermon considers the Sabbath command and how it is applicable to Christians today. While the Sabbath differs from the Lord's Day and is no longer commanded among believers, it remains an important signpost for the truths of Christ and the realities of the new creation.

    The Useful Law: The Teaching Use

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024


    In this final sermon in the series we consider the law's usefulness for the believer saved by grace. The law is useful to the Christian in several ways and should be our delight. May this sermon spur us on to regard the law for the treasure that it is.

    The Useful Law: The Political Use

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024


    In this sermon, Pastor Tim presents the political use of the law. The law of God is the standard of morality in every society and is useful to restrain evil and promote the gospel of Jesus Christ. This is an oft-neglected truth that needs to be recovered for today's church in today's confused culture.

    Terror, Comfort, and Commission

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024


    In this sermon we come face to face with the impact of the Son of Man seen in all his glory. This sight of Christ would be terrifying if it wasn't for his comfort toward us. Those whom he comforts, he also commissions to be his witnesses in a wicked world.

    The Gospel is Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024


    The news of Jesus Christ and him crucified is not merely a stepping stone to the Christian faith, it is the entire pathway that we travel. As Christians, we find all that we need, here in this glorious message. It is our hope, it is our strength, and it is our worship. Listen in as we examine Paul's doxology at the end of Romans, and uncover the beauty of this gospel that enraptures the Christian heart in the worthiness of God.

    The Useful Law: The Christological Use

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024


    In this sermon we consider the first use of the law: an instrument leading us to Christ. The law is a powerful evangelistic tool, driving both believer and non-believer to Jesus Christ. The importance of this truth needs to be remembered or else we minimize the law and obscure the glories of Christ.

    The Covenant and the Cross

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024


    Guest Pastor Shaun Martens preaches that the cross is a profound symbol in Christianity, embodying the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and his fulfillment of divine promises. These promises, or covenants, are a foundational aspect of biblical teachings, tracing a path from the book of Genesis to the New Covenant brought forth by Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and ascension. This narrative arc forms the core of the Gospel message, offering hope and redemption through the New Covenant, which is central to Christian faith and life. May we, Christians, live in the hope of the New Covenant Gospel message of Jesus Christ.

    The Abolished Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024


    In this sermon, Pastor Tim considers the verses in the New Testament which say the law has been abolished. These verses introduce a tension with Jesus' words in Matthew 5:17. This tension is resolved by considering the Bible's own distinctions within the law between laws of morality and laws of ceremony. As such, this sermon teaches and defends the reformed distinctions of moral and ceremonial law.

    The Applied Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024


    In Matthew 5:21-48 Jesus demonstrates what he meant in Matthew 5:17 where he said he did not come to abolish the law but to make it fully known. Jesus taught the law of God faithfully and truthfully. It was the Pharisees who misinterpreted and misapplied the law to justify their sin. Jesus, through the law, exposes our sin and directs us to our need for the Savior.

    The Abiding Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024


    In this sermon we consider the reason Jesus did not come to abolish the law. He recognized that the law is abiding. It is just as permanent as the planet. This, of course, has several implications. Jesus applies this truth about the law by reminding us that obedience to the law is the measure of greatness in his kingdom. Here is a call for us to revere and obey God's law, not as a Savior to save us, but as a rule to guide us.

    The Fulfilled Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024


    In this sermon, we consider Jesus' words, "Do not think that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish them but to fulfill them." These words are important yet debated as to their meaning. This sermon makes the case that Jesus came to make the commands of the law fully known. May we see Jesus as our great Savior and great Teacher and value the importance of the law.

    The Relegated Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024


    Does the modern church have the same views of the law as Jesus did? This introductory sermon considers why the law is viewed negatively in the church today in contradiction to Jesus' view of the law. This sermon is the first of eight on the Christian Use of Biblical Law.

    Brokenhearted Judgement

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024


    In this sermon we consider Jesus weeping over Jerusalem since the Jews have rejected their Messiah. Jesus then clears out the temple, linking the judgment of the city upon the unfaithfulness in their worship. There are deep lessons for the church today. May we understand the gospel of peace and be salt and light in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation.

    The King Enters Jerusalem

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024


    In this sermon we consider Jesus drawing near to Jerusalem. This event emphasizes the kingship of Jesus Christ. The identity of Jesus as King is salvation. His authority is a wonderful blessing, leading to peace on earth and in heaven. May He be welcomed and worshiped in joy as we consider his triumphal entry.

    Doing the King’s Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024


    In this parable Jesus directs his disciples to prepare for his return. With the fanfare around his arrival to Jerusalem and an anticipated kingdom of power, Jesus tempers expectations and reminds his followers that they need to faithfully serve Christ until his return. Jesus has given us much grace, love, truth, and strength. We must use what Christ has given, being fruitful while we wait for his return.

    A Rich Sinner Saved

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024


    In this sermon we consider the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus. We learn a valuable lesson in what it looks like for the rich to follow Jesus and bear the fruit of repentance. Jesus came to seek and to save the lost. This includes the rich, the poor, male, female, young, old, slave, and free. Here we learn about true conversion and the seeking grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.

    Beggar for Mercy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024


    In this sermon we consider a blind beggar who cries out to Jesus for healing. We not only see the power, compassion, and authority of Jesus, we see the manner in which a poor beggar finds salvation. The blind beggar is typical of all sinners who cry to Jesus and are healed. May we learn what it looks like to be desperate and cry out to Jesus until he grants our request.

    The Cost of Salvation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024


    This sermon considers the cost of salvation. Not the cost that Jesus demands of us, but the cost Jesus paid for us. Our gracious Savior's sacrifice is described in his words to his disciples. May this description of the cost of our salvation lead us to obedience, worship, and passion to proclaim the gospel with boldness and clarity.

    The Rich Ruler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024


    In this sermon we consider this famous interaction between a rich ruler and Jesus. Jesus leads this man to see the true god of his life, money. This man, unwilling to sacrifice his little to gain Jesus' much, goes away sad. May this message encourage us all to depend on God to gain much in this life and in the age to come, eternal life.

    Children and the Kingdom of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024


    In this sermon we see Jesus teaching his disciples (and us) to welcome children, along with the lowly and despised. In a culture (and church) with a low view of children this is a needed message. May we learn from Jesus and let the children come to him to receive the blessing of eternal life.

    Trusting in Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024


    In this sermon Jesus profiles two people: the self-righteous and the humble sinner. We learn from his words the heart of these two kinds of people and how it is the humble sinner that is justified. Here is a call for us to know God and ourselves rightly and to cry to God for mercy through Jesus Christ.

    Pray and Don’t Lose Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024


    This sermon examines Jesus' command to his disciples to always pray and not lose heart. Jesus teaches this lesson through the parable of the unjust judge. In this parable and drawing comparisons to our relationship with God, we learn four important principles that will aid us in coming to the throne of grace in our time of need.

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