Oceans of Love with Dr. J. Ralph McIntyre

Even though the slides being shown by Ralph McIntyre to accompany this narration are not available, the commentary is quite interesting covering the trip Dr. McIntyre took to sites in the journeys of Paul and to sites in the Holy Land. This is part 2 of 3. Episode 214. File 352.

Even though the slides being shown by Ralph McIntyre to accompany this narration are not available, the commentary is quite interesting covering the trip Dr. McIntyre took to sites in the journeys of Paul and to sites in the Holy Land. This is part 1 of 3. In this brief part you will hear Dr. McIntyre making a tape for his father in which he talks about the slide program he had put together. He also talks about the events of the day and his upcoming trip to Memphis. This recording takes a personal look into the life of Dr. McIntyre and his family in the early 1970's. The narration that accompanies the slides will begin in part 2. Episode 213. File 351.

With Pastor Robert G. Lee out of town on this Sunday morning in 1951 the congregation was blessed with a wonderful message by Assistant Pastor, J. Ralph Mcintyre. He spoke of the everlastings of God. The everlastings of God include the eternal separation from God in hell but for those who know the Lord they can look forward to an eternal heaven which will include eternal security, eternal happiness, and eternal joy in the eternal presence of the Lord. If you know not Him, Christ says, "Come."

For this evening service Brother McIntyre indicated that there were five verses in the New Testament that contained the word Master. Each usage means something different. The verses were examined relating to Jesus as our Master. Those in attendance and those listening over the radio were encouraged to let Jesus become the Master of their life. This recording was taken from a 33 1/3 rpm audiodisc.

For this message Dr. McIntyre's scripture was, "I will build my church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." Jesus declared that with His church there will be a better world with changes in individual hearts that all men might have eternal life. A church with members closely knit together to work and witness to the fields around them. Jesus declared, "Ye are my witnesses."

This wedding ceremony took place at Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Robert G. Lee, pastor of Bellevue, officiated

This is another recording of a message added here earlier. Speaking on the language of the living Dr. McIntyre asked the congregation that with the best vocabulary could they speak with assurance of God, speak with assurance of peace and forgiveness, speak of heaven as their home, speak words of comfort, speak with the power from God, speak on serving God and speak the words "My Lord and My God."

Dr. McIntyre preached that God had been patient with His people but Jeremiah proclaimed that the nation had forgot God and they knew not about the judgements of the Lord. Brother McIntyre implored those at this service who knew not the Lord that they need to pray the prayer of the sinner, repent of their past and pray for a new heart in Jesus.

Dr. McIntyre preached at this evening service that the cross Christ bore was more than just the death of His crucifixion. He also bore the cross of His humanity, the cross of His purpose, the cross of His program and the cross of His compassion.

This musical drama based on the Robert G. Lee sermon Payday Someday was presented at Brainerd Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee for the evening service on January 19, 1986. In attendance for this special presentation was Evelyn Gibbs, writer and creator, Dr. J. Ralph McIntyre, narrator, and Harry Hampsher, soloist.

Following the congregational hymn singing of "Great is Thy Faithfulness" Dr. Robert G. Lee offered an opening prayer before the message by Dr. J. Ralph McIntyre in this service held at Bellevue Baptist Church in the late 1950's. Speaking on the language of the living Dr. McIntyre asked the congregation that with the best vocabulary could they speak with assurance of God, speak with assurance of peace and forgiveness, speak of heaven as their home, speak words of comfort, speak with the power from God, speak on serving God and speak the words "My Lord and My God."

This weekly 15 minute devotional program aired on KWAM Radio in Memphis, Tennessee was once again hosted by Dr. J. Ralph McIntyre, Assistant Pastor at Bellevue Baptist Church, in the absence of pastor Robert G. Lee. The program began with Ruth Parchman and Janet Ross singing "O Love That Will Not Let Me Go." Brother McIntyre then followed with his devotional on God's good news, the Gospel. This was a Bellevue Radio Production copied from a 33 1/3 RPM record.

This message was broadcasted on KWAM Radio in Memphis, Tennessee on September 22, 1956. It was part of a weekly 15 minute devotional broadcast produced by Bellevue Baptist Church featuring their pastor Dr. Robert G. Lee. Dr. J. Ralph McIntyre, assistant pastor at Bellevue, was the speaker for this broadcast since Dr. Lee was out of the country speaking in the Canal Zone. The broadcast began with the Bellevue Choir singing "Victory Through Grace." Brother McIntyre then spoke on Paul who was called to be an apostle separated unto the gospel of God. This broadcast was a Bellevue Radio Production preserved on a 33 1/3 RPM record.

This recording is of the full service for the December 4, 1980 dedication of the new and refurbished buildings at Brainerd Baptist Church. Dr. Ralph McIntyre was the guest speaker for this special occasion having been the previous pastor at Brainerd for eighteen years. The order of service is as follows: Organ prelude Angels from the Realms of Glory - congregational hymn Announcements Come Thou Long Expected Jesus - congregational hymn Wonderful Name Jesus - choir Building dedication announcements and recognitions Leadership for building programs recognized Responsive reading of Brainerd Baptist Church's congregational dedication to the Lord and His ministry at the church Recognition of Dr. and Mrs. McLaughlin. Dr. McLaughlin was the interim pastor after Dr. McIntyre. Dr. McLaughlin also led in prayer. Hark the Herald Angel Sing - congregation Offertory - organ Birth announcements Lighting of the Advent Wreath Ring the Bells -choir Welcome to Dr. McIntyre and family. Dedicatory sermon -Dr. Ralph McIntyre Have Thine Own Way - invitation hymn Amazing Grace - first verse by men, second by women, third by organ, fourth in unison (a Brainerd Baptist Church tradition) Closing prayer

Brother McIntyre's concluding message on the Gospel of John covers Jesus preparing the disciples for the days ahead, the crucifixion and resurrection. The Scripture passages are from John 14 and chapters 17-21.

In this fifth lesson on the Gospel of John Dr. McIntyre speaks on the Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah), the seventh sign miracle and the final hours of Jesus. The Scripture passages covered are John 10:22-42; 11; 12:20-23; 13-17.

In this fourth session on the Gospel of John Brother McIntyre teaches on Jesus as the Good Shepherd. The Scripture passage for the day was John 9-10.

The message for this third lesson in the series on John was on the second, third, fourth and fifth sign miracles. The Scripture passages are John 4:43-54; 5:1-16; 6:1-15; and 6:25-59.

This message from the Gospel of John covers the changing of water to wine, the cleansing of the temple, Nicodemus and the woman at the well.

Brother McIntyre's first message in this series on the Gospel of John dealt with the background of the book, the author, for whom it was written and why it was written. It was written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the son of God and that by believing you may have life in His name. The Word became flesh. The date of this conference in the ministry of Dr. McIntyre is unknown.

For this evening service, as Brainerd celebrated it's 70th anniversary, Brother McIntyre asked the questions, "What do you want to be remembered for and what do you want to accomplish with the rest of your life." He challenged the congregation to live the rest of their lives so that there will be something in their spiritual hands to present to Jesus when He calls them home. The now retired Ralph McIntyre was the guest speaker at Brainerd for this anniversary service. Brother McIntyre served as pastor for Brainerd for many years.

On November 1, 1998 Dr. McIntyre was present for the 70th anniversary Sunday for Brainerd Baptist Church. The service began with Brother McIntyre thanking so many in the church's present and past at this 70th anniversary for making Brainerd a beacon for Jesus Christ. He then spoke from Ecclesiastes on the times and seasons. He used the illustration of the once proud Queen Mary ship that was a truly great ship but now it was not going anywhere anymore. Brainerd must not stop carrying the Gospel, must not stop stirring the hearts and souls of men and women who raise up boys and girl for the honor and glory of Jesus Christ. Brainered must continue to be the great sailing ship Jesus wants it to be.

Dr. McIntyre spoke on the doxologies for the evening service. The message was preceded by special music that dealt with praise to God. Basically Brother McIntyre indicated that doxology means praise to God. In the Old Testament the word for praise was "hallelujah" and in the New Testament it was "blessed be God." At this point Brother McIntyre, who mentioned that he had turned 70 years old, asked the congregation to write down three things they thank God for most and then the names of three people who had been a very special blessing in their spiritual life. In conclusion Dr. McIntyre asked each person to take their lists and talk to God and sing His praise and then talk to those who have helped them in their spiritual pilgrimage. He encouraged them to stop long enough during the week to rejoice in their new birth and the new value system He has given us and rejoice in the privilege to comfort others in their Christian journey.

The morning message began with the life of the apostle Paul and how his life was marked by a faith headed forward, a true conquering Christian. For us as Christians we need to remember that our past is the prologue of what our lives can be before God does call us home. Dr. McIntyre concluded the message stating his desire to make the last days of his life facing forward by encouraging people, praying for people, helping people, and lifting up people and not a dead weight, naysayer or grumpy old man. He wanted his last days marked with a Christian optimism facing forward as should all those who love the Lord.

For this session Dr. McIntyre is addressing the Trustee Orientation Program for the Tennessee Baptist Convention. Brother McIntyre shared that a trustee is one who holds assets and acts in the best interest of another. A trustee is charged with establishing, creating and putting policy into cement and determining the direction of the institution. He is one who has the responsibility above all else of prayer for the institution, administration, staff and people.

In this final session on the Sermon on the Mount, Brother McIntyre spend the first part of the message completing his thoughts from the previous evening. Then in his summation for the series we see that Jesus is the fulfillment of the law and the prophets and those of us who are his disciple,s when we live as He instructed us to live and by the power He give us in His Holy Spirit, then we too get to be a partner with Him in the complete fulfillment of the law and the prophets. So we as Christians as we embark on His new mission, we will find the rewards He promised are still available and the best reward is not something we gather for ourselves but some honor, some tribute, some glory we make possible for His name. That is what being a Christian really all about.

With this fifth session on the Sermon on the Mount Dr. McIntyre asked, "Why would Jesus say all these things?" The answer is that the Lord wanted the best for the disciples and all those who heard and now read these words. He wanted them and us to grow and be like Him and not be satisfied with less than the best.

In this message on the Sermon on the Mount Dr. McIntyre relates that Jesus declared He was not changing the law and the prophets but only the false interpretations that had come down over the centuries from the Pharisees and the scribes. For today the greatest compliment one can receive is that they look like Jesus. We need to remember that the mark of one who walks with Jesus is love.

The Sunday afternoon session on this series on the Sermon on the Mount was on a Christians' influence. In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus reveals a whole new context and way of life - a new purpose and mission for those who are followers of Christ. Dr.McIntyre encouraged the congregation to let their light so shine so people will see what they do so their Father in Heaven gets the glory. Jesus wants us to have an influence where we live.

In this second lesson on the Sermon on the Mount Dr. McIntyre indicates that Jesus was teaching His disciples how He wanted them to live. So the question for us is, "What do we want out of life?" We must include in the list what Jesus wants and what Jesus wants for us is full satisfying joy. This is joy regardless of the storms and temptations of life so that we will have that internal abundant joy that comes from the presence of God Himself in the Lord Jesus.

This is the opening session of a six part series on the Sermon on the Mount. This session was held early on Sunday morning January 17, 1993 before the morning service. This series will conclude on the following Tuesday evening. This first session was for presenting the plan of coverage for each lesson in the series. Then Dr. McIntyre preceded to give and introduction and overview to the Sermon on the Mount covering what it is, what it purports to be and the audience it was directed toward. A look was also given to the author of the book of Matthew where the Sermon on the Mount is given.

Dr. McIntyre began this session by asking everyone to take 3 minutes and write out what they would want their obituary to say. He then asked them to write out what their perfect day would be five years from today. In Psalm 116 David gave 5 mountain peaks of what a perfect day would be. Those peaks were: (1) Talking and hearing the Father (2) Walking with the Father (3) Repaying the Father (4)Fulfilling my vows to the Father (5) Sacrificing for the Father Dr. McIntyre stated that we don't know when the obituary page will have our name. Plan now for your perfect day and get ready for it for the glory of Jesus.

In this concluding session for the church library and media staff Dr. McIntyre spoke of the mountain top experiences of this week long conference and then the return to the responsibilities of home and work. There are ups and downs in the Christian experience and God equips us on what He wants us to do.

Dr. McIntyre began this session asking all those present to close their eyes and picture themselves back in their bed this morning. He then asked them to picture every door they had gone thru from the time of getting up until entering the room they were in then. He then asked them to think of the most beautiful door they had ever seen or gone thru. From this illustration Brother McIntyre quoted Jesus who said that He was the door and whoever enters thru Him would be saved. Jesus is the door that transforms us. Dr. McIntyre challenged the group to pray, "Help me to be a door thru which someone can find Jesus and find new life in Him."

Dr. McIntyre was introduced for this session with a very humorous, touching and most interesting introduction with stories about Brother McIntyre's children, grandchildren and his late wife Sue. The Scripture passage from the book of Ezekiel is from a book of measurements which can be applied to different facets of one's life. If you are living in a desert situation a river of prayer can be so helpful. Dr. McIntyre told of lady from when he served as the Associate Pastor at Bellevue Baptist Church under Dr. Robert G. Lee. This lady, Jesse Parker, was known as the lady of prayer. She was the one people always went to with prayer needs. In conclusion Dr. McIntyre expressed his desire that each person at this conference would leave swimming in deeper waters than when they came with a deeper experience with God. If they were living in a desert experience in their lives he challenged them to let the water flow. The water God provides.

Dr. McIntyre spoke from John 14:1-6 where Jesus told the disciples to let not their hearts be troubled in order to prepare them for His upcoming crucifixion. Verses of great truth and comfort for all those who love the Lord.

As Brother McIntyre began the first of six messages to the Library Media workers from churches in the convention, he presented a fascinating devotion on our "hands." The world is fascinated with hands from the hands of chubby babies, to the hands of surgeons, to the hands of musicians, to the hands of laborers, to the hands gifted in sign language, to the hands in prayer. The hands of Jesus are the most expressive and wonderful hands we can know. From his hands in the manger, to his hands as a carpenter, to the hands that pulled the sinking Peter from the rolling waves, and finally to the nail pierced hands of the crucifixion and resurrection. These are the that hands that wiped away the sins of the world for those who accept Him and now the hands that intercede to the Father for us. And now we thank the Lord for the hands of the library/media workers here this day who handle thousands of books and materials and perform ministry to every person in their congregation. For them we are thankful.

Dr. McIntyre began this final devotional session by sharing two unusual names for Baptist Churches. The first was Hell Hole Swamp Baptist Church in South Carolina and the second was Tight Wad Baptist Church in Missouri. He then began his last message by reading about Abraham in Genesis as he breathed his life. It was said He died full of years and a good man. There are four other Biblical characters who were described the same way. Brother McIntyre then talked on the lives of Isaac, Job, Jehodiah, and David. Then as the conference closed Brother McIntyre encouraged the attendees to live the full life, the overflowing life in the midst of whatever difficulties came their way and be stabilized by their faith in the Messiah and with friends and fellows Christians who add their strength to their strength and make life worth living.

This fourth devotional thought of the week centers around the story of Isaac building an altar, pitching a tent around it, and digging a well. Though the recording of this message is incomplete we do learn from Brother McIntyre the altar represents the necessity of our coming face to face with God and in our heart to adore Jesus Christ. See episode 107 where Brother McIntyre preached this same sermon at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Tennessee.

In answer to the question as to what you are doing with your salvation Dr. McIntyre challenged everyone to not ignore, forget or neglect it. It is the most precious thing our Heavenly Father has given us. Look for the opportunities given you to share it and give it away. Don't go to the gates of Heaven and not have someone say they are there because you shared Jesus with them. Treasure your salvation as your highest and best possession.

For this second devotional message Brother McIntyre shared how marvelous it is when Jesus enters into our lives and when we are honest with Him and let Him deal with us that life is not static or negative. Don't lose the excitement of the Christian life. Only Jesus can take the negatives of our lives and turn it into positives that will bring glory to Him. Brother McIntyre also shared during this devotional stories about his two grandsons, Addison and Aaron, and also his wife Sue.

Dr. McIntyre was speaking for the week at the Glorieta Baptist Conference Center. He spoke of how there are millions of people lonesome and without friendship. He just finished serving with the Baptist World Alliance where he traveled all over the world and made so many new friends. He stated that there are seven distinctive marks of Christian friendships. 1. Mutual love for God and each other 2. Patience 3. Unselfishness 4. Never stops being a friend when discovering faults 5. Seeks the highest good for his friend 6. Sympathetic 7. Caring Friendships with Jesus, in Jesus and with each other is a rare treasure to hold in our hands and live out in our lives.

With First Baptist of Nashville at 175 years of age Dr. McIntyre asked the question as to what old First needs now. Victories in the past need to be applied to today. The church needs to feel the power of the Holy spirit, needs to be faithful in stewardship and needs to seek revival. Each member needs to rededicate and reconsecrate their lives. What old First Baptist needs is "you".

For this evening service Dr. McIntyre spoke on the tools that Jesus wants us to have in our Christian toolbox. These tools are the tool of love, the tool of humility, the tool of forgiveness and the tool of giving.

For this Fourth of July weekend Dr. McIntyre spoke on the subject of Liberty and where it leads us. Issues of the day in 1991 were presented - Communism and the USSR, the falling of the Berlin wall and the unification of Germany, immigration in America, God being removed from the public square, our forgotten history, the resources America provides for the world, and the decline of church attendance in America. We need to rejoice in our liberty in America and be exporters of the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ to the world. We need to use our liberty as a Christian to reach out. Enthrone Christ and make Him the ruler of your life.

For this service Brother Ralph McIntyre is visiting at Bolsa Knolls Southern Baptist Church in Salina, California where his son Pierce is the pastor. Brother Ralph shares how he has completed his 2 year assignment with the Baptist World Alliance that has taken him all over the world. He shares that he is so glad to be in Salina to visit with Pierce, Mary Ann and the girls. For the message Brother Ralph preaches that the salvation that is ours is received as a gift from the Lord and is not to be neglected. We are to be messengers with it. We are not to be selfish with it, not to hide it away, but to give it, scatter it, share it, and let others know that they too can receive this wonderful gift. Neglect not this salvation. Pastor Pierce McIntyre closes the service inviting the congregation to return that evening for a slide show from his father with pictures of the work in Russia and Romania.

For his last service as interim pastor at First Baptist Brother McIntyre expressed how difficult this service was for him. He had come to love the people of First Baptist and would miss them in the days ahead. He then encouraged the congregation to think about what they have to offer for Jackson, Tennessee and beyond. He prayed that each person would discover who they are and what they have to offer. Don't hold to yourself your gift of God.

At this evening service Brother McIntyre elaborated on his decision to move on from his position as interim pastor at First Baptist in Jackson. Next Sunday September 25, 1988 will be his final service. His future plans had been for retirement and spending time with his grandchildren but instead the Lord had something else planned for him. He had been called to the position of Director of Evangelism and Education Study and Research for the Baptist World Alliance for the next two years. He will be entrusted with helping to create, develop, enhance and improve the 134 Baptist conventions, unions and fellowships around the world. He indicated this was like a new career for him after serving 31 years as a pastor and 10 years with the Sunday School Board. He expressed his appreciation to all those at First Baptist who mean so much to him. His message for the evening was of Mary anointing the Lord with the expensive ointment. Jesus knew his time was short and this expression meant so much to Him. Brother McIntyre challenged the congregation to do like Mary by offering special gifts and services to the Lord.

Dr. McIntyre began his message talking about the voices of our lives. Our lives are shaped by the voices we hear including our parents, our children, our grandchildren, our teachers, our friends and great preachers. The Bible speaks to all generations. To hear the voice of God we must also have a quiet time of prayer. We must respond to the right voice of God Himself.

Brother McIntyre began the service telling about hymn writer B.B. McKinney who wrote many hymns including "Have Faith in God." Brother McIntyre then read all four verses of the hymn followed by the congregation singing the entire hymn. Jesus cares for us as Christians and faith is the victory over sorrows and reverses. We know that our Redeemer liveth. Faith is the victory. Faith is the way.

Dr. McIntyre preached that all have sinned, but there is no period there. In Christ we shall be made alive. In Christ you are free to be a child of God, free to be all that you can be and free to be all that God wants you to be. You are free from the tyranny of sin and free from the penalty of sin. There is no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus. Know the truth and the truth shall set you free.