Tulsa Bible Church: Sermons

Scripture tells us that Jesus is the light of the world. As Christians, we are to walk in Christ, which means walking in the light. Join us on Mother's Day this year, as we encourage one another to walk in the light by remembering our identity, participating in community, and focusing on spirituality.

The letter of Ephesians is loaded with theological truth. It also has strategically placed prayers throughout. This week we look at Paul's Prayer in Ephesians 3.14-21. The content of this prayer reminds us to depend on God not self and keep our priority distinguished from all other things that are peripheral.

God has a redemptive plan for all of history. He has told us about in the framework of stages or eras. The old word for this was “dispensation.” Join us as we look at how God has designed the current dispensation of grace and the church age. Learn more at: tulsabible.orgWatch live at: youtube.com/tulsabible

CS Lewis wrote an essay entitled, “Inner Ring.” He suggested that the desire humans have to be a part of a secret group or with select individuals effects everything about us, sometimes for good other times for bad. We all want access. With this essay as a backdrop we look at Ephesians 2.11-22 and discuss access to the Father. Join us as we continue our sermon series through Ephesians.

In this sermon, we take a look at one of the strongest New Testament passages on the Grace of the Gospel. Ephesians 2.1-10 reminds believers what they have been saved from, God's initiation of the process, and the purpose for salvation.

One of the key themes throughout Ephesians is the concept of being, “in Christ.” After the Apostle Paul wrote one of the longest Greek sentences exploring the truth of being in Christ, he prayed for the Ephesian believers to know God better. Join us as we look at one of the richest prayers in all of Scripture in Ephesians 1.15-23.

Join us as we take a deeper look into Ephesians 1. This week we will start in Ephesians 1.7 and talk more about the abundant grace believers receive in Christ. God's grace changes our identity, authority, and destiny. It also asks us to be gracious with other believers.

In Ephesians 1, the apostle Paul presented the plan of God from God‘s perspective. His plan is to unite all things in Christ, which places everything under Christ's Authority. God will accomplish this plan by fulfilling an old promise to Abraham and creating a new family in Christ. Is your agenda aligned with God's purposes?

Join us as we begin a new sermon series through Ephesians. This week Pastor Jared introduces the book with background information and talking about Paul's opening to this letter. You will also hear about a key phrase used throughout Ephesians, “In Christ.” If you'd like more information about our teaching at Tulsa Bible Church visit TulsaBible.org

In Mark 2, Jesus healed a paralyzed man to prove He was the Son of Man who had authority to forgive sin. However, sometimes we miss the small group of men who did everything possible to get this man to Jesus. Join us this week as we look at the need for community and having people in our lives who will do whatever it takes to bring us to Jesus. Learn more about us: tulsabible.org

This week we look at the conclusion in Malachi 4. More than anything, God used Malachi to address major spiritual apathy in Israel. As the prophet closed his message, his heart was for Israel to be restored to God spiritually. Join us as we close the message from the minor prophet, Malachi.

In this sermon, we look at one of Israel's worse heart-level assumptions. After exile they were questioning the value and worth of worshipping God. They believed there was little to no profit to their covenant relationship. When we struggle with the same things it's important to remember that eternity is at stake and there is coming a future day when God will distinguish true from false worshippers.

Have you ever felt neglected or abandoned by God? Do you ever question his justice? After the exile, it's fair to assume that Israel felt neglected by God. After all, how could he allow a pagan nation to flourish, while His own people suffered? This sermon will help you process those feelings with the truth of God's Word.

At the New Year, we often make resolutions or at least consider new ideas or new goals for our lives. One thing that we don't typically consider is our thought life. In Colossians 3.14, Paul addressed a Christian mindset fixed on Christ and eternity. We hope this sermon encourages a thought life that is centered on Christ for your spiritual growth.

The prophet Malachi addressed a major concern in Israel. After Babylonian Exile, God's people failed to change. They were not the people God called them to be before or after captivity and struggled with spiritual apathy. Join us as we look at Malachi 1.6-2.9 and address the topic of worship.

Malachi taught in Israel about 100 years after the Babylonian Exile. The people had returned to the Land. The temple was rebuilt. The walls were rebuilt. Nevertheless, the hearts of the Israelites were not strong for God. They should have learned many spiritual lessons in captivity, but, ultimately, they were experiencing spiritual apathy. Join us as we introduce the prophet Malachi and discuss the need for heart restoration.

This week we complete Part 2 in a two week study on gratitude. If believers are going to experience true joy, gratitude will be a necessary step on that journey. Also, Philippians tells us that gratitude is a strong antidote to anxiety. Join us this Thanksgiving as we discuss gratitude!

Do you struggle with being a thankful person? Have you ever identified ingratitude as a root issue in your life? In this sermon, we look at the problem of ingratitude and how it leads to other, deadly sins. We also talk about how we can start with being a more thankful person.

In this sermon, we finish TBC's series on Hope through the Psalms. The psalmist reminded Israel about where they should not place their hope. Instead, the only eternal, lasting, and personal hope is in their gracious covenant LORD.

How can we have hope in a constantly changing life? Why do we seem to connect happiness and hope so tightly to our circumstances? In this sermon we will look at constantly changing circumstances in Israel's history. Even though circumstances are always changing, God never changes. Therefore, we can have hope in Him who is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Memory plays an important role in the history of Israel as well as God's people. Sometimes memories of sin can be painful. At all times, memories of God's love are merciful. Either way, memory links us to a God who has worked in the past for the good of His followers. Join us as we continue our sermon series on Hope by looking at memory in Psalm 106.

Psalm 90 is the only psalm attributed to Moses. For 40 years in the wilderness he saw firsthand the brevity of life. As we face the shortness of this earthly life, Psalm 90 informs us on living life backwards.

Different people and cultures have addressed the problem of pain in various ways. Some try to avoid pain at all costs. Others embrace pain and almost long to experience it. The Psalms also depict the pain and suffering inevitable in a fallen world. Psalm 89 gives us some tools to use when we experience pain. Join us this week as we continue in our series on Hope through the Psalms.

Today's generation struggles with doubt. We typically want clear answers about God, how He works, and what we can expect in the world. Sometimes we don't get those answers. Far from doubt being the opposite of faith, faithful believers can struggle with doubt. Join us as we address this relevant topic in Psalm 73.

Israel had 3 main cultural institutions: the priesthood, prophets, and monarchy. Of the three, the monarchy gave the most hope to God's people. In a nation like the United States, it's not as easy for us to associate hope with the future King, nevertheless, that's exactly target for Christian Hope. Join us as we continue to look at Hope in the Psalms.

So many times, the evangelical church has been dismissive or insensitive to those battling with spiritual depression. Nevertheless, the psalmist vulnerably and truthfully recalled a personal battle with this issue. Ultimately, he found his hope in God. Join us as we discuss spiritual depression in Psalm 42.

What does the Bible say about Hope? How does the Old Testament explain it? What nuances does the New Testament add? What do we make of the fact that Jesus never used the word “hope” in the Gospels? Join us as we continue in our sermon series on Hope in the Psalms. For more information visit our website: TulsaBible.org

Fear can be paralyzing physically, spiritually, and emotionally. The Psalms provide a way of both dealing with and facing fear. This week we take a look at Psalm 3 and see how David dealt with fear and found both hope and confidence in the LORD.

Why are people so drawn to royalty? What fascinates us about the rich, famous, and royalty-like celebrities and athletes? Psalm 2 tells us that all of naturally long for a king. The problem is that apart from Christ, we rebel against God's royalty. Join is as we continue our series on Finding HOPE in the Psalms.

Many people now consider our times as the “age of anxiety,” a phrase first used by W.H. Auden. Given that 2024 is an election year and all the turmoil we see in the nation and around the world, perhaps, there is no better time to teach on a biblical view of hope. Join us as we start a series on Hope through the Psalms.

In this sermon we look at the Parable of the Unjust Steward, which is one of the hardest parables to understand. Join us as we look at 3 different perspectives and thoughts toward giving. If you'd like more information about Tulsa Bible Church, please visit us at TulsaBible.org

Today we look at the parable of the rich fool. We explore how to identify surface level idols, dig deeper to find what's underneath, and how to shatter them Learn more about us: https://www.tulsabible.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tulsabible/ TBC - To know God, and make Him known. (Matt. 28. 18-20)

One Ministry of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers is giving discernment. The Holy Spirit enables us to discern a Christian worldview from other worldviews. This week we look at how Spirit enabled discernment helps us view the world around us and sin inside us.

God designed spiritual gifts for encouraging and building the body of Christ. Romans 12 outlines several items to consider including preparing hearts and utilizing them by thinking of others. Join us as we discuss spiritual gifts. For more information about Tulsa Bible Church, visit us at TulsaBible.org

Baptism of the Holy Spirit has been defined differently depending on the specific church or denomination. Some associate it with the so-called “second blessing of grace” while others associate it with various passages in Acts. Our intent with this sermon is to show how the baptism of the Holy Spirit was understood from Christ's prediction through 1 Corinthians 12.13. For more information about Tulsa Bible Church, please visit us at TulsaBible.org

Galatians 5 is a seminal passage on growth for the Christian. Paul listed the fruit of the Spirit with 9 distinct attributes. Join us as we look at this passage and continue our sermon series on the Holy Spirit: He Who Gives Life.

Summary: 1 Corinthians 2 is the classic New Testament text on the Holy Spirit's role in revealing God. This week we look at how God reveals himself and how his wisdom can be known. For more information check us out at tulsabible.org

The Holy Spirit's work in the church and Paul's call to action regarding loving, serving, and worshiping God with the body of Christ. For more info about Tulsa Bible Church check out tulsabible.org!

This week we continue TBC's sermon series on the Holy Spirit called He Who Gives Life. Pastor Jared gives a broad overview of the Holy Spirit's work in Israel culminating in Ezekiel 37.1-14 with Ezekiel's vision of dry bones coming to life. For more information about TBC visit us at tulsabible.org

Theologians agree that the Holy Spirit was actively involved in creation. They do not agree on exactly how. Join us as we talk about the Spirit's role in Creation and what it means for believers who are a new creation in Christ.

In this message, we are continuing to talk about the Holy Spirit through the lens of the Trinity. The Bible describes the Holy Spirit as a person and as God, acting in ways that reflect His essential nature.

Join us as we dive deep, and look at the pendulum of change that is the church's relationship with the Holy Spirit throughout history.

Join us as we start a brand new sermon series on the Holy Spirit. This series will work through related topics to the person and work of the Holy Spirit revealed in God's Word. At a time when the Holy Spirit is often either overlooked or over-emphasized in the church we hope to bring biblical balance to a pertinent issue, especially in Tulsa.

As we prepare for Easter, we're considering the Greater Love of God in the death and resurrection of Christ. This week we will see how God's greater love affects our desires and longings. While the world tries to convince us that things will satisfy, ultimate satisfaction is found only in a personal relationship with Jesus.

This week pastor Jared begins a 3-week sermon series on the Greater Love of Christ. We'll explore how Christ's love overcame spiritual forces in heavenly places, and introduce what theologians call the Christus Victor view of the atonement.

Join us for part two of 2 closing sermons in 2 Timothy. This week we look at Paul's phrase, “I have finished the race.” Pastor Jared discusses the need for Christians to think critically about and prepare for their death.

As we finish Paul's second letter to Timothy, we're back tracking to cover 2 key phrases in the fourth chapter: Fighting the Good Fight and Finishing the Course. Join us this week as we discuss the Christian's fight to keep the faith.

At the end of 2 Timothy, as Paul is accustomed, he lists several people who have had a tremendous impact on his ministry. In this letter, he specifically urged Timothy to come quickly while also warning him about Alexander the Coppersmith.

As Paul sees his imminent death approaching, he leaves Timothy with a central charge to preach the Word. Join us this week as we explore what exactly this charge meant to Timothy and why it was so important.

The old saying goes, “Pastoral ministry would be great if it wasn't for the people.” The truth is pastoral ministry would not exist if it wasn't for the people. Nevertheless, dealing with people in a fallen world is no easy task. Join us as look at Paul's words to Timothy regarding difficult people in ministry.

Some responsibilities in life and ministry are more important than others. Paul knew that for Timothy to faithfully endure he would have to prioritize his tasks well and be focused to carry them out. Join us this week as we look at Timothy's main ministry responsibility, which is the Christian's as well.