Watch or listen to sermons preached from the pulpit at Fairview Baptist Church.
Pray and Don’t Lose Heart
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. Passage: Luke 18:1-8
The Coming of the Son of Man
In this text Jesus speaks about the revealing of the Son of Man. This sermon presents five reasons demonstrating that Jesus is predicting the destruction of Jerusalem and giving his disciples instructions to flee the city. Finally, this sermon exhorts us to heed the warnings of our Lord as we wait for his return from heaven in his second coming. Passage: Luke 17:22-37
The Coming of the Kingdom
The kingdom of God is not well understood today even though it was primary in Jesus’ teaching and preaching. This sermon seeks to explain the nature, presence, and spread of the kingdom of God. Not only does Jesus seek understanding but fealty. May this sermon aid you to see Jesus more clearly, enter the kingdom, and have hope, courage, and joy. Passage: Luke 17:20-21
The Ten Lepers
In this sermon we consider Jesus’ healing of ten lepers, but only one returned to give thanks. There are many valuable lessons here for us today, including our propensity to be ungrateful for the many things God has blessed us with. Here we are challenged to see our own thanklessness while being encouraged by the mercy of the Lord for the weak and needy like ourselves. Passage: Luke 17:11-19
Humble Servants Uprooting Trees
In this sermon, we consider the apostles request for more faith. Jesus answer is surprising. Rather than more faith, he calls the disciples to exercise the little faith they have and to be content in doing their duty. There are many lessons that we need to learn from Jesus in this sermon. Passage: Luke 17:5-10
Rebuke, Repentance, and Forgiveness
In this sermon, we consider the important teaching of Jesus on rebuke, repentance, and forgiveness. There is much practical help that we need to do this constructively. More important than practical help, we must remember the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ toward us and follow his life and teaching. May this teaching help us all to deal with sin among believers and be characterized by humility and forgiveness. Passage: Luke 17:3-4
Handling Temptation
In this sermon Pastor Tim speaks about Jesus’ warnings about temptations that are sure to come. These temptations can arise within the church and lead people astray. Here are lessons for those being tempted and would-be tempters. Passage: Luke 17:1-2
Wisdom in the Sanhedrin?
“If it is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You might even be found opposing God!” (Acts 5:39). These are the words of Gamaliel, a prominent voice that interrupts the chaos of the apostles’ persecution. Words that sound right and biblical. Is the Sanhedrin wavering in their opposition to the gospel? Having a change of heart perhaps? Listen in as we examine the substance of this notable man’s advice to the religious court, and how we…
Obey God Rather Than Men
Resisting tyranny is a loving thing. It is the necessitated response of the church to those authorities which seek to supplant God and exercise absolute authority over men. It is God alone who is sovereign, and when the edicts of men contradict those of God, our allegiance will belong to the King of kings. Listen in, as we examine the boldness of Peter in response to the demands of the Sanhedrin to stop preaching, and what great value this passage…
Jailbreak
Here we look at a familiar story of God’s great deliverance: the apostles’ miraculous escape from prison. When hostile authorities mount up, and it seems there is no solution, God powerfully intervenes. Listen in, as we are reminded of God’s glorious promises with regard to his church, and the integral nature of the Word to her ministry. Passage: Acts 5:17-26
The Powerful Church
In this unique passage within the book of Acts, we see the greatest manifestations of God’s power thus far. Signs and wonders gloriously taking place, and more added to the church than ever before. Listen in to explore what lessons this incredible event has for the church today and why we ought to plead for similar in our time. Passage: Acts 5:12-16
Descent Into Hell
In this sermon, we are going to consider what happened to Christ’s soul (or spirit) after his physical death before his ascension to the Father. Throughout the message, we will learn about Christ’s dominion over sin and death, and how he is the supreme ruler over all realms, including heaven, earth, and hell. The Scriptures point to Christ as the great victor over sin and death for those who have put their trust in him as the Messiah. Passage: Luke…