Watch or listen to sermons preached from the pulpit at Fairview Baptist Church.
The First Day and the Age of the Earth
What happened on the first day of creation? When did this happen? And why does it matter so much? In this sermon, we get into the first few verses of Genesis 1 and see that these opening phrases are instrumental to a rock-solid faith in Christ’s call to be a disciple.
Genesis, Fossils, and Dinosaurs
Are fossils hard evidence for evolution? While many people today believe the fossil record shows Darwin’s evolutionary tree of life, the fossil record has always stood as an objection to Darwin’s theory. Today, the evidence is even more against evolution than it was in Darwin’s day. As we consider the evidence, again we’re amazed at the truthfulness and trustworthiness of Scripture!
Genesis and Modern Biology
Modern biology has revealed that simple cells contain loads of specified information. Does this support evolutionary ideas or does it again demonstrate the truthfulness of God’s word? The following are the images mentioned in the sermon. Fig. 1. Darwin’s first tree of life from his notes in 1837. Fig. 2. Modern day drawing of Darwin’s tree of life.
Why Genesis Is Important
With such a hotly debated topic as origins there certainly are many different approaches to the first book found in the Scriptures. In this sermon, we briefly review the different approaches to reconciling science and Scripture and then discuss five reasons why affirming biblical origins is important.
Remembering God in Times of Change
What can we learn from the wilderness generation about to enter the promised land? Much! In fact, Deuteronomy 8 reveals that we have failed the test of prosperity and we must return to God. To remember him, to trust him, and from that trust, to obey and worship.
The Result: Display of Power, Wisdom and Glory
In the final part of this series we look at the power of the preaching of Jesus Christ crucified. It must be preached and through its preaching God will be glorified. Not only this, but we must be aware that it will be rejected so we avoid the lies of false gospels that are more easily received. God, in his plan, determines that the preaching of his word will be used to bring his people to salvation. May this give…
The Response: New Creatures in Christ
In this part of the series we consider God’s role is keeping those who are his fully and finally till they receive their promised inheritance. There are misconceptions and characterizations of the term “once saved, always saved” and this message examines a number of texts to clear up confusion and to biblical set forth the doctrine of perseverance of the saints.
The Application: Conquering Grace
Why did I believe the gospel when so many reject it? Why am I convinced of my problem of sin when so many are not? These are mysterious questions for the believer. Today we explore those questions as we consider God’s work in overcoming our rebellious hearts with his conquering grace.
The Cost: Christ’s Atonement (Part 2)
This is the conclusion of the message dealing with the atonement of Jesus Christ. We search the Scriptures to seek the answer to the question: What did Christ’s atonement achieve? In part two we look at common passages cited in objection to a definite and powerful atonement.
The Cost: Christ’s Atonement
What is the glory of the atonement? Is the glory of the atonement because of its extent or its effect? Is the glory of the atonement in its potential or in its power? See Christ as high and exalted as we consider his work on the cross.
The Plan: God’s Choice
If you could pick one of the following questions, which would you like answered most? (1) Why doesn’t God save everyone? or (2) Why does God save anyone? The question we pick will be governed by our view of man and our view of God. In this sermon, both questions are answered as we see just how big and powerful our God truly is. May we be drawn to him and not resistant to his sovereign power!
The Problem: Man’s Sin
God’s glory in salvation is magnified when we consider the sinfulness of mankind and the powerful rescue God accomplished. We’re more sinful that we ever imagined. This sermon seeks to further our view of sin and what God accomplished in rescuing sinners from such a miserable estate.