Sermon Archive (Page 44)

Watch or listen to sermons preached from the pulpit at Fairview Baptist Church.

Taking Dominion

This message examines the first command given in Scripture, to be fruitful and multiply, subdue the earth and take dominion over all living creatures. We examine what that means, how we’ve failed, and how Christ, in the new humanity, gives greater meaning to this task of taking dominion.

Created in the Image of God

Since all people are created in the image of God we have a special status in creation. People, all people, regardless of skin color, mental capacity, or size have dignity, value, and worth because they are made in God’s image. Along with this special status we also have the immense responsibility of being God’s image bearers. We are responsible to reflect God’s goodness and character. This is a heavy burden until we realize that all that we need is provided…

God’s Work of Forming and Filling Part 2

In this talk we explore the amazing design of the many creatures God created. Every single person has a design intuition when we consider living things that fill the earth. We consider this, why people fight against this intuition, and how we must respond.

God’s Work of Forming and Filling Part 1

After the first day of creation the earth was formless and empty. The rest of the creation week God forms and fills the earth to create a theater to showcase his glory! In this message we slow down to reflect on the wonders of the second, third, and fourth days of creation. Let us glorify God for his greatness as we consider his wondrous works!

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.