Sermons on Isaiah

For To Us a Child is Born | Part 3: Our Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace (Isaiah 6:9)

This sermon on Isaiah 9:6 explores the final two messianic titles given to Jesus Christ. “Everlasting Father” highlights Christ’s eternal existence as God, while “Father” describes his functional role rather than his ontology. Jesus is the father of creation (through whom all things were made), the father of believers (birthing spiritual life and protecting his people), and the father of the age to come (ruling the restored future). “Prince of Peace” portrays Jesus as the divine ruler who brings comprehensive…

To Us a Child Is Born | Part 2: Our Wonderful Counselor and Mighty God (Isaiah 9:6)

Description: Isaiah 9:6 proclaims that the child born to usher in light, joy, liberty, and peace is Jesus Christ. Defending the prophecy’s fulfillment against skeptics, the sermon considers Jesus’ majestic titles, focusing on “Wonderful Counselor” (the source of divine wisdom guiding creation, redemption, and history), and “Mighty God” (evidence of his full deity, demonstrated in Scripture and his works). Ultimately, this child is “given to us” personally—for sinners to receive by faith as their own Savior, Lord, and King. Here is…

To Us a Child is Born | Part 1: The Light of Christ (Isaiah 9:1-5)

In this sermon on Isaiah 9:1–5, we’re reminded that Jesus Christ is the promised child and great light who dawns upon a people living in deep darkness—whether national, societal, or personal. The Scriptures reveal that Christ’s kingdom is inaugurated through his sacrificial death and victorious resurrection, turning darkness into light as sinners repent and believe the gospel. We consider five glorious effects of this gospel light in the lives of those who embrace Christ: multiplication of life, irrepressible joy, heartfelt…

Divine Medicine for the Needy

In a world filled with idols and the weight of sin, many of us feel spiritually low and burdened. Guest preacher Pastor Clint Humfrey challenges us to confront the idols in our lives and the heaviness we feel living in a broken world. He asks: “Are you searching for the divine medicine?”. Pastor Clint invites us to look beyond temporary fixes and turn to Christ, who is the only true medicine for the soul. Through His healing grace and the…

The Axe in God’s Hand

This sermon continues our examination of the sovereignty of God by considering God’s judgment of the northern tribes at the hands of the Assyrian army. This passage is clear and decisively teaches the both the absolute sovereignty of God and the responsibility of man. Be warned: this sermon is a hard sermon. Yet, may this text bring clarity and greater convictions concerning the greatness of our God. Passage: Isaiah 10:5-12

Behold and Sing

In this third and final message examining Isaiah 42:1-12, this sermon considers the faithfulness of God to make and keep his promises. He is not powerless like false gods and is jealous for his worship, being deserving of it. Here is a call for us to see his faithfulness and so trust him and worship him in singing and joy. Passage: Isaiah 42:8-12

Behold the Covenant

Isaiah 42:1-12 is an exposition of Jesus Christ, the servant of God. In this message we are directed to consider what it means for the Son of God to be given as a covenant for the people. This unpacks the heart of the gospel, the good news of Christianity, and directs us to take our sin to Jesus for rescue. This message is part two of three. Passage: Isaiah 42:5-7

Behold the Servant

Isaiah 42:1-12 is an exposition of Jesus Christ, the servant of God. In this message we are directed to ponder and meditate upon Jesus as God’s Son; his service to bring salvation through his death and resurrection; his tender and mild manner of advancing his kingdom; and his resolve to not quit until all his enemies are a footstool for his feet. This message is part one of three. Passage: Isaiah 42:1-4