Sermons by Tim Stephens (Page 11)
Tim Stephens is the senior pastor of Fairview Baptist Church, Calgary, Alberta. Tim grew up on a farm in Eastern Ontario, graduated with a Computer Engineering degree from Queen’s University, a Masters of Divinity degree from Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching from The Masters Seminary. He is happily married to Raquel and they have been blessed with nine children.
Christian Nationalism
There is confusion and division surrounding “Christian Nationalism.” This seminar seeks to answer some commonly asked questions and reflect upon this conversation in the church. This seminar raises and answers the following questions: 1) What should we think about the term “Christian Nationalism”? 2) Can a nation be called Christian? 3) Is it good to be in a Christian nation? 4) What does the New Testament say about it? 5) How does a nation get there? 6) Why are we…
Building a Culture of Beauty in Your Home
This seminar seeks to think theologically about architecture, furniture, fashion, and the aesthetics of our homes. It is important to recognize that culture is religious externalized. We are influenced by culture and we influence culture. This is a call to be cultivators of Christian truth and beauty in our homes. The article referenced in the seminar can be read here: https://www.fairviewbaptistchurch.ca/culture-of-beauty/ Passage:
Knowing the Times
Jesus calls us not to miss what obvious about the present time. What is most important to understand in this present time is the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. This is a call to not miss him and perish apart from his reconciling work. Do you see him? Passage: Luke 12:54-59
Jesus Came to Divide
It will surprise many today that Jesus came to divide but that is how he explains why he came. Jesus came to divide because one must accept him or reject him. Jesus came to divide because truth is polarizing. Jesus came to divide because the gospel is a matter of prime importance. May this message encourage you to be faithful to Jesus in a time of division. Passage: Luke 12:49-53
Be Ready! A Parable of Four Servants
In this passage, Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure and return. Jesus calls his followers to watchfulness and faithfulness in his physical absence. As Jesus explains, he mentions four types of servants as a warning and encouragement for us to live faithfully while we wait for his return. Passage: Luke 12:35-48
Overcoming Anxiety
Jesus commands his followers not to be anxious for anything. Of course, we are so weak and fall into anxiety. So, Jesus tenderly exhorts and instructs so that we would grow in faith and trust, overcoming anxiety. May Jesus’ words here aid you as you grow in dependence upon our heavenly Father. Passage: Luke 12:22-34
Guarding Against Greed
Jesus takes time to address greed and covetousness as he teaches his disciples. Rather than settle a financial dispute, Jesus warns us all to be on guard against this sin that leads to misery and ruin. In a materialistic culture, we must be on guard against the influences around us and learn from our Lord such that we steward all that we have for his honor and glory. Passage: Luke 12:13-21
Confessing Christ Before Men
In this sermon, we’re reminded to be loyal to Jesus Christ in amid opposition. When there is public pressure to be privatize our faith, there must be a public profession of allegiance to Jesus Christ and his truth. This is important. It has eternal consequences. Thankfully, Christ has given us his Spirit to strengthen us and give us wisdom. Passage: Luke 12:8-12
Christ the Cornerstone
This sermon considers what must be the foundation for the church: Jesus Christ and him crucified. Many churches dot the landscape but only those built and stayed upon the foundation of the gospel of Jesus Christ will remain. This sermon considers how we must do this as a family of faith. This is the fourth and final part of a series of messages as our church transitioned into a new and larger facility at 3311 Centre St N, Calgary, Alberta.…
The Great Commission
Fairview Baptist Church began in 1960 in obedience Jesus’ command we call the Great Commission. As the church moves to a new and larger location we remember the calling we have as a church and as individual Christians. This sermon considers the command, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations.” Passage: Matthew 28:19
Fellowship and Hospitality
The early church was devoted to the apostles teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer. Two of these four, fellowship and breaking of bread, would likely not define the what the modern church is devoted to. As we transition as a church to a new facility and community, it is important that we are devoted to hospitality and table fellowship in our homes and in the church. This sermon is a call to value home hospitality and participation in the…
The Greatest Christian
Every Christian should want to be a great Christian and every church should want to be a great church made up of great Christians. So what is a great Christian? In Mark 10, Jesus explains what a great disciple looks like as he speaks about service and sacrifice. This is a needed lesson as we look forward to God’s continued faithfulness in the life of the church. This is the first part in a series of messages as Fairview Baptist…