Sermons by Tim Stephens (Page 14)
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.
Clarity in Confusion: Behold Christ
In this sermon we consider how Jesus exorcises a demon from a child. This child is the only son of a desperate man whom the disciples were powerless to help. After Jesus powerfully heals the child, he speaks again about his death. His disciples do not understand but must learn continued trust and dependence in the powerful, compassionate, and wise one. This is our task as well. Passage: Luke 9:37-45
Dealing with Opposition in the Church
In this final sermon on 3 John we consider the shepherd-like care of the apostle John as he deals with a wolf in order to ensure the continued advancement of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Here we learn lessons on leadership, on courage, on the new birth, and on keeping Christ at the center. Passage: 3 John 9-15
Faithful for the Sake of the Name
This sermon reminds us of the mission we have to go and make disciples of the nations. It is a call to be faithful in receiving, sending, and going out for the sake of the name. Each believer has a role to play in serving Christ. May God make us faithful to be fellow laborers for the truth. Passage: 3 John 5-8
Walking in Truth and Love
The first in a three part series looking at the letter of 3 John. The letter opens and reminds us of the importance of truth and love as the basis for the Christian life, church, and home. There is no greater joy for the apostle than to see his children walking in the truth. Passage: 3 John 1-4
The Glory of the King
When Jesus calls his disciples to suffer, to embrace the shame of world, and even to die, he does not leave them without a vision of the glory that is to be revealed. In Jesus’ final instructions about discipleship, he gives his disciples a sneak preview of the glory of the coming kingdom. We must remember that any suffering we experience now is light and momentary compared to the eternal weight of glory before us. Passage: Luke 9:27-36
Prepare to Suffer
Jesus exhorts us to prepare to suffer as part of the cost of discipleship. This is a needed lesson as culture grows more hostile to God and his word. Here is a call to count the cost, see Jesus and worthy, and endure suffering for the sake of his name. Passage: Luke 9:24-26
Come and Die
This sermon considers Jesus’ words: “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” Here is a call to costly discipleship. It is clear that following Jesus is costly, but worth it. This is a reminder that Christians are called to suffering, rejection, and shame on the pathway to glory. Passage: Luke 9:23
Who Is Jesus? The Christ of God
Jesus asks his disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” and Peter responds, “The Christ of God.” This short answer is loaded with meaning and has great significance. This sermon explores the weight of this term as we consider the kingship of Jesus and his exaltation through his humiliation on the cross. Passage: Luke 9:18-22
5000 Reasons to Depend on Jesus
This sermon explores the miraculous provision of our Lord Jesus Christ when he feeds more than five thousand people with a few loaves of bread. This is only a lesson to behold the greatness of Christ, but to realize our dependence on him as disciples. Here is a call for us to see our inability but the great ability in and through Jesus Christ. Here is a call for greater faith. Passage: Luke 9:10-17
Making Gospel Waves
This sermon considers the “gospel waves” that were made as the disciples were faithful to the mission that Jesus gave them. The bold proclamation o the gospel will create waves in a society reaching beyond the pew, to the people and even the palace. Here is a call for us to make gospel waves by courageously speaking truth to those in the pews and the parliament for the glory of Christ. Passage: Luke 9:7-9
Disciples: Called, Equipped, Sent
This sermon brings us back to basics in remembering that our commission under Christ is simple. He calls, he gives, and he sends. We gain insights on what this means in our age and are invited to be a willing servant of Jesus. Passage: Luke 9:1-6
The Desperate Come to Christ
Christ came for the needy, the helpless, and the desperate. In this sermon we consider Jesus’ miraculous healings for people in their desperation. The challenge for us is to ask if we are desperate enough to seek out the Savior and come to him in faith and love. Passage: Luke 8:40-56