Sermons by Tim Stephens (Page 15)
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.
Woe Canada!
Jesus pronounced woe upon the cities of Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum. These are cities that had received the truth and rejected it. Can the same be said of our city, province, or country? Here we consider the call to an nation who has the revelation of Christ and turned from that truth. There is application here for us as individuals, the church, and our nation. Passage: Luke 10:13-16
Going into the Harvest
Jesus is the Lord of the harvest and he appoints and sends out laborers into his harvest. Here we see, not only the commission to go, but how we go. We must pray, go, depend, labor, and warn. May we grow in faithfulness as we hope and trust in the Lord. Passage: Luke 10:1-12
Resolved to Follow
In this passage we see the determination and resolve of our Lord Jesus Christ. He willing suffered affliction and rejection to accomplish the mission of saving his people from their sin. He calls his followers to the same determination and resolve. Here is a call for us to follow and set our face upon our Savior. Passage: Luke 9:51-62
Killing Pride with Calvary Love
Jesus’ disciples argued a number of times of who is the greatest. Their views of discipleship, greatness, and the mission they were called to were blurred by their own pride. We aren’t immune to the same pride. What we’re reminded of here is that Christ is the great pride killer as we take our eyes off ourselves and behold him. Passage: Luke 9:46-50
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