Sermons from 2023 (Page 4)
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…
Overpowering Fear
Jesus addresses fear in his disciples after he courageously speaks truth to power. He teaches us that fear of men is conquered through a greater fear of God. This sermon explores what it means to fear God and how we can cultivate that in our lives. Passage: Luke 12:4-7
A Word to Religious Pretenders
Jesus’ strongest words of warning are directed toward “religious” people. The Pharisees and scribes had many adherents who were hypocrites. Jesus gives 8 characteristics of the religious pretender and calls them to repentance. May this message convict and convert religious pretenders today. Passage: Luke 11:27-12:3
A Sign for Skeptics
Jesus deals with his skeptics by calling them to repent or perish. Jesus reveals that the problem with the persistent skeptic is not the evidence, but a hardness of heart. In considering Jesus’ words and action, we’re equipped to deal with skeptics today and be careful that we aren’t willfully ignorant of the light that has come into the world. Passage: Luke 11:29-36
Resurrection Hope
This sermon reminds us how hope is an essential part of saving faith with innumerable benefits. Christians should be people of hope. True hope drives away fear, it produces virtues of godliness, and remains steadfast when it is based on Christ rather than circumstance. Passage: Romans 4:18-25
Silver, Gold, and Jesus Christ
Pastor Alex Russell continues his sermon series through the book of Acts. Here we see an incredible gift, more precious that silver or gold, being given to a lame man begging at the temple. This gift, even greater than his physical healing, is to know Jesus Christ the Son of God. Passage: Acts 3:1-10
Demon Possession
As Jesus casts out demons he warns about the possibility of being re-possessed. Jesus’ point is that there is no neutrality. As we examine Jesus’ teaching we consider more broadly what the Bible says about demons and how we ought to live in light of this spiritual reality. Passage: Luke 11:24-28
The Kingdom Has Come Upon You
When Jesus casts out a demon and is accused of being in league with Satan, Jesus asserts that this exorcism is a sign of the arrival of the kingdom of God. This sermon considers this important topic and how we must live in light of Jesus’ power and the presence of the kingdom of God. Passage: Luke 11:14-23