Sermons from Seven Mile Road Church in Waltham

In this Easter Sermon, Pastor Clint looks at 1 Corinthians 15:12-22. In this passage, Paul tells us about the Sine Qua Non of Christianity. Without the resurrection, Christianity is not possible. Without the resurrection, the gospel is false hope. Listen and be challenged to believe and build your life on the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:35-39. The chapter that began with no condemnation ends with no separation. Paul asks a final question -- Is there anything that can separate us from the love of God? Is there anything that I can face in this life that would serve as proof that God has abandoned me and forsaken me? Answer -- No, there is nothing or no one who can separate us from the...

In these verses, Paul continues to ask rhetorical questions to reiterate the power of God's love against all that oppose his children. Who shall bring a charge? Who can condemn? All accusers —Satan, circumstances, sins—fade alongside the risen Christ who intercedes for us at God’s right hand. Listen and be equipped to answer accusations against God's children.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:31-32. As Paul brings the chapter to a close, he reflects on all that God has done for us in salvation. And instead of stating fact after fact -- he asks questions. He wants us to reflect. He wants us to engage. He wants us to come to conclusions. In our text today, Paul asks three questions. The first is a question that stirs reflection. The second q...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:28-30. In these verses God makes an unbelievable promise -- for those that love God all things work together for good. A promise of this height needs a strong foundation to support it. In verses 29-30, God provides an unbreakable foundation. Listen and be challenged as we consider the sovereign hand of God in salvation and his fierce commitment to wor...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:26-27. If we were left to our own weakness, our prayers would be hindered. We are weak mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. But God the Holy Spirit, in his grace, draws near to us. He is our help -- our partner in prayer. He amplifies and perfects our prayers. Be encouraged and challenged to pray.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Romans 8:17-25. In this passage, Paul gives us an essential perspective on suffering and the Christian Life. There is coming a glory that is beyond anything that we can imagine; A glory so incredible that one day all of our pain, suffering, and struggle will suddenly make sense. The message of Romans 8:18-25 is this: Christian, you will suffer, but incomparabl...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:14-16. In this text Paul gives us three reasons why believers can have confident assurance in their salvation -- God's Spirit leads God's children, God's love goes beyond forgiveness to adoption, and God's continuously reminds us that we are his children. Listen and be encouraged to consider why if you believe in Christ, you can also have confident as...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:12-13. Paul puts before us the choice -- life or death. Sin is serious and it will kill you -- unless you kill it. You can't control it. You can't tame it. But you can kill it. Be killing sin or it will be killing you. Listen and be challenged to mortify -- to kill -- your sin.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:9-11. In this passage, Paul addresses his readers personally. He tells them who they are in Christ Jesus. Our identity drives our activity and Paul spend much time in this passage and the rest of Romans 8 to remind his readers of their identity in Christ. Listen and be challenged to consider who you are.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Romans 8:5-8. Here, Paul confronts us with the reality that there are only two ways to live: either we are oriented toward the flesh, which leads to death; or the Spirit transforms us, so that our minds are set on life and peace. Therefore, answering the question "how am I living?" is essential - for without the Spirit, we “cannot please God.”

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 8:1-4 to see how Jesus sets us free. In Christ, our condemnation has been annulled, our liberation has begun, and the Spirit empowers us to walk in newness of life. Romans 8 has been called the greatest chapter in the Bible. Listen and be encouraged to live out your identity in Christ.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Romans 1-8 as we begin our series in Romans 8. This overview sermon provides the context for our study through chapter 8. In Chapters 1-3, Paul gives explains why we deserve judgment for sin. In Chapters 3-4, Paul gives one of the greatest explanations of the gospel, how God gives unmerited grace through faith. And then in Chapters 5-8, Paul unpacks all the gl...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Psalm 90 to see five constants in a constantly changing world. What will the new year bring? What can we expect? Though the world and our circumstances change -- some somethings are constant. As we begin a new year together, let's lean into the wisdom of Psalm 90 and anchor ourselves to God's word.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Psalm 4 as it teaches us how to approach prayer. For the Christian, Prayer is not optional. It builds our relationship with God and tangibly expresses our dependence on him. Listen to this sermon to learn four attitudes of prayer.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Revelation 21-22. In this passage, the Apostle John looks down the halls of human history to see that Christians have a super bright future because of Jesus. Traditionally, Advent has been a season to look at both the first and second comings of Christ. When Christ comes again, he will make his blessings flow far as the curse is found. Listen and be encouraged...

In this Advent Sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Matthew 5:13-16. In this famous passage, Jesus explores how the message of Advent propels us outward, on mission with the gospel of Christ. Jesus Christ, the light has stepped into the darkness so that we may be rescued. What do rescued sinners then do with this light? In Matthew 5:13-16, the "light" illustration turns to focus on the people of God. We...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 1:1-18. This is the chapter that deals with Christmas in John's Gospel -- though it doesn't have the angels and shepherd, no Mary and Joseph, no baby wrapped in swaddling clothes. John is not interested in the facts of Christmas so much as he's interested in the meaning of Christmas. What does it mean that Christ has come? Using the imagery of Jesus as th...

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Isaiah 9:1-7, a prophecy of the coming Messiah given to a people in the midst of suffering and judgment, a people in need of hope. As we step into the season of Advent, we remember that Jesus is the light that shines in the dark. Listen and be encouraged to see the problem, promise, and plan to deliver us from darkness.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Ecclesiastes 12:9-14. As Solomon brings his work to a close, he draws some final conclusions. Do we delight in the truth? Are we willing to allow hard truths to confront us? Are we ready for final judgment? Listen and be challenged by the Preacher to treasure truth.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:8. In this passage, the Preacher looks at the process of aging that culminates in the day of death. What does it look like to live a live shaped by death? Do we shrivel in despair? Do we deny the inevitability of our death? The Preacher says no. Live your life with joy and learn to be grateful for every day you have. Listen and be challeng...

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Ecclesiastes 11:1-6. Life is uncertain. It is unpredictable. So how do we live in such a world? The Preacher of Ecclesiastes takes on this question and gives us two options -- we can either live by faith or by fear in the face of uncertainty. Listen and be challenged to live by faith.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Ecclesiastes 9 and 10 as Solomon, the Preacher, gives us a master class on wisdom covering a variety of topics like the need to stay calm under pressure, the importance of our words, and the need to guard and protect wisdom. Listen and be challenged to grow in wisdom.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at Ecclesiastes 9:1-12. Yet again, The Preacher takes an honest look at our looming date with death. And his point is simple -- we are going to die and we don't know when. Once we let this truth settle on our hearts, we are able to take the command seriously to seize the day and enjoy our life as a gift from God. Listen and be challenged to let the day of death p...

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at Ecclesiastes 8. In this passage, the preacher of Ecclesiastes considers some of the real-life ways the wisdom of God works in daily life -- from difficult relationships to the deep questions of life, the wisdom of God settled in reverential awe of God brings transformation as we walk through life in a fallen world.