Baptist Expositor

Expository preaching of Ephesians 4:1-6. We now enter the second major part of the Epistle dealing with the believer's walk. We go from position to practice, doctrine to duty, beliefs to behavior, creed to conduct, worldview to walk etc… Truth is transforming! There are somewhere in the order of 41 imperatives/commands (according to H. Hoehner) in this section. In this lesson we consider th...

Expository teaching of Ephesians 3:14-21. The first recorded prayer of the Epistle is in chapter 1:15-23 where the Apostle prays for their spiritual enlightenment. Now he prays for their spiritual empowerment. This prayer is one of the most majestic in the New Testament. A.T. Robertson comments, "Nowhere does Paul sound such depths of spiritual emotion or rise to such heights of spiritual passion...

Exposition of the Epistle to the Ephesians. In chapter 2:11-22, Paul has explained how God has united Jew and Gentile in one body through Christ's work on the cross. In this section ( Eph. 3:1-13 ), Paul will further elaborate on this theme.

Expository preaching of Ephesians 2:19-22. The Apostle Paul describes the church of God, made up of Jew and Gentile, under several figures. The main figure of the church is that of a building. Important lessons for every Christian concerning their relationship to Christ's church.

Expository preaching of Ephesians 2:11-19. These verses delve further into other facets of our salvation. Central to the theme of this section is that fact that saved Jews and saved Gentiles have been united in one body. In short, we have been reconciled to God and to each other through Christ's work on the cross.

Expository preaching of Ephesians 2:8-10. Paul further expands on the theme of the riches of God's grace in Vs. 7 and his brief mention of salvation by grace in the parenthesis of Vs. 5. In these verses he explains that salvation is all of God's grace and has nothing to do with human works or efforts.

Expository preaching from Ephesians 2:1–7. In this passage, Paul explains how sinners who deserve nothing but God's wrath become trophies of His grace. Once dead in trespasses and sins, following the course of this world and fulfilling the desires of the flesh, we were separated from God and under His righteous judgment. Yet through His rich mercy, great love, and amazing grace, God has made...

Message examining the biblical basis for church membership, drawing from Acts 2:41–47 and supporting principles from throughout the New Testament. In an age when many Christians view church as optional, this sermon explores why God designed believers to be committed members of a local New Testament church. We consider the biblical reasons for church membership, including the local church's c...

Expository preaching from Philippians 1:27–30. In this passage, Paul exhorts believers to live lives worthy of the Gospel, standing firm as citizens of heaven in a world opposed to Christ. He challenges the church to maintain unity, striving together with one spirit and one mind for the faith of the Gospel rather than allowing division to hinder its advance. Paul also reminds believers that...

Exposition of Paul's first recorded prayer for the Ephesian Church. The second is recorded in 3:14-21. He prays that they might know the spiritual wealth they have in Christ.

Exposition of Ephesians 1:8-14. Verse 3-14 are all one sentence in the Greek text indicating that they are one unit of thought. They reveal the many facets of our salvation. It is like picking up a beautiful jewel, holding it to the light and looking at it from different angles, and enjoying its various sparkles and flashes of color. These verses continue to unfold the blessings we have received i...

Exposition of Ephesians 1:4-7 . Verse 3-14 are all one sentence in the Greek text indicating that they are one unit of thought. They reveal the many facets of our salvation. It is like picking up a beautiful jewel, holding it to the light and looking at it from different angles, and enjoying its various sparkles and flashes of color.

Exposition of the opening verses of Paul's Epistle to the Ephesians. In Ephesians 1:1–3, Paul introduces the glorious theme of being "in Christ". Writing from prison, he reminds believers that their true identity is found not in their circumstances but in their relationship with Christ. As saints set apart for God, believers have received grace, peace, and every spiritual blessing through sa...

In this introductory message to Ephesians, we explore why this epistle has been called the “Queen of the Epistles” and one of the highest peaks of New Testament truth. Beginning with the historical setting of ancient Ephesus—a wealthy, influential, and deeply pagan city—we trace the remarkable story of how God established a powerful Gospel witness there through the ministry...

Exposition of Psalm 21 (Part 2). David rejoices in God's strength, salvation, goodness, and abundant blessings, recognising that all he has received flows from trusting in the Lord. The Psalm also points beyond David to his greater Son, Jesus Christ—the King of kings who possesses all power, secures salvation, reigns in glory, and will one day judge the world in righteousness. While the firs...

In Exodus 33, following Israel's sin with the golden calf, Moses turns to God in earnest prayer, pleading for His guidance, grace, presence, and glory. At the heart of the chapter is Moses' remarkable request: "I beseech thee, shew me thy glory." Though he had already experienced God's mighty works and intimate fellowship with Him, Moses still longed to know God more. This study highlights the imp...

Study of the clothing of the regular priests and the lessons for us as New Testament priests.

Continuation of the study of the High Priest's garments and how they typify Christ in His person and work.

Continuation of the study of the High Priest's garments and how they typify Christ, our Great High Priest.

Study of the High Priests garments and how they typify Christ, our Great High Priest.

In this sermon from Exodus 27, the Tabernacle's outer court, gate, and holy oil are explored as powerful pictures of Jesus Christ and the Gospel. The message highlights Christ as the only Door to salvation, the separation between sinful man and a holy God, and the grace offered through the cross. Through rich biblical typology, listeners are challenged to come to God through Christ alone, to live...

A rich expository study through Exodus 26–27 exploring the Tabernacle as a prophetic picture of Jesus Christ. This sermon examines the meaning of the veil, the brazen altar, and the sacrificial system, revealing how they foreshadow Christ's sinless body, His atoning death on the cross, and the believer's access into the presence of God through His blood. With powerful gospel application and...

The sermon presents a rich theological exploration of the tabernacle's coverings and structure, presenting them as profound shadows pointing to Christ. It highlights that believers are spiritually sheltered under His atoning work. The layered curtains—fine linen symbolizing Christ's perfect righteousness, goat's hair representing His substitutionary atonement, ram's skins dyed red signifying...

In this episode, we explore the profound symbolism of the Golden Lampstand in Exodus 25:31–40 and how it points directly to Jesus Christ as the Light of the World. The lampstand, crafted from pure beaten gold, reveals Christ's deity, purity, suffering, resurrection, and eternal glory. We examine how its seven branches, almond blossoms, and continual light portray the perfection of Christ and...

A study of Moses' example as an intercessor on Israel's behalf. His example typifies Christ's heavenly ministry of intercession and teaches us practical principles for our own prayer lives as we seek God on behalf of others.