Anchor Bible Church - Sermons

From Isaiah 53:10-12 we consider three amazing categories of prophecy concerning the Suffering Servant, Jesus Christ, who gives himself as a sacrifice to save sinners and yet rises from the dead the victor and conquer of the world and its kingdoms!

As Paul’s time in Ephesus was coming to an end, he urged the believers to remain steadfast against cultural pressures and false teachers (Acts 20:25—this was after three years of ministry, around A.D. 52–55). Timothy, who led the church in Ephesus, diligently followed Paul’s instructions to guard against all false doctrine. Fast forward several decades, and Christ’s reflection on their deeds is co...

In the Colossian Church, the error of Gnosticism began to surface, as many claimed to have a deep knowledge of God and his will, the Apostle Paul began to label what he saw — he labeled it as a “self-made” religion(2:21) which in every aspect has the “appearance of wisdom” (2:23); yet, had “no value in stopping the indulgence of the flesh” (2:23). In other words, there were Christians in that chur...

In this sermon on Lk. 1:32-33 we examine the five different descriptions that the angel Gabriel tells Mary concerning the child she will give birth to as a virgin.

In this sermon from Numbers 24:17-18 we learn about the amazing Star Prophecy which predicts the incarnation of the Son of God and the coming Messiah King.

In Psalm 103:1–5 we are going to see David stir his soul to praise God for the LORD’s pardoning grace, preserving compassion, and satisfying goodness—so that you can be filled with thanksgiving to God for His great benefits.

Jesus joins Martha and Mary in Bethany four days after their brother Lazarus died. The sisters are disappointed and distraught, uncertain what Jesus can do. Jesus, grieving on multiple levels, comes to Lazarus’ tomb and confronts the unbelief of everyone present. Jesus then summons Lazarus from the dead, glorifying His Father and proving the Son of God is the resurrection and the life.

Proverbs 18:21 says that death and life are in the power of the tongue. And the "Proverbs of the New Testament," James addresses the use and misuse of the tongue in daily life. He exhorts his readers on the importance of controlling, containing, and constraining the tongue.

We live in a time when most sermons are like "how-to" manuals. Five easy steps to a healthy marriage... Strategies for overcoming the daily doldrums... Sure-fire methods for putting pride in its place. But sometimes, it's simply good to bask in the wonder and marvel of our salvation. Peter does so as he begins his first epistle and we'll join him as we look at the Source, Substance, and Surety of...

"Violence!" the prophet cries, and it still rings true today. Anger is evident in thought, word, and deed all around us. It climaxes in hateful murder and leaves a wake of destruction. What are we to do? Habakkuk wondered the same thing. Join us as we study Yahweh's answer. The godly man's hope is the same today as it was then. God reveals His plan for vengeance on the wicked but promises us, "The...

As we look at patience, James provides us with a sense of space and depth! James offers a distinctive insight into the importance, reward, and blessings associated with patience. While he portrays the nature patience, he does so by referencing the Lord’s return, highlighting that He will reward the righteous and recompense the wicked. James presents a three-dimensional picture of patience, providi...

What is the cry of the heart that not only acutely and piercingly feels their transgression and sin…but just as acutely and clearly know the forgiveness and hope that permeates the believer who swims in the unsearchable depths of God’s forgiveness. 

Often in a trial we can either feel paralysed and not know what to do, or jump straight into action in ways we learned in the flesh. James 1:19-27 begins a focus on what we must do in trials that we might call 3D Christianity: Faith in action. 

God proves His love for us in Christ’s death, and that while we were still enemies! As a result, we bask in the hope of future salvation. God’s wrath will be averted! His selfless love inspires us to trust Him. If Christ has died for us, how much more so can we trust Him to act for us? We have received the priceless gift of a reconciled relationship—this treasure is the boast of our joy.

The apostle Paul’s prayer for the Ephesians in Ephesians 3:14-21 is a heartfelt pastoral plea on behalf of believers that also helps shape our own desires and prayers.

In this sermon on Acts 13:26-41 we learn how the gospel is to be preached with an emphasis on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 

Ezekiel 14:1-11 recounts an encounter between the prophet Ezekiel and some elders of Israel who come to inquire of the Lord. However, God reveals that these elders have set up idols in their hearts and placed sinful stumbling blocks before themselves. Because of this hypocrisy, God declares that He will not answer them as they expect. Instead, He warns that anyone who turns to idols will be judged...

In Colossians 3:12-13, the Apostle Paul lists three characteristics of every believer’s new identity in Christ: chosen, holy, and beloved. Once we realize the true identity of our “new self,” we are ready to put off the “old self” and, by God’s grace, become more and more who we truly are in Him.

In this sermon on Luke 2:1-20 we will consider the humble birth of the King of kings, Jesus Christ and how we must respond to Jesus in humility.

Many people know “the Christmas story” about a baby born in a manger. Yet, to know the story's true meaning, we must know who the One in the manger really is. In the opening of his gospel, John makes the truth stunningly clear: the baby who came from the womb of a virgin is none other than the Son of God from all eternity.

What should Christians do with the desire to sin in their lives.

From John 13:1-17, we see five actions of Jesus that help to reveal our Savior’s character and remind us of our calling to humbly serve one another.

Many are troubled by the distressing news stories coming from all around the globe. The world today seems to be spiraling out of control, and we are tempted to ask, “Why can’t things go back to the way they were?” However, God’s Word tells us that such a question “does not come from wisdom.” In this sermon, we will explore the seven deadly stages of this kind of “foolish nostalgia.”