Bible Based Audio Sermons – Athens Bible Church

November 18 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:19 by Pastor William Hixson After being made alive he went and made proclamation to the imprisoned spirits Peter references Christ’s proclamation to the disobedient in Noah’s day The passage invites careful theological reflection on Christ’s victory over evil and the scope of his redemptive proclamation […]

November 11 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:18 by Pastor William Hixson Christ suffered once for sins the righteous for the unrighteous to bring us to God The verse centers substitutionary atonement and the reconciling purpose of Christ’s suffering The sermon explores theological depth of atonement and its pastoral implications for assurance and […]

August 19 2012 – Audio Sermon on Forgiveness by Pastor William Hixson A thematic sermon on forgiveness explores God’s mercy the call to forgive others and the practical challenges of reconciliation The message examines theological foundations of pardon, pastoral steps toward restoration, and the freedom that comes from releasing debtors It calls communities to practice […]

December 2 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:20–22 by Pastor William Hixson God waited patiently in the days of Noah while the ark was being prepared in which a few were saved through water and this corresponds to baptism The passage draws typological connections between Noah’s deliverance and Christian baptism and calls believers […]

November 25 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:17–22 by Pastor William Hixson Peter ties Christ’s suffering and resurrection to baptism which now saves you not as a removal of dirt but as an appeal to God for a good conscience The passage links historical events with sacramental meaning and calls believers to live […]

June 10 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:24–25 by Pastor William Hixson By his wounds you have been healed for you were straying like sheep but have now returned to the shepherd and overseer of your souls The passage combines atonement imagery with pastoral care and calls believers to ongoing dependence on Christ […]

June 3 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:24 by Pastor William Hixson Christ bore our sins in his body on the tree that we might die to sin and live to righteousness The verse centers substitutionary atonement and the ethical call to live righteously because of Christ’s sacrifice The sermon links doctrine and […]

May 20 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:19–20 by Pastor William Hixson It is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God The passage elevates patient endurance as a Christian virtue and calls believers to trust God amid unfair treatment The sermon encourages […]

May 6 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:18 by Pastor William Hixson Servants are instructed to accept the authority of their masters with all respect not only to the good and gentle but also to the unjust The verse addresses workplace ethics and the witness of submission under hardship The sermon explores dignity […]

April 29 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:15–17 by Pastor William Hixson Do good to silence foolish talk honor everyone love the brotherhood fear God honor the emperor The passage outlines practical virtues for public life and communal harmony and calls the church to exemplary conduct that commends the gospel It urges active […]

April 22 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:13–14 by Pastor William Hixson Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution whether to the emperor as supreme or to governors The passage teaches respectful civic conduct as part of Christian witness and calls believers to honor authorities while maintaining fidelity to God […]

October 28 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:15 Part 2 by Pastor William Hixson Continuing the theme of readiness Peter adds that the defense should be given with gentleness and respect The sermon develops practical skills for apologetic conversation including listening clear explanation and winsome demeanor It calls believers to combine truth with […]

March 25 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:11 by Pastor William Hixson Peter urges believers as sojourners and exiles to abstain from sinful desires that wage war against the soul The verse frames Christian conduct as countercultural and calls for self control and witness in a hostile environment It invites practical disciplines for […]

October 21 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:15 Part 1 by Pastor William Hixson Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you Peter begins instruction on apologetics urging readiness and clarity The sermon emphasizes preparation in doctrine prayerful humility […]

March 18 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:9–10 by Pastor William Hixson Believers are a chosen race a royal priesthood a holy nation called to proclaim God’s excellencies who called them out of darkness into marvelous light The passage defines corporate identity and mission and calls the church to live distinctively and to […]

October 14 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:14 by Pastor William Hixson Do not be afraid of their threats but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy The verse calls for reverent inner allegiance to Christ that sustains courage under threat The sermon explores the inner resources of faith that enable […]

March 11 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 2:6–8 by Pastor William Hixson Peter cites the stone the builders rejected as the cornerstone and warns that it is a stone of stumbling to those who disobey The passage contrasts acceptance and rejection of Christ and calls for wise response to the foundation offered by […]

October 7 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:13–17 by Pastor William Hixson Who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good Peter reassures believers about suffering for righteousness and calls them to honor Christ as Lord in their hearts while being ready to give a defense with gentleness […]

November 4 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:16–17 by Pastor William Hixson Keep a good conscience so that when you are slandered those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame The passage links moral integrity with effective witness and calls believers to live in ways that silence false […]

August 12 2012 – Audio Sermon on 1 Peter 3:9 by Pastor William Hixson Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling but on the contrary bless for to this you were called that you may obtain a blessing The verse teaches nonretaliation and blessing as the Christian response to hostility The sermon […]