Calvary Baptist Church Tilton, IL

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasized that Jesus is the Eternal Son of God, the Creator, and the One who possesses eternal life. Drawing from John 1:1-3 and 14, the sermon highlighted that Jesus existed before creation, is unchanging, and is both transcendent and immanent—actively involved in the world while distinct from it. #JesusIsGod #EternalLife #Creator #Transcendent #Immanuel #Unchanging

Pastor Dan's sermon, titled "Who is Jesus?" from John 1:1-3, emphasized that Jesus is both the Son of God and the Creator of all things. He highlighted that Jesus was present at creation, is God’s ultimate revelation of Himself, and that through Jesus, all things were made. The sermon concluded with the assurance that Jesus, as the Creator, will make all things new, including transfo...

Pastor Dan's sermon, based on Exodus 20:12-17, emphasizes the importance of respecting parents, life, marriage, personal property, truth, and the possessions of others. He explains how these commandments reflect God's desire for a righteous society and urges Christians to live according to these truths by teaching them to others, especially within their families, and praying for revival. #...

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasized the importance of setting apart one day each week for rest and worship, drawing from Exodus 20:8-11. He explained that while the Sabbath was originally a day of rest and worship for Israel, for the Church, this principle is now observed on the Lord’s Day, Sunday, as a time to be refreshed in body and spirit. He challenged the congregation to consider what distrac...

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasized that God alone has the power to rescue us from the bondage of sin, calling us to worship Him exclusively as commanded in Scripture. He warned against idolatry and the misuse of God's name, urging us to revere God in all we do. #WorshipGod #NoOtherGods #HonorHisName #Exodus20 #TruthSetsYouFree

Serve with joy and gratitude, reflecting the love of Christ in all you do. Whether in the church or community, every act of service is an opportunity to share the hope and glory of Christ within us. #ServeWithJoy #ChristInUs #colossians1

Brother Isaiah's sermon, titled "Christ Confidence," emphasized the importance of maintaining unshakable confidence in God, especially in the face of trials. Drawing from Daniel 3 and Psalm 27:1, he discussed how true confidence is rooted in God and not in circumstances, and how it must persist even when tested by fear, isolation, resistance, or the fire of life's challenges. #ChristConfidence #Fa...

Pastor Rob's sermon, titled "Growing in the Knowledge of God," emphasizes the importance of deepening one's understanding of God through personal devotions, prayer, and participation in small groups to live a life that is fully pleasing to the Lord, bearing fruit in every good work. #SpiritualGrowth #KnowledgeOfGod #Colossians1 #ChristianLiving #DevotionAndDiscipline

Brother Isaiah Tidwell's sermon focuses on the dangers of pride, using biblical examples to illustrate how pride prevents spiritual growth and authentic relationships with God, and emphasizes the importance of humility for receiving God's grace. #Pride #Humility #Grace #SpiritualGrowth #BiblicalTeaching #ChristianLife #FaithJourney #Authenticity

Pastor Rob's sermon emphasizes that true worship is centered on the supremacy of Christ, highlighting His role as the image of the invisible God, Creator and Sustainer of all things, and Head of the Church, urging believers to focus their worship on Him and inviting non-believers to accept Him as their Savior. #SupremacyOfChrist #Worship #Colossians1 #JesusIsLord #Faith #Christianlife

We are honored to welcome Dr. Keith Sherlin of Christicommunity to Calvary, where he presents "The Goodness of God in Our Country." Dr. Sherlin presents the rich Judeo-Christian heritage that shapes our nation and highlight its profound influence on the founding documents of the United States. #GoodnessOfGod #JudeoChristianHeritage #AmericanHistory #FaithAndNation #CalvaryCommunity #Chri...

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasizes that true Christian living is defined by a continual commitment to love others, fulfilling the moral obligations of the Ten Commandments through compassionate and righteous actions. #ChristianLove #BiblicalEthics #TenCommandments #GraceThroughFaith #CompassionateLiving

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and avoiding false teachings that can lead believers away from the truth of God's Word, urging Christians to remain vigilant and uphold sound doctrine. #FalseTeachers #SoundDoctrine #1Timothy4 #ChristianLeadership #FaithAndTruth

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasized that living wisely and righteously according to God's standards results in His blessings and being a blessing to others, contrasting godly wisdom with worldly and demonic wisdom. #GodlyWisdom #LiveRighteously #BlessingsFromGod #James3 #ChristianLiving #BiblicalWisdom

Pastor Dan's sermon, based on 1 Timothy 2:8-15, emphasized that God designed men and women with distinct roles to glorify Him. Men are called to lead in prayer and exemplify godliness, while women are encouraged to adorn themselves modestly and focus on good works, reflecting their godliness. The sermon further clarified that these roles do not imply inferiority but are rooted in God's cre...

Pastor Dan's sermon "How's Your Vision?" emphasizes the importance of seeing people as God sees them, recognizing their potential for transformation through Jesus Christ, and challenges believers to engage in evangelism and discipleship by taking redemptive risks. #VisionForTheLost #RedemptiveRisk #SeeingAsGodSees #Evangelism #Discipleship #PotentialInChrist #John4 #SermonSummary

Pastor Dan's sermon emphasized the importance of praying for all people, particularly those in positions of authority, to foster a peaceful and godly society. He stressed that God's desire is for all to be saved through Jesus Christ, who is the sole mediator between God and humanity. Additionally, Pastor Dan encouraged praying for opportunities to share the gospel, aligning with Paul's...

Pastor Dan's sermon focused on identifying the vital signs of a healthy church by contrasting them with unhealthy practices. He emphasized the importance of faithfulness, adaptability, and prayer in maintaining church vitality, using examples from Revelation 3:1-6 and practical anecdotes to illustrate the consequences of clinging to tradition over mission. Pastor Dan also highlighted the need...

Pastor Dan's sermon, "Jesus Can Redeem Anyone," emphasizes that Jesus is the merciful Savior who redeems even the most notorious sinners, as highlighted in 1 Timothy 1:12-17. He underscores that Jesus came into the world to save sinners by paying the price for our redemption on the cross and that His redemption of sinners demonstrates His glory and perfect patience, encouraging belie...

Pastor Rob's sermon, based on 1 John 2:1-6, emphasizes three key aspects of Jesus Christ's role in a believer's life. He explains that Christ is our advocate, always interceding on our behalf when we sin; He is our propitiation, whose perfect sacrifice reconciles us to God; and He is our assurance, with true faith in Him leading to a life marked by obedience. This obedience is not a me...

Pastor Rob's sermon, titled "Deacons: Men Called to Serve by God’s Grace," focuses on 1 Timothy 3:8-13. He emphasizes the vital role deacons play in the church, highlighting their need for integrity, self-control, and faithful family management. Pastor Rob encourages all believers to strive for these virtues, aligning their actions with their faith to strengthen their witness and imp...

Pastor Dan's sermon, based on 1 Timothy 3:1-7, emphasizes the essential characteristics and responsibilities of a pastor. He highlights that the desire to serve as an overseer is noble, and true evidence of a pastor's calling is seen through their character, ability to teach, and leadership in their home. Additionally, the transformation by the Holy Spirit should be evident to both the chu...

Pastor Dan's sermon on "The Doctrine of God’s Grace" emphasized the importance of teaching the gospel, which drives the mission and spiritual growth of believers. He highlighted that focusing on the grace of God helps avoid vain discussions and promotes love, pure heart, and sincere faith. Additionally, the sermon stressed the role of the Old Testament law in pointing us toward God&#...

Pastor Dan's sermon on "Finding Purpose" emphasizes the importance of discipleship, likening the relationship between Paul and Timothy to that of a father and son. Discipleship not only involves learning through hearing and observing but also produces trusted leaders and sets an example of sacrificial service to God. Ultimately, discipleship is about teaching others to live a Christi...

Brother Henry Vosburgh's sermon, "To Be Found Faithful" (1 Corinthians 4:1-2), emphasized the importance of faithfulness in ministry through recognizing our commission and our Lord, accepting both objective and subjective responsibilities, and being prepared for the day of reckoning. He underscored that true faithfulness is evaluated by God and highlighted the need for integrity and...