Campbell River Baptist Church

The world today throws truth at us in all directions, my truth, your truth, his truth, her truth, how do we know THE truth? In Chapter 4 of Galatians, Paul has been encouraging the church that in order to know truth, we first have to be in relationship with the Truth Giver. But what do we do when we are confronted with difficult truths? Do we put the walls up? Do we side step the issue? In our pas...

This Sunday, we are continuing our Gospel Partners sermon series in Galatians 3:26-4:7, and we are going to be talking about how we are all prone to having an identity crisis. Paul urges believers to wrestle with the question, “Who am I?” by emphasizing that through faith in Christ, we become sons and daughters of God. What does this mean for today and eternity? Does it make a difference in my lif...

Are God’s law and God’s grace opposites? To understand the roll of grace and law in the lives of Christians we must keep in mind that God is a loving Father. This Sunday we’ll look deeper into the Father heart of God.

This Sunday, we are continuing our Gospel Partners sermon series in Galatians, and we are going to be asking the question, “Do You Believe God?” In Galatians 3:1-9, Paul highlights the consequences of forgetting the foundational truths of the Gospel and prompts us to reflect on what happens when we forget. Our forgetfulness can lead to foolishness. Please pray for Pastor Steve and the team as they...

This week, as we continue in our new sermon series, “Gospel Partners,” we will explore Galatians 2:11-21. The scripture recounts an incident where the Apostle Paul confronted Peter for his inconsistent actions. The question arises: What is worth fighting for? What do we do when we see hypocrisy? How does the gospel fit into all of this? As we reflect, we will ponder whether inconsistent actions tr...

Throughout history, the Christian church has divided itself over many different issues, but we must remain united in the truth of the Gospel. In Galatians 2:1-10, Paul was furious that the Christian church was being led back into spiritual bondage by false brothers. These false brothers were preventing the gentile churches from experiencing and enjoying the freedom we have in Christ. Through his l...

This week, as we continue in our new sermon series, “Gospel Partners,” we will explore Galatians 1:10 -24, focusing on the remarkable story of Paul and his conversion. The scripture prompts us to delve into the transformative journey of Paul, highlighting the pivotal moment when he encountered the Gospel and experienced a profound change. With Paul’s conversion story as a backdrop, this text encou...

We are starting a new sermon series in Galatians called “Gospel Partners” this week. During the series, we will explore various questions pertaining to the gospel. For instance, what is the gospel? What happens when we distort or add on to the gospel? How do we stay focused on what Jesus did on the cross in our self-focused western culture? In Galatians 1:1-9, Paul writes to the Galatian church, w...

As we head into the new year, we often make plans and set goals. But we know that our intentions will be impacted by many things going on in the world around us. This passage from Zechariah reminds us that God’s intentions will never be interfered with by anything in the world. God’s Spirit is working for us and in us. We look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday!

God came to dwell with us in our brokenness, what does this mean? How do we find hope in the midst of all that is falling apart?

This Sunday, we continue with our sermon series called "Dwell" by considering the importance of the humanity of Jesus. His birth reveals an aspect of God’s character and plan that is either too ridiculous to be believed, or too amazing to be ignored. As we explore Isaiah 9:6-7, we see this passage describes his birth and future reign but is there something more it says about today?

Where do we find joy in a time of waiting? How do we find joy when things don’t go as planned? Can we actually experience joy in this life? This Sunday, we will explore the shepherds’ experience found in Luke 2:8-20 and discover that joy can be found in unexpected interruptions. How is your life being interrupted? What can we learn from the shepherd’s response? So, let us open our hearts to divine...

Jesus is inviting us to set our hearts and hopes on him—Jesus, who calls himself the Bread of Life, born in Bethlehem, the house of bread. Jesus, who came down from heaven and gives life to the world, because those who come to him will never hunger and never perish. This is good news and great joy! In the house of bread, the city of David, a Saviour was born to us. And he is Christ the Lord

Where do we find help in a time of waiting? This Sunday, we are starting a new Advent sermon series called “Dwell.” We will be reflecting on what it means that God is with us as we wait. In Romans 8:26-28, Apostle Paul reminds us that, in the midst of our anticipation for things to change, we are not left alone. As we wait for the promises of God to unfold, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us in our...

What are you inviting into your life? Are you seeking fulfillment in the pursuits and pleasures of this world? Or are you ready to experience the true power and purpose of God’s Kingdom? What has your attention? What is your appetite leading you to consume? In Luke 14:12-24, Jesus shares a parable about a great feast thrown by a religious leader. This story conveys a profound message about the kin...

In this strange parable of the Shrewd Manager we have the story of a man living in God's economy. Tucked in between two well known passages of Scripture is this gem in which Jesus challenges us to see our whole lives in light of God's Kingdom. To understand it properly, we need to look at what the Bible says about wealth and possessions.

Why do we turn our back on God? Is it self-discovery? Is it wanting control of our lives? Is it a combination of both? This week, we delve into the timeless parable of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15:11-32. This story resonates deeply as it portrays the profound human inclination to stray from God’s loving presence. What makes this story truly compelling is the way it exposes the sins of both sons....

In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus teaches us a profound lesson about salvation and what it means to be a neighbour. It begins by addressing the question posed to Jesus, “How do I know if I am saved?” In typical Jesus fashion, He answers this difficult question with another question: Are you moved to help those in need, even when it’s inconvenient or uncomfortable? Do you have compassion...

If you rented your home out to a tenant, would you expect a payment each month? What if you owned a business, would you want the profits each year? In Matthew 21:33-46, Jesus tells a story about a master who leases his vineyard to tenants who are tasked with maintaining the property. When harvest comes, the master’s servants come to collect the fruit, but instead of handing it over the tenants kil...

What is forgiveness? Are there times when you should not forgive someone? What does Jesus teach us about holding on to wrongdoings? In Matthew 18:21 -35, Peter asks Jesus how many times he should forgive his brother, suggesting seven times. Jesus responds with the staggering number of seventy-seven times. The parable tells of a servant who owed an immeasurable debt to his master. When he pleaded f...

This week we are hearing another story from Jesus, this time from Luke 11:5-13. It's a story about having a friend come to your door at midnight, pounding on the door for bread. Would we come down? When God uses the term 'justice' it has a very different meaning from the one we're used to. When we ask God for something we need to remember who he is and what he does. Would we give o...

What is your talent? How do you use your gifts for Jesus? In Matthew 25:14-30, Jesus tells a parable about a master who entrusts his servants with talents before going on a journey. To one, he gives five talents; to another, two; and to the third, one. The first two servants invest and double their talents, while the third buries his out of fear. When the master returns, he praises the first two b...

How does your heart respond to God’s Word? Are you actively listening to Jesus, or have you allowed the cares of this world, distractions, or sinful habits to harden your heart? This week, in the Parable of the Sower (Matt 13:1-24), Jesus tells us how there are four different responses to God’s Word. He tells us a story of how our natural inclinations will lead us to ruin. However, there is one re...

Psalm 100 is one of the most joyful psalms. It calls us to celebrate God and gives us various reasons why. The beauty of this psalm and the reason it has remained so popular is that the reasons given are very general. It's easy for anyone, anywhere to apply this celebration in a way that reflects their personal experience. Come out on Sunday and join us as we discover how to make psalm 100 our...

Can you lead a more satisfying life? Why do we find ourselves satisfied in one moment and dissatisfied in the next? Can we even be content in this life? As we dive into Psalm 63:1-8, King David’s earnest words illustrate the pursuit of genuine satisfaction. David’s soulful longing for God goes beyond material desires, stressing our inherent yearning for a deeper connection. By seeking God’s presen...