Deep Springs Baptist Church Sermon Series

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, an inventory is in order. In today's message we look at the history of our nation and the Founding Fathers. We also discuss the present rebellion against God which has brought about His wrath of abandonment. Finally, we look at the future. What can we expect as a nation if things continue as they are? 

We continue studying Stephen's speech to the Sanhedrin. He has been accused of blaspheming God and Moses. In his defense, Stephen shows that it is the nation of Israel who has consistently rejected Moses and the Law.  Even from their infancy as a nation, they fashioned a golden calf while Moses was receiving the Law.  Eventually they graduated from the golden calf to worshipping the host of heaven...

In this message, Pastor Ross encouraged the congregation by reminding them of God's promises.  Dads (and all believers) can count on the "Promise of God's Presence", the "Promise of God's Precepts", the "Promise of God's Provision", and the "Promise of Prayer." Listen and be encouraged! 

Stephen's speech is the longest recorded sermon in the book of Acts.  As he stands before the Sanhedrin, he provides them with a history lesson. Beginning with Abraham and the patriarchs, he shows how God's activity was never limited to Israel or the Temple.  They also have a pattern of rejecting their deliverers the first time. The patriarchs were moved with envy and rejected Joseph.  Joseph is s...

An immediate crisis results in the Apostles needing some assistance. They appoint seven men to oversee the task of the daily food ministry to the saints.  One of those men is Stephen, who is also the first martyr of the church. What we soon discover, is this man's ministry is not limited to his office of "waiting tables." He is a man full of faith, power, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit.  He ministers...

As we recognized the high school and college graduates this year, our pastor gave a charge to them and to the rest of the congregation. Moses' life neatly divides into three forty-year segments. We are more familiar with the first forty years and the last forty. But in this message, we will look at the forty years Moses spent in Midian. It seemed like all hope was lost, but God was still on the mo...

At the conclusion of the Bread of Life sermon, some of Jesus' disciples are offended and decide no longer to follow Him.  This teaches us that not all followers (or "disciples") of Christ are true believers.  The Lord then looked at the Twelve and asked if they would abandon as well.  Peter gives a statement as spokesman for the group, but we soon learn he is not 100 percent accurate in his assess...

As Jesus continues the "Bread of Life" discourse, He resorts to the metaphorical language almost exclusively.  He has plainly told them that He is the Bread of Life and the way that Bread is appropriated is by coming to Him and believing on Him. Now, He will tell them they must eat His flesh and drink His blood to have eternal life. Clearly, He was not advocating cannibalism.  He was indicating, h...

The Lord reveals to the crowd that He "came down from Heaven." The Jews are convinced that they know His origin, and that He is merely the "son of Joseph." We who have read the Gospel know that He is the eternal Word that has come down from Heaven and was made flesh (John 1:14). This Word is the only begotten Son of the Father! In an ironic twist, the crowd murmurs just as their ancestors did conc...

After the feeding of the five thousand men, the crowds come seeking Jesus. He recognized they were not seeking for the right reasons. He took the opportunity to teach them the spiritual truths behind the miracle of the loaves and the fishes. Here, we find one of the seven great "I AM" passages in the gospel of John.  We are forced to deal with two seemingly contradictory truths...Divine sovereignt...

Paul instructs the Corinthians on the proper conduct and attitude when partaking of the Lord's Supper. They were coming together, but their meetings were producing more bad than good. The division taking place between the "haves" and the "have nots" was ruining their "love feasts." Paul goes on to say that we should all examine ourselves before coming to the Lord's table. Failure to do so, will in...

In contrast with our message about Judas, we take a look at Peter's denial of Christ. It is recorded in all four gospels.  Peter was filled with pride and presumption, and it led to his temporary demise. But Peter came back from his epic failure to lead the Apostles and the early church.  What made the difference for Peter? We will look at the reason for Peter's restoration in this message.  Hopef...

We take a look at the life of Judas as recorded in the Gospel records. Is he an example of a believer who lost his salvation? Could there be another explanation? We will explore this tragic figure and hope to learn from his example. What a shame that he was so close to Jesus, yet so far from salvation! This is a dire warning for all who look at religious activity as assurance of salvation. (NOTE:...

In today's message we will look at the six trials that Jesus endured, before going to the Cross. He would face three religious trials from the Jews (Annas, Caiaphas, the Sanhedrin). They would pronounce Him guilty without any evidence or a fair trial. The final three trials were by Pilate, Herod Antipas, and Pilate for the second time. Pilate boldly declared "I find no fault in Him." Jesus Christ...

Paul is forced to defend his integrity against the (so-called) "super apostles" that had corrupted the Corinthian church.  He warns against those who preach "another Jesus" and "another gospel." The same danger holds true today. Make sure you have believed in the Jesus of the Bible! Satan does not come showing his true colors. Instead, he masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising that...

Matthew records his conversion in his Gospel. A despised tax collector is the object of Christ's affection. Matthew responds immediately to His invitation.  He then hosts a feast for Jesus Christ and his fellow tax collectors. The Pharisees were outraged that the Master would eat with such outcasts. Christ reminded them that the spiritually sick are the ones who need the Great Physician. Our Lord...

In today's message we will look at several key passages that describe the love of God.  It is vitally important that we remain rooted and grounded in God's unfailing love!

In this message we take a look at the topics of abortion, biblical marriage, racism, human government, and the persecuted church.  Sanctity of life ultimately comes from being created in the image of God. We also look at the dangers of Neo-Marxism. 

The Apostle Paul writes to the Corinthians concerning giving. He has been collecting an offering for the poor saints in Jerusalem. The Corinthians had pledged to give to the offering. This stirred the Macedonians to participate in the offering as well.  Despite their extreme trials and poverty, they pleaded with Paul for the chance to participate in this ministry.  Paul does not appeal to any Old...

In today's message we look at the oldest Psalm in the Bible; Psalm 90.  We know it's the oldest because it was written by Moses. At the end of the wilderness wanderings, Moses prepares the new generation to enter the Land of Canaan.  Most of the Exodus generation passed away due to the sin at Kadesh-Barnea.  Joshua's generation needed to be reminded of God's covenant faithfulness and exhorted to "...

We look at God's instructions to Joshua prior to entering the Promised Land.  With the death of Moses, Joshua is now the leader of God's people. The LORD gives Joshua specific instructions on how to be successful. Those same principles will apply to us living in the year 2026.  Happy New Year and thank you for listening! 

When many people come to the genealogies in the Bible, they treat them like "flyover states" on an airplane.  They would rather skip to the "good stuff." But tucked away in these genealogical records are great theological truths. Such is the case with Matthew's opening to his Gospel.  There, you will find unlikely candidates of God's grace. That's good news for us because we need it too! 

Nearly 700 years before the birth of Christ, the prophet Isaiah was sent to King Ahaz. Ahaz was afraid because of the threat of rivals in Syria and the Northern Kingdom. God had promised King David that his house would endure and that the Messiah would sit on his throne (2 Sam 7:12-16). If Ahaz had believed this, his heart would not have been troubled. God offered Ahaz a sign, which he refused. In...

John's gospel is unique. He presents Jesus Christ as the eternal Son of God who created the universe. John records the seven "I AM" statements of Christ. The beginning of John's Gospel is very similar to the opening of the Bible in Genesis. He then goes on to say that the eternal Word became flesh and dwelt among us. He describes the glory of Jesus Christ and describes Him as being "full of grace...

This psalm of praise and thanksgiving calls on all the earth to make a joyful shout to the LORD. We are to serve gladly and come before Him with singing. He is worthy because He is our Creator and the Good Shepherd! We are to give thanks in all situations and not only for the many bountiful blessings we can see, but those that are unseen! The LORD is good! His mercy endures forever! His truth endu...