First Baptist Cleveland

Darkness can prevail only in the complete absence of The Light. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains John's writings in the Bible that detail how to walk confidently in the Light of God and tips for surrounding yourself in Light in a seemingly dark world.

Sin is not simply misbehavior- it is unbelief. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains Biblical truths from the Gospel of John that detail the nature of sin, righteousness, and present time judgement.

What harm is there in loving secular culture? What is the follower of Jesus' role on Earth? Rev. Allan Lockerman explains three key verses from I John that present God's intention for Christians in world focused on the self.

Rev. Allan Lockerman explains Paul's letter to the Corinthians and how it describes the story of Jesus' crucifixion as a message of God's power. Bro. Allan explains how Christians should see the Gospel as significantly more powerful than many do.

In Psalms 73, God reveals truths about the nature of the righteous and the unrighteous. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains how Christians can use these truths to evaluate their trust and faith in the Lord.

The Spirit of God never stops working and God's abundant love never fails, but when the struggles of life come or the time of death arrives is there reason to fear? Rev. Allan Lockerman explains the type of support God promises in the Scripture.

There is a harvest waiting to be gathered. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains how the Bible commonly uses the term 'harvest' and the role God's people, the Church, play in His plan.

What is eternity going to be like? Is eternity a conscious or unconscious existence? Rev. Allan Lockerman explains what the Bible says about life beyond death and what to expect when the time comes.

This life is not a dress rehearsal– it is the only time spent on earth. In this follow-up message to Countdown to Eternity, Rev. Allan Lockerman further explains the ways God is looking for His people to fully utilize the life He has given.

Today's world is very different than the world of the previous generation. God's plans and purposes for the church, however, are the same as they always have been. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains some of what God has placed on his heart the past few weeks.

There is a finite amount of time given to man to live on Earth, and God expects Christ followers to use this limited time to glorify Him. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains why "time is of the essence" and how we should utilize our time wisely.

Being a Jesus follower includes continuing effort to be like Christ. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains the Bible's description of Jesus' life and details some things to emulate that help Christ-like behavior stand apart from the surrounding culture.

The Bible is very clear. God's strength is sufficient for all who accept it. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains what God's strength provides, how it works in day-to-day life, and why you desperately need it.

Detailed in the first book of the Holy Bible, God created man in the very image of Himself. Rev. Allan Lockerman shares verses from throughout the Bible that explain what this important design decision means for our morality, mortality, and spirituality.

For those who ever have felt that they are unimportant, the Bible paints a very clear picture: you matter to God. He made you for His kingdom, and your entire life is in His hands. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains why you can be confident that you matter.

In this second recent message about the importance of worship, Rev. Allan Lockerman explains how real worship is exuberant, reverent, and obedient, and how Jesus describes cheerful giving as a natural part of coming to worship.

Every action has consequences. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains how small, seemingly innocent decisions can snowball into real life difficulties later.

Christians are instructed in the Bible to share their faith around the world. Rev. Allan Lockerman discusses how parent's can share their own faith with their children in a way that is consistent and genuine- making parent's faith a child's habit.

During Jesus' time with His disciples, He taught them to be aware of the "harvest" around them. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains how Christians have opportunities to share Christ's love all around them within their own sphere of influence.

Something is missing from the life of a Christian who doesn't truly worship. It is a critical component that completes the Christian and compels those who don't believe. Rev. Allan Lockerman explains how Jesus described worship and what that means for us.

The "good news" presented in the Bible is offered to everyone, but what is it about the news that makes it so good? Rev. Allan Lockerman shares the story of the woman at the well from the Gospel of John and the qualities of the "Good News" it details.

After Jesus' resurrection, He continued to provide His followers with instructions on how they were to continue His ministry. Rev. Jim Gibson discusses some key verses from the book of John and explains ideas Christians should take action on.

On Palm Sunday, Rev. Allan Lockerman shares a small piece of the story of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and explains what His death on a cross reveals about the nature and love of Christ.

In the final message of the Loving Church series, Rev. Allan Lockerman shows how the Apostle Paul emphasized the role of the church as the functioning Body of Christ the reality of sin and sinners within it.

Sin is costly. Sin is consequential, but God's grace will cleanse. Rev. Allan Lockerman looks at some common excuses to sin heard in the modern church and explains their faults while simultaneously detailing God's grace solution.