LBC Sermon Archive

The church is the only organization tasked with carrying the message of salvation to a lost world, yet we often lack the urgency needed for this mission. Jesus' parable of the great supper in Luke 14 shows us that when people reject the gospel invitation, we shouldn't give up but become more aggressive in reaching others. Too many Christians approach evangelism timidly, asking rather than...

Ephesians 4 marks a crucial shift from understanding what God has done for us to how we should respond. Walking worthy of our calling means our daily conduct should balance the weight of our Christian identity. Unity in the church is protected through four essential character traits: humility, meekness, patience, and forbearing in love. This unity is grounded in seven foundational truths including...

Pilate's fear intensified when the Jews declared Jesus was the Son of God, leading to one of history's most dramatic courtroom scenes. Despite knowing Jesus was innocent, Pilate chose political security over truth when threatened with losing Caesar's favor. Jesus remained silent, fulfilling prophecy, because Pilate had already rejected the truth presented to him. This pivotal moment re...

Understanding who God is forms the foundation of everything we believe about life, truth, and purpose. God is eternal, meaning He has always existed and always will exist - He had no beginning and will have no end. As the great I AM, God never learns anything new, never changes, and has always known you personally. God is also the Creator who made everything from nothing, speaking all of existence...

When we reach the end of our own strength and abilities, we discover a profound truth: God is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think. Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3 teaches us to approach God with reverence, seeking strength for our inner man through the Holy Spirit. Christ desires to dwell permanently in every area of our hearts, not just visit as a guest. We are called...

In John 19, we witness more than a Roman trial - we see the courtroom of eternity where divine authority confronts political power. Pilate, despite his earthly authority, trembles before Jesus, who remains sovereignly in control even while bound. When Pilate asks about Jesus' origin, Christ's silence reveals a crucial principle: light rejected limits further light. Jesus reminds Pilate tha...

The Apostle Paul, writing from prison, reveals how God makes His purpose known to believers through three primary methods. First, God reveals His purpose through His Word, which unveils grace, provides complete revelation, and produces understanding when we actively engage with Scripture. Second, God uses preaching that operates through the Spirit's power, demonstrates humility, and brings ill...

In John 19:6-8, religious leaders who should have recognized Jesus as the Messiah instead demanded His crucifixion, fulfilling ancient prophecies about the builders rejecting the cornerstone. When Pilate presented the beaten Jesus to the crowd, their response was not compassion but violent rage, demonstrating that righteousness will never be in the majority on earth. The collision of corrupt motiv...

Unity is never neutral - it always has an object we're being asked to rally around. The world calls for unity around tolerance, love, and peace, but these are conditional and temporary. True unity can only be built on Jesus Christ. In Ephesians 2:11-22, Paul shows how Christ broke down the wall of division between Jews and Gentiles through His blood. Before Christ, we were strangers without ho...

This sermon examines John 19:2-5, focusing on the coronation and humiliation of Jesus Christ following His scourging. The pastor emphasizes that the crown of thorns was not hastily placed but carefully 'plaited' or woven by soldiers who took time to craft this instrument of mockery. The thorns, connected to the curse in Genesis 3:18, symbolically represent Christ bearing our curse. While t...

Ephesians 2:1-10 reveals the complete transformation that occurs in salvation. Before Christ, we were spiritually dead, living under the influence of Satan and driven by our corrupt nature. We were children of wrath by nature, completely unable to save ourselves. But God, rich in mercy and great in love, interrupted our hopeless condition. He made us alive together with Christ, raised us up, and s...

John 19 reveals the brutal reality of Christ's scourging before His crucifixion. Pilate, trying to appease the crowd while maintaining his conscience, ordered Jesus to be beaten hoping it would satisfy their bloodlust. The scourging involved leather whips embedded with spikes and bone that tore flesh from victims, often killing them before crucifixion. This wasn't mere discipline but viole...

Paul's letter to the Ephesians begins with a powerful reminder of our identity in Christ. Written to believers in a wealthy but spiritually lost city, this letter reveals that Christians are chosen, adopted, and secure in God's family. God's purpose in choosing us isn't favoritism but holiness - He didn't choose us because we're holy, but so we would become holy. Through sp...

Throughout history, believers have faced opposition for their faith, yet what makes biblical heroes remarkable is their unwavering faithfulness with God by their side. Daniel continued praying despite laws against it, ultimately influencing King Darius to honor God. Stephen boldly preached truth even as it cost him his life, seeing Jesus standing for him in his final moments. Shadrach, Meshach, an...

Deuteronomy 3 reveals how God enabled Israel to defeat Og king of Bashan, a giant with fortified cities, demonstrating that God always finishes what He starts. Unlike humans who often abandon projects midway, God completes His work in our lives. When facing new battles, we can proceed without fear, knowing God has already determined the victory. Our victories are God's doing, not our own stren...

The local church is a divine institution established by God Himself, not a human invention. Founded by Christ as stated in Matthew 16:18, the church serves as both the foundation and support for truth in a relativistic world. It provides essential spiritual growth through leaders who equip believers for ministry and service. Christians need consistent, accountable connections to a church body to t...

Jesus prepared His disciples for His death and resurrection by explaining that their sorrow would be temporary and would transform into joy. Using the analogy of childbirth, He taught that pain often precedes the greatest blessings. While we may not understand God's plan in difficult seasons, we're called to trust Him rather than complain. True joy differs from happiness—it's rooted in...

Why Reach The Deaf? | Given by John Barr

Following Jesus | Given by Allen Snare

Winchester Bible Fellowship Deaf Emphasis | John Barr

Life transitions often bring grief that can cloud our spiritual vision, as Jesus' disciples experienced when facing His departure. Rather than being consumed by sorrow, we should ask what God is doing through our circumstances. Jesus promised the Holy Spirit as our Comforter, who convicts us of sin, reveals true righteousness, and warns of judgment. The Spirit guides believers progressively in...

Truth is non-negotiable for Christians, but it must always be delivered with love and kindness. Like a songbook wrapped in a pillow, truth remains solid but becomes receivable when delivered gently. Jesus perfectly modeled this balance, being 'full of grace and truth.' When we speak harshly or self-righteously, people cannot hear the message. Instead, we must check our hearts, use gentle w...

God's boundaries in our lives aren't restrictions but divine guidance toward our true purpose. In Deuteronomy 2, Israel was instructed to bypass certain territories because they weren't part of God's plan for them. This teaches us that not every good opportunity is meant for us, and settling for what's available might prevent us from experiencing God's best. We must honor G...

People often reject Christianity because they prefer darkness to light, as explained in John 3:19-21. When God's Word acts as a mirror revealing truth about ourselves, some people resist rather than change. Those who practice evil hate the light because it exposes their deeds, while those who live by truth willingly come to the light. As Christians, we should continue shining despite rejection, av...

God's message to Israel in Deuteronomy 2 - 'You have circled this mountain long enough. Turn northward' - speaks powerfully to our own spiritual stagnation. After 40 years of wilderness wandering, God's mercy broke through, offering Israel a new direction despite their past disobedience. This same grace extends to us when we find ourselves stuck in patterns of fear, regret, sin, or...