Oakwood Baptist Church | Lexington, SC

In today’s sermon, Pastor Dale unpacks the birth of our Savior from Matthew and Luke, showing Jesus’ deep humility as a helpless baby, the violent rejection of King Herod, and the steady obedience of Joseph and Mary. Herod’s pride stands in sharp contrast to their trust in God’s plan, reminding us that real faith holds on to God’s truth even when we can’t see the outcome. Pastor Dale calls believe...

In today's sermon, Pastor Dale unpacks Matthew 1:1. He proclaims Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of David, and the Son of Abraham; the promised King whose genealogy fulfills every Old Testament prophecy. Assuring believers that the plan of salvation has arrived just as God declared. Tracing the singular line that ends all lines beginning with the seed of the woman crushing the serpent's head. It con...

In today message, Pastor Dale unpacks John 4’s encounter at Jacob’s well, revealing a Savior who deliberately crosses every human barrier—racial hatred, social shame, and personal failure—to offer a weary, outcast Samaritan woman the gift of living water that springs up to eternal life. With tender yet unflinching love, Jesus sees her fully, names her sin without condemnation, and declares Himself...

In this sermon, Pastor Dale looks at John 3:22–36 and John the Baptist’s humble words: “He must increase, I must decrease.” He shows how this attitude of surrender points us to Christ. Connecting Matthew 16’s call to deny ourselves with Revelation 19’s vision of the Lamb’s marriage supper, Pastor Dale elevates Jesus as the true Bridegroom whose glory is greater than human pride and whose grace giv...

In this sermon, Pastor Dale unpacks Jesus' profound dialogue with Nicodemus in John 3:9-21, weaving in Old Testament echoes like the bronze serpent in Numbers 21 and Isaiah's prophecies of redemption to vividly illustrate sin's devastating separation from God and the divine cost of salvation through Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. He simplifies complex doctrines into an urgent gospel truth—...

In this sermon, Pastor Dale explores the transformative dialogue in John 3 between Jesus and Nicodemus. Drawing on key verses about spiritual rebirth and cross-references like Ezekiel's cleansing waters and John 4's living water to emphasize that true entry into God's kingdom requires a personal encounter with Christ, not mere knowledge. He portrays Nicodemus as a model seeker rather t...

In this sermon on John 2:12-25, Pastor Dale vividly unpacks Jesus' cleansing of the temple as a fiery rebuke against turning God's house into a marketplace of exploitation, weaving in Old Testament prophecies like Psalm 69:9 and Deuteronomy 27 to underscore God's demand for holiness and justice toward the vulnerable—echoing the audience's need to guard against worldly distractions in worship and m...

In this sermon, Pastor Dale unpacks John 2's account of Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana, where He transforms water into wine, emphasizing its profound impossibility as a divine act that only God could perform instantaneously without ingredients or time for fermentation. He highlights how the miracle unfolds publicly before witnesses—the servants who fill the jars, the headwaiter who ta...

In this episode, missionary Alex Tandon shares a heartfelt video update on his family's ministry in South Africa, featuring inspiring testimonies from church members, students at Foundations Theological Institute, and young adults who highlight spiritual growth, biblical teaching, and community fellowship amid exponential church expansion. Drawing from Joshua 1, Alex preaches on navigating transit...

Today, Pastor Dale Reeves delivers a concise sermon on the Lord's Supper, structuring it around three key questions: Why (instituted by Jesus to remember his sacrifice and proclaim the gospel, as in Luke 22:19), What (a symbolic representation of Christ's body and blood under the new covenant, reconciling sinners to God through his willing atonement), and Who (believers only, approached worthily b...

Today, Pastor Dale Reeves dives into John 1:35-51, focusing on the transformative call to "come and see" Jesus, the Son of God, as exemplified by John the Baptist proclaiming, "Behold the Lamb of God," and disciples like Andrew and Philip eagerly sharing the Messiah’s arrival with others. Through vivid reflections on biblical moments—like the angels announcing the Savior to shepherds, the wise men...

In this episode, we explore a sermon from John 1:19-34, diving into John the Baptist's testimony as he identifies himself as the voice in the wilderness, preparing the way for Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the world's sin, confirmed by the Spirit's descent. We'll discuss knowing your identity through faith, John’s role as the final prophet heralding the Messiah, the significance of Jesus f...

In this episode, you’re invited to open John 1 and reflect on the powerful truth that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. You’ll see how John the Baptist was sent with a purpose, and how you, too, are called to be a witness who points others to the light of Christ. As you listen, you’ll be reminded that your salvation is secure in Jesus alone, and that God has given you a purpose: to live in...

Special Guest Speaker: Rev. Larry Scott In this Homecoming sermon, Rev. Larry Scott returns to Oakwood to deliver a compelling message on the difference between a relationship with God and fellowship with Him. His sermon highlights that a relationship with God is eternal, secured through salvation in Jesus Christ, and unchanging, granting believers peace and righteousness. Fellowship, however, is...

Blending biblical teaching with real-life testimonies, Pastor Dale Reeves shows how the Gospel of John points us to Jesus as the eternal Creator and Redeemer. He underscores the transformative power of believing in Jesus as the Messiah, urging you to respond to the gospel by accepting Christ, following in baptism, and actively living out their faith. In this sermon, you’ll hear how the Word became...

In this episode, Dr. Tim Phillips delivers a compelling sermon titled "Ambassadors for Christ," diving into 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 to unpack how believers, transformed by Christ’s love, embody a new nature, allegiance, motive, and purpose as His representatives, called to live selflessly and share the gospel boldly. Using the analogy of Princess Margaret from The Crown, he emphasizes that ambassado...

In this Missions Sunday episode, we dive into the inspiring stories from a recent mission trip to the Dominican Republic, shared by Ms. Sarah, Ms. Christie, Fred, Roslyn, and Jade. The team served in medical, dental, and eye clinics, evangelized one-on-one, and connected with locals through acts of love, like treating a Haitian baby’s fever and raising money so a Haitian woman could buy passports...

In this heartfelt sermon, our guest speaker, Dr. Tim Phillips, delves into the life-changing act of forgiveness, using Ephesians 4:31-32 and Matthew 18:21-35 to show how God's grace empowers Christians to release bitterness and extend mercy. Through the parable of the unforgiving servant and personal stories, he encourages believers to let go of past hurts, offering practical steps to process pain...

In this powerful sermon on John 11:1-37, Dr. Tim Phillips explores the story of Lazarus, emphasizing Jesus as the source of hope amidst grief, doubt, and death. Through Martha and Mary’s experience, we learn that Jesus, the resurrection and the life, offers unwavering hope, encouraging believers to trust Him in life’s darkest moments. Sermon Scripture Verses: John 11:1-37 Church Info: Oakwood Bapt...

Have you ever stopped to think about whether you're really giving God your best—or just what's left over? This message from Malachi calls us out, just like it did the Israelites, for offering half-hearted worship and devotion. But the good news is that God’s love never changes, and He’s always inviting us to turn back to Him with our whole hearts. Jesus showed us what it means to give our very bes...

Join us as we listen to Pastor Dale Reeves and welcome him as the new pastor of Oakwood Baptist Church! Sermon scripture verses: Acts 1 : 1-8John 16 : 7, 13-14Matthew 10 : 19-20Philippians 4 : 13Matthew 28 : 19-20John 17 : 20Isaiah 49 : 6Acts 16 : 15Philippians 1 : 7Philippians 4 : 15-16Matthew 6 : 9 Church Info: Oakwood Baptist Church Lexington - SC https://oakwoodbaptistchurch.com Pastor: Dale R...

Speaker: Ernie Hack Sermon scripture verses: Romans 12:1-8 Church Info: Oakwood Baptist Church Lexington - SC https://oakwoodbaptistchurch.com Speaker: Pastor Ernie Hack Subscribe to be notified of live services: facebook.com/oakwoodbaptistchurch youtube.com/@oakwoodbaptistchurchlexington

Speaker: Rev. Al Kight Sermon scripture verses: Acts 17:16-33 Church Info: Oakwood Baptist Church Lexington - SC https://oakwoodbaptistchurch.com Subscribe to be notified of live services: facebook.com/oakwoodbaptistchurch youtube.com/@oakwoodbaptistchurchlexington

Special thank you to Dr. Phillips for his message today! Special Speaker: Dr. Tim Phillips Sermon scripture verses: 1 Peter 5:1-9 (ESV) Church Info: Oakwood Baptist Church Lexington - SC https://oakwoodbaptistchurch.com Subscribe to be notified of live services: facebook.com/oakwoodbaptistchurch youtube.com/@oakwoodbaptistchurchlexington

Happy July 4th! Sermon scripture verses: Hebrews 12 : 1 (NKJV)Ephesians 3 : 20 (NIV)I Thessalonians 5 : 24 (NIV)Matthew 6 : 22 (NIV)James 1 : 6-8 (NIV)Jeremiah 18 : 1-6 (NIV)Hebrews 11 : 6 (NIV)Mark 4 : 35 (NIV) Church Info: Oakwood Baptist Church Lexington - SC https://oakwoodbaptistchurch.com Interim Pastor: Dr. Ed Carney Subscribe to be notified of live services: facebook.com/oakwoodbaptistchur...