Olivet Baptist Church

The ascension of Jesus into heaven matters for our hope, and it matters for our uniqueness in the midst of our unity. And that uniqueness is good news because it is how we are matured to look more like Jesus. Pastor Kevin Craft

Presbyterians have a long history influencing governments in Scotland and in the United States, but for different reasons. In this section, we also think about infant baptism vs believers baptism. Pastor Kevin Craft

Guest Preacher Caleb Twachtman

What should be a part of a worship service? The regulative principle and the normative principle are different ways that different churches and denominations think through that question. Pastor Kevin Craft

As Christians, we have infinite things in common with each other, and that overrides all the differences that we have. Pastor Kevin Craft

In this study, we look at some of the distinct practices and beliefs of Church of Christ, and focus in on the doctrine of baptism. Pastor Kevin Craft

As the book of Ephesians transitions to focus on how Christians live, it starts by commanding us to be a certain type of person. Pastor Kevin Craft

In this part of the study, we look at some history of Methodism as well how they doctrinally address total depravity. Pastor Kevin Craft

It is a good thing that God is able to do more than we ask or think, and it is another reason to be amazed and to worship God. Pastor Kevin Craft

In week 3 of our study on denominations, we look at some of the beliefs and origins that make Free Will Baptists, Missionary / Landmark Baptists, and Independent Fundamental Baptists unique. Pastor Kevin Craft

Filled with the fullness of God. That's what we want. That's what Paul prays for. And in this passage we also get some insight into how that filling happens in our lives. Pastor Kevin Craft

This is part 2 in thinking about Baptist Denominations.

In Christianity, we get to experience glory. And these verses talk about two aspects of that glory: boldness and access. Pastor Kevin Craft

How did we get Baptists in America? This traces the history of how Baptists ended up in America, but also looks at the doctrine of inerrancy and sufficiency of the Bible as key in Baptist origins. Pastor Kevin Craft

What is God's plan for everything? How does the church fit into that plan? This passage in Ephesians gives answers to those questions. Pastor Kevin Craft

Before Paul continues to talk about the temple of God, he wants to remind us that this isn't a message that he is making up. This comes directly from God. Pastor Kevin Craft

This Psalm tells us to not fret. And it tells us why and how to not fret. Guest Preacher Brother David Dishong

The Bible ends with God dwelling among His people. We hope for that day. But as Christians, we also get to experience the presence of God right now since He makes us His temple. Pastor Kevin Craft

how do the disciples of Jesus understand the OT?

When we look around and see divisions between people, or when we look inside and see brokenness, is there any hope that things can change? This passage reminds us that Jesus brings us near to God and brings peace. Pastor Kevin Craft

How did Jesus understand the OT? It was more than just knowing the words, and knowing theological truths - He knew how it all connected. Pastor Kevin Craft

God presents a picture of fatherhood that is good and worth aspiring to because it is a reflection of how He is a father to us. Pastor Kevin Craft

We are created for good works. But before we do a work, God does a work in us. And God's work sets us up for a life of pleasing Him. Pastor Kevin Craft

Martin Lloyd Jones described these verses as some of the most important in the Bible. It's because these verses describe how we are saved and why we are saved. Pastor Kevin Craft

The Proverbs are more than advice on what to do, they describe a posture of life that is pleasing to the Lord - a way of wisdom that Jesus embodied. Pastor Kevin Craft