Rosefield Baptist Church

This morning (and for the next couple of weeks) we took a break from our walk through the book of Ephesians. This morning in conjunction with the honoring of Mothers along with Mother's Day we focused on Proverbs 31:10-31. We noted many points from the text as the ideal/idealized woman/wife from Proverbs 31 is described as being proficient in numerous area.   We pray that you enjoy and benefi...

Ephesians is a book that highlights one of the most important distinctions in all of the Bible and breaks neatly into 2 distinct portions. In the first portion, chapters 1-3 discuss the first key distinction. This division has been described as the "indicative/imperative" or the "belief/behavior" distinction. Our text for this week was found within the imperative/behavior porti...

Ephesians is a book that highlights one of the most important distinctions in all of the Bible and breaks neatly into 2 distinct portions. In the first portion, chapters 1-3 discuss the first key distinction. This division has been described as the "indicative/imperative" or the "belief/behavior" distinction. Our text for this week was found within the imperative/behavior porti...

While Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkable chapter that might overshadow chapter 3, chapter 3 contains key insights and functions to skillfully transition between the beautiful indicative insights from chapters 1-2 and the  practical wisdom for living from chapters 4-6. Our text for this week was Ephesians 3:14-21.  We noted three main points from the text: Be purposeful in prayer; Be single-minded...

While Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkable chapter that might overshadow chapter 3, chapter 3 contains key insights and functions to skillfully transition between the beautiful indicative insights from chapters 1-2 and the  practical wisdom for living from chapters 4-6. Our text for this week was Ephesians 3:8-13.  We noted three main points from the text:  Gospel is the message, church is the medi...

While Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkable chapter that might overshadow chapter 3, chapter 3 contains key insights and functions to skillfully transition between the beautiful indicative insights from chapters 1-2 and the  practical wisdom for living from chapters 4-6.  We noted two main points from the text:  Trust God's Word more than your eyes and Enjoy the unveiling of Jesus and His work....

Isaiah chapter 53 is a chapter that has long been recognized as central to the heart of the Bible and a prediction of the death, burial,  and resurrection of Jesus. Numerous New Testament passages and authors confirm the Christological nature of this key text.  We noted three main points from the text: Foretelling the Atonement of Jesus; Foretelling the Resurrection of Jesus; and Forthtelling the...

Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkably important chapter! While especially known for Eph. 2:8-9 and the emphasis on salvation in Christ by grace through faith, this chapter delivers beauty around every turn! This morning's sermon was focused on Ephesians 2:19-22.  We noted two main points from the text: Contemplate our wretchedness apart from Christ; Comprehend our wonderful position in Christ!...

Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkably important chapter! While especially known for Eph. 2:8-9 and the emphasis on salvation in Christ by grace through faith, this chapter delivers beauty around every turn! This morning's sermon was focused on Ephesians 2:11-18.  We noted two main points from the text: Reminder of personal identity apart from Christ; Proclamation of Jesus' achievement!  We...

Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkably important chapter! While especially known for Eph. 2:8-9 and the emphasis on salvation in Christ by grace through faith, this chapter delivers beauty around every turn! This morning's sermon was focused on Ephesians 2:8-10.  We noted two main points from the text: Marvel at God's Salvation and March in Good works!  We pray that you enjoy and benefit fr...

Ephesians chapter 2 is a remarkably important chapter! While especially known for Eph. 2:8-9 and the emphasis on salvation in Christ by grace through faith, this chapter delivers beauty around every turn! This morning's sermon was focused on Ephesians 2:1-7.  We noted several points from the text: grieve over fallen humanity; glory in God's character; and greet salvation with joy!  We pr...

Ephesians chapter 1 is amazing in the theological beauty that it contains and highlights. Truly, dozens upon dozens of sermons could be preached from this single chapter! This morning's sermon was focused on Ephesians 1:20-23. This message was delivered by one of our church members--Judd Roark.  We noted several points from the text: including that worship is not mindless! This is a text high...

Ephesians chapter 1 is amazing in the theological beauty that it contains and highlights. This morning's sermon was on a set of verses that are somewhat distinct from the preceding verses from Ephesians 1 .  In these verses, the Apostle Paul gives thanks to God for the vitality of the Christians living in Ephesus after he heard of their spiritual growth in the years since he was in Ephesus.  ...

Divine Election--two words that can send chills up the spine of many preachers! This morning's sermon was on a special set of verses in Ephesians 1--looking at verses 11-14.  Verses 3-14 represent some of the most beautiful verses in the New Testament! These verses also represent deep Christian reflection on what God in Christ has done for us in salvation! We noted 2 points from Ephesians 1:7...

This morning's sermon was on a special set of verses in Ephesians 1--looking at verses 7-10.  Verses 3-14 represent some of the most beautiful verses in the New Testament! These verses also represent deep Christian reflection on what God in Christ has done for us in salvation! We noted 3 points from Ephesians 1:7-10: Location of Redemption; Nature of Redemption; Plan of Redemption .  We pray...

This morning's sermon was the  first sermon directly in the text of the book of  Ephesians.  Verses 3-14 represent some of the most beautiful verses in the New Testament! These verses also represent deep Christian reflection on what God in Christ has done for us in salvation! We noted 2 points from Ephesians 1:3-6: Recognize the blessedness of God ; Reflect on God's purpose in our salvat...

This morning's sermon was the  first sermon directly in the text of the book of  Ephesians. Sorry-- but, there were a couple issues with the microphone during the middle of the sermon. We noted 3 points from Ephesians 1:1-2: Spread the message with available means ; submit to godly authority ; and see the true identity of Christians . We pray that you enjoy and benefit from this look at God&a...

This morning's sermon was the official first sermon in our look at the book of Ephesians. In order to prepare ourselves for the background to the key NT book of Ephesians, we looked at a portion of the Apostle Paul's stay in Ephesus. Our primary text was Acts 19:21-46. Here we noted three things: faithfulness to Jesus is the goal; anger at Christians can be the result; and  fellowship am...

This sermon was a stand alone sermon (not part of a larger series) designed to build our church up spiritually and orient us spiritually for the new year. We looked at Ephesians 5:15-21 and focused on v. 16.  We noted 3 things of the text during the sermon: Christian living is reactionary; Christians are living in enemy territory; and Christian living should be purposeful. We pray that you enjoy a...

For our 2023 Christmas sermon series, I perused the relevant nativity passages in both the Gospel of Matthew and Luke. While reading these wonderful passages, four titles used of/for Jesus seemed intriguing. During these four weeks prior to the celebration of Jesus' incarnation/birthday on December 25, we looked at each of these four (Immanuel, King of the Jews, Savior, Prince of Peace) title...

For our 2023 Christmas sermon series, I perused the relevant nativity passages in both the Gospel of Matthew and Luke. While reading these wonderful passages, four titles used of/for Jesus seemed intruiging. During these four weeks prior to the celebration of Jesus' incarnation/birthday on December 25, we will be looking at each of these four (Immanuel, King of the Jews, Savior, Prince of Pea...

We have been looking at the life of King David. Our text for November 5, 2023 was 1 Kings 1:11-40. This first chapter of 1/2 Chronicles tells of the beginning of the passing of King David from this life.  This text surprises the reader to see the king of Israel while reminded of his earthly glory and vigor struggling to maintain his body temperature.    During the sermon this week, we noted 3 poin...

For our 2023 Christmas sermon series, I perused the relevant nativity passages in both the Gospel of Matthew and Luke. While reading these wonderful passages, four titles used of/for Jesus seemed intruiging. During these four weeks prior to the celebration of Jesus' incarnation/birthday on December 25, we will be looking at each of these four (Immanuel, King of the Jews, Savior, Prince of Pea...

We have been looking at the life of King David and here conclude our look after more than 50 sermons! Our text for November 19, 2023 was Revelation 5:1-10.  This text  provides the reader with a vision of the LORD Jesus who is and was the promised Davidic King!    During the sermon this week, we noted 3 points from the text: Feel the problem (v.1-4), Focus on God's King (v. 5-8); and then our...

We have been looking at the life of King David. Our text for October 29, 2023 was 2 Samuel 24:1-25. This final chapter of 1/2 Samuel tells of a census and curse during  King David's time reigning over Israel.  This text describes a beautiful and important set of verses that I believe constitute a massively important and overlooked canonical text. This text takes the reader back to Genesis/Exo...