Sermons (audio) - Derwood Bible Church

‘Letters to Lampstands’ - Series message 3 Text: Revelation 2:12-17 Jesus commended the church in Pergamum for holding fast to Him while enduring persecution in a hostile city, filled with temples to Greek gods and to Ceasar. He called some in their midst to repent of holding to false teaching, while promising those who overcame hidden manna and a white stone with a new name. We will examine how w...

‘Letters to Lampstands’ - Series message 2 Text: Revelation 2:8-13 Smyrna was a spiritually rich church despite enduring suffering and poverty. Jesus warned them of the upcoming persecution and imprisonment they would suffer for the gospel. They were promised the crown of life and protection from the second death as they overcame the trials headed their way. 6 28 26 Faithful in Suffering Coli...

New Sermon Series : “Letters to Lampstands: Christ’s Call to His Churches” Series message 1 Text: Revelation 2:1-7 Do you find yourself often irritated with others or with your circumstances? Are you a complainer more than a pray-er or praise giver? The Ephesians showed perseverance and good works, but their service and fellowship was cold and mechanical. Their doctrine was sound but they had...

James series message 18 Text: James 5:13-20 James closes his letter with tender specifics to promote spiritual healing and vitality.  6 14 26 The Power of Prayer and Restoration Colin Seager

James series message 17 Text: James 5:7-12 In our passage, James urges the saints to be patient as they wait for the Lord's return, using both the farmer and prophets as examples to encourage us to steadfastness in our Christian lives. We are told to establish our hearts and not grumble against one another.  6 7 26 Establish Your Hearts Colin Seager

James series message 16 Text: James 5:1-6 Continuing his treatment of businessmen who leave no room for God in their planning, James warns the rich against hoarding their wealth and exploiting the poor.  5 31 26 The Rich Put on Notice Colin Seager

James series message 15 Text: James 4:13-17 James warns against boasting about future plans without considering God's will. Life is truly like a mist or fog - here for a little while before vanishing. Living by the "eternal perspective" is such a blessing for believers, but we also need to avoid the trap of presuming upon tomorrow. We are reminded that if we know the right thing to do but don't do...

James series message 14 Text: James 4:1-12 James warns against quarrels and worldliness, as conflict comes from selfish desires. We are called to submit to the Lord and draw near to Him, resisting our adversary. James urges repentance and humility, God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble (and grace is what we need!).  5 17 26 Humble Hearts, Heavenly Grace Colin Seager

James series message 13 Text: James 3:13-18  We continue our consideration of heavenly versus earthly wisdom, a divide that runs all through Scripture. We see God's wisdom displayed in redemption, but what does it look like for us to grow in wisdom and walk it? We will make application to Mother's Day as we unpack the meekness of godly wisdom in believers.  5 10 26 Wisdom From Above...

James series message 12 Text: James 3:13-18 Our passage contrasts worldly wisdom with godly wisdom, showing the fruit of those who pursue righteousness and who are peacemakers.  5 3 26 Wisdom from Above Colin Seager

James series message 11 Text: James 3:5-6 We've just examined James' treatment on the tongue, the vast potential for harm and also for good. Sometimes people's words pervade our thinking even to the point of governing our subconscious thoughts. How do we prevent harmful words from living ‘rent free’ in our minds? In this message, we will let God's Word speak to this important matter.  4 26 26...

James series message 10 Text: James 3:1-12 James continues his treatment of practical issues - the tongue is certainly high on the list! Taming the tongue is a mark of Christian maturity. Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. The goal is to move from our words being a mixed bag, to consistently blessing the Lord and building others up with the words we speak. 4 19 26 Small...

Text: Ephesians 1:15-23 We continue our theme from Easter Sunday and drill a little deeper on persuasion and passion regarding the resurrection of Jesus. I pray it is an encouragement and comfort for each of us as we ponder the great love the Lord has for us. 4 12 26 Resurrection Passion Pt. 2 Colin Seager

Text: Acts 20:24 Once a hater, Paul is now the spokesperson for the gospel as it spreads throughout the Gentile world. How he engages people is moving - with passion and persuasion. This is seen clearly in his interaction with the Ephesian elders. The well-attested historical fact of the resurrection of Jesus Christ drives us to be focused and passionate as we make disciples.  4 5 26 Res...

James series message 9 Text: James 2:18-26 We continue our consideration of James' treatment of faith and works. He again uses strong language to assert that faith without works is dead.  3 29 26 Even the Demons Believe Colin Seager

Text: Hebrews 4:16 We are told to boldly approach God's throne of grace, so we can find help in our time of need! 3 22 26 The Throne of Grace Sam Vasa

James series message 8 Text: James 2:14-17 Our faith is not merely a matter of intellect. It powerfully works itself out in our daily life. James gives examples of how our faith governs our actions.  3 15 26 Faith Without Works is Dead Colin Seager

James series message 7 Text: 1 Samuel 7:1-14 In 1 Samuel 7, we find the people of God in a state of disobedience, followed by repentance. In a difficult situation, and after Samuel's intercession, God intervenes once again in the history of Israel, delivering them from their enemies and making the intercessor declare that “Till now the Lord has helped us.” What are the stages of God’s in...

James series message 6 Text: James 2:8-13 We fulfill the royal law by loving our neighbor as ourselves; showing favoritism is sin and, when we break part of God’s law, we are accountable for all of it. We should speak and act as those who will be judged under the law of liberty; mercy triumphs over judgment. 3 1 26 Mercy Triumphs Over Judgement Colin Seager

James series message 5 Text: James 2:1-7 As those who have been adopted into God’s family, we have no room to show partiality to some and undermine the unity of God’s church. 2 22 26 Breaking the Church Mike Speer

James series message 4 Text: James 1:19-27 Being a doer of the Word, and not just a hearer, produces the wonderful fruit of holiness that also expresses itself in love for others. 2 15 26 Living the Word - Not Just Hearing It Colin Seager

James series message 3 Text: James 1:12-18 James gives a good word regarding steadfastness in trials and understanding the anatomy of temptation. 2 8 26 Enduring Trails and Resisting Temptation Colin Seager

James series message 2 Text: James 1: 5-11 God is good, and loves to impart wisdom; we should not be double-minded when receiving it. And, whether rich or poor, we should remember the fleeting nature of life and order our life priorities accordingly.  2 1 26 Wisdom for the Humble Heart Colin Seager

James series message 1 Text: James 1:1-4 In this message, we begin a new sermon series in James; a treatise, by a very important person, on practical Christian living. We'll introduce the overall themes in James' epistle, and focus on how to engage trials and testing in our lives.  1 24 26 Count It All Joy Colin Seager

Text: Ephesians 3:10 What is the church? It is the focal point of God's redemptive work on earth. Win this message, we lay out God's teaching on the significance and beauty of God's church at the beginning of this new year.  1 18 26 Irreplaceable Church Colin Seager