Sermons by Dr. Abidan Shah

In this sermon, we turn our attention to the Table of Nations. Throughout Scripture, it is clear that ancient nations and peoples knew about the God of the Bible. In time, however, these nations forgot or at times chose to forget. Where did this knowledge come from and how did it fade from their memory? What are the implications for our understanding of the Bible? The title of this message is “KNO...

We are facing disastrous times in our nation again, and even in the world. The only hope is the truth of God. Not just any truth, but the truth about salvation through Jesus Christ. More specifically, we need to hear about indispensable doctrines like “justification by faith alone.”

In this message, we will continue to study this passage where Paul is describing the great mystery of the connection between Christ and the church. Paul’s use of the words “flesh and bone” points to other passages of Scripture from both the Old and New Testaments. This language shows how God always keeps his promises at the right time and how the Bible is one, unbroken story. The title of this mes...

The world offers us a life of pleasures, riches, and security but without God. God makes us a better offer. It’s a life that may come with affliction and reproach, but it brings greater riches than anything that the world can ever offer. It’s a life that has encountered the invisible Christ.

Paul described the significance of communion throughout his letter, but especially in the book of Ephesians. Paul equates it with the body of Christ, but what does this mean for us? If we are to correctly observe communion, we need to rightly understand it. The title of this message is “FLESH AND BONES”. Do you understand communion and its significance for us as believers? What place does communio...

Integrity is who you are when only God is watching. It refuses to join the crowd and chooses to stand alone. It rejects immediate gratifications and waits for ultimate gains. It recognizes the power of sin and distrusts the power of self.

In this message, we will turn our attention to the blessing of parenting. We know what it means to be a parent, but what does it truly look like to parent in a way that points our children to Christ? This message applies to all of us whether you are parents or not. God has entrusted children to us to lead, guide, and help shape into the people he would have them to be. What greater calling is ther...

I want to begin a very special series focusing on the blessing of family. One of the most profound gifts of God mentioned in Scripture is that of a family. After Noah and his family came out of the ark, God commanded them to go forth and repopulate the earth. Engaging in building and nurturing our families is an act of obedience to God. The title of this message is “BLESSED.” How has God blessed y...

In this message, we are setting our sights on the ice age. Science describes it to us, but how should we think about the ice age in light of Scripture? We learned last weekend that the Bible does in fact talk about the ice age, but how can we accurately see this event through the lens of our faith? The title of this message is “KEEPING COOL PART 2”. ~~~~ CONNECT: https://clearviewbc.org/contact DO...

In this message, we will be looking at the concept of the ice age. People often raise this as a question of biblical validity, saying that the Bible doesn’t speak about the ice age at all. Not only does the Bible talk about the ice age, but it gives us the proper framework for understanding history in light of the biblical account. The title of this message is “KEEPING COOL”. Do you believe that t...

Over the past few messages, we have been examining what the true Christian life looks like. Many times, people have an idea of what it takes to be obedient to God. In his kindness, God helps us reorder and shift our priorities so that we begin to prioritize the things that truly matter to him. My prayer is that these messages will continue to help you do that. Focus on God and let the distractions...

One of the greatest blessings of having a church family is connection. Connection is vital to the life of the believer. God has not called us to a life of isolation but to a posture of community and belonging. This provides a place of safety, peace, and hope for those who are hurting or in need. In Joshua’s day, God commanded the Israelites to establish places where people could go who were in tro...

I’m preaching a message from the book of Philippians. Walking around in Philippi last week, I was reminded of Paul’s words to the Philippians, telling them that the things he previously pursued were no longer of value to him. They paled in comparison to a relationship with Christ. Paul’s words helped the Philippians and countless others throughout history to think rightly about life, Christ, and o...

In this service, I want to focus on our mind, specifically our thoughts. In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, he spent a great deal of time talking about the mind and how to bring thoughts under control. Our minds often threaten to run away from us. What would it take to glorify God and focus on him with our very thoughts? The title of this message is titled “REASONING”. How is your thought life?...

Throughout Scripture, we are met with examples of men and women who continued in faithful service in the face of adversity, one of the most notable examples being Paul in his journeys. With our ministry expo this weekend, we have the opportunity to display the same obedience in our lives. The title of this message is “DEVOTED”. Are you facing a difficult season in life? Do you actively serve the L...

In this message, we will be diving into the subject of prayer. We will learn some common misconceptions about prayer and take a look at what the Bible says our prayer lives ought to look like. Prayer is a vital part of our spiritual health and if neglected, can produce some harsh consequences. The title of this message is “INTERCEDE.” How is your prayer life? Do you struggle to have consistent tim...

This weekend, we are celebrating communion together. This is a family meal, reminding us of what Christ has done and who we are in him. The churches in Revelation missed this principle. Communion unifies us and refocuses us on the truth of the gospel. We cannot afford to misunderstand or misrepresent the Lord’s Supper and risk going the way of those seven churches. The title of this weekend’s mess...

In this sermon, we are examining the seventh and final church in the book of Revelation: Laodicea. Of all the churches, this one is the most well-known, likely because of the language used. The church is called “lukewarm” and Jesus says he will vomit them out of his mouth. What does it mean to be lukewarm and what is the message for us today? The title of this message is “CHURCH-AUTOPSY: NAUSEOUS....

In this sermon, we are examining the sixth church in the book of Revelation: Philadelphia. The church was doing many things well but was locked in fear and failed to take opportunities that God presented them. Fear can blind us to God’s plan and prevent us from stepping out in obedience. That was true for the church in Philadelphia; is it true for you as well? The title of this message is “CHURCH-...

In this message, we are studying the fourth church listed in Revelation: Thyatira. Thyatira was a serving and loving church, but they tolerated sinful influence. Sometimes it is easier to quietly obey God than to call out and denounce sin. Yet, is this how God has called us to live? We ought to love what God loves and hate what he hates. This message is titled “CHURCH-AUTOPSY: BEDRIDDEN.” Are you...

In this message, we are studying the fourth church listed in Revelation: Thyatira. Thyatira was a serving and loving church, but they tolerated sinful influence. Sometimes it is easier to quietly obey God than to call out and denounce sin. Yet, is this how God has called us to live? We ought to love what God loves and hate what he hates. This message is titled “CHURCH-AUTOPSY: BEDRIDDEN.” Are you...

The call to be a disciple is not some special or exclusive class of Christianity. It is the normal Christian life. The reason many believers are missing the mark is because we have decided what is essential and what is optional when it comes to following Christ. There are no such categories in the gospel.

If we truly understand its biblical foundation and the work of the founding fathers, we will understand, appreciate, preserve, and protect it. I want to preach a special message on the inspiration behind America: the Lycian League. The Lycian League was the first known republic in the world, where the people were governed by elected officials. This concept was not revived again until the foundatio...

God the Father prunes and cultivates us in order that we may bear more fruit. He also removes the dead branches that appear to be connected to the vine but are not. To reject Christ is to be severed from him forever. On the contrary, to receive Christ is to be sealed unto him forever with abundant fruits.

Bad theology can mutilate the church body. The church in Pergamum on the surface was holding up against persecution and false teaching. However, twisted and harmful teachings had begun to creep into the church and twist the doctrine. Wrong doctrine is harmful to every area of our lives because it corrupts and distorts what we believe about God. Refusal to stop false doctrine is to incur the wrath...