Sermons from Seven Mile Road Church in Waltham

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 13. Here Jesus gives the foundational command for the Christian life - love as Christ has loved you. In this passage, we see an example of such love as Jesus humbly washes the feet of his disciples. Such love is contrasted by Judas who leaves to betray Jesus. Will we be defined by the sacrificial love of Christ that serves others and holds out the gospel...

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 12:37-50. How could people who witnessed so many miracles of Jesus still reject him? In this passage, Jesus quotes the Old Testament prophet Isaiah to show that this unbelief is a part of God's sovereign plan in the gospel. Yet even here, Jesus holds out the hope of eternal life for all who believe in him.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks John 12:20-36. In this passage, Jesus anticipates his impending death on the cross, now just days away. His teaching shows us how the cross secures eternal life, glorifies the Father, and defeats the enemy. The cross is the greatest demonstration of God's love for sinners.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 11:45 - 12:19. As Jesus' public ministry begins to come to an end, we see a number of different responses to his work and teaching. Some are excited about Jesus, but only in a seemingly external way without true commitment. Others are vehemently opposed to Jesus and seek to destroy him. Some value him above all else and believe in him. As we walk thru the...

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at John 11:44. Jesus intentionally delays instead of helping or healing his sick friend, Lazarus so that he may display his glory and strengthen the faith of his friends. In the face of sorrow and death Jesus declares himself to be the resurrection and the life. Death is the last enemy and Jesus will soon deal the final blow.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 10:1-42. In this passage, we read of two more "I am" statements of Jesus. "I am the good shepherd" and "I am the door." Jesus uses imagery that is central to the heritage of Israel to show that he is the promised Messiah; the shepherd-leader of God's people. Just as sheep return to their shepherd through the door of the sheep-fold, those who believe in Je...

In this teaching, Pastor Kevin looks at Philippians 4:14-20. Paul brings his letter to a close by continuing to reflect on contentment with God's provision. In these verses he shows us how contentment gives way to generosity. The Philippians were generous with their resources for the sake of the gospel because they gained the unimaginable treasure of Jesus Christ.

In this teaching, Pastor Clint looks at Philippians 4:10-13. How can we be content in a world that constantly tells us we need more? In this passage, Paul shows us that true contentment is not dependent upon our circumstances. With our eyes fixed on Christ, we can learn to be content in both abundance and in need because the source of true contentment is unshakeable - Jesus Christ.

In this teaching, Pastor Kevin look at Philippians 4:1-9. As Paul begins wrapping up his letter to the Philippian church, he exhorts him to pursue gospel-peace in every area of life: relationships, spirituality, and in their thinking. What if our lives were marked by this supernatural and holistic peace that can't be thwarted by anything?

In this teaching, Pastor Clint looks at Philippians 3:12-21. Here, Paul reflects on our citizenship in heaven. One day, we who believe will have complete knowledge of God and full righteousness in heaven. In light of the gospel, we should press on to obtain the reward of future glory. A vision of our eternal destination makes all the difference for how we live our lives today.

In this teaching, Pastor Kevin looks at Philippians 3:1-11. Paul speaks firmly and passionately against a false gospel that threatens the church. To add to the gospel is to distort it and lose it altogether. So what is true saving faith? It is forsaking all self-sufficiency and knowing the surpassing worth of Christ in the free grace of the gospel.

In this teaching, Pastor Clint looks at Philippians 2:12-30. Paul doesn't pretend that living a humble life of obedience is easy. The Christian life is one of holy effort and obedience. Paul continues to show us what this life looks like in practice, while also encouraging us that such obedience comes from the work of Christ in us. We work out what Christ has worked in us.

In this teaching, Pastor Kevin looks at Philippians 2:1-11. In this passage, we're exhorted to walk in humility as followers of Christ. But how do we who are so prone to self-exaltation consider others more significant than ourselves? Paul shows us that the power to live humbly is found in Christ who is first our savior then our example. In Christ, we see the great paradox of the Christian life --...

In this teaching, Pastor Clint looks at Philippians 1:19-30. Paul again repeats the theme of rejoicing in any circumstance, even the possibility of death for the sake of the Gospel. He is so confident in God that he is willing to live for Christ or to die and be with Christ. Such confidence should mark our lives as well. Like Paul, we who are citizens of heaven are to live in a manner that is wort...

In this teaching, Pastor Kevin looks at Philippians 1:12-18. Paul reminds the church in Philippi that the Gospel is progressing in unique ways even in the midst of his imprisonment. Suffering is not a hindrance to God's mission -- it's a providential means by which he advances the gospel through his people. Are we living on mission in the midst of our present crisis? One of the greatest ways we ca...

In this teaching, Pastor Clint looks at Philippians 1:1-11. As Paul begins his letter he prays for his partners in ministry to experience gratitude, confidence, and fruitfulness despite trial and suffering.

In this teaching, Pastor Kevin walks through Psalm 46 to find refuge in God alone. We are well aware that these are unstable times. The world as we know it is giving way. In all of this, our good and sovereign God invites us to find safety in him. When we trust in our sovereign God not only find the strength to endure trials, but also find gladness in the midst of them. "The Lord of hosts is with...

In this stand-alone teaching, Pastor Clint walks through 1 Peter 1:3-9 on the topic of suffering. Listen and be challenged to consider the reality, the results, and the relief from suffering as we are graced by various trials.

Believe and Live || I Was Blind Now I See In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 9:1-41. John 9:1-41. A man born blind receives miraculous healing from Jesus. His blindness was not a result of any particular sin, but a part of God's plan to display the power and grace of Christ. Instead of glorifying God for this work, the religious leaders continue to oppose Jesus and ridicule the healed man....

Believe and Live || The Truth Will Set You Free In this sermon, Pastor Jeremy preaches on John 8:31-59. In this passage, we see that Jesus alone can give us the true freedom we need because he alone possesses the truth that frees us. Jesus shows us that such freedom doesn't come to us by any earthly heritage, but by faith in Christ, the great "I Am". Only the gospel sets us free, and if the Son se...

Believe and Live || The Light of the World In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at John 8:12-30. Jesus gives his second, “I am” statement - “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” As the religious leaders continue to question his identity and authority, Jesus shows us that we have good reason to believe His testimony. As we embrac...

Believe and Live || Rivers of Living Water In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 7:1-52. As Jesus continues to teach about the grace of God offered in the Gospel we see numerous different responses. His own brothers don’t believe him. Some are curious while others are confused. The simmering hatred of the religious leaders continues to grow, while Nicodemus seems to be growing in his understa...

Believe and Live || The Gospel of Grace In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at the end of John 6. Jesus continues his Bread of Life discourse, hearing and answering objections from the crowds. Jesus reveals how the Father sovereignly works to bring his people to Jesus and keep them until the last day while the Spirit gives life to the flesh. Salvation is a work of God from start to finish. Only tho...

Believe and Live || The Bread of Life In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at John 6:22-40. In this passage, Jesus speaks directly to the crowds who were awed by his many signs, including the feeding of the 5,000. As Jesus teaches, he directly confronts selfish motives and points his hearers to the proper response to his work: belief. To believe in Jesus is to receive the bread of life and have our...

Believe and Live || The Provision of Jesus In this sermon, Pastor Kevin looks at John 6:1-21. Jesus performs two more miraculous signs; the feeding of the 5,000 and walking on water in the storm. As he continues to minister to others it seems that they still don't comprehend who he is. Jesus didn't come to merely bring provision and power; he is the provision and power of God.