Lakewood Baptist of NY Sermons

In Proverbs 9, we're presented with a powerful choice between wisdom and folly, portrayed as two contrasting women inviting us to their houses. Lady Wisdom offers a sophisticated feast of insight and understanding, while Woman Folly tempts with cheap thrills that lead to death. This vivid imagery challenges us to carefully consider our daily decisions and the paths we choose. The chapter emphasize...

In Proverbs 8, we encounter a powerful exploration of wisdom's role in our lives and the universe. This chapter personifies wisdom as a woman calling out to all of humanity, emphasizing its accessibility and importance. We're reminded that wisdom isn't hidden but openly available to everyone, from the simple to the learned. The passage draws our attention to the intrinsic connection between wisdom...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 6:20-7:27, we delve into the destructive nature of sexual sin and God's wisdom to combat it. The passage vividly illustrates how sexual temptation operates, finding us in vulnerable positions, providing seemingly reasonable justifications, and focusing our attention on immediate gratification rather than long-term consequences. We're reminded that sexual si...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 6:1-19, we're challenged to confront three self-destructive behaviors that can derail our spiritual journey: vain debts, dwindling discipline, and aggressive discord. The passage warns us against cosigning loans carelessly, succumbing to laziness, and sowing division among believers. As we delve into these teachings, we're reminded of the ant's diligence an...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 5, we delve into the timeless tension between structure and freedom, particularly in the realm of sexuality. The passage reveals that God's design for our flourishing involves both form and freedom, with sex as a gift that intensifies our romantic joy within the bounds of marriage. We're challenged to look closely at the deceptive nature of sexual temptatio...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 4, we're reminded of the transformative power of wisdom in our lives. The passage paints a vivid picture of a father imparting wisdom to his son, echoing how our Heavenly Father guides us. We're challenged to not just hear God's instructions, but to obey them, follow godly examples, and ultimately admire the beauty of His ways. This journey of spiritual gro...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 3:13-35, we're challenged to reassess what we truly value in life. The passage emphasizes that wisdom - personified in Jesus Christ - should be our ultimate pursuit. We're reminded that the profit from wisdom far exceeds material wealth, bringing us long life, honor, and peace. Interestingly, wisdom isn't just valuable to us; it's what God used to create an...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 3:9-12, we're challenged to honor God with our wealth and to embrace His discipline. The passage reminds us that our possessions are not truly ours, but gifts from God to be used for His glory. By giving our 'first fruits' - the best of what we have - we demonstrate our trust in God's provision. This act of faith often leads to unexpected blessings, not jus...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 1:20-33, we encounter Lady Wisdom crying out in the streets, urging us to heed her call before it's too late. This passage reminds us that wisdom isn't just an optional upgrade for our lives - it's essential for both our earthly journey and eternal destiny. We're challenged to consider: are we actively seeking God's wisdom in every area of our lives, or are...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 1:8-19, we're invited to reflect on the beauty of wisdom and the dangers of sin. The passage paints a vivid picture of wisdom as a crown and necklace, adorning us with grace and attractiveness in both God's eyes and the world's. This imagery reminds us that true wisdom, rooted in God's teachings, makes us spiritually beautiful and victorious. We're challeng...

In this powerful exploration of Proverbs 1:1-7, we delve into the foundations of true wisdom. The passage reveals that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge - a profound truth that challenges our modern, self-centered worldviews. We're invited to embrace humility and awe before God as the gateway to deep character and straight thinking. This wisdom isn't just about accumulating facts,...

In this exploration of the Book of Proverbs, we're invited to discover the profound wisdom God offers for our daily lives. The introduction to Proverbs 1:1-7 sets the stage for understanding wisdom not just as knowledge, but as a skill for living in harmony with God's creation. We learn that wisdom isn't about walking a fine line between sin and righteousness, but about maximizing goodness and bea...

In this powerful exploration of Romans 6:15-23, we delve into the profound concept of spiritual slavery and true freedom. The passage challenges our understanding of liberty, revealing that everyone serves something - either sin or righteousness. As believers, we're called to embrace our new identity as 'slaves to righteousness,' a paradoxical freedom that leads to sanctification and life. The ser...

In this powerful exploration of Romans 6:1-14, we're challenged to confront the reality of sin's dominion in our lives and embrace the transformative power of God's grace. The central message reminds us that as believers, we've died to sin and been raised with Christ to new life. But what does this mean for our daily walk? We're called to actively 'reckon' ourselves dead to sin and alive in Christ...

In this powerful exploration of Romans 6, we dive deep into the transformative power of our union with Christ. The central message revolves around our baptism into Christ's death and resurrection, symbolizing a profound spiritual reality. As believers, we are called to 'reckon' ourselves dead to sin and alive to God - a mental shift that precedes heart transformation. This isn't just theological j...

In this powerful message, we explore the profound comparison between Adam and Jesus, delving into Romans 5:12-21. We discover how Jesus, as our new representative, offers us far more than Adam's sin took away. The key insight is that while Adam's disobedience brought sin and death to all humanity, Christ's obedience brings righteousness and life in abundance. We're challenged to see ourselves not...

As sin and death came to us through a representative, so also and much more, righteousness and life come to us through a representative. 

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 5:1-5.

Abraham’s story wasn’t given for his sake alone, but for ours as well.

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 4:1-8.

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 3:27-31.

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 3:21-26.

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 3:1-8.

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 2:12-29.

P. Nate shares a sermon from Romans 2:1-11.