"Jesus" Tagged Sermons
1 Timothy 3:14-16 – The Key To Godliness
In 1 Timothy 3:14-16, Paul names the “mystery of godliness” and shows it’s not our performance but a person: Jesus Christ, manifested, vindicated, proclaimed, believed, and glorified. The church, as the household of the living God, is called to hold up and guard this truth like a pillar and foundation. When Christ dwells in us, he produces the aroma of true godliness, and that inward reality then shapes how we live together. Behavior doesn’t make us godly. Godliness, Christ in…
Genesis 49 – The Final Words of Jacob (part 2)
In this second-to-last sermon through Genesis, we explore the powerful prophetic blessings Jacob gives to his sons, with a special focus on Judah. Through Judah’s prophecy in Genesis 49, we see four vivid images that point to Jesus: the Lion, the Scepter, the Colt and Vine, and the Wine and Blood. Each image reveals a different aspect of Christ’s character, including His victory, rule, abundance, and sacrifice. This passage calls us to trust in Jesus, live in His victory, and…
Genesis 42-44 – The Final Exam
In this sermon on Genesis 42–44, we see Joseph testing his brothers through a series of “final exams” that ultimately reveal their repentance and transformation. The sermon highlights four specific tests: imprisonment, silver returned in their sacks, Benjamin’s favored treatment, and Benjamin being framed. The climax comes when Judah offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin, pointing us directly to Jesus Christ, the ultimate substitute who gave His life for guilty sinners. This is the first substitution in the Bible…
Genesis 37 – God At Work In The Dark
Genesis 37 kicks off the story of Joseph, a narrative filled with betrayal, hardship, and divine purpose. Though Joseph is betrayed by his own brothers, thrown into a pit, and sold into slavery, we see that God never abandons him. This chapter highlights a dysfunctional family, unjust suffering, and God’s sovereign hand working through it all. Joseph’s story also serves as a powerful foreshadowing of Jesus—loved by the Father, hated by his own, betrayed, and yet ultimately raised up to…
Genesis 28 – Jacob’s Ladder
We’ve returned to our Genesis series, diving into Genesis 28, where Jacob, fleeing from his brother Esau, has a significant dream about a ladder reaching to heaven. This vision isn’t just about Jacob—it’s a powerful symbol pointing to Jesus as the true connection between God and man. While the people of Babel tried to build their own way to heaven, Jacob’s dream reveals that God is the one who comes down to us. Jesus confirms this in John 1:51, saying…
Mark 4:25-41 – Jesus Calms The Storm
Guest speaker, Dwight Knight, looks at the story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:25-41. Dwight is Co-founder and Executive Director of Challenge Ministries International (CMI). He and his wife, Stephane, are in full-time ministry focusing on discipleship, teaching and counseling. Island Pond Baptist Church is an SBC church in Hampstead, NH, just seconds from Derry, NH. We also have many people at our church from surrounding cities such as Chester, Sandown, Danville, Kingston, Fremont, Plaistow, Atkinson, Derry, Londonderry,…
Genesis 17 – A Heavenly Rebrand
In this sermon on Genesis 17, we examine how God reaffirms His covenant with Abraham, giving him a new name, identity, and purpose. This “heavenly rebrand” signifies deeper intimacy with God, a promise to be a blessing to others, and the assurance of a heavenly homeland. Pastor Kyle highlights the transition from circumcision as the old covenant sign to baptism as the new covenant sign, symbolizing spiritual transformation in Christ. Christians are encouraged to embrace their new identity in Jesus…
Genesis 12-14 – Uh-Oh, Hmmm, Yee-Haw, and Oh My!
In Genesis 12-14, Abram goes through a range of experiences, both good and bad. We see an “uh-oh” moment, some adventurous “yee-haw” moments, and an amazing experience with a priest and king (“oh my”!). In this sermon, Pastor Kyle looks at what we can learn from these experiences and talks about how Christ can be seen in this passage. Melchizedek is greater than Abram and Israel’s priests. Sermon Clip The message notes for the sermon can be downloaded by…
Genesis 6-7 – Judgment Day
Earlier this week, I was on Facebook, and I came across a picture that said, “Not a cell phone in sight. Just people living in the moment.” And apparently, this has become a popular catch-phrase when posting about the “good ole days” before there were cell phones.
Genesis 4-5 – God’s Promises Always Triumph
In Genesis 4-5, we see the fall of mankind into sinfulness and decay. Just one generation after walking with God, the first person commits murder. After the murder, Cain and his family grow in their depravity. As this is taking place, Adam and Eve were likely wondering if God’s promise of a savior would ever happen. But just when it seemed like nothing would happen, God steps in and sends them a new son, Seth. What we need to always…
Genesis 3 – How To Ruin Your Life
In Genesis 3, Adam and Eve are deceived by the serpent and eat the fruit that God told them not to eat. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle shows how Adam and Eve got the point of disobeying and what God did to save them. How are you currently ruining your life? Sermon Clip The message notes for the sermon can be downloaded by clicking on the “save” button. Island Pond Baptist Church is an SBC church in Hampstead, NH,…
Genesis 2 – The First Marriage
Genesis 2 focuses on day 6 of creation, which includes the creation of man and woman. Pastor Kyle shows how this very first marriage reveals some principles on marriage and then how it points to Jesus Christ. Your marriage is a picture of Christ and the church to the world. Sermon Clip The message notes for the sermon can be downloaded by clicking on the “save” button. Island Pond Baptist Church is an SBC church in Hampstead, NH, just…