Sermons on Holidays (Page 2)
1 Corinthians 15:17-19 – The Resurrection
In this Easter 2022 message, Pastor Kyle talks about the importance of the resurrection of Jesus. He begins by talking about Paul’s passage in 1 Corinthians 15:17-19 where he explains what life would be like if there was no resurrection. Then in the second half of the sermon, Pastor Kyle gives three evidences for the resurrection and talks about what it means for us. You may not agree with the implications of the empty tomb but you are ignoring strong…
John 11 – The Resurrection And The Life
This is the Easter sermon from Island Pond Baptist Church! In John 11, Jesus delays helping his friend Lazarus. The disciples wonder about this, and Jesus says it is because he wants to teach them a lesson. What lesson is that? Pastor Kyle walks through the chapter and shows what is so important that Jesus let a friend die. It is something that we all must learn. Jesus wants them to know that HE is the resurrection and the life.…
Luke 2:8-20 – The Glory of the Lord
Three times in this short passage the word “glory” is mentioned. Why does this word come up so often? The answer to this question is why Christmas is so special. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle talks about what glory is and why it is so important. The answer has profound implications about how we should live our lives. Not only are we called to proclaim his glory, we are called to live out his glory in our lives! Sermon Clip…
John 20:19-20 – The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Easter
This is a terrible Easter! People are dying, a virus is spreading around, and people have to remain socially distant. But did you know that the disciples had a pretty terrible first Easter two-thousand years ago. But something dramatically changed that turned their Easter from terrible to amazing. We can learn from them as we go through our own challenges. The resurrection of Jesus changes everything! It proves he really is God. Sermon Clip Full Service MESSAGE Notes John 20:19-20…
Matthew 21:1-11 – Why Are You Cheering For Jesus?
On the original Palm Sunday many people were cheering for Jesus as he entered Jerusalem. But they were cheering for him because they were expecting him to be their earthly king. He came for something greater, but very different than being an earthly king. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle asks the question, “Why are you cheering for Jesus?” Are you cheering for him for the right reasons? Or have you confused him with someone that is here to serve your…
Psalm 98 – Joy To The World
How is it possible that someone with poor health could write about joy in the world? Isaac Watts struggled with health issues throughout much of his life, yet he is the one who wrote the words to this amazing carol, “Joy To The World.” In this sermon, Pastor Kyle explains how we can have joy in the midst of difficulties and how we are called to express joy. Jesus has done a marvelous thing, so let’s celebrate what he has…
Philippians 3:20-21 – O Come O Come Emmanuel
O Come, O Come Emmanuel is a Christmas carol that conveys a longing for Jesus Christ to return. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle examines the carol, along with Philippians 3:20-21, to show why we are longing for Christ and not someone else. Why we need Christ and not someone else! Have you ever thought, “There has got to be something better out there.” Well, you are correct. Do you know where to look? Christ is mightier than anything we will…
Luke 2:8-20 – Little Drummer Boy
The Little Drummer Boy is one of the most popular Christmas carols of our modern time. But in the midst of the simple words about a boy who has not gifts to offer the baby Jesus, there is a powerful message that all of us need to here. In this message, Pastor Kyle shows how the story of the drummer boy is closely tied to the story of the shepherds, and explains what we can learn from these two stories.…
Exodus 12:21-23 – What’s The Big Deal With Easter?
In this Easter Sunday sermon, Pastor Kyle answers the question, “What’s The Big Deal With Easter?” Why is Easter usually the most attended day at church? Why not Cinco De Mayo or Valentine’s Day? It all comes down to the significance of Easter, which Pastor Kyle explains by looking at the story of Passover in Exodus 12. Just as the blood of a lamb was required for the angel of death to “pass over” a house, the blood of Jesus…
Resource: What Should I Tell My Kids About Santa?
This is a special resource from Pastor Kyle to help parents think about what to tell their children about Santa. (Note: This is not a sermon.)
Isaiah 9:6 – Who Is Your Prince of Peace?
This is the final message in our series looking at the four names given to Jesus in Isaiah 9:6. In this message, Pastor Kyle looks at what it means for Jesus to be the Prince of Peace and the implications for those who follow him in the present. Jesus is our Prince of Peace! He has made a way for us to have peace with God. Will you turn to him today? Sermon Clip (The teaching sheet can be downloaded…
Romans 10:5-17 – Do You Have Beautiful Feet
In order to reach our community, we must be willing to put aside our customs, traditions, and comforts. Water down the Gospel? No! But we must be willing to throw all our churchy traditions aside to reach the lost. SERMON CLIP (The teaching sheet can be downloaded by clicking on the above “save” button)