Sermons on Spiritual Life

Sermons on Spiritual Life

Philippians 3:20-21 – Christmas Hope

Life is filled with hardship, physical decline, and emotional pain. It leaves us longing for something better. Drawing from Philippians 3:20-21, Pastor Kyle reminds Christians that their citizenship is in heaven, and while they face challenges now, they are waiting for Christ’s return, when he will transform broken bodies and make all things right. In the midst of hardships, there is hope through Jesus Christ. Sermon Clip   The message notes for the sermon can be downloaded by clicking on…

Psalm 98 – Christmas Joy

This sermon emphasizes joy in the face of difficulties, using Psalm 98 as the main text, which is the psalm that Isaac Watts based his hymn, “Joy To The World” off of. Pastor Kyle explains that true joy stems from understanding Jesus’ work—His salvation offered to all through His death and resurrection. Even thought we all have struggles in life, they don’t need to diminish the joy we can have when we keep the eternal perspective of salvation and heaven…

Psalm 119:25-32 – Are You In Need Of Revival?

Lay pastor Adam Houston, from Island Pond Baptist Church, shares from Psalm 119 on the importance of letting the word of God revive you. 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, Salem, and Haverhill. If you live in Southern New Hampshire, we would love for you to come and…

Genesis 16 – God Doesn’t Need Our Help

This sermon explores the story of Abram, Sarai, and Hagar in Genesis 16, emphasizing the consequences of trying to “help” God fulfill His promises through human means rather than trusting His plan. Sarai, unable to conceive, persuades Abram to have a child with her servant Hagar, leading to conflict and tension. Hagar flees but is met by an angel of the Lord, who prophesies about her son, Ishmael, and offers comfort to her. This passage parallels Jesus’ encounter with the…

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…

Psalm 139 – You Belong With Me

In Psalm 139, the psalmist talks about how we belong with God. He knows us, he is with us, and he made us wonderfully. Knowing this should direct our actions in life. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle talks about why it is so important that we belong with God and what we should do about it. Since we belong with God, we need to fiercely protect our intimacy with him. Sermon Clip   The message notes for the sermon can…

Psalm 84 – Home Sweet Home

In Psalm 84, the Sons of Korah give a similar sentiment, but about being near God. As ones how worked in the temple, they wanted to inspire others to come and be near God. In this sermon, Pastor Kyle explores this idea and shows that there is truly no place like be at home with God. Are you keeping your temple clean and comfortable for the Holy Spirit? Sermon Clip (The teaching sheet with the main points of the message…

Psalm 92 – A Song Worth Singing

Guest preacher Sam Taylor shares from Psalm 92 on the importance of praising God. Sam served as pastor for more than 20 years. Before coming to New England in 2007, he led a team of IMB missionaries helping to plant multiple churches in Eastern Europe. In 2015, Sam became the Director of the Greater Boston Baptist Association.   Island Pond Baptist Church is an SBC church in Hampstead, NH, just seconds from Derry, NH. We also have many people at…

Psalm 19 – How God Speaks To Us Today

Pastor Kyle looks at Psalm 19. In this psalm, we see two ways that God speaks to us. In a more general sense, God speaks through creation. But the primary way that God speaks to us is through his Word. The heavens declare the glory of God and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Sermon Clip (The teaching sheet with the main points of the message can be downloaded by clicking on the above “save” button) Island Pond Baptist Church is…

Psalm 1 – The Blessed Person

Pastor Kyle looks at Psalm 1. In this psalm, we see two ways to be blessed. We are blessed when we meditate on God’s word and avoid falling into sin. But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. Sermon Clip (The teaching sheet with the main points of the message can be downloaded by clicking on the above “save” button) Island Pond Baptist Church is an SBC church in…

Philippians 1:3-6 – Until the Work is Done

Guest speaker Dr. Terry Dorsett from the Baptist Churches of New England shares from Philippians 1:3-6 on staying focused on Jesus until the work is done. 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, Salem, and Haverhill. If you live in Southern New Hampshire, we would love for you to…

Matthew 7:24-29 – Building A Strong Foundation In Life

In Matthew 7:24-29, Jesus wraps up the Sermon on the Mount by telling about two people. One built a house on a firm foundation while the other built a house on sand. Pastor Kyle shows how we need to make sure our lives are built upon the right foundation as well. If you believe that Jesus has authority then you will listen to (and obey) what he says. Sermon Clip (The teaching sheet with the main points of the message…