Sermons on The Gospel
Genesis 29 – The Greatest Wedding Prank Ever
Continuing our Genesis series, we explored Genesis 29, where Jacob, fleeing from his brother, arrives at his destination and falls for Rachel. But instead of a love story without complications, Jacob is deceived into marrying Leah first, showing that the trickster has met his match in Uncle Laban. Yet, even in this mess of deception and polygamy, God is at work. He uses Leah, the overlooked sister, to continue the lineage of Jesus through Judah, showing that God loves and…
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…
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…
Luke 15:11-32 – The Prodigal
Guest speaker, Dave Herring, looks at the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-32. Dave is a former church planter and pastor. 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 visit!
Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant, Jesus, and You
In this sermon, we look at how God’s promise to Abram—sealed with a powerful and unique ceremony—points directly to Jesus Christ. God alone takes responsibility for fulfilling the covenant, foreshadowing Jesus bearing the punishment for humanity’s sins. Through this lens, we explore the marks of spiritual maturity, such as living with contentment and faith that God is our shield and reward. The sermon challenges us to believe, live out our faith, and give thanks to the God who fulfills His…
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 1 – A Different Kind of God
Pastor Kyle looks at Genesis 1, the very first chapter of the Bible. He then shows how Jesus Christ is linked to passages like John 1 and what that means for us today. Are you spreading his glory all around the earth? 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 seconds from Derry, NH. We also have many…
Matthew 7:12-14 – Living Lovingly Yet Narrowly
In Matthew 7:12-14, Jesus talks about living out two seemingly contradictory aspects of the Christian life: living with love for others while also living narrowly. Jesus says he is the only way! 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 Hampstead, NH, just seconds from Derry, NH. We also have many people at our church from surrounding…
Matthew 21:1-11 – The King Is Coming
The king is coming! In this Palm Sunday sermon, Pastor Kyle looks at Matthew 21:1-11 where Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey just days before he would be crucified. No matter your past or present, Jesus is offering you the chance to have peace with God. 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 Hampstead, NH,…
Matthew 5:5-6 – How To Find Happiness in a Sad World (Part 2)
In this second sermon through Matthew 5-7, Pastor Kyle looks at the next two beatitudes, which are meekness and hungering for righteousness. Both of these attributes are important for the Christian life and ones that we should seek to develop in our lives. If you do, you will be blessed! Meekness does not equal weakness. 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…
Matthew 1:16 – Joseph: An Adoption Story
The entire genealogy goes down to Jesus’ father Joseph. But if you know the story of Jesus, Joseph is not the biological father. So why is there a genealogy of someone who is not the biological father of Jesus? The answer is: adoption. Pastor Kyle shows how the story of Joseph being the father of Jesus is an adoption story. Even more, the good news of Jesus (known as the “Gospel”) is also an adoption story because when we put…
Matthew 1:5, Joshua 2 – Rahab: Second Chances
In this second sermon looking at the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1 we turn to Rahab. Rahab’s story shows us that a messed up, sinful person can be redeemed by God. Even though we may not be involved in the same sins as Rahab, we have all sinned as well and need to be redeemed. Pastor Kyle talks about that and more. Just as Rahab renounced her own past and people, we are called to renounce our own past…