First Baptist Stayner Sermons: Recent Episodes
First Baptist Church Stayner
Sermons Featuring Bible Teacher and Pastor Chris Rawn. Join us as Pastor Chris preaches verse by verse through the Bible; Gods Word. All scripture is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris examines the incredible encounter where Jesus heals 10 men of their leprosy.
Only one of whom, returned.
Luke 17:11-19
Original Date: Jul 12, 2026
Pastor Chris bridges the connection, between a request the apostles make to increase their faith.
And Christ's response, about service.
Luke 17:5-10
Original Date: Jul 5, 2026
Branching off a bit from last weeks message about forgiving a repentant brother. Pastor Chris takes the opportunity to examine what scripture says about a brother that doesn't repent. And takes us through the biblical concept of Church Discipline
Matthew 18:15-20
Original Date: June 28, 2026
Jesus begins teaching on how to deal with the inevitability of being sinned against.
His solution is simple - forgive.
Luke 17:1-4
Original Date: June 21, 2026
In a final look at the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus.
Pastor Chris examines how the Rich Man, missed his opportunity for salvation.
Because he didn't heed the revealed truths of God - in scripture.
Luke 16:27-31
Original Date: June 14, 2026
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus is unique in all of scripture.
Because only in it, do we have a testimony of one who woke up in hell.
Luke 16:23-26
Original Date: June 7, 2026
Jesus tells the well know story of the Rich Man and Lazarus.
Pastor Chris first touches upon the debate on whether this is a parable or not.
Then begins to break that parable down, by examining the the deaths of the 2 main characters.
Luke 16:19-23
Original Date: May 31, 2026
Jesus exposes 7 signs of false religion. Pastor Chris concludes his look at the final 2.
Luke 16:14-18
Original Date: May 24, 2026
Pastor Chris continues to look at the 3rd, 4th and 5th signs of false religion Jesus exposed in the Pharisees
Luke 16:14-18
Original Date: May 17, 2026
In his indictment of the Pharisees. Jesus exposes them in 7 signs of false religion.
Pastor Chris looks at the first 2.
Luke 16:14-18
Original Date: May 10, 2026
At the conclusion of his teachings on stewardship. The Pharisees mock and revile Jesus for his teachings.
Jesus in turn, fires back with an indictment of his own.
Luke 16:14-18
Original Date: May 3, 2026
In a follow up from last weeks message about 'Wasted Stewardship". Pastor Chris examines what scripture has to say about being a "Faithful Steward".
Luke 16:1-13
Original Date: April 26, 2026
In an often confusing and misunderstood parable, Jesus seems to commend the actions of an unjust steward.
Pastor Chris breaks down how through a bad example, Jesus calls use to be wise with what we've been made stewards over.
Luke 16:1-13
Original Date: April 19, 2026
On this Easter Sunday, Pastor Chris looks into the significance of one of the lesser know figures of the Passion narrative.
Looking at how Barabbas, represents both the unbelieving sinner, and the forgiven believer.
Matthew 27:11-16
Original Date: Apr 5, 2026
On this Good Friday, Pastor Chris looks at the initial rejection of Jesus Christ as King.
A rejection that today, 2000 later, still persists.
John 19:1-16
Original Date: Apr 3, 2026
Revisiting some concerning legislation being made into Canadian Law;
Pastor Chris touches upon the scriptural need to pray for our leaders.
1 Timothy 2:1-8
Original Date: Mar 29, 2026
Pastor Chris takes a small break from Luke's Gospel, to touch upon the topic of Prayer.
Examining Paul's letter to the Ephesians, Pastor Chris looks at 4 all inclusive aspects of Prayer.
Ephesians 6:18-20
Original Date: Mar 15, 2026
Looking at the last character in Christ's parable of the Prodigal Son.
Pastor Chris examines who the elder son represents, and how he is really no different then his younger brother.
Luke 15:25-32
Original Date: Mar 8, 2026
Continuing in one of the most well know parables of Jesus.
Pastor Chris looks at the response of the father, towards the return of his prodigal son.
Luke 15:20-24
Original Date: Mar 1, 2026
In one of the most well know parables, Jesus tells a story of a Father and his 2 Sons.
Pastor Chris looks at the first son, the one everyone thinks the parable is all about - the riotous prodigal.
Luke 15:11-19
Original Date: Feb 22, 2026
Heaven's Joy
Jesus states twice, that there is Joy in heaven over one sinner that repents.
Pastor Chris expands upon the source of the Joy.
Luke 15:8-10
Original Date: Feb 15, 2026
Lost Sheep
Pastor Chris examines the first of 3 parables Jesus gives in succession.
All about the same thing. The loss of something valuable, the search, the recovery, and the celebration.
Luke 15:1-7
Original Date: Feb 8, 2026
Jesus gives 2 examples of counting costs before making important decisions.
How much more important is it then, to count the cost of following Christ?
Luke 14:28-35
Original Date: Feb 1, 2026
Jesus begins to teach again, what anyone who wants to follow him, must be willing to pay.
The true cost of discipleship, may cost friends, family, even one's owns life.
Luke 14:25-27
Original Date: Jan 25, 2026
Jesus gives another parable to those in the Pharisee's home.
This time based around a dinner party, with invited quests who refuse to come.
The implications again expose their unwillingness to submit themselves to the truth that Jesus offers.
Luke 14:15-24
Original Date: Jan 11, 2026
Continuing to look at Jesus's dinner at the Chief Pharisee's house.
Jesus address the complete lack of humility on display by those in attendance.
Luke 14:7-14
Original Date: Jan 11, 2026
Returning to the Gospel of Luke after a short break.
We immediately find Jesus in another very similar confrontation, over sabbath violations.
Only this time, it's a tap has been set.
Luke 14:1-6
Original Date: Jan 4, 2026
With Christmas now behind us, Pastor Chris does a post Christmas review.
Revealing how the culture has all but killed the true meaning of Christ-mass
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Dec 28, 2025
With Christmas only a few days away, Pastor Chris again takes us to scripture. To find the real purpose and meaning of Christmas.
Luke 2:1-11
Original Date: Dec 21, 2025
Pastor Chris looks at Matthews portrayal of the Christmas story.
Emphasizing the contrast made between the different Kings.
Matthew 2:1-12
Original Date: Dec 14, 2025
A King's Foolish Decree
As the government continues to drift further away from God.
Pastor Chris address some new day laws, that eerily parallels the decree that sent Daniel into the Lion's Den.
Daniel 6:1-16
Original Date: Dec 7, 2025
After the warnings of coming judgement.
Jesus foretells of a coming change of heart, and blessings to those who once rejected.
Luke 13:34-35
Original Date: Nov 30, 2025
In somewhat of a closing statement to His recent teachings.
Jesus warns of coming judgement to all those that refuse to heed the call of God.
Luke 13:34-35
Original Date: Nov 23, 2025
A threat is made against the life of Jesus. A threat, that Jesus masterfully dismisses, and continues in his ministry.
Luke 13:31-33
Original Date: Nov 9, 2025
Jesus gives further insight into the extent of who is saved.
While simultaneously, gives a glimpse into what hell holds for those that are not.
Luke 13:28-30
Original Date: Nov 2, 2025
Jesus warns, that not only is the gate into heaven narrow.
But it is also only open for a limited time. Eventually, being closed shut.
Luke 13:25-27
Original Date: Oct 26, 2025
Responding to a question about how many are saved.
Jesus responds with a call to 'strive' to enter.
Luke 13:22-24
Original Date: Oct 19, 2025
Given recent current events, Pastor Chris examines the idea of 'revival' in the Church by examining a question Jesus was asked about how many are being saved.
Luke 13:22-24
Original Date: Oct 12, 2025
Jesus gives 2 short parables, comparing the Kingdom of God to a mustard seed and to leaven.
Luke 13:18-21
Original Date: Oct 5, 2025
Jesus is accused of violating the Sabbath, because a woman is healed of her infirmity.
Jesus responds, exposing the hypocrisy of such claims
Luke 13:10-17
Original Date: Sep 28, 2025
In the conclusion of his sermon Jesus gives one final parable.
That demonstrates to the rejecting crowd - we are all living on borrowed time.
Luke 13:6-9
Original Date: Sep 21, 2025
Pastor Chris continues on the topic of repentance.
Demonstrating how Jesus and all of scripture;
Point to the necessity of repentance from sin.
Luke 13:1-5
Original Date: Sep 14, 2025
Jesus address two tragic calamities that happen in Jerusalem.
Touching upon the fact that all mankind has an innate lack of understanding of their sin,
Pastor Chris reveals how everyone is heading for the greatest calamity - and must do as Jesus commands. Repent.
Luke 13:1-5
Original Date: Sep 7, 2025
Jesus again addresses the mass crowds following him.
Warning them again, of two things they lack. Discernment of the times, and diligence to act upon them.
Luke 12:54-59
Original Date: Aug 30, 2025
Pastor Chris breaks downs a remarkable statement from Jesus.
Claiming that he has not come to bring peace, but rather division.
Luke 12:49-53
Original Date: Aug 24, 2025
In response to a question from Peter.
Jesus expands on the difference between the faithful and unfaithful servant.
Luke 12:41-48
Original Date: Aug 17, 2025
With a series of 4 quick analogies.
Jesus begins teaching for the first time about his inevitable return.
Luke 12:35-40
Original Date: Aug 10, 2025
Jesus concludes his teaching on anxiety and fear.
Connecting God's good pleasure- with the treasure of a believer's heart.
Luke 12:31-34
Original Date: Aug 3, 2025
Continuing to examine this teaching on anxiety and fear,
Jesus offers something the world cannot - a cure.
Luke 12:27-32
Original Date: July 27, 2025
Jesus continues in his teaching on valuing material goods over God.
Touching upon the realities that worry, greed, anxiety - are all manifestations of a lack of trust in the provision of God.
Luke 12:22-26
Original Date: July 20, 2025
In response to one mans demands for his inheritance, Jesus gives a parable.
Exposing how many value material goods, more then God.
Luke 12:13-21
Original Date: July 13, 2025
In a contrast comparison to the unbeliever's blasphemy of the Holy Ghost.
Jesus touches upon one of the promises of the Spirit, unto believers
Luke 12:11-12
Original Date: July 6, 2025
Pastor Chris once again takes a look at the topic of Baptism.
This time examining the only 2 things that should hinder a Baptism.
Acts 8:26-39
Original Date: June 29, 2025
Chapter 12 has been a chapter of warnings.
Jesus gives the ultimate warning - a warning about forgiveness
Luke 12:10
Original Date: June 22, 2025
Who is Jesus Christ to you? How do you publicly confess him?
Jesus gives a dire warning, about how he will confess you.
Luke 12:8-9
Original Date: June 15, 2025
Jesus gives an analogy, comparing the value of a believer, to the value of sparrows
Luke 12:6-7
Original Date: June 8, 2025
Pastor Chris returns again to the same passage as the week before.
Looking again at Jesus warning about the fear of God.
Luke 12:2-5
Original Date: June 1, 2025
Jesus gives yet another warning - this time about misplaced fear in men, rather then God.
Luke 12:2-5
Original Date: May 25, 2025
Chapter 12 of Luke's Gospel opens with a warning from Jesus about the Leaven of the Pharisees.
Pastor Chris takes a look at exactly what that is, and what that means.
Luke 12:1
Original Date: May 18, 2025
On this Mothers Day, Pastor Chris looks at some of the responsibilities and roles God gives to Mothers.
Ephesians 6:1-4
Original Date: May 11, 2025
Jesus continues in his rebuke of the Scribes and Pharisees.
Revealing how their deceptions, hinder others from finding truth.
Luke 11:44-54
Original Date: May 4, 2025
Returning to the study of Luke's gospel.
Jesus begins to publicly rebuke the Pharisees with a series of woe's
Ultimately revealing their blindness to the truth.
Luke 11:37-44
Original Date: April 27, 2025
As the Disciples and those closest to Jesus begin to mourn over the murder of Jesus.
Pastor Chris reveals that the realization of Christs Resurrection, also brings along the resurrection of Hope.
Luke 24
Original Date: April 20, 2025
In this Good Friday service, Pastor Chris looks at one of the vital aspects happening at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
The fulfillment and satisfaction of Gods Wrath.
Isaiah 53:1-11
Original Date: April 18, 2025
In perhaps one of the most confusing passages in all of the New Testament.
Pastor Chris unpacks some interesting translating, to reveal what Jesus was actually trying to teach.
Luke 11:33-36
Original Date: April 6, 2025
With all the revealed miracles, Jesus condemns the crowds for their disbelief and demands for more signs.
Jesus reveals, only one more sign is coming for them - the Sign of Jonah.
Luke 11:29-32
Original Date: March 23, 2025
Returning again 10 years after his retirement.
Pastor John Bunner gives a message about living in the Spirit
Rev 1:9-10
Original Date: March 16, 2025
Jesus continues to dismantle the idea that he is working by the power of Satan.
Leading into a fundamental truth - there is no middle ground when it comes to Jesus.
Luke 11:21-28
Original Date: March 9, 2025
Jesus states his miracles are done by the 'Finger of God'.
Pastor Chris examines how this is both a metaphor, and condemnation to those who attribute the miracles to Satan.
Luke 11:20
Original Date: March 2, 2025
Jesus faces an accusation that his miracles are powered by Satan instead of God. Pastor Chris shows that this is was not a one time event, but rather a part of a larger campaign against his ministry.
Luke 11:14-19
Original Date: February 23, 2025
After his lesson on Prayer, Jesus gives a short parable that can be difficult to understand.
Pastor Chris examines the meaning, opening up even further depth to our understanding of prayer.
Luke 11:5-13
Original Date: February 16, 2025
In his final look on Jesus's lesson on Prayer.
Pastor Chris looks at the final element of effectual prayer. God as protector.
Luke 11:4
Original Date: February 9, 2025
In his lesson on Prayer, Jesus includes the necessity of forgiving others.
Pastor Chris exposes the reality, that unforgivness, is a hindrance to prayer.
Luke 11:4
Original Date: February 2, 2025
One of Gods greatest and defining traits, is also the central characteristic of Christianity itself; Forgiveness.
Luke 11:4
Original Date: January 26, 2025
God is a provider. Jesus taught us to pray for our 'daily bread'
But just what exactly is that?
Luke 11:3
Original Date: January 19, 2025
So much of prayer today is focused upon the will of self.
We bring to God what we want, what we will to be done.
Jesus taught, we should instead be praying for what God wills.
Luke 11:2
Original Date: January 12, 2025
Starting off the new year, Pastor Chris touches on a prevalent growing issue in the Church as a whole.
2 Timothy 2:2-5
Original Date: January 5, 2025
Looking towards the new year, Pastor Chris address the mounting uncertainty many have about the future.
Showing that the Christian, should have no worries at all.
Matthew 6:25-32
Original Date: December 29, 2024
In his Christmas Eve message, Pastor Chris looks at the concept of a Perfect Gift.
Revealing how that gift - has already been given.
Matthew 2:7-11
Original Date: December 24, 2024
With Christmas fast approaching, Pastor Chris looks into the foundational reason behind Christmas.
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: December 22, 2024
Jesus instructs us to Pray for God's Kingdom to come.
Pastor Chris reveals just what that is, and what that means for us in our prayers.
Luke 11:2
Original Date: December 15, 2024
Continuing to identify just who we are praying too,
Pastor Chris digs further into how we are to address God.
God is Hallowed - Meaning Holy.
Luke 11:2
Original Date: December 8, 2024
Jesus begins to teach his disciples 'How to Pray'
By first, revealing who they are praying to.
Luke 11:2
Original Date: December 1, 2024
The Disciples ask Jesus to "Teach them to Pray"
Beginning a new mini series, Pastor Chris starts to dig in to what Jesus has to say about Prayer
Luke 11:1
Original Date: November 24, 2024
Two sisters welcome Jesus into their home.
One is busy preparing food and tending to all the guests.
The other, is busy listening.
Luke 10:38-42
Original Date: November 17, 2024
After all the hype and anxiety surrounding the US election.
Pastor Chris looks at the reality, that all governments and leaders rule not by their own authority, but authority granted to them by God.
John 29:1-11
Original Date:November 10, 2024
Jesus tells one of his most well know, and often misunderstood parable of the 'Good Samaritan'.
Luke 10:30-37
Original Date: November 3, 2024
A Lawyer asks Jesus the most important question anyone can ever ask;
How do I inherit eternal life?
Luke 10:25-29
Original Date: October 27, 2024
In a joyous moment, Jesus thanks the father for the most surprising thing.
Revealing truth to some, and hiding it from others.
Luke 10:21-24
Original Date: October 20, 2024
When the 70 return from their mission, they are overcome with joy and rejoicing.
Jesus redirects them, focusing them instead on what they really need to be rejoicing in.
Luke 10:17-20
Original Date: October 13, 2024
As Jesus finishes up his instructions to the 70, he gives one final warning.
Contained within, is a central truth of Christianity - that is despised by so many.
Luke 10:16
Original Date: October 6, 2024
Jesus warns of hell more then all the other figures of the Bible combined.
In his instructions to the 70 disciples, Jesus warns of the dire dangers of rejecting him.
Luke 10:8-15
Original Date: September 29, 2024
With baptism in mind, Pastor Chris goes back to something
Jesus says to masses of people following him around.
Bringing into question, the obedience many have to Jesus as Lord.
Luke 6:46
Original Date: September 22, 2024
Continuing to look at the mission of the 70 disciples,
Pastor Chris breaks down some of the more confusing things Jesus says to them.
Revealing instead; surprising depth to his words.
Luke 10:4-7
Original Date: September 15, 2024
As Jesus sends out another group of 70 disciples into the world,
Pastor Chris begins his breakdown by looking at evangelism,
and Jesus's words of warning.
Luke 10:1-3
Original Date: September 8, 2024
Beginning a new series looking at the Church.
Pastor Chris starts with Christ's Prayer for the church,
Looking at the foundation of the Church - Jesus Christ
John 17:1-5
Original Date: September 1, 2024
The cost of following Jesus can be very high.
Jesus is approached by three men, all expressing their desire to follow him.
They appear to be devout men, ideal candidates for discipleship.
Jesus however, reveals none of them are ready to pay the true cost.
Luke 9:57-62
Original Date: August 25, 2024
When Jesus is rejected by an entire Samaritan town,
The disciples initial reaction, is to destroy them.
Jesus however, wasn't there to destroy, but to save.
Luke 9:51-56
Original Date: August 18, 2024
Pastor Chris finishes off the Armour of God study with the final, most vital component: Prayer.
Ephesians 6:10-18
Original Date: August 4, 2024
Jesus has been teaching his disciples humility.
After he uses a child as an example;
The disciples finally start to understand.
Luke 9:49-50
Original Date: July 28, 2024
The disciples begin an argument among themselves that will last the entirety of Christs Ministry.
A division forms between them; over which of them is the greatest.
Luke 9:47-48
Original Date: July 21, 2024
Facing the mass crowds yet again,
Jesus appears to show frustration towards their constant disbelief.
Luke 9:37-45
Original Date: July 14, 2024
In the believers armour, the Christian is only given one weapon:
The Word of God. Pastor Chris digs into what the Sword of the Spirit is,
and ultimately, how to wield it.
Ephesians 6:10-17
Original Date: July 7, 2024
The transfiguration is one of the high points of Christs ministry.
However, at its center, is point often missed.
Luke 9:28-36
Original Date: June 30, 2024
On the brink of one the high points in Christ's ministry;
Jesus makes a statement that has baffled people for millennia.
Luke 9:27
Original Date: June 23, 2024
Many people believe they can earn their own salvation.
Instead of turning to Christ, they stubbornly head towards destruction. Ashamed of his Gospel.
Luke 9:25-26
Original Date: June 16, 2024
Many people believe Christianity to easy,
free of trouble and full of prosperity.
The reality Jesus taught was the opposite.
Following Christ is hard, and the cost high.
Luke 9:23-24
Original Date: June 9, 2024
Often thought to refer to Salvation itself,
The Helmet of Salvation is often the most misunderstood item in the believers armour.
Pastor Chris breaks down its true meaning; the hope of Salvation
Ephesians 6:10-17
Original Date: June 2, 2024
After Peter's divinely given revelation that Jesus is in fact the Christ,
Jesus commands him and his disciples to tell no one.
Why would Jesus give such a command, contradictory to the rest of scripture?
Luke 9:21-22
Original Date: May 26, 2024
The mass crowds that have been following Jesus, start to walk away.
Pastor Chris examines how their failure to understand who Jesus truly is;
ultimately leads to to their falling away.
Luke 9:18-19, John 6:24-69
Original Date: May 19, 2024
Jesus asks his disciples, who they think he is.
Peter's response shows they have started to understand his true-full identity.
Luke 9:18-20
Original Date: May 12, 2024
Ones of Jesus's most well know miracles; is the feeding of the 5,000.
But is this just a miracle about food for the belly? Or much more?
Luke 9:10-17
Original Date: Apr 28, 2024
In a battle, a shield offers the greatest protection of all the armour.
In spiritual battle, Faith provides that same level of protection.
Ephesians 6:10-16
Original Date: May 5, 2024
Returning again as a guest speaker;
Rev. Bunner continues his look at Christ in Paul's letter to the Colossians.
Colossians 1:24-2:10
Original Date: Apr 21, 2024
Luke's Gospel all but omits the death of John the Baptist.
Instead, Luke touches upon Herod's fear, as he any many others fail to understand who Jesus really is.
Luke 9:7-9
Original Date: Apr 14, 2024
Paul tells Christian to put on the "Preparation of the Gospel".
Pastor Chris examines what that means, and how Desire is the real motivation.
Ephesians 6:10-15
Original Date: Apr 7, 2024
Does the Gospel's power change depending on who is delivering it?
The Apostles; Peter and Paul, preached the Gospel, saving thousands.
Judas also preached the Gospel. Was it any less effective coming from him?
Luke 9:1-6
Original Date: Mar 24, 2024
Rev. John Bunner, who served as Pastor at FBCS for 13 years.
Returns as a guest speaker, taking a brief look at how Paul presents Jesus Christ to the Church at Colossi.
Emphasizing how much there is to learn, just in the first chapter.
Colossians 1:1-23
Original Date: Mar 17, 2024
Pastor Chris examines a recent, disturbing trend.
Where the name of Christ, is being used as antisemitic hate.
Looking at Christ's trial before Pilate,
we see this trend, is nothing new.
John 18:28-39
Original Date: Mar 31, 2024
When Christ was condemned to be crucified,
all 4 gospels tell us the exact same thing.
That he went willing, to his own execution.
Matthew 26:36-44, 47-68, 27:11-31
Original Date: Mar 29, 2024 Good Friday Service
Jesus sends his 12 disciples out on their own for some first hand experience at evangelism.
He sends them with no money, food, no provisions at all.
Is this how we are to evangelize today?
Luke 9:1-6
Original Date: Mar 10, 2024
Pastor Chris looks at the issue of unrighteousness in a Christians life.
How striving for righteousness, putting on the Breastplate;
is a vital call in the Christian walk.
Ephesians 6:14
Original Date: Mar 3, 2024
A man seeks for Jesus so he can heal his dying Daughter.
Arriving too late, Jesus performs an even more incredible miracle.
Luke 8:49-56
Original Date: Feb 25, 2024
A woman comes seeking Jesus for a medical miracle.
What she finds, is far more then what she came looking for.
Luke 8:43-48
Original Date: Feb 18, 2024
In Paul's descriptive metaphor of the Armour of God,
The first, fundamental items, is the girdle of Truth.
Pastor Chris examines how "Truth" must be the fundamental aspect of every Christian.
Ephesians 6:14
Original Date: Feb 4, 2024
Returning from across the sea, Jesus is yet again swarmed with crowds seeking miracles.
Pastor Chris begins to unpack what they come looking for, and ultimately what the leave with.
Luke 8:40-44
Original Date: Feb 11, 2024
After the demonically possessed man is finally healed of his possession,
after years or torment, the witnesses and onlookers to the power of Christ have an interesting response; total fear.
Pastor Chris looks at their response to this miracle, as they drive Jesus away.
Luke 8:34-39
Original Date: Jan 28, 2024
Jesus encounters a man inhabited by a Legion of demons.
Their response to Christ's presence is immediate and drastic.
Pastor Chris takes a look, at just what the Demons are so scared of
Luke 8:30-33
Original Date: Jan 21, 2024
Jesus encounters a man under severe demonic oppression.
The pursuing events, are bizarre, and unlike anything else seen in scripture.
Luke 8:26-30
Original Date: Jan 14, 2024
Starting into a new series in the Spiritual Warfare study,
Pastor Chris begins to unpack the concept of the Armour of God.
Ephesians 6:10-12
Original Date: Jan 7, 2024
Coming to passage that had a vital role in his walk with Christ,
Pastor Chris gives a testimony of sorts.
Talking about the importance of reading, knowing and understanding the scriptures for yourself.
Luke 8:26-39
Original Date: Dec 31, 2023
One of the most well know verses of Christmas,
is a prophecy given by Isaiah to King Ahaz at a time of war.
Is this verse random? Out of place? Or exactly where it should be?
Isaiah 7:1-14
Original Date: Dec 24, 2023
What exactly is Christmas? What are we really celebrating?
The Birthday of Jesus? The day he came into existence?
Pastor Chris takes a look these questions, and identifies the true meaning and purpose of Christmas.
Philippians 2:5-11
Original Date: Dec 24, 2023
In the midst of the storm, Jesus was perfectly calm as the disciples were all in a panic.
Pastor Chris takes a look at the issue of Anxiety, and the diagnosis from the great physician himself.
Luke 8:22-25
Original Date: Dec 17, 2023
Jesus has a remarkable encounter with a powerful storm.
Demonstrating both his humanity and divine nature.
Having complete power and authority, over creation.
Luke 8:22-25
Original Date: Dec 10, 2023
Pastor Chris gives a powerful message reminding us;
That no matter what trial or tribulation we may be facing,
we need to always keep our focus upon Jesus Christ.
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Dec 3, 2023
Jesus makes a claim that his true family is not his Mother and Brothers,
but instead his true disciples.
Pastor Chris digs into what Jesus meant by this, and examines what a true relationship to Christ really is.
Luke 8:19-21
Original Date: Nov 26, 2023
In a final look at the Parable of the Sower,
Pastor Chris examines the role of the hidden character;
The toiler of the soils
Luke 8:4-18
Original Date: Nov 19, 2023
In the conclusion of his parable teaching,
Jesus gives a dire warning to all those listening.
Luke 8:16-18
Original Date: Nov 12, 2023
Continuing in the Spiritual Warfare series,
Pastor Chris begins a sub series, looking at Angelic Beings.
Starting with a look at the Holy Angels.
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Nov 5, 2023
In this 3rd week looking at the Parable of the Sower,
Pastor Chris examines the bulk and primary purpose of the parable;
The Soils.
Luke 8:4-15
Original Date: Oct 29, 2023
Pastor Chris takes a look at the current conflict in Israel. Breaking down what this means for the Church, and what our ultimate focus should be upon.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Original Date: Oct 22, 2023
Still looking at Jesus's first major parable,
Pastor Chris examines the role of the main character; the Sower.
Luke 8:4-15
Original Date: Oct 15, 2023
Jesus teaches for the first time; in a Parable.
Pastor Chris breaks down why.
Revealing the purpose and shift in Christ's teaching style.
Luke 8:4-18
Original Date: Oct 8, 2023
Pastor Chris continues his analysis of who our enemy is.
Looking this week at the limitations of Satan, and the scope of what God allows him to do.
Job 1:6-12
Original Date: Oct 1, 2023
Luke reigns his readers back to the central purpose of Christ's ministry.
Additionally, introducing us to some of the women in Christ's ministry.
Luke 8:1-3
Original Date: Sep 24, 2023
Jesus continues his rebuke of the self righteous religious crowd following him around.
Comparing them - "This Generation"; to children.
Luke 7:29-35
Original Date: Sep 10, 2023
Continuing in his new Spiritual Warfare series,
Pastor Chris begins to look at just who our enemy is, helping us to understand what we're up against in this spiritual fight
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Sep 3, 2023
Jesus called John the Baptist; the Greatest Prophet. But what is the biblical definition of greatness? What made John of all people, so great?
Luke 7:24-28
Original Date: Aug 27, 2023
Pastor Chris examines the doubt of John the Baptist, and more importantly, Jesus's response to that doubt.
Luke 7:18-23
Original Date: Aug 20, 2023
Starting a look into the doubt of John the Baptist; Pastor Chris examines why we doubt in the first place, what the purpose of doubt is, and how we should deal with doubt
Luke 7:18-23
Original Date: Aug 13, 2023
Pastor Chris begins a new series on Spiritual Warfare. Today with an introduction to the overall topic, explaining what Biblical Spiritual Warfare even is.
Ephesians 6:10-12
Original Date: Aug 6, 2023
Jesus heads for a divine appointment, encountering a Funeral Procession. For the first time; Jesus demonstrates his complete power and authority over death itself.
Luke 7:11-17
Original Date: July 30, 2023
A Roman Centurion humbly pleads with Jesus to heal his dying servant. Jesus is amazed, and marvels at him. Because he-an outsider, had more faith, then anyone in all of Israel.
Luke 7:1-10
Original Date: July 23, 2023
A true saving faith, and a false deceiving faith; can look a lot alike. Jesus demonstrates this, in a parable of 2 houses. On the surface they can look identical. But what separates them, is the unseen foundation.
Luke 6:47-49
Original Date: July 16, 2023
The world is full of people who claim the name of Christ. Who identify as and claim to be Christian. Pastor Chris challenges that idea, by examining Christ's own challenge to them.
Luke 6:46
Original Date: July 9, 2023
Pastor Chris examines our own motives, rights and privilege; to be at the Lords Table.
1 Cor 11:17-32
Original Date: July 2, 2023
"You shall know them by their Fruits", has become one of the most commonly misunderstood statements of Jesus. Often incorrectly used as a test of one's salvation. Jesus wasn't referring to the personal fruits in peoples lives, but something very different.
Luke 6:43-45
Original Date: June 25, 2023
One of the most well know teachings of Jesus, is "Judge Not". But what does that mean? Does that mean to never judge at all? Under any circumstances? Or did Jesus mean something else?
Luke 6:37-42
Original Date: June 11, 2023
Pastor Chris takes a look at the real, original meaning of the Rainbow. Revealing the Biblical view of the Pride Movement
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: June 4, 2023
Jesus continues in his exposition of Loving others.
Comparing our need to love others, as God has loved.
Commanding us to me Merciful, as God is Merciful.
Luke 6:31-36 KJV
Original Date: May 28, 2023
Jesus commands us to love everyone, even our enemies.
But how can we expect to do such a thing? Where can such a extreme level of love come from?
Luke 6:27-30 KJV
Original Date: May 21, 2023
Christ's sermon on the mount is really all about Perception.
How you perceive yourself. How God perceives you.
How the world perceive you. And ultimately; how you perceive the world.
Luke 6:20-27 KJV
Original Date: May 14, 2023
The world hates Christ and anything to do with him.
Christians are promised one thing in this world; Persecution.
Christ tells us to Rejoice in that persecution.
Luke 6:22-23 KJV
Original Date: Mat 7, 2023
Jesus begins his famous sermon, with the be-attitudes.
But did he mean these as a means to an end?
Or the end to a means?
Luke 6:20-21 KJV
Original Date: Apr 30, 2023
Just before Luke starts into Jesus's Sermon on the Mount; he first describes the crowd.
Pastor Chris examines that crowd. Who was in it. Where they're from.
And ultimately; what their attitude toward Jesus was.
Luke 6:17-19 KJV
Original Date: Apr 23, 2023
Pastor Chris finishes off his study of the 12 Apostles.
With the final apostle, the traitor Judas.
Luke 6:12-18
Original Date: Apr 16, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
In his Easter Sunday message;
Pastor Chris looks into Christ's final moments upon the cross,
and the profound depth of His final words.
Matthew 27:45-46
Original Date: Apr 9, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris looks at why Jesus never tried to avoid his coming death, or even the Cross itself.
But instead foretold his coming fate, and headed straight for it.
Matthew 27:27-54
Original Date: Apr 7, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Christian's are called to fight in the war on truth.
Which is ultimately a war on Christ.
Pastor Chris extends a Call to Arms, in preparation of the battles to come.
Ephesians 6:10-18
Original Date: Apr 2, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Returning to his study of the 12 Apostles of Christ.
Pastor Chris takes a look at the 3 Apostles scriptures speaks nothing of.
James the son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas the brother of James.
Luke 6:12-16
Original Date: Mar 26, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
With Pastor Chris away, guest speaker Merv Gardner gives a solid message on God's Love through salvation
John 3:16
Original Date: Mar 19, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris takes a look at the next 3 Apostles of Christ;
Nathanael, Matthew and Thomas
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Mar 12, 2023
All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris takes a look at the two evangelical disciples; Andrew and Phillip.
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Mar 5, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris continues his look into the 12 Disciples of Christ.Today, looking at the 2 sons of Zebedee, James and John
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Feb 26, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris begins his examination of who the Twelve Apostles were.Starting with the most well known of the Twelve: Peter.
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Feb 19, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris begins a mini series within the study of Luke's Gospel;taking a look at who were the 12 Disciples - the 12 Apostles of Christ.
Luke 6:6-12
Original Date: Feb 12, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris examines why the Church gathers to Worship, not on the Sabbath, but on Sunday
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: Feb 5, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
After a night of Prayer; Jesus calls all his disciples together, and chooses 12 to be his Apostles.Pastor Chris examines what a Disciple is. What an Apostle is. And ultimately, the importance of prayer
Luke 6:12-16
Original Date: January 29, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Jesus is yet again confronted by the Pharisees over Sabbath violations.Jesus exposes their hypocrisy concerning the Sabbath, driving them into madness.
Luke 6:6-11
Original Date: January 22, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Jesus is confronted for violating Jewish Sabbath LawsJesus gives a classic response by quoting a well know Old Testament story,and declaring his Lordship over the Sabbath
Luke 6:1-5
Original Date: January 15, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
The Sabbath was a central part of religious system in the time of Jesus.But what was the Sabbath?Are Christians required to observe the Sabbath today?
Luke 6:1-5
Original Date: January 8, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris begins the new year,with a message on the beliefs and convictions,that scripture imposes upon believers
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: January 1, 2023All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
The Virgin Birth, is an essential doctrine of Christianity.There is no salvation, no redemption, no Immanuel, without the Virgin Birth.
Isiah 7:1-14
Original Date: December 25, 2022All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
The Wise Men are well associated with the Christmas story.But what do we really know about them?Who where they? Where did they come from?And why did they come at all?
Matthew 2:1-12
Original Date: December 24, 2022All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris digs into the topic of Baptism.What Baptism is. What is symbolizes. And why you need to be Baptized.
Matthew 3:1-17
Original Date: December 18, 2022All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
When Jesus is questioned, why he and his disciples don't follow the expected religious custom of fasting.Jesus responds with Parables; demonstrating the New, is not compatible with the Old
Luke 5:33-39
Original Date: December 11, 2022All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Whosoever calls upon the name of the LORD, shall be saved. Not all who followed Jesus knew him as Lord.Not all who followed Jesus, followed him into heaven.Salvation comes to all; who submit to Christ's Lordship.
Matthew 26:17-25
Original Date: December 4th, 2022All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Jesus approaches Matthew, and extends the call to follow him
Luke 5:27-32
Original Date: November 27, 2022All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Jesus confronts the Pharisees for the first time. Demonstrating to them and the multitudes; that he is God, and had the power to forgive sin.
Luke 5:21-26
Original Date: November 20, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Luke introduces us to the Pharisees. Pastor Chris takes a look into who the Pharisees were. What made them tick, and why they hated Christ.
Luke 5:17-21
Original Date: November 13, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris takes a look at the promise of Christ's Return
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: November 6, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
When a leper approaches Jesus, he pleads for cleansing from his lifetime of struggle. Jesus shows him compassion, by touching him, and healing him.
Luke 5:12-16
Original Date: October 30, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
When Peter, James and John witness a miraculous catch of Fish, They have their true conversion moment, and forsake all to follow Christ.
Luke 5:1-11
Original Date: October 23, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Jesus demonstrates his Power over Sickness, By healing Everyone that is brought to him
Luke 4:38-44
Original Date: October 16, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
The first divine act of Jesus that Luke records; Is the first, of many interactions Christ had with the demonic. That demonstrates his complete authority over them.
Luke 4:31-37
Original Date: October 9, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
With anticipation, we look forward to Christ's Return. His reign here on earth, in his Kingdom.
Matthew 26:17-29
Original Date: October 2, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Luke starts into Christ's Ministry; With his first rejection, in his home town of Nazareth
Luke 4:17-30
Original Date: September 25, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Luke omits nearly the first 3rd of Christ Ministry. Pastor Chris fills in some of the missing details, by examining Christs Early Ministry, and the Power behind it all.
Luke 4:14-18
Original Date: September 18, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Jesus was tempted by the devil. Jesus overcame his temptation. Learn how you can overcome your temptation, by following Christ's example
Luke 4:1-13
Original Date: September 11, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Communion serves one overall purpose. To reset their focus upon Jesus Christ.
To remind them, Who he is, What he has done, and what He offers.
Join Pastor Chris, as he reminds us of the importance of the Lords Table
Luke 22:7-19
Original Date: September 4, 2022
At the onset of Jesus's Ministry, The First thing he did; was spend 40 days in wilderness. Being tempted, by the Devil.
Luke 4:1-2
Original Date: August 28, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Why does Luke include a Genealogy? And Why does it differ from the Genealogy found in Matthews Gospel?
Find out today, as Pastor Chris moves through the Genealogy of Christ.
Luke 3:23-38
Original Date: August 21, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Why did Jesus need to be baptized? If he was sinless, what was the point? Find out, in today's study of the Baptism of Christ
Luke 3: 21-22
Original Date: August 14, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Scripture speak volumes on the Blood. There is no salvation, there is no forgiveness of sin; Without the precious Blood of Christ.
Selected Scripture
Original Date: August 7, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
John Preached on the Repentance of Sin. Some Repented. Others, like King Herod; hardened their hearts.
Luke 3:19-20
Original Date: July 31, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
John pointed the people to one greater then he. One that would baptize all people, with more then just water.
Luke 3:15-18
Original Date: July 24, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris digs into the Ministry, and overall message of John the Baptist Luke 3:3-14
Original Date: July 17, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Continuing in the study of Luke's Gospel,
Pastor Chris examines the Political and Religious environment, That Jesus and John begin their Ministries in.
Luke 3:1-6
Original Date: July 10, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
With guest speaker's this week, Pastor Chris gives a shorter message on communion. A preview of sorts, on the Lordship of Christ
Looking at Matthew 26:17-21, Pastor Chris looks at how the Disciples, and Judas, viewed Jesus.
Original Date: July 3, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Returning to his study of Luke's Gospel; Pastor Chris opens to the final passage of chapter 2. To the testimony of the young Jesus himself.
Original Date: June 26, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
In a special Father's Day message, Pastor Chris examines some of the aspects of a Godly, Protective Father.
Original Date: June 19, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris digs into verses 25 to 40, examining the testimony of 2 devout servants of the Lord; Both identify the Baby Jesus as Lord and Saviour.
Why did Christ need a body of Flesh? Why do we remember Christ's Body at communion? In this next installment of Pastor Chris's study of the Lords Table, Pastor Chris looks at the Physical Body of Christ.
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: June 5, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris takes a look at how all of Luke 2; is a series of Testimonies that the Baby Jesus is Christ Starting today, with the unspoken Testimony of Mary and Joseph Luke 2:21-24
Original Date: May 29, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
An angel appeared unto Shepherds, to proclaim the birth if Christ. Why Shepherds? Find out in this weeks message, looking at Luke 2:8-20
Original Date: May 22, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris examines an important aspect of the Christmas story most people glance over; The Return of the Glory of the Lord Luke 2:8-9
Original Date: May 15, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
In a special Mother's Day message, Pastor Chris examines what it means to me a Godly Mother. 1 Samuel 1:1-28
Original Date: May 8, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Returning to the study of the Lord's Table, Pastor Chris looks at the significant importance of the next element of the Lords Table; Self Examination
Selected Scriptures
Original Date: May 1, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris looks at how even in our Pagan culture, The Christmas Story continues to appear, where God and scripture is rejected everywhere else Luke 2:8-20
Original Date: April 24, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
In a special Easter Message; Pastor Chris opens to Matthew 28:1-6, and looks at the Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Original Date: April 17, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
In a special Good Friday Easter message; Pastor Chris digs into Mark 15:1-39, to explain why we call it "Good" Friday
Original Date: April 15, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Returning to his study of the Gospel of Luke; In Luke 2:1-7, Pastor Chris looks at the Birth of Christ, and the contrast between Jesus Christ and Caesar Augustus, the Two Saviours of the World
Original Date: April 10, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Continuing a study of the elements of the Lords Table; Pastor Chris gives a strong message on the need for believers to Fellowship together. Selected Scriptures
Original Date: April 3, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris finishes Chapter 1 of Luke's Gospel. With a look at Zachariah's spirit filled prophecy; the final transition from the old to the new testament. Luke 1:67-80
Original Date: Mar 27, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Looking at Matthew 9:9-16, Guest Speaker Merv Gardner gives a message based upon the teaching of Jesus regarding the "New Cloth"
Original Date: Mar 20, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Looking at Luke 1:57-66; Pastor Chris takes a look at Gods Providence through the Birth of Zacharias and Elizabeth's Son; John.
Original Date: Mar 13, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris begins a study of the elements of the Lords Table; Communion. Beginning with the first, fundamental element. The Passover. Mark 14:12-26, Exodus 12:1-29
Original Date: Mar 6, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris looks into Mary's Praise towards God. And ultimately; where that praise comes from Luke 1:46-56
Original Date: Feb 27, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris preaches through Luke 1:39-45 Looking at the assurance Mary received from God; That the things Gabriel had told her, where indeed true
Original Date: Feb 20, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris opens to Luke 1:26-38. To a message brought to Mary, by the angel Gabriel. A prophetic message, about her coming firstborn son; Jesus.
Original Date: Feb 13, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Looking at Luke 1:13-25; Pastor Chris looks into the Angelic Message to Zacharias. His promised Son, and the Doubt that arises in Zacharias.
Original Date: Feb 6, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Looking at Luke 1:5-13, Pastor Chris continues his study of the Gospel of Luke. Examining the foundation Luke lays down to begin his Gospel. Then moving onto the appearance of an Angel to the Priest Zacharias.
Original Date: Jan 30, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris begins his study of the Gospel of Luke. Starting at the beginning; Luke 1:1-4 Pastor Chris looks at the opening Preface of Luke's Gospel.
Original Date: Jan 23, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris continues his overview look at the 4 Gospels. In preparation of preaching through an entire Gospel; Pastor Chris goes through details and examples of what makes the Gospels different. Continuing today; with the Gospel of Luke, and the Gospel of John
Original Date: Jan 16, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)
Pastor Chris begins an overview look at the 4 Gospels. In preparation of preaching through an entire Gospel; Pastor Chris goes through details and examples of what makes the Gospels different. Starting today; with the Gospel of Matthew, and the Gospel of Mark
Original Date: Jan 9, 2022 All Scripture used is from the King James Version (KJV)