The Calvary Baptist Church Podcast: Recent Episodes
Art Kilmer
In today's sermon, we look at the life of Titus from his various mentions in the New Testament. He and Paul enjoyed a partnership:
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A Faithful Partnership
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A Joyful Partnership
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A Comforting Partnership
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A Life Transformed by the Gospel, Titus 3:8-15 A sermon preached at Calvary Baptist Church - Walnut, IA on July 16th, 2023 For more information about our church, please go to www.cbcwalnut.com
Introduction: A healthy Church will live a life transformed by the Gospel
I. Because the Gospel Directs Our Conduct, 3:8-9 A. It is Trustworthy, 8a B. It Tells Us What to Do, 8b C. It Tells Us What Not to Do, 9
II. Because the Gospel Develops Unity, 3:10-11 A. How Does it Unite? B. The Importance of Unity C. The Dangers of Disunity 10-11
III. Because the Gospel Delivers Us for Service 3:12-14 A. Examples of Workers 12-13 B. Paul's Final Command 14
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In our series on The Blueprint of a Healthy Church, we look at part 5 covering Titus 2:11-14. In the message today we examine the role of the Grace of God in the development of the Church - past, present, and future!
Titus 2:11-14: 11 For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, 12 training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, 13 waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, 14 who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.
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In today's message, I begin our study of Titus 2:1-10 by looking at the roles that the elder men and woman are called to take on - discipleship through Godly Living.
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This message was preached at Calvary Baptist Church, Walnut, IA on May 28th, 2023.
In order to build a healthy and vibrant church community, we must prioritize raising up and equipping godly leaders who embody the character and qualifications outlined in Titus 1:5-9, and who are committed to shepherding the flock with love and integrity.In today's message we look at what the qualifications are for a pastor according to Titus 1:5-9. There are three areas to be strong in if we are going to be healthy leaders. Introduction: Titus's Purpose 1:5 I. A Godly Family Life, 1:6 A. Reputation B. Marriage C. ChildrenII. Godly Character: 1:7-8 A. Negatives vs 7 B. Positives vs 8III. Godly Purpose 1:9 A. Holding firm to the trustworthy word B. Instruction C. Rebuke Find out more about our church at www.cbcwalnut.com
A Sermon preached at Calvary Baptist Church in Walnut, IA on April 23, 2023.
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I. The Great Tribulation 12:1
A. A time of troubleB. A Time of Deliverance
II. The Kingdom Daniel 12:2-3
A. A Kingdom of Promise
B. A Kingdom of Resurrection 12:2
C. A Kingdom of Reward 12:3
III. The Final Instructions 12:4-13
A. Final instructions concerning the book 12:4
B. Final Instructions concerning the outcome? 5-12
C. Final Instructions to Daniel, 12:13
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12.4 Seal up the book
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12.9, 13 Go Your Way
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12:13 You Will Rest4. You will Rise to receive your inheritance
Things to remember
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The Future will be rough, 2 Timothy 3
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Keep Trusting God and doing what he called you to do. Psalm 37:73. You shall rest – death but not a death to fear
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You shall stand in the resurrection. Psalm 1
In today's message, I preach from Daniel 11:21-45. We look at the prophecy concerning Antiochus Epiphanes and the Antichrist, and what that meant for Israel. We also see how we can use it to warn ourselves about the world we live in today. For more information on our church, please go to www.cbcwalnut.com. I. The Prophecy of Antiochus Epiphanes, 11:21-35 A. Rise of Antiochus Epiphanes 21-24 B. Lies and Campaigning, 25-28 C. The Abomination of Desolation, 29-31 D. The Testing of Israel's faithfulness, 32-35Application:1. Beware of Pride, Arrogance, and Flattery2. Stand Firm and Take Action, Dan. 11:323. Live with Eternal Perspective: Phil 3.8-14II. The Prophecy of the Antichrist, 11:36-45 A. He exalts himself above all gods (11:36b-37) B. He speaks blasphemies against God (11:36c) C. He prospers until the time of the end (11:36d) D. He wages war and conquers many countries (11:37-43) E. He meets his end in the beautiful land (11:44-45) Application:1. Beware of the spirit of antichrist, I John 4:1-62. Accept Persecution… (?!), Phil. 1:293. Trust in the Strength and Sovereignty of God: A. I Corinthians 4 B. II Corinthians 12:10 C. Romans 8:37#church #sermons #preaching
A Sermon preached at Calvary Baptist Church, Walnut, IA
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In today's sermon, I preach on I Corinthians 15 to show what the resurrection of Jesus Christ accomplished - and we find out if the resurrection really matters.
What Does The Resurrection Mean?
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It Means Scripture is True
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It Means We Have Hope
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It Means Christ Has Victory Over Sin and Death
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It Demands a Response
Sermon from Calvary Baptist Church at Walnut, IA preached on April 2nd, 2023.
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In today's message we begin celebrating Easter week by remembering the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for us on the cross. My hope is you will remember the joy of being saved from God's wrath, and we will share that good news with the world.
I. We Deserved Condemnation, Mark 15:1-20
II. We Deserved God's Wrath, Mark 15:21-41
III. We Deserved Death, Mark 15:42-47
Things to Remember:
- Christ was condemned so that we might be free
- Christ was crucified, so that God’s wrath was satisfied
- Christ was killed, so that we might live.
Sermon from Calvary Baptist Church at Walnut, IA preached on March 12th, 2023.
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In today's message we look at the chaotic wars that God informs Daniel about, and from this section I discuss three things to remember when we are faced with a chaotic future.
Daniel has received prophecies of total and chaotic war. And yet how often does God reassure him, strengthen him, and protect him? Our past is full of violence and war, and our future on earth certainly holds the same. Yet God wants us to know real, genuine peace. First of all we will take a quick look at the prophecy (our past, Daniel's future) and from this we will learn three lessons of how we can know Real Peace, even in a time of chaos.
I. The Prophecy or History?
A. Coming Persian Kings Daniel 11:2
B. Coming Grecian Kings Daniel 11:3-4
C. Chaos of Grecian Kings 11:5-20
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Seleucus I and Ptolemy I 11:5
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Antiochus II vs Ptolemy II 11:6
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Seleucus II vs Ptolemy III 11:7-9
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Antiochus III vs. Ptolemy IV 11:10-12
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Antiochus III vs Ptolemy V 11:13-19
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Seleucus IV vs Judea 11:20
II. Peace or Chaos?
We can have Godly peace in the midst of total chaos. Because in the battles we face, remember the Victor…
A. The Truth vs. The Lie 11:2 – truth will win.
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Led in Truth Psalm 25:5
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God’s Word is Truth John 17:14-19
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Speak Truth Eph 4:15
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Handle Truth 2 Timothy 2:15
B. Self Will vs. God's Will 11:3 – God will win.
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Lucifer rebelled against God – Isaiah 14.13-14
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Man rebelled against God, Genesis 3
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God’s Will Prevails Jeremiah 29:10-14
C. Human kings vs. God’s King, 11:2-20
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The Nations Plot Against God, Psalm 2
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Trust the Right King, Psalm 146
We can have absolute, God-given peace even during the most chaotic times…
… Because we are looking ahead to the ultimate victory of Christ! Revelation 19:11-16
Sermon from Calvary Baptist Church at Walnut, IA preached on March 12th, 2023.
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Does God always answer our prayers?
Today we will examine the prophet Daniel's prayer and how God answered him in Daniel 10.
I. Daniel's Distressed Prayer Daniel 10:1-3
A. An introduction Daniel 10:1
B. Getting Serious about Prayer 10:2-3
II. Daniel's Vision of a Man, Daniel 10:4-9
A. The Description of the Man
B. The Identity of the Man
III. God's Answers: When Prayer Seems Delayed, Daniel 10:10-14
When prayer seems delayed, remember
A. You are greatly loved,
B. You are heard
C. Prayer is Spiritual Warfare
IV. Daniel’s Comfort, 14-21
Through Prayer, Daniel found comfort:
A. In the presence of God
B. In the sovereignty of God
C. In the words of God, vs 19
Things to Remember:
- Persevere in Prayer, even when there seems to be no answer.
I Thess. 5:17: “Pray without ceasing.”
- Prayer is a vital part of spiritual warfare.
Ephesians 5:18 "Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints,"
- Prayer brings the assurance of God’s love and care during difficult times
I Peter 5:7 “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
Sermon from Calvary Baptist Church at Walnut, IA preached on March 5th, 2023.
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Daniel's Answered Prayer
Last week we saw Daniel's prayer, and today we will take a closer look at the answer he received. Like Daniel, we will learn that the future is about our redemption, and the faithfulness of God.
I. Daniel's Prayer is Answered 9:20-23
A. How was it answered
B. When did it happen
C. Why – you are greatly loved
D. What – he came to give him understanding and insight of what was to come.
II. A Prophecy of Redemption 24-27
9:24 70 Weeks/490years To Accomplish 6 things.
A. To finish the transgression
B. To Put an end to sin
C. To atone for iniquity
D. To bring in everlasting righteousness
E. To seal both vision and prophet
F. To Anoint a Most holy Place
9:25 The temple be rebuilt the Messiah will come there will be 7 and 62 weeks.
7 weeks/49 years – The rebuilding of Jerusalem/Temple
62 weeks/434 years – Then the Messiah will be coming.
1 week/7 years – Tribulation, vs 26b-27
What does this all mean for Israel?
III. Does this have any meaning for us? 9.24
A. To finish the transgression
B. To Put an end to sin – He will defeat sin
C. To atone for iniquity – this is the work He did on the cross
D. To bring in everlasting righteousness – He is coming again to do this
E. To seal both vision and prophet – God's word is complete,
F. To Anoint a Most holy Place – He dwells within us through the Holy Spirit
Things to Consider:
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Pray pray pray...
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Remember God loves you. Remember this when you pray.
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Prayer is an Act of Trust. Trust in God's sovereign plan.
Sermon from Calvary Baptist Church at Walnut, IA
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I. The Context, Daniel 9:1-2:
When We Pray, Remember:
A. The Reliability of the Word of God
B. The Unfailing Faithfulness of God
II. The Prayer: Confession of Sin 9:3-15
A. Prayer and Pleas, 3
B. The Faithfulness of God, the unfaithfulness of Israel, 4-6
C. God’s Righteousness, Israel’s Unrighteousness, 7-8
D. God’s Mercy, Israel’s rebellion, 9-10
E. Israel’s continued rebellion in spite of God’s continued deliverance. 11-15
III. The Appeal for Restoration 16-19
A. Daniel’s humble request 16-17
B. Daniel’s passionate request 18-19
Things to Consider:
- We All Have Sinned, Isaiah 53:6, Romans 3:23
- The Lord is right and just when He disciplines His children. Hebrews 12:6, Numbers 14:18
- Trust God’s Steadfast Love and Forgiveness, Psalms 103.11-12
- Pray Urgently, Passionately, Biblically,
In today's sermon, we will look at what Daniel's vision was of the future and how God fulfilled it through the works of wicked kings. Then I will make some relevant application as we remember that God's Word is applicable to our world today.
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Sermon preached on August 28, 2022, at Calvary Baptist Church, Walnut, IA
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Is there really joy in sinning? Well no... but there is joy in knowing that you have been forgiven of your sins by God. Through Jesus Christ we can be forgiven! Instead of the "joys" of sin, we can experience the true joy - the blessing - of knowing that our sins are covered. Find out more in today's message.
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This is the sermon from the morning of Sunday, July 3rd. It's a topical study on the church looking at what various Bible passages have to say about the Church. This week we looked at the identity and purpose of the church, and next week we'll look in more detail at some of the Dangers of the Church.
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Jesus used this Psalm while He hung on the cross. It still reminds us today that God will never forgive us nor forsake us - no matter how alone we feel.
I. When I Feel Abandoned, Psalm 22:1-5
II. When I Feel Attacked, Psalm 22:6-10
III. When I Feel Weary, Psalm 22:11-18
IV. I Will Remember, Psalm 22:19-21
A. I Will Remember What Faith Is
B. I Will Remember Jesus Understands Your Suffering
C. I Will Remember that We Can Be Confident in God's Deliverance
Psalm 130
1. Cry Out to God 1-2
2. Appeal to God 3-4
3. Hope in God 5-6
4. Invitation to Hope 7-8
Psalms 129: Which Way?
1. Those Who Love God 1-4
A. 1-2a, 3 The Affliction is real
B. 2b, 4 The Affliction will not succeed
2. Those Who Hate God 5-8
A. They will suffer ultimate defeat vs 5
B. Their Growth is useless, vs6-7
C. They will be outside of God's Blessing vs 8
Conclusion: Which Way?
Last week we looked at life without God was vain, and empty. Today we take a closer look at what life WITH God looks like.
Psalms 128
1. Where it begins, vs1
A. Blessed: what does it mean to be blessed?
B. Blessed is the one who fears God
C. Blessed is the one walks in His way
2. What it Produces vs2-4
A. Fruit in your life vs 2
B. Fruit in your family vs 3
C. God's Promise to us vs 4
3. How Far it reaches vs5-6
A. National Level vs5
B. To the next generation and on vs6
Psalm 127
1 Unless the Lord builds the house,
those who build it labor in vain.
Unless the Lord watches over the city,
the watchman stays awake in vain.
2 It is in vain that you rise up early
and go late to rest,
eating the bread of anxious toil;
for he gives to his beloved sleep.
3 Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord,
the fruit of the womb a reward.
4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior
are the children[a] of one's youth.
5 Blessed is the man
who fills his quiver with them!
He shall not be put to shame
when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.[b]
“Songs for the Weary Pilgrim: The Joy of the Lord” Psalm 126
1. Remembering Past Joy, 126:1-3
A. The Joy of the Lord is Awe-inspiring v1
B. The Joy of the Lord is Genuine v2a
C. The Joy of the Lord is God Glorifying v2b-3
2. Anticipating Future Joy 126:4-6
A. The Prayer for Restoration 4
B. The Reminder 5-6
3. Present Principles of Joy
A. The desert will not last forever.
B. The desert doesn't change our Father's love for us
C. The desert doesn't stifle present joy.
*Portions of this outline are adapted from the book "Longing for Home" by J. Stephen Yuille
Trusting God is far easier to say than to do... but it's always worth it.
Psalm 125 (ESV)
1 Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion,
which cannot be moved, but abides forever.
2 As the mountains surround Jerusalem,
so the Lord surrounds his people,
from this time forth and forevermore.
3 For the scepter of wickedness shall not rest
on the land allotted to the righteous,
lest the righteous stretch out
their hands to do wrong.
4 Do good, O Lord, to those who are good,
and to those who are upright in their hearts!
5 But those who turn aside to their crooked ways
the Lord will lead away with evildoers!
Peace be upon Israel!
Danger Ahead! Psalm 124
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The Danger is Great, Psalm 124:1-5
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The Deliverer is Greater, Psalm 124:6-7
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The Lessons Learned Psalm 124:8, Romans 8:31-32
Songs for the Weary Pilgrim #4
Psalms 123
What should we do when we are faced with injustice?
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Look to God for Help, 123:1
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Submit to God with Humility 123:2
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Anticipate Mercy from God 123:3-4
This is part 3 of a sermon series of the Psalms of Ascents, preached by Pastor Art Kilmer on June 20th, 2021 at Calvary Baptist Church in Walnut, IA. For more information about the church, go to www.cbcwalnut.com.
Where are We Going? Psalm 122
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David's Passion 122:1-2
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David's Praise 122:3-5
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David's Prayer 122: 6-9
Concluding Questions:
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Do we have joy for the presence of God?
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Do we have joy for worship?
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Do we have joy for prayer?