Sermons from 2012 (Page 3)
Resurrection and A Great Contrast
Easter Conference 2012 – GOSPEL – Elton Fairfield preaches on the significance of the death and resurrection of Christ; Frank Sona closes with a look at a great contrast – man not willing to come to Christ, and God not willing that man should go from Him. (Preached: 8th April 2012)
2012 Easter Conference Hymn Singing (Part 1/3)
PART 1 – 2012 Easter Conference Hymn Singing (54 mins) from Easter Monday: “To God Be The Glory”, “I’m Not Ashamed to Own My Lord”, “How Great Thou Art”, “Nought Have I Gotten”, “Gathered to Thy Name Lord Jesus”, “Lord We Adore Him Who Came From Thy Side”, “Come Let Us Sing The Song of Songs”, “We Come O God On This Thy Day”, “Lord E’en To Death Thy Love Could Go”, “He Dies He Dies The Lowly Man of…
My Conversion and Call to Japan
Easter Conference 2012 – Elton Fairfield relates his conversion to God as a boy in Vancouver, and his call to serve the Lord in the land of Japan. He recounts the real difficulties and struggles he and his family faced, with language, culture and other often trying aspects of missionary service. (Preached: 7th April 2012)
How I Found the Assembly
Easter Conference 2012 – Frank Sona relates his journey from one church to another until he eventually found, through his own study of the Bible, the pattern of New Testament assembly order and practice, and took his place in such a gathering in Iowa, USA. (Preached: 7th April 2012)
Going for Gold (22 mins)
John McCann preaches on “going for gold”. He gives a challenging word on “gold and our worship” (Matt 2), “gold and our work” (1 Cor 3) and “gold and our wealth” (Rev 2). He emphasises the need for quality, not quantity, in service for God (Message preached 25th March 2012)
The Sin of Jealousy (49 mins)
Philip Kaye preaches on the sin of Miriam and Aaron in Numbers 12. Behind their complaint against Moses in connection with marriage lay a deeper issue – a jealous and critical spirit, bent on bringing him down from the position that God had given him. A challenging message on how jealousy and bitterness can hinder an assembly’s progress (Message preached 16th Feb 2012)
Conducting Conversational Bible Readings (31 mins)
Ian Jackson give guidance as to opening and contributing in local assembly conversational Bible Readings. He explains the need to prepare by studing the context, the verses and the words of the chosen passage. Any brother “leading the Reading” should read distinctly, give a short opening, move the conversation steadily through the verses and ensure with the Lord’s help that everyone goes home helped and edified (Message preached 12th Feb 2012)
The Gospel Message (25 mins)
Ian Jackson preaches a “back to basics” gospel message giving a clear, straightforward and challenging presentation of three key Bible texts: 1 Timothy 1:15 – “Christ Jesus Came into the World to Save Sinners” Isaiah 53:5 – “But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes we are healed.” John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten…
Conducting Gospel Meetings (53 mins)
Ian Jackson preaches on conduct and order in connection with gospel meetings. He touches on practical issues in connection with preaching, such as the use of the human voice and intelligent interaction with one’s audience. In a wide-ranging message, he deals with the need for punctuality, dignity in delivery and dress, avoidance of long public prayers, what kind of hymns are useful, and the impact of sincere welcomes and handshakes. A most practical message. (Message preached 11th Feb 2012)
Preparation and Preaching (51 mins)
Ian Jackson gives wise and challenging counsel on how to prepare for handling the word of God, and how to publicly preach it. He speaks of the essential preparation of both the soul of the preacher, and the sermon itself. He distinguishes between “speaking” and “preaching”. Included is advice on how to structure a message, the use of notes, the need for eye contact, a hearty spirit, clarity, humility and other vital ingredients (Message preached 11th Feb 2012)
How to study the Bible (67 mins)
Ian Jackson exhorts his audience to diligently and reverently read and study the Bible that we might be fitted to worship and serve the Lord for His glory. He outlines a helpful system of study that involves repeated reading, note taking, word studies, the use of Bible dictionaries and concordances and other helps. He issues a powerful challenge and warns “There is no short cut to gaining a thorough grasp of scripture” (Message preached 10th Feb 2012)
Daily Prayers, Readings and Devotions (70 mins)
Ian Jackson preaches on the biggest thing in the Christian life – a personal consistent walk with the Lord, through prayer and Bible reading. As well as giving helpful hints on the practical side of prayer and reading, he outlines the vital need for devotion and the importance of the Word in our lives, for instruction, growth, guidance, sanctification and discernment (Message preached 9th Feb 2012)
Aaron as a Type of Christ (47 mins)
TYPES OF CHRIST Part 4 – Peter Scarsbrook preaches on Aaron and the office of Israel’s High Priest as a type of Christ. He combines doctrinal content with practical exhortations and encouragements from this fascinating subject (Message preached 2nd Feb 2012)
David as a Type of Christ (43 mins)
TYPES OF CHRIST Part 3 – Peter Scarsbrook preaches very helpfully on David – from shepherd boy to King over all Israel – as a choice Old Testament type of Christ, great David’s greater Son (Message preached 26th Jan 2012)
The Ark of the Covenant as a Type of Christ (43 mins)
TYPES OF CHRIST Part 2 – Peter Scarsbrook preaches on the ark of the covenant – its construction, purpose, contents and movements. He expounds the ark’s rich typology and explains various lessons to be learnt from it in connection with worship and service (Message preached 19th Jan 2012)