Homeland Park Baptist Church

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Homeland Park Baptist Church

Episodes

  • The Haunting of Jonah

    This episode discusses God's call as an inescapable reality that demands an intentional response. A sermon outline is available.

  • A Life Without Fear

    This episode is a sermon outline from Homeland Park Baptist Church titled "A Life Without Fear," based on the idea that one must be ready to lose their life to fully live it.

  • Lazarus

    This sermon discusses how God's love is demonstrated not by spoiling individuals, but by making them more like Him. It suggests that times of perceived slowness or sadness are opportunities for God to offer comfort, strengthen faith, and r…

  • Is Your Faith Half Finished? (Luke 17:11-19)

    The episode "Is Your Faith Half Finished?" contrasts transactional faith, where individuals accept benefits without acknowledging the source, with relational faith, which seeks a connection with the divine. It uses the biblical account of…

  • Pride Uses People, Humility Values Them (Luke 14:1-14)

    This sermon, based on Luke 14:1-14, discusses pride and humility. It explains that pride serves self-interest by using people, whereas humility values individuals as made in God's image and attends to their needs.

  • When Jesus Breaks What Binds

    Jesus frees the oppressed, heals the suffering, and confronts our misplaced priorities. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49558978 (Do To Winter Weather, In Person Services Were Cancelled. This broadcast was shared on facebook live.)

  • Satan Will Do All He Can To Blind You To the Divinity of Jesus

    Satan attempts to imprison us by blinding us to the truth, but true freedom is found when we recognize Jesus as the Stronger Man who has already conquered the enemy. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49555643 (Do To Winter Weather,…

  • Jesus Heals Those Who Are Broken

    Like Jairus and the bleeding woman, we all face moments of profound brokenness—in our health, our relationships, our plans, and even our faith. These two stories show how Jesus can meet us in our desperation, with a genuine and believing t…

  • Jesus Drives Out an Evil Spirit From a Man in Capernaum (Mark 1:21–27; Luke 4:31–36)

    Jesus’ authority is unmatched and unprecedented among any physical or spiritual being or force that is seen or unseen and demands our obedience because He is worthy of it! Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49456428

  • Jesus Heals An Official's Son at Capernum (John 4:43-54)

    Desperate times can lead to a deeper, more active, and ultimately shared faith in Jesus Christ! Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49452949

  • Jesus Turns Water Into Wine (John 2:1-12)

    Jesus’ first miracle at a wedding in the small mountain town of Cana, where He transformed water into wine, serves the launch of His earthly ministry that brought God His father glory and strengthened His disciples' faith, thereby symboliz…

  • Transformational Understanding (Psalm 119:169-176; Romans 12:2)

    The Word of God transforms our understanding by learning to think and act according to God's will for our lives instead of our default sinful nature. Through the lens of God's Word we learn to see the world and ourselves as God sees us. Se…

  • Giving Weight To God (Psalm 119:153-160)

    By giving more weight (priority) to God and His Word, earthly powers and authorities to hold less weight with us. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49443660

  • Wholehearted Prayer

    A healthy relationship with God requires an intimate connection through wholehearted prayer. This enables one to witness the fulfillment of God's promises and experience profound spiritual growth. God's boundless love is evident in the gif…

  • God Is About To Do Something New

    Do not dwell on past victories or current struggles; instead, focus on the future and the new work God has planned for you. God will honor you if you believe in Him, and you should honor Him by living a faith forward-looking life. Sermon O…

  • The Intersection of Faith and Politics

    Christians have a God-given responsibility to submit to governing authorities and to conduct themselves with love, integrity, and respect toward others, recognizing that ultimate allegiance belongs to God. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com…

  • A Call To Faithfulness

    Faithfulness to our spouse, and church is affected by a love and commitment to God, which leads us to share that love with others thereby answering God's call for faithfulness. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49338853

  • Does Honoring God Include Half-Hearted Worship?

    Neglecting God’s instructions demonstrates a lack of respect and honor towards God. How will we ever expect others to honor God in our worship if our lives do not give proof of the same? Malachi issues God’s warning to remain faithful in y…

  • Keeping Your Head Above Water

    Even when fear and doubt cause us to lose sight of Jesus during times of testing, He remains with us, offering rescue for those who call upon Him. Today’s passage reminds us that true faith is not the absence of fear but rather the choice…

  • Following Jesus (With The Lord's Supper)

    The Lord's Supper is a time to examine ourselves and our commitment to follow Jesus, no matter where that road may lead us and who we walk that road with. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49325422

  • Godly Living Now Brings Eternal Rewards

    As the "Day of The Lord" (His Return to Earth) approaches, we, as believers, have the criticial responsibility to prepare ourselves and guide others toward readiness. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49321371

  • What Do You Want Me To Do For You?

    True faith requires trusting in Jesus, even when we cannot see the outcome. It moves us to act on that trust by boldly approaching Jesus with our needs, knowing that He hears our cries and responds with compassion and power. This type of f…

  • Live In A Way That Pleases God

    Living a life that pleases God is a process called Sanctification (Pursuing Holiness). It's a journey filled with victories and failures, struggles, and blessings. Through his Son, who resides in our hearts, God declares us righteous. Bein…

  • Love and Affliction

    Our love for God and one another will be the bond that holds us in Him while we go through affliction. God is using this affliction to grow our faith and connection with Him and others. Sermon Outline at http://bible.com/events/49311338

  • Enough Is Enough!

    In a world where fulfillment evades many, contentment stands as our ultimate blessing, transcending the boundaries of salvation. It is the gateway to inner peace, which in turn ushers in a profound sense of fulfillment. Our focus holds the…

  • Saying Goodbye To Our Hero

    Through his unwavering trust in God's provision and purpose, Abraham's life journey embodies the essence of a true hero, leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49297910

  • Praying For Success and Putting In The Work To See God Move

    Much prayer and effort went into Abraham's search for Isaac's wife. His servant made an incredible journey to find the wife God was providing for Isaac. Will we put in the effort to see God answer our prayers? Sermon Outline @! http://bibl…

  • Grief, Blessings and Faith

    The assumption that Christians who grieve are not trusting God enough is unfounded and unbiblical. God's story of Abraham, who lost his wife at the ripe old age of 120, beautifully illustrates this. Grief is an inherent part of having fait…

  • This Is A Test!

    Through tests, we can assess our growth and identify areas for improvement. At crucial moments in our lives, God puts us to the test to reveal the depth of our faith and the strength of our character. These tests often present challenges t…

  • God Keeps His Promises!

    God's promises are unwavering. Although their fulfillment might not align with our expectations or make sense at the moment, our role is to remain obedient. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49285368

  • God Is Faithful Even When We Are Not!

    We often face the draw to return to sins we believed we had conquered. It is a genuine temptation that can lead us astray. However, God's unwavering faithfulness stands in stark contrast to our human tendency to repeat mistakes. As we delv…

  • Too Far Gone (Part Two)

    The compromises we make today will have a negative impact on our future and those we love and influence. Ask God to show you today the areas of compromise in your life for the purpose of removing them before you and those you love are too…

  • Too Far Gone (Part One)

    When consitently reject God's instructions on how to live, you will reap God's judgment from making poor choices. Sermon Outlline @ http://bible.com/events/49271683

  • Intercession: Standing Up For Others

    God has given believers an opportunity to intercede for those in need and in danger of judgment. Will you intercede on their behalf? Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49268463

  • The Benefits of Obedience

    True obedience requires a total commitment to God in all areas of our lives. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49261573

  • Finding Assurance In Uncertainty

    Life is uncertain for everyone, including Christians. Many times we reluctantly fight against uncertainty instead of leaning into it with our trust in God. When we let go of our desire to understand and control uncertainty we must trust Go…

  • Abram To The Rescue

    The battle between the Rebel Kings and Kedorlaomer's forces serves as a backdrop to show the need for Lot's rescue. The story highlights the illusion of control that people often have over their lives and how life events beyond their contr…

  • Have You Ever Wanted A Do Over?

    Do you ever wish God would give you a do over? He will! Learn from Abraham's life where God gave him a second chance to make right choices to follow His will. This renewed commitment gave Abraham the fresh start he needed to fulfill God's…

  • Abraham: An Imperfect Hero

    Biblical heroes are everyday people whom God uses for His purposes. Abraham, for example, had flaws but became a hero of faith. Though you may not feel like a hero, someone sees you as one. Accept God's call and let Him use you despite you…

  • When God Calls You Must Answer

    The greatest interruption that occurs in a person’s life is for God to call them to salvation and service. God pulls us out of our comfortable lives to begin a journey that will enrich our life with purpose, bless others and change the wor…

  • The Road Only Jesus Could Walk

    God had a plan from the very beginning of time to rescue you from the sins that so easily restrain and trip you up. God sent His one and only son Jesus to die for our sins. Only Jesus could be the perfect sacrifice because He was 100% huma…

  • How Do I Get Up When I Fall?

    A Christian should never give up on their faith, even when they have fallen short, because God is always there to forgive and help them get back on their feet. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49221707

  • Focus On The Cross

    The transformative power of the cross is the central theme of Christianity, offering believers a new life through faith in Jesus Christ. Sermon Outline @ http://bible.com/events/49218595

  • We Harvest What We Plant

    The saying "What you reap is what you sow" speaks to the cycle of cause and effect in our actions. Our world is corrupted by sin where selfish human desires drive everything. People seeking to serve themselves first can be seen in every ar…

  • No Greater Love

    No Greater Love Produces Biblical Fruit And Love For Other Believers As Much As Being Connected To Jesus! Sermon Outline @ https://events.bible.com/en/event/edit/49211599/share

  • What Happened In The Garden, Didn't Stay In The Garden

    Sin is a powerful force that seeks to keep us separated from God. Separated from a relationship with God, to keep our fellowship estranged and ultimately to keep us from being with Him in Heaven once again for eternity. We must understand…

  • The Great Divide and Our Need For A Savior

    This morning’s lesson from the garden teaches us to be careful about the voices we listen to. Last week we established that Satan is our enemy who seeks to destroy us because we are precious to God. He uses deception and our own emotional…

  • The Danger of Disciples Only Serving Themselves

    As believers if we only serve those around us in the church, we are neglecting the very people in the community that God has given us to serve. If our only priority is meeting our own needs and of those we already know, we will never see t…

  • Satan Seeks To Destroy All That God Creates

    God established a relationship with you and I as His greatest creation. He designed us to have a relationship with Him that included a balance of work and rest and love and service. Balance in those areas lead us to live a life that please…

  • You Were Made In The Image of God

    Your value is found in the love and care God showed for you in your creation. Your purpose is found in serving Him which is what we all were created for. This is where we find true fulfillment and our ultimate reward. Sermon Outline @ http…