Sermons

1 Corinthians 15:4 - Raised on the Third Day by Olivet Baptist ChurchThe gospel is not just that Jesus died. It is that He rose from the dead. The resurrection was something that God knew would happen, so He wrote about it in the OT to get us ready to recognize the Christ. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Corinthians 15:1-3 by Olivet Baptist ChurchWe need to be reminded of the gospel. The gospel is simple, profound, and has an impact on all of the Christian life. Pastor Kevin Craft

Acts 3 - Giving Jesus by Olivet Baptist ChurchPeter and John were aware of what they didn't have, but they focused on what they did have - they had Jesus. And they gave what they had. Pastor Kevin Craft

Prayer by Olivet Baptist ChurchGuest Preacher David Dishong

Psalm 1 - Blessing in the Bible by Olivet Baptist ChurchBlessed is the man who... delights in the law of the Lord and meditates on it day and night. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 2:1-21 - A Savior, who is Christ, the Lord by Olivet Baptist ChurchThe angel proclaimed the gospel (good news) to the shepherds. And that good news is the Jesus is the Savior, Christ the Lord. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 1:9-18 - Why Christmas Matters by Olivet Baptist ChurchChristmas is not just a time for traditions and songs and gifts, but a time where we can remember the significance of Jesus being born. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 1:67-80 - What will this child be? by Olivet Baptist ChurchBefore it even happened, God was telling everyone what His plan was to bring salvation. And that plan involved Jesus and John. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 13 by Olivet Baptist ChurchJesus sets the example for what a servant must be: humble, cleansed, and following Jesus' example. Guest Preacher Caleb Twachtman

Philippians 4:6-7 - In Everything, Give Thanks by Olivet Baptist ChurchThankfulness is not only commanded, but it is good for us. It is modeled by people throughout the Bible as they give thanks to God in all circumstances. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Timothy 3:13 - Serving Well by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhat does God say about serving well? That's what we think about during this Deacon ordination service. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Kings 2:1-9 - Act Like Men by Olivet Baptist ChurchGod defines manhood. Part of that is biology, but it is also the role and character that a man should have. David tells Solomon 2 of those manly characteristics in this passage. Pastor Kevin Craft

Proverbs 31 - The Wise Woman by Olivet Baptist ChurchProverbs tells us how we should live when we are in a covenant relationship with God. That's what wisdom is. And this chapter shows us the goodness of the wise woman. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 20 - Belief in the Resurrection by Olivet Baptist ChurchThere were different experiences on the morning of the resurrection, but everyone ended up in the same place - believing that Jesus was alive. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 18:33-19:30 Good Friday by Olivet Baptist ChurchJesus was a different kind of King. He built His kingdom on the truth and He died as a substitute for our sins. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 12:12-19 Palm Sunday - Reactions to King Jesus by Olivet Baptist ChurchPalm Sunday is a celebration of Jesus the King. But in the midst of this celebration, there are different reactions from the groups that are seeing Jesus ride into Jerusalem on a donkey. Pastor Kevin Craft

Miracles of the Master, Signs of the Savior - pt 2 by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhen Jesus walks on water, Jesus is strengthening the disciples' faith and showing who they need to be seeking. Guest Preacher Caleb Twachtman

Miracles of the Master, Signs of the Savior - pt 1 by Olivet Baptist ChurchThe feeding of the 5,000 shows that Jesus is our supplier and provider. Guest Preacher Caleb Twachtman

Psalm 139:14 - God Fits the Days for Us by Olivet Baptist ChurchGod is fitting the days for us, so that everything we go through is exactly what He knows we need in that day. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Timothy 4:1-5 - Giving Thanks for Marriage and Food by Olivet Baptist ChurchEverything God created is good, and nothing is to be refused if it is received with thanksgiving, for it is made holy by the word of God and prayer. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Timothy 3:8-13 - Deacons who serve well by Olivet Baptist ChurchIn this Deacon ordination service, we remember what the Bible says about serving well. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 15 - Bearing Fruit by Olivet Baptist ChurchGuest Preacher Caleb Twachtman

Ephesians 6:4 - Fathers lead to Flourishing (Father's Day 2023) by Olivet Baptist ChurchGod presents a picture of fatherhood that is good and worth aspiring to because it is a reflection of how He is a father to us. Pastor Kevin Craft

Naomi in the book of Ruth by Olivet Baptist ChurchNaomi goes from fullness to emptiness to fullness. And in that process, God uses Ruth and the Redeemer to show His faithfulness and goodness to Naomi. Mother's Day 2023. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 20:9-18 - Jesus' Rejection and Exaltation by Olivet Baptist ChurchIt is entirely possible to be religious and still reject Jesus. That is the example we see with the religious leaders in this passage. But in the end, it isn't our religiosity that matters, what matters is how we respond to Jesus. Pastor Kevin Craft

2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Spiritual Warfare is Fought in the Thoughts by Olivet Baptist ChurchSatan's strongholds in this world are not physical. These verses says that they are thoughts, ideas, and arguments. And Christians are instructed to tear down these ideas and worldviews so that we may have a sincere and pure devotion to Jesus. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 2:8-20 - Great Fear and Great Joy by Olivet Baptist ChurchIt's against the backdrop of darkness that we see the beauty of the light. The good news of Jesus is no different, it shines it's brightest when we understand the depths of what the Savior and Lord delivers us from. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 1:67-79 - God's Promise to Abraham Fulfilled by Olivet Baptist ChurchZechariah heard that Jesus was coming, and he rejoiced. Why? Because he had read the Old Testament and knew that Jesus was the one who would bring the promises to pass, the promises that had been given long ago to Abraham. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 1:26-33 - You Have Found Favor With God by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhy was Mary highly favored? Why her and not someone else? What does it even mean to be favored by God? These questions are important because Jesus is the eternal King, and it matters whether the King looks on us with favor or not. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Peter 2:11-17 Sojourners and Exiles in this World by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhen we are saved, God transfers our citizenship from darkness to the kingdom of Jesus. That has implications for how we are supposed to live right now on earth. First and foremost, it means we are supposed to be holy. It also has implications for how we interact with government. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Corinthians 4:14-16 - Father's Day: Spiritual Fathers by Olivet Baptist ChurchThere are many guides, but not many fathers. A father does more than just pass on information. They are committed, examples, and will admonish when necessary. This is true not only for physical fathers, but even more so for spiritual fathers. God has given spiritual fathers to help carry on the role of discipleship. Pastor Kevin Craft

Exodus 3 - Guest Preacher Reagan Berry by Olivet Baptist ChurchAs Moses hears God from the burning bush, the identity of God becomes more important than how Moses views Himself. Guest Preacher Reagan Berry

1 Samuel 1 - Hannah: A Woman of Grace and Trust by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhen we're having a bad day, and someone says something insensitive, we tend to not be very gracious in response. When we go through trials from the hand of God, it may not be instinctive to draw near to God. But Hannah does both of these, pointing us to the good path that God has laid for Christians. Pastor Kevin Craft

John 4 - Uncommon Place, Uncommon People, Uncommon Message by Olivet Baptist ChurchGuest Preacher David Dishong

John 20 - Where is Jesus? by Olivet Baptist ChurchMore than once in John 20 the question is asked, "Where is Jesus?" The answer to that question matters is now and forever, for our souls and for our actions. Pastor Kevin Craft

Matthew 16:13-16 - Reagan Berry by Olivet Baptist ChurchThere are lots of different traditions for Christmas, but there's only one true reason for Christmas. In Jesus' time there were lots of ideas about who He was, but there was only one true Jesus. Reagan Berry

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Joy, Prayer, and Thanksgiving by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhat does God want us to experience everyday? Joy, communion with Him through prayer, and thankfulness. Pastor Kevin Craft

Psalm 78:1-8 - Faith For Future Generations by Olivet Baptist ChurchFulfilling the Great Commission means not only spreading the message of Jesus across space, but also across time - through generations to come. How does that happen? Psalm 78 gives us insight into the plan of Asaph to pass on the faith. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Timothy 3:8-13 - Character of a Servant by Olivet Baptist ChurchDeacons are not called to just complete tasks. They are called to have a certain character. This matters because as servants, we are modeling our life as a reflection of the Great Servant, Jesus. Pastor Kevin Craft

Acts 20:32 - 65th Anniversary: Truth for the Future by Olivet Baptist ChurchWhen Paul knew he wouldn't see the church in Ephesus anymore, he wanted them to hold onto two truths: God, through His word, would mature them and keep them. Pastor Kevin Craft

Jeremiah 21:8-10 - The Way of Life and the Way of Death by Olivet Baptist ChurchMark Twain said it wasn't the parts of the Bible that he didn't understand that bothered him, but the parts of the Bible that he did understand. Usually, the way of life and the way of death are clearly set before us. God calls us to choose the way of life and trust that He is telling the truth and leading us in the best way. Pastor Kevin Craft

Acts 6:1-7 - Responsible for Health by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorConflict has the ability to disrupt and derail any relationship. The church is no different. When conflict arose in the early church, they handled it in a certain way - by selecting seven men to lead out in problem-solving service. Pastor Kevin Craft

Matthew 18:1-4 Guest Preacher Reagan Berry by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorJesus says we need to have childlike faith. Childlike faith means that we trust God's word and we are excited by the message of the gospel. We have childlike faith, but not childlike maturity. Reagan Berry

Luke 20:19-26 - Government: Real and Limited Authority by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorWhat does the government have the authority to do? As Christians, how do we know if the government is overstepping, and what should we do when they are acting outside their authority? Why should we even submit to government in the first place? Jesus' interaction with the religious leaders helps us think about how to interact with the government. Pastor Kevin Craft

Ephesians 5:23 - Head of the Family (Father's Day) by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on Anchor"You're running around like a chicken with its head cut off!" Not having a head is not good; it is not life-giving. One cannot thrive without a head. The Bible says that Jesus is the head of the church, and the husband is the head of the wife. And so on this Father's day, we want to think about what it means to be the head. You could sum it up in a word - leadership. Pastor Kevin Craft

Colossians 1:15-23 God's Grand Plan by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorWhen you hike to the top of a mountain, often you'll look out and see a majestic view. And that grandeur and beauty moves you. This passage in Colossians is a passage that gives us one of those grand views of history and how God's plan throughout history has been focused on Jesus. Pastor Kevin Craft

1 Peter 3:1-7 - The Godly Wife (Mother's Day) by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorClothing styles come and go and come again. But there are some fashions that never fade. God tells us what characteristics are always in style for a godly wife and how a wife can best influence her husband toward godliness. This is a picture of a godly woman who hopes in God. Pastor Kevin Craft

Acts 2:22-36 - Death Could Not Hold Him by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorChrist is risen! Peter's first sermon declared that Jesus proved He was the Lord and Messiah not just because He had died, but because He rose from the dead. His resurrection not only left us an example, but delivered us from the power of death. Pastor Kevin Craft

Mark 15 - The Silence of God by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorSilence can be something that we enjoy. Silence can be something that we dread. It can give us rest from external noise, but it can also amplify what is inside of us. Jesus is not unfamiliar with silence. He shows us the power of composed silence and He experienced the silence of God. He did all of this in His death so that we would not have to experience the silence of God. Pastor Kevin Craft

Providence: God's Guiding Hand by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorNothing happens by accident in God’s world. God's guiding hand is behind everything that is going on around us and in us. This should lead us to complain less, worry less, hope more, and worship more as we understand more of the scope of God's wisdom and power. [This was recorded during our parking lot service, so the wind interfered with the audio some] Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 11:1-13: Teach Me To Pray by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorPrayer gives us insight into our hearts and is a normal means that God uses to train our hearts to desire what He desires. When we pray, Jesus says we should focus on God's glory instead of on ourselves. We have the confidence that our prayers will be heard and answered by a good Father who always gives us what is best. Pastor Kevin Craft

Nehemiah 8:1-12: We Need The Word of God by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorWhat do we truly need? Often this question is answered with a pyramid of needs, starting with physical needs, and safety needs, and then belonging and love and self-esteem needs. This hierarchy of needs is what saturates our culture. But the Bible announces to us a different perspective on what we truly need. This passage in Nehemiah demonstrates what the people truly needed. Pastor Kevin Craft

Luke 2:8-21: A Savior Who is Christ the Lord by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorWhat is the best news that you could hear this week? In Luke 2, the angel announces to the shepherds the best news of great joy - that Jesus, the Savior, the Christ, the Lord, has been born. This is the good news of Christmas, and it is good news of great joy for us right now. Pastor Kevin Craft

Isaiah 11:1-10 by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorGod's often uses what is overlooked and undervalued to display His power and wisdom. Isaiah prophesies a coming King who would have wisdom and power, but who would also be humble and replace oppressive rule with a easy and light yoke. This coming King would also bring righteousness and peace, and would draw all the nations to Himself. Pastor Kevin Craft

God Wants to Hear You Sing by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorAssociate Pastor Mike Rodrigue

All Because of Amazing Grace by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorAssociate Pastor Mike Rodrigue

Genesis 9:5-7: Society, Government, and the Church by Olivet Baptist Church • A podcast on AnchorGod values life. God commands society and ordains government to value life through justice and human flourishing. The church, as an embassy of the kingdom of God, is the place where these values should be on display for the world to see. Pastor Kevin Craft

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