Sermons on Dr Ralph Wilson:

God Is Building God's Kingdom

Contributed by Amanda Wilson on Aug 26, 2007

This sermon compares the building of the city of Babel in Genesis 11 with the building of the Kingdom of God as described in Acts 1-2 to demonstrate the requirements of building God’s kingdom.

God Is Building God’s Kingdom Have you ever wanted to be part of a really unified community of people? Part of a community that planned and worked together to make something really significant? Part of a community that other people would look at and say, “Hey, I like what you’re doing – I want to ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Man Behind Christmas

Contributed by Roger Wilson on Dec 16, 2005

An exploration of the human side of Christ

Luke 1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:6-33

Every Doeg Has His Day!

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 18, 2007

Doeg the Edomite is guilty of telling half-truths and committing a great atrocity at Nob. Psalm 52 is David’s response to this evil man’s sinful actions.

Grant Avenue Baptist Church 2215 Grant Avenue Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (310) 376-7890 Pastor David Wilson Pastor’s Cell Phone 310) 213-4586 Deacon Mike Chavez (310) 379-9058 abimilech@ca.rr.com Every Doeg Has His Day I Samuel 21:1-9 The context of this event is that David has just been warned ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Goodwill Should Be Extended All Year Round

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Dec 23, 2006

Proclaiming the message of Peace on Earth and goodwill to all mankind - the true meaning of the message.

“Glory to God in the highest and on earth, peace and goodwill to all mankind.” Glory to God indeed, as this Christmas Eve we gather, in preparation, we wait in anticipation; we wait eagerly wondering what tomorrow morning will bring to us, our families and our friends. We have become a little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Congregational

Choosing Sides- Recognizing Opposition Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Mar 29, 2004

This simple outline focuses on Paul’s experiences with the Thessalonians and Bereans and conflict and recognizing sides in a conflict.

At times, the right and wrong of an issue which divides is not clear. Often, we can use this checklist to determine who is acting in an ungodly manner. Character of Ungodly Opposition 1) Ungodly opposition is characterized by being emotionally driven. The Thessalonian Jews were "Jealous" ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hurry Up, God!

Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 15, 2010

David's prayer is that God will hurry up and deliver him from persecution. However, his life also demonstrated submission to God by not taking matters into his own hands.

Psalm 70 As we begin, I want to advise you that this Psalm is a repetition, almost word for word, of the last part of Psalm 40. This theme was so important to David, he included it in two of his Psalms. VS. 1 Hurry Up, God! When we try to rush God’s Timing it is because we feel an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 70:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Staging Interventions!

Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 18, 2010

A.A. and N.A. believe that they invented the Intervention! However, it is a Biblical concept practiced in the early church!

Interventions: From Hebrews 10:24-25 "And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching." Have you ever heard of an ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Tortoise And The Hare- Trip Wires To Beware!

Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 7, 2011

In running the race set before us- we must be aware of dangerous trip wires that will keep us from moving forward in our quest for godliness.

The Tortoise and the Hare While the real text that we’re going to deal with begins in Hebrews 12:12—it is so important to see the context of this chapter. It extends back a few chapters. Hebrews has a double-edged theme. On one hand the author is proclaiming that Christ is so much ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason For Christmas

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Dec 27, 2011

A look at the reason for Christmas and why Christmas is necessary.

“The Reason for Christmas” Genesis 3:1-19 Introduction: “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens I. The Crime of Vengeance The Trap is Set (1-3) • Eve is approached by a serpent, but this serpent was in fact Satan. Many times temptation comes in disguise. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Realization Of Christmas

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Dec 27, 2011

Propecy is fulfilled and a Saviour is born.

Recap of Last Week’s Message-- The Reason for Christmas (Gen. 3:15) The Realization of Christmas (Luke 2:1-20)-- Luke 2:1-20 Introduction May well be the most familiar and beloved portion all the Gospels. The story is old, but it is ever new; and Christians never tire of it. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Hammered Home

Contributed by Steve Wilson on May 10, 2012

This is a Monologue about how God grew John Mark into a mighty effective minister for the Lord

HAMMERED HOME Acts 15:36-38; II Tim. 4:9-11 [John Mark] Background: 1. Read Scripture 2. Introduce the sermon by stating: “Imagine, if you would, a gathering of Roman believers. The time is A.D.63 or 64. Due to an increase ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Continuing The Journey

Contributed by Steve Wilson on May 10, 2012

We have an obligation to continue the Lord's mission on earth to reach our Jerusalem and beyond.

CONTINUING THE JOURNEY Luke 9:51 Introduction • This verse begins the last 6 months of Jesus ministry before He died on the cross for us. • From here through chapter 21 the emphasis shifts from miracles to parables, from deeds to words. • Everything about His life is centered on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again?

Contributed by David Wilson on May 17, 2012

Jesus shares with Nicodemus the need to be born again as the basis for righteousness, spirtual perception, and eternal life.

VERSES 1-2 A Visit at night Nicodemus approaches Jesus by night. We need to remember that in the days before electricity people did not usually run around at night. There are only two assumptions we can make about Nicodemus visiting Christ at night and both of them are reasonable. First, that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Nevertheless Of His Caring Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on May 31, 2012

This is the first sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

THE NEVERTHELESS OF HIS CARING John 11 (KJV) Introduction • [Illus] – A bank was opening a new branch office and flowers were ordered to celebrate the occasion. After the ribbon cutting an upset business man was on the phone with the florist. “Charles”, he said, “we will never do business with you ...read more

Scripture: John 11:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Nevertheless Of His Commitment Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Jun 6, 2012

This is the second sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

THE NEVERTHELESS OF HIS COMMITMENT Luke 13:31-35 KJV Introduction • [Illus] – About 2,300 years ago Alexander the Great marched his army from Greece to India. Though the distance was long, his army was unstoppable. The only reason he stopped was that his men became homesick and wanted to return ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist