Sermons on Tom Lawson:

The Good News Of Peace With God Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Mar 27, 2005

The Easter story as told by Peter to Cornelius in Acts 10.

The Good News of Peace with God Easter 2005 Michael Green writes the truth when he says: "Christianity does not hold the resurrection to be one among many tenets of belief. Without faith in the resurrection--there would be no Christianity at all. The Jesus Movement would have fizzled out like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stephen The Witness And Martyr Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Stephen is a model for us of a Holy Spirit directed witness.

Stephen the Witness and Martyr Acts 6:8—8:1 Intro: There is a Conspiracy of Silence in so many churches… Thinking that we can merely live good Christian lives as our witness, without telling people the why: telling about Jesus Christ. God’s acts have always needed explanation to be clear. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hope, Love And The Trinity

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Our hope for healing and wholeness is found in the love of God demonstrated in the eternal fellowship of the Trinity. Also Jn. 1:1-4, 14:13-21; Rom. 8:18-39

Hope, Love and the Trinity (Praise & Healing Service Message, 2/20/05) There are 2 “In the beginnings” in Scripture. (Gen. 1 and John 1) Gen. 1:1-2 Why did God create the world and us? Did He have a need? He needed an outlet for His love? Some suggest that. But it almost implies a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resurrection Good News

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Apr 17, 2006

The meaning of the Resurrection for us today from Romans 8:31-39

Resurrection Good News (adapted from the outline of chp. 17 in Max Lucado’s book, The Grip of Grace.) Read Romans 8:18-39 (though the focus will be on 8:31-39) INTRO. I heard about an atheist who was a little bit upset because of all the holidays that people of faith celebrated. He said to a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

By Scripture Alone Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006

One of the basic questions of the Reformation was where does our authority come from? Answer: From Scripture alone.

By Scripture Alone John 5:30-47 Four key questions of Protestantism: How is a person saved? Where does religious authority lie? What is the church? What is the essence of Christian living? Luther’s new answers: Salvation by faith alone, not by works. Religious authority is not in the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trust And Obey

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006

Five principles about interpreting Scripture, especially prophetic passages.

As an evangelical Christian, I have a high view of the authority of Scripture. I do believe the Bible is God’s Word to us. It is revelation from God in human words, not merely human ideas about God. That is why it is authoritative. In the language of 2 Timothy 3:15-17, the Bible is “…the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grateful To God

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006

We are people who have been blessed beyond measure, and people who NEED to give thanks to the giver of all good gifts.

Thanksgiving Eve - Psalm 100:1-5 Harriet Martineau was an atheist. One morning she & a friend stepped out into the glories of a beautiful fall morning. As she saw the brilliant sun peaking through the haze, & the frost on the meadow, & the brightly colored leaves making their way lazily to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Baptism Of The Baptized Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 17, 2004

The meaning of Pentecost, God pouring out His Spirit to empower the mission from Jesus to go into all the world as His witnesses to make disciples from all nations.

A children’s catechism class was learning the Apostles Creed. Each child had been assigned a sentence to repeat. The first one said, “I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.” The second child said, “I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son…” When he had completed his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Still Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

This is a training course in intercessory prayer. It is a prayer strategy based on 12 Biblical Steps of Intercession. This intercessory prayer time is to be divided into two parts: INTIMACY and then INTERCESSION.

series: Intercessory Prayer Training Topic: Intimacy with God Twelve Biblical Steps to Intercession This is a training course in intercessory prayer. It is a prayer strategy based on 12 Biblical Steps of Intercession. This intercessory prayer time is to be divided into two parts: INTIMACY and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Confession Of Sin Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

We cannot pay the penalty of our sins. The penalty or "wage of sin is death." Therefore God has provided a better way. We lay our sins on Jesus. Isaiah 53 But what happens to confessed sins?

Series: Intercessory Prayer Training - Lesson 2 Topic; Confession of sin Last week we began a spiritual journey on intercession. The objective of this lesson is to enable us to be more effective in our prayer lives. It is designed to take us from praying for 60 seconds to at least 60 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

Psalm 100 is an excellent guide for entering the presence of God. "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise: Be thankful unto him, and bless His name." Unthankfulness and silence curses God’s name. It brings him shame.

Series: Intercessory Prayer Training - Topic : Give Thanks Last week we began a spiritual journey on intercession. The objective of this lesson is to enable us to be more effective in our prayer lives Today we want look at lesson number 3 give thanks. Hebrews 12;28 therefore since we ...read more

Clothe Yourself In His Armor Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

There is a “Principle of Position” that we all need to learn. It is the principle that though we all fall far short of the glory of God, God himself has made provision for us. His provision is that we can put on Christ. We wear his righteousness, his white robe, his crown, his authority.

Intercessory Prayer Training - lesson 4 Topic: Clothe Yourself In His Armor Clothe Yourself In His Armor What is the first thing you do after taking a bath? Get dressed! I am so glad provision has been made for our nakedness! God commands us to “Put on”, as elect ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Cast Your Burdens Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

We cannot properly intercede for others until we have cleared away the baggage of personal concerns, needs, and cares

Intercessory Prayer Training - lesson 5 Topic: Cast Your Burdens Step 5 – Cast Your Burdens Ps. 55:22 Cast your burden on the Lord...He shall sustain you. Phil. 4:6 In everything...let your requests be made known unto God. I Pet.5:7 Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. Job ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22

Worship God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

Worship is not a quiet thing. It demands expression both verbally and physically. cherubim do it constantly before the throne. Worship is our invitation to join them.

Intercessory Prayer Training - lesson 6 Topic: Worship God Step 4 – Worship “The Father seeks such to worship him.” “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeks such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:3

The Role Of A Watchman Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

The role of an intercessor is mirrored in the responsibilities of the ancient watchmen of Jerusalem.

topic: The Role of a Watchman “Pray Without Ceasing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17) The role of an intercessor is mirrored in the responsibilities of the ancient watchmen of Jerusalem. The watchmen stood guard on the walls of the holy city 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They were the eyes and ears ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12