Sermons on Tom Lawson:

Keep Your Focus

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 26, 2019

The wind always blows around us. The mighty storm comes sooner or later. We have no choice or control over when the storm comes, so how do we keep our focus?

TITLE: KEEP YOUR FOCUS SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 14:22-33 Of all the narratives in the NT, I know of none more beloved than this narrative of Peter walking on water in this powerful text. No doubt you have heard it before, and our children know it by heart, but somehow, we never grow tired of it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

The G.o.a.t

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 9, 2019

Who is the greatest man that’s ever been born? Who would be considered the G.O.A.T. when it comes to everyone who has ever lived? Jesus answers this question and leaves no room for debate.

TITLE: THE G.O.A.T. SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 11:11 In sports there’s an acronym used to describe the greatest of all time -- It’s the word GOAT - GREATEST OF ALL TIME…G.O.A.T. • Many believe in Basketball that Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time. Some vote for LeBron or Wilt Chamberlain, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Tears Of A Crown

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 19, 2019

The sad reality is knowing Christians in America hold diverse views about guns and gun culture.

TITLE: THE TEARS OF A CROWN SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 53:3a We have all watched in horror as the news media has replayed the events of two weeks ago and we have watched it over and over again on our television sets. A man walks into a local Wal-Mart in El Paso, Tx and takes the lives of 22 people and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Went With Them

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 19, 2017

SO, WE HAVE TWO THOUGHTS HERE. Jewish Elders tell Jesus this man Is Worthy - Roman Centurions friends tell Jesus that - He Is Not Worthy - Which one is it? - Either he is Worthy or He is Not

TITLE: JESUS WENT WITH THEM SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 7:1-10 Have you ever been in a grocery store and had the privilege of watching a child who does not understand who is in charge? The mother would say, “PUT THAT CANDY BACK,” and the child would say, “NO,” and then rip the package open. The mother ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Check Your Moral Compass

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 21, 2017

The events in Charlottesville, Va., last weekend highlighted racism and fear are still present in our country and communities.

TITLE: CHECK YOUR MORAL COMPASS SCRIPTURE: II CHRONICLES 7:14 / II CHRONICLES 33:10-16 / II KINGS 23:26-27 / II KINGS 21:16 The events in Charlottesville, Va., last weekend highlighted racism and fear are still present in our country and communities. The carrying of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Day The Sun Stood Still

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 28, 2017

Joshua realized it was the will of God for him to have victory in the battle. VICTORY IS THE WILL OF GOD but at some point in your life there has to be a time that you realize the will of God is to GET UP AND FIGHT.

TITLE: THE DAY THE SUN STOOD STILL SCRIPTURE: JOSHUA 10:6-14 On this past Monday, August 21st, all of North America, millions of people were treated to see one of nature’s most wondrous spectacles. Anyone within the path of totality was able to see one of nature’s most awe inspiring sights – a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

No Tripping Allowed

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 11, 2017

Simple thought -- IF TRIPPING IS NOT ALLOWED IN FOOTBALL, a game where people are supposed to be knocking each other down, it CERTAINLY SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED IN CHURCH, a place where people should be helping and holding one another other up.

TITLE: NO TRIPPING ALLOWED SCRIPTURE: I CORINTHIANS 8:1-13 / ROMANS 14:1-12 Autumn is approaching and begins in just 12 days. With this change of seasons it also means there will be lots of football games on television. College football season has already begun, therefore; at least occasional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Make Church Great Again

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 25, 2017

I believe the only way our Nation can rise above its challenges is if the Church becomes great again!

TITLE: MAKE CHURCH GREAT AGAIN SCRIPTURE: I TIMOTY 3:15 Next month, during the month of October we will dedicate the entire month for a “membership drive.” I will preach for the month on the importance as Jesus urged us to “compel them to come.” Oftentimes we think all we must do is sit in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Takin' It To The Streets

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 10, 2017

The Great Commission has turned into what some have labeled the Great Omission

TITLE: TAKIN’ IT TO THE STREETS SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 28:19-20 We continue in this month long campaign – “COMPEL THEM TO COME IN” – I call your attention this morning to a very familiar passage of Scripture oftentimes referred as “THE GREAT COMMISSION.” Turn with me to ST. MATTHEW 28:19-20. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Keep A Secret?

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 7, 2019

These men were not ready to be trusted with the tender things of the Lord. Jesus knew it was not time for the disciples to teach the truths which would soon come to the infant body of believers called "the church."

TITLE: CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 16:13:20 I am sure we all have that one family member that we know whenever a secret needs to be kept, make sure you don’t tell them. Isn’t that right Sister Pat? There are some that are just not that good at keeping secrets. I have a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is Good

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 23, 2019

We have the tendency to fall apart during difficulties in our lives and not able to see beyond them as Nahum was able to see far beyond what his eyes and emotions were able to see. He had a deeper appreciation of God’s Grace.

TITLE: THE LORD IS GOOD SCRIPTURE: NAHUM 1:7 I lift as a thought this morning the powerful first four words found in this Verse – THE LORD IS GOOD. I must admit, this book is a difficult book to read and certainly challenging to preach from. NAHUM is labeled as one of the “minor prophets.” ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Clay Jars And Cracked Pots

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 4, 2019

The Lord places this most precious treasure in Jars of Clay - so that others will see and experience the treasure of Christ rather than being impressed with or find fault in us.

TITLE: JARS OF CLAY AND CRACKED POTS SCRIPTURE: II CORINTHIANS 4:7 I want to read this text from the King James Version and the NIV- New International Version – “BUT WE HAVE THIS TEASURE IN EARTHEN VESSELS, THAT THE EXCELLENCY OF THE POWER MAY BE OF GOD, AND NOT OF US?” “BUT WE HAVE THIS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Heavy Lifting

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 25, 2019

I believe in this day and age the Church is in the condition it is and can be summed up by understanding the importance of HEAVY LIFTING. I believe we have stopped doing the HEAVY LIFTING required to lead the Lost to Christ.

TITLE: HEAVY LIFTING SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 3:14-15 / ST. JOHN 12:32 One of the things I enjoyed about lifting weights is there's no gray area – • You either manage to lift a certain weight - or you don't • There are clear successes and clear failures • Either you Can or you Can’t • This ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-15, John 12:32

Denomination: Baptist

There Is A Fountain

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 11, 2019

This fountain was commissioned by God Himself before He ever created the world. IT IS NOT A FOUNTAIN OF WATER -- IT IS A FOUNTAIN OF BLOOD. Zechariah’s prophecy tells us of the climax of God’s revelation of his plan of salvation - it’s the crux of the Gospel.

TITLE: THERE IS A FOUNTAIN SCRIPTURE: ZECHARIAH 13:1 In this magnificent passage, Zechariah states “A FOUNTAIN WILL BE OPENED.” When we think of the word “fountain,” we probably have in mind a fountain in a public park that sprays water into the air, somewhat like the Splash Pads we see in ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

You've Lost That Loving Feeling

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 29, 2018

After the Lord pats them on the back, He makes a Transition. VS. 4 “NEVERTHELESS, I HAVE SOMEWHAT AGAINST THEE, BECAUSE THOU HAST LEFT THY FIRST LOVE.” To be a Christian means to love the Lord Jesus Christ with all that you are. Love and Servanthood.

TITLE: YOU’VE LOST THAT LOVING FEELING SCRIPTURE: REVELATION 2:1-4 I lift as a thought this morning -- "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVING' FEELING'" - This was the title of a song written by Phil Spector – Barry Mann – Cynthia Weil. It was first recorded by THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS in 1964, and was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist