Airdrie Baptist Church

Jeffrey J Friesen
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  1. FEB 22

    No Divisions Among Us - 1 Corinthians 1:10

    The sermon centers on the urgent call to unity within the church, rooted in 1 Corinthians 1:10–13, where the Apostle Paul confronts divisions over leadership, preferences, culture, and doctrine. It emphasizes that while truth inevitably creates division—separating the faithful from error—the church must remain united in core doctrine, especially the gospel of Christ's finished work, rejecting any allegiance to human leaders or cultural identities that fracture the body. Pastor Friesen warns against using personal preferences, such as dietary habits or holiday observances, as grounds for division, citing Romans 14 and 15, and underscores that unity is not uniformity but a shared commitment to Christ, where believers protect one another from stumbling blocks. Cultural and national divisions are condemned as hypocrisy, illustrated by Peter's hypocrisy in Antioch and the early church's appointment of deacons to address ethnic neglect, affirming that true unity transcends ethnicity and is built on mutual submission and love. Ultimately, the sermon calls for courageous obedience to Scripture, urging believers to step forward in faith, even at personal cost, to lead others into truth and to preserve the church's integrity as one body in Christ.

    59 min

  2. FEB 22

    Stabilizing Truths For Noisy Souls - 2 Peter 1:2-3

    The sermon centers on the transformative power of knowing God through Scripture, arguing that spiritual noise—manifested as anxiety, bitterness, and fear—stems from unbelief and a failure to fully embrace divine truth. It emphasizes that true peace and grace are not found in self-effort or worldly solutions, but in a renewed mind shaped by the knowledge of God, which leads to repentance, humility, and a life that glorifies Christ. The message calls for a radical shift from self-centeredness to God-centeredness, urging believers to reject dishonesty, embrace the gospel's truth, and live transparently as servants of Christ, knowing that God's unchanging character, wisdom, and provision are sufficient for every need. Ultimately, the cure for spiritual unrest is not in changing circumstances, but in deepening one's faith through Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and a continual surrender to God's will.

    1h 14m

  3. FEB 18

    Seeking Counsel (2) Proverbs 11:14

    The sermon emphasizes the vital importance of seeking wise, godly counsel in making life decisions, grounded in Proverbs 11:14 and 24:6, which highlight that safety and wisdom come from a multitude of counselors. It stresses that counsel must be sought from those who are spiritually mature, biblically grounded, and personally invested in one's spiritual well-being—particularly parents, church leaders, and close, caring believers—rather than from distant or self-serving sources. Pastor Friesen warns against seeking counsel merely to confirm pre-existing desires, underscores the necessity of testing all advice against Scripture, and calls for earnest, humble seeking of God's will through prayer and reflection. Ultimately, the message calls believers to take personal responsibility for their decisions, to value godly community, and to wait on the Lord with faith, recognizing that true wisdom is found not in human opinion alone, but in alignment with God's Word and the collective discernment of faithful believers.

    46 min

  4. FEB 15

    Speak the Same Thing - 1 Corinthians 1:10-12

    Part 2 of this sermon centers on the biblical call to unity in the church, emphasizing that true unity is not mere agreement but a disciplined, Spirit-led commitment to speak truth, wisdom, and edification. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 1:10, it unfolds three dimensions of unity: verbal agreement grounded in sound doctrine, practical harmony marked by the absence of division, and productive cohesion symbolized by a mended net that retains souls. Pastor Friesen insists that Christian speech must be truthful, objective, and scriptural—free from worldly wisdom, manipulation, or gossip—while always aiming to build up others rather than tear them down. He warns against the dangers of slander, hypocrisy, and worldly influence, urging believers to speak with integrity, humility, and boldness, trusting God's sovereignty even amid opposition. Ultimately, the message calls the church to be a blameless, light-bearing community, united in purpose and spirit, so that the gospel may be effectively proclaimed and lives transformed.

    46 min

  5. FEB 15

    Unmasking the Source of Your Noise - 2 Peter 1:2-3

    The sermon centers on the idea that spiritual noise—manifested as inner turmoil, lack of peace, and emotional instability—arises not from external circumstances but from a deficient knowledge of God, rooted in unbelief and fantasy rather than biblical truth. Drawing from Romans 1, it argues that all people possess inherent knowledge of God through creation and conscience, yet willingly reject this truth, exchanging divine reality for self-made illusions, which leads to moral disintegration and inner chaos. The remedy is not psychological self-help or religious ritual, but a radical renewal of the mind through the truth of Scripture, which alone can restore stability, joy, and peace. Pastor Friesen emphasizes that true faith is not merely intellectual assent but a lived commitment to God's revealed word, rejecting the fantasies that distort one's view of God and life, and calling believers to actively share this truth through consistent witness and personal transformation.

    1h 8m

  6. FEB 11

    Seeking Counsel (1) Proverbs 11:14

    The sermon emphasizes the biblical imperative to seek wise counsel as a foundational element of spiritual maturity and sound decision-making, drawing extensively from Proverbs to illustrate that wisdom is not innate but cultivated through humility, obedience to Scripture, and reliance on godly guidance. It underscores that counsel is essential for safety in life's battles—spiritual, familial, and vocational—warning against the dangers of isolation, pride, and blind allegiance to human opinion, especially when it contradicts divine truth. Pastor Friesen outlines key principles for discerning wise counselors: they must be rooted in Scripture, have a proven track record of faithfulness and integrity, possess relevant life experience, and be willing to deliver truthful, sometimes painful, correction rather than mere affirmation. Ultimately, the message calls believers to prioritize fellowship with God, test all counsel by the Word, and submit to the wisdom of the church community, recognizing that true wisdom is not self-assertion but humble dependence on God's guidance through faithful, Spirit-led people.

    56 min

  7. FEB 8

    A Call to Glorify God Together - 1 Corinthians 1:10-12

    Part 1 of this sermon centers on the urgent call to biblical unity within the local church, grounded in the authority and character of Jesus Christ, as emphasized in 1 Corinthians 1:10. It argues that true unity is not a mere social harmony but a spiritual oneness rooted in shared faith, doctrine, and submission to Christ as Lord, Savior, and Messiah, which is essential for the church's witness and glorification of God. Pastor Friesen warns against carnal divisions driven by pride and self-glory, distinguishing them from necessary doctrinal divisions that uphold truth, and stresses that the local church—bound by Scripture, shared convictions, and accountability—is the only viable context for such unity. He underscores that this unity is not optional but vital for spiritual effectiveness, protection from corruption, and the preservation of a legacy that endures beyond the present generation, calling believers to repent of gossip, contention, and pride, and to embrace Christ-centered oneness in mind, speech, and purpose.

    46 min

  8. FEB 8

    Noticing the Noise in Your Soul (2) - Matthew 11:28-30

    The sermon centers on the pervasive spiritual and emotional noise in the soul—rooted in sin, pride, fear, and unbelief—that disrupts peace, hinders spiritual growth, and damages physical and relational health. Drawing from Matthew 11:28–30, it calls believers to a radical shift: not through self-effort or worldly solutions, but by coming to Jesus in humility, surrendering to His yoke, and learning meekness and lowliness of heart. True rest is found not in fixing external circumstances, but in abiding in Christ, trusting His sovereignty, and allowing His peace to rule the heart, which in turn restores the body, transforms relationships, and enables faithful witness in a broken world.

    1h 10m
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  • Creator
    Jeffrey J Friesen
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Airdrie Baptist Church
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