Eastwood Baptist Sunday Sermons

This sermon looks at Luke 23:26–47 and reflects on Jesus’ journey to the cross: Simon of Cyrene bearing the cross, the mourning women, the two criminals, Jesus’ words of forgiveness, the darkness, and the tearing of the temple curtain.
The sermon emphasizes human guilt, God’s providence, and the promise of salvation—calling listeners to repent, trust Christ who died in their place, and live in the assurance of His grace.Sermon Guide: The Road to the Cross.

In this sermon we study Revelation 22:13–21, focusing on God’s final invitation to sinners and the church’s plea—"Come, Lord Jesus." Pastor Jud explains the Spirit and the bride calling both for Christ’s return and for thirsty souls to receive the water of life freely, urging repentance in light of Christ’s deity and the certainty of his coming.
Key themes include Jesus as Alpha and Omega, the root and descendant of David, the bright morning star, the promise of salvation for those who wash their robes, and a solemn warning for those who reject the Word.

This sermon covers Luke 23:1–25, recounting Jesus' trials before Pilate and Herod, the crowd's demand to crucify him, and the release of Barabbas.
It highlights themes of injustice, mockery, substitutionary atonement, and the surprising mercy shown through Christ's willing sacrifice.
Sermon Guide: Three Criminals and One King.

This sermon reflects on Jeremiah 6:16–19, calling listeners to stop at the crossroads, ask for the ancient paths, and walk in the good way. It warns that ignoring God's word brings decline and that true renewal begins with humble repentance and renewed obedience.
Using images of watchmen and warning lights, the message urges personal and national return to God through prayer, confession, and faithful obedience, promising rest for weary souls who follow Jesus.
Sermon Guide: Nation Under God?

This sermon examines Revelation 22:8–12, highlighting three central themes: immediate worship directed only to God (angels are fellow servants), urgent proclamation of the book of Revelation (do not seal it up), and the imminence of Christ's return with rewards that reflect our faithfulness.
Listeners are urged to respond now—repent or remain hardened—embrace holy living, proclaim the gospel, and serve faithfully because Jesus is coming quickly.

This sermon covers Luke 22:39–71: Jesus' agonizing prayer in Gethsemane, his arrest after Judas' betrayal, Peter's threefold denial, and Jesus' mocking trial before the religious leaders.
It highlights Jesus' obedience in facing God's wrath for sin, the promise of forgiveness and restoration, and calls listeners to repent and trust in Christ.
Sermon Guide: The Agony and Trial of Jesus.

On this Father's Day, Pastor Jud challenges cultural ideas of "toxic masculinity," explaining that true masculinity is rooted in self-giving love and the character of God. He calls men to lead with presence, humility, and faithful listening, modeled after Jesus.
The sermon reviews research on the positive impact of loving, involved fathers and addresses the pain of fatherlessness, reminding listeners that God cares for the fatherless. Practical steps—like putting down distractions and practicing attentive listening—are offered to help fathers become more present in family life.
Sermon Guide: Loving Presence - A Father's Day Message.

As Passover approaches, religious leaders conspire to kill Jesus and Judas Iscariot agrees to betray him. Jesus prepares the Passover meal, institutes the Lord's Supper—breaking bread as his body and sharing the cup as the new covenant sealed by his blood—and foretells his betrayal and Peter's coming denials.
He calls his followers to servant leadership, warns of the coming spiritual testing, and urges preparedness amid trials, pointing forward to his sacrificial death as the true Passover lamb and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan.
Sermon Guide: The Last Supper and Betrayal.

This sermon explores the imminent return of Christ as taught throughout the New Testament and in Revelation, showing how early believers lived in hopeful expectation and how John’s visions are faithful and true.
It calls Christians to immediate responses—obedience, worship, proclamation, and service—to guard and heed Scripture, live holy lives, and share the gospel while awaiting Christ’s soon return.

This sermon examines Luke 21:25–38, where Jesus describes cosmic signs, the destruction of Jerusalem, and His eventual return in power and glory. Pastor Jud emphasizes that Christ's return is the culmination of the gospel, urging believers to stay watchful, pray, and live expectantly.
Through explanation of the fig tree parable and warnings against spiritual complacency, the message offers practical application: remain alert, endure suffering with faith, and align daily life with the hope of Christ's coming.
Sermon Guide: Living in Light of Christ's Return.

This sermon explores Revelation 22, focusing on the privileges of the New Jerusalem: no more curse, seeing Gods face, serving and reigning with Christ forever, and the city's eternal light. It also covers the epilogue where John urges believers to live ready for Christ's imminent return.
The message blends awe at the eternal joy of the redeemed with a sobering call to respond now, emphasizing preparedness, ongoing holiness, and the final invitation to faith before judgment comes.

This sermon walks through Luke 21:5–38, where Jesus predicts the temples destruction, describes coming signs such as wars, earthquakes, and celestial disturbances, and warns of persecution and betrayal. He urges his followers not to be deceived, promises wisdom for witness, and emphasizes endurance.
The message connects the historical fulfillment in AD 70 with the future return of Christ, calling listeners to stay watchful, trust Jesus, and stand firm in faith amid trials and suffering.
Sermon Guide: The Temple's Destruction and Future Hope.