Genesis – Salisbury Baptist Church

The Fullness of the Trinity in Christ

26th October 2025

There is one God who exists eternally in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, working together in all that God does. Creation, redemption, and indwelling power are not separate tasks for separate Persons, but shared expressions of the one divine nature. The fullness of the Godhead dwells bodily in Christ, and through the Spirit He lives within believers. To have Christ is to have the Father and the Spirit also, and from that assurance springs the deep peace of heart that can say with certainty, "It is well with my soul."

Sons of God and the Daughters of Men

28th September 2025

God's revelation unfolds through Scripture, from the early mysteries of Genesis to the clarity of the New Testament. The term "sons of God" in Genesis 6 describes a troubling event about both angelic rebellion and human corruption, provoking God's grief and judgement through the Flood. Yet in Noah's finding grace, we glimpse the mercy of God illustrating His ultimate act of salvation in Jesus Christ, the true and eternal "Son of God". Through His death and resurrection, the face of God turns from wrath to welcome, forgiveness, belonging, and a new life.

God can be your Sun and your Shield

27th April 2025

The Lord God is a sun and a shield, bestowing favour and honour upon His people. He is the unchanging Father of lights, from whom every good and perfect gift comes, providing for our physical needs and giving spiritual understanding. No good thing does He withhold from those who walk uprightly. Therefore, we are called to trust in His character, store His word in our hearts, and seek to please Him, knowing that the one who rests in the Lord is truly blessed.

Making Room for God

6th April 2025

Making room for God to work in your life requires both a humble attitude and an adventurous faith. We must first adopt the posture of Mary, magnifying the Lord and seeing ourselves as His humble servants. Then, we must act on His promises, stepping out in faith like Abraham's servant, trusting that God will guide our steps and fulfil His word. By combining a reverent heart with a willingness to act in faith, we create the space for God to show up and write His signature across the details of our lives.

The God Who Steps In

20th October 2024

The principle of uniformity—the idea that natural processes have always operated as they do today—stands in direct opposition to the Christian understanding of a God who actively intervenes in His creation. From the very beginning in Genesis, through to Christ's incarnation and sacrifice, to the promised new heavens and new earth, God demonstrates His supernatural involvement in human history. This truth forms the foundation of Christian faith and experience, where God continues to step into individual lives, offering forgiveness and relationship through His Son Jesus Christ.

The Sun and Shield: God’s Blessings for the Upright

13th October 2024

God is both a sun and a shield to those who walk uprightly, bestowing favour and honour. He withholds no good thing from His faithful followers. The Old Testament, far from being obsolete, provides valuable instruction on how to navigate life according to God's design. By meditating on God's Word and learning His statutes, we gain wisdom more precious than gold or silver. Though we may face afflictions, these often serve to draw us closer to God and deepen our understanding of His ways. Ultimately, the Lord calls us to trust Him completely, resting in the assurance of His goodness and guidance.

Finding God’s Will

22nd September 2024

God is capable of guiding His people, both through sovereign intervention and in response to our seeking His will. The story of Abraham's servant finding a wife for Isaac illustrates key principles in discerning God's guidance. These include taking practical steps, praying specifically, watching for God's response, and being willing to follow His lead. While God may not always answer in the way we expect, He honours those who earnestly seek His direction. Ultimately, finding God's will involves a balance of divine providence and human responsibility, underpinned by a life of prayer and trust in the Lord's steadfast love.

The Mystery of Choice

11th August 2024

God's prior action in loving and choosing us forms the foundation of our salvation and relationship with Him. While Scripture clearly teaches God's sovereign election, it also calls for human response. This seeming paradox is resolved in the work of the Holy Spirit, Who awakens sinners to their need for Christ and enables them to respond in faith. God's love is not merely an emotion but a choice that precedes and enables our choice of Him. This understanding applies not only to salvation but also to areas such as relationships and church leadership. The power of God's Word and the Holy Spirit's work are crucial in bringing about true spiritual awakening and transformation.

Almost Saved: The Peril of Looking Back

28th July 2024

Salvation is not automatic, even for those seeking to obey God. The story of Lot's wife serves as a powerful warning that one can be on the verge of salvation yet still perish. Like Abraham interceding for Lot, Christ intercedes for us, but we must respond to His call. Our heart's treasures can hinder our response to God. Some have felt God's call but did not fully commit. Now is the time to look to Jesus, not back at worldly attachments, and to take hold of the incomparable riches found in a relationship with Him.

Covetousness and the Christian Walk

30th June 2024

In this sermon, we explore the nature of covetousness through the lens of Joseph's trials in Egypt and the later teachings of Jesus and Paul. Highlighting the deep nature of the intentions of the heart, the sermon illustrates how covetousness extends beyond mere sight to encompass a deeper, wrongful desire to have what is not rightfully ours. By examining Biblical passages, the sermon provides guidance on overcoming such temptations and stresses the importance of aligning our desires with God’s will to lead a righteous Christian life.