Faith Baptist Church Oakville
1415 Trafalgar Rd. L6H 4R7 Oakville, ON, Canada

When Jesus said 'Come and Follow' to Simon and Peter, what was their response? What is your response? Steven Westerholm continues his study in Matthew 4:18-22. https://youtu.be/IEmTUdyD0nU

Human Conflict and the Word of God - 1 Kings 20:1-43

How is Matthew 4:17 the summary of Jesus' message? What does the phrase 'the kingdom of heaven' mean? Steven Westerholm continues his study with Matthew 4:12-17. https://youtu.be/PZwCnFu5wa4

God’s Grace for a Discouraged Saint (Part 2) - 1 Kings 19:1-21

Join us in-person in our 9am or 11am service by following the simple 5 steps - 5 Step Process for In-Person Service 1. RSVP by Friday on our website - http://faithoakville.ca/rsvp 2. Prescreen on Sunday morning online or at the door https://covid-19.ontario.ca/screening/customer 3. Mask - Wear you own or grab one at the door. 4. Distance. - Keep 2 meters (6 feet) apart from those not in your household... 5. Sanitize your hands as you enter the sanctuary See more

Connections with our World by investing in intentionally gospel efforts. https://www.faithoakville.ca//from-the-pastors-desk-februa Today I would like to focus on the last of these four - connections with the world. It is not new for the church to speak of the need for mission outreach to the world. This has been at the heart of the church since its inception (see Acts 2). Obediently she has, following the great commission given by our Lord as recorded in Matthew’s gospel ,... sought to make disciples of all nations (Mt 28:19). But in the centuries that have followed and do to the great failings even of believers, it has not been at all consistent. Due to a myriad of reasons, including everything from personal ineptitude to sinful bigotry, the church has many times miserably failed in this grand and divine calling. For this we should humbly repent and seek the forgiveness of the Lord. However the history of the church as it relates to the mission outreach is also one of great triumph as the Lord, in spite of us, has seen fit to build his church, for his glory, in his own time. The Holy Spirit has raised up millions of faithful, obedient and burdened servants over the years to go and declare the glories of God and his salvation to those dead in sin. The names of Amy Carmichael, Adinirum Judson, William Carey, and so many others remind us of what God can do with those who trust him and are willing to give all for his glory. Yes, the church has, in multiplied ways, been a great champion of missions and we too desire most earnestly to follow in the paths of those gone before us. This is why our focus is on investing in intentionally gospel efforts. In other words our desire is not simply to be doing missions but to be on mission for Christ. In this instance being on mission means effective gospel work beyond our local community (see point 3 above). And the use of the phrase intentionally gospel is critical. It is my understanding that the only mission that is truly effective and God-honouring is that which is all about the good news of Jesus Christ. Our noble efforts to meet the physical needs of those suffering in the world are only noble when the gospel is at the heart of such efforts. And so, we will seek to do all that we can by God’s grace to make these connections with the world and invest our lives in doing so. This our Lord desires of his people and we as the church will do all this for his glory alone. The question is this, Will you offer yourself up to the task?

Splendour and Folly - 1 Kings 9:10-11:43

Steven Westerhom concludes his study in the book of James. Look out next week for a new series that is starting on the gospel of Matthew. https://youtu.be/CXGrqySJ_Z4

Connecting With the Neighbours A singularly challenging aspect of ministry this past year has been the ability of the church to meet the needs of the community in which it resides, for obvious reasons. The fact that we have been ordered to isolate, lock down down, and avoid gathering in any fashion means that a direct way of connecting with our neighbours has been taken away. And this is one of the reasons that connecting with our community by clearly sharing the gospel in deed and word is a pillar of this vision. But just what does this look like? Continue reading From the Pastors Desk - https://www.faithoakville.ca//from-the-pastors-desk-februa

Todays sermon and notes are now available on the website for those who had technical difficulties with today's online service. https://www.faithoakville.ca///2021-01-31-solomon-s-temple https://youtu.be/IblCkQtdlmQ

If you missed the 9am service yesterday, we had a special guest speaker - Robert Wojeck - who is a graduate student at Toronto Baptist Seminary, who spoke on the "The Marks of Discipleship" from Luke 14:25-35. https://youtu.be/dr4oGDfqgYM

Last Sunday we concluded our series on the Trinity with God the Holy Spirit. What Does the Holy Spirit do? 1. The Holy Spirit opens the hearts of God’s elect to show them the truth of Jesus. (Titus 3:5). 2. The Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin. (John 16:8). 3. The Holy Spirit seals all believers. (1 Cor. 3:16) 4. The Holy Spirit adopts God’s elect into the people of God.(Romans 8:14-15)... 5. The Holy Spirit helps God’s people. (John 14:16). 6. The Holy Spirit sanctifies God’s people. (1 Corinthians 6:11). 7. The Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts to God’s people to edify the church. (1 Cor. 12:11). 8. The Holy Spirit guides God’s people. (Acts 13:2). 9. The Holy Spirit empowers God’s people for ministry. (Acts 1:8). 10. The Holy Spirit intercedes for God’s people.(Romans 8:26-27). 11. The Holy Spirit teaches. (John 14:26). 12. The Holy Spirit sets apart qualified men for the work of the ministry. (Acts 13:2) https://youtu.be/TieOxhhjyp0 See more

The Wonder of Salvation - Acts 2:36-41

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The Trinity - God the Holy Spirit - 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

While there was no prayer meeting yesterday, please join Pastor Les today for Zoom@Noon Devotions. Click for the link. https://www.faithoakville.ca//bible-study-devot/2020-11-12

This past Sunday, Pastor Les preached the first sermon on the new series on the Trinity, speaking on the The Incomprehensibility of God from Psalm 145. As we embark on this journey to learn something of the Trinity, we were encouraged to respond by; Standing in awe of Him, Striving to know Him, Seeking to follow Him, and to Gladly acknowledging Him to the world. https://youtu.be/NAKfnG7PS9E

The Incomprehensibility of God - Psalm 145

"The unseasonably and most welcome warm weather we’ve experienced this week enabled me to do a number of things outdoors.... " Continue reading "From the Pastor's Desk" blog https://www.faithoakville.ca//from-the-pastors-desk-novemb

For judgment is without mercy to one who has shown no mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgement."(James 2:13). What is mercy? How are we to show mercy? By forgiving those who sin against us, showing compassion to others in their need, and by interpreting other's actions in the kindest way. Listen to Steve Westerholm as he continues his study in the James 2:1-13. https://youtu.be/jd-aSuqvBjI

"My morning scripture reading this morning was from Hebrews 11, that wonderful chapter on faith. My heart was so warmed by the reflections on those who in times past beloved by faith and God blessed them.... " Continue reading https://www.faithoakville.ca//from-the-pastors-desk-novemb

Remember to RSVP on our website for the 9am or the 11am Sunday service. Live stream will continue here on Facebook and our website. https://www.faithoakville.ca/news/rsvp-for-sunday-attendance

"When we begin to learn about ourselves the Lord uses this to lead us to greater levels of delight in him and usefulness in his kingdom." Continue reading... https://www.faithoakville.ca//from-the-pastors-desk-octobe

How do we respond to the Holy Spirit? 1) Embrace the beauty of life in the Spirit 2) Embark on a journey of faith in the Spirit 3) Enlarge the kingdom of God though the Spirit

Giving Thanks in a Troubled World - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Join us at 9am or 11am this Thanksgiving Sunday. Please remember to RSVP on our website - https://www.faithoakville.ca/news/rsvp-for-sunday-attendance Livestream will continue here on Facebook as well as on our website.

Team with Faith and FAIR to aid in the relief of the port city of Beirut after the devastating August 4th explosion. Faith has decided to extend its giving to this campaign by making it the focus of our 2020 Thanksgiving Offering Appeal. Prayerfully consider giving your financial support via e-transfer to [email protected] or by cheque, made out to Faith Baptist Church. Please memo/mark your e-transfers/envelopes Lebanon Relief.

What is true religion? Listen Steven Westerhom discuss this in a his Wednesday Bible study in James 1:26-27. https://youtu.be/Nr9PzKrjjRU

This weekend we will once again, by God’s grace, celebrate Thanksgiving. While we could spend a great deal of time considering all the things we are grateful for (and you should do this), I want to ponder a couple of things that go a little deeper when it comes to gratitude as a Christian. Continue - https://www.faithoakville.ca//from-the-pastors-desk-octobe

The End of the Beginning - Romans 16:17-27

This Sunday, Oct 4, at the 9am and 11am services, we celebrate Unity in the Church with a joint English/Arabic Service and communion. Please RSVP on our website - https://www.faithoakville.ca/news/rsvp-for-sunday-attendance LiveStream still continues on FaceBook and our website at 11am.

"Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says." (James 1:22). Steven Westerhom continues his study with James 1:22-25 https://youtu.be/_iqD_K6TKWo