Lake Wildwood Baptist Church

Jesus didn’t just die for sin—He became sin for us, bearing our guilt in His body so we could be counted righteous before God. This sermon unpacks the great exchange: He took our place… so we could receive His.

In the wilderness, Israel was bitten by fiery serpents, but God provided a remedy: look and live. In this gospel-rich message from Numbers 21, discover how the bronze serpent points to Jesus Christ lifted up on the cross—the only cure for the poison of sin.

In this message from Mark 16:9–20, we tackle one of the most discussed passages in the Bible with honesty, confidence, and hope. See how even a debated ending still points clearly to the risen Jesus Christ, the unstoppable gospel, and the trustworthiness of God’s Word.

This message from John 21 shows how Jesus restores fallen disciples and gives fresh purpose to weary hearts. The same Savior who met Peter on the shore still meets us with grace today.

They buried Him. They sealed the tomb. They thought it was over. But early Sunday morning… everything changed.  

Listen as Rev. Nick Morgan unpacks the reality of the Victory that Jesus won for the saints.  Be challenged to invite someone to Church and more importantly, to Jesus.

The drama of the Cross is complete but the story is far from over.  Today we are invited to watch the funeral of Jesus.  It is NOT what you think.  Put your seatbelt on!

When Jesus breathed His last, three witnesses spoke. The curtain tore, a Roman centurion confessed, and faithful followers remained at the cross. In this message from Mark 15:37–41, we see how the death of Christ reveals what He accomplished, who He truly is, and how we are called to respond.

What was happening during the three hours of darkness at the cross? Listen to this sermon from Mark 15:33–37 and see how Jesus was forsaken so that we never would be.  

This is the audio from Sunday’s message at Lake Wildwood Baptist Church from Mark 15:26–32, where we examine the sign above Jesus’ head — “The King of the Jews.” What Rome meant for mockery, God meant for proclamation. Join us as we see the King numbered with rebels so rebels could be saved.      

At the third hour — 9 a.m. — while priests were binding the morning lamb to the horns of the altar, the true Lamb of God was being bound to a cross outside the city. In this sermon from Mark 15:22–25, we explore the historical depth and covenant beauty of the crucifixion — the rejected King, the refused cup, and the Lamb slain on heaven’s schedule.

This is a weighty sermon, but a necessary one. We look at what Scripture says about innocent blood, how cultural “line-drawing” blurs moral clarity, and how the church can respond with both conviction and compassion—especially toward mothers, families, and the vulnerable. My prayer is that this message helps us think biblically, love sacrificially, and act faithfully.

Welcome to Lake Wildwood Baptist Church. Today’s message is titled “Helping Jesus: Lessons from the Accidental Disciple,” from Mark 15:21. In one powerful verse, we meet Simon of Cyrene—and discover what it means to go from a bystander to a cross-bearer.  

Jesus is mocked, beaten, and crowned in shame—yet He never stops being King. In this sermon from Mark 15:16–20, we see the silent strength of Christ, who willingly endured humiliation to save sinners. When the world mocks Jesus, heaven reveals His glory.  

Truth is on trial—and the verdict was decided before the questions were asked. Mark 15 exposes how power panics when justice becomes inconvenient.

Peter’s bold confidence collapses in a cold courtyard—but Christ’s faithfulness never wavers. In When the Rooster Crows (Mark 14:66–72), we see how fear exposes our weakness and grace meets us in our failure.

Christmas is more than a season—it’s God’s love made visible. From 1 John 4:7–14, this sermon reveals how the Father sent His Son to save sinners and calls us to reflect that same love to one another.

Joy isn’t found when life gets easier—it’s found when God gets bigger. Discover how Mary sang with joy in the middle of uncertainty, and how you can too.  

Let's face it...The Christmas Season doesn't always lend itself to peace.  Maybe true peace is in a person who surpasses all seasons.

In the darkest trial in human history, Jesus declared, “I am.” Mark 14:53–65 reveals the King who was condemned in our place. His faithfulness stands where ours collapses.

On the night when darkness fell and every follower scattered, Jesus walked forward with calm, sovereign courage. These four scenes from Gethsemane expose our frailty and exalt Christ’s faithfulness. Come behold the Savior who stood alone so we would never stand alone again.

In the quiet shadows of Gethsemane, Jesus faced the darkest night of His soul. While His disciples slept, He wrestled in prayer, submitting fully to the Father’s will. This passage pulls back the curtain on the cost of obedience and the agony of redemption. Before there was a cross on Calvary, there was surrender in the garden.      

In “From Is It I to Not Me” (Mark 14:22–31), we trace the journey from self-doubt to self-confidence — and how both can miss the mark without faith in Christ. As Jesus transitions the Passover into the Lord’s Supper, we see the old covenant give way to the new, and the disciples move from asking, “Is it I?” to insisting, “Not me!” — reminding us that humility, not pride, keeps us near the Savior when others fall away.

In the Upper Room, Jesus reveals that one of His own will betray Him — and the question echoes through every heart: “Is it I?” Judas’ tragic choice reminds us how close one can be to Christ and still be lost. This message from Mark 14:10–21 calls us to examine our hearts, trust God’s sovereign plan, and marvel at how He uses even sin to accomplish salvation.

Listen as Rev. Jay Lauritsen unpacks Jesus' declaration in John 14.

While the world plotted His death, one woman poured out her treasure in love. In Mark 14:1–9, Jesus calls her act “beautiful” — a fragrance that still fills the house of faith. Discover what true, costly worship looks like when love meets the cross.

Psalm 23 – “The Shepherd and His Sheep” On our 50th Anniversary Homecoming Sunday, Pastor Paul returns to the very text that began his ministry here 25 years ago. Together we give thanks for God’s faithfulness, renew our commitment to follow the Shepherd into the future, and call all people to trust in Christ, our Faithful Shepherd-King.

“No one knows the day or the hour — not the angels, not even the Son. But the Father does. Jesus calls us not to speculate, but to stay awake. Listen in as we close Mark 13 with a word every generation needs: Be ready. Stay faithful. Live today for the Day.

“Jesus said heaven and earth would shake—but His Word would never fail. In Mark 13:24–31 we see prophecy fulfilled in AD 70, proving Christ’s authority and the certainty of His promises. When worlds collapse, His Word still stands.”

Charlie Kirk’s murder is a sobering reminder that evil is real — but God is sovereign. This sermon calls the church to Lament, Repent, and Comment: to grieve biblically, cleanse our hearts of compromise, and speak gospel truth with courage and hope.

Judgement in inevitable because sin is a reality.  This week's sermon is designed to remind us of choices & chaos, decisions & destiny.  History really does repeat itself...

🎙️ New Sermon Audio: Let the Reader Understand Jesus warned His disciples about a coming tribulation that would shake Jerusalem to its core. What did He mean by “the abomination of desolation”? Why did He urge them to flee without looking back? In this message, we unpack the prophetic words of Mark 13:14–23 and see how they were fulfilled in history—and why they still call us today to repentance, faith, and endurance. 👉 Listen now: Let the Reader Understand

Dragged into courts. Betrayed by family. Hated by all. Jesus warned His disciples what was coming—and every word came true before AD 70. Discover how their endurance saved the church, and why your endurance matters today.

“When the Stones Fall” (Mark 13:1–8) What did Jesus mean when He said the Temple would be torn down stone by stone? Was He talking about our future—or theirs? In this sermon, we explore how His prophecy came true in AD 70 and why that gives us confidence to trust His Word today. Don’t miss this eye-opening look at one of Jesus’ boldest predictions.

“Do You Dare Read Mark 13 Without Your Tradition?” What happens if you set aside the prophecy charts, headlines, and hype—and just let the text speak for itself?  Before the dust settles, discover how Jesus’ prophecy to His disciples reveals a victorious gospel, not a retreating church.

🎧 New Sermon Audio: "By His Wounds We Are Healed" Why did Jesus give us bread and a cup? What did His body carry that the blood alone did not? In this powerful message from Isaiah 53:5 & 1 Peter 2:24, we explore how Christ bore our very sins—not just in spirit, but in His body, on the cursed tree. 🔥 Listen now and remember: the bread you hold tells the story of the Savior who held you. #Communion #ByHisWounds #ThisIsMyBody #GospelTruth #SermonAudio

When No One’s Watching Mark 12:38–44 | Jesus contrasts the showy religion of the scribes with the quiet, sacrificial faith of a poor widow. True worship isn’t measured by what we give—but by what it costs and who we trust.

Jesus started the day by flipping tables...Now he's turning them on his adversaries.  And yet there is much for us to learn here as Jesus reveals just how far we may be from the Kingdom.  It's all about Jesus.

Resurrection Correction. Jesus didn’t tell the Sadducees they were wrong to be mean. He told them they were wrong because they didn’t know the Scriptures or the power of God. That warning isn’t just for ancient skeptics. It’s for us.

"Terminus ad quem" is Latin for “the end to which something is aimed.” In a world filled with competing loyalties—politics, power, and personal comfort—Jesus redirects our aim. When asked about paying taxes to Caesar, He answered with divine clarity: “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.”

As Proverbs 18:21 reminds us, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Fathers, the words you speak over your children carry eternal weight—either sowing life or permitting decay.

Jesus continues to fulfill scripture as the 'testing of the Lamb' for passover.  He is tested thoroughly by the Religious Elite of his day and passes with flying colors.  Listen as we see the rejection of Messiah by the Temple Leadership and Jesus Logic lesson that he schools them in.  Then apply it to yourself.  Are you treating Jesus as your CONSULTANT or your KING?

Have you ever bought a watermellon that looked perfect on the outside—but when you bit into it, it was dry, tasteless, and disappointing? It had form without flavor, promise without produce. Jesus encountered the same thing—not in a grocery aisle, but in a fig tree and a temple. He saw leaves with no fruit, worship with no heart, and religion with no relationship. And He didn’t stay silent.

This week Rev. Phillip Johnson brings a solid teaching on Love.  Not sloppy agape but obedience that has evidence to back it up.  Say Amen or Ouch.

Have you ever been completely blindsided by reality? You thought it was going to be one way—but when the moment came, it turned out to be something entirely different? The triumphal entry was one of those moments. The crowd expected a warrior king, but they got a Servant Savior. They wanted a revolution, but Jesus came to bring redemption. They were ready to crown Him with glory, but He was riding straight toward a crown of thorns & the shame of the cross.

Ask yourself honestly: Have I withheld honor from someone God told me to esteem? Have I honored my parents with my lips but withheld my heart? Don’t let this command become just another line on a tablet of stone. Let it be etched in your heart by the Spirit of God.

Malachi 4 is the final chapter of the Old Testament—the last dot in the storyline before the Savior arrives. God doesn’t end with casual conversation. He ends with a charge, a promise, and a warning. It’s His “Remember this before I go” moment. It’s as if God is connecting the dots from the Old Testament to the New

Today, this lake is not just a lake. It’s a grave for the old life—and a stage for the new one. Baptism shouts a message to every person here, and to every power in heaven and hell: "I’m not who I used to be. I have died with Christ. I have been buried with Christ. And I have been raised with Christ!"

We began in the Garden—a place of perfect presence where sin slammed the door shut.
 We saw the Curtain—Woven with Warrior Angels who reminded us that because of God’s holiness & our unholiness: “You can’t come in.”
But at the Cross, Jesus’ atoning death tore the curtain from top to bottom. What was lost in Eden… was reclaimed at Calvary.
What sin locked… the Savior unlocked.