Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Sunday morning, we continued in Luke 9 and talked about how Jesus resolved conflict.  All of us have been through conflict and most of us would rather avoid it yet conflict is a part of life.  Jesus dealt with His fair share of conflict.  Thus, finding a conflict resolution strategy based on the example of Christ is the best way to learn how to deal with conflict.  In Luke 9:51-56, Jesus gives us a three-step approach to handling conflict; THINKàCORRECTàACT.  THINK before you act, CORRECT yourself and ACT like Jesus.   

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On March 24, 2019

Scripture Text: Luke 9:51-56

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This Sunday morning, we talked about achieving greatness in the eyes of God.  In Luke 9:46-50 we come across an argument that the disciples were having amongst themselves.  They were trying to figure out which one of them would rank the highest when the kingdom of God came upon the earth.  Of course, Christ is the greatest and any attempt to put one’s self above Him is futile.  Yet, Jesus did tell us how we can be considered “great.”  In our text we found that true and genuine greatness, according to Christ, involves three things: (1) Humility, (2) A love for the needy, and (3) team work. 

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On March 17, 2019

Scripture Text: Luke 9:46-50

Sunday morning, we continued through the 9^th chapter of the Gospel of Luke.  We talked about Jesus casting the demon out of a father’s only son/child.  I pointed out to my congregation that all of us face hardships in life yet we are not alone; we have Jesus and His followers to rely on.  BUT, sometimes, Christians do more harm than good. In the end of it, we need to place all our trust in Jesus Christ.  Trust in the Lord today! 

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On March 10, 2019

Scripture Text: Luke 9:37-45

Sunday morning, I preached about the Transfiguration of Jesus.  This was a very heavy sermon from a theological perspective, yet I ended it with one basic point of application: We all need to open our hearts and minds so that we can see the glory of Christ.  Often, we are distracted from the works of God taking place all around us.  To frequently we focus on the chaos which surrounds our lives and are blind to God’s glory. Stop what you are doing and focus yourself on the work of the Lord.  Put your full trust in Him.      

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On March 3, 2019

Sermon Title: "The Transfiguration of Jesus"

Scripture Text: Luke 9:28-36

On Sunday nights I have been preaching a follow up sermon to the theme of our Sunday School lesson from earlier in the day.  Sunday morning, we talked about being deceived by false teachings.  John the Apostle has a lot to say about this subject.  His first epistle (1 John) focused quite a bit on combating the false teaching of false prophets.  In 1 John 4:1-6, the Apostle tells us how to combat the false teachings we face?  He tells us to test every teaching (to see if it is from God) and to resist the temptation to fall prey to these false doctrines. 

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On February 24, 2019 (Evening Service)

Sermon Title: "What is Truth?"

Scripture Text: 1 John 4:1-6

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Sunday morning, I preached about following Jesus.  It is easy to say we “follow Christ” but what exactly does it mean to follow Him?  In Luke 9:23-27 Jesus gives the perfect “job description” to anyone who wishes to follow Him.  In the first half of my text, Jesus gave three conditions for following Him (verse 23).  Those who wish to come after Christ (follow Jesus) must deny themselves, commit to following Christ to the point of death and continually follow Him on a regular basis.  Then Jesus explains (verses 24-27) that as His followers, we need to look heavenward for our reward; as opposed to seeking our reward upon this earth.  The Christian’s reward is in heaven, so follow Jesus while you are upon this earth.
    
Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On February 24, 2019

Sermon Title: "Following Jesus"

Scripture Text: Luke 9:23-27

Hey, here is Pastor Dan's sermon from CBC's morning service.  Listen to it directly (or download to your computer) through the link below to archive.org (our hosting site) or subscribe to FBCW's "podcasts" channel.  You can download the "podcasts" app to most of your smart phones by going to your app store (purple app with something that looks like a person on it).  Once you have it on your phone just search for "Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio" and you should see a picture of the church. 

Sunday morning, we attempted to identify Jesus.  I talked to my congregation about how people, through out the past 2000 years, have misidentified Christ.  As Christians, it is our number one Job to tell others about Who Jesus Is!  He is the Christ, the Messiah, the Son of the Living God.  AND, most importantly, He is the Savior of all the world.  If you turn your complete trust over to Him then you will be saved! 

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On February 17, 2019

Sermon Title: "Misidentification"

Scripture Text: Luke 9:18-22

Sunday morning, I talked about the only miracle of Jesus that was recorded in all four gospels; Jesus feeding five thousand men (not including the women and children) with just five loaves of bread and two fish.  This story tells so much about how Jesus provides for His followers.  I told my congregation that Jesus gives all Christians spiritual nourishment in the form of (1) rest, (2) comfort and (3) teaching.  When life gets in the way and we feel “off”, it is important to remember how much Jesus cares for us.  Trust in Him and know that He has a perfect plan for you.    

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

On February 10, 2019

Sermon Title: "The Spiritual Nourishment of Jesus"

Scripture Text: Luke 9:10-17

We began the 9th chapter of the gospel of Luke by looking at the story of Jesus sending His twelve disciples out on their own for the first time.  There is a lot Christians today can learn from this event.  Followers of Christ are equipped to serve God through the Holy Spirit.  We are instructed in our service of the Lord through God’s Word.  And we need to trust and obey God’s calling for us to serve Him. Can you honestly say that you trust and obey God today?

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello


At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On January 27, 2019

Sermon Title: "On the Job Training"

Scripture Text: Luke 9:1-6

Yesterday we finally finished Luke 8.  We took a look at two miracles that Jesus performed in quick succession; the healing of a bleeding woman and the rising from the dead a twelve-year-old girl.  In reading through these two miraculous events, we can find three examples of “power.”  First ,we found that man’s power was useless.  On our own we are powerless.  BUT, with Christ, we can do all things; which was the second power we found in the text.  The power of Jesus is found in the miracles He performed but, also and most importantly, in the salvation He offered all mankind.  The third “power” we discussed yesterday morning was the power of faith.  It is our faith, belief, or trust in Jesus saving work which gets us into heaven; nothing more and nothing less.  Turn to Jesus today with whatever you have going on in your life!  AND REMEMBER: He loves you!  

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On January 13, 2019

Sermon Title: "The True Power"


Scripture Text: Luke 8:40-56

Sunday School Unit Title: “The Full Picture of Christmas”

Sermon Title: “True Worship”

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Yesterday we returned to the Gospel of Luke.  We looked at the story of Jesus casting out the many demons of a demonic man who lived amongst the tombs.  After Christ “cured” the man, we found two completely different reactions to the miraculous power of Christ.  The first was one of fear and rejection.  The people of the area completely rejected what took place (and Jesus) because of fear.  The second reaction was one of faith and obedience.  The formally possessed man wanted to leave with Jesus but Christ told him to stay and tell those around him about what took place; which is what he did.  My question for you is “What is your reaction to the miracles of Christ?”  One of fear and rejection or one of faith and obedience? Choose Jesus today. 

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On January 6, 2019

Sermon Title: "The Miracles of Jesus"

Scripture Text: Luke 8:26-39

Sermon Title: “The Coming Messiah”

This Sunday morning we took a break from the gospel of Luke to talk about the Christmas story.  I preached from John 1:14, “And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth.”  Now, to be honest, when we think about Christmas this is not a verse that often comes to mind.  BUT, in reality, this verse sums up the entire Christmas story.  Jesus, the Word, came to earth, dwelt among mankind and put the glory of God on display for all to see.  This is what we celebrate, every year, at Christmas.  God’s ultimate plan to save all the earth began when Jesus was born; our redemption began on Christmas day.  Make that the reason for the season!

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On December 23, 2018

Sermon Title: "The Word Among Us"


Scripture Text: John 1:14

Sunday morning we looked at the story, according to Luke, of Jesus calming the storm.  I pointed out that all of us face hardships or “storms” in life.  You are only fooling yourself if you think your life is burden free; we all face trials.  BUT, we do not have to face them alone; Jesus can face them with us!  In my text (Luke 8:22-25) Jesus asked the question, to His disciples, “Where is your faith?”  So that is my question to you; when you face difficulties in life, where is your faith?  Do you put your full trust in Jesus Christ?  Or do you put your faith in any number of other things?  My hope is that you trust Jesus with all your heart!

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On December 16, 2018

Series: Preaching through the Gospel of Luke


Sermon Title: "Facing the Storms of Life"

Scripture Text: Luke 8:22-25

On Sunday morning we continued our study of Luke 8 and responding to the Word of God.  We talked about being part of Jesus’ family and looked at His dedication to us and what a Christian’s dedication to Him should look like.      

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On December 9, 2018

Series: Preaching through the Gospel of Luke

Sermon Title: "Are You Dedicated?"

Scripture Text: Luke 8:19-21

On Sunday morning I preached what could easily be considered a follow up text for last week’s message about “the sower and the seed.”  Jesus’ “parable of the lamp”, from Luke 8:16-18, talks about responding to God’s Word.  I told my congregation that Christians need to respond to God’s Word, and the Gospel message of Jesus’ death and resurrection, by (1) Speaking the Word [evangelism] and (2) Hearing the Word [personal discipleship].  Christians need to constantly grow in their faith by talking to God through prayer, listening to Him through His Word and fellowshipping with Him through His Church.  If we are actively “hearing” the Word of God then we will be much more effective at “speaking” the Word of God to others around us.  
    
Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio


Morning Service

On December 2, 2018

Series: Preaching through the Gospel of Luke

Sermon Title: "Responding to the Word of God"

Scripture Text: Luke 8:16-18

Scripture Text: Psalm 100:4-5

On Sunday morning I preached about one of Jesus’ most well-known parables; the parable of the sower and the seed.  Each soil type, where seed fell, represents a reaction humanity may have to the gospel of Christ.  To sum everything up; you can either react to the gospel message of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ by embracing it or by rejecting it.  If you reject that gospel you are on your own.  The works or fruit of an individual shows where their heart is; so don’t think you can fool anyone.  How are you going to response to Jesus?  Are you going to accept His gift of salvation?  Or are you going to reject it?  The choice is yours, choose wisely. 

Sermon by Pastor Dan Squezello

At Central Baptist Church, Niles, Ohio

Morning Service

On November 25, 2018

Series: Preaching through the Gospel of Luke

Sermon Title: "Embrace the Gospel"

Scripture Text: Luke 8:4-15

Scripture Text: 1 John 1:9