Shadows of the Savior - Faith Baptist Church of Carlsbad

Shadows of the Savior #1: The Seed of the Woman

December 1, 2024 • Clay Carlson • Genesis 3

This week’s sermon, “The Seed of the Woman,” explores Genesis 3:15, where God first promises a Savior to redeem humanity from sin. Discover how Jesus, the victorious Seed, was foretold from the beginning as the One who would defeat Satan and bring salvation, offering hope and freedom to all who trust in Him.

Shadows of the Savior #2 The Lamb Provided

December 8, 2024 • Clay Carlson • John 1:29, Genesis 22:1–14

This week’s sermon, “The Lamb Provided,” explores Genesis 22:7-14, where Abraham’s test of faith foreshadows God’s ultimate provision of Jesus as the sacrificial Lamb. Discover how Christ, the sinless substitute, took our place on the cross to provide eternal redemption and reconcile us to God.

Shadows Of The Savior #3 The Prophet Like Moses But Greater

December 15, 2024 • Clay Carlson • Deuteronomy 18:15–19

Moses was a great prophet, deliverer, and mediator, but his life and ministry were limited, pointing to the need for someone greater. Jesus Christ fulfills Moses' prophecy as the ultimate Deliverer from sin, the perfect Mediator, and the risen Savior, calling us to trust in Him for eternal freedom and reconciliation with God.

Shadows Of The Savior #4 The Bronze Serpent

December 22, 2024 • Clay Carlson • Numbers 21:4–9, John 3:14–15

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM 2024 Shadows Of The Savior #4 The Bronze Serpent "Look and Live!" In this Christmas message, The Bronze Serpent: “Look and Live”, we see how the bronze serpent in the wilderness foreshadowed Jesus Christ being lifted on the cross to save us from the poison of sin. Just as the Israelites were saved by looking to the serpent in faith, we too are saved by looking to Jesus, who bore our sin and offers eternal life.

Shadows of the Savior #5 The Son of God

December 22, 2024 • Clay Carlson • Isaiah 7:14–16, Isaiah 9:6–7

Isaiah’s prophecy of the coming Son foreshadowed Jesus Christ as the Savior, highlighting His divine nature, mission, and role as King of an eternal kingdom. This sermon calls believers to recognize Jesus as the fulfillment of God’s promises, trust in His reign, and rejoice in the peace and salvation He brings.