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And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. — Colossians 1:18

Welcome Friends!

We would like to invite you to attend our services and worship the Lord with us. If you are looking for a church to do God's work in God's way, this is the place for you. We want to be a blessing and provide an opportunity of service for you. Oakland Historic Baptist Church is a body of Baptized believers in the Lord Jesus Christ that voluntarily meets together to worship the Lord through hymns, church ordinances, and the preaching of the Word of God.

We would be honored to have you as our guest this Sunday. Our church is a Christ-centered and family-oriented ministry. We want you to feel at home with us during your visit. We extend a heart felt invitation to make Oakland Historic Baptist Church your place to grow and serve.

Meeting Schedule

Sunday School

9:30 AM

Sunday Worship

10:45 AM

Sunday Evening

6:00 PM

Wednesday Evening

6:00 PM

Meeting House

2322 NE Laurent Street
Topeka, Kansas 66616

(Corner of Chester and Laurent in Oakland)

In a day of trendiness, we desire what is !

What makes Historic Baptists different from other churches?

Here is what Charles H. Spurgeon (1834-1892) had to say: C. H. Spurgeon on Baptist perpetuity "We believe that the Baptists are the original Christians. We did not commence our existence at the reformation, we were reformers before Luther or Calvin were born; we never came from the Church of Rome, for we were never in it, but we have an unbroken line up to the apostles themselves. We have always existed from the very days of Christ, and our principles, sometimes veiled and forgotten, like a river which may travel underground for a little season, have always had honest and holy adherents. Persecuted alike by Romanists and Protestants of almost every sect, yet there has never existed a Government holding Baptist principles which persecuted others; nor I believe any body of Baptists ever held it to be right to put the consciences of others under the control of man. We have ever been ready to suffer, as our martyrologies will prove, but we are not ready to accept any help from the State, to prostitute the purity of the Bride of Christ to any alliance with the government, and we will never make the Church, although the Queen, the despot over the consciences of men". (From The New Park Street Pulpit, Vol.VII, Page 225). "History has hitherto been written by our enemies, who never would have kept a single fact about us upon the record if they could have helped it, and yet it leaks out every now and then that certain poor people called Anabaptists were brought up for condemnation. From the days of Henry II to those of Elizabeth we hear of certain unhappy heretics who were hated of all men for the truth's sake which was in them. We read of poor men and women, with their garments cut short, turned out into the fields to perish in the cold, and anon of others who were burnt at Newington for the crime of Anabaptism. Long before your Protestants were known of, these horrible Anabaptists, as they were unjustly called, were protesting for the 'one Lord, one faith, and one baptism.' No sooner did the visible church begin to depart from the gospel than these men arose to keep fast by the good old way. The priests and monks wished for peace and slumber, but there was always a Baptist or a Lollard tickling men's ears with holy Scriptures, and calling their attention to the errors of the times. They were a poor persecuted tribe. The halter was thought to be too good for them. At times ill-written history would have us think that they died out, so well had the wolf done his work on the sheep. Yet here we are, blessed and multiplied; and Newington sees other scenes from Sabbath to Sabbath. As I think of your numbers and efforts, I can only say in wonder - what a growth! As I think of the multitudes of our brethren in America, I may well say, What hath God wrought! Our history forbids discouragement." (From the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit, 1881, Vol. 27, page 249.)

Our Pastor

Pastor Bobby Johnston was sent by the Lord to Pastor OHBC in August of 2023. He has been preaching the word of God since early 2012 through itinerary evangelist work, pulpit supply, and as a Pastor.

He married his wife, Sarah, in June of 2017.

Their son, Leland, was born in June of 2020. Their daughter, Liberty, was born in December of 2021.

For more information about OHBC, contact Pastor Bobby Johnston at...

Office number: (785)-232-6068
Email: pastor@historicbaptist.info

Where will you spend eternity? It's life's greatest question!

“For it is written, As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God. So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.” Romans 14:11-12 (KJV)

On that day what will your answer be? I am a pretty good person? I would never hurt anyone? I am honest? I was born in the church nursery? I love and care for my family?

Think about this. If your goodness could save you, then why did Jesus die on the cross? The question is NOT where did we go to church, or what good deeds we did. The real question is: What is our relationship with Jesus Christ. It is true that you must have goodness to get to Heaven, but the truth is you do not possess that goodness in and of yourself.

“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;” Romans 3:23 (KJV)

This says “all have sinned” and that includes you and me. So even at our best, we are still sinners. It is because of that sin, that we deserve an eternity separated from God.

“For the wages of sin is death;” Romans 6:23a (KJV)

“Wages” I know when I work I get paid wages. You mean I will have to pay for my sin? With death? Death is separation. Separation from the body is physical death. Separation from God is Spiritual death and an eternity in the torments of Hell.

But I have GOOD NEWS!!

“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 (KJV)

Jesus paid the price for you through His grace and mercy, shedding His blood on the cross for your sins and mine. Mercy is God not giving us the punishment in Hell that we deserve. Grace is God giving us the favor and salvation in Heaven that we do not deserve.

“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Romans 6:23b (KJV)

We can have eternal life, not by our goodness, but only “through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Perhaps now you are wondering how you can have this gift of eternal life. It is really very simple. First you need to recognize that you are a sinner. Secondly you must be genuinely sorry for your sin.

“...except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish” Luke 13:3 (KJV)

The word repent simply means “to think differently or afterwards, i.e. reconsider (morally feel compunction {guilt}); to change one’s mind or purpose.” With genuine repentance comes change in our way of thinking. By recognizing that our sin was why Jesus died on the cross, we desire to change from trusting in our ability and efforts, to now trust in what Jesus has already done for us. It is our turning from ourself to Jesus that produces a new way of living, a new direction, new purpose.

It comes down to trust, Romans 10:9-10 (KJV) says: “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”

To confess is to “agree with God” that we are sinners and deserve to be separated from Him because of our sin, and that we cannot earn eternal life in our strength. To believe is to place our trust in Christ

Finally, ask Him to save you.

“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13 (KJV)

Please call on Him today. You have no guarantee of tomorrow. Why not ask Him right now? You can pray from your heart a simple prayer like this one:

“Dear Lord, I now realize that I am a sinner and deserve to be separated from you. Please forgive me for my sin. I now also know that Jesus died for me and paid for my sin. I now ask you to now come into my heart and life as my personal Saviour, and to be Lord of my life. Thank You, Lord, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.”

If you have just prayed this prayer, will you let us know? Call, email, or stop by. We would love to walk the next steps with you.

Contact Us

Location

Oakland Historic Baptist Church
2322 NE Laurent Topeka, KS 66616
Phone

(785) 232-6068