FABIC Sermons

Sermon Series: Our Family Will be Kind to One Another- Colossians 3:12

Are you nice or are you kind? Someone once said that a nice person will ask you if you are hungry. A kind person will bring you food. As we continue our series on the “one another’s” of the New Testament, we covenant together this week to be kind to one another in the church, […]

Sermon Series: Our Family Will Tell the Truth to One another- Ephesians 4:15; 1 Peter 3:10

A lot of people want to “speak truth” to you right now. But which version of truth do you believe? And which version of truth do you pass on? As we used to ask our children, “Is that helpful or hurtful?” Join us for a conversation on Truth and the one who is The Truth.

Sermon Series: Our Family Will Pray for One Another

Our Series on family covenant “Our Family” continues as we talk about praying for one another, both in the church and in the home.

Sermon Series: Our Family Part 1 Our Family will Love and Accept one another

Our family: A new Series about church and home. What happens when we intentionally apply the “one-another’s” of scripture to our family and to our church family? What happens when we choose to follow Jesus in this way? Will it make a difference?

Sermon: Dependence Day 2 Corinthians 1:9

The apostle Paul’s visit to the province of Asia during his 3rd Missionary Journey was very difficult. As a result of the hardship he faced, he learned about relying on God instead of Himself. This week, we look at some of the lessons Paul learned about Independence vs. Dependence on God and apply them to […]

Sermon: “Union & Communion” 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Sermon: “Union and Reunion” Psalm 133

In the life of Israel, several pilgrimages led people to Jerusalem each year. Often travelling together, the people sang and rejoiced together. This week we’ll look at Psalm 133, a “psalm of ascent” and explore God’s intention for sharing together in the Lord.

Sermon: “Putting Your House in Order” – 2 Kings 20:1-11

When Hezekiah, king of Judah was close to death, God sent Isaiah the prophet to tell him “Put your house in order.” This week we’ll look at Hezekiah’s house and how it differed from the house of his father, Ahaz, and the house of his son, Manasseh. We’ll examine what make Hezekiah’s life different from […]

Sermon: “Fear 365” Isaiah 43:1

Fear can grab hold of us so many different ways, from fear of failure to fear of death. But God doesn’t want us to live in fear. 365 Times in the Bible God tells us not to fear, for good reason; God has a plan for fear. Join us this week as Pastor John talks […]

Sermon: “Fear 365″ Isaiah 43:1

Fear can grab hold of us so many different ways, from fear of failure to fear of death. But God doesn’t want us to live in fear. 365 Times in the Bible God tells us not to fear, for good reason; God has a plan for fear. Join us this week as Pastor John talks […]

Sermon: Know Justice, Know Peace Micah 6:6-8

There is an old saying that says “The Church should be a safe place to hear a dangerous message.” In the aftermath of the death of George Floyd, protesters have been chanting “No Justice, No Peace.” They may not realize how close this is to the Bible’s teaching. Join us for a dangerous message as […]

Sermon: Welcome Home Part 2- Luke 15:25-32

Pastor John continues the parable of the Prodigal Son with “Welcome Home?” Part 2. Sometimes as Christians we behave more like the angry older brother than the grateful Prodigal for whom the story is named. We’ll talk about God’s love and his eternal invitation, even for grouchy Christians.

Sermon: Welcome Home Luke 15:11-32

When we have a radically independent mindset, we sometimes end up eating mush. God created us with a very special partnership in mind–and a family relationship beyond all family relationships. Our Father waits for us and longs to restore us to a place of honor and celebration. Join us this week as Pastor John looks […]

Missionary Guests: Special presentation by Doug and Barb Miller, Global workers in Malawi

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Sermon: “Three Marys” 1 Corinthians 13

Pastor John explores 3 special women in Jesus’ life: Mary, Mother of Jesus; Mary   Magdalene, and Mary of Bethany what they teach us about Faith, Hope, and Love.

Sermon: “Behind the Mask” Psalm 139

Looking Under the Mask to try and see what God sees.

Sermon: “Be a Builder” Jude 1:20-23

Jude, a brother of James (and Jesus) wrote to encourage the church to persevere. It was a difficult time in the life of the church where some had fallen away from following Christ completely and others had adopted the heresy of Gnosticism. Jude encourages them to be builders of their faith and gives us six […]

Sermon: “Three Questions for Quarantine”

For the past three or four weeks I’ve ended my sermons and devotional times with three exhortations: Pray Hard, Trust God, Be Safe. Are you praying? Are you Trusting God? Are you being safe? All three of these have important implications for Jesus followers and not just the first two. After weeks in quarantine with […]

Announcements/Sermon:”Praise in Place” Luke 19:28-44; 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

The shouts of Hosanna! on Easter Sunday lead us into praise. We recognize who Jesus is, the Messiah, the Son of God. While this Palm Sunday there are no palm parades to lead us, no gathered times of praise, the Bible teaches us to “Praise in place”. You can praise Jesus no matter where you […]

Opening Prayer/ Announcements/ Sermon: “Isolated But Not Alone” Psalm 46:1-4

Focusing on God’s presence, our connection through shared experiences (in Jesus), our connection through the Holy Spirit.

Announcements/Opening Prayer/ Sermon: “God Is My Rock” Psalm 18

Guest Speaker: Todd Marks “Intense, Intents, In Tents”

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“Life Matters”

All life is precious to God, unborn, newborn, elderly, disabled, ordinary. You are known, valued, and loved by God.

“When God Says No!”

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“How to Pray for Healing and Restoration”

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“How to Pray Throughout Your Day”

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“Prayer in Five Dimensions”

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“Who Do You Think You Are Talking To?”

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“A Thankful Life” 1 Thessalonians 5:18

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“Grow Up” Part 2: Ephesians 4:1-16

Do you ever wonder if God would sometimes like to say to us, “Grow Up! In his letter to the Ephesians teaches us what its like to grow up in Christ. This week we’ll look at God’s provision to help us grow.

“Growing Up” Part 1: Ephesians 4:1-16

Do you ever wonder if God would sometimes like to say to us, “Grow Up! In his letter to the Ephesians teaches us what its like to grow up in Christ.

“The First Stone” John 8:1-11

We’ve become experts at throwing stones in an age that desperately needs Jesus’ love and compassion. Come and see how Jesus handles politically volatile situations.

“Drink from Me” John 7:37-38

Are you spiritually thirsty? The Feast of Tabernacles was the 7th and final feast God commanded His people to observe (this year October 13-21). Jesus chose the most important day of this feast to challenge temple tradition and start people talking when He said, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink.” (John […]

“Worshiping the Eternal God” Psalm 90:1-2

We were created to worship the eternal God. From creation and into eternity God’s people have worshiped and will worship Him in a wide variety of ways. Prayers, Creeds, Songs, Spiritual disciplines and more focus our hearts on our creator. This week, we’ll share in some of the historical practices that are new again as […]

Personal Worship: “The Missing Element” Acts 1:14

Imagine a chair with one leg missing. What would happen if you sat down on that chair? The chair would collapse or tip over and you would fall down. The four legs provide balance. When prayer is missing from our Christian life, it’s very easy for our spiritual lives to tip over and collapse. Prayer […]

Personal Worship: “All Your Mind” Luke 10:27, Philippians 4:6-8

Our series Personal Worship from Luke 10:27 concludes this week with the question What does it mean the Lord with all your mind? With that whole organic computer in your head? What happens to your mind as our love relationship with Jesus deepens. Does it transform? How can it change?

Personal Worship “All Your Strength” Luke 10:27, Revelation 3:11

When you “Love the Lord your God with all your strength” you’re loving Him with everything you’ve got. You take God’s hand and hold on for dear life. Faithful to the end. That’s the call we’re talking about this week as we continue our series on Personal worship from Luke 10:27

Personal Worship: “All Your Soul” Luke 10:27

Did you know that your walk is worship? What you do with your life is a reflection of your worship life.  We’re continuing our series Personal Worship with the second part of Luke 10:27 “All Your Soul”. Your walk is worship.

Personal Worship: “All Your Heart” Luke 10:27, Revelation 24

Do you love Jesus? With all your heart? That’s the question we’re asking today as we start a new series on Personal Worship based on Jesus’ words in Luke 10:27.

Barefoot Belief: “Life and Death” John 10:10, Psalm 116:15

It’s a matter of life and death. What is this life we’ve been given and how are we supposed to use it? And what happens when this life is over? Is this all there is? Join us for this life and death conversation.

Barefoot Belief: “Envy” Proverbs 23:17-18

Have you ever wondered why some people who obviously reject God seem to live a charmed life? Have you ever wished that their life was your life? Envy is something that can eat away at you and leave you dissatisfied with your own life. This week we’ll take our advice from Proverbs 23:17-18 and learn […]