Faith Community Church Audio
479 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn this podcast, you'll hear an audio version of our weekly Sunday messages. At Faith Community, our mission is to help you move from where you are to where God wants you to be. We're located in House Springs, MO. To learn more, visit FaithCommunity.co. You are welcome here!
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Take the Initiative
April 22, 2024 19:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBThere are times throughout our lives when God calls us to step out in faith and take a risk. In this message, guest speaker, Pastor Chad Fisher, shares his thoughts on how to take the initiative to do great things with our lives. He shares his personal story of struggle and how that led him to be a part of the solution. April 21, 2024
Plant & Water | Acts Pt. 31
April 15, 2024 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBWe often want God to reveal the big plan to us. But what if He's asking you to let Him order your steps? In this message, Tabitha Caplinger explores Acts 18:1-22 and the significance of Paul's eventful journey as He takes the Gospel to Jews and Gentiles one day at a time. This kind of day-to-day reliance on God can be difficult. Just like Paul, we can trust God to provide as we submit ourselves to His will. April 14, 2024
How to Share Your Faith | Acts Pt. 30
April 09, 2024 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBIt can be intimidating to share what God has done in your life and why you're a Christian. In this message, Pastor Josh steps into the story as Paul shares why he placed his trust and faith in the resurrected Christ. April 7, 2024
The Resurrecting Savior | Savior Pt. 4
April 09, 2024 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBHow do we respond to Easter? Just as Jesus called Lazarus from the grave, He's made a way to breathe new life into the broken places of our lives. March 31, 2024
The Grace to Let Go | Savior Pt. 3
March 25, 2024 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBIn order for there to be a resurrection, something must go to the grave first. As we continue our observation of Jesus at Lazarus' tomb, Pastor Josh asks the question: what do you need to let "die" or "let go" in this season so that Jesus can do a new thing in your life? March 24, 2024
God, I'm Angry | Savior Pt. 2
March 18, 2024 19:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWhat do you do with anger? As we continue our study of John 11 at the tomb of Lazarus, Pastor Josh explores the anger we see Jesus express and how this emotion is rooted in His love for us. March 17, 2024
He's A Weeping Savior | Savior Pt. 1
March 11, 2024 21:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBAs we walk toward Easter, we're exploring four observations of Christ as He stands before Lazurus' tomb. In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks the shortest verse in the English Bible: "Jesus Wept." We explore what Scripture is saying here and what this means for us today. March 10, 2024
The Power of Community
March 04, 2024 18:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBHealthy community is part of God's plan that provides for our needs and helps us grow as followers of Christ. While it can be challenging to build, Pastor Brian shares a few thoughts and practical ideas that will help you learn the importance of community and cultivate your own. March 3, 2024
It Seemed Good | Acts Pt. 27
February 27, 2024 21:00 - 31 seconds - 409 KBAs we learn to follow Christ, we also have to learn how to work together as we discover how to live His way. For the early Christians, it was no different! In this message, Pastor Josh walks through Acts 15 and the discussions and disputes the Early Church walked through all the way back in the beginning. February 11, 2024
When God Says No | Acts Pt. 29
February 27, 2024 21:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBAs you follow Christ, there may be seasons when the answer is no. So what do we do when something seems good, but we don't feel like God is moving us in that direction? What good can come out of not doing a good thing? In this message, Pastor Josh explores Acts 16 and how God worked through their time in prison. February 25, 2024
Going Separate Ways | Acts Pt. 28
February 19, 2024 23:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBIn the Book of Acts, we get a glimpse into the disagreements the Early Church walked through. Within this story, we come to a place where two leaders must go their separate ways to continue the work of sharing the Gospel. It's here we explore the grief and discomfort that can come from navigating disagreement. February 18, 2024
Embracing Midian
February 05, 2024 21:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWe all go through wilderness seasons. In this message, Pastor Josh explores the story of Moses and his experience in the wilderness of Midian after he ran away from his prestigious life in Egypt. February 4, 2024
Rooted in Accountability | Psalm One Pt. 4
January 30, 2024 23:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBAccountability can inspire a lot of feelings. But what if accountability really equates with love? In the final part of the Psalm One series, Pastor Josh discusses what true accountability is and why it's essential to growing in our walk with Christ. January 28, 2024
Rooted in Responsibility | Psalm One Pt. 2
January 22, 2024 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBResponsibility isn't always associated with fun or excitement, but it's vital to our personal growth. In this message, Pastor Josh continues our study of Psalm One by going back to where it all started: the apple, the serpent, and the tree. January 7, 2024
Rooted in Instruction | Psalm One Pt. 3
January 22, 2024 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBHave you ever put Ikea furniture together before looking at the instructions only to realize you missed one crucial step? Us too. In this message, Pastor Brian Caplinger continues our study on Psalm One with a discussion about the importance of instruction. To grow in maturity, it's important to heed Biblical principles and advice from wise & trusted counsel, even if it doesn't always feel great in the moment! January 21, 2024
YHWH | YHWH Pt. 4
January 03, 2024 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBAs we celebrated Christmas Eve, we explored what it means for Jesus to be Immanuel, God with us. This powerful Name is a reminder that God never leaves or forsakes us and it's a truth we can rest in all year round! December 24, 2023
Where Are You Planted? | Psalm One Pt. 1
January 03, 2024 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBAs we begin a new year, Pastor Josh is looking through the lens of Psalm One. The text leads us to consider where we're planted, and why it's vital to our Christian walk to be planted in God's way. December 31, 2023
Lord | YHWH Pt. 3
December 18, 2023 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBWho - or what - is lord of your life? In Pt. 3 of the "YHWH" series, Pastor Josh discusses what it means for Jesus to be Lord of our lives and how we can place our hope in His ultimate Truth. December 17, 2023
YHWH PT. 1 | Savior
December 05, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBThe Christmas season is a time to remember what Jesus means to us. In part one of "YHWH" Pastor Josh explores the meaning of Jesus as 'Saviour,' leading us to discover why we need saving in the first place. December 3, 2023
What is Good?
December 05, 2023 21:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWhat does God call good? Tacos are good, that movie you watched last week was good, life is good...Good can be kind of arbitrary in so many situations. So how do we begin to recognize the true Goodness of God when it doesn't look like we think it should? In this message, Tabitha Caplinger discusses the Hebrew word "tov" by exploring the story of creation and how we can trust that God always has good in store. November 26, 2023
It is Well | Acts Pt. 26
November 21, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBLife can be difficult, and at some point, we all experience suffering in one way or another. So how do you make it through? Looking through the lens of Scripture and personal experience, Pastor Josh continues our study in Acts with a discussion on suffering with the hope of the Gospel. November 19, 2023
Need a Compass? | Acts Pt. 25
November 13, 2023 01:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBHave you ever been facing a decision or feeling a change coming and found yourself wishing God would just provide a map to show you which way to go? As Paul and the disciples continue to preach "The Good News" in Acts, we see them stay committed to the path God laid out for them - even if the whole journey wasn't yet clear. Pastor Josh also provides four questions that can serve as a "compass" for life's decisions. November 12, 2023
He Never Promised Easy | Acts Pt. 24
November 06, 2023 21:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBHave you ever wondered why following Jesus doesn't fix all your problems? As we continue following the story lined out in Acts, Pastor Josh discusses the challenges the Disciples faced and how they stayed the course in the midst of opposition. November 5, 2023
Does God Still Speak? | Acts Pt. 23
November 06, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBWe see God speak and act in Scripture, but does that still happen today? In Acts 13, Paul sets out on his first missionary journey. Through this text, how God speaks and the different ways we can discern His voice in our own lives. October 29, 2023
A Compassion Story | An Interview with Dr. Richmond Wandera
October 23, 2023 17:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB“I looked at my future and said, “Here I come.” - Dr. Richmond Wandera Pastor Josh sat down with Dr. Wandera to talk about his incredible story. At a young age, he faced incredible loss and hardship, but his life changed forever when he was connected with Compassion International. A 15-year-old girl on the other side of the world used her babysitting money to sponsor him. As he said, she chose to “live simply so others could simply live.” If you would like to sponsor a child, visit compa...
Pray Like You Mean It | Acts Pt. 22
October 23, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBHave you ever been surprised by something God has done in your life? In Acts 12, we see the Church shocked by God's miraculous answer to their earnest prayers. As we watch the story unfold in this chapter, we're reminded that God sees us, hears us, and acts on our behalf according to His goodness! October 22, 2023
The Growing Church | Acts Pt. 21
October 11, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBWhat does healthy church community look like? Acts provides a glimpse into the fruit of the growing early church and how they navigated conflict, relationships, and ministry. This week, Pastor Josh walks through Acts 11 as we learn how encouragement, mentorship, and generosity serve Christian community. October 8, 2023
You are Welcome at the Table | Acts Pt. 19
October 03, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBScripture paints beautiful imagery of Jesus preparing a table before us to receive His grace, redemption, and mercy. This gift is free for us to receive for ourselves, and it's also one we're meant to share with others. Everyone is welcome at the table! September 24, 2023
Life After Betrayal
October 03, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBThe pain of betrayal is unique, but we aren't alone in this experience. Jesus Himself experienced people turning their backs on Him and even delivering Him to His own death. In this message, Pastor Josh explores our responses to being betrayed and how we can look to Scripture for a pathway toward healing. September 17, 2023
Responding to Criticism | Acts Pt. 20
October 03, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBCriticism and conflict are both a part of life and with the right approach, can actually be healthy! In this message, Pastor Josh continues our study of Acts as Peter discusses a controversial topic with fellow believers. October 10, 2023
The Gospel Can Transform Anyone | Acts Pt. 18
September 11, 2023 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this message, Tabitha Caplinger unpacks Acts 9 as we watch Saul experience radical transformation from a murderous heart to a passionate follower of Christ. Our stories are never too far gone for the Gospel. September 10, 2023
How Far Does the Gospel Reach? | Acts Pt. 17
September 05, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBThe Gospel was always meant to reach the ends of the earth. As we study Acts, we get a glimpse of how it began to move in the very beginning! In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks chapter 8 as Philip has the opportunity to share the Gospel with a traveler from Ethiopia. September 3, 2023
Responding to the Gospel | Acts pt. 16
August 28, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThe gift of the Gospel is meant to be shared with others. In this message, Pastor Brian Caplinger recounts Stephen's story in Acts 6 & 7 as he preaches the truth of the Gospel and is ultimately martyred. August 27, 2023
The Truth is Life | Acts Pt. 15
August 21, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBAs followers of Christ, we're called to embrace the truth of God's Word and follow His way. In Acts 5, we see a few groups of people grappling with this Truth and how to move forward. While the religious leaders responded with harsh jealousy, the disciples chose to obey God no matter what! August 20, 2023
We Believe in the Miraculous | Acts Pt. 14
August 14, 2023 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBGod works in the miraculous, unexplained things. In this message, Pastor Josh continued our study in Acts as we explore how the early Church moved forward in unity and complete dependence on God. August 13, 2023
What's Your Motive? | Acts Pt. 13
August 08, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBThe narrative of Scripture includes some pretty wild stories. As we jump back into Acts, we encounter two people whose deliberate disobedience led to their downfall. Pastor Josh unpacks this story with a reminder that our motives matter and we can choose to follow God's leading. August 6, 2023
Go And Do Likewise | Fruit of the Spirit Pt. 4
August 03, 2023 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBThe way we treat others matters, and oftentimes, we cannot love others well in our own strength! As we wrapped up our study on the Fruit of the Spirit, Pastor Josh discussed the importance of faithfulness, the misconceptions of gentleness and the humility found in self-control. July 30, 2023
It's All Connected | Fruit of the Spirit Pt. 3
July 25, 2023 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBAs we continue studying the Fruit of the Spirit, Pastor Josh discusses peace, goodness, and kindness. While we experience these three characteristics within ourselves, they also influence how we treat others! July 23, 2023
You Don't Have to Work For It | Fruit of the Spirit Pt. 2
July 17, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MBSo often in life, we think our joy or peace are the products of what's happening around us. But as we dig into Scripture, we discover that this fruit is something the Holy Spirit works in us and it's all rooted in love. July 16, 2023
What's Love Got to Do With It | Fruit of the Spirit Pt. 1
July 10, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBWe're called to live like Christ, and on that journey, we have the Holy Spirit to help cultivate Godly character within us. In the first message of this series, Pastor Josh discusses the differences between the law and Spirit and how we can live empowered as we follow Jesus! July 9, 2023
What's In Your Hand
July 03, 2023 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBSometimes the thing we've been waiting for God to provide has been with us all along. In this message, Pastor Josh walks through the story of Moses and the ways God worked through him using what was already in his hand. July 7, 2023
Stories of the Lost Things
June 26, 2023 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBJesus set a table full of grace and He was always looking for the ones society deemed unworthy. In this message, Tabitha Caplinger explores a few stories from the Gospel about lost things and God's heart to find them. June 25, 2023
Pax Vobiscum Pt. 4 | It's A Different Kind of Yoke
June 19, 2023 21:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBIn the last part of the series, "Pax Vobiscum," Pastor Josh focuses on the yoke described in Matthew 11:28-30. This powerful imagery laid out in scripture teaches us that we aren't alone on the journey. Jesus is walking with us throughout every season of life, offering freedom and rest along the way. June 18, 2023
Pax Vobiscum Pt. 3 | Learning to be Meek & Lowly
June 12, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBIn Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus describes Himself as "meek and lowly." This powerful statement serves as an example of how we are to live as Christ-followers! In this message, Pastor Josh explores the meaning of being meek and lowly and how humility can lead to rest. June 11, 2023
Pax Vobiscum Pt. 2 | Rest is More Than A Vacation
June 06, 2023 01:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBWhat is rest? In this message, Pastor Josh shares a few definitions of rest and what he's learned about the barriers that can keep us from experiencing rest to the fullest. June 4, 2023
Pax Vobiscum Pt. 1 | Living From Rest
June 05, 2023 21:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBHave you ever considered how to live from rest? So often in our culture, we value accomplishment and busyness over the peace available in Christ. In this message, Pastor Josh shares about his sabbatical experience and the ways God's perfect love led him to discover true rest. *Pax Vobiscum is Latin for "Peace be with you." May 28, 2023
All You Need to Live
May 23, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBWhat if you could live life with God every single day? In Scripture, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit would come to dwell in us. So what does that mean for our everyday lives? In this message, Pastor Charles walks through the four miracles the Holy Spirit works in our everyday lives. May 14, 2023
We Need Each Other
May 23, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBGod's Kingdom is fortified with each new generation. In this message, Tabitha Caplinger walks through the importance of building a culture of generational leadership and how we can be intentional about connecting with one another to foster community. May 21, 2023
Foggy Faith Pt. 2
May 09, 2023 21:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBGuest Speaker: Mark Cox When life feels foggy, it's our choice how we respond. God is faithful in every season, and when we trust Him, we develop an "instrument-rated faith" that will carry us through! May 7, 2023
Foggy Faith Pt. 1
May 01, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBGuest Speaker: Mark Cox We've all been there. The seasons of doubt, fear, or uncertainty when we just can't see what's ahead. In this message, Guest Speaker Mark Cox shares his story of a foggy season, how foggy faith is real faith, and how we can trust God on the journey! April 30, 2023