First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO

The Church We've Always Dreamed Of

Jesus wants to build a church where we can see the possibilities in one another. Scripture: James 3:13-4:3, 7-8

Wrangling Over Words

Our words have the power to destroy -- or bless. Scripture: James 3:1-12

God's Favorite People

When we consider everyone to be in the image of God, who are God's favorite people? Scripture: James 2:1-10

A Faith for Bottom-Line Believers

The book of James provides us with practical ways to live our lives as believers. Scripture: James 1:17-27

Come Before Winter

Do we use the opportunities God has given us today, or trust instead in waiting and an uncertain future? 2 Timothy 4:9-13, 19-22

What Would You Ask For?

Solomon had the opportunity to ask for whatever he wanted in a dream. What do we do with the gifts we are given? Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4; 3:3-10

Remembering Doyle Sager: The Garden of Memories

A brown and seemingly lifeless garden is the very place where hope and life can spring forth. And, the practice of gratitude is the Spirit's invitation to get our hands in the dirt when we participate in God's redeeming work. Colossians 2:6-7

Just in Case You Ever Wonder

Love God. Love others. Jesus says that these are the most important commandments -- and then shows them in a breakfast conversation with Peter. Scripture: Matthew 22: 36-40 

A Lifetime Journey

we are asked to journey with God into a future unknown to us, but one fully known to God.  Genesis 22:1-14 

Free at Last

Life has many forms of oppression, but Christ offers us the freedom to overcome. Scripture: Luke 4: 14-21

Where's the Captain?

In times of trouble, we need to wait patiently for the salvation of the Lord. Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-26

Blessed to Be a Blessing

We can be grateful for our country, but there is the temptation of over confidence if we do not rely on prayer. Scripture:  Psalm 33:1-12

Getting Lost

There are many ways of being lost. Regardless of our circumstances, Jesus can help us find our way.  Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

A New Way of Walking with Others

Relationships cannot be sustained without forgiveness. The focus is not in the receiving of forgiveness, but in the giving. Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15; Matthew 22:39

A New Way of Walking with God

If we want to age well, we must become good grievers. Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38

A New Way of Walking with God

If we want to age well, we must become good grievers. Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38

Summer Music Celebration

A Place to Call Home

What if coming home meant for everyone a place of absolute grace, extravagant love and safety to be yourself? Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Two Statues: A Graduation Sermon for All Ages

 One athlete and two statues can teach us powerful lessons about life's priorities according to Jesus.  Scripture: Matthew 22:35-42

BLOOM: Scorched Earth Alternative—Love in Times of Conflict

Jesus teaches conflict resolution that strengthens relationships. Scripture: Matthew 5:20-26

BLOOM: Harvesting Good Friendships

In Christ, friendship is sharing burdens and working for the good of all. Scripture:  Galatians 6:1-3, 7-10

BLOOM: Grow with Me: The Best Is Yet to Be

A faithful and flourishing family puts love at its center. Scripture: Galatians 5:4-6, 13-15

BLOOM: God Provides the Growth

God’s Spirit helps us fulfill our shared purpose—growing up in Christ. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

BLOOM: Healthy Soil

The health we each bring is key to the health of the relationships we can grow. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 

Youth Sunday

Messages and Children's Time from Youth Sunday: God Is Our Constant - Bryan Ford (Jeremiah 2:9-11; Joshua 1:9; Hebrews 13:8) Children’s Time - Maxwell Ntalamu and Katrina Peter (Jeremiah 29:12) Jesus Is Enough - Grace Craighead  (Jeremiah 2:13) Things Above - Josh Pridemore (Colossians 3:1-4) In the Storm - Grafton Craighead (Luke 8:22-25)

The Big Reveal

An encounter with the Risen Christ changes everything! Scripture:  John 4:1-42

Maundy Thursday Meditation

Scripture: John 13:1-17; 33-35

Renovating Our Soul

We know we are growing in Christ when we are growing in love. Scripture: John 15:12-17

Renovating Our Feelings

Christ heals and strengthens us to live authentically.  Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Renovating Our Feelings

Christ heals and strengthens us to live authentically.  Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Renovating Our Mind

Christ reframes our thinking, freeing us to focus on God’s way. Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10

Renovating Our Will

Christ reframes our ‘why’ for living and loving. Scripture: Luke 6:43-49

The Cost of Renovation

We find real, soul-satisfying life when Christ is our life’s focus. Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Time to Renovate

Christ’s work in our lives meets our deepest needs and longings. Scripture: John 15: 1-11

Ash Wednesday Reflection: Dusty People

Once we recognize our mortality, we can receive the gift that comes with surrendering to who we really are -- dusty people. Scripture: Psalm 108:8-18

God Intended It for Good

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Cotton Patch Gospel small group: Week 5

Audio from the final week of the small group class studying Clarence Jordan's Cotton Patch Gospel, led by Brian Kaylor. (Note: there is no audio from the first week) 

Cotton Patch Gospel small group: Week 4

Audio from the fourth week of the small group class studying Clarence Jordan's Cotton Patch Gospel, led by Brian Kaylor. (Note: there is no audio from the first week) 

Cotton Patch Gospel small group: Week 3

Audio from the third week of the small group class studying Clarence Jordan's Cotton Patch Gospel, led by Brian Kaylor. (Note: there is no audio from the first week) 

Cotton Patch Gospel small group: Week 2

Audio from the second week of the small group class studying Clarence Jordan's Cotton Patch Gospel, led by Brian Kaylor. (Note: there is no audio from the first week) 

Taking Your Next Right Step

When we can't see the whole story, God invites us to take the next right step in Love. Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

God is at Work in the Unknown

Whatever unknown you face today, God's compassion surrounds you and God is ready to work in you something that is deeply good and will change your life. Scripture: Genesis 41:29-30; 33-41

Grief, Gratitude, Good News

Our worship service is a special time of prayer, scripture, and worship. We will pause our current series on Joseph to draw near to God, to pray for Doyle and the Sager family, and to proclaim our hope in Christ. We are known in this unknown journey we find ourselves in as a congregation.  Scripture: Psalm 23, Lamentations 3:22-24

God Knows You and Is for You

Scripture: Genesis 39:6b-23

Known in the Unknown: Not Alone in the Unknown

Scripture: Genesis 37:17b-28

Turning the Page

The Bible provides examples of those who turned the page from their current realities to new possibilities. Scriptures: Genesis 6:18; 33:4, 12; Luke 8:7-48  

Learning to See Ourselves the Way God Sees Us

By transforming grace, God sees us as beautiful and worth loving. Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-4

Gifts That Last: The Christ Candle

Scripture: Luke 2:6-14

Gifts That Last: Peace

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13 

Lighting the Candle of Joy

Today's scripture: Luke 1:46-55