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First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO

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A podcast of sermons from First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, Missouri. See what LOVE can do!

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Episodes

Faithful Giving: Connecting Heart and Wallet

November 04, 2019 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Our wallets may often give evidence of where our hearts are. Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

God Uses Imperfect People

October 28, 2019 01:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

Imperfect servants, God has a job for you — perfect people need not apply.Scripture: Acts 10:1-16

Failing Forward: Confrontation and Restoration

October 20, 2019 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Even after we fail Jesus, his love offers us a path to repentance and fresh mission. Scripture: John 21:9-23

Failing Forward: Confusion and Failure

October 13, 2019 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Our pride and need to be in control lead us into dark places spiritually. Scripture: John 18:1-27

Failing Forward: Beginning, Stumbling and Growing

October 06, 2019 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

As in Simon Peter’s experience, our spiritual journeys are filled with successes and failures. Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20; 16:13-23

Creeds and Deeds

September 30, 2019 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

How do we align our beliefs and behavior between what we say and who we are? Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

What Are the Logistics of Prayer?

September 22, 2019 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

The mechanics of prayer are simple, but require practice and discipline. Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Why Doesn't God Answer My Prayers?

September 15, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

“Yes” is only one of God’s many possible answers to our prayers. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-10; Revelation 5:6-8

Why Pray?

September 08, 2019 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MB

Exploring the universal longing for connection with our Creator and Deliverer. Scripture: Psalm 42

Your God Is Too Small: The LORD God, Our All in All

September 01, 2019 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

Our King of Kings and Lord of Lords will make things right and eventually heal creation. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19-28; Revelation 11:15-17

Your God Is Too Small: The Holy One

August 25, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

God is distinct from and above all creation, yet enters into our suffering to redeem it for good purposes. Scripture: Isaiah 44:6-8; 46:3-10; 57:15

Angela Project Community Worship

August 20, 2019 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Tuesday, Aug. 20 is the 400th anniversary of the first slave brought to America. On Aug. 19, First Baptist Church hosted a community service featuring religious leaders from the community to contemplate the past actions taken by our church, community and nation and current inequalities that exist.  

Your God Is Too Small: Yahweh, The Personal and Promise-keeping God

August 18, 2019 17:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

In an unfolding, never-failing plan, God reveals God’s Self in relationships. Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Your God Is Too Small: El Shaddai, The Mighty One

August 12, 2019 02:00 - 22 minutes - 15.9 MB

God’s power and majesty are beyond our categories of description, yet are seasoned with tenderness and good intentions toward us. Scripture: Genesis 17:1-8

Fierce Love

August 11, 2019 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

God pursues us in love and never gives up on us. Scripture: Hosea 11:1-9

We Will Remember

July 29, 2019 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

When something is lost -- whether it be a pair of glasses, your way, or the sense of God's presence -- the secret to finding it again is retracing your steps. Scripture: Psalm 85

Christ: No More, No Less

July 21, 2019 22:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-28

Live-giving Relationships

July 14, 2019 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

The secret of life-giving relationships is grace. That often can be found within a body of believers or in a small group. Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

God’s GPS

July 07, 2019 22:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

God’s guidance comes by way of a Person, not a road map. Scripture: John 16:12-15

Victory Over Shame

June 30, 2019 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

Whether it is getting pulled in front of your church -- or caught in sins of murder and adultery like King David -- mercy and forgiveness are possible. Psalm 51

Living Within Life’s Limits

June 24, 2019 17:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

In our constant quest to be all things to all people, we need to sometimes take a break, take stock and pay attention. Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-12

Family Life Is Messy: The Art of (Mis)communication

June 17, 2019 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Tenderness, tone of voice, careful listening, speech sprinkled with grace—it’s all there in scripture. Scripture: Ephesians 4:25 – 5:2

Move the Fence

June 10, 2019 11:00 - 19 minutes - 8.98 MB

When the Holy Spirit drenches Christ’s church, everyone gets in on God’s plan. Scripture: Acts 2:1-21  (Pentecost Sunday)

Storm Trauma

May 26, 2019 18:00 - 18 minutes - 8.67 MB

A message in the aftermath of the May 21 Jefferson City tornado. Scripture: Psalm 46; Mark 4:35-41

Family Life Is Messy: Who Wins the Arguments at Your House?

May 19, 2019 20:00 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MB

Successful families learn to take turns being wrong. Scripture: Ephesians 5:21 – 6:3

Family Life Is Messy: Making Blended Families Work

May 13, 2019 04:00 - 21 minutes - 10.1 MB

There is no such thing as a typical family; all families struggle with jealousy, hurt and unresolved pain. Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Compelled to Be God's Love

May 05, 2019 23:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MB

Message brought by Paul Baxley, executive coordinator for the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Habeas Corpus

April 21, 2019 19:00 - 18 minutes - 8.77 MB

Jesus’ bodily resurrection affirms his lordship over every area of life. Scripture: John 20:11-29

Habeas Corpus

April 21, 2019 19:00 - 18 minutes - 8.77 MB

Jesus’ bodily resurrection affirms his lordship over every area of life. Scripture: John 20:11-29

Following Jesus: Jesus Finishing

April 14, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 8.12 MB

Jesus’ faithfulness to his life mission brings God’s eternal plan into the here and now. Scripture: John 19:23-30

Following Jesus: Jesus Warning

April 07, 2019 04:00 - 18 minutes - 8.34 MB

Through his covenant meal, Jesus confronts our faithlessness.

Following Jesus: Jesus Serving

March 31, 2019 04:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MB

Jesus shows us how to give up pride and privilege in order to love genuinely. Scripture: John 13:1-20

Following Jesus: Jesus Agonizing

March 24, 2019 04:00 - 21 minutes - 9.88 MB

We die in order to live and the struggle to be obedient will cost us everything. John 12:20-33

Following Jesus: Jesus Prioritizing

March 18, 2019 04:00 - 15 minutes - 6.99 MB

Christ’s sacrifice calls for extravagant devotion and commitment. Scripture: John 12:1-8

Following Jesus: Jesus Weeping

March 10, 2019 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12 MB

Jesus’ compassion for those ravaged by disease, sin and death. Scripture: John 11:17-37

Mapping FBC DNA: Global Partners

March 03, 2019 05:00 - 17 minutes - 8.06 MB

We share Christ. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14 - 6:2.

2019 Youth Sunday

February 24, 2019 05:00 - 20 minutes - 9.6 MB

Messages from this year's Youth Sunday: - (0:00) Arianna Woods (Scripture: Philippians 4:13) - (6:37) Stephen Rogers (Scripture: John 3:16)

Mapping FBC DNA: Community Transformation

February 18, 2019 05:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MB

We help people. Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Mapping FBC DNA: Authentic Relationships

February 04, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 9.15 MB

We love each other. Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Mapping FBC DNA: Life-Changing Faith

January 27, 2019 05:00 - 21 minutes - 9.81 MB

We follow Christ. Scripture: Matthew 7:12-27

Mapping FBC DNA: God-Centered Worship

January 21, 2019 05:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MB

We love God. Scripture: Psalm 63:1-8

Rise and Shine

January 06, 2019 18:00 - 14 minutes - 6.65 MB

We are ordinary people through which God pours extraordinary blessings into the world. Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Christmas--The Sequel

January 02, 2019 20:00 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MB

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21 

Christmas Thieves: Loneliness — Crowds Without Connection

January 02, 2019 19:00 - 19 minutes - 9.17 MB

Holy seasons only become rich when they are experienced in community. Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Christmas Thieves: Shallowness — Church Without Life Change

December 16, 2018 19:00 - 21 minutes - 9.97 MB

Are we paying lip service to the spiritual meaning of the season or truly keeping Christ at the center? Scripture: Luke 3:1-14 

Christmas Thieves: Busyness — Partying Without Celebration

December 09, 2018 15:00 - 16 minutes - 7.66 MB

Overstuffed holiday schedules rob us of joy, peace and time for reflection. Scripture: Luke 21:34-38

Prophet, Priest and King

November 25, 2018 19:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MB

The church is always nourished by Jesus Christ, who fulfills his divine roles. Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Loving God Through Faithful Giving: Loving God’s Mission

November 18, 2018 18:00 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MB

Coming into a relationship with Christ means we take on his passion through sacrificially giving. Scripture: Romans 15:20-29

Loving God Through Faithful Giving: Loving God and Neighbor

November 11, 2018 17:00 - 19 minutes - 9.12 MB

Loving God and neighbor require concrete actions. Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Loving God Through Faithful Giving: Loving God’s Creation

November 04, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MB

God holds us accountable for the stewardship of all creation. Scripture: Genesis 1:1-26; 2:15; Jeremiah 2:7 See additional scripture passages about caring for God’s creation.

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