First Church Podcast

Miracles Begin With You

June 02, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

God does the supernatural, the miraculous. However, He does the supernatural in response to our faith. Stretch yourself, take the first step, listen to the voice of God, and experience His provision.

We all go through seasons of our lives where it feels as though we are sinking – financially, relationally, or emotionally. God told us to get in the boat and go, but now it feels as though He is nowhere to be found. But one thing is for certain, when God gives us a word, He follows through. What He speaks, He guides us to – and He might even call us to walk on water in the meantime!

Glorified

May 19, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

All of us want to know our lives count for something, that they matter, that we’re a part of something bigger than ourselves. God gives us that opportunity to come together and make an impact through the unimaginable power of the church. Through the glory, presence, and Holy Spirit of God, we can be a part of seeing God’s kingdom come and His will getting done on earth – together!

You're God's Favorite

May 12, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

Discover the enigma of divine favor: while God’s love encompasses all, some seem to bask more in His favor. Who are they, and what sets them apart? Explore the path to becoming one of the chosen few.

What Are Your Expectations?

May 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 64 MB

Are your personal aspirations too low? Consider the higher expectations that God may have for you. Dare to leave behind limited visions and embrace the divine plans for your life. Join us as we journey towards fulfilling God’s envisioned purpose for us.

Let's Go Up The Mountain

April 21, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

“Let’s Go Up The Mountain.” It was the ultimate test of faith. It was a faith journey that was so much more than Abraham could have imagined. God asked Abraham to worship Him by sacrificing his only son, Isaac. Abraham passed the test and was greatly blessed. This narrative, however, isn’t just ancient history, it holds profound relevance for us today. Discover the power of obedience and faith and uncover the blessings that await those who trust in the providence of the Divine.

The Comeback

March 31, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

You cannot have a comeback if you stay in your setback! So how do you get through what you are going through? In this special Easter message, Pastor Daryle Williams reminds us that God has revealed to us a profound lesson in overcoming setbacks and experiencing comebacks.

He is the King

March 24, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

Jesus is King! For a follower of Christ, that has to be more than simple lip service. To say truly say He is King requires from us a profound commitment to worship, serve, and trust Him. Only then to we begin to experience what it means to live in His kingdom.

Word Power

March 10, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Witness the awe-inspiring authority of Jesus as He taught people and expelled demons. Through the divine synergy of the Word of God and the Holy Spirit, His power flowed effortlessly. Join us in this message to explore how we, too, can tap into the transformative power of the Word, empowered by faith and the Holy Spirit.

The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Me

March 03, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Jesus, a man of flesh, embodied the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit. As followers, we too can unlock the fullness of God’s blessings by embracing the indwelling, guidance, and empowerment of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Jesus Gave Us Something to Follow

February 25, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

At his baptism, Jesus heard the Father say three things, “You are mine, you are loved, and you bring me joy.” You and I as children of God need to know that the Father is saying the same three things to us - you are His, He does love you, and you do please Him. The first statement is our identity - we are His children. The second statement is unconditional - He will always love us. And the third statement is emotional - Your Father in heaven expresses emotion over you. Hear these words and b...

You are mine, you are loved, you bring me joy

February 18, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Just as Jesus listened to the Father's voice declaring, "You are my dearly loved Son, and you bring me great joy," it is imperative for us to internalize and embrace the truth that we belong to God, that He loves us deeply, and that we have the capacity to bring Him joy.

Eat Like Jesus Ate

February 11, 2024 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

The Book of Luke describes many instances of Jesus eating with those that were not like Him - Pharisees, tax collectors, sinners, and others. From this we can learn that Jesus modeled hospitality, God loves strangers, and true hospitality heals.

12 Year Old Jesus

January 28, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Luke is the only Gospel writer that tells the story of 12 year old Jesus in the temple. From this account, we can learn that Jesus, though He was the Son of God, was born humble, poor, and different than any other boy. Yet He confounded the religious teachers with His knowledge as a young man.

My Father's House

January 14, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

The Book of Luke tells us that Anna, a prophet, stayed in the temple night and day praying and worshiping God. First Church is in the middle of 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting and this message answers the questions, Why go to church to pray? What should we pray? and How should we pray?

Becoming Devout

January 07, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

The first two chapters of Luke share the stories of four people who were advanced in years. Their most distinguishing characteristic was that they had all been devout -- devoted fully to God -- for many years. They did so with worship, prayer, and fasting. As we enter into our annual 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, Pastor Daryle gives 10 Biblical reasons to fast.

While You Wait

December 31, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

One week after the birth of Jesus there were still people waiting for God to help them in their circumstances. What should we do when we have to wait for God to show up in our lives and deliver us from our struggles? Simeon and Anna in Luke 2 give us an example of what to do while we wait.

The Spirit of Christmas

December 24, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

What is the spirit of Christmas? Many people would give you many different definitions. But the true spirit of Christmas is worship - worship toward a God who would love His creation so much that He would become a man and come to earth the rescue us from our sins.

Uncertain Prayers

December 10, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

God is interested in the affairs of men and women. So in anticipation of sending His Son to earth, He sent angels to two couples who would be parents of John the Baptist and Jesus. Mary, Jesus' mother believed the words of the angel while Zechariah, John's father, disbelieved.

A True Story

December 03, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

The Book of Luke gives the most complete account of Jesus' birth in the Bible. In this first message in the series, Pastor Daryle Williams shares powerful evidence of the Bible's validity, authenticity, and truthfulness.

Pardoned

November 26, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

What does it mean to be pardoned? A pardon results in a release from punishment and guilt. Every one of us has the wonderful opportunity to be pardoned from our sins by the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus.

Is This The End?

November 19, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

The Bible speaks about the end of the world and the second coming of Jesus. Are we living in those times? Can we know when it will happen? Pastor Daryle Williams cuts through the sensationalism and the guesswork and gives us solid Biblical perspectives on the end times.

What's Up with the Government?

November 12, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Perhaps more than any other subject or person or organization, the government is topic of countless headlines in the news. But what does God have to say about government? Should we as Christians obey the government? Respect the government?

Why Do So Many Hate Israel?

November 05, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

Why was Israel attacked in October 2023? Why has Israel faced so many enemies and attackers? Why are so many people around the world so polarized over such a small nation? In this first message in the Headlines & God's Lines series, Pastor Daryle Williams traces God's covenant with Israel 4,000 years ago through to present day.

Don't Miss the Experience

October 29, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Knowing about something is great, but knowing facts, history, and statistics don't compare with actually experiencing it. At First Church we emphasize connecting to God, connecting to others, and connecting to our purpose - and experiencing each of these things in our lives.

15,145

October 22, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Jesus told a parable about a man hiring workers to work in a field. The point of the story is that if we show up for God, God will always show up for us and give us provision, blessings, and His presence.

Walk of a Lifetime

October 08, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

The most meaningful way to experience God is to walk with Him. Both Enoch and Noah in the Bible walked with God and they walked in faith, chose the path of righteousness, and they walked in a way that pleased God.

Absent

October 01, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Have you ever felt like God was absent? Have you longed to experience God but it seems like He's just not there? In this first message in the Experience series, Pastor Daryle Williams helps us understand 5 reasons why we may feel like we are not experiencing God and how to push through them.

Complete In Time

September 24, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

The apostle Paul lived a complete life. He said, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, and I have kept the faith." Pastor David Hale concludes the Complete series by challenging us to be like Paul and fight, keep the faith, and get back on course.

Complete Through Loss

September 17, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

What does a Complete life look like? The most complete life ever lived was Jesus himself. But he didn't have all the things we usually associate with a complete life. What He did have was a dynamic connection to God, He loved others passionately, and He was committed to His purpose. If we have these things in our lives, they too will be complete.

All The Pieces

September 10, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Your life is made up of many unique pieces. The Bible says that you are uniquely designed. You are not like anyone else. You are your own beautiful puzzle. But, as you put the pieces of your life together, if there is a piece missing, the picture of your life will not look right. Jesus is the only piece that fits into the missing void in our lives.

Dead Flies - Forgetfulness

August 27, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

The Bible tells us that without faith it is impossible to please God. Where does faith come from? It comes from remembering what God has done in the past so you have confidence in what God can do in your future.

Dead Flies - Unforgiveness

August 20, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Because we've been wronged, we often feel justified in holding back forgiveness for the people who have sinned against us. But Jesus made it clear that our forgiveness from God is directly tied to our willingness to forgive others.

Dead Flies - Pride

August 13, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

When we make a list of the most serious sins, pride probably doesn't show up at the top of the list. But it is one of those "dead flies" - a seemingly small distraction that can actually be a very serious deterrent to a thriving relationship with God.

Dead Flies - Indecision

August 06, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

Little things can get in the way of great successes in our lives. In this first message in the Dead Flies series, Abraham challenges us to make a once-and-for-all decision to follow Jesus and leave no opportunity to turn back.

Winning the Spiritual War

July 30, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

When struggles, battles, and circumstances come at us in life we are often tempted to fight back in the natural realm. But the Apostle Paul tells us that though we are human, we don't wage war as humans do - in the natural. We wage war in the spiritual with faith, worship, and prayer.

Winning The Right Race

July 23, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

We all want to be winners in all areas of our lives, but which area is the most important to win? In this message in the Winning series, Abraham challenges us to win in relationship with God, pleasing God, and trusting in God.

Hungry for the Win

July 16, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

What separates winners from those who come in second, third, and even last? Often they have the same natural ability and talent, but those who win do so because they want it more - they hunger for the win. Pastor Daryle Williams challenges us to get hungry for God's presence so we can come out on top.

Winning Through Suffering

July 09, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

The Bible tells us that when trials, tests, and temptations come, we should consider it an opportunity for great joy. That runs counter to our human nature. Pastor Daryle Williams encourages us to take a different perspective and allow God to strengthen us and make us better through our sufferings.

Winning Freedom

July 02, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Freedom is never free - and freedom always comes with consequences in other areas of our lives. We have a free country because people all throughout our history were willing to pay the price. So what kind of freedom are you pursuing? If you want God's freedom, He asks that we love Him and keep His commandments.

Don't Stop Believing

June 25, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

What happens when your Fresh Start doesn't come? Abraham in the Bible was promised a fresh start, but it didn't come until he was 100 years old. In this final message in the Fresh Starts series, Abraham LaVoi challenges us to remember 3 important things while waiting for our fresh start.

Rock Bottom

June 11, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Can you get a fresh start when you've hit rock bottom? In this message in the Fresh Starts series, Pastor Daryle Williams encourages us with the Biblical story of Ruth, who hit rock bottom and yet found a fresh start and great success.

Fresh Start

June 04, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

The Bible tells us that God's mercies are new every morning. What exactly does that look like? In the book of the prophet Ezekiel, God shows us the system for seeing God's fresh starts work in our lives - believe that God can and will give you a fresh start, immerse yourself in God's Word, and allow God's Spirit to flow in you at all times.

Love Does Not

May 28, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Jesus gave us a new commandment - to love others as he has loved us. In Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, he told us how to do that. He explained what love does and what love doesn't do. In this final message in the Love Does series, Abraham explains that love does not do selfishness, pride, unforgiveness, nor does true love from God ever end.

Love Does World Change

May 21, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

The earliest Christians turned their world upside down despite being few in number, hated by society and persecuted by their rulers. They did it because they overwhelmingly loved their neighbors. We too can change our world if we will follow Jesus' commandment to love one another as He has loved us.

Love Does Kind Things

May 14, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

What can we do to demonstrate the love of Jesus to others? Some can give a lot of money, others can go on a missions trip - but all of us can show love by using kind words toward others.

Raised to Newness of Life

April 30, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

All throughout the Bible, God asks people to do something in the physical realm and then God blesses them in the spiritual realm. That's how it works with baptism - we are buried with Jesus in baptism and God raises us up to walk in newness of life.

Go

April 23, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

Pastor Daryle Williams introduces One Child, a child sponsorship agency that facilitates supporting children in Manila, Philippines, in conjunction with Ima's Home for Children.

One Week After Easter

April 16, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

One week after Easter is the lowest attended service of the year even though Easter is the highest attended. Why is that? Because our lives have ebbs and flows, ups and downs. Peter encountered Jesus one week after Easter and Jesus brought him back from his valley and enabled him to fulfill his purpose.

The End is the Beginning

April 02, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

When God rescued His people Israel from their slavery in Egypt, it was both an end and a beginning. It was an end to slavery, but the beginning of freedom, victory, and promise. The same is true with the death of Jesus. While it was an end to His time here on earth physically, it was the beginning of salvation, new life, and blessing for those of us who trust in Him.

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