The Essentials Podcast

23 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratings

The Essentials Podcast is a podcast of 4 guys on staff at First Baptist Church of Blairsville, Ga. Whether you're out hiking the Appalachians, visiting a new town, playing at the park, or walking around downtown, you usually bring a few essential items for the trip. Join Ben, Nick, Roy, and Justin as we talk about some of the essentials of life that we've found helpful in navigating various situations we've encountered.

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Episodes

Stop Failing at Your Resolutions! | The Essentials Podcast [S1 Ep1]

January 18, 2023 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Join Ben, Roy, Nick, and Justin in a brand new podcast from First Baptist Blairsville Productions, The Essentials Podcast. In today's episode, we look at ways to rethink how we approach New Year's Resolutions, instead making truth statements and declarations of who we are. Connect with us: [email protected] Want to learn more about our community? https://fbcvision.com/ Need prayer? https://fbcvision.com/pray Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBlairsvill...

S1 Ep0.1 | Why The Essentials?

October 06, 2022 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join Ben, Roy, Nick, and Justin in a brand new podcast from First Baptist Blairsville Productions, The Essentials Podcast. In today's episode, we introduce ourselves, as well as the reason behind The Essentials Podcast, with a look into what's to come. Connect with us: [email protected] Want to learn more about our community? https://fbcvision.com/ Need prayer? https://fbcvision.com/pray Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstBaptistBlairsville Follow on IG: https...

S2 Ep5 | Turkey, Traditions, and Angels

November 26, 2020 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Join Ben, Goody, and Nick as they discuss Thanksgiving traditions, and the importance of Godly privilege. We all hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving day with family and friends! As always if you can't watch the podcast due to your eyes closing from all the turkey you eat you can always listen to us on all of the podcast platforms! Love you guys! Remember to like and share! Link to article discussed in the podcast: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/life-dull-angels-1-peter-1-12/

S2 Ep4 | LOTTIE MOON

November 19, 2020 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

Join Ben, Nick, & Goody as they discuss the history of Lottie Moon and where you can get some killer french fries! Don't have time to watch? No sweat! Just pull us up on your spotify or apple music app and listen to us in the car! Give us a listen and drop a like! Can't wait to see you guys next week! PEACE!!

Knowing Being Going Podcast | S2 Ep3. Does God speak to us?

November 05, 2020 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Join Ben, Goody, and Nick as they discuss a deeper understanding of our faith!

S2 Ep3. Does God speak to us?

November 05, 2020 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Join Ben, Goody, and Nick as they discuss a deeper understanding of our faith!

S2 Ep2 | Love. Joy. Peace.

October 29, 2020 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

Join Ben, Goody, and Nick as they discuss some of the fruits we are called to bear.

S2 Ep1| Connecting in the Midst of Uncertainty

October 29, 2020 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

We're back fam! Join Ben, Goody, and Nick in discussion of upcoming events and our thoughts about connection during a time where connection with each other is a necessity

Episode 14 - We're Back For 2020, Holy Water (Swamp Rock?), Fruit Filled Lives

February 03, 2020 22:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

In the 14th episode of Knowing Being Going, Ben and Goody are back from an extended hiatus for 2020. We take a look at a song called "Holy Water' and dub it swamp rock worship. We also talk about this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Fruit-Filled Lives" and enjoy a new segment on the podcast, "The Forecast".

Episode 13 - Fall Video Special, Jesus Is King, and Intentional Discipleship

November 02, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

In the thirteenth episode of Knowing Being Going, Ben and Goody make some predictions about this weekend’s sports ball games. We also talk about a new music album that has recently been released entitled, “ Jesus Is King” and discuss this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Intentional Discipleship”. This episode has a special video version that you can watch here: https://youtu.be/ugEvMaxE9Ok

Episode 12 - Presidents, Intentional Evangelism, and Fall Festival 2019!

October 21, 2019 21:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

In the twelfth episode of Knowing Being Going, Ben and Goody learn some interesting facts about U.S. Presidents. We also talk about this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Intentional Evangelism" and get pumped for Fall Festival 2019!

Presidents, Intentional Evangelism, and Fall Festival 2019!

October 21, 2019 21:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

Episode 11 - Sports Letdowns, Resting, and Surrendering To The Call

October 14, 2019 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

In the eleventh episode of Knowing Being Going, Ben and Goody reach out to any sports fans who have had a difficult week to let them know they're not alone. We also get to speak with a special guest who has surrendered to God's calling in her life and talk about this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Always Ready".

Episode 10 - Beach Vacations, Books of Judgment, and Is He Worthy?

October 07, 2019 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

In the tenth episode of Knowing Being Going, Ben and Roy explain where Goody has run off to and talk about this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "The Library of The Lost". We also take a look at a really cool call and response song that asks the question, Is He Worthy? *Spoiler Alert* He is.

Episode 9 - We’re Back! New Website and When A Good Man Needs God

September 30, 2019 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

In the ninth episode of Knowing Being Going, Goody and Ben explain last weeks hiatus and talk about what's going on with the new website/central hub/kiosks at First Baptist Blairsville. We also take a look at this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "When A Good Man Needs God".

Episode 8 - Candy Sticks, Youth Ministry, and Hell (yes, that Hell)

September 16, 2019 20:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

In the eighth episode of Knowing Being Going, Goody and Ben chomp on some candy sticks and talk about what's going on in the youth ministry at First Baptist Blairsville. We also take a look at this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Do We (Really) Believe In Hell?".

Episode 7 - Miami (OH), King of My Heart, and God's Watchmen

September 09, 2019 20:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

In the seventh episode of Knowing Being Going, Goody and Ben talk a bit about why we sing the song "King of My Heart" and learn more about resting in the goodness of God. We also take a look at this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "God's Watchmen", from Ezekiel 33.

Episode 6 - Dinosaur Skulls, Fade Away, and Loving People To Christ (Mormons too!)

September 03, 2019 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

In the sixth episode of Knowing Being Going, Goody questions why there's a dinosaur skull in Ben's office and talk about the song Fade Away (not a reference to dinosaurs). We also learn more about loving people to Christ and Goody speaks on a conversation he had over the weekend with some Mormon missionaries.

Episode 5 - A Year Long Need To Sneeze, Another In The Fire, and Partnering In The Gospel

August 26, 2019 21:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In the fifth episode of Knowing Being Going, Goody and Ben get excited about the upcoming weekend of college football (now that Georgia is actually playing) and ask the question, What's Worse? A year long need to sneeze or a year long something in your eye? We also learn more about Christian relationships forged in fire and take a look at this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Partnering In The Gospel".

Episode 4 - College Football, Roy's Story, and Reaching Families With The Gospel

August 19, 2019 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

In the fourth episode of Knowing Being Going, Goody and Ben get excited about the upcoming opening weekend of college football (even if it's just two Florida schools). "The Grass Pastor" Roy Wright shares his story of how the Gospel changed his life as well as his household. We also take a look at this past weeks' sermon at First Baptist, "Reaching Families With The Gospel".