First Baptist Podcasts

How do we best embrace the unalienable rights given us by our Creator?    ---    The Apostle Paul longed to get to Rome. He knew that if the gospel were well-established in Rome, it would reach the ends of the known world. Before he ever got there, Paul wrote one of the greatest works on the Christian faith ever written - his letter now entitled “Romans.” Join us as we explore highlights from this...

Have you ever been disappointed by a Christian? What causes that, and what should you do about it?   ---    The Apostle Paul longed to get to Rome. He knew that if the gospel were well-established in Rome, it would reach the ends of the known world. Before he ever got there, Paul wrote one of the greatest works on the Christian faith ever written - his letter now entitled “Romans.” Join us as we e...

How does God give us hope and peace?    ---    The Apostle Paul longed to get to Rome. He knew that if the gospel were well-established in Rome, it would reach the ends of the known world. Before he ever got there, Paul wrote one of the greatest works on the Christian faith ever written - his letter now entitled “Romans.” Join us as we explore highlights from this incredible letter and see why, fo...

How good is good enough to go to Heaven when you die?   ---    The Apostle Paul longed to get to Rome. He knew that if the gospel were well-established in Rome, it would reach the ends of the known world. Before he ever got there, Paul wrote one of the greatest works on the Christian faith ever written - his letter now entitled “Romans.” Join us as we explore highlights from this incredible letter...

What you do with the gospel message—how you respond to God's gift of salvation in Jesus Christ—will determine your eternity. You will either pay for your own sin in Hell, or you will rest in God's grace in Heaven. Which will be true for you?   ---    The Apostle Paul longed to get to Rome. He knew that if the gospel were well-established in Rome, it would reach the ends of the known world. Before...

Jesus, our one hope for Humanity.  --- Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s power is made perfect in our...

How can I embrace the full and abundant life God offers?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s po...

Good moms function according to God’s wisdom.   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s power is made...

Even when we’re walking in God’s will, the path won’t always be easy. Keep trusting and following Jesus, even when He leads you to difficult places.    ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re goi...

What do you do when God tells you “no?”   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s power is made perfe...

What would compel someone to give up the life they thought they wanted for something totally different?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. W...

How do you know what’s real, and how do you avoid being deceived? What does God have to say about it?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’...

Are you craving renewal? Jesus welcomes you to experience a renewal greater than anything Spring can offer! ---  Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. W...

What do you do when you have to face a hard situation? Jesus knows what that’s like...   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see...

Everyone is seeking approval. This weekend, one of the greatest weekends of the year, 64-teams are searching for the approval of their fan bases, the arena fans, and ultimately the watching world. They are seeking to have their One Shining Moment, and see their names etched in glory. While we love the tournament, and love doing things that God has given to us, our approval isn’t in what we are doi...

What does your money say about your heart?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s power is made pe...

God’s gives us His blessings so that they might overflow to bless others. Does His blessing flow through you, or have you become stagnant?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see w...

This Sunday, guest speaker Jeff Crabtree will be teaching from 2 Corinthians 7:2–16 as we continue our journey through Second Corinthians. In this passage, we see the power of repentance, reconciliation, and restored joy. God often does His deepest work in our weakest and most uncomfortable moments. Join us as we discover how honest repentance leads to real freedom—and how God’s strength shows up...

Sometimes the race is long and hard, but our God calls and equips us to keep running.   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see...

Why do you exist? Why did God save you? Why did God save you from your sin? Why are you a part of the faith family at First Baptist Church? Why are you here? In our message today, the Apostle Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 5 that we have been reconciled to reconcile. We have a purpose in this life, and it is to proclaim the life-transforming gospel of the Lord Jesus from our neighborhoods to the...

What happens when Christians die? The Bible is very clear.   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s...

Feeling frail? The greatest Source of strength is available to you.   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways th...

Is it egotistical for the Apostle Paul to tell us to imitate him? Should we invite others to imitate us?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like....

What do you do when people accuse you of things that aren’t true?   ---    Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that...

How can our deepest hurts reveal the promise of God? --- Have you ever felt powerless? I have, and it’s a horrible feeling. I’m used to being able typically to figure out the challenges that come my way. Sometimes, though, nothing seems to work. As we walk together through 2 Corinthians, we’re going to see what true power really looks like. We’re going to see in various ways that God’s power is ma...