First Monroe Podcast

Shane sits down with Pastor James to ask this weeks question, how do we show grace to one another during Covid-19?

In this episode, Shane sits down and talks with Pastor James about this weeks sermon, Check Your Motive.

In this week's sermon, we dive into the sermon on the mount found in Matthew 6:1. Main Idea: Your motive is more important than your action Principles: 1. God is more concerned with our motives than our actions 2. God is able to see our true motives 3. Live for an Audience of One 4. Examine Ourself Practical living: 1. Pray and Ask the Holy Spirit to search us 2. Ask yourself questions that w...

Shane sits down with Pastor James to ask this weeks question, how are Christians to deal with racism?

In this episode, Shane sits down and talks with Pastor James about this weeks sermon, Radical Love.

In this week's sermon, we dive into the sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5:43-48 Main Idea: Christians are called to display radical love Principles: 1. Kingdom love is not conditional 2. Kingdom love says: I don’t have to agree in order to love Practical living: 1. Walk in humility 2. Connect and show empathy 3. Pray for them 4. Experience God's love Additional scriptures: Leviticus...

Shane sits down with Pastor James to ask this weeks question, should Christians read the Old Testament?

In this episode, Shane sits down and talks with Pastor James about this weeks sermon, don't settle the score!

In this week's sermon, we dive into the sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5:38-42 Main Idea: Don’t settle the score 4 principles: 1. Don't avenge yourself 2. Overly cooperate 3. Go beyond what you are called to do 4. Help those in need Practical living: 1. Deny yourself 2. Repay evil with good 3. Look to Jesus as your example Additional scriptures: Exodus 21:24 Deuteronomy 19:18-21 Le...

Shane sits down with Pastor James to ask this weeks question, is it ok for Christians to have doubts about their faith?

In this week's sermon, we dive into the sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5:33-37 Main Idea: You care called to be trustworthy in every aspect of your life. How do we be people who are trustworthy? 1. Deal with the root problem. 2. Believe the Gospel. 

In this episode, Shane sits down and talks with Pastor James about this weeks sermon, Be Trust Worthy

Shane sits down with Pastor James to ask this weeks question, should Christians submit to the government?

In this episode, Shane sits down and talks with Pastor James about this weeks sermon, Is Divorce Wrong?

In this week's sermon, we dive into the sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5:31-32 Main Idea: Divorce is wrong because it does not display the values of the Kingdom. Why is Divorce Wrong? -The marriage relationship was never meant to be broken. -Marriage is meant to display the Gospel. Practical Application Those that are Single: - Be Careful Who You Date. Those that are Married: - Make Chr...

This week, Pastor James teaches from Psalm 16! Main Idea: The Resurrection of Jesus guarantees that God will never abandon you! Point 1: God has not abandoned you today. Point 2: God will not abandon you in the future. Point 3: Because of the Resurrection, I will not Lose Heart.

In this episode, Shane sits down and talks with Pastor James about how to invite people to church in this new season, as well as how to check on each other as church members. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Shane sits down with Pastor James to recap the sermon from this week, Are You In Awe of God?

This week, Pastor James teaches from Psalm 93! Main Idea: In difficult days, we must be reminded of who God is! Question 1: Who is God? 1. God is Sovereign. 2. God is Glorious and Majestic. 3. God is All-Powerful. 4. God is Eternal and Unchanging. 5. God is Faithful. 6. God is Holy. Question 2: Why do we need to be reminded of who God is? 1. Since God is in control, I can have peace. 2. Since God i...

In this episode, Shane sits down with Pastor James to recap the sermon from this week, What is your Greatest Need?

This week, Pastor James teaches from Psalm 130. Main Idea: Your greatest need is to be made right with God. Point 1: You have to realize you are in need. Point 2: Only Christ can make your right with God. Point 3: Live with hope while you wait.

In this episode, Shane sits down with Pastor James to recap the sermon from this week, Who is Your Refuge?

This week, Pastor James teaches from Psalm 46:1-11 Main Idea: You are safe and secure because of who the Lord is. Point 1: You do not have to walk in fear. Point 2: God will provide for you. Point 3: Be Still and Seek the Lord.

In this episode, Shane sits down with Pastor James to recap the sermon from this week, Letting Go of Worry and talk through how church will work and function in this time. 

In this sermon, Pastor James walks through Matthew 6:24-34. Main Idea : Jesus calls us to let go of our worry. Why are we so worried? Point 1 : Our hearts are focused on the wrong things. Point 2 : We Desire to be in control. Application Points Point 1 : Trust The Lord. Point 2 : Remember God cares for you. Point 3 : Turn your eyes to Jesus and His Kingdom.