Triangle Podcast

Janet sits in the guest seat for this episode as Pastor Greg interviews her about something new in her life. She shares with us her testimony of having her own spiritual triangle tugged, ways we each can recognize when God is calling us to something new, and how our church family can pray for her. Are you feeling God tugging you to grow in a new direction? If so, we’d love to hear about it! If you...

Pastor Greg applies the principles we learned in the Renewing Your Mind sermon series to how we approach money, giving, and tithing.  If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at TrianglePodcast@fsfbc.org . Thanks for listening! Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Janet allows Pastor Greg to take the host seat for this episode to interview Matt and Randy on preparing for the Faith Forward offering. After taking a few moments to celebrate the victories of Easter Sunday last week, they discuss the impact of the renovation projects being funded by our first Faith Forward offering. Randy provides an update on the work that has already begun in preparation for t...

In this episode, Janet talks with Jan Peoples, who teaches a ladies Sunday school class at our church. Jan shares several good Bible study resources and also talks about how she structures her quiet times. Spoiler alert: it’s pretty impressive! The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions  Handbook to Prayer: Praying Scripture Back to God If you have questions about today’...

Today’s guest is Barb Raveling, host of two podcasts, author of several books and Bible studies, and a certified Christian coach. She also has an app called I Deserve a Donut, which helps users renew their minds about food choices. Over the last 2 years Janet became a huge Barb fan and strongly recommends her teaching if you want to learn more about the importance of renewing our minds and get pra...

Have you ever put yourself in time out? Learn how resiliency pauses, community, and rhythm help enhance the transformation process as Janet and guests Derek and Ariel Brown continue discussing practical ways to renew our minds. They also explore how re-dos and displays of grace can spiritually impact our children. Click here for the iChill App link the Browns recommended. Click here for Julie Gord...

Who wants to dig new grooves in their brain?  In today’s episode, Janet uses big science-y words as she talks with counselors Derek and Ariel Brown about the connection between neurological science and renewing your mind. They explore the “why” and “how” of blazing new neural pathways, the relationship between thoughts and emotions, and the power of awareness. This episode is Part 1, so their disc...

In this episode, Janet and Greg share the story that began their journey into a deeper understanding of what it means to renew your mind. Greg also brags on his wife a little bit, and Janet explains why she loves Spotify and sermon-specific playlists. Spotify Audio Playlist YouTube Video Playlist If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, pleas...

We’re so excited to build a Student Ministry Team here at FBC, and Jake Zluticky is our newest staff member who will be working with our students. In today’s episode, we’ll get to know Jake better and learn the correct way to pronounce his last name! If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at TrianglePodcast@fsfbc.org . Thank...

**The London trip has been moved to September 5th-12th, 2023.** In today’s episode, Janet talks with Cy Martin and Aleigh Quickle about our mission strategy that highlights an exciting new partnership with a church plant in England. They also discuss how being active in mission work directly tugs on multiple legs of our Triangles. If you have questions about today’s content or would like to sugges...

Since First Baptist has been praying for a new Worship Pastor, Janet and Keith discuss how our church family can be ready to receive the man God will send us and what we should be doing until he gets here. They talk about how church music has changed over the years and why music is an important part of Christian life. If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for...

Pastor Greg’s first sermon of 2023 was entitled “8 Habits for a Happy New Year” based on the Beatitudes in Matthew 5. Click here for the link to that message. Throughout this year, we will be discussing each one of these “Blesseds” in the podcast. In today’s episode, we review the relationship between these spiritual habits and happiness and focus in particular on what it means for us to be poor i...

We go “meta” in this episode as Janet and Pastor Greg think about thinking. They explain how to develop critical thinking skills and discuss the important role critical thinking plays in our spiritual walk, as well as our everyday lives.  If you would like to submit a topic for future podcasts, please email us at TrianglePodcast@FSFBC.org . Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

As our church welcomes new leadership for our Student Ministry, Janet talks with our Associate Pastor Matt Passmore about how to reach teenagers and the next generation for Christ. Even though students in today’s world face many challenging issues, Matt shares key ways to connect with this group. We also answer the question of why the entire church family should care about what’s going on in stude...

In this episode Janet and Pastor Greg discuss what goes into designing Sunday morning services. Not only does the church body come together in worship, but believers should also have our spiritual triangles stretched during the service. Greg talks about the elements he considers to be vital for this shared growth experience. If you would like to submit a topic for future podcasts, please email us...

In today’s episode, Janet talks with Christie Robertson, director of 1st Choice Pregnancy Medical Center in Fort Smith. They discuss how the center provides practical gospel-centered ministry to women facing unplanned pregnancies, how the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade has impacted women in our area, and how we as believers can get involved supporting the work of 1st Choice. If you would like to s...

In this episode, Janet has a great conversation with her brother-in-law Rex Armstrong about Financial Peace University (FPU). Rex Armstrong has been a FPU Facilitator/Coordinator for nearly 15 years. First Baptist Church- Fort Smith is starting a Financial Peace University class Wednesday, January 11, 2023.   Financial Peace University is a nine-lesson course that teaches you how to save for emerg...

Today we consider a Christmas prophecy using Pastor Greg’s BREW method: B elieve, R ead & repeat, E xamine each word, W rite it down. By following these steps, we not only see Jesus as the Promised Messiah but also discover more surprising insights.  Spotify songs— For Unto Us A Child Is Born: https://open.spotify.com/track/66WbG74JwC7hON6G4QpqnO?si=8eVI1rzDTiOD5xzm0EcU_w Hallelujah Chorus: ht...

Janet and Greg recorded today’s episode while driving in their car on a road trip! They discuss ways to deepen family relationships in the car on the way to your destinations. The free travel app they mentioned is Roadtrippers.  The “Chronicles of Narnia” series by Focus on the Family Radio Theatre is available on CDs in our church library or can be purchased HERE :  “Adventures in Odyssey” by Foc...

In today’s episode, Janet and Pastor Greg discuss reasons it can be hard to maintain a thankful spirit, ways to cultivate gratitude in our lives, and things they are thankful for this year. If you have comments about this episode or have a suggestion for future guests or topics, please email us at trianglepodcast@fsfbc.org If you want to hear Pastor Greg’s triangle sermon, view the sermon at https...

In today’s episode of the “Tugging Your Triangle” Podcast, Janet and Pastor Greg talk with Children’s Director Eli Leslie on why it’s important to memorize scripture. They discuss strategies for learning Bible verses and ways to help your children begin this important Christian habit. Janet put together a Spotify playlist of Bible verse songs that will help you commit God’s Word to memory: https:/...

Welcome to “Tugging your Triangle”- a podcast for members of Fort Smith First Baptist Church. Our host Janet Addison will talk with Pastor Greg and others about how being involved in the life of our church can help expand your triangle. Our Ministry Triangle represents the three foundations of spiritual growth: our commitment to Jesus, our relationship with Him through prayer and Bible study, and...

Welcome to “Tugging your Triangle”- a podcast for members of Fort Smith First Baptist Church. Our host Janet Addison will talk with Pastor Greg and others about how being involved in the life of our church can help expand your triangle. Our Ministry Triangle represents the three foundations of spiritual growth: our commitment to Jesus, our relationship with Him through prayer and Bible study, and...

Welcome to “Tugging your Triangle”- a podcast for members of Fort Smith First Baptist Church. Our host Janet Addison will talk with Pastor Greg and others about how being involved in the life of our church can help expand your triangle. Our Ministry Triangle represents the three foundations of spiritual growth: our commitment to Jesus, our relationship with Him through prayer and Bible study, and...

Welcome to “Tugging your Triangle”- a podcast for members of Fort Smith First Baptist Church. Our host Janet Addison will talk with Pastor Greg and others about how being involved in the life of our church can help expand your triangle. Our Ministry Triangle represents the three foundations of spiritual growth: our commitment to Jesus, our relationship with Him through prayer and Bible study, and...