First Baptist Church of Orange Park - Sermon Audio

Pastor David Tarkington preaches from Ezekiel at First Baptist Church of Orange Park. This sermon takes us back to the vision God gave his prophet Ezekiel regarding the discipline and judgment upon sin that was to come to the people of Israel. The Israelites had systematically justified, excused, and ignored their overt disobedience to God and his commands. The righteous God does not sit idly by a...

The harsh reality of sin and the wrath of God upon it shocks many. However, what should shock us is not the punishment of sin by God, but the ransom of those who deserve such but are redeemed through Christ.

Sometimes we forget that God sees all and knows all. He knows our heart and our motivations. He sees our works and recognizes when they match our declared faith and when they do not. God see. God knows. God shows the way. The sin of God's people revealed in Ezekiel 9 is horrendous, but the hope of the gospel and life shines through.

Ezekiel tells the children of Israel that the end is upon them. It is a day of reckoning. This message resonates today as we recognize that Christ, as our reconciler, has already paid for our sins and done all that is needed for us to be saved. Sadly, so many have yet to receive this free gift and will find that there will come a day when there is no "later" to deal with the issue of sin. May we n...

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Ezekiel continues with his warnings of judgment to come upon the people of Israel. Some state that these judgment statements reveal that God is unloving and mean. Truthfully, these warnings prove just the opposite. This message resonates with us today as God's church knowing that "we know better."

It is a strange message that Ezekiel was instructed to give the Israelite captives. He was to build a model city, lay on his side for 390 days, roll over and lay on his other side for 40 days. Then, he was to eat bread that was considered unclean by the Israelites. The method was strange, but the message was clear and this impacts us today as we seek to live faithfully for Christ and lead others t...

God instructs Ezekiel to be a watchman for the people of Israel. This role was known in the day. Yet, in this command, the watch is not for an enemy army coming to overtake the land, but for the spiritual degradation and sin the lives of his countrymen. Perhaps the most poignant part of the instruction is when God tells Ezekiel that if he sees sin, but does not warn the people, he will be held acc...

When Jesus was asked how to pray, he responded by giving the disciples the model prayer. The section that states "on earth as it is in heaven" has great implications for us as we seek to make disciples and engage our world for the gospel's sake. This sermon was preached by Dr. David Tarkington at First Baptist Church of Orange Park and Island Church on July 28, 2019.

Are you a Christian or disciple? The question seems odd and has elicited some good discussion. The term "Christian" means many things for different people. For some, it's a biblical understanding of new life in Christ. For others, it's a term describing a group of people they do not want to be like. While first used in Antioch as a term of derision, the followers of Christ used the term "disciple"...

Knowing the gospel is key to sharing the gospel. In this message, Dr. Tarkington gives a clear, easy-to-remember definition of the gospel then using the story of Philip and Nathanael, charges us to go tell, dodge distractions, and invite others to "come and see."

Jon Kendrick preaches from Romans 8:1-11 - the declaration of freedom from Christ. On this Independence Day weekend, we are reminded of Patrick Henry's famous speech that ended "Give me freedom or give me death!" As a Christ-follower, we find our freedom in the death, burial and resurrection of Christ. A timely message on liberty and hope in Christ.

Pastor Andres Lavanderos preaches from Luke 16 on the value of a soul and the importance in investing wisely in things that are eternal. Pastor Andres Lavanderos is our Creek Church Campus Pastor.

Each of us likely has friends or family members who are not followers of Christ. We pray, we invite, we cry over them. Then, sometimes, we just stop. We give up. Another's salvation is not contingent on us, for only God saves, but this story in Mark 2 speaks of the hope and perseverance in Christ. Don't give up just because you cannot see the finish line. Keep praying. Keep inviting. Keeping bring...

Brian Borden, a minister at our church, serves as leader of GameDay Church and an as associate minister at Oak Harbor Baptist Church in Jacksonville. He preached this sermon at our Orange Park and our Island Church campuses on June 9.

The final verses in the book of Malachi connect the Old Testament with the New. These also offer an interesting reveal regarding the hearts of fathers and their children. In this message, preached on Father's Day 2019, Pastor Tarkington delves into why the hearts of fathers and children need to be turned to one another.

Brian Hoffman, Pastor of Oak Harbor Baptist Church, one of our First Family campuses preaches from Hebrews 2 in this message recorded at First Baptist Church of Orange Park.

In Judges 2 the story of the death of Joshua is relayed. There is a statement in verse 10 that a generation arose who did not know God or of the great things he had done for his people. How can a generation not know? It has happened for generations and is impacting American Christianity today. They don't know because they have not been told. This message is a challenge to tell and keep telling eac...

God gives Ezekiel the command to go tell. Then, he gives them the tools required for the task at hand. This is still true. God does not always call the equipped. Yet, he always equips the called...and every Christian is called.

God called Ezekiel to a task that would be one of the hardest, if not the most difficult of his life. This calling would not be fun. It would not be easy. It would not be immediately fruitful, but it was his calling. He had to choose to obey. God calls his children today in the very same way, but in an age of comfort and convenience, many end up saying "No" or "Use someone else" and the seemingly...

Ezekiel 1. The Old Testament book of Ezekiel can be overwhelming due to the visual imagery and the harsh prophecies. Yet, Christians today would benefit from the reading and study of this prophet and priest's book. God's glory is revealed in this first chapter, moving Ezekiel to worship. The same should be true today for all believers.

When the rich man died and went to Hades, he looked across the chasm before him to see Lazarus, the poor beggar that slept outside his home standing in the arms of Abraham. This story of heaven and hell is profound and one that most people do not like to address. With almost 80 percent of Americans believing in heaven and only 45 percent believing in hell, it is clear that the concept of a literal...

When Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John found the grave of Christ empty, they never thought that he could have risen from the dead. They immediately went to the worst-case scenario - that Jesus's body had been stolen. Yet, Jesus was alive. He is alive. This message reminds us that while we fear and seek answers, he is calling us to himself.

Seven pastors preaching seven minutes each on the seven last words of Christ from the cross. Order of messages: 1. Barry Townsend, Elevation Church (Luke 23:34) 2. Russell Franklin, Hickory Grove Baptist Church (Luke 23:43) 3. David Tarkington, First Baptist Church of Orange Park (John 19:26-27) 4. Brian Hoffman, Oak Harbor Baptist Church (Matthew 27:46) 5. Rick Wheeler, Jacksonville Baptist Assoc...

Daniel was born without arms. He has shared his story in numerous venues and in his biography. However, through his affliction, God has been glorified. Daniel is a pastor and teacher and speaks clearly about the grace of God and how his life has been shaped by God for God's glory, not his own.