Fellowship Baptist Church Podcast

You can’t live for God while chained to the law.  In Galatians 2:19–21, Pastor Bobby Bosler unpacks how the law’s purpose is to lead us to Christ—then get out of the way—so we can truly live unto God. United with Christ, we’ve been crucified with Him; now the Christian life is “not I, but Christ” living in us as we walk by faith, not rule-keeping. Be encouraged to stop rebuilding self-dependence a...

What if the weakness you’re begging God to remove is the very fuel God uses to make you strong?  In this message from 2 Corinthians 12:7–10, Pastor Bobby Bosler shows how Paul’s thorn led to a better answer than relief: “My grace is sufficient for thee… for my strength is made perfect in weakness.” Walk through the Misguided Request, the Misunderstood Supply, and the Missing Perspective—and learn...

Are we building up Christ’s church—or quietly vandalizing God’s dwelling?  From 1 Corinthians 3:16–17, Pastor Bobby Bosler shows that the local church is God’s temple and warns that those who divide, demean, or manipulate the body commit “sacred vandalism”—and God Himself will answer in kind. Learn how pride, partisanship, and harsh words tear down, and how Spirit-filled love, gracious speech, and...

When Jesus speaks, He clears away the fog of man’s traditions.  In this message from Matthew 5, Pastor Bobby Bosler shows how Christ, the Lord of the Law, cuts through surface-level religion to reveal God’s true intent: the heart, not just the hands; the Spirit, not just the letter. Discover how following Him means freedom, growth, and knowing the Giver Himself.

Are you rebuilding what the gospel already tore down?  In Galatians 2:17–18, Pastor Bobby Bosler shows how Paul’s sharp questions—“Is Christ a minister of sin?” and “If I build again the things which I destroyed…”—expose the danger of drifting back to law-dependence after being justified by faith. Tracing Peter’s wobble at Antioch and Paul’s response, we learn how justification by faith connects t...

Do you clutch tighter when you’re stretched—or scatter wider in faith?  In Proverbs 11:24, Pastor Bobby Bosler explores the surprising paradox of God’s economy: lavish, even brash generosity is “added to,” while withholding “more than is meet” leads to lack. This Deep Dive traces the Hebrew nuance behind “scattereth” and “withholdeth” and lands it in real life—time and affection in the home, tende...

Feeling the weight of guilt and trying to “be good enough” to make it to heaven? There’s a simpler, surer way. In this message, Pastor Bobby Bosler opens John 3:16–18 to show why every one of us stands condemned—and how God’s love provides a legal, guaranteed pardon through Jesus Christ alone. If you’ve ever wondered whether baptism, church attendance, or “being better” could save you, this clear...

Is your obedience aligned with God’s heart—or just your checklist?  In this Upside-Down Kingdom message from Matthew 5:19–20, Pastor Bobby Bosler shows why Jesus didn’t loosen the Law but filled it to the top—and why “least” commandments (and teaching them) still matter. True righteousness exceeds the Pharisees not by piling on rules, but by doing and teaching God’s words in step with His intent—l...

Is your hope Jesus—plus something?  In Galatians 2:15–16, Pastor Bobby Bosler lays the bedrock of our faith: we are justified not by the works of the law but by faith in Christ alone—Jesus + nothing. Walking through Paul’s public correction of Peter, this message clarifies what the gospel actually requires and why our upbringing, rituals, or “clean/unclean” distinctions can’t change our verdict be...

Which weighs more in God’s economy—a heavy name or a heavy purse?  In this Proverbs Deep Dive from Proverbs 11:16, Pastor Bobby Bosler contrasts the “gracious woman” who retains honor (true, God‑given weight) with “strong men” who only manage to clutch riches. You’ll explore the nuance of “retain,” see why grace gains lasting influence while force only amasses hollow trophies, and get practical wa...

Are you building a church that will survive the fire—or just look good until it burns?  In 1 Corinthians 3:9–15, Pastor Bobby shows how Paul moves from farming to framing: Jesus Christ is the only foundation, and we must “take heed” how we build—using God’s wisdom and Spirit‑led obedience (gold, silver, precious stones) rather than human pride and pragmatism (wood, hay, stubble). One day God will...

Does Jesus lower the bar—or raise it to God’s full intent?  In this Upside‑Down Kingdom message from Matthew 5:17–18, Pastor Bobby Bosler clarifies the allegation that Christ came to dismantle the Law and shows instead how He fulfills it—filling God’s commands to the brim in His teaching, perfectly obeying in His life, satisfying its demands in His death, and completing its types and prophecies. Y...

Tired, burdened, or discouraged? There is a Friend who knows, understands, and welcomes you with open arms. In this message from Hebrews 4:14–16, Charlie Lacy points us to Jesus—our heavenly Friend and High Priest—who understands our weakness, feels our pain, and invites us to come boldly to His throne of grace. With powerful illustrations and cross-references like 1 Peter 5:7 and John 6:37, this...

God doesn’t just dislike hypocrisy—He abhors it.  In this deep dive through Proverbs 11:20, Pastor Bosler lays bare the sobering contrast between a froward heart and an upright life. With vivid illustrations and piercing questions, he calls us to honesty, integrity, and inner alignment through the Spirit’s sanctifying work. Do you want God’s delight—or His disgust? The difference lies in whether y...

Who deserves the headlines in God’s work—the servants or the Master? In this message from 1 Corinthians 3, Pastor Bobby Bosler shows how Paul redefined ministry, reminding the Corinthians (and us) that preachers are not celebrities but servants, farmhands, and even water boys. The victory, growth, and glory all belong to God. Listen as we learn to take our eyes off people and put them back where t...

The world is dark—but Jesus calls you to shine.  In this Sunday School lesson from the  Upside Down Kingdom  series, Pastor Bobby Bosler unpacks Jesus’ words,  “Ye are the light of the world.”  Discover how believers are called to reflect Christ’s light, expose and explain truth, and point others to the way out of darkness. Be challenged to let your light shine clearly so that others may see your...

When even the most respected Christian leaders compromise the truth, will you stand firm?  In Galatians 2, Paul publicly confronts Peter for actions that sent the wrong message about the gospel. Pastor Bobby Bosler unpacks this “dirty dinner” in Antioch, showing how fear of man and hypocrisy can undermine the truth in practice—even if the doctrine is right on paper. This message calls us to align...

When one man prays, God moves.  In a time when Israel’s king and people had turned their backs on God, Elijah stepped into the gap with bold, intercessory prayer—and heaven responded. From the reign of Ahab to the showdown on Mount Carmel, discover how seeing the need, claiming God’s Word, and aligning our will with His can unleash His power in our lives today.

When it comes to your spiritual life, are you growing—or just getting older? In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul confronts believers who should have been mature but were still acting like spiritual toddlers—clinging to the bottle, throwing fits, and making messes. In this message from our  Called to More  series, Pastor Bobby Bosler unpacks the dangers of extended spiritual infancy and shows how daily surren...

What does your life taste like?  In this message from Matthew 5:13, Pastor Bobby Bosler challenges us to live out the Beatitudes so the world can truly taste Jesus. Discover how to move beyond the salt shaker, make contact with those who need Christ, and avoid the tragic loss of influence that comes when our witness is diluted.

What do you do when the “pillars” of the faith seem to disagree with you?  In this powerful message from Galatians 2, Pastor Bosler walks us through the apostle Paul’s strategic meeting with the most influential leaders in early Christianity—and how Paul stood firm, not because of who agreed with him, but because God did. Discover why the approval of man pales in comparison to the calling and grac...

Is your kindness a blessing—or a boomerang? In this compelling message from Proverbs 11:17, Pastor Bobby Bosler unpacks the soul-shaping power of mercy and the self-inflicted wounds of cruelty. Discover how your treatment of others echoes back into your own life and how kindness is not just right—it’s rewarding.

Are you running on stock hardware or upgraded with heavenly performance? In this tenth message in our  Called to More  series, Pastor Bobby Bosler uses a vivid car analogy to explain the difference between the “natural man” and the “spiritual man” from 1 Corinthians 2:14–16. The natural man lacks the Spirit and sees God's truth as foolishness, while the spiritual man—modified by God—has the le...

Join the Club of the Misunderstood. Have you ever been insulted, pressured, or lied about just for doing what's right? In this compelling message, Pastor Bobby Bosler dives into Matthew 5:11–12 to explain why mistreatment is not only expected—but worth rejoicing over. Discover how resembling Jesus, obeying Him, and living differently from the world invites hostility—and heavenly reward.

What’s the secret to power in the face of open doors and opposition?  In this message from Mark 1, we walk through a single, astonishing day in the life of Jesus—one filled with relentless ministry, spiritual warfare, and overwhelming need. Yet before the next day began, Jesus rose early and prayed. Discover how you too can walk in power through communion with God, and why prayer is not optional f...