First Baptist Blowing Rock

All of us wear mask from time to time. Mask that disguise our true thoughts, mask that project who we wish we could be, mask that make us seem more "spiritual" than we really are. In ancient Greece those actors who wore mask for the theater were known as "Hypokrites" or what we would today call "hypocrites". Jesus confronts the Pharisees in Matthew 23 by seven times c...

In 1st John 1:5-7, the Apostle John reflects on a concept that he introduced in his gospel using the metaphor of "Light" to explain how Jesus Christ provides eternal and abundant life to those who follow him. In using the term "Walking in the Light", John explains the difference between having a relationship with God and being in "fellowship" or communion with God. Th...

In this introduction to our new study from 1st John, we look at the context and background of the letter as well as the importance of personal application or obedience to scripture.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact...

In this message we examine the importance of "being available" when God calls your name to serve. Hebrews 10:23-25 Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptistblowingrock.com or by phone @ 82...

The national media and even those in religious circles love to talk about the demise of the American church. They emphasize every pastoral scandal, talk about the church closings and love to point out that it seems millennials are leaving the church in droves - but what is really going on? Is the American church on its last legs? Has the church lost its influence and voice? We kick off the New Yea...

This is the message from Christmas Eve 2023 that examines the Christmas story from Luke 2 and looks at the historical significance of why we celebrate Jesus' birth on December 25th and how that event should impact each one of us spiritually.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online...

This is the message from New Years Eve 2023 as we look at some lessons from the birth narratives in Matthew 2 that will have an impact on our lives in 2024.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptis...

This is the passage of scripture that Pastor Rusty read and discussed during the New Year Eve 2023 service as we look forward to 2024. Many choose a verse or "word" going into the new year that can be a guide for their spiritual journey. Here, Pastor Rusty shares what the Holy Spirit laid on his heart for the church as we face what could be a divisive and contentious year in 2024. Psalms...

This message is a challenge to use the message of John the Baptist in Luke 3 as a way to prepare our hearts for the true meaning, power and purpose of the birth of Jesus Christ this Christmas.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page...

We kick off the Advent season by seeking to answer the question - When does Christmas actually begin? What does the Bible say about the origin of God's plan that played out in the manger of Bethlehem. We look at some Old Testament prophecy to unpack why the first Sunday of Advent focuses on Hope.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and sh...

We wrap up our study of the book of Colossians by examining the Apostle Paul's final words as he lists all of those who have been encouraging and supporting him and the church while in prison. Many times, we rush past these lists of names at the close of Paul's letters, but those names are there for a reason and in this message, we examine each person and how they supported Paul and why...

We continue looking at Colossians 4:2-6 and the practical advice the Apostle Paul gives us for sharing our faith with others.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptistblowingrock.com or by phone @...

We examine the modern New Age movement and philosophies and their influence on the church.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptistblowingrock.com or by phone @ 828-295-7715

We examine and discuss the protestant reformation and split from the Roman Catholic Church and the split between that church and the Eastern Orthodox faith and what they believe Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us a...

As we continue to look at Colossians 4:2-6, we examine the second half of Paul's plea when it comes to what Christian's should be devoted to. Last week we looked at the importance of developing a personal prayer life (talking to God about people vs 2-3) and this week we examine - talking to people about God - Evangelism. We focus in our developing a heart that is passionate about sharing...

All of us have things that we are devoted to, or passionate about but how do those things rate compared to what God says Christians should be devoted to as new creations? Paul continues to provide examples of how living a new life in Christ should impact our everyday lives by examining how we spend our time, talent and treasure in the things we are passionate about as Christians. In our passage fr...

All of us have had jobs we didn't like, or aspects of our jobs that we don't like or feel like the task are beneath us. It has led some of us to burnout or discouragement and sometimes even a search for another job. What if there was a way, we could change the way we view our jobs or find a new level of motivation for waking up and going in on Mondays? As the Apostle Paul continues to ou...

As the Apostle Paul continues to explain how those who have been transformed through the power of salvation in Jesus Christ are to live their lives; this week he looks at how it effects the home and our relationships in the home. From our relationship with our spouse and our children and even how Christian children are to respond to their parents - he lays out a couple of Biblical principles that...

We examine the current conflict going on between Israel and Hamas or those who call themselves Palestinians from both a historical and Biblical standpoint.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptist...

We continue looking at the prescriptions that the Apostle Paul lays out for living a life both "crucified with Christ" and "alive in his resurrection power". As he continues to encourage the Colossians, he identifies some of the results that you can expect to see in the life of a spiritually healthy believer and a spiritually healthy church and how those results can impact our...

We look at the history and beliefs of Judaism and how it relates to Christianity.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptistblowingrock.com or by phone @ 828-295-7715

We examine the history and practices of the religion of Islam. From our Sunday night series on Comparative Religions.  Thank you for listening to our podcast and we would love for you to subscribe to our page and share with others.  Join us for our weekly worship online at www.firstbaptistblowingrock.com or our Youtube page .  Contact us at office@firstbaptistblowingrock.com or by phone @ 828-295-...

A recent Barna survey found that 80% of the churches in North America are either plateaued or in decline and that over 1000 churches are closing their doors every month. Something is not right with the Church. As many churches face continual struggles with spiritual health and dysfunction, they strive to place blame and look for quick fixes. Maybe they need a new Pastor, or to add more flashy prog...

In Colossians 3, the Apostle Paul declares that it is garbage day in the life of a Christian and all of us probably have some trash that needs taken out. We have already learned that once we become a Christian, we are a new creation, and our old self has been "crucified with Christ" and we are dead to sin - but we still have to live in these fleshly bodies and that opens the door for sin...

As the Apostle Paul moves from the deep theological truths (justification) and warnings of Chapter two of the Book of Colossians into the more practical application (Sanctification) of Chapter 3, he offers some insight into laying down the groundwork that must happen in a Christians life beforehand. In this message we look at the importance of developing a changed heart and mind that will allow us...