First Baptist Blowing Rock

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...

Having identified two external threats to Christians and the church experiencing their fullness and freedoms in Christ back in Colossians 2:8, the Apostle Paul now sets his sights on exposing some internal threats. In this message we unpack how legalism, Christian mysticism, and religious virtue signaling are not only distortions of grace and diminish our understanding of what happened to us becau...

In this message, the Apostle Paul continues his case for the sufficiency of Jesus Christ by explaining all that he accomplished on our behalf at the Cross. In his theologically powerful explanation, Paul outlines several life and eternity altering events that happened through Jesus Christ death on the cross and in doing so, gives us some insight into what it really means to be "spiritually al...

In our passage for today the Apostle Paul warns the church about the dangers of falling into the trap of "deceptive philosophies that are based on human tradition" and "basic principles of the world". We examine both of those danger in depth and how they "kidnap" the heart and minds of Christians and how that affects their Christian journey and ability to be obedient...

The Apostle Paul lays out some factors that contribute to a church finding spiritual health and experiencing growth.  From Colossians 2:1-7. 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...

In Colossians 1:26-27 the Apostle Paul mentions something that was a mystery in the Old Testament that has been revealed to those who are now Christians. In using this type of language, he rebukes the gnostic false teachers who were pushing the idea that a relationship with Jesus was not enough for salvation but rather you also needed to have a "special knowledge", or "secret knowle...

After confronting the false teachers in Colossae regarding the nature of who Jesus is in Chapter 1:15-17, the Apostle Paul turns his sights on dealing with what happened on the Cross. Using the words of an ancient hymn, Paul lays out the case for the completed works of Jesus Christ on the Cross and how that affects those who place their trust in his sacrifice.  From Colossians 1:18-23.  Thank you...

Everyone seems to have an opinion when asked the question, "Who is Jesus?". It was this very question that Jesus asked his disciples in Matthew 16:13, "Who do people say that I am" and then "Who do you say that I am?". This question puzzled the early church and still brings confusion and division in many churches today. The Apostle Paul brings some clarity to the conf...

Early in the Apostle Paul's letter to the church at Colossae he mentions that he prays for the church and its members and then describes how he prays for them and gives us a perfect example of how each one of us can pray for our family members, friends and other Christians. This is not only a great tool and template for how to pray for one another, but it also gives us a glimpse of what God e...

One of the factors that can lead to a Christian growing complacent and comfortable in their relationship with God is our failure to remember just what it was that God did in us, for us, and through us when we accepted His offer of redemption through Jesus Christ.  The Dangers of a complacent and comfortable church are self-evident all around us in what we see happening in the American church today...

An introduction to our new sermon series on the book of Colossians. We examine the author, date, context and history of the church and the reason why the letter was written. We also break down the introduction and the meaning and purpose behind it. From Colossians 1:1-2. 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 ou...