First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO

When we serve others and are vulnerable, our hospitality allows God's will to be done. Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30

We gather together, not only to learn more about Jesus, but also to become more like Jesus, just as the early believers did. Scripture: Acts 4:13-31

Using holy imagination in our faith means our traditions should not bind us from serving God or restricting others in their service. Scripture: Acts 2:14-17  

In today's scripture, we find that God does what only God can do, and then invites us to be involved. Scripture: John 11:1-44

Our faith is about relationships wherever we are - even, as Paul and Silas found, in a prison cell. But our suffering can be overshadowed by Christ, who promises to be there with us. Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Jesus sends his believers out into the world, not alone, but together.  We are equipped differently so that we can better serve together. Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

In a world constantly pulling itself apart, Pentecost reminds us that God still desires connection stronger than division. Scripture: Acts 2:1-12; John 20:19-23

When the storms of life come (and they do), Jesus followers should show up for one another, fueled by the love of God. Scripture: John 17:1-11

In a society where so many are so lonely, Jesus says, "I am with you." Scripture: John 14:15-21

The promise of Jesus is not that you'll always feel at home, but that you are never without one. Scripture: John 14:1-14

There is a time for everything. And in those time we wait, we have hope. Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Resurrection does not take away the hard things in life, but it keeps those things from being the last things, Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

We are blessed with a faith that allows us to ask questions. Scripture: John 20:19-31

Resurrection does not restore life, but transforms it, just as it did that first Easter morning. Scripture: John 20:1-18

There are significant events in life that change our priorities and bring everything into focus. For Jesus, that time is in an Upper Room with his disciples.  Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

As the people found on that first Palm Sunday -- and we are still finding today -- there can be a gap between our expectations and what Jesus is actually doing. What do we do with that? Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Jesus seeks to welcome everyone to his kingdom regardless of status or popularity. Scripture Luke 19:1-10

Jesus makes room at his table for those the world might not find room for, because the kingdom of God is about grace, not status. Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Instead of centering on tomorrow's worries, Jesus encourages us to look at how God is sustaining us today. Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Jesus explains the kingdom of God talking about the smallest and most ordinary things that can reshape us from the inside out. Scripture: Luke 13:18-21

The bread of life that Jesus offers goes beyond our physical needs, offering a relationship with God. Scripture: John 6:25-40

When life is uncertain, we know we are not alone. Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Messages from three of our youth: Eliza Blaha, Brenden Rackers (4:05), and Addyson Werdehausen (8:15). Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

We should do more that explain the words of Jesus - we need to take them seriously. Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 Worship guide: tinyurl.com/fbcjc2-1p

Faith does not begin with pretending we are fine, but with honesty. Scripture: John 2:1-11