First Baptist Church Lipan, TX

The Resurrection of Hope - Luke 24:1-12 The resurrection is a surprising and shocking event. The message of the angels moves us from feeling to scripture. The message of the angels moves us from death to life. The resurrection of Jesus brings a resurrection of hopes, dreams, and future plans. The message of the angels moves us from the cross to the empty tomb. The message of the angels moves...

When Hope Seems Lost - John 16:31-33 Even believers will experience times of turmoil and fear. Our belief/faith is never as deep as we assume it is. Even in our darkest hour, we are not alone. We may abandon Jesus, but Jesus never abandons us. Our faith does not have to be perfect because God's faithfulness is. Jesus will always be the victor.

Truth of the Cross - John 19:16-24 In the cross we see sacrifice. In the cross we find our substitute. In the cross humanity finds its salvation. The cross points us to a way of life.

Pursued by Righteousness - Isaiah 61:10-62:2 Righteousness is a gift of God to His bride. Righteousness is a natural product of the presence of God. God's righteousness should move us to praise. God's righteousness in our lives will bring glory to God.

Pursued By Grace - Psalm 23 To give in to the pursuit of grace is to accept your lack of control is this world. When grace pursues us, it provides for the needs of our life. When grace pursues us, it protects us even when we are in the wrong place. When grace pursues us, it gives so much more than we ever deserve. Grace pursues us our entire life. Through the pursuit of grace, I have a hope.

Pursued By God - Hosea 1:2-3, Hosea 2:14-23, Hosea 3:1-3 God pursues us because of our sin. God redeems our failures by His pursuit. God continues to pursue us when we walk away.

Pursued By Sin - Romans 7:14-25 There is something within us we cannot remove. When we do what is right, sin seeks to drag us down. The only way to win the war with sin is to trust in Jesus.

Dinner With Jesus - John 6:1-15 In John's eyes, no matter who said what first, Jesus was always the root. We should see the people who are put into our lives rather than the task we may not want to perform. We should be desperate for more of Jesus. Jesus takes he who was not counted and makes him count. If you won't accept a blessing because it doesn't come straight from the hand of Jesus, yo...

7/11 Message From God - Psalm 19:7-11

Stephen Jumper - 1 Peter 2,  John 1

Whatever - Living for Jesus - Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do means anything and everything you might attempt All your heart means to do it enthusiastically without grumbling No matter who you are working for, work as for God

Recipe for a Blessed Year - Psalm 37 1. Do not be overly concerned with those who are living contrary to God. 2. Trust in the Lord. 3. Find your fulfillment in God. 4. Let God be your guide rather than your janitor. 5. Slow down and do not become impatient. 6. Control your temper. 7. Choose to do what is good and shun evil. 8. Wait for the Lord.

A New Perspective for a New Year - James 4:13-17 We must appreciate our time We must make the most of our time We must redeem our time

Luke 2:10 - December 25, 2023 Jesus came at Christmas to cast out fear. Jesus coming at Christmas should bring great joy. Jesus came for all people.

They Talked To Angels - Luke 1:3-45 Man's view may not be the same as God's view. Zechariah asked for proof while Mary asked for understanding. Even the most righteous of people can be plagued by a crisis of faith. Sometimes God breaks us so He can truly bless us. Faith should lead you to bless others. No matter how we react when God speaks in our lives, He will use us if that is His plan.

Why a Manger? - Luke 2:11-13 The Manger was dirty. The Manger was accessible. The Manger was scandalous. The Manger was a place of sustenance. The Manger highlights Jesus' rejection.

Light in the Darkness - Isaiah 9:2-7 Christmas is about expectation  Christmas is about Hope Christmas is about Freedom Christmas transforms        Us emotionally       Our Dependence       Our Lineage       Turns our turmoil into tranquility

A Service of Thanksgiving and Praise Our testimony has power to bring change Giving thanks to God is an act of worship

Abiding in Jesus - 1 John 2:28-3:10 We must abide in Jesus to be bold and unashamed. You cannot correctly know right without a saving relationship with Jesus. A relationship with Jesus affects our past, present, and future. There are only two choices to whom you can belong. The 8th mark of an authentic Christian life is a life that abides in a relationship with Jesus.

An Urgent Faith - 1 John 2:18-27 BELIEVERS MUST HAVE A SENSE OF URGENCY TO LIVE FOR JESUS BELIEVERS SHOULD POSSESS AN AWARENESS AND CAUTION FOR THOSE WHO CLAIM FAITH BUT ARE NOT OF THE FAITH   ADHERENCE TO THE WALK OF FAITH IS PROOF OF THAT FAITH THE HOLY SPIRIT EMPOWERS US NOT JUST TO HAVE FAITH, BUT TO DISCERN WHAT IS OF THE FAITH WE MUST BE ON GUARD AGAINST TEACHINGS THAT CONTRAD...

Making the Right Choices - 1 John 2:15-17 You cannot love the world and love God. Fleshly lust is about physical pleasure that does not honor God. Lust of the eyes deals with the temptation to find something visually appealing in a way that goes against God's standards. The pride of life at its source is the temptation to put yourself first and others last. In each area of temptation the issu...

Living in Victory - 1 John 2:12-14 In Jesus, your sins are already forgiven. Knowing Jesus is not simple head knowledge; it is a deep, ongoing spiritual relationship. It is possible to overcome and defeat the enemy. A life of victory is only found in relationship with Jesus. The 5th mark of an authentic Christian walk is a victorious life in the face of a fallen world.

Anything, Everything, & Nothing - Genesis 3:20-24  1 - Belief is Everything 2 - No Jesus=Know condemnation; Know Jesus=No condemnation 3 - NO THING can Separate

Stumbling Through Life - 1 John 2:7-11 THE COMMANDS OF JESUS ARE NOT NEW COMMANDS. LIVING A LIFE INFLUENCED BY THE OLD TESTAMENT LAW DOESN’T MAKE YOU A LEGALIST. A LIFE THAT TRULY FOLLOWS JESUS WILL NATURALLY CONFORM TO THE MORAL LAW OF THE OLD TESTAMENT. WHAT MAKES JESUS’ COMMAND NEW IS THE DEEPER UNDERSTANDING WE HAVE THROUGH RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM. THROUGH JESUS WE HAVE A NEW STANDARD (EVEN...

Walking Like Jesus - 1 John 2:3-6 We can be sure of our salvation. We are certain of our salvation by the way we live our life. Following His commands is not a condition of knowing God; rather it is a sign of a relationship with Jesus. The Bible says you cannot have salvation without the result of following His commands. God's love is perfected by keeping His commands. The third mark of an au...