First Baptist Church Longview

Why did Jesus need to come personally rather than simply send a message? In Hebrews 1:1–5, Pastor Collin shows how God’s revelation reaches its fullness in Christ, who perfectly reflects His nature. Jesus is the clearest expression of who God is. Anchor your understanding of God in Him and draw near.

Why do we struggle so much to define who we are? Through the discovery tied to the blessing in Numbers 6, Pastor Collin reflects on how identity is found not in self-definition but in belonging to God. True rest comes from knowing whose you are. Receive that identity as a gift from Him.

What if the conflicts around us are rooted in something deeper? Looking at 2 Corinthians 5:18–21, Pastor Collin highlights how reconciliation with God addresses the source of division. God initiates peace through Christ. As recipients of that grace, we are called to extend it to others.

Have you ever tried to change yourself, only to find nothing truly different? In 2 Corinthians 5:13–17, Pastor Collin points to a deeper transformation offered in Christ — not improvement, but new creation. This change reshapes both identity and perspective. Allow the love of Christ to redefine how you see yourself and others.

What if every action and motive in your life truly matters? In 2 Corinthians 5:10, Pastor Collin emphasizes that believers will stand before Christ to give an account, not for condemnation but for evaluation. Every act done in faith carries eternal significance. Let your focus shift toward living in a way that honors God.

What happens after we die, and how can we face that reality with confidence? Reflecting on Paul’s imagery in 2 Corinthians 4:16–5:8, Pastor Collin shows that our present lives are temporary while God prepares something eternal. The Spirit already serves as a reminder of that future hope. Let eternity shape your values and place your trust in Christ.

Have you ever wondered if your failures have disrupted God’s plan for your life? In Genesis 50:15–26, Pastor Collin reflects on Joseph’s brothers wrestling with lingering guilt even after forgiveness had been extended. What others intend for harm, God can redirect for good. Release both your guilt and your need to control outcomes, and trust Him with the bigger story.

Is there someone in your life who owes you something they can never repay? Through the story unfolding in Genesis 43–45, Pastor Collin highlights Joseph’s choice to forgive in a moment that could have justified revenge. Recognizing God’s hand in our pain opens the door to releasing others. Place the situation before God and trust Him to bring redemption beyond what you can see.

Have you ever carried guilt so long it became part of the background of your life? In Genesis 42, Pastor Collin shows how Joseph’s brothers are forced to confront what they had buried for years. True reconciliation requires honest repentance. Stop defending what needs to be confessed and trust God’s grace to meet you there.

What would you do if your greatest hardship became the very thing that positioned you for purpose? In Genesis 41, Pastor Collin traces Joseph’s rise from prison to leadership, revealing how God entrusts influence not for personal gain but for serving others. Everything entrusted to you is meant for God’s purposes. Surrender what you hold and trust His plan for both your struggle and your success.

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a waiting room, wondering if God has forgotten you? Following Joseph’s journey in Genesis 40–41, Pastor Collin shows how God’s presence was evident not despite his suffering, but through his faithfulness within it. What feels like waiting is often preparation. Ask Jesus to be near in this season, trusting that the journey itself is shaping something meaningf...

Have you ever been placed somewhere you would never choose? In Genesis 39, Pastor Collin highlights how God’s presence remained with Joseph even in difficult circumstances. Faithfulness is not tied to comfort. Wherever you are, trust that God is at work and respond with perseverance.

Have you ever felt like God was absent in your hardest moment? In Genesis 37, Pastor Collin points to Joseph’s story, where God’s name is not mentioned yet His work is evident beneath the surface. His purposes often unfold in hidden ways. Trust Him even when He seems silent.

Have you ever considered how much you’ve been forgiven? In Luke 7:36–50, Pastor Collin contrasts two responses to Jesus, showing that love grows in proportion to awareness of grace. Recognize the depth of what you have received. Let that shape how you worship and how you treat others.

Do you try to follow Jesus while holding parts of your life back? In Luke 14:25–33, Pastor Ty Gist explains that true discipleship requires full surrender. The cost is real, but what is gained is far greater. Align your life completely under His leadership.

Have you ever wondered whether you’re closer to God than you realize? In Luke 15:11–32, Dr. Kip Salser highlights how both sons in the parable are lost in different ways. Restoration comes through humility, not performance. Receive the grace that brings you home.

Do you ever limit who deserves your compassion? In Luke 10, Pastor Collin shows how the Good Samaritan breaks down boundaries and redefines love as action. Mercy moves toward people in need without qualification. Ask God to reshape how you see others.

What would you do if everything you had was temporary? In Luke 16:1–13, Pastor Collin explains how the dishonest steward illustrates the importance of using resources with eternity in mind. What you do now matters beyond this life. Consider how you are investing what you have been given.

Have you ever felt like your efforts were too small to matter? Reflecting on Jesus’ teaching in Mark 4, Pastor Collin shows how God’s kingdom grows steadily and often unseen. Even small acts of obedience are significant in His hands. Keep sowing and trust His timing.

Have you ever received an invitation that required more than attendance? Looking at Matthew 22:1–14, Katie Yoder highlights how entering God’s kingdom requires a transformed life. Acceptance is found in Christ, not ourselves. Respond fully and live as one who belongs.

Have you ever felt disqualified because of your failures? Through the parable in Matthew 21, Pastor Collin reframes the story of Scripture around Jesus as the rightful Son. We are not the heroes — He is. Step into His story and allow His grace to define your life.

Have you ever felt life was unfair or uneven? In Matthew 20, Pastor Collin explains how the vineyard workers reveal a kingdom built on generosity rather than fairness. God gives abundantly beyond what is earned. Let go of comparisons and trust in His grace.

If grace is freely given, does how you live still matter? Drawing from Titus 2:11 alongside Romans 6 and Ephesians 2, Pastor Collin shows that grace transforms those who receive it, shaping desires and leading to obedience. It is not transactional but relational. Open your life to that transforming work.

What if God's love is greater than you believe? In Romans 5, Dr. Collin highlights the depth of that love demonstrated through Christ. Trusting this truth changes how you see yourself and others. Choose to believe it fully.

What defines your worth? In Exodus 34, Dr. Collin points to God’s self-revelation of grace and compassion. Identity is rooted not in performance but in who God is. Rest in His grace this week.