First Baptist Church of Jacksonville

You know the Great Commission—but are you reading it wrong? In this message on Matthew 28:18-20, Pastor Coty Hoskins reveals three ways we misread this famous passage: we misunderstand the command, we minimize the commitment, and we misplace our confidence. From parents reading Scripture with kids to Sunday school teachers knowing their students' hearts, discover how every believer is called to fu...

This is a sad sermon with no happy ending. In this message from Genesis 31, Pastor Heath Lambert exposes the painful reality of relationships that sour and never recover. From Jacob's bitter departure from Laban to daughters caught in the middle, discover four toxic ingredients that poison relationships: misperception that sees no good in others, mistreatment through deception and theft, misplaced...

From patriotic t-shirts to revival sermons to Bible college debates, 2 Chronicles 7:14 gets quoted everywhere—but what does it really mean? In this message, Pastor Spencer Harmon reveals three profound truths about this famous verse: it's a hope-filled testimony that God restores sinful people, a grace-filled process showing how to truly repent (humble yourself, turn to God, believe His forgivenes...

Is this passage really about Jacob and speckled goats? In this message from Genesis 30:25-43, Pastor Heath Lambert reveals the greatest threat you face in your life: living without God. Through Jacob's scheme with striped sticks and his superstitious plan to build wealth, discover three steps that lead to life without the Lord: seeing trouble, working hard, and forgetting God. From family conflict...

You judge books by their cover—so do 80% of people. In this message from 1 Samuel 16:7, Pastor Logan Brown exposes how God's sight differs radically from ours. From Samuel nearly anointing the wrong king to David being dismissed as "just a shepherd," discover why man looks at outward appearance, but God looks at the heart. Learn why the sin of partiality is evil, how pride blinds you to your own s...

Every family has sin—but some families are worse than others. In this message from Genesis 29-30, Pastor Heath Lambert exposes the shocking dysfunction in Jacob's household: sexual sin, poisonous conflict, manipulation, and envy that nearly destroyed everything. Discover three powerful lessons about family sin: it's repulsive, revelatory, and remarkably redeemable. From tracing sinful behavior bac...

What do you do when fear threatens to paralyze you? In this message from Joshua 1:9, Pastor Ryan Trzeciak unpacks one of the most beloved verses in all of Scripture — "Be strong and courageous" — and reveals why this ancient command is just as urgent for believers today. From international conflict to financial pressure to personal struggles, discover why God doesn't just tell us to be brave, but...

Life can feel like one heartbreak after another—deception, rejection, abuse, and broken promises piling up until you wonder if the pain will ever end. In this message from Genesis 29, Pastor Heath Lambert exposes four devastating kinds of heartbreak through Jacob's shattered wedding night: the sting of deception, the wound of disapproval, the trauma of domination, and the damage of disobedience. D...

Is your home a Hobby Lobby or a workshop? In this convicting message from Deuteronomy 6:5, Pastor Sean Perron exposes the difference between decorative Christianity and a life truly transformed by God's Word. Discover why Jesus called this the greatest commandment, what King Josiah's headline was at his funeral, and why loving God with all your heart, soul, and might can't be faked in front of you...

From Dust to Glory is a reflective Lenten service to create a quiet space to pause and reset in the middle of a busy life. Through timeless music, meaningful Scripture, and moments of guided reflection, the service explores themes of mortality, hope, forgiveness, and renewal.

What does it take to be used by God? In this message from Genesis 28, Pastor Heath Lambert reveals how his neurosurgeon's prayer to be God's instrument reflects a profoundly biblical desire—and one God wants for every believer. Through Jacob's story of running from sin, encountering God's presence on an unexpected journey, and responding in faith, discover three essential realities for becoming an...

"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." Ten simple words that reveal four awe-evoking realities about our Creator. Fresh from a mission trip to Dubai, Pastor Richard Lucas unpacks the most famous verse in the Bible with stunning detail, revealing how God pre-exists His creation, powerfully produces it from nothing, purposely plans every detail, and personally presides over every...

Every family has trouble—some face surprising challenges while others endure devastating brokenness. In this message from Genesis 27, Pastor Heath Lambert exposes the shocking dysfunction in Isaac's family: favoritism, deception, blasphemy, and murderous rage. Discover three critical lessons from this broken family that God chose to bring redemption to the world, and learn why the central sin behi...

What if your biggest fears aren't a medical problem but a spiritual one with a spiritual solution? In this message on Genesis 26:1-35, Pastor Heath Lambert reveals that fear is the chaos you experience when you don't believe God's promises. Through Isaac's story of famine and imagined threats, discover three answers: fear is a spiritual problem connected to your relationship with God, it's driven...

What if the secret to surviving 2026's inevitable problems isn't avoiding them, but knowing how to respond when they hit? In this message on Genesis 25:19-34, Pastor Heath Lambert, who faced seven brain surgeries and massive unexpected expenses in 2025, prepares us for the certainty that this year will bring physical suffering, relational pain, and personal sin. Through the dysfunctional story of...

What if the verses that changed your life weren't added to the Bible until 1551? In this message on 2 Timothy 3:16, Pastor Heath Lambert reveals how French publisher Robert Estienne divided Scripture into 31,102 verses—and how every single one matters. Discover three essential truths about the verses that transform us: every verse is inspired, every verse is instructive, and every verse is indispe...

What if the job you hate in 2026 could become an act of worship? In this message on Colossians 3:22-25, Pastor Heath Lambert shares the story of Stuart Scott, a highly educated pastor who found himself cleaning toilets to support his family. Through Stuart's journey, discover three transforming truths about work: it reveals who you really are, who you really serve, and your real reward. Whether yo...

What if transforming every relationship in your life came down to mastering one simple habit? In this powerful message on Ephesians 4:31-32, Pastor Spencer Harmon puts biblical kindness in slow motion to reveal it's far more than just being nice—it's tenderhearted goodness rooted in divine forgiveness. Discover the three essential movements of kindness: intending good for others (reverse bitternes...

What if prayer and good works aren't separate categories, but flow from the same source—the blood of Jesus? In this powerful prayer service, First Baptist Jacksonville pauses at the start of 2026 to confess sin, intercede for families, church ministries, missions, and the nation, and receive a challenge from Hebrews 10:19-24. Through corporate confession and guided intercession across five key are...

As we start the New Year, Pastor Sean preaches from Titus 2:11–15, and he calls the church back to the fundamentals of the Christian faith by fixing our eyes on the grace of Jesus Christ. We are reminded that salvation comes not through our effort or goodness, but solely through God’s saving grace revealed in Christ. As we wait for our blessed hope that grace continues its work, producing a people...

What if you faced an impossible situation with no way out? In this powerful message on 2 Kings 18-19, Pastor Tim Arndt explores the gripping story of King Hezekiah surrounded by 185,000 Assyrian soldiers with zero hope of survival. Discover how Hezekiah's desperate prayer—spreading the enemy's letter before God—resulted in divine deliverance in a single night. Through this account, learn three pra...

What if one life fully surrendered to Christ could change eternity for millions? In this powerful Christmas Eve message, Pastor Heath Lambert shares the remarkable story of Lottie Moon—a brilliant, wealthy Southern woman who gave up everything to serve Christ in China for nearly 40 years. Her death on Christmas Eve, 1912, in a Japanese harbor seemed like a quiet end, but her legacy sparked a movem...

Why do preachers and ministers desperately need your prayers? Pastor Heath Lambert shares a deeply personal message about the weakness every minister feels, even after decades of training and experience. Through 2 Thessalonians 3:1-2, discover three compelling reasons we must pray for those in ministry: because the present of God's Word is wonderful, because preachers are weak and dependent on God...

What is the world's greatest problem? Dr. Paul Chitwood, president of the International Mission Board, reveals why lostness surpasses every other crisis facing humanity today—war, hunger, slavery—because it's the only problem that lasts forever. Through Romans 3 and John 3, discover how 166,338 people die every day without hearing the gospel, why this makes missions work so urgent, and how God has...