Episodes

52: Good News of Great Joy! December 13, 2020 13.12.2020 23:33

When was the last time that you laughed uncontrollably? When was the last time that you heard good news? Pastor Mark Spencer encourages us to take hold of the joy that Jesus brings. Luke 2:10-11, Psalm 126

51: What is Ruling in Your Heart? December 6, 2020 06.12.2020 20:32

What is is your heart? Pastor Mark Spencer encourages listeners to let the peace of Christ rule in our heart. Colossians 3:15

50: Keep Alert! Hope is Coming! November 29, 2020 29.11.2020 25:19

Pastor Mark Spencer shares encouragement during the first Sunday of advent. Be alert and prepared for the coming King! Mark 13:24-37

49: Jesus' Response to the Socially Distanced, November 22, 2020 24.11.2020 33:10

How did Jesus respond to those who were socially distanced in His time on earth? Pastor Mark Spencer shares encouragement for those who are socially distanced and encourages us to be thankful! Luke 17:11-19

48: The Hope We Have, November 15, 2020 15.11.2020 26:37

Speaker Seth Manns presents a message that reminds us of the hope we have in Christ and encourages us to share that hope with others.

47: Jesus' Promise to the Penitent, November 8, 2020 08.11.2020 28:38

What can we learn from the story of Zacchaeus? Pastor Mark Spencer uses the story to remind us that Jesus seeks to save what is lost.

46: God's Promise to the Uncertain, November 1, 2020 01.11.2020 26:57

Does God really work all things together for good? What should we do when we are uncertain? Pastor Mark Spencer reminds us of God's promises and some practical steps we can take when we are not sure what to do. Romans 8:28

45: More of God's Amazing Promises, October 25, 2020 25.10.2020 25:24

Why are God's promises important? What should we learn from them? Pastor Mark Spencer challenges listeners to looks at specific promises and list some of them this week.

44: The Ten Commandments and Seven Deadly Sins, October 18, 2020 18.10.2020 30:47

Speaker Gordon Bohs shares how the Ten Commandments provide us with guidance as we live our lives.

43: Better Together, We Bear One Another's Burdens, October 11, 2020 11.10.2020 23:51

As believers, we are called to bear one another's burdens. Pastor Mark Spencer discusses some of the practical ways we can do this. Galatians 5:25-6:4

42: We Are Better Together Because We Have A Wonderful Father, October 4, 2020 04.10.2020 32:07

There are many titles for God. One of them is Father. Pastor Mark Spencer reminds us of some of the things we know about God the Father and how we are better because of Him.

41: Facing the Giants: Lessons from David and Goliath, September 27, 2020 27.09.2020 22:54

How can we deal with giants in our life? Speaker Eric Biddinger shares some lessons learned from David and Goliath and how we can face our own giants. 1 Samuel 17

40: Stronger Together: Together We Share the Fellowship of Suffering, September 20, 2020 20.09.2020 25:19

Pastor Mark Spencer discusses how suffering makes us stronger and how sharing in our sufferings can make us stronger as a group. 1 Peter 4:12-19 Philippians 3:7-11

39: Stronger Together, Together We Are Surrounded by People of Faith, September 13, 2020 13.09.2020 28:20

A church is not a building, it is people together. As we are going through a time of being physically apart, how has that affected our faith? Pastor Mark Spencer discusses some of the ways that our faith is strengthened as we fellowship with other believers. Revelation 7:13-17 Hebrews 10:24-27

38: The End or the Beginning? September 6, 2020 06.09.2020 22:53

With God, sometimes it is difficult to know if it is the end or beginning. Pastor Mark Spencer presents a message about how sometimes the darkest times lead to new and more wonderful things! Mark 15:37-47

37: Go Out of Your Way, August 30, 2020 30.08.2020 31:06

How can we go out of our way to help others? How can you give of your time, talent, and treasure? Pastor Mark Spencer presents a message about how we are blessed when we give. 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

36: When Jesus' Power Works Best, August 23, 2020 23.08.2020 27:18

Pastor Mark Spencer presents a message that encourages us to allow God to work through us. 2 Corinthians 2:7-10

35: Where Is Your Hiding Place? August 16, 2020 16.08.2020 25:12

Is there a place you can go to get away from the troubles of life? This week Pastor Mark Spencer encourages us to run to our hiding place when life is overwhelming. Psalm 32

34: Friends Who Help Us, August 9, 2020 09.08.2020 25:04

Pastor Mark Spencer presents a message highlighting how God uses friends to help us. Romans 16:1-16

33: Not Looking For Friendly, August 2, 2020 03.08.2020 25:48

There is a vast difference from being friendly and being a friend. Pastor Mark Spencer speaks about some of the ways we can be a true friend. Proverbs 18:24, 17:17, 27:6, 27:17

32: Can You Be Trusted With Little Things? July 26, 2020 26.07.2020 32:04

What have you done with what God has given you? Pastor Mark Spencer challenges us to use worldly assets for heavenly purposes. Luke 16:1-13

31: The Great Invitation: Come, July 19, 2020 19.07.2020 17:42

Pastor Mark Spencer discusses God's greatest invitation to us, to come to Him. Isaiah 1:18-20

30: The One Thing the Church Can Do, July 12, 2020 12.07.2020 24:47

How has grace been extended to us? How do we show it to others? Pastor Mark Spencer discusses how God has show us grace and how the Lord's Supper is the ultimate example of grace. Matthew 18:23-35

29: One Gracious Blessing After Another, July 5, 2020 05.07.2020 21:20

What have we received? How have we received? Who has received God's grace? Pastor Mark Spencer reminds us of the blessings we have received from God and we are do do with those blessings. John 1:16-18

28: A Heart for Jesus, June 28, 2020 28.06.2020 16:22

First Baptist strives to be know as "A church with a heart for Jesus." Pastor Mark Spencer presents a message that asks us, "Do you have a heart for Jesus?" Matthew 15:17-20