First Church Podcast

We all face giants, enemies that seek to keep us from what God has promised to us. We don’t have to fight everyone of them, but we do need to take a step of faith and believe that God will fight for us. Join us in this message as we learn the how and why behind Killing Giants.

Discover God's unmatched greatness in this powerful message designed to strengthen your confidence and deepen your faith. Through simple yet profound truths from the Word of God, you'll be reminded that no matter your challenges, God is simply greater! Let this message uplift your spirit and point you to our Creator's boundless power and love.

It might seem minor, but bending the rules now can lead to significant issues down the road. Join Pastor Williams as he explores why we sometimes feel the urge to bend the rules and offers guidance on how to overcome these tendencies. Discover how embracing a disciplined life can help us live out the calling Jesus has set before us.

What keeps us from really connecting with God? And how can we know God in spirit and truth? Join us in this message with Pastor Daryle Williams as we look at Jesus' purpose for our lives.

Shame is our natural response when our lives get messed up. However, it is not the will of God that we live under the shadow of shame. Join us in this message as we learn how to get freedom from shame through the power of the Cross.

What to do when you are at your wits end! We’ve all been there and may be there again. Join with Pastor Williams in this message as we look at a woman who was definitely at her wits end and her encounter with Jesus.

Mark 11:25 (ESV) states, "And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.” Join Guest Speaker Justin Frailey as he walks us through what Jesus says about forgiveness.

Join Pastor Williams in this message as we analyze Mark’s account of how Jesus chose his first four disciples. What made them Next Level Men and how can we become men that Jesus would choose?

Join us for an inspiring message as we explore the steps Joseph took to guide his family and shape their future.

Our thoughts are powerful — so powerful that the war is often won or lost in the mind. Guest speaker Justin Frailey challenges us to let God transform our thinking, to be living sacrifices to Him, so that we can live lives that are pleasing and perfect in His sight.

When Adam sinned and hid among the trees, God called out, “Where are you?” It wasn’t that God didn’t know Adam’s location. Instead, God wanted Adam to reflect on his new circumstances. Where did he stand in his relationship with the Father? How had his bond with Eve changed? What must he now do to make things right?

Men are designed for “Headship." What does that mean? And how should men live it out in our world. Join Pastor Williams in this message series and discover man’s design and calling.

God does the supernatural, the miraculous. However, He does the supernatural in response to our faith. Stretch yourself, take the first step, listen to the voice of God, and experience His provision.

We all go through seasons of our lives where it feels as though we are sinking – financially, relationally, or emotionally. God told us to get in the boat and go, but now it feels as though He is nowhere to be found. But one thing is for certain, when God gives us a word, He follows through. What He speaks, He guides us to – and He might even call us to walk on water in the meantime! 

All of us want to know our lives count for something, that they matter, that we’re a part of something bigger than ourselves. God gives us that opportunity to come together and make an impact through the unimaginable power of the church. Through the glory, presence, and Holy Spirit of God, we can be a part of seeing God’s kingdom come and His will getting done on earth – together!

Discover the enigma of divine favor: while God’s love encompasses all, some seem to bask more in His favor. Who are they, and what sets them apart? Explore the path to becoming one of the chosen few.

Are your personal aspirations too low? Consider the higher expectations that God may have for you. Dare to leave behind limited visions and embrace the divine plans for your life. Join us as we journey towards fulfilling God’s envisioned purpose for us.

“Let’s Go Up The Mountain.” It was the ultimate test of faith. It was a faith journey that was so much more than Abraham could have imagined. God asked Abraham to worship Him by sacrificing his only son, Isaac. Abraham passed the test and was greatly blessed. This narrative, however, isn’t just ancient history, it holds profound relevance for us today. Discover the power of obedience and faith and...

You cannot have a comeback if you stay in your setback! So how do you get through what you are going through? In this special Easter message, Pastor Daryle Williams reminds us that God has revealed to us a profound lesson in overcoming setbacks and experiencing comebacks.

Jesus is King! For a follower of Christ, that has to be more than simple lip service. To say truly say He is King requires from us a profound commitment to worship, serve, and trust Him. Only then to we begin to experience what it means to live in His kingdom.

“I think myself happy!” These are the apostle Paul’s words to Agrippa in Acts 26:2. Paul was in a desperate situation, imprisoned, and facing certain death. Yet, he was still able to be happy because his joy came from his internal faith in Jesus Christ and not his external situations.

Witness the awe-inspiring authority of Jesus as He taught people and expelled demons. Through the divine synergy of the Word of God and the Holy Spirit, His power flowed effortlessly. Join us in this message to explore how we, too, can tap into the transformative power of the Word, empowered by faith and the Holy Spirit.

Jesus, a man of flesh, embodied the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit. As followers, we too can unlock the fullness of God’s blessings by embracing the indwelling, guidance, and empowerment of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

At his baptism, Jesus heard the Father say three things, “You are mine, you are loved, and you bring me joy.” You and I as children of God need to know that the Father is saying the same three things to us - you are His, He does love you, and you do please Him. The first statement is our identity - we are His children. The second statement is unconditional - He will always love us. And the third s...

Just as Jesus listened to the Father's voice declaring, "You are my dearly loved Son, and you bring me great joy," it is imperative for us to internalize and embrace the truth that we belong to God, that He loves us deeply, and that we have the capacity to bring Him joy.