First Family Church Sermons

See how Peter connects grit and grace in this summarizing message by Pastor Todd from the final three verses of 1 Peter: “By Silvanus, a faithful brother as I regard him, I have written briefly to you, exhorting and declaring that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it. She who is at Babylon, […]

In light of Election Day, Pastor Todd gives some insight into what guides the vote of a believer.

Though God ordains suffering for our sanctification, Satan twists it to be a temptation. See how in this insightful message from Pastor Travis from 1 Peter 5:8–11: “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same […]

Pastor Todd gives extra insight into his sermon “Humility 101” from 1 Peter 5:6–7.

Discover one of the key ingredients to a life of humility in this incredibly simple message by Pastor Todd from 1 Peter 5:6–7: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”

Travis, RJ, and Tanner get to know FFC’s Financial Assistant, Jen Coleman.

Hear Kevin Ezell, President of the North American Mission Board, share the heart of God for the globe, especially North America, in this mission-themed message.

Pastors Todd and Travis give extra insight into Sunday’s sermon “God’s Global Means” from the book of Jonah.

What is God’s ordained means for getting his good news to every nation, language, tribe, and tongue? Learn more in this message by Pastor Todd from the mission-themed book of Jonah.

Pastor Todd gives extra insight into a specific phrase from October 2’s sermon from the book of Jonah.

Hear Tim Lubinus, Director of the Baptist Convention of Iowa and 16-year missionary veteran, share the heart of God for the globe, especially areas outside North America, in this mission-themed message.

Pastor Todd gives extra insight into Sunday’s sermon “God’s Global End.”

Discover an OT picture of God’s commitment to gathering worshipers from every nation, language, tribe and tongue in this message by Pastor Todd from the mission-themed book of Jonah.

What’s involved in the biblical office of elder? Deepen your understanding of the church’s undershepherds in this series interlude by Ed rooted in 1 Peter.

Christ’s body is often pictured as a flock. Dig deeper into “life in the fold” in this message by Pastor Todd concerning shepherds and sheep from 1 Peter 5:1–5. “So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the […]

Pastor Todd gives extra insight into Sunday’s sermon “18 Years of Developing Devoted Followers of Jesus” from Acts 2:42–47.

Catch the continuing vision and mission of First Family Church in this special anniversary message by Pastor Todd from Acts 2. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through […]

Hear the final of three messages from 1 Peter 4:12–19 aimed at grasping Peter’s call to not simply suffer, but to share Christ’s sufferings. Stan closes this trio of sermons with a look at verses 15–19. “But let none of you suffer as a murderer or a thief or an evildoer or as a meddler. […]

Pastor Todd gives extra insight into Sunday’s sermon “Sharing in Christ’s Suffering and Glory (Part 2)” from 1 Peter 4:14.

Hear the second of three messages from 1 Peter 4:12–19 aimed at grasping Peter’s call to not simply suffer, but to share Christ’s sufferings. Pastor Todd continues this trio of sermons with a look at verse 14. “If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of […]

Surrounded by death at work and sin in her life, Lauren found herself in a dark place. But God used people from FFC’s college ministry, Campus Collective, to draw her to saving faith in Christ.

Pastor Travis gives extra insight into Sunday’s sermon “Sharing in Christ’s Suffering and Glory (Part 1)” from 1 Peter 4:12–13.

Hear the first of three messages from 1 Peter 4:12–19 aimed at grasping Peter’s call to not simply suffer, but to share Christ’s sufferings. Pastor Travis opens up this trio of sermons with a look at verses 12–13. “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, […]

Listen to Joel and Sarah’s incredible story of how God has worked in the life of their daughter, Emma Faye.

Pastor Todd gives extra insight into Sunday’s sermon “”Spiritual Gifts: For the Good of Others and the Glory of God”” from 1 Peter 4:10–11.