firstChristian Norfolk | Sunday Messages

Tim DeFor | Have you ever been forced off the road by an inconsiderate, oblivious or even road raging driver? It's scary! But what is even worse is when it happens spiritually. It doesn't have to happen to you, or the ones you love. Paul knew the dangers and instructs early Christians on how to build a resilient faith on this life journey. If you want to know how to keep your life on track with Je...

Tim DeFor | Sometimes sharing Jesus costs more than we expect. We can lose friends, family, reputation, comfort, and so much more. This may make us want to back away, withdraw, give up or pretend things aren't so bad. But what if instead, when sharing Jesus hurts, we could honestly celebrate?

Randall Coffin | A lot of things amaze us at first, and then become boring over time. Can this happen in our faith?

Tim DeFor | Celebrating wins is awesome! But what wins are worth celebrating in the lives of Christians and a church? How can you tell if the Gospel is winning? It may not be what you think.

Kiah Jackson | Being honest about your disappointment with God can move you into a deeper relationship with Him.

Tim DeFor | When what we've been waiting for finally arrives, is there a chance we could miss it?

Randall Coffin | Advent is a season of anticipation which calls for people to wait. Waiting isn't passive; it's an active, hope-filled preparation for the arrival of Jesus, first as a baby and finally, as the king.

Tim DeFor | When someone you love is coming home, you prepare for their arrival. The same is true for Christians awaiting Jesus' second arrival. How can Christians best prepare for Jesus' return?

Tim DeFor | If you could give those you love deeply just one gift, what would it be? What if you could never provide it, but you knew someone who could? What would you ask for? 

Tim DeFor | The impact of Jesus arrival over 2,000 years ago can't be overestimated. Billions of people celebrate his arrival around the world each year and it even changed our calendars. But these are minor in comparison to the difference Jesus makes everyday, all around the world. 

Tony Burke | Can you handle the truth? How you respond when confronted with the truth is a good indication of the desires of your heart and the consequences you should expect.  

Randall Coffin | The faith displayed by a blind man proves that having sight does not guarantee that you will see. It is important to have a faith that sees. 

Tim DeFor | What does God desire in a leader? Do you have what it takes? The good news tells us that everyone has what it takes to be great, to lead, to grow his kingdom! Jesus demonstrates what it take, and invites us to follow his lead.

Tim DeFor | Only one can be the greatest. Most people dream of being the G.O.A.T. But, is it okay for Christians to aspire to greatness? If so, what does greatness look like in God's Kingdom? 

Tim DeFor | Do you ever feel inadequate to fight the spiritual battles around you? Does it seem like God and others are expecting you to be more capable than you are? What can you do when you are over your head and inadequate for the task before you? The answer is sometimes simple, but not often automatic. 

Tim DeFor  |  Many people think choosing a religion is like choosing a brand of ice cream. Just pick whatever suits your fancy. But is that true? Is Christianity different? What does Jesus want his disciples to know about him that eliminates all other options?

Tim DeFor | If a vast majority of people in this world are religious, and there are approximately 4,000 religions, and converting religious people to following Jesus is difficult and potentially dangerous, why bother? If you have ever asked yourself this question, than take a closer look at what sets Christianity apart from all the rest.

Tim DeFor | If God is all powerful and he wants us to serve him, it seems like he would smooth the path for us. But, sometimes ministry seems unnecessarily rough. You're not alone if you ever wonder why God doesn't make serving him easier. His disciples wondered the same thing. And the answer may not be what you think.

Randall Coffin | Discover the hope that comes from bringing your darkest circumstances to Jesus.

Tim DeFor | Do you know any hopeless cases? Someone who has destroyed every relationship, consumed every resource, and seems fully committed to self-destruction? Can they be transformed? If so, what does it take? And what impact could it have on others?

Tim DeFor | The Good News is a new message for those who haven't heard. And it often takes new methods. The enemy will attack, distract, and discredit to discourage Jesus's messengers. But it is especially discouraging when they take friendly fire from religious people. Jesus shows us what it takes to reach new people and what to expect when we do.

Tim DeFor | How do we know we are not being lied to about Jesus? You can't see if sins are forgiven, so how can we know Jesus can forgive sins? This knew this is a question that would be asked, so he answered it powerfully.

Tim DeFor | When pro sports teams prepare for big games, they spend hours studying video of their opponents past games. Why? Because one of the best ways to defeat an opponent on the sports field is to know their strategy in advance. This is also true spiritually. If you would like to know the strategy your enemy Satan is going to use against you, and how to defeat him, this is for you!

Tim DeFor | Introductions are not easy. And they become increasingly difficult as the importance of the person and the potential impact on the audience increases. There's no introduction larger than Jesus. How can you effectively introduce your savior to others?

Kiah Jackson | When our faith is accompanied by action, we are living our best life.