Fraser Coast Baptist Church

ASK ME ANYTHING | 2 Thessalonians 2 Q&A | Rapture, Apostasy, Revelation & End TimesAs we've journeyed through 2 Thessalonians 2, a number of thoughtful and challenging questions have been raised about the end times, the rapture, and how Christians should understand and respond to biblical prophecy. In this edition of Ask Me Anything, I take the time to answer each of these questions as...

In 2 Thessalonians 2:3, the Apostle Paul warns the church that the Day of the Lord will not come unless “the apostasy” happens first. But what exactly did Paul mean by this word? When we read most English translations, the word apostasy naturally makes us think of a spiritual rebellion, a falling away, or a turning away from the truth. But is that the only possible meaning? Some scholars have argu...

Why were the Thessalonian believers so afraid? In 2 Thessalonians 2:2, Paul writes to a church that had become unsettled and shaken because they thought the Day of the Lord had already come. But why would that news create such fear? What had Paul taught them about the events surrounding Christ’s return that made this message so alarming? In this sermon, we explore Paul’s eschatological teaching to...

**A journey of discovery begins as we explore 2 Thessalonians 2 together.**In this message, we begin our journey through one of the most discussed and sometimes controversial passages of Scripture as Paul introduces the Thessalonian believers to important truths about the future, the return of Christ, and the things that must be understood along the way. As we open 2 Thessalonians 2:1, we consider...

Many Christians love the King James Version, and rightly so. For more than 400 years it has served the church faithfully, shaped Christian thought, and led countless people to faith in Christ. This message is not an attack on the KJV itself. In fact, I continue to value and appreciate it. However, does the evidence support the claim that the KJV alone is the perfect, error free English Bible? In t...

How can we pray for each other? | 2 Thessalonians 1:11–12 In this sermon we slow down and listen closely to the apostle Paul’s prayer for the Thessalonian church in 2 Thessalonians 1:11–12. Rather than simply telling us to pray, Paul shows us how to pray for God’s people. What does it look like to pray in a way that strengthens faith, deepens purpose and glorifies Jesus in the everyday life of the...

Hell is one of the most controversial and confrontingsubjects in the world today. So why should Christians still talk about it? In this sermon based on Paul’s second epistle to theThessalonians and looking particularly at chapter one and verses nine to ten, Pastor Tim explores the difficult but important question of Hell from an evangelistic perspective. After all, if Hell is real, then the most l...

Natalie preaches her first sermon on a special day, not just honouring all the mums in our community, but presenting a challenge that every Christian can commit to in their life this week.

Pastor Tim recently attended the Queensland Baptist “Awaken” Conference, a significant gathering centred on the call from God’s Word for His people to wake up, be alert, and recognise that He is at work all around us. In this video, he shares key reflections and takeaways from the conference, highlighting not only what God stirred in his own heart, but also why this experience matters for the life...

Why would Jesus take the time to fold a cloth… after rising from the dead? In this Easter message, “Why bother folding the napkin?” , we explore the fascinating detail found in John 20:6–7 and what it might reveal about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Was it simply a small detail… or does it point to something deeper? In this sermon, we consider three possible reasons why Jesus may have folded t...

It's a question we all need to answer because we read in verse eight of the first chapter in 2 Thessalonians that God punishes those who don't.  Therefore, it would be imperative to know how to answer that question in order to answer it accurately as it looks like our life is on the line if we don't. If you are uncertain how to obey the gospel, keeping in mind it's not obeying ever...

When you’ve been wronged, what do you do with it? Do you hold onto it… try to fix it… or take matters into your own hands? In this sermon, “Just give it to the Lord,” we explore the powerful truth found in 2 Thessalonians 1:6–7. These verses remind us that God sees every injustice and promises to respond in His perfect timing. So often, our natural instinct is to seek revenge, hold onto bitterness...

What if you prayed for healing… and it never came? Does it mean you didn’t have enough faith? Many Christians have been told that—but is that really what the Bible teaches? In this sermon, we look at the powerful story of the ten lepers in Luke 17:11–19. Jesus heals all ten men suffering from leprosy but only one returns to thank Him and recognise who He truly is. What’s surprising is that all ten...

Can someone truly stop believing in Jesus and still be saved? What happens when a once passionate Christian later walks away from the faith? In this sermon we explore that difficult question through the remarkable and troubling story of Charles Templeton. Once a close friend and ministry colleague of Billy Graham, Templeton was considered one of the most gifted evangelists of his generation. Yet l...

What does it mean to be “counted worthy of the kingdom of God”? Does the Bible teach that we must somehow earn our place in heaven? Or is Paul pointing us to something deeper? In this message from 2 Thessalonians 1:5 , we wrestle with a powerful and often misunderstood phrase. The Apostle Paul speaks of believers being counted worthy of the kingdom for which they are suffering. But Scripture is cl...

Where Is the Love? | 2 Thessalonians 1:3b–4 | Fraser Coast Baptist ChurchWhat would it look like for a church to be so marked by Christlike love that no one would ever need to ask, “Where is the love?”In this sermon from 2 Thessalonians 1:3b–4, we explore how the apostle Paul commended the Thessalonian church because their love for one another was increasing. Their faith was growing, their enduran...

How do I grow in my faith? In 2 Thessalonians 1:1–3a, Paul celebrates a church whose faith is growing more and more . But growth doesn’t happen by accident, it begins with a willingness to grow. In this message, we explore what it means to intentionally grow in faith and how God uses community, practice, and perseverance to shape mature disciples. We also reflect on the discipleship pathway at Fra...

Is there room for faith healing in a Baptist church? The space where we invite God to heal on the spot and permanently. What if we’ve already prayed and the healing hasn’t come? Why would he answer it if I'm amongst a group of people on Sunday? Why is it any different? In this message, we explore what Scripture says about prayer, faith, and God’s ongoing work of healing. Drawing from the testi...

What does it look like to be the church in this season? In this Vision Sunday message, we pause to remember who we are as Fraser Coast Baptist Church, why we do what we do, and how God has shaped our mission together. This sermon reflects on our biblical foundations while also casting vision for the year ahead, trusting God for continued growth, deeper faith, and greater impact. You will hear abou...

What does God actually want His church to look like? Acts 2:42–47 gives us a clear blueprint, not for life’s personal decisions, but for God’s purposes on earth. In this sermon, we explore how the early church lived with clarity, devotion, and impact, revealing five timeless purposes God desires for His people today. A message that challenges us to rethink church beyond attendance and into active,...

What a marvelous image it would be to see a local church with no one in need of everything as is mentioned in verse 34 of this passage. The question then needs to be asked, "What is needed for a congregation to get to that place?"Pastor Tim draws out some practical implication for today's church as we reflect on a healthy image of the local church found in chapter 4 of the book of Ac...

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📌 Can You Lose Your Salvation? | Sermon Message In this message, Pastor Tim Eyschen answers a crucial question that many Christians struggle with: “Can you lose your salvation?” Rather than setting one opinion against another, this sermon presents six direct questions based on six clear Scriptures . Each one challenges the belief that salvation can be lost. These six are only a small sample of ma...

What should the local church look like in real life, not just on paper? In 1 Thessalonians 5:13b–22, Paul gives a series of practical instructions that show believers how to live out their faith in community so the world can see the true heart of Christ through His people. In this message, Pastor Tim unpacks these powerful verses with one aim in mind: to call the church back to a vibrant, visible...

The Significance of Baptism exploring a reason why Jesus was baptised himself.