FSBC Pomeroy Podcast

Swallowed by a fish, sinking to the roots of the mountains, Jonah discovers the story isn’t over because his death was never God’s goal. From the pit he prays a psalm of thanksgiving. Part 2 of our summer series in Jonah: mercy that reaches the bottom of the sea.

A runaway prophet. A great storm. A boatload of pagans who end up worshiping the God their prophet fled. We begin our series in Jonah by asking two questions chapter 1 won’t let us dodge: Where am I running? And who have I decided is beyond mercy?

There is a church in the New Testament that Jesus did not rebuke. Not one word of criticism. Not a single “but I have this against you.”  In Revelation 2 and 3, Jesus writes seven letters to seven churches. Five of them get corrected. Two get only commendation. And one of those two is the smallest, weakest, least impressive one on the list — the church in Philadelphia.   Jesus says to that church:...

Are you surviving as a Christian, or thriving? Jesus answers in one chapter: five marks of a life that bears fruit. Are you surviving as a Christian, or are you thriving? A plant survives when it has enough water to keep its leaves from falling off. A plant thrives when it is so rooted that it puts out fruit. The New Testament does not call us merely to survive the Christian life. It calls us to b...

David nearly takes vengeance into his own hands until God sends Abigail. A study of anger, wisdom, and the God who repays.

Paul ended the greatest letter ever written with a list of names. Here's what happens when the gospel has yours. Paul ended the greatest letter ever written with a list of names.  Sixteen chapters of the deepest theology in the Bible — justification, the Spirit, election, the love that nothing can separate — and Paul closes Romans not with one more doctrinal climax, but with twenty-six names. Phoe...

Title: The God of Peace Goes with Us Passage: Romans 15:22–33  Series: Unashamed  Speaker: Pastor Joshua Fisher Paul ends the longest letter in the New Testament not with a doctrinal flourish, but with travel plans, a money offering, a prayer request, and a confession that he is afraid. And then a benediction strong enough to carry the church for two thousand years: "May the God of peace be with y...

"We who are strong have an obligation..." Success in our culture is defined by how well we can please ourselves. But in Romans 15:1–21, the Apostle Paul shows us that real Christian maturity is measured by how well we serve others. Following the example of Jesus, the Infinitely Strong One, who Himself served the lowly, we are challenged to a higher calling that builds up our neighbors and reaches...

"I have my rights." It’s the anthem of our age and the driving force of the professional world. We are taught to stand our ground, defend our freedom, and exercise our rights at all costs. But on this Mother’s Day, as we dive into Romans 14, the Apostle Paul introduces a radical, counter-cultural strategy for the church: Love Over Liberty. Mothers are the ultimate "CEOs of Deference"— constantly l...

In Romans 13, Paul reminds us that love is not just a feeling, it is a debt we never stop owing. As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk in the light, love our neighbors well, and “put on the Lord Jesus Christ” in every part of our lives. This message challenges us to consider not only how we manage our calendars, responsibilities, and routines, but how we are managing our character in light...

The Power Behind the Powers In a culture of suspicion and polarization, the Apostle Paul gives us a staggering reality check in Romans 13:1–7. He tells us that all human authority is a "borrowed" authority—instituted and overseen by a Sovereign God. We don't submit because leaders are perfect; we submit because our God is Providential. In this message, we’re exploring: The Origin of Authority: Why...

Most people spend their lives resisting the constant pressure to check so many boxes. We feel the pressure of our industry, the expectations of our peers, and the weight of our own ambitions pressing us into a specific mold. We think the solution is better boundaries or better schedules, but the Apostle Paul offers a far more radical solution in Romans 12. After eleven chapters of deep theology (t...

The Myth of the Self-Made Life. Most of us spend 60 hours a week building a foundation for our lives. We work for the promotion, we secure the platform, and we carry the weight of making sure it doesn't all fall apart. But what happens to your security when the ground begins to shift? In this message, Pastor Josh dives into Romans 11:1–24 to explore the "Unfailing Mercy of God." Looking at the Apo...

Welcome to the Main Event! Today we celebrate the Unheard-Of Victory. From 1 Corinthians 15, we see that the Resurrection isn't just a miracle—it is the miracle that makes all our stewardship, missions, and hope possible. Because the tomb is empty, no one is unreachable. He is Risen! #EasterAtFSBC #TheUnheardOfVictory #HeIsRisen #WhosYourOne #MainEvent

Who is the King you are following?  The world expected a warrior on a warhorse to crush Rome. Instead, they got the "Unheard-Of King"—a Savior on a donkey who came to crush death. As we kick off Holy Week, we are looking at the radical paradox of Jesus: He is sovereign enough to control every detail of history, yet humble enough to be approachable to the outcast. Today, we move closer to the Cross...

STOP WRITING PEOPLE OFF.  We all have a "Zacchaeus"—the person we’ve secretly labeled too far gone, too successful, or too messy for the Gospel. But today, Pastor Josh shows us that Jesus doesn't just "pass through" our Jerichos; He stops, looks up, and calls the outcasts by name. In the final week of our series "The One," we dive into Luke 19:1–10. We see a "traitor" transformed by the scandalous...

You have a name on a card. The door keeps closing. And you're starting to wonder if any of this actually works. In week three of The One, Pastor Josh unpacks Colossians 4:2–6 and delivers a hard truth: evangelism is a spiritual battle — and it is won on your knees before it is ever won in the street. Paul didn't ask for better technique. He asked for an open door. There's a reason for that. 📍 Fir...

What does God actually do when someone is lost? He doesn't wait. He doesn't hope. He goes. In Luke 15:1–7, Jesus answers the grumbling of the religious elite with a parable that exposes the heart of God — a shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine and searches until he finds the one. That word "until" changes everything. This is Week 2 of our series "The One" at First Southern Baptist Church in Pomeroy...

Are you a cheerleader for the Gospel or a contributor to the mission? 👣 Today at First Southern, we kick off our 4-week series leading up to Easter: "Who’s Your One?" Pastor Josh explores the radical faith of four men who refused to let a crowd stop them from bringing their friend to Jesus. If you can't get through the door, it's time to dig through the roof! Join us as we begin the Annie Armstro...

Welcome to First Southern! Does God’s sovereignty make our witness unnecessary? In this message, Pastor Josh shows us that God’s plan actually demands our participation. Discover the "Logic of Glory"—the chain of events God uses to rescue the broken. Whether you feel like your feet are stationary or your heart is breaking over someone’s rejection of the Gospel, come see the persistent, outstretche...

Welcome to First Southern! This Valentine’s weekend, we’re looking at a Love Beyond the Fall and the Law. Are you exhausted from "running" to be good enough for God? In Romans 10:1–13, Pastor Josh explores the tragedy of zeal without knowledge and the beauty of a righteousness that is received, not achieved. Discover why Jesus is the Telos—the finish line of all your striving. Whether you are stru...

Today, we face a mountain in Romans 9:22–33: The Stumbling Stone. Are you exhausted from "running" to be good enough for God? Pastor Josh explores the scandalous nature of a grace that includes the "wrong" people and offends the "right" people. We’ll see how Jesus is either the Cornerstone you rest upon or the Stumbling Stone you trip over in your pride. Stop the exertion of human effort and find...

Are you tired of "running" fast enough to keep up with your own spiritual expectations? Today, we move from the marketplace into the deep waters of God’s sovereignty. We’ve spent the last month learning to be stewards of "unheard-of" miracles, but now we are turning our focus toward the Heart of the Miracle-Giver. In this message, Pastor Josh tackles the tough questions: Is God unfair? Does my eff...

Tonight, our sanctuary may be empty, but the Gospel is far from silent. While a service can be canceled, our "spiritual worship" is a reasoned, daily commitment that doesn't require a pulpit—it requires a life. In this mid-week check-in, we explore: Our Christian life is not defined by the one or two hours we spend "at church," but by how we live in our homes, workplaces, and leisure time. A Trans...

God didn't perform the "unheard-of" in your life just for a single moment; He did it to start a movement. True worship isn't found primarily in the one or two hours we spend at church, but in the other 166 weekly hours spent in our homes, workplaces, and neighborhoods. Connect With Us First Time? We’d love to connect with you! Tap the "Connect" button in the app or visit our website to let us know...