Uplift at the First Colony Church of Christ

If Jesus is the king, as he claims in John 18, and the world is in bad shape, then what is Jesus really good for? Kyle Strickland answers this question from our Uplift series "Questioning Jesus."  This message was recorded live on October 20, 2021.

The answer Jesus gave to "What is the greatest command?" is seemingly impossible. Who can really love God with all of their being? Can we trust this statement? Can we find some agreement? In this episode, Kyle Strickland shows us Jesus' major modification in his answer that makes the impossible possible, in the fourth message of our Uplift message series called "Questioning Jes...

"Who is my neighbor?" is one of the most famous questions Jesus answered - and he answered it with what we know as the Parable of the Good Samaritan. His answer, of course, concerned itself with the compassion that was shown, a compassion now under assault. Kyle Strickland walks us through Jesus' answer, and the assault on compassion, in the third message of our Uplift message serie...

Is Jesus for real? Who says? The answer to those questions is found in a significant event in Jesus' life, and his answer has not lost its relevancy . Kyle Strickland walks us through this question - and answer - in a message from Mark 11:27-33, in the second message of our Uplift series called "Questioning Jesus". This message was recorded live on September 29, 2021.

The first recorded question ever asked of Jesus is "What do you want with us?" This is not an unfamiliar question - we ask it of Jesus often, perhaps without expecting an answer. Kyle Strickland walks us through this question - and answer - in a message from Mark 1:21-28, the first message in an Uplift series called "Questioning Jesus". This message was recorded live on Septemb...

In this episode, Pastoral Care Minister Shane Gage interviews Nick Fouts of Cedar Rock Ministries.  Nick has a long history with our church as he was, along with Shane, one of the original members of the Ankole Mission Team in Uganda.  Now, through Cedar Rock, Nick and his wife Renee provide retreats, counseling and spiritual direction to individuals, couples, and groups.  Their mission is to help...

In this episode, Missy Edgmon, our Women’s Minister, interviews Sarah White, the Executive Director of Second Mile Mission Center. Second Mile offers resources and hope to residents of Fort Bend County. They serve thousands of people in times of need and crisis. You’ll hear how Sarah came to Second Mile, how she baths each decision and need in prayer, and how to volunteer.  Copyright free music: C...

In this episode, Joel Smith, our Children’s Minister, interviews Keith Ferrin. Keith has a passion for reading the word of God relationally. If you’ve never heard of that, no worries – Keith gives a good approach, and, perhaps, a fresh approach to reading Scripture. Whether you’re trying to figure out how to read the bible, or a seasoned follower of Jesus, this episode will inspire your time readi...

In this episode, Kyle interviews Missy Edgmon, the Women’s Minister at the First Colony Church. Missy is a long-time member at First Colony, and has volunteered in various capacities, serving on the admin team of Women’s Bible Study, and teaching children and students. She joined our staff in the summer of 2020 and has hit the ground running. Meet Missy in this episode, and hear about the plans fo...

In this episode, Kyle interviews Matt Barnhill, the director of Barnhill and Associates Counseling Center. Matt gives great insight into the distinction between worry, stress, and anxiety, how to decrease your levels of anxiety. He also gives some practical ways we can help people relationally in such a tough season. Matt’s wisdom is clear and needed, and he really needs no introduction – Barnhill...

Moms and dads, join us as Joel Smith interviews his friend and trauma specialist, Diane Moore for Episode Two. Diane is a from Vancouver, Washington, and specializes in Story Informed Trauma Therapy. She is a mom and grandmother, and  has been a children’s minister, radio show host and, now, a full-time therapist. She brings a wealth of solid wisdom and counsel for parents. Copyright free music: C...

Tierce Green has a drive to help men lead better lives. He’s the founder of the Authentic Manhood Initiative and the creator of 33 The Series , a men’s teaching series used in churches and coffee shops. He’s spoken all of the world, but regularly coaches individuals on living better and being better. Be sure to listen to Kyle’s interview with Tierce – you don’t want to miss it. Copyright free musi...

Podcast from Kyle Strickland.

Podcast from Jenna Davis, Associate Student Minister.

Podcast from Great Wright, Outreach Minster.

Podcast from Jenna Davis, Associate Student Minister.

Podcast from Children's Minister, Joel Smith.

Podcast from Foster Creek Campus Minister, Shane Gage.

Podcast from Connections Minister, Ryan Bien.

Hear from one of First Colony’s Honduran mission partners, Santos Espinosa, who is the Evangelism & Discipleship Director for Mission Lazarus. Santos oversees 12 church leaders and 24 churches as they labor to multiply Christ Kingdom. Santos grew up in Honduras and speaks Spanish, but we are fortunate to have him speaking in English for us today. Hear what the current country satiation is, how...

Podcast from Tiri Faraone, Online Campus Director.

Podcast from Jenna Davis, Associate Student Minister.

Podcast from Dale Akers, Associate Student Minister.

Podcast from Student Minister, Kevin Porter. Our emotions are a canary in the coal mine. What are their songs singing to us? 

Podcast from Josh and Denise Cummings.