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What does it actually mean to represent Jesus Christ to the world? In this message from 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Pastor Tag unpacks the striking fact that Paul uses the word "ambassador" — and what it means for every believer who carries that title.
What did Jesus actually mean when He told Nicodemus, "You must be born again"? In this message from John 3, Joe Marks unpacks a phrase that's often misunderstood — both by the world and by the church. Nicodemus was successful, respected, and rule-following — nothing like the "dramatic turnaround" story we usually picture. So why did Jesus use this language with him?
In one of the most unique moments in the Gospels, Jesus combines a short parable with a miracle — and the lesson goes far deeper than a temple tax. Pastor Tag walks through Matthew 17:24-27, where tax collectors ask Peter if Jesus pays the two-drachma temple tax. Jesus' response — a brief teaching on kings, sons, and taxation — leads to one of the most understated yet profound miracles in Scripture: a coin found in the mouth of a fish, in the exact amount needed.
What does true north look like when it comes to money and possessions? In this message from Luke 16, Pastor Bob dives into Jesus' parable of the rich man and Lazarus — a story that's often avoided because it hits close to home. Teaching the Pharisees who "loved money," Jesus paints a vivid picture of a wealthy man who ignores the beggar at his gate, and the eternal reversal that follows.
Matt Petitt returns to First Church where he grew up, got baptized, and preached his very first sermon — and shares a message working through Matthew 1:21-23 where he unpacks the announcement of Jesus' birth and points to one central truth: God's goal was never just to give us answers, but to give us Himself — Emmanuel, God with us.
Colossians often gets overlooked next to the other prison epistles — but it's packed with treasure. In this message, Pastor Tag walks through Colossians 3:1-4 and unpacks three life-changing truths for every believer in Christ: Raised Up With Christ, Keep Seeking the Things Above and Hidden With Christ.
This today’s message, Pastor Tag preaches from Paul's second letter to the Corinthians where he discusses being transformed into the image of Jesus Christ from glory to glory. Turn to 2 Corinthians 3 and listen with us.
"Therefore" is a powerful word, especially when it comes to the Gospel message. Paul spends the first seven chapters of Romans discussing humanity's problem - sin - and then provides hope so desperately needed in chapter 8. Pastor Tag unpacks Romans 8:1-3 and the hope we have IN Christ.
In our final sermon in the series, Pastor Bobby finishes our study on 2 Peter by examining what God has called us to do while waiting for His return.
In our final sermon in the series, Pastor Bobby finishes our study on 2 Peter by examining what God has called us to do while waiting for His return.
In our final sermon in the series, Pastor Bobby finishes our study on 2 Peter by examining what God has called us to do while waiting for His return.
In our final sermon in the series, Pastor Bobby finishes our study on 2 Peter by examining what God has called us to do while waiting for His return.
In our final sermon in the series, Pastor Bobby finishes our study on 2 Peter by examining what God has called us to do while waiting for His return.
It's so good to have you back with us today! As we continue in our our series on 2 Peter, Pastor Bobby begins chapter 3 and discusses the question of whether or not the Lord Jesus is really coming back again.
We're thankful you're back with us for our fifth message in "Is This For Real?" where we are studying through 2 Peter. We're completing chapter 2 as Peter continues to pull back the curtain on false prophets and false teachers.
You may have read that title and thought...yes...but it's not that straightforward. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. In today's message, we begin chapter of 2 Peter where Pastor Bobby discusses false teachers and prophets, and the destruction they can cause.
In Week 3 of our series -- Is This For Real? -- we complete chapter 1 of 2nd Peter, where we look at whether or not we can trust the testimonies given in the Scriptures about Jesus Christ.
We're so glad you've joined us today! For today's sermon we continue on in 2 Peter 1 where Pastor Bobby delves deeper into the gift we have given. Verses 5-15 keys us into the qualities we should bear in order to maintain our calling and be richly provided and entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Welcome to First Church! We're grateful you're here with us today! Pastor Bobby begins a new series - Is This For Real? - a study through the book of 2 Peter. Through our time in Peter's letter we'll be exploring some of the doubts and questions we as Christians face. BUT FIRST we have to understand who we are in Christ and that we've been given a gift. Join us in this message on 2 Peter 1:1-4.
Hello! We're glad you've joined us for worship today! What a great way to follow up Easter Sunday, than to have baptisms. But what is baptism? Do we have to do it? If so, why should we get baptized? Pastor Bobby answers these questions in today's sermon.
Thank you for joining us for our Sunday message today! In today's sermon, Pastor Bobby asks the question "Are you ready to leave it all behind?" In light of the resurrection, we look at several stories of individuals who encounter Jesus in the gospels, and how that changed their life.
Thank you for joining us for worship today! Pastor Bobby takes a look at the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem in Matthew 21 and answers the questions .... who is Jesus?
Thank you for joining us today for worship! In today's sermon, Pastor Bobby completes the series by looking at the last of chapter 7. Jesus finishes the sermon on the mount by warning His listeners about what path they should be walking, and what foundation they should be building on.
Thank you for joining us today for worship! We begin Matthew 7 as Pastor Bobby continues in our Follow Me series which studies through the Sermon on the Mount. He covers judging one another, how good the Good Father is, and the golden rule.
Thank you for joining us today for worship! We conclude chapter 6 of Matthew in our Follow Me series where we have been studying the Sermon on the Mount. In today's message, Pastor Bobby discusses anxiety and worry and how to manage it in light of the Kingdom.
