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Shadow vs. Reality
 
Hebrews 7:25-8:5. Jesus becomes the priest that ends all the shadows of the OT worship system and moves us into a whole new worship experience!

Christ's Superior Priesthood
 
Heb. 7:1-25 What is Jesus committed to pray for on our behalf FOREVER? Delve into our great salvation a little deeper in this passage.

CONFIDENCE, HOPE AND ENCOURAGEMENT
 
Hebrews 6:9-20 Why does the Bible first send a HUGE warning and then follow it immediately with a message of hope? See if you should be hopeful.

The Anchor Holds!
 
Hebrews 6:19-20 Evening Service. Are you anchored to Christ?

Grow Up! (Part 2)
 
Hebrews 6:4-9 Did you know you can come to a point where it is impossible to repent and be saved? NOTE: the audio of the message starts about 1/3 through the message. You can read the PDF for the entire message.

Grow Up! (Part 1)
 
Heb. 6:4-9 We encounter one of the strongest warnings in the Bible, but to whom is it written and what does it mean? See how understanding the context of the Book gives us a very good answer.

The Source of Eternal Salvation
 
Why is the death of Jesus a "suitable" sacrifice for you and me? The author tell us about the Dignity, Eternity and Purity of the Savior.

The Throne of Grace
 
What does it mean for Jesus to be our High Priest? And what is a Throne of Grace?

Danger Hard HeArT Area! - Part 2
 
Based on Hebrews 4:1-13

Danger Hard HeArT Area!
 
Hebrews 3:6-19. Can you know that you are a follower of Christ and are heaven-bound? If so, how? Follow as the book of Hebrews explains.

Moses is Great. Jesus is Greater!
 
Heb. 3:1-6 When we deeply consider the author of our salvation, our hope and our confidence is made more sure. Consider how Jesus is greater than Moses.

Jesus and the Fear of Death
 
Heb. 2:14-18 How does the death of Christ remove our fear of death and the devil's power over us? And what great promise do we have do deal with the process of dying? This is a great encouragement to every believer in Christ.

The Founder of Salvation - Part 2
 
A message from Heb. 2:10-13. Why was it fitting in God's eyes to have Jesus suffer and die for us?

Hebrews 2:5-9 The Founder of Salvation
 
Part 4. Here we compare and contrast the relationship between Jesus, Angels and Ourselves. Why is Jesus "lower than the angels"? What does that mean for us?

Hebrews 2:1-4 The Danger of Drifting
 
Part 3. The first of five warning passages, where God strongly warns us of the danger of being set spirtually adrift. PLUS a powerful dramatic skit about our committment to Jesus.

Greater than the Greatest

Heb. 1:5-14. What is the purpose of the Bible? What do Angels do? How important is the Lord Jesus Christ to you?

1. Greater than All!

From Hebrews 1:1-4, the first in a series in the Book of Hebrews.

Make it Smoke!
 
Lev. 3:1-16. Are you living up to God's potential? God's best gifts are for those who live with commitment and enthusiasm.

A FAST Sermon
 
Fasting is another ways we grow deeper and stronger in our faith. Learn more about it.

Growing Thru Serving

One of the hallmarks of God's plan for growing is to become a Servant!

Money Matters!
 
Why is the matter of giving money a factor in Spiritual Growth? Find out how God's Word explains it.

Small Groups
 
Week 3 of "Growing God's Way" Spiritual Growth Series.

The Quiet Time
 
God in WAY MORE IMPORTANT than our spending 1 hour a week with Him. A Quiet Time helps us to experience His presence daily.

The Heart of a Worshipper
 
Bearing good fruit in our lives depends on us paying attention to taking care of the the plant. In our 2010 Spiritual Growth Covenant Series we look at several essential ingredients necessary to be a healthy, productive part of God's vineyard. And

The Second Advent
 
Jesus came once as a baby. He's coming back again, but this time is will be different...

The Virgin Birth

Christmas IS the most wonderful time of the year. BUT WHY? The most spectacular thing about Christmas is not what we sometimes think, it is what God did. It is the Virgin Birth of the God-Man Jesus Christ. (Note: there is no audio file yet...)

Beautiful Feet
 
Based on Romans 10:13-15.

The Necessity of Forgiveness
 
We all need forgiveness from God and others. AND we all NEED to forgive. The question is WHY?

House of Prayer - Part 1
 
First of two parts presented Sunday Morning of a message by Pastor Jim Cymbala about a vital missing element in many modern American churches.

House of Prayer - Part 2
 
Second half of Jim Cymbala's message with comments from Pastor Dave on the significance of the message for our church. Sunday Evening Service. Note: you can watch Pastor Cymbala's message by going to YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U79YOK

Sin Legends
 
Like Urban Legends, there are many false notions about sin. These "sin legends" are destructive to our lives.

Josiah

Josiah was a Breakthrough King and a breakthrough person. Discover why in this message.

Micaiah
 
Here is a little known person that ought to be on the front of t-shirts for believers! A person who challenges us to stand up for our faith when the pressures come.

Boaz
 
Boaz was a Kinsman-Redeemer to Ruth and her family, bailing her from a helpless, hopeless situation. He pictures Jesus our Kinsman-Redeemer in every way!

Esther
 
The story of Esther is a story of God's determination to bring a Savior into the world. It's a story of how we can approach a King and be heard!

Shimei
 
Here's a man you don't want to emulate, but all of us do at times.

Abigail
 
What a woman! What a God!

Mephibosheth

How do you say "Mephibosheth"? Try saying "Me" because when you get to know his story, he just may remind you of "me" and "you." (No audio available.)

The Origins of Prayer
 
Guest Speaker and author Dr. Randy Sprinkle speaks from Genesis on the Origins of Prayer. What began continues in us. Will you grow in your prayer life? NOTE: Audio only.

Miriam
 
Miriam was Moses' big sister. God gave her a big job, but there came a time when she wanted more. A lesson in God's grace and forgiveness.

Elijah - Part 2 "IF"
 
It's time to choose who you are following. Wavering not allowed!

Elijah - Part 1 "God's Training Program"
 
God may just be doing something in you so he can do something through you. See what God did in Elijah's life so he could use him greatly! From 1 Kings 17.

Q & A Week 4 - Abortion and the Age of the Earth
 
Pastor Dave answers questions submitted by the congregation.

Changed and Changing!
 
The first Vision Sunday Service. Listen or read about the vision God has given us as a congregation.

Q&A Week 3 - "Was Ishmael Cursed or Blessed?"
 
Who are the Ishmaelites today. Find out more about the group that Islam claims is it's link to the Bible. See what the Bible says is their spiritual future.

Q&A Week 2 - "Death and Forgiveness"
 
Pastor Saylor answers several question related to death and an important question about the need to keep asking for forgiveness.

Q&A Week 1 - "Hades and the Law"
 
"You've God Questions - God has Answers!" This weeks message is about where Jesus went between his death and resurrection AND How do Christians understand and apply the OT Law?

Snatching Life from Death
 
Is there Life after Death? Jesus' resurrection opens the doors to heaven for all who will enter.

Lessons from a Changed Life
 
Part 1 of a mini-series on the book of Philemon.

Finding the Right One - Part 2
 
We need a Higher Standard in three key areas if we are going to find the right one in our lives.

Finding the Right One - Part 1
 
Are you looking for the right person in your life? Have you found the ONE? First of a two-part message on God's guidelines to finding a person who He wants for your life.

Lasting Love
 
God has a plan for love in our marriages to last. This message from Proverbs 5 tells us how to built love with the one we love.

Love and Marriage
 
Our culture has a plan for relationships and it is different from God's plan. Will you consider this "minority report" and consider that God may actually have a Better Idea?

Growing in God's Love

Are you growing in God's love? If you are, then you will find in increasing amounts, four Life-Giving-Qualities that Love Creates Within Us. Check them out. Note: There is no audio were filed this week. Sorry.

God's Love - Past, Present and Future
 
Part 1 of a series on Love. What is it? How do we receive it?

Why Serve in God's Church?
 
Part 4 of 2009 Spiritual Growth Series. The importance of being a committed servant for spiritual growth.

Why Give to the Church?
 
Week 3 of Spiritual Growth Series. Why it is important to be a generous giver.

Let Us Pray
 
Part 2 of Spiritual Growth Series.

Week 1 - Discipline With Direction
 
Discipline without Direction results in Drudgery. Find out why the Spiritual Disciplines should excite us not make us feel guilty.

2. Bewitched Believers!
 
Paul tells us how believers in Jesus can become bewitched into abandoning living by faith!

1. When Addition is Subtraction
 
Part 1. What are the key Bible teachings in the book of Galatians? Read or listen as we unwrap them. Is it possible to add our good works to our belief in Jesus Christ for our hope of salvation?

How to Tell God You Love Him
 
Worship is showing God in multiple ways how you love him. discovers some key ways that we worship him "together".

Serving Together
 
Week 5 message. We SERVE better TOGETHER! Listen or read this message on how the Bible guides us to serve better together. (NOTE: due to an error the audio file only covers the last parts of the message.)

How We Help Each Other Grow
 
You Cannot Grow Fully As a Christian on Your Own. We need each other! Hear Week 4's message from Gods Word on how we can help each other towards spiritual growth.

Belonging Together - Week 3 Small Group Lesson
 
If you could not be in your Small Group for Week 3, then listen to the teaching by Rick Warren. See you next week!

What Destroy and What Builds Relationships
 
Relationships always have "issues." Learn what destroys them and what will make them strong. Message 3 in the "40 Days" series.

Reaching Out Together - Small Group Lesson 2
 
If you missed your small group this week, you can at least listen to Pastor Rick Warren's teaching here! See you next week.

Reaching Out Together
 
Evangelism is "Better Together!" Read what God says about how to reach people for Christ together.

Week 1 Small Group Lesson - What Matters Most
 
If you missed the small group for Week 1 you can listen here to the teaching segment given by Rick Warren. See you next week!

Why We Need Each Other?
 
We say that we are "Better Together" but why is that so? Why does the Bible say we need each other so much. Pastor Dave shares five essential reasons this message.

Kick Off Message by Rick Warren
 
Listen as Pastor Rick Warren kicks off the 40 Days of Community Series. (no sermon notes - just the audio mp3 is available)

Discovering God's Will - Part 2
 
"How to Get it All Wrong!" We need to acknowledge some very common mistakes we make along the path of finding God's will for our lives.

Discovering God's Will - Part 1
 
Every Christian wants to know how God wants them to live and wants to make decisions that are within God's will. This four-week study will help you that be much more certain that this happens. Find out the two foundational dimensions that will help

Singing in the Rain
 
Habakkuk show us the steps we can take that God can use to bring our faith to a new, and higher level.

When You're in The Dip
 
Habakkuk 2 reveals what we can and should do when we are in a place of questioning with God.

Do the Habakkuk!
 
What do you do when God doesn't seem fair? follow in the book of Habakkuk and see how he handles this vexing and common problem.

CONGREGATIONAL PHOTO

Here's a copy of the group photo taken on June 29, 2008. NOTE: Click on "Read Sermon" and the photo will display.

Can a Christian Live in Sin?
 
Part 10 of 1 John Series from 1 Jn. 3:9. Why does John indicate that a person cannot continue in sin and truly be a Christian? Are there any exceptions?

Becoming a Great Dad!

A Father's Day Message from God's Word. (sorry, no recording was made

When He Appears
 
Part 9 of our 1 John Series. What is going to happen When Jesus Christ Reappears? What has the "church" done to tarnish this great Biblical truth?

God's Crazy Love
 
What is God's love like? John tells us. Find out that God is "crazy" in love with you!

Living in Him
 
What does it mean to Live in Christ? (no manuscript provided)

The Love God Hates
 
Our God is a God of love, but there is one form of love that God hates. He tells us about it in 1 Jn 2:15-17.

Let's Talk About Love
 
1 John 2:12-17 Is there a reason that John, Jesus and others talk about assurance of salvation in terms of the actions we do? YES.

The Hope of the World
 
1 John 1:1-4 Who is the Hope of the World? Is it Jesus? Yes. Is it the Church? Yes again. Are you part of that Hope?

The Secret is Out!
 
A Palm Sunday message. Jesus revealed the "secret" of his identity to the world...now it's our turn to do it too. Pastor Dave shares a series of "four year goals" for First Baptist Church and a crucial step that all of us will need to take to accom

Seizing Divine Moments

God has given us our lives to make them count. Learn how King Saul and his son Jonathan make decisions that have an eternal impact. From 1 Samuel 13 & 14.

Your New Identity
 
The origin of Identity Theft did not come from human thugs... it came from the Devil who has been stealing the identity from Christians from the beginning! Discover your identity and live accordingly! From Eph. 2:17-22

Where is Your Confidence?
 
There are two kinds of religion in the world. In which are you placing your confidence? Based on Phil. 3:2-21.

The Christian's Spiritual "Workout"

Part 4. Are you going to "work out" what God has worked in?

The Mark of Christ
 
Part 3 based on Philippians 1:27 - 2:11

For Me To Live is Christ
 
Message from Philippians 1. Part 2 of the 2008 Spiritual Growth Challenge.

Keeping the Main Thing the Main Thing
 
If you don't know what you are aiming at in life, you'll be sure to miss it. Philippians 3 tells us about the Main Thing.

Message 2 - The Priority of Prayer
 
Here's how to make prayer a priority in your life again.

Message 3 - Every Christian's Responsibility
 

Message 4 - Parenting Prodigals
 
Parents and grandparents often ask, "What did I do wrong?" and "What can I do now?" What does God's Word say?

Message 1 - Restoring the Joy
 
Have you lost the joy in your walk with the Lord? When that happens, what do you do?

5. What Children Owe Their Parents
 
Some of us are children... no, ALL of us are! What do we owe our parents, when we are young, and also when we are older?

4. Things to Consider Before You Say "I Do."
 
If you are single, listen to God's wisdom for your future marriage.

3. When Marriage Gets Messy
 
When (not "if") marriage gets messy what do you do? You go back to the basics.

2. What Parents Owe Thier Children
 
Five essential things that parents to their children.

1. Marriage that Goes the Distance
 
What does it take to have a marriage that "goes the distance?" Part one of a series on God's Help for the Family.

God\'s Contagious Love
 
Final message in Series. Do you know what the core idea of Christianity is?

One Size Fits All - NOT!
 
Part six in the series. God does not shape everyone in the same way and there are various ways that we will share the good news with others.

Answering the Right Questions
 
Part five of the series "Becoming a Contagions Christian." In order to Clearly Communicate the good news we must first know the essentials of the Gospel.

Up Close and Personal
 
Part Four of This Series "Becoming a Contagious Christian." Highly Potent Christians Need to Make Contact with Those around Them.

Highly Potent Believers
 
Part 3 in the series: Becoming a Contagious Christian.

A Formula for Impacting Your World
 
Part Two of the series, "Becoming a Contagious Christian."

Message from Pastor Russell
 
Business Meeting comments about mission work.

The "E" Word
 
Part One in the series "Becoming a Contagious Christian". Find out why every Christian has something great to share with other.

The Fear of Committment
 
Why do people today fear commitments? What can we do about it?

The Hedge
 
Last in the series "God is Closer Than You Think". It's the most important thing to bring us closer to God.

Youth Testimonies
 
FBCM Youth share testimonies after returning from Crosswalk. A must listen!

When God Seems Absent
 
Part 8 of the series, "God is Closer Than You Think".

Are You a Conductor or a Resister?
 
Part 7 in the series "God is Closer Than You Think."

Transformational Discipleship
 
Preached by Jose Lopes from John 14:1-15. Are you being transformed?

Waldo Jr.
 
Part 6 in the series "God is Closer Than You Think"

Spiritual Pathways

Part 5 of the series, "God is Closer Than You Think". God creates us unique and he speaks to us accordiing to who we are.

Jesus
 
A message by Pastor Russell Atherton from John 3:16-18 and James 1:27.

A Beautiful Mind

Part four of this series, "God is Closer Than You Think."

The Greatest Moment of Your Life
 
Part three in a series "God is Closer Than You Think".

Where is He?
 
Part 2 of "God is Closer Than You Think". Where do we go to find God? How can we connect?

God\'s Great Desire
 
Part 1 of a series called "God is Closer Than You Think!"

Why Be Patient?

Why Be Patient? In James 5:7-11 we learn three powerful reasons to be patient. (Sorry there is no audio file for this message)

Two Ways of Living
 
James 5:1-6 There are "takers" and there are "givers." Which one are you?

How to Measure Humility
 
James 4:6-17 What does it mean to possess humility. James tells us here.

Living Life Wisely!
 
James 3:13-4:12

Testimony of Paul Biswas
 
Pastor Paul Biswas shares about his conversion to Christ in Bangladesh and his call to ministry.

A History of Ancient Bible Translations

Part of an Evening Sunday Series, "The Bible: Can You Trust It?"

Connected to Christ... for Good!
 
John 15:1-11 (Sermon by Pastor Russell)

How Faith Works

James 2:14-26 - Part five in the series in James.- "The Marks of Spiritual Maturity"

Practices the Truth
 
Part four in the series on James. James 2:1-13.

Deception!
 
James 1:19-27. From the Series in James - "The Marks of Spiritual Maturity"

Patient in Trials
 
James 1:2-18 Second in a study of the Book of James, where he gives the first mark of Spiritual Maturity, being patient in trials. Find out why and how.

Time to Grow Up!
 
First in a study of the Book of James, "The Marks of Spiritual Maturity" and first in our Spiritual Growth Emphasis month.

Christmas Giving
 
Is "gift giving" a biblical part of Christmas? Definitely! See how one of the centerpieces of our modern celebration has it's roots in the Christmas story.

What Child is This?
 
Listen to probe the mystery of the Incarnation of the Son of God.

The Christian Life Made Simple
 
2 Cor. 4:1-6 gives us some important essentials to make the Christian Life practical.

The Christian Life Made Simple

From 2 Cor. 4:1-6, discover some of the things that make up living the Chirstian Life in a practical way.

Give Your Thanks
 
Are you like the Thankless Nine of Luke 17:11-19, or are you giving God your thanks?

Loving God with All Your Heart, Soul and Mind
 
How do we show our love for God? Do our actions reveal that we love God? From Matthew 22:35-40.

How Do We Find Forgiveness?
 
Psalm 32 - From the series, "Answers to Life from the Psalms"

How to Handle Our Fears
 
Psalm 34 - From the Series, "Answers to Life from the Psalms"

Priceless!
 
Psalm 139 - from the series "Answers to Life's Questions"

The Law of the Lord is Perfect, Converting the Soul
 
Third Message from Psalm 19, examinig the powerful use of God's Law in the conversion miracle. How does Law and Grace work together?

The Big and Little Books of God - Part 2
 
Ps. 19: 7-12 - God's Word, the Little Book

Psalm 4-5-6
 
Evening Series on the Psalms

The Big and Little Books of God - Part 1
 
Psalm 19:1-6 - Series "Answers to Life's Questions"

Psalm 2-3

Evening Series on the Psalms

Who am I and Why am I Here?
 
Psalm 8 - First in a series, "Answers to Life from the Psalms"

Introduction to the Psalms and Psalm 1
 
Evening Series on the Psalms

God's Master Game Plan
 
From Luke 9 - A Message on Ministry

The Death of Christ
 
Mark 15-15

Going to Extremes
 
Mark 14:1-11

Pastor Jerry Darby
 
Message from Pastor Darby of One Faith Baptist Church of New Orleans (audio file only)

Mark 13:9-37 - Part 1
 
The Second Coming of Christ - Part 2a "The Signs of His Coming"

Mark 13:9-37 - Part 2b
 
The Second Coming of Chirst - Part 2b. This is the Evening Service conclusion, focusing on the issue of how the Signs of His coming tie in with the fact that Jesus can return at any moment.

Mark 13:1-8
 
The Second Coming of Christ - Part 1

How God Measures Greatness
 
Mark 12:41-45

Whose Son is Jesus?
 
Mark 12:35-40

Dealing with Dishonest Questions
 
Mark 12:1-34

Message by Jose Lopes
 
There is no text file, just audio...

Fig Trees and Phonies
 
Mark 11:11-26

The ultimate Act
 
Mark 10:32-52

A Test, A Blessing and a Personal Encounter
 
Mark 10:1-31

Achieving True Greatness
 
Mark 9:14-50

SPECIAL CONFERENCE AUDIO - Part 2
 
"A Mormon and an Evangelical in Conversation"

SPECIAL CONFERENCE AUDIO - Part 1
 
"A Mormon and an Evangelical in Conversation" With Dr. Robert Millet and Rev. Greg Johnson.

Law & Order S.R.U.
 
An Easter Message taking the evidence for the Resurrection to the courtroom!

My Time Has Come
 
Mark 11:1-10 - Palm Sunday

Don't Be Decieved!
 
A message by Pastor Russell Atherton on self-deception - From James 1:13-16

Coming Attractions!
 
Mark 10:1-13

Finders Keepers!
 
Mark 8:27-38

Deaf Ears, Blind Eyes, and Thick Heads
 
Mark 7:31 - 8:26

When Right is Wrong!
 
Mark 7:1-30

Who Can I Depend On?
 
Mark 6:7-52

Dishonoring Jesus
 
Mark 6:1-6

Just Believe!
 
Mark 5:21-43

Growing Fit through Generosity

Part 5 of Spritual Fitness Month

Growing Fit through Fellowship
 
Part 4 of Spiritual Fitness Month - Jose Lopes preaching.

Growing Fit through Ministry
 
Pastor Russell Atherton

Growing Fit in our Quiet Time
 
Pastor Russell Atherton

Worship - Keeping Your Heart Healthy
 
Part 1 of Spiritual Fitness Month

The Three Seekers

Matt. 2:1-11

ChristMis Assumptions

Isa. 9:6

The True Grinch of Christmas
 
Matthew 2:1-8

Taking the "X" out of "Christmas"

Luke 1:26-38

The Talk of the Town
 
Mark 5:1-20

Seed Thoughts
 
Mark 4:21-41

The Bored, the Brash, the Bombed and the Blossoms
 
Mark 4:1-20

The Worst Decision You Can Make
 
Mark 3:7-35

How to Receive Help from God
 
Mark 3:1-6

Rebel WITH a Cause

Mark 2:13-27

Rescue from Hell and High Waters
 
Mark 2:1-12

Who is HE? / Bourne Identity
 
Mark 1:9-45

A Strange Attraction
 
Mark 1:2-8

Three Strikes and You're Out....NOT!
 
Introduction to the Gospel of Mark

Taking it up a Notch - Pastor Russell Atherton
 
1 Timothy 4:6-8

The Bible and the DaVinci Code
 
1 John 4:1-3

Confidence in Prayer

1 John 5:13-17

The Greatest Testimony

1 John 5:6-13

Birthmarks of a Believer

1 John 5:1-5

Agapomen Allelus

1 John 4:7-21

When Unbelief is Right

1 John 4:1-6

A Conspiracy of Kindness

1 John 3:18-24

Love is More than a Four Letter Word

1 John 3:11-14

Living a New Life

1 John 3:4-10

God's Amazing Love

1 John 2:28 - 3:3

The Love God Hates

1 John 2:15-17

Growing Up in Grace

1 John 2:12-14

A NewCommand

1 John 2:7-11

This Changes Everything!

1 John 2:3-11

Sin

1 John 1:5 - 2:11

The Real Life

1 John 1:1-4 .