First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO

We need to be open to the dark times in our lives, for God may be moving through divine detours and holy disruptions. Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Jesus did not promise a stress and worry-free life; instead, he leaves his follwers peace. Scripture: John 14:23-29Worship guide: www.tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-25pSermon transcript: www.tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-25s

Peter's vision is a reminder that God prefers bridges to walls, and relationships over being right. Scripture: Acts 11:1-18Worship program: tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-18pSermon transcript: tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-18s

The story of Tabitha in the book of Acts reminds us that healing is often experienced in the details and small acts of kindness in life. Scripture: Acts 9:36-43Worship program: tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-11  Sermon transcript: tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-11s

Healthy relationships don't require perfection; they require us to keep showing up. Scripture: John 21:1-19Transcript: www.tinyurl.com/fbcjc5-4sermon 

When we share our faith, even in little ways, we let the light of God's love shine out into the world. Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16 

The truth of the resurrection begins in the very places we think hope has died. Scripture: Luke 24:1-12Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc-420

The infinite love of God can transform us through the power of Jesus Christ. Scripture: John 13:1-17, 31-35

Palm Sunday remembers a day when two different parades marched into Jerusalem; which are we a part of? Scripture: Luke 19:28-40Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/FBCJC-4-13-25

Love does not wait, acting even in times of grief. Scripture: John 12:1-8Transcript: tinyurl.com/fbcjc4-6-25

God is looking for us, is longing for us and is waiting for us. Scripture: Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

When you know you are fully loved by God, you stop pursuing love in all the wrong places. Scripture: Psalm 63:1-8Sermon transcript

God's love is able to sustain us when life is unsteady. Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

In those times when it seems we are alone and tempted - we aren't. Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

We are but ashes, but we are loved. Scripture: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17

God allows us to be blessed and bless others, even in our weakness and failings. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2

Forgiveness isn't earned; it's given.  Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

We flourish when we are rooted in love and God's truth. Scripture: Psalm 1

When there is exhaustion, failure, and uncertainty, God's love still surrounds us. Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

When we choose grace over exclusion, we can experience God's gift of belonging. Scriptures: Luke 4:21-30; 1 Corinthians 13:1-8a

Drew Heller - Finding Patience (Psalm 27:14; Jeremiah 29:11); (2:50) Josie Ford -  Overflow (1 Corinthians 12:12-27); (7:10) Garrett Carney - Discovering My Identity (Proverbs 19:21; Isaiah 55:8-9); (13:10) Morgan Meredith - When All Hope Seems Lost (Romans 8:18) 

We serve a God who has created us for relationships, not isolation. Scripture: John 2:1-11

We serve a God who knows us by name, is with us and loves us. Pastor Melissa Hatfield's message in this series comes from the books of Isaiah and Luke. Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7, Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

The ball has dropped on a new year, but the light of Christ is rising. And we are not alone.  Scripture: John 1:1-18

We are all scared of something, but God provides comfort, strength, and something better than even a security blanket. Scriptures: Isaiah 9:2-7; Luke 2:1-20

While temporary peace is essential, God's peace is an extraordinary gift that sustains us. Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

The Adult Choir and Orchestra present "A Noel Celebration" by Lloyd Lawson with narration

You may miss God's revelation if you are not paying attention! Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Advent assures us that, even in the face of uncertainty, God remains. Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Where your loyalty lies shapes how you live. Scripture: John 18:33-37

When the familiar crumbles around us, the persistence of hope remains real. Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Some of the most precious gifts we can offer are based on how we give rather than how much. Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Sometimes we need to remember what we hold in common. Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Seeing is more than physical sight - it's about gaining insight into deeper truths. Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Jesus speaks of greatness in service, not in power or prestige. Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

When Jesus tells the rich young ruler to sell everything in Mark 10:17-31, was he serious? Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Jesus calls us to be like children, and to welcome the children around us. Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

In the uncertainties of life, how can we know that God hears us? Scripture: James 5:13-20

For God, what's on the inside matters more than what's on the outside. Scripture: James 3: 13-4:3, 7-8

God invites us to be involved in the world and in the lives of those we encounter. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-20

The New Testament book of James warns us not to proclaim faith with our mouths while pronouncing favoritism with our actions. Scripture: James 2:1-10, 14-17

The book of James calls us to live out our faith in sincerity, rather than for effect. Scripture: James 1:17-27

When we face the evils of the world, God has already provided the tools we need for protection. Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

How do we spend our days? We should make the most of our time. Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

For  believers, working for peace is not optional. Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2

Believers strengthen the body of Christ when our lives reflect our calling. Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

We marvel at our God who can do more than we can ever hope or imagine. Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Jesus calls us to tear down walls as we reach out to others in love. Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

God has chosen each of us and we in turn can invite others to the family. Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

The unity of God's people for God's purpose is a beautiful and powerful thing. Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10

Relationships are complicated. The story of Saul and David illustrates how we can honor those with whom we have mixed legacies. Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27