First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO

Lost means something is not where it is supposed to be, not that it never belonged. Jesus seeks us all because God's joy is not complete until everyone is home. Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Just like the ingredients and process of making bread, following Jesus will stretch us, and can cost us something - maybe everything. Scripture: Luke 14:25-33Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc9-7sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc9-7p

When Peter fails Jesus, Jesus doesn't reject him, but cooks him breakfast. Do you also need to sit down at the fire with Jesus? Scripture: John 21:1-14

The Sabbath is about more than stopping work; it is about freedom and restoration. Scripture: Luke 13:10-17Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-24sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-24p

In those times when believers struggle with life, it's good to remember others alongside us. Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-12:2Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-17s Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-17p

Jesus calls us to be ready in all things and circumstances. Scripture: Luke 12:32-40Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-10p

When the things we hold onto for security fail, Jesus offers to anchor our lives. Scripture: Luke 12:13-31Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-3s2 Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-3p

How do we pray when we may feel clueless what we should pray?  Scripture: Luke 11:1-13Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-27p

Jesus reminds us, when our schedules are choked by distractions, that we need to concentrate on what is the real priority. Scripture: Luke 10:38-42Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-20p

When Jesus was asked, "Who is my neighbor?", the story he shared was not to define neighbor, but to define love. Scripture: Luke 10:25-37Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-13sWorship program: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-13p

Jesus equips us and gives instructions of how we should plant seeds of faith as we represent him. Scripture: Luke 10: 1-11, 16-20Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-6s Worship program: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc7-6p

God offers us a vision -- not of where we've been, but on a new thing God is doing. Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-5

Elijah discovers as do we, that God offers hope and more to anyone that has had enough. Scripture 1 Kings 19:1-15Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc6-22sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc6-22p

We do not have to travel life's journey alone. Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24Worship program: www.tinyurl.com/fbcjc6-15pSermon transcript: www.tinyurl.com/fbcjc6-15s

Jesus promises us power for our faith journey through the Holy Spirit, who was received by believers on the first Pentecost. Scripture: Acts 2:1-21Worship program: tinyurl.com/fbcjc6-8pSermon transcript: tinyurl.com/fbcjc6-8s

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