First Baptist Church Rochester Indiana

How are our lives affected when we put God first? Eric Biddinger encourages listeners to focus on God and allow everything else to follow.Matthew 6:33

A tongue, though small, directs the whole person. Pastor David Love shares wisdom from James about the words we use.James 3:1-12

The Wisdom of Man vs. the Foolishness of God. The example of Gideon, and the Cross show how God will accomplish His will in-spite of human wisdom.Judges 7, 1 Corinthians 1

The book of James is not a theological, doctrinal dissertation. It is not like Romans with a logical chain of arguments. James is a wisdom book. Instruction about how to live and please God with your life. Real faith has good works.James 2:14-26

The Word of God is something we should do and not just listen to.James 2:1-13

Today's faith test from the book of James is challenging. It calls for self examination. The Word of God's function is the believer's life is at the center.James 1:19-27

How do you react to difficulties? Pastor David Love looks through James 1 with practical advice on how to react to trialsJames 1

Pastor David Love begins a new series in James by exploring who James is, who the book is written to, and the focus of the bookJames 1

Pastor David Love explores parallels between Elijah and Elisha and John the Baptist and Jesus.2 Kings

Caring and connecting with others in the church is very important! Pastor David Love uses examples from 3 John to share as a model.3 John

Healthy doctrine , healthy teaching has fruit, promotes love.1 Timothy

Is there a tragedy that impacted your life? Pastor David Love uses the theme of Isaiah and how we should focus on the greatness of God.Isaiah 6:1-7

When disagreements arise, when is it ok to disagree? Pastor David Love gives some practical advice about how to engage with people we may disagree with.James 4:1-3

Look at the physical evidence of Jesus' resurrection. This is what happens when we ground our faith in facts.Luke 24

In a Palm Sunday message focused on Jesus' coming, Pastor David Love poses the question, “What will bring you peace?”Luke 19

Pastor David Love uses current examples, pared with Biblical stories to share the value of human life.Deuteronomy 21:1-9

In a country that was founded on revolution, how do we submit to authority? Romans 13:1-5

The United States is preparing to celebrate 250 years as a nation. We often reflect on the nations greatness, but a nation need not be great in size or power to accomplish this purpose…small but devout nations, as Israel was can do the job as well.

The long and slow growth of the Gospel seeds we plant, is not what we do just for our generation and not just for the generation people who respond to our work, but it is passed on to each new generation.Acts 16-18

Pastor David Love continues the Unstoppable series with a message focused on the power of God displayed through believers and the church.Acts 10, 12, 15

Nothing is going to interrupt the Spirit from accomplishing the mission of Jesus. Not persecutions, not racial divides, not a person's evil past, or a city's war against God. Not even the struggle to get the people of God to the rite place at the right time to invite someone to know Jesus. Acts 8

Acts contains many examples of courage shown by early Christians. The church learned by example how trusting the power and awe of God can provide a source of courage.Acts 4-5

A "Caring and Compassionate Church." Pastor David Love shares examples from Acts about the early church.Acts 3

Pastor David Love focuses on four devotions displayed in the early church. These devotions include the Apostle's Teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer. Acts 2:41-47

The Holy Spirit indwells us share the gospel message. Bethlehem was God with us, Calvary was God for us, and Pentecost is God in us.Acts 2

Pastor David Love begins a new message series in the book of Acts. In the first of the Unstoppable series, the message focuses on the unstoppable mission of the church and how God empowers us to be a part of His mission. Acts 1

Speaker Troy Pryor speaks about traditions, both now and in the future.

Simeon and Anna were watching for Jesus. Both were examples of Godly, devoted, spiritual people. Luke 2:25-52

Prophecy “Calls Out Waiting” for an answer - “is anyone out there, is anyone listening, is there a reply to my words…”  Matthew 2:13-23

Once in a while, you probably feel like God forgot to tell you about his plan. Something unexpected, and maybe unfortunate, happens and you are left scrambling.  Matthew 1:18-24

Pastor David Love shares examples from the Christmas story where fear was dealt with. 

In some ways, the Bible is the true story of the family of God. The ideas and words of parenthood cover the pages, punctuate the events, and color the story of God.  Mark 3:31-35

Just like friendships blossom over shared adventures, our bond with Christ strengthens through moments of service, joy, and even trials, turning our faith into a cherished journey of Friendship. It is through the work of the Kingdom that we are transformed into friends of Jesus.  John 15:13-16

Evil does not like when salt shows up… Immorality and Crookedness don't… Sometimes just the presence of a Bible believing, God-fearing person is… A word may not need to be spoken. “You Are” Matthew 5:13, Ephesians 5:8-13

Our visible Christian lives should illumine the people around us - giving them light of good works, inspire praise to the Good God of Life - so that eyes are drawn to him, and Ignite Christian Faith in those who seek the light. Pastor David Love encourages listeners to Be a Light! Matthew 5:14-16, Phillipians 2:14-16

Pastor David Love wraps up a series focused on what Jesus can do. In this message he focuses on how he can use us. Matthew 9:9-13

We relate easily to people who are like us in one way or another. In our passage today, The Holy Spirit is letting the church know that Their Savior understands the struggle of their lives and since he represents them before God he is an effective advocate to seek mercy from heaven for them. Hebrews 4:14-5:2

Does Jesus still do miracles today? Lessons from Acts show how God provided for the miraculous in the past but how does he work today?  Acts 9:32-43

Christ Jesus is the source of life, source of All creation, all life has been formed by him. The Source of Resurrection and Eternal Life To Come Also. Colossians 3:1-17

From whom the body grows! From Jesus Christ that the salvation comes,  From Jesus Christ that eternal life flows, From Jesus Christ that resurrection will come… Do not let Christ be Eroded, Eclipsed, or Eliminated from your heart!  Colossians 2:1-23

First Baptist Church strives to be a church with a "Heart for Jesus". Pastor David Love discusses how Christ is the head, and heart of the Church Colossians 1:18-29

Christ is at the heart of everything. Every created thing owes its existence to Christ. It is important that we are firmly rooted. Colossians 1:9-23  

Developing believers and sharing the Gospel is the Great Gospel Task. Pastor David Love encourages listeners to strive to be rewarded by Jesus. 2 Timothy 2:1-6

The Son of God saves only sinners. ABC's of salvation: Admit that you're a sinner. Cannot get to “Believe Jesus died for you sin” unless you first have sin. God's Love saves sinners. Do you want to know that Joy today? But you are burdened by a load of sin, or shame, or hidden faults… While we are at our worst, Jesus showers on us Profound, Proactive, Perfecting Love. Won't you accept his love today. Burdens come in all shapes and sizes, but come to Jesus and lay your burdens down. Romans 5

There are many ways relationships are broken… broken promises, disappointment, physical/emotional harm, drifting away, hurtful words,…God's wants a relationship - as sons and daughters - with you.  Romans 3

The Captivity of Israel as Slaves in Babylon was shocking… Doubts, Faithlessness… Isaiah hears the Lord respond to their fears by reaffirming the truth - The Truth of who they are, The Truth of his relationship with them, and The Truth of what he is willing to do for the relationship. God's people needed a big picture view of God and his plans because they could not see it, so the Lord reminds them of His One Great Purpose… Isaiah 43

Pastor David Love asks what power it would take to create all things and if that power is still at work today. Psalm 33

Joseph's story ranges from being hated by his brothers, thrown in jail, elevated to a place of leadership, to saving his family from famine.  Genesis 37-50  

Thomas is often associated with doubting but there is much more to the story! Pastor David Love shares the history of Thomas spreading the gospel to Asia and beyond!