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This is the final installment of our "Sent" sermon series. Today, FPC Associate Pastor Tim Shaw walks us through Acts 3:1-35. Paul and Barnabas get into a heated debate with false teachers and Pharisees. Peter enters the story as well, teaching on faith and reaching the Gentiles. It's a fascinating story that gives us a glimpse into the beginnings of the Christian church.

There's so much to be learned when you slow down and consider each passage in the Bible. Barnabas and Paul's missionary journey throughout the Mediterranean is full of intrigue as well as lessons for life in the present day. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer continues our "Sent" sermon series. He also has a new informal title for himself.

The "Sent" sermon series continues. Paul and Barnabas are on a mission. It's the first missionary journey to share Jesus. It's a wild ride around the Mediterranean. One encounter was life-threatening for Paul. And it challenges us to make a decision about our faith.

Imagine a seemingly chance encounter that results in altering the course of history, affecting everyone. Including you. Hear the story in today's message from First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer.

Every year FPC takes one Sunday and recognizes our high school graduates and our youth in general. We call it Youth Sunday. Each year it's a different set of youth. Yet each year we're amazed at their growth and maturity. Shout out to their respective parents and villages in helping to raise such remarkable kids. Today we also launch a new sermon series called "Sent." It's apropos as we send out our youth into the world and see what kind of mark they make.

One of the great things about the parables of Jesus is that they offer up lesson after lesson after lesson. Such is the case with today's message. FPC Associate Pastor Tim Shaw talks about freedom and uses a few parables to illustrate his point.

Easter is far more than just a holiday. It's the high point for the Christian faith. Easter celebrates the unique resurrection of Jesus Christ. Today's message from FPC Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer helps us to find meaning in the resurrection.

It's the start of Holy Week. Jesus makes his entrance into Jerusalem. Crowds greet Him. They lay down palm fronds for him. Jesus rides in humbly on a donkey. The gospel story unfolds and is about to culminate. Today's message includes this story as well as a critical question from FPC Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer.

We don't get to hear First Prez Youth Director Luke Shin deliver the sermon very often. Today's a treat. Not only does he deliver a sermon that's spot on, he illustrates his point with an amazing story from his own life. With this sermon, Luke wraps up our Breakout sermon series.

The name of this sermon series is "Breakout." Today's message offers evidence of a breakout in the early church. It also gives us a model we can use to measure our processes and effectiveness in spreading the Gospel. Oftentimes, we get caught up in the personalities of the Bible or any great and compelling story. Today's message from Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer shows that it's not always about the "stars of the show."

Today's sermon is about breaking barriers, participating, and getting out of the way. By all means, listen to the sermon from First Prez Executive Pastor Chris Pan. It's unlike anything you've seen here at FPC. We encourage you to also watch the video. There's active participation from a big bunch of our FPC ohana.

The Christian life is never stagnant. It's a lifestyle that embraces change. One could argue it's all about changing and transforming into being as close to Jesus as possible. One conversion from the New Testament was as dramatic as they come. Today we'll hear FPC lay pastor Christian Schroppel tell us what it takes to be an adopter of change. He also let's us in on some of the changes that are coming up in his life.

Our sermon series on the Book of Acts continues. Interesting and weird things are happening. The news of Jesus continues to spread. The church is growing. The Apostle Philip takes center stage today with his encounter with a curious eunuch. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer examines these personalities closely. And he introduces us to Howard Blake whose practice you might want to adopt as your own.

If you mention the name Stephen in a Christian context, the word "martyr" probably comes to mind. Today, we're going to add to Stephen's brand, so to speak. What can we learn from his interactions in those days of the early church? Studying Stephen give us valuable insight into how to deal with others, especially in a challenging relationship.

If you like sermons where the pastor unpacks the situation and reveals the hidden details, this sermon is right up your alley. FPC Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer describes a problem in the early church. It's a situation we still see today. The solution is a great lesson on leadership, communication, focus, and wisdom.

We're still exploring what was happening in the early days of the church. The apostles were doing their thing telling everyone about Jesus. They also prayed for people and some marvelous things were happening. People were being healed. Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer continues our God in the City sermon series.

Our God in the City sermon series continues. We're looking at the very early days of the church, the formation, the movement of the Holy Spirit, church growth, and more. Today. we see some of the lifestyle and some of the challenges new converts presented. And the consequences. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer delivers the message.

The early church is organizing itself. It's starting to move forward in the community. But as we'll hear, no matter what the circumstances were, God provided. First Prez Elder Jeremy Lim delivers this powerful, emboldening message.

In those very early days of the church, we have a model for how the present-day church should look like. How close are we today? Those early Christians gathered together around one central thing: Jesus. Today's message starts there and shows us what First Prez should aspire to be.

The beginning of something is a very special time. We celebrate the start of things from births to anniversaries, from inventions to discoveries. And we celebrate the day the church of Jesus Christ was born. What was that day like? What did it mean for those who said yes and believed? What does it mean for us today? Our God in the City sermon series continues with FPC Associate Pastor Tim Shaw.

If you're starting the new year with a resolution to improve your life by making better decisions, this is the sermon to listen to. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer gives us a very practical template you can use to help you make the big decisions in your life.

We're at the beginning of a new year. It's also the beginning of a new sermon series called "God in the City." And it's a study in the very beginning of Jesus's church. This is documented in the Book of Acts. Today, we look at not only the beginning of Jesus's church but also the start of Christianity in Hawaii. Join us on this year-long series in 2025.

The theme for our December sermon series is loneliness. Even during a joyful, festive time, there's still much loneliness all around. Joseph experienced loneliness as he grappled with the Mary's divine pregnancy. Families that are rich experience loneliness created by independence and internal dynamics. And yet, they arise from their loneliness to vibrant and connected lives. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer delivers the Christmas message.

When a child goes missing, it's a horrible feeling for everyone involved. When Mary and Joseph discovered Jesus was missing, they behaved like any parent would. Anxiety set in. It's an event we parents work hard to prevent. But in Jesus's case, it was necessary. Pastor Tim Fearer explains.

Life is challenging. You set out to do good and then you're faced with difficult choices pulling you in different directions with equal force. What do you do? The Bible is full of examples from people just like us faced with decisions. People like Joseph. Faced with an outrageous situation, what does he do? Pastor Tim Fearer continues the loneliness series as we countdown to Jesus's birth.

The Bible is full of stories of inspiring people. That includes Mary, the mother of Jesus. This second sermon in the advent series considers her divine pregnancy and the special situation it created. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer puts the spotlight on Mary in today's message.

Merry Christmas! It's Advent season. Our Advent sermon series this year focuses on loneliness. One of the things we'll learn in this message is that loneliness can happen even during times that are perceived to be joyous and happy. And as you may know, loneliness can happen to anyone. None of us is immune.

It's the final message in the Wise sermon series. The series has taken us through the entire Sermon on the Mount. The question is, are you going to rely on this treasure chest of wisdom to use as a blueprint for your life? First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer delivers today's message.

God created the universe and everything in it. He is all-knowing, omnipresent, all-powerful, and holy. This magnificent God wants to have a personal relationship with you. He made you, He loves you, and He wants to know you. FPC Ohana Ministry Director Karen Makishima helps us understand this budding relationship. Download the Wise booklet here. https://www.fpchawaii.org/sermons

We take a short pause in our Wise sermon series this week. Pastor Tim Fearer reflects on the recent election for US president. What is the proper Christian response? Where do we place our hope? Who is our leader?

How do you define good behavior? What about bad behavior? The Bible clearly defines both. The Bible also comes with a word of caution about other people's behavior and motives. First Prez Executive Pastor Chris Pan explains. This is the continuation of our Wise sermon series.

The Golden Rule is one of those biblical concepts that has entered the lexicon and culture of America, if not the world. Where does it come from and what exactly does it mean? And did you know that there are other rules with different material names? First Prez Associate Pastor Tim Shaw explains in today's sermon. This message is part four of the Wise sermon series. Download the Wise booklet here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/66b2cbaadaf2bd3e97be5377/t/6701d571af80325c09c5e367/1728173435612/final+WISE+booklet.pdf

That old joke goes, "When you see a fork in the road, take it." If only it were that easy. Life presents us with many opportunities to make choices. Today's message is about life's ultimate choice. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer shows us the way.

We all have needs and desires in life. The Bible is simple when it comes to achieving or acquiring these needs and desires: Ask. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer preaches the next sermon in the Wise series. He compares God's willingness to provide with that of a loving parent. You'll also hear what happened to one member of our congregation recently when she put forth her request to Jesus.

It's back to the Sermon on the Mount. And with this return, we start a new sermon series called Wise. You can find the accompanying booklet on the FPC website. The topic today includes the idea of discernment. And because this is an election year, there's also a word from Pastor Tim Fearer on voting.

The third vision mountain for First Prez is all about spreading the Gospel through serving. It's about being intentional in each and every situation we find ourselves in, including work. First Prez Associate Pastor Tim Shaw helps us see how the spread of the Gospel happened in the very early days. We'll also hear from a local couple and how they bring Jesus into their workplace.

We're laying the foundation for a new vision for First Prez. Today we look at one facet of this vision that will pay off well into the future. Mountain #2 is investing in the next generation. Teaching. Mentoring. Counseling. It's how First Prez, and the Church in general, will continue to live on for decades to come.

This is the first of a sermon series called Vision. In this series, you're going to hear FPC pastors and elders outline the vision for the church. If you want to know what First Prez intends to be over the next five years, this is the sermon series to listen to. Download the booklet here: https://www.fpchawaii.org/vision

On the surface, this is a sermon about God being our provider. There's no doubt that He is. But this message is also about setting God as our top priority. It's also a message about trusting Jesus. As a bonus, it's also the first time our Transitional Pastor Tm Fearer shouts "chee hoo" in the middle of the sermon.

This is part 3 of the Trust sermon series. Today's sermon has the potential to reveal some uncomfortable realities in our lives. As you consider the message, the key is being brutally honest with yourself and making the necessary changes.

The Trust sermon series continues. Today's message should help you pause and reflect on your condition, especially the state of your heart. But we start with the eyes. Pastor Tim Fearer also comes clean about his love affair with Turkish carpets.

Today we start a new sermon series called Trust. But we continue in Jesus's sermon on the mount. Before you begin listening, think about the top 3 treasures in your life. What are those things that hold your attention, that you give the highest regard to? Listen to Pastor Tim Fearer's sermon with those things in mind.

Today we examine the spiritual discipline of fasting. First Prez Executive Pastor Chris Pan tells us what fasting is, and what it's not. He shares a story from his hiking pilgrimage. And he tosses in some simple math for good measure.

This week's message picks up where we left off, in the middle of The Lord's Prayer. First Prez Associate Pastor, Tim Shaw shows us how rich and all-encompassing the Lord's Prayer is. He puts the focus on one aspect of the prayer-forgiveness.

Today's episode starts a deep dive into the Lord's Prayer. Pastor Tim Fearer examines the concepts of "our God," and the word "hallow." You'll also learn something about the end of the Lord's prayer that may be new information for you. This is all part of the Devotion sermon series.

Jesus tells us what to pray and how to pray. Today's sermon will teach us the how. But it also might reveal your approach to prayer and the type of relationship you have with God our Father. This sermon from Pastor Tim Fearer continues the Devotion sermon series.

This is the second sermon in the Devotion series. In this passage, Jesus blatantly calls out hypocrites. And he gives us stern instructions for the method of praying. It's a good reminder that prayer is deeply personal and can yield incredible results.

Today we start the sermon series called Devotion. Today's subject can be touchy for some. Perhaps the word today might soften some hearts toward giving. It's a spiritual discipline that renders surprising results.

Today we wrap up our Foundations sermon series. We've covered our renewed mission statement and our set of core values. If you've missed any, search the last few weeks for a review. Today we tackle a challenging value-courage. It's something we need sometimes on a daily basis.

Grace and Truth. They go together like poke & shoyu, shorts & slippers, and sunsets & beaches. Grace & truth is the third of our core values. In this sermon from Pastor Tim Fearer, we'll see it illustrated beautifully in two different situations.

This week's sermon picks up where we left off as we focus on the new values of our church. Value #2 is humility. First Prez Associate Pastor Tim Shaw helps us understand and acquire this mindset.