Messages to nourish your spirit from First Presbyterian Church in Columbia, Missouri. Our Vision: Disciples Making a Difference.
Christ reduced himself to nothing in order to give us everything. When we adopt his mindset, the Church receives his gift of unity.
In a world where everything is in flux, one thing never changes: God's claim on your life. Listen and find out more about this powerful assurance.
A message based on Jesus's visit to the home of Martha and Mary, in Luke 10:38-42.
The real question isn't, Does this person deserve my help? The real question is, Am I a helper?
Did the pandemic wear you out? This sermon, based on Luke 10:1-20, teaches us how we can be refreshed by God.
What can disciples of Jesus Christ learn from people who choose not to follow him? Find out in this sermon on Luke 9:51-62.
What does the Gospel of Luke have to says about wealth and poverty, the role of women in Christianity, and how and whether to reform society? New Testament scholar Matthew Ketchum answers these and other questions in this interview.
What do Presbyterian and other Reformed Christians believe? What's predestination, anyway? What do Reformed theologians think about the authority of scripture, or the Second Coming of Jesus Christ? Why do Reformed churches have lay elders? If any of these questions interest you, check out this informative conversation with Dr. David Bruner.
In this sermon, Senior Pastor Marvin Lindsay explains what it means to be created in the image of God. He also remembers the victims of the recent mass shootings in Orange County and Buffalo. The sermon is based on Genesis 1:25-31.
Hear two of our teenage members give moving testimonies about how the Lord has supported them through the ups and downs of their high school careers.
Friendship with Jesus means befriending sinners. A sermon on Luke 16:1-10, the parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin.
There are fascinating and faithful women in Jesus's family tree and yours as well! This sermon, for Celebrating the Gifts of Women Sunday, calls us to give thanks for this legacy and pass it down to a new generation of disciples.
When was the last time you marveled at a sunset, or sat still and enjoyed God? Isn't it time to do that again?
Before he was crucified, Jesus told his disciples what to do, how to do it, and what the result would be. A sermon on John 13.
This Easter, John's account of the resurrection calls us to pay closer attention to one another and to let go of the past and await a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. When we obey these commands by the Risen Christ, we will be an image of him to the world around us.
Jesus came bringing peace in the fullest sense of the word--forgiveness for sinners, healing for the sick--and not just for sinners and sick people like you! Maybe that's why the one who came in peace caused such an uproar.
Technology is great, but you can get too much of a good thing! In this podcast, find out why unplugging from your devices for a set period of time is good for your relationship with God.
What does it mean that God raised Jesus from the dead? What happens to us when we die? Do all dogs go to heaven? If you've ever asked these questions, you won't want to miss this episode of the FPC COMO podcast. Theologian Dr. George Stroup talks with Marvin Lindsay about the meaning of Easter.
Can't park your car in your garage? Spending money to store your stuff offsite? Find out why this might be a spiritual problem, and what you can do to solve it.
This FPC CoMO sermon of the week is based on 1 Samuel 3. It's about how to listen for the voice of God.
Should prayer be scripted or spontaneous? What should I do about distractions in prayer? Hear answers to these and other questions in this episode.
Associate Pastor Jon Reinink preaches the fourth sermon in a series on the Christian practice of Living in Community.
What do you need to say No to so that you can say Yes to Jesus Christ? Listen to Marvin's message on the spiritual practice of fasting. The sermon is based on Matthew 4:1-4, 6:16-18, and Acts 13:1-3.
For Ash Wednesday, Senior Pastor Marvin Lindsay preaches on 2 Corinthians 5:20-21. The sermon is about the union between Christ and the Christian.