First Roanoke Podcast: Recent Episodes

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The First Roanoke podcast is brought to you by the First Baptist Church of Roanoke, Virginia. Our mission is to Connect in Christ, to Lead Other to Him. We hope you enjoy growing in your faith through our weekly sermons and devotionals taught by our Pastor, Bryan Smith.

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This podcast is the first in our study on the Church in Laodicea found in Revelation 3, “How to Avoid Having a Bad Tasting Faith.”

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Have you heard the old saying, “We have met the enemy and it’s us?” In the Christian Life, sometimes our most persistent enemy of doing right is one old sin nature’s desire to do wrong. Today on Monday Matters we’ll listen to the words of encouragement given to us by the Apostle Paul who reminds us in Romans chapter 12 that your battle starts with you!

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Have you sometimes struggled with knowing how to persevere past a problem in your life? God tells us in the book of James that problems and trials are a natural part of the Christian life. Remember that God is still able to bring good things out of bad times.

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Every Christian is called to live a holy life unto the Lord but knowing and doing something can sometimes be a lot easier said than done. On today’s Monday Matters Podcast, we’ll look at how God’s children can learn to live lives that live out the blessing of putting God’s Will ahead of their own.

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In this episode we’re going to look at Chapter 11: “Holiness in Body” as well as Chapter 12: “Holiness in Spirit”

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With the start of another New Year comes the time for new goals and fresh starts as we hope to achieve success in those things that need to be improved in our lives. But far too often we waste the spending of our days on things that don’t last nor satisfy. Today on Monday Matters we’ll see what God says about how we can spend our new year wisely.

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The Bible says that as Christians we should train ourselves to be godly but often that’s easier said than done. In today’s Monday Matters Podcast, we will look at how we can develop personal discipline in our pursuit of holiness. 

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The Bible tells us that if we’re going live a holy life then we will need to take decisive action. Today on Monday Matters we’ll see how a Christian is able to do what other people can’t... put our sins to death by letting God’s Word be alive in us! 

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Psalm 126:5-6 (ESV).  “Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.

  1. Planting for the Harvest
  2. Provisions for the Harvest 3. Praises for the Harvest

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Proverbs 6:6-8 (NIV) Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! 7 It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, 8 yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.

  1. The Ways of the Wise [App.] The Wise Christian will not be Lazy.

  2. The Will of the Worker [App.] Remember Faithfulness is an Inside Out Experience.

  3. The Wealth of the Watchful [App.] The Reward ofResisting Procrastination

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“Ask the Lord for rain in the springtime; it is the LORD who sends the thunderstorms. He gives showers of rain to all people, and plants of the field to everyone.” - Zechariah 10:1 (NIV)

  1. GOD’S GOODNESS IS REVEALED IN THE RAIN [App.] Trust God for whatever your need is in life.

  2. GOD’S GOODNESS IS REVEALED IN THE STORMS [App.] Thank God for His goodness in the thunderstorms.

  3. GOD’S GOODNESS IS REVEALED IN THE FIELDS [App.] Ask God to help you plant good seeds in your life.

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Do you think the idea of Holiness is only for super religious people like ministers and missionaries? Well today on Monday Matters, Patrick Lawrence and Bryan Smith discuss why “Holiness is Not an Option” for every Christian as they continue with their study of Jerry Bridges classic work, “The Pursuit of Holiness.”

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Today we introduce Patrick Lawrence, our minister to Young Adults at First Roanoke. Together, Patrick and Pastor Bryan begin a multiple part study on "The Pursuit of Holiness" by Jerry Bridges.

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PSALM 46:1-2 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.

I. THE PERIL THAT WE FEAR II. THE PROBLEMS THAT WE FACE III. THE PROMISES THAT WE BELIEVE

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I. The Power of God’s Love For You. II. The Power of God’s Love Over You! III. The Power of God’s Love Through You!

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PART 3 OF THE SERIES "God is Love"

  1. God’s Love is Dependable. Application: When life is hard, I can still count on God to Love me no matter what happens to me!

  2. God’s Love is Personable. Application: God loves us and cares what happens to us; therefore, we should care for what happens to others too!

  3. God’s Love is Responsible.

The Amplified Bible, in 2 Corinthians 1:4, puts it this way: “[God] who comforts and encourages us in every trouble so that we will be able to comfort and encourage those who are in any kind of trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”

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Pastor Bryan Smith dives into how to be content in Christ!

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Join Pastor Bryan Smith for the second message in our series God is Love.

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The first message in our series God's Love.

1 John 4:7-11: 7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God. 8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him. 10 In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. 11 Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.

  1. The Reason Why We Believe God Is Love.
  2. The Difference God’s Love Makes in Our Lives.
  3. The Confidence We Gain From God's Love

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We’ve all heard the phrase, “Prayer Changes Things.” But the truth is even bigger than that because Prayer Changes You! Today is Part One (Part Two) of this important study on the most amazing ministry of all… the ministry of Prayer.

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Do you sometimes feel like things have sorta settled in your Christian life? Well on today's Monday Matters, we will see what the Apostle Paul said to the young in the faith, Timothy, about the importance of "stirring up" what needs to be "fanned into flames" again. Our study text is 2 Timothy 1:1-6.

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Today we will be studying the topic of Heaven, focusing on Psalm 23 "...and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever."

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Thanks for listening to "Monday Matters"! In this episode, we take a look at evidence in Scripture for the existence of God.

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The Bible is a wonderful help to guide us in how we live and in the way we relate to others. On this Monday Matters Podcast we’ll see how the Bible isn’t only the way we learn about God’s Will for our lives but also how we can personally live out God’s will each and everyday.

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When you think about wisdom what comes to your mind? Academic or Professional Accomplishments? Down home common sense? The Bible says the Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and respecting God always becomes personal for someone when they receive Jesus Christ into their heart and believe in Him. Today on Monday Matters we’ll hear part two of our study about The Wisdom of the Cross.

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When you think about wisdom what comes to your mind? Academic or Professional Accomplishments? Down home common sense? The Bible says the Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and respecting God always becomes personal for someone when they receive Jesus Christ into their heart and believe in Him. Today on Monday Matters we’ll hear part one of our two part study on The Wisdom of the Cross.

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  1. The DEMANDS of the RULERS
  2. The DECISION of the DISCIPLES
  3. The DOMINATION of the HOLY SPIRIT

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Acts 4:1-22

  1. Salvation is only found in Jesus!
  2. People Respond Differently to the Gospel.
  3. God’s Approval Always Matters Most.

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He Is Risen! Celebrate God's redeeming work through His Son Jesus Christ in this bible study on the angel's announcement and the Church's confession - "He is not here, He is Risen!"

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Easter is only a few days away. The announcement from the angel “He is risen!”  continues to reverberate in the hearts of every child of God throughout the world calling many to the saving work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Join us as we look at the resurrection of Jesus and prepare our hearts for Easter week.

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Acts 3:1-26 - 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.

4 And while staying[a] with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with[b] the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”

The Ascension 6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”

Matthias Chosen to Replace Judas 12 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day's journey away. 13 And when they had entered, they went up to the upper room, where they were staying, Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot and Judas the son of James. 14 All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.[c]

15 In those days Peter stood up among the brothers (the company of persons was in all about 120) and said, 16 “Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled, which the Holy Spirit spoke beforehand by the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide to those who arrested Jesus. 17 For he was numbered among us and was allotted his share in this ministry.” 18 (Now this man acquired a field with the reward of his wickedness, and falling headlong[d] he burst open in the middle and all his bowels gushed out. 19 And it became known to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the field was called in their own language Akeldama, that is, Field of Blood.) 20 “For it is written in the Book of Psalms,

“‘May his camp become desolate, and let there be no one to dwell in it’;

and

“‘Let another take his office.’

21 So one of the men who have accompanied us during all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us, 22 beginning from the baptism of John until the day when he was taken up from us—one of these men must become with us a witness to his resurrection.” 23 And they put forward two, Joseph called Barsabbas, who was also called Justus, and Matthias. 24 And they prayed and said, “You, Lord, who know the hearts of all, show which one of these two you have chosen 25 to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.” 26 And they cast lots for them, and the lot fell on Matthias, and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.

  1. A Request that Missed the Mark!
  2. A Response that Surprised the Beggar!
  3. A Result that Glorified the Lord!

a) Peter Testified to them about His Mission. b) Peter Explained to them about His Cross c) Peter Witnessed to them about His Gospel.

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Acts 2:40-47 : 40 And with many other words he bore witness and continued to exhort them, saying, “Save yourselves from this crooked generation.” 41 So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. 42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe[a] came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.

  1. They Received the Gospel.
  2. They were Devoted in their Fellowship.

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When things seem like a disaster to us and all hope is gone, God is still more than able to handle our problems in this life. In Part 3 of our study in Psalm 46, we are reminded that no matter what our challenges or struggles may look like to us, God is always every Christian’s Mighty Fortress.

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Acts 2:7-39: 7 And they were amazed and astonished, saying, “Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? 8 And how is it that we hear, each of us in his own native language? 9 Parthians and Medes and Elamites and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, 11 both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabians—we hear them telling in our own tongues the mighty works of God.” 12 And all were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, “What does this mean?” 13 But others mocking said, “They are filled with new wine.” 14 But Peter, standing with the eleven, lifted up his voice and addressed them: “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and give ear to my words. 15 For these people are not drunk, as you suppose, since it is only the third hour of the day.[a] 16 But this is what was uttered through the prophet Joel:

17 “‘And in the last days it shall be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams; 18 even on my male servants and female servants in those days I will pour out my Spirit, and they shall prophesy. 19 And I will show wonders in the heavens above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and vapor of smoke; 20 the sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the day of the Lord comes, the great and magnificent day. 21 And it shall come to pass that everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.’

22 “Men of Israel, hear these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with mighty works and wonders and signs that God did through him in your midst, as you yourselves know— 23 this Jesus,[b] delivered up according to the definite plan and foreknowledge of God, you crucified and killed by the hands of lawless men. 24 God raised him up, loosing the pangs of death, because it was not possible for him to be held by it. 25 For David says concerning him,

“‘I saw the Lord always before me, for he is at my right hand that I may not be shaken; 26 therefore my heart was glad, and my tongue rejoiced; my flesh also will dwell in hope. 27 For you will not abandon my soul to Hades, or let your Holy One see corruption. 28 You have made known to me the paths of life; you will make me full of gladness with your presence.’

29 “Brothers, I may say to you with confidence about the patriarch David that he both died and was buried, and his tomb is with us to this day. 30 Being therefore a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him that he would set one of his descendants on his throne, 31 he foresaw and spoke about the resurrection of the Christ, that he was not abandoned to Hades, nor did his flesh see corruption. 32 This Jesus God raised up, and of that we all are witnesses. 33 Being therefore exalted at the right hand of God, and having received from the Father the promise of the Holy Spirit, he has poured out this that you yourselves are seeing and hearing. 34 For David did not ascend into the heavens, but he himself says,

“‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at my right hand, 35 until I make your enemies your footstool.”’

36 Let all the house of Israel therefore know for certain that God has made him both Lord and Christ, this Jesus whom you crucified.”

37 Now when they heard this they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” 38 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”

  1. AN AMAZING MIRACLE
  2. AN ASTOUNDING MESSAGE
  3. AN AWESOME MESSIAH
  4. AN AWAKENING MOMENT

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As the war between Russia and Ukraine continues to rage in Eastern Europe and the scenes of death and destruction floods social media, fear of this war spreading to other nations continues to grow. In Part 2 of our study in Psalms 46, we’ll see that as Christians, we have a shelter in the midst of our turbulent times… the Lord our God.

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  1. We see mighty works of God through faith and obedience! Acts 2:1
  2. When the Spirit of God moves, anything is possible! Acts 2:2-4
  3. The Gospel is for people of every nation! Acts 2:5-6
  4. Wonders and movements of God always point people to Jesus! Acts 2:11-12

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Acts 1:12-26(ESV) : 12 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day's journey away. [about 3000 feet / a little over half-a-mile] 13 And when they had entered, they went up to the upper room, where they were staying, Peter and John and James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot and Judas the son of James. 14 All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and his brothers.[c] 15 In those days Peter stood up among the brothers (the company of persons was in all about 120) and said, 16 “Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled, [First time Peter quotes Scripture] which the Holy Spirit spoke beforehand by the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide to those who arrested Jesus. 17 For he was numbered among us and was allotted his share in this ministry.” 18 (Now this man acquired a field with the reward of his wickedness, and falling headlong[d] he burst open in the middle and all his bowels gushed out. 19 And it became known to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the field was called in their own language Akeldama, that is, Field of Blood.) 20 “For it is written in the Book of Psalms, “‘May his camp become desolate and let there be no one to dwell in it’; and “‘Let another take his office.’ 21 So one of the men who have accompanied us during all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us, 22 beginning from the baptism of John until the day when he was taken up from us—one of these men must become with us a witness to his resurrection.” 23 And they put forward two, Joseph called Barsabbas, who was also called Justus, and Matthias. 24 And they prayed and said, “You, Lord, who know the hearts of all, show which one of these two you have chosen 25 to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned aside to go to his own place.” 26 And they cast lots for them, and the lot fell on Matthias, and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.

  1. God Wants You to Know His Will. [AP] You can know God’s Will because He wants you to know it!

  2. Obeying God’s Will can still be Hard. [AP] You can do God’s Will no matter how hard it might seem to be.

  3. Remember You Can’t Rush God. [AP] Seeking God’s Will means being still and knowing God is over everything in your life.

  4. Knowing God’s Will Requires Faith. [AP] God wants you to put your faith to work.

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As we look at the fearful and heartbreaking violence of the war which Russia is waging against the people of Ukraine many are asking about how can we experience God’s Peace and Power in the midst of so much pain. In today’s study we will be looking at Psalm 46 and the idea and truth that no matter what we face in this life, God is still Our Mighty Fortress. This is the first lesson in a three part study on this wonderful and encouraging psalm.

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Acts 1:6–11 (ESV): 6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.”

  1. A Question Unanswered (AP) God promises the Holy Spirit so that we can live out Christ’s authority in our lives today.

  2. A Purpose Unequalled (AP) The Great Commission can only be accomplished in your life when you decide to surrender to the Person of the Holy Spirit in your life!

  3. A Miracle Unsurpassed (AP) As a Church we need to stay focused on our Mission, because until Jesus comes then our work still isn’t done!

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When one reads the book of Acts, then it quickly becomes apparent that the Early Church had a faith that was noticed by everyone who was around them. In today’s study taken from 1 Peter, we’ll see how our faith will be noticed by others when we have a reverential fear for the Lord in our hearts.

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Acts 1:1-5 (ESV): 1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.4 And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”

  1. Undeniable Proofs [AP] The Resurrection of Christ gives us Hope for Today and Forever!

  2. Unexpected Plan [AP] One of the most important lessons a Christian can learn is how to wait on the Lord and seek Him in prayer.

  3. Unimagined Power [AP] Its not more of the Holy Spirit that is needed by believers, but more believers giving themselves to the Holy Spirit!

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  1. Asked: (James 4:2b)
  2. Not for Show: (Matthew 6:5-6)
  3. Scriptural: (Psalm 86:11)
  4. Worshipful: (Psalm 95:6-8a)
  5. Earnest: (Acts 12:5)
  6. Righteous: (James 4:1-3; Proverbs 15:29)

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Have you ever struggled to forget something? In Philippians 3:12-14, the Apostle Paul teaches us how we can learn to let go of the bad stuff in our lives and thus avoid the bondage of resentment and bitterness. We hope you’ll be blessed by this two-part study.

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Psalm 27:8 (ESV): When You said, ‘Seek My face,’ my heart said to You, ‘Your face, LORD, I will seek.”

  1. Your Practice of Habitual Prayer (a) The Habit of Self-Discipline. (b) The Habit of Spiritual Discipleship. (c) The Habit of Sanctification. (AP) Prayer isn’t just supposed to be an Emergency Call but a Way of Life and a daily Habit of a Heart in Love with God.

  2. Your Practice of Fasting Prayer. (a) The Meaning of Fasting. (b) The Method of Fasting. (c) The Message of Fasting. (AP) Are you holding onto temporary things at the expense of having eternal things?

  3. Your Practice of Revival Prayer. (a) The Reason for Revival. When a church experiences true revival then it is always a gift from God in accordance with His plan. (b) The Results of Revival. (AP) Your practice of prayer should include calling out to God for revival in your life, family, church, nation.

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With so many burdens and pressures in this world, join Bryan Smith as he dives into part 2 of Finding Peace in a restless world.

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With so many burdens and pressures in this world, join Bryan Smith as he dives into finding Peace in a restless world.

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John 15:7-8 (ESV): If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8 By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.

  1. God is our Greatest Revelation. (a) He has revealed the Mystery of His Gospel. (b) He has revealed the Majesty of His Glory. (c) He has Revealed the Miracle of His Grace. (AP) Prayer needs to be your priority because of how God has revealed Himself to you.

  2. God is our Greatest Resource. (a) God is our Greatest Resource in His Person. (b) God is our Greatest Resource in His Presence. (c) God is our Resource in His Power. (AP) We will never have a need too big for God to meet in our lives when we seek Him in prayer.

  3. God is our Greatest Relationship. (a) A Relationship that’s Undeserved and Unbreakable. (b) A Relationship that’s Unequalled and Unlimited. (AP) Because we have a personal relationship with God, Prayer isn’t just about changing things but it’s also about changing us!

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From the series Reignite Prayer.

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Join Bryan Smith as we continue to discuss A New Start for a New Year!

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From the series Reignite Prayer.

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Join Pastor Bryan for another episode of Monday Matters.

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From our Christmas Series, The Messiah.

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As you begin your week, join Pastor Bryan Smith as we get ready to jump into another new year!

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From our Christmas Series, The Messiah.

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Marry Christmas! In this episode, Pastor Bryan teaches from Isaiah 9:2-6 where we learn about God’s Christmas Promise to the whole world

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Enjoy this message from Pastor Bryan, Patrick Lawrence, Nelson Joway, and Anthony Talley as we dive into what the Messiah meant to so many people.

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Join Pastor Bryan in this weeks devotional!

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From our Christmas series, Messiah.

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Join Pastor Bryan in today's devotional!

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Have you noticed how the phrase, “Love Not Hate” has been politicized?  We see all kinds of political action groups marching and protesting for their particular position and often doing so while saying the most hateful things but carrying signs that say, “Love Not Hate.”  But when you read the Bible then you’ll see that God has called Christians to show the world a different kind of love.

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From the Series "Summer Psalms. Join Pastor Bryan as we dive into Psalms 1.

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If you attend a local church or listen to sermons on a podcast or tv then you’ve probably heard the phrase, “God Answers Prayer.”  But what does that mean? Does God always answer all prayers? Or when you pray, do you really believe that’s God hears you when you pray and that He will answer you?  In John’s Gospel we find some very helpful teachings about what it means for God to answer our prayers.

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From the Series "Summer Psalms. Join Pastor Bryan as we dive into Psalms 1.

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If you attend a local church or listen to sermons on a podcast or tv then ou’ve probably heard the phrase, “God Answers Prayer.”  But what does that mean? Does God always answer all prayers? Or when you pray, do you really believe that’s God hears you when you pray and that He will answer you?  In John’s Gospel we find some very helpful teachings about what it means for God to answer our prayers.

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From the Series "Summer Psalms. Join Pastor Bryan as we dive into Psalms 145

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Have you thought about how many things in this world there are to learn? But of all there is to know, what things should be at the top of your list?  Jesus made it crystal clear to his disciples about what should come first in life when it comes to the things we should seek.  In today’s study, we’ll learn what Jesus meant when he said to his disciples, “Seek First the Kingdom of God.”

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From the Series "Summer Psalms. Join Pastor Bryan as we lean into Psalms 27.

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Join Pastor Bryan as we discuss Finding God's Will for Your Life!

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From the Series "Summer Psalms." Join Pastor Bryan as we lean into Psalms 42.

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Join Pastor Bryan as we discuss God's Love for Us!

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From the Series "Summer Psalms." Listen in as Pastor Bryan discusses Past Blessings, Present Petitions, and Future Promises.

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Start your week off right by diving into scripture with Pastor Bryan!

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Start your week off right! Join Pastor Bryan as we lean into Hebrews 11!

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What should we do when we struggle as Christians? Listen in today as Pastor Bryan answers that question from Romans chapter ten.

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Jump in to our devotional today from Psalm 90!

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Todays devotional comes from the first chapter of second Peter. The Bible is filled with many wonderful promises from God. Let's learn how we discern if a promise is for us, or for a specific people from the biblical time period. Either way, God's promises are ALWAYS kept. We hope you enjoy todays episode!

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Join us today for as Pastor Bryan digs into the book of Judges as we take a look at the story of Gideon.

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Pastor Bryan's devo today comes from Luke 15 and the parable of the lost sheep. Listen in as we remember the faithful love of Jesus not will never let us go!

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We know as believers that Jesus makes all things new! Todays devo comes from 2 Corinthians 5:14-17. Listen in!

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The loving sacrifice of Jesus has made it possible for believers to have victory over sin and death! Listen in today as Pastor Bryan unpacks how we can have victory in Jesus!

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Grief is hard. Thankfully as believers in Jesus we can always trust in our Lord to see us through. Listen in today as Pastor Bryan shares about how we can find bridges over our seasons of grief.

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How important is the Holy Spirit to us as believers? We believe that if you have a relationship with Jesus than the Holy Spirit if God within us! Listen in a Pastor Bryan shares about The Holy Spirit in todays episode.

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Join Pastor Bryan today as he shares from Acts 3. When it comes to serving in God's ministry, all of us are bankrupt apart from Christ. Let's dig in as we learn about pointing people back to the One who makes ministry possible.

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Join us today as Pastor Bryan dives into I John 4:7, as we learn about what it looks like to love others as Jesus did.

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Today's episode Pastor Bryan unpacks Proverbs 17:22 and talks about how to look beyond your circumstances and find the true joy that comes from the Lord.

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Tune in as Pastor Bryan Smith shares a devotional every Monday!