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There are some questions that need to be asked in order for us to discern whether these traits Paul sets out for Church Overseers should be indicative of a person's character and lifestyle rather than legislative.
It's a controversial topic in the church but it seems possible for there to be a healthy approach to the topic. See what you think!
Paul describes the role of an overseer as a good work or a noble task. This is a trustworthy saying! As Pastor Tim begins an exegesis of 1 Timothy 3, he parallels it with the role of a mum with it being Mother's Day.
This message talks about a lot of facets regarding the local church. Ultimately, it asks the question - Should all Christians be a member of a local church?
This week we talk about Judgement, which Paul addresses briefly midway through Romans 14. Pastor Tim takes some time to discuss what judgement may entail, while asking the important question of whether you're ready to face it.
We are launching a new ministry at Fraser Coast Baptist this week! It will be an extension of the food pantry we currently have and will be more intentional about how we go about supporting those in Hervey Bay, who are struggling with affording the basic necessities of life.
Paul deals with issues within the 1st century church and it's amazing how 2000 years later, generally the same issue is around today. How are we to deal with people who think differently to us when it comes to doctrines that are non-salvific and practices that aren't sin?
PS. Please excuse the brief technological failure just before the 19 minute mark. Lasts for about 2 minutes.
Paul now turns the Christian's attitude and behaviour from not just the government but towards everyone we come across in society, namely our neighbour. May we be Christians whose outside behaviour always matches the inward reality that makes us a child of God!
It's a question that needs to be answered as we reflect on the last few years in Australia and maybe the future.
After studying Romans 12:21, it's an important question to answer when you read about overcoming in Revelation.
Paul concludes Romans 12 with practical issues surrounding the Christian's behaviour when it comes to outsiders, particularly those who endeavour to cause us havoc and sometimes even harm. All too often we become overcome by this evil. This message reminds us that we have the power to overcome and Pastor Tim encourages us how to utilise that power.
What would it be like if every believer at Fraser Coast Baptist Church did what Paul instructs here in Romans 12? One could just imagine!
Ask Me Anything - this is a question that has been asked as Fraser Coast Baptist Church is looking to change their constitution when it comes to church membership.
The Apostle Paul uses the analogy of a human body to represent the church. The question to answer is which body part are you? In other words, what role does God desire you to play in fulfilling the Great Commission through your local congregation? Everyone has a role to play! Some are big and some are little. Therefore, whatever gift God has given you to live out your role, the plea from Paul is to use it.
We have one simple instruction in Romans 12:2 but how many times do we follow it? Maybe this is the reason we struggle so much with sin or getting distracted with the things of this world.
We begin Romans chapter 12 with what it truly means to worship Jesus. But what is our motivation in presenting ourselves a living sacrifice and how often do we actually do it?
Paul concludes this chapter with a doxology. Check out how much application can be applied to our lives just through these few verses that Paul devotes to glorifying God.
Does God have a plan for the Jews? We believe so and these next few verses of Romans 11 gives us some insight into what they are.
This is the first of three messages in a sermon series on 5 truths that show we are fearfully and wonderfully made. You will see that these truths turn into purposes that God wants us to fulfil here on earth. The question to ask yourself is are you balancing all 5 truths/purposes in your life right now?
Resurrection Sunday sermon at Fraser Coast Baptist Church paralleling the significance of Christ's resurrection with our new resurrected heart. Here are ten truths you need to know about who you are as a child of God. The dare feeds off the question, "What are you going to do about it?"
Understanding this passage of Scripture, which Paul is writing to the church in Rome, would help you in accurately interpreting the verse found in Revelation 3:16.
It's a question that is so confronting, so vast in nature and so puzzling at times; however, Pastor Tim does his best to present his perspective, trying to answer it from both a natural and moral evil standpoint. The other important aspect in answering this question is to present the answer from both a non-believer's perspective as well as a believer's one. Pastor Tim endeavours to do both within this message. We hope this message encourages you and causes you to reflect on what God may be doing through your suffering.
Steve Muller is a guest speaker with Creation Ministries International as well as pastoring Gladstone Home Church, working as a teacher during the week and perfecting his craft as a sketch artist in his spare time. This sermon was preached at Fraser Coast Baptist Church and reveals the truth about what actually happened to the dinosaurs.
We know turning lemons into lemonade is an old adage used to turn bad situations into good ones but do we ever realise as Christians that God has done it through His people all throughout history and He continues to do it with us. This message by Pastor Tim helps us be reminded of our preciousness to God and challenges us to reflect on the motivation we have to serve Him.
We begin Chapter 11 with Paul reminding his Jewish audience that God has not rejected His people. In this message, the following topics are covered: The doctrine of Replacement Theology, lessons from Elijah, how works can have no place with grace, the application of living by grace along and the ways in which blessings can actually be a snare for some if we're not careful.
Pastor Tim presents his answer for the meaning of life - fulfilling 5 purposes God has for His creation.
Engaging with Others is the major focus for 2023 at FCBC and the way we'll attempt to fulfil this significant purpose of the church is through connecting to a small group. Listen to Pastor Tim as he explains the reasons being part of a small group is so vital for not just our own spiritual growth but each other's as well.
Listen to Peter Adkin as he expounds on what it means to be established and grounded in the love of Christ.
This is a message aimed at preparing the hearts of Fraser Coast Baptist Church to minister in 2023.
The question of why Israel does not recognise Jesus as the Messiah is answered in the summation of Romans chapter ten. In this message, you'll cover topics such as faith, evangelism, rejection of the gospel, the importance of the good news being concise, and the excuses Israel makes to why they reject the true Messiah. The final verse of this chapter also reveals some bafflingly inconsistencies with the Calvinistic doctrine.
Verse 9 seems to indicate that there are two conditions for salvation but is that true? Hasn't Paul been teaching salvation is by faith alone. Pastor Tim explores why confession of the mouth is included in this passage. Also talked about in this message are topics of Compatibilism, the faith spoken about by Paul vs the faith spoken about by James in chapter 2 of his epistle, Disillusionment, and the Day of the Lord.
This is Part 1 of a 2-part message on Romans 10:9 that is commonly used to teach a certain doctrine called Lordship Salvation - a doctrine which changes the gospel.
Please accept our apologies with the clipping. Chapter 10 begins with grappling with the conflict the Jews had between law and grace. Funny enough, a couple of thousand years later, the church is still grappling with this conflict. The hope is that through this message, you'll realise the simplicity or ease of becoming right with God. He's done all the hard work - please don't feel like you have to add to it. Just accept it!
This is the final instalment of messages on Romans 9 where Paul sums up his thoughts and answers the Jewish objectors of his time with Scripture.
Pastor Tim presents a Calvinistic interpretation of Romans 9 and explains 3 big inconsistencies with it. The third is explored in verse 22 when it comes to asking why God is needing to be patient with vessels of dishonour that are prepared for destruction.
A common interpretation of this popular analogy is that the clay does not have any input into how the Potter moulds it. But is that really the case?
The accusation is that there is injustice with God...but why? It may not be what you think!
This would probably be one of, if not, the most controversial verse in the whole of the Bible but it doesn't have to be. Pastor Tim expounds this verse and gives us an interpretation that doesn't have be controversial. He also goes further and reconciles the love of God with His hatred towards the wicked. Can He express both at the same time? You decide!
The answer to this question is really the dividing line that separates the two primary interpretations of this passage. Is Paul using this reference of Jacob and Esau to tell his audience that God has chosen one for salvation and the other to damnation OR is Paul telling his audience that God chose to use one for His purposes and not the other. Pastor Tim explains why the latter is the most logical conclusion to draw from these few verses and the application we can draw from it.
It's a question that people are afraid to ask because it implies God is reactionary and that is not the case because our Heavenly Father is an omniscient God. He is unable to react to anything because He already knows what is going to happen. But the contention lies within God's decisions and it's an important question to ask as it reflects the accuracy of God's sovereignty and character.
The most important message on Romans 9 is this one as every interpretation of this chapter hinges on the interpretation of this verse and the promise that God has for Israel. You may need to listen to this one twice!
For one of the most hated nations in the world, we seem to sometimes lose track of why Israel is so special. These few verses cover the characteristics of what makes them so special in God's eyes. The marvellous thing to take from it is that we personally get to experience each of these characteristics through Jesus.
Paul begins chapter nine of Romans with a love for his fellow Jews, who are lost in their sins. This is a measure of love we could all strive to have for the lost ones around us. Hence, are you ready for a checkup in regards to your priorities in this world?
We finally come to the end of Romans chapter 8. Paul's convinced of eternal security - are you?
This is the first time in Romans Paul uses the word, 'elect'. It means to choose so what exactly is the doctrine of election? Pastor Tim may open up your mind on this subject. More importantly though, who can accuse us of not being good enough for God? Absolutely nobody because it's Jesus Who justifies us.
Do you believe wholeheartedly God is for you? What about in those times of life when things are not going right? This message is bound to encourage you and reinforce your belief that God is good and that He always has your best interests at His heart. Moreover, you will gain a deeper understanding of why God allows suffering in this world which is one of the most popular questions people have today.
There are two primary interpretations to this passage but in this message, Pastor Tim argues that another interpretation may be more plausible. The question to ask is why Paul addresses these "links of redemption" and the hint is given in the previous verse.
This is one of the most popular verses for a Christian to not just memorise, but to live by. We have all clung on to this verse many a time in our lives when we wonder what God is doing. Where we wonder if God knows what He is doing. It all comes down to fulfilling God's ultimate purpose in our lives. Do you know God's ultimate purpose for your life?
Is it just us that are groaning in this world, waiting for our glorification? We'll find out that the answer to that question is no and discover the who or what and more importantly, the why of all these groanings.
The work that God has begun in you, He will complete it. This is called our glorification and Pastor Tim seems to interpret the Apostle, Paul, transitioning the topic of chapter 8 into this marvellous hope that we have. Of course, we reflect on our suffering but how do we actually suffer with Christ?
Adoption would have been a foreign concept to the Jew when it comes to being part of God's family. We have a privilege of calling the Creator of the Universe our Abba Father. And of course with adoption, comes the legal right to inherit everything that the other children inherit. In the spiritual realm, we inherit the same as Jesus Christ - everything! Pastor Tim unpacks this phenomenal truth in today's message.
It's a question that everyone needs to ask and it's actually a great question to ask someone if you're concerned over their salvation. Having the Holy Spirit living in you decides on whether you're saved or not. Pastor Tim gives some practical advice to answer this question and bring affirmation and confirmation to your identity.
Pastor Tim helps us distinguish between what it means to be in the flesh vs in the Spirit. The goal is to better understand our identity in Christ and that we can only be one and not both. Please accept our apologies on the poor quality at the start of the message. Unfortunately, we had minor technical difficulties but thankfully, the quality improves throughout.
There are two main laws in the spiritual world and one is superior to the other. That's of course the Law of Life - the law that determines that you are free from condemnation if you are in Christ Jesus. Pastor Tim uses these few verses to explain Christianity 101. Please accept our apologies for the poor quality of this audio. Evidently, we had technical difficulties on the day.
Pastor Tim reminds the church of its vision, mission and values. With that comes some insight into what FCBC is looking to achieve in 2022.
Are we saints or are we sinner-saints? Pastor Tim address this important question as he continues to expound on why he's convinced Paul is talking about when he was a Jewish unbeliever. This message will not just help you grasp a stronger understanding of what Paul is trying to say but will enable you to understand more of your identity - who you are in Christ - and more significantly, help you understand Who God is and the kind love He has for us all.
We come to the part of the chapter where there seems to be two sides to the debate of whether this is Paul writing as a Jew to those "who know the Law" or whether this is an expression of his lamentations over his sin as a believer. Pastor Tim presents both views and explains why this passage has to be a testimony of Paul's, when he was trying to please the Lord under the Law.
Paul tackles another objection to this teaching of grace where it would have been Jews questioning whether the law of God was sin. Paul's response is again one of divine revelation in that it is sin that works through the law that causes us to stumble and fall short of the glory of God. Remember to keep on asking the question, "When does Paul stop addressing those who know the law?"
Pastor Tim urges us to take special note of who Paul addresses in chapter 7 of Romans - those who know the law. Those with a Jewish heritage are on his mind and it is key to figure out when he stops addressing them as it solves the dilemma on wondering whether this chapter is a testimony of Paul's or it's a confession of his struggle with sin as a believer. Time will tell what Pastor Tim's conclusion is on this scholarly debate.
This message concludes chapter 6 of Romans where Pastor Tim is convinced Paul is writing to his audience to choose wisely on how they live their life. The infamous verse 23 ends this powerful passage, which reminds us to choose life rather than death. We know that eternal death cannot touch the believer but does that mean death cannot touch them in other ways if they choose to go back to the life they are now ashamed of?
You're either a slave of sin or a slave of righteousness. Which one do you want to be? If you're the latter, what does that actually mean? Pastor Tim delves into the Word in order to answer that question.
How do you approach your struggles with sin? This message aims to provide practical advice with the goal of having your outside match what's on the inside.
It's a question that is on the rise and one that we should not allow the church to be divided on. Unity is powerful tool and unfortunately, Satan is winning at dividing churches on this issue. Pastor Tim uses this message to help Christians realise that this should not be a divisive issue regardless on where you stand.
This is a term we use quite often to define a genuine Christian but do we actually know what it means. Better yet, are we able to clearly articulate what it means to a non-believer? Listen to this message and see if you agree. Then go out and practise explaining it in a clear and concise manner without using any Christianese jargon. May Pastor Tim's explanation help you in doing that!
This message will give a biblical and clear answer to what exactly is the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This is a doctrine that many Protestant churches disagree on. It's helpful to know the answer to this question as it gives us a clearer picture of who we are in Christ.
This message by Pastor Tim serves as an introductory sermon for Romans 6. It is significant for us to know that we have died in order to live. However, what part of us actually dies?
We hope you'll be impressed by this message by Pastor Tim as he relates the current state of our society and all that is going wrong with this world with the second half of Romans chapter 5. When you hear of people changing the world, a name like Thomas Edison might come to mind as his invention has changed the lives of many in the world. However, we have two men mentioned in this passage that have literally changed the world for absolutely everyone in this world. One for good and the other for bad. It's the 1st Adam vs the 2nd Adam. By God's grace, the One for good has overpowered and is able to reverse everything done by the first Adam in your life.
How does character produce hope? Hopefully, this question is answered but more importantly, the response is one that has the desire or willingness to have more hope. This thought-provoking message will cause you to confront your actions and attitudes head-on, as you contemplate what it actually means to mature in Christ.
We begin chapter 5 with exploring the main perks and benefits of this faith that we have in the Lord Jesus Christ. More than likely, we don't really get excited about these perks because we don't fully comprehend what they mean. Pastor Tim determines to change all that in your mind. Hopefully, your heart has already been changed where you have received these benefits. If not, may it be changed today after you hear this message.
What's in a name? When you know the meaning of Abram and then later Abraham's name, one can easily see how it was faith that saved him and not anything he did. The conclusion to draw out of this chapter is to ask the question, "Are we saved by grace, the law or both?" If you're contemplating between the last two, we encourage you to listen to Pastor Tim as he expounds on the final verses of Romans chapter four.
We begin chapter 4 where Paul turns to an illustration to prove his point of God's righteousness being imputed to us by faith and faith alone. Who else would be the prime candidate for this illustration other than the father of the Jews, Abraham. Can you say that you are blessed today in the fact that the Lord will not take into account any of your sins? Just like he did with Abraham and anyone who puts their faith in Jesus Christ.
We finally get into the good news again as the third chapter of Romans concludes. People all over the world from every Religion are trying to climb the rope to make themselves approved unto God. The moral of the story is to "let go" as nothing you can do will be enough. You'll always fall short of the height you're trying to climb. Let go and allow Jesus to get you there!
Paul sums up his argument of everyone being guilty of falling short of God's righteousness by referencing Scripture - the best defence. Near the end of this passage, it's concluded that every mouth will be stopped. In other words, no one can have a defence when it comes to living up to God's standard. When our Creator asks, "How do you plead?". Everyone has to respond, "Guilty, your Honour!" This is the first step in coming to faith in Christ.
Chapter 3 begins with the most common objections Paul was receiving in his day when it came to faith in Jesus Christ, particularly from a Jewish standpoint. Interestingly enough, these objections are still used by people today, namely Atheists. Just shows how relevant the Word of God will always be through the ages - past, present and future.
Pastor Tim concludes the second chapter of Romans as he delves into the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Religionist - someone who is trying to make themselves approved by God from what they do. You'll find out that being a Jew is important to God but still not enough to escape Judgement on the Day of the Lord. Everyone is in the same boat!
Our guest speaker, Neil Folling, continues on the road through Romans, looking at verses 11 to 16 in the 2nd chapter.
There's an interesting verse in this passage that receives many interpretations. You may have read through this passage multiple times and wondered what Paul is trying to say. See if you agree with Pastor Tim's interpretation and compare to what you've heard in the past. It may give you a fresh new insight into the reason Paul says such things. Whatever the case may be though, it's clear that we all have a choice to either remain as sinners in the hands of an angry God or choose Jesus Who makes us saints in the arms of a loving Father.
We begin Chapter 2 where Paul puts the focus on another type of person, who we find out is without excuse as well when it comes to God's judgement. This person is of course the Moralist, the one who thinks they're better than anyone else and because of their self-righteousness, they also think they will escape God's judgement. This message will ultimately try to help us find the most effective way to witness to these kinds of people - to help them realise that even if they were the most perfect person on earth, they will never be "good enough" when it comes to pleasing God.
This passage concludes the first chapter of Romans and what a passage it is. Pastor Tim does an exceptional job, firstly expounding the repeated phrases of God giving them over to these evil desires. Secondly, the issue of homosexuality is dealt with and balanced alongside these other list of sins Paul writes about. Remember, the point is not which sin is worse than the other but that everyone is guilty before a holy God.
For news to be good, there has to be bad news. This is where Paul gets into the reality of everyone needing to hear the good news.
The last three characteristics of the Gospel of Jesus Christ are found in these remaining verses of Paul's introduction to the Romans. We'll find that the Good News is for everyone, it's the power of God and the wonderful truth that it produces righteousness in all who believe.
Pastor Tim does his best to describe the Gospel that Paul is proclaiming to the Romans. He knows he won't do it justice but he hopes to explain 6 key characteristics of this Good News Paul writes about in the following verses. Three will be explored this week and the final three next week.
This is the first message of our series called, "Road through Romans." As we begin our study through the book of Romans, Pastor Tim gives a bit of bio on Paul and how we can learn from the three characteristics he lists in verse 1 of chapter 1. Tim believes that you'll gain a deeper understanding of Romans if you know and understand the man behind who is writing this letter to the Christians in Rome.
This episode from Season 2 of Jesus, the Game Changer focussed on Bible Translators and the marvellous work they've done and continue to do in making the Bible available in every single language here on the earth. However, Pastor Tim took the liberty of preaching a practical message on how to study your Bible. We're given instructions to read and meditate on it daily but is there a method out there that can help us effectively get the most out of God's Word?
This is the second half to Part 3 of this series, where we continue to talk about the issue of persecution. We concluded from last week that the outcome of the apostle's attitude towards persecution was that they perceived their Christian walk as a battlefield. Paul enforces the reality of this context in Ephesians 6. This message talks about persecution in the church today - that it's a present reality and a future challenge.
Looking at today, it's obvious the 1st Church had a lot of influence in the world. This message will look into the reasons the church grew against all odds and the challenge it has for us today.
This message looks into how the apostles responded to persecution and presents three reasons why they could have had the attitude found in Acts 5 where they rejoiced for being counted worthy to suffer shame for the name of Jesus.
This is the first of six messages that kicks off the series called, "Jesus, the Game Changer Season 2." The theme of this series will be making Jesus' last words, here on earth just before He ascends into Heaven, our first priority. This first message gives an introduction for the listeners and reminds us of the Christian's purpose here on earth.
This is Part 4 of the series which we are going through called, "The Significance of Communion." This message was an exciting one to preach as we explored what it would have been like to be there on that night when Jesus transformed the Passover Meal into the Lord's Table. Many things happened that night, which we get into near the beginning of the message but this 'transition' was only able to be performed by God Himself as He ordained the initiation of the Passover; therefore, He was the one to end it. The Transition will hopefully allow you to realise that Jesus needed to have the Passover Meal in order to allow us to partake of the Lord's Supper from that moment onwards.
We now enter the passage where Jesus declares those famous words that one of the disciples will betray him. This message looks more into the what it would have been like to be at the Passover Meal with Jesus and explores into the life of Judas Iscariot, answering the top five questions people have about Judas.
This is part two of the Significance of Communion. Planned to a Tee explores how the crucifixion of Jesus was planned to a tee in that every prophecy was fulfilled even to the exact timing of His death. The message ultimately seeks to answer the question, "How did Jesus have the Passover meal with His disciples as well as being the Passover Lamb?"
This message kicks off a new series called, "The Significance of Communion". Matthew 26:17-19 is the text used to set the scene, going all the way back to Exodus 12, which describes the reason Jews celebrate the Feast of Unleavened Bread and the Passover. We then look at the preparation involved in getting ready to have the Passover meal.
This is the final message of the series, "Psalms of the Promised One." A verse by verse exposition of Psalm 8. The second Adam will restore everything that the first Adam lost. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has cut this series short.
This is Part 3 of the series, which we've called, "Psalms of the Promised One." This message takes an expository look at Psalm 16 as it refers to the resurrection of Jesus Christ referenced in Acts 2:25-27 by Peter and Acts 13 by Paul.
This is Part 2 of the Psalms of the Promised One series, which is entitled, "The Great Trilogy." It's a topical sermon that focusses on Psalms 22, 23 & 24, looking into Jesus as being the good Shepherd, the great Shepherd and the chief Shepherd.
This is Part 1 of a sermon series called, "Psalms of the Promised One" which looks into the Messianic Psalms. That is the Psalms that reference the Messiah, the Anointed One...the Promised One. This message looks at Psalm 2, which is entitled, "The Kingdom Established."
If you want to hear the heart of Pastor Tim as he shepherds the flock at Fraser Coast Baptist Church into a new decade, have a listen to this message he presented at our Vision Sunday for 2020. We welcome you to come along in person on a Sunday service at 10:15am on Urraween Rd, Hervey Bay, if you feel God leading you to play a role in our journey towards actively living out God's design for our lives.
Stewart Pieper is the Director of QB Services for Queensland Baptists and the grandson of founding members, Reg and Eunice Pieper. He willingly donated his own time and resources to travel up to Hervey Bay from Brisbane to officiate Pastor Tim's commissioning and be our guest speaker for the service. We thank Stewart for his ministry and the great message he preached that morning entitled, "Chosen for a Purpose." We hope you enjoy listening to it on this podcast as much as we enjoyed listening to it live.
Part 2 of our Parables sermon series as we look at the parable of the soils/sower/seed.