First Baptist Church (Montgomery, AL): Recent Episodes
First Baptist Church Montgomery
This week, our Minister to Students brings a message from Psalm 84 reminding us there is No Better Place to Be than in the presence of the Lord.
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In this message, you will discover:
The Power of Proclamation: Why Jesus is the only name worth proclaiming and how our personal experience with Him fuels our witness [00:03:03].
The Importance of Warning & Teaching: Why sharing the truth of God’s Word is the ultimate act of love, and how to stay humble enough to receive guidance ourselves [00:09:50].
The Journey to Maturity: Moving beyond perfectionism to spiritual maturation. Learn how God "chisels away" the sin in our lives to reveal the masterpiece within [00:13:13].
Toil & Struggle vs. God’s Energy: Understanding the balance between our hard work in discipleship and the supernatural energy Christ provides to do His will [00:21:14].
Sermon Highlights:
[00:01:25] – The Mystery Revealed: Christ in You.
[00:05:30] – The same power that raised Jesus from the dead dwells in YOU.
[00:10:06] – The "Good Doctor" Illustration: Why truth-telling is essential for healing.
[00:14:36] – Michelangelo’s "David" and the process of spiritual chiseling.
[00:22:38] – The inexhaustible riches of God’s grace.
Are you ready to grow?
Join us as we learn how to rest in the peace of God, move from anger to patience, and find victory over the struggles of this world through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Pastor Emeritus Jay Wolf: Discover your S.H.A.P.E. for serving the Savior & Do It
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F.O.C.U.S. = Faithfully Obeying Christ Unconditionally Surrendered | Jay Wolf | Hebrews 12:1-2
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Examine Mark 8:11-21 and discover Jesus' response when the Pharisees demanded a sign.
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Join Ryan Gray in the book of Ruth and discover how you can go from tragedy to triumph.
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Examine Mark 8:1-10 and see how Jesus fed the multitudes again.
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Examine 2 Timothy 4:1-5 and learn to seek truth through God's Word.
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Examine 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 and discover how God's grace is sufficient.
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Examine Mark 7:31-37 and discover Jesus' miracle.
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Examine Mark 7:24-30 and discover the Syrophoenician Woman's Faith.
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Examine Mark 7:13-23 and discover how your actions and attitudes point to your heart condition.
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Examine Mark 6:53 - 7:13 and discover how the Pharisees elevated tradition over Scripture.
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Examine Mark 6:45-52 and discover Jesus walking on water.
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Examine Mark 6:30-44 and discover how Jesus fed the five thousand.
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Join Mark in Mark 5:30-34 and discover Jesus' compassion.
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Join Mark in Mark 6:11-29 and examine the legacy of John the Baptist.
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Join Mark in Mark 6:1-13 and discover how Jesus being rejected and sending out the disciples.
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Join Mark in Mark 5:21-43 and learn how to allow your "but God" to move us forward in faith!
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Join Mark in Mark 5:1-20 and discover Jesus' encounter with Legion.
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Join Mark in Mark 4:35-41 and discover how Jesus calms a storm.
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Join Kenny in Luke 10:25-37 and examine the story of the Good Samaritan and learn how to be a neighbor.
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Join Mark in Mark 4:21-34 and discover how a faithful listener becomes a faithful disciple.
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Join Mark in Mark 4:1-20 and examine the parable of the sower so that you can hold the Word fast, have a humble heart, and bear fruit with patience.
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Join Mark in Acts 8:26-40 and identify your one.
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Join Mark in Mark 3:20-35 and discover how Jesus casts out demons and how to be a part of God's family.
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Join Mark in Mark 3:7-19 and discover how Jesus handles the great crowds and a great few.
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Join Mark in John 20:19-31 and let peace be with you because it is finished!
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Join Mark in John 12:12-19 and let Palm Sunday point you to Jesus.
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Join Mark in Mark 3:1-6 and examine Jesus and the Pharisees on the Sabbath.
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Join Mark in Mark 2:23-28 and discover the blessings of sabbath rest.
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Join Mark in Mark 2:18-22 and discover why Christians should fast.
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Join Mark in Mark 2:18-22 and discover how to take the Gospel with you.
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Join Mark in Mark 2:1-12 and discover the faith of the friends.
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Join Mark in Mark 1:40-45 and rejoice in your cleansing.
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Join Mark in Mark 1:29-39 and discover how Jesus restores, retreats, prays, and preaches.
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Join Mark in mark 1:21-28 and discover the man with an unclean spirit.
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Join Mark in Mark 1:16-20 and learn how to become a fisher of men.
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Join Mark in Mark 1:9-15 and discover the baptism, temptation, and beginning of Jesus' ministry.
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Join Mark in Mark 1:1-8 and discover the beginning of the Gospel.
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Join Russell in Mark 9:14-26 and discover how to deal with doubt.
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Join Mark in Psalm 1 and discover how to be blessed in 2021.
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Join Mark in John 3:16-19 and discover the why of Christmas.
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Join Mark in Luke 2:8-10 and discover the Christmas story through the eyes of the shepherds.
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Join Dr. Paul Chitwood, president of the IMB, in Isaiah 58:6 and discover why you are here.
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Join Mark in Philippians 4:10-23 and discover how to have contentment in all situations.
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Join Mark in Philippians 4:8-9 and discover how to have peace in your life.
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Join Mark in Philippians 4:4-7 and discover the pathway to peace.
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Join Mark in Philippians 4:1-3 and discover Paul's encouragement to stand firm.
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Join Mark in 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 and discover the heart of stewardship.
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Remember your heavenly citizenship. Join Mark in Philippians 3:20 and learn how to have Gospel clarity in an election season.
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Join Mark in Philippians 3:17-21 and discover the eternal hope-filled alternative.
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Have you ever asked the question, "Are We There Yet?" Join Mark in Philippians 3:12-16 and discover how you can be open to God's transforming work in and through you!
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Share in the beauty and wonder of the Lord's Supper on Worldwide Communion Sunday.
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Join Mark in Philippians 3:1-11 and discover the surpassing worth of knowing Christ!
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Join Mark in Philippians 2:19-30 and discover the priority of genuine concern.
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Join Mark in Philippians 2:12-18 and let God's Word be the light to your pathway.
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Join Mark in Philippians 1:19-30 and discover how to live worthy of the Gospel.
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Join Mark in Philippians 1:12-18 and discover how we can advance the Gospel.
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Join Mark in Philippians 1:1-11 and discover how to have a servant-centered foundation.
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Join Jay in Philippians 2:9-11 and align your worldview with the Truth about Jesus.
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God's goal is to develop disciples. Join Jay in Acts 11:19-30, 13:1-3, and discover how the Antioch Church grew Christ's Kingdom.
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Join Mark in Matthew 12:9-14 and discover how to guard against the attitudes of the Pharisees.
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Join Jay in Matthew 18:21-35 and discover how to add forgiveness to your life.
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Join Jay in Luke 14:12-24 and discover the invitation to the King's banquet.
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What happens when people die? Join Jay in Luke 16:19-31 and discover the awful destiny of the lost and the awesome death benefits of a believer.
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Prayer is a learned skill. Join Jay in Luke 11:1-13 and discover three directives that make your prayers more effective.
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Would Jesus Declare You Faithful or Foolish? Join Jay in Luke 12:13-21 and discover the story of the rich young fool.
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God equipped you with a homing device. Join Jay in Luke 15:11-24 and follow God's map to return home.
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One of the worst words is lost. Join Jay in Luke 15:8-10 and join the Savior's search as you listen carefully and hear God's Call.
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Have you ever gone astray? Join Jay in Luke 15:1-7 and examine the parable of the lost sheep to discover God's love.
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Join Jay in Luke 10:25-37 and discover God's expectations for a Christ-like Giver.
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Is your light bright? Join Jay in Matthew 5:13-16 and discover how to see and be God's light!
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Does "peace" describe you? Join Jay in Matthew 5:3-9 and discover the features of God's peacemaker.
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Join Jay in Proverbs 31:10-30 and discover God's goal for you!
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Join Jay in John 15:1-8 and discover how to grow and show God's fruit.
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Join Jay in John 14:1-3, 6 and Revelation 21:1-8 and discover how you can reserve your place in heaven!
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To rejoice is a choice! Join Jay in 1 Peter 1:3-6 and discover more resurrection reasons to rejoice.
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This Easter can be your new opportunity. Join Jay in Matthew 28:1-7 and claim the joy and power of resurrection hope.
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Lazarus' comeback was a preview of coming attractions. Join Jay in John 11:17-27 and observe the stages of turning your setback into God's comeback.
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Jesus' shelves are never empty! Join Jay in Matthew 16:13-19 and discover how the Savior supplies pictures of His purpose and provision.
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Storms are coming! Join Jay in Mark 6:45-52 and focus on King Jesus and learn the Lord's life lessons.
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Join Jay in Luke 10:1-16 and discover how you can follow the Savior in the harvest.
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Learn how to follow Jesus' roadmap for the journey by joining Carl Fisher in Matthew 5:7 and examine the verse Blessed are the Merciful.
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How do you know if it is God speaking? Join Jay in John 11:23-28 and learn important principles about discerning God's call.
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Learn how to follow Jesus' roadmap for the journey by joining Ryan Gray in Matthew 5:6 and examine the verse blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.
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Join Jay in Mark 10:42-45 and discover God's gameplan for unleashing the Body of Christ.
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Nathan Shank delivers the Global Missions Celebration challenge in the Commitment Service.
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Join us in celebrating the Lord's Supper.
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Our goal is to be Christlike. Join Jay in John 8:1-11 and discover who you look like in the drama of redemption.
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Learn to count and know what counts. Join Jay in Luke 8:41-56 and discover how Jesus rescues the children.
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Join Jay in Luke 22:39-42 and discover God's Will for Your Life.
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Enroll in the Jesus school of prayer today! Join Jay in Luke 11:1-4 and discover the features of praying the Jesus way.
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There is a critical need for intercession. Join Jay in Ezekiel 22:29-31 and learn to PRAY personally, corporately, regularly and wisely.
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Train your eyes to see Jesus! Join Jay in Luke 2:21-40 and discover God's truth about the dedication of the parents, the identification of the prophets, the anticipation of the pain, and the invitation to peace.
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Wise People Still Seek Him. Join Jay in Matthew 2:1-12 and observe the points of a wise "all-star."
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Join Jay in Matthew 1:17-25 and see how the Angels' activity connected to the ministry of Jesus.
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Today we discovering how to Reaching the Multitudes with Dr. Tom Elliff.
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Christmas abounds with Incarnation Confusion. Join Jay in Matthew 1:18-25 and discover God's Incarnation Explanation.
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Is your life an entitlement or a gift? Join Jay in Luke 17:11-19 and examine the story of the ten lepers.
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Join Mark in Jonah 3 and discover Jonah's second chance to obey and give God's message to Ninevah.
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Jesus predicts the storms are coming. Join Jay in John 6:16-21 and discover what Jesus was doing during the storm.
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Receive God's invitation to feast and share! Join Jay in John 6:5-13 and 47-51 and ingest God's delicious spiritual truth from His nutritious loaf.
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Join Mark in Jonah 2 and discover Jonah's realizations and how he is ultimately delivered.
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Look at WHAT you give and why you give it. Join Jay in Acts 20:31-35 and construct your personal motivations for giving.
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Remember that Jesus is in the business of transformation!. Join Jay in John 4:1-42 and tour the rest stop with Jesus.
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Let's follow Jesus to nite class! Join Jay in John 3:1-8 and discover the story of Nicodemus.
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Join us as we celebrate Worldwide Communion Day.
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Let's make some life-changing temple discoveries! Join Jay in John 2:13-25 and examine what Jesus did and said about the Temple.
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Join Mark in Psalm 133 and discover how to let God's Word lead, instruct, encourage, and remind us.
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Share God's call to Paul and Press On! Join Jay in Philippians 3:10-14 and learn to press on through recollection, temptation, vision, and mission.
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Changing water to wine was Jesus' first sign. Join Jay in John 2:1-11 and examine Jesus' first miracle.
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How do you think God sees you? Join Jay in Luke 5:27-32 and learn lessons from Levi in order to turn from your sin to your Savior!
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God calls you to fullfillment. Join Jay in Luke 5:1-11 and discover how to follow Jesus from empty to full.
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Move from Education to Engagement! Join Jay in Acts 8:26-39 and follow Phillip's example to be fisher's of men.
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God's Kingdom Call is to Sell Out and Buy Up! Join Jay in Matthew 13:44-46 and observe two ways people connect with King Jesus.
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