First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, Mo

Whether life is calm or stressful, joyous or painful, Christmas comes -- just as God is present with us regardless of where we are in our own lives. Scripture Luke 2:1-20 

If God had waited for the perfect conditions to bring Christ into the world, we might still be waiting. The nativity story starts, not with certainty, but with love. Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

"The Thrill of Hope," a service of lessons and carols by Joseph Martin and Heather Sorensen.

Healing this world will not take a conquering army but the slow, stubborn growth of peace. Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc12-7p

Advent is like knowing the end of the story first, giving us the courage to live in the chaos of the middle. Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-30p

Everything disciples do is shaped by the kingdom we belong to, one that belongs to Jesus and not to news headlines. Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Jesus wants us to share our faith. When we do, it can have marvelous results. Scripture: Mark 6:7-13Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-16p

Faith is not about rebuilding the past, but trusting that God is already creating something new. Scripture: Haggai 1:15b - 2:9Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-9sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-9p

It takes endurance to keep moving forward when we deal with life's challenges, but keeping the faith is what disciples do, and what they pass on to those that follow. Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-2sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc11-2p

Judgement builds walls, instead of the bridges formed by mercy. Scripture: Luke 18:9-14Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc10-26sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc10-26p

God's word through Jeremiah still stands: Build. Plant. Seek the good. Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1,4-7Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc10-12sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc10-12p

Our faith is not merely something to have, but to share and pass on as well. Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-14Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc10-5sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc10-5p

What is the priority of your possessions? Our generosity often leads to greater happiness than what we have. Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

God has chosen us to be missionaries to the world. We should serve out of our love for others. Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Lost means something is not where it is supposed to be, not that it never belonged. Jesus seeks us all because God's joy is not complete until everyone is home. Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Just like the ingredients and process of making bread, following Jesus will stretch us, and can cost us something - maybe everything. Scripture: Luke 14:25-33Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc9-7sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc9-7p

When Peter fails Jesus, Jesus doesn't reject him, but cooks him breakfast. Do you also need to sit down at the fire with Jesus? Scripture: John 21:1-14

The Sabbath is about more than stopping work; it is about freedom and restoration. Scripture: Luke 13:10-17Sermon transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-24sWorship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-24p

In those times when believers struggle with life, it's good to remember others alongside us. Scripture: Hebrews 11:29-12:2Transcript: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-17s Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-17p

Jesus calls us to be ready in all things and circumstances. Scripture: Luke 12:32-40Worship guide: https://tinyurl.com/fbcjc8-10p