Fellowship Baptist Church

How do I make an impact? — BIG QUESTIONS: Answering Big Questions about life.

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Exodus 2:1-10 (Proverbs 9:10; 22:6; Exodus 1:17-22; 2:1-10; 15:20-21; Numbers 26:59; Hebrews 11:23)
 
There’s an unsung hero in the Bible who lived a simple life but made a profound difference. Her name is Jochebed. Do you know her story?
One of the biggest questions we face in life is this: “How can I make an impact?” Jochebed gives us a powerful example of how to do just that—even in the most difficult of times.
 
Series description:
Did you know it’s totally okay to ask, “Why?”We all have questions—about life, suffering, God, and the hard stuff we go through. You’re not alone in that.
The amazing thing is, God isn’t afraid of our questions. In fact, He invites them—and He has real answers waiting for us in His Word. Let’s dig into some of life’s Big Questions and discover honest, hope-filled truth from God’s Word.
 
BIG QUESTIONS: Answering Big Questions About Life
"How do I make an impact?"
 
I. Have a personal walk with God
A. fear the Lord
B. live with conviction
II. Live out your faith
III. Lead them to steps of faith

A Short Study in the Psalms: Psalm 22 (Lesson 2)

Dave Steger (FBC Deacon) - ​​​​​​​Psalm 22 (Psalm 22:1-31; Matthew 27:41-43 & 46; John 19:24 & 30; Hebrews 2:12)
 
Psalm 22 is a prophetic psalm that vividly portrays the suffering of Jesus Christ centuries before the crucifixion. Taking a verse-by-verse approach, this lesson highlights how David’s cries of anguish, rejection, physical torment, and ultimate hope mirror the experiences of Christ on the cross. From the haunting words, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (v.1) to the vivid descriptions of pierced hands and mocked trust (vv. 7–18), each verse invites us to see Jesus’ pain not only as fulfillment of Scripture but as a reflection of His deep love for us. As we walk through this psalm, we also discover that Christ’s suffering brings us comfort in our own trials, a pathway to hope, and the assurance that God turns suffering into victory.
 
Series description:
“A Short Study on the Psalms” is a 4-week journey through one of the Bible’s most beloved and honest books. In Week 1, we explore the overall structure and design of the Psalms, helping us see how this ancient collection works as a unified whole. Then, over the next three weeks, we zoom in on selected Psalms that speak to real-life emotions—lament, trust, and worship—revealing how these songs give voice to our hearts and lead us toward deeper faith. Whether you’re new to the Psalms or reading them with fresh eyes, this series will help you experience them as both timeless poetry and practical prayer.
 
A Short Study in the PsalmsLesson 2 - Psalm 22
 
​1. Structure & Analysis
2. Verses 1-2: Abandonment
3. Verses 3-5: Trust in God's past faithfulness
4. Verses 6-8: Public Humiliation
5. Verses 9-11: Lifelong dependence on God
6. Verses 12-18: Physical & emotional agony
7. Verses 19-21: Urgent plea for rescue
8. Verses 22-26: Transition to praise
9. Verses 27-31: Universal worship & future hope
 
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Do I really need the church? — BIG QUESTIONS: Answering Big Questions about life.

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Ephesians 2:19-22 (Ephesians 2:1-9 & 19-22; 4:1-3, 11-16 & 32; Matthew 16:13-19; 18:15-17; Revelation 7:9-10; Acts 2:6-8 & 41-42; Hebrews 10:23-25; Genesis 2:18; 1 Peter 1:22; Galatians 5:13; 6:2; 1 Thessalonians 5:11; James 5:16)
 
With so many ways to access faith content and explore spirituality on your own, the local church can start to feel unnecessary—or even burdensome. But is that really true? In this message, we unpack why the local church still matters deeply and why belonging to one is essential for every follower of Jesus. If you’ve been hurt, grown disconnected, or just feel unsure about its value, this message offers more than guilt or pressure—it paints a biblical, hope-filled vision of what the church is meant to be: a spiritual family, a holy temple, and a place where God dwells among His people.
 
Series description:
Did you know it’s totally okay to ask, “Why?”We all have questions—about life, suffering, God, and the hard stuff we go through. You’re not alone in that.
The amazing thing is, God isn’t afraid of our questions. In fact, He invites them—and He has real answers waiting for us in His Word. Let’s dig into some of life’s Big Questions and discover honest, hope-filled truth from God’s Word.
 
BIG QUESTIONS: Answering Big Questions About Life
"Do I really need the church?"
 
I. Church is Jesus' idea
II. We need ​'the together​'
III. Jesus is still building His Church

A Short Study in the Psalms: An Introductory Overview (Lesson 1)

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - ​​​​​​​Genesis 9:1-7; 12:1-3; 15; 17; Exodus 19-24; 2 Samuel 7; Psalm 1;6; 3:7-8; 8:1 & 9; 19:7; 24:1; 40:3; 42:1; 74:13-14; 89; 119; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Luke 22:20; Hebrews 8
 
This lesson explores the overall structure and intentional design of the Book of Psalms, helping us see how this ancient collection functions as more than just a random anthology of songs and prayers. We’ll discover how the Psalms are organized, how themes like worship, lament, kingship, and trust unfold across the collection, and how literary elements—such as parallelism, imagery, and poetic devices—enrich their message.By looking at the Psalms as a unified whole, we’ll gain a deeper appreciation for how they guide God’s people in honest prayer, faithful worship, and hopeful anticipation of the Messiah.
 
Series description:
“A Short Study on the Psalms” is a 4-week journey through one of the Bible’s most beloved and honest books. In Week 1, we explore the overall structure and design of the Psalms, helping us see how this ancient collection works as a unified whole. Then, over the next three weeks, we zoom in on selected Psalms that speak to real-life emotions—lament, trust, and worship—revealing how these songs give voice to our hearts and lead us toward deeper faith. Whether you’re new to the Psalms or reading them with fresh eyes, this series will help you experience them as both timeless poetry and practical prayer.
 
A Short Study in the PsalmsLesson 1 - An Introductory Overview
 
I. Poetic techniques in the PsalmsII. The Story of the Psalms in its structureA. Book 1 (Psalms 1-41)B. Book 2 (Psalms 42-72)C. Book 3 (Psalms 73-89)D. Book 4 (Psalms 90-106)E. Book 5 (Psalms 107-150)III. A list of the covenantsIV. What can the Psalms teach us:A. power of languageB. the range of human emotionC. stories of redemption
 
Poetic Techniques in the Psalms
The Story of the Psalms in its Structure
A List of the Covenants

Lead to Love (Strong Sisters: Meet Me at the Well)

Shirley Ellis (CEO, Intentional Impact LLC) - Philippians 4:8; 2 Corinthians 10:5 & 12; John 15:5; 2 Timothy 1:17; James 1:2-4
In this powerful episode, Shirley Ellis shares how knowing you are deeply loved by God transforms the way you lead. From rejecting lies of the enemy to leading with confidence and courage, Shirley challenges women to pursue Jesus, take action, and lead from identity — not insecurity. You already have what you need. Now it's time to use it.
 
Lead to Love
 
I. You are loved by God
A. God is not mad at you
B. identity over productivity
C. lies of the enemy
D. God's Word is truth
II. Loved women relentlessly pursue Jesus
A. pursue Jesus
B. run to Jesus not from Him
C. strength through Him
III. Loved women lead from identity, not insecurity
A. leads with confidence, not comparison
B. celebrate other's success
IV. Loved women take action
A. want community, create it
B. don't wait, initiate
V. Loved women use what's in their hand
VI. Loved women are over-comers
A. run to the hard, not away from it
B. results from facing your fear
 
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If God its so good, why is life so hard? — BIG QUESTIONS: Answering Big Questions about life.

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 9 (Matthew 22:37; John 9:1-7; 16:33; Psalms 23:4; 100:5; 119:67-68; 1 John 1:5; Genesis 1:31; 3:6 & 24; Ephesians 2:1; Romans 5:12; 8:22 & 28; Job 14:1; James 1:15; 2 Corinthians 4:17; Philippians 1:20)
 
Have you ever wrestled with doubts about God? You're not alone. We don’t always like to admit it, but many of us struggle—especially during tough seasons when it feels like our prayers go unanswered and things just keep getting harder. People say, “God is good,” but sometimes it’s hard to see any good at all.
Maybe you’ve even felt like giving up on prayer—or on God altogether.
It’s time to get real and start asking the BIG QUESTIONS we all have. The good news? God can handle our doubts, and He deeply cares about you—even in the middle of them. Join us as we dig into those hard questions and discover real, honest answers together.
 
Series description:
Did you know it’s totally okay to ask, “Why?”We all have questions—about life, suffering, God, and the hard stuff we go through. You’re not alone in that.
The amazing thing is, God isn’t afraid of our questions. In fact, He invites them—and He has real answers waiting for us in His Word. Let’s dig into some of life’s Big Questions and discover honest, hope-filled truth from God’s Word.
 
BIG QUESTIONS: Answering Big Questions About Life"If God is so good, why is life so hard?"
 
I. God is good!A. good is who He isB. good is what He doesII. We stepped away from the goodness of GodIII. Our world is broken because of sinIV. God is with us in the brokennessA. God works in ways that we don't understandB. God works through hard times to get our attentionC. God works through hard times to help usD. God works through hard times to help others
 
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Shadows: Seeing the Gospel in the Old Testament — Suffering & Salvation (Lesson 4)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​​​Luke 24:25-27,44-47​ (Luke ​23:46; 24:25-27,44-47​; Psalm ​2:1-12; 16:10; 22:1, 7-8 & 18; 31:5; 34:19-22; 41:5-10​; 69:4​; 110:4; John 13:16-19​; 15:20-25​; 19:32-37; Matthew 27:35, 39-43 & 46; Exodus 12:46; Zacheriah 12:10; Isaiah 53:1-12; Acts 4:24-31; 8:26-35; 13:26-33; 1 Peter 2:21-25; Hebrews 1:1-6; 5:5-6; Revelation 2:25-27)
 
In this lesson, we’re going to step into the shadow of suffering. Through the Psalms, Isaiah, and the voices of the prophets, we’ll see that the cross wasn’t a tragic twist in Jesus’ story—it was an essential part of it. You can’t have resurrection without death. And when we reflect on His suffering, we’re also invited to see His victory—and the unshakable hope we have because of Him.
 
Series description:
This series explores how key Old Testament events, symbols, and figures pointed forward to Jesus’ death and resurrection. By seeing how God wove the gospel into Israel’s history, we’ll deepen our appreciation for Christ’s sacrifice and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan.
 
Shadows: Seeing the Gospel in the Old TestamentLesson 4–Suffering & Salvation
 
I. Suffering in the PsalmsA. Psalm 69:4–Senseless ​hatred & ​rejectionB. Psalm 41:5-10–The ​attacks of the ​enemies and the ​betrayal of JudasC. Psalm 22–The Crucifixion--- ​1. Pierced hands and feet​--- ​2. Divided garments and cast lots​--- ​3. Mocking and ridicule​--- ​4. The cry from the crossD. Psalm 31:5–Jesus’ ​final ​wordsE. Psalm 34:19-22–No ​broken ​bones
II. The “Man of Sorrows” in Isaiah 53
III. The “Anointed One” in Psalm 2A. The ​attacks of Jesus’ ​enemiesB.Jesus the ​Eternal Son of GodC. Jesus the Risen SaviorD. Jesus the King Ruling with a Rod of Iron
 
Lesson 4 - Handout

Defining Moments (Easter at Fellowship :: 2025)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Romans 3:23; 5:6-8 & 12; 6:23; 10:9 & 13; Genesis 2:7; 3:17-18; Matthew 11:28; 26:39; 27:45; 2 Corinthians 5:10 & 21; Psalms 19:1; Hebrews 2:3; 9:27; Revelation 5:6; 20:12 & 15; John 3:16; 16:33
 
Some moments change everything—the day you said “I do,” the birth of your child, or the day you said goodbye to someone you loved. This Easter at Fellowship, we invite you to experience a defining moment that could transform your life forever. This isn’t just another Sunday—it’s an opportunity for a fresh start, a renewed faith, and a moment that could define your future. Will you make this Easter your defining moment?
 
​Defining Moments
I. Opening
II. The Past (The Cross)
III. The Present (The Church)
IV. The Future (The Judgement)
V. Invitation
 
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Shadows: Seeing the Gospel in the Old Testament — The Gospel According to the Passover (Lesson 3)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​​​Exodus 12:1-14 (Exodus 1:13-14; 6:6-7; 12:1-14 & 29; Matthew 21:8-11; 26:26-28 & 30; John 1:29; 1 Peter 1:18-21; 2:21-25; 1 Corinthians 5:7; 11:26; Deuteronomy 16:3;  2 Corinthians 5:21; Psalm 118:21-29; Acts 4:10-12; 1 Timothy 2:3-6)
 
In one of the most powerful foreshadows of the cross in all of Scripture, God paints the Gospel across the doorframes of Exodus 12. In this lesson, we explore how the Passover—rich with symbolism and steeped in redemptive meaning—points unmistakably to Jesus, the spotless Lamb of God. From the selection of the lamb to the unleavened bread and bitter herbs, every detail of that first Passover proclaims the hope of the Gospel.
 
Series description:
This series explores how key Old Testament events, symbols, and figures pointed forward to Jesus’ death and resurrection. By seeing how God wove the gospel into Israel’s history, we’ll deepen our appreciation for Christ’s sacrifice and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan.
 
Shadows: Seeing the Gospel in the Old TestamentLesson 3—The Gospel According to the Passover
 
I. The Triumphal EntryII. The Lamb “Without Blemish”III. The Passover MealA. The Passover LambB. The Unleavened Bread​ (matzah)C. The Bitter HerbsD. The Cup​(s​) of WineE Singing of Songs
IV. The Lord’s TableV. The Application of the Blood
 
Lesson 3 - Handout

Why PALM SUNDAY matters?

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Luke 19 (John 12:13; Luke 19:28-42; Exodus 12:3)
 
We know Easter Sunday is when we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus—but what makes Palm Sunday so important?On this day, Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, and the crowds welcomed Him by waving palm branches. Every detail of that moment pointed to something deeper: He came to conquer and to bring peace—but not in the way they expected.We celebrate Palm Sunday by praising God for sending us the King who conquered sin and brought us peace.
 
Why PALM SUNDAY matters?
Luke 19
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor)
 
Illustration #1: Roman Coins
 

Shadows: Seeing the Gospel in the Old Testament — Jesus from Cover to Cover (Lesson 2)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​​Luke 24:25-27 & 44-47 (Luke 1:67-75; 24:25-27 & 44-47; John 1:1-5 & 14-17; 2:19-21; 3:14-15; 5:39; 6:32-35; Genesis 1:1-3 & 26-27; 3:13-15; 22:18; 14; 49:9-10; Galatians 3:6-9; 4:4-5; Isaiah 11:1-4; Jeremiah 23:5-6; Romans 5:6-21; 1 Corinthians 10:4; 15:45; Exodus 16:35; 17; Leviticus 16:32-34; Hebrews 3:1-6; 7; 10:1-10; Colossians 2:17; Psalm 110; Matthew 12:40; Numbers 21)
 
Every great story has a hero—the main character who drives the action and brings hope. So who’s the hero of the Bible?
In this lesson, we’ll discover together that the entire Bible is one big story with one central hero: Jesus! From Genesis to Revelation, we’ll trace how Jesus is present—from the creation of the world, to the promises of a coming Savior, to the powerful pictures and previews of Him throughout Scripture. Come ready to learn how Jesus isn’t just part of the story—He is the story!
 
Series description:
This series explores how key Old Testament events, symbols, and figures pointed forward to Jesus’ death and resurrection. By seeing how God wove the gospel into Israel’s history, we’ll deepen our appreciation for Christ’s sacrifice and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan.
 
Shadows: Seeing the Gospel in the Old TestamentLesson 2—Jesus From Cover to Cover
 
I. Jesus in CreationII. Jesus in the Promises of a SaviorA. The “seed of the women” who will crush the serpent's headB. A descendant of Abraham who brings blessing to the nationsC. A king from Tribe of Judah and the Line of DavidIII. Jesus in Types
A. Adam
B. manna in the wilderness
C. the Day of Atonement
 
Lesson 2 - Handout

The Games of Life: A Study in the Book of James (Rock 'Em Sock 'Em — Learning to deal with conflict!)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - James 4 (Jame 1:19; 3:18; 4:1-10; 1 John 4:20; Proverbs 16:7; Matthew 18:15-17 & 20)
 
If you have friends or are in a relationship, one thing is certain: conflict. We don’t always agree, and we don’t always get along. Sometimes, it feels like a battle, where we fight until we win. But the truth is, conflict is a natural part of life. The difference is, we don’t handle conflict the way the world does. We know that Satan seeks to divide us, as division goes against God’s plan. James teaches us that conflict is inevitable, but God has a plan for how to handle it. Our relationships don’t have to be a battle like Rock'em Sock'em robots!
 
Series description:
Who doesn’t enjoy playing board games? Many of us have fond memories of family game nights, filled with laughter, competition, and fun. At the heart of it, games are enjoyable because they often reflect real-life situations. We strive to win, get ahead, but like life, games come with ups, downs, setbacks, and challenges.
The book of James is full of practical wisdom for navigating everyday life. It addresses issues like trouble, conflict, the words we speak, anger, and how to live out our faith. In this study, we’ll use popular games as illustrations to explore the lessons James teaches. Come ready to take notes, follow along, and learn how to succeed in the game of life!
 
The Games of Life: A Study in the Book of James
Rock 'Em Sock 'Em — Learning to deal with conflict!
James 4
 
The Games of Life: A Study in the Book of James
Rock 'Em Sock 'Em — Learning to deal with conflict!
 
I. Start with you
II. Reject the world's way
III. Make things right with God
A. humble yourself
B. submit to God
IV. Make things right with others
A. make the first move
B. use the power of humility
C. listen for their hurts
D. if they resist, bring someone with you
E. do what's right and leave the rest to God
 
Illustration #1: Building square tool