Fellowship Baptist Church
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Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - Exodus 16 (Exodus 16:1-4, 7-8, 13-18, 21 & 35; Proverbs 30:8-9; Lamentations 3:22-23; 2 Corinthians 12:9; Philippians 4:19; Matthew 6:9-11)
When life gets hard, it reveals what’s really in our hearts. In Exodus 16, Israel’s hunger exposed their complaining spirit—but the wilderness didn’t create ungrateful hearts, it revealed them. Even in their murmuring, God remained faithful.God is still good, even when life is hard.He provided manna daily—exactly what they needed, no more and no less—reminding us that His grace is sufficient and His mercies are new every morning. Gratitude in hardship is a declaration of trust. As we pray, “Give us this day our daily bread,” we choose to believe that God will faithfully supply all we need.
Series description:
Living With Gratitude is an invitation to experience the joy that comes from a thankful heart. In a culture that constantly pushes us to complain, compare, and want more, God offers a better way—a way marked by peace, contentment, and joy.In this series, we’ll discover how choosing gratitude changes how we see our lives, strengthens our faith, and helps us enjoy God’s blessings without taking them for granted. This is a journey toward a lighter heart, a clearer perspective, and a deeper appreciation for all God has done and continues to do.
Living with GratitudeHow to stop complaining, break free from comparison, and reject discontentment.Week 2: Hangry in the Wilderness
1. Hardship reveals our hearts2. God provides exactly what we need3. Gratitude in hardship displays our trust in God
Week 2 - Notes
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - Luke 17:11–19 (Luke 17:11–19; Leviticus 13:45-46; 14:2-3; Ephesians 2:1-3 & 8-9; Romans 3:10-12; 5:6-8; 6:23; Isaiah 6:1-5; Psalm 103:1-5; John 10:10; 1 Thessalonians 5:18)
Gratitude is a response to God’s grace, not a fleeting emotion. Through the account of the ten lepers in Luke 17, this lesson calls us to remember who we were before Christ, to rightly understand mercy and grace, and to examine how our response reveals our hearts. It reminds us that God owed us nothing, yet gave us everything in Christ—inviting us to live marked by worship, humility, and lasting gratitude.
Series description:
Living With Gratitude is an invitation to experience the joy that comes from a thankful heart. In a culture that constantly pushes us to complain, compare, and want more, God offers a better way—a way marked by peace, contentment, and joy.In this series, we’ll discover how choosing gratitude changes how we see our lives, strengthens our faith, and helps us enjoy God’s blessings without taking them for granted. This is a journey toward a lighter heart, a clearer perspective, and a deeper appreciation for all God has done and continues to do.
Living with GratitudeHow to stop complaining, break free from comparison, and reject discontentment.Week 1: Discovering Gratitude
I. What is gratitude?
II. Three reasons we fail to live with gratitude
A. We forget how bad we had it
B. We misunderstand God's grace
C. We reveal our hearts by our response
Week 1 - Notes
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 2 Timothy 3:10-17 (2 Timothy 3:10-17; Psalm 119:18)
Do you ever open your Bible and feel unsure where to start—or wonder if you’re really understanding what God is saying?
In this lesson of Open the Book, we continue our practical series on studying Scripture. Using 2 Timothy 3:10–17 as our guide, we explore how to move from simply reading the Bible to truly understanding it, framing passages in context, interpreting them faithfully, and applying God’s truth to everyday life.
Whether you’re a new believer or a seasoned Christian, this lesson equips you to approach God’s Word with confidence, clarity, and a heart ready to obey.
Open the Book is your guide to letting Scripture lead, correct, and transform you one passage at a time.
Series description:
We live in a world overflowing with voices—self-help books, podcasts, influencers, trends, and opinions promising wisdom, direction, and clarity for life. Yet with all this noise, people are more confused, anxious, and spiritually unanchored than ever.This new year, we’re returning to the one place God has promised to speak with authority, truth, and life: His Word.Open the Book is a four-week journey into the Scriptures—why we need them, how to read them, and how God uses them to shape us. Instead of chasing guidance everywhere else, we will rediscover the wisdom, comfort, correction, and hope found in the pages of the Bible.When we open the Book, we open our lives to the voice of God.When we open the Book, we find what our hearts have been searching for.When we open the Book, we find the way to live.This series will teach us not only how to read, meditate on, and study the Scriptures, but why they are the most reliable guide for every step of the year ahead.All the direction you need for life is in the Book—so let’s open it together.
Open the Book
Lesson 4: From Reading to Understanding - Learning to Study the Bible (Part 2)
I. A Method for Studying the BibleA. frame and set the passageB. interpret the passageC. apply the passage
II. Ways to Study the BibleA. verse-by-verse or book studyB. systematic studyC. topical studyD. character study
III. Tools for Bible StudyA. notebook or computerB. study bibleC. commentariesD. concordanceE. Bible dictionariesF. Bible guides & atlasesG. websitesH. Bible study softwareI. apps
Lesson 4 - Notes
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Wednesday Jan 21, 2026
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Nehemiah 8:1-8 (Nehemiah 8:1-8; Ezra 7:10; Mark 7:1-13; 2 Peter 3:14-18; Titus 1:1-4; Luke 24:27; John 11:35; Psalm 6:6; 119:18; Matthew 12:3; 2 Timothy 2:10-19; Hebrews 4:11-14; James 1:22-25)
How do we ensure we’re understanding God’s Word as He intended?In this lesson, we’ll focus on a proper interpretive approach—learning how to faithfully draw out the meaning of Scripture, understand core principles of interpretation, and recognize the importance of context in discerning what God is saying. We’ll also see why careful interpretation matters: it helps us hear God clearly, avoid error, grow in discernment, and obey His Word faithfully.How we study Scripture shapes not only what we know, but who we become in Christ.
Series description:
We live in a world overflowing with voices—self-help books, podcasts, influencers, trends, and opinions promising wisdom, direction, and clarity for life. Yet with all this noise, people are more confused, anxious, and spiritually unanchored than ever.This new year, we’re returning to the one place God has promised to speak with authority, truth, and life: His Word.Open the Book is a four-week journey into the Scriptures—why we need them, how to read them, and how God uses them to shape us. Instead of chasing guidance everywhere else, we will rediscover the wisdom, comfort, correction, and hope found in the pages of the Bible.When we open the Book, we open our lives to the voice of God.When we open the Book, we find what our hearts have been searching for.When we open the Book, we find the way to live.This series will teach us not only how to read, meditate on, and study the Scriptures, but why they are the most reliable guide for every step of the year ahead.All the direction you need for life is in the Book—so let’s open it together.
Open the Book
Lesson 3: From Reading to Understanding - Learning to Study the Bible (Part 1)
I. Let Scripture Speak for ItselfII. Rules for Biblical InterpretationA. scripture interprets scriptureB. seek the literal senseIII. Context to Content
A. Context
--- 1. literary context
--- 2. historical context
--- 3. cultural context
--- 4. big picture context
B. Content
IV. Why Biblical Interpretation Matters
A. Right interpretation helps us hear God clearly
B. Right interpretation guards us from rrror and false teaching
C. Right interpretation leads to maturity and discernment
D. Right interpretation leads to obedience
Lesson 3 - Notes
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Psalm 119:97-104 (Psalm 119: 9-16 & 97-104; Luke 11:28; James 1:22-24; 1 Timothy 4:1-5; Ephesians 4:11-16; Titus 2:1-8; Deuteronomy 6:1-9; Joshua 1:8; Matthew 4:1-11; Ezra 7:10; Nehemiah 8:1-8; Acts 17:10-12; Romans 15:4; 2 Timothy 3:14-17)
How can Scripture truly shape our hearts and minds?In this lesson, we explore Psalm 119:97–104 and examine the discipline of Bible intake—the deliberate practice of hearing, reading, memorizing, and studying God’s Word. Discover practical ways to let Scripture guide your decisions, anchor your faith, and bring joy to your soul.Whether in worship, study, or daily life, see how consistent engagement with God’s Word transforms ordinary believers into people of wisdom, understanding, and obedience.
Series description:
We live in a world overflowing with voices—self-help books, podcasts, influencers, trends, and opinions promising wisdom, direction, and clarity for life. Yet with all this noise, people are more confused, anxious, and spiritually unanchored than ever.This new year, we’re returning to the one place God has promised to speak with authority, truth, and life: His Word.Open the Book is a four-week journey into the Scriptures—why we need them, how to read them, and how God uses them to shape us. Instead of chasing guidance everywhere else, we will rediscover the wisdom, comfort, correction, and hope found in the pages of the Bible.When we open the Book, we open our lives to the voice of God.When we open the Book, we find what our hearts have been searching for.When we open the Book, we find the way to live.This series will teach us not only how to read, meditate on, and study the Scriptures, but why they are the most reliable guide for every step of the year ahead.All the direction you need for life is in the Book—so let’s open it together.
Open the Book
Lesson 2: Bible Intake: Letting God’s Word Shape Our Lives
I. Hearing the Word of GodA. faithful preaching & teaching in the Local ChurchB. wisdom & counsel from other ChristiansC. audio Bibles & online contentII. Reading the Word of GodIII. Memorizing the Word of GodIV. Studying the Word of God
Lesson 2 - Notes
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 2 Timothy 3:10–17 ( 2 Timothy 3:10–17; Romans 1:18-20; 2:14-15; Hebrews 1:1; 4:12-13; Matthew 5:17-18; 22:29-32; Luke 22:27 & 44; 2 Peter 1:16-21; 2:1-12; Acts 1:16-17; 17:10-12; 24:13-15; 1 Thessalonians 2:10-13; Isaiah 55:6-11; John 6:66-69; Titus 1:1-4)
Why does the Bible matter—and why should it have authority in our lives?
In this opening lesson of the Open the Book series, we tackle the foundational question every believer must answer: Why the Bible? Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:10–17, this lesson explores what Scripture is, where it comes from, and why it is essential for faith, life, and godliness.
If you’ve ever wondered why Christians open the Bible, trust it, and build their lives upon it, this lesson lays the groundwork. The Bible doesn’t just contain God’s Word—it is God’s Word. And that’s why we Open the Book.
Series description:
We live in a world overflowing with voices—self-help books, podcasts, influencers, trends, and opinions promising wisdom, direction, and clarity for life. Yet with all this noise, people are more confused, anxious, and spiritually unanchored than ever.This new year, we’re returning to the one place God has promised to speak with authority, truth, and life: His Word.Open the Book is a four-week journey into the Scriptures—why we need them, how to read them, and how God uses them to shape us. Instead of chasing guidance everywhere else, we will rediscover the wisdom, comfort, correction, and hope found in the pages of the Bible.When we open the Book, we open our lives to the voice of God.When we open the Book, we find what our hearts have been searching for.When we open the Book, we find the way to live.This series will teach us not only how to read, meditate on, and study the Scriptures, but why they are the most reliable guide for every step of the year ahead.All the direction you need for life is in the Book—so let’s open it together.
Open the Book
Lesson 1: From God, For Us: Understanding the Origin and Nature of Scripture
I. Revelation & Inspiration
A. Revelation
--- 1. general revelation
--- 2. special revelation
B. Inspiration
--- 1. the nature of inspiration
--- 2. the process of inspiration
II. Authority & Power
III. Necessity & SufficiencyIV. Truthful & Trustworthy
A. truthful (inerrant)
B. trustworthy (infallible)
Lesson 1 - Notes
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Pastor Aaron Roberts (Worship Pastor) - Matthew 2:13-23; Hosea 11:1-11; Jeremiah 31:8-9 & 12-16 (Matthew 2:13-23; 26:42; Hosea 1:1; 11:1-11; Jeremiah 31:8-9 & 12-16; Exodus 4:21-23; John 1:46; Isaiah 49:7; 53:3; Psalm 22:6; Daniel 9:26; Hebrews 4-5 & 9; 2 Timothy 1:9-10; Romans 8:14-17)
Matthew 2 contains three prophecies, all considered fulfilled in the events surrounding Herod’s attempted murder of the baby boy Jesus.
This week we investigate the origins and meaning of these prophecies and what they reveal about the nature of God’s true Son, Jesus.
Series description:
Each year, Christians around the world read the Christmas story and reflect on the incredible coming of our Savior, Jesus. At first glance, it might seem like a simple narrative, but the account recorded in the Gospel of Matthew contains numerous quotations and allusions to the Old Testament. Have you ever wondered why they are there? What do they mean, and what do they reveal about Jesus?In this three-week Bible study, we will explore the Old Testament prophecies referenced in Matthew’s Christmas narrative. Together, we’ll dive deep into what they tell us about Jesus, the mission he came to fulfill, and, ultimately, what these truths mean for us today.
Long-Expected Jesus
Prophecy Fulfilled According to Matthew
Lesson 3: A Long-Expected Son
I. The Prophecies
A. Prophecy 1
B. Prophecy 2
C. Prophecy 3
II. The Old Testament Context(s)
III. The Fulfillment
IV. The Application
A. Jesus truly is the Messiah
B. Jesus is the Son of God
C. God truly is amazing and worthy of our praise
Lesson 3 - Notes
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Pastor Aaron Roberts (Worship Pastor) - Matthew 2:1-12; Micah 5:1-6 (Matthew 1:1; 2:1-12; 4; Micah 1:1; 5:1-6; 2 Samuel 5:1-2; 7:12-16; 8; 1 Samuel 5; 13:14; 16:1 & 11; Acts 13:22; 2 Peter 1:4; John 10:11-18; 15; Revelation 19:11-16; Hebrews 13:20-21)
Matthew 2 contains the story of the wise men, and a prophecy foretelling the birth of a ruler in Bethlehem. But why is this story here at all? And what does it tell us about the person and ministry of Jesus Christ?
This week we ask what it means that Jesus is a Shepherd King, and how it should shape the way we view his working in our lives.
Series description:
Each year, Christians around the world read the Christmas story and reflect on the incredible coming of our Savior, Jesus. At first glance, it might seem like a simple narrative, but the account recorded in the Gospel of Matthew contains numerous quotations and allusions to the Old Testament. Have you ever wondered why they are there? What do they mean, and what do they reveal about Jesus?In this three-week Bible study, we will explore the Old Testament prophecies referenced in Matthew’s Christmas narrative. Together, we’ll dive deep into what they tell us about Jesus, the mission he came to fulfill, and, ultimately, what these truths mean for us today.
Long-Expected Jesus
Prophecy Fulfilled According to Matthew
Lesson 2: A Long-Expected Shepherd King
I. The Prophecy
II. The Old Testament Context(s)
III. The Fulfillment
IV. The Application
A. Jesus truly is the Messiah.
B. Jesus' coming is an invitation to all who would believe.
C. Jesus is both the Good Shepherd and King of Kings
Lesson 2 - Notes
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Pastor Aaron Roberts (Worship Pastor) - John 15:12-15 (John 15:12-15; Galatians 6:1-2; Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 27:17; James 5:16; 1 Peter 4:9; Philippians 2:3-5)
“Immanuel - God with us.” In Matthew 1, we read that Jesus’ birth fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy of a coming sign, a sign of God’s promise to be with his people. Over 700 years before his birth, the prophet Isaiah predicts a coming Immanuel - in what ways does Jesus fulfill what Isaiah foretold? In this study, we dig deep into the Immanuel prophecy and discover what it tells us about Jesus and our relationship with him.
Series description:
Each year, Christians around the world read the Christmas story and reflect on the incredible coming of our Savior, Jesus. At first glance, it might seem like a simple narrative, but the account recorded in the Gospel of Matthew contains numerous quotations and allusions to the Old Testament. Have you ever wondered why they are there? What do they mean, and what do they reveal about Jesus?In this three-week Bible study, we will explore the Old Testament prophecies referenced in Matthew’s Christmas narrative. Together, we’ll dive deep into what they tell us about Jesus, the mission he came to fulfill, and, ultimately, what these truths mean for us today.
Long-Expected Jesus
Prophecy Fulfilled According to Matthew
Lesson 1: A Long-Expected Sign
I. The Prophecy
II. The Old Testament Context
III. The Fulfillment
IV. The Application
Lesson 1 - Notes
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - John 15:12-15 (John 15:12-15; Galatians 6:1-2; Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 27:17; James 5:16; 1 Peter 4:9; Philippians 2:3-5)
Be the kind of friend you want to have.Jesus redefines friendship as sacrificial love. Friendship isn’t about convenience — it’s about commitment, honesty, and shared pursuit of God. True friends challenge and encourage each other to grow spiritually.
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 4: How to Be a Friend
I. What is Biblical Friendship?
A. willingness to sacrifice for each other's benefit
B. commitment to follow Jesus
C. openness and honesty
D. shared relationship with God
II. What is Worldly Friendship?
III. How Can I Make Friends
A. be a friend
B. practice hospitality
C. be intentional
Week 4 - Notes
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Matthew 18 (Matthew 5:23-24; 18:11, 18-19, 21-22 & 28-35; Luke 17:3-5; Romans 12:17-21 & 23-27; Colossians 2:13-15; 3:13; Ephesians 4:32; Mark 11:25-26)
Forgiveness is not easy, but it is possible because of the Gospel!In this lesson, we explore what forgiveness truly means, why it’s essential for our hearts and relationships, and how we can put it into practice in everyday life. Using Scripture as our guide, we’ll uncover how God calls us to release anger, bitterness, and vengeance, extend mercy to others, and trust Him with justice. Whether you’re struggling to forgive or want to understand the heart of God’s grace, this lesson will equip and inspire you to live a life marked by freedom, peace, and restoration.
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 3: When Someone Hurts You (Forgiveness)
I. Forgiveness definedII. Forgiveness illustratedIII. Forgiveness explainedA. forgiveness acknowledges the offenseB. forgiveness seeks restoration & reconciliationC. forgiveness is committed to a resolutionIV. Forgiveness practicedV. Forgiveness demanded
Week 3 - Notes
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Matthew 5:9, 23-24 & 44; 7:3-5; 18:15; Ephesians 4:1-3 & 26-27 & 30-32; Proverbs 12:18; 13:10; 16:7, 18 & 20; 20:3; 29:23; 1 John 4:20-21; James 1:19; Romans 14:12-13; 15:1-2
You can’t avoid conflict, but you can honor God through it.Conflict reveals character. Instead of reacting with anger, believers are called to respond with humility, patience, and grace. The goal isn’t to win an argument — it’s to preserve unity and reflect Christ.
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 2: Resolving Conflict
Fact #1 - Conflict is part of life
Fact #2 - Conflict turns to sin when it is resolved
Fact #3 - Unresolved conflict hinders your fellowship with God
Fact #4 - Unresolved conflict always gets worse
Steps to resolving conflict:
1. It starts with you
2. Make the first move
3. Use the power of humility
4. Listen for their hurts
5. Do what's right and leave the rest to God
Week 2 - Notes