Bible Study

Elephant in the Room --- Government vs. Godly Values

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Daniel 7:1-3, 9-10, 13-14; Matthew 4:1-11; 26:62-64; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Mark 10:23-31, 35, 41-45; John 18:36; Romans 13:1-7; 1 Peter 2:13-17; 1 Timothy 2:1-2; Titus 3:1-2
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...Government vs. Godly Values. We will discover what God's Word says about it. 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
Government vs. Godly ValuesI. The Kingdom of Heaven vs. the Kingdoms of MenPrincipal 1: Jesus is greater than any human systemPrincipal 2: Merely human systems belong to SatanPrincipal 3: The Kingdom of Heaven is an "Upside Down" Kingdom
II. How to Live in the Kingdoms of Men as a Subject of the Kingdom of HeavenPrincipal 1: Obey the law, and be subject to the authoritiesPrincipal 2: But let the Gospel be your guidePrincipal 3: You must decrease, that He may increase
III. TakeawaysTakeaway 1: Shoot your tv (or throw away your phone)Takeaway 2: Start with yourself, and expand outwardsTakeaway 3: Be clear, and remember whose subject you are

Elephant in the Room --- Pornography, Sex and Purity

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Ephesians 5:3-4, 6, 8 & 14; 6:16 & 18; Genesis 2:24-25; 3:1; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Hebrews 13:4; Matthew 5:28; John 10:10; Psalms 101:3; James 1:15; 4:17; 2 Samuel 11:2 & 4; Lamentations 3:51; Proverbs 4:23; 5:19-20; 6:26-28; 1 Corinthians 6:12 & 18; 7:1-3; John 4:4; 1 Peter 2:11; 2 Corinthians 6:17
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...pornography, sex and purity. We will discover what God's Word says about it. 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
Pornography, Sex and PurityI. Exposing the OppositionA. Satan uses sexual sin to capture us--- 1. changed the label--- 2. changed our perspective--- 3. changed our standard--- 4. changed our actionsB. Satan uses sexual sin to control usC. Satan uses sexual sin to destroy us
II. Embracing our VictoryHow do we embrace our victory?A. Wake up!B. Accept God's standard--- 1. God's standard guards what is good--- 2. God's standard is counter culturalC. Guard your earsD. Guard your heartE. Don't fight, FLEE!F. Remember who you are

Elephant in the Room ---The Social Media Trap

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions Pastor) - 2 Timothy 1:7; Hebrews 9:27; Romans 5:12; 6:23; Proverbs 27:1; James 4:14-16; Luke 16:19-31; Genesis 2:7; Revelation 20:12-15; Matthew 25:41; John 3:16; 14:1-6; 2 Corinthians 5:8 & 21
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...the social media trap. We will discover what God's Word says about it. 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
The Social Media TrapWhat can we do to avoid the social media trap?1. Guard your mind2. Live intentionally3. Pursue your relationship with Jesus

Elephant in the Room --- Death

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions Pastor) - 2 Timothy 1:7; Hebrews 9:27; Romans 5:12; 6:23; Proverbs 27:1; James 4:14-16; Luke 16:19-31; Genesis 2:7; Revelation 20:12-15; Matthew 25:41; John 3:16; 14:1-6; 2 Corinthians 5:8 & 21
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...Death. We will discover what God's Word says about it. 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
DeathWhy don't we want to talk about death?
What does the Bible say about death?I. Death is universal. -- it applies to everyone.II. Death is unpredictable. -- it can happen at any time.III. Death is final. -- there are no do-overs, mulligans, or restarts on life.
What happens after death?
Application:1. Live in the reality that death could be today.2. Live with confidence in Jesus and His salvation.

Power of Prayer

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions) - 1 John 5:14-15; Matthew 7:7-11; Luke 11:5-8; Galatians 6:2; Mark 10:51-52; Hebrews 11:1
 
God has given us a special tool to accomplish His will and grow our faith. We will focus on the power of prayer.
 
Power of Prayer1. We are burden bearing.2. We are asking God for miracles.3. We are exercising our faith.

Elephant in the Room --- LGBTQIA+ and the Bible

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Romans 1 (1 Corinthians 6:9-10; 14:33; Psalms 51:5; 119:165; Isaiah 45:19; Genesis 1:26-28; 2:18; 18:20; 19:5-8; Ezekiel 16:49-50; Jude 1:7; Leviticus 18:13 & 22-23; 1 Timothy 1:8-10; Romans 1:18-32; Jeremiah 17:9; 2 Thessalonians 2:3)  
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...LGBTQIA+ and the Bible. We will discover what God's Word says about it. 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
LGBTQIA+ and the Bible
What does the Bible say about LGBTQIA+?I. The Bible is our final authority
II. The Bible calls homosexuality a sinWhy does God call homosexuality sin?A. It does not work because God created men and women to be different on purpose.B. It does not work because God created us to find our identity in Him.

Elephant in the Room --- Dollars & Sense: Where Money and Following Christ Connect

Greg Taylor (FBC Member) - Philippians 4:11-13 & 19; Genesis 14:22; Psalm 24:1; Ezekiel 16:17-20; Romans 11:36; Colossians 1:18; Proverbs 3:9; Malachi 3:6-10; Exodus 20:13-14; Matthew 5:21-22 & 27-28; 2 Corinthians 9:7
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...Dollars & Sense: Where Money and Following Christ Connect. We will discover what God's Word says about it. 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
Dollars & Sense: Where Money and Following Christ ConnectI. God's PartA. God owns everythingB. God controls every eventC. God provides
II. Our Part (put God first)
III. Money is a tool
IV. Money is an outlet for worship

Elephant in the Room --- G/RACE: Racism and the Christian Response

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions Pastor) - Ephesians 6:12; Romans 12:1-2; Acts 1:8; 17:26; Genesis 1:27; 3:20; Revelation 7:9-10; Psalms 139:14; Philippians 2:3-9; James 2:1-4; Luke 10:27; Matthew 28:18-20; Galatians 3:28
 
We are called to follow Jesus even in the face of our changing culture. As His followers we must ask the question, "What does the Bible say?" as we make our decisions and form our beliefs on today's current issues. 
In this episode we will tackle...G/RACE: Racism & the Christian Response. We will discover what God's Word says about it and how we can respond biblically. 
 
Elephant in the RoomDiscussing Issues Everyone is Facing and Nobody is Talking About
G/RACE: Racism and the Christian Response1. We Are All One Race - The Human Race2. We Are All Created in the Image of God3. We Are to Love our Neighbor4. God Desires All People to Be Saved5. We Can Be Brothers through Jesus Christ

Eternal Security :: Can you be sure?

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Genesis 12:1-3; 13:14-15; Hebrews 9:15; 10:10-14; 12:6-7; 1 John 2:25; 3:1-5; 4:18; 5:13; 1 Peter 1:3-5; Galatians 2:16 & 20; 3:26; Titus 3:5; Ephesians 1:13; 2:8-9; 4:30; 2 Corinthians 1:22; 5:8 & 17; 6:18; Romans 5:20; 6:1-2; 7:19-20; 10:10; 12:10; 11:6; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19; Matthew 7:21-23; 18:15; John 1:12-13; 3:3-7; 6:37-39; 10:28-29; Philippians 4:7
 
Can you lose your Salvation? The truth is, we all sin. We all mess up in life. Is it possible to sin so much that we lose our Salvation? Does Eternal Security mean that you can live however you want with no consequences? If someone commits suicide, do they lose their salvation? Can you have complete confidence that you are saved?
What does the Bible say about this subject?
 
Eternal Security :: Can you be sure?
5 Biblical Truths to Understanding Enternal Security:1. The finished work of Christ2. Our position of grace3. Our relationship with God4. The seal of the Spirit of God5. Peace and confidence with God

Becoming like Barnabas

Calvin Houser (FBC Missionary, Philippines) - Acts (Acts 4:32-37; 8:22-26; 9:27-29; 11:19-24; 13:2-3; 15:36-41; Philemon 1:24; 2 Timothy 4:11)
 
Often we focus on the Pauls and Marks of the Bible. You ever think who encouraged and supported them? There may have never been a Paul or a Mark without a Barnabas.
 
Becoming like Barnabas
Mark
 
Becoming Like Barnabas1. Step outside your comfort zone.2. Serve from the heart.3. See the best in people.4. Speak life into people.5. Stay encouraging always.6. Seek the Lord before your ministry.7. See the results over time.
Conclusions: There may have never been a Paul or a Mark without a Barnabas. Someone may miss their potential without your encouragement! If you need encouragement - sow it! You will surely reap it in time!

Lessons from the Lame Man

Fred Kirk (FBC Charter Member) - Acts 3:1-11
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Reading of Second Letter from the Lame Man
 
Before Fred Kirk, a member of Fellowship for over 56 years, passed we had the opportunity to record part of the lesson that he planned on teaching called, "Lessons from the Lame Man." Second letter read by Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor).
 
Lessons from the Lame Man
Acts 3:1-10

The Holy Spirit :: What about speaking in tongues?

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship & Missions Pastor) - Acts 2 (Acts 2:1-12; 1 Corinthians 13:8-10; 14:1-6, 12-19 & 26-33; 2 Chronicles 5:13-14; Revelation 1:17; Ezekiel 1:28; 1 Samuel 19:23-24; Mark 3:22-30; Romans 5:20; John 16:8; Ephesians 4:14)
 
God is doing a work inside of you through the Holy Spirit! Join us as we continue this five week study and answer practical questions concerning the Holy Spirit and how He is at work in your life on a daily basis.
We will close out our look at 5 questions surrounding the Holy Spirit, and gain a better understanding of our relationship with him. The final question we will answer is: "What about speaking in tongues?"
 
The Holy Spirit :: What about speaking in tongues?
Acts 21. What about speaking in tongues?2. What about being slain in the spirit?3. What about the unforgivable sin, blaspheming the Holy Spirit?