Fellowship Baptist Church
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Luke 2:21-35 (Luke 2:1-35; Matthew 1:18-23; Isaiah 7:14; 53:1-6; 1 Timothy 3:16; Psalm 41:3; 68:19; Acts 1:8; Galatians 4:3-5; John 19:25-26)
Simeon's testimony resonates with a deep and sincere love for Jesus! His words reflect a peace that is only found through faith in God. They are a celebration of the salvation and hope that is available to everyone because of Jesus Christ!
These words challenge us to cherish Jesus above all else, to anchor our hope to Him, and to be people who are committed to sharing this unbelievable story of salvation and redemption with all people because that is who this story is for!!!
Series description:
The Christmas season present us with an opportunity to reflect on the character of God, and let truth we discover change us!
In this 3 lesson series, we will consider the reflective testimonies of three prominent characters in the Christmas story. Each one will offer to us a unique perspective on God’s working in the world, and what that means for each of us.
Ultimately we will be challenged to resist the consumerism and individualism that dominates our society during this time of year, and to instead humble ourselves, rest in the blessings of God, and commit to being ambassadors of hope, peace, and salvation to those around us
Rejoice: Christmas Meditations
Lesson 3: The Testimony of Simeon
I. The ContextA. the birth of JesusB. God working in Simeon’s lifeII. The ContentA. a cherishing of JesusB. a celebration of salvationIII. The ConclusionA. a reminder that God has a planB. a perspective on pain
Lesson 3 - Handout
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Luke 1:67-79 (Luke 1:5-23 & 57-79; Jeremiah 33:1-3; Malachi 4:5-6; Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 41:3; 68:19; 2 Timothy 1:8-12; Ephesians 2:8-9; 1 Peter 1:3-5 & 13-16; John 1:29; Titus 3:5-7; Matthew 5:9)
Zacharias’s testimony is a powerful declaration of God’s enduring love and mercy. It is a song of salvation, forgiveness, and redemption—a reminder of a God who sees the hurting, brings healing, and relentlessly pursues His people.
This testimony challenges us to trust God’s promises, embrace His calling, rest in His grace, and live as ‘peace people,’ sharing His love and light with the world.
Series description:
The Christmas season present us with an opportunity to reflect on the character of God, and let truth we discover change us!
In this 3 lesson series, we will consider the reflective testimonies of three prominent characters in the Christmas story. Each one will offer to us a unique perspective on God’s working in the world, and what that means for each of us.
Ultimately we will be challenged to resist the consumerism and individualism that dominates our society during this time of year, and to instead humble ourselves, rest in the blessings of God, and commit to being ambassadors of hope, peace, and salvation to those around us
Rejoice: Christmas Meditations
Lesson 2: The Testimony of Zacharias
I. The ContextA. God working in the lives of Zacharias & ElisabethB. God teaching Zacharias to trustII. The ContentA. a recognition of God’s enduring loveB. a challenge to obedient livingC. an embrace of God’s callingIII. The ConclusionA. thanking God for His mercyB. celebrating the power of the Gospel
Lesson 2 - Handout
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Luke 1:46-55 (Luke 1:11 & 26-55; Hebrews 1:1; Psalm 36:5-10; 103:1; 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Ecclesiastes 5:1-2; Lamentations 3:22-25; 2 Corinthians 4:15-18; James 1:17; 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24)
In this first study, we focus on Mary’s testimony; a powerful declaration of God’s faithfulness, mercy, and transformative work in her life and in the world. Through Mary’s song, we are reminded that God keeps His promises, works through ordinary people, and always accomplishes His purposes.
Mary’s words serve as a compelling call for us to embrace a life marked by gratitude, humility, and faith!
Series description:
The Christmas season present us with an opportunity to reflect on the character of God, and let truth we discover change us!
In this 3 lesson series, we will consider the reflective testimonies of three prominent characters in the Christmas story. Each one will offer to us a unique perspective on God’s working in the world, and what that means for each of us.
Ultimately we will be challenged to resist the consumerism and individualism that dominates our society during this time of year, and to instead humble ourselves, rest in the blessings of God, and commit to being ambassadors of hope, peace, and salvation to those around us
Rejoice: Christmas Meditations
Lesson 1: The Testimony of Mary
I. The ContextA. God’s work of revelation B. God’s working in Mary’s lifeC. God’s confirmation to MaryII. The ContentA. humble gratitude for God’s blessingB. acknowledgement of God’s authorityIII. The ConclusionA. rejoicing in God’s faithfulnessB. trusting in God’s promises
Lesson 1 - Handout
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 2 Thessalonians 1 (2 Thessalonians 1:1-12; 2:1-3; Acts 16:19-27; James 1:3; Galatians 6:2; 2 Corinthians 4:4 & 6; Colossians 3:4; Revelation 19:11-14; 21:1-3)
When it comes to end times, we have questions! Lots of questions! So did this church Thessalonica. They knew a lot about the coming of the Lord, but they were confused. Paul explains what must happen before the Lord returns. Have these things already happened? Paul explains that we can have Steadfast Hope in what God has promised us!
STEADFAST: A Study in 2 ThessaloniansLesson 2: Steadfast Hope
I. Chapter 2
II. Chapter 3
Handout
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 2 Thessalonians 1 (2 Thessalonians 1:1-12; 2:1-3; Acts 16:19-27; James 1:3; Galatians 6:2; 2 Corinthians 4:4 & 6; Colossians 3:4; Revelation 19:11-14; 21:1-3)
This new church at Thessalonica is now growing and thriving, but they have a lot of questions. This new church is like a lot of us. When it comes to subjects like the rapture and the coming of the Lord, they were confused. Paul writes this second letter to help them understand and find peace in the promises of the Lord's return. Their job till Jesus comes was simply to be Steadfast in the Lord!
STEADFAST: A Study in 2 ThessaloniansLesson 1: Steadfast Faith
I. Introduction
1. Salutation
2. Greetings
II. Encouragement in persecutions
A. Thankful for their spiritual growth
B. Encouragement in trials in view of the Lord's return
III. The Big question: Is this speaking of the Rapture or The Second Coming of Christ?
A. Things to ask and consider
--- 1. When will this happen?
--- 2. Who is with Jesus?
--- 3. What will happen at the end?
B. What the Second Coming will look like?
--- 1. punish the lost
--- 2. rejoice with the saved
Handout
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 5 (1 Thessalonians 5:6-28; 1 Peter 5:8; Hebrews 10:25; Galatians 6:1-2; Romans 12:20-21; 15:1)
At the end of Paul's letter to this new church, he speaks to them about the God of peace. Then closes with this reminder that God has all things under His control. Our job is simple...to walk in truth, pray always, watch out for one another, and wait for the coming of the Lord. God's peace will steady our hearts during uncertain times in life. This was true for them and it is just as true for us today!
Series description:
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 7: Unshakable Peace
IV. Chapter 5
Notes
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 4 & 5 (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:1-13; John 5:28-29; 14:3; 1 Corinthians 15:52; Matthew 24:40-42; 1 Peter 5:8; Hebrews 10:25)
We have hope that cannot be described in words. No matter what happens or how things fall apart, nothing can take away our hope of heaven. Paul shares this hope with this new church to give peace in hard times. Jesus made them and us a promise that He is coming again and death would not be the end for us....this gives us HOPE!
Series description:
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 6: Unshakable Hope
III. Chapter 4
D. Walk in hope
--- 1. with no sorrow concerning those who have died
--- 2. for we will be rejoined with them when Christ returns
What will happen?
1. The Lord personally will return for the saved.
2. The saints will be called up to meet Him in the air (Rapture).
3. We will be called home with "the trump of God."
4. The dead in Christ will come with Christ and be "changed."
5. We will be together!
IV. Chapter 5
Notes
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 4 (1 Thessalonians 4:1-18; Romans 9:21; 2 Timothy 2:21; John 14:3; 5:28-29; 1 Corinthians 15:52; Matthew 24:40-42)
What comes to mind when you think about holiness? In reality as a Christian, we are called to holiness. Paul addressed a lot of issues concerning outside opposition, but Paul then turned the focus on the inward battle of purity and holiness. This church was challenged to have unshakable purity.
Series description:
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 5: Unshakable Purity
III. Chapter 4
A. Goldy Instructions
--- 1. to please God
--- 2. to abstain from sexual immorality
B. Walk in love
--- 1. as they are taught by God to love one another
--- 2. to increase more and more
C. Walk in diligence
--- 1. to work with their hands
--- 2. to walk properly toward those who are outside
D. Walk in hope
--- 1. with no sorrow concerning those who have died
--- 2. for we will be rejoined with them when Christ returns
What will happen?
1. The Lord personally will return for the saved.
2. The saints will be called up to meet Him in the air (Rapture).
3. We will be called home with "the trump of God."
4. The dead in Christ will come with Christ and be "changed."
5. We will be together!
Notes
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 3 (1 Thessalonians 3:1-13; 4:1-8; Hebrews 10:25; Ephesians 4:11-12 & 24; 6:12; Acts 6:4; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7; Romans 6:22; 12:10; 2 Corinthians 77:1; 1 Peter 2:9)
One of the most distinguishable characteristics of a Christian should be love. If God is love and we have God in our lives, then the love of God will show through our lives. Paul received the report about the church in I Thessalonians that they were known by their faith and love. This was their reputation and it was obvious. How are you known by others?
Series description:
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 4: Unshakable Love
II. Chapter 3
III. Chapter 4
A. Godly Instructions
--- 1. Walk in holiness
Notes
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Wednesday Oct 09, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 2 & 3 (1 Thessalonians 2:1-20; 3:1-10; Acts 16:22-23; Romans 15:1-3; 1 Corinthians 3:1; Hebrews 10:25; Ephesians 6:12)
The church in Thessalonica was full of new believers and they were facing lots of opposition. What was so encouraging to Paul was that they were so unshaken in their faith. Even though they were facing trails, they were unwavering. Paul writes this letter out of love, like a father, and encourages them to stay strong! We can have unshakable faith even in the midst of great tribulation.
Series description:
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 3: Unshakable Faith
I. Chapter 2
B. Regarding His conduct
--- 1. the manner of his preaching
C. Regarding His concern
--- 1. for their faithfulness
II. Chapter 3
Notes
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 1 & 2 (1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; 2:1-20; 3:1; Acts 16:22-23; Romans 15:1-2)
In the first chapter of Thessalonians, Paul is elated over the testimony and genuine joy that this church was experiencing. Their testimony and passion was spreading to the surrounding cities.Satan was trying to discourage them through opposition, but the opposition was just proving to them that God was working. They had an unshakable joy! A joy that comes from the Spirit of God and not from circumstances. This reminds us that God gives us this same joy through the working of His Spirit! We too can have unshakable joy!
Series description:
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 2: Unshakable Joy
A. Introduction
--- 1. salutations
--- 2. thanksgiving for their faith, hope & love
--- 3. their reputation in every place
B. Regarding his conduct
--- 1. the manner of his preaching
C. Regarding his concern
--- 1. for their faithfulness
Notes
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Wednesday Sep 25, 2024
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 1 (Acts 1:1-2; 17:1 & 4-15; 18:1 & 5; Luke 1:1-4; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5 & 10; 2:19; 3:1-5 & 13; 4:13; 5:23; Micah 5:2; Genesis 49:10; Isaiah 11:1 & 10; 53:1-12; Daniel 9:24-27; Romans 10:17; 16:21)
During Paul's missionary journeys, God was doing some amazing things in the lives of new believers. The church was growing and spreading, but so was the opposition against the church. The church in Thessalonica was under extreme opposition, but they stood strong and continued to flourish.Paul writes them a powerful letter to encourage them and give them hope. This letter is called Thessalonians. It is a letter on how to hold on and remain unshaken in the midst of challenging times.
Unshaken: A Letter to the ThessaloniansLesson 1 (Introduction)
1 Thessalonians 1
Notes