Worship Service

I Love You! (BEFORE I GO — The Final Teachings of Jesus)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 15:9-13 (John 15:9-15; Psalm 23:3; 107:1; Romans 8:16)
 
In the final moments before Jesus gave His life for the sins of the world, He looked at His disciples and told them He loved them. The Creator of the universe spoke these words to men He knew would soon fail Him—and still, He chose to love.Then He went even further: ‘Greater love has no one than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.’ Jesus wasn’t just speaking about love—He was about to demonstrate it in the most powerful way.No matter where you’ve been or how you’ve fallen short, this truth remains: you are deeply loved by the Creator of the universe, with a love greater than any other.
 
Series description:
Jesus knew exactly when—and how—His life would end. On the night before the cross, He gathered with His disciples for one final meal. But this was more than a supper. It was a moment of preparation.Knowing the suffering that awaited Him, Jesus chose to spend His final hours teaching—not crowds, not strangers, but the ones He loved. These were not casual words. They were intentional. Urgent. Eternal.​ In John 13–16, we hear the heart of Jesus. His love, His compassion, His mission, and His promises. These are His final teachings before He took on our sin and endured the cross. And though spoken long ago, these words still speak powerfully today—shaping how we live, love, serve, and follow Him.Before He went to the cross, Jesus made sure we knew what mattered most.
 
BEFORE I GO: The Final Teachings of Jesus
I Love You!
 
Abiding in God's love:
1. Walk in obedience
2. Live with joy

You Need Me! (BEFORE I GO — The Final Teachings of Jesus)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 15:1-8 (John 14:6, 26-27 & 30-31; 15:1-8; Galatians 5:22-23; 2 Corinthians 5:14; Psalms 1:1-3; Hebrews 12:1)
 
On the way to the garden, in some of His final moments before the cross, Jesus gives His disciples a powerful picture: “I am the vine, ye are the branches.” In the Gospel of John 15:1–8, He teaches that real spiritual life doesn’t come from effort—it comes from connection.
The Spirit of God lives in us, changes us, and produces fruit through us. But Jesus makes it clear: without Him, we are lifeless and fruitless.
Join us as we discover what it truly means to abide in Christ. Jesus is teaching us how to live a fulfilled life that truly makes a difference.
 
Series description:
Jesus knew exactly when—and how—His life would end. On the night before the cross, He gathered with His disciples for one final meal. But this was more than a supper. It was a moment of preparation.Knowing the suffering that awaited Him, Jesus chose to spend His final hours teaching—not crowds, not strangers, but the ones He loved. These were not casual words. They were intentional. Urgent. Eternal.​ In John 13–16, we hear the heart of Jesus. His love, His compassion, His mission, and His promises. These are His final teachings before He took on our sin and endured the cross. And though spoken long ago, these words still speak powerfully today—shaping how we live, love, serve, and follow Him.Before He went to the cross, Jesus made sure we knew what mattered most.
 
BEFORE I GO: The Final Teachings of Jesus
You Need Me!
 
1. God created you to bear fruit
2. You must abide in Christ
A. "to stay" - be consistent in your walk
B. "be connected" - connect with what matters
3. God will pur​ge what doesn't belong
 
Illustration #1: Vineyard
 
Illustration #2: Fruit of the vine (cluster of grapes)

You're Not Alone! (BEFORE I GO — The Final Teachings of Jesus)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​John 14-16 (John 4:24; 14:12-14, 16-18 & 25-27; 16:1-4, 7-11 & 13; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Genesis 1:1-2 & 26; 1 John 5:7; Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5; Matthew 7:16; 28:19; 1 Corinthians 3:16; 6:20; 12:3; Galatians 5:22; Acts 1:8; 2 Peter 1:21; Romans 8:11; Ephesians 3:20)
 
On the night before the cross, Jesus gathered His disciples and prepared them for what was to come. Though He was about to leave, He promised they would not be alone. He told them the Comforter—the Holy Spirit—would come to dwell within them, guiding them, convicting them, and giving them peace. What an incredible promise!
 
In John 13–16, Jesus reveals that God would not only be for us, but also with us and in us. Because of this, we are never alone.
 
Series description:
Jesus knew exactly when—and how—His life would end. On the night before the cross, He gathered with His disciples for one final meal. But this was more than a supper. It was a moment of preparation.Knowing the suffering that awaited Him, Jesus chose to spend His final hours teaching—not crowds, not strangers, but the ones He loved. These were not casual words. They were intentional. Urgent. Eternal.​ In John 13–16, we hear the heart of Jesus. His love, His compassion, His mission, and His promises. These are His final teachings before He took on our sin and endured the cross. And though spoken long ago, these words still speak powerfully today—shaping how we live, love, serve, and follow Him.Before He went to the cross, Jesus made sure we knew what mattered most.
 
BEFORE I GO: The Final Teachings of Jesus
You're Not Alone!
 
1. The Spirit gives new life
2. The Spirit gives peace
3. The Spirit brings conviction
4. The Spirit of God empowers us
 
I. A divine force
II. Miraculous power
III. Might​y work
 
Illustration #1: The Trinity
 
Illustration #2: Wind

Better is Coming! (BEFORE I GO — The Final Teachings of Jesus)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​John 13 & 14:1-6 (John 13:17-18, 21, 27 & 33-38; 14:1-6; 1 Corinthians 15:26; Matthew 26:39; Revelation 21:3-5; Luke 13:5)
 
Our world is filled with people who walk through life with troubled hearts. Life brings heartaches, disappointments, and problems that can weigh heavily on us. In the Gospel of John, chapter 13, Jesus humbly washes the disciples’ feet and then begins addressing several difficult realities they will soon face. By the time we come to chapter 14, the mood has shifted, and Jesus speaks directly to their troubled hearts. What He says next brings incredible hope.
Maybe you are carrying a heavy heart today. If so, take comfort in the words of Jesus—there is hope, and things will get better.
 
Series description:
Jesus knew exactly when—and how—His life would end. On the night before the cross, He gathered with His disciples for one final meal. But this was more than a supper. It was a moment of preparation.Knowing the suffering that awaited Him, Jesus chose to spend His final hours teaching—not crowds, not strangers, but the ones He loved. These were not casual words. They were intentional. Urgent. Eternal.​ In John 13–16, we hear the heart of Jesus. His love, His compassion, His mission, and His promises. These are His final teachings before He took on our sin and endured the cross. And though spoken long ago, these words still speak powerfully today—shaping how we live, love, serve, and follow Him.Before He went to the cross, Jesus made sure we knew what mattered most.
 
BEFORE I GO: The Final Teachings of Jesus
Better is Coming!
 
Why troubled hearts:
1. because people will hurt us
2. because Satan will oppose us
3. because we lose people we love
4. because of the failures we carry
 
Better is Coming!
I. Heaven is Coming!
II. Jesus is the Way!
 
Illustration #1: Fellowship Baptist Church Logo

Born Again

Gideon Sullivan (Student, Cedarville University) - ​​John 3-4 (John 1:33; 2:24-25; 3:1-5, 13-21; 4:39; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Acts 19:4; Numbers 21:6-9; Daniel 7:13-14)
 
"Born Again" will examine Nicodemus’ encounter with Christ and Christ’s puzzling response to Nicodemus’ statements. John 3 reveals integral truths about Christ’s role in the Biblical storyline and his atoning work through which believers lay hold of his covenant. It is in light of this encounter that we are given a life defining dilemma: believing in Christ’s Son or rejecting Him and accepting God’s condemnation.

Serve with Humility (BEFORE I GO — The Final Teachings of Jesus)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​John 13 (John 4:35; 10:17-18; 13:1-9 & 15-17; Matthew 20:28; Luke 22:24; Philippians 2:2-8)
 
Jesus knew exactly when—and how—His life would end. On the night before the cross, He gathered with His disciples for one final meal. But this was more than a supper. It was a moment of preparation.Knowing the suffering that awaited Him, Jesus chose to spend His final hours teaching—not crowds, not strangers, but the ones He loved. These were not casual words. They were intentional. Urgent. Eternal.​ In John 13–16, we hear the heart of Jesus. His love, His compassion, His mission, and His promises. These are His final teachings before He took on our sin and endured the cross. And though spoken long ago, these words still speak powerfully today—shaping how we live, love, serve, and follow Him.Before He went to the cross, Jesus made sure we knew what mattered most.
 
BEFORE I GO: The Final Teachings of Jesus
Serve with Humility
 
Serving like Jesus means:
1. We serve with humility
2. We take initiative
3. We point to Jesus
4. We show grace
 
Illustration #1: Dinner table in Bible days

Give Me A Man

Pastor Bryce Copeland (Student Pastor) - ​1 Corinthians 16:13-14; 1 Samuel 17 (1 Corinthians 16:13-14; 1 Samuel 17:2-11, 23-29, 32-37 & 40-51)
 
“Give Me a Man!”
That was Goliath’s taunt echoing through the Valley of Elah—a giant challenging anyone brave enough to fight for their God, their people, and their future. Israel’s army stood frozen in fear… until one young man walked onto the battlefield with nothing but conviction and courage to fight in the name of the Lord.
This message takes you into that moment and calls men today to the same kind of battle-ready faith. Through 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 and the story of David and Goliath, we’re invited to discover what it means to be watchful, stand firm, be strong, and do everything in love—not in our own power, but in the strength of the God who fights for us.
The enemy is still active. The battle still rages.
And God is still calling: “Give Me a man.”
 
Give Me A Man
 
Give me a man who will...
1. Be watchful
2. Stand firm in the faith
3. Be strong
4. Do all things in love
 
Illustration #1: Image of Pastor Bryce Copeland
 
Illustration #2: AI generated image of Pastor Bryce Copeland as David
 
Illustration #3: AI generated image of Pastor Bryce Copeland as David next to Goliath
 
Illustration #4: Goggle Gemini AI (Nano Banana Pro) generated image of Pastor Bryce Copeland as David next to Goliath

Missions 2026 :: Available - I Will Give

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 16:15; John 12:32; Romans 1:16; 10:15; Matthew 6:19-21; 25:14 & 21; 28:19-20; Deuteronomy 8:17-18; Peter 1:3; Psalms 24:1; 50:10-12; Luke 9:23; 12:48; 1 Corinthians 4:2; 16:1-2; Philippians 4:19; 1 Timothy 5:8; John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 9:7
 
Here’s some good news: when it comes to life, church, family—everything—we can live with confidence knowing God has a plan. He isn’t caught off guard or scrambling to figure things out. God already has it all in His hands. His plans are purposeful, and they always accomplish what He intends.That’s true for missions and reaching the world as well. God has a plan for the mission, and He has a plan to fund the mission. We can trust Him completely—God makes no mistakes. Our role is simple: trust His plan and follow His lead. We walk by faith, step in obedience, and do what He has called us to do, confident that He will do what only He can do.
 
Missions 2026
​We’re slowing down, opening our hands, and asking God how He wants to use us in His mission.
 
When Isaiah heard the Lord call, he responded, “Here am I. Send me.” That’s the heart of this month. We’re leaning into God’s mission with open hands and willing spirits—ready to pray, give, go, or take the next faithful step He places before us. When we make ourselves available, God uses ordinary people to reach others with the Gospel and do far more than we could imagine.
 
​Make space in your heart, and come ready for God to speak.
Let’s show up with open hands, praying, “Here am I, Lord. Send me.”
 
 
I Will Give!
 
I. The need is great
II. God has a plan
III. God funds His plan
A. all that we have comes from God
B. all that we have belongs to God
C. we are managers of God's provision
--- 1. we are to take care of our families
--- 2. we are to support the local church
--- 3. we are to support missions
D. we are to give generously
IV. God blesses faithful stewards

Missions 2026 :: Available - Go and Testify

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 1:6-8
 
When we think about missions, our minds often go to far-off places like Africa. But God’s mission begins much closer to home—right where we live and with the people we encounter every day. The Gospel of John gives us a clear and simple picture of how we can point others to the good news of Jesus.
 
Missions 2026
​We’re slowing down, opening our hands, and asking God how He wants to use us in His mission.
 
When Isaiah heard the Lord call, he responded, “Here am I. Send me.” That’s the heart of this month. We’re leaning into God’s mission with open hands and willing spirits—ready to pray, give, go, or take the next faithful step He places before us. When we make ourselves available, God uses ordinary people to reach others with the Gospel and do far more than we could imagine.
 
​Make space in your heart, and come ready for God to speak.
Let’s show up with open hands, praying, “Here am I, Lord. Send me.”
 
 
Go and Testify
1. The Mission
2. The Messenger
3. The Method
4. The Message
 
Illustration #1: Robin from Fat Apple
 
Illustration #2: Counter at Fat Apple
 
Illustration #3a: Cinnamon Rolls from Fat Apple
 
Illustration #3b: Closeup of Cinnamon Rolls from Fat Apple

Missions 2026 :: Available - Knowing Your Calling

Pastor Amir Bhatti (​Missionary, Pakistan) - Nehemiah 1:2-4 (Nehemiah 1:2-4 & 11; 2:1-5; 4:1-3)
 
Knowing Your Calling invites us to slow down, open our hands, and listen for how God wants to use us in His mission. In Nehemiah 1:2–4, we see that God often prepares our hearts before revealing His purpose, granting His favor as we step forward in obedience, even while allowing opposition along the way. Like Nehemiah—and like Isaiah’s response, “Here am I. Send me”—this calling begins with availability. When we make space for God to speak and offer Him willing hearts, He uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary work for His glory. The call may not be easy, but it is always worth answering.
 
Missions 2026
​We’re slowing down, opening our hands, and asking God how He wants to use us in His mission.
 
When Isaiah heard the Lord call, he responded, “Here am I. Send me.” That’s the heart of this month. We’re leaning into God’s mission with open hands and willing spirits—ready to pray, give, go, or take the next faithful step He places before us. When we make ourselves available, God uses ordinary people to reach others with the Gospel and do far more than we could imagine.
 
​Make space in your heart, and come ready for God to speak.
Let’s show up with open hands, praying, “Here am I, Lord. Send me.”
 
 
Knowing Your Calling 
1. It prepares you for God’s purpose 2. You will have God’s favor3. You will have opposition or persecution

Missions 2026 :: Available - Being Available for God to Use You

Pastor Charles Opio (​Missionary, Uganda) - Isaiah 6:1–8 (Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalm 27:4; Hebrews 12:28; 1 John 1:9; 2 Timothy 2:21; 2 Corinthians 4; Zechariah 4:6; Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19-20; Romans 10:14-15)
 
Being available for God to use you is seen clearly in Isaiah 6:1–8 and Isaiah’s response, “Here am I. Send me.” Availability—not ability—is what God desires most. When we offer ourselves to Him with willing hearts, God reveals Himself, transforms us, and sends us to take part in His mission, supplying everything we need along the way.
 
Missions 2026
​We’re slowing down, opening our hands, and asking God how He wants to use us in His mission.
 
When Isaiah heard the Lord call, he responded, “Here am I. Send me.” That’s the heart of this month. We’re leaning into God’s mission with open hands and willing spirits—ready to pray, give, go, or take the next faithful step He places before us. When we make ourselves available, God uses ordinary people to reach others with the Gospel and do far more than we could imagine.
 
​Make space in your heart, and come ready for God to speak.
Let’s show up with open hands, praying, “Here am I, Lord. Send me.”
 
 
Being Available for God to Use You
 
1. Availability helps us see God clearly
2. Availability leads to cleansing and growth
3. Availability allows God's power to work through us
4. Availability leads to mission

Restored (Messy Life :: The Story of Jacob)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Galatians 6:1; 1 John 1:9; Colossians 2:14; Psalms 23:1, 3 & 6; 51:12; Genesis 30:26-27, 32 & 43; 31:1, 4-7 & 13; 32:1, 3-5, 9-11, 13, 18 & 27-28; 33:3-4; Matthew 18:20
 
Life gets messy—and sometimes the mess is of our own making. In the final message of the Messy Life series, we discover that restoration doesn’t begin by ignoring the past, but by humbly facing it. God calls us to repentance not to shame us, but to heal us. When we stop running, He meets us with grace, forgiveness, and the power to restore our messy lives.
This message invites us to honestly confront our past, humble ourselves before God, and trust Him to do what only He can do.
God is not afraid of our mess.
 
Series description:
Have you ever heard someone say, “My life is such a mess”—or maybe you’ve said it yourself? The truth is, life didn’t start out this way. Somewhere along the road, things got complicated. Choices were made. Words were spoken. Wounds were created. And now we’re left carrying regret, family drama that only seems to grow worse, and patterns of decisions we wish we could undo.
The problem is, these things don’t simply disappear. They stack up. They linger. And over time, life can begin to feel heavy—almost unbearable.
Here’s the good news: the Bible is filled with stories of people whose lives were just as messy. We’re talking about broken families, terrible decisions, and lifelong regrets. One of those stories is the life of Jacob. And while his life is marked by deception, conflict, and consequence, that’s not where his story ends.
That’s the beauty of Jacob’s story—he doesn’t stay in the mess. There’s a turning point. There’s healing. And his journey becomes more than just his own story; it becomes a powerful picture of what God can do with our messes when we surrender them to Him.
So let’s be honest. Let’s get real. And let’s discover how the power of God can bring transformation—even in the middle of our mess.
 
Messy Life: The Story of Jacob
Restored
 
Hope for messy lives:
I. God forgives
A. confess your sins
B. accept God's forgiveness
II. God blesses
A. God works in our lives
B. God works in unexpected ways
III. God restores
A. take responsibility
B. seek God's help
C. don't make promises, make changes
D. be humble
E. watch God work
 
Remember:
1. God is not afraid of our messes
2. Restoration is a process
3. God gives us new beginnings
 
 
Illustration #1a: Abandoned car
 
Illustration #1b: Restored car
 
Illustration #1c: Before & After Car Restoration