Fellowship Baptist Church

Sharing God’s Story: Understanding & Communicating the Gospel (Week 5)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - Matthew 28:19-20; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4; Romans 1:16; 3:9-23; 5:6-10 & 12-21; 6:23; 10:1-10 & 13-17; Isaiah 53:1-6; 61:10; 64:6-7; Psalm 14:1-3; 51:5; Titus 3:3-7; Philippians 3:4-11; 1 Timothy 1:15; 2 Corinthians 8:9; 1 John 3:16; John 3:16-17; 9:35-38; Ephesians 2:8-9; Hebrews 10:13; Acts 8:26-39
 
Welcome to the fifth episode of our summer teaching series, Discipleship Deep Dive. Today, Pastor Matt will teach us about being a witness for Jesus. He will leads us through the New Testament book of Romans and identify key passages that teach the essential truths of God’s grace and salvation. He will also show us some powerful scriptures and illustrations that will help us understand how we can share the good news of God’s love with others! This series is for everyone who wants to deepen their commitment to God and His Word!
 
Discipleship Deep Dive"Sharing God's Story: Understanding and Communicating the Gospel"1. What does it mean to be made righteous?2. How are we reconciled to God?3. What does it mean to confess Jesus as Lord?
 
Family Guide
Notes
Homework
Resource (Romans Road Bookmark)
Extra Resource (The Story Video)
Memory Verse: Matthew 28:19-20
 
Series description:
Welcome to Discipleship Deep Dive! 
We are excited to offer this summer training program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to grow in your faith and effectively share the Gospel with others. 
During each session, our pastors and leaders will provide engaging lectures, interactive discussions, and practical application opportunities to help you grow in your understanding of the Christian faith and develop the skills you need to share your faith with confidence. 
We are offering these summer equipping sessions as a way for the whole family to strengthen their faith. Adults, students, and kids will study the same topic every night this summer. And you will go home with a family discussion guide to aid you in quality family discussions. 
Commit to the training you need to be ready to be disciples of Jesus in today's world!

No One Like Him! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 1 & 2 (Mark 1:1-22; 2:10; Matthew 3:14-15; Hebrews 4:15; Luke 4:18-19)
 
When Jesus began His public ministry, His mission was way more than meeting needs and healing people. Did He do these things? Yes! Why? Because He loves us and He cares about us.
In Mark chapter two, Jesus used an unusual situation to not only show us our greatest need, but He showed us all how He is our ONLY hope!
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"No One Like Him!"
 
I. He came to confront sin.
II. He confronts our enemy.
III. He starts a movement. 

Sharing My Story: Witnessing for Christ Effectively (Week 4)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Acts 1:8; 4:20; 16:9; 2 Corinthians 4:34; 5:20; Matthew 4:19; 5:14 & 16; 9:36-38; 28:19-20; Luke 8:5 & 11; 16:27; 19:10; Ephesians 5:8 & 15-16; John 4:28-30 & 35; 6:44; 9:5; 15:27; 16:8-9; Mark 16:15; 2 Timothy 1:7; 2:15; Philippians 2:4-5; 1 Peter 3:15; Psalms 107:2; 1 Corinthians 3:6
 
Welcome to the fourth episode of our summer teaching series, Discipleship Deep Dive. Today, Pastor Tony will teach us about being a witness for Jesus. He will answer some vital questions, such as, What is a disciple? How can people be saved? How can we use our stories to demonstrate the power of the Gospel? He will also show us some powerful scriptures and illustrations that will help us understand how we can better point people to Jesus! This series is for everyone who wants to deepen their commitment to being a witness for Jesus!
 
Discipleship Deep Dive"Sharing My Story: Witnessing for Christ Effectively"1. What does it mean to be a disciple?2. What is the condition of the unsaved?3. What motivates us to share the Gospel?4. Why don't more Christians share the Gospel with others?5. How do you share your story?
 
Family Guide
Notes
Homework
Sharing My Testimony Worksheet
Memory Verse: Acts 1:8
 
Series description:
Welcome to Discipleship Deep Dive! 
We are excited to offer this summer training program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to grow in your faith and effectively share the Gospel with others. 
During each session, our pastors and leaders will provide engaging lectures, interactive discussions, and practical application opportunities to help you grow in your understanding of the Christian faith and develop the skills you need to share your faith with confidence. 
We are offering these summer equipping sessions as a way for the whole family to strengthen their faith. Adults, students, and kids will study the same topic every night this summer. And you will go home with a family discussion guide to aid you in quality family discussions. 
Commit to the training you need to be ready to be disciples of Jesus in today's world!

The Best News Ever! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 1 (Matthew 1:1-2 & 22; 3:16-17; 7:29; Acts 12:12-13 & 24-25; 13:13; 15:36-40; Colossians 4:10; 2 Timothy 4:11; Luke 1:1; John 1:1-2; Mark 1:1; 8:27-29; Genesis 3:15; 12:3; 49:10; Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 61:1; Psalms 89:20)
 
Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"The Best News Ever!"
 
4 Gospels = 4 views/perspectives
1. Matthew
2. Luke
3. John
4. Mark
 
In the Bible, there were 3 groups of people that were anointed:
1. Prophet
2. The Priest
3. The King
 
Illustration #1: String quartet
 
Illustration #2: Movie camera
 
Illustration #3: A great fire in the city of Rome (64 AD)
 
Illustration #4: Christians tarred, lite on fire and used as human torches
 
Illustration #5: Christians killed by lions as entertainment at Colosseums

Walking in the Spirit: Understanding the Holy Spirit & His Power in Your Life (Week 3)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Galatians 5:22-23; 1 Timothy 2:5; Genesis 1:1-2 & 26; Matthew 3:16; 1 Corinthians 6:19; 8:6; 12:1-31; John 3:16-17; 6:44; 14:16 & 26; 16:8-9 & 12-15 & 18; Colossians 1:16; 2 Corinthians 1:22; 5:19; 1 Samuel 10:10; 16:13; 2 Peter 1:21; Acts 1:8; 2:2-4; Hebrews 12:29; Romans 6:11; 8:11; 10:9; 1 John 1:9; Ephesians 2:1; Titus 3:5; 1 Peter 1:2 & 16; Galatians 5:16-17, 19-20 & 22-25; 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Psalms 1:1-3
 
Welcome to the third episode of our summer teaching series, Discipleship Deep Dive. Today, Pastor Tony will teach us about the Holy Spirit. He will answer some vital questions, such as, Who is the Holy Spirit? What is the Trinity, How can I walk in the Spirit? What is the Fruit of the Spirit? He will also show us some powerful scriptures and illustrations that will help us grasp the amazing gift that of the Holy Spirit! This series is for everyone who wants to deepen their understanding and appreciation of who God is and how He works in our lives through His Spirit!
 
Discipleship Deep Dive: Week 3"Walking in the Spirit: Understanding the Holy Spirit and His Power in Your Life"1. What is the Trinity?2. Who is the Holy Spirit?3. How do we receive the Holy Spirit?4. What does the Holy Spirit do in our personal lives?5. What does it mean to walk in the Spirit?6. What is the fruit of the Spirit?
 
Family Guide
Notes
Homework
Memory Verse: Galatians 5:22-23
 
Series description:
Welcome to Discipleship Deep Dive! 
We are excited to offer this summer training program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to grow in your faith and effectively share the Gospel with others. 
During each session, our pastors and leaders will provide engaging lectures, interactive discussions, and practical application opportunities to help you grow in your understanding of the Christian faith and develop the skills you need to share your faith with confidence. 
We are offering these summer equipping sessions as a way for the whole family to strengthen their faith. Adults, students, and kids will study the same topic every night this summer. And you will go home with a family discussion guide to aid you in quality family discussions. 
Commit to the training you need to be ready to be disciples of Jesus in today's world!

A Father’s Love

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Luke 22 (Psalms 127:3; 1 John 4:7-9; John 15:13; Luke 6:12; 22:31-34, 39-42 & 44; 1 Peter 5:8; Hebrews 13:17; Proverbs 22:6, Psalm 34:8)
 
When Jesus walked the earth, He set the example in so many ways. He was here to demonstrate and communicate the Father's love. Of course, His greatest example was the cross, but Jesus displayed the Father's love in other ways before He went to the cross.
Luke 22 is a powerful example of our true love. If you read this passage, you might not view this as a display of love, but Jesus was teaching the power of true love in action. There is no greater example of love than our Father's love!
 
A Father's Love
I. Love speaks truthA. warn themB. confront themII. Love stands with othersIII. Love leads by example
 

The Bible: It’s Origin, Authority and Inspiration (Week 2)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 2 Timothy 3:14-17; Psalm 12:6; 19:1-2 & 7; 119:97-105 & 140; Romans 1:18-20; 2:14-15; Hebrews 1:1; John 1:1 & 14; 14:26; 17:17; Matthew 5:17-18; 2 Peter 1:16-21; 3:14-16; Acts 1:16-17; Exodus 34:27; Deuteronomy 6:1-9; 17:18; Joshua 1:8; Luke 2:4; 24:27 & 44; Acts 4:23-30; 8:26-38; 17:10-12; 1 Timothy 5:18; 1 Corinthians 2:9-16; Ephesians 2:19-22; Proverbs 30:5; Micah 5:2; Isaiah 11:1; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Genesis 3:15; Revelation 1:1
 
Welcome to the second episode of our summer teaching series, Discipleship Deep Dive. Today, Pastor Matt will teach us about the origin and authority of the Bible. He will answer some vital questions, such as, Where did the Bible come from? What does it mean that the Bible is the inspired Word of God? What does it mean that the Bible is the final authority for what we believe? He will also show us some powerful scriptures and illustrations that will help us grasp the amazing gift that is the Bible! This series is for everyone who wants to deepen their understanding and appreciation of God’s Word and God’s faithfulness!
 
Discipleship Deep Dive: Week 2"The Bible: Its Origin, Authority, and Inspiration"1. How did we get the Bible?2. What does it mean that the Bible is the inspired Word of God?3. How can we be confident that we have God's Word today?4. What does it mean that the Bible is the authoritative Word of God?
 
Family Guide
Notes
Homework
Resource (Bible Bookmarks)
Memory Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16-17
 
Series description:
Welcome to Discipleship Deep Dive! 
We are excited to offer this summer training program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to grow in your faith and effectively share the Gospel with others. 
During each session, our pastors and leaders will provide engaging lectures, interactive discussions, and practical application opportunities to help you grow in your understanding of the Christian faith and develop the skills you need to share your faith with confidence. 
We are offering these summer equipping sessions as a way for the whole family to strengthen their faith. Adults, students, and kids will study the same topic every night this summer. And you will go home with a family discussion guide to aid you in quality family discussions. 
Commit to the training you need to be ready to be disciples of Jesus in today's world!

BE LIGHT: Lightening our souls to light the world. (Priorities)

Pastor Bryce Copeland (Student Pastor) - Matthew 6 (Matthew 6:1-34)
 
In this series we’ve been looking at what it means to be light—working to lighten our souls to be lights in the world. In this episode, we will look at Matthew 6 and identify four more things that can weigh us down.
 
Series description: Christians are called to be salt and light. Salt is savory, light is seen and bright. When we are lighting the world as we are called to, the world around us sees our good works and is influenced to glorify God. Unfortunately, our souls can get heavy with sin and distractions that keep us from being the light.
In this three-week journey, we will explore how the burdens of life and the world have dimmed our light, hindering our ability to radiate the love and message of Jesus. Discover the wisdom Jesus imparts to lift the burdens of our souls, enabling us to shine brightly as beacons of hope in a darkened world. Rediscover how to lighten your soul and embrace your role as the salt and light of the world.
 
 
BE LIGHT: Lightening our souls to light the world.
Priorities 
 
4 Rocks of Matthew 6
1. Performance
— charitable/righteous deeds
— prayer
— fasting
2. Unforgiveness
3. Materialism
4. Anxiety
 
There are two paths to take:
— Keep your priorities straight. Seek God's Kingdom and let everything else fall in line.
— Seek first my kingdom, and my sinful desires, and culture's lies.
 
CHALLENGE
"Be bold enough to identify what is weighing you down, and humble enough to give it over to God."

Understanding Salvation and Eternal Security (Week 1)

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - 1 Corinthians 16:19-20 & 22; Galatians 1:6-9; 2:16; 4:5-6; Romans 3:10-12 & 23; 5:1 & 12; 6:23; 8:30; Genesis 2:15-17; Isaiah 59:1-2; 64:6; John 1:12 & 29; 3:3, 16 & 36; 6:47; 10:27-29; 14:6; Luke 16:19-31; Matthew 16:24; 25:41; Revelation 21:8; 1 Peter 1:5; 3:18; 2 Corinthians 5:17 & 21; 1 John 2:2; 4:10; Hebrews 9:12 & 22; Acts 4:12; Ephesians 2:1 & 8-9; 4:30; Mark 1:15; 2:17; 2 Peter 3:9; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Philippians 3:20-21
 
Welcome to the first episode of our summer teaching series, Discipleship Deep Dive. Today, Pastor Chris will teach us about salvation and eternal security in Christ. He will answer some vital questions, such as: Why do we need salvation? How can we be saved? What does salvation do for us? How can we be sure that we are saved forever? He will also show us some powerful scriptures and illustrations that will help us grasp the amazing gift of God’s grace. This series is for everyone who wants to deepen their understanding and appreciation of God’s love and grace. Don’t miss it!
 
Discipleship Deep Dive: Week 1"Understanding Salvation and Eternal Security"
1. Why is salvation necessary for mankind?2. How can a person be saved?3. What does salvation accomplish?4. How can we have confidence that our salvation is secure forever?
 
Family Guide
Notes
Homework
Memory Verse: John 10:27-28
 
Series description:
Welcome to Discipleship Deep Dive! 
We are excited to offer this summer training program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to grow in your faith and effectively share the Gospel with others. 
During each session, our pastors and leaders will provide engaging lectures, interactive discussions, and practical application opportunities to help you grow in your understanding of the Christian faith and develop the skills you need to share your faith with confidence. 
We are offering these summer equipping sessions as a way for the whole family to strengthen their faith. Adults, students, and kids will study the same topic every night this summer. And you will go home with a family discussion guide to aid you in quality family discussions. 
Commit to the training you need to be ready to be disciples of Jesus in today's world!

BE LIGHT: Lightening our souls to light the world. (Following Jesus in my lifestyle)

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - Matthew 5 (Matthew 5:9 & 13-48; 16:24; Ecclesiastes 7:9; Romans 5:8; 12:19-21; Proverbs 12:22; Ephesians 4:25; Colossians 3:9)
 
Let's explore what it means to be the light of the world! Discover how you can put Jesus’ teachings into practice in your everyday life. Come and learn about true Christian living in message #2 of our series called “Be Light”.
 
Series description: Christians are called to be salt and light. Salt is savory, light is seen and bright. When we are lighting the world as we are called to, the world around us sees our good works and is influenced to glorify God. Unfortunately, our souls can get heavy with sin and distractions that keep us from being the light.
In this three-week journey, we will explore how the burdens of life and the world have dimmed our light, hindering our ability to radiate the love and message of Jesus. Discover the wisdom Jesus imparts to lift the burdens of our souls, enabling us to shine brightly as beacons of hope in a darkened world. Rediscover how to lighten your soul and embrace your role as the salt and light of the world.
 
BE LIGHT: Lightening our souls to light the world.
Following Jesus in my lifestyle
 
The lifestyle of being light
— Leaves no room for hypocrisy.
— Requires a relationship with Jesus.
— Demands total commitment.
 
4 Lifestyle Rocks
1. Hatred (anger, hatred, ongoing conflict, bitterness)
2. Impurity (lustful looking, divorce, vow-breaking)
3. Dishonesty (commitments, faithfulness, honesty)
4. Indifference (retaliation, loving enemies, judgement)
 
MAIN POINT:
"Being light means that you live the lifestyle Jesus teaches with authenticity all the time."

BE LIGHT: Lightening our souls to light the world. (Being salt + light)

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship + Missions) - Matthew 5:13-16 (Matthew 5:13-16; 11:28-29; 2 Corinthians 5:19-20; Colossians 4:6; 1 Timothy 4:12; John 8:12; 9:5; 14:6; Psalms 119:105; Ephesians 4:15; Acts 4:12; Hebrews 12:1-2)
 
Take a listen to this transformative sermon series titled "Be Light" where we dive into Jesus' teachings on the mountaintop. 
Christians are called to be salt and light. Salt is savory, light is seen and bright. When we are lighting the world as we are called to, the world around us sees our good works and is influenced to glorify God. Unfortunately, our souls can get heavy with sin and distractions that keep us from being the light.
In this three-week journey, we will explore how the burdens of life and the world have dimmed our light, hindering our ability to radiate the love and message of Jesus. Discover the wisdom Jesus imparts to lift the burdens of our souls, enabling us to shine brightly as beacons of hope in a darkened world. Rediscover how to lighten your soul and embrace your role as the salt and light of the world.
 
BE LIGHT: Lightening our souls to light the world.
 
Being salt + light
I. I am salt
— salt preserves
— salt enhances flavor
 
II. I am light
— light gives direction
— light displays the truth

Reading Revelation Responsibly - Week 9

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Revelation 21-22 (Revelation 21:1-27; 22:1-21)
 
Women riding many-headed beasts? Talking eagles? Many-faced creatures that sing on a sea made of glass? The Book of Revelation can be confusing, and even a little frightening.
Although we often focus on the prophetic nature of the Revelation, it is meant to give hope to believers in every age. Let's study this often-misunderstood part of the Bible.
 
​Reading Revelation Responsibly - Week 9
Lesson Handout
 
Illustration #1: The New Jerusalem (Heavenly city) size compared to Americas.