Fellowship Baptist Church

For His Glory :: Understanding the Purpose for Everything

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 1 Kings 18:21-39 (Isaiah 43:7; 1 Chronicles 16:24; Psalms 19:1; 34:3; 50:15; 1 Corinthians 10:31; Matthew 5:16; 19:26; 1 Kings 18:21, 23-24, 26, 28-30 & 36-39; Jeremiah 33:3)
 
What is the purpose for everything that happens in our Christian life?
It all comes down to one thing, the glory of God. This brings up a question, what is the glory of God? The glory of God could be described as the greatness of God. The deep desire of God is for His creation to know His greatness and power. He desires for us to point to and declare His greatness.
The journey you are on right now is a set-up to bring Him glory! Every trial, blessing, challenge, and success is an opportunity to point to God’s greatness. So, what is the purpose for whatever you are facing right now? Don’t miss out on the great opportunity we have to point to our great God!
 
For His Glory :: Understanding the Purpose for Everything
-- What is the glory of God?
I. Their desperate condition
-- Can you see the desperate condition around us?
 
II. Our great opportunity
-- Do you desire to experience the glory of God?
-- Do we ask for it?
 
III. The power of His Glory

The Sermon on the Mount: Living in the Kingdom of Heaven --- Lesson #4

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Matthew 5:17-48; Deuteronomy 23:21-23; 24:1-4
 
The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is the longest recorded teaching of Jesus, and the most important. Throughout this series, we'll look at the Sermon as the foundation of what Jesus thought, believed, and taught, and ask how we ought to live because of what it says.
The Sermon on the Mount"Living in the Kingdom of Heaven"
Lesson #4
I. He quotes the BibleII. He interprets, extends and/or counters quoteIII. He counters the traditional interpretationIV. He speaks to the purposeV. He draws out the application to life

Hidden Sin

Pastor Dave Liuzzo (Executive Pastor) - Joshua 7:20-22 (Joshua 7:4-13, 20-22 & 24-25; Galatians 5:17; 6:7-8; 1 Peter 1:16; Romans 6:1-2 & 12-13; Numbers 32:23; John 15:5; Isaiah 59:1-2; Psalm 139:23-24; Hebrews 11:24-25; 13:4; Proverbs 16:18; 28:13; 1 John 1:9)
Have you ever had something in your life that you didn’t want anybody to find out about? How about sin? 
We have all done it at some point; covered up our sin and tried to hide it. This is called hidden sin! No matter how hard we try to cover it up, it always comes out. If you’re tired of covering your sin up, then it's time to learn what hidden sin does and how to remove it.
 
Hidden Sin
I. Weakens Warriors
A. They retreated from war
B. They questioned God
--- 1. God's integrity
--- 2. God's will
 
II. Voids Victories
A. Soldiers' Power was Removed
B. God's Presence was Removed
 
III. Causes Casualties
A. By hurting friends
B. By destroying families

Drifting Away from the Lord

Tony Raffa (FBC Member) - Hebrews 2:1-3 (Hebrews 2:1-3; 10:30-31; 1 Timothy 1:19-20; John 14:6; 2 Timothy 2:15 & 19; Romans 6:23; 1 Samuel 15:22; Galatians 6:7)
 
Drifting Away from the LordI. ListenII. ObeyIII. Escape Judgement

It‘s Worth the Wait!

Calvin Houser (FBC Missionary, Philippines) - Romans 8:18-29; 1 Corinthians 15:53-58
Waiting on God is a sacred opportunity to clearly see His work in the World, His ways in our lives, and His will for our future.
 
It's Worth the Wait!
I. Our Present WaitingA. through the sufferings of this present timeB. for the glory to be revealed in us and to usC. in the bondage of corruptionD. to be delivered to glorious liberty
II. God's Plan for Our WaitingA. to find hope even in the unseenB. to learn patience in our trialsC. to rely on the help of the Holy Spirit--- 1. for our infirmities--- 2. for our inability--- 3. for our intercession
III. God's Promises in Our WaitingA. to SEE His wisdom through His will begin doneB. to KNOW His working is for goodC. to BECOME more like JESUS

The Sermon on the Mount: Living in the Kingdom of Heaven --- Lesson #3

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Matthew 1:19-23; 2:4-6, 14-18 & 23; 5:3-20; Isaiah 7:10-16; 11:1; Micah 5:2; Hosea 11:1; Jeremiah 31:15; Galatians 3:23
 
The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is the longest recorded teaching of Jesus, and the most important. Throughout this series, we'll look at the Sermon as the foundation of what Jesus thought, believed, and taught, and ask how we ought to live because of what it says.
The Sermon on the Mount"Living in the Kingdom of Heaven"
Lesson #3
I. Wrapping Up the BeatitudesView 1: Entrance requirementsView 2: A description of characterView 3: An invitation to wisdom
II. Salt and LightPrincipal 1: Actions MatterPrincipal 2: What you do, do to glorify the Father
III. Fulfilling the law and the prophetsQuestion 1: What does "fulfillment" mean in Matthew?Answer: Different things at different timesQuestion 2: What does it mean to "fulfill" the law and the prophets?Answer 1: The law was our schoolmasterAnswer 2: The transformation of the law in the Sermon on the Mount

BREAKTHROUGH

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 9:14-29 (Mark 9:14-29; Hebrews 4:15; Ephesians 4:23; 6:10-12, 14 & 17-18; John 8:44; Philippians 4:8)
Sometimes things in life can just feel completely overwhelming. I’m sure you can relate. We can face some problems that seem to have the upper hand on us. 
In our minds, we give up and admit defeat. There is a force behind the problems of this world. Satan is the ruler of darkness and works through life’s problems to make us feel defeated.
We must wake up and understand that we are God’s children! We were created to stand against evil and to live out the power of God! The disciples experienced a time of spiritual defeat in the gospels, but Jesus stepped in and taught them how to experience a breakthrough!
It’s time we stand in the power of prayer to experience spiritual breakthroughs in our lives.
 
BREAKTHROUGH
When we need a breakthrough:I. We must deal with our doubtII. Confront the real problemIII. Embrace the power of prayer

The Sermon on the Mount: Living in the Kingdom of Heaven --- Lesson #2

John Sullivan (FBC Trustee + Deacon) - Matthew 2:1-14; 4:23; 5:1-12; Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Exodus 1:15-22; 2:1-4; 32:15
 
The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is the longest recorded teaching of Jesus, and the most important. Throughout this series, we'll look at the Sermon as the foundation of what Jesus thought, believed, and taught, and ask how we ought to live because of what it says.
The Sermon on the Mount"Living in the Kingdom of Heaven"
Lesson #2
I. A Prophet Like Me from Among YouA. The Setting of the Sermon: A MountaintopB. The Promises of MosesC. Fulfillment in the Story of JesusD. On the Mountaintop: A New Law
II. The BeatitudesPrinciple 1: Focus on the Structure of the BeatitudesPrinciple 2: Focus on the Audience of the BeatitudesPrinciple 3: Focus on the "For" in each BeatitudePrinciple 4: Focus on the Beginning and the EndPrinciple 5: Focus on the Invitation into Kingdom Life

Don‘t Quit in the Pit

Mark Bishop (Senior Pastor, GracePointe Baptist Church) - Jeremiah 38:6 (Jeremiah 8:20-22; 20:9; 38:6-11; 1 Corinthians 3:9; 1 John 4:4 & 7; Psalm 23:4; 133:1; John 14:6; Isiah 26:3)
 
Don't Quit in the Pit
 
Intro 1. turned people against him 2. tormented his mind 3. tried to get him to quit I. Help in the Brethren II. Hope in the Book III. Healing in the Balm 
 
Truths about the balm
1. found on a certain tree on a certain hill
2. everyone has access to the tree
3. it's free

The Sermon on the Mount: Living in the Kingdom of Heaven --- Lesson #1

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
 
The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is the longest recorded teaching of Jesus, and the most important. Throughout this series, we'll look at the Sermon as the foundation of what Jesus thought, believed, and taught, and ask how we ought to live because of what it says.
The Sermon on the Mount"Living in the Kingdom of Heaven"
Lesson #1I. The Sermon on the Mount: Four Greek WordsWord 1: Μακάριος (Makarios)Word 2: τέλειος (Teleios)Word 3: βασιλεία τῶν οὐρανῶν (Basileia ton ouranon)Word 4: καρδία (Kardia)
II. Context of the SermonTheme 1: FulfillmentTheme 2: Heaven Meets EarthTheme 3: The Wisdom to Live a Virtuous Life
III. TakeawaysTakeaway 1: Read the Sermon for What It IsTakeaway 2: Concentrate on How the Sermon Teaches Us to “Flourish” by Living a Virtuous Life

Falling in Love with the Church

Pastor Dave Liuzzo (Executive Pastor) - 1 Corinthians 12 (1 Corinthians 12:1-27; Romans 12:4 & 6; Ephesians 4:12 & 16; John 1:12; 12:32; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 6:1-2)
 
Have you ever fallen in love?How about with the church? It’s hard to get involved with what God is doing at Fellowship Baptist Church if you don’t love your church. You have a special part in the church and it’s time to learn what it is and how you can be a part of it.Are you ready to fall in love with the church? Listen to learn how!
 
Falling in Love with the Church
 
I. Know Your Purpose in the Church
A. Your purpose is defined by your spiritual gift
B. Your purpose is directed by the Spirit of God
--- 1. for the profiting of the church
--- 2. for the will of God
 
II. Know Your Part in the Church
A. Your part is one of many
B. Your part is intentional
C. Your part is necessary
D. Your part is connected

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