Fellowship Baptist Church

ORIGINS: The Origin of Creation

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Genesis 1 (Matthew 7:24-29; Genesis 1:1-28; 2:1-3 & 7; 2 Timothy 3:1; Psalms 14:1; 19:1; Romans 1:20-22)
 
It is not surprising for us to hear that the world was created by God. The Bible is very clear about this! Most people know that God created the world in six days, but have you ever wondered why? God could have created everything in a moment, but He chose six days for a reason. God does everything for a reason, so what is the reason for six days of creation? What is God teaching us that is so important?
 
Series description:
To understand life, we must understand where it all began. The question of, "Why are we here..." can be answered by, "Who made us." If we are here because of a cosmic accident, that means that we are part of a random accident that happened millions of years ago. But if we were created by a creator, then our life has purpose and meaning because we were planned and desired!To understand life, we must understand our beginning! Origins will be an in-depth study of the first chapters of the Bible that explains the foundations and purpose for everything!
 
ORIGINS: The Foundation of Life & Purpose
"The Origin of Creation"
 
Creation shows us...
1. The power of God
2. The order of God
3. The proof of God
 
Illustration #1A: Construction of Dinoff Hall Foundation
 
Illustration #1B: Construction of Dinoff Hall Foundation
 
Illustration #1C: Construction of Dinoff Hall Foundation
 
Illustration #1D: Construction of Dinoff Hall Foundation
 
Illustration #2: Bob Ross (artist/painter)
 
Illustration #3: Abstract artwork
 
Illustration #4: Bob Ross' Painting of Mountains
 
Illustration #5: Solar Eclipse (April 8, 2024)
Illustration #6: Northern Lights (Columbus, OH; May 10, 2024)

Why Believe? — Introduction to Apologetics (Week 1)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Peter 3:8-9 & 14-15; 5:5-9; Jude 1:3; Matthew 22:15-33; Luke 24:13-27; Acts 1:8; 17:1-4 & 16-34; Titus 3:2-9; Romans 1:15-16; Nehemiah 8:8; Ephesians 6:18-20; 1 Peter 3:8-9
 
In an age marked by growing skepticism, people are increasingly seeking answers to profound questions. As believers, it is imperative that we equip ourselves so that we can offer compelling answers to these questions.
One word historically used to describe engagement with difficult questions is apologetics. In this lesson, we will explore the concept of Christian apologetics, examine an example of this engagement from Jesus during His public ministry, and consider practical ways we can apply apologetics in our own lives
 
Why Believe?  — Answering Big Questions About God & the BibleIntroduction to Apologetics
I. Apologetics DefinedII. Apologetics Exemplified--- A. Jesus the Teacher--- B. The Apostles--- C. The Priority of GospelIII. Apologetics Practiced--- A. Witnessing--- B. The Study of Scripture--- C. Prayer--- D. Humility
 
Notes
Homework
Memory Verse: 1 Peter 3:14-15
 
Series description:
In an age marked by growing skepticism, individuals are increasingly seeking answers to profound questions. As believers, it is imperative that we equip ourselves to provide thoughtful responses to these inquiries.
Join us this summer for a teaching series we are calling, "Why Believe?: Answering Big Questions About God & the Bible," as we embark on a journey to equip ourselves with Scriptural insights to help us give an answer for our faith. Each week will include engaging lectures, and opportunities to discuss the topics further in small groups!  
Together, we will explore big questions like, “Does the Bible Promote Hate and Discrimination?”, “Has Science Disproved Christianity?”, and “How Can A Loving God Send People to Hell?”. By facing these questions head on, we will prepare ourselves to engage an increasingly skeptical culture with Scriptural, and well-reasoned answers!

ORIGINS: The Foundation of Everything

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Genesis 1 (Genesis 1:1 & 16-18; John 1:3; Colossians 1:17; Psalm 139:14; Jeremiah 1:5; Deuteronomy 10:14)
 
To understand life, we must understand where it all began. The question of, "Why are we here..." can be answered by, "Who made us." If we are here because of a cosmic accident, that means that we are part of a random accident that happened millions of years ago. But if we were created by a creator, then our life has purpose and meaning because we were planned and desired!To understand life, we must understand our beginning! Origins will be an in-depth study of the first chapters of the Bible that explains the foundations and purpose for everything!
 
ORIGINS: The Foundation of Life & Purpose
"The Foundation of Everything"
 
1. God is author of everything
— God is the source of everything
— God created everything with purpose
— God is the owner of all

NOISE

Pastor Bryce Copeland (Student Pastor) - 1 Kings 19 (John 10:1-10; 1 Kings 19:1-4 & 9-14)
 
Have you ever been in a situation where the noise of your environment made it hard to hear the things you needed to hear? Oftentimes, our ability to hear what God is trying to tell us is drowned out by the noise of our lives. Come this Sunday to see what we can learn about clearing out the unnecessary noise in order to hear God better.
 
NOISE
 
BIG TRUTH: It is hard to hear God when there is too much noise.
1. Noise distorts reality
2. You must silence the unnecessary noise
3. You must practice intentional silence

Gospel Change: A Gospel Centered Church

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 (1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; 1 Timothy 5:17; Mark 9:33-35; 16:15; Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew 28:20; 1 Peter 3:8-11; 1 Peter 1:8-9, Matthew 6:5a, Galatians 4:16, Hebrews 5:11-14)
 
As Paul brings the letter to a close, he challenges the believers to be a different kind of people. His words encourage us to prioritize servant leadership over mere talents and gifts. We are called to actively engage in the lives of others through discipling and mentoring, and to embrace a life of obedience to Jesus and His commands. The result is a local church that reflects the power and beauty of the Gospel!
 
Series description:
We believe the Gospel has the power to change lives, but how often do we see this transformational power in the lives of people we know?In this series, we will consider the example of Paul’s Gospel preaching ministry in the ancient city of Thessalonica. As we study 1 Thessalonians, we will see the difference the Gospel makes, and be challenged with practical steps that we can take to become more effective Gospel witnesses! Our world is desperate for real change—Gospel Change!
 
Gospel Change"A Gospel Centered Church"1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
Handout/Outline
 
I. Servant leadership is valuedII. Discipleship is practicedA. confront those who are doing wrongB. help those who are strugglingC. Be patient and forgiving toward everyoneIII. The sanctified life is pursuedA. what we should say yes toB. what we should say no toC. what we all need

The Blessed Life

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Hebrews 11:23-26 (Deuteronomy 31:8; Hebrews 11:23-26; Psalm 119:11; Proverbs 22:6)
 
No one sets out on a mission to fail at life. We all have it in us to strive for success! The big question is, how do so many end up struggling through life? God has a plan for each of our lives, and none of His plans involve failing. God has laid out clear foundational principles to live the Blessed Life!
 
The Blessed Life
 
Foundations for a blessed life:
I. The stand that you take.
II. The choices that you make.
 
Illustration #1: House being sided
 
Illustration #2: Line being snapped by a house
 
Illustration #3: Line level tool

Gospel Change: A Gospel Hope

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:1-11 (1 Thessalonians 1:9-10; 4:13-18; 5:1-11; 1 Corinthians 15:1-3 & 11-22; Luke 4:16-21; Hebrews 9:24-28; 10:23-25; Ephesians 4:1-3 & 21-32; John 11:32-36; Romans 10:13-14; 12:10-15; 13:10-13; Matthew 5:4; 1 Peter 1:3-9)
 
We have hope because of the Gospel!
 
In this study, we will see how a believer can have hope even in the face of the certainty of death, and the uncertainty of the future! We will be challenged to allow this hope to not only give us peace in our grief, but to motivate us to lives of continued faithfulness!
 
Series description:
We believe the Gospel has the power to change lives, but how often do we see this transformational power in the lives of people we know?In this series, we will consider the example of Paul’s Gospel preaching ministry in the ancient city of Thessalonica. As we study 1 Thessalonians, we will see the difference the Gospel makes, and be challenged with practical steps that we can take to become more effective Gospel witnesses! Our world is desperate for real change—Gospel Change!
 
Gospel Change"A Gospel Hope"1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:1-11
Handout/Outline
 
I. Comfort one anotherA. the Gospel is a message of hopeB. Our hope is reaffirmed in communityII. Edify one anotherA. the Gospel is the message that everyone needs to hearB. our hope should motivate us to action

Hot Mess: Thriving as a Mom

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Luke 10:38-42 (Luke 10:2, 33-34 & 38-42; Genesis 2:2; John 15:4-5; 1 Corinthians 1:18; Psalms 23:1-3)
 
If there was one word that describes how a  mom feels, it would be busy....or tired...or maybe stressed. OK, maybe there are a few words that could be used to describe how a mom feels, but you get the point. We all wish there were more hours in the day to get things done, but we feel like we are constantly falling behind. Jesus taught a valuable lesson in Luke 10 on what mom, actually all of us, need most! Why survive as a mom, when we could be thriving!
 
Hot Mess: Thriving as a Mom
I. We need to be called out
A. Jesus confronts her anxiety
B. Jesus confronts her attitude
 
II. We must have our priorities in order
A. we must make it a priority to renew yourself
B. we must make it a priority to spend time with Jesus
C. we must make it a priority to grow in His Word

Gospel Change: A Gospel Lifestyle

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 (1 Thessalonians 2:11-12; 3:6-12; 4:1-12; 1 Peter 2:9-12; Matthew 5:9; Galatians 6:1-10)
 
Gospel change is life change! When a person believes in Jesus and is saved, they are made new! Part of following Jesus is learning, growing, and changing to be more like Him in the way we live our lives.
 
In this lesson, we will see how Paul challenged the believers in Thessalonica to be obedient to Christ’s commands and to live a life that was distinctly different from the world around them! As we study, we will learn how we can live a life that reflects the power and grace of the Gospel!
 
Series description:
We believe the Gospel has the power to change lives, but how often do we see this transformational power in the lives of people we know?In this series, we will consider the example of Paul’s Gospel preaching ministry in the ancient city of Thessalonica. As we study 1 Thessalonians, we will see the difference the Gospel makes, and be challenged with practical steps that we can take to become more effective Gospel witnesses! Our world is desperate for real change—Gospel Change!
 
Gospel Change"A Gospel Lifestyle"1 Thessalonians 4:1-12
Handout/Outline
 
I. A life of sexual purityII. A life of intentional love1. be a peacemaker not a troublemaker2. be a contributor not a taker

Going Above & Beyond!

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Ephesians 3:20-21
 
What's next for Fellowship Baptist Church? God has been so good to us and has blessed us in so many ways. God has allowed our church to expand our reach through our new remodeled auditorium. This is all for the glory of God and for the Gospel!
God has made us promises in His Word and we stand and claim these promises. He said that He would do exceedingly, abundantly, ABOVE what we ask or think! As we follow God's leading, we are asking God to allow us to experience this! Let's go above and beyond to help people find and follow Jesus!
 
Going Above & Beyond!
1. God has more for us!2. He holds the power!3. It's all for His glory!
 
Illustration #1: Fellowship Baptist Church (original building)
 
Illustration #2: Pastor & Mrs. Dinoff (FBC Founders)
 
Illustration #3a: FBC Church Services
 
Illustration #3b: FBC Church Services
 
Illustration #4: Pastor William Dinoff (FBC Founding Pastor)
 

Gospel Change: A Gospel Endurance

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 2:14-20; 3:1-13 (1 Thessalonians 2:1-2 & 14-20; 3:1-13; Acts 17:5-10; Ephesians 4:1-3 & 21-32; Luke 15:10; John 15:17-21; 2 Timothy 3:10-12; Matthew 5:10-12; 2 Corinthians 4:6-18; Hebrews 12:2-3)
 
How do we respond when we face opposition for our faith in Jesus Christ?
In this lesson, we will see how Paul encourages the believers to stay faithful to Jesus despite facing persecution. Drawing from the teachings and example of Jesus, Paul will remind them of the importance of encouraging one another, the joy of seeing lives changed and the calling we have as Jesus followers!
 
Series description:
We believe the Gospel has the power to change lives, but how often do we see this transformational power in the lives of people we know?In this series, we will consider the example of Paul’s Gospel preaching ministry in the ancient city of Thessalonica. As we study 1 Thessalonians, we will see the difference the Gospel makes, and be challenged with practical steps that we can take to become more effective Gospel witnesses! Our world is desperate for real change—Gospel Change!
 
Gospel Change"A Gospel Endurance"1 Thessalonians 2:14-20; 3:1-13
Handout/Outline
 
I. The encouragement of one anotherII. The joy of changed livesIII. The calling of the believer

Let's talk about...MENTAL HEALTH — Sound Mind

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - II Timothy 2:6-7 (2 Timothy 2:1, 3 & 6-7; John 14:16-18; 1 John 4:4 & 18; Isaiah 26:3-4)
 
It's time to go on the offensive with our Mental Health. Yes, we are going to battle our thoughts and feelings, but we must be ready. 
We talk about what the world and life throws at us and it is a lot, but let's not forget what God has given us. We have been equipped by God to fight anxiety, stress, and fear! Let's rise up and push back!
 
Let's talk about...MENTAL HEALTH
"Sound Mind"
 
God has given us...
1. A spirit of power!
2. A spirit of love!
3. A sound mind!
 
A Mental Health Playlist