Fellowship Baptist Church

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Ephesians 6:18 (1 Timothy 6:12; 2 Timothy 4:7; Ephesians 3:20; 6:10-18; Luke 22:31; Hebrews 4:16; Jeremiah 33:3; Matthew 7:7; James 4:2; 2 Chronicles 7:14)
 
Paul gives us a clear look at the armor of God—the equipment every believer needs to stand firm in the unseen spiritual battle we face. After describing each piece, he ends with something essential: a call to pray.
Prayer may seem basic, but Paul doesn’t treat it as optional. He gives intentional instructions for how to pray in the midst of spiritual warfare.
Prayer isn’t an accessory to the armor—it’s a weapon.
And if you feel defeated or struggling in your walk with Christ, it may be because you’ve been fighting without this vital part of the battle.
 
Series description:
We serve the living God—He is alive, active, and working in the world today! This is a truth we celebrate and stand on. But we must also acknowledge another reality: we have an enemy who is also alive, active, and at work.
There is an unseen war happening around us every day. Satan’s attacks aren’t always visible, but they’re deeply felt—through broken lives, damaged marriages, and chains of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Do you know your enemy?Do you know who you are in Christ?Do you know what God has already given you to stand firm and fight back?
You don’t have to live in defeat. God has equipped you with everything you need to stand your ground and live in victory. The Unseen is real—but we are on the winning side.
 
THE UNSEEN: A Series in Spiritual Warfare
"PRAY"
 
I. Seek His help
A. ask God for help
B. seek His presence
C. desire more (knock)
II. Don't give up
A. keep fighting
B. stand with each other 

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Luke 22:11-19 (Luke 22:11-19; Mark 14:26; Psalm 118:1 & 29)
 
There are many surprising moments in the Bible—stories that unfold in ways we wouldn’t expect. Before Jesus was arrested, mocked, beaten, and crucified, He chose to do one final, meaningful thing with His disciples: He gathered them around a table and shared communion with them.
This moment is rich with truth. It teaches us gratitude and reveals what truly pleases God. “Thankful Together” is more than a theme for a service—it reflects the very heart of God’s desire for His people.
 
Thankful Together
 
1. We remember
2. We give thanks
3. We worship
 
Illustration #1: Family at Thanksgiving
 
 
Illustration #2: The Last Supper

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - ​​​​​John 15:12-15 (John 15:12-15; Galatians 6:1-2; Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 27:17; James 5:16; 1 Peter 4:9; Philippians 2:3-5)
 
Be the kind of friend you want to have.Jesus redefines friendship as sacrificial love. Friendship isn’t about convenience — it’s about commitment, honesty, and shared pursuit of God. True friends challenge and encourage each other to grow spiritually.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 4: How to Be a Friend
 
​I. What is Biblical Friendship?
A. willingness to sacrifice for each other's benefit
B. commitment to follow Jesus
C. openness and honesty
D. shared relationship with God
 
II. What is Worldly Friendship?
 
III. How Can I Make Friends
A. be a friend
B. practice hospitality
C. be intentional 
 
Week 4 - Notes

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Ephesians 6:17 (Ephesians 6:10 & 17; John 3:6-7; Romans 1:16; 6:4; 8:1; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Matthew 5:16; 2 Corinthians 5:17; John 5:39; Isaiah 40:31; Hebrews 13:5)
 
Did you know that salvation is about more than just going to heaven? Being rescued from hell is incredible—but that’s only the beginning. Salvation begins the moment you accept Christ and the Spirit of God comes to live within you. From that moment on, everything changes—you are no longer the same person!When we look at the Armor of God, the Helmet of Salvation represents more than simply knowing you’re saved—it reminds you that you’ve been transformed. And God doesn’t stop there—He places a sword in your hand. A weapon! The Word of God empowers you to stand and fight back. Yes, we’re in an unseen war, but we are not unarmed. We are equipped for victory!
 
Series description:
We serve the living God—He is alive, active, and working in the world today! This is a truth we celebrate and stand on. But we must also acknowledge another reality: we have an enemy who is also alive, active, and at work.
There is an unseen war happening around us every day. Satan’s attacks aren’t always visible, but they’re deeply felt—through broken lives, damaged marriages, and chains of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Do you know your enemy?Do you know who you are in Christ?Do you know what God has already given you to stand firm and fight back?
You don’t have to live in defeat. God has equipped you with everything you need to stand your ground and live in victory. The Unseen is real—but we are on the winning side.
 
THE UNSEEN: A Series in Spiritual Warfare
"Protect Your Mind & Fight with Truth"
 
I. Protect Your Mind
A. Salvation places us in Christ
B. Salvation empowers us to change
C. Salvation defines who we are
II. Fight with Truth
A. GRAPHE (the written Word/sacred text/the book/the writings)
B. LOGOS (the Living Word/the message of the Bible)
C. RHEMA (the spoken Word of God)
 
Illustration #1: ​Soldier helmet
 
Illustration #2: ​Soldiers in Army camouflage
 
Illustration #3: ​Roman soldier in battle

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​Matthew 18​ (Matthew 5:23-24; 18:11, 18-19, 21-22 & 28-35; Luke 17:3-5​; Romans 12:17-21​ & 23-27; Colossians 2:13-15​; 3:13; Ephesians 4:32​; Mark 11:25-26​)
 
Forgiveness is not easy, but it is possible because of the Gospel!In this lesson, we explore what forgiveness truly means, why it’s essential for our hearts and relationships, and how we can put it into practice in everyday life. Using Scripture as our guide, we’ll uncover how God calls us to release anger, bitterness, and vengeance, extend mercy to others, and trust Him with justice. Whether you’re struggling to forgive or want to understand the heart of God’s grace, this lesson will equip and inspire you to live a life marked by freedom, peace, and restoration.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 3: When Someone Hurts You (Forgiveness)
 
I. Forgiveness ​definedII. Forgiveness ​illustratedIII. Forgiveness ​explainedA. ​forgiveness ​acknowledges the ​offenseB. ​forgiveness ​seeks ​restoration & ​reconciliationC. ​forgiveness ​is ​committed to ​a ​resolutionIV. Forgiveness ​practicedV. Forgiveness ​demanded
 
Week 3 - Notes

Ben Schettler (Co-founder & President, The Center for Truth in Love) - John 8:44; Romans 1:6 & 16; 1 Peter 3:14-16
 
Ben Schettler, Co-founder and President of The Center for Truth in Love, shares what it means to live with courage and clarity in the midst of spiritual battles—especially in today’s culture.
The enemy works through lies and shame to hold people back, but God’s truth brings real freedom. As followers of Jesus, we don’t have to live in fear or embarrassment—the Word of God gives us strength to stand firm and love well.
In the end, truth in love always leads to triumph.
 
Series description:
We serve the living God—He is alive, active, and working in the world today! This is a truth we celebrate and stand on. But we must also acknowledge another reality: we have an enemy who is also alive, active, and at work.
There is an unseen war happening around us every day. Satan’s attacks aren’t always visible, but they’re deeply felt—through broken lives, damaged marriages, and chains of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Do you know your enemy?Do you know who you are in Christ?Do you know what God has already given you to stand firm and fight back?
You don’t have to live in defeat. God has equipped you with everything you need to stand your ground and live in victory. The Unseen is real—but we are on the winning side.
 
THE UNSEEN: A Series in Spiritual Warfare
"In the Public Square"
 
What are the enemy's tactics?
- The Devil is the Father of lies.
- The Devil shames those he cannot deceive.
 
The power of truth in love
 
Christians should not be ashamed
- Christians cannot be ashamed
- Christians who are not equipped will be ashamed
 
The Sword of the Spirit is the Word of God
- God uses believers
 
In the Public Square - Slides

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​Matthew 5:9, 23-24 & 44; 7:3-5; 18:15; Ephesians 4:1-3 & 26-27 & 30-32; Proverbs 12:18; 13:10; 16:7, 18 & 20; 20:3; 29:23; 1 John 4:20-21; James 1:19; Romans 14:12-13; 15:1-2
 
You can’t avoid conflict, but you can honor God through it.Conflict reveals character. Instead of reacting with anger, believers are called to respond with humility, patience, and grace. The goal isn’t to win an argument — it’s to preserve unity and reflect Christ.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 2: Resolving Conflict
 
Fact #1 - Conflict is part of life
Fact #2 - Conflict turns to sin when it is resolved
Fact #3 - Unresolved conflict hinders your fellowship with God
Fact #4 - Unresolved conflict always gets worse
 
Steps to resolving conflict:
1. It starts with you
2. Make the first move
3. Use the power of humility
4. Listen for their hurts
5. Do what's right and leave the rest to God
 
Week 2 - Notes

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Ephesians 6:16 (Ephesians 6:16; Hebrews 11:1; Romans 10:17; 2 Corinthians 5:7; 10:4-5; Luke 4:8)
 
Faith is one of the most familiar—and most powerful—words in the Christian life. It’s more than what we believe; it’s how we live. Faith is our confidence in God when everything around us feels uncertain.
In the armor of God, faith is described as a shield—something we must take up when the enemy launches his flaming arrows. Faith isn’t just knowledge about God; it’s the trust you hold on to when life is under attack.
The arrows will come—unexpected and fierce—but your faith is designed to stand between you and the enemy’s assault. So don’t just talk about faith—take it up. Embrace it.
 
Series description:
We serve the living God—He is alive, active, and working in the world today! This is a truth we celebrate and stand on. But we must also acknowledge another reality: we have an enemy who is also alive, active, and at work.
There is an unseen war happening around us every day. Satan’s attacks aren’t always visible, but they’re deeply felt—through broken lives, damaged marriages, and chains of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Do you know your enemy?Do you know who you are in Christ?Do you know what God has already given you to stand firm and fight back?
You don’t have to live in defeat. God has equipped you with everything you need to stand your ground and live in victory. The Unseen is real—but we are on the winning side.
 
THE UNSEEN: A Series in Spiritual Warfare
"Embrace Faith"
 
I. The enemies arrows
II. The warriors defense
A. you must grow in your faith
B. you must apply your faith
 
Illustration #1:  ​A​ full size shield.

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - ​​​​​Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Hebrews 10:24-25; 1 Peter 5:8; Galatians 6:2; Matthew 5:9; 22:37-40; 28:19; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14)
 
You were created for community, not isolation.From the very beginning, God designed people for connection — to Him and to one another. Faith is not meant to be lived in solitude. Relationships strengthen, encourage, and keep us grounded in God’s purpose.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 1: Made for Connection
 
​3 Rules for Life
Rule #1: Life isn't meant to be lived alone.
Rule #2: We're better and stronger together.
Rule #3: With God at the center, relationships thrive.
 
Week 1 - Notes

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Ephesians 6:15 (Psalms 23:3-6; 2 Timothy 1:7; Ephesians 6:11 & 15; John 14:1 & 25-27; Philippians 4:6-7; 1 Thessalonians 5:17; 1 Peter 5:7)
 
In the unseen battle for our minds, fear and anxiety are among the enemy’s most powerful weapons. They whisper lies that feed our worry and make us want to quit. They strike hardest in the valleys and dark times we all face in life.In this message, we’ll uncover how the peace of God acts as both armor and assurance in the middle of spiritual warfare. Fear and anxiety do not have to control us — this is how Satan attacks, but God has given us the powerful gift of peace that only comes from Him.It’s time to walk in peace!
 
Series description:
We serve the living God—He is alive, active, and working in the world today! This is a truth we celebrate and stand on. But we must also acknowledge another reality: we have an enemy who is also alive, active, and at work.
There is an unseen war happening around us every day. Satan’s attacks aren’t always visible, but they’re deeply felt—through broken lives, damaged marriages, and chains of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Do you know your enemy?Do you know who you are in Christ?Do you know what God has already given you to stand firm and fight back?
You don’t have to live in defeat. God has equipped you with everything you need to stand your ground and live in victory. The Unseen is real—but we are on the winning side.
 
THE UNSEEN: A Series in Spiritual Warfare
"​Walk in Peace"
 
​1. Unload your heart to God
2. Ask God for help
3. Thank God for the blessings in your life
 
Illustration #1: A child embracing her father.

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​​​Ruth 1:20-21; 3:1-18; 4:1-22; Deuteronomy 25:5; 1 Corinthians 6:11; 2 Corinthians 1:21; Job 29:14; Ezekiel 16:8; John 6:37; 1 Thessalonians 5:22; Judges 17:6; 1 Peter 1:18; Romans 6:23; Galatians 3:13; Revelation 5:9
 
The book of Ruth is more than just a love story—it’s a powerful picture of our redemption story. Throughout these chapters, we see faith, redemption, and God’s providence beautifully at work.Ruth’s bold trust and Boaz’s integrity lead to a story of restoration and grace. Through their obedience, God not only redeems their circumstances but also weaves Ruth into the lineage of David, leading to the birth of Jesus.This story powerfully reveals the unchanging faithfulness of God, even in the midst of brokenness.
 
Series description:
In the book of Ruth, we see God’s providence at work—weaving redemption out of loss, love out of loyalty, and hope out of despair.
What begins with famine, grief, and bitterness unfolds into a story of faithful devotion, divine provision, and unexpected grace.
Through Ruth’s courage and Boaz’s kindness, God restores a broken family—and lays the foundation for the coming of Christ, our ultimate Redeemer.
Ruth reminds us that even in our darkest chapters, God is writing a redemptive story far greater than we can imagine.
 
Ruth — God's Redemptive Love StoryLesson 4Redeemed
 
1. Redemption addresses our debt.
2. Redemption addresses His payment for our debt.
3. Redemption addresses our relationship to Christ.
4. Redemption explains our response to Christ.
 
Lesson 4 - Notes

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​Ephesians 6:14 (James 4:7 & 17; Ephesians 2:1; 6:10 & 13-14; Titus 3:5; Isaiah 45:19; 64:6; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Romans 10:9-10; Matthew 5:8 & 28; 12:34; Psalm 23:3 & 6; 51:10; 139:23-24; Proverbs 3:5-6; 4:23; 1 Corinthians 6:18; 1 John 1:9)
 
In this unseen battle against the darkness, we are constantly under attack. Our enemy is watching us, looking for our weaknesses—waiting for his opportunity to attack. Remember, he is strategic!God has given us all that we need to protect us against the enemy’s attacks.The second item of our armor is the breastplate of righteousness. Its purpose is to guard the heart. Satan targets our hearts, and his weapon is sin.We have been given the gift of righteousness by our righteous God.When we stand in the righteousness of God, we stand strong in the power of His might!
 
Series description:
We serve the living God—He is alive, active, and working in the world today! This is a truth we celebrate and stand on. But we must also acknowledge another reality: we have an enemy who is also alive, active, and at work.
There is an unseen war happening around us every day. Satan’s attacks aren’t always visible, but they’re deeply felt—through broken lives, damaged marriages, and chains of addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Do you know your enemy?Do you know who you are in Christ?Do you know what God has already given you to stand firm and fight back?
You don’t have to live in defeat. God has equipped you with everything you need to stand your ground and live in victory. The Unseen is real—but we are on the winning side.
 
THE UNSEEN: A Series in Spiritual Warfare
"​Guard Your Heart"
 
​I. Satan targets your heart
II. Protect your heart with righteousness
A. know what is right
B. do what is right
C. get things right
 
Illustration #1: Breastplate of a soldier