First Baptist Church of Scott City, MO

5 Things Every Christian Should Know About Marriage and Gender

The moral landscape of our nation is changing rapidly around us. With the Supreme Court set to rule on the legality of same-sex marriage and the issue of transgenderism in the news, Christians need to know how to biblically react and respond. With Matthew 19 as our guide, let us consider 5 things every ChristianContinueContinue reading “5 Things Every Christian Should Know About Marriage and Gender”

Children’s Church

We are excited to offer Children’s Church each Sunday Night for grades K-6th. Our schedule for Children’s Church is as follows: At 5:00 pm, church vans leave the church to pick up children whose parents are not bringing them. Please contact us if you need the van to pick up your child. At 5:30 pm,ContinueContinue reading “Children’s Church”

4 Hindrances to Revival and How to Overcome Them

Church, I hope you are excited about our revival services that will start next Sunday. While we advertise it as a “Revival”, we understand that true revival cannot be preplanned or scheduled because only God can bring true revival. As we pray for revival, let us pause to consider 4 hindrances to revival and howContinueContinue reading “4 Hindrances to Revival and How to Overcome Them”

A Christ-Centered Life

Today is a special day at First Baptist because we rejoice with our graduating High School and College seniors. You have worked hard and deserve the recognition you are receiving. In our sermon today, we encourage you to pursue knowledge, pleasure, and wealth. Set goals and enjoy life. Also, most importantly, make sure Christ isContinueContinue reading “A Christ-Centered Life”

Help for a Mother’s Anxious Heart (Philippians 4:6-7)

Today, the second Sunday in May, is a day set aside by former President Woodrow Wilson “as a public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country.” For some women this is a very joyful day filled with the laughter and fun of family and friends. For others, today may beContinueContinue reading “Help for a Mother’s Anxious Heart (Philippians 4:6-7)”

Blessed are the Peacemakers (Matthew 5:9)

Conflict is unavoidable. The sooner one accepts that fact the better. Everyone, at some time or another, will be embroiled in conflict and hostility. Conflict may mean anything from harsh words to loss of property or life. Jesus was no stranger to conflict. He experienced conflict and spoke on the subject on many occasions. InContinueContinue reading “Blessed are the Peacemakers (Matthew 5:9)”

Jesus’ Passion (Thursday) (Luke 22:1-65)

A remembrance of what happened on the last Thursday of Jesus’ earthly ministry.

Don’t Be Dulled (Luke 21:29-38)

In our text today, it is either Tuesday or Wednesday of the last week of Jesus’ earthly ministry. In a few days Jesus will be arrested, beaten, crucified, buried, and will be resurrected from the dead. Knowing this, Jesus has been preparing His disciples for what is to come. In verses 29-38, Jesus strongly challengedContinueContinue reading “Don’t Be Dulled (Luke 21:29-38)”

Shadow to Substance: Preparation (Luke 21:20-28)

Over the past few weeks we have been studying Luke 21:5-38 in a series entitled “Shadow to Substance”. The phrase “Shadow to Substance” is important in the reading of our text because in verses 20-28 Jesus has a two-fold mission of preparation for His disciples. Therefore, in this sermon, we shall make two passes throughContinueContinue reading “Shadow to Substance: Preparation (Luke 21:20-28)”

Shadow to Substance: Persecution (Luke 21:7-19)

As we continue our study of the Gospel of Luke we now come to a section of Scripture (Luke 21:5-38) where Jesus teaches about the destruction of the Temple in 70 A.D. and of the coming end of the world. In verses 7-19, Jesus is preparing His disciples for their upcoming persecution before the TempleContinueContinue reading “Shadow to Substance: Persecution (Luke 21:7-19)”