First Baptist Scott City, MO

The Tenth Plague (Exodus 11:1-12:51)

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · The Passover (Ex 11:1-12:51) The Lord (Yahweh) saw the misery of the Hebrews and sent Moses and Aaron to tell Pharaoh to let them go out from Egypt. Pharaoh condescendingly remarked: “Who is Yahweh that I should obey His voice to let Israel go?” (Ex 5:2). In response,Continue reading "The Tenth Plague (Exodus 11:1-12:51)"

The First Nine Plagues (Exodus 6:14-10:29)

Sermon begins at 21:21 In our last sermon, we discussed Moses and Aaron’s first meeting with Pharaoh. The Lord (hereafter referred to as Yahweh: see Exodus 3:14) sent them to go before Pharaoh and tell him to let the Hebrews go. Pharaoh became enraged and increased the burdens on the Hebrews; blaming Moses and Aaron.Continue reading "The First Nine Plagues (Exodus 6:14-10:29)"

Moses: The Reluctant Deliverer (Exodus 2:11-4:31)

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Moses: Reluctant Deliverer (Exodus 2-4) Our study of Exodus continues. Next week we will discuss the work of God to deliver the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, but we begin with a look at the man (Moses) the Lord used to accomplish His will. Moses Fights &Continue reading "Moses: The Reluctant Deliverer (Exodus 2:11-4:31)"

Exodus: God With Us (Exodus 1:1-2:10)

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Israel in Egypt (Exodus 1:2-2:10) Photo by David McEachan from Pexels This morning we begin a new series of messages on Exodus. Exodus is a continuation of the book of Genesis; therefore, it would be helpful to remember the main themes of Genesis: 1) How humans and allContinue reading "Exodus: God With Us (Exodus 1:1-2:10)"

A Plea for God to Bless the USA

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · A Plea for God to Bless the USA (2 Chronicles 7:14) Photo by Sharefaith from Pexels “Knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep;for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed” (Romans 13:11) A Brief History of Our FoundingContinue reading "A Plea for God to Bless the USA"

Praise God for Fathers

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Father's Day 2020 Photo by Josh Willink from Pexels After Mother’s Day was officially recognized in 1914, a campaign was launched to have a day to honor Fathers. Sadly, it did not meet with as much success as Mother’s Day. One florist hilariously explained, “fathers haven’t the same sentimental appeal thatContinue reading "Praise God for Fathers"

Trinity Sunday

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Trinity Sunday The first Sunday after Pentecost is traditionally called Trinity Sunday and on this day the Church celebrates the Trinity: God is one Being who exists as three Persons: The Father, The Son (Jesus), and The Holy Spirit. Today we shall discuss that the Trinity is realContinue reading "Trinity Sunday"

Pentecost (Acts 2)

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Pentecost (Acts 2) Ten days after Jesus’ ascension was The Day of Pentecost. On this day, Jesus’ disciples were gathered together in Jerusalem as well as many Jewish “devout men, from every nation under heaven” (Acts 2:5). The Setting of Pentecost In order to better understand the significanceContinue reading "Pentecost (Acts 2)"

Ascension of Jesus (Acts 1:1-11)

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Ascension of Jesus (Acts 1:1-11) Every year we celebrate important moments in the life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Each December 25th, we celebrate Jesus' virgin birth. Each Spring we celebrate Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection. What is often overlooked, however, is Jesus’ ascension. The AscensionContinue reading "Ascension of Jesus (Acts 1:1-11)"

Be Holy! (2 Kings 5:1-4 & 1 Peter 1:16)

Sunday, May 17, 2020, was originally going to be Graduation Day for Scott City High School. Because of COVID-19, it has been rescheduled for Sunday, June 21st (Father’s Day). Graduation is a special time of year when we celebrate the hard work and sacrifice our High School and College Graduates have made. This is aContinue reading "Be Holy! (2 Kings 5:1-4 & 1 Peter 1:16)"