Creation – First Baptist Scott City, MO

Resurrection as Evidence (Acts 17:22-31)

Spring is such a wonderful time. The days are longer and warmer. The grass and trees are greener. During Spring we get a special day for Christians called Easter when we remember and celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, healed the sick, raisedContinue reading “Resurrection as Evidence (Acts 17:22-31)”

VBS: Galactic Starveyors

For those who grew up with Vacation Bible School (VBS), the words bring back many memories. Some remember that it is usually hot. Some remember crafts, games, and Bible stories. I remember Kool-Aid and cookies. But most importantly, I remember gathering together with my friends and family to learn about Jesus. Today, VBS begins. ItContinue reading “VBS: Galactic Starveyors”

The Creation of Man (Genesis 2:4-25)

Who are we and why are we here? Are we just highly intelligent mammals of no more importance than a whale or a chimpanzee? Are we just “lucky accidents” of the evolutionary game of chance? Or are we highly valued beings created and designed by a loving God? In our sermon today we shall learnContinue reading “The Creation of Man (Genesis 2:4-25)”

The Seventh Day (Genesis 2:1-3)

Did you know that a healthy balance of work and rest is not only important physically but also important spiritually? In our sermon today, we shall study Genesis 2:1-3 and learn about the importance of God’s choice to rest on the seventh day and the eternal implications. The Sabbath Day in the Old Covenant. InContinue reading “The Seventh Day (Genesis 2:1-3)”

The Six Days of Creation (Genesis 1)

Have you ever wondered why God inspired the Bible to be written as it is? Ever wondered why God tells us what He tells us? Romans 15:4 says, “whatever was written in the past was written for our instruction so that we may have hope through endurance and through the encouragement from the Scriptures.”Continue reading “The Six Days of Creation (Genesis 1)”

A Firm Foundation (Gen 1)

Before we discuss Genesis 1 in detail, we shall attempt to lay a firm foundation for our study in Genesis. Here are a few of the presuppositions we shall be working from: 1) Genesis 1&2 is accurate, 2) God is honest, and 3) Genesis 1&2 is clear. Genesis 1&2 is Accurate. Genesis is historical narrativeContinue reading “A Firm Foundation (Gen 1)”

God is the Creator (Genesis 1:1)

The Bible begins with this simple, yet profound statement: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen 1:1). This statement is simple because we learn that everything was created by God. It is profound because of the magnitude of the creative power of God. In our sermon today, we shall focus onContinue reading “God is the Creator (Genesis 1:1)”

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 ChristianContinue reading “5 Things Every Christian Should Know About Marriage and Gender”