Deliver the Poor and Needy

“Defend the poor and the fatherless; Do justice to the afflicted and needy. Deliver the poor and needy; Free them from the hand of the wicked.” (Psalm 82:3-4) For the sermon guide, please click this link. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com https://www.youtube.com/live/M6Yqtb2f-xY?si=0TVchYjI0N7HHKNR&t=2118 First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Defend the Poor and Needy

Introduction to the Gospel of John

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Introduction to the Gospel of John This morning we begin a new sermon series on the Gospel of John. The Gospel of John is a special book. J.C. Ryle said of the Gospel of John: “No one of the four Gospel writers has given us such full statementsContinueContinue reading “Introduction to the Gospel of John”

Embrace God’s Appointed Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-22) 

First Baptist Church Scott City, MO · Embrace God's Appointed Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3) Solomon has thus far spent time discussing the vanity of wisdom, pleasure, and work. These things can promise temporary happiness and moments of satisfaction, but it is fleeting and frustrating. In chapter 3, Solomon focuses on the first major method of livingContinueContinue reading “Embrace God’s Appointed Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-22) “

To Live is Christ (Philippians 1:19-26)

In a recent survey of the most common phobias (fears), a few of the most common are: Mysophobia—Fear of Germs, Acrophobia—fear of heights, Ophidiophobia —fear of snakes, and Arachnophobia—fear of spiders. What isn’t always at the top of the list but should be is Thanatophobia—fear of death because the main reason we are afraid ofContinueContinue reading “To Live is Christ (Philippians 1:19-26)”

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”