A podcast of First Baptist Church Lake Butler where the pastors gather to encourage and equip our church to engage the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Episode 129: Finishing the Christian Life Well
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through how we can finish the Christian life in a way that honors God.
10/1/2024 • 34 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 128: How to Fight Dysfunction
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through how dysfunction appears in the story of Genesis, and what God gives us for hope in the midst of our dysfunction. Sermons mentioned: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1809https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1807
9/17/2024 • 32 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 127: India Trip Recap
Listen as our recent trip to India is shared and recapped
9/10/2024 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 126: Do You Need Zeal? (with Pastor Alex Lanou)
Listen as Pastor Jason and Pastor Jonathan talk with Pastor Alex about Romans 12:11--what it means to live the Christian life with zeal.
8/21/2024 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 125: Are You Serious?
Listen as Pastor Jason and Pastor Jonathan talk about the often-neglected command to be sober-minded. Things to remember daily (from Pastor Jonathan): Every day may I remember:The soon return of Jesus, my treasure The unfinished work of nations discipledThe persecution of faithful followersThe supreme reign of the Lord Jesus ChristThe glorious ability to reflect God in daily workThe beautiful goodness of creation The hidden new identity I have in ChristThe power of the Holy GhostThe pursuant love of the FatherThe motivation to love others: God loves me, and I love God
8/13/2024 • 34 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 124: Can God Be Sovereign Over Sin?
Join Pastors Jason and Jonathan for a conversation on God's sovereignty--how the Bible describes God's sovereignty even over things like human sin.
8/6/2024 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 123: The Hard Questions about God's Sovereignty
Listen as Pastor Jason and Pastor Jonathan talk through questions that arise from the doctrine of God's sovereignty.
7/30/2024 • 32 minutes, 47 seconds
Episode 122: Pastor Jason Recaps the Summer
Listen as Pastor Jonathan interviews Pastor Jason about the summer of 2024--from the SBC annual meeting, to his reading break, to his podcast appearance on the Faithful Expositor.Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzT9XUNA6R0
7/24/2024 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 121: Counseling and the Church with Dale Tompkins
Listen as Pastor Jonathan talks with Pastor Dale Tompkins (https://cotw.tv/) about what Biblical Counseling is, and how the church can practice it.
7/17/2024 • 30 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 120: Reading the Bible Well with Dax Summerhill
Listen as Pastor Jonathan and Pastor Dax Summerhill (Providence Village Baptist Church) discuss how we can read our Bibles well.
7/9/2024 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Episode 119: The Value of the Lord's Day with Lem Lane
Join Pastor Jonathan and Pastor Lem Lane (Covenant Community Church) as they dsicuss what we miss out on when we miss church. Read Pastor Lem's devotional here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1n1WGnabvRd625YXyg0VoWqO0kGXtzl9C/view?usp=sharing
7/3/2024 • 41 minutes
Episode 118: A Camp Interview with Sean Demars
Join Pastor Jonathan and Bro. Clint Gillen as they interview Pastor Sean Demars while at Youth Summer Camp. Listen more to Sean here: https://roomfornuancepodcast.com/https://defendandconfirmpodcast.com/
6/24/2024 • 47 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 117: One of Our Greatest Missional Opportunities
Listen as pastor Jason and pastor Jonathan lay out why FBC Lake Butler participates in camp, and what this year's camp will look like.
5/21/2024 • 27 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 116: Practicing the Gospel in All of Life
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they talk through living out the Gospel in every day life.
5/14/2024 • 33 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 115: The Immeasurable Greatness of the New Jerusalem
Listen as Pastor Jason and Pastor Jonathan revisit Revelation 21's description of the New Jerusalem. Full sermon: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1776
5/1/2024 • 30 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 114: How Were People Saved in the Old Testament?
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss how God saved his people before the cross.
4/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Episode 113: On Judgment Seats and the Afterlife
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler answer some questions concerning the final judgment and what we can expect after death.
4/16/2024 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 112: Life with Doubt
Hear Pastor Jason and Pastor Jonathan describe doubt biblically and give advice for living faithfully with doubt.
4/9/2024 • 31 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 111: Because of Easter
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss some of the implications of what Jesus accomplished through the events that we celebrate at Easter.
4/3/2024 • 30 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 110: Responding Biblically to Transgenderism with Dr. Colin Smothers
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler interview Dr. Colin Smothers (Executive Director of CBMW) about how Christians should navigate the topic of transgenderism. Resources: http://books.cbmw.org/
3/26/2024 • 35 minutes, 30 seconds
Episode 109: Questions about the Doctrine of Election: Part 2 (Live)
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler answers submitted questions regarding the doctrine of election in a live episode. Recommended Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/does-god-desire-all-be-saved/john-piper/9781433537196/pd/537196https://heritagebooks.org/products/southern-baptists-and-the-doctrine-of-election-selph.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/Journey-Grace-Theological-Novel/dp/0925703117https://www.christianbook.com/predestination-an-introduction-andrew-naselli/9781433573149/pd/57314X?product_redirect=1&search_term=predestination%20&Ntt=57314X&item_code=&ps_exit=PRODUCT|legacy&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP
3/19/2024 • 33 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 108: Questions about the Doctrine of Election: Part 1 (Live)
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler answers submitted questions regarding the doctrine of election in a live episode. Recommended Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/does-god-desire-all-be-saved/john-piper/9781433537196/pd/537196https://heritagebooks.org/products/southern-baptists-and-the-doctrine-of-election-selph.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/Journey-Grace-Theological-Novel/dp/0925703117https://www.christianbook.com/predestination-an-introduction-andrew-naselli/9781433573149/pd/57314X?product_redirect=1&search_term=predestination%20&Ntt=57314X&item_code=&ps_exit=PRODUCT|legacy&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP
3/12/2024 • 50 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 107: Stewarding Money
Listen to Pastor Jason and Pastor Jonathan of FBC Lake Butler discuss the allure of money and how Christians should treat it in a way that honors God.
3/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 106: How Can I Love Difficult People?
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss why we should love those in our church who are hard to get along with, and why God's glory is at stake. Book: https://www.crossway.org/books/love-the-ones-who-drive-you-crazy-tpb/
2/27/2024 • 34 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 105: What Makes a Church Healthy?
Listen as pastors Jonathan and Jason of FBC Lake Butler review Anchor in Truth's 2024 True Church Conference and discuss what marks biblical church practice.
2/20/2024 • 33 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 104: God's Sovereignty Over Human Sin
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss God's sovereignty as it relates to human sin.
2/13/2024 • 33 minutes, 55 seconds
Episode 103: I'm Saved, Now What?
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk about the steps that follow true conversion. Resources: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/q-a-podcast/how-do-i-know-if-im-saved/https://www.9marks.org/books/how-can-i-be-sure-im-saved/https://store.thegospelcoalition.org/product/9781433568107/what-should-i-do-now-that-im-a-christian-paperback
2/6/2024 • 32 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 102: Disagreeing with Your Pastor
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss when and how to disagree with your pastor.
2/2/2024 • 32 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 101: Pursuing Discipleship
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through what discipleship is, and how it's practiced with regularity in the life of the local church.
1/23/2024 • 31 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode 100: Revelation & the End Times
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler (as well as an audience) for a special live episode to celebrate 100 podcasts.
1/16/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 7 seconds
Episode 98: Every Christian Does This
Tune in as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through mission and why every Christian is on mission.
1/9/2024 • 31 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 97: Handling Conflict Biblically
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they talk through the BFG plan for 2024--covering Ken Sande's "Peacemaker."
1/2/2024 • 25 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode 96: Heart Prep for Christmas
As Christmas approaches, the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss some of the amazing realities of the Advent season in order to engage hearts for celebrating Jesus' arrival.
12/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 95: Anointing with Oil & Children's Christmas Musical
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they talk through James 5 and how to interpret anointing with oil. Then, they discuss the upcoming Children's Christmas musical.Recommended Book:https://www.christianbook.com/radically-whole-gospel-healing-divided-heart/9781433582066/pd/582061
12/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds
Father/Son Breakfast with Pastor Garrett Conner
12/6/2023 • 35 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 94: Biblical Afterlife
Hear the pastors of FBC Lake Butler answer a member's question about what to affirm about what happens when we die.
11/30/2023 • 28 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 93: Grab Bag: Joy, Atonement, and the Millennium
Hear the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through having joy, Jesus' sacrificial death, and the different views on the millennium.
11/21/2023 • 33 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 92: What You Need to Know About Israel
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss the current events in Israel and a biblical response. Scripture passages to consider: Genesis 12Matthew 28:19-20Romans 2:28-29; 4:1-12Galatians 3:15-29
11/7/2023 • 31 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 91: Relationships with Unsaved Family
Listen in as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler help give biblical principles to witnessing to your unsaved family members.
10/24/2023 • 32 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 90: Visionary Family Conference Takeaways
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler recap the Visionary Family Conference at FBCLB with Dr. Rob Rienow and offer some practical takeaways.
10/17/2023 • 39 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 89: Recognizing the Holy Spirit
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss the role and ministry of the Holy Spirit.
10/10/2023 • 35 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 88: Confronting the Challenges of Church Discipline
Listen as pastors Jason and Jonathan review what church discipline is, and what makes practicing it biblically so challenging in the local church.
10/3/2023 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 87: Prayer for FBC Women (Feat. Christy Wells)
Pastors Stephen and Jonathan sit down with Christy Wells and discuss this week's prayer emphasis for FBC's women.
9/26/2023 • 30 minutes, 31 seconds
Episode 86: To Our Men
Pastors Stephen and Jonathan address our men in preparation for our upcoming Visionary Family conference on Oct. 15-16th.
9/19/2023 • 36 minutes, 50 seconds
Episode 85: Visionary Parenting with Dr. Rob Reinow
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they interview Dr. Rob Reinow about his upcoming Visionary Parenting conference at FBC Lake Butler on Oct. 15-16th. https://visionaryfam.com
9/12/2023 • 30 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 84: The Ending of Mark's Gospel
Pastor Jonathan talks through the question: "Where does Mark end his Gospel?" Here are his 5 reasons for seeing the end at 16:8: 1. Mark 16:9–20 has different vocabulary, grammar, and theology from the rest of the gospel 2. Almost all versions of texts that are longer are not the original 3. Mark’s style is to write short and punchy accounts 4. Mary Magdalene is introduced as though readers do not know who she is, even though she has been in the previous three episodes5. The stories that follow are summaries of resurrection appearances in the other three Gospels
9/5/2023 • 20 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 83: Leading a Church into Biblical Health (Repost from The Faithful Expositor)
Pastor Jason and Pastor Jono Sims talk through what it looks like to guide a church to biblical health. This episode is a repost from the podcast, "The Faithful Expositor."
8/29/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 82: Why is Youth Ministry Important?
Listen as Pastor Stephen and Pastor Jonathan discuss why FBC Lake Butler cares about youth ministry and how it’s accomplished.
8/22/2023 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 81: Unity Matters
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss what biblical unity is, and why it matters in the life of the Christian. Book recommendation: https://www.christianbook.com/finding-right-hills-case-theological-triage/gavin-ortlund/9781433567421/pd/567421?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=church-supplies-0-20%7C567421&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&cb_src=google&cb_typ=shopping&cb_cmp=920965356&cb_adg=47631445082&cb_kyw=&snav=667291&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-8j40MbfgAMVx3R9Ch1k3AuWEAQYASABEgJWevD_BwE
8/15/2023 • 33 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 80: Evaluating "Summer at the Movies" Sermon Series
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler evaluate a current trend to preach Sunday sermons based on popular movies.
8/8/2023 • 33 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 79: Why the Glory of Christ Matters
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler reflect on the glory of Christ, and how His glory should shape the entire Christian life. Resources mentioned: - Sermon: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1699- Books: https://www.christianbook.com/the-glory-of-christ/john-owen/9781800400702/pd/400706https://www.christianbook.com/the-cross-of-christ/john-stott/9780830839100/pd/839102
8/2/2023 • 35 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 78: Summer Roundup & Fall Feature
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they review ministry over the Summer and preview what's coming in the Fall.
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss what happened at the Southern Baptist Convention's annual meeting and some of its implications for the local church.
6/20/2023 • 34 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 76: Dealing with Doubt
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss doubt and how believers should view and handle this universal experience.
6/6/2023 • 32 minutes, 5 seconds
16 years of Ministry together!
While Pastor Jonathan is away at youth camp, Pastor Jason and Stephen discuss the unique grace of God in giving them 16 years of service together.
5/30/2023 • 41 minutes, 12 seconds
Episode 74: The Gospel Legacy of Tim Keller
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler reflect about the life and impact of Tim Keller (1950-2023).Some Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/prodigal-god/timothy-keller/9780525950790/pd/950790?utm_source=google&kw=29064775092&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkvSt276M_wIVB21MCh3a8wJWEAAYASAAEgLUk_D_BwEhttps://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/50-quotes-tim-keller/https://gospelinlife.com/downloads/jonah-1990/
5/23/2023 • 30 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 73: Hell and the Justice of God
Pastor Jason and Jonathan are joined by Bro. Clint Gillen to discuss what the doctrine of hell is, and why is matters for Christians. A helpful resource: https://www.christianbook.com/is-hell-real/9781433578632/pd/578632
5/16/2023 • 30 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode 72: How to Rebuke
Listen as pastors Jason and Jonathan explain what rebuke is, and how disciples of Jesus should go about rebuking others. Recommended book: https://www.christianbook.com/peacemaker-resolving-personal-conflict-third-edition/ken-sande/9780801064852/pd/64856?event=ESRCG
5/9/2023 • 30 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode 71: God is About God
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they unpack the phrase "The chief end of God is to glorify God."
5/2/2023 • 35 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 70: Spiritual Warfare
Listen as Pastors Jason and Jonathan discuss what spiritual warfare is, and how believers are to biblically fight their spiritual battles.
4/25/2023 • 28 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 69: Reading and the Christian Life
Hear the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk about Christians and reading--why it's important and how to do it. What we're reading right now: https://www.christianbook.com/praying-church-becoming-people-discouraging-world/9781433561641/pd/561641?en=google&utm_source=google&kw=29064775092&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=CjwKCAjw__ihBhADEiwAXEazJoe7vfUFh6ebPQD0FVwpc_8dryEHJAd4yxdA1hNbk_W7zI08WyhqqxoCx-sQAvD_BwEhttps://www.christianbook.com/lord-jesus-meditations-second-coming-christ/john-piper/9781433584954/pd/584954?en=google&utm_source=google&kw=29064775092&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=CjwKCAjw__ihBhADEiwAXEazJsTpCYM9x-Qx8E_qDIh71KuVsrODBNAgJCD_2qVLHo_S7fv0eWHUNBoCGgMQAvD_BwEhttps://www.christianbook.com/providence-john-piper/9781433568343/pd/568341?utm_source=google&kw=john%20piper%20providence%20book&mt=b&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1018818&cb_src=google&cb_typ=search&cb_cmp=17237028942&cb_adg=139435063369&cb_kyw=john%20piper%20providence%20book&gclid=CjwKCAjw__ihBhADEiwAXEazJkHRUND-reF_cz2Z9faaMTZxKJT1ROyN75kAhoL7czTjPpcqZvCWPRoCoaoQAvD_BwEhttps://www.crossway.org/books/the-death-of-porn-tpb/https://www.christianbook.com/recognize-resist-three-enemies-sabotage-peace/john-comer/9780525653127/pd/653123?utm_source=google&kw=live%20no%20lies%20john%20mark%20comer&mt=b&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1018818&cb_src=google&cb_typ=search&cb_cmp=17240290312&cb_adg=133967432582&cb_kyw=live%20no%20lies%20john%20mark%20comer&gclid=CjwKCAjw__ihBhADEiwAXEazJtst3hpuRENPPqtq0dp7d3NFLJfPwzcwY_9l7WX-EW4fxoDusvDXMRoCkTIQAvD_BwEhttps://www.christianbook.com/reformed-dogmatics-4-volumes/herman-bavinck/9780801035760/pd/035760?utm_source=google&kw=21440761692&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=CjwKCAjw__ihBhADEiwAXEazJsPl04mydWR5jnGNYtX76FXJmR0BIs-pRmTyjFOThyxV9t4KjK2zXxoC-mkQAvD_BwEhttps://www.heritagebooks.org/products/how-to-read-understand-the-biblical-prophets-gentry.html
4/18/2023 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 68: Baptism Counseling
This week, the pastors of FBC Lake Butler review what Baptism is according to the Bible, and how it should be thought of in the lives of our church members--including the question of "re-baptism."
4/11/2023 • 32 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 67: How Should We Celebrate Easter?
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss how Good Friday and Easter will be celebrated as a church family. Resources: - Exodus 12- Leviticus 17 - Isaiah 52:13-53:12- John 17- Hebrews 9:11-28https://hesedandemet.com/product/the-precious-blood-the-benefits-of-the-atonement-of-christ/
4/4/2023 • 31 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 66: Let's Talk Continues: Am I at the Right Church?
Listen as Pastor Stephen and Pastor Jonathan tackle a question recently submitted. Submit yours to: [email protected]
3/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 65: Let's Talk (Live Event)
Listen to the live recording of a recent event called, "Let's Talk" where the pastors of FBC Lake Butler answer questions submitted by members.
3/21/2023 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 64: When is Entertainment Okay?
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss how to manage time in a balanced way, enjoying the good gift of entertainment.
3/14/2023 • 29 minutes, 24 seconds
Episode 63: How Should We Evangelize?
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler lay out ways we can share our faith with "hope" as informed by 1 Peter 3.
3/7/2023 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 62: How Are We on Mission?
Listen as the pastors Jason and Jonathan define biblical missions, and explain how FBC Lake Butler is seeking to be faithful to the biblical command to be on mission for God's glory.
2/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 61: Encouragements for Building Healthy Churches
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through Pastor Jason's message at the True Church Conference on the topic of reforming a church to biblical health--found here: https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1RDxlaRVPjlKL
2/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 60: What Makes a True Church?
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss what makes a true (biblically healthy) church. Resources: https://www.9marks.org/https://www.anchoredintruth.org/
2/13/2023 • 35 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 59: FBC Jax's Marriage Statement
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss the importance of FBC Jax's marriage statement and how Christian sexual ethics and church membership separate believers from the world. Read more here: https://fbcjax.com/first-thoughts/why-we-need-a-first-baptist-statement-on-biblical-sexuality/
2/9/2023 • 31 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 58: Fighting Carnality
What does it mean to be carnal? Listen as Pastors Jason, Stephen, and Jonathan of FBC Lake Butler discuss the important topic of carnality within the life of the believer. Listen to Pastor Jason's sermon here: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1655
1/31/2023 • 31 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 57: Do I Lean On My Own Understanding?
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler further discuss Genesis 12 and its implications for trusting God in daily life. Resources: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1653
1/24/2023 • 33 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 56: How Can We Identify Idols?
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler follow up last week's episode with a few clarifications spurred on by listener feedback.
1/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 10 seconds
Episode 55: What is Idolatry?
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss what idolatry is, and how we can fight it as followers of Jesus. Resources mentioned: https://www.christianbook.com/counterfeit-empty-promises-money-power-matters/timothy-keller/9781594485497/pd/485497?utm_source=google&kw=29064775092&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyvf1iu69_AIVF4-GCh3g4AioEAAYASAAEgINhfD_BwEhttps://www.christianbook.com/idols-heart-learning-alone-revised-updated/elyse-fitzpatrick/9781629952109/pd/95210X?utm_source=google&kw=29064775092&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyOSnne69_AIVFWiGCh06MAJmEAAYASAAEgKGxPD_BwEhttps://www.amazon.com/Little-Pilgrims-Big-Journey-Illustrated-ebook/dp/B08GSH1W44https://www.truthforlife.org/store/products/books-and-booklets/little-pilgrims-big-journey-part-2/
1/10/2023 • 32 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode 54: Coming in 2023: A Special Announcement
Pastors Jason and Jonathan of FBC Lake Butler unveil a new project that's coming at the start of 2023.
12/13/2022 • 28 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 53: How Should We Hear God's Word?
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler share why biblically our hearing of God's word matters.Resources mentioned:- https://www.christianbook.com/before-bible-heart-postures-approaching-word/matt-smethurst/9781912373710/pd/373711- https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1642
12/6/2022 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 52: Christmas at FBC
Listen as the pastors of First Baptist Church Lake Butler discuss why the celebration of Advent is biblical, and what ways FBC will be remembering the coming of Jesus in order to spread his glory. https://www.fbclakebutler.com/advent
11/29/2022 • 32 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 51: Tough Questions About Biblical Manhood & Womanhood
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler cover tough questions on the topic of biblical manhood & womanhood.
11/22/2022 • 34 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode 50: Living Out Biblical Manhood and Womanhood
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss how we live out biblical manhood and womanhood. Submit your questions for next week's episode to: [email protected]
11/8/2022 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 49: What is Biblical Manhood & Womanhood?
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss what the Bible says about the two genders God gave humanity. Resources: - https://www.crossway.org/books/men-and-women-in-the-church-tpb/- https://cbmw.org/
11/1/2022 • 32 minutes, 42 seconds
Episode 48: Why Do We Have a Conscience?
Pastors Jonathan and Jason of FBC Lake Butler talk through the biblical definition of the conscience and how believers are called to steward its presence. Recommended Reading: https://www.crossway.org/books/conscience-tpb/
10/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 47: Practicing Meeting with God
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler explain the "why" and "how" of daily meeting with God through Bible reading and prayer.Mentioned Resources: - https://www.esv.org/resources/reading-plans/- https://www.navigators.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/navigators-book-at-a-time-bible-reading-plan.pdf- https://www.christianbook.com/thou-vision-liturgy-for-daily-worship/jonathan-gibson/9781433578199/pd/578199?product_redirect=1&search_term=be%20thou%20my&Ntt=578199&item_code=&ps_exit=PRODUCT|legacy&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP- https://www.christianbook.com/praying-connecting-distracting-world-2nd-edition/paul-miller/9781631466830/pd/466830?event=ESRCG- https://www.christianbook.com/experiencing-passion-power-easter-new-edition/9781433573125/pd/573123?event=ESRCG
10/18/2022 • 31 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode 46: The Family and Time-Commitments
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler answer a member's question about the family and extra curricular time commitments. Some resources for parents:https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/spring-sports-and-sunday-churchhttps://www.christianbook.com/parenting-gospel-principles-radically-change-family/paul-tripp/9781433551932/pd/551933https://www.christianbook.com/shepherding-childs-heart-revised-and-updated/tedd-tripp/9780966378603/pd/37191?product_redirect=1&search_term=sheperding%20a%20child&Ntt=37191&item_code=&ps_exit=PRODUCT|legacy&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP
10/11/2022 • 33 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 45: Life & Ministry with Pastor Jono Sims: Part 2
10/4/2022 • 38 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode 44: Life & Ministry with Pastor Jono Sims: Part 1
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler interview Pastor Jono Sims of Shelbyville Mills Baptist Church on his life and ministry.
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler review the content of the 2022 Sing! Conference, talking through what biblical worship is, and why liturgy is important.
9/21/2022 • 33 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 42: Healthy Male/Female Relationships
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss some wisdom principles in how men and women should relate to each other in purity as followers of Jesus.
9/13/2022 • 32 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode 41: The Office of Deacon
Listen as Pastors Jason and Jonathan (of FBC Lake Butler) discuss the biblical office of deacon.https://www.christianbook.com/deacons-they-serve-strengthen-the-church/matt-smethurst/9781433571626/pd/571623?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=church-supplies-0-20%7C571623&p=1179710&utm_source=google&kw=&mt=&dv=c&event=SHOP&p=1221303&gclid=Cj0KCQjwyOuYBhCGARIsAIdGQRPXSN10Gxplm5AiuQkt6QrOBIrGfU0SVtTioT8wRVExMyjzdpL5VUsaArzUEALw_wcB
9/9/2022 • 30 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 40: The Glory of God in the Next Generation Weekend Review
Listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler review the weekend at FBC emphasizing the glory of God in the next generation.Recourses mentioned: - https://www.truth78.org/products- https://www.christianbook.com/matters-for-everything-think-say-and/paul-tripp/9781433547072/pd/547072
8/30/2022 • 33 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode 39: What Priority Should the Church Have?
FBC Lake Butler pastors Jason and Jonathan respond to a member's question about the priority that the local church should have in the life of a Christian. Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/when-church-family-recapturing-jesus-vision/joseph-hellerman/9780805447798/pd/447798?event=ESRCG
8/24/2022 • 30 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode 38: Do we need Revival?
The Pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through the upcoming event of Revival (Sept. 25-28), and why they believe it's crucial for the spiritual lives of the members of FBCLB.
8/16/2022 • 28 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 37: Death & Dying
Join the Pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they answer a question from a church member about what happens when we die.
8/9/2022 • 30 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 36: Covenants and Why they Matter
The Pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss the biblical covenants and how they impact our lives as Christians. Resources: - https://www.crossway.org/books/covenant-and-gods-purpose-for-the-world-tpb/- https://www.crossway.org/books/gods-kingdom-through-gods-covenants-tpb/
8/3/2022 • 31 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 35: How do we walk by the Spirit?
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler review the sermon from Sunday (https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1605), and talk through further application of living Spirit-filled lives. Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/the-holy-spirit-gregg-allison/9781462757749/pd/757740?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=academic-20-40%7C757740&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=CjwKCAjwrNmWBhA4EiwAHbjEQPhayeRkA-SfuJ4nnn31uCeIvHNv2Y7IhusdsE-41Vp-9fIdHTILAhoCMdoQAvD_BwEhttps://www.christianbook.com/spiritual-gifts-what-they-why-matter/thomas-schreiner/9781535915205/pd/915209?event=ESRCG
7/19/2022 • 31 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode 34: Why Bother with Vacation Bible School?
Join the FBC Lake Butler pastors as they discuss the VBS vision and materials for 2022.
7/12/2022 • 30 minutes, 8 seconds
Episode 33: When We Feel Overwhelmed
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss the experience of being overwhelmed in light of James 1:1-6.
7/1/2022 • 30 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 32: SBC Annual Meeting 2022 Review
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss Pastor Jason's recent trip to the Southern Baptist Convention's annual meeting.
6/21/2022 • 30 minutes, 18 seconds
Episode 31: What Does the Holy Spirit Do? (with Pastor Lem Lane)
Join Pastor Jonathan as he interviews a special guest, Pastor Lem Lane of Covenant Community Church (http://covenantcommunity.net). They discuss the Holy Spirit and His role in the lives of believers. Resources: --https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Gifts-What-They-Matter/dp/153591520X--https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Spirit-Theology-People-God/dp/146275774X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MLYG24VAGDIX&keywords=the+Holy+Spirit+allison&qid=1655235319&s=books&sprefix=the+holy+spirit+alliso%2Cstripbooks%2C207&sr=1-1
6/14/2022 • 36 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 30: Q&A: Burial or Cremation & Infant Baptism
Join pastors Jason and Jonathan as they give answers to member's submitted questions. Resources: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/justin-taylor/to-bury-or-burn-christianity-and-cremation/https://opc.org/cce/tracts/WhyInfantBaptism.html
5/31/2022 • 25 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 29: Union with Christ: Part 2
In this episode, the pastors of First Baptist Church Lake Butler further define, describe, and defend the doctrine of union with Christ.Recourses mentioned: https://www.christianbook.com/union-with-christ-know-enjoy-god/rankin-wilbourne/9780830772070/pd/772073?utm_source=google&kw=127983375810&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmuiTBhDoARIsAPiv6L-59edoKTlMAGyWpAH28ttiJOB2h2IqsHlVr5JfPnDBAkSqSU3VIXAaAsnCEALw_wcB
5/17/2022 • 27 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode 28: Union with Christ: Part 1
In this episode, the pastors of First Baptist Church Lake Butler define, describe, and defend the doctrine of union with Christ.Resources mentioned: https://www.christianbook.com/union-with-christ-know-enjoy-god/rankin-wilbourne/9780830772070/pd/772073?utm_source=google&kw=127983375810&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmuiTBhDoARIsAPiv6L-59edoKTlMAGyWpAH28ttiJOB2h2IqsHlVr5JfPnDBAkSqSU3VIXAaAsnCEALw_wcB
5/10/2022 • 32 minutes, 14 seconds
Episode 27: Honoring Mothers
For the week of Mother's Day, listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk about their mothers and the gift of grace that is motherhood.
5/3/2022 • 28 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode 26: Reflections on Revelation
The pastors of FBC Lake Butler reflect on what they've learned through Revelation 1-5. Listen to their sermons, here: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/downloads
4/26/2022 • 31 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 25: Journeying to the Cross for Easter: Part 3
As we prepare for Easter, join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they reflect on the event of Jesus' death and its relevance for our every-day life. Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/experiencing-passion-power-easter-new-edition/9781433573125/pd/573123?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=christian-living-0-20%7C573123&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxtSSBhDYARIsAEn0thRtI5RmvXMGTmQxhS33sAAj0mXxPo9MvOpCptv-F0f5ire1PpUJXykaAgDoEALw_wcB
4/12/2022 • 28 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 24: Journeying to the Cross for Easter: Part 2
As we prepare for Easter, join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they reflect on the event of Jesus' death and its relevance for our every-day life. Penal substitution: Salvation through sacrifice Christ bore the penalty for human sin upon the cross 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5 Christus Victor: Salvation through triumph Christ triumphed over all evil powers through death & resurrection 1 John 3:8, Col. 2:15Moral Influence: Salvation through obedience Christ’s work gave a picture of true love 1 John 4:8, Phil 2:5-11Recapitulation: Salvation through representation Christ, as the “second Adam,” completes the human story on our behalf Rom 5:19, 1 Cor 15:22, Gen 3:15Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Mosaic-Atonement-Integrated-Approach-Christs/dp/0310097649/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22WSDS9YDQUW4&keywords=joshua+mcnall+atonement&qid=1649198883&sprefix=Joshua+man%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1
4/5/2022 • 31 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 23: Journeying to the Cross for Easter: Part 1
As we prepare for Easter, join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they reflect on the event of Jesus' death and its relevance for our every-day life. Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Keep-Near-Cross-Experiencing/dp/1433573121/ref=asc_df_1433573121/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=525300323189&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5313020713702592618&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011466&hvtargid=pla-1227119753019&psc=1https://www.amazon.com/Living-Cross-Centered-Life-Keeping/dp/1590525787/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3B97VQ2W22M38&keywords=living+the+cross+centered+life&qid=1648582792&s=books&sprefix=living+the+cross%2Cstripbooks%2C81&sr=1-1
3/29/2022 • 28 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 22: Responding When Tragedy Strikes
In this episode, the pastors of FBC Lake Butler walk through how believers can respond when tragedies in life occur. Resources: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/4-reasons-god-ordains-suffering-for-his-people/?amphttps://gospelreformation.net/god-ordain-sufferinghttps://www.patheos.com/blogs/chorusinthechaos/god-ordains-suffering/https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/how-do-i-recover-from-an-unbearable-tragedy
3/22/2022 • 34 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 21: DGroups
This week, the pastors at FBC Lake Butler discuss why we do Dgroups, as well as share some tips to having a successful discipleship group.Some resources: https://longhollow.com/questions-about-d-groupshttps://www.9marks.org/article/using-small-groups-cultivate-fellowship/https://www.amazon.com/Gentle-Lowly-Christ-Sinners-Sufferers/dp/1433566133
3/15/2022 • 29 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode 20: Parenting that Gets to the Heart
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler who explore how to parent children's hearts. Resources: https://www.paultripp.com/parentinghttps://www.christianbook.com/shepherding-childs-heart-revised-and-updated/tedd-tripp/9780966378603/pd/37191
3/8/2022 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 19: Why We Love Anchored In Truth
Pastor Jonathan and Pastor Jason discuss their recent trip to Anchored in Truth's conference in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Resources: https://www.anchoredintruth.orghttps://www.9marks.orghttps://www.christianbook.com/nine-marks-healthy-church-revised-edition/mark-dever/9781433578113/pd/578113?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=church-supplies-0-20%7C578113&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmeKQBhDvARIsAHJ7mF6t3uBJIS8-K5xUxn0HlCk4fI_TajwWghhWUdAte_72qDQ9jbqh1rMaAkq1EALw_wcB
3/1/2022 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode 18: Understanding the OT Law
How should we read and interpret the laws from the Old Testament? Listen to the pastors of FBC Lake Butler tackle this often misunderstood topic. Resources: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/reading-biblical-law/?utm_source=web_social_share&medium=shared_videohttps://www.amazon.com/Bearing-Gods-Name-Sinai-Matters/dp/0830852697/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3873KI3O62S9W&keywords=bearing+god%27s+name+why+sinai+still+matters&qid=1643913197&s=books&sprefix=bearing+Go%2Cstripbooks%2C80&sr=1-1
2/22/2022 • 31 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 17: What Everyone Needs to Know About Revelation
Hear the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss more topics from the book of Revelation.
2/15/2022 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode 16: Having a Gospel-Shaped Marriage
In preparation for Valentine's Day, the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss God's design for marriage. Recommended Book: https://www.amazon.com/Marriage-Mystery-Gospel-Raymond-Ortlund/dp/1433546876
2/8/2022 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode 15: The Lord's Supper
Listen as the pastors at FBC Lake Butler discuss their understanding and vision for practicing the Lord's Supper.Notes: Definition: Christ commanded all Christians to eat bread and to drink from the cup in thankful remembrance of him and his death. The Lord’s Supper is a celebration of the presence of God in our midst; bringing us into communion with God and with one another; feeding and nourishing our souls. It also anticipates the day when we will eat and drink with Christ in his Father’s kingdom. (New City Catechism)Why should we take the Lord’s Supper? Obedience – Jesus commanded us to remember his life and death through this meal (Matt. 26:26-28; Mark 14:22-24; Luke 19:19-20; 1 Cor. 11:23).Proclamation – partaking of the ordinance / sacrament of the Lord’s Supper visually reenacts Jesus’ death and our union to his death and each other (1 Cor 11:26; 10:16-17). As baptism signifies our initial union with Christ, the Lord’s supper signifies our ongoing union with Christ. Strengthening – as we partake of the Lord’s Supper we experience Jesus’ Spirit in a unique way through the truths of the Gospel being recreated, leading to our faith being strengthened and invigorated (2 Pet. 1:4). Who should take the Lord’s Supper? Baptized believers in Jesus (with faith preceding baptism) in good standing with their local church-We don’t want someone to publicly proclaim what they are not (unbelievers proclaiming they’re believers). -We don’t want someone to experience God’s judgement (1 Cor. 11:29-30).How should we take the Lord’s Supper? 1. Corporately – Paul urges the church to “wait” for each other (1 Cor. 11:33). He’s addressing the Lord’s Supper because of the division that’s come about through twisting the meal into a selfish event where people are separated by class, and drinking is excessive (1 Cor 11:21).2. Cautiously / Introspectively – Paul warns against partaking in the meal in an “unworthy manner” (1 Cor 11:27). Since he is addressing the issue of turning the meal into a selfish event, this phrase most likely refers to arrogance concerning Jesus’ death and its effects. Partakers should instead examine their own lives to see whether they are living in repentance before proclaiming publicly their union with Christ.
2/2/2022 • 28 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 14: Studying the Book of Revelation
Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as we discuss 6 keys to remember as we interpret the book of Revelation. Here're some resources: Key Terms Handout: https://jonathanrichardwright.files.wordpress.com/2022/02/key-terms-in-revelation.pdfBible Project Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nvVVcYD-0whttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpnIrbq2bKohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNDX4tUdj1Y&vl=enA great commentary: https://www.amazon.com/Revelation-Commentary-G-K-Beale/dp/0802866212/ref=asc_df_0802866212/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312748656151&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13994613194973145627&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011466&hvtargid=pla-490288758871&psc=1
1/26/2022 • 33 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 13: Vision for 2022
The pastors discuss thoughts from their planning retreat about the vision for FBC Lake Butler in the year 2022.
1/11/2022 • 34 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode 12: Interview with Missionary Kindsey Norman
We are thrilled to host our very own church sent missionary, Kindsey Norman!
1/4/2022 • 36 minutes
Episode 11: 2021 Year End Review
12/28/2021 • 33 minutes, 22 seconds
Episode 10: The Christmas Story
Gather the family and go through the Christmas story with us!Luke 2
12/21/2021 • 35 minutes, 25 seconds
Episode 9: The First Gospel Account
In today's episode we explore the glorious gospel promise found in Genesis 3. Scriptures referenced:Genesis 3:15Isaiah 52:13-53:11
12/14/2021 • 30 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode 8: The Glory of God in the Next Generation
Sermon: "The Glory of God in Future Generations": https://fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1478Some of our favorite books on faith at home: Visionary Parenting: by Rob Rienow: http://shorturl.at/zCJRVParenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family:http://shorturl.at/auA03Family Shepherds: http://shorturl.at/cdowCShepherding A Child's Heart:http://shorturl.at/quvGQ
12/7/2021 • 39 minutes, 15 seconds
Episode 7: Advent-What is it? Why celebrate it?
Would you like one of our advent devotions? Contact us at www.fbclakebutler.com Our Advent youtube playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmaeoUJ6Mm0wP1lJryOUlfdbaUncinb3y
11/30/2021 • 31 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode 6: Thanksgiving
What does it mean to "be" thankful? Join our conversation about Thanksgiving being a uniquely Christ-like quality and posture of our hearts.
11/23/2021 • 33 minutes, 41 seconds
Episode 3: 10/31/21 Sermon Discussion
We wanted to invite you into our conversation as we go through this past Sunday's sermon discussion questions that were sent out via quikkast. Here's the sermon: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1544The Bible Project Youtube video on Tree on Life: https://youtu.be/TJLan-pJzfQThe Bible Project Youtube video on the temple: https://youtu.be/wTnq6I3vUbUG.K. Beale, God Dwells Among Us: https://www.amazon.com/God-Dwells-Among-Us-Essential-ebook/dp/B095BL9G66