First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO
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When Hunger Meets Provision
When we find ourselves in those times where life has changed but the way forward is still hidden, we are walking a road Jesus himself traveled. <...
Treasures in the Rainforest
Children expect wonder -- and that can be an example for adult believers as well! Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Between the Rains
Farmers have trust in factors they have no control over. So, too, our faith helps us trust in factors we do not control over, even as the story of Joseph illustrates.
Seeds in the Wild
In the Parable of the Sower we can not only learn about types of soil, but the nature of the Sower. Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23...
Wild Hospitality
When we serve others and are vulnerable, our hospitality allows God's will to be done. Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30...
Companions of Jesus
We gather together, not only to learn more about Jesus, but also to become more like Jesus, just as the early believers did. Scripture: Acts 4:13...
Holy Imagination
Using holy imagination in our faith means our traditions should not bind us from serving God or restricting others in their service. Scripture: A...
Grave and Garden
In today's scripture, we find that God does what only God can do, and then invites us to be involved. Scripture: John 11:1-44
Captive Community
Our faith is about relationships wherever we are - even, as Paul and Silas found, in a prison cell. But our suffering can be overshadowed by Christ, who promises to be there with us.
Sent Together
Jesus sends his believers out into the world, not alone, but together. We are equipped differently so that we can better serve together. S...
What Does This Mean?
In a world constantly pulling itself apart, Pentecost reminds us that God still desires connection stronger than division. ...
Lifted in Prayer
When the storms of life come (and they do), Jesus followers should show up for one another, fueled by the love of God. Scripture: John 17:1-11
Not Alone
In a society where so many are so lonely, Jesus says, "I am with you." Scripture: John 14:15-21
Rooted in Promise
The promise of Jesus is not that you'll always feel at home, but that you are never without one. Scripture: John 14:1-14
Hope for Every Season
There is a time for everything. And in those time we wait, we have hope. Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15
Hope for When You Can't See Clearly
Resurrection does not take away the hard things in life, but it keeps those things from being the last things, Scripture: Luke...
Hope for When You Doubt
We are blessed with a faith that allows us to ask questions. Scripture: John 20:19-31
Hope for When Life Falls Apart
Resurrection does not restore life, but transforms it, just as it did that first Easter morning. Scripture: John 20:1-18
Maundy Thursday Reflections
There are significant events in life that change our priorities and bring everything into focus. For Jesus, that time is in an Upper Room with his disciples.
Bread for the Road
As the people found on that first Palm Sunday -- and we are still finding today -- there can be a gap between our expectations and what Jesus is actually doing. What do we do with that?
Bread for Community
Jesus seeks to welcome everyone to his kingdom regardless of status or popularity. Scripture Luke 19:1-10
Bread for Sharing
Jesus makes room at his table for those the world might not find room for, because the kingdom of God is about grace, not status. Scripture: Luke...
Bread for Each Day
Instead of centering on tomorrow's worries, Jesus encourages us to look at how God is sustaining us today. Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13