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First Baptist Podcasts

First Baptist Church Bowling Green, KY

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Welcome to First Baptist Church Bowling Green, KY, where faith & life meet. Subscribe to hear all First Baptist BG podcast content, including The Weekly Sermons & Studies Podcast and The Beyond Sunday Podcast.
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For nearly 3 years, churches and other institutions of faith struggled with how to get their message out to the masses during a time when a worldwide pandemic raged. Many of them went to livestreaming and social media. This podcast follows what that experience was like for religious leaders, members of religious organizations, those who became "media ministers" and more. We also look at how media ministry is transforming the church now that the pandemic is over. Will the church as we know it ...
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Eastwood Baptist Church

Jeremy Rogers & Ben Simpson

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Sermons from Eastwood Baptist Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Eastwood is one church with two locations: Jeremy Rogers is the Lead Pastor and Ben Simpson is the Campus Teaching Pastor at the South campus.
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Sometimes in life, we face circumstances that cause us to need reassurance that God is there, loving us, leading us, and extending His mercy to us. As He did for Paul in Corinth, God provides that reassurance for us when we look to Him in faith. Join us as we learn how and pray together, “Lead me, Lord, when I need reassurance.” --- In this sermon …
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Send us a Text Message. The ultimate reason for adding technology to the church has been to share the gospel, but how do you keep it from overshadowing the word? In this episode, Ryan Dearbone talks to Technology Minister Rob Wilson of Zion Community Church about several topics, including building togetherness in the sanctuary versus through online…
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Send us a Text Message. As much as we would like to attend church service in-person, sometimes we just can't. So having the online option can be a Godsend for many. In this episode, Ryan talks with Carla Dotson & Reva Keeling, both members at Mt. Zion in Nashville, TN about how they have used livestreaming to keep engaged with their church even tho…
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Send us a Text Message. Sometimes you don't need expensive technology to spread the word of God.... even during a pandemic! In this episode, we talk to Dustin Bratcher, Technology Coordinator for Liberty Methodist Church in Beaver Dam, KY about how his small church mixed simple parking lot worship services with the power of digital technology to st…
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Send us a Text Message. What was church worship like outside of the United States during the pandemic? Ryan talks with his father-in-law, retired South African priest Julian Paul, about what challenges his church faced and how they responded. He shares how social media and livestreaming kept churches spread throughout the world connected to his. We…
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Why did the apostles cite Psalm 2 so often? What was the purpose of the Holy Spirit falling again on the disciples? How do we avoid being “hunkered down” Christians? Pastor Alex and Jordan draw practical applications from the apostles’ prayer in Acts 4. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “When the Nations Rage | Act…
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Since the Genesis 3, the nations have waged war against each other and against the Lord himself. The people of God have always been in the middle of the conflict. What is the church of the Lord Jesus Christ to do when the nations rage all around? --- In this sermon series, we will follow the journeys of the Apostle Paul and his companions as they t…
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What should we think about artistic and technological achievements of pagan cultures? How do we balance common ground and citing Scripture when sharing with nonbelievers? Is there a particular field to study for better evangelism? This week, Pastor Jeff and Jordan look for apologetic tips from Paul’s teaching at the Areopagus. — This episode of The…
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When Paul was in Athens, surrounded by the wickedness of pagan idolatry, he stood firm in the strength of God’s might. He loved the people enough to tell them about Jesus, and God used Paul’s Spirit-filled efforts to change eternity. God can use you, too! We'll see how from His Word today. --- In this sermon series, we will follow the journeys of t…
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Why does Luke consistently mention that women were attracted to the gospel message? What drove the Thessalonians to pursue Paul to Berea? How is becoming a Christian like becoming a member of a family? In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Jordan discuss gender and socio-religious dynamics in the first century Roman world, highlighting the risks and rew…
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Sometimes our circumstances can change quickly as we seek to trust and follow Jesus, but even when life becomes unexpectedly tumultuous, God is still able to do amazing work regardless. God’s work in Berea can show us just how God is able to work in us today! --- In this sermon series, we will follow the journeys of the Apostle Paul and his compani…
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Why didn’t people at the time of Jesus assume the Messiah would suffer? What were the dynamics like among Jews, pagans, and believers in cities Paul visited? How does context clarify New Testament passages that sound anti-Semitic? This week, Pastor Jeff and Jordan discuss underlying themes from the story of Paul’s stay in Thessalonica. — This episo…
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Paul and Silas were unjustly accused, unfairly judged, stripped, beaten, and detained, but they sang praises to God. They didn’t know at the time what God was going to do or when He might do it, but regardless, they worshiped Him. Their actions help us know how we can respond in faith when things go from bad to worse. --- In this sermon series, we …
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Why doesn’t God always rescue us right away? Where is the line between enduring suffering with patience and taking a stand for your case? What is the “lost episode” at First Baptist? Pastor Jeff and Jordan share about the power outage at church this Sunday and the unique insight it afforded into the imprisonment of Paul and Silas in Acts 16. — This…
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Send us a Text Message. We meet Bridgette Starks Terry, who is a virtual member of State Street Baptist Church in Kentucky, but she lives in Atlanta, GA. Find out how her life-long connection to this church led to her return in a virtual form. What issues does being a virtual member present and how does she navigate it? Why does she choose to be a …
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Send us a Text Message. Churches have been faithfully using audio and video companies for years for in-house needs. However, live-streaming services was not a thought for many. But the pandemic changed all of that. In this episode, we talk to Richard Samuels of Pro Video & Audio Professionals in Franklin, KY about how he went from installing media …
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Send us a Text Message. In the next episode of the podcast, London Dixon joins us and talks about his time as the Media Minister of the church, a role he wasn't expecting to have. He talks about having to record services on iPads and editing them just to create a presence on social media. He also recalls how he began streaming old church services f…
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Send us a Text Message. We sit down to talk to Dr. Larry Snyder, Professor Emeritus at Western Kentucky University about how religion has evolved over the years, including during the pandemic. He talks about both the new dependence on new forms of media but also the counterculture that isn't using media to guide its religious services. he touches o…
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Why was the possessed girl in Acts 16 only telling the truth about the disciples? Do we know why Paul didn’t exorcize her spirit right away? What’s the problem with palm reading, fortune-telling, and horoscopes? This week, Pastor Jeff and Jordan warn about the demonic roots that underlie all forms of divination. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday …
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In the early days of Christianity, those who decided to trust and follow Jesus cast themselves wholly upon the leadership of the Lord. Where they went, what they did, and how they lived were all informed by their willingness to pray, “Lead me, Lord,” and to follow His guidance. --- In this sermon series, we will follow the journeys of the Apostle P…
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What are the similarities between the pagan city of Philippi and the Bible Belt today? Which lessons can we learn from Paul’s encounters in Philippi? How do we talk to family about faith? Alex Watkins returns to the podcast to draw missions lessons from Acts 16. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “When the Path is D…
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In the early days of Christianity, those who decided to trust and follow Jesus cast themselves wholly upon the leadership of the Lord. Where they went, what they did, and how they lived were all informed by their willingness to pray, “Lead me, Lord,” and to follow His guidance. --- In this sermon series, we will follow the journeys of the Apostle P…
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Why don’t we know more about the lives of the apostles? How do we respond when God tells us no? What can we do to be missionaries in our own hometowns? Pastor Jeff and Jordan reunite for today’s episode diving into the missionary journey in Acts 16. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “When You Tell Me ‘No’ | Acts 16…
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In the early days of Christianity, those who decided to trust and follow Jesus cast themselves wholly upon the leadership of the Lord. Where they went, what they did, and how they lived were all informed by their willingness to pray, “Lead me, Lord,” and to follow His guidance. --- In this sermon series, we will follow the journeys of the Apostle P…
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How does the world see followers of Jesus? Do we resemble what the world already knows or something that gives them a desire to know more about what makes His followers different? Today, we will see that our unity in Christ must be rooted in Him alone. The Apostle Paul describes Christ as the ultimate example of humility, and we must be seen resemb…
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The local church is God’s Plan A for taking the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to every nation, language, tribe, and people group. In doing so, the Apostle Paul encourages believers to be among the people of the world to proclaim Christ. Today, we will see that Paul exhorts the saints in Philippi and us today to be set apart for the work and missi…
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Where has Pastor Jeff been so far on his Footsteps of Paul Tour? How varied were the cultures Paul saw in his day? In what way have we been brought into the kingdom for such a time as this? This week, Pastor Jeff shares insights and experiences from the first few days of his trip to Greece and Turkey. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast fol…
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How did Paul die? What should we do when others disappoint us? In what ways are we all in ministry? This week, Pastor Jeff and Jordan share lessons from the end of Paul’s journey. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “The Apostle Paul | 2 Timothy 4:1–22” in “Decided,” our 2023–24 sermon series reexamining the basics o…
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Over the course of Paul’s life in Christ, he continued to change and grow. His story ended up different from what he had expected, but it was better in every way. When it was over, he got to go home to the One he served for so many years – and rest in the righteousness of Christ that he had preached to so many. – What is a Christian, and what does …
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How should we approach end-times prophecies? What is the Day of the LORD? If we are unsure of our salvation, what can we do? In this post-eclipse episode, Pastor Jeff and Jordan discuss Peter’s exhortation to believers about the things to come. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “The Apostle Peter | 2 Peter 3:1–18” …
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What happens to people who trust and follow Jesus for a long time? They get better, because they become more like Jesus over time. We will see this happen in the life of the Apostle Peter today. Old Peter was not the same man Young Peter had been, because the Lord’s work of progressive sanctification in him had truly transformed him. The same can (…
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Was Jesus literally resurrected from the dead? Do we have to believe in the resurrection? How do we keep God’s promises in mind during trials? After Easter, Pastor Jeff and Jordan discuss our living hope in Jesus and take a sneak peek at our upcoming spring sermons. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “God | 1 Peter …
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Jesus Christ is risen from the dead! But what does that mean for us today? How are our lives impacted by the reality of Jesus’ resurrection, both now and forever? – What is a Christian, and what does a Christian do? How do we live out our faith in everyday life? In this new series called “Decided,” we’re going back to the basics of what it means to…
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How long was Israel in slavery in Egypt? Could that time have been shorter or longer based upon Israel’s choices? What role does repentance play in redemption? This Holy Week, Jordan shares a Passover teaching challenging us to take the opportunities God gives us. –– Submit a question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions Passover Seder Resources: Scroll t…
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On Palm Sunday, we celebrate Jesus as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords who entered Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives to the cries of Hosannah from the multitudes, but we also recognize that Jesus knew something they didn’t – that He would soon “endure the cross, scorning its shame” in order to open the way to God for all of us. --- What is a Ch…
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What does the Bible say about marriage to an unbeliever? Why did Paul lay hands on Timothy? What can you do when you feel stuck in life? This week, Pastor Jeff and Jordan glean practical lessons from Timothy’s family life. — This episode of The Beyond Sunday Podcast expands upon the sermon “Lois & Eunice | 2 Timothy 1:1–7” in “Decided,” our 2023–24…
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