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This Week: Feasting Across the Aisle What if every meal held the power to heal deep divides? Join us this Sunday as we explore the story of Joseph, where a tense and awkward meal becomes a surprising feast for reconciliation. Discover how the tables we gather around today can transform division into unity. Sermon Series: Joseph: Between Favor and F…
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This Week: Mistrust, Deception, and Deliverance Join us as the story of Joseph and his family continues with mistrust, deception, and deliverance. This week we continue with a special message by guest preacher, Rev. Dr. David McDonald. Sermon Series: Joseph: Between Favor and Favoritism Discover the saga of Joseph—a tale of triumph and tragedy. Fro…
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This Week: Under Pressure People handle hurt differently. But mostly, we handle it poorly. When we're hurt, we are tempted to lash out at others. But we also are tempted to ignore our pain or hide from it until it bursts out in unhealthy ways. This week we're reading about the first time Joseph saw his brothers after they hurt him. This time, the p…
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This Week: In the Room Where It Happened Have you ever had an opportunity that you couldn't tell if it would be great or terrible? Maybe even afterwards, looking back - you're still not sure. This week, hear the story of Joseph, who gave up his old identity for a new destiny. This Sunday, we’ll dive into his story and reflect on what it means to pu…
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Sermon preached by Pastor Dallas Flippin on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: Nightmares or Daydreams When you feel trapped, the possibility of change can feel exciting or scary. Change becomes like a discernment between daydreams or nightmares. This week, we explore the story of Joseph – a man wrongfully …
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Sermon preached by Pastor Dallas Flippin on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: Freedom from Smothering Have you ever felt smothered? This week we’ll learn from the story of Joseph, who tries to escape the confines of the people closest to him who sought to control his future. Join us as we find ways to brea…
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Sermon preached by Pastor Dallas Flippin on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: There's No Goodwill for Torn Clothing Have you ever walked right into a messy situation? Joseph once traveled over 50 miles unknowingly towards his own pitfall. Join us as we explore how to avoid pitfalls in the drama of life. Se…
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Sermon preached by Pastor Dallas Flippin on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: Pet Peeves and Teacher's Pet Join us as we launch our new sermon series, Joseph: Between Favor and Favoritism, and explore the root of jealousy and discord in Joseph’s family. Sermon Series: Joseph: Between Favor and Favoritism Di…
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Sermon preached by Ron Woodruff, on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: Foundation of the Holy Spirit Hear guest preacher, Ron Woodruff, share about his story with resilient faith. Sermon Series: Resilient Faith In a world increasingly dissatisfied and indifferent to God, what keeps you holding on to God? In…
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Sermon preached by Kelly Heath on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: Faith that Won't Let Go This week's story of resilient faith is brought by Kelly Heath! Sermon Series: Resilient Faith In a world increasingly dissatisfied and indifferent to God, what keeps you holding on to God? In our series, Resilient …
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Sermon preached by Randy on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: Backward Faith This week's story of resilient faith is brought by Randy! Sermon Series: Resilient Faith In a world increasingly dissatisfied and indifferent to God, what keeps you holding on to God? In our series, Resilient Faith, we will explor…
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Sermon preached by Coletta Crews, on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: From Start to Finish This week's story of resilient faith is brought by Coletta! Sermon Series: Resilient Faith In a world increasingly dissatisfied and indifferent to God, what keeps you holding on to God? In our series, Resilient Faith…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. This Week: You Have the Words of Life Pastor Dallas begins our series sharing about what has kept his faith strong in the midst of life’s struggles. Sermon Series: Resilient Faith In a world increasingly dissatisfied and indifferent to God, what k…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI.This Week: Origen on FireWe close out our series, Saints on Fire, by reflecting on our pursuit of God. The saints seem to have such a passionate pursuit of God. But what are we passionately running towards? This week, we hear the story of Origen of…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI.Sermon: St. Perpetua on FireHear the story of one of the earliest martyrs - a Roman woman named Perpetua - whose own words are preserved for us to inspire and comfort the faithful. Join us this Pentecost Sunday as we hope for a future filled with w…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Mother's Day Sunday, May 12, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Sermon: St. Macrina on Fire This Mother's Day we hear the story of Saint Macrina who changed the world despite not having the opportunities for recognition afforded to her brothers. This week we reflect on spiritual change that doesn'…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Jerome on Fire This week we hear the story of Jerome - who passionately invited others to bring God's words into the common language of the people. Join us as we explore a joyous life by living with the wisdom of God. Sermon Series: Saints on Fire …
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. St. Augustine on Fire This week we explore if it's possible to have a healthy form of confession without the guilt and shaming baggage that so often travels with confession. Sermon Series: Saints on Fire Step into the trailblazing journey of the…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Athanasius on Fire This week we explore God's lifegiving promises for a threatening world. Join us as we hear the story of a bishop life in and out of exile - and of the God who didn't let him down. Sermon Series: Saints on Fire Step into the trai…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Ambrose on Fire This week we explore the call to good work. Join us as we hear the story of an unexpected bishop and his drive to live up to his calling. Sermon Series: Saints on Fire Step into the trailblazing journey of the saints, where courage…
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Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Polycarp on Fire Step into the trailblazing journey of the saints, where courage meets conviction and faith ignites the soul. Join us as we explore the lives of those who dared to live passionately for their beliefs. Sermon Series: Saints on Fire…
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Sermon Series: Rock the Boat Jesus transformed the world through radical love, hospitality and grace. But what does it look like to live like Jesus? Join us as we explore the story of one of Jesus’ most vocal disciples, Peter, and learn that the path of living like Jesus isn’t linear – it meanders, and it isn’t comfortable – it takes us to unexpect…
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This Week: Reviving Your Soul In a world that glorifies non-stop hustle, it’s easy to forget the importance of rest. But here’s the deal: rest isn’t just idle; it’s the key to lifegiving growth. Join us as we explore the story of a prophet who was ready to give up – and what advice God gave him for the journey ahead. Sermon Series: It Crossed My Mi…
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This Week: Emotional Agility Are you having a hard time getting out of a funk? You’re not alone. We all experience a range of emotions and challenges, but sometimes the greatest challenge is to get off the path we’re on. This week we’re exploring the story of Nicodemus who decided to make a life change despite what it would cost him. Sermon Series:…
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This Week: Practicing Resilience Mental health is hard enough in good times, but what can help you through life’s valleys. Joins us as guest preacher Steven Owsley shares with us on the power of gratitude and resilience. Sermon Series: It Crossed My Mind What does faith have to do with my mental health? In our series, It Crossed My Mind, we will ex…
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This Week: Name the Monster What are you scared of? That simple question is something we usually want to avoid thinking about. This week, we’re going to explore the power of naming your fears to diminish their power over us. We’re going to hear about someone who ghosted their father-in-law only to have to later come face-to-face with his actions an…
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This Week: The Courage to Live In a dangerous world, it’s easy to put on armor to protect yourself. The armor of cynicism, of indifference, of distance. But our armor that we use to protect us also cuts us off from the things we most desire. Luke tells a powerful story about a woman who courageously sought healing from Jesus despite what others mig…
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This Week: “What Does it Mean to Be Perfect as God is Perfect?” Feeling exhausted by the relentless pursuit of perfection? Struggling with low self-esteem because you never feel “good enough”? Find liberation and hope this week as we ask “What Does it Mean to Be Perfect as God is Perfect?” Sermon Series: Real Questions People have plenty of questio…
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This Week: Why did God allow the killing of innocent children in the Old Testament? This week we’re talking about another difficult real question. What do we do with the stories of God allowing or commanding the deaths of children of enemy nations in the Old Testament? In the face of this difficult question, we’ll hear about a surprising principle …
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Why Has the Area Around Jerusalem Been So Violent Since Biblical Times?
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This Week: Why Has the Area Around Jerusalem Been So Violent Since Biblical Times? Is the area around Jerusalem violent? If so, why? And what does that have to do with me on the other side of the world? This week we’re talking about violence and our imaginations for a better world. Sermon Series: Real Questions People have plenty of questions, but …
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This Week: Where'd the Sermon Go? Jesus was the bringer of good news, but not everyone wants good news. This week we examine our role in justice and how we often settle for less. Sermon Series: Real Questions People have plenty of questions, but the church doesn’t always feel like a safe place to ask them. In Real Questions, we will engage with rea…
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This Week: What does God’s goodness look like for me? Are you tired of chasing after an elusive good life? Join us this week as we dive into the real questions that weigh on our hearts. Discover the misconceptions we hold and the pitfalls we must avoid on our journey. Let’s explore Psalm 73 and uncover the transformative power of pursuing God as th…
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This Week: Is God a Good Neighbor? What made the Good Samaritan Good? He saw the need of his neighbor and acted on their behalf. But what about God? This week’s question asks whether God has asked us to care for our neighbors in distress while potentially not doing so Himself. This week we’re discussing when God doesn’t seem to act for those in dis…
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This Week: Rapid vs. Gradual Conversion Today’s question: Paul’s conversion was physically and spiritually dramatic, why was his conversion so different than mine? Have you ever felt jealous of someone else’s spiritual story? This week we’re discussing conversion and the different stories we have with God. Join us as we feel God’s call to transform…
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This Week: Victory in Jesus Join us this Sunday as we conclude our sermon series on The Aftermath of Easter with a dive into 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 and discover the transforming victory of Jesus that can all share in. Sermon Series: The Aftermath of Easter The Easter story isn’t just something that happened 2,000 years ago. It’s a living reality th…
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Are you longing for a future where your body is infused with divine transformation? Listen as we dive into 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 and discover the breathtaking hope that lies within the seeds of our existence.Sermon Series: The Aftermath of EasterThe Easter story isn’t just something that happened 2,000 years ago. It’s a living reality that continu…
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This Week: A New AdamJoin us for an inspiring message about the surprising scope of Jesus' victory over death. This week we'll read from 1 Corinthians 15 and talk about Adam, Jesus, and the future of all. Sermon preached by Pastor Dallas Flippin on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Sermon Series: The Aftermath of Easte…
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Today's sermon was by James Haldane, Executive Pastor of JaxNaz Church. The sermon was preached on April 30, 2023 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, Michigan. If you'd like to connect better with FBC JXN, fill out our virtual connect card at https://fbcjxn.org/connect. Follow FBC JXN on Instagram at https://instagram.com/fbcjxn. Like FBC JXN o…
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Today's Message: Easter Isn't Just about JesusYou're not the first person to wonder if resurrection is real. Join us this Sunday as we delve into 1 Corinthians 15:12-19 with Paul's message on why the resurrection is not just a matter of belief about what happened in the past, but also something we participate in today. Discover Easter's relevance i…
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Today’s Message: The Path of Grace Join us this Sunday as we delve into the grace of God and how it can transform our lives. Through Paul’s retelling of Jesus’ resurrection appearances in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, we’ll see how Jesus’ forgiveness of Paul allowed him to be transformed and take a new path. We’ll explore how this same grace is available …
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Today’s Message: Radical Forgiveness Are you weighed down by guilt and shame? God doesn’t want that for you. Join us this Easter to hear about Jesus’ radical forgiveness and what it can mean for your life and for our world. Sermon preached by Dallas Flippin, on Sunday, April 9, 2023 at the First Baptist Church of Jackson, MI. Connect with FBC JXN L…
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Today’s Message: Palm Sunday People have a lot of names for us – some good, some bad. Navigating both criticism and mistaken praise is difficult when doing so alone. Worshiping in community enables us to rest in God’s presence – a sanctuary where we are called children of God. Join us this Palm Sunday as we reflect on the transforming power of regu…
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Today’s Message: Choosing Gratitude Gratitude is a powerful force that can transform our lives and relationships. Join us this Sunday to discover how being grateful for the blessings of life can lead us to respond in love. Series: The Force of Habit It’s vital in faith to break out of your routines and to follow God into something bigger. But it’s …
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Today’s Message: Advocating for Others Looking to strengthen your spiritual life? Join us for an inspiring sermon by our interim worship leader, Steven, on making a habit of praying for others. Drawing from Luke 22, where Jesus prays for Peter’s faith to not fail, Steven will challenge us to be mindful of those around us and pray for their well-bei…
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Today’s Message: Active Listening Join us for a transformative message on the power of listening. In a world where noise often drowns out God’s loving voice, let’s take a moment to pause, reflect, and listen. Discover how being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger can bring us closer to God and each other. Series: The Force of Habit It…
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Today’s Message: Reading with Jesus Are you looking to deepen your spiritual journey through reading the Bible? Join us this Sunday as we explore Jesus’ transfiguration and discover the importance of reading the Bible through the lens of Christ. Learn how to approach scripture with faith and engage with it as a daily part of your spiritual life. Do…
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Today’s Message: Hold Fast to Your Dreams Do you feel like giving up on your dreams? Jesus faced similar struggles during his 40-day fast in the wilderness. Join us for a sermon that will inspire you to hold on to your God-given aspirations and overcome temptations that come your way. Series: The Force of Habit It’s vital in faith to break out of y…
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Today’s Message: The Musical Battle Does drama exhaust you? When you’re faced with toxic environments it’s easy to become toxic too. This week, we’re reading an out of the box story about the time God told Israel’s army to not enter a battle and instead to put the musicians in the front lines of the battle. Join us as we reflect on God’s wisdom for…
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Today’s Message: Shrinking and Growing It’s always tough to lose your supporters, your allies, you teammates, your friends. If you combine shrinking support with feeling inadequate, it becomes really difficult to overcome the challenges in front of us. In the Book of Judges, God had some strange advice to Gideon which might just empower you to face…
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Today’s Message: Seeing Beneath the Surface Have you ever felt overlooked? People are prone to put labels on each other. Some are seen as smart, as cool, as flaky, or as loyal. The labels we use sometimes leave people overlooked. Samuel once went looking for a new king – and found some candidates who looked the part. But then something unexpected h…
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