First Baptist Blowing Rock
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622 episodes
Dealing with Delayed Dreams; The Path of a Dreamer Series #6
While patience may be a virtue, it is a rarity in society today. We are a generation of instant gratification - we want it now; and that has crossed over into our walk of faith. We expect instant results but the Bible teaches us that some of God's...
Dreamers get lonely but are Never Alone; The Path of e Dreamer Series #5
As you pursue your dreams, you will encounter trials and difficulties; their will be times when you will feel all alone and even abandoned. It is in those moments that God is preparing you for what is to come. How do you respond when things don't ...
The Dream Sabotaging Seduction of Sin; Path of a Dreamer Series #4
All of us struggle with temptation; it is a part of life. We are tempted materially, personally and even sexually. It is not a sin to be tempted; even Jesus was tempted in the wilderness and overcame it. The sin comes from how we respond and nothi...
A Smooth Path is Never Promised; The Path of a Dreamer Series #3
It is easy to look at people who have achieved great success in their various fields and admire them or even be envious. If one was to look at the end of the book of Genesis and read about Joseph's success, we might admire him. A former prisoner f...
Beware the Dream Killers; The Path of a Dreamer Series #2
All of us face dream killers in our lives. They can either distract and discourage us from following our God given dreams or make us stronger and more determined. Join us as we identify some dream killers that Joseph faced and how he overcame them...
Breaking Generational Strongholds; The Path of a Dreamer Series #1
At least nine times in the Old Testament it is implied that the sins of the father will be passed along to future generations (his children and grandchildren). Since both the Old and New Testaments are clear that each of us is only accountable to ...
A Few Sacred Cows that Need Tipping
Join us as we examine a few things that we have allowed to become sacred cows in our personal lives and in the life of the church that have the potential to become idols. Many of these are good, if not great things, that were created or given to u...
A New You for a New Year
Is God interested in our New Years Resolutions? to lose weight? to be a better parent or spouse? What about our spiritual resolutions? to pray more? to read the Bible? to go to church? Do they ever really make a difference in the long run? Join us...
When Does Christmas End?
As many take down the decorations and move on to the celebration of the New Year, one has to wonder; when does Christmas actually end? Is it after the presents are opened? when the decorations are down? when the kids go back to school? Who says it...
The Real War on Christmas; 200 Proof Series, Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions #10
Is there a real War on Christmas? Are people trying to remove Christ from Christmas? If so, when did it start and why? Does it really matter? How are Christians and the church to respond? Join us as we conclude our series on cultural topics by lo...
The Rise of Cultural Christianity; 200 Proof Series, Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions #9
The recent Pew research religious survey and study found that 72% of American's identify themselves as Christians and yet 64% of them say that "many religions and paths can lead to God and salvation". So less than 35 % of identified Christians bel...
The Beauty of Biblical Marriage; 200 Proof Series, Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions #8
With the recent Supreme Court ruling that strived to redefined the definition and description of marriage in the United States - the church's response has been varied. The argument seemed to settle around "rights" - the individuals right, a couple...
Who is my Neighbor? The Immigration and Refugee Crisis; 200 Proof Series, Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions #7
In the last several weeks it seems everyone has had an opinion about the growing Refugee Crisis in Europe and how the United States should respond. Social Media has blown up on the topic, Political candidates all offer their opinions and solutions...
Brew Unto Others- The Christian and Alcohol; 200 Proof Series, Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions # 6
Should a Christian drink alcohol? Did Jesus drink wine? Was it real wine or more like grape juice? What does the bible say about alcohol? Is it wrong for Christians to drink socially? Even if it is not against scripture - is it beneficial? We exam...
Your Life Matters - Depression and Suicide; 200 Proof Series #5 Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions
The churches historical answers for depression and suicide have always been things like "You just need to have more faith", "If you loved God/Jesus more you wouldn't be depressed" and the like. While they may be great "Sunday School answers" they ...
All Lives Matter! pt.2 ; 200 Proof Series - Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions
A follow up to last week's message on "All Lives Matter". This message looks at the issues of Euthanasia; including doctor assisted suicide and even "passive euthanasia" where life giving measures are withheld. We also address the problems with cl...
All Lives Matter! pt. 1; 200 Proof Series - Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions
Since 1973 in the United States of America over 50 million preborn Babies have been murdered for the sake of convenience and we shrug our shoulders and remain shamefully silent and indifferently passive. Most in the church would proudly proclaim ...
Are We There Yet? Harvest Day 2015
The "State of the Church" message on where we have been and where we are going. God's vision and purpose for First Baptist Church of Blowing Rock. From our annual Harvest Day joint worship service.
The Search for Truth and Authority; 200 Proof Series; Biblical Answers to Cultural Questions #2
How can a Christian explain what they believe and why they believe it if they are not comfortable with the Bible. A recent survey found that 88% of American have a Bible in their home with the average home having 4.7 Bibles, yet only 52% of Christ...
The Christians Response to a Changing Culture; 200 Proof Series - Bibilcal Answers to Cultural Questions Introduction
Many sociologist believe that America is headed toward becoming a post-Christian nation, much like what Europe experienced in the past 50 years. As the culture and morals of our nation change, how is the church to respond? How can we carry out the...
The Ultimate Prayer Request; To Be or Not to Be, series from Ephesians final message
Have you ever wondered how to pray for someone? From last weeks message we discovered we are to pray specifically and continually for other believers but what do we pray for? In Romans 15:30, Paul asked the church "I urge you brothers, by our Lor...
The Prayer that Wins Battles; To Be or Not to Be, series from Ephesians # 43
Prayer is one of the most under utilized elements in many Christ followers lives, yet it is the most powerful tool available for releasing the power of God. As the Apostle Paul wraps up his teaching on Spiritual Warfare and the armor of God, he em...
The Wardrobe of a Warrior; To Be or Not to Be, series from Ephesians #42
What does it mean to "put on the full armor of God"? We have armor? What is it for and where do I get mine? What does Paul mean about this "day of evil" that is coming stuff? Join us as we examine Paul's teaching on Spiritual Warfare and the Armo...
The Believers Role in Spiritual Warfare; To Be or Not to Be, Series from Ephesians #41
Explore the role and responsibilities of a Christian when it comes to Spiritual Warfare. From Ephesians 6:10-17. Part two of our look at Spiritual Warfare from our Study in Ephesians.
"Where are the Boots on the Ground?" To Be or Not to Be; Series from Ephesians #40
First in a mini series on Spiritual Warfare - This message serves as the introduction to what Spiritual Warfare entails and the nature of the battle and the nature of the enemy we are fighting. From Ephesians 6:10-13