Sermon Archives
Nathan Smith
Matthew 12:38-50
January 4, 2026
Pastor Nathan asks us how we can grow closer to God is 2026. He encourages us to choose a core value: worship, learn, prayer, serve, community, evangelism. Pastor preaches Jesus did the Father’s will, so: 1 – do the Father’s will, 2 – expect opposition, 3 – participate in church family. Listen in to the first sermon in the kingdom ready series.
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First Baptist Church
Matthew 2:13-23 rising and waiting
December 28, 2025
In this sermon, Brendon asks us to consider the successes and losses in the year of 2025. He asks: this year, where did you have to act in faith? And this year, what did you have to wait for? Brendon reads the Scripture passage and teaches: Jesus, is God accomplishing His Plan: 1-By unseen means, 2-In His timing, 3-Towards guaranteed outcomes. So: rise and remain. Listen in to this week’s sermon on rising and waiting as a part of the Christmas Promises series.
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Nathan Smith
Matthew 2:1-12
December 21, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan asks “How could you worship Jesus?” and “Why would you worship Jesus?” Pastor preaches that Jesus is God keeping His promises: To crush Israel’s enemies, To be the true King, and To draw nations with His Light. So: 1-worship = bowing your heart, 2-worship = offering our best, 3-worship is more than knowledge. Listen in to this week’s sermon on why we worship as a part of the Christmas Promises series.
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Nathan Smith
Matthew 1:18-25
December 14, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan asks us to consider what the next step is in your Christian life. He describes three steps: 1 – surrender, 2 – confession of sin, 3 – grow as a follower of Jesus. Pastor reads the Scripture passage and preaches on Three Truths about Jesus:1-He is the Son of God, 2-He came to save us from our sin, 3-He is with us. So: 1-surrender to Him as King, 2 – confess your sins, 3 – Follow Him. Listen in to this week’s sermon on Progress in the Christian Life as a part of the Christmas Promises series.
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Nathan Smith
Isaiah 7:14 Trust Him
December 7, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan asks us to consider if this Christmas season will bring growth or go back. He describes ways people can go back during the holidays. Pastor reads the Scripture passage and preaches: The Lord offer salvation. So: 1-Trust Him and wait for Him, 2-Trust Him together, 3-Trust Him – not it or them. Trust Jesus together. Listen in to this week’s sermon on Trusting Him as a part of the Christmas Promises series.
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Nathan Smith
1 Samuel 1
November 30, 2025
Pastor Nathan teaches about Hannah’s story, found in 1 Samuel 1. He asks “what could you bring to God this Christmas?” He reads the Scripture and preaches The Lord: 1-hears, 2-reigns, 3-cares. So: bring it, or them, to Him. Listen in for a sermon on Hannah’s story in the Christmas Promises sermon series.
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Nathan Smith
Romans 12:3-8 Community
November 16, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan teaches about the core value of community, which refers to sharing life with the body of Christ. Pastor asks us to consider: “what is your next step?” Pastor reads the Scripture passage and preaches that God made us one body in Christ. So: 1-Surrender to God’s mercy, 2-Participate in the body of Christ, 3-Share your gift. Pastor Nathan states that you won’t feel connected until you are contributing. The Mission Statement of FBC is: Multiply Followers of Jesus Christ. Listen in to this week’s sermon on community, as a part of our Mission and Core Values sermon series.
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Nathan Smith
John 13:1-20 Serve
November 9, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan teaches about the core value to serve. Pastor asks “Is it easier to serve or to be served?” Service is how we are equipped to impact like Jesus and is a mark of maturity and strength. Pastor read the Scripture passage about how Jesus washed His disciples feet and explained how Jesus served: – by washing feet, – by taking away our sins, – as an example. SO: 1-Ask Him to wash you, 2-Serve one another, 3-What will we do? Pastor Nathan reminds us that serving is a giving and receiving cycle. Jesus served first and then called us to follow. The Mission Statement of FBC is: Multiply Followers of Jesus Christ. Listen in to this week’s sermon on service, as a part of our Mission and Core Values sermon series.
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Nathan Smith
Core value: prayer
November 2, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan teaches about the core value of prayer. Pastor asks “Do you trust God’s heart?” Prayer is how we align our heart with God. Pastor read the Scripture passage and explained how 1 – the thorn was better than pride, 2 – sometimes no is better answer because God knows best, 3 – God-dependence is better than human dependence. SO: 1-Ask, 2-Trust, 3-Make peace. Pastor Nathan reminds us to trust the Father’s heart and to lean on Christ. The Mission Statement of FBC is: Multiply Followers of Jesus Christ. Listen in to this week’s sermon on prayer, as a part of our Mission and Core Values sermon series.
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Nathan Smith
Core value: Learn
October 26, 2025
In this sermon, Pastor Nathan teaches about the core value to learn. Pastor asks “What do you want to change? Who do you want to change?” The only way to change is through the Holy Spirit. Pastor read the Scripture passage and explained how Paul really wanted the Corinthian church to change. Pastor Nathan taught on how to change hearts: 1 – Christ takes away our veil (blindness); 2 – by God’s spirit; 3 – by focusing on, or worshipping, Jesus. So, turn to Jesus. The Mission Statement of FBC is: Multiply Followers of Jesus Christ. So: learn and be transformed by Biblical Truth. Listen in to this week’s sermon on learning, as a part of our Mission and Core Values sermon series.
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