The First Podcast

Episode 38: Do we need Revival?

The Pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk through the upcoming event of Revival (Sept. 25-28), and why they believe it's crucial for the spiritual lives of the members of FBCLB.

Episode 37: Death & Dying

Join the Pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they answer a question from a church member about what happens when we die.

Episode 36: Covenants and Why they Matter

The Pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss the biblical covenants and how they impact our lives as Christians. Resources: - https://www.crossway.org/books/covenant-and-gods-purpose-for-the-world-tpb/ - https://www.crossway.org/books/gods-kingdom-through-gods-covenants-tpb/

Episode 35: How do we walk by the Spirit?

The pastors of FBC Lake Butler review the sermon from Sunday (https://www.fbclakebutler.com/content.cfm?id=213&download_id=1605), and talk through further application of living Spirit-filled lives. Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/the-holy-spirit-gregg-allison/9781462757749/pd/757740?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=academic-20-40%7C757740&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=CjwKCAjwrNmWBhA4EiwAHbjEQPhayeRkA-SfuJ4nnn31uCeIvHNv2Y7IhusdsE-41Vp-9fIdHTILAhoCMdoQAvD_BwE ...

Episode 34: Why Bother with Vacation Bible School?

Join the FBC Lake Butler pastors as they discuss the VBS vision and materials for 2022.

Episode 33: When We Feel Overwhelmed

Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss the experience of being overwhelmed in light of James 1:1-6.

Episode 32: SBC Annual Meeting 2022 Review

Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they discuss Pastor Jason's recent trip to the Southern Baptist Convention's annual meeting.

Episode 31: What Does the Holy Spirit Do? (with Pastor Lem Lane)

Join Pastor Jonathan as he interviews a special guest, Pastor Lem Lane of Covenant Community Church (http://covenantcommunity.net). They discuss the Holy Spirit and His role in the lives of believers. Resources: --https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Gifts-What-They-Matter/dp/153591520X --https://www.amazon.com/Holy-Spirit-Theology-People-God/dp/146275774X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MLYG24VAGDIX&keywords=the+Holy+Spirit+allison&qid=1655235319&s=books&sprefix=the+holy+spirit+alliso%2Cstripbooks%...

Episode 30: Q&A: Burial or Cremation & Infant Baptism

Join pastors Jason and Jonathan as they give answers to member's submitted questions. Resources: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/justin-taylor/to-bury-or-burn-christianity-and-cremation/ https://opc.org/cce/tracts/WhyInfantBaptism.html

Episode 29: Union with Christ: Part 2

In this episode, the pastors of First Baptist Church Lake Butler further define, describe, and defend the doctrine of union with Christ. Recourses mentioned: https://www.christianbook.com/union-with-christ-know-enjoy-god/rankin-wilbourne/9780830772070/pd/772073?utm_source=google&kw=127983375810&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmuiTBhDoARIsAPiv6L-59edoKTlMAGyWpAH28ttiJOB2h2IqsHlVr5JfPnDBAkSqSU3VIXAaAsnCEALw_wcB

Episode 28: Union with Christ: Part 1

In this episode, the pastors of First Baptist Church Lake Butler define, describe, and defend the doctrine of union with Christ. Resources mentioned: https://www.christianbook.com/union-with-christ-know-enjoy-god/rankin-wilbourne/9780830772070/pd/772073?utm_source=google&kw=127983375810&mt=&dv=c&event=PPCSRC&p=1186432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmuiTBhDoARIsAPiv6L-59edoKTlMAGyWpAH28ttiJOB2h2IqsHlVr5JfPnDBAkSqSU3VIXAaAsnCEALw_wcB

Episode 27: Honoring Mothers

For the week of Mother's Day, listen as the pastors of FBC Lake Butler talk about their mothers and the gift of grace that is motherhood.

Episode 26: Reflections on Revelation

The pastors of FBC Lake Butler reflect on what they've learned through Revelation 1-5. Listen to their sermons, here: https://www.fbclakebutler.com/downloads

Episode 25: Journeying to the Cross for Easter: Part 3

As we prepare for Easter, join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they reflect on the event of Jesus' death and its relevance for our every-day life. Resources: https://www.christianbook.com/experiencing-passion-power-easter-new-edition/9781433573125/pd/573123?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=christian-living-0-20%7C573123&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxtSSBhDYARIsAEn0thRtI5RmvXMGTmQxhS33sAAj0mXxPo9MvOpCptv-F0f5ire1PpUJXykaAgDoEALw_wcB

Episode 24: Journeying to the Cross for Easter: Part 2

As we prepare for Easter, join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they reflect on the event of Jesus' death and its relevance for our every-day life. Penal substitution: Salvation through sacrifice Christ bore the penalty for human sin upon the cross 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5 Christus Victor: Salvation through triumph Christ triumphed over all evil powers through death & resurrection 1 John 3:8, Col. 2:15 Moral Influence: Salvation through obedience Christ’s work gave a picture of true love 1...

Episode 23: Journeying to the Cross for Easter: Part 1

As we prepare for Easter, join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as they reflect on the event of Jesus' death and its relevance for our every-day life. Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Keep-Near-Cross-Experiencing/dp/1433573121/ref=asc_df_1433573121/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=525300323189&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5313020713702592618&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011466&hvtargid=pla-1227119753019&psc=...

Episode 22: Responding When Tragedy Strikes

In this episode, the pastors of FBC Lake Butler walk through how believers can respond when tragedies in life occur. Resources: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/4-reasons-god-ordains-suffering-for-his-people/?amp https://gospelreformation.net/god-ordain-suffering https://www.patheos.com/blogs/chorusinthechaos/god-ordains-suffering/ https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/how-do-i-recover-from-an-unbearable-tragedy...

Episode 21: DGroups

This week, the pastors at FBC Lake Butler discuss why we do Dgroups, as well as share some tips to having a successful discipleship group. Some resources: https://longhollow.com/questions-about-d-groups https://www.9marks.org/article/using-small-groups-cultivate-fellowship/ https://www.amazon.com/Gentle-Lowly-Christ-Sinners-Sufferers/dp/1433566133

Episode 20: Parenting that Gets to the Heart

Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler who explore how to parent children's hearts. Resources: https://www.paultripp.com/parenting https://www.christianbook.com/shepherding-childs-heart-revised-and-updated/tedd-tripp/9780966378603/pd/37191

Episode 19: Why We Love Anchored In Truth

Pastor Jonathan and Pastor Jason discuss their recent trip to Anchored in Truth's conference in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Resources: https://www.anchoredintruth.org https://www.9marks.org https://www.christianbook.com/nine-marks-healthy-church-revised-edition/mark-dever/9781433578113/pd/578113?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=church-supplies-0-20%7C578113&p=1179710&utm_source=google&dv=c&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmeKQBhDvARIsAHJ7mF6t3uBJIS8-K5xUxn0HlCk4fI_TajwWghhWUdAte_72qDQ9jbqh1rMaAkq1EALw_w...

Episode 18: Understanding the OT Law

How should we read and interpret the laws from the Old Testament? Listen to the pastors of FBC Lake Butler tackle this often misunderstood topic. Resources: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/reading-biblical-law/?utm_source=web_social_share&medium=shared_video https://www.amazon.com/Bearing-Gods-Name-Sinai-Matters/dp/0830852697/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3873KI3O62S9W&keywords=bearing+god%27s+name+why+sinai+still+matters&qid=1643913197&s=books&sprefix=bearing+Go%2Cstripbooks%2C80&a...

Episode 17: What Everyone Needs to Know About Revelation

Hear the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss more topics from the book of Revelation.

Episode 16: Having a Gospel-Shaped Marriage

In preparation for Valentine's Day, the pastors of FBC Lake Butler discuss God's design for marriage. Recommended Book: https://www.amazon.com/Marriage-Mystery-Gospel-Raymond-Ortlund/dp/1433546876

Episode 15: The Lord's Supper

Listen as the pastors at FBC Lake Butler discuss their understanding and vision for practicing the Lord's Supper. Notes: Definition: Christ commanded all Christians to eat bread and to drink from the cup in thankful remembrance of him and his death. The Lord’s Supper is a celebration of the presence of God in our midst; bringing us into communion with God and with one another; feeding and nourishing our souls. It also anticipates the day when we will eat and drink with Christ in his Father’s kin...

Episode 14: Studying the Book of Revelation

Join the pastors of FBC Lake Butler as we discuss 6 keys to remember as we interpret the book of Revelation. Here're some resources: Key Terms Handout: https://jonathanrichardwright.files.wordpress.com/2022/02/key-terms-in-revelation.pdf Bible Project Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nvVVcYD-0w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpnIrbq2bKo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNDX4tUdj1Y&vl=en A great commentary: https://www.amazon.com/Revelation-Commentary-G-K-Beale/dp/0802866212/ref=asc_d...

Episode 13: Vision for 2022

The pastors discuss thoughts from their planning retreat about the vision for FBC Lake Butler in the year 2022.

Episode 12: Interview with Missionary Kindsey Norman

We are thrilled to host our very own church sent missionary, Kindsey Norman!

Episode 11: 2021 Year End Review

Episode 10: The Christmas Story

Gather the family and go through the Christmas story with us! Luke 2

Episode 9: The First Gospel Account

In today's episode we explore the glorious gospel promise found in Genesis 3. Scriptures referenced: Genesis 3:15 Isaiah 52:13-53:11