Fbc Islands Podcast

In this sixth message from our series, Jesus: Come & See, Pastor Brooks takes a look at Jesus' message. His primary message was of a different kingdom, a different king, and his invitation for us to be a part of it all. Texts: Matthew 4:13-17, 5:29-30, 6:25-33, 21:23-27; Mark 3:1-5; John 3:1-5,16, 7:40-46; and Romans 14:17

In this fifth message from our series, Jesus: Come & See, Pastor Brooks takes a look at Jesus' mission. Every mission starts with the end goal, and virtually everything Jesus did was with the mission in mind. Even though Jesus' earthly mission is complete, God's mission to reach the world with the gospel is not. Texts: Isaiah 61:1-2, Luke 4:14-21, 19:10; 1 John 3:8; John 10:10, 17:1-4, 14-21; and Revelation 3:14-18

In this fourth message from our series, Jesus: Come & See, Pastor Brooks explores the early life of Jesus. There is little record of Jesus' upbringing as a child, but from what we do know we see four implications for our lives. Texts: Matthew 2:20-23; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Mark 6:1-3; Matthew 13:35, 54-56; John 7:1-5; Luke 2:39-52; John 8:38-41; Ephesians 2:19; and John 1:12

In this third message from our series, Jesus: Come & See, Pastor Brooks examines the birth of Jesus. The birth of Jesus is when God became visible, accessible, and approachable like never before. The birth of Jesus is abut far more than just Christmas. Texts: John 1:14; Luke 2:1-7, 4:14, 5:31-32; Joshua 5:13-15; Exodus 3:1-4; Matthew 1:22-23; Hebrews 9:22; and Mark 10:45

In this second message from our series, Jesus: Come & See, Pastor Brooks reminds us that Jesus is God and has existed eternally. Because Jesus is eternal God, he is not bound by circumstances, holds supreme authority over your life, and is our only hope. Texts: Colossians 1:15-18; John 1:1-4, 5:18, 8:56-59, 10:30; Genesis 1:1; Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 3:16-17, 28:19; and Isaiah 46:9-10

In this first message from our new series, Jesus: Come & See, Pastor Brooks introduces the series and reminds us that Jesus is the most influential person to walk this earth. The one trusted source that tells us about Jesus in the Bible; and with it we have all the evidence we need to know the truth about him. Texts: John 4:28-30; 2 Timothy 3:16; John 17:17; and John 5:37-40

In this message from Psalm 91, Pastor Brooks reminds us that God reveals himself so that we might know and trust in Him. Texts: Psalm 91:1-16; Deuteronomy 33:27; Isaiah 43:10-13, 44:6-8; and John 16:33

In this message Pastor Brooks helps us to see that the world's lostness will one more impacted by the work of everyday missionaries than by pastors and preachers. We must live in a way that strengthens rather than weakens the gospel. You forfeit your ability to reach the world when you choose to live like the world. Texts: Colossians 1:13-17, 2:9-10,13-14, 4:2-6; Acts 4:29-20, 14:3, 19:8, 28:30-31; I Thessalonians 2:2; and Philippians 1:27

In this message Pastor Brooks takes us through the Evangelism Game Plan, an important part of our Everyday Missionary Initiative.

In this standalone message Pastor Brooks reminds us that words matter. Since God created the physical world, we are commanded to be good stewards of it. Since God created the human world, we are commanded to reach it with the gospel. Since the world system opposes God, we must resist it. Texts: Acts 17:24-25; Hebrews 1:1-2; Genesis 1:28, 2:15; Psalms 19:1-6; Psalms 8:3-4; John 1:10, 3:16, 8:12; Mark 16:15; Matthew 28:18-20; Romans 12:1-2; James 4:4; 1 John 2:15-16; and John 17:11, 14-18

In this standalone message Pastor Brooks helps us to see that “both/and” fills the gap created by “either/or”. Living on mission is the natural result of personal spiritual growth. Texts: John 1:14; James 1:27, 2:18; Acts 1:11-15, 2:22-24, 37-47; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Matthew 5:14-16; Acts 8:1-4; and Acts 13:1-3, 8

In this ninth and final message from our summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks reminds us that it is important during our life journey to keep the destination in view. Until we reach Heaven, God aims to mature us; and throughout our journey, we journey by faith. Texts: John 14:1-6; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 5:1-9; Romans 8:18, 29; Ephesians 2:1-9, 12-13, 18-19, 4:11-13; James 1:2-4; Galatians 2:20; and Hebrews 11:13-16

In this sixth message from our summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks helps us to see that tourist traps aim to take from you, not give to you. Tourist traps pull you away from the primary purpose of your trip. *Due to technical issues the complete message was not available. This recording begins just prior to the first takeaway. Texts: Matthew 7:15; Romans 16:17; Galatians 1:8; 2 John 1:1-11; Acts 17:10-11; 2 Timothy 4:1-4; and Acts 13:6-12

In this fifth message from our summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks reminds us that detours and delays are a part of our journey with Jesus. Detours and delays in our life serve a specific purpose. Texts: Isaiah 46:9-10; Psalm 103:19; Genesis 37:2, 41:46, 50:20; Matthew 2:13-15; Psalm 36:5; and Lamentations 3:19-26

In this fourth message from our summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks reminds us that we sometimes miss the beauty of the journey because of busyness. Rest is not time away from the journey but is actually part of the journey. Texts: Mark 2:23-28, 6:30-32; Luke 5:15-16; Genesis 2:1-3; Exodus 20:8-11; Hebrews 4:9-10; and Colossians 2:16-17

In this third message from our summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks helps us see that though we accumulate baggage along our journey through life, we are not defined by that baggage but by the Savior who saved us. Texts: Hebrews 12:1-3; Romans 13:12; Colossians 3:8; James 1:21; Philippians 1:6; and Matthew 11:28-30

In this second message from our summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks reminds us that road trips are designed for relationship. In your journey with Jesus you have two primary travel partners: fellow believers and the Holy Spirit. Your Christian life was never intended to be experienced in isolation. Texts: Ephesians 1:5-6; Galatians 3:26; Matthew 10:2-4; Romans 12:4-5; Ephesians 1:13-14; Romans 8:26; and John 14:16-18

In this first message from our new summer series, Road Trip, Pastor Brooks reminds us that road trips are about the journey as much as the destination. The Christian life is much like a road trip and your journey with God starts at salvation. Texts: John 1:12, 3:16, 14:6; Acts 4:12; Ephesians 2:8; 1 Corinthians 1:18; and Romans 5:9, 8:28-29

In this fifth and final message from our series, 3:16, Pastor Brooks explores the topic of peace. The biggest reason for the absence of peace in life is the absence of salvation. For the Christian, peace in our circumstances comes as we trust in and follow Christ. Texts: 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Judges 6:24; Romans 8:6, 12:18, 15:33; 1 Corinthians 14:33; Isaiah 9:6, 26:3-4; John 14:27, 16:33, 20:19; and Proverbs 1:7, 3:5-6, 3:13-17

In this fourth message from our series, 3:16, Pastor Brooks examines baptism. We are reminded that baptism does not accomplish salvation but it does proclaim salvation. Baptism is a public proclamation of identification with Jesus. Texts: Acts 2:38, 41; John 3:16; Matthew 3:1-17; Acts 19:4; Romans 6:5-7; 2 Corinthians 5:17; and Matthew 28:19-20