First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, Mo

There are seven instances in Scripture that the most important commandment is "Love your neighbor as yourself." It must be important! Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Develop a God-centered schedule for your week, and other practical steps to declutter your life.

We are driven by the clock, yet out of touch with life's moments. How can we change that? Scripture: John 9:1-5; Ephesians 5:8-20

God created us with a capacity for celebration. (Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4 and Ephesians 2:5-10)

Exploring God’s self-emptying gift opens for us the incredible pleasure of giving. (Scripture: John 1:1-14 and 2 Corinthians 9:15)

Sometimes we must wait a long time, against impossible odds, to receive God’s promise. Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

How do we get to contentment and gratitude? Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

We’re mere conduits; we were created to share just as lavishly as we receive. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-12

Message at our recent ordination service of five new deacons.

Generosity is habit-forming and contagious. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15