First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, Mo

God's love is able to sustain us when life is unsteady. Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

In those times when it seems we are alone and tempted - we aren't. Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

We are but ashes, but we are loved. Scripture: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17

God allows us to be blessed and bless others, even in our weakness and failings. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2

Forgiveness isn't earned; it's given.  Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

We flourish when we are rooted in love and God's truth. Scripture: Psalm 1

When there is exhaustion, failure, and uncertainty, God's love still surrounds us. Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

When we choose grace over exclusion, we can experience God's gift of belonging. Scriptures: Luke 4:21-30; 1 Corinthians 13:1-8a

Drew Heller - Finding Patience (Psalm 27:14; Jeremiah 29:11); (2:50) Josie Ford -  Overflow (1 Corinthians 12:12-27); (7:10) Garrett Carney - Discovering My Identity (Proverbs 19:21; Isaiah 55:8-9); (13:10) Morgan Meredith - When All Hope Seems Lost (Romans 8:18) 

We serve a God who has created us for relationships, not isolation. Scripture: John 2:1-11

We serve a God who knows us by name, is with us and loves us. Pastor Melissa Hatfield's message in this series comes from the books of Isaiah and Luke. Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7, Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

The ball has dropped on a new year, but the light of Christ is rising. And we are not alone.  Scripture: John 1:1-18

We are all scared of something, but God provides comfort, strength, and something better than even a security blanket. Scriptures: Isaiah 9:2-7; Luke 2:1-20

While temporary peace is essential, God's peace is an extraordinary gift that sustains us. Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

The Adult Choir and Orchestra present "A Noel Celebration" by Lloyd Lawson with narration

You may miss God's revelation if you are not paying attention! Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Advent assures us that, even in the face of uncertainty, God remains. Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Where your loyalty lies shapes how you live. Scripture: John 18:33-37

When the familiar crumbles around us, the persistence of hope remains real. Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Some of the most precious gifts we can offer are based on how we give rather than how much. Scripture: Mark 12:38-44