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Discover FBC
by FBC Augusta
A collection of Sermons from First Baptist Church of Augusta
Episodes
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When Church Becomes a Product
The message warns that modern consumer culture trains people to organize life around personal preference, and this mindset can distort faith when church becomes about enjoying the music, sermons, relationships, or benefits received rather than following Jesus. Drawing on John 6, it explains that...
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The God Who Sings Over Us
This message reflects on Zephaniah 3:14–17, emphasizing that God not only calls His people to rejoice but is present with them, saves them, quiets them with love, and sings over them with delight. Though Zephaniah begins with warnings of judgment for sin, it turns toward redemption for those who...
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October 4 , 2026
October 4, 2026 Will Dyer
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Drifting from Grace: Understanding the Purpose of the Law
This sermon explores the tension between grace and the law in the Christian faith, using Paul's letter to the Galatians as a foundation. Mark Hampton emphasizes that believers often drift from grace not by abandoning faith, but by relying on their own efforts or adherence to religious laws for...
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Grace That Gives: Living Generously in a Clenched-Fist World
This message explores the transformative power of grace, emphasizing that true grace not only changes us internally but also compels us to act generously toward others. Drawing from Paul's letters to the Corinthians, the message highlights how the Macedonian church, despite hardship, exemplified...
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The Transformative Power of Grace and Our Call as Ambassadors
This message explores the profound impact of God's grace, emphasizing that grace not only changes us internally but also compels us to share its transformative power with others. Drawing from Paul's letter to the Corinthians, Will Dyer highlights that believers become new creations through…
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Grace That Breaks Down Walls and Builds Family
This message explores the transformative power of grace as described in Ephesians 2:11-22, emphasizing that God's grace not only reconciles individuals to God (the vertical relationship) but also breaks down barriers between people (the horizontal relationship). Will Dyer highlights how,...
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Sustained by Grace in Life’s Trials
The message explores the theme that God’s grace is not a promise of a trouble-free life, but rather the sustaining force that carries believers through hardship and unanswered prayers. Drawing from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, the speaker emphasizes that even when prayers for relief go...
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The Transformative Power of Grace
This message explores the profound impact of God's grace on individuals and communities. Drawing from Paul's letter to Titus, Will Dyer emphasizes that grace is not just about forgiveness or a change in spiritual status, but about a deep transformation of values, desires, and daily living.…
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The Transforming Power of Grace and Forgiveness
This message explores the central Christian concept of grace, emphasizing that grace is God's utterly generous and undeserved action through Jesus Christ to rescue, restore, and renew humanity. Drawing from Romans 3, it highlights that all people have sinned and fallen short of God's glory, but...
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Grace That Runs to Us: The Transforming Love of the Father
This message introduces an eight-week sermon series focused on the concept of grace in the Christian faith. Will Dyer begins by reading the parable of the prodigal son from Luke 15, emphasizing how grace is central to Christianity and is mentioned frequently in the New Testament. The sermon...
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The Path of Wisdom: Daily Decisions and the Journey Toward Christ
This message concludes an eight-week series on wisdom from Proverbs, focusing on the profound impact of daily decisions on the direction and ultimate destination of our lives. Will Dyer emphasizes that while we make thousands of decisions each day—many unconsciously—each choice shapes who we...
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Humility: The Foundation of True Wisdom
This message given by Martha Kate Hall emphasizes the importance of humility as the foundation of true wisdom, drawing from the Book of Proverbs and the example of Jesus. It explains that wisdom is not about knowing everything, but about remaining teachable and open to correction, contrasting the...
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Living Generously: Embracing a Theology of Abundance in a Culture of Accumulation
This message explores the biblical perspective on wealth, generosity, and the dangers of loving money in a culture that idolizes material success. Drawing from Proverbs 11:24-25 and teachings of Jesus and Paul, Will Dyer emphasizes that money itself is neutral, but the love of money can lead to...
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Multiplying Disciples: The Generational Call to Faith and Community
The message emphasizes the critical importance of discipleship, biblical literacy, and faith-based parenting within the Christian community. Drawing from passages in Matthew, Deuteronomy, Psalms, and other scriptures, Carla Parker highlights that Jesus called his followers to "make disciples,"…
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The Sacred Art of Work: Finding Divine Purpose in Everyday Tasks
This message explores the biblical and theological significance of work, emphasizing that all work—regardless of its perceived 'secular' or 'sacred' nature—is inherently valuable and a reflection of God's image. Drawing from Proverbs, Genesis, and the teachings of Paul, Will Dyer argues against...
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No One Walks Alone: The Power of Authentic Community and Friendship in a Lonely World
The message emphasizes the vital importance of authentic relationships and community for living a wise, fulfilling, and Jesus-like life. Drawing from Proverbs and the example of the early church in Acts, it highlights that true growth and transformation happen through deep, intentional…
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Trusting God Through Anxiety: Finding Peace in the Storm
The message addresses the reality of anxiety in modern life and offers biblical wisdom for handling it. Drawing from Proverbs and the story of Jesus calming the storm, Will Dyer emphasizes that anxiety is a heavy burden affecting everyone, often intensified by both global and personal concerns....
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Wisdom Literature in Scripture
This message emphasizes the profound power of words, drawing wisdom from the book of Proverbs and connecting it to the teachings of Jesus. Will Dyer highlights that words can either build up or destroy, shaping the world around us and leaving lasting impacts on people's lives. Through personal...
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Wisdom for the Way : Ancient Proverbs for Everyday Life
This message introduces a new sermon series focused on the biblical book of Proverbs, emphasizing the importance of wisdom in daily life, especially in an age dominated by information and technological advancements like artificial intelligence. Will Dyer reflects on a conversation with a friend…
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Psalm 113
The sermon explores the biblical perspective of how God views the world and how this shapes the church's mission and worldview. Drawing from Psalm 113, Mark Hampton emphasizes two key perspectives: humanity looking up to God in awe of His majesty, power, and worthiness of praise, and God looking...
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Acts 2
This message celebrates Pentecost as the birthday of the church, reflecting on the events of Acts chapter two when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples, empowering them to speak in different languages and reach people from all nations. The Will Dyer draws parallels between the biblical...
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John 15
Will Dyer 5/17/2026
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Matthew 28:16-20
This message explores the meaning and mission of the church through the lens of the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus, having all authority in heaven and on earth, calls his followers to go into the world, make disciples, baptize, and teach others to obey his...
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1 Corinthians 12:12-27
This sermon explores the biblical metaphor of the church as the body of Christ, emphasizing that just as the human body is made up of many unique and essential parts working together in harmony, so too is the church a diverse community where every individual has a vital role. Drawing from 1...
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Acts 2:42-47
The message emphasizes that the true essence of the church is not found in buildings or weekly events, but in the shared life and deep community among its members, modeled after the early church described in Acts 2:42-47. Will Dyer highlights that the church is fundamentally a family, where…
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John 20
The message explores the significance of Jesus' resurrection and its implications for the church's identity and mission. Drawing from John chapter 20, it recounts how the disciples, initially fearful and isolated after hearing of Jesus' resurrection, are transformed when Jesus appears among them,...
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Live with Living Hope
The sermon emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection, urging believers to live as spiritually reborn individuals despite the challenges and suffering they may face. Drawing from 1 Peter 1, Fallon Farley highlights how Jesus' resurrection offers Christians a living hope and an...
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Easter 4/5
The sermon delivers a powerful message about the transformative hope of Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that the resurrection is not just a one-time miracle but the beginning of a new creation, where life triumphs over death and love conquers hate. Will Dyer...
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The One Who Makes it Right
The message reflects on the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem during Passover, emphasizing its historical and spiritual context. It highlights the crowd's expectations of Jesus as a political savior who would overthrow Roman oppression, but reveals that Jesus came to wage a...
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Sin and Repentance
The message emphasizes the reality of human sin and brokenness but highlights that sin is not ultimate or defining for those who follow Jesus Christ. Drawing from Psalm 32 and 2 Corinthians 7:10, Will Dyer explains that while guilt is a natural response to sin, it should lead to repentance and...
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The Ripple Effect
The message emphasizes the need to expand our understanding of sin and faith beyond individual actions to include collective responsibility and societal impact. Drawing from Amos 5:21-24, Will Dyer highlights how the prophet rebuked the people of Israel for their hypocrisy, as their worship...
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Sin has a Pattern
The message emphasizes the human struggle between good and evil impulses, as illustrated in biblical passages from James and Romans. It highlights the universal tendency to know what is right but often choose wrong, leading to sin and spiritual death. Drawing on the concept of "yetzer hatov"...
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The Vandalism of Sin
The message emphasizes the concept of sin as a form of vandalism against God's perfect creation and intent for humanity, which is to live in peace, wholeness, and flourishing (shalom). Drawing from the biblical stories of Genesis and Romans, Will Dyer highlights the human condition of…
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Shalom
Will Dyer introduces a six-week series leading up to Easter, focusing on the season of Lent, a time for self-reflection and spiritual preparation. He explains Lent as a 40-day period (excluding Sundays) for examining one's heart, recognizing areas where one falls short of God's intentions, and...
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Rooted not Rented
Reverend Martha Kate Hall discusses the concept of discipleship, emphasizing that belief in Jesus is just the beginning of the journey, while true discipleship requires sustained devotion, obedience, and abiding in God's Word. Using metaphors like fishing, mountain climbing, and the imagery of…
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Y is for Yield
Will Dyer references Matthew 6:10 and Luke 22:42 to emphasize the importance of surrendering to God's will. The sermon is based on Pete Greig's book, How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People, which outlines a framework for prayer: pause, rejoice, ask, and yield. Will Dyer highlights the...
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A is for Ask
The message focuses on the importance of asking God for things in prayer as a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith and relationship with God. It emphasizes that God is a loving Father who desires an open, honest, and vulnerable connection with His people, encouraging them to bring all…
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R is for Rejoice
Today's message emphasizes the importance of cultivating a deep and meaningful prayer life by following the acronym P.R.A.Y.—Pause, Rejoice, Ask, Yield. It highlights the significance of pausing to connect with God and then rejoicing in His presence as a loving and holy Father. Will Dyer…
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P is for Pause
The message focused on the importance of prayer and the practice of pausing to connect deeply with God. Will Dyer emphasizes that prayer is not merely a transactional act of asking for things but a relational practice that fosters a meaningful connection with God. Drawing from scripture,...
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Lord Teach Us to Pray
The message is the beginning of a five-week series on prayer, emphasizing its importance in connecting with God. The speaker references Pete Gregg's book, How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People, as a foundational guide for the series, highlighting its practical approach to prayer. The...
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Revelation 21:1-5
The message reflects on the significance of the Advent season, emphasizing its dual focus: the celebration of Christ's birth and the anticipation of His return to restore and renew creation. It challenges the notion of escaping a broken world, as proposed by cultural figures like Elon Musk and...
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John 1:1-9
The message emphasizes the dual significance of Advent, celebrating the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem and anticipating His return in glory. It challenges the traditional view of Jesus' origin story beginning in the manger, highlighting instead the Gospel of John's portrayal of Jesus as the…
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Mark 1:1-8
The message emphasizes the importance of preparing for the coming of Jesus during the Advent season through repentance, which is described as a positive act of changing one's mind, heart, and direction to align with God's will. Drawing from John the Baptist's call to repentance, Will Dyer...
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Matthew 2:1-12
The message emphasizes the significance of Advent as a season of preparation and hope, focusing on two key dimensions: celebrating the birth of Christ at Christmas and anticipating His return in glory. Using the story of the wise men from Matthew 2, Will Dyer highlights their unwavering faith,...
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Psalm 62
The message is on Psalm 62, emphasizing the importance of living with a posture of gratitude and finding rest in God. Will Dyer highlights that true thanksgiving is not about being grateful for material possessions or perfect circumstances but about recognizing and being thankful for God's...
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Psalm 30
The message focuses on Psalm 30, emphasizing how God transforms mourning into joy and grief into dancing. It highlights the importance of living with gratitude and recognizing that every blessing is an unmerited gift from God. Will Dyer reflects on the honesty of the Psalms, which acknowledge...
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Psalm 105
11-9-2025 The message emphasizes gratitude and the call for followers of Jesus to share God's love and faithfulness with others, especially during the season of Thanksgiving. Drawing from Psalm 105 and 1 John 4:19-20, Will Dyer highlights the importance of remembering God's blessings and...
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Matthew 25:14-30
11-2-2025 Will Dyer reflects on the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30, emphasizing its relevance to the present rather than the afterlife. They highlight the generosity of God and the responsibility of individuals and the church to use their gifts to serve others and further God's...
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Life Together
In this sermon, Mark, a young adult leader at First Baptist Church of Augusta, concludes the eight-week series "Practicing the Way," which focuses on being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing as He did. He emphasizes the importance of living out these principles within a church community,...
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