FBC CTX Growing in Grace Podcast
by FBC Columbus, TX, USA
Weekly Biblical devotions that help us Grow in Grace. Real stories and absolute truths from Scripture that provide strength, hope and encouragement. Hosted by Victor Morrison, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Columbus, Texas, USA.
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Finishing Well (Genesis 50)
The Apostle Paul finished his race well as he declared in 2 Timothy 4:6-8, “…I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith…” Robert Clinton wrote a book about 100 prominent figures from among the 2300 people mentioned in the Bible. He claimed in his work Listen Up...
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God's Equation for Solving the Impossible (Genesis 18:1-15)
(Revised Audio) Abraham learned a spiritual lesson in Genesis 18:1-15. He learned that God can solve an impossible problem. The Lord asks Abraham an important question that needs to be answered at certain times in a person’s life, namely, “Is anything too hard for the Lord?” Genesis 18:14. The…
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God's Equation for Solving the Impossible (Genesis 18:1-15)
Abraham learned a spiritual lesson in Genesis 18:1-15. He learned that God can solve an impossible problem. The Lord asks Abraham an important question that needs to be answered at certain times in a person’s life, namely, “Is anything too hard for the Lord?” Genesis 18:14. The hymn Praise to the...
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The Enemy Has Taken Another Hostage Captive (Genesis 14)
Sometimes a family agonizes over a family member that they love who is taken “captive” by failure, fear of rejection, worry, criticism, anger, pride, depression, alcohol, drugs, pornography, sexual immorality, perfectionism, materialism and the list could go on and on. Each Christian has three...
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Abraham: Following the Lord on a New Road (Genesis 12)
We are moving in our Genesis study from the life of Noah to the footsteps of Abraham. About 4,000 years ago Abraham heard God’s voice calling him to leave everything familiar and step out into the unknown. Hebrews 11:8 says of him, “…And he went out not knowing where he was going.” He just knew...
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Learning from Noah and the Ark (Genesis 6:8-8:22)
Genesis chapter six begins at a point in human history that was some 1500 years since God’s creation of the earth, or 1056 years between the creation of Adam until the birth of Noah. The chapter begins with mankind’s refusal to turn from evil. The level of wickedness was so persistent that it...
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Key to Understanding the Flood (Genesis 6:1-8)
Has the Flood during the days of Noah ever seemed harsh to you? Perhaps, you have not taken the time to really understand the importance of Genesis 6:1-8. I consider this passage to be the biblical key to understanding why such a global flood was necessary. Unparalleled wickedness began to engulf...
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Walking with God (Genesis 5:18-24)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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Raisin' Cain (Genesis 4:1-16)
Have you ever struggled with jealousy or anger to such a degree that it seemed out of control? The life of the biblical character named Cain answers the question of what can happen when sin is left unchecked? Cain was the firstborn son of Adam and Eve. He was the first person born into a world...
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Biblical Principles of Business (Proverbs 20:12-19)
Old Testament scholar, Bruce Waltke, sees a common theme uniting Proverbs 20:12-19 – speech and commerce. Whether one is the merchant or the customer, the Bible actually offers wise counsel on how to effectively and uprightly conduct business. The founder of Chick-fil-A, S. Truett Cathy, said…
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Falling Out of Temptation (Genesis 3)
Most likely you have heard people refer to falling "into" temptation, but I would like to review the third chapter of Genesis because I believe the Lord wants to empower and lead us to fall "out of" temptation. Temptation in a fallen world with each of us having a sinful human nature is natural…
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Man and Woman (Genesis 2)
Genesis chapter two is a unique chapter bringing to the creation several new things such as rest, the amazing creation of man, a lush garden watered by a mist that rose up from the ground, fruit trees for food, a tree from which to eat was forbidden, a job for Adam, names for the animals, and…
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From the Maker of Mankind (Genesis 1:26-31)
Have you ever tried to assemble a new bicycle or a new desk without looking at the instructions? It can be frustrating. Trust me, I know because I have tried to assemble both a bicycle and a desk without taking time to read through the assembly instructions. Ok, let’s just say that it was a big...
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Seeing Patterns in the Pains ( Corinthians 12:1-10)
If one was to fly over the continental United States, then it would be obvious that the terrain is not all the same. Mountains could be seen, but vast plains and fields would also be visible from a certain altitude. The Atlantic and Pacific would also could be enjoyed, but there are thousands of...
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The Lord of the Free (John 8:21-38)
Francis Scott Key wrote those inspiring words of The Star-Spangled Banner after witnessing the amazing survival of Ft. McHenry after an all-night assault by the British troops on September 13-14, 1844. Key wrote, “Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just; and this be our motto: ‘In God is...
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Impressive Manhood (Luke 7:1-10)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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Reaching a Conclusion on the Will of God (Acts 16:1-10)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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The Essential of Repentance (Luke 13:1-9)
Sunday Message recorded 24 May 2026 by Senior Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church - Columbus, TX, USA 1700 Milam St. Columbus, TX, USA 78934
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The Song of the Bow (2 Samuel 1:17-27)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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Lion Crossing (1 Peter 5:8-11)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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God's Will in Motion (Romans 12:1-8)
As high school seniors prepare for graduation, they often become stressed over what they should do next. Should they enroll in college? If so, which college should they choose? Even if they attend college, at some point they will have to choose a major, but which field of study is best for them?...
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Leaving a Legacy of Love (1 Samuel 1-2)
How would you define “Motherhood?” One simple way to define it could be “leaving a legacy of love” upon one’s children. Mother’s Day is our appreciation to our mother for their legacy of love. We express our heartfelt thanks for their devotion to the family, their many sacrifices on our behalf…
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Praying for Younger Generations (Philippians 1:9-11)
This is the season for graduation ceremonies. Or, the terms I prefer even more, commencement exercises. Commencement means, beginnings. Perhaps someone listening to this message is preparing to graduate from high school or university. First, let me say a hearty congratulations to you! I am so...
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In the Day of My Trouble (Psalm 77)
The author of Psalm 77 was Asaph, worship leader assigned by King David. Asaph signed 12 psalms, Psalm 50 and Psalms 73-83. This psalm gives us his game plan when trouble comes knocking at the door. The setting when Asaph composed this psalm is unknown. What is your response whenever you…
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Three Biblical Photographs of Salvation (Titus 3)
One of my favorite verses to share with others regarding salvation is Titus 3:5. It is small, but it is a gem! In this chapter it is like the Apostle Paul gives us some before and after photographs of salvation. What is unique about this chapter, however, is that in addition to a glimpse of life...
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I Saw the Light (Acts 9:1-22)
Hank Williams wrote a song claiming, “I saw the light.” This legendary songwriter wrote, “I wandered so aimless, life filled with sin; I wouldn’t let my dear Savior in, then Jesus came like stranger in the night. Praise the Lord, I saw the light!” The Apostle Paul also tells us in the pages of...
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Presented Alive by Many Proofs (Acts 1:1-8)
The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is supported “by many proofs” according to Acts 1:3. The writer of the book of Acts was a medical doctor and missionary named Luke. He also wrote the Gospel of Luke. It is interesting how he dedicated both works to someone named, Theophilus. Listen…
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Understanding the Cross of Christ (1 Peter 3:18)
As we near the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, some around us may not understand why Jesus had to die on the cross. For them, the horrible suffering and the gruesome death of Christ seems unnecessary. When Jesus told His disciples that He must die for the sins of the people, even...
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When God Is Your Partner ((Romans 8:26-29)
This message will encourage anyone who is struggling with suffering and heartache. Romans 8:26-29 speaks of the wonderful partnership we have with God in Christ. He brings us into a partnership with the Spirit and the Father and this makes all the difference in how we make it through the hard...
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Give Me Oil in My Lamp (Exodus 27:20-21)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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What a Sloth Can Learn from an Ant (Proverbs 6:6-11)
What does a Garden Snail, a Banana Slug and a Three-Toed Sloth have in common? They all three either prefer to remain completely still, or when they move, it is always very, very slowly. Now, what about if you compared a slug or a sloth with an ant? Are they similar or different? Let’s go to the...
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The Ultimate Fishing Trip (Matthew 13:47-51)
Go call your friends who like to fish and tell them they will like this message! Let’s look at Matthew chapter 13 where Jesus gives 7 parables. He begins sharing these seven parables in Matthew 13:3. What is a “parable”? The Greek term for parable is parabole, meaning something thrown (bole)...
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First Disciple in Europe Begins by Listening (Acts 16:11-15)
“One who heard us was a woman named Lydia, from the city of Thyatira, a seller of purple goods, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to pay attention to what was said by Paul.” Acts 16:14 Erick Weihenmayer reached the top of Mt. Everest on May 25, 2001. This was amazing since…
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Inspecting a Faith Foundation (Acts 17:1-10)
A faulty foundation can be costly later. For example, if one starts to see stair-stepping cracks between brick and mortar, walls that begin to lean or bulge, cracks developing where the wall meets the ceiling, windows that stick or doors that jam, then you have a foundation problem. The same can...
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An Overlooked New Year's Resolution (2 Corinthians 5:12-21)
Have you made any New Year’s resolutions? Forbes posted some interesting statistics related to resolutions made by Americans at the end of 2023. According to a survey that polled 1,000 US adults on October 23, 2023, 48% made resolutions regarding physical fitness, 38% focused on personal…
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Learning Christmas Contentment (Philippians 4:10-20)
According to some current projections, holiday spending may decrease in 2025 from the anticipated $1,007 dollars per person back in October to an adjusted budget of $778 for Christmas gifts. Many who completed the survey indicated they plan to reduce spending this year by 55% compared with 2024...
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The Hanging of the Christmas Lights (Galatians 4:4-7)
Have you started decorating your tree yet? I saw this year the Christmas tree at the Rockefeller Center is 75’ tall imported from Norway. They hung 50,000 Christmas lights on the tree in celebration of the season. As far as I can tell, many believe lighting the Christmas tree originated with…
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The Greatest Christmas Gift (1 Peter 1:10-12)
What would you say was the greatest Christmas gift you ever received? Among the greatest some people consider the best are gift like…a new vehicle, time, handmade cards from children, birth of a child, extension to life for one diagnosed with a terminal illness, visits from family, cash, voucher...
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Offering to God the Sacrifice of Thanksgiving (Psalm 116)
“I will offer to You the sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the Lord.” 116:17 Luke tells us in his Gospel account that during His last supper with the disciples, Jesus took the bread and the cup, and then, gave thanks. This was the night before His death. Obviously, He was not…
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Beyond the Sunset (Revelation 22:1-11)
The author of the sweet song about Heaven entitled, “Beyond the Sunset” was Virgil Brock. One evening he and his wife attended a party at Rainbow Point, Indiana. Most of the guests were faculty from the Rodeheaver School of Music there at the Winona Lake Bible Conference. Upon seeing a...
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A Journey of Grief (Job 16)
The true story of Horatio Spafford and his family has always stirred my heart. He was a devoted Christian and a hard-working attorney in Chicago back in the mid-1800s. The Spafford family unfortunately knew what it was like to grieve. Tragically, Mr. Spafford’s son, Horatio, Jr. developed scarlet...
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Comfort in a Crisis (2 Corinthians 1:1-11)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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The Reward Ceremony before Christ (1 Corinthians 3:10-15)
If you enjoy the award ceremonies of the Olympics, or the Academy Awards in filmmaking, the Grammy Awards in music, the Emmy Awards for television, The Tony Awards for Broadway, etc, then you will love the first nine verses of the third chapter of First Corinthians as they introduce us to the...
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The Relevance of the Word of God (Romans 15:4)
The letter to the Romans has been divided by most bible scholars into two primary sections – a doctrinal section presented in chapters 1-11 and a practical section that begins in chapter 12 and unpacks the Christian life until the end of the letter in chapter 16. I would like for us to look into...
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An Inside Look at a Burden for the Lost (Romans 9:1-5)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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When Life Hurts (Psalm 5)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934 http://fbccolumbustx.org/
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Parenting: Keeping Watch Over Your Flock (3 John)
On the LifeWay Research website I discovered an interesting article regarding Gen Z (ages 13-28, born between 1997-2012). It stated that this generation is sensing uncertainty in life and are turning to trusted relationships to share their anxieties. Only 29% of those interviewed by Springtide...
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Attracting Attention (Acts 8:4-25)
Three times in Acts 8:4-25 Luke uses the same compound Greek word (prosecho = pros, meaning, before or towards + echo, referring to holding), which came to mean, “pay attention”. Check out verses 6, 10 and 11! There is a big difference in the way we lived when we were still in darkness compared…
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The Home of the Brave (2 Kings 18:1-8)
The last five words of our National Anthem say, “…the home of the brave.” The stanza actually asks a question if our nation is still “…the land of the free and the home of the brave?” The reason we are a free nation is because of so many Americans were courageous under various difficult...
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The King's Mighty Men (2 Samuel 23:8-23)
In honor of Father’s Day, we shall look at 2 Samuel 23:8-23 where it introduces us to five of the soldiers who served in the Special Forces that protected King David. You could call these men, “The King’s Mighty Men”. Our first verse today says, “These are the names of the mighty men whom David...
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