FBCW Sermons

In Christ Jesus, we have truly been blessed in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. We are rich. Really rich! We have been chosen, adopted, accepted, redeemed, enlightened, given an eternal inheritance, sealed with a promise, and given Christ as a guarantee. We have a treasure box of blessing and spiritual possessions in Christ Jesus indeed.

Week 1 of the Book Haggai Sermon Series

Pastor Kevin reminds us how we ought to live everyday as if we will give an account. Through prayer and confession we can approach the throne of grace! As we receive our blessings through Jesus we can extend that love and sympathy to others.

Senior Pastor Brad Kirby Easter 2020 message.

This is not a sermon that you want to miss!

Senior Pastor Brad Kirby shares FBCW's vision going into 2020.

Pastor Erik Wilkins shares a message from the book of Joshua about how to interpret the Bible.

Senior Pastor Brad Kirby challenges us this Thanksgiving by explaining that in the same way Jesus invites everyone to His table, we should invite everyone to ours too.

BUT GOD…. made us alive with Christ. He raised us up and seated uswith Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus. Our spiritual position before Jesus was death. After Jesus … life.

What if the way you work every day is actually a reflection of your faith?In this Sunday's message from 1 Timothy 6:1-2, we explore how Christians are called to serve faithfully, even in difficult situations, and how our attitude toward authority can either honor or dishonor the name of God. Whether at work, at home, or under leadership you didn’t choose, Scripture calls believers to live in a way that points beyond this world.Discover what it means to serve in a way that points to heaven and why your everyday faithfulness matters more than you think.

What does the Bible really say about paying pastors and holding them accountable? Most churches get at least one of these wrong.In this sermon from 1 Timothy 5:17-25, we explore how God calls the church to rightly recognize the role of elders. Scripture teaches that faithful pastors are worthy of honor, including financial support, but also must be held to a high standard of accountability.This message unpacks what it means to pay elders who labor in preaching and teaching and how the church must guard against favoritism, false accusations, and unaddressed sin. A healthy church doesn’t ignore leadership, it both supports and evaluates it according to God’s Word.

How should the church care for widows and why does it matter?In this message from 1 Timothy 5:1-16, we look at God’s clear instructions for caring for widows and honoring the elderly. This passage shows the role of both the family and the church, and reminds us that caring for others is a direct reflection of the gospel.Learn what it means to support those in need, live faithfully in every season, and be part of a church that truly reflects the heart of Christ.

What will you do with Jesus? This message on Easter Sunday from Hebrews 1:1-4 reveals a powerful truth: Jesus isn’t just part of the story, He is everything. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus is the full and final revelation of God. The eternal, living, and active Christ. If you’ve ever wondered who Jesus really is or why He matters today, this message will challenge and encourage you to truly know Him.

What will you do when Jesus shows up in your life? Will you welcome Him or walk away?In this Sunday's message from Mark 11:1-10, Dr. Brian Autry unpacks the moment Jesus enters Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, a scene filled with celebration, expectation, and a deeper question that still confronts us today: What will you do with Jesus?

Are you busy serving Jesus but forgetting to sit with Him?In this message, guest speaker Shaq Hardy challenges us to examine our own lives. In Luke 10:38-42, Jesus visits the home of two sisters, Mary and Martha. One is busy serving, the other is sitting at Jesus’ feet. When tension rises, Jesus gives a surprising response that reveals what truly matters in the life of a disciple.In this sermon, we explore how easy it is to become distracted by activity, even good ministry activity, while missing the most important thing: being with Christ. Jesus’ words to Martha remind us that devotion to Him must come before everything else.

In this sermon from 1 Timothy 4:1–5, we look at Paul’s warning against false teachers and the danger of falling away from the faith. Scripture reminds us that deceptive teachings will arise, drawing people away from the truth of the Gospel. How can believers recognize false teaching and remain grounded in Christ?In this message from the Know the Church series at First Baptist Woodbridge, we explore how the Bible calls Christians to stay rooted in truth, receive God’s gifts with thanksgiving, and guard their faith against deception.

What does a healthy church look like—and how does it remain strong for generations to come? In this sermon from 1 Timothy 3:14–16, we see Paul’s purpose for writing to Timothy: so the church would know how to live, function, and stand firm as the household of God and a pillar of the truth.In May The Church Be Healthy, we are reminded that church health is not accidental. A healthy church knows who it is, how it is to behave, and what it must hold fast to—the gospel of Jesus Christ. Centered on our shared confession, this message calls the church to guard the truth and live it out faithfully for the glory of God.

What does it really mean to give to God and why does our giving matter? In this sermon from Hebrews 7:1–10, we look at Abraham’s tithe to Melchizedek and how it ultimately points us to Jesus Christ. If Abraham gave generously to one who foreshadowed Christ, how much more worthy is Christ of all we have?This message explores why believers struggle to give, the spiritual benefits of generous giving, and how followers of Jesus are called to give willingly, faithfully, and joyfully as an act of worship. Far from being about money alone, this sermon reminds us that Christian giving flows from gratitude for the gospel and trust in God’s provision.

When deacons serve well, the church thrives.In this message from our Know the Church series, we explore Qualifications for Deacons from 1 Timothy 3:8–13. Paul lays out clear expectations for those who serve in the office of deacon, showing how faithful, tested, and godly service supports the health of the local church and advances the gospel.This sermon explains what deacons are, why their character matters, and how healthy deacons contribute to a healthy church. As Scripture teaches, those who serve well gain both a good standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

What does the Bible teach about the qualifications for church leaders? In this sermon from First Baptist Woodbridge, we walk through 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and explore the biblical requirements for pastors, elders, and overseers in the local church. The Apostle Paul emphasizes that church leadership is not about gifting or personality, but about godly character.

What does the Bible really teach about men and women in the church? In this sermon from 1 Timothy 2:8–15, we explore God’s design for order in the local church and why His instructions are both good and life-giving. Rather than being rooted in culture or preference, Paul grounds these commands in God’s creation design and redemptive purposes.In Men and Women in the Church, we examine the roles of men and women, the meaning of authority and submission, and how God’s complementarian design displays His wisdom to the watching world. This message calls believers to trust God’s Word, embrace His order for the church, and live out faith with humility, holiness, and self-control.

What does God desire from His church? In 1 Timothy 2:1–7, the Apostle Paul makes a clear plea: that the church would be marked by prayer. In this sermon, A Plea for a Praying Church, we explore the priority, scope, and power of prayer—and how God uses a praying church to bring the gospel to its community.As we begin our 30 Days of Prayer, this message calls believers to pray intentionally for their community, leaders, neighbors, and those far from God. Click here to access our prayer guide and more. https://visitfbcw.org/sermonnotes

In this Sunday's sermon, “The Pastor’s Calling” from Know the Church, we walk through 1 Timothy 1:12–20 to see how God entrusted the gospel to Paul, then to Timothy, and now to the church today. Paul’s testimony reminds us that the church displays God’s character to the world. That means we must fight rightly for the gospel by guarding sound doctrine and faithful teaching.This message challenges believers to take seriously their role in protecting the truth of Scripture, understanding pastoral leadership, and living as a church that reflects the holiness and mercy of God.

What is the purpose of God’s law, and how does it lead us to the gospel? In 1 Timothy 1:8–11, the Apostle Paul explains that the law is good when it is used rightly—to expose the destructive nature of sin and point sinners to salvation in Christ.In this sermon from the Know the Church series, we examine how false teachers misunderstand the law, why Scripture names sin honestly, and how conviction is meant to drive us toward grace, not despair. The law reveals the seriousness of sin, but the gospel reveals the hope of redemption.

What does the Bible say about false teaching in the church and how should Christians respond? In this message from 1 Timothy 1:1–7, the Apostle Paul charges Timothy to confront false teachers in Ephesus in order to protect the structure and doctrine God designed for His church. In this sermon, we explore why sound doctrine matters, how false teaching distorts God’s purposes, and the role every believer plays in guarding the truth of the gospel.

How to Live Each Day as a New Day Before GodEvery new year brings renewed talk of resolutions, fresh starts, and personal change. Yet Scripture reminds us that time itself has no power to renew the human heart. True newness does not come from a calendar turning, but from the sovereign work of God.In this sermon from Isaiah 43:18–19, we hear God’s declaration: “I am doing a new thing.” God does not wait for a new season or a better moment—He is actively at work now. The renewal He brings is not grounded in human effort or self-improvement, but in His gracious purpose and faithful promises.This message calls us to:• Release the past without allowing it to define us• Recognize and perceive God’s present work in our lives• Trust God to bring transformationDo not wait for a new year to begin again. Trust the God who makes all things new, and live today as a new day before Him.

What does the birth of Jesus have to do with freedom? In this message from Matthew 2:13–23, we see that Christmas is not only about a baby in a manger, but about God fulfilling His redemptive promises through Christ. Just as God once led Israel out of Egypt, the birth of Jesus inaugurates a new and better exodus—freedom from captivity to sin.As we reflect on Christ’s first coming, we are strengthened to live in hopeful obedience as we await His return.

What really happened on that first Christmas night? In this Sunday's message, we walk through Matthew 1:18–25 and see the birth of Jesus from three powerful perspectives—Mary’s, Joseph’s, and God’s. Through dreams, divine intervention, and fulfilled prophecy, God opens the eyes of the world to His plan of salvation.

In this Christmas sermon, Pastor Josh walks through Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus to show that Christ is the fulfillment of God’s promises from Abraham all the way to the exile—and ultimately the One for whom all of history has been waiting. Even in a passage that may seem mundane, Scripture reveals the beauty of God’s sovereign plan and the arrival of our long-awaited King.

If God is good, how far does that goodness reach—and how deeply can we understand it?Psalm 100:5 reminds us that the foundation of all our worship, thanksgiving, and praise is the very character of God—his goodness, his steadfast love, and his faithfulness to every generation. In this message, we reflect on what it means that God is good in and of Himself and why His goodness calls forth our praise.

In this message, we explore Psalm 100:4 and the call for God’s people to bring thanksgiving, praise, and blessing into His presence. Linking the worship of the Old Covenant temple to the New Covenant believer, this sermon challenges us to live as God’s temple today—devoted personally and corporately to glorifying Him.

True joy breaks into song! Discover how praise transforms ordinary moments into worship.In Psalm 100:1–2, we’re reminded that gratitude and worship go hand in hand. This Sunday's message from our new sermon series "Thank You" explores how God’s people are called to live singing lives. We are to respond to His goodness with joyful praise.Join us as we walk through Psalm 100 and learn what it means to serve the Lord with gladness, come before Him with singing, and live a life of thanksgiving. When we understand who God is and what He has done, praise becomes our natural response!

In Romans 15:14–33, Paul reminds the church that we are on the same page theologically—so we must work together in mission. In this message, “Therefore… Work Together for the Gospel,” we explore what true partnership in the mission of God looks like: agreeing with one another in conviction, uniting in purpose, sharing resources, and laboring side-by-side to make Christ known to the nations.Join us as we continue our journey through Romans and discover how unity fuels the advance of the gospel.

In this message, Pastor Josh explores how believers are called to bear with one another in love, showing Christ’s patience and endurance for the glory of God. When we suffer for the sake of Christ’s church and care for those who are weaker in faith, we discover a deeper picture of hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.If you’ve ever struggled to love difficult people or wondered how unity in the church brings glory to God, this message will encourage and challenge you to live out the gospel together.

In this message, we explore Paul’s call to live with sacrificial love—laying down our personal freedoms for the sake of others without ever compromising the truth of Christ. Discover what it means to pursue peace, righteousness, and joy in the Holy Spirit, and how to ensure your liberty in Christ never becomes a stumbling block to your brother or sister in faith.

What would you do differently if you knew time was running out? In Romans 13:8–14, Paul reminds us that life is short and calls us to live urgently for Christ. In this sermon, Pastor Josh challenges us to love others well, cast off darkness, and daily put on Christ. Every moment is a gift from God—let’s spend it walking in the light and living for His glory.

What does it really mean to “submit to the government”? In Romans 13:1–7, Paul challenges believers to obey their governing authorities—because doing so ultimately honors God. But where’s the line between obedience and standing firm for our faith?In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks:1. Why God designed government for good.2. How obedience to authority is tied to trusting God.3. When Christians may have to disobey—and how to do it faithfully.Discover the biblical balance between honoring your leaders, paying taxes, voting, and living as a witness for Christ in a world that often resists authority.

What if the way we define love isn’t the way God defines it? In Romans 12:9–21, Paul shows us what it means to love rightly—not according to the world’s definition of love, but God’s. Genuine love isn’t fake or shallow; it is sincere, sacrificial, and rooted in Christ. In this message, we’ll see how Scripture calls us to love one another in the church, show kindness to outsiders, bless our enemies, and pursue peace with everyone.

In this message from Romans 12:1–2, we dive into Paul’s call for believers to live sacrificially in response to the gospel. The best life isn’t one of chasing the world, but one fully surrendered to God. Learn what it means to offer your life as a living sacrifice, discover how the renewal of the mind transforms us, and see why following Jesus is the only way to true worship and joy.

What happens when God saves the very people you can’t stand? In Jonah 3–4, we see the shocking compassion of God toward the Ninevites—and the anger of Jonah, who couldn’t rejoice at their salvation. This message challenges us to examine our own hearts: Do we truly celebrate when God shows mercy, even to our enemies?Join us as we walk through Jonah’s story verse by verse and discover God’s heart for the lost, His relentless compassion, and His call for His people to reflect that same mercy.

What will it take for God to get your attention? For Jonah, it took three days in the belly of a fish.In God Says to Jonah — A Picture of Humility, we look at Jonah’s time in the belly of the great fish and see how God used judgment to bring him to repentance and obedience. This passage shows us that while Christians can run from God, doing so is both dangerous and miserable. From Jonah’s failure to see the goodness of God’s commands to his eventual trust, worship, and surrender, we discover what it means to humble ourselves before the Lord.

In this message, we explore a powerful case study of salvation through the story of the pagan sailors in Jonah 1:7–16. Though moral by the world’s standards, these men still needed the one true God. Morality cannot save—only faith in Christ can.Join us as we walk through five clear steps these men took toward salvation and discover what it means for us today.