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First Free Church
by First Free Church, Manchester, MO
We're a Christian church in the west suburbs of St. Louis. We desire to be a church that is of our community and for our community. We exist to to make, mature, and multiply fully committed followers of Jesus Christ, in our community and beyond. Join us!
Episodes
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The Little Scroll & The Two Witnesses
Pastor Barret Moore Pastor Barret Moore continues our Revelation Part 2 series exploring Revelation 10–11 and the bittersweet message of the gospel. As we look toward the return of Christ, we’re reminded that the light of Jesus shines in the darkness, and the darkness will never overcome it. This...
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Revelation Part 2: The Trumpets of Warning
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam continues our Revelation Part 2 series exploring how prayer is an act of worship and how God’s trumpet judgments serve as warnings to turn back to Him. Everyone worships something, but when life gets difficult, do we reach for God or cling to things that cannot save...
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Revelation 7: The Security of the Saints
Pastor Tex Rule Pastor Tex continues our Revelation Part 2 series exploring Revelation 7 and what it means to live ready, diligent, and faithful as we wait for the return of Jesus. Scripture: Revelation 7:1–17
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Revelation 6: The Scrolls
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam Bowers continues our Revelation Part 2 series, exploring Revelation 6 and the opening of the seven seals. As the Lamb opens each seal, John sees images of conquest, war, famine, death, persecution, and cosmic judgment. While Christians have different perspectives on...
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The Scroll and the Lamb
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam Bowers continues our Revelation Part 2 series exploring Revelation 5 and what it means to trust the Lamb, trust God's destination, and worship Him in the detours of life. Scripture: Revelation 5
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Revelation 4: The Throne Room
Pastor John Richardson Pastor John Richardson kicked off our Revelation Part 2 series exploring The Door to the Throne Room and the heavenly vision of Revelation 4. As John is invited through a door into heaven, he sees the reality that changes how we see everything else: God is on the throne.…
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Jonah: When Grace Is Offensive
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam concludes our Jonah series, exploring what happens when God’s grace doesn’t feel fair. Through Jonah 4, we see how bitterness, comfort, and resentment can keep us from joining God in His work of reaching broken people. God challenges Jonah—and us—to see people not...
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Jonah: The Scandal of Mercy
Pastor Kyle Howard Pastor Kyle continues our Jonah series as we finish Jonah 3 and look at the repentance of Nineveh and God’s merciful response. Nineveh’s story shows us what genuine repentance looks like: humility, personal ownership of sin, and a willingness to turn from our evil ways. More...
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Jonah: Jonah's Biggest Mistake
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam continues our series in Jonah exploring how God is already at work in the lives of people around us, and why we don't need to be afraid to share Jesus. Jonah was a reluctant witness who brought a message to Nineveh with little grace or enthusiasm. Yet God had…
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Jonah: God’s Grace in Our Contradictions
Pastor Andrew Miller Pastor Andrew continues our Jonah series exploring how God responds to the contradictions in our lives with grace: providing unexpected deliverance, exposing hidden inconsistencies, and inviting us into ongoing repentance. Scripture: Jonah 1:17–2:10
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Jonah: The Tragedies of Nope
Pastor Kyle Howard Pastor Kyle continues our Jonah series exploring the tragedies of saying "Nope" to God, the consequences of disobedience, and how God graciously leads us back to "Yes." Through Jonah's rebellion, the storm at sea, and God's pursuit of both Jonah and the sailors, we see that…
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Jonah 1:1-3
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam kicked off our new Jonah series by exploring Jonah's decision to run from God's call, and how we often do the same through excuses, distractions, and disobedience instead of trusting and obeying God. Scripture: Jonah 1:1–3
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Revelation 3: Laodicea - The Lukewarm Church
Pastor Kyle Howard Pastor Kyle Howard continues our Revelation series by exploring Jesus' message to the church in Laodicea and what it reveals about our own hearts today. What does it mean to be "lukewarm"? Was Jesus simply calling for more passion, or was He pointing to something much deeper?...
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Revelation 3: Philadelphia - The Faithful Church
Pastor Adam Bowers In this message, Pastor Adam continues our Revelation series exploring Jesus' letter to the church in Philadelphia and what it teaches us about faithfulness, perseverance, and the authority of Christ. Even though the believers in Philadelphia faced rejection and persecution,...
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Revelation 3: Sardis - The Spiritually Asleep Church
Pastor Barret Moore Pastor Barret continues our Revelation series exploring Jesus' weighty letter to the church in Sardis. What does it mean to have a reputation for being alive while being spiritually dead? Hear the call to examine our hearts, wake up from complacency, remember the gospel we've...
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Revelation 2: Thyatira - The Tolerant Church
Pastor Adam Bowers In this message, Pastor Adam continues our Revelation series, exploring Jesus' letter to the church in Thyatira and the danger of tolerating sin. Small compromises can grow into destructive patterns if left unchecked. Jesus calls His church to remain faithful, reject false...
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Revelation 2: Pergamum - The Compromising Church
Pastor Andrew Miller In this message, Pastor Andrew Miller continues in Revelation, exploring Jesus' message to the church in Pergamum and the call to remain loyal to Christ in a culture filled with competing influences and spiritual pressures. Through Revelation 2:12–17, we learn about the call…
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Revelation 2: Smyrna - The Suffering Church
Pastor Tex Rule In this message, Pastor Tex continues our series, "Revelation: The Seven Churches," by exploring Jesus' letter to the church in Smyrna. In a city known for its loyalty to Rome, believers were called to remain faithful to Christ no matter the cost. Through Revelation 2:8-11, we...
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Revelation 2: Ephesus - The Distracted Church
Pastor Adam Bowers In this message, Pastor Adam continues our Revelation series by exploring Jesus' letter to the church in Ephesus. The Ephesian church was known for its strong doctrine, perseverance, and commitment to truth. Yet Jesus confronts them with a sobering warning: they had abandoned...
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Revelation 1: The Unveiling
Pastor Adam In this first message of our Revelation series, Pastor Adam explores Revelation chapter 1, the purpose of biblical prophecy, and why the Book of Revelation is best understood as a guide for discipleship rather than a tool for predicting current events. Learn the historical context,...
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Grandma's Dresser Drawer
Pastor Jeff Estes Pastor Jeff’s Memorial Day sermon is centered on remembrance, sacrifice, and spiritual faithfulness. Resist forgetting both the cost of freedom and the cost of Christ’s sacrifice. Remembrance is an intentional act that shapes gratitude, faith, and future generations.
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Undivided: Preferences
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam preached on Philippians 2 and Philippians 4, showing how easily Christians can become trapped in “preference prisons” when opinions, traditions, and personal desires take priority over the gospel. Looking at Paul’s house arrest, the conflict between Euodia and...
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Undivided: Convictions
Pastor Adam Bowers What does the Bible say about convictions, disagreements, and unity in the church? In Romans 14, Paul addresses one of the biggest challenges Christians still face today: how to handle differences in personal convictions without condemning one another. From food sacrificed to...
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Undivided: Doctrine
What is the difference between a counterfeit and the real thing? In this message, Pastor Adam Bowers explore how false doctrine works like a counterfeit, and why sound biblical teaching matters so much for your faith and your church. We walk through the four S's of the Doctrine Bucket: Source,...
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Undivided: Worship Together
Pastor Adam teaches in our Undivided series focusing on unity in the church and what truly matters most. Through a parable from Jesus, we explore who is part of God’s kingdom, why some reject the invitation, and how humility and faith set people apart. Trust Jesus as Savior and welcome others who...
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Undivided: Dogma
Pastor Adam Bowers In this message, Pastor Adam explains why it is important to keep the main thing the main thing, especially in our faith. Walking through 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Adam breaks down the core essentials of the gospel and clarifies the difference between what is primary and what is...
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Undivided: Overview
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam breaks down the real reasons behind conflict and offers a clear framework for handling disagreements in a healthy, biblical way.
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How Jesus Changed Everything
Pastor Adam Bowers In our Easter message from Luke 24, Pastor Adam explores the resurrection of Jesus, the doubt of the disciples, and the powerful evidence that turned skeptics into believers. From the women at the empty tomb to the road to Emmaus and Jesus appearing to His followers, this...
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"Why Have You Forsaken Me?"
Pastor Adam Bowers Pastor Adam Bowers teaches on the powerful meaning behind Jesus’ words on the cross and why His cry of “Why have you forsaken me?” was not a question, but a declaration of fulfilled prophecy. In this Good Friday message, Pastor Adam walks through Matthew 27 and Psalm 22 to...
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"It Is Finished"
Pastor Barret Moore Last Words
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"Today You Will Be With Me In Paradise"
Pastor John Richardson Pastor John Richardson teaches on Luke 23:39-43, exploring the powerful contrast between two criminals crucified alongside Jesus. One mocked and rejected Christ, while the other demonstrated repentance, humility, and faith, asking Jesus to remember him in His kingdom.…
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"Father, Forgive Them"
In Week 1 of our “Last Words” series, we look at the first words Jesus spoke from the cross in Gospel of Luke 23:32–38: “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Pastor Tex begins with a personal story about his grandfather’s final words. He reminds us that last words…
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Worship and Sacrifice
Pastor Adam Bowers In this message from 2 Chronicles 29:18 to 30, Pastor Adam Bowers takes a deep dive into how King Hezekiah restored the temple after his father Ahaz allowed it to fall into ruin. This powerful Bible teaching explores three key expressions of biblical worship that still apply to...
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Removing the Rubbish
Pastor John Richardson In this message from 2 Chronicles 29:12-17, Pastor John Richardson takes a deep dive into how the Levites responded to King Hezekiah’s call to cleanse the temple. After years of idolatry under King Ahaz, the house of the Lord had been defiled. Before restoring worship, the...
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How to Overcome Shame and Make a Difference
Pastor Adam Bowers What do you do with shame that feels bigger than you? In this message from 2 Chronicles 29:5 to 11, Pastor Adam walks us through King Hezekiah stepping into a nation marked by spiritual ruin. The temple was closed, worship had stopped, and the people lived under a heavy legacy…
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Doors and Leaders
Pastor Adam Bowers In this message from 2 Chronicles 29, we explore the powerful story of King Hezekiah and the reopening of the temple doors. After years of spiritual compromise under King Ahaz, Hezekiah leads Judah into a new season of revival. Learn how God uses faithful leadership, renewed...
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The Gracious Finisher
Pastor Andrew Miller Humans can endure incredible suffering when they know it has purpose. Athletes push their bodies for Olympic dreams. Parents work exhausting jobs for their children. Patients keep fighting for the sake of those they love. But when purpose is removed, suffering becomes...
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The Loving Community
Pastor Barret teaches on one of the central doctrines of the Christian faith: the Trinity. In this message, we explore how God is revealed in Scripture as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and why the doctrine of the Trinity matters for our faith, our salvation, and our life together as the church....
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The Holy Architect
Adam Bowers In this message, Pastor Adam begins a new series exploring four aspects of who God is: the Holy Architect, the Loving Community, the Sovereign King, and the Gracious Finisher. This teaching introduces God as the Holy Architect, emphasizing that while many spiritual beings exist, there...
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What Are You Seeking?
Martin Becktol
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The Prodigal Son
What if the story of the Prodigal Son isn’t just about rebellion… but about self-righteousness too? In this message from Luke 15, we walk through one of Jesus’ most well-known parables—the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the two lost sons—and ask a deeply personal question: Where do you show up in...
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The Joy of Fulfillment (Christmas Eve)
The story of the Wise Men is familiar—but what if it’s more than a Christmas tradition? In this Christmas Eve message, we take a deeper look at the Magi in Matthew 2 and discover what their journey teaches us about true wisdom, faithful obedience, and seeking God—even when the path is unexpected....
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Mary's Magnificat
Adam Bowers This Christmas message from pastor Adam Bowers reflects on the simple, curious faith of children and the remarkable faith of a young Mary, who said “yes” to God’s life-altering plan. Tracing God’s long-awaited promise from Daniel to Gabriel’s announcement in Nazareth, it highlights...
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The Joy of Anticipation
Kyle Howard As we approach Christmas, we explore the joy God promises in the midst of darkness through Isaiah 9:1–7. Spoken during a time of fear and uncertainty, this prophecy points to a coming Light, a promised King, and a peace that will never end. This message invites us to trust who God has...
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Genesis 50
Genesis 50 Adam Bowers
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Genesis 48-49
Andrew Miller Genesis 48-49
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Genesis 46-47
Pastor Adam Bowers Genesis 46-47
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Worship Together - Gratitude
Adam Bowers
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Genesis 42-45
Adam Bowers Genesis 42-45
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Genesis 40-41
Pastor Kyle Howard Genesis 40-41
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We're a Christian church in the west suburbs of St. Louis. We desire to be a church that is of our community and for our community. We exist to to make, mature, and multiply fully committed followers of Jesus Christ, in our community and beyond. Join us!
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First Free Church, Manchester, MO
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