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Vernon First Baptist Church
by Randy Hamm
Mainly we'll upload our Sermons here for you, with the occasional interview as well.
Episodes
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Gone Fishin' Easter 2026
Even though the disciples have seen the risen Christ, their beloved Jesus, they are unsure what to do. John 21 tells us that they decide to go back fishing. What happens when Jesus finds them, once again not able to catch any fish? What can we learn from it?
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Simple Living (Sabbatical Reflections) Randy Hamm
This summer, Randy and Hannah were able to enjoy a Sabbatical break. Here is one of the sermons from September that unpacks some of that time away, especially exploring their time in Assisi, walking in the footsteps of St Francis and St Clare.
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Restoration - Laurie MacKay and Phyllis Simon - 2 Samuel 13-15
This week Laurie and Phyllis will share about Family Secrets and Restoration. In 2 Samuel 13-15 we find that David's brokenness leads to a series of suffering in his family. We can all relate to going through difficult times. What is the hope that can get us through? What can we learn from…
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Final Words Reveal - 1 Kings 2 - Randy Hamm March 2
This Sunday we will finish our series on David. As we look at his last words we find out that his Final Words Reveal what has become of David. Perhaps there are some very timely messages that God has for us in the last days of David. Listen expectantly to see how Jesus, the Son of David, invites...
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Beloved - Jenny Penner - 2 Samuel 11-12
In 2 Samuel 11-12 David's heart for God is distracted by his lustful eyes and envious spirit. Even in the midst of this brokenness, we find a contrite heart for God and some surprising redemption. May we learn what it means to be Beloved as Jenny Penner shares God's wide mercy in David's life.
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David has Mercy - 2 Samuel 9 - Randy Hamm
There's a big need in our world today for Mercy. What can we learn from David, and even more, the Son of David, about Mercy. Join in and find out.
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God Says No, But... 2 Samuel 7-8 Randy Hamm
This Sunday in 2 Samuel 7-8 we find that David is his usual precocious self, planning great things for God. Is this what God wants? Maybe he should pause to find out. Thankfully God is going to tell him anyway, And we get to learn alongside him that sometimes God says no, but has something better...
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David, the Ark & Michal - 2 Samuel 6 - Dan Watt
As David enters his Golden Era, you can easily see that his heart is seeking after God. But his eagerness gets him into trouble. Once again let's learn together what Jesus has for us through this hard passage.
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War, Love, Murder, Crowns - 2 Samuel 3-5 - Randy Hamm
We continue the journey with David. How will he live out his Kingship? Perhaps that crown starts to go to his head, but there seems to be a few more faults in this man after God's own heart. What can we learn as we continue this story of war, love, murder and crowns?
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David Gets His Crown 2 Samuel 2 - Randy Hamm
Join us for the first communion Sunday of the New Year! As we continue the journey with David this new year, we finally see him realize his calling and anointing. David becomes King - though only of part of the kingdom. How does he deal with these tensions? What can we learn from it?
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David's Lament - 2 Samuel 1 - Randy Hamm
As we enter into a new year we will continue to look at David, his calling and anointing, how he dealt with it and what we can learn through his journey. In 2 Samuel 1, we find out David learns of Saul's death. How he responds gives us so much to explore for our own faith as we follow Jesus.…
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David with the Philistines - 1 Samuel 27 - Randy Hamm
We will look at the time David hung out with the Philistines - yes - those Philistines! in 1 Samuel 27-31. As he found himself in an in-between time, so do we. How do you handle being in between things? What can we learn from David as we go into this New Year?
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The Promise of Justice - Gentle and Shattering - Jenny Penner -Isaiah 9
Jenny finishes off our Weary World Rejoices advent Sundays series with a message about Gentle Justice and Shattering Justice. Listen in to what Jesus might have for you this advent season.
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A Pregnant Pause - The Promise of Restoration - Luke 1 - Grace Wulff
Grace Wulff speaks on the Promise of Restoration, a Pregnant Pause from the Christmas story.
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The Truth of Compassion - Laurie MacKay - Luke 1:68-79
Do we understand the Compassion of God? Really?
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The Promise of Truth - Randy Hamm - Jeremiah 33
Jeremiah has truth for the people of God, but they are not that interested in it. Would we?
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David: Who Will You Listen To? 1 Samuel 24-26 Randy Hamm
When push comes to shove, will we listen to God or the voices around and within us? Let's see a couple of situations that David finds himself in and learn with him.
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David the Rule Breaker 1 Samuel 21 Randy Hamm
David is on the run and is hungry. What is he really hungry for? What can we learn from this rule-breaker? We'll also have a time of Remembrance together for the veterans who fought for our freedom.
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Out of the Caves - 1 Samuel 22 - Chuck Harper
Chaplain Chuck will be sharing a message from 1 Samuel 22, a time when David had to hide out in the cave of Adullam. What did this mean for him? What can we learn from it as we Come out of Our Caves?!!?
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Fear and Freedom - 1 Samuel 18-20 - Randy Hamm
There is so much to unpack between Saul and David. Today we will see Saul's fear and how David had freedom from it. May we all learn from them for our lives.
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Saul's Jealousy (& Ours) - 1 Samuel 18 - Randy Hamm
How does Saul deal with David's rise in popularity? (spoiler alert - not very good). What can we learn about envy and jealousy here and how to deal with our own? Join us and find out. bonus - Hannah sings a beautiful song at the end :)
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Giving Thanks Like David - Psalm 138 - Grace Wulff
This week we have the privilege of hearing from Rev. Grace Wulff as she guides us through some Psalms, especially 138, as we participate in Giving Thanks Like David. Come with your gratitude, come as you are, and engage with each other and with our Creator.
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True Friendship - 1 Samuel 18 - Ray Parker
Ray unpacks the importance of Friendship to our spiritual lives, based on the incredible friendship David and Jonathan found with each other.
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Healing the Past - Reconciliation Sunday
During this week, some may wonder what the church has to do with Truth and Reconciliation. Does the Bible even address these things that started 400 years ago? Do we have a responsibility here? Please listen to our reconciliation Sunday sermon. Thank you Canadian Baptist Ministries for…
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Overcoming Our Giants - 1 Samuel 17 - Randy Hamm
David and Goliath is so much more than a kids story. Unpack what God was doing in the hearts of each character with us and open your heart to see what Jesus has for you in it.
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God Looks at the Heart - Sept 15 - Randy Hamm - 1 Sam 16
Who was David really? Join us as we embark on a journey to figure out just how this Old Testament man, shepherd, husband, father, and King was after God's own heart. May we all learn a little more of what it means to Seek After God's Heart. This week we explore how God Looks at the Heart. Though...
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The Greatest Story: Scandalous Love Part 2 Luke 15 Randy Hamm
What about the older son in the Prodigal Son story? Perhaps this is the main point. What motivates us and how can we deal with the shame we feel and put on others?
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The Greatest Story: Scandalous Love Part 1 Luke 15 Randy Hamm
When Jesus was being called out for eating with "sinners", his response was to tell some stories. One of them has become known as the greatest short story ever told. The Prodigal Son. Why is it so important and powerful? Let's find out.
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Hearing God - Phyllis Simon - John 10:14-16
Listen to this woman's amazing stories of Hearing God, and be inspired to listen a little more closely yourself!
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God's Power to Caregive - Hebrews 6:10-12 - Roy Gavelin
Come and hear how God work in Roy Gavelin's life, drawing him to Jesus through his first wife Trish, and how Roy met Jesus deeply when he became her caregiver.
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Jesus' Power of Story - Matthew 13:34-35 Randy Hamm
Why did Jesus tell so many stories, when He could've just told us the truth? How do we truly follow Him?
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The Beauty of the Mystery of God - Philippians 3:6-15 - Laurie MacKay
This week we'll hear from Laurie MacKay on The Beautiful Mystery of God, as he tells us more of his story, based on Phil 3:6-15. Listen with an open heart as Laurie shares vulnerably.
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Be Strong & Courageous - Karl Janzen - Joshua 1:6-9
Karl shares from his adventures as a missionary to Brazil and Angola. Listen and see where God shows up in this story!
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A Heart to Serve - Randy Hamm - Matthew 24
What does it mean to be great in the Kingdom of Jesus? How and why do we SERVE Jesus? Enjoy this message of our youth Serve trip as we unpack this theme alongside our trip.
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Our Cloud of Witnesses - Grace Wulff - Hebrews 12:1-3
Rev. Grace Wulff shares more of our recent story as a church with our very own cloud of witnesses, those who have gone on before us to encourage and inspire us!
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The Long and Winding Road - Chuck Harper - Ephesians 2:8-10
Reverend Chuck Harper shares his story with us this week - you never would've expected him to be where he is today!
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The Beginnings of Our Church - Randy Hamm
What can we learn from how our church started over 100 years ago. Listen along to hear what us 'baptists' were all about.
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God Will Meet Your Needs - Ray Parker
Hear this story from Rev Ray about how God met his needs and perhaps we can learn to trust God a little more ourselves.
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Called to Serve - Randy Hamm - Acts 6:1-8
As we honour our volunteers here at Vernon FBC, we consider one of the first volunteers in the early church, Stephen. May we learn to serve like him, in the midst of challenges that come our way.
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Telling our Stories - Randy Hamm - Psalm 139:1-14
Randy tells some of his story this week, as we all learn a few questions we can ask if we're to tell our stories in the midst of God's story.
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Inspire Others with Your Story - Laurie MacKay - 1 Kings 17
Do our stories matter? Can our stories help and inspire others? The answer is simply “Yes,” They do matter and they can inspire others! And they will. In our scripture passage today, 1 st Kings 17:7-16, we find an interesting story of a woman and her son who are not named, but who have an amazing...
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Worship God, Follow the Lamb Revelation 22 Randy Hamm
We've made it to the end! What is the core message of The Revelation of Jesus Christ? John gives us a strong emphasis hear at the end and how to live it out. Let's explore one last time from this incredible gift from Jesus.
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All Things New - Revelation 21-22:7 Randy Hamm
What does Jesus mean when he promises to make all things new? New heavens and a New Earth? Let's explore the results of this promise.
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Warrior Jesus - Revelation 19-20 Randy Hamm
What does the image of Jesus riding in on a white stallion inspire in us? What did it mean for the early church? Let's continue to learn how to walk in the way of the Lamb, who is also the Lion!
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Come to the Wedding - Revelation 19:1-9 Randy Hamm April 28
After all the intense visions we've endured, John gets to see a wedding! What's it all about? Who is invited? And who is the bride???
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The Great Seduction - Revelation 17&18 - Randy Hamm
After the seven bowls of God's righteous anger are poured out, John is invited by one of the angels to watch the judgment of the Great Harlot, and he is astonished by what he sees. What is the meaning of this image? Christians have pointed to many other things throughout history, but perhaps the...
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The Loving Wrath of God - Revelation 15:5-16:21 - Randy Hamm
In Revelation 15&16 John's vision is of the Temple in Heaven opening and Seven Angels coming out with seven golden bowls. What do these mean? What are we to take from this? We'll look at some key concepts based in this book this week, as we continue to learn to Trust in Jesus! Join us as we open...
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Solidarity Sunday 2024 - April 7
This week we are celebrating 150 years of Canadian Baptist Ministry around the world with Solidarity Sunday! Come and explore some history of all that God has done thru the heritage of our churches across our great country! Join us for a special conversation with Karl Janzen, Sharon Watt and…
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Who Will Roll Away the Stone? Mark 16:1-8 Randy Hamm
What difference does the resurrection of Jesus make in our lives? Is it okay to doubt it, to be a bit bewildered by it? What can we take away for our own lives?
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Almost There - John 12-13 - Grace Wulff
oin Rev. Grace Wulff as she gives us a reflection for Palm Sunday. “Are we almost there yet?” We smile at that sentence, for we might remember ourselves as children on what seemed like a long trip and we would be asking “Are we almost there?” What was it like for Jesus to hold the tensions He has...
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Mainly we'll upload our Sermons here for you, with the occasional interview as well.
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