Triangle Podcast

Janet talks with Pastor Eli and Pastor Matt about FBC’s exciting summer plans for kids who just finished grades 1-5 and their families. Eli drops the deets on Impact Weekend, our new awesome camp experience. Check out this episode to learn about all the cool Impact Weekend activities and get the kids in your life signed up!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Janet and Pastor Greg discuss ways to Seize Your Summer and make it successful for you and your family. Summer is a time that is fun and full of adventures, but it is also a time when the loss of routine can create definite spiritual risks. Pastor Greg explains risks that are created on a change of life routines from 2 Samuel. Janet and Pastor Greg then give some practical ideas for planning a great summer - both for your family and for your spiritual growth. Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In Sunday's message on the "Belt of Truth" in our Armor of God sermon series, Pastor Greg stressed the necessity of being rooted in God's Word. This week we revisit a Triangle Podcast episode from Christmas time 2022 with Janet and Greg, providing a great example of his "BREW" method of Bible study: Believe, Read & repeat, Examine each word, Write it down. So pretend it's Christmas again and enjoy this solid examination of Isaiah 9:6 on today's Triangle Rewind!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

FBC's Summer sermon series is exploring the Armor of God, and next Sunday Pastor Greg will guide us as we look at "belt of truth."  God has given us the ability to use critical thinking as a tool to separate truth from falsehoods, so this is an excellent week to revisit an important Triangle Podcast episode on critical thinking.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Pastor Greg shares some insights in how podcasts are a great tool to use in studying God’s word and increasing how we think about our spiritual lives and journeys. This discussion is particularly timely as we head into summer time. There is always more down time, free schedules, and  windshield time during the summer. Finding some podcasts that discuss life as a Christian can really be a blessing. Pastor Greg also shares some suggestions for both topics and actual podcasts in these areas that will help you find a podcast that could be a real encouragement to your walk with Jesus.Some of Pastor Greg's Favorite Podcasts:Love Worth Finding For Leaders with Ronnie FloydThe Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastThe Cold-Case Christianity PodcastFocus on the FamilyFRC  - Washington Watch with Tony Perkins Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Sunday, Pastor Greg's message refocused us on every believer's lifelong call to invite people to Jesus. This week we're revisiting our very first Triangle Podcast episode, on the "Love List" – a list of 3 people you're consistently praying for, in hopes of inviting them to church, sharing your testimony with them, and leading them to Christ. If you don't have a Love List or you're not certain who is on your list, it's a great time to build a new one and be focused on impacting their lives for eternity.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Triangle Podcast, Pastor Greg interviews Pastor Eli about Vacation Bible School. They highlight this year's theme and also explain how to get involved by serving and how to pray for God to move during VBS.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Today's Triangle Podcast features 3 of our FBC ministers (Pastor Greg with Dave Skorupa and Jake Zluticky) discussing ongoing changes in our church communications, with a plea for more people to "grow their triangles" by getting involved with photos, writing, website, and other ministry communication needs.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg speaks with Megan Turner-Chernia, who gives first-hand knowledge of what it is like to live in Israel during today's time of war. Megan lives in Be're-Sheva (Beersheba), Israel, which is very close to the October 6th attack sites. Megan grew up in Fort Smith and moved to Israel just a few years ago.  She works with Eretz-Ir, an Israeli nonprofit organization bringing people in communities together to "build cities that are good to live in," specifically in Israel's underserved periphery regions.You can learn more at eretzir.org.You can email Megan with your questions at: [email protected] map images - All of Israel and The attacks of October 7thClick HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Janet starts off this episode with a corny joke, but Pastor Matt and Kallie Wood save the show with their excitement about a new addition to FBC’s Sunday school class options. They talk about who this class wants to reach and support, how the book of Amos applies to parenting, and how often God uses teenagers in Scripture to do great things.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

A heathy church grows families, and FBC loves families, especially our littlest people! Johna Gaddis joins Janet in this episode to talk about how our church ministers to babies, preschoolers, and their parents. We don’t just babysit children while mom or dad studies God’s Word. We offer targeted biblical education to the preschoolers we serve, even the bed babies! You’ll be blessed to hear Johna’s passion for supporting families by loving and teaching their littles.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Traingle podcast, Pastor Greg explains the history and meaning of the Faith Forward offering. We begin the 2024 Faith Forward emphasis this Sunday and Pastor Greg explains how to get involved and participate in this year’s emphasis.  Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Associate Pastor Matt Passmore visits with Mark McDaniel, Sonny Frye and Luke Lewis about their recent mission trip to El Salvador. Their mission was to assist Pastor Hugo and his congregation to begin construction of a church building so they could worship and fellowship indoors! Please continue to pray for Pastor Hugo and his ministry in El Salvador and possibly joining us on the next missions effort to El Salvador.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Pastor Greg gives some hints into the exciting things happening this Sunday during our Easter service. In addition, he gives some helpful instructions on how to make this Easter a blessed and impactful Sunday. Always remember that Jesus Christ is risen – He is risen indeed! Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In today’s episode, Pastor Greg discusses a new feature to the Chapter and Verse podcast. We will begin producing the “Legacy Series” messages preached by former pastors of FBC. One of the fruits of our media ministry is a treasure trove of messages from these gifted preachers. FBC has a rich legacy of bible preaching that has shaped our dna as a bible believing church. We are excited to have a platform to share some of these messages with the next generation of our FBC family.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Do you know which spiritual gift the Holy Spirit gave you at salvation? Today Janet and Greg explain how God specially empowers each believer to serve the body of Christ and they describe each of the eight gifts. Please click the link below to access the online quiz that will help you prayerfully discover what your spiritual gift is.  So do your homework! Next week we’ll talk about how you can use your gift at church.Click HERE for the spiritual gifts test. PDFClick HERE for the spiritual gifts test. Excel Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Pastor Greg speaks with ministry team members Jared Farley, Jake Zluticky, and Brad Richardson about current and developing evangelism strategies at FBC. As they share information about getting involved in reaching more people with the Gospel, don't be surprised if you feel your personal triangle being "stretched."Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Today Janet talks with Becky Martin, who has taught various groups in our church throughout the years. She’s currently leading a ladies’ class on Sunday mornings.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Dixie Thomas joins Janet in this episode to talk about why prayer is an important part of her spiritual life. You won’t want to miss her amazing testimony of one of the most meaningful prayers God ever answered for her!  Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg speaks with Pastor Joel from Stone Baptist in London about how investing your life in international evangelism and missions grows your triangle, strengthens you spiritually, and results in more people encountering Jesus. (This is part 2 of a 2 part episode.)Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg speaks with Pastor Joel from Stone Baptist in London about that church and the work we do with them through our missions to England. Learn more about our strategic Arkansas / England partnership! (This is part 1 of a 2 part episode)Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Janet and Pastor Greg explore the skill of listening—why it’s hard, why it’s important, and how to do it better. As students of God’s Word, we need to learn to hear from the Lord during our personal study time, as well as when we’re being taught in church.Click HERE for the link to a related episode, How to Be a Critical Thinker. Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Last year Janet and Pastor Greg explored all the blessings from developing the spiritual habits listed in Matthew 5. In this episode, they finally get to the last one—persecution. Even though Christians don’t like to consider or experience persecution, the Bible clearly labels it as an indicator of how closely we’re walking with Jesus. So, please bravely listen and prayerfully think about this aspect of our Christian lives that is becoming more of a reality even here in America.Click HERE for the link to the January 1, 2023 sermon "Happy Habits for 2023"Click HERE for the link to the first episode in this series: Ep 19: "How to Be Poor in Spirit"Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Janet and Pastor Greg are back together again for a new year and a new season of the Triangle Podcast. In this episode they discuss the importance of being a praying church and how you can get involved with our new Prayer Force Ministry. Serving as a pilot, navigator, or gunner will certainly stretch your triangle! For more information, be sure to attend our Info dinner meeting on Sunday night, January 28. To listen to Dr. Ronnie Floyd’s episode on prayer that Janet mentioned, click HERE.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg speaks with Greyson Stevens and Grant King about their journey and experiences when they brought a new translation of "The Jesus Film" to Ghana. They saw people watching, for the first time, the story of the Gospel portrayed in their own language. They share what it means to receive a call to a mission, and how responding to that call has changed their lives and the way they see the world.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

On this episode of the Triangle Podcast, Pastor Greg unpacks the next Beatitude, "Blessed are the Peacemakers". This is a great tie-in for Christmas as our Lord Jesus brought peace on earth and good will toward men.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

A special episode recorded at our weekly "Men's Lunch." We meet Tuesdays at 11:30am, the message starts around 12:15pm.  We would love to have you join us!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

As the year draws to a close, this episode of The Triangle Podcast has us nearing the end of our series on the Beatitudes. Jesus calls us to have a heart which is pure in its love and pursuit of Him, and Pastor Greg explains the deeper meaning of the blessings for those who are “pure in heart.” Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Triangle Podcast, Pastor Greg continues his series discussing “The Beatitudes” from the sermon on the mount found in Matthew 5. Pastor Greg explains how “blessed are the merciful” is a much deeper concept than many people realize. We will learn how mercy is more than just a sense of grace or forgiveness. Jesus challenges us to have a heart of mercy which is a “compassion that moves us to to care for someone in a way that alleviates the struggles in their life.” This is the essence of a Christ-like heart of mercy.  Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg takes on the role of host in this Triangle Podcast episode and has an engaging conversation with Gunner Delay. Gunner and his wife are part of the leadership team for our college and young adult group. They discuss some of the exciting things God is doing in this vital, growing part of our church family, as well as the future in reaching young adults. They will also “stretch your Triangle” as they discuss how God prompts folks to a place of service and ways to respond to His direction. Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Dave Skorupa, just back after a week of teaching Christian immigrants in Buffalo, NY is our guest host for this quick episode of Triangle Podcast. Pastor Dave shares thoughts on the topic of forgiveness as taught in Scripture, and in the C.S. Lewis classic, "Mere Christianity."Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Janet talks with Pastor Greg & Jared Farley about the recent phenomenon of “cancel culture.” They discuss what it is, how it’s impacting society and the Church, and what Scripture has to say about this new way of treating people who offend us. This episode is a bit longer than usual, but it’s a pertinent conversation about how Christians can both think about and respond to cancel culture with a biblical mindset.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Myron & Tammye Lockwood and Linda Ward join Janet in this episode to share about their mission trip to our partner church near London. They recently traveled to help Pastor Joel’s church re-plant in Eynsford and brought back stories of the work being done to reach people in that community and how we can help support that ministry.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Since Pastor Greg has finished his sermon series on Biblical parenting, He and Janet discuss and provide over 20 great resources for parents (and kids). Links below!Books and AuthorsRaising Spiritual Champions - George BarnaSeven Traits of Effective Parenting – Daniel P. HuertaRaising Kingdom Kids - Dr. Tony EvansA Practical Guide to Culture - John Stonestreet & Brett KunkleKeeping Your Kids on God’s Side – Natasha CrainWild Things-The Art of Nurturing Boys - Stephen James & David Thomas Discover 4 Yourself and How to Study Your Bible for Kids - Kay ArthurPower of Praying Parent - Stormie O’MartianYour Girl, Your Boy, 5 Conversations You Must Have with Your Son/Daughter - Vicki CourtneyResourcesFocus on the Family Click Here  -Podcasts on marriage and parenting  -Adventures in Odyssey  -Plugged in: reviews movies, TV shows, games, books, music and Youtube.Answers in Genesis Click HereCold Case Christianity Click HereLove Worth Finding with Dr. Adrian Rogers Click Here Dave Ramsey Click HereFamily Life Today Click HereJosh McDowell Click HereSermon SeriesHome on the Rock Click HereA Perfect 10 for Families that Win Click HereThings for kidsPhil Vischer: What’s in the Bible? Veggie Tales Click Here Treasure Chest Bible Stories Click HereGo Fish Click HereYour Story Hour Click HereClick HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

As Pastor Greg focused our church last month on principles for Biblical parenting, Janet couldn’t help reflecting on her own upbringing. Here are 9 things she learned from her mom and dad, who modeled how to parent on purpose if you’re trying to raise kids to live for God.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Recorded live with a “studio audience”! What’s better than a food topic to discuss with our 60+ Lunch folks? Janet and Pastor Greg continue our Happy Habits for 2023 series by looking closer at what it means to hunger and thirst after righteousness.Click HERE for the link to the January 1 sermon Happy Habits for 2023Previous Triangle Podcast episodes in this series include Ep. 19: How to Be Poor in Spirit, Ep. 34: How to Mourn, and Ep. 41: Unraveling the Mystery of Meekness.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg has started a new parenting series for September called Biblical Parenting in a Chaotic Culture. In this episode of the Triangle Podcast, Greg first talks about a study by George Barna that examines the moral temperature of today’s teenagers, then he shares another podcast with our listeners that features Barna’s research findings and his new book Raising Spiritual Champions.Click HERE for the Amazon link to George Barna’s new book Raising Spiritual Champions: Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind and Soul.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Pastor Greg and Janet are thrilled to welcome long-time friend David Skorupa to the FBC church family. In today’s episode, David talks with Janet about communication strategy and brags on our vibrant 60+ group he gets to hang out with.Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Janet and Pastor Greg continue the January 1 Happy Habits for 2023 series by digging deeper into the spiritual habits listed in Matthew 5. In today’s episode, they investigate meekness—what it is, how we develop it in our lives, and why we should want to be meek.Click HERE for the link to the January 1 sermon "Happy Habits for 2023"Click HERE for the link to the first episode in this series: Ep 19: "How to Be Poor in Spirit"Click HERE for the link to the second episode in this series: Ep 34: "How to Mourn"Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

How awesome that our church wants to reach young adults in our community! In Janet’s conversation with Jared Farley, you’ll hear his passion about connecting with this age group and you’ll understand why our YoPros are excited about Jared’s investment in them. If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Our church will offer another session of Financial Peace University on Wednesday nights beginning September 6. Pastor Greg and Janet are huge fans of this program because of the impact it had on their personal budget and lifestyle. This episode of the Triangle Podcast features FBC members who have also found success through FPU. We hope that listening to these testimonies will inspire you to join our upcoming class and learn how to tell your money what to do!If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Welcome to Season 2 of the Triangle Podcast! In this episode, Janet and Greg introduce some modifications to the triangle to strengthen how it illustrates spiritual growth.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Brad Richardson, the newest member of our student ministry team, has recently arrived—just in time for summer! Join Janet and Brad as they discuss his calling to reach teenagers, his love for the outdoors, and what he realized the day he met Emma.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

We’re so excited God answered our prayers and brought Jacob Jackson to serve as our Worship Pastor. Today, Janet and Jacob talk about his journey to ministry, his plans for our music program, and Elvis!If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Pastor Greg takes over this week and give Janet a break. He and Associate Pastor Matt Passmore discuss and unpack what is happening this summer at FBC. This is a very exciting time in the life of our church and we want you to be part of it. We are looking forward to VBS, business meetings, weekly activities, camps, new staff, summer fellowships, and more! If you have any questions about upcoming activities please call the church office at (479) 788-6100 or email [email protected]. Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle SermonIf you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Janet and Pastor Greg revisit the January 1, 2023 sermon based in the Beatitudes passage in Matthew 5 to motivate us to build spiritual habits. In today’s episode, they discuss “Blessed are They Who Mourn.” Spiritual mourning is not the same thing as grieving for a loved one who passes away. As you listen to their conversation, discover the connection between mourning and transformation.Click HERE for the link to the January 1 sermon "Happy Habits for 2023"Click HERE for the link to the first episode in this series: Ep 19: "How to Be Poor in Spirit"Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle SermonIf you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Do you have a favorite Bible verse? Janet and Pastor Greg talk about the new summer sermon series developed from your favorite verses. We hope you’re planning to turn in some suggestions and vote!If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Greg and Janet are back together again…in the same place…on the same episode! Listen in as they argue about who has the better mother—not really, but they do try to outdo one another bragging on their moms. Since Mother’s Day is May 14 (hint, hint!) it’s only appropriate that they rise up and call their mothers blessed. If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon

Since Janet and Greg are on the road again helping their friends move, Janet talks about friendship in today’s episode. She shares what the Bible says about choosing friends and gives tips they’ve learned on how to go deeper into a meaningful friend relationship.If you have questions about today’s content or would like to suggest topics for future episodes, please email us at [email protected]. Thanks for listening!Click HERE for the link to Pastor Greg’s Triangle Sermon