Fellowship Bible Church Waco Sunday Messages

Have you truly come to experience the blessings of trusting the Lord as your Shepherd? In light of 1 Peter 2:25, Psalm 23 shows that when we know Jesus as the Shepherd and Guardian of our souls, we find a life shaped by His faithful presence, provision, and care in every season.

All of us will suffer; the difference is how we respond to the various afflictions we face. This morning, we will see from 1 Peter 2:21-25 how to experience the overcoming presence of Christ amid our hardships.

In a world where compromise is common and convictions are constantly tested, God calls His people to live with clarity, courage, and integrity. This Sunday, we will discover, from 1 Peter 2:11–12, how our identity in Christ and our intimacy with the Almighty empower us to live a life of influence that puts God and His gospel on display.

Moments before His death, Jesus cried out, “Tetelestai—It is finished.” But what did He finish, and what does that mean for you? This Resurrection Sunday, we will discover and celebrate the life-changing truth that can transform our lives forever.

Once we were not a people, but now we are God’s people—called out of darkness and into His marvelous light. Each day we have the opportunity to carry living hope into a hopeless world. This morning, we celebrate what it means to live as People of Living Hope.

Every follower of Christ knows the struggle between the desire to honor God and the pull of old, sinful habits. Why do sincere believers sometimes feel stuck in the same patterns of failure? This Sunday, we will discover the life-changing truth from 1 Peter 2:1-3 on how God equips His people to overcome the inner battle and walk in growing freedom and the joy of knowing Christ.

Would you like to know the secret to unshakable hope? The answer lies within 1 Peter 1:17-21. Join us as we unlock this secret and gain deeper understanding of how unshakable hope begins with a reverent fear, a redeeming faith, and a resurrection foundation! I

What if the way you live on earth were shaped by a greater citizenship in heaven? In 1 Peter 1:1–2, we discover how coming to Christ is like crossing a threshold that gives us a new identity, a new direction, and a living hope that cannot be shaken while we make our way in an uncertain world.

As we begin another year, we are reminded from Hebrews 12:1-3 that perseverance in the upcoming months depends not on more effort but on more seeing—seeing Jesus clearly, trusting His strength, and following His perfect example. Let us fix our eyes on Christ!

The wonder of God’s love is more than a feeling to admire at Christmas; it is a truth to behold at the cross. In 1 John 4:10, we see that love begins with God, who sent His Son to rescue us at infinite cost. This Sunday, we will look to Christ and rediscover the depth, beauty, and saving power of His love for us.

The wonder of God’s love is far greater than we often imagine, and in 1 John 4:7–9 we are invited to rediscover its depth and beauty. God didn’t just speak about love—He revealed it by sending His Son so that we might truly live through Him. When we grasp this Christmas reality, His love begins to shape our identity, transform our relationships, and flow through us to others.

God’s family matters! God’s design for His church is beautiful and vital for each believer. God’s family also has matters to be tended to so the local body of Christ will be a healthy, holy, and thriving church. Join us this Sunday as we gain wisdom in this area through Colossians 3:14-17.

Before God established Israel or the church, He established marriage and family to bring Him honor and glory. In Colossians 3:12-14 and 18-21, Paul provides us with the keys to avoiding potential turmoil that can rob the family of peace and joy. Join us as we learn how to clothe ourselves in Christ’s character.

What if the greatest joy is not found in what you keep but in what you give? In Philippians 4:15–23, Paul celebrates a church whose open hands and open hearts became channels of God’s grace. When God’s generosity flows through us, both others and we ourselves thrive in the joy of generous living.

Life can feel like a hurricane, but there is a peace and strength that stands stronger than any storm. In Philippians 4:8-14, Paul shows that lasting peace and enduring strength are not found in changing our circumstances, but in anchoring our minds, hearts, and daily lives in our relationship with Jesus Christ.

We live in a world weighed down by worry, where anxiety has become a constant companion. In Philippians 4:4–7, Paul shows us how to trade panic for peace by discovering how Christ’s presence can steady our hearts when anxiety attacks.

Have you ever felt the tension between where you live and where you truly belong? As followers of Christ, our zip code may be on earth, but our citizenship is in heaven. Paul reminds us that the joy of the Christian life comes from living out that heavenly identity right here and now as highlighted in Philippians 3:12-4:3.

Every person’s life tells a story, but the real question is what shapes that story. Our world trains us to believe that identity is built by achievements, credentials, or status, and many spend their lives trying to build a résumé that proves their worth. Philippians 3:1–11 confronts that illusion by showing that when someone truly encounters Jesus Christ, He transforms them into something entirely new.

“You know it when you see it.” That is true of spiritual maturity. In Philippians 2:19-30, Paul gives us a front-row seat to two powerful examples who model four marks of mature believers who serve and grow together in the gospel. Take a close look at them, and you will see maturity in motion.

Have you ever felt stuck in your walk with Christ, as if you’re not growing as you had hoped? Whether you feel like you’re floundering or flourishing, Philippians 2:12–18 shows us what every believer needs. In this passage, Paul reveals how to live out our faith as those who are united with Christ.

How does “fellowship in the gospel” fuel the faith of God’s people? In Philippians 1:12-18, the Apostle Paul highlights three ways our union with Christ, His people, and His mission bring about greater experiences and expressions of joy and faith in His people.

Every heart longs for joy, but so few truly experience it. In his Letter to the Philippians, the Apostle Paul reveals the key that unlocks lasting joy, and he shares it right in the opening verses. This morning, we’ll discover the joy of knowing Jesus in the journey of life.

There is only one unshakable hope in this world, Jesus Christ, and the “good news” of all He has done, is doing, and will do. This morning, we begin our new series in the Book of Philippians by looking to the first time the gospel of grace entered Europe and began transforming lives in the city of Philippi. For over 2,000 years, this same gospel has been changing lives, and it can transform yours too.

Did you know that whatever fills your heart will eventually be manifested in your words? Jesus taught that when God’s Word fills us, His truth naturally flows from our mouths (Luke 6:45), whether in everyday conversations, discipleship, small groups, or even public messages. This morning, we will discover how The Ezra Experience culminates in communicating the word of God as a way of life.

Why are you here on this earth? This Sunday, discover from Ezra’s life why studying and living God’s Word is directly related to our purpose in life and how to make it part of your daily walk with God.

What do your daily patterns reveal about your heart? In every area of life, our habits reveal what we truly value, and nowhere is that more important than in our walk with God. Starting this Sunday, we will explore the life of Ezra and uncover how his intentional practices transformed his life and reshaped the spiritual direction of an entire nation, and how they can do the same for us.

Imagine a community so united in faith that it changes not just your life, but the world around you—ready to discover how? Join us this Sunday as we dive into Acts 2:41-42 to discover the vital role fellowship plays in unifying God’s church.

Author and cleric Jonathan Swift once said, “May you live all the days of your life”. At first that struck me as funny. Then witty. Then profound. How do we do that, in a godly way, as opposed to the prideful, self-centered, materialistic way that our culture encourages? The answer found in 1 Timothy 6:17-21 will reverberate for eternity.

Last week, we learned how to fight the good fight of faith, but this Sunday we’re diving into why we fight—unpacking the powerful motivations in 1 Timothy 6:13-16 that fuel our passion to stand firm for Christ. From the Giver of Life to the Sovereign King, discover what drives us to live boldly and faithfully until He returns!

Do you know that we are engaged in a war being waged on multiple fronts? In 1 Timothy 6:11-12, we discover the two keys to fighting the good fight of faith.

As believers, how do we discern truth from error and find true contentment while living in a world obsessed with wealth, status, and self-promotion? Join us this morning as we look to 1 Timothy 6:3-10 to answer this question, as Paul reminds us that godliness is great gain!

Did you know that our worship of God is to be revealed in the way we work? Many believers have not made this connection. As we discover in 1 Timothy 6:1-2, God puts His glory on display when we live out our faith at work.

God reveals His glory when churches and their leaders faithfully follow His word. Today, we will explore how we as a church can continue to flourish in God’s grace as we seek to practice the essential truth revealed in 1 Timothy 5:17-25.

On this Father’s Day, we will take a close look at the Father-heart of God for widows. In 1 Timothy 5:3-16, we will discover a call to honor the widows in our lives and the practical, life-giving ways they are to be cared for and esteemed.

We are made for relationships, but how do we develop them in meaningful and God-honoring ways? This morning, we will explore the principles for healthy and holy relationships as outlined in 1 Timothy 5:1-2. 

What are the priorities of healthy Christ-centered leaders? In 1 Timothy 4:10-16, the Apostle Paul highlights what every church should desire and every spiritual leader should pursue.

Are you facing trials or feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges?  Join us as we explore James 1:1-5 and discover how God uses our struggles to strengthen our faith and develop Christ-like character.  Come and be encouraged--God is at work in every season!

The most powerful message you will ever give is the life that you live. In 1 Timothy 4:12, the Apostle Paul highlights the specific ways we are to manifest our faith in Christ, as he challenges the youthful Timothy to rise to the high calling we have in Christ.

Without hope, despair grows, motivation dwindles, and resilience fades. This morning, we will discover from 1 Timothy 4:9-11 how to experience lasting hope through our relationship with the living God.

How is your health? You may initially consider your level of physical well-being, but how is your soul? Today, we will learn how to live and lead with spiritual strength from 1 Timothy 4:6-8 so that it will be well with our soul.

Scam Alert, Scam Alert! Join us this morning as we see Paul provide this warning to Timothy and the church. 1 Timothy 4:1-5 provides instruction to help us protect ourselves and the church against the attacks of the enemy and specifically his tricks, schemes and lies.

We are joyfully gathering this morning to celebrate the Easter morning reality that Jesus Christ has risen from the grave. Today, we will journey through Luke 24:13-35 and discover how the events of that first Resurrection evening show us the path to personally knowing Jesus today.

In one of the great crossroad texts of the Bible, Jesus presents the most important decision in a person's life in Matthew 7:13-14. Our response to Christ determines our direction in both life and eternity.

Do you know how significant the local church is in God’s kingdom plan? This morning we’ll take a look at 1 Timothy 3:14-16, where we will discover how every church of Jesus Christ is to fulfill its role in this world.

Serving others is imperative to a healthy church. It is so vital, God instituted an office within the church for this role to be carried out. Join with us this Sunday as we explore how deacons function within the body as well as look to how each believer is called to serve God and serve others!

Do you know God’s divine design for church leadership and why it is important? In 1 Timothy 3:1-7, the Apostle Paul highlights the qualities God develops in overseers of His local churches. As go the leaders, so go the people.

What does holiness look like in action? In 1 Timothy 2:8-15, the Apostle Paul highlights how believers in Christ’s church manifest lives that are set apart for His purposes.

Are you spiritually alive and growing?  In 1 Timothy 2:1-7, the Apostle Paul highlights what every person needs to know to grow spiritually.

How do you fight the good fight of faith? As we will discover this Sunday in 1 Timothy 1:18-20, there are 2 lifetime practices that every Christian must cultivate. A failure to follow these can be catastrophic.

How does the gospel of Christ change lives? Every person, whether they are a believer or not, needs to know the answer to this fundamental question, as unforgettably revealed in 1 Timothy 1:12-17.