FBC Toccoa - This is My Story

In today's episode, Shawn shares his "God story" with us. He reflects on his life including a miraculous recovery from a car accident, becoming a husband and father, and falling in love with the Lord as he is reading through the Bible. Shawn notices and glorifies God in the details of his life, and encourages all of us to seek God as well.
Romans 8:28  "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."
John 9:3 "Jesus answered, 'It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him.'"
Editing: Sarah Edmonds
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

In the last episode of our college series, TFC student DJ Hollimon tells us about his testimony and finding his value in the Lord instead of the world. DJ reminds us of the importance of church community and the value of memorizing Scripture.
Psalm-based songs: https://www.everypsalm.com/
1 Timothy 4:12 Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
Genesis 50:20 "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today."
Editing: Clark Sanders
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

Maddie Stone vulnerably shares about her dependance on God through an eating disorder. Now after recovery and spiritual growth, she loves studying the Bible and is looking forward to helping others after she graduates from TFC with her Nursing degree.

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

Psalm 139:13-14 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.

Faith Womack's Bible journaling YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleNerdMinistries

Editing: Clark Sanders
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

In this episode of our college series, TFC student Justin Fleming shares how he was drawn to God at a young age, which built a solid foundation for the challenges he faced through his childhood. After witnessing his mother go through addiction and domestic abuse, he eventually got to experience her redemption before she passed away. God worked through all these challenges, and led Justin to where he is today.
Editing: Clark Sanders
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

To kick off our College Student Series, Katie Bower shares about her time as a Nursing student at Toccoa Falls College, how God gave her a passion for medical missions, and the importance of finding community in a local church at any age.
Editing: Clark Sanders
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

With Emmanuel on our minds this season, we talked with 5 people in our church who have lived in other countries at Christmastime. Though their stories are unique, each one reminds us of God's love, and that he sent his Son for the whole world.
2:06-6:43
Gordon Thigpen, Russia
6:45-8:30
Rejoice Stephan, Zambia
8:32-12:35
Elijah Webb, Chad
12:36-22:30
Sarah Hijazeen, Jordan
22:32-28:45
Anne Kelly, Puerto Rico, Korea, Mexico, Philippines

In today's episode, we hear from Savannah Rothstein, the Children's Director at First Baptist Church Toccoa. She shares stories of hope and how she's experienced God's kindness even in the hard seasons. Savannah's love for the Lord shines through in the way she serves, and she's truly being used as a vessel for the kids at FBC.
Editing: Clark Sanders
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

In this episode, Kelly shares about clinging to hope while living with clinical depression and anxiety. She opens up about community, therapy, and how she’s learning to rely on God’s truth even when emotions say otherwise.
Scripture references:

• 1 Peter 5:7 "Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you."
  
• Matthew 6:26-27 "Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are? Can all your worries add a single moment to your life?"
  
• Philippians 4:5-6 "Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
  
• Hebrews 6:19a "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure."
  

Editing: Clark Sanders
Audio Engineering: Gabe Sanders
Music: Grant Wall
Logo: Kelly Thigpen

This episode features the Tugalo Baptist Associational Missionary, Jason DeFoor. Jason shares his testimony, the importance of the local church, and key takeaways from FBC's latest church-wide life group study.

Love Your Church by Tony Merida: https://www.thegoodbook.com/love-your-church?srsltid=AfmBOora57uTZGUCTcstlPgTSKwf_hfaqMGua5DoGeY07cl2oo0YFAqf
Tugalo Baptist Association: http://www.tugalo.net/
Edited by Sarah Edmonds
Music by Grant Wall
Logo by Kelly Thigpen

Today we are getting to know FBC's new Youth Pastor, Josh Lorenz, and his wife, Sarah. In this episode, Josh and Sarah share how they met, what led them to youth ministry, and demonstrate their genuine love for students.
Edited by Clark Sanders
Music by Grant Wall
Logo by Kelly Thigpen