First Baptist Church Big Spring Podcast

In this week’s message, “Thank You for Giving to the Lord,” from Revelation 7:9–12, Pastor Mark Lindsey reminds us that every act of sharing Jesus echoes into eternity. The sermon paints a vivid picture of the great multitude gathered before the throne—people from every nation, tribe, and language—worshiping the Lamb because someone took the time to tell them about Him. Through this powerful text, we’re challenged to see evangelism not as a duty, but as an offering of gratitude to the Lord who saved us. When we give, go, and share the Gospel, we participate in the eternal chorus of thanksgiving to our Savior.

In this episode of The New Testament Survey podcast, Jonathan and Brandon dive into Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians—some of his earliest writings filled with hope, encouragement, and a little bit of end-times intrigue.

They unpack how Paul comforts a young church facing persecution, clarifies confusion about the return of Christ, and challenges believers to live faithfully in the meantime.

In today’s sermon, “The Church Unified,” from Ephesians 4:1–16, Minister of Discipleship and Administration, Jonathan Raffini, calls believers to live out the unity that Christ has already secured for His people. True unity isn’t uniformity—it’s a shared heart, a shared faith, and a shared way of life centered on Jesus. Jonathan unpacks how the Church must be Unified in Attitude, walking humbly and patiently with one another; Unified in Belief, holding fast to sound doctrine; and Unified in Conduct, living out love in everyday relationships. Listen and be challenged to pursue the oneness Christ prayed for in His body, the Church.

In this special episode, Jonathan and Brandon sit down with Megan Newton and Medina Dobbs to talk about their recent mission trip to Kosovo. From volunteering at the local school and sharing testimonies to seeing how God is moving among the people there, you’ll hear first-hand stories of faith, friendship, and the unexpected ways God works across cultures.

It’s a conversation full of laughter, reflection, and a renewed sense of what it means to “take life to the city”—and to the nations.

In today’s message from Ezekiel 24:15–27, guest preacher Brother Randy Cotton shares how God’s called servant Ezekiel remained faithful to his ministry even in the face of personal tragedy—the death of his wife. From this passage, we are reminded of three powerful truths: Ezekiel’s service was not based on his feelings, not based on visible results, and not based on his own understanding. Instead, he trusted and obeyed God no matter the circumstances. This challenging and encouraging word calls us to a deeper faithfulness as we walk in obedience to Christ.

In this episode of our New Testament Survey series, Jonathan and Brandon dig into the book of Colossians—a letter that elevates Christ as supreme over all things. We’ll explore its authorship, context, and themes, including Paul’s emphasis on Christ’s preeminence, the mystery of the gospel, and how believers are called to live in light of Jesus’ lordship. Along the way, we make a tasty comparison: just as a supreme pizza piles on every topping imaginable, Colossians shows us how God is supreme—complete, unmatched, and holding everything together. Join us for Scripture, insight, and maybe a little hunger by the end of it! So wash it down with an ice cold Dr. Pepper.

In the second installment of Brandon’s series through Jonah we look at chapter 1 verses 4-17. We look at how God is actively in pursuit of Jonah, the Sailors, and Nineveh. We focus on the facts that God’s works are greater than our works and that we are pursued by God in the same way He perished Jonah, regardless of our obedience.

In this episode of our New Testament Survey series, Jonathan and Brandon take a joyful deep dive into the book of Philippians—Paul’s letter from prison that overflows with encouragement. Along the way, they unpack the major themes, discuss where it was written, and even take a (slightly bumpy) side trip into pre-millennial dispensationalism—including a tongue-in-cheek look at why the rapture didn’t happen yesterday. It’s thoughtful, a little nerdy, and just the right amount of humor to keep things lively as we explore what it means to live with Christ-centered joy and hope.

In the finale of our Portraits of Christ series, Pastor Mark delivers a powerful message from John 15:1–5 titled “I Am the Vine.” In this sermon, we explore God as the true vine and our calling to abide in Christ. Using the ABIDE acrostic—Absolute surrender, Believe, Insight, Dedication, and Enthusiasm—Pastor Mark shows us how to remain rooted in Christ and bear lasting fruit for His glory. This episode will challenge you to deepen your connection with Jesus and live out your faith with fresh passion and purpose.

In this episode of our New Testament Survey series, Jonathan and Brandon unwrap Paul’s letter to the Ephesians—its authorship, location, and key themes—while comparing it to a candy bar (rich layers, satisfying sweetness, and plenty to chew on). The conversation doesn’t stop there: we also have a small detour into a lighthearted discussion about favorite candy bars. Serious Scripture meets sweet snacks in an episode that’s equal parts theological insight and fun.