First Baptist Church Big Spring Podcast

In this powerful message from our Yes Lord series, Pastor Mark takes us to Song of Solomon 5:1–16, where we explore a deeply intimate picture of longing, pursuit, and love. Just as the bride in the Song searches for her beloved, we are reminded that life apart from God leaves us empty. Saying "Yes, Lord" means recognizing that living with God isn’t just a preference—it’s a necessity. When we understand His beauty, faithfulness, and presence, we come to see that we simply can’t live without Him.

In this message from our "Yes Lord" series, Pastor Mark preaches from Joshua 3:1-17, showing how the people of Israel had to put their feet in the Jordan before the waters would part. Faith isn’t just believing in God’s promises—it’s stepping forward in obedience even when the path looks uncertain. Drawing from James 2, we’re reminded that faith without works is dead. True faith says “Yes, Lord,” and then moves forward—trusting God to make a way.

In this week’s message from our Yes Lord series, Pastor Mark Lindsey turns us to Genesis 24 and the remarkable story of Rebekah. Mark unpacks how Rebekah said “yes” to God’s plan—without knowing all the details of what her future would hold. Her faith-filled obedience challenges us to trust God’s leading, even when the path ahead is unclear. When we say "Yes, Lord," we surrender control and step into the story He’s writing for us.

Brandon is joined on this episode by Tony Baccari from First Priority of the Permian Basin. First Priority helps organized student led clubs on school campuses including at Big Spring High School. Brandon and Tony talk about First Priority and the impact that it has on students and local churches.

In this powerful message from our "Yes Lord" series, we look at Genesis 6:1-9 and the story of Noah—a man who said yes to God when it made no sense and when no one else understood. Pastor Mark challenges us to trust God's call even when it defies culture, comfort, or common sense, reminding us that obedience to God often requires walking by faith, not by sight.

In this week's sermon from Pastor Mark's "Yes Lord "series, we explore Judges 6:1-11 and the story of Gideon—an unlikely hero who moved from fear to faith. Pastor Mark shows how Gideon's hesitant "yes" became a bold act of obedience, reminding us that God's call often meets us in our weakness but leads us into His strength.

In this episode, we turn our attention to the Gospel of Luke—an orderly and detailed written account of Jesus’ life and ministry. We’ll explore Luke’s deep concern for historical accuracy and theological clarity. Join us as we discuss authorship, the book’s connection to Acts, and the Gospel’s significance in both its original setting and for the church today. Whether you’re new to Luke or have read it many times, this conversation will deepen your appreciation for the most “Christmasy” of the Gospels—and yes, Brandon and Jonathan will probably find something to debate again.

In this episode of our New Testament Survey series, we dive into the fast-paced, action-packed Gospel of Mark. We’ll explore the book’s authorship, its setting, the urgency in Mark’s writing style, date of writing, themes, and the big question: what’s the deal with the different endings? Plus, no episode on Mark would be complete without revisiting Brandon and Jonathan’s never-ending (but always entertaining) debate over the proper date of writing—because nothing says Christian fellowship like a good-natured scholarly throwdown. Spoiler alert, this will continue in the book of Luke episode

Grab your Bible and your popcorn—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

In this powerful episode, Pastor Mark Lindsey dives into Philippians 2:5-8 with a message titled “Yes, Lord.” Exploring the humility and obedience of Christ, Pastor Mark challenges us to adopt the same mindset by saying "yes" to God—no matter the cost. With heartfelt conviction and practical insight, he reminds us that obedience starts with a surrendered heart and is expressed in our everyday lives. He even walks us through how to say “yes” to God in multiple languages—including American Sign Language—highlighting the global call to follow Jesus. This message will inspire you to respond to God’s voice with faith, humility, and bold obedience.

In this episode of our New Testament Survey series, we dive into the Gospel of Matthew. We will talk authorship, date of writing, primary reader audience etc. Also, was it written before the book or Mark or after? Brandon and Jonathan debate the theories! Join us as we discuss key themes such as the Kingdom of Heaven, the Sermon on the Mount, and the Great Commission, and discover why Matthew's Gospel continues to speak powerfully today as it tells the story of Jesus, the Messiah.