First Baptist Church of Cape Girardeau : The Podcast

In this sermon, Tyler explores what it means to be a leader of God's people, and how--despite how much we may pretend--it's not always about making the people you lead happy. Fun Fact: this sermon was broadcast via Facebook Live on First Baptist Church's official Facebook page.  Go to facebook.com/FirstBaptistChurchCapeGirardeauMissouri for more information.

As we explore this famous story of Jesus's rare canonical moments as a young man, Tyler Tankersley fleshes out the true implications Jesus's actions had, and wrestles with what it really means to follow Christ--despite our preconceived notions.

For our Christmas Eve evening service, we heard a reflection from an ancient shepherd named Akiva. He tells about how he was watching his flock one night when he had the strangest encounter…an encounter that we are invited into still.

The story of how Joseph and Mary found themselves in Bethlehem is a story filled with politics and heartbreak. Yet, it’s also a story of how God can move and work even through the likes of Caesar. Maybe, if we are willing to pay attention, God wants to move and work through us in the here and now.

The season of Advent is about waiting.  In this sermon, Tyler explores the tension that comes with God using us after our period of waiting is finally over.  As we reflect on God's love for us and our love for those close to us, we contemplate what it really means to dedicate ourselves to God's will.

In this second sermon of our Advent sermon series, Tyler explores the story of Gabriel visiting Mary.  What does the Immaculate Conception mean to our faith?  How can we fulfill Christ's much needed vision for peace in our world today?

In this first sermon of our Advent sermon series, Tyler explores the story of Gabriel's visiting the priest Zechariah. How would we accept Good News? Are we willing to pay attention to Good News in our midst today?

This week, CBF Heartland Coordinator and Black Blood Club co-founder Jeff Langford visits to discuss what renewal could look like in the church today; and how--against all odds--it could start with you first.

Psalm 23 is probably one of the most popular passages in the whole Bible. In this sermon, Tyler explores its images to see what Psalm 23 is trying to teach us about God. Remember: God is a good shepherd, God is a gracious host, and God is with you in the midst of all the seasons of life.

As we explore this final passages of 1 Thessalonians, Tyler looks at how Paul ends this letter by teaching, loving, and saying farewell.