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A Good Cup of Coffee

A Good Cup of Coffee

Auteur(s): First Baptist Bonifay
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We talk about life’s two most important things: Jesus and coffee.

Christianisme Pastorale et évangélisme Spiritualité
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  • The Love of Christ Compels You - 2 Corinthians 5:1-21

    The Love of Christ Compels You - 2 Corinthians 5:1-21
    Nov 12 2025
    Hosts Noah Wagner and Seth Pippin welcome Alex Dickerman, Executive Pastor at First Baptist Bonifay, to discuss 2 Corinthians 5. Together they unpack Paul’s view of suffering and Spirit-empowered ministry, the Holy Spirit’s role as the believer’s guarantee, the call to live by faith, the beauty of being made new in Christ, and the charge to embrace the ministry of reconciliation.Participants • Noah Wagner — Host • Seth Pippin — Host • Alex Dickerman — Guest (Executive Pastor, FBC Bonifay; husband and father)Context: Alex is preparing to teach 2 Corinthians 5 to the church’s college group this week.⸻Context and ThemesPaul’s opponents in Corinth questioned his legitimacy because of his suffering. Paul responds that suffering and the Spirit’s power actually go hand in hand. • Parallel drawn to 2 Timothy — endurance and faithfulness in hardship. • In the American church, lack of persecution can dull urgency; true discipleship should still cost something.⸻2 Corinthians 5:1–10 — Our Heavenly Dwelling • “Earthly tent” vs. “eternal house”: believers long for the eternal and for mortality to be swallowed up by life. • The Holy Spirit is the seal and down payment — our guarantee of what’s to come. • “Sealed, secured, promised.” • The threefold salvation: justified (past), sanctified (present), glorified (future) — echoing Romans 8. • “We walk by faith, not by sight.” Faith produces distinct lives — how we use our time, money, and priorities.Practices for Listening to the Spirit: • Ask daily in prayer: 1. “God, what do You want me to know today?” 2. “What do You want me to do?” • Silence and solitude: intentionally quiet the noise. • Example: Robby Gowdy grew to two hours daily in silence during a hard ministry season. • Prayer room: create space to listen and obey simple Spirit nudges. • From The Pause curriculum: the world shouts; God speaks softly—disciples must be intentional listeners.⸻Pleasing God and the Judgment Seat • “Whether at home or away, we make it our aim to please Him.” • The judgment seat of Christ: rewards for what’s done in faith. • God delights in faith-filled obedience — even imperfect steps. • Move from “God’s probably mad at me” → “I want to please Him.”⸻2 Corinthians 5:14–17 — Love of Christ and New Creation • “For the love of Christ controls us.” Christ’s love compels obedience, not fear. • One died for all; therefore, all died — believers no longer live for themselves. • “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” • Testimonies of transformation: • FARM Ministry (Faith-based Addiction Recovery Ministry) — men once enslaved to addiction now lead in the church. • Example: worship leader once imprisoned now leading worship at SBC. • No one is too far gone. Grace levels the ground — both the visibly broken and the “respectably sinful” need the same mercy.⸻2 Corinthians 5:18–21 — Ministry of Reconciliation • God reconciles us through Christ and entrusts us with the message. • “We are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us.” • Link to Romans 10 — people can’t believe unless they hear. • The church must model and expect evangelism: • Foundations Class: moving year-round, every third week focused on going and serving. • Three Circles tool by Jimmy Scroggins — simple and reproducible gospel sharing. • Encourage immediate witness: after trusting Christ, tell someone right away. • Everyday evangelism: use consistent contexts. • Example: older believer asked full-service gas attendants, “Son, have you made that all-important decision to give your life to Christ?”⸻Motivation and Sustaining Zeal • “Great Exchange” (v. 21): Christ became sin so we could become His righteousness — our deepest motivation. • Keep the fire fresh through daily communion with the Spirit. • Like a favorite restaurant — you share what you love because you keep returning. • If accountability structures are missing, start small groups for shared encouragement.⸻Closing ScriptureGalatians 2:20 — “I have been crucified with Christ… I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”⸻Next Steps • Alex teaches 2 Corinthians 5 to the college group this week. • Church ...
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  • David From Fresh Grounds … On the Pod?

    David From Fresh Grounds … On the Pod?
    Nov 5 2025

    INTRO

    • Welcome listeners back to A Good Cup of Coffee.

    • Mention: recording locally in Bonifay with guest David from Fresh Grounds.

    • Briefly set up the theme: “Today we’re talking missions, coffee, and how community happens one cup at a time.”

    • Mention drinks on air (fun icebreaker): caramel apple butter “Deanna,” dirty vanilla chai, and David’s latte with extra shot.

    • Quick shoutouts to local Bonifay staples (Holiday, M&W, Big John’s/Donut Land).

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    DAVID’S STORY & BACKGROUND

    • Missionary kid roots in Brazil; dual citizenship.

    • Parents’ ministry: evangelism, teaching, youth/music.

    • Time in West Africa—Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal.

    • Boarding school in Senegal where he met Michelle.

    • Sixteen years of ministry overseas (started as dorm parents → youth ministry).

    • Learned discipleship through example and daily life.

    • Why they left: mission shift + father’s dementia → call back home.

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    FRESH GROUNDS ORIGIN STORY

    • Return to Bonifay → working factory job → pastoral visit leads to coffee shop role.

    • No prior café experience, but passion for people and gospel mission.

    • Opened June 2020, sustained by Carmel Church (David on staff, not payroll).

    • Tight margins, community-supported, accessible prices, faith-driven focus.

    • Real impact: pastors meet there, students gather, gospel conversations happen.

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    MISSIONS THROUGH COFFEE

    • Philosophy: “Let the kingdom lead, not your ambitions.”

    • Use your gifts and daily work as worship—whether brewing espresso or teaching.

    • Example: excellence in small details as spiritual discipline.

    • Real-life witness from factory job: living out faith draws curiosity.

    • Encourage listeners: your workbench or classroom can be a mission field.

    • Passages mentioned: Acts 1:8 and Romans 12:4–8.

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    COFFEE HOT TAKES

    • Creamer = good if balanced.

    • Cold brew: overrated or not? (mixed opinions).

    • Simplicity is key—good coffee shouldn’t be complicated.

    • “Perfect cup” depends on setting, not perfection—Nescafé under a tree vs. traffic latte.

    • Fun story: Meredith training David on-the-fly during first long shift.

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    COMMUNITY AND STUDENT MINISTRY CONNECTION

    • Connection with FCA and local schools.

    • Encouragement to students: seek first the kingdom in career, money, and relationships.

    • Challenge: don’t trade eternal rewards for short-term comfort.

    • Example: Paul’s tentmaking—work that sustains mission.

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    WRAP-UP

    • Recap: mission, coffee, and calling.

    • Shoutout to Michelle and Fresh Grounds team.

    • Upcoming: host heading to a Fresh Grounds meeting, David returning for a future episode.

    • Tease shipment of “good coffee” from the host’s dad to settle the “bad coffee” debate.

    • Closing verse idea: “Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” (1 Cor. 10:31).
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  • Paul Brings it to a Close - 2 Timothy 4:9-22

    Paul Brings it to a Close - 2 Timothy 4:9-22
    Oct 29 2025
    Opening: Coffee Chat & Upcoming Guests • Hosts wrap up the 2 Timothy series. • Preview next week’s guest — a believer passionate about coffee and the gospel. • Tease potential follow-up guest for the week after. • Light-hearted talk about family life and fall events in Bonifay, Florida, before diving into the passage.⸻Main Passage Context • Paul writes from harsh imprisonment — cold, isolated, and near the end of his earthly ministry. • He urges Timothy: “Do your best to come quickly.” • Personal notes include: • Demas deserted Paul “because he loved this world.” • Luke remained faithful. • Titus is in Dalmatia; Tychicus sent to Ephesus. • Paul requests Mark, his cloak left with Carpus, and scrolls/parchments (symbolizing both practical and spiritual needs). • Warns about Alexander the metalworker, who strongly opposed the gospel. • Sends greetings to Priscilla and Aquila and the household of Onesiphorus.⸻1. Christ vs. the World: The Warning of Demas • Demas loved the world more than Christ — a cautionary example for believers. • Connect to 1 John 2:17 — “The world and its desires pass away.” • Timothy’s faith contrasts Demas’s failure; true love for Christ keeps believers anchored. • Application: • Crucify the flesh daily. • Love Christ above comfort, possessions, and even good things that compete with obedience. • Family and Ministry Balance: Don’t sacrifice one for the other; integrate both through shared mission (example: hosting neighbors for a church fall festival).⸻ 2. First Love: Returning to Devotion • Jesus’ message to Ephesus (Revelation 2) warns against abandoning our first love. • True ministry flows from loving Christ supremely — not performance or productivity. • Call to repentance and renewed affection for Christ.⸻3. Restoration and Gospel Partnership: The Story of Mark • Once a source of division, Mark becomes “helpful” again to Paul’s ministry. • Paul, Barnabas, and Mark’s story reveals God’s redemptive work in fractured relationships. • The gospel restores trust, multiplies mission, and proves no failure is final.⸻ 4. Needs, Warnings, and Discernment • Paul’s cloak and parchments: tangible proof of his humanity and devotion to study until the end. • Alexander the metalworker: a reminder to practice discernment. • Some opponents require patient correction (2 Tim. 2). • Others must be avoided for spiritual protection (2 Tim. 3). • Balance discernment and grace — justice belongs to the Lord.⸻ 5. Abandonment, Forgiveness, and Christ’s Presence • At Paul’s first defense, “no one came to my support.” • His prayer — “may it not be held against them” — reflects Christlike forgiveness. • Yet, “the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength.” • Even in loneliness, Jesus’ presence sustains the mission and empowers witness.⸻ 6. Ultimate Rescue and Eternal Focus • Paul’s confidence: “The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and bring me safely to His heavenly kingdom.” • This speaks of eternal salvation, not earthly escape. • Echoes Philippians 1:6 — God completes what He begins. • Example: Stephen’s martyrdom (Acts 7) — forgiving persecutors while seeing Jesus in glory. • Faithfulness is costly, but Christ is worth it.⸻ 7. Major Themes Recap: The Heart of 2 Timothy • Persevering Discipleship: entrust truth to faithful people; endure suffering. • The Word and Gospel: guard sound doctrine, preach boldly, and correct gently. • Finishing Well: keep the faith, love Christ above all, and long for His appearing.⸻☕ Closing and Looking Ahead • Reflect on Paul’s legacy and God’s faithfulness. • Next week: interview with a coffee-loving guest who connects faith and craft. • Following week: potential special guest to discuss practical discipleship.
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