Discover the biblical truth and the meaning of 1 Peter 4 in "Faithful In The Fire," part 4 of the Living Hope sermon series on 1 Peter. Senior Minister Chris Gregg explores how God uses fiery trials to deepen faith, drawing from Daniel 3 and 1 Peter 4:1-19. Learn to live for God's will, love in community, rejoice in sufferings, and entrust your soul to the faithful Creator.Join us at FCC Brazil for inspiring messages that bring Scripture to life. The FCC Brazil podcast features sermons, teachings, and discussions to help you grow in your walk with Christ. Subscribe for weekly episodes on biblical topics like perseverance, community, and eternal hope.Sermon Series: Living Hope (1 Peter)Preacher: Senior Minister Chris GreggKey Themes: Faith in trials, God's presence in suffering, Christian livingFollow us on social media: @fccbrazilContact: office@fccbrazil.orgFor more resources, visit our website or check out previous episodes in the series.

Join Senior Minister Chris Gregg in part 3 of the "Living Hope" sermon series on 1 Peter, exploring biblical truth through 1 Peter 2 and 1 Peter 3. Discover the meaning of 1 Peter as we delve into Christ's example in suffering, submission for the Lord's sake, and living as a holy priesthood amid trials. Learn how to follow Christ's pattern, honor authorities, and bless those who persecute you for ultimate victory.

In this powerful message from FCC Brazil, Chris unpacks Peter's encouragement to scattered Christians facing slander and marginalization. From submitting to unjust authorities to reflecting mutual respect in marriage, see how grace disarms hostility and turns suffering into a gospel witness. Drawing on verses like 1 Peter 2:13-17 and 3:18-22, this sermon reminds us that Christ's victory through the cross equips us to endure with hope.

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Join Senior Minister Chris Gregg in part 2 of the "Living Hope" sermon series on 1 Peter, exploring 1 Peter 1 and 1 Peter 2. Dive into biblical truth on the meaning of 1 Peter, holiness, love from the heart, craving spiritual milk, and becoming a holy priesthood set apart for God. Discover how Christ's grace transforms us to live differently in a challenging world.

In this powerful message from FCC Brazil, Chris unpacks Peter's call to prepare our minds, love earnestly, grow in faith, and shine as living stones. Whether facing persecution or daily trials, learn to embrace your identity as God's chosen people and proclaim His light.

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Video Chapters:

00:00 Welcome & Context

02:22 Call to Holiness

08:28 Deep Love

13:23 Spiritual Growth

15:32 Chosen People

20:08 Living Among Outsiders

24:00 Preparing for the King

27:05 Closing Blessing

Join Senior Minister Chris Gregg in the powerful kickoff to our series Living Hope: a Study of 1 Peter at First Christian Church in Brazil, Indiana. In this sermon on 1 Peter 1:1-12, explore how Peter's message to scattered believers offers unshakable living hope grounded in Christ's resurrection, even amid trials and exile.

Discover your identity as God's chosen, sanctified by the Spirit and cleansed by Christ's blood. Learn how new birth leads to an imperishable inheritance, with faith refined like gold through fire. Chris unpacks how prophets and angels longed for this salvation we now live in—turning hopelessness into joy and confidence in a known God.

Whether you're facing personal storms or cultural pressures, this message reminds us: Hope isn't wishful thinking; it's anchored in an empty tomb. As C.S. Lewis said, "We were made for another world." Don't miss this transformative teaching on Christian hope and faith tested by trials.

Key Takeaways:

- Exiles with eternal identity: Chosen, sanctified, secure.

- New birth into living hope through resurrection power.

- Trials refine faith, leading to inexpressible joy.

- Prophets inquired, angels longed—now it's our reality.

- Live as heaven's citizens, anchored in Christ.

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Join Dan Stribling in this powerful Christian sermon on spiritual discernment in a noisy world, drawn from 1 John 4:1-6. In "The Voices Whispering Lies," Dan explores how to test spirits, spot false prophets, and overcome the spirit of the Antichrist amid daily media chaos, social feeds, and misleading voices. Perfect for believers seeking biblical guidance on faith, truth, and error in 2025.

Discover practical tips on filtering voices like TV, radio, YouTube Shorts, and TikTok that influence your beliefs. Dan shares real examples, from Marshall Applewhite's Heaven's Gate cult to modern figures like Abdullah Hashem, emphasizing Christ-centered testing: Does it confess Jesus Christ in the flesh?

Key takeaways: True faith examines before trusting; earnestness isn't truth; overcome through God's greater Spirit. Remember whose you are—belong to God and reject the world's noise.

Timestamps:

00:00:32 - Opening Question: How Many Voices Do You Hear Daily?

00:00:49 - Exploring Voices in Your Morning Routine and Media

00:02:30 - The Overwhelming Noise of Social Media and Advertising

00:03:41 - Voices in the Early Church: A Timely Parallel

00:05:20 - Scripture Reading: 1 John 4:1-6 on Testing Spirits

00:06:29 - Warning: Don't Believe Every Spirit or Voice

00:07:55 - The Test: Spiritual Discernment Like Vetting Gold

00:09:49 - Historical Context: Dokimaja and Greek Influences

00:11:39 - Real-World Example: Marshall Applewhite and Heaven's Gate Cult

00:13:13 - Modern Example: Abdullah Hashem's False Claims

00:15:10 - The Core Test: Confessing Jesus Christ in the Flesh

00:17:20 - Rejecting Gnosticism: No Cherry-Picking the Gospel

00:20:12 - Understanding the Spirit of the Antichrist

00:22:52 - Jesus' Warning: Recognize False Prophets by Their Fruits

00:24:35 - Overcoming Voices: He in You Is Greater

00:28:07 - Belonging to God: Victory in Rejection

00:30:35 - Analogy: Listening to the Coach Amid the Crowd

00:33:50 - Weekly Challenge: Discern Voices in Your Life

00:34:57 - Closing Prayer and Benediction from Jude

If this sermon on spiritual discernment, false prophets, and biblical truth resonates, like, comment your biggest takeaway, and subscribe for more inspiring Christian messages from Dan Stribling. Share with someone navigating faith in a noisy world! #SpiritualDiscernment #FalseProphets #1John4 #ChristianSermon #FaithIn2025

Discover the hidden power of the Kinsman Redeemer (Go'el) in this eye-opening Ruth Bible study. From famine's despair to Jesus' ultimate redemption, join Jon Rhoades as he unpacks how Boaz's bold act in Ruth restores a shattered legacy—and points straight to Christ. Perfect for anyone craving deeper biblical literacy on themes like loyalty, providence, and grace.

In Episode 9 of Biblically Literate, Jon Rhoades, Children and Family Minister at First Christian Church, dives into the Book of Ruth. Explore the irony of Bethlehem ("house of bread") amid starvation, Naomi's bitter return as Mara (Ruth 1:20-21), and Ruth's unbreakable vow echoing Israel's covenant (Ruth 1:16-17). Witness divine "coincidences" as Ruth gleans in Boaz's field, invoking Leviticus 25's redemption laws. The thrilling threshing floor scene (Ruth 3:9) blends levirate marriage (Deuteronomy 25) with protective grace, culminating at the city gate where Boaz redeems land, lineage, and love—foreshadowing Jesus as our brother-Redeemer (Isaiah 44:6; Hebrews 2:11).

This narrative bridges Old Testament shadows to New Testament fulfillment, showing God's faithful restoration for outsiders like us (Ephesians 2:12-13). Trace ironies, connections, and the slow unfold of redemption from Torah to Gospels.

Subscribe for weekly Bible lessons on themes like redemption, covenant, and family ministry. What's your favorite Ruth takeaway? Comment below!

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Ever felt church worship more like a solo performance than a family build-up? In this unfiltered 1 Corinthians 14 sermon, Pastor Chris Gregg dives into Paul's radical blueprint for Spirit-led gatherings—where spiritual gifts like tongues and prophecy aren't for show, but for edifying the body of Christ. Discover why prophecy trumps self-focused expression, how order combats chaos, and if miraculous gifts still operate today. Perfect for anyone craving authentic, others-focused faith.Join FCC Sermons as Chris unpacks the Corinthian mess: a "spiritual gift explosion" fueled by pride and confusion. From pursuing love above all (ch. 13 tie-in) to practical rules for tongues, prophecy, and even those tricky verses on women's silence—Paul's message is clear: God isn't a God of disorder, but peace. Whether you're cessationist or continuationist, learn to wield your time, talents, and service for true church growth.Key takeaways:Gifts edify others, not inflate egos (v.1-5).Intelligibility over mystery—convict hearts, don't confuse outsiders (v.23-25).Worship principle: Contribute to build up, not just consume (v.26).Final call: Desire prophecy, embrace order, and envision a unified, mission-driven church.Watch now and ask: Is your worship expression or edification? Subscribe for weekly FCC Sermons insights on biblical living, spiritual growth, and unfiltered truth. Like & comment: What's one gift you'll use to build up your church family? Share with a friend wrestling with worship woes.

In this eye-opening episode of FCC Talk from First Christian Church, hosts John Rose and CJ Mustin dive deep into four pervasive myths about mental health that many Christians believe – and why they're not supported by Scripture. Drawing from biblical truths like Psalm 34:18 and John 11:35, they address misconceptions such as "God doesn't care about my feelings," "I just need more faith," "Mental illness isn't real," and "Taking medication means lacking trust in God." With personal anecdotes on depression, anxiety, and seeking help, they emphasize compassion, validation, and the role of therapy and meds in a faith-filled life.

Whether you're struggling with emotional distress, supporting a loved one, or curious about a Christian perspective on mental health, this conversation offers hope and practical insights. Learn how the church can better support mental wellness without judgment.

Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction to FCC Talk and Guests2:11 - Myth #1: My Feelings Don't Matter to God7:38 - Myth #2: I Just Need More Faith15:11 - Myth #3: Mental Illness Doesn't Exist24:36 - Myth #4: Taking Medication for Emotional Distress Leads to Judgment31:19 - Personal Stories, Encouragement, and Closing

If this resonates, like, subscribe, and share! Reach out to us at First Christian Church for support. #ChristianMentalHealth #MentalHealthMyths #FaithAndMentalIllness #BiblicalWellness #ChurchAndTherapy