First Baptist Church of El Dorado - Sermons

FBC El Dorado

Tune in each week as Pastor Taylor Geurin leads us into a study of God's Word.

  1. Practicing the Presence of God: The Freedom Of Forgiveness From Psalm 32

    JAN 18

    Practicing the Presence of God: The Freedom Of Forgiveness From Psalm 32

    Ever felt the slow drain of hidden guilt, like summer heat drying your strength to dust? Psalm 32 points to a different way of living—blessed, light, and unburdened—through the freedom of forgiveness. We walk through David’s language with care, unpacking transgression as rebellion, sin as missing the mark, and iniquity as moral distortion. Then we hold up the heart of the psalm: the blessed life belongs to the person who knows the debt is truly paid, not ignored or minimized, but covered by God’s mercy. We talk candidly about the “mercy of misery,” those seasons when God’s hand feels heavy and our bones ache under the weight of secrecy. That conviction isn’t punishment for punishment’s sake; it’s the rescue alarm that pulls us out of denial and into honesty. Confession isn’t performance or self-defense—it’s agreeing with God about reality. And when we do, Scripture is clear: forgiveness is immediate, cleansing is certain, and we move from hiding our sin from God to hiding ourselves in God, our true refuge. Along the way, we root this hope in Jesus’ own priorities—like telling a paralyzed man, “Your sins are forgiven,” before healing his legs—and we share stories of transformed lives that testify to grace’s power: from Peter to Paul, from Zacchaeus to John Newton. If you’ve carried unconfessed sin or still wear shame over sins Christ has already covered, this conversation is for you. Come lay down the weight, embrace the finished work, and reenter community with shouts of deliverance. If this message lifts your heart, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review to help others find their way to freedom.

    38 min
  2. Practicing the Presence of God:  Contentment Starts Where The Shepherd Leads | Psalm 23

    JAN 11

    Practicing the Presence of God: Contentment Starts Where The Shepherd Leads | Psalm 23

    What if the most powerful Being in the universe chose to be your shepherd—up close, hands-on, and fiercely protective? We walk line by line through Psalm 23 to show how Yahweh’s care is not abstract theology but daily bread: green pastures when you’re depleted, still waters when your heart runs hot, and restored soul when your orientation slips. “I shall not want” becomes a bold claim of contentment, not because life is tidy, but because the Shepherd is near and attentive. We trace the faithful paths God lays before us—the real-life tracks of righteousness that are often anything but symmetrical. And we face the valley of the shadow of death without flinching. The text shifts from “He” to “You,” and we linger on that relational turn: in the dark, the presence of God becomes personal, not theoretical. With the Shepherd’s rod and staff, protection is both defense and rescue. Then comes the surprise: a table in the presence of enemies. Instead of waiting for the danger to disappear, the Shepherd hosts a feast right in the valley, anointing our heads and filling our cups to overflowing while wolves still watch. We end with pursuit—goodness and mercy chasing us all our days—and with a promise that stretches beyond the grave. The anchor of it all is Jesus, the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep and the Lamb who was slain so we could dwell in God’s house forever. If your heart keeps whispering “Jesus and…,” this conversation is a gentle but firm call back to “Jesus is enough.” Join us, reflect on where you’ve seen His care, and share the moment you realized the Shepherd was closer than you thought. If this spoke to you, subscribe, leave a review, and send it to someone walking through a valley today.

    39 min
  3. 12/28/2025

    Built For Belonging

    What if the most life-changing ministry starts with a simple, honest conversation? We take a fresh look at Acts 2 and discover how a church becomes truly life-giving when devotion to teaching, fellowship, shared meals, prayer, and generosity move from a service plan to a shared way of life. Along the way, we talk about why Gen Z and Gen Alpha, flooded by algorithms and “for you” feeds, still lean in when someone shows up with authenticity. A small question on a long bus ride turns into trust, and trust opens the door for invitations that many people are waiting to accept. We unpack the math that reshapes disciple-making: a few hours inside the building, a whole week outside it. That shift reframes mission as something that happens at work, at school, at the dinner table, and on the sidelines. From Paul’s charge to Timothy to the daily rhythm of the early church, multiplication thrives where people open their homes, share their lives, and give freely to meet needs. The result isn’t hype; it’s health—joyful hearts, humble service, and favor with people who notice the difference. To anchor this vision, we draw a surprising parallel to Apollo 11. One small step captured the world, but hundreds of thousands made the mission possible. In the same way, the kingdom advances through many quiet acts of faithfulness: a ride to church, a shared meal, a patient answer, a prayer in a hard moment. We celebrate a year of baptisms, growing engagement across ages, and new outreach partnerships, not as trophies, but as signs that God adds to a people who keep Christ at the center and keep showing up for one another. If this resonates, share the episode with a friend, subscribe for more gospel-centered conversations, and leave a review to help others find the show. Who will you invite this week?

    29 min
  4. For Unto Us: The Child Who Shatters Darkness |  Isaiah 9

    11/30/2025

    For Unto Us: The Child Who Shatters Darkness | Isaiah 9

    The story opens in the thick of fear: Judah is staring down Assyria, a king is hedging his bets, and the air feels heavy with failure. Then Isaiah drops a word that turns the whole room—nevertheless. From that hinge, we trace how a land soaked in gloom hears the unthinkable promise of a Child who will carry the government, right wrongs with justice and righteousness, and bring a peace that doesn’t crack under pressure. We walk through Isaiah 9:1–7 with fresh eyes, connecting the prophecy to its fulfillment in the life of Jesus. Galilee’s shame becomes the stage for glory. Bethlehem anchors the promise in David’s line. The titles are not poetry for greeting cards; they are the concrete credentials of a Savior who is both transcendent and near: Wonderful Counselor for confused minds, Mighty God for real threats, Everlasting Father for restless hearts, Prince of Peace for fractured homes and nations. Along the way, we draw a line to John’s language of light—bold, unquenchable, personal—and we talk about what it means for light to confront darkness in our habits, systems, and hopes. This Advent, we invite you to practice stubborn hope. Name the darkness honestly, then cling to the God who writes himself into the story and breaks the yoke we thought we had to carry. If you need wisdom, he counsels. If you face fear, he fights. If you long for belonging, he fathers. If your world feels divided, he makes peace. The zeal of the Lord will do this is not a wish; it’s a guarantee signed by God. Join us, share this message with someone who needs light, and if it helps you, leave a rating and review so others can find the hope you found today.

    33 min

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Tune in each week as Pastor Taylor Geurin leads us into a study of God's Word.