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A collection of Sermons from First Baptist Church of Augusta

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Live with Living Hope

The sermon emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection, urging believers to live as spiritually reborn individuals despite the challenges and suffering they may face. Drawing from 1 Peter 1, Fallon Farley highlights how Jesus' resurrection offers Christians a living hope and an eternal inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading. The sermon recounts the persecution faced by early Christians, including Peter, who went from denying Jesus to becoming a martyr, inspired by the living hope of Christ's resurrection. It encourages believers to embrace their identity as citizens of heaven, living counterculturally and faithfully, even when faced with rejection, slander, or social ostracism. By holding onto the promise of eternal salvation and living out their faith boldly, Christians can demonstrate the genuineness of their belief and inspire others to seek Christ. The message concludes with a call to live with the hope of resurrection at the forefront, affirming that Jesus is worth any suffering or sacrifice.

34 min
APR 7

Easter 4/5

The sermon delivers a powerful message about the transformative hope of Easter and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that the resurrection is not just a one-time miracle but the beginning of a new creation, where life triumphs over death and love conquers hate. Will Dyer highlights the unexpected nature of the resurrection, as Mary Magdalene and the other Mary approached the tomb expecting to find Jesus' body but instead encountered the risen Christ. The message calls believers to embrace the resurrection as a call to action—"come and see, go and tell"—and to live as witnesses to God's power and grace. It reminds listeners that the resurrection means the worst thing is never the last thing, and invites them to reflect on areas in their lives where they need to experience the hope, restoration, and transformation that Easter offers.

31 min
MAR 30

The One Who Makes it Right

The message reflects on the significance of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem during Passover, emphasizing its historical and spiritual context. It highlights the crowd's expectations of Jesus as a political savior who would overthrow Roman oppression, but reveals that Jesus came to wage a greater battle—against sin and death—to restore peace, wholeness, and God's intended shalom. Will Dyer urges listeners not to limit the meaning of the cross to mere forgiveness of sins but to recognize its transformative power to renew lives and reconcile all things to God. As Holy Week begins, the message invites reflection on where individuals need peace and wholeness in their lives, encouraging them to embrace the revolutionary love and grace of Christ that brings ultimate restoration and transformation.

29 min
MAR 23

Sin and Repentance

The message emphasizes the reality of human sin and brokenness but highlights that sin is not ultimate or defining for those who follow Jesus Christ. Drawing from Psalm 32 and 2 Corinthians 7:10, Will Dyer explains that while guilt is a natural response to sin, it should lead to repentance and ultimately to God's grace, which is greater than all sin. Using examples like David and Peter, the message illustrates how acknowledging sin and seeking forgiveness from God can transform lives, as God's love and mercy are boundless. The central message is that while sin is real, it is not the final word—grace is. Through Jesus Christ, believers are forgiven, made whole, and invited to live in the freedom of God's love.

35 min
MAR 16

The Ripple Effect

The message emphasizes the need to expand our understanding of sin and faith beyond individual actions to include collective responsibility and societal impact. Drawing from Amos 5:21-24, Will Dyer highlights how the prophet rebuked the people of Israel for their hypocrisy, as their worship contradicted their unjust treatment of the poor and marginalized. The message challenges listeners to recognize that faith is personal but not private, urging them to align their worship with actions that promote justice, righteousness, and shalom—universal flourishing and peace. It calls on the church to be a transformative force, addressing systemic brokenness and embodying God's love and justice in the world, where worship and justice meet to reflect God's kingdom.

28 min
MAR 9

Sin has a Pattern

The message emphasizes the human struggle between good and evil impulses, as illustrated in biblical passages from James and Romans. It highlights the universal tendency to know what is right but often choose wrong, leading to sin and spiritual death. Drawing on the concept of "yetzer hatov" (good impulse) and "yetzer hara" (evil impulse) from Jewish tradition, Will Dyer reflects on how sin distorts good intentions and actions, likening it to weeds growing among wheat. The message calls for self-reflection during the season of Lent, urging individuals to identify the "weeds" in their lives and seek transformation through the grace and redemption found in Jesus Christ, who offers salvation and the power to overcome sin.

29 min
MAR 3

The Vandalism of Sin

The message emphasizes the concept of sin as a form of vandalism against God's perfect creation and intent for humanity, which is to live in peace, wholeness, and flourishing (shalom). Drawing from the biblical stories of Genesis and Romans, Will Dyer highlights the human condition of brokenness and original sin, which stems from doubting God's goodness and failing to live up to His design for us. Despite this, the message offers hope through the gospel of Jesus Christ, which brings restoration, redemption, and renewal. By acknowledging our own brokenness and turning to Jesus, we can be transformed into the people God intended us to be, His masterpiece, and share His love and grace with the world. The call to action is to reflect on where we have "vandalized God's glory" in our lives and seek restoration through Christ.

29 min
FEB 23

Shalom

Will Dyer introduces a six-week series leading up to Easter, focusing on the season of Lent, a time for self-reflection and spiritual preparation. He explains Lent as a 40-day period (excluding Sundays) for examining one's heart, recognizing areas where one falls short of God's intentions, and seeking restoration through repentance. The central theme of the series is understanding sin, not merely as breaking rules, but as "missing the mark" or disrupting God's intended peace, or "shalom," which represents universal flourishing, wholeness, and delight—the way things ought to be. Will Dyer emphasizes that sin is a form of vandalism against God's peace and invites the audience to reflect on areas in their lives where they need God's peace and restoration.

30 min

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A collection of Sermons from First Baptist Church of Augusta

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FBC Augusta
Years Active

2020 - 2026
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302
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