First Presbyterian Church Baton Rouge is a church passionately committed to Christ Jesus our Lord and ardently engaged in studying the Scriptures. We love reaching out to our city and world with the love of Jesus. You'll see a church ready to welcome new faces. You'll see a church with a vision to go Deeper into Christ and Further into the World.
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Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church of Dunn podcast! Here, you can listen to our weekly sermons that bring the Word of God to life with inspiring messages and thoughtful Scripture readings. Each episode is designed to help you grow in your faith, find spiritual nourishment, and connect with the teachings of Christ. We invite you to join us in person for our Worship Service every Sunday at 10:30 AM at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, located at 901 N Park Avenue, Dunn, North Carolina. ...
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The revolution that became the Protestant Church was the discovery that Scripture teaches us to rely on Christ alone. We depend solely on the merits of Christ. I merit nothing. I am joined to Christ by faith, so that his merits become my own, and I am free from having to work for spiritual rewards. Jesus is good enough on my behalf. Now I can joyfu…
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The Church appears as a guttering and flickering flame in the West. But, this is the hour to which you have been called. For such an hour, the Church needs strength, courage, boldness, an unwavering confidence and a steady gaze to conquer. We must not fear to look into the eyes of the beast, clearly proclaiming the truth, genuinely imitating the pa…
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Making It Count - Psalm 90: 12-17 & Mark 10: 17-25
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In this week's sermon from First Presbyterian Church of Dunn, Rev. Cam Thomas explores the profound themes of purpose and stewardship in our lives. Drawing from Psalm 90: 12-17 and Mark 10: 17-25, Rev. Thomas challenges us to reflect on how we use our time and resources. As we navigate the complexities of faith and materialism, we’ll uncover what i…
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Paul expresses several times a joyful loop of giving in Corinthians. God gave his only Son to the world in Jesus Christ. Believers receive that gift of mercy with our whole hearts. We give thanks for such grace. At the very same time that we do, we get sent into ministry. God gives. We give. And then the recipients give thanks back to God for the l…
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The multitude of believers arrive before the throne out of the great tribulation of life in a rebellious and wayward world. This is the communion of the saints. All believers of all times and places gather from every tribe and corner of the earth. With one voice, their differences are universally translated into harmony, adorned in brilliant robes.…
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Has Everyone Been Fed? - Mark 6: 30-44
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Join us for this week’s sermon as Rev. Cam Thomas reflects on the profound themes of abundance and community in honor of World Communion Sunday. Drawing from Mark 6:30-44, Rev. Thomas explores the miraculous feeding of the 5,000, asking the challenging question: “Has everyone been fed?” In this episode, we delve into the significance of sharing not…
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Following Jesus Together - Luke 24: 27-35
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Join us for a special sermon as newly called Pastor and Head of Staff, Rev. Cameron "Cam" Thomas, delivers his first message at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn. In this inaugural sermon, titled "Following Jesus Together," Rev. Thomas explores the importance of unity in our walk with Christ, highlighting the call to journey in faith as a community…
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Many commentators believe the horsemen of Revelation 6 represent God’s removing of his restraints on human depravity. Our natural tendencies get to progress without being checked. We lust and covet. We seek to acquire and possess. We hurt and kill each other to get it or protect it. A balanced peaceful life and economy disappear. The weak get tramp…
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Lesser gods are not worthy. But the Lamb who was slain and yet lives, he is the one who opens the scroll. He is the one who staked his life on a redeeming future. To the degree that we join our hearts and voices to his worship, our faith will flourish. And to the degree that are our faith flourishes, we will live in peace and hope. And to the degre…
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Expect the Unexpected - Acts 8:26-40
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In this weekly sermon, we are honored to share the final sermon of Pastor Bucky Holmes as the interim pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn. Delivered on September 15, 2024, this poignant message, titled “Expect the Unexpected,” offers profound insights and inspiration as Pastor Holmes bids farewell to his role. In this special sermon, Pastor…
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At the top of a rollercoaster, you see the entire park laid out before you. Revelation is the same, laying all of the previous books of the Bible out before us and firing our imagination with a vision that will exhilarate us through all of the shaking and rolling in life that will come.Af Scott Graham
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Once we were nothing. But now we are his possession. We have received his mercy. Our task is to declare this good news. To be living stones. 1 Peter 2: 4-10 Identity Shaping Churches Josh Maddin
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Hymn: Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending
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Please pray through this setting of Psalm 45. My heart does overflow, a goodly theme is mine; My eager tongue with joyful song does praise the King divine. Supremely fair you are, your lips with grace overflow, His richest blessings evermore does God on you bestow. Amid your glorious train kings’ daughters waiting stand, And fairest gems bedeck you…
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Hymn: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
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Hymn: All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name
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Hymn: Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
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Hymn: Christ Jesus Lay in Death's Strong Bands
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Hymn: Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing
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Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.…
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Hymn: Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us
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Christ Jesus Lay in Death's Strong Bands
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Hymn: O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee
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None Other Lamb, None Other Name (Christina Rossetti Poem)
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Please enjoy this poem by Christina Rossetti. None other Lamb, none other name, None other hope in heaven or earth or sea, None other hiding place from guilt or shame, None besides thee! My faith burns low, my hope burns low; Only my heart’s desire cries out in me By the deep thunder of its want and woe, Cries out to thee. Lord, thou art Life, thou…
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O that birth forever blessed, when the Virgin, full of grace, By the Holy Ghost conceiving, bore the Savior of our race, And the babe, the world’s Redeemer, first revealed his sacred face.Af Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson
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Welcome to this week's sermon "Keeping Score" preached by Pastor Bucky Holmes, recorded live on Rally Day, September 8, 2024, at First Presbyterian Church of Dunn. In this compelling sermon, Pastor Bucky delves into Matthew 18:21-35, unpacking the timeless lesson of the parable of the unforgiving servant. As we gather to launch a new season of mini…
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Lukewarm is the problem Christ Jesus found with the church in Laodicea. You know the feeling when you pick up the wrong cup, and you get day old swill? That’s what the Lord was feeling about the church in Laodicea. Bland. Inoffensive and uninspiring. Such independence of course generated not only the good pride of being responsible but the bad prid…
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Earned Rest - Matthew 11:16-19 & 25-30
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In this week’s sermon titled "Earned Rest," Pastor Bucky Holmes delves into the profound invitation Jesus extends to all who are weary and burdened, as found in Matthew 11:16-19 & 25-30. With thoughtful reflection, Pastor Holmes explores how Jesus' call to "come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" speaks directly to…
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First love doesn’t have to be cartwheels and euphoria. But recovering first love means keeping a line open and clear between where it all started and where you are now. It means scribbling a little star at the bottom of a page or on a bulletin, or even finding a star emoji so you can tell your Lord Jesus, “I really like you. I have for so long. I s…
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