First Baptist Church of Oxford

"Pursuing Christ is how Christians make the most of life in a fallen world."

Guest Speaker: Pastor Richard Alderman

Today we learn why faith without works is dead with guest speaker Doug Largent.

Our quick tempers can get us into trouble, so how should God's people respond when we are tempted to lash out at others? Join us as we see some keys to controlling our quick tempers in Joshua 22.

Sometimes, we doubt God's promises in the present because we forget all the promises He fulfilled in the past. We pray you will be encouraged as we see how God kept His promises to Israel in Joshua 21!

We have all faced the desire to get even with those who wrong us, but is this how God's people are to react? Join us as we see what cities of refuge teach us about God's justice and human vengeance.

Fatherhood is a blessing, and fathers who point their children to God are a great blessing to their families!

Are we putting off the plans and purposes God has for our lives? Join us as we look at the consequences of spiritual procrastination and the blessings of obedience!

God's people have been called to lives of obedience and victory over sin. By examining the battles we fail, we will be better prepared to rely on God and live in victory!

Caleb's story of faith shows how God's people should approach life's difficulties so that we would not be overwhelmed by our circumstances.

All of God's commands to His people are for our good, and obedience to Him leads to experiencing His great blessings.

It's easy to forget about all the things God has done in our lives, but why would forgetting these things be dangerous for His people? Join us as we study Joshua 12:1-8 to answer this question!

Godly mothers have a great impact on the lives of their children. Join us as we see this through the examples of Eunice and Lois!

Intimacy with God in the middle of depression and despair.

Joshua 11:1-20

Many people today are looking for salvation in all of the wrong places. The good news is that the Bible makes it clear how we can be forgiven of sin, saved from Hell, and receive eternal life!

On Palm Sunday we find a great reminder that God will always be true to His word, and this truth should change all of our lives!

God's power makes victory possible in all of our spiritual battles. Joshua 10 is a reminder of how powerful our God is in the battles we face.

Life is full of decisions, and God's wisdom is available to us. When we fail to seek His guidance we will often face frustrating results, just as Israel did in Joshua 9.

Living a life of obedience to God means that we do not pick which commands we will and will not follow.

We are often tempted to believe that our secret sins will not affect anyone, but Achan's story reveals the truth that our sins do hurt others!

What should the Church look like today? A great example is found in Acts 11!

Many people feel too far from God to be rescued, too sinful to be forgiven, too lost to be found. Rahab's story reveals important truths for those who feel that way!

Join us as we learn about God’s way to clarity of mind as written by the Apostle Peter.

The spiritual battles of life can leave us discouraged, confused, and feeling defeated. How should we face these battles as Christians?

Christians are called to live for Jesus, even when that means living unlike everyone else.

Joshua and the Israelites needed to learn the importance of remembering God's goodness and faithfulness to them. The same lesson is important for followers of Jesus Christ today.

God calls His people to step out in faith and follow Him. But how do we respond when God is calling us to walk a lonely road without others beside us?

Everyone is afraid at times, but followers of Jesus Christ should not allow fear to dictate how they live their lives.

Life is filled with trials and temptations, but we do not need to be discouraged. Like Joshua, we can find strength and courage in our great God.

The book of Joshua has led many people to accuse God of being evil and unjust, but does this accusation hold up against the evidence in Scripture? Join us as we prepare to study the book of Joshua!

Christmas is a time to celebrate the virgin birth, when Jesus Christ came from heaven to earth and took on a human body and nature. But why did He do that? Why was it important that He was born of a virgin? Join us as we see why the virgin birth matters!

Christmas is a time to celebrate the virgin birth, when Jesus Christ came from heaven to earth and took on a human body and nature. But why did He do that? Why was it important that He was born of a virgin? Join us as we see why the virgin birth matters!

Many Christians deal with doubts and questions about prayer, but in Luke 18 we’ll see that Jesus wanted His followers to know that prayer matters.

The Bible is clear that salvation comes by faith alone, so why does baptism matter? Thankfully, the Bible makes the answer to this question clear as well. Join us as we look at why baptism matters in the Christian life!

Hell is a serious reality, but so is God’s offer of salvation from it. When Christians understand the biblical truth about hell, we’ll be better prepared to share the good news of the forgiveness and pardon available through faith in Jesus.

The reality of heaven reveals much about what we were created for, and much about our Creator. Scripture makes it clear—heaven matters. Join us as we look at three reasons why it does.

"As believers in Christ, we are called to focus on heavenly things, to understand how to live on earth. This is done by focusing on our new identity in Christ."

Christians need to know their enemy, their equipment, and the support available to them in their spiritual battles. Join us as Lee Miller, US Army veteran and FBCO deacon, preaches on the armor of God.

Knowing why giving matters helps us bring God glory in our lives and in His church.

Church is more than just listening to songs and a sermon on Sunday. Thankfully, the Bible tells us why it matters that Christians faithfully gather together!

The Lord's Supper is important in the Christian life, and 1 Corinthians 11 reveals some of the reasons why it matters.

Sometimes in our sin and failures we feel that things are hopeless and that the Lord does not love us anymore. Peter's story reminds us the truth of God's grace and forgiveness when we stray

Christians do not need to live in fear or hopelessness, because the tomb is empty, and this truth changes everything!

The greatest sacrifice of all time happened when the Son of God willingly died on the cross to pay the penalty for mankind’s sin. John 19 shows us what Jesus did for us, and why His sacrifice continues to change lives.

The world is full of spiritual darkness. But Christians do not need to fear, because our Savior is greater than that darkness.

When Christians face doubts, discouragement, and difficulties they can remember that Jesus prayed for them. In His prayer, there is much to challenge and encourage Christians today!

This life is full of troubles, but there are many reasons Christians can be of good cheer even in suffering.

Living for Jesus means facing opposition from the world. As Christians, we should prepare our hearts for persecution by trusting the Holy Spirit and fixing our eyes on Jesus.

It’s easy to say that we love Jesus, but what does that love look like? Jesus makes the answer clear for His followers in John 14.