Foster Creek Baptist Church

August 2, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Church Unity"

Scripture: Ps 133

Synopsis: Psalm 133–134 highlights how rare and God-given Christian unity is, portraying it as overflowing anointing oil and quiet night dew that steadily refreshes and sustains the church through ordinary, faithful means like preaching, prayer, forgiveness, and encouragement. It calls the congregation to treasure unity not as an end in itself but as the God-ordained atmosphere where His people gather to worship, experience His commanded blessing, and grow together under Christ’s reconciling grace.

July 26, 2026 • 11:00 am

"The Extent of God's Love"

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Speaker: Pastor Mark Love

Synopsis: 1 John 3:1–3 calls believers to stop and marvel at the Father’s lavish love that makes them God’s children now, even if the world doesn’t understand them, because it didn’t know Christ. It fixes hope on Christ’s return—when we will see Him and be made like Him—and urges that this hope should produce a present life of purity, righteous living, and love for one another.

July 19, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Every Member Vital"

Scripture: Nehemiah 11

Speaker: Pastor Joel Potter

Synopsis: God calls every believer—regardless of personality, background, or perceived “smallness” of their role—to serve as a necessary part of the church body, fitly joined together for the church’s health and mission. The sermon urges listeners to remember how God changed their desires at salvation, identify their gifts, and sacrificially step into active service (not merely “sit and soak”) so the church can be strengthened through unified, honored, shared ministry.

July 12, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Conforming to God Brings Blessing"

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-39

Speaker: Pastor Joel Potter

Synopsis: Nehemiah 10 shows God’s people returning to obedience—submitting to God’s Word as their foundation, separating from worldly compromise (especially in marriage and worship rhythms), and supporting God’s house—trusting that God builds up and blesses repentant, responsive hearts. A listener is called to renewed daily devotion to Scripture, practical holiness, and a faithful church testimony, trusting Christ’s shaping work to bring lasting spiritual stability and blessing.

July 5, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Living in true freedom"

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Speaker: Pastor Joel Potter

Synopsis: In 2 Timothy 1:1–18, Paul’s charge to Timothy becomes a call for believers to live in true spiritual freedom—free from sin’s power—by refusing shame, embracing gospel-shaped sacrifice, and relying on God’s power, love, and self-discipline rather than fear. You’ll be urged to guard and accurately hold fast to Scripture, speak openly about Christ in everyday relationships, and pursue a steady, sanctified life that influences others with courageous, loving faith.

June 28, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart"

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-38

Speaker: Pastor Joel Potter

Synopsis: This sermon calls the church to look back at God’s faithful “signposts” throughout Scripture (especially Nehemiah 9 and Israel’s restoration) and in their own congregation’s story, responding with humble confession, renewed devotion to the Word, and wholehearted praise. It highlights that worship flows from a grateful heart as God’s greatness, goodness, and grace are remembered—producing repentance, deeper trust in God’s providence (even in discipline), and fresh hope for what He will do next.

June 21, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Be careful how you live: Buy up the Opportunities"

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Speaker: Dr. Billy Gotcher

Synopsis: Because God has saved us by grace in Christ, we’re called to walk carefully and intentionally in a dark, distracting culture—living by Scripture rather than convenience, redeeming our time, and seeking to understand and do the Lord’s will. A listener is pressed to reject casual, consumer Christianity and instead yield to the Spirit in practical ways—turning from controlling “intoxicants,” growing through the Word and prayer, serving faithfully, speaking and singing gospel truth, giving thanks in all things, submitting humbly, and sharing Christ boldly.

June 14, 2026 • 11:00 am

"Be Careful How You Live"

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Speaker: Dr. Billy Gotcher

June 7, 2026 • 11:00 am

"The Priority of God's Word for Spiritual Growth"

Scripture: Nehemiah 7 & 8

Speaker: Pastor Joel Potter

Synopsis: God uses trials to deepen trust and joy in Him, and He grows both individuals and the church by making Scripture the central, daily priority—heard, understood, and obeyed. From Nehemiah 7–8 and Psalm 19, you’re called to respond to God’s Word with repentance, reverence, and glad obedience, letting it saturate your life as essential spiritual nourishment that steadies you against fear, sin, and distraction.