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These are sermons preached at First Baptist Church Wimberley, Texas
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Wimberley Info was created to provide an up to date resource for tourists and members of the community! On the podcast you can expect interviews with everyone from city officials and business owners to authors and writers and everything in between. You will also get to hear our reviews of some of the local spots and sometimes the opinions of the poor sap that was just trying to eat while we were recording. Sometimes we will even talk to the employees so you can get all the angles! On our web ...
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The book of Jude might be one of the most neglected books of the New Testament, but in this message Pastor Mike Gibbons covers the purpose, author, audience, and prayer of Jude.Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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New Beginnings are exciting , and they can be scary for some of us ! What lies ahead after a new beginning? What will your life be like ? We will look at new beginnings, and hopefully discover how you can feel confident in your new beginning, knowing all things are working together to assure your success . You may have had many new beginnings in yo…
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In the New Testament, Jesus changed the understanding of Divine Law when he said, “Blessed are you if you do, “ which was a stark juxtaposition of “You’ll be punished if you don’t.” Adopting an attitude of appreciation and gratitude in all things this life has to offer will enrich us spiritually, emotionally and physically.…
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At the core of our Unity teachings lies the Truth that each of us has agency on the path of healing and transformation. Affirmative prayer and meditation are powerful practices that help us discard the unreal and discover the sacred. What happens when we have affirmed, and spoken, and done ALL the right things, and our perfect outcome still hasn't …
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We welcome a solar eclipse on Monday but we know there are two types of eclipses: solar (sun) and lunar (moon). An eclipse is an obscuring of the light from one celestial body by the passage of another between it and the observer or between it and its source of illumination. Spiritually, metaphysically and scientifically there is an absence of ligh…
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Jesus’s death and resurrection is the ultimate example of Divine Consciousness. When we tap into the Christ and awaken to spiritual truth, we too are able to rise above limiting beliefs, habits and actions and transcend what binds us.Por Unity of Wimberley
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We can cultivate a practice that turns on the endless source-energy of our divine humanity. Let’s use the acronym of S.A.F.E.T.Y. . to explore how we can use our senses, our awareness, our faith, our emotions, and our presence to remind us of our true nature as spiritual beings.Por Unity of Wimberley
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"The spiritual path in Unity is always expanding. Have you had a mystical experience; many of us have. What exactly is a mystical experience and what do you make of them? How do you understand what the significance of the experience is? In this lesson, we will delve into the common characteristics and significance of the mystical experience. What i…
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This section of Ephesians, among other things, is a review of marriage roles of the husband and spouse. And above all we see how important the role of the Holy Spirit is in our marriage relationships.Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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Ephesians | Walk in the Wisdom of the Spirit | Ephesians 5.15-21 | April 14, 2024 | Aaron T. Colyer
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Ephesians 5:15-21 teaches us three things. We are to: 1. Stay awake (v. 15) 2. Walk in wisdom (vs. 15-18), and 3. Be filled with the Spirit (vs. 18-21).Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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There are four things we must consider as we walk in the light, according to Ephesians 5.3-14. They are: 1. Be satisfied in God, not the thing of the world (vs. 3-5) 2. Watch out for deceivers (vs. 6-7) 3. Bear fruit and please God (vs. 8-10), and 4. Expose the darkness (vs. 11-13).Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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Mark 16:6 says "'...Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen; He is not here...'" In this Easter message Pastor Aaron brings out the following three points: 1) The resurrection gives vindication and victory 2) The resurrection shows faithfulness and fidelity 3) The resurrection reveals the power of redemption…
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In this Palm Sunday message, Pastor Aaron takes a text in Mark 15 and speaks to the shame of the cross, the suffering of the cross, and the salvation of the cross. Jesus "gave His life as a ransom for many," as it says in Mark 10. And from Romans 5 we know that "God demonstrated His love toward us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died f…
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Ephesians 5.1 encourages us to be "imitators of God, as beloved children." One way to do this is spoken about in the previous chapter (4.31), where it speaks of putting away the characteristics of the old life. The following verse (4.32) instructs us to walk in the new life by saying to "be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another,…
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In another letter to the church in Galatia, Paul instructs us to "walk in the spirit." But the subject of this sermon on Ephesians is grieving the Holy Spirit, which is the result of walking in sin. We must guard against this in our walk with Christ. And to help us gain a fuller understanding of how the Holy Spirit works in the individual lives of …
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If you’ve ever prayed in desperation, chances are you have learned that times of deep trouble might be our greatest opportunities to discover our deepest spiritual capacities! How to trust during distressing circumstances? How to thrive when weakened by disillusionment? This and more about the pivotal power of prayer!…
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Each person’s thumbprint is unique. The same is true for each person’s soul print. We are here to experience life in a unique and wonderful way.Por Unity of Wimberley
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The Universal law in every ending is a new beginning. Cultivating a relationship with this reality will open new pathways to divine healing and endless possibilitiesPor Unity of Wimberley
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In this message from our recent Family Life Weekend Brad Flurry gives us compelling reasons why we need to be aware of the dangers of a hurried life. They are: 1) Hurry redirects our worship 2) Hurry reinforces our worry, and 3) Hurry results in wreckage Only in Jesus will we find rest for our souls. He gives what no one else can give -- rest from …
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Ephesians | Truth, Heart, Hands, and Words | Ephesians 4:25-30 | February 25, 2024 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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We are called to reflect the glory of God. In order to do so, we see a fourfold checklist in Ephesians 4:25-30. 1) Consider your tongue (v. 25) 2) Consider your heart (vs. 26-27) 3) Consider your hands (v. 28), and 4) Consider your words (v. 29) If there is any concern with these areas of your life now is the time to repent and surrender your will …
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In our walk with Christ we're called to daily "put off" the old life and "put on" the new. In Ephesians 4:17-24 there is a three-fold description of our old life compared to a three-fold command for our new life in Christ. Pastor Aaron brings these points to life in "Old vs. New" during our continuing series on Ephesians.…
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Ephesians | Grace, Gifts, and the Goal | Ephesians 4:7-16 | February 11, 2024 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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In Ephesians 4:6-10 we see the immeasurable grace given to us through Christ. Following that is a presentation of spiritual gifts bestowed on God's people. And in verse 16 we see how dependent the church is on its individual members exercising their gifts so that the body grows and builds itself up in love.…
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Continuing in our series on Ephesians, Pastor Aaron speaks to the subject of unity in the church. Using Ephesians 4:1-6, his main points are to 1.) Walk worthy because of your new identity (vs. 1-3), and 2.) Walk worthy because we are ONE in unity (vs. 4-6). Take a moment to praise God for our new identity in Christ, and for the unity and the bond …
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In this final message in our Membership Matters series Pastor Aaron focuses on three commands and a warning from Hebrews 10:19-25 - 1. Stir one another up, 2. Do not neglect to meet, 3) Encourage one another, and 4) Be ready for His return. He also talks about the true meaning of fellowship, calling it our God-ordained protection. We hope this seri…
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Membership Matters | Correction and Restoration | January 21, 2024 | Matthew 18.15-20 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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In this message in our Membership Matters series Pastor Aaron talks about the difficult subject of church discipline where he goes over four points: 1) Consider the NECESSITY (When is church discipline needed?) 2) Consider the MOTIVE (Why do we practice church discipline?) 3) Consider the GOAL (What do we accomplish with church discipline?) 4) Cons…
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In our 2nd message of the series Membership Matters Pastor Aaron answers the questions 1. Why did Jesus start the church? 2. What does He want us to accomplish? 3. How is He expecting us to continue the ministry that He started AND that He intends to finish? But first we need to consider the main points of the message, which are 1. Know your Identi…
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It's the beginning of a new series at FBC Wimberley called Membership Matters. Committing to a local church is God's idea. And in this first message of the series Pastor Aaron talks about why it's important to be a part of the family, and that church membership 1) matters to God, 2) matters to your pastors, and 3) should matter to you.…
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The parable of the hidden treasure which teaches us that everything this world deems worthwhile is worthless compared to the surpassing value of knowing Christ and being part of His kingdom is the theme of this last message of 2023.Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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In this message, Pastor Aaron discusses six themes found in the Christmas story as recorded in Luke chapter 2. They are: 1. Fulfilled Promises (vs. 4, 11) 2. Humble Beginnings (v. 7) 3. Gospel for all People (vs. 10, 11) 4. Peace of Christ (v. 14) 5. Glory of God (vs. 9, 13-14) 6. Praise of God (vs. 18-20) Which of these themes is the greatest enco…
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Our subject is JOY. We will see the joy of Mary's song, but also acknowledge that Jesus is the One who brings ultimate joy to all of us! Mary exhibited ultimate joy (v. 47), experienced undeserved mercy (vs. 48-50), enjoyed victorious freedom (vs. 51-54), and received eternal blessing (v. 55). All of these things led Mary to worship her Savior. And…
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Advent | Jesus: The Love of Christmas | Matthew 1:18-25 | December 10, 2023 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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Jesus is the LOVE of Christmas. Pastor Aaron, teaching from Matthew 1, walks us through how to respond to this great truth. 1. RECEIVE Christ, who came to save us from our sins (v. 21), 2. TRUST Christ, who proves that God keeps all His promises (v. 22), and 3. SHARE Christ, who is Immanuel, God with us, forever (v. 23).…
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Welcome to Advent Season 2023! Pastor Aaron's first message in our Christmas series has to do with hope. Three themes emerge from Luke 1:26-38. 1. Mary "found favor" or received GRACE (v. 30) 2. Mary receiving God's grace led to her HOPE (v. 33) 3. Mary's hope led to her OBEDIENCE (v. 38)Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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Psalm 67 is a prayer that the mission of God would be fulfilled. Four aspects of that prayer are that God desires 1) To be KNOWN among the nations, 2) PRAISED among the nations, 3) REJOICED IN by the nations, and 4) FEARED among the nations. Pastor Aaron discusses these four aspects and then challenges us by asking what we as individuals and famili…
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The Mission of Jesus Continues Through His Followers | Acts 1:1-11 | November 19, 2023 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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In Acts chapter 1 we see five ways the mission of Jesus continues after his ascension. The mission continues 1) because of the PROOF of the resurrection, 2) through the POWER of the Holy Spirit, 3) with the PURPOSE of the kingdom, 4) by and for the PEOPLE of the kingdom, and 5) until the PROMISE is fulfilled. Are you allowing the mission of Jesus t…
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There are a lot of things we don't remember from week to week, such as to rotate our tires or to change out our air conditioner filters. But we really should remember the important things in our life of discipleship, such as the Great Commission from Matthew 28:19-20. Remember the fact that God SAVED you to SEND you. And when we go and make discipl…
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Here's a message about the extravagance and splendor of God's love as expressed in Romans chapter 5, particularly in verse 8 where it says that "God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Pastor Sean shows how the present tense of one particular verb of this verse is crucial to understanding its …
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Join Pastor Aaron as he teaches us to see the posture of worship, consider Paul's 4-part prayer, and remember the power of God. The four parts to Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 are 1) That they would be strengthened with God’s power, 2) That Christ may dwell in their hearts, 3) That they would know the bigness of Christ’s love, and 4) That they…
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In Ephesians 3:1-13 we see a mystery revealed, a ministry displayed, and a mission obeyed. At the end, Pastor Aaron asks "what is one specific way you can take a small step of obedience to make the mission of Jesus front and center in your life this week?"Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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In this message Pastor Aaron talks about the progression believers make from their old life to their new life. He compares the progression to how a country song works when it tells a good story. VERSE 1 of the "song" is about our old life, while VERSE 2 speaks to the how Christ rescues us. And finally, VERSE 3 of the "country song" celebrates our n…
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What is work where you can immediately see the fruit of your labor? One example is mowing your lawn. But salvation is NOT like this. It's not based on OUR labor. Rather, salvation is ALL the work of Christ! In thinking about our salvation, we must 1) REFUSE to believe that you had anything to do with your salvation, 2) REMEMBER your new identity is…
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In this message Pastor Aaron asks us to 1) Consider what it means to be DEAD, 2) Consider what it means to be DELIVERED, and 3) to not forget the DANGERS of your old life. This section of Ephesians is so rich it requires a two-part message! But in Part 1 you'll understand more fully what mercy, love, and grace, means to us as Christians. Tune in ne…
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In this message Mike Gibbons shares that the key to stillness in the storm is to trust in God. He draws three practical conclusions from Psalm 62: Trust in God alone (vs. 1-6), trust in God always (vs. 7-8), and trust in God, not man (vs. 9-12). So if you've ever faced difficulties in this life be encouraged that God is with you and is worthy of ou…
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Pastor Aaron asks the question "What can we learn from Paul's prayer for the Ephesian church," and gives compelling answers: 1) Know you are in the faith, 2) Grow in spiritual understanding, and 3) Rest in the victory of Jesus. There's so much more in this message and in all the messages of this series in Ephesians. We hope you will have a chance t…
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If we're committed to Jesus sometimes it's necessary to take a stand. In fact we need to be ready to do so at anytime. Tom Gripka begins by reading a familiar passage from Joshua and then recounts stories of four Bible characters who took a stand by simply doing what God asked them to do, no matter what: Moses, David, Esther, and Daniel.…
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God (Father, Son, and Spirit) has always called a PEOPLE for his possession through his PLAN of salvation for the PURPOSE of his praise.Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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In this introduction to the book of Ephesians Pastor Aaron our identity in Christ, teaching that 1) We are Saints, 2) We are Believers who are faithful, 3) We have promises of grace and peace in Christ, and 4) We have every spiritual blessing in the heavens. It's going to be a great series. We hope you can join us for every message!…
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Christ-Centered Homes | Rhythms and Warnings, Pt. 2 | Deuteronomy 6.1-9 | August 20, 2023 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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A practical message on applying the spiritual principles of Deuteronomy 6:1-9. Listen to this message as Pastor Aaron teaches us to 1) Review the plan, 2) Practice the process, 3) Find the rhythm, and 4) Take the warning seriously. Along the way he gives us practical advice on instilling spiritual values into the lives of our children and grandchil…
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Christ-Centered Homes | God’s Plan for Your Home, Pt. 1 | Deuteronomy 6:1-9 | August 13, 2023 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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Ask yourself these questions: Does your vision for your home match God’s vision? Are you leaving a legacy of faith from one generation to the next? And how are you accomplishing God’s mission to and through your family? Keep these questions in mind as you hear this message in our Christ-Centered Homes series.…
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Christ-Centered Homes | Building a Legacy of Faith | Psalm 78:1-8 | August 6, 2023 | Dr. Aaron Colyer
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In Christ-centered homes, parents do three things: Listen, Speak and Teach. And there are three motivations for teaching the next generation: 1) To set their hope in God 2) To help them not forget the works of God and to keep His commands, and 3) To help them know not to be stubborn and rebellious like the Israelites of the previous generation spok…
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There are five verbs that communicate what the Law is all about in Deuteronomy. Listen to this message as Pastor Aaron talks about these verbs and emphasizes just why the Lord chose, loved and redeemed His people.Por First Baptist Church Wimberley
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