These are the weekly sermons from the Sunday morning services of the First Baptist Church in Fayetteville, Tennessee. http://www.fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/church_small.jpg http://www.fbcfayetteville.com/ 144 72 First Baptist Church, Fayetteville, Tennessee http://fbcfayetteville.com en-us Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:12:59 -0600 Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:12:59 -0600 ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett) sherryfbc@vallnet.com (FBC Fayetteville, Tennessee) FBC Fayetteville, Tennesseechristian,baptist,sermon,jesusReligion & Spirituality/Christianityron@fbcfayetteville.comRon HackettRon Hackettnochristian,baptist,sermon,jesusFBC Fayetteville SermonsThese are the weekly sermons from the Sunday morning services of the First Baptist Church in Fayetteville, Tennessee.Sun, 16 Jun 13 12:30:00 -0600When it comes to family, actions speak louder than words - they echo into the next generation, and even the next. Your children and grandchildren may forget what you say, but they'll never forget what you do.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio95.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio95.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhen it comes to family, actions speak louder than words - they echo into the next generation, and even the next. Your children and grandchildren may forget what you say, but they'll never forget what you do.Ron HackettWhen it comes to family, actions speak louder than words - they echo into the next generation, and even the next. Your children and grandchildren may forget what you say, but they'll never forget what you do.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 09 Jun 13 12:30:00 -0600Raising children is one of the biggest challenges in life. It requires all of our strengths and talents, and makes us keenly aware of our weaknesses. While the culture around you offers many suggestions about parenting, God has much to say about navigating the road ahead of you.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio94.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio94.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noRaising children is one of the biggest challenges in life. It requires all of our strengths and talents, and makes us keenly aware of our weaknesses. While the culture around you offers many suggestions about parenting, God has much to say about navigatinRon HackettRaising children is one of the biggest challenges in life. It requires all of our strengths and talents, and makes us keenly aware of our weaknesses. While the culture around you offers many suggestions about parenting, God has much to say about navigating the road ahead of you.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 02 Jun 13 12:30:00 -0600All children - including you and me - long for the approval of their parents...especially their fathers. It's a longing that never goes away. It gets buried or transferred to other relationships, but it's there. And every parent wants to be approved by his or her child. Buried beneath the hurt, distance, or silence is a desire to reconnect and reconcile.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio93.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio93.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noAll children - including you and me - long for the approval of their parents...especially their fathers. It's a longing that never goes away. It gets buried or transferred to other relationships, but it's there. And every parent wants to be approved by hiRon HackettAll children - including you and me - long for the approval of their parents...especially their fathers. It's a longing that never goes away. It gets buried or transferred to other relationships, but it's there. And every parent wants to be approved by his or her child. Buried beneath the hurt, distance, or silence is a desire to reconnect and reconcile.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 26 May 13 12:30:00 -0600When it comes to family, the only thing we all have in common is conflict. Family conflict is like no other because when you win an argument in your family, you don't really win anything. What if there was a way to resolve conflict by dealing with it at its source?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio91.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio91.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhen it comes to family, the only thing we all have in common is conflict. Family conflict is like no other because when you win an argument in your family, you don't really win anything. What if there was a way to resolve conflict by dealing with it at iRon HackettWhen it comes to family, the only thing we all have in common is conflict. Family conflict is like no other because when you win an argument in your family, you don't really win anything. What if there was a way to resolve conflict by dealing with it at its source?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 19 May 13 12:30:00 -0600In his letter to Ephesians, the Apostle Paul provided what is perhaps the most powerful relational teaching of all - an instruction that has the potential to change everything in family. It all comes down to asking one simple question.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio90.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio90.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIn his letter to Ephesians, the Apostle Paul provided what is perhaps the most powerful relational teaching of all - an instruction that has the potential to change everything in family. It all comes down to asking one simple question.Ron HackettIn his letter to Ephesians, the Apostle Paul provided what is perhaps the most powerful relational teaching of all - an instruction that has the potential to change everything in family. It all comes down to asking one simple question.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 12 May 13 12:30:00 -0600We get to pick our friends, but none of us gets to pick our families of origin. As a result, family relationships can be the most challenging in our lives. They can also be the most rewarding. No one's family is perfect, but is it possible to aspire to an ideal, especially when we live in a world that is less than ideal?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio89.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio89.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe get to pick our friends, but none of us gets to pick our families of origin. As a result, family relationships can be the most challenging in our lives. They can also be the most rewarding. No one's family is perfect, but is it possible to aspire to anRon HackettWe get to pick our friends, but none of us gets to pick our families of origin. As a result, family relationships can be the most challenging in our lives. They can also be the most rewarding. No one's family is perfect, but is it possible to aspire to an ideal, especially when we live in a world that is less than ideal?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 05 May 13 12:30:00 -0600http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio88.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio88.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noRon Hackettchristian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 28 Apr 13 12:30:00 -0600Haggai, though a small, seemingly rather insignificant book instead has great insights for us as believers today. Let's begin to look at how they Israelites from 2,500 years ago share much in common with us today.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio87.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio87.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noHaggai, though a small, seemingly rather insignificant book instead has great insights for us as believers today. Let's begin to look at how they Israelites from 2,500 years ago share much in common with us today.Ron HackettHaggai, though a small, seemingly rather insignificant book instead has great insights for us as believers today. Let's begin to look at how they Israelites from 2,500 years ago share much in common with us today.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 21 Apr 13 12:30:00 -0600Skeptics call it myth, mystics call it symbolic, and atheists call it maningless fiction. Yet for two thousand years it has been considered one of the most compelling books ever written. Although challenging and hard to understand, the book of Revelation has one central theme - Jesus Christ.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio86.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio86.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noSkeptics call it myth, mystics call it symbolic, and atheists call it maningless fiction. Yet for two thousand years it has been considered one of the most compelling books ever written. Although challenging and hard to understand, the book of Revelation Ron HackettSkeptics call it myth, mystics call it symbolic, and atheists call it maningless fiction. Yet for two thousand years it has been considered one of the most compelling books ever written. Although challenging and hard to understand, the book of Revelation has one central theme - Jesus Christ.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 14 Apr 13 12:30:00 -0600We don't know as much about the Judgement as we'd like. Unfortunately, the Bible doesn't fill in all the gaps. But one thing is crystal clear - all of us will one day stand before God and give an account of our life.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio85.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio85.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe don't know as much about the Judgement as we'd like. Unfortunately, the Bible doesn't fill in all the gaps. But one thing is crystal clear - all of us will one day stand before God and give an account of our life.Ron HackettWe don't know as much about the Judgement as we'd like. Unfortunately, the Bible doesn't fill in all the gaps. But one thing is crystal clear - all of us will one day stand before God and give an account of our life.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 07 Apr 13 12:30:00 -0600 For the Christian, the return of Christ is not a riddle to be solved or a code to be broken, but rather a day to be anticipated. But for those who have yet to cross the line of faith and become Christ-followers, it is a grave warning - a warning that time is running out.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio84.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio84.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)no For the Christian, the return of Christ is not a riddle to be solved or a code to be broken, but rather a day to be anticipated. But for those who have yet to cross the line of faith and become Christ-followers, it is a grave warning - a warning that timRon Hackett For the Christian, the return of Christ is not a riddle to be solved or a code to be broken, but rather a day to be anticipated. But for those who have yet to cross the line of faith and become Christ-followers, it is a grave warning - a warning that time is running out.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 31 Mar 13 12:30:00 -0600Few feel like singing in the face of death. Running, perhaps. Crying, probably. But singing? There was no singing at a funeral Jesus attended. Lazarus was dead. But mourning and weeping were about to turn to singing. Resurrection is the song we sing at Easter!http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio82.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio82.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noFew feel like singing in the face of death. Running, perhaps. Crying, probably. But singing? There was no singing at a funeral Jesus attended. Lazarus was dead. But mourning and weeping were about to turn to singing. Resurrection is the song we sing at EaRon HackettFew feel like singing in the face of death. Running, perhaps. Crying, probably. But singing? There was no singing at a funeral Jesus attended. Lazarus was dead. But mourning and weeping were about to turn to singing. Resurrection is the song we sing at Easter!christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 24 Mar 13 12:30:00 -0600Recently a 45-member mission team from First Baptist Church served in Kampala, Uganda over a ten day period. Listen as they share their recollections and insights.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio81.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio81.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noRecently a 45-member mission team from First Baptist Church served in Kampala, Uganda over a ten day period. Listen as they share their recollections and insights.Ron HackettRecently a 45-member mission team from First Baptist Church served in Kampala, Uganda over a ten day period. Listen as they share their recollections and insights.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 24 Mar 13 12:30:00 -0600The Uganda Mission team, made up of 45 First Baptist Church members, share their recollections from their recent 10-day trip to Kampala, Uganada.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio80.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio80.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThe Uganda Mission team, made up of 45 First Baptist Church members, share their recollections from their recent 10-day trip to Kampala, Uganada.Ron HackettThe Uganda Mission team, made up of 45 First Baptist Church members, share their recollections from their recent 10-day trip to Kampala, Uganada.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 17 Mar 13 12:30:00 -0600There is a dangerous tendency that can pull Christians away from their calling to become fishers of men. In our effort to soak up the benefits of a new life in Christ, we can easily forget about those who have yet to hear about Jesus - the ones that got away. In this final sermon, we come face-to-face with a decision that every believer must make in order to answer the call to GO FISH.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio79.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio79.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThere is a dangerous tendency that can pull Christians away from their calling to become fishers of men. In our effort to soak up the benefits of a new life in Christ, we can easily forget about those who have yet to hear about Jesus - the ones that got aRon HackettThere is a dangerous tendency that can pull Christians away from their calling to become fishers of men. In our effort to soak up the benefits of a new life in Christ, we can easily forget about those who have yet to hear about Jesus - the ones that got away. In this final sermon, we come face-to-face with a decision that every believer must make in order to answer the call to GO FISH.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 10 Mar 13 12:30:00 -0600Oftentimes Christians make Christianity much too complicated. There are people in this community who have rejected what they think is Christianity, but in reality, they have merely rejected an over-complicated distortion of Christianity. Let's learn a simple, clear definition of what it means to be a Christian and equip ourselves to fish without muddying the water.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio78.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio78.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noOftentimes Christians make Christianity much too complicated. There are people in this community who have rejected what they think is Christianity, but in reality, they have merely rejected an over-complicated distortion of Christianity. Let's learn a simRon HackettOftentimes Christians make Christianity much too complicated. There are people in this community who have rejected what they think is Christianity, but in reality, they have merely rejected an over-complicated distortion of Christianity. Let's learn a simple, clear definition of what it means to be a Christian and equip ourselves to fish without muddying the water.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 03 Mar 13 11:30:00 -0700Traditionally, we have pictured the fishing process as having an awkward and uncomfortable conversation with an unbeliever. But maybe we have it all wrong. Perhaps God had something else in mind all along.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio77.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio77.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noTraditionally, we have pictured the fishing process as having an awkward and uncomfortable conversation with an unbeliever. But maybe we have it all wrong. Perhaps God had something else in mind all along.Ron HackettTraditionally, we have pictured the fishing process as having an awkward and uncomfortable conversation with an unbeliever. But maybe we have it all wrong. Perhaps God had something else in mind all along.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 24 Feb 13 11:30:00 -0700Telling others about Jesus can be intimidating and even disturbing. But consider how intimidating it must have been for the first believers. They faced persecution or death. Yet they persisted. The same factors that fostered courage in the first century are still in place today, giving us the guts to fish.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio76.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio76.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noTelling others about Jesus can be intimidating and even disturbing. But consider how intimidating it must have been for the first believers. They faced persecution or death. Yet they persisted. The same factors that fostered courage in the first century aRon HackettTelling others about Jesus can be intimidating and even disturbing. But consider how intimidating it must have been for the first believers. They faced persecution or death. Yet they persisted. The same factors that fostered courage in the first century are still in place today, giving us the guts to fish.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 17 Feb 13 11:30:00 -0700In our culture, the idea of a Christian sharing his faith with a non-Christian makes a lot of people uncomfortable. Many non-Christians dread being told they have to adopt a belief system. And many Christians fear being ridiculed or rejected. So why bother? Why Fish?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio75.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio75.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIn our culture, the idea of a Christian sharing his faith with a non-Christian makes a lot of people uncomfortable. Many non-Christians dread being told they have to adopt a belief system. And many Christians fear being ridiculed or rejected. So why botheRon HackettIn our culture, the idea of a Christian sharing his faith with a non-Christian makes a lot of people uncomfortable. Many non-Christians dread being told they have to adopt a belief system. And many Christians fear being ridiculed or rejected. So why bother? Why Fish?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 10 Feb 13 11:30:00 -0700Jesus wants to make His followers fishers of men. God will take and shape the potential of His followers so that they will be perfectly positioned in other's lives to help them understand how to be followers of Christhttp://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio74.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio74.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noJesus wants to make His followers fishers of men. God will take and shape the potential of His followers so that they will be perfectly positioned in other's lives to help them understand how to be followers of ChristRon HackettJesus wants to make His followers fishers of men. God will take and shape the potential of His followers so that they will be perfectly positioned in other's lives to help them understand how to be followers of Christchristian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 03 Feb 13 11:30:00 -0700In your opinion, is it too easy or too hard to become a Christian? Your answer may reveal which side of the aisle you stand on in an ongoing church controversy that pits grace versus truth. This conflict surfaced in the early days of the church, and that same tension continues today. Namely, how good does a person have to be in order to be part of the church?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio73.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio73.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIn your opinion, is it too easy or too hard to become a Christian? Your answer may reveal which side of the aisle you stand on in an ongoing church controversy that pits grace versus truth. This conflict surfaced in the early days of the church, and that Ron HackettIn your opinion, is it too easy or too hard to become a Christian? Your answer may reveal which side of the aisle you stand on in an ongoing church controversy that pits grace versus truth. This conflict surfaced in the early days of the church, and that same tension continues today. Namely, how good does a person have to be in order to be part of the church?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 27 Jan 13 11:30:00 -0700Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, had a lot to say on the subject of time. In fact, he wrote an entire book on the subject. What Solomon has to share might surprise you.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio72.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio72.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noSolomon, the wisest man who ever lived, had a lot to say on the subject of time. In fact, he wrote an entire book on the subject. What Solomon has to share might surprise you.Ron HackettSolomon, the wisest man who ever lived, had a lot to say on the subject of time. In fact, he wrote an entire book on the subject. What Solomon has to share might surprise you.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 20 Jan 13 11:30:00 -0700With what limited time we have, how can we know that we are investing it wisely? Do we have a plan for investing our time in the things that matter most? The compounding effect of focused time is key to "time success."http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio71.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio71.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWith what limited time we have, how can we know that we are investing it wisely? Do we have a plan for investing our time in the things that matter most? The compounding effect of focused time is key to "time success."Ron HackettWith what limited time we have, how can we know that we are investing it wisely? Do we have a plan for investing our time in the things that matter most? The compounding effect of focused time is key to "time success."christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 13 Jan 13 11:30:00 -0700What time is it? Where did all the time go? Does time really fly when we're having fun? Maybe we think about time so much because there never seems to be enough of it. But there's something more important than knowing what time it is.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio70.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio70.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhat time is it? Where did all the time go? Does time really fly when we're having fun? Maybe we think about time so much because there never seems to be enough of it. But there's something more important than knowing what time it is.Ron HackettWhat time is it? Where did all the time go? Does time really fly when we're having fun? Maybe we think about time so much because there never seems to be enough of it. But there's something more important than knowing what time it is.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 06 Jan 13 11:30:00 -0700We are all in the process of becoming. We start one way, but we are always in the process of becoming something else. Sometimes it's intentional, sometimes it's by accident, but we all have this in common: We are all becoming. Who do you want to be?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio68.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio68.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe are all in the process of becoming. We start one way, but we are always in the process of becoming something else. Sometimes it's intentional, sometimes it's by accident, but we all have this in common: We are all becoming. Who do you want to be?Ron HackettWe are all in the process of becoming. We start one way, but we are always in the process of becoming something else. Sometimes it's intentional, sometimes it's by accident, but we all have this in common: We are all becoming. Who do you want to be?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 30 Dec 12 11:30:00 -0700Have you ever read a book or listened to a story that you didn't want to end? Today we come to the last chapter of The Story. We began in Genesis and conclude with Revelation. We started with the dawn of time and we are finishing with the end of time. The Lower Story is over, but the Upper Story is just beginning.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio66.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio66.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noHave you ever read a book or listened to a story that you didn't want to end? Today we come to the last chapter of The Story. We began in Genesis and conclude with Revelation. We started with the dawn of time and we are finishing with the end of time. TheRon HackettHave you ever read a book or listened to a story that you didn't want to end? Today we come to the last chapter of The Story. We began in Genesis and conclude with Revelation. We started with the dawn of time and we are finishing with the end of time. The Lower Story is over, but the Upper Story is just beginning.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 23 Dec 12 11:30:00 -0700Wide awake is Mary. She rests her head on hay and looks into the face of the baby. Her son. Her Lord. His majesty. Somehow Mary knows she is holding God. So this is He. And she touches the face of the infant-God.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio65.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio65.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWide awake is Mary. She rests her head on hay and looks into the face of the baby. Her son. Her Lord. His majesty. Somehow Mary knows she is holding God. So this is He. And she touches the face of the infant-God.Ron HackettWide awake is Mary. She rests her head on hay and looks into the face of the baby. Her son. Her Lord. His majesty. Somehow Mary knows she is holding God. So this is He. And she touches the face of the infant-God.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 09 Dec 12 11:30:00 -0700Paul is at the end of his life. He's sitting in a Roman dungeon. He's writing his last letter and awaiting his execution. So with the finish line in sight,Paul summarizes his faithfulness in life and his fearlessness in death.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio64.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio64.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noPaul is at the end of his life. He's sitting in a Roman dungeon. He's writing his last letter and awaiting his execution. So with the finish line in sight,Paul summarizes his faithfulness in life and his fearlessness in death.Ron HackettPaul is at the end of his life. He's sitting in a Roman dungeon. He's writing his last letter and awaiting his execution. So with the finish line in sight,Paul summarizes his faithfulness in life and his fearlessness in death.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 02 Dec 12 11:30:00 -0700As we study Paul's missionary journeys, the focus is often where he goes. And that seems like the most important aspect of any journey - where you are going? But there is another aspect of the journey that is even more significant. The better question is: WHo are you as you are going?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio63.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio63.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noAs we study Paul's missionary journeys, the focus is often where he goes. And that seems like the most important aspect of any journey - where you are going? But there is another aspect of the journey that is even more significant. The better question is:Ron HackettAs we study Paul's missionary journeys, the focus is often where he goes. And that seems like the most important aspect of any journey - where you are going? But there is another aspect of the journey that is even more significant. The better question is: WHo are you as you are going?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusWed, 31 Dec 69 17:00:00 -0700As we study Paul's missionary journeys, the focus is often where he goes. And that seems like the most important aspect of any journey - where are you going? But there is another aspect of the journey that is even more significant. The better question is: Who are you as you are going?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio62.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio62.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noAs we study Paul's missionary journeys, the focus is often where he goes. And that seems like the most important aspect of any journey - where are you going? But there is another aspect of the journey that is even more significant. The better question is:Ron HackettAs we study Paul's missionary journeys, the focus is often where he goes. And that seems like the most important aspect of any journey - where are you going? But there is another aspect of the journey that is even more significant. The better question is: Who are you as you are going?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 25 Nov 12 11:30:00 -0700Jesus died on the cross. He rose from the grave. And then He ascended into Heaven. So what's the plan now? In the book of Acts we find the answer: God's plan is the church. But we have some misconceptions about the church........http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio61.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio61.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noJesus died on the cross. He rose from the grave. And then He ascended into Heaven. So what's the plan now? In the book of Acts we find the answer: God's plan is the church. But we have some misconceptions about the church........Ron HackettJesus died on the cross. He rose from the grave. And then He ascended into Heaven. So what's the plan now? In the book of Acts we find the answer: God's plan is the church. But we have some misconceptions about the church........christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 18 Nov 12 11:30:00 -0700Bewildered and confused, they saw, but they did not understnad. After all, they were there when He was killed. They watched as His body was carried away to the tomb. None of them expected anything good to happen. But on Sunday a light dawned, and it revealed a risen Savior.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio60.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio60.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noBewildered and confused, they saw, but they did not understnad. After all, they were there when He was killed. They watched as His body was carried away to the tomb. None of them expected anything good to happen. But on Sunday a light dawned, and it reveaRon HackettBewildered and confused, they saw, but they did not understnad. After all, they were there when He was killed. They watched as His body was carried away to the tomb. None of them expected anything good to happen. But on Sunday a light dawned, and it revealed a risen Savior.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 11 Nov 12 11:30:00 -0700Pastor Vincent was born in Uganda in a family led by an Iman father. Missionaries from Huntsville, Alabama planted a seed and God brought Vincent to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus. He pastors a church of 1,800 and has planted 45 additional churches in Uganda. Listen as he shares his story and passionately preaches the Word.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio59.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio59.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noPastor Vincent was born in Uganda in a family led by an Iman father. Missionaries from Huntsville, Alabama planted a seed and God brought Vincent to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus. He pastors a church of 1,800 and has planted 45 additional churches Ron HackettPastor Vincent was born in Uganda in a family led by an Iman father. Missionaries from Huntsville, Alabama planted a seed and God brought Vincent to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus. He pastors a church of 1,800 and has planted 45 additional churches in Uganda. Listen as he shares his story and passionately preaches the Word.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 04 Nov 12 11:30:00 -0700It's after sundown on Thursday evening. Jesus is down to the final hours of His life. He picks up a towel. The room grows silent as the Creator of the Unisverse washes the feet of His disciples. And then Jesus begins His journey to the cross.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio58.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio58.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIt's after sundown on Thursday evening. Jesus is down to the final hours of His life. He picks up a towel. The room grows silent as the Creator of the Unisverse washes the feet of His disciples. And then Jesus begins His journey to the cross.Ron HackettIt's after sundown on Thursday evening. Jesus is down to the final hours of His life. He picks up a towel. The room grows silent as the Creator of the Unisverse washes the feet of His disciples. And then Jesus begins His journey to the cross.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 28 Oct 12 12:30:00 -0600C.S. Lewis said, "Jeus was either a liar; a lunatic; or He was Lord." The question of Jesus' identity is actually the hinge of history, and who we determine Jesus is has massive implications on every aspect of our lives.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio57.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio57.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)Sun, 21 Oct 12 12:30:00 -0600there has never been, nor will there ever be anyone like Him. He is the Alph and Omega; He was present at creation; He was born of a virgin, misunderstood by His family, hated by His enemies, walked on water, was condemned to death and arose from the dead! His name is Jesus.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio56.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio56.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)nothere has never been, nor will there ever be anyone like Him. He is the Alph and Omega; He was present at creation; He was born of a virgin, misunderstood by His family, hated by His enemies, walked on water, was condemned to death and arose from the deadRon Hackettthere has never been, nor will there ever be anyone like Him. He is the Alph and Omega; He was present at creation; He was born of a virgin, misunderstood by His family, hated by His enemies, walked on water, was condemned to death and arose from the dead! His name is Jesus.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 14 Oct 12 12:30:00 -0600We are finally to the part of The Story where Jesus is born, and He changes everything! As we approach a national election, let's look through our political lenses to see how Jesus changed the world.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio55.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio55.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe are finally to the part of The Story where Jesus is born, and He changes everything! As we approach a national election, let's look through our political lenses to see how Jesus changed the world.Ron HackettWe are finally to the part of The Story where Jesus is born, and He changes everything! As we approach a national election, let's look through our political lenses to see how Jesus changed the world.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 07 Oct 12 12:30:00 -0600For the children of Israel, the wait is over. In a stable surrounded by farm animals, Jesus is born. The heavens rejoice as angels announce His birth. Shepherds and Wise Men race to the humble manger to worship the newborn King. In the City of David. A Savior. The Messiah. The Lord. Exactly according to plan.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio54.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio54.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noFor the children of Israel, the wait is over. In a stable surrounded by farm animals, Jesus is born. The heavens rejoice as angels announce His birth. Shepherds and Wise Men race to the humble manger to worship the newborn King. In the City of David. A SaRon HackettFor the children of Israel, the wait is over. In a stable surrounded by farm animals, Jesus is born. The heavens rejoice as angels announce His birth. Shepherds and Wise Men race to the humble manger to worship the newborn King. In the City of David. A Savior. The Messiah. The Lord. Exactly according to plan.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 30 Sep 12 12:30:00 -0600We hear voices all the time. Voices telling us we aren't good enough. Voices saying this and voices saying that. When God speaks to us, do we recognize His Voice. Here is how you do it.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio53.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio53.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe hear voices all the time. Voices telling us we aren't good enough. Voices saying this and voices saying that. When God speaks to us, do we recognize His Voice. Here is how you do it.Ron HackettWe hear voices all the time. Voices telling us we aren't good enough. Voices saying this and voices saying that. When God speaks to us, do we recognize His Voice. Here is how you do it.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 23 Sep 2012 17:00:00 -0700What if God is speaking and we just can't hear Him? Is there a way to turn up the volume? When it seems that there is some kind of sound barrier between you and God, it's possible that there is something in your life that is keeping the volume turned down.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio52.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio52.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhat if God is speaking and we just can't hear Him? Is there a way to turn up the volume? When it seems that there is some kind of sound barrier between you and God, it's possible that there is something in your life that is keeping the volume turned downRon HackettWhat if God is speaking and we just can't hear Him? Is there a way to turn up the volume? When it seems that there is some kind of sound barrier between you and God, it's possible that there is something in your life that is keeping the volume turned down.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 9 Sep 12 17:00:00 -0700The Old Testament comes to an end with three building projects. There is the rebuilding of the temple; God once again has a place to stay with His people. Then there is the rebuilding of the wall around Jerusalem. But the most important rebuilding project is the lives of God's people.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio51.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio51.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThe Old Testament comes to an end with three building projects. There is the rebuilding of the temple; God once again has a place to stay with His people. Then there is the rebuilding of the wall around Jerusalem. But the most important rebuilding projectRon HackettThe Old Testament comes to an end with three building projects. There is the rebuilding of the temple; God once again has a place to stay with His people. Then there is the rebuilding of the wall around Jerusalem. But the most important rebuilding project is the lives of God's people.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 2 Sep 12 12:30:00 -0600One of the most gripping stories in the Bible is the story of Esther. In it we find suspense, intrigue, betrayal, treachery, and finally triumph. But Esther is most uniue in that it never mentions the name of God. And althouth He is ananonymous participant in this story, He does not intend to be anonymous in your story.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio48.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio48.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noOne of the most gripping stories in the Bible is the story of Esther. In it we find suspense, intrigue, betrayal, treachery, and finally triumph. But Esther is most uniue in that it never mentions the name of God. And althouth He is ananonymous participanRon HackettOne of the most gripping stories in the Bible is the story of Esther. In it we find suspense, intrigue, betrayal, treachery, and finally triumph. But Esther is most uniue in that it never mentions the name of God. And althouth He is ananonymous participant in this story, He does not intend to be anonymous in your story.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 26 Aug 12 12:30:00 -0600C.S. Lewis once wrote, "Put first things first and we get second things thrown in: put second things first and we lose both first and second things." As God's story continues to unfold to bring His ultimate plan through Israel, let us heeed the challenge in our own lives to make God's big thing our big thing.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio47.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio47.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noC.S. Lewis once wrote, "Put first things first and we get second things thrown in: put second things first and we lose both first and second things." As God's story continues to unfold to bring His ultimate plan through Israel, let us heeed the challenge Ron HackettC.S. Lewis once wrote, "Put first things first and we get second things thrown in: put second things first and we lose both first and second things." As God's story continues to unfold to bring His ultimate plan through Israel, let us heeed the challenge in our own lives to make God's big thing our big thing.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 19 Aug 12 12:30:00 -0600Every decision you make and the subsequent outcome writes a chapter in the story of your life. For Daniel, the wisdom and courage he displayed to know and do what's right, even when it was hard, demonstrated his character and integrity. Our character defines our greatness.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio46.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio46.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noEvery decision you make and the subsequent outcome writes a chapter in the story of your life. For Daniel, the wisdom and courage he displayed to know and do what's right, even when it was hard, demonstrated his character and integrity. Our character defiRon HackettEvery decision you make and the subsequent outcome writes a chapter in the story of your life. For Daniel, the wisdom and courage he displayed to know and do what's right, even when it was hard, demonstrated his character and integrity. Our character defines our greatness.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 12 Aug 12 12:30:00 -0600When we turn away from God and decide to do things our own way, His goal is to regain our attention and affection. The best thing God can do to win us back is to let us experience the consequences of our actions. Zedekiah, the last king, experienced the consequences of his continued rebellion.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio45.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio45.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhen we turn away from God and decide to do things our own way, His goal is to regain our attention and affection. The best thing God can do to win us back is to let us experience the consequences of our actions. Zedekiah, the last king, experienced the cRon HackettWhen we turn away from God and decide to do things our own way, His goal is to regain our attention and affection. The best thing God can do to win us back is to let us experience the consequences of our actions. Zedekiah, the last king, experienced the consequences of his continued rebellion.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 05 Aug 12 12:30:00 -0600Wouldn't it be great if there was some secret code in the Bible that would somehow cause God's hand to move on our behalf? That if we pushed the right buttons in the right order at the right time God would answer our prayers and bless our lives. There is no special code, but Chapter 16 of THE Story reveals a pattern that invites the blessing of God.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio43.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio43.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWouldn't it be great if there was some secret code in the Bible that would somehow cause God's hand to move on our behalf? That if we pushed the right buttons in the right order at the right time God would answer our prayers and bless our lives. There is Ron HackettWouldn't it be great if there was some secret code in the Bible that would somehow cause God's hand to move on our behalf? That if we pushed the right buttons in the right order at the right time God would answer our prayers and bless our lives. There is no special code, but Chapter 16 of THE Story reveals a pattern that invites the blessing of God.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 29 Jul 12 12:30:00 -0600In some ways, the Old Testament is a story of betrayal. More often than not, the relationships between God and His people was one-sided; God loved His people but found that they contnually directed their affection toward other things. So God sent messengers, like Hosea, to convey His love and forgiveness.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio42.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio42.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIn some ways, the Old Testament is a story of betrayal. More often than not, the relationships between God and His people was one-sided; God loved His people but found that they contnually directed their affection toward other things. So God sent messengeRon HackettIn some ways, the Old Testament is a story of betrayal. More often than not, the relationships between God and His people was one-sided; God loved His people but found that they contnually directed their affection toward other things. So God sent messengers, like Hosea, to convey His love and forgiveness.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 22 Jul 12 12:30:00 -0600what and who you listen to will influence what you do. Let's face it, your life has been defined by the voices you've chosen to tune in, as well as those you've opted to tune out. Rehaboam listened to the wrong voices, and the consequences were severe - the nation was torn in two.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio41.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio41.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)nowhat and who you listen to will influence what you do. Let's face it, your life has been defined by the voices you've chosen to tune in, as well as those you've opted to tune out. Rehaboam listened to the wrong voices, and the consequences were severe - tRon Hackettwhat and who you listen to will influence what you do. Let's face it, your life has been defined by the voices you've chosen to tune in, as well as those you've opted to tune out. Rehaboam listened to the wrong voices, and the consequences were severe - the nation was torn in two.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 15 Jul 12 12:30:00 -0600It is not a matter of if you are going to die, but a matter of when. When you die there are two places to spend eternity. Do you know where you will spend eternity?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio40.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio40.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIt is not a matter of if you are going to die, but a matter of when. When you die there are two places to spend eternity. Do you know where you will spend eternity?Ron HackettIt is not a matter of if you are going to die, but a matter of when. When you die there are two places to spend eternity. Do you know where you will spend eternity?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 08 Jul 12 12:30:00 -0600We see it all the time. Budding athletes failing to reach their full potential. Emerging entreprenueurs losing their momentum. Aspiring policticians squandering their influence. Solomon was no exception. He had a meteoric rise to leadership, blessed with wisdom and wealth. Yet his life took a different trajectory. What went wrong?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio39.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio39.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe see it all the time. Budding athletes failing to reach their full potential. Emerging entreprenueurs losing their momentum. Aspiring policticians squandering their influence. Solomon was no exception. He had a meteoric rise to leadership, blessed with Ron HackettWe see it all the time. Budding athletes failing to reach their full potential. Emerging entreprenueurs losing their momentum. Aspiring policticians squandering their influence. Solomon was no exception. He had a meteoric rise to leadership, blessed with wisdom and wealth. Yet his life took a different trajectory. What went wrong?christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 01 Jul 12 12:30:00 -0600One minute, David is Gods treasured king - a man with a heart for God; the next minute he is going his own way to satisfy his own appetites. What was he thinking? Was it a spur-of-the-moment decision or had trouble been brewing for a long time? http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio38.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio38.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noOne minute, David is Gods treasured king - a man with a heart for God; the next minute he is going his own way to satisfy his own appetites. What was he thinking? Was it a spur-of-the-moment decision or had trouble been brewing for a long time? Ron HackettOne minute, David is Gods treasured king - a man with a heart for God; the next minute he is going his own way to satisfy his own appetites. What was he thinking? Was it a spur-of-the-moment decision or had trouble been brewing for a long time? christian,baptist,sermon,jesusMon, 25 Jun 12 12:30:00 -0600This week we gather around the table with Jesus for what is known as the Last Supper. The last supper of Jesus was actually a meal the Jews ate every year known as Passover. It had significant meaning for the Jews.Jesus gave the meal significant meaning for Christians.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio37.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio37.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThis week we gather around the table with Jesus for what is known as the Last Supper. The last supper of Jesus was actually a meal the Jews ate every year known as Passover. It had significant meaning for the Jews.Jesus gave the meal significant meaning fRon HackettThis week we gather around the table with Jesus for what is known as the Last Supper. The last supper of Jesus was actually a meal the Jews ate every year known as Passover. It had significant meaning for the Jews.Jesus gave the meal significant meaning for Christians.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 17 Jun 12 12:30:00 -0600Jesus came to dinner and encountered two people who seemed rather different, but they actually had a similarity - both of them were untouchable. One is untouchable because of her unrighteousness. The other is untouchable because of his self-righteousness.Pull up a chair, join the conversation, and decide "Who am I most like in the story?"http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio34.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio34.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noJesus came to dinner and encountered two people who seemed rather different, but they actually had a similarity - both of them were untouchable. One is untouchable because of her unrighteousness. The other is untouchable because of his self-righteousness.Ron HackettJesus came to dinner and encountered two people who seemed rather different, but they actually had a similarity - both of them were untouchable. One is untouchable because of her unrighteousness. The other is untouchable because of his self-righteousness.Pull up a chair, join the conversation, and decide "Who am I most like in the story?"christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 10 Jun 12 12:30:00 -0600If Jesus came to dinner, who would the other guests be? You might be surprised!http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio32.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio32.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIf Jesus came to dinner, who would the other guests be? You might be surprised!Ron HackettIf Jesus came to dinner, who would the other guests be? You might be surprised!christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 03 Jun 12 12:30:00 -0600Integrity is not something we are born with, nor can be take medication to get it. But the Bible shows us what integrity is and how important it is to practice throughout our lives.http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio29.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio29.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIntegrity is not something we are born with, nor can be take medication to get it. But the Bible shows us what integrity is and how important it is to practice throughout our lives.Ron HackettIntegrity is not something we are born with, nor can be take medication to get it. But the Bible shows us what integrity is and how important it is to practice throughout our lives.christian,baptist,sermon,jesusSun, 27 May 12 12:30:00 -0600Do we put God in a box? Do you put God in a box? Does the church put God in a box?http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio35.mp3http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio35.mp3ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noDo we put God in a box? Do you put God in a box? Does the church put God in a box?Ron HackettDo we put God in a box? Do you put God in a box? Does the church put God in a box?christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio25.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio25.mp3 Sun, 20 May 2012 12:30:00 -0600 Distortion is defined as twisting something out of its original state. The book of 1 Samuel is a book about distortions. It is about taking the perfect plan of God and distorting that plan. Chapter 10 of "The Story" reveals 3 major distortions and each one has application in our lives today. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noDistortion is defined as twisting something out of its original state. The book of 1 Samuel is a book about distortions. It is about taking the perfect plan of God and distorting that plan. Chapter 10 of "The Story" reveals 3 major distortions and each onRon HackettDistortion is defined as twisting something out of its original state. The book of 1 Samuel is a book about distortions. It is about taking the perfect plan of God and distorting that plan. Chapter 10 of "The Story" reveals 3 major distortions and each one has application in our lives today.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio22.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio22.mp3 Sun, 13 May 2012 12:30:00 -0600 This week we come to chapter 9 of The Story. If a video camera was rolling through this chapter, you would find many different emotions: anticipation and joy, disillusionment and disappointment, anger and bitterness. Such are the emotions of motherhood. The story of Ruth reveals the faith of two godly women, in spite of the ups and downs. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThis week we come to chapter 9 of The Story. If a video camera was rolling through this chapter, you would find many different emotions: anticipation and joy, disillusionment and disappointment, anger and bitterness. Such are the emotions of motherhood. TRon HackettThis week we come to chapter 9 of The Story. If a video camera was rolling through this chapter, you would find many different emotions: anticipation and joy, disillusionment and disappointment, anger and bitterness. Such are the emotions of motherhood. The story of Ruth reveals the faith of two godly women, in spite of the ups and downs.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio20.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio20.mp3 Sun, 6 May 2012 12:30:00 -0600 Meet Gideon, a Hebrew judge, who was timid, and unsure of himself. Watch as God uses him above and beyond any of Gideon's dreams. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noMeet Gideon, a Hebrew judge, who was timid, and unsure of himself. Watch as God uses him above and beyond any of Gideon's dreams.Ron HackettMeet Gideon, a Hebrew judge, who was timid, and unsure of himself. Watch as God uses him above and beyond any of Gideon's dreams.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio21.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio21.mp3 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0600 What is it? Do you have it? Does our church have it? Are we willing to do whatever it takes? ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhat is it? Do you have it? Does our church have it? Are we willing to do whatever it takes?Ron HackettWhat is it? Do you have it? Does our church have it? Are we willing to do whatever it takes?christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio14.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio14.mp3 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0600 We often try to avoid situations where courage is required. We prefer to play it safe, to avoid the risks, to stay within our boundaries. In the swimming pool of life, most of us stay in the shallow in. But there are moments - defining moments - in our stories where we will be called upon to be men and women of courage. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWe often try to avoid situations where courage is required. We prefer to play it safe, to avoid the risks, to stay within our boundaries. In the swimming pool of life, most of us stay in the shallow in. But there are moments - defining moments - in our stRon HackettWe often try to avoid situations where courage is required. We prefer to play it safe, to avoid the risks, to stay within our boundaries. In the swimming pool of life, most of us stay in the shallow in. But there are moments - defining moments - in our stories where we will be called upon to be men and women of courage.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio13.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio13.mp3 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0600 There's nothing like taking a road trip for vacation. The destination can be the Smokey Mountains; maybe the beaches of Gulf Shores; or even Disney World in Orlando. While it is a great feeling to arrive at your destination, part of what makes the road trip so special is the process of getting there - the journey. Well, this is true in theory at least. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThere's nothing like taking a road trip for vacation. The destination can be the Smokey Mountains; maybe the beaches of Gulf Shores; or even Disney World in Orlando. While it is a great feeling to arrive at your destination, part of what makes the road trRon HackettThere's nothing like taking a road trip for vacation. The destination can be the Smokey Mountains; maybe the beaches of Gulf Shores; or even Disney World in Orlando. While it is a great feeling to arrive at your destination, part of what makes the road trip so special is the process of getting there - the journey. Well, this is true in theory at least.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio11.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio11.mp3 Sun, 8 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0600 The Easter story hinged on two unlikely characters. And as it turned out, the actions of these two provided irrefutable proof for the first century Christians that Jesus had in fact risen. But that wasn't their intent. They were accidental heroes. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noThe Easter story hinged on two unlikely characters. And as it turned out, the actions of these two provided irrefutable proof for the first century Christians that Jesus had in fact risen. But that wasn't their intent. They were accidental heroes.Ron HackettThe Easter story hinged on two unlikely characters. And as it turned out, the actions of these two provided irrefutable proof for the first century Christians that Jesus had in fact risen. But that wasn't their intent. They were accidental heroes.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio10.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio10.mp3 Sun, 1 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0600 Chad discusses Jesus' final hours on the cross. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noChad discusses Jesus' final hours on the cross.Ron HackettChad discusses Jesus' final hours on the cross.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio3.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio3.mp3 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:30:00 -0600 Why did God give the nation of Isreal rules, and why in particular the Ten Commandments? They were a result of the existing love relationship He had with His people. We, too, can have a relationship with God, not by following rules, but by trusting in Him. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhy did God give the nation of Isreal rules, and why in particular the Ten Commandments? They were a result of the existing love relationship He had with His people. We, too, can have a relationship with God, not by following rules, but by trusting in HimRon HackettWhy did God give the nation of Isreal rules, and why in particular the Ten Commandments? They were a result of the existing love relationship He had with His people. We, too, can have a relationship with God, not by following rules, but by trusting in Him.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio1.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio1.mp3 Sun, 18 Mar 2012 12:30:00 -0600 In Lower Story logic, Moses isn't qualified for such an important task. But in Upper Story understanding, God sees Moses' weaknesses as providing the best conduit through which He can reveal Himself, His strength, and His purpose. God decided it was time to "go public," and Moses was going to make the introduction. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noIn Lower Story logic, Moses isn't qualified for such an important task. But in Upper Story understanding, God sees Moses' weaknesses as providing the best conduit through which He can reveal Himself, His strength, and His purpose. God decided it was time Ron HackettIn Lower Story logic, Moses isn't qualified for such an important task. But in Upper Story understanding, God sees Moses' weaknesses as providing the best conduit through which He can reveal Himself, His strength, and His purpose. God decided it was time to "go public," and Moses was going to make the introduction.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio2.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio2.mp3 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 12:30:00 -0600 All of us start off thinking our story will be written a certain way, but it never quite goes how we had planned... but God gets the last word. We don't know what challenges will come, but we know that God is working all things together for good. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noAll of us start off thinking our story will be written a certain way, but it never quite goes how we had planned... but God gets the last word. We don't know what challenges will come, but we know that God is working all things together for good.Ron HackettAll of us start off thinking our story will be written a certain way, but it never quite goes how we had planned... but God gets the last word. We don't know what challenges will come, but we know that God is working all things together for good.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio9.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio9.mp3 Sun, 4 Mar 2012 12:30:00 -0600 God decided the best way to continue His grand vision of community with us was to establish a nation, a special group of like-minded people intent on knowing God. Through this specially chosen nation, God would reveal Himself and offer a plan that would draw people back in a relationship with Him. Abraham was chosen to birth God's plan. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noGod decided the best way to continue His grand vision of community with us was to establish a nation, a special group of like-minded people intent on knowing God. Through this specially chosen nation, God would reveal Himself and offer a plan that would dRon HackettGod decided the best way to continue His grand vision of community with us was to establish a nation, a special group of like-minded people intent on knowing God. Through this specially chosen nation, God would reveal Himself and offer a plan that would draw people back in a relationship with Him. Abraham was chosen to birth God's plan.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio8.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio8.mp3 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:30:00 -0600 "In the beginning" God came up with a plan to perfectly connect His Upper Story with our Lower Story. He literally desired to bring heaven down to earth - first to create a paradise, then men and women to live in it, and then to come down and do life with us. But something happened - an earthly dilemma which begs for a heavenly solution. ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)no"In the beginning" God came up with a plan to perfectly connect His Upper Story with our Lower Story. He literally desired to bring heaven down to earth - first to create a paradise, then men and women to live in it, and then to come down and do life withRon Hackett"In the beginning" God came up with a plan to perfectly connect His Upper Story with our Lower Story. He literally desired to bring heaven down to earth - first to create a paradise, then men and women to live in it, and then to come down and do life with us. But something happened - an earthly dilemma which begs for a heavenly solution.christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio7.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio7.mp3 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:30:00 -0600 Have you ever struggled to understand how the various stories in the Bible connect to one another? Or wondered how those stories relate to the story of your life today? What if the testimonies in the Bible, the lives of everyone who ever lived, and your own "story still in progress" are all connected, all part of one big divine epic? What if God's story and our story are really one and the same? ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noHave you ever struggled to understand how the various stories in the Bible connect to one another? Or wondered how those stories relate to the story of your life today? What if the testimonies in the Bible, the lives of everyone who ever lived, and your oRon HackettHave you ever struggled to understand how the various stories in the Bible connect to one another? Or wondered how those stories relate to the story of your life today? What if the testimonies in the Bible, the lives of everyone who ever lived, and your own "story still in progress" are all connected, all part of one big divine epic? What if God's story and our story are really one and the same?christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio6.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio6.mp3 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:30:00 -0600 How can two people stand at an altar and swear they will love each other until "death do us part" and then just a few years later hate each other more than they have ever hated anyone? How can a couple stay in love as time goes by? ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noHow can two people stand at an altar and swear they will love each other until "death do us part" and then just a few years later hate each other more than they have ever hated anyone? How can a couple stay in love as time goes by?Ron HackettHow can two people stand at an altar and swear they will love each other until "death do us part" and then just a few years later hate each other more than they have ever hated anyone? How can a couple stay in love as time goes by?christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio5.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio5.mp3 Sun, 5 Feb 2012 12:30:00 -0600 While it is easier than ever to fall in love, it is harder than ever to stay in love. And no one wants to fall in love and just endure - just survive. We all want to stay in love - till the end. But is it possible? If so, what should our plan be? Is there a blueprint for staying in love? ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noWhile it is easier than ever to fall in love, it is harder than ever to stay in love. And no one wants to fall in love and just endure - just survive. We all want to stay in love - till the end. But is it possible? If so, what should our plan be? Is thereRon HackettWhile it is easier than ever to fall in love, it is harder than ever to stay in love. And no one wants to fall in love and just endure - just survive. We all want to stay in love - till the end. But is it possible? If so, what should our plan be? Is there a blueprint for staying in love?christian,baptist,sermon,jesus http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio4.mp3 http://fbcfayetteville.com/sermons/SermonAudio4.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:30:00 -0600 Falling in love is easy. All it takes is a pulse. Staying in love . . . that is a bit more difficult. Ever wonder if people can stay together for good? Is it even possible for two people to stay happy together forever? ron@fbcfayetteville.com (Ron Hackett)noFalling in love is easy. All it takes is a pulse. Staying in love . . . that is a bit more difficult. Ever wonder if people can stay together for good? Is it even possible for two people to stay happy together forever?Ron HackettFalling in love is easy. All it takes is a pulse. Staying in love . . . that is a bit more difficult. Ever wonder if people can stay together for good? Is it even possible for two people to stay happy together forever?christian,baptist,sermon,jesus FBC Fayetteville, TennesseeRon HackettnonadultFBC Fayetteville Sermons