FBC of Farmington - Sermons
First Baptist Church of Farmington
Weekly sermons from First Baptist Church of Farmington in Farmington, Michigan.
Episodes
The Perils of Rejecting God’s Word (1 Sam 15:1-35) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - 1 Samuel is about the end of an era; the rejection of Saul as King just as Saul has rejected the Lord. As we study this text, we'll discover 4 ways to avoid God's just wrath and rejection.
God's Gift of Government in an Evil World (1 Sam 14:47 - 15:4) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen
Perseverance to the Praise of His Glory - Celebrating 200 Years (Eph 1:11-14)
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - How can we be certain that God's promised inheritance will be ours in the end? For over 200 years our church has believed and proclaimed - that God will preserve His own. We are living proof.
Great is Thy Faithfulness - Celebrating 200 Years (Lam 3:19-24)
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As we celebrate our 200th anniversary, we are reminded of God's faithfulness - and so we turn to one of the high-points of praise for the faithfulness of God's faithfulness of Scripture, Lamentations 3:19-24.
We Who Walk in Love - The Imitators of God (Eph 5:1-5)
Luke Geelhood - To the Christian, Paul's command is clear: as children of God, imitate Him, and in doing so, walk in love. Paul helps us define what true love looks like in Christ, warns against the sins that destroy love, and provides a weighty reminder that for those who remain in their sin apart from Christ, their eternal inheritance is at stake.
He is Worthy (Ps 96:1-13)
Pastor Austin Segar - Greater Glory Church
Encouragement in Troubled Times - Enduring by Faith (Heb 10:32-39)
Pastor Tim McKnight - The Christian needs endurance to face the trials of life and this world. Hebrews 10 provides us encouragement by revealing in past and present faithfulness that our endurance comes by holding to our confidence in Christ and obedience to God’s will as we patiently wait for the Lord’s return.
From Distress to Rest - Finding Peace in the God Who Hears (Ps 4:1-8)
Pastor Michael Moore - When life brings distress, rejection, and uncertainty, Psalm 4 reminds us that God does not abandon His people. He hears their cries, sets them apart as His own, and calls them to respond with righteousness and trust. When we trust in God and place our hope in Him, He gives us a deep contentment and peace that circumstances cannot take away, enabling us to rest securely in Him.
Gratitude - Fuel for the Christian Life (Col 3:15-17)
Taylor Fernandez - As recipients of God's grace in Christ, Christian's ought to live their lives with gratitude.
New Creation and Sanctification (Col 3:12-14)
Taylor Fernandez - In Christ, believers are new creations–they have stripped off the old man and have put on the new man. As new creations in Christ, believers are progressively being sanctified into Christ's image, which entails putting on Christ-like virtue and living as Christ lived.
Contending for the Faith by Keeping to the God Who Keeps Us (Jude 1:20-25) - Jude: Contending for the Faith
Message from Matt Hilbert on July 26, 2026
Contending for the Faith by Knowing Our Enemy (Jude 1:4-19) - Jude: Contending for the Faith
Pastor Matt Hilbert - In the book of Jude, we are called to contend for the faith against false teachers. In order to do that effectively, we have to know who these false teachers — the enemy we're contending against — are. In Jude 1:4-19 we are given several characteristics of false teachers that help us to identify and contend against them today.
Contending for the Faith as Those Who Are Secure in God (Jude 1:1-4) - Jude: Contending for the Faith
Pastor Matt Hilbert - As we begin our study in the book of Jude, we see that we are called to contend for the faith against false teaching. But Jude begins his book by focusing on the incredible security we have in God. In our text we'll see that we are called, beloved, kept and equipped by God. It is from this place of deep security in God that we can contend for the faith as He calls us to.
The Peril of the Sinner's Path (Ps 1)
Luke Geelhood - Which path are you on; the path of the wicked or the path of the righteous? Join us as we walk through Psalm 1 and explore the blessings of living in righteousness while avoiding the perils of wickedness. We'll uncover the deep wisdom found in God's word, the hope we have both in life and death, and the comforting assurance of God's perfect judgement.
God Turns Every Tide (1 Sam 14:1-46) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - There is only one true God and as we'll see from 1 Samuel 14, He turns the tides according to His perfect plan. As we study this text we'll consider how to depend on Him more, every day.
When Fear Takes Over (1 Sam 13:1-23) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Fear can be crippling at times, but God does not leave us to flounder without hope. He reminds us that He is just as sovereign in the hard times as in the good.
Half-Hearted Faith is Not Faith (1 Sam 12:1-25) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As Samuel preaches a final sermon at Saul's formal coronation, he reminds the people that halfhearted faith - is not genuine faith. That God requires full-hearted faith, that serves Him alone as King, no matter who sits on the throne in the city of man.
The Cowering King Conquers (1 Sam 10:14-11:15) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - In 1 Samuel 10 and 11 we see both the kindness and severity of God designed to lead the nation of Israel back to the One True God. Since God remains the same forever, we too are motivated to turn and trust in God.
Meticulous Sovereignty (1 Sam 9:15-10:13) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - God's meticulous sovereignty is detailed in 1 Samuel 9-10 as Saul is anointed king of Israel. Listen as we discover 3 reasons to stand amazed at how God works.
The King of Kings or the Fool of a King (1 Sam 7:13-9:17) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - It's easy to have misplaced trust in our earthly nations and government as it effects so much of our lives. But 1 Samuel 7-9 show us that we need to always think of government in light of God being the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
When Fear of God Takes a Front Seat (1 Sam 7:2-12) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As the Philistines take the Ark of the Covenant into their land, disaster strikes. Listen as we learn 5 reasons why we worship God as God wants to be worshiped.
Just by Chance? Not a Chance! (1 Sam 5:1-7:1) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As the Philistines take the Ark of the Covenant into their land, disaster strikes. Listen as we learn 5 reasons why we worship God as God wants to be worshiped.
To Hear or Not to Hear God (1 Sam 3:1-4:22) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - God wants us to listen to His Word; to learn who He is and how He wants us to live and follow Him. As we see from 1 Samuel 3-4, this was God's same desire for Samuel, his mentor Eli, and his wicked sons, Hophni and Phineas. Listen as we learn how to prioritize hearing God.
God is Not Mocked (1 Sam 2:11-36) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Eli's wicked sons, Hophni and Phineas, live a life of mockery to the one true God. In response God promises to punish Eli and his sons, reminding us that God is not mocked.
Hope for the Hurting (1 Sam 1:1-2:10) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Hannah's song sets the stage for the whole book of Samuel, but as we notice the setting - we get some remarkable lessons on how to respond to the most acute suffering we can experience.
Forgetting that God is King - Samuel’s Setting (Selected Scriptures from Judges and Ruth) - 1 Samuel: The Rise of the Shepherd King
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Samuel is said to be the last judge and so as we prepare to study it will be helpful to get a flyover of the book of Judges. In this sermon we will learn how best to remember that God is King.
Fact-Checked - I Am the Resurrection (John 11:28-53)
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Our faith in the risen Savior, is firmly rooted in facts. One of the miracles that changed the minds of many, was Jesus' evident power over death when He raised Lazarus from the grave. As we study John 11:28-53, we'll see 3 pillars of fact-checked faith.
The Sublime of a Healthy Church (Titus 3:14-15) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - The sublime, awesome, most praiseworthy part of church life, is to watch God's grace at work; working not only in our life, but our church family's lives as we run the race set before us for the glory of God.
The Mundane of a Healthy Church (Titus 3:12-13) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - The normal, mundane parts of life are wonderful gifts from God. Because it is in the mundane of humanity, that God works spectacularly. We must trust His ways and learn to walk in the mundane resting on his plans and purposes.
The Danger of the Divisive (Titus 3:8-11) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Genuine Christians frequently are called divisive, but as we'll see from Titus 3:8-11, the divisive are those who pervert the gospel. Listen as we are warned of the danger of the divisive.
Monergism and Salvation - It’s All God’s Work - Part 2 (Titus 3:6-8) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Paster Ben Tellinghuisen - As we continue to explore God's order of salvation we are amazed again at the profound singularity in God's work to save. But equally amazed at the profound love on display, in bringing us from death to life and all the way to glory.
Monergism and Salvation - It's All God's Work - Part 1 (Titus 3:4-5) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Your salvation is entirely a work of the Triune God in your life. As we look at Titus 3, we'll discover an order for how God works your salvation, that is simultaneously humbling and comforting. This will be part one of two sermons that walks through God's order of salvation.
Words Reflect God's Work (Titus 3:2-5a) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Paul wants us to remember 3 habits to cultivate that protect us from making life a mess, and find our hope in the finished work of our Savior.
God's Gift of Authority (Titus 2:15-3:1) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Authority is one of God's pervasive blessings that touches virtually every area of our life. How we relate to authority then is no small matter -- but a daily reality.
Glory as a Guide (Titus 2:13-14) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Christ promises to come again, this time, with all His divine glory and power. As we consider the glory of Christ, let's let the truths about who He is -- guide our lives today.
God's Grace - Our Teacher (Titus 2:11-12) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - God's gospel grace in Christ is not simply something for new Christians but continues to teach us how to live and depend on God every day. Listen as we review three lessons from God's grace from Titus 2:11-12
How to Work as to the Lord (Titus 2:9-10) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - We work for almost half of our waking hours. So as we study Titus 2:9-10, we learn better how to work as to the Lord.
Do as I Do – Godly Leadership (Titus 2:7-8) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Almost all of us will have an opportunity to lead -- to influence others in the coming days. So, as we study our passage this morning, we'll learn 3 principles of godly leaders that Christians should start to apply now.
God’s Kingdom Now Visible - Membership and One Service (Selected Scriptures) - God's Plan for All Christians: Church Membership
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As the church continues to grow, the elders have been asked the question, should we consider adding a second service? This sermon is our answer: no - because we believe God's Word would have all churches prioritize meeting regularly in one corporate worship service.
Mortification - The Christian's Daily Duty (Col 3:5-11)
Taylor Fernandez - Although Christian's are new creations, they still have indwelling sin that must be mortified. As such, mortification is the daily duty of all believers.
Magnifying He Who is Mighty (Luke 1:46-55)
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - We need to learn to look deeply into the character of God - only then can we rightly fear Him, appreciate His personal salvation, and lean on His forever faithfulness. Join Pastor Ben in walking through Mary's Magnificat to lean how to magnify He who is mighty.
Discipleship and the High Goal of Motherhood (Titus 2:4-5) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As we finish our study on ladies discipling ladies, our focus is turned to the high goal of motherhood, and what it looks like for women to be workers at home. Cultivating a Titus 2 life is certainly going to be the best gift you can give your families this Christmas.
Discipleship and the Good Life as a Wife (Titus 2:3-5) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Like our culture's confusion over masculinity, we can easily grow confused over what it means to be a godly woman. Listen as Titus 2 shows us that for most women, the good life is as a wife.
Caring for Those in Need - Membership and the Vulnerable (Selected Scripture) - God's Plan for All Christians: Church Membership
Pastor Matt Hilbert - Throughout Scripture God has a heart for the vulnerable and we as the people of God are to have a heart for them as well. But why should we care for the vulnerable? And when there are so many people in need, how do we prioritize who we care for? As we survey the Scriptures, we'll see how God's Word speaks to both of these very important questions.
Discipleship and True Masculinity (Titus 2:2, 6) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - True masculinity is elusive in our culture. Thankfully, God gives us traits of a godly man. These traits act as our goals as men disciple men.
Discipleship and Doctrine (Titus 2:1) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - Join us as we work through the Biblical mandate for discipleship - a call for all Christians to be lifelong learners of healthy doctrine - so that we can help present one another mature in Christ.
Partners in the Gospel - Membership and Missions (Matt 28:18-20 and Selections from Philippians) - God's Plan for All Christians: Church Membership
Pastor Matt Hilbert - As the church, we are called to make disciples of all nations. One of the ways the church accomplishes that call is through missions. In our sermon we’ll look at what it means to be partners in the gospel with our missionaries and how we can support and care for them well.
A People for a Purpose - Membership and the Family of God (1 Pet 2:9) - God's Plan for All Christians: Church Membership
Pastor Matt Hilbert - In 1 Peter 2:9 we see that through Christ, we not only become a new persons, but a new people - part of the family of God. In our text we see how God in his grace has made us to be as the people of God. And we also find that we are made into the people of God for a purpose - so that, as we live out that identity, we might proclaim the excellencies of God to the world.
How to Avoid Satan's Snares (Titus 1:14-16) - Titus: God's Plan for a Healthy Church
Pastor Ben Tellinghuisen - As we conclude our study of Titus 1, we return to the theme of confronting false teachers. Today, the goal is to learn how to avoid Satan's snares by making much of Christ and less of ourselves.
Finding Freedom from Getting it All Done (Ps 103) - Unnecessary: Finding Freedom from Unrealistic Expectations
Pastor Nathan Williams - God created us with human limits and it's vital we recognize those limits and learn to enjoy living within them. We'll look at Psalm 103 to help us lean into our creaturely limits.