The FBC Durant Podcast

In the final session of Discover FBC, we talk about church membership. Why is membership in a local church important? We will discover its importance and how you can serve God as a part of a local church. Pastor Garry joins us once again to share the case, goal, and practice of church membership. Learn, explore, and discover how becoming a church member is beneficial in this final edition of Discover FBC.Chapters:0:00 Intro.2:04 Why is membership in a local church important?25:57 What does being a church member look like practically?34:09 A pitch to give church a shot.35:52 Outro.

For the second session of Discover FBC, we explore the unique qualities and characteristics of this specific local body known as First Baptist Church Durant. Pastor Garry McNeill joins us as we dive into our church's history, beliefs, affiliations, stewardship, ministries, mission, vision, and pathway. We exist to glorify God by making disciples of all nations. We long to see every person progress along the path to spiritual maturity through worship, connection, discipleship, and mobilization. To learn more, feel free to contact us, visit www.fbcdurant.org, or join us in worship every Sunday at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, or 11:15 AM as we continue to advance the mission that God has placed on our hearts. Also, visit bfm.sbc.net/bfm2000 to view the Baptist Faith and Message of 2000 for more information on our beliefs.Chapters:0:00 Intro.1:30 Garry's go-to potluck meal.3:56 The Discover FBC book.4:37 Our history.8:47 Our beliefs.9:35 Our affiliations.12:07 Our stewardship.15:05 Our mission & vision.38:38 Our government.45:10 Our staff.48:54 Outro.

In this first part of the Discover FBC series, our Lead Pastor Garry McNeill joins us as we discuss the Biblical definition and function of a local church. In Scripture, we find several references to what God's church is to be like as a whole. In this episode, we refer to the big C church. This means we are speaking on behalf of every Biblical church body that has been assembled. Join us as we learn, explore, and discover what The Lord's wonderful plan is for the local church.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:15 What is the church?8:06 Can you be a Christian without going to church?10:00 Church community.14:38 How does God build His church?20:20 How do you measure fruitful growth in the church?22:50 Choosing the right church for you.30:10 What is the church like?34:37 Outro

This podcast is a destination for you to connect with the church on a deeper level. Episodes are released bi-weekly and are available on all major platforms. If you prefer to watch, you can do so on the FBC Durant YouTube channel, the FBC Durant website, or the FBC Durant app. We will be diving into applicable topicswithin our ministries, and also provide you with information like dates and events. Listeners will hear from a variety of guests on occasion and discover how to be imitators of Christ. Our goal is to provide everyone the opportunity to be equipped, encouraged, and ultimately engage in our church's mission: to glorify God by making disciples of all nations.www.fbcdurant.org