First Pulpit Podcast

Final sermon of the series The Hope of Heaven:

Pastor Snook invites us to consider a profound question: what difference does our knowledge of heaven actually make in how we live today? 

Drawing from 2 Peter chapter 3, we're challenged to move beyond casual Christianity and 'gird up the loins of our mind'—a military term meaning to prepare for battle without hindrance. 

The sermon presents a compelling acrostic using the...

This episode is based on a sermon titled "Perplexing Questions About Heaven," continuing "The Hope of Heaven Series". Join Pastor Brent Snook as he seeks to provide clarity, comfort, and confidence in God's promises regarding eternity.

From the tender concern about what happens to infants and children who die prematurely to the surprisingly common worry about whether heaven might be boring, we're invite...

In today's sermon, Pastor Snook leads us in a study of Revelation 20, a chapter in God's Word that pulls back the curtain on the Millennium—a golden age we've all dreamed about but never experienced. This passage walks us through an astonishing timeline: from the church age we're living in right now, through the coming rapture and tribulation, to Christ's second coming when His feet will literally touch the...

In this sermon, Pastor Snook turns our attention to one of the most significant yet often misunderstood concepts in biblical theology: The Promise of Rewards in Heaven. Our bible text is the foundational passage of II Corinthians 5:10, which states, 'For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.'...

What if the one activity we'll be doing for all eternity is something we should be practicing right now? This powerful sermon by Pastor Brent Snook, Senior Pastor of First Baptist of Glen Este opens our eyes to the centrality of worship in heaven and challenges us to make it central in our lives today. 

In Revelation 4 and 5, we're given a breathtaking glimpse through the apostle John's vision—a man in exile, isolated...

Pastor Snook preaches from Revelation 21 and provides us a glimpse of what heaven will be like for those who are saved in Christ.

Imagine a place where pain, sorrow, and tears cease to exist—where sin is eradicated and death becomes a distant memory. This powerful exploration of Revelation 21 and 22 invites us into the breathtaking reality of New Jerusalem, the holy city of God. Far from being merely symbolic, this is a literal, phy...

Have you ever wondered what happens after we die? What will our resurrected bodies actually be like? 

This powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 15:35-52 addresses the very questions the Corinthian church asked centuries ago—questions we still ask today. Through Paul's brilliant analogy of a seed, we discover that just as a seed must die before it transforms into a plant, our earthly bodies must pass away before we receive our ...

In this powerful message by Pastor Snook, we're confronted with the ultimate question: What happens when we have only 30 seconds left to live? 

The answer cuts through all our earthly accomplishments and moral scorecards, focusing on one crucial point - our relationship with Jesus Christ. We're reminded that it's not about how much we've done or how good we've been, but whether we've accepted Jesus as o...

In this powerful message, Pastor Snook encourages us to examine our boldness in sharing the Gospel. 

The central theme revolves around Paul's letter to the Ephesians, particularly chapter 6, verses 18-20. Here, we're reminded of our duty as 'ambassadors for Christ' in a world that desperately needs hope. Here we draw parallels between Paul's imprisonment and our own circumstances, urging us to see every situ...

Pastor Snook preaches his final sermon on the series "Living Life Backward". We're reminded of the timeless truths found in the book of Ecclesiastes. Solomon's journey from wisdom to folly, and back again, serves as a poignant reminder of our own struggles and the importance of staying rooted in God's Word. We're challenged to accept life as it comes, appreciate every stage of our journey, and analyze ...

Pastor Snook continues his sermon series on Living Life Backward in this sermon based on Ecclesiastes 10:1-20.

We're reminded that wisdom isn't just about intelligence or creativity, but about diligence and character. The image of dead flies in perfume vividly illustrates how small acts of foolishness can spoil a lifetime of good reputation. This calls us to examine our lives: Are there 'flies' - small sins or ba...

In this powerful exploration of Ecclesiastes 9, we're challenged to confront a profound question: What if embracing our mortality is the key to living a truly meaningful life? The wisdom of Solomon reminds us that death is the great equalizer, coming to both the righteous and the wicked. But rather than letting this reality paralyze us with fear, we're encouraged to use it as motivation to live fully and joyfully in the p...

On this special Gospel Sunday at FBC Glen Este, Pastor Snook digs deep into the profound story of the rich young ruler from Mark 10:17-22, a Bible story that challenges us to examine our own hearts and priorities. This encounter between Jesus and a wealthy seeker of eternal life illuminates the core of what it means to truly follow Christ. 

We're reminded that outward morality and material success, while admirable, aren't ...

In today's sermon, Pastor Snook encourages us to think about life in reverse—keeping our end in mind so we can live wisely now. From Ecclesiastes, we learn six key principles to help us stay calm when life gets tough. Like a pilot trusting their instruments in turbulence, we should keep our focus on God’s truth during chaos. The message highlights humility, wisdom, and patience as important virtues. While many things—like deat...

In this profound exploration of wisdom (Ecclesiastes 7:14-29) Pastor Snook encourages us to seek it as diligently as we would hidden treasure. 

This message urges us to trust in God's providence, even when life doesn't make sense. It's a call to embrace both the blessings that keep us happy and the burdens that keep us humble, recognizing God's balancing act in our lives. As we grapple with life's perplexiti...

In this sermon, we're challenged to confront our mortality and live life 'backward' - with the end in mind. Pastor Snook's text for this episode is Ecclesiastes 7.

The key message revolves around the wisdom of embracing life's difficult moments as opportunities for growth. Solomon's proverbs remind us that the path of wisdom often involves choosing the harder, longer road over quick fixes and shallow pl...

In this sermon, Pastor Snook preaches from Ecclesiastes 5 and encourages us toward authentic worship that transforms not just our Sundays, but every aspect of our lives.

The book of Ecclesiastes challenges us to examine our approach to God. Solomon, in his wisdom, warns against hasty words, broken promises, and superficial devotion. We're reminded that God desires our hearts, not just our lips. As we reflect on our own spiritua...

In Pastor Snook's sermon (based on Ecclesiastes 4), we're invited to reflect on Solomon's observations, as well as reminded of the futility of chasing wealth and success at the expense of relationships and spiritual growth. 

The message beautifully illustrates how companionship and community are essential for productivity, perseverance, and protection in our faith journey. We're urged to be the kind of friend who...