First Baptist Podcasts

First Baptist Podcasts

Welcome to First Baptist Church Bowling Green, KY, where faith & life meet. Subscribe to hear all First Baptist BG podcast content, including The Weekly Sermons & Studies Podcast, The Beyond Sunday Podcast and The Adventurer Podcast.

Episodes

October 13, 2025 46 mins

This week on The Adventurer Podcast, Lauren Parish sits down with Mike and Cindy Lemon to share an inspiring conversation about calling, service, and healing. They discuss how their paths first crossed through their service careers and how those experiences opened doors to minister to first responders and trauma victims. From the front lines to moments of deep pain, they talk about the power of presence, the importance of faith in ...

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The invitation to God's kingdom requires a response.

 

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49503713 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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In this episode, Jeff Reynolds leads a thoughtful and encouraging conversation alongside David Tooley, TJ Renfro, Keith Christopher, and Lauren Parish about how each of us is uniquely gifted to serve God's Kingdom. Together, they explore how our God-given talents and abilities—no matter how visible or behind-the-scenes—can be used to make a meaningful impact. Through Scripture, personal stories, and honest reflection, they challeng...
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Ralph Dillihay joins Lauren Parish and Alex Watkins on this episode of The Adventurer Podcast. The three talk all things adventure including how a life of adventure starts early and how photography helped and helps reach people for the glory of King Jesus.

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October 6, 2025 31 mins

Everybody gets something to use in service to God. How are you using yours?

 

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49500203 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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In this episode,  Alex Watkins, David Tooley, TJ Renfro, and Keith Christopher engage in a thoughtful and challenging conversation about what it truly means to love God and love people—especially those we might view as outsiders. Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan, they explore how easy it can be to make excuses that prevent us from living out the radical love Jesus calls us to. Through Scripture, personal reflection,...
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What do hurts, habits, and hang ups have to do with being an Adventurer? Mike Jones joins Alex Watkins in this episode of The Adventurer Podcast to talk about the impact that Celebrate Recovery is having throughout our neighborhood. Mike shares the story of how CR got its start at First Baptist Church and how the ministry has grown throughout the years.

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September 29, 2025 30 mins

What does it really mean to be a "Good Samaritan?"

 

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49496757

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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The Lord calls us to take His name to all nations. Mrs. Vivian Foe joins Alex Watkins and Lauren Parish on this episode of the Adventurer Podcast as the three talk about a life-long journey of serving Christ among many nations of the world.   
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September 22, 2025 28 mins

Does God expect us to forgive?

 

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49493364

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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September 17, 2025 25 mins
In this episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds is joined by Alex Watkins, David Tooley, TJ Renfro, and Keith Christopher for a heartfelt and reflective conversation about the tragedies of last week. Together, the ministers process the weight of last week, sharing how they’ve each encountered reminders of God’s presence in the midst of sorrow and uncertainty. Through Scripture, personal stories, and honest reflection, they offer a space of...
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Throughout the ages, turmoil and chaos have erupted across the globe. Yet, the people of God are called to take the name of Christ to the nations no matter what they may face. In this special episode of the Adventurer Podcast, Lauren Parish and Alex Watkins lead us to pray for the adventurers who are currently serving across the seas in the middle of chaos.

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September 15, 2025 20 mins

Who needs God the most?

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49490022 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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September 10, 2025 33 mins
n this episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds is joined by Alex Watkins, David Tooley, TJ Renfro, Lauren Parish, and Keith Christopher to explore a vital and compassionate question: How do we as a church reach lost sheep? Together, the group reflects on Jesus’ heart for the wandering and the ways the Church can embody that same love and pursuit. With Scripture, personal insight, and practical encouragement, this conversation challenges us t...
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Putting your “yes” on the table at a young age can mean a variety of things. For this Adventurer that “yes” was through denominational missions with the Kentucky WMU. Brenda Price joins Alex Watkins on this episode of the Adventurer Podcast as the two talk what it means to say “yes” to the Lord and how that may look different through different seasons of life.

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September 8, 2025 26 mins

How far would Jesus go to get to someone?

 

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49486512

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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In this episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds joins Alex Watkins, David Tooley, TJ Renfro, and Lauren Parish to ask a challenging and honest question: How do we devalue our relationship with God and our citizenship in heaven—and how do we overcome it? Drawing from Scripture and personal insight, the group unpacks how our focus can drift from eternal truths and what it looks like to realign our hearts with God’s purpose. This conversation o...

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Are missionary biographies important? The answer is yes! Kim Cobb joins Lauren Parish and Alex Watkins as they talk about the life and legacy of Elisabeth Elliot, missionary to Ecuador, and how Elisabeth’s story continues to impact people long after her life on earth. You can learn more about Elisabeth and the ongoing ministry of Jim and Elisabeth Elliot at elisabethelliot.org.   Biographies mentioned in the episode:   E...
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September 1, 2025 12 mins

What is your relationship with God worth to you?

 

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Jesus told stories to help anyone willing to listen better understand life in the Kingdom of God. These stories meet us where we are and take us to deeper places in our faith. Join us as we listen to Jesus’ stories and ask Him to help us grow. 

 

Sermon Notes: http://bible.com/events/49483198

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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August 27, 2025 27 mins
In this episode, Alex Watkins, David Tooley, Keith Christopher, and TJ Renfro come together for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation around a question every believer wrestles with at some point: How do we know when we are saved? Drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and years of ministry experience, the group explores what assurance of salvation really looks like. They reflect on the peace, questions, and growth that ...
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