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

November 26, 2025 15 mins
Gratitude shapes the way we see God, ourselves, and the world around us. In this week’s episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds joins Alex Watkins and David Tooley for an honest and encouraging conversation about cultivating thankfulness in everyday life. Together, they reflect on the practices, perspectives, and small moments that help them grow in gratitude, even in busy or challenging seasons. Through personal stories and biblical insight...
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Are you humble before the Lord?

 

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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/49523847 

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Faithfulness is about far more than finances—it’s a way of offering our whole lives to God. In this episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds joins Alex Watkins, Keith Christopher, David Tooley, and Lauren Parish for a thoughtful conversation on what it means to be faithful stewards in every area of life. They explore how we can honor God with our time, relationships, habits, and gifts, sharing biblical insight and practical encouragement alon...
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What happens when the Lord clearly closes doors in order for you to walk through others that are open? In the final episode of season 1 of The Adventurer Podcast, Alex Watkins interviews Lauren Parish to find out what happens when God throws curve balls in your plan. Lauren serves as the Minister of Children at First Baptist Church Bowling Green and has served long-term on the field. Season 2 of The Adventurer Podcast will return i...
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November 17, 2025 26 mins

Whose kingdom are you seeking to build—yours or God’s? ---  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/49520358 Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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Waiting isn’t easy—but it’s something every believer experiences. In this episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds sits down with Alex Watkins, Keith Christopher, David Tooley, and Lauren Parish for an honest and hope-filled conversation about the challenges of waiting for answered prayers. Together, they wrestle with questions like, What helps you when you’re waiting on the Lord? and How can we trust God’s timing when the waiting feels long?...

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November 10, 2025 22 mins

What do we do when God doesn’t answer our prayers right away?

 

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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/49516915

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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November 3, 2025 22 mins

How will you weather life’s storms? In today's parable, Jesus will give us the key insight that will enable us to stand through the storms of life.

 

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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/...

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In this episode, Pastor Jeff Reynolds returns to lead a thoughtful and heartfelt conversation with TJ Renfro, Alex Watkins, and Keith Christopher. Together, they explore a profound truth at the heart of the Christian life: we can do countless good deeds—but without purpose rooted in Christ, they fall short. As the group unpacks what it means that Jesus is the Bread of Life, listeners are invited into a conversation filled with bibl...

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Alex Watkins and Lauren Parish chat about the upcoming event Light the Neighborhood that will take place during Trick or Treat hours. "What does it look like to shine for Jesus in my neighborhood?" "Sharing the gospel makes me nervous!" "Why is it important for me to know my neighbors?" We talk about these questions and more in this fun episode! 

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October 27, 2025 29 mins

What awaits you when your life comes to an end? Do you know?

 

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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/49510295

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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In this episode, TJ Renfro leads an engaging and honest conversation with Alex Watkins, David Tooley, Keith Christopher, and Lauren Parish as they tackle a question that challenges us all: “What are some excuses you have made or heard in response to the invitation to God’s Kingdom?” With Jeff Reynolds out this week, the group leans into a dynamic discussion filled with personal stories, biblical insight, and moments of vulnerable r...
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October 19, 2025 26 mins

As you seek to build your material wealth, are you rich in what matters 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/49506965

Submit a Question: bit.ly/BeyondSundayQuestions

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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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October 13, 2025 24 mins

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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