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FBC CTX Growing in Grace Podcast
Weekly Biblical devotions that help us Grow in Grace. Real stories and absolute truths from Scripture that provide strength, hope and encouragement. Hosted by Victor Morrison, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Columbus, Texas, USA.
Episodes
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The Enemy Has Taken Another Hostage Captive (Genesis 14)
Sometimes a family agonizes over a family member that they love who is taken “captive” by failure, fear of rejection, worry, criticism, anger, pride…
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Abraham: Following the Lord on a New Road (Genesis 12)
We are moving in our Genesis study from the life of Noah to the footsteps of Abraham. About 4,000 years ago Abraham heard God’s voice calling him to leave…
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Learning from Noah and the Ark (Genesis 6:8-8:22)
Genesis chapter six begins at a point in human history that was some 1500 years since God’s creation of the earth, or 1056 years between the creation of Adam…
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Key to Understanding the Flood (Genesis 6:1-8)
Has the Flood during the days of Noah ever seemed harsh to you? Perhaps, you have not taken the time to really understand the importance of Genesis 6:1-8. I…
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Walking with God (Genesis 5:18-24)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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Raisin' Cain (Genesis 4:1-16)
Have you ever struggled with jealousy or anger to such a degree that it seemed out of control? The life of the biblical character named Cain answers the…
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Biblical Principles of Business (Proverbs 20:12-19)
Old Testament scholar, Bruce Waltke, sees a common theme uniting Proverbs 20:12-19 – speech and commerce. Whether one is the merchant or the customer, the…
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Falling Out of Temptation (Genesis 3)
Most likely you have heard people refer to falling "into" temptation, but I would like to review the third chapter of Genesis because I believe the Lord wants…
FBC CTX Growing in Grace PodcastMan and Woman (Genesis 2)
Genesis chapter two is a unique chapter bringing to the creation several new things such as rest, the amazing creation of man, a lush garden watered by a mist…
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From the Maker of Mankind (Genesis 1:26-31)
Have you ever tried to assemble a new bicycle or a new desk without looking at the instructions? It can be frustrating. Trust me, I know because I have tried…
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Seeing Patterns in the Pains ( Corinthians 12:1-10)
If one was to fly over the continental United States, then it would be obvious that the terrain is not all the same. Mountains could be seen, but vast plains…
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The Lord of the Free (John 8:21-38)
Francis Scott Key wrote those inspiring words of The Star-Spangled Banner after witnessing the amazing survival of Ft. McHenry after an all-night assault by…
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Impressive Manhood (Luke 7:1-10)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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Reaching a Conclusion on the Will of God (Acts 16:1-10)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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The Essential of Repentance (Luke 13:1-9)
Sunday Message recorded 24 May 2026 by Senior Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church - Columbus, TX, USA 1700 Milam St. Columbus, TX, USA 78934
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The Song of the Bow (2 Samuel 1:17-27)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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Lion Crossing (1 Peter 5:8-11)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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God's Will in Motion (Romans 12:1-8)
As high school seniors prepare for graduation, they often become stressed over what they should do next. Should they enroll in college? If so, which college…
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Leaving a Legacy of Love (1 Samuel 1-2)
How would you define “Motherhood?” One simple way to define it could be “leaving a legacy of love” upon one’s children. Mother’s Day is our appreciation to our…
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Praying for Younger Generations (Philippians 1:9-11)
This is the season for graduation ceremonies. Or, the terms I prefer even more, commencement exercises. Commencement means, beginnings. Perhaps someone…
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In the Day of My Trouble (Psalm 77)
The author of Psalm 77 was Asaph, worship leader assigned by King David. Asaph signed 12 psalms, Psalm 50 and Psalms 73-83. This psalm gives us his game plan…
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Three Biblical Photographs of Salvation (Titus 3)
One of my favorite verses to share with others regarding salvation is Titus 3:5. It is small, but it is a gem! In this chapter it is like the Apostle Paul…
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I Saw the Light (Acts 9:1-22)
Hank Williams wrote a song claiming, “I saw the light.” This legendary songwriter wrote, “I wandered so aimless, life filled with sin; I wouldn’t let my dear…
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Presented Alive by Many Proofs (Acts 1:1-8)
The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is supported “by many proofs” according to Acts 1:3. The writer of the book of Acts was a medical doctor and…
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Understanding the Cross of Christ (1 Peter 3:18)
As we near the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, some around us may not understand why Jesus had to die on the cross. For them, the horrible…
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When God Is Your Partner ((Romans 8:26-29)
This message will encourage anyone who is struggling with suffering and heartache. Romans 8:26-29 speaks of the wonderful partnership we have with God in…
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Give Me Oil in My Lamp (Exodus 27:20-21)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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What a Sloth Can Learn from an Ant (Proverbs 6:6-11)
What does a Garden Snail, a Banana Slug and a Three-Toed Sloth have in common? They all three either prefer to remain completely still, or when they move, it…
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The Ultimate Fishing Trip (Matthew 13:47-51)
Go call your friends who like to fish and tell them they will like this message! Let’s look at Matthew chapter 13 where Jesus gives 7 parables. He begins…
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First Disciple in Europe Begins by Listening (Acts 16:11-15)
“One who heard us was a woman named Lydia, from the city of Thyatira, a seller of purple goods, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to pay…
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Inspecting a Faith Foundation (Acts 17:1-10)
A faulty foundation can be costly later. For example, if one starts to see stair-stepping cracks between brick and mortar, walls that begin to lean or bulge…
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An Overlooked New Year's Resolution (2 Corinthians 5:12-21)
Have you made any New Year’s resolutions? Forbes posted some interesting statistics related to resolutions made by Americans at the end of 2023. According to a…
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Learning Christmas Contentment (Philippians 4:10-20)
According to some current projections, holiday spending may decrease in 2025 from the anticipated $1,007 dollars per person back in October to an adjusted…
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The Hanging of the Christmas Lights (Galatians 4:4-7)
Have you started decorating your tree yet? I saw this year the Christmas tree at the Rockefeller Center is 75’ tall imported from Norway. They hung 50,000…
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The Greatest Christmas Gift (1 Peter 1:10-12)
What would you say was the greatest Christmas gift you ever received? Among the greatest some people consider the best are gift like…a new vehicle, time…
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Offering to God the Sacrifice of Thanksgiving (Psalm 116)
“I will offer to You the sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the Lord.” 116:17 Luke tells us in his Gospel account that during His last supper…
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Beyond the Sunset (Revelation 22:1-11)
The author of the sweet song about Heaven entitled, “Beyond the Sunset” was Virgil Brock. One evening he and his wife attended a party at Rainbow Point…
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A Journey of Grief (Job 16)
The true story of Horatio Spafford and his family has always stirred my heart. He was a devoted Christian and a hard-working attorney in Chicago back in the…
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Comfort in a Crisis (2 Corinthians 1:1-11)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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The Reward Ceremony before Christ (1 Corinthians 3:10-15)
If you enjoy the award ceremonies of the Olympics, or the Academy Awards in filmmaking, the Grammy Awards in music, the Emmy Awards for television, The Tony…
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The Relevance of the Word of God (Romans 15:4)
The letter to the Romans has been divided by most bible scholars into two primary sections – a doctrinal section presented in chapters 1-11 and a practical…
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An Inside Look at a Burden for the Lost (Romans 9:1-5)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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When Life Hurts (Psalm 5)
Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church 1700 Milam Street Columbus, TX, USA 78934…
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Parenting: Keeping Watch Over Your Flock (3 John)
On the LifeWay Research website I discovered an interesting article regarding Gen Z (ages 13-28, born between 1997-2012). It stated that this generation is…
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Attracting Attention (Acts 8:4-25)
Three times in Acts 8:4-25 Luke uses the same compound Greek word (prosecho = pros, meaning, before or towards + echo, referring to holding), which came to…
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The Home of the Brave (2 Kings 18:1-8)
The last five words of our National Anthem say, “…the home of the brave.” The stanza actually asks a question if our nation is still “…the land of the free and…
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The King's Mighty Men (2 Samuel 23:8-23)
In honor of Father’s Day, we shall look at 2 Samuel 23:8-23 where it introduces us to five of the soldiers who served in the Special Forces that protected King…
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The Fatherhood Formula (Psalm 127)
A news report dated June 17, 2022 entitled, “American’s Crisis Is a Lack of Fathers” states, “Data from the US Census Bureau shows that nearly 18.5 million…
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Depending on Our Designer (James 4:13-17)
The Holy Spirit inspired James, the pastor of the church in Jerusalem, to equip the body of Christ to pass various tests in life. He had in mind practical…
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Worthy of Worship (Psalm 95)
When I read Psalm 95 a couple of mornings ago, I immediately found myself quietly humming and somewhat silently singing one of my favorite hymns, Worthy of…
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When Mom Moves from Just Survival to Revival (1 Samuel 1-2)
Happy Mother’s Day! During this message we are going to examine the life of a woman named Hannah who went from emotional agony over personal barrenness to…
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What Am I Missing Here? (James 1:5-8)
James, the half-brother of Jesus who eventually became the pastor of the church in Jerusalem, addresses in James 1:5-8 what may be the one thing you are…
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Stumbling on the Last Lap (Numbers 20:1-13)
The Apostle Paul wrote to his mentee, Timothy, these words in 2 Timothy 4:7 just a couple of months before he was martyred, “I have fought the good fight. I…
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A Reason to Hope (Acts 2:22-24)
Peter wrote in 1 Peter 3:15 that we should be prepared to give a defense to anyone who asks us a reason for the hope that they see within us. Of course, the…
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Times of Refreshing (Acts 3:17-26)
The theme of our upcoming Spring Bible Conference (each evening at 6:00pm March 23-25) is “Times of Refreshing” based upon a message given by Peter after a…
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When the Troubles of Your Heart Are Enlarged (Psalm 25)
“The troubles of my heart are enlarged bring me out of my distresses.” -- Psalm 25:17 After hearing her mention that she would like to get back into shape, a…
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How Firm a Foundation (Luke 6:46-49)
Sunday Message recorded 16 March 2025 by Senior Pastor Victor Morrison First Baptist Church - Columbus, TX, USA 1700 Milam St. Columbus, TX, USA 78934
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First Fight (Exodus 17:8-16)
After the Lord miraculously delivered the people of Israel out of bondage in Egypt, they were slowly making their way through the wilderness toward the…
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The Fulcrum of Scripture (Romans 15:1-7)
The Greek Mathematician Archimedes once said, “Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world.” You may have some…
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How to Love Your Sweetheart Well (1 Peter 3:1-7)
Husbands, Love Your Wife Like This… 1. Hearing the Perspective of Your Wife 2. Honoring through the Protection of Your Wife 3. Helping the Partnership with…