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Fairfax Bible Church
Sunday sermons and discipleship podcasts from Fairfax Bible Church in Fairfax, VA. Our mission is to glorify God by making disciples of all nations as we live in loving community. Join us in person Sunday mornings at 10 AM.
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Pastor Timothy Interview
We are excited to introduce our newest FBC Global Partner--Pastor Timothy Dahal and Harvest Mission Nepal.
Fairfax Bible ChurchGod the Righteous Judge
Big Idea: When we judge others, we forget that we too must answer to God Hypocrisy of Man’s Judgment - We judge what we practice (2:1-3) - We trample on God’s…
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When God Gives Us What We Want
Big Idea: We traded God’s glory, and God let us have what we wanted We traded God’s glory for idols (1:18-23) So, God let us have what we wanted... Dishonored…
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The Gospel Takes the Lead
Big Idea: Because the gospel is God’s power to save, it takes the lead. The gospel leads our prayers (1:8-12) The gospel leads our plans (1:13-15) The gospel…
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The Gospel Forms Our Identity
Big Idea: The gospel of God, centered on Christ, doesn’t just save us; it forms our identity. Paul--set apart for the gospel (1:1) Christ--the center of the…
Fairfax Bible ChurchLoving God & Living Sent to Kids and Teens
Big Idea: To love Christ and live sent, we must see, love, and protect kids and teens the way Jesus does. 1. We must see kids and teens like Jesus (Mark…
Fairfax Bible ChurchOur Worst God's Best
Big Idea: When we are at our worst, God is still at his best 1. God deserves our praise (1-7) 2. God demands our trust and obedience (8-16) 3. God delivers his…
Fairfax Bible ChurchBible in a Year Trailer
Join Matt and Hannah on an adventure through the Bible in 2026! This year, we'll see how the story of Jesus permeates all of Scripture, grow in our…
Fairfax Bible ChurchGod's Gift of Love
Big Idea: God’s love shines in Jesus, giving life to all who believe in him. 1. God’s love in his Son gives us life (3:16-17) 2. God’s light in his Son reveals…
Fairfax Bible ChurchReconciling Peace
Big Idea: Jesus gives reconciling peace, not superficial peace. 1. Peace was broken because we sinned (Gen. 3:22-24; 4:8-11) 2. Peace was promised because God…
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Our Living Hope
Big Idea: Christians don’t cling to wishful thinking—we stand upon the living hope of God. 1. We stand on living hope that cannot fade (1:3–5) 2. We stand on…
Fairfax Bible ChurchThe Cure for Grumbling
Big Idea: Thanking the Lord is the cure for a heart that wants to grumble 1. We give thanks to the Lord because he chose us (100:1-3) 2. We give thanks to the…
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Songs in the Cave
Big Idea: When God’s glory is our aim, He transforms our fear into worship. When God's glory is our aim: We can cry to him for mercy (v1-3) We can acknowledge…
Fairfax Bible ChurchHow Should Christians Respond to Persecution
Big Idea: Christians can face persecution with victory because Jesus has conquered death What does victory in persecution look like? 1. Stand firm 2. Work…
Fairfax Bible ChurchReady with Compassion
We ready ourselves for King Jesus’ return through compassion, not mere confession 1. The King returns to judge (25:31-33) 2. The King identifies with the least…
Fairfax Bible ChurchWho Is My Neighbor?
Big Idea: Pure religion moves us to love deeply, feel compassionately, and act mercifully toward all our neighbors Question #1: How do I know my religion leads…
Fairfax Bible ChurchJustice from the Justified
Big Idea: God’s people receiving God’s grace will reflect God’s heart for the vulnerable. God reveals the hearts of the rebellious (v1-9) God rejects the…
Fairfax Bible ChurchEveryday Missionaries
Everyday missionaries live sent—compelled by Christ’s love, transformed by his story, and entrusted with his message 1. Compelled by Christ’s love (5:14-15) 2…
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The Launchpad for Living Sent
Big Idea: Loving community in the church is the launchpad for living sent 1. Leaders equip the church to live sent (4:11-12) 2. Our unity matures the church to…
Fairfax Bible ChurchSent for Christ
How is Christ calling me to live sent for him? We live for God’s will, not our own (Jn 4:34; 5:30; 8:29) We live in the world, but not of the world (Jn 1:14…
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Christ, Our Love
Big Idea: Full life in Christ comes from a full heart of love for Christ How can we show our love for Christ? 1. Worship (Jn. 20:28; 9:35-38) 2. Affection (Lk…
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Christ, Our Focus
Big Idea: To live sent with our feet, we must first focus our eyes on Christ 1. Creation is focused on Christ (Col 1:15-16) 2. The Father’s love is focused on…
Fairfax Bible ChurchProverbs Appeal: Trust the Lord
Big Idea: The Lord promises true life to anyone who trusts him with their whole heart 1. The Lord promises true life (3:1-4) 2. The Lord desires your whole…
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Proverbs’ Wisdom Applied: Plans and Decisions
The Lord’s wisdom is a compass, not a map, for your plans 1. The Lord has the final word (Pr. 16:1) 2. The Lord holds the ultimate scales (Pr. 16:2) 3. The…
Fairfax Bible ChurchThe Lord Builds the House
Big Idea: As we trust in the Lord to build the house, we can rest in his blessing of it. The Lord is the ultimate builder, so we must depend on him (v 1)…
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Proverbs Wisdom Applied: Kings and Rulers
A wise ruler is a fountain of blessing from the Lord Wise rulers know… 1. Their rule is from the Lord 2. They are accountable to the Lord 3. They administer…
Fairfax Bible ChurchProverbs Wisdom Applied: Desires of the Heart
Big Idea: Life doesn’t flow from the outside in; it flows from the inside out Sexual Lust (Pr. 5:15-19; 6:20-32) Greed (Pr. 11:24-28) Envy (Pr. 14:30…
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Proverbs Wisdom Applied: Conflict
Big Idea: To resolve life’s daily conflicts, we desperately need God’s daily wisdom 1. Go higher (Pr. 17:14; 19:11; 25:21-22) 2. Get real (Pr. 18:13; 19:20…
Fairfax Bible ChurchProverbs Wisdom Applied: Wisdom & Humility
Big Idea: Our problem with wealth is that we think too small, not too big 1. Shortcuts are small. Faithful earning is big. 2. Greed is small. Contentment is…
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Proverbs Wisdom Applied: Wealth
Big Idea: Our problem with wealth is that we think too small, not too big 1. Shortcuts are small. Faithful earning is big. 2. Greed is small. Contentment is…
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Proverbs Wisdom Applied: Words
Big Idea: Words hold the power to either destroy or build up—use them wisely 1. The power of our words 2. The power of silence, listening and timing 3. The…
Fairfax Bible ChurchProverbs Wisdom Applied: Family
Big Idea: The wise know family matters much, but not most 1. Marriage matters (Pr. 2:16-17; 12:4; 19:14; 21:19; 27:15-16; 31:10-11, 28-31) 2. Children and…
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Proverbs Wisdom Applied: Friendship
Big Idea: Friendship is part of God’s design for a fruitful life—not a distraction from it A good friend gives... 1. Constant Love (Pr. 17:17; 18:24; 27:10) 2…
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Proverbs Wisdom Applied: Anger
Big Idea: The wise person controls their anger; their anger does not control them Anger, in and of itself, is not sinful, but does reveal our hearts (Pr…
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A Vision for Church Planting
Big Idea: Wherever there are lost people we should proclaim the name of Jesus boldly, contextually, and with welcome for the lost. Church planting establishes…
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Wisdom’s Feast
Big Idea: Wisdom is a feast for those who fully commit themselves to it 1. Wisdom’s feast is bountiful and life-giving (9:1-6) 2. Folly’s feast is phony and…
Fairfax Bible ChurchA Resurrected Purpose
Big Idea: Our resurrected purpose comes through seeing the resurrected King Jesus 1. To know Jesus (v 1-14) 2. To love him (v 15-17) 3. To love his church (v…
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A Mother’s Wisdom
Big Idea: Wisdom is a beautiful, loving mother who offers us life if we will just listen This mother is... 1. Impartial (8:1-9) 2. Precious (8:10-11) 3…
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The Lectures of a Loving Father
Big Idea: We are wise to listen to our Father’s lectures because they are full of love and life Ten Parental Lectures: 1:8–19; 2:1–22; 3:1–12, 21–35; 4:1–9…
Fairfax Bible ChurchThe Foundation for Wisdom
Big Idea: Proverbs reveals our need for wisdom and where we can find it The wisdom of Proverbs… 1. Originates with a young, wise king (1:1) 2. Gives knowledge…
Fairfax Bible ChurchSeeing the Risen Christ
Big Idea: To truly see the risen Christ, you must first believe in the suffering Christ 1. Blinded by false expectations (24:13-24) 2. Blinded by unbelief…
Fairfax Bible ChurchFinal Words
Big Idea: On the cross, Jesus offers sinners forgiveness and welcomes sinners with open arms. In Jesus we have... Jesus offers sinners forgiveness (v. 32-37)…
Fairfax Bible ChurchVictory, Confidence & Protection
Big Idea: Eternal life in Jesus is our victory, our confidence and our protection In Jesus we have... Victory over the world because we believe God’s testimony…
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God is Love
Big Idea: Those who know God love like God because God is love Those who love like God... Receive his love that came down to them (4:9-11) Remain in his love…
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Test the Spirits
Big Idea: God gives us his Spirit so we can confidently detect truth and error Do they confess the real Christ? (4:2-3) Do they listen to God’s message?…
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Genuine Christian Love
Big Idea: Genuine Christians are known by genuine Christian love Christian love... Resists hate (3:12-15) Gives itself (3:16-17) Walks in truth (3:18-24)
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God’s Confident Kids
Big Idea: God’s kids can have confidence they are his because they have the family traits God’s kids... Purify themselves in the hope of God’s love (3:1-3) Do…
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The Real Christ
Big Idea: It’s the last hour, so make sure you have the real Christ. The Real (2:20–21, 24–25, 27) Anointing Truth Promise—eternal life Remain in Jesus!
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Love God, Not the World
Big Idea: Your restored relationship with God requires you to reject a relationship with the world Your relationships: Restored with God (2:12-14) Rejecting…
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Eternal Life Begins with Jesus
Big Idea: Eternal life begins with Jesus Jesus is eternal life embodied (1:1-2) Jesus is eternal life embraced (1:3) Jesus is eternal life enjoyed (1:4)
Fairfax Bible ChurchDrawing Close Through the Discipline of Silence & Solitude
Big Idea: Silence and solitude is quieting the noise and withdrawing from the world in order to be alone with God. What is silence & solitude? • Quieting the…