First Baptist Church of Jacksonville

Pastor Heath preaches about the sin of stealing.

In today's episode, we tackle the commandment our culture seems most determined to break: "You shall not commit adultery." From rising body counts to falling moral standards, why do we find so many creative ways to violate God's sexual boundaries?Examining alarming statistics and cultural shifts, we uncover how this command isn't just about married people being faithful—it's abou

In today's episode, we tackle one of God's most fundamental commands against the backdrop of a tragic headline: the death of Amber Thurman. What does "You shall not murder" mean in a culture that increasingly devalues human life?Through Jesus' teaching, we discover how this command goes deeper than just the physical act of murder—it reaches into our hearts to address the roots of

In today's episode, we confront what might be called "The Great Generational Rejection." In a culture that increasingly disregards parental authority, how do we understand and apply this ancient command to honor our parents?Through examining God's promise of blessing attached to this command, we discover that honoring parents isn't about their worthiness but about our faith in God.

In today's episode, we tackle what many consider the most complicated of the Ten Commandments: remembering the Sabbath. How do we make sense of a command that seems to have shifted from Saturday to Sunday, from strict observance to Christian liberty?Through exploring both versions of the Ten Commandments, we uncover how this divine pause was more than just a day off—it was a cove

In today's episode, we explore why a name carries more weight than we might think. What makes God's name so powerful that its misuse warrants a commandment?Through tracing God's revelation from the burning bush to the cross, we discover how His name represents the entirety of His being. This journey leads us from "I AM" to "Jesus," revealing how God's name carries authority, intima

In today's episode, we explore what might seem like an outdated command: the prohibition of making and worshipping images. Yet beneath this ancient instruction lies a startling revelation about our hearts.Examining God's jealous love for His people reveals three fundamental ways we still break this command today—wanting something else, something less, or, ironically, something mo

In today's episode, we explore the foundation of all spiritual truth: "You shall have no other gods before me." But what does this ancient command mean in a world of infinite distractions?Through the dramatic scene at Mount Sinai, we discover how God's first words to His newly freed people reveal His heart for relationship. Far from a mere religious rule, this command exposes human

In today's episode, we tackle a crucial question: How should Christians approach the voting booth? Through Jesus' wisdom about rendering to Caesar and to God, we discover that faithful citizenship requires careful discernment.Examining multiple aspects of candidate evaluation—from morality to policy, integrity to effectiveness—we uncover why Christians must think more deeply th

In today's episode, we examine Jesus' powerful interaction with children and what it reveals about God's heart for life. How should Christians navigate political choices when perfect options don't exist?Through examining biblical foundations and current political realities, we confront the challenge of making difficult choices in a fallen world. From party platforms to practical ac