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First Baptist Rocky Top Tennessee
Learn and engage with messages from First Baptist Church in Rocky Top, Tennessee, from Pastor Christopher Enix. FBC Rocky Top believes God is knowable and desires to have a relationship with His people. We hope these messages can be an encouragement to you.
Episodes
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSermon on the Mount: Dealing with Worry. Matthew 6
Worry is something every one of us faces—but Jesus shows us that we do not have to be ruled by it. In Matthew 6:25–34, Jesus points to the birds of the air…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeOur Heavenly Father. Sermon on the Mount | Matthew 6
Has grass begun to grow on your prayer path? In “Our Heavenly Father,” Pastor Christopher Enix continues the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 6, exploring Jesus’…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSermon of the Mount Life in the Kingdom of Heaven Matthew 5
What does it mean to live in the Kingdom of Heaven? In this opening message from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Christopher Enix explores Matthew 5:1–16…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeProfile of a Disciple: Peter and the Restoring Grace of Jesus
What happens when we fail the Lord we love? In this final message of Profile of a Disciple, we turn to John 21, where Jesus asks Peter, “Do you love me?”…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeProfile of a Disciple: James and John "Sons of Thunder"
Jesus called James and John the “Sons of Thunder”—strong, passionate men whose zeal was often mixed with anger, pride, and ambition. In this message from the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeProfile of a Disciple: Thomas
Thomas is often remembered only for his doubt, but Scripture reveals a courageous, honest disciple whose story did not end in unbelief. Working backward from…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeProfile of a Disciple: Jesus Calls the 12
In this opening message from the series Profile of a Disciple, we explore Jesus’ calling of the Twelve in Luke 6:12–16 and take a closer look at Peter, Andrew…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSmall Books. Big Messages. 1 Peter-Living in Light of Eternity
In 1 Peter 4:1–19, believers are reminded that our time is short, eternity is real, and following Christ calls us to live differently. In this message from the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSmall Books. Big Messages. 1 Peter 2-Living Stones in a Strange Land
In this message from 1 Peter 2, we discover how Christians can live faithfully as exiles in a world that often feels unfamiliar and opposed to their faith…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSmall Books. Big Messages. 1 Peter-A World Not Our Home
In 1 Peter 1, believers are described as “elect exiles”—people living faithfully in this world while knowing it is not their final home. In this message from…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSmall Books. Big Messages. Obadiah
Obadiah: Family FeudThe shortest book in the Old Testament carries a powerful message about pride, betrayal, judgment, grace, and the sovereign rule of God…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeChristian Baptism: What Does the Bible Teach?
In this message, we examine what the Bible teaches about Christian baptism from Romans 6:1–11 and other key passages. Baptism does not save, but it is a…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSmall Books. Big Messages. 1 Timothy 3-6: The Household of God
In this message from 1 Timothy 3–6, we explore what it means for the church to live as “the household of God.” Paul’s words to Timothy give timeless…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeLittle Books. Big Messages. 1-2 Timothy
In this message from 1 Timothy 1–2, we see Paul’s call for the church to guard the gospel, confront false teaching, and keep Christ at the center. The church…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeSmall Books. Big Messages. The Gospel Comes Home: Philemon
In this message from the short but powerful letter of Philemon, we see how the gospel moves from theory into the most personal places of life: broken…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeBig Questions Christians Ask Can We Trust the Bible?
In this message from the series **“Big Questions Christians Ask,”** we explore the question: **Can we trust the Bible, and how did we get it?** From God’s…
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Big Questions Christians Ask: What Does It Mean to Be Born Again? John 3
In this episode of Big Questions Christians Ask, we look at Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus in John 3 and answer the question: What does it mean to be born…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeBig Questions Christians Ask: The Hope of the New Heaven and New Earth
In this sermon, All Things Made New: The Hope of the New Heaven and New Earth, we explore the Bible’s glorious promise that God will not abandon His creation…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeBig Questions Christians Ask: What Happens When We Die?
In this episode, we tackle one of life’s most unavoidable and deeply personal questions: What happens when we die? Drawing from Scripture—especially Luke 16…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeBig Questions Christians Ask: Can I Lose My Salvation?
In this episode of Big Questions Christians Ask, we tackle one of the most pressing and personal questions in the Christian life: Can I lose my salvation?…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeThe Emmaus Road Luke 24
On this episode, we journey down the Road to Emmaus in Luke 24—a story not of immediate triumph, but of confusion, disappointment, and unmet expectations. As…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeWhat If? Easter 2026
What if Easter never happened? What if Jesus died—but never rose again? In this powerful message from First Baptist Rocky Top, we explore the unthinkable…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseePalm Sunday 2026 Luke 19
Palm Sunday is one of the most powerful—and misunderstood—moments in the life of Jesus. In this message, we explore the Triumphal Entry from Luke 19 and…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeWashing the Feet and Loving Like Jesus
As Easter approaches, we step into the final night of Jesus’ life and witness one of the most powerful demonstrations of love in all of Scripture—Jesus washing…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeLiving in Exile: Daniel 7 The Four Beasts
In this message from Daniel 7, we move from the visible stories of exile into the hidden realities behind history as God pulls back the curtain and reveals…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeLiving in Exile: Daniel in the Lion's Den (Daniel 6)
Empires rise and fall, but the kingdom of God stands forever. In this message from Daniel 6, we walk through one of the most familiar—and most…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeLiving in Exile: The Most High Reigns (Daniel 4-5)
In this powerful message from Daniel 4–5, we explore what it means to live faithfully “in exile” under the unshakable rule of God. Two kings stand before…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeDaniel: Living in Exile Daniel 3-Faith in the Literal Fire
In Daniel: Living in Exile — Faith in the Literal Fire, we revisit the familiar story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and discover it is far more than a…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeThe Word of God Psalm 119
After hearing from the Gideons ministry, we take a few moments to reflect on the greatest gift God has given His people — His Word. Psalm 119 reminds us that…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeDaniel 2 Living in Exile The Eternal Kingdom
In this message from Daniel 2, “Living in Exile: The Eternal Kingdom,” we walk through Nebuchadnezzar’s troubling dream, Daniel’s calm trust in God, and the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeLiving in Exile Daniel 1 Strangers in the Land
In today’s message, we launch a new sermon series through the Book of Daniel called “Living in Exile.” Most of us know the famous stories — Daniel in the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeThe Father's Business
As the decorations come down and the new year begins, many of us feel the pull toward fresh starts, routines, or resolutions. But what if our deepest purpose…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeFear Not: Christmas 2025
Christmas has passed. The lights are still up, the tree may still be standing—but the rush has faded, and for many, fear has returned.In this post-Christmas…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeChristmas According to Matthew
In this message, we explore the Christmas story through Matthew’s Gospel—a narrative grounded in history, Scripture, and divine purpose. Focusing on Joseph’s…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseePreparing for Christmas John 1
In this Christ-centered message from John 1, we explore how Christmas speaks powerfully to every heart—whether you are questioning, drifting, or deeply…
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Preparing for Christmas: The Skeptic, The Wander, The Faithful
Preparing Your Heart for Christmas: Hope for the Skeptic, the Wanderer, and the BelieverIn today’s Christmas devotion, Pastor Christopher Enix speaks to three…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeJames Part 4: The Power of the Tongue
Words are small, but their power is immeasurable. They can build nations—or burn them down. In this week’s message from James 3, we explore one of Scripture’s…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeJames Part 3 James 2 No to Partiality and the Royal Law of Love
Why don’t people come to church—really? Pew, Barna, and countless conversations all point to the same struggle: people often feel judged, unwelcome, or…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeJames Part 2: “Doers of the Word” (James 1:19–27)
In this episode of A Handbook for Christian Living, we explore what it truly means to be a doer of the Word and not a hearer only. Christopher Enix walks…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeThe Book of James A Handbook for the Christian Part 1: Faith that Stands
In this opening message of our new series James: A Handbook for the Christian, we begin walking verse by verse through one of the most practical and…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeBuried with Christ. Raised to New Life. Romans 6
What happens after salvation? Romans 6 answers with stunning clarity. In this message—“Buried with Christ. Raised to New Life”—we celebrate baptism and unpack…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRuth Part 2 Chapters 3-4: A Story of Loyalty, Kindness, and Redemption
Most people love a love story—but this one is bigger than romance. In Ruth 3–4, Naomi urges Ruth to seek “rest,” Ruth humbly asks Boaz to “spread your wings”…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRuth A Story of Redemption, Loyalty, and Kindness Ruth 1-2
In a quiet corner of Bethlehem, God’s providence shines through famine, loss, and surprising grace. Walking verse-by-verse through Ruth 1–2, we trace three…
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Esther A Cosmic Adventure: God Within the Shadows
This concluding message in “Esther: A Cosmic Adventure” reveals how God writes straight with crooked lines. From Vashti’s removal to Esther’s rise, from…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeEsther: A Cosmic Adventure Part 3 Esther 3 The Rise of Wickedness
Why does God allow the wicked to rise? In Esther 3 we meet Haman, a man consumed by pride and hatred—and yet mysteriously promoted. This message traces the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeEsther: A Cosmic Adventure Part 2 Wine, Women, and Providence
In this episode of Esther: A Cosmic Adventure, we step into the banquet halls of Persia and witness a king who could command 127 provinces, but not his own…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeEsther: A Cosmic Adventure An Overview
In this opening message of our new series, Esther: A Cosmic Adventure, we step into the Persian palace of King Xerxes and discover a story where God’s name is…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeThe Lord's Supper
In this message, we explore the meaning and significance of the Lord’s Supper. From its roots in the Passover to Christ’s institution of the New Covenant, we…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans: The Essentials of Christianity
In this capstone message, we gather the threads of Romans and tie them to the bedrock truths every Christian must know and love. Moving from “Who God Is” to…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans. Romans 14. Essentials and Non-Essentials
In this episode of Road Through Romans, we turn to Romans 14, where Paul tackles one of the most practical and challenging issues in the Christian life: how to…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans: Romans 13. Christians and Government
What does faithful citizenship look like when leaders are flawed and cultures shift? In this message from Romans 13, we explore how God’s sovereignty stands…
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Road Through Romans. Romans 12: A Living Sacrifice
In this episode of Road Through Romans, we enter the practical heart of Paul’s letter — Romans 12. After eleven chapters of rich doctrine, Paul turns to the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans: Romans 10-Faith
In this message from Romans 10, we explore the heart of saving faith—its object, its origin, and its outcome. Salvation is not earned or conjured up; it is…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans Romans 10 The Word of Faith
In this episode, we explore Romans 10 and the life-transforming message of the gospel—that salvation is near, in your heart and on your lips. Building on the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans – Episode: Romans 9 – Sovereignty of God
In this thought-provoking episode, we journey into one of the most challenging yet essential chapters of Paul’s letter to the Romans—Romans 9. After the…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans Romans 8 Present Sufferings. Future Glory.
Why does a good God allow pain—and how can we keep trusting Him when life hurts? In this episode, we follow Paul up the summit of Romans 8:18-27, where present…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans Romans 8 Reasons to Believe in Eternal Security
Romans 8 is one of the most powerful chapters in all of Scripture—and it opens and closes with two glorious declarations: there is no condemnation for those in…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans Romans 6 Know. Consider. Surrender
In this powerful episode of Road Through Romans, we dive into Romans 6 to discover how grace doesn't just save us—it frees us. Through the story of D.L. Moody…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans Romans 5 Peace with God
Road Through Romans – Romans 5: Peace with God In this message, we explore the life-changing truth of Romans 5—what it means to be justified by faith and to…
First Baptist Rocky Top TennesseeRoad Through Romans Romans 4 Let’s Have the Good News
🎙️ Road Through Romans – Episode 4: Let’s Have the Good News In this episode, we turn the corner from guilt to grace. Beginning with a reflection on the…