First Burleson Sunday Messages

HOME VALUES: Keys to Communication

First Burleson — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Good communication doesn't just happen - it takes intentional, biblical practice to unlock healthy marriages and families.

This sermon walks through Ephesians 4:25-32, using Paul's instructions to the church at Ephesus as a guide for how families can communicate in a way that actually builds intimacy rather than distance. Pastor Chris looks at the parts of communication (words, tone, and body language), the levels of communication (from small talk all the way to true emotional openness), and then five biblical principles: speaking truth in love, handling anger without letting it fester, making communication a priority, choosing words that build up rather than tear down, and extending forgiveness generously.

The main takeaway is that healthy communication is less about having the right words and more about honesty, humility, and a willingness to do the work of really being known by another person. This message will encourage married couples who feel stuck at surface-level conversation, but the principles apply just as much to parents, coworkers, and friends - anyone who wants their relationships to go deeper. The sermon closes with a time of communion, connecting Christ's forgiveness of us to our call to forgive one another.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25–32, Ephesians 4:15, Proverbs 18:21

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HOME VALUES: Reclaiming Intimacy

First Burleson — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This sermon looks at God's design for intimacy in marriage and how it has been stolen, perverted, and can be reclaimed by God's grace.

Drawing on Hebrews 13:4 and a church-wide survey, Pastor Billy Beacham talks honestly about physical intimacy in marriage — why it's rarely discussed in church, why couples often feel disconnected in this area, and how pornography, unfaithfulness, and abuse have corrupted something God intended for good. Using illustrations from Scripture, the movie Fireproof, and real stories from couples in the church, he shows that no marriage is too broken for God to heal.

The heart of the message is that intimacy is about far more than the physical — it's rooted in knowing and being known, the way God intimately knows us and wants us to intimately know our spouse. This is for any couple who feels stuck, disconnected, or ashamed, and for anyone wondering whether their marriage can truly change. Beacham's answer, backed by testimonies from within the church, is a hopeful yes.

Preacher: Billy Beacham

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4, Genesis 4:1, Jeremiah 1:5, Matthew 7:23, Philippians 3:10, 1 Corinthians 6:16, Proverbs 5:15-19, Proverbs 7:21-27, Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5:31-32

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HOME VALUES: Raising Godly Kids

First Burleson — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Ephesians 6 lays out God-given responsibilities for kids and parents, and this message walks through both before turning to real parenting questions from the church.

Pastor Chris walks through Ephesians 6:1-4, showing that children are called to obey and honor their parents, while parents are called to avoid provoking their kids to anger and instead raise them with intentional discipline and instruction in the Lord. He's honest that no parent gets this perfectly, and that the goal isn't well-behaved kids for appearance's sake but sons and daughters whose character is shaped by Christ.

In the second half, Chris is joined by his wife, Kathy, for a Q&A pulled straight from questions the church submitted over the summer. Together they talk through real, practical struggles - staying unified as parenting partners, disciplining without anger, technology and phones, protecting your marriage while raising kids, what to do when an adult child walks away from the faith, and the role of grandparents. This part will especially encourage parents in the thick of it, wondering if they're doing enough or getting it right.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1–4

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HOME VALUES: Your House, Your Choice

First Burleson — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Joshua's farewell speech challenges every family to decide who will truly shape their home: the Lord or the culture around them.

In Joshua chapter 24, an aged Joshua gathers Israel one last time, retells the story of God's faithfulness, and then calls the people to make a decision: choose this day whom you will serve. This message continues the Home Values series and looks at what it takes to build a home shaped by Christ rather than by the pressures of culture and pace of life.

The sermon traces three marks of Joshua's faithfulness that can shape our own homes today — a history with God that forms character, a clear choice to serve the Lord above every competing loyalty, and a personal conviction strong enough to influence the next generation. It's an encouraging word for parents, grandparents, and anyone who wonders whether their family's mistakes or drift can be turned around, because the invitation to choose again is always open.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15, Joshua 24

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Sunday Recap: Home Values Week 3

First Burleson — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode Daniel and Sam talk about the excitement in the air at First Burleson, steps we are taking to sharpen membership care, and more!

HOME VALUES: Building a Home, Not Just a House

First Burleson — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This message opens Psalm 127, a song King Solomon wrote as families made their way up to worship at the temple. Solomon built more than anyone in his day — palaces, cities, even the temple itself — yet by the end of his life he called it all vanity, because for all he built, he never built a true home. The sermon asks a simple but piercing question: are we building a house, or are we building a home?

The main point is that an anxious home is built on self-reliance and stays busy managing life, while a blessed home is built on the Lord and centers on relationships — Jesus first, family second, work and activities after that. Pastor Chris walks honestly through the pressures of overfilled calendars, phone distraction, and work or hobbies crowding out family time, and offers two practical shifts: trading anxiety for rhythms of rest, and letting family — not achievement — define success. This will especially encourage parents, young families, and anyone who feels like their home has become a task list instead of a refuge.

Throughout, the tone is personal and humble rather than preachy — this is a pastor working through his own regrets and priorities right alongside the congregation, pointing everyone back to the truth that children are a heritage from the Lord and that a home surrendered to Christ is worth more than any house ever could be.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Psalm 127, Ecclesiastes 1:2

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HOME VALUES: A Healthy Marriage, A Living Portrait of the Gospel

First Burleson — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this message from Ephesians 5:25-33, guest preacher Billy Beacham unpacks one of the most familiar passages on marriage in the New Testament and shows how it points to something bigger than the couple themselves. Marriage, he explains, is meant to be a living portrait of Christ's love for the church—husbands loving sacrificially, wives responding with respect, and two people becoming one over a lifetime rather than in a single moment.

The heart of the sermon is simple but convicting: teachability is the key to a healthy marriage. Drawing on Ephesians, Genesis, and Tim Keller's writing on marriage, Billy encourages couples to make their spouse their best friend, to serve rather than keep score, to consciously bring out the best in each other, and to let God grow them through the very relationship that knows their flaws best. This will especially encourage couples going through a hard season, along with singles and anyone wondering what a Christ-centered marriage actually looks like.

Billy is honest about the pain some marriages carry, sharing stories of couples who have seen God restore what felt broken, and reminding listeners that focusing on their own 10 percent—rather than their spouse's 90 percent—is often where real change begins.

Preacher: Billy Beacham, Guest Preacher

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:5, 1 Corinthians 7:7, Colossians 3:19, Proverbs 15:13, Proverbs 17:22, Jeremiah 17:9

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HOME VALUES: The Design

First Burleson — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This sermon opens a new series called Home Values, which looks at nine biblical principles for marriage and family life. Pastor Chris begins in Genesis 2:18–25, showing that marriage and family were not humanity's idea but God's design from the very beginning of creation, and that His design was declared very good.

The main takeaway is that while sin has broken and distorted God's original design, God is a God of redemption who can take broken people and broken marriages and make something beautiful out of them, much like the art of mending broken pottery with gold. This message is especially encouraging for anyone who feels like their family doesn't fit a perfect mold — single adults, single parents, blended families, or those carrying wounds from the past — reminding them that God's grace and presence are for them too.

The sermon also unpacks three marks of God's very good design for marriage: it is a relationship of priority (the leave and cleave principle), a relationship of covenant rather than contract, and a relationship of intimacy marked by openness and trust, closing with an invitation to let Christ's love fill and flow through every marriage and family.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Genesis 2:18–25, Genesis 1:31, Genesis 3, Matthew 19, Ephesians 6, 1 John 4:7–11

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Sunday Message Recap - The Prodigal Son

First Burleson — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0500

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Daniel and Sam are joined by THE Chris Wigley to talk about what he's FIRED UP about, the end of our More to the Story Series, and what's coming up at First Baptist Burleson.

MORE TO THE STORY: The Parable of the Prodigal Son

First Burleson — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This sermon walks through one of the most familiar stories Jesus ever told — the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15. Set against the backdrop of Pharisees grumbling that Jesus welcomed sinners, the story reveals a father whose love for both a reckless younger son and a resentful older son is far more extravagant than either son deserved.

The main point is simple but powerful: the story isn't really about how far a sinner can run, but about how far God's grace can reach. Anyone who has ever felt too far gone, or anyone who has quietly kept score with God like a dutiful older brother, will find real encouragement here — a reminder that the Father runs toward us, not away from us.

The sermon closes with two applications: personally receiving the Father's grace no matter which son we resemble, and corporately reflecting that same grace as a church that moves toward the broken rather than standing at a distance from them.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Luke 15:11–32, Luke 15:1–2, Romans 5:8, Hebrews 12:2, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 3:16

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Sunday Message Recap: The Persistent Widow

First Burleson — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:49:24 -0500

Daniel and Sam are joined by Daniel Lacy this week to talk about Groups ministry and the power of prayer.

MORE TO THE STORY: The Parable of the Persistent Widow

First Burleson — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In Luke 18:1-8, Jesus tells the story of a persistent widow who keeps bringing her case before an uncaring judge until he finally grants her justice. Jesus tells this parable for a clear reason: so that his disciples would always pray and never lose heart. This message walks through the parable, its point, and how to live it out, especially for anyone who has prayed the same prayer for a long time and wondered if God is even listening.

The main point is this: we keep praying not because persistence earns us an answer from a reluctant God, but because God is genuinely good, nothing like the unrighteous judge in the story. This is especially encouraging for anyone in a season of waiting, whether it's a health diagnosis, a struggling marriage, a wayward child, or a financial burden, who needs the reminder that God never grows tired of hearing from them.

The sermon closes with two practical takeaways: develop a persistent prayer life, following the example of Jesus and the early church, and let prayer be an ongoing expression of faith woven through every part of life rather than confined to a 'Jesus compartment.' The encouragement for everyone is simple: don't stop praying, because God has not stopped listening.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Luke 18:1–8, Luke 11:5–8, Luke 3:21, Luke 6:12, Luke 22:32, Luke 22:40, Luke 23:46, 1 Peter 5:7, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

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MORE TO THE STORY: The Parable of the Rich Fool

First Burleson — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:07:34 -0500

This sermon walks through Luke 12:13–21, the parable Jesus told after a young man interrupted his teaching to demand a fair share of his father's inheritance. Before Jesus ever tells the story of the rich fool who built bigger barns, he exposes the real issue underneath the argument between two brothers: greed. From there he tells of a wealthy landowner whose crops were so abundant he decided to tear down his barns, build bigger ones, and coast on his success — only to have God call him a fool the very night he died.

The main point is simple but convicting: life does not consist in the abundance of possessions, and anything we treasure more than God will always have a natural enemy that can take it away. This message is especially encouraging for anyone who has quietly let money, comfort, or possessions become more important than their relationship with the Lord, and for anyone wrestling with what it truly means to be 'rich toward God.'

The sermon closes by turning to Jesus' call to his disciples not to worry about food or clothing but to seek treasure in heaven, illustrated by the true story of Robert the Bruce, whose heart never reached the treasure he prized most. The closing question lingers: is the treasure of your life worth your heart?

Preacher: Dr. Steve Mullen, Trustee

Scripture: Luke 12:13–21, Luke 12:22–34, 1 Timothy 6:10, Genesis 45, Judges 14, 2 Kings 5

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Sunday Message Recap: The Good Samaritan

First Burleson — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Sam is joined by Minister of Modern Worship, Josh Farhart. They discuss life at First Burleson and Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan.

MORE TO THE STORY: The Good Samaritan

First Burleson — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:37:08 -0500

This sermon explores Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25–37 as part of FBB's summer series through the parables. What begins as a lawyer's question about inheriting eternal life quickly exposes a deeper issue: instead of asking how to love others, he's looking for the limits of who deserves his love. Jesus responds by telling a story that turns those expectations upside down, revealing that the real question isn't, "Who is my neighbor?" but, "Will I become a neighbor to the person in need?"

Through the contrast between the priest, the Levite, and the Samaritan, this message highlights three marks of a good neighbor: caring compassion, gracious generosity, and courageous commitment. Compassion isn't just a feeling, it is a choice and a tool for the betterment of God's creation on earth. Generosity uses what God has entrusted to us for the good of others. Commitment stays present long after the immediate crisis has passed. Together, these qualities paint a picture of the kind of love Jesus calls his followers to live out every day.

The sermon also reminds us that the Good Samaritan ultimately points beyond itself to Jesus. We are the wounded traveler, and Christ is the one who came to us, healed our wounds, paid our debt, and promised to return. Because we have received that kind of mercy, we are now sent to extend it to others. The message closes with a challenge to stop asking where love ends and instead become the kind of people who reflect the compassion of Christ to whoever is in front of us.

Preacher: Matt Armendarez, Student Minister

Scripture: Luke 10:25–37, Deuteronomy 6:4–5, Leviticus 19:18, Numbers 19:11

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Sunday Message Recap: Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders

First Burleson — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:07:22 -0500

Recappers - your favorites are back after a busy start to the Summer! Daniel and Sam talk about Daylight Savings Time and Daniel's sabbatical travels before jumping into reflections from last Sunday's message.

MORE TO THE STORY: The Wise and Foolish Builders

First Burleson — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This sermon walks through Jesus' parable of the wise and foolish builders in Luke 6:46-49, part of the church's summer series through the parables. Both builders construct homes that look similar on the outside, but only one takes the time to dig deep and lay a foundation on rock. When the storm comes, the difference between the two houses has nothing to do with appearance and everything to do with what lies underneath.

The main point is simple but searching: it's not what you know, it's who you know and follow. Knowing facts about Jesus isn't the same as building your life on him through obedience. This message will encourage anyone who has ever wondered whether their faith is more talk than practice, and it offers real hope that a life built on Christ can stand firm no matter what storms come.

The sermon closes with a call to seek wisdom rather than just information, and a reminder that foundations are built long before the storms arrive, not during them. It ends with an invitation to come to Jesus, hear him, and obey him, wherever someone finds themselves in that progression.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Luke 6:46–49, Matthew 7:24–27, Proverbs 4:7, James 1:5, James 1:22, John 14:6, 1 Peter 4:12

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MORE TO THE STORY: God's Generosity and Grace

First Burleson — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Matthew 20:1–16 contains one of Jesus' most striking parables — the workers in the vineyard. In it, a landowner hires laborers throughout the day, yet pays everyone the same wage at the end, sparking outrage from those who worked the longest. Pastor Chris Wigley unpacks this parable as part of the "More to the Story" series, showing that the story isn't really about wages or fairness — it's about the breathtaking generosity of God.

The central takeaway is that God is not simply fair — He is more than fair. He is gracious. The sermon draws a clear distinction between mercy (not receiving what our sin deserves) and grace (receiving what we could never earn), and challenges listeners to ask which worker they identify with. Two practical responses emerge: focus on God's generosity rather than comparing yourself to others, and resist the trap of entitlement — the dangerous belief that God owes us anything.

This message will resonate with anyone who has wrestled with feeling overlooked by God, struggled with comparison, or quietly wondered whether their faithfulness ought to earn them something more. It is ultimately an invitation — whether you are hearing the gospel for the first time or simply need to regain perspective on how good God has already been to you.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Matthew 20:1–16, Matthew 19:30, Romans 6:23

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MORE TO THE STORY: Don't Waste Your Life

First Burleson — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In Matthew 25:14–30, Jesus tells the Parable of the Talents — a story about a master who entrusts his servants with extraordinary resources before departing on a long journey. When he returns, he settles accounts, rewarding those who invested faithfully and rebuking the one who buried what he had been given out of fear. This sermon from Pastor Chris Wigley walks through the parable carefully, unpacking who the characters are, what a "talent" was worth, and what Jesus was really driving at.

The central challenge of the passage is this: don't waste the life God has entrusted to you. Everything we have — our time, abilities, finances, opportunities, and relationships — belongs to God. We are not owners; we are stewards. Pastor Chris draws out three practical responses: think stewardship over ownership, get to know the master (because how we view Jesus shapes how we live for him), and don't let fear keep you from faithfulness. The sermon is especially encouraging for anyone who has ever felt like the "one talent" person — overwhelmed, under-qualified, or paralyzed by fear.

The sermon closes with a moving reflection on the brevity of life and a call to respond — whether by trusting Christ for the first time or by posturing your heart before observing the Lord's Supper together.

Scripture: Matthew 25:14–30, Acts 1:8, James 1:17, 1 Corinthians 11

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MORE TO THE STORY: Forgiven to Forgive

First Burleson — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:28:36 -0500

In Matthew 18:21–35, Jesus tells the parable of the unforgiving servant — a story prompted by Peter's question about how many times we must forgive someone who wrongs us. Through a vivid contrast between a servant forgiven an impossible debt and that same servant's refusal to forgive a far smaller one, Jesus teaches that those who have received radical grace from God are called to extend radical grace to others.

The central takeaway is both simple and searching: forgiven people should be forgiving people. Pastor Chris Wigley walks through what forgiveness actually means — distinguishing it from reconciliation, addressing the fear that forgiveness lets an offender off the hook, and showing that unforgiveness ultimately tortures the one holding it. This message will encourage anyone who has found it genuinely hard to let go of a deep hurt, while gently challenging every listener to remember the immeasurable grace they themselves have received.

The sermon closes with a personal invitation — for those who have never received God's forgiveness, and for those carrying unforgiveness they are ready to lay down.

Scripture: Matthew 18:21–35, Luke 7

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MORE TO THE STORY: The Hidden Treasure & the Pearl

First Burleson — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:12:15 -0500

In Matthew 13:44–46, Jesus tells two of his shortest parables: a man who stumbles upon a treasure hidden in a field, and a merchant who spends his life searching for the finest pearl. Both men find something so valuable that they joyfully sell everything they own to possess it. In this sermon, Pastor Chris Wigley explores what Jesus meant when he said the kingdom of heaven is like that treasure — surpassing worth that reorders a person's entire life.

The central point is not the price paid, but the value of what is found. Jesus himself is that treasure, and his kingdom is worth more than anything this world offers. Whether someone stumbles into faith unexpectedly or arrives after a long search for meaning, the discovery is the same: Jesus is the source of true peace, purpose, and satisfaction. The sermon closes with three soul-searching questions meant to be carried through the week — What is of surpassing value to me? Where is my source of joy? And what might I be missing?

This message is part of the summer series "More to the Story" and is especially encouraging for anyone who feels like something is missing in life, as well as for believers who need a fresh reminder to reorder their lives around Christ rather than merely fitting him into an already crowded schedule.

Scripture: Matthew 13:44–46, Romans 3:10–12, Ephesians 2:8–9

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Sunday Message Recap: Parable of the Mustard Seed

First Burleson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this recap episode Sam and Ashley talk about Family Ministry and how to take advantage of the little moments.

MORE TO THE STORY: The Mustard Seed/The Leaven

First Burleson — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:57:55 -0500

In week two of our summer parables series, we look at two short but powerful pictures Jesus paints of the Kingdom of Heaven. A tiny mustard seed grows into a tree large enough to shelter birds, and a small bit of leaven works its way through an entire batch of dough. The big idea: God accomplishes significant things from insignificant beginnings.

Along the way we tackle a common skeptic's objection about the "smallest of all seeds," trace this Kingdom principle through the lives of Joseph, David, the disciples, and Jesus Himself, and land on three practical takeaways: God still uses our insignificance for His glory, God is working even when you can't see it, and small compromises can grow into major departures—so guard against the "mustard seed" decisions too.

An invitation to stay faithful in the small things, trusting that in God's economy, small is big.

Sunday Message Recap: Parable of the Sower

First Burleson — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this recap episode Sam and Matt talk about Student Ministry and how to examine the condition of your heart.

MORE TO THE STORY: The Sower

First Burleson — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:27:25 -0500

This sermon kicks off a new summer series called "More to the Story," which walks through several parables of Jesus. Pastor Chris Wigley begins with the parable of the sower from Matthew 13, one of the most well-known parables in Scripture and the only one Jesus explains in full detail, verse by verse. In it, a farmer scatters seed that falls on four different types of soil, each representing a different condition of the human heart toward God's word.

The main point is simple but searching: the seed and the sower stay the same, but the soil determines what happens when God's word is received. Jesus describes a hard heart, a shallow heart, a divided heart, and a fruitful heart, and calls his listeners to honestly examine which one describes them. This message will encourage anyone who wants to keep sharing their faith even when it feels discouraging, and anyone willing to ask hard, honest questions about the condition of their own heart before God.

The sermon closes by connecting this self-examination to the Lord's Supper, inviting people to respond to God's word rather than just hear it, and to allow God to till the soil of their hearts so his word can take root and bear fruit.

Preacher: Chris Wigley, Lead Pastor

Scripture: Matthew 13:1–23, 1 Corinthians 2:12–14, Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 11

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Sunday Message Recap: Psalm 145

First Burleson — Fri, 29 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this recap episode Daniel and Sam talk about the importance of Family Worship and talk plans for the summer.

WORSHIP: A Look at Psalm 145

First Burleson — Tue, 26 May 2026 14:19:43 -0500

In this special Family Worship Sunday message from Psalm 145, Executive Pastor Daniel Morrow reminds us that worship is far more than music or routine — it is a wholehearted response to who God is and all He has done. Looking at the faithfulness, goodness, mercy, and everlasting reign of God, this message challenges every generation to praise the Lord together and pass down the wonder of His works. Worship is praising God for what He’s done, for who He is, for what He will continue to do, and who He will always be.

RESURRECTION POWER: Empowered for a Mission

First Burleson — Tue, 26 May 2026 08:57:55 -0500

In this final message from the Resurrection Power series, Pastor Chris Wigley unpacks Jesus’ final words in Matthew 28:16–20 and Acts 1:6–9, reminding us that the resurrection is not just something we believe in, but something we live for. Because Jesus rose from the grave, He has all authority, gives us a mission to make disciples, and empowers us through the Holy Spirit to be His witnesses wherever we go.

Sunday Message Recap: Empowered For a Mission

First Burleson — Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this recap episode Daniel and Sam banter about the "Big C" Church and plans for the future before diving into some things they've been thinking about since Sunday.

RESURRECTION POWER: When Life Throws You a Curve Ball

First Burleson — Mon, 11 May 2026 13:42:52 -0500

In this message from Luke 24:13–35, Pastor Chris Wigley explores how the resurrection power of Jesus gives us hope when life throws unexpected curveballs. Looking at the story of the road to Emmaus, we see how Jesus meets us in disappointment, confusion, and unmet expectations. Through this passage, we are reminded to trust God’s presence, press into His Word, and gather with His people as we navigate difficult seasons of life.

RESURRECTION POWER: The Power of Eternal Life

First Burleson — Tue, 05 May 2026 11:37:40 -0500

Pastor Chris Wigley continues the Resurrection Power series with a message from John 11:17–27, exploring how Jesus’ declaration, “I am the resurrection and the life,” transforms how we view life and death. Through the story of Lazarus, we see that eternal life is rooted in the person of Jesus, experienced as a present reality through the Holy Spirit, and secured as a future promise for all who believe. This message offers hope in the face of grief, reminds us that we don’t have to live defeated, and calls us to walk in the fullness of life that Jesus provides—both now and forever.

Sunday Message Recap: A New Beginning

First Burleson — Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In his episode Daniel and Sam catch up on a eventful weekend and share some thoughts on the work that goes into preparing to preach the Word of God.

RESURRECTION POWER: A New Beginning

First Burleson — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:49:38 -0500

In this message, Student Minister Matt Armendarez teaches on “Resurrection Power: A New Beginning” from 2 Corinthians 5:14–21, highlighting what it truly means to experience new life in Christ. He explains that those transformed by the resurrection are controlled by the love of Christ, no longer living for themselves but for Him; changed by Christ, becoming new creations with a restored relationship with God; and consistent in their witness, living as ambassadors who faithfully represent Jesus to the world. This message is a powerful reminder that the resurrection doesn’t just offer a fresh start—it produces a completely new life marked by love, transformation, and purpose.

Sunday Message Recap: The Power of Forgiveness

First Burleson — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:26:05 -0500

In this recap episode Daniel and Sam banter about Daniel's favorite "soap opera" before diving into some things they've been thinking about since Sunday.

RESURRECTION POWER: The Power of Forgiveness

First Burleson — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:50:31 -0500

In this message from Luke 24:36–49, Pastor Chris Wigley explores the life-changing power of forgiveness made possible through the resurrection of Jesus. Stepping into the fear, doubt, and failure of His disciples, Jesus meets them in their mess—not with condemnation, but with peace—and proves that their sin has been fully paid for. This sermon unpacks how Jesus secures our forgiveness through His death and resurrection, calls us to respond with repentance and faith, and sends us out to share that same message with others. Because Jesus is alive, forgiveness is real, freedom is available, and every believer is empowered to live and proclaim it.

RESURRECTION POWER: We Have Hope

First Burleson — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this message, Pastor Chris Wigley walks through Romans 5:1–5 to show how the resurrection doesn’t just secure our eternity—it transforms our everyday lives. Through Christ, we are given a settled past, a secure present, and a certain future.

No matter what you’re walking through today, this message will remind you that real, unshakable hope isn’t wishful thinking—it’s a confident expectation rooted in the finished work of Jesus.

RESURRECTION POWER: Because Jesus Rose

First Burleson — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:53:18 -0500

Celebrate Easter with a powerful message from 1 Corinthians 15:1–24 as Pastor Chris Wigley explores what it really means that Jesus rose from the dead. Confronting the honest question, “What if the resurrection isn’t true?” this message shows why everything in the Christian faith rises or falls on the empty tomb. Because Jesus is alive, the gospel is proven, our sins are forgiven, transformation is possible, and eternal hope is secure. Discover how the resurrection is not just a moment in history—but the power that changes your past, present, and future.

Sunday Message Recap: Easter 2026

First Burleson — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode Sam and Daniel share insights from their Easter 2026 weekend including some family fun and hot takes on kids movies. They then spend some time chatting about how the resurrection of Jesus effects our lives today.

Special Show Notes
Chris' Easter 2026 Manuscript: Because Jesus Rose
Daniel's Easter SketchNotes: Daniel Because Jesus Rose

Sunday Message Recap: In Our Community Part 1

First Burleson — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This week Sam & Daniel sit down to talk about part 1 of Pastor Chris' message from Sunday. We apologize for some glitching in the audio this week, it is us, not your phone :)

ALWAYS JESUS: With Our Community – Part 1

First Burleson — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this message from Colossians 4:7–15, Pastor Chris Wigley shows how a simple list of names reveals the heart of a vibrant, gospel-centered community. Highlighting key “ingredients” like loving God’s people, speaking truth in love, seeing the church as family, pursuing reconciliation, and praying for one another, this sermon reminds us that life in Christ was never meant to be lived alone—and challenges us to step into the kind of community where we grow stronger together.

Sunday Message Recap: In Our Speech

First Burleson — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In This Episode Daniel is joined by Matt Armendarez and Daniel Lacy to talk more about the sermon, "Always Jesus: In Our Speech".

ALWAYS JESUS: In Our Speech

First Burleson — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In In Our Speech, Student Minister Matt Armendarez continues our Always Jesus series from Colossians 4:2–6, reminding us that a life centered on Christ shapes the way we communicate. Matt highlights two key areas: how we speak to God through prayer and how we speak with others in everyday conversations. As Paul teaches, believers are called to pray with discipline, purpose, and thanksgiving, and to engage others with wisdom, grace, and words seasoned with salt. This message challenges us to make the most of every opportunity, allowing our prayers and our conversations to reflect the transforming power of Jesus.

Sunday Message Recap: In Our Work

First Burleson — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Daniel & Sam sit down and discuss this last weeks message, In Our Homes.

ALWAYS JESUS: In Our Work

First Burleson — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:49:38 -0500

In In Our Work, we continue our Always Jesus series through Colossians 3:22–4:1 as Paul shows how the gospel reshapes even the way we approach our jobs. Whether under authority or in positions of leadership, followers of Jesus are called to work with obedience, diligence, purpose, and patience—remembering that our ultimate Master is Christ. This message reminds us that work is not separate from our faith; it is one of the everyday places where we can honor Jesus, serve others, and reflect His character. In Christ, even Monday mornings take on eternal meaning.

Sunday Message Recap: In Our Homes

First Burleson — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600

Daniel & Sam sit down and discuss Pastor Chris' message from this past Sunday.

ALWAYS JESUS: In Our Homes

First Burleson — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:41:55 -0600

In In Our Homes, Pastor Chris Wigley returns to our Always Jesus series with a timely and grace-filled message from Colossians 3:18–21. As Paul brings the gospel into everyday family life, this passage speaks directly to wives, husbands, children, and parents—showing how Christ transforms our homes from the inside out. With pastoral care and biblical clarity, this message reminds us that when Jesus reigns in our relationships, the gospel is displayed in powerful, practical ways. No matter your season of life, this teaching invites all of us to honor Christ where it matters most—at home.

Sunday Message Recap: The Christian Life

First Burleson — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:11:50 -0600

Sam & Daniel discuss Brother Mike's Message from Sunday morning and take a look at what is coming up this week.

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ALWAYS JESUS: The Christian Life

First Burleson — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:05:58 -0600

In this week’s message from Colossians 3:12–17, former pastor Dr. Mike Milburn joins us in our Always Jesus series with a timely reminder of what the Christian life is meant to look like. Using the picture of a spiritual wardrobe, Dr. Milburn walks us through what it means to “put on” the character of Christ—compassion, kindness, humility, patience, forgiveness, and above all, love. As Paul teaches, an Always Jesus life is shaped from the inside out by the peace of Christ, the Word of Christ, and a daily commitment to live every moment in the name of Jesus. This message calls us to clothe our lives in Christlikeness and let His Word become part of our spiritual DNA.

Sunday Message Recap: For New Life

First Burleson — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

In this inaugural episode, Sam and Daniel talk more about the latest sermon in our Always Jesus series Always Jesus: For New Life.

ALWAYS JESUS: For New Life

First Burleson — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:14:50 -0600

In this week's message, For New Life, Pastor Chris continues our Always Jesus series through Colossians 3:1–10 as Paul shows what happens when Jesus truly moves in. Because we’ve been raised with Christ, our relationship is changed—and that change reshapes our mindset and our daily walk. In this message, Chris Wigley calls us to set our hearts and minds on things above and to live out our new identity by putting to death what belongs to the old life and putting on the new self. This passage reminds us that the gospel doesn’t just forgive us—it transforms us, giving us a new way to think, a new way to live, and a new life in Christ.

ALWAYS JESUS: For True Freedom

First Burleson — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:32:40 -0600

In this week's message, For True Freedom, Pastor Chris continues our Always Jesus series through Colossians 2:16–23 as Paul warns the church about spiritual “ditches” that can pull believers away from Christ. This passage exposes the captivity of legalism, mysticism, and self-made religion—and points us back to the only place real freedom is found: Jesus. As we remember the gospel, find our satisfaction in Christ, and trade performance for presence, we learn to walk in the light burden and steady joy Jesus offers. True freedom isn’t found in doing more, feeling more, or denying more—it’s found in knowing Him more.

ALWAYS JESUS: For a New Walk

First Burleson — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:40:00 -0600

In this week's message, For a New Walk, we continue our Always Jesus series with a powerful call from Colossians 2:1–15 to stay focused on the gospel. This message reminds us that spiritual growth doesn’t come from adding rules, rituals, or philosophies—it comes from walking daily in Christ. As Paul teaches, when we are rooted, built up, and established in Jesus, we experience real life and true freedom. In a world full of distractions and empty promises, this passage points us back to the one place life is found: Jesus alone.

ALWAYS JESUS: In an Unchristian World

First Burleson — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:22:15 -0600

Chris and Daniel help us walk through Colossians 1:24-2:5 in a special round table discussion.

ALWAYS JESUS: Because He's Supreme

First Burleson — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:28:32 -0600

In week three of our Always Jesus series, Chris Wigley preaches Because He’s Supreme from Colossians 1:15–23, giving us a clearer picture of who Jesus truly is. In one of Scripture’s richest portraits of Christ, Paul magnifies Jesus as God, Creator, Sustainer, and Savior—Lord over all creation and Lord over our re-creation. This passage calls us to put Jesus first in everything and to rest in the truth that the One who holds the universe together can hold our lives together, too. As we continue in faith, stable and steadfast, we’re reminded why the Christian life is always centered on one reality: Jesus is supreme.

ALWAYS JESUS: Prayer for Spiritual Growth

First Burleson — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:31:56 -0600

In this week’s message from Colossians 1:9–14, we continue our Always Jesus series with a focus on Paul’s prayer for spiritual growth. Chris Wigley walks us through a powerful prayer that reveals God’s desire for every believer to grow in spiritual vision, spiritual vitality, and spiritual victory. From knowing God’s will, to walking in a way that pleases Him, to living in the freedom Christ has secured, this passage reminds us that real growth is not about trying harder—it’s about going deeper with Jesus. As we fix our eyes on Him, we discover that everything we need for life and godliness is found in Christ alone. Always. Only. Jesus.

ALWAYS JESUS: Always Only Jesus

First Burleson — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:00:47 -0600

In Sunday’s message from Colossians 1:1–9, Lead Pastor Chris Wigley launched our new series Always Jesus with a sermon titled Always, Only Jesus. As we step into a new year, we’re reminded that true spiritual growth doesn’t come from adding something to Jesus, but from going deeper in Him. Paul’s words to the church in Colossae show us that a growing faith is marked by trust in Christ, love for the church, a hope rooted in eternity, and a life that bears fruit. This message calls us to center every part of our lives—and our church—on one unchanging truth: it’s always, only Jesus.