First Things

First Things | Fall 2026: Week Five

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:15:00 -0500

Ben Mandrell teaches from Jonah Chapter Two and provides the listeners with three points to help them when they feel like they are in deep trouble. The first is to face their situation: God allowed it to happen, the second is to own it: they played a part in their situation, and lastly is to surrender it: they receive what happens next.

First Things | Fall 2026: Week Four

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:15:00 -0500

Ben Mandrell preaches a message from James 3:1-12 focusing on the discipline of the tongue. He emphasizes the power of words to direct, destroy, or delight, and illustrates the spiritual significance of controlling speech, concluding with practical applications and a call for repentance.

First Things | Fall 2026: Week Three

Graham Inman — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:15:00 -0500

Graham Inman delivers a message focusing on the discipline of the mind using Ephesians 5:6-15 as his base passage. He highlights the transformation from darkness to light, the importance of walking wisely, and making the most of the present season by living in gratitude and obedience. The teaching challenges believers to pay careful attention to their spiritual walk as a response to God's grace and salvation.

First Things | Fall 2026: Week Two

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0500

In this sermon from the 'First Things' series, Ben Mandrell discusses the discipline of purity, focusing on 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8. He emphasizes God's will for sanctification through holiness and self-control over sexual desires, the impact of sexual choices on others, and the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers to live pure lives.

First Things | Fall 2026: Week One

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:15:00 -0500

September 17, 2026 | Ben Mandrell opens the fall session of First Things with Galatians 4:19 as the men begin Disciplines of a Godly Man. He explores the affection, agony, and aim of spiritual leadership, encouraging men to pursue Christlikeness without falling into pride or despair.

First Things | Week 9: Why We Study the Bible

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:32:00 -0500

April 2, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on why studying the Bible is important through 2 Timothy 3:14-17.

First Things | Week 8: Practicing Evangelism

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:21:00 -0500

March 26, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches in Luke 16 about how to practice evangelism.

First Things | Week 7: Shine Brighter

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:58:00 -0500

March 12, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on Ephesians 5 and how we ought to live apart from the world and shine our lights brighter for others to see.

First Things | Week 6: Becoming Redwoods

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:28:00 -0600

March 5, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches on the importance of men building each other up through community in Hebrews 10.

First Things | Week Five: The Man Who Lost His Soul

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:14:00 -0600

February 26, 2026 | Pastor Ben teaches in Judges 16 on how we as men can keep our soul pure before God.

First Things | Week Four: Jesus and Judging

Pastor Ben Mandrell — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:18:00 -0600

February 19, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches through Matthew 7 about the dangers of having a critical spirit.

First Things | Week Three

Ben Mandrell — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:29:12 -0600

February 12, 2026 | In 1 Samuel 13-14, we see the courageous example of Jonathan, who chooses faith and risk over fear and complacency, showing what true masculinity looks like. This episode explores the call for men to embrace their God-given roles with adventurous faith, stepping out boldly even when it means going against poor examples from the past. Join us as we uncover the Jonathan heart and its vital place in the church and society today.

First Things | Week Two

Ben Mandrell — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:08:14 -0600

February 5, 2026 | Pastor Ben Mandrell teaches through 1 Samuel 25 on how to navigate relationships in a healthy way.

First Things | Week One

Ben Mandrell — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:13:31 -0600

January 22, 2026 | In this episode based on Matthew 5:8, we explore the vital priorities for a godly man: God, family, and work, emphasizing the need to keep God first to truly lead and serve well. Through heartfelt encouragement and practical illustrations, listeners are challenged to pursue purity of heart and prepare to see God as the greatest vision in life. Join us for a powerful message on living with intentionality and faithfulness.