Moses made several trips up the Holy Mountain of Sinai to commune with God. It so radically changed him the Word says that "rays of light shot out from his face" (Exodus 34:29). That's pretty radical. That's a genuine "God Encounter." But, Moses never stayed on the mountain. Moses went up the mountain to commune with God but he always came back down to communicate God's truth to the people. Moses balanced his life between the mountaintop and the market place.

First Baptist Church of Thousand Oaks

The Original Download

Our culture often times downplays the importance of fatherhood, but scripture clearly indicates the necessity of the male role in the life of children. In this message Pastor Jack explains this point in depth and explains how godliness has become a well crafted art.

The Art of Godliness

Richard Blain was a dedicated husband, father, friend and follower of Jesus. He was also a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Thousand Oaks and he will forever be missed. This short video gives us a glimpse of his life and allows his memory to carry on for years to come.

Richard Blain- Celebration of Life

The Psalms give us a broad pattern for preaching: beginning with the ugly realities of life and moving to glorious promises of God. Psalm 22 is a good example. It begins with the ultimate cry of despair--repeated on the cross by the Lord, in fact--but ends with "all the ends of the earth turning to the Lord" (vss 27-31). Ichabod has been stamped upon our nation. We have lost the glory, or weight of God's Providence upon our endeavors. Our money says, "Annuit Coeptis, or He has favored our endeavors," but our deplorable morals says something much different. In this message Pastor Jack explains this concept in-depth and how our lives should be lived differently.

Getting the Glory Back

I think of some maximum men and women who have changed the world. Men like Ghandi and Reagan. Women like Mother Teresa. Maximum disciples like the Apostle Paul, Charles Spurgeon, John Wesley, and of course, Billy Graham have made a huge contribution to our world. They were "maximum" men and women--nothing "moderate" about their passions and pursuits. I think of what the Apostle Paul said in this regard, "Whatever you do, do it as if you are doing it for the Lord, Himself" (Col.3:23). Certainly the Lord deserves nothing but excellence in our service--the maximum output of our devotion.

Mediocrity

In this message guest speaker, Robert Barnum, dives into John 17 and explains the importance of unity with God and his people.

The High Priestly Prayer

There are many people in scripture that we can look too as models of faith. However, Hannah is one that clearly exemplifies what faith should look like in our lives and in this message Pastor Jack describes exactly what that is.

Hannah: A Model of Faith

God is every searching for His lost children and we foolishly try to hide from him. Yet, when God does find us and we respond in humble repentance of our sins, accepting the free gift of salvation God offers, our lives are dramatically, wonderfully, and eternally changed. In this message Pastor Jack shares how to have this life changing experience take place in every person that desires it.

Tree People

I’m afraid nearly all the world is foolishly “Chasing Fleas.” We are so focused on what is immediately in front of us that we are almost completely blind of the vastness of eternity that awaits us. Instead of being consumed by the eternal matter of God’s will being done on earth as it is in heaven, we are consumed with “Chasing Fleas.” When we do this, we live miserably distracted lives.

Chasing Fleas

Choose a lower chair and get a higher blessing. This is a principle that is foundational to Christian living. Call it the "upside-downess" of Kingdom living. The first shall be last. The last shall be first. The way of leadership is humble service. To get a crown you wash a foot. The principle of the "upside-downness" of the Kingdom is sprinkled through the gospels like rainbow sprinkles on a donut.

The Best Seat in the House

Any weightlifter knows how much pain and suffering goes into building big muscles. The same principle applies to building spiritual muscles. It takes an enormous amount of dedication and sacrifice. Philosophers and theologians call it, "soul-building." That's the theme of this message and Pastor Jack explains how to become a soul builder.

Soul Building

Easter Sunday

Why is it called "Good Friday" if it is the time we remember Jesus dying on the cross? In this service, which we revisit from last year, Pastor Jack answers that question and explains why we can be filled with joy, even during such a somber occasion. The service ends with a special time of communion that can be enjoyed with your family.

Good Friday 2021

The people of Jerusalem were almost beyond containment emotionally as the Messiah road into their city--and who wouldn't be! For centuries the Jewish prophets had announced the future coming of the Messiah who would deliver the people from sin. Of course, they didn't quite grasp the spiritual nature of the Messiah's work, but they had been preparing for His arrival for many centuries. As surely as each prophesy of the First Coming of Jesus was fulfilled, so shall each and every prophesy of His Second Coming be fulfilled. But, is our world sitting on the edge of our spiritual seats anticipating with uncontainable excitement the Lord's soon coming?

Palm Sunday

Genesis 16 is a lesson on “what not to do during a challenging time in life.” In this message Pastor Jack examines this text and explains The Law of Holes, which states: “When you find yourself in a hole—throw away the shovel and stop digging!”

The Law of Holes

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