First Baptist Church Staunton Mon, 18 May 2026 13:38:55 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2569795 en-us © 2026 First Baptist Church Staunton yes 5f95a389-e97a-5eb7-a37f-303a9770c1d4 Michael Nay episodic false Sunday messages taught at First Baptist Church of Staunton, Virgina.


First Baptist Church of Staunton is a community who desires to love and follow Jesus that we can become like Jesus for the sake of the world.  

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Michael Nay https://storage.buzzsprout.com/wjz7re1m2206z2v6rlnrzogkeizt?.jpg First Baptist Church Staunton Jonah and Jesus- Part 5 5.10.26 Jonah and Jesus- Part 5 5.10.26 Jonah finally obeys and an entire city stops in its tracks. In this sermon we walk through chapter 3 and wrestle with two themes in Scripture: justice and repentance.  We'll close with a conversation betweenJesus and Pilate. 

]]> Jonah finally obeys and an entire city stops in its tracks. In this sermon we walk through chapter 3 and wrestle with two themes in Scripture: justice and repentance.  We'll close with a conversation betweenJesus and Pilate. 

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-19197135 Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1436 full false Jonah and Jesus- Part 4 5.10.26 Jonah and Jesus- Part 4 5.10.26 From the belly of a great fish, Jonah prays. In this episode we sit with Jonah in the darkness of chapter 2 as he reflects on the choices that brought him there and discovers that grace has a way of finding us even in the places we never intended to be. 

His prayer is desperate and soaked in the language of a man fully in the hands of God.  In surrender we begin to see the outline of another who would descend into darkness and rise again, showing us that the deepest prayers are often prayed from the deepest places.

]]> From the belly of a great fish, Jonah prays. In this episode we sit with Jonah in the darkness of chapter 2 as he reflects on the choices that brought him there and discovers that grace has a way of finding us even in the places we never intended to be. 

His prayer is desperate and soaked in the language of a man fully in the hands of God.  In surrender we begin to see the outline of another who would descend into darkness and rise again, showing us that the deepest prayers are often prayed from the deepest places.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-19173260 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1776 full false Jonah and Jesus- Part 3 (Victoria Nay) 5.3.26 Jonah and Jesus- Part 3 (Victoria Nay) 5.3.26 God hurls a great wind. The sailors cry out. Jonah sleeps. 

In this episode we slow down in Jonah 1:4–17 learning how to ask qood questions as we meditate and study on scripture. The questions will lead us to a powerful conversation Jesus has with a Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28.

]]> God hurls a great wind. The sailors cry out. Jonah sleeps. 

In this episode we slow down in Jonah 1:4–17 learning how to ask qood questions as we meditate and study on scripture. The questions will lead us to a powerful conversation Jesus has with a Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-19121139 Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2196 full false Jonah and Jesus- Part 2 3.26.26 Jonah and Jesus- Part 2 3.26.26 Who was Jonah really? Before we follow him onto the boat, we need to meet him. In part 2 of our series, Jonah and Jesus, we dig into Jonah 1:1–3 to uncover who this prophet was, what he already knew about the God who was sending him, and why that knowledge may have been precisely why he ran.   

And as we read Jonah, we continue to discover how Jesus showed his disciples in Luke 24, the whole Old Testament whispers his name. We're learning to read with those ears — slowly, meditatively, not just for information but for transformation.

]]> Who was Jonah really? Before we follow him onto the boat, we need to meet him. In part 2 of our series, Jonah and Jesus, we dig into Jonah 1:1–3 to uncover who this prophet was, what he already knew about the God who was sending him, and why that knowledge may have been precisely why he ran.   

And as we read Jonah, we continue to discover how Jesus showed his disciples in Luke 24, the whole Old Testament whispers his name. We're learning to read with those ears — slowly, meditatively, not just for information but for transformation.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-19082702 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 1751 full false Jonah and Jesus- Part 1 3.19.26 Jonah and Jesus- Part 1 3.19.26 What if the Old Testament is less a rulebook and more an invitation to encounter Jesus? In this series, we open the book of Jonah through the lens of Luke 24, where the risen Jesus himself teaches his disciples how to read Scripture — and everything changes. 

Together we'll slow down, meditate, and discover deeper layers of grace, repentance, and mission hidden in a story you thought you already knew. Join us as we read not just for information, but for transformation.

]]> What if the Old Testament is less a rulebook and more an invitation to encounter Jesus? In this series, we open the book of Jonah through the lens of Luke 24, where the risen Jesus himself teaches his disciples how to read Scripture — and everything changes. 

Together we'll slow down, meditate, and discover deeper layers of grace, repentance, and mission hidden in a story you thought you already knew. Join us as we read not just for information, but for transformation.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-19048524 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1718 full false "Generosity" Pastor Rob Spencer 4.12.26 "Generosity" Pastor Rob Spencer 4.12.26 Michael Nay Buzzsprout-19022591 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2330 full false Easter Sunday 2026 Easter Sunday 2026 In this Easter Sunday episode, we turn to John 20 to explore the resurrection of Jesus and the question at its core: is it fact or fiction? Walking through the eyewitness accounts, the empty tomb, and the responses of those who first encountered the risen Christ, we’re invited to wrestle with the reality of the resurrection. This message challenges both doubt and belief, pointing to the resurrection as the foundation of Christian hope. Ultimately, it calls us to respond personally to the risen Jesus with faith, trust, and renewed life.

]]> In this Easter Sunday episode, we turn to John 20 to explore the resurrection of Jesus and the question at its core: is it fact or fiction? Walking through the eyewitness accounts, the empty tomb, and the responses of those who first encountered the risen Christ, we’re invited to wrestle with the reality of the resurrection. This message challenges both doubt and belief, pointing to the resurrection as the foundation of Christian hope. Ultimately, it calls us to respond personally to the risen Jesus with faith, trust, and renewed life.

]]> Buzzsprout-18969301 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1444 full false Abide-Part 7 "death" 3.29.26 Abide-Part 7 "death" 3.29.26 In this episode of Abide, we reflect on John 12 and Mary’s act of anointing Jesus’ feet, a moment rich with love, humility, and prophetic meaning. As the series centers on John 15, this story invites us to consider what it means to abide not only in Jesus’ life, but in His coming death. With Holy Week on the horizon, we’re called to slow down and dwell in the weight of the cross and the depth of Christ’s sacrifice. Mary’s devotion becomes a model for abiding in Jesus with reverence, surrender, and a deep awareness of what lies ahead.

]]> In this episode of Abide, we reflect on John 12 and Mary’s act of anointing Jesus’ feet, a moment rich with love, humility, and prophetic meaning. As the series centers on John 15, this story invites us to consider what it means to abide not only in Jesus’ life, but in His coming death. With Holy Week on the horizon, we’re called to slow down and dwell in the weight of the cross and the depth of Christ’s sacrifice. Mary’s devotion becomes a model for abiding in Jesus with reverence, surrender, and a deep awareness of what lies ahead.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18969249 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1642 full false Abide-Part 6 "Joy" 3.22.26 Abide-Part 6 "Joy" 3.22.26 In this episode of Abide, we explore what it means to choose joy through the spiritual practice of celebration. Drawing from John 15 and the story of Jesus at the wedding in Cana in John 2, we see how abiding in Christ leads to a life marked not by obligation, but by deep, lasting joy. Jesus’ first miracle reveals a God who delights in restoration, abundance, and rejoicing with His people. As we remain in Him, we are invited to embrace celebration as a powerful expression of faith and trust in His goodness.

]]> In this episode of Abide, we explore what it means to choose joy through the spiritual practice of celebration. Drawing from John 15 and the story of Jesus at the wedding in Cana in John 2, we see how abiding in Christ leads to a life marked not by obligation, but by deep, lasting joy. Jesus’ first miracle reveals a God who delights in restoration, abundance, and rejoicing with His people. As we remain in Him, we are invited to embrace celebration as a powerful expression of faith and trust in His goodness.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18907982 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1905 full false Abide-Part 5 "Serve" 3.15.26 Abide-Part 5 "Serve" 3.15.26 In Part 5 of our Abide series, we turn to John 13 and the powerful moment when Jesus washes His disciples’ feet, revealing the heart of true servant leadership. Jesus shows that abiding in Him isn’t just about belief it’s about humbly serving others the way He served us. This episode also celebrates a meaningful moment in our church as we ordain one of our newest deacons, recognizing a call to lead through service. 

]]> In Part 5 of our Abide series, we turn to John 13 and the powerful moment when Jesus washes His disciples’ feet, revealing the heart of true servant leadership. Jesus shows that abiding in Him isn’t just about belief it’s about humbly serving others the way He served us. This episode also celebrates a meaningful moment in our church as we ordain one of our newest deacons, recognizing a call to lead through service. 

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18854583 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1596 full false Abide-Part 4 "Love" 3.8.26 Abide-Part 4 "Love" 3.8.26 In Part 4 of our Abide sermon series in the Gospel of John, we explore the theme of love through the conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4. This encounter reveals a love that crosses boundaries, breaks through shame, and meets us exactly where we are. Discover how Jesus offers living water and invites us into a deeper, transforming relationship with Him. 

]]> In Part 4 of our Abide sermon series in the Gospel of John, we explore the theme of love through the conversation between Jesus and the Samaritan woman in John 4. This encounter reveals a love that crosses boundaries, breaks through shame, and meets us exactly where we are. Discover how Jesus offers living water and invites us into a deeper, transforming relationship with Him. 

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18826527 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400 1922 full false Abide- Part 3 -"Words" 3.1.26 Abide- Part 3 -"Words" 3.1.26 In Part 3 of our Abide series, we turn to Gospel of John chapter 6, where Jesus declares, “I am the Bread of Life.” As the crowd searches for another miracle, Jesus invites them—and us—into something deeper than temporary satisfaction. What does it mean to truly hunger for Christ and depend on Him daily?

]]> In Part 3 of our Abide series, we turn to Gospel of John chapter 6, where Jesus declares, “I am the Bread of Life.” As the crowd searches for another miracle, Jesus invites them—and us—into something deeper than temporary satisfaction. What does it mean to truly hunger for Christ and depend on Him daily?

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18782879 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1964 full false Abide Part 2 "Questions" 2.22.26 Abide Part 2 "Questions" 2.22.26 Part 2 of our Abide series explores Jesus’ late-night conversation with Nicodemus in John 3. This is a moment filled with honest questions and spiritual curiosity. 

As Nicodemus wrestles with what it means to be “born again,” we see how Jesus welcomes sincere doubt and invites deeper understanding. 

What does it look like to abide in Christ when we don’t have all the answers? This episode unpacks how bringing our questions into the light can become the place where faith grows.

]]> Part 2 of our Abide series explores Jesus’ late-night conversation with Nicodemus in John 3. This is a moment filled with honest questions and spiritual curiosity. 

As Nicodemus wrestles with what it means to be “born again,” we see how Jesus welcomes sincere doubt and invites deeper understanding. 

What does it look like to abide in Christ when we don’t have all the answers? This episode unpacks how bringing our questions into the light can become the place where faith grows.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18734586 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0500 2150 full false Abide Part 1 (John 15) 2.15.26 Abide Part 1 (John 15) 2.15.26 This message begins our new series, Abide, centered on Jesus’ invitation in Gospel of John 15: “Remain in me, as I also remain in you.”

As we begin our journey through John’s Gospel, we explore what it truly means to remain  to Christ. In a culture that pushes us to strive and perform, Jesus calls us to something deeper — abiding.

]]> This message begins our new series, Abide, centered on Jesus’ invitation in Gospel of John 15: “Remain in me, as I also remain in you.”

As we begin our journey through John’s Gospel, we explore what it truly means to remain  to Christ. In a culture that pushes us to strive and perform, Jesus calls us to something deeper — abiding.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18701680 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2054 full false Prayer 101 (Guest Teacher: Clint Webb) Prayer 101 (Guest Teacher: Clint Webb) In this week’s episode, we welcome guest teacher Clint Webb as he concludes our Pray First series with the sermon Prayer 101. He dives into knowing God through prayer. Whether you’re new to prayer or looking to strengthen your spiritual practice, this episode offers a fresh perspective on making prayer the foundation of your daily life.

]]> In this week’s episode, we welcome guest teacher Clint Webb as he concludes our Pray First series with the sermon Prayer 101. He dives into knowing God through prayer. Whether you’re new to prayer or looking to strengthen your spiritual practice, this episode offers a fresh perspective on making prayer the foundation of your daily life.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18666107 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0500 1523 full false Pray First: Gratitude (Luke 11:1-4) Pray First: Gratitude (Luke 11:1-4) In this message from the Pray First series, we explore gratitude as a vital and formative practice in prayer—one that shapes our hearts, resists self-sufficiency, and becomes an act of worship. Thanksgiving reorients us toward God as the giver of every good gift. 

Even amid suffering and hardship, we’re invited to practice what Paul calls “giving thanks in all circumstances,” not by denying suffering, but by choosing praise despite it. Gratitude, rooted in “hallowed be your name,” becomes an act of "defiant adoration"—pushing back against cynicism, entitlement, and despair—and opening our lives to joy, humility, and deeper communion with God.

]]> In this message from the Pray First series, we explore gratitude as a vital and formative practice in prayer—one that shapes our hearts, resists self-sufficiency, and becomes an act of worship. Thanksgiving reorients us toward God as the giver of every good gift. 

Even amid suffering and hardship, we’re invited to practice what Paul calls “giving thanks in all circumstances,” not by denying suffering, but by choosing praise despite it. Gratitude, rooted in “hallowed be your name,” becomes an act of "defiant adoration"—pushing back against cynicism, entitlement, and despair—and opening our lives to joy, humility, and deeper communion with God.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18527992 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500 1890 full false Pray First: "Lord, Teach us to Pray" (Luke 11:1-4) Pray First: "Lord, Teach us to Pray" (Luke 11:1-4) We blink and find ourselves in 2026! Wasn’t it just yesterday when...?

Before January flys by, we will take a breath. Pause. And consider a simple yet powerful theme: Pray First.

Before we plan, before we worry, before we act, we’re invited to pray. James, the half brother of Jesus said, “the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” (James 5:16). Beginning our year rooted in prayer will be formational.

]]> We blink and find ourselves in 2026! Wasn’t it just yesterday when...?

Before January flys by, we will take a breath. Pause. And consider a simple yet powerful theme: Pray First.

Before we plan, before we worry, before we act, we’re invited to pray. James, the half brother of Jesus said, “the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” (James 5:16). Beginning our year rooted in prayer will be formational.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18495674 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500 1697 full false Hospitality on the Emmaus Road (Luke 24) Hospitality on the Emmaus Road (Luke 24) In this Sunday morning message, we reflect on Luke 24 and Jesus’ journey on the road to Emmaus with two disciples. Through this story, we explore the power of hospitality—how inviting, listening, and making space can open our eyes to Christ’s presence among us. As the disciples welcome a stranger, their hearts and understanding are transformed. This message invites us to practice hospitality as a sacred way of encountering Jesus in our everyday lives.

]]> In this Sunday morning message, we reflect on Luke 24 and Jesus’ journey on the road to Emmaus with two disciples. Through this story, we explore the power of hospitality—how inviting, listening, and making space can open our eyes to Christ’s presence among us. As the disciples welcome a stranger, their hearts and understanding are transformed. This message invites us to practice hospitality as a sacred way of encountering Jesus in our everyday lives.

]]> Michael Nay Buzzsprout-18457665 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500 1480 full false