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Family Church PC Podcast
Hosted by Pastor Jim McCarty - Lead Pastor · EN
Welcome to the weekly services of Family Church PC, led by Pastor Jim McCarty. In addition to our weekly sermons, you’ll also find special messages and occasional devotions to encourage you. We teach through books of the Bible verse by verse, explaining what the text means, because “faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word.” Our goal is to help you understand, apply, and value the truth of Scripture in your daily life.
Be sure to subscribe and stay connected to our weekly sermons, special services, and devotional content. To learn more about Family Church PC, visit www.familychurchpc.com.
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Stephen’s Defense – Part 2
1w ago00:39:45Tap to summarizePastor Jim continues through Acts 7 as Stephen boldly stands before the Sanhedrin and points to Jesus rather than defending himself. Stephen recounts Israel’s history, showing how God’s people repeatedly resisted His grace and the work of the Holy Spirit.When confronted with the truth, the religious leaders responded with anger and violence, but Stephen, filled with the Holy Spirit, responded with forgiveness and grace. This message challenges believers to consider how they respond to conviction, criticism, and hardship, while reminding us that faithfulness to God is rewarded with His presence and the promise of eternal life. New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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Stephen's Defense
2w ago00:41:23Tap to summarizePastor Jim delivered a powerful message from Acts 7, using Stephen’s defense before the Sanhedrin to teach believers how to confidently defend their faith. Stephen’s example reminds us to know God’s Word, to be led by the Holy Spirit, and to place our confidence in the Lord rather than in ourselves. Even while facing false accusations, Stephen responded with humility, wisdom, and courage, pointing to God’s faithfulness throughout Israel’s history. His Spirit-filled testimony challenges us to be prepared to give a clear defense of our faith and boldly share the hope we have in Christ.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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Under Fire, Pressure Reveals the Real Me
3w ago00:34:50Tap to summarizePastor Sammie Brooks delivers a powerful message from Acts 6:8-15 about Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit who faces false accusations from Greek-speaking Jews. The sermon emphasizes that Stephen’s wisdom and boldness come from being filled with the Holy Spirit and yielding daily to His control. When opponents cannot defeat Stephen’s arguments, they resort to lies and false witnesses, accusing him of blasphemy. Despite the serious accusations, Stephen remains calm and composed, his face shining like an angel. Pastor Sammie highlights how pressure reveals our true spiritual condition and encourages believers to trust God rather than retaliate when facing accusations, remembering that Jesus is our advocate.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022- Mighty Name Of Jesus CCLI# 7244496- Made For More CCLI# 7207758- Be Thou My Vision CCLI# 30639- Worthy Of It All CCLI# 6280644- Great Is Thy Faithfulness CCLI# 18723
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God’s Grace for Mothers
4w ago00:41:38Tap to summarizePastor Jim’s Mother’s Day message focused on God’s amazing grace as seen through the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. From the unexpected announcement of Jesus’ birth to the many challenges she faced along the way, Mary continually experienced God’s sustaining grace. Whether walking through uncertainty, hardship, loss, or heartbreak, God’s grace proved sufficient in every season of her life.The message encourages mothers today that the same grace is available to them. God’s unmerited favor, strength, and goodness can sustain every mom through the unexpected moments, difficult journeys, and joys of motherhood.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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Deacons
May 300:38:37Tap to summarizeThis sermon from Acts 6:1-7 addresses a controversy that arose in the early church between Hellenist Jews and Hebrew Jews regarding the distribution of food to widows. The Hellenist widows were being neglected in the daily distribution, causing murmuring in the church. The apostles wisely responded by having the church select seven qualified men to serve as the first deacons, allowing the apostles to focus on prayer and preaching. This resolution led to continued church growth and even many priests coming to faith. The sermon emphasizes wise leadership principles, including investigating complaints, resolving issues quickly, delegating ministry responsibilities, and maintaining good reputations.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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Gamaliel
Apr 2600:39:22Tap to summarizeThis sermon from Acts 5:33-42 focuses on how to minister to people who respond to truth with rage and anger. Pastor Jim shares his personal experience of being confronted about his own anger issues and uses the example of Gamaliel's wise intervention when the Sanhedrin wanted to kill the apostles. The message emphasizes that some people don't want to hear the truth and react with rage, but we can learn from Gamaliel's approach: establishing credibility, showing respect, appealing for righteousness, stating caution, presenting reasons, and offering wise counsel. The sermon concludes with the apostles rejoicing after being flogged, demonstrating how believers can maintain joy even when facing unjust treatment because their conscience is clear before God.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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We must obey God rather than men!
Apr 1900:40:48Tap to summarizePastor Jim teaches from the book of Acts (5:12–21), highlighting the powerful ministry of the apostles in Jerusalem. He explains that the miracles performed by the apostles served to confirm their God-given authority to lead the early church, clarify gospel doctrine, and establish the New Covenant.This message reminds us that while God is still able to work miracles today, the apostles’ ministry was uniquely designed for a specific moment in history, the launching of the early church. Pastor Jim also calls believers to pursue unity, to choose bold faith over fear, and to embrace our responsibility to share the gospel with others.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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The Deadly Sin of Hypocrisy
Apr 1200:40:28Tap to summarizeDr. Brent Black delivered a sobering message from Acts 5:1–11 about Ananias and Sapphira, who sold property but lied about giving the full proceeds to the church. He connected their story to the Old Testament account of Achan, showing how hidden sin can threaten God’s people from within. The couple sought the reputation of great generosity without making a genuine sacrifice, revealing the sin of hypocrisy. When confronted by Peter, both died immediately under divine judgment.The passage served as a warning against pretending to be more spiritual than we truly are and emphasized that God values holiness and unity in His church. The message called believers to honest self-reflection and cautioned against the pride that fuels hypocrisy.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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The Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Apr 500:39:54Tap to summarizeThis Easter message from 1 Corinthians 15 centers on the truth of Christ’s resurrection and why it matters. Pastor Jim explains the gospel: Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again, appearing to many witnesses. He also tackles the skeptical claim “there is no resurrection” by showing what would be true if Christ had not been raised. Preaching would be in vain, faith would be futile, and believers would still be in their sins.Because Christ has risen, we have real hope. Believers are saved from sin and judgment and promised new, imperishable bodies. The sermon concludes with the promise of Christ's return and the ultimate victory over death, encouraging believers to be steadfast in their faith and service.New here or need prayer?We would love to connect with you. Visit: https://form.church/connectionGive online: https://subsplash.com/u/-QJD4RD/give🔎 What to Expect:- Live worship music- Biblical teaching and encouragement- Online church community- Prayer and next steps🎶 Worship Songs (Used with Permission)CCLI License #594759, Streaming Plus License #21044022
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Saturday - Be Hopeful!
Apr 400:05:25Tap to summarizePassion Week Saturday: Pastor Jim reflects on the quiet, heavy day between the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. While religious leaders worked to secure the tomb with guards, the disciples were overwhelmed with grief, wrestling with loss and uncertainty about what would come next. In the silence of this day, hope seemed distant, yet God was still at work.The takeaway: Hold on to hope. Even in the darkest moments, trust that God is still moving and that He will have the final word.
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