The Digital Information Age that includes the rise of personal computers, global internet systems, and instant digital communication has drastically changed the way we live. How do we continue to walk by faith considering these innovations from Silicon Valley? With new temptations and new ways to glorify Christ, what are ethical convictions to help Christians live by faith in the age of big tech? Garrett, Cory, and Cole candidly discuss the things they've noticed and how they go about their lives with smartphones, artificial intelligence, and still live in pursuit of Christ.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro.

1:14 First takes.

7:00 How should a Christian interact with technology?

27:14 What about social media?

34:00 What about algorithms?

39:36 What about AI?

50:59 Sarah’s quick thoughts.

1:07:55 Outro.

As we trek towards the end of summer, Garrett, Cory, and Sarah discuss this season of their life and how to keep their life with Christ the main thing. Sometimes it's difficult to stay balanced and focused throughout the busyness of life. Life comes in seasons and we want to do the things that make us our fullest self—to be like Christ. FBC Durant has a pathway to spiritual maturity to partake in. Maybe it's time for you to take your next step? We pray you're strenghtened and encouraged in your faith during this season of life.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro.

0:45 First takes.

10:50 What is the main thing going on in our life?

24:03 Thoughts on church?

33:55 Doing spiritual disciplines.

39:02 Outro.

Welcome back to the FBC Durant Podcast Season 3! We are wrapping up a wonderful summer here at FBC Durant and reflecting on all the good things the Lord has done this year. In this short episode, Garrett, Cory, and Sarah have fun with some summer themed first takes and and share a report of the ministry activity that has been taking place the past several months.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro.

2:12 First takes.

15:53 Summer recap.

25:23 Outro.

This is part 2 of the season 2 finale episode where we address some more of our submitted questions with Pastor Garry. You will also find a vlog tagged to the end of this episode of our recent staff field trip to the Texas State Fair. If you listen to the podcast, you may want to switch to watching that portion of the episode. It's been a great season of podcasting! We hope and pray that you have been equipped, encouraged, and engaged in our church's mission and vision through inspiration found in these episodes. If you enjoy the show, please let us know and share it with anyone else you think may be interested. You can watch us on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, and more. Follow, subscribe, and turn on your notifications to be notified when we release new episodes. The Q&A submission link remains active so you can submit questions or leave feedback for us at any time. Join us for worship every Sunday and contact us online if you ever have any questions. Now go and make disciples of all nations.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro.

0:57 Do you think Adam and Eve had a belly button?

2:03 What is a general hot take you have and/or unpopular opinion?

5:20 Which pastor is cooler, the college or the youth?

7:23 Explain where the dinosaurs fit into theology?

10:17 How do you keep politics from affecting your friendships/family relationships?

15:10 How do you keep politics from affecting the church?

19:38 What do you think will be the biggest issue the church will face in the coming years?

23:54 Why is FBC Durant Deacon led and not Elder led?

31:36 Is listening to other sermons a negative thing for your spiritual walk?

41:52 What is the current progress of our sanctuary committee?

45:08 Texas State Fair vlog.

56:48 Outro.

It’s time to tackle the questions that have been submitted for us to answer in our season 2 finale episode. This is part 1 and we will have Pastor Garry with us for part 2. We have some fun and insightful questions to answer along with some season 2 bloopers. Thank you everyone for submitting!

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro.

0:48 Bloopers.

10:16 When is Cory going to bring back the back-pocket-scarf?

11:25 If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be and why?

13:02 Do you think Adam and Eve had a belly button?

14:16 What movie best describes your life?

16:53 What is a general hot take you have and/or unpopular opinion?

21:58 Which pastor is cooler, the college or the youth?

23:45 What are your favorite Christian/ish books, bible apps, memory verse apps, etc.

30:27 What is your favorite Bible verse? Why is it important to memorize Scripture?

40:14 What is an encouragement you could give to young adults in the church trying to establish?

44:36 What advice would you give a college student who desires to fully surrender his life to God’s calling?

49:51 Should we be concerned about AI?

56:33 Outro.

Dr. Todd Fisher serves as the Executive Director-Treasurer for Oklahoma Baptists. He is a former Pastor and has been involved in the Southern Baptist Convention on the association, state, and national levels throughout his career serving on committees and boards. With numerous degrees including: a BA in Pastoral Ministry, an MDivBL, a DMin in hermeneutics, a ThM in biblical spirituality, and a PhD in preaching, he shares his knowledge with us on understanding the call to ministry, the authority of scripture, and the primacy of preaching. Dr. Fisher also shares his testimony with us which includes surviving a near fatal car accident in 2024 that changed the course of his life forever. You will see how God’s provision is our source of strength in this powerful story of divine intervention through the valley of the shadow of death (Ps. 23:4). Find out more about Dr. Fisher and Oklahoma Baptists through the link below.

https://www.oklahomabaptists.org/about

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Fellow church member Jason Ward joins us to share his story and talk about how to discover your purpose through life's divine moments. Jason is a creative director, photographer, and entrepreneur who has written a book about finding your Gold Thread, which represents the pure and true purpose and calling God has for your life. Not knowing or understanding the course of your life can be one of the most difficult things we experience in the human condition. If that describes you, you're not alone! The good news is: God loves you, God hears you, and He desires to make your path straight. As we examine our lives we encourage you to examine your own moments and even failures that have shaped you into who you are (Rom. 5:3-4 & Eph. 2:10). See Jason's links below.

www.jasondward.com

https://youtube.com/@authorjasonward?si=lN6_-5bD0H15cg3y

https://www.instagram.com/authorjasonward?igsh=bzJqZzU4NGUzNjNu

https://www.facebook.com/jason.ward.148

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro.

0:50 First takes.

3:27 Jason's story.

12:23 Who is this book for?

22:46 Delighting in the Lord.

30:30 Our gold & black threads.

47:06 Wrestling with our calling.

50:20 Outro.

Hey everyone! This year we had a new Wednesday evening Holy Week service to contemplate the events at the cross before we celebrate Easter Sunday. So this episode is a little different in the sense that it is the live audio recording from our 2026 Holy Week service where we spent time worshiping in song, prayer, communion, and scripture readings. This episode is a great option for you to worship online for Good Friday.

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