Dying by Faith
December 3rd, 2024
Near the end of his life, Jacob’s final acts were defined by worship, trust in God’s promises, and assurance of his covenant blessings. Despite the trials of his journey, Jacob’s dying moments show a ...  Read More
by Chris Baker
God’s Promises: A Foundation for Faith and Hope
November 19th, 2024
Life is full of uncertainties, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the unknown. But as we see in Genesis 46, God’s promises remind us of His unchanging character and His perfect plan for our lives. J...  Read More
by Chris Baker
Anticipating God's Faithfulness in 2025 and Beyond
November 12th, 2024
Creating a budget for the church isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vision, purpose, and faithfulness. For many, this process might seem daunting, but it’s actually a powerful way to see how we, as a...  Read More
by Chris Baker
Repentance: A Lifelong Journey for Believers
November 5th, 2024
Repentance isn’t a one-time event, but an ongoing journey that deepens our walk with Christ. Many assume repentance is only for the moment we first believe, when we confess our sins, turn to Christ, a...  Read More
by Chris Baker
Transformed by Mercy
October 29th, 2024
Mercy is central to God’s character, but it’s often hard for us to comprehend the depth and breadth of what it means. Ephesians 2:4 tells us God is “rich in mercy,” which suggests an overflowing, abun...  Read More
by Chris Baker
God’s Providence and the Call to Repentance
October 22nd, 2024
In Genesis 42, we witness how God’s providence works through hardship, guilt, fear, and sorrow to bring Joseph’s brothers to repentance. After selling Joseph into slavery, they seem to have moved on. ...  Read More
by Chris Baker
God's Sovereignty and Our Uncertainty
October 15th, 2024
In Genesis 41, we encounter a fascinating moment: the most powerful man in the world—Pharaoh—is in crisis. His dreams have shaken him, and none of Egypt's magicians or wise men can interpret them. Pha...  Read More
by Chris Baker
Faithfulness in the Silence
October 8th, 2024
Waiting on God can feel isolating, especially when our prayers seem to go unanswered. In Genesis 40, Joseph finds himself in a difficult place: imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. Yet even in thi...  Read More
by Chris Baker
Obedience Doesn't Equal an Easy Life
October 1st, 2024
I believe that oftentimes, we obey God because of the promise of an easier life if we do. And for the most part, we do live easier lives when we do what our Father wants us to. If we tell the truth al...  Read More
by John Muncy
God Redeems Our Failures for His Purpose
September 24th, 2024
Genesis 38 presents one of the more uncomfortable stories in Scripture, detailing Judah’s departure from his family, the loss of his two sons, and Tamar’s desperate actions to secure her future. It’s ...  Read More
by Chris Baker
Membership: Living Out the "One Anothers"
September 17th, 2024
At First Baptist Church, we believe that church membership is more than just a formality; it’s a vital part of our spiritual growth and commitment to one another as believers in Jesus Christ. That’s w...  Read More
by Chris Baker
God's Providence Secures His Promises
September 11th, 2024
We don't like to be told that we aren't the center of the universe. Even if we don’t think of ourselves as the crowning achievement of evolution, we often act as if we are the main character in the st...  Read More
by Chris Baker
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