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

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

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

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

Today, I want to encourage you with a reflection on the closing words of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This passage provides a powerful call to action for all who hear it, challenging us to evaluate the...  Read More

In Matthew 7:13-23, Jesus speaks difficult but necessary truths that challenge us to examine our lives. He warns us of the narrow gate that leads to life and the broad path that leads to destruction. ...  Read More

"So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets" (Matthew 7:12). These words from Jesus are often referred to as the Golden Rule, and they remi...  Read More

Jesus, in Matthew 7:1-6, isn’t calling us to ignore sin or avoid conflict. Instead, He’s urging us to approach others with humility and love. We’re called to correct our fellow believers when necessar...  Read More

In Matthew 6:25, Jesus commands us, "Do not be anxious about your life." The word "anxious" here comes from the Greek word "merimnao," meaning to be pulled in different directions. What a vivid pictur...  Read More

As we continue praying for a new worship leader and work toward raising up our next group of shepherds, I want to share with you an important aspect of church leadership that is both vital and often m...  Read More

Fasting is not a uniquely Christian discipline.  It’s not that we fast that sets us apart.  It’s why we fast.Ancient Greek philosophers like Plato, Socrates, Aristotle, and Hippocrates engaged in fast...  Read More

In Matthew 6, Jesus teaches His disciples how to pray through giving them a template for healthy prayer. This part of the Sermon on the Mount gives us a guide not just for what to pray for, but how to...  Read More