We were reminded that Ezekiel 34 isn’t just ancient history, it’s our story. Failed shepherds, wounded sheep, a faithful God stepping in with “I Myself will…” But what does this mean when Monday hits,...  Read More

Have you ever tried walking through your house at 3 a.m. without turning on the lights? You think you know the layout, but your toes always find the furniture you forgot was there. That’s a pretty goo...  Read More

Isaiah 9 does not tell the story of people who finally figured life out. It tells the story of a God who steps into the darkness His people created. Judah wasn’t climbing their way back toward faithfu...  Read More

At First Baptist Church of Kenova, we believe leadership in Christ’s church is not about titles, but about testimony. The Bible calls shepherds (also referred to as elders, pastors or overseers) to mo...  Read More

It’s easy to think Christmas begins in Bethlehem—with shepherds, angels, and a manger under the stars. But according to Genesis 3, Christmas actually began in a garden. Before there was a cradle, ther...  Read More

If last Sunday reminded us of anything, it’s this: healthy churches don’t just grow—they go.Acts 13 gives us a picture of a church that didn’t just study the mission; they stepped into it. The believe...  Read More

If you’re waiting for the perfect moment to start making disciples, you’ll never begin. The truth is, Jesus never told us to add disciple-making to our schedules—He told us to make it our lifestyle. “...  Read More

We love momentum. We love when things move—when projects progress, relationships deepen, and results show up. But in the life of faith, movement doesn’t come from momentum—it comes from the message. T...  Read More

The Dyerville Giant stood tall for nearly two thousand years—until one day it fell. Not because of lightning or fire, but because it was hollow inside. It’s a vivid picture of what can happen to us sp...  Read More

In September of 1944, Allied forces launched Operation Market Garden—an ambitious plan to end World War II by Christmas. Paratroopers dropped behind enemy lines to seize bridges while tanks raced to m...  Read More

There are plenty of days when following Jesus feels costly. You pray and nothing seems to change. You serve and no one notices. You fight the same battles with sin and wonder if you’ll ever get free. ...  Read More

If Christ really is raised, then life cannot stay the same. Resurrection changes everything—or it changes nothing. Here are four ways it confronts us.1. Anchor Your Hope in Christ, Not CircumstancesWh...  Read More