Posts from June 2022

Weekly Update – June 30th, 2022 There has been a lot of controversy over the last week as to what actually happened when the Supreme Court overturned Roe V. Wade on June 24th.  This controversy has stemmed from many different sources, but regardless, what I want to do for you this week is provide a brief history of abortion in our country, followed by a case for life, to then a countering of the common misunderstandings that are being promoted. …

Weekly Update – June 23rd, 2022 We all go through difficult times.  Even as Christians, we still face cancer, accidents, or the loss of loved ones.  Some of our adversity may be chronic and difficult.  Some adversity may be short and mild.  Either way, God has not exempted His children from the painful circumstances and situations of life.  Then we add to this, that not only does God not exempt believers from pain, but He actually allows it and even…

Weekly Update – June 16th, 2022 This week, the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) convened in Anaheim, CA.  Every year during the second full week of June, Southern Baptists gather to vote on important matters that pertain to the mission of the convention (you can find their mission/vision HERE), as well as discussing new ways in which participating churches can connect to reach the world for Christ.  There are over 47,000 churches that partner together with the common goal of fulfilling…

Weekly Update – June 9th, 2022 As you all know by now, Vacation Bible School is just around the corner.  Every summer, First Baptist Church has a week where we specifically focus on teaching children about the gospel of Jesus Christ.  This year’s theme is titled: Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness. Within this theme, kids will learn about the God of the universe who created all things, visible and invisible.  He is a vast and great God, who is far above…

Weekly Update – June 2nd, 2022 On Sunday I gave a response to the events that are currently taking place within the Southern Baptist Convention. This response is meant to function as the position our church will take as well as hopefully provide you with a response in conversations you might have with others. Here is a summary of what I said: “Last June, the messengers of the churches representing the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) asked that an independent investigation…