Author Archive: Pastor Mark

The foolishness of God…

The foolishness of God is wider than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men.   1 Corinthians 1:25 More than nineteen hundred years ago, there was a Man born contrary to the laws of life. This Man lived in poverty and was reared in obscurity. He did not travel extensively. Only once did […]

I Asked the Lord That I Might Grow

“These inward trials I employ from self and pride, to set thee free; and break thy schemes of earthly joy, that thou may’st find thy all in Me.” This remarkable hymn was written in 1779 by John Newton (1725-1807) also the author of Amazing Grace. It’s a insightful poem about how the Lord afflicts us […]

What does saying “I love you” really mean?

It’s June and many people are celebrating wedding anniversaries. By God’s grace, Cindi and I celebrated our thirty-second anniversary yesterday. We enjoyed dinner out and we talked about our lives together and what the future may hold. It’s all in God’s sovereign hands, but we want to keep faithfully serving Him for the rest of […]

June 1, 2023 Dear FBC Friend, Mother’s Day was a joyful day with many families worshipping together and adorable videos of our kids talking about their moms. June brings warmer weather, the end of School, graduation celebrations, and Father’s Day. We are a family that worships together, grows together, shares together and celebrates life together. Join us! […]

May Update

May 1, 2023 Dear FBC Friend, Our church welcomed 160 people for Easter Sunday celebration. Thank you for bringing your family, friends and neighbors. Our facilities were ready and our members were gracious and inviting. Pray that these folks will want to keep coming back. We are striving together to worship, grow, and share. “Live in harmony […]

April Update

Dear FBC Friend, We are looking forward to Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter services in the upcoming weeks. Plan to bring someone with you to each of these gospel focused worship services. You will enjoy great worship, fellowship, drama, special music and more. Even some Easter gifts for the kids and teens. “By the name […]

Enrollment is now open for Central Christian Academy

Central Christian Academy partners with parents to provide a quality, biblically based education which assists in a child’s academic, social, physical and spiritual development. Schedule a tour and begin the registration process today. Registration forms and fees are necessary to hold your Child’s spot. First Baptist Church members receive a 10% discount on tuition. Other […]

FBC March Update

March 1, 2023 Dear FBC Friend, This weekend is our first Family Worship Sunday on March 5th. Our Kindergarten through Fourth graders will stay with us for the entire service instead of going to Kid’s Church. This gives the whole family an opportunity to learn about God together on the first Sunday of each month. Special […]

FBC February Update

February 1, 2023 Dear Friends and Family of First Baptist Church, February brings more winter weather and a reminder of love all around us. I John 4:8 tells us God is love. Our God and all that He is gives us the very definition of love: unconditional, wanting the best for the other person, and […]

Got Ten Minutes?

Do you have ten minutes to make a difference in the lives of your family? Of course you do. But, are you using those ten minutes to encourage their faith? As the new year begins, this is a natural time to start or restart new things. Choose to read an age-appropriate Bible devotional your self […]