Prayer Requests
Please pray for Joy N's eldest sister Judy, who is in hospice care with her family at the bedside. Pray for Gladys, Judy's mother, as well as the whole family at this difficult time.
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We also ask your prayers for the following in our church and community who have health or other concerns:
Cindy Donahoo
Michele E.
Jim C.
Marion K.
Please continue to pray for the need for new, handicapped accessible restrooms in our church. Thank you!
First Baptist Church of West Townsend Seeking to grow as followers of Jesus
Just when you think you know someone, they surprise you. Have you ever known a friend for years, only to discover something new and remarkable about them – perhaps a talent you never knew they had? One of the rewards of a lasting relationship is the continuous process of discovery.
Pastor Kevin's Devotional Thoughts
“I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.” (Ephesians 1:17 NIV)
In a good friendship, as we learn more about one another, we grow closer. Relationships become stronger over time when we learn that we can trust each other and lean on one another. We grow more intimate as we discover that we can truly be ourselves with each other without fear of being criticized or judged. The bonds of friendship are strongest when we know that we are loved, no matter what.
This is the sort of relationship we can have with Christ. However long we know him, he will surprise us with more of his glory. Over time we will learn how much we can trust him and lean on him.
Enjoy this lovely acapella choral rendition of "More About Jesus Would I Know" by the MetroSingers - the soloist is remarkable, and the message timeless.
This Sunday, May 20 at 1:00 p.m., First Baptist Church will present Nathan Stecchi, pianist, in concert. With Nathan will be a flutist and a cellist, presenting a concert of sacred and classical music. The concert is free and open to the public. Our sanctuary is handicap accessible, and we warmly welcome individuals of all physical and cognitive abilities.
Nathan Stecchi in Concert - This Sunday!
Through the years of walking with him we will learn that even when we fail, his love and his grace are unchanging. This kind of love transforms us every day we experience it, and it is worth pursuing more than anything else. It is no wonder the Apostle Paul prayed continually that we would know Christ better!
“More about Jesus would I know, more of his grace to others show, more of his saving fullness see, more of his love who died for me.” (Eliza Hewitt, 1887)
