Today as you celebrate our nation’s independence, let it be a reminder of our dependence on Jesus!
“Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.”
John 15:5 NLT
This morning I mentioned in my sermon how influential James K.A. Smith has been to my own understanding of human flourishing ("The Good Life"). I'm working my way through this trilogy and highly recommend them. I also recommend St. Augustine, on whom J. Smith heavily relies.
“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” Hebrews 10:24-25, NLT
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads. You have some high callings in scripture to- love your wife as Christ loved the church and to disciple your children. We pray that each one of you seeks to be the dad Christ calls you to be. And we hope you get an epic nap this afternoon!
The Johnson Ferry Family joins First Baptist ATL in mourning the loss of their long-time pastor, Dr. Charles Stanley. We thank God for his life and the impact he made on our city through his commitment to teaching the Bible and reaching the lost.
Dr. Charles F. Stanley, Pastor Emeritus of First Baptist Atlanta, passed away this morning at home. We are grateful for his enduring legacy of faithful leadership and spiritual guidance as Senior Pastor of FBA for over 50 years. For more details, visit https://t.co/Rmilo3C6k2
If God is good, why does He allow suffering? Hasn’t science disproved the Bible? Why did God command genocide in the Bible? What does the Bible say about sexuality?
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Dr. Albert Mohler | Sunday, April 23 | 6pm l FREE
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest in your souls.” — Matthew 11:28-29
Apart from Jesus we will never find true rest🤍
Allow these truths to be the loudest voice in your life this morning! Place your name into these great reminders from Sunday mornings message for encouragement🤗
What a sweet morning of celebrating all the Lord is doing through adoption and foster care🤍 We know that there is no greater blessing than acting on what the Lord has called us to. Check out the link in our bio to learn more!
Don’t forget about the resources Pastor Clay mentioned on Sunday that help us pursue truth when we face doubt!
1. Another Gospel? by Alisa Childers
2. After Doubt by A.J. Swodoba
3. Before You Lose Faith by Ivan Mesa
4. A Change of Heart by Thomas C. Oden
Happy Saturday☀️ Tomorrow we will wrap up our summer series, Judges: Breaking the Cycle! Join us for an exciting conclusion at 8:30, 10:00, or 11:30 am!