“Love in a Time of Swine Flu”

Posted on Apr 29, 2009 Over the past few days I have been contemplating what it would look like for us to do ministry in the midst of a pandemic. If the swine flu (or whatever the current name is) became a pandemic, would churches shut down services, stop visiting people in need, and forsake an opportunity? Or would we stand up in the midst of a culture that cowers at disease and go forth knowing that the Gospel has...
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Six Biblical Guidelines for Loving Each Other

Posted on Apr 28, 2009 The following six principles were given by John Piper, pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minnesota, as a challenge and encouragement to his fellow pastors and their wives about keeping unity in the midst of our differences. As I was reading the principles, I was amazed at the wisdom that saturates them. Therefore, I am posting them here with hopes that they will take root in our lives. 1....
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FBC Celebrates 175 years!

Posted on Apr 27, 2009 Established in 1834, First Baptist Church has been faithfully proclaiming God’s Word, equipping the saints of God, and exalting Jesus Christ in Abbeville and the surrounding communities. On Sunday, May 17, 2009 the First Baptist church family is going to celebrate 175 years of building up the body of Christ in Henry County, AL. Everyone is invited, especially if you have ever attended FBC...
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A Principle to Guide Your Preferences

Posted on Apr 27, 2009 I don’t like most rap music. I also don’t like most country music. I don’t like fried chicken. And I really don’t like any kind of nuts. “What,” you might ask, “does that have to do with anything?” Well, for some reason these are my preferences. Some people, actually, many people, would probably disagree with them. The reason for this is because...
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Easter Egg Hunt 2009

Posted on Apr 11, 2009 This past Saturday, we had a great time hunting Easter eggs on the church ground. You might have some great pictures to add to our Photo Gallery. If so, click the above link to the “Photo Gallery” at the top of the page and then select “Register” on the Gallery page. After you register, you will receive an email confirmation that will allow you to start uploading...
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