Warrior Wisdom

Did you know every school year brings its own unique seasons? In the final episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA for the 2025-2026 school year, Mrs. Teresa Chambers reflects on the many meaningful seasons experienced throughout the year at First Baptist Academy. From growth, celebration and innovation to creativity, generosity and community, this episode highlights the ways God has f...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Did you know Warriors celebrate the last week of school in a big way? In this episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA , Mrs. Teresa Chambers shares the exciting lineup of end-of-year traditions and celebrations happening across campus as FBA closes out another incredible school year. From the Lower School Progress Parade and Senior Clap Out to Eighth Grade Graduation, Fourth Grade Prom...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Discussion: What do you have to celebrate as we end this school year? What has made you glad and given you joy this school year? What are you thankful for from this school, year? Both in the good times and hard times? How do you plan to "sing" when the school, year is over?

Did you know First Baptist Academy offers unique student experiences through our annual auction? In this episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA , Mrs. Teresa Chambers is joined by four students who participated in this year’s Head of School Ambush, a special student experience purchased through the FBA auction. From making handmade candy at Papa Bubble to painting pottery, enjoying lu...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Discussion Questions: Read Nehemiah 9:6-31. As I shared during the podcast, write out the list of attributes of God that you highlighted in the passage. What does your list show about how God has worked in your life? Write your own "Nehemiah 9:6-31". Bless and praise God for all he has done in your life. Are there sins, needs, or priorities that need to be confessed and/or addressed in your life?...

Did you know our eighth graders are becoming historians and entrepreneurs through the eighth grade Warrior Project? In this episode, Mrs. Teresa Chambers sits down with eighth grade students, Sophie, Ingrid and Elliott, to share how this year-long passion project is bringing learning to life. Through research, creativity and real-world application, students dive deeper into U.S. history while deve...

Discussion: Are you good at handling downtime? How can you be more attentive to God's word? What is keeping you from doing so? Do you have a hobby or something you do just for fun? Are there things in your life that are out of order or even broken in your life? What is the first step you should take to help restore order or put the pieces back together?

Did you know accreditation says more about a school than you might think? In this episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA , Mrs. Teresa Chambers is joined by Middle School Principal Mrs. Razeghi to unpack the deeper meaning behind private school accreditation and why it matters for families. Far beyond paperwork or compliance, accreditation serves as an external validation of FBA’s com...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Discussion Questions: In what ways has God led you to sacrifice as a leader? Have you ever struggled to sacrifice something that was rightfully yours for the greater good? What is something you've had to persevere through as a leader? Are you a starter or a finisher? Do you love the start of something new, but struggle to finish? Or do you struggle to get started but if you can start you will driv...

Did you know fine arts play a leading role in bringing FBA’s mission to life? In this episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA , Mrs. Teresa Chambers sits down with Dean of Fine Arts Ms. Sweeney to explore how students are discovering and expressing their unique God-given gifts. Through visual and performing arts, students build confidence, discipline and perseverance while learning to...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Discussion Questions: Are you willing to be bothered even when it is not convenient? Are you able to listen to and be concerned for others during chaos and crisis? Are you able to think clearly, deeply during chaos and crisis? What does it look like for you to "take counsel with yourself"? Do you put off correction of problems and/or sin because the work is too important to disrupt?

Did you know grit can be developed? In this episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA , Mrs. Teresa Chambers is joined by Mr. Stephen Carter to explore how FBA is intentionally building grit in students through the entrepreneurial mindset. As one of four key focus areas alongside growth mindset, redefining failure and opportunity seeking, grit is being cultivated through goal setting, pe...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Discussion Questions: Are you currently facing any specific opposition to something God has called you to do? What type of attacks are you facing? Have you ever allowed outside forces to impact your God-given goals or derail your God -given work? How did you get back on track? What is the most difficult change you've ever had to lead others to make? Is there a leader who is a consistent source of...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.

Discussion Questions: What behaviors clearly distinguish a micromanager or an over-delegator in your day-to-day work? What is one recent situation where you may have leaned too far in either direction? What does healthy delegation look like in your job, family, etc.? What small change could you make this week to move toward that balance? When under stress, do you tend to control more or withdraw m...

Did you know FBA is actively seeking Christian educators called to teach with purpose? In this episode of Warrior Wisdom: A Day in the Life at FBA , Mrs. Teresa Chambers shares the heart behind hiring kingdom-minded, mission-aligned educators who see teaching as more than a profession, but a calling. At FBA, every classroom is a place of influence where truth shapes identity, forms character and u...

A 20-week devotional on We Are FBA looking at First Baptist Academy's mission statement, core values, Portrait of a Graduate and characteristics of professional excellence.