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How should we approach the table of the Lord? It is an extremely important, intimate time of reflection and remembrance! Paul warns the Corinthians because of their lack of respect for the Lord’s Supper. The post Proper Protocol for Passover (1 Corinthians 11) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Paul’s closing words in his second letter to the Thessalonians. He encourages them to stay faithful, but to not be idle, and to be fruitful in all they do! The post Growing Pains (2 Thessalonians 3) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

This week we talk about the physical nature of heaven. Is it a physical or spiritual place? Or both? The post Midweek Heaven Study (Week 3) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

The world is not evolving, it’s devolving. According to the scriptures in the last days the world will be a place of turmoil. How do we face a fearful future? Paul gives the Thessalonians hope as they look towards the coming of Christ and the Day of the Lord. The post Facing a Fearful Future (2 Thessalonians 2:1-17) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Comparing the Present Heaven vs. Eternal Heaven The post Midweek Heaven Study (Week 2) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

)In this beginning chapter of 2 Thessalonians, Paul encourages them in their faith, challenges them in their fruit, and gives truth about the final events of history. The post Faith, Fruit & Finality (2 Thessalonians 1:1-12) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

As Paul wraps up his first letter to the Thessalonian church, he emphasizes healthy relationships, personal devotion, and for believers to rely on the promises of God in Christ Jesus. In this message you will find out how to live out our purpose until Jesus returns! The post Paul’s Closing Words (1 Thessalonians 5:12-28) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

It is wonderful and comforting knowing that Jesus will return for His church one day! But it is also humbling to know that there is a “Day of the Lord” where Jesus will come as a warrior king to judge the whole earth. Where do you stand? Listen in as Paul shares with us how […] The post Tidings of Comfort & Judgment (1 Thessalonians 5:1-11) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Even good people in good churches struggle when it comes to how the end will turn out. The church at Thessalonica was a good church which had questions about Jesus’ return. Settle in to this message with us as we find out how to rest in “Our Coming Hope”. The post Our Coming Hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

God’s will for all Christians is for us to be set apart for His purpose and glory. We must purse holiness and excellence in order to be effective, productive followers and missionaries for Him! The post Purity & Purpose (1 Thessalonians 4:1-12) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

What does gospel community look like? Listen in to learn how we can better live in community with each other to impact others around us. The post Steadfast Gospel Community (1 Thessalonians 3) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Authentic Christianity is real. It’s intentional. It lives with purpose and sees fruit from the labor of drawing close to follow Jesus. It’s intentional in its mission, its message, and it’s method. Are you living out authentic Christianity? The post Steadfast & Authentic (1 Thessalonians 2) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

What evidence shows that we are a healthy church? Strong believers make us strong churches. In the opening to the letter of 1st Thessalonians Paul commends them on their well-known faith and ministry that is motivated by their love for God. Can you relate to being a strong believer like the Thessalonians? The post Evidence of a Healthy Church (1st Thessalonians 1:1-10) appeared first on First Bapt...

We begin the journey through 1st Thessalonians! This message serves as an introduction to the letter Paul penned by inspiration of the Holy Spirit to the church at Thessalonica. It encourages us to remain STEADFAST! The post Steadfast (Acts 17 & 1 Thessalonians) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Covenant is the framework of the gospel. It’s the framework of our relationship with God. In one of the first covenant ceremonies in scripture, God shows Abram the validity of His promises by sealing His promise with the shedding of blood which foreshadows the cross. The post Our Covenant God (Genesis 15) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Sometimes we put ourselves in the center of the gospel. We are loved and desired by God, but His glory is still the centerpiece of His universe. Dive into Ezekiel with us to see how God desires for His glory to be made known in all nations. The post Glory Priority (Ezekiel 36) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Sometimes earthly fathers struggle to live up to greatness! It’s good that our model is God our Father who is always there for us offering us relationship, intimacy, and an inheritance! The post Picture Perfect Father (Romans 8:12-17) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

How are we saved? By faith? By works? James tells us it’s a faith that produces works! He asks the question, “Will the faith that you have save you? The post Will Your Faith Save You? (James 2) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

Insignificant. Sometimes we think that word describes our lives. But if we have eternal life in Christ, nothing we do for His kingdom is insignificant! Living out this eternal life is exciting! In closing out the “Who’s Your One” series we will look at the first disciple Jesus called to follow Him. His name is […] The post Living Out Eternal Life (John 10:7-10) appeared first on First Baptist Gran...

Even in religious circles, the topic of “Hell” makes conversations awkward and uncomfortable. It is something we believe, but fail to emphasize for fear of sounding too radical! Hell is a real place and a real destination for those who do not place their trust in Jesus Christ alone. The gospel saves us, now we […] The post No Place Like Hell (Luke 16) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls...

We need to add nothing to the gospel! All we need to do is to reach out and invite people to come and witness the goodness of God. When we begin reaching people with the hope of Christ, God is glorified and the church grows. Who’s Your One? The post Each One, Reach One (Acts 2, John 1) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

No matter how impossible it may seem, there’s always a way to Jesus. How did you come to Jesus? Was it through a friend or simply hearing the gospel in a worship service? Look with us at Luke 5 as we see the awesome story of some friends who brought their friend to Jesus! The post Bringing People to Jesus (Luke 5:17-26) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

The most important thing in life we can do is follow Christ. In following Him, and knowing Him, we begin to take on His character and desires. God’s foremost desire is that people would know Him as Savior. Therefore, His foremost purpose for believers is for us to share the good news of Jesus with […] The post The Heart of Heaven (Matthew 4) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

We remember Samson as the strong man in the Bible that had his hair cut after Delilah lulled him to sleep. He was made defenseless and defeated by the Philistines. Samson relied on outward symbols instead of the substance of His faith. Although he trusted God, he became a spiritual pretender. The post Signs of a Spiritual Pretender (Judges 16) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .

The resurrection gives us the validation and hope that we’ve always waited for! On Easter we celebrate a cross and a tomb that are “open and empty”. Through what Christ accomplished, He has offered us a chance to move from empty to full of His Spirit! Now we are called to reach and “open and […] The post Open & Empty (Luke 24) appeared first on First Baptist Granite Falls .