First Pentecostal Church of Buford

Tap here to send us a message! The aspect of salvation that is often considered less desirable than others is that of repentance. While it may not appeal to our fleshly desires, it is just as vital as any other part of salvation. There is an undeniable power when someone previously walking in a manner contrary to God finds a Godly sorrow and turns from sin toward the Savior. 11/30/2023 - Thursday...

Tap here to send us a message! There are things in life in which one's opinion is very important - eternal salvation, however, is not one of these. It is imperative that we know exactly what the Bible tells us is required for salvation. God's plan for how we are to be saved is clearly laid out in His Word, but only divine revelation can allow us to truly see what we must do to be saved. ...

Tap here to send us a message! Jesus told a Samaritan woman that if she knew about the gift of God, she could receive something that would cause her to never thirst again. The Holy Ghost of which He spoke is the greatest gift ever given to humankind. This same Spirit of God that will indwell the believer is the answer to all of life’s problems.  11/19/2023 - Sunday Night Scriptures Used (In Order...

Tap here to send us a message! The bonds in the lives of many are a result of a spirit of unforgiveness in their heart. Forgiveness, as outlined in Jesus’ prayer to “forgive as we forgive,” is not optional. No matter how badly we have been mistreated, we must find forgiveness in our hearts so that we ourselves may be free.  11/19/2023 - Sunday Morning Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Matt...

Tap here to send us a message! God has a certain covering that is required of His people - one that was used both in the Tabernacle and in the covering of the nakedness of Adam and Eve. It is clear that man’s idea of being covered is not equivalent to being covered in God’s sight. Our bodies should be modestly covered so that the attention of others can be drawn to what is within us, not without. ...

Tap here to send us a message! The decisions that each of us make during our time on this earth will determine where we spend our eternity. The Word tells us in Acts that Judas Iscariot went to his own place - the place to which his own actions led him. Therefore, there is a responsibility in the life of each individual to make their eternal destiny certain by choosing to follow after the commandm...

Tap here to send us a message! The Scriptures speak very explicitly of the importance of both inward and outward holiness. One issue specifically addressed is the wearing of items that reflect inner pride and immodesty. The “gold” in our lives should be found on the inside, that is, a spirit that is in alignment with God’s Word and is truly Christ-like.  11/09/2023 - Thursday Night Scriptures Used...

Tap here to send us a message! The story of Esther reveals many truths that will strengthen the life of the modern-day believer. We read of a bride who was protected by the King, of a people brought through great adversity, and of an adversary who suffered a great defeat just when he thought he’d won the battle. Let us never forget that even in the darkness of the midnight hour, our King is still...

Tap here to send us a message! Salvation is, first and foremost, an example of God’s kindness to man. In His kindness, He doesn’t leave us in our sin, but by His grace He lifts us out. As God has been kind to us, let us also be kind to those around us as the ambassadors of God’s Kingdom of Kindness.  11/05/2023 - Sunday Morning Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Titus 3:1-7 II Peter 1:4-9 P...

Tap here to send us a message! The commonly referenced story of Jesus feeding thousands with a mere five loaves and two fish has in it a hidden question: who was it that had with them the empty baskets? There were, apparently, several people who came with a spirit of expectation. This is an attitude that we should mirror when we come into the house of God - that we are expecting to receive and tak...

Tap here to send us a message! When Jesus begins to transform the life of a sinner, there must always be a change that takes place. This is the process of sanctification, as God begins to purify the lives of those who formerly lived contrary to His Word. This hope of eternal life and the associated change will not be accepted by many, but those who can hold onto hope will be saved from their sin. ...

Tap here to send us a message! Of all the revelations in God's Word, the understanding of His oneness is the most foundational. It is this doctrine that upholds all other principles in the Bible. A proper understanding of this concept will anchor a believer in the church.  10/26/2023 - Thursday Night Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): John 17:1-5 John 1:1, 14

Tap here to send us a message! From its inception in the book of Acts, there has always been a church. Jesus Himself stated that "the gates of hell shall not prevail" against God's true church. The history of God's church is necessary knowledge for today's believer who wants to understand their roots in Christ.  10/24/2023 - Tuesday Night Class

Tap here to send us a message! The Word lets us know that every believer must develop "a love of the truth" if we are to be saved. The Word of God is the foundation upon which we can build our lives. Not only will it provide a roadmap for our personal lives, but it will also protect us from the snares of the enemy.  10/22/2023 - Sunday Night Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): 2 Th...

Tap here to send us a message! In the Old Testament, as the people of God would fall away from Him, they would turn to serving idols. Just as God requires certain things of those who are His, the false gods of this world will demand things from their servants. Every individual must choose their altar of sacrifice - whether to God or their carnal desires.  10/22/2023 - Sunday Morning Scriptures Use...

Tap here to send us a message! A familiar passage of Scripture - Jesus walking on the water - is evidence of the fact that He isn’t afraid to work in a storm. He can work in the darkness just as well as in the light. It is our responsibility to lean on Him in times of uncertainty, knowing that He will bring us through.  10/19/2023 - Thursday Night Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Matthew...

Tap here to send us a message! Because He is a living God, He deserves lively worship in His house.  There is often a sound and a shaking associated with the power of God in action.  In this atmosphere of prayers, praise, and prophecy, the miraculous can take place in your life! 10/15/2023 - Sunday Night Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Acts 2:1 Acts 4:31 Acts 16:25-26 Ezekiel 37:3-4, 7

Tap here to send us a message! Whenever there is a void in a human heart, there will be a desire in the individual to fill that void. God formed mankind in such a way that we will always have a longing for Him. This yearning of the creature for the Creator can be fulfilled as we draw closer to Him and allow His spirit to dwell in us.  10/15/2023 - Sunday Morning Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurr...

Tap here to send us a message! In God's kingdom, there must always be a progression forward. There will be people who are ready to turn back to where they came from, but we can't be dissuaded by them. As we set our face to live for God, He will give us the strength to press on in Him. 10/12/2023 - Thursday Night  Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Jeremiah 42:1-6, 10-16 Titus 2:11...

Tap here to send us a message! It has been said that “God created man in His own image, and so man returned the favor.” If we are going to be saved, we must make sure that we do not craft a comfortable Christ in our own image. Let us see Him as He really is because it is certain that He sees who we really are.  10/08/2023 - Sunday Morning Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Revelation 1:10-1...

Tap here to send us a message! Try as we might, there is no ability in our humanity to return to yesterday. Whether good or bad, the past has a way of binding our present if we allow it. While we must recognize where we have been, there must be something in us the pushes us forward into a greater future.  10/04/2023 - Wednesday Night Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Mark 5:1-15 Luke 8:27

Tap here to send us a message! Barnabas was mentioned in Acts as being one who was an encouragement to those around him. The kingdom of God is in need of people who are not pessimistic or critical but are encouraging. As we go alongside others in the church and help them walk closer to God, we are fulfilling this role and acting as a Christian truly should.  10/01/2023 - Sunday Night Scriptures Us...

Tap here to send us a message! Jehovah Tsidkenu, or "the Lord our righteousness," is mentioned in Jeremiah chapter 23. The Lord is able to take His righteousness and, with it, cover our imperfections. As He imputes His covering of righteousness unto us, we can stand redeemed before Him.  10/01/2023 - Sunday Morning Scriptures Used (In Order of Occurrence): Jeremiah 23:5-8 Isaiah 64:6-7 R...

Tap here to send us a message! Many of the vessels of the Tabernacle were made of wood, which was then covered with a layer of gold. God knows how to use even the common things, and He is the one that covers up the imperfections. Each of us are without much to offer on our own, but when his Spirit covers us, we have beauty and value in His kingdom.  09/28/2023 - Thursday Night Scriptures Used (In...

Tap here to send us a message! All of Scripture is built upon the foundation of the oneness of God. This is why the enemy attacks this reality - to undermine our faith in God and His word. If we can get a true revelation of His oneness, we will have a defense against false doctrine.  09/27/2023 - Wednesday Night Class