Faith
Important to share God’s Word with others
As Christian people, one of our best witnessing tools is sharing the Bible with others. God opens many doors for us to tell people about God’s Word. Paul asked others to pray for such opportunities for him. In Ephesians 6:18-20, Paul makes one of those requests:…
Read MoreEquality Methodist Church ignites spiritual renewal in local communities
Special to the News The Equality Methodist Church is excited to announce its upcoming revival event “Rebuild Restore Renew” May 5-8 at Equality Methodist Church located at 281 Alabama Highway 259 in Equality. Dynamic pastors, speakers, special music, and more will highlight these impactful messages centered on the importance of the church and revival. Equality…
Read MoreChurch Briefs
May 5 Concord Baptist Church is having Homecoming this Sunday, May 5, starting at 10:30 a.m. The singing group is “After Grace.” Fellowship covered dish meal after the 12:00 service. Everyone is welcome. May 5 – 8 EQUALITY, ALABAMA – The Equality Methodist Church is excited to announce its upcoming revival event “Rebuild Restore Renew”…
Read MoreWhat does the Bible say about baptism?
In the New Testament we read of several baptisms. For example, the baptism of Moses, the baptism of suffering, the baptism of John, the baptism of fire, the baptism of the Holy Ghost, and water baptism. But as Paul was writing the book of Ephesians about 63 A.D. he stated that there is only…
Read MoreBeing like Jesus
We recently returned from a wonderful family camp with a challenging theme. It was “To Be Like Jesus,” which is a tall order. But the Bible tells us we are to walk as He walked. The only way to achieve that lofty standard is through Him. We can’t do it ourselves. But we also can’t…
Read MoreUnscriptural language
Words convey ideas and are extremely important! This is especially true about Bible words since they convey Bible ideas. In Proverbs 15:1 we read, “A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.” Solomon also wrote, “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver” (Proverbs 25:11).…
Read MoreHow do we serve God?
How do we serve God? With our very best! With everything within us! Considering all that Jesus Christ has done for us – including forgiving our sins, bringing us into a relationship with God and making us right for heaven – could we offer anything less than our very best? In other words, we…
Read MoreAre we too “technical” about God’s commands?
Many seem to approach the Bible with the proverbial “grain of salt,” and as a result they do not take the Word of God seriously. We are willing to obey God IF it is convenient; IF it fits into our thinking and IF it is not too difficult. But, we need to learn that God…
Read MoreChurch calendar: April 5, 2024
April 6 Holly Springs Baptist Church and Cemetery Association will hold its bi-annual meeting at 10 a.m. April 6 at Holly Springs Baptist Church. All members, please attend.
Read MoreOld Testament foretold Jesus’ resurrection
Thousands upon thousands will give thanks this Sunday for the unspeakable gift of God, which is the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. That’s what we as Christians do on Easter Sunday. We worship Him. Obviously, that worship is not relegated only to Easter Sunday. We praise Jesus daily for providing the ultimate…
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