by Alys Grissom | May 13, 2020 | Discipleship
Yesterday as we were out on an errand, my nearly nine-year old suddenly said out loud, “It’s no fair. We worked so hard all year, and we didn’t get to go on one field trip! And, we don’t get to have field day!” I didn’t mention that this weekend would have also been...
by Alys Grissom | Jan 8, 2020 | Discipleship
[NOTE: Honestly, this isn’t a post I necessarily wanted to write, but mostly it’s because I fear that many will think that I am being judgmental or self-righteous. However, after much prayer and an urging from the Spirit to do so, I must be obedient. Please accept the...
by Rick Bertou | Jan 17, 2019 | Discipleship
On Sunday, January 13th, our Elders announced that the Lord is leading us to make some major changes at First Baptist Powell. We are devoted to striking a new balance between teaching/proclaiming the Word of God and building deep friendships/relationships that...
by Hunter Long | Sep 6, 2018 | Discipleship, Family, Students
I always hated being told the definition of “insanity.” Growing up playing sports, my father always told me: “Hunter, what you’re doing is insane. You’re doing the same thing over and over, and expecting a different result.” The most frustrating part about it though...
by Grace Maples | Jul 3, 2018 | Discipleship
“Why does God allow the righteous to suffer?” I have asked myself this question many times, especially recently when I went through a tough season. The question baffles and vexes many pastors, teachers, and Christians, but many don’t know the answer. However, the book...
by Grace Maples | Jun 21, 2018 | Discipleship, Students
Sometimes it’s painfully obvious I’ll never be one of the cool kids. I’ll never have the right clothes or be in the right crowd. We all pursue “fitting in” and “being accepted” but end up short. But that’s okay. We’ll never fit in. Ever. As believers, this world is...
