First Baptist Islamorada Weekly Message: Faith & Character is Everything March 25, 2025 We live in a world that often glorifies outward appearances, fleeting successes, and the pursuit of material possessions. Whether it is the shows we watch on TV or the advertisements that bombard our phones and tablets, the world is constantly telling Continue Reading…
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Why Faith is Important
First Baptist Islamorada Weekly Message: Why Faith is Important March 18, 2025 I’m sure all of us believe in something we can’t see. We breathe air that keeps us alive, but we can’t actually see it. We respond to the laws of gravity when we jump, fly in a plane or throw a ball Continue Reading…
What is a Soul Saving Faith?
First Baptist Islamorada Weekly Message: What is a Soul Saving Faith? February 4, 2025 What does it mean to be “sold out?” Let’s take a moment to consider what this may look like in our world today. It’s Friday and this person (John) leaves work early to begin preparations. The house is already decked out Continue Reading…
Advent – The Reason for the Season
First Baptist Islamorada Weekly Message: Advent – The Reason for the Season December 3, 2024 So how are you preparing for Christmas? Now that we have passed Thanksgiving, the rush for Christmas is on and the shopping for gifts is underway. As I returned from my Thanksgiving travel, I noticed the lights at FKEC Continue Reading…
Love Like Jesus – Go the Extra Mile
The Community Ministry Weekly Message: Love Like Jesus – Go the Extra Mile October 8, 2024 Have you ever heard the saying “go the extra mile?” The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines going the extra mile to be: doing more than one is required to do. Many don’t know that Jesus was the first one to Continue Reading…
Love Your Enemies
The Community Ministry Weekly Message: Love Your Enemies May 7, 2024 Jesus was a dynamic teacher. Whether it was teaching the twelve disciples or speaking to thousands that gathered to hear Him, Jesus was masterful in capturing people’s interest and attention. He taught by asking questions that required his followers to pursue a deeper Continue Reading…