First Baptist Church Muncie

Giving God Credit

wadeallen — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 19:47:14 +0000

In Psalm 29, David challenges us to give God credit in all things. But giving credit to God is more than lip service. It includes giving God what he is due. This plays out in the way in which we allocate our resources (our time, our money, our attention). And the promise of this psalm is that when we truly make God King (ascribe to Him all that is due Him), he blesses his people with peace.

A Posture of Sacrifice

wadeallen — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 19:53:30 +0000

On this first Sunday of Epiphany, we consider the journey of the wise men. They travel a great distance and offer valuable gifts in order to worship Jesus. Their worship is a model of authentic worship. May we consider our own acts of worship as we engage the story together. Matthew 2:1-12

Trusting God in the New Year

wadeallen — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 19:51:39 +0000

On the final Sunday of 2012, we consider God’s calling in our life to live in various times. We will journey through the story of a small group at First Baptist Church Muncie. in 2012, God called this group to step out into something new and different. We will celebrate their courage and look forward to their new adventure in 2013.

Mary’s Song

wadeallen — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 19:49:49 +0000

As we approach Christmas day, we are often overwhelmed with the stress of the holiday season. The hustle and bustle of buying gifts and preparing food often overshadow the true meaning of Christmas. On this third Sunday of Advent, we consider Mary’s response to God’s intervention in her life. It is a response of giving. May we be challenged through this story to submit our lives to God’s purposes. Luke 1:39-55

One Combined Worship at 10:45 a.m.

Re-Focus

wadeallen — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:03:52 +0000

Philippians 4:4-7

Our lives are often overwhelmed by the anxiety of our current circumstances. In this Advent season, we are challenged to refocus on the greater realities. As Paul instructed the Philippians church, we must place our anxieties in God’s care. As we are able to do this, we will experience a piece that is beyond understanding.

Expectant

wadeallen — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 15:32:36 +0000

Paul’s letter to the Philippians allows us to peer into his heart. He is confident that God will complete the work He began in the Philippians church. He anticipates that this work one day come to an end as Jesus returns. His prayer for the Philippians is that they would also live in this anticipation of Jesus’s return. As you and I explore this text, we are challenged to live in a posture of expectancy and urgency. God will one day return; this truth should drive us as we live out the gospel in our world. Philippians 1:3-11

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Birthday Party for Jesus

willdrumright — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:24:06 +0000

Kids, it’s our favorite party of the year, and you can read all about it.. right here! We’ll have games and crafts, fun with friends, presents to open and lunch at the end. Just let Christy know if you plan to be there, and a gift will await you to unwrap. Our party will celebrate the birth of our King, to Him, the birthday song we will sing!

Date: Saturday, December 15th Time: 10:00 a.m. – noon Place: Lower Auditorium RSVP: Christy (call or text 717-5229) In order for your child to have a gift at the party, We need to know if they will be there.

Christmas Eve Service

willdrumright — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:19:48 +0000

There will be a Candlelight Christmas eve service at 7:00 p.m. on December 24. We will celebrate Christmas as a church family as we consider the Christmas story, participate in communion and sing together the songs of Christmas. This is a special time as we inaugurate the Christmas season.

Advent Organ Concert

willdrumright — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:18:37 +0000

The local chapter of the American Guild of Organists and our church have partnered to present an advent organ concert on Sunday, December 9, at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church. This event will be our Christmas gift to the community.

The program “Advent Blessings: Songs, Lessons, Pipes, and Bells” will feature seven local organists, soloist Meryl Mantione, First Baptist’s bell choir, and hymns by combined church choirs and congregation. In addition, scriptures and narrative will be read by several of our members.

Featured organists will be Leonard Atherton, Kirby Koriath, Kristi Koriath, Tim Lewis, Ron Rarick, Christy Reilley, and Cindy Strietelmeier.

Please plan to attend this free advent program and invite your family, friends and neighbors to join you. We will have childcare so that younger families may attend.

FBC & RABC Caroling

willdrumright — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:16:57 +0000

The annual Caroling and Christmas Dinner at Riverside will be Sunday, December 16. The caroling will begin at 3:00 p.m. with a dinner to follow at 6:00 p.m.. A program will follow the meal. The meat, drink, and table service will be furnished. Please bring a side dish or two to share. You do not have to carol to attend the dinner. If you plan to carol please contact Terry Harke: 284-2852 so we can set up caroling groups. Also if you can transport a caroling group please let Terry know.