Prayer Requests

BOTH CAMPUSES

GATHER 07/06/25 The Great Wait: Delight and Discernment in the Second Coming, "Six Things to Do While We Wait for Jesus,2"  Baptism
Sunday's Songs: The Solid Rock, Cornerstone, How Great Thou Art, Because He Lives  Listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube 
Pastor Steve's weekly newsletter,  can be accessed here,  NEWSLETTER, June 26 and the Politics of Sex
  • Discover Class: Learn more about First Bible and how to get connected. Discover will not meet in July but is scheduled for Sunday,  August 3 in Madison at 10:45; and on September 7th on both campuses,  9:15 in Decatur & 10:45 in Madison.  Register ONLINE, or at the HUB.
  • Family Worship: Now - August 3rd. During this time, we invite our children to join their families for worship services in the sanctuary. Elementary classes and Student Ministry will not meet during this time. Elementary aged children will have a special bulletin for each of these Sundays. ABF classes will vary, so please check with the class teacher or stop by the Hub. Nursery - Preschool will continue to meet. You can grab a Parent Packet near the bulletins or at the Hub on Sunday, also available online here, to find details, tips, and helpful resources for parents during family worship.
  • GO! Opportunity: Belize Mission Trip Informational Meeting - Sunday, July 13, 2:00 p.m. at the Decatur Campus. The trip is scheduled for January 10-17, 2026. Fourteen spots are available and all skill levels are welcomed. Contact Pastor JESS. Working with FBC missionaries, Kent & Marion Fuller.
  • Crossings Middle School Camp: 7/11-15. Online registration is closed. Please email HUB, or contact the Student Ministry staff.
  • Membership Class - If you're interested in becoming a member of First Bible, a two part membership class will take place on August 17 & 24, 9:15 in Decatur and 10:45 in Madison.  You can register on our website or stop by the Hub. MEMBERSHIP CLASS

DECATUR CAMPUS

  • Go Opportunity helping Hands Across Decatur: This local ministry needs some assistance in filling their pantry with non-perishable food items that they provide for the homeless community. A list of these items may be found at the HUB. or click this LINK for needed items. Drop  items off in the Coffee Commons by July 20th! 
  • Women's Ministry The Table, JULY  Women's Lunch & GO! Event, July 16. From 10-11 AM, we will volunteer at Clothe Our Kids. Then, from 11 AM-12 PM, we will meet back at the church for lunch and hear from ladies involved in First Priority. You can sign up for either or both time slots. Lunch is available for purchase, or you may bring your own. Childcare for nursery-5th grade provided upon registering, children will need to bring lunch; no PB. Sign up by July 13th!  REGISTER JULY Also, there is an opportunity to purchase specific clothing items requested by the organization, please see the flyers or posters with the code that will give you the info. 
  • First Priority Training in July. A training flyer with specific trainings and locations is available at the HUB. If you are serving in elementary clubs, you must attend an elementary training. If you are serving in a middle or high school club, you must attend a MS/HS training. If you are serving in both, you must attend one training of each ministry. You only need to attend one training for any area you are serving in. Questions? TELETE

MADISON CAMPUS

  • Go Opportunity helping Downtown Rescue Mission: The DRM is experiencing a shortage of critical food items that they provide for our community. A list of these items can be found at the HUB along with the Food Collection Barrel where items may be placed.  Deadline for the collection is July 20th!
  • SHINE Children's Ministry - Fun in the Sun at the Sunshine Oaks Park Playground. July 20th, 5:30 p.m.  Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, yard games.
  • Pathfinders: College & Career Age ABF  We invite anyone who has graduated high school, is of college age, or has recently completed college to join us. We are currently studying the Book of Joshua.  Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., Room 101. If you have any questions, feel free to email HUB 
Ladies Ministry: New Bible Studies will begin in August/September. Questions - email MARY. Be sure to check back in July for details.

Sunday Schedule

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DECATUR CAMPUS

Sunday,  07/06/25 
9:15a.m. Worship Service
10:45a.m.  Worship Service
Children's Classes, Nursery-Pre K both hours

MADISON CAMPUS

Sunday,  07/06/25 (ABF Classes will vary, please check at the HUB in the lobby)
9:15a.m. Worship Service
9:15a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship (some ABF's will meet)
10:45a.m.  Worship Service
10:45a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship (some ABF's will meet)
Children's Classes, Nursery-Pre K  both hours

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June 29, 2025 sermon outline