Welcome to First Baptist
Sunday School at 9:00am
Worship Service at 10:15am
Messages
Fool-Proof Fathering: Leaving a Legacy
Fatherhood isn’t just about being present. It is about being intentional legacy builders who shape the next generation through wisdom passed down from God’s design. This Father’s Day message, drawn from the book of Proverbs, emphasizes that parents, not churches or schools, carry the primary responsibility for passing on both spiritual truth and practical life skills. This sermon highlights three essential parts of fatherhood. First is deliberate training that covers everything from faith to finances. Second is authentic modeling where…
Check Yourself: Pride
Think you don’t struggle with pride? Think again. This powerful message from our “Fool-Proofing Your Life” series exposes how pride—the root of all sin—might be secretly destroying your relationships, your reputation, and your walk with God without you even realizing it. From the unwillingness to ask for help to that constant need to one-up others in conversation, discover the 7 sneaky ways pride infiltrates our daily lives and learn practical, life-changing steps to replace it with Christ-like humility. Whether you’re…
Fool-Proof Your Life: The Starting Point
Life is HARD. Credit card debt, toxic relationships, bad habits, poor decisions — it’s easy to dig yourself into holes that take years to climb out of. But what if you could avoid those traps before falling into them? This message kicks off our new summer series in the Book of Proverbs — ancient wisdom that still speaks powerfully into life today. You’ll learn why even smart people make foolish choices, the ONE foundation that changes how you make decisions,…
Blog Posts
Seed Planting
So plant your seeds—both in the ground and in people’s lives—and trust the Lord of the harvest to bring the growth.
Abiding in Christ for Fruitful Living
In the bustling world we live in, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We often find ourselves caught up in the daily grind, chasing after success, comfort, and personal gain. But what if there’s a greater purpose for our lives? What if we’re meant to be connected to something—or someone—far more significant than our individual pursuits? This profound truth is beautifully illustrated in the analogy of the vine and branches found in John 15. Here, we’re presented…
Savior and Lord
Unfortunately, you can’t make Jesus your Savior, but not accept him as Lord. He must be both. James 2:26 tells us that faith without deeds is dead. A belief that Jesus saves without submitting to Jesus as Lord is described by James as a dead faith.
Location Details
205 S. Grand St. Chariton, Iowa 50049
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Sunday School at 9:00 am
Sunday Service at 10:15 am