Introduction Imagine walking into the office of a local church and being greeted by a team of Christians who have one obvious and overwhelming goal, to win their nation to Christ.  The strategy for achieving their goal is plainly stated and centrally posted for all to see.  So many Christians have been steeped in the… Read More


[powerpress] I encourage you to begin to serve God through at least one or two ministry areas of First Baptist Church of Emerson. For obedient Christians, refusal to serve is not an option. You need to be serving. You were created by God for service. Continually taking without giving back will make you spiritually sick.… Read More


There are only 84 congregations in all religions in Bartow. To adequately serve our county we need to start a minimum of 516 churches.  This is number for needed new congregations is based on a ratio of 100 members per new church.  If these churches were started by traditional means, by purchasing land and constructing… Read More


Nathaniel has a drinking problem. He began drinking years ago when he lost his job and family.  He barely makes it on his government check and help from local food and clothes closet ministries. The trailer in which he lives is in need of repair. Nathaniel drinks to forget about his problems. When he heard… Read More


Todd recently turned 18. Todd stopped going to church at the age of 12 when his parents quit making him attend. His senior year in high school has been very difficult. He has struggled to make good grades. Now Todd’s parents are going through a nasty divorce. And just this week, his girlfriend Libby, told… Read More