“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin…” (Zech. 4:10)   Pickens Baptist Association is a rural association. What does that mean exactly? Well, when you compare rural communities to suburban and urban ones, there is a distinct difference. The lifestyle in urban and suburban areas “tend be […]

“The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed…” (Matt. 13:31a)   As PBA churches, how are you showing love to the community in which you live?  I could name you several ways to do it, but I’d rather share with you an example of how one church is showing its love for Christ to […]

   “You were also included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the Gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the day of redemption of those who are God’s possession….” (Ephesians 1:13 -14)   There are […]