Open to Explore Devotions

Feb. 1 - Scripture and Sermon

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0500

Scripture reading from John 4 and a (sort of) sermon

Janet Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Conversation with Janet Cleland about spiritual direction and the spiritual lessons of Advent.

Francis Bennett

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0500

A conversation with Francis Bennett, our oldest living church member.

December 3- Tom Granum

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0500

A conversation with Tom Granum about the Sanctuary Choir's presentation of the Vivaldi Gloria on December 7th during Morning Worship.

December 1- Zeke Delozier

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

April 18 Devotion | Pastoral Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The daily devotions during Lent from FBC Athens conclude today, Good Friday. Matt Marston shares insights from the scripture and the event of the cross for your reflection. As the music continues, prepare your heart and mind to experience the presence of God.

April 17 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is 1 Corinthians 11:23-26. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

April 16 Devotion | Frank Granger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 19:29-44. Today’s devotion is given by Frank Granger.

April 15 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 19:29-40. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

April 14 Devotion | Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 19:29-44. Today’s devotion is given by Jennifer Baxley.

April 11 Devotion | Pastoral Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for the fifth week in Lent has been Luke chapter 18 verse 31 – Chapter 19 verse 10. Today our pastor, Matt Marston offers additional insights and reflections on this series of events as Jesus nears Jerusalem.

April 10 Devotion | Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 19:1-10. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

April 9 Devotion | Larry Divers

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 18:31 – 19:10. Today’s devotion is given by Larry Divers.

April 8 Devotion | Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

April 7 Devotion | Al Henderson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 18:31 – 19:10. Today’s devotion is given by Al Henderson.

April 4 Devotion | Pastoral Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for the fourth week in Lent has been Luke 16:19-31. Today our pastor, Matt Marston offers additional insights and reflections on the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus.

April 3 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 16:19-31. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

April 2 Devotion | Olivia Buckner

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 16:19-31. Today’s devotion is given by Olivia Buckner.

April 1 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

March 31 Devotion | Caroline Randa

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 16:19-31. Today’s devotion is given by Caroline Randa.

March 28 Devotion | Pastoral Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for the third week in Lent has been Luke chapter 15 verses 1-32. Today our pastor, Matt Marston offers additional insights and reflections on this familiar passage which includes three parables, The Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, and The Lost Son.

March 27 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 15:1-10. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

March 26 Devotion | Sarah Littlefield

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 15:1-32. Today’s devotion is given by Sarah Littlefield.

March 25 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 15:1-3, 11-32. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

March 24 Devotion | Lynn Hanson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 15:1-32. Today’s devotion is given by Lynn Hanson.

March 21 Devotion | Pastoral Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 10:25-37. This past Sunday was youth Sunday and our devotions for the week have been given by our youth. Today Emily Glass, our Minister to Students and Young Adults offers additional insights on this familiar passage for our reflection.

March 20 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 10:36-37. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

March 19 Devotion | Owen Gertsch

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 10:25-37. Today’s devotion is given by Owen Gertsch.

March 18 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 10:29-35. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

March 17 Devotion | Skylar Randa

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 10:25-37. Today’s devotion is given by Skylar Randa.

March 14 Devotion | Pastoral Reflections on Scripture

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 13:1-9, and 31-35. Today our pastor Matt Marston offers additional insights on the scripture for personal reflection.

Devotion on March 13 | Scripture & Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 13:6-9. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

March 12 Devotion | Carlie Shaw

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 13:1-9, and 31-35. Today’s devotion is given by Carlie Shaw and focuses on verses 1-9 of Luke chapter 13.

March 11 Devotion | Scripture and Reflection

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus today is Luke 13:1-5. Following the scripture, you will hear a brief reflection on this passage from the Daily Feast followed by questions for prayer and reflection. You are invited to pause and take a few minutes to listen and reflect on scripture.

March 10 Devotion | Lee Germany

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The scripture focus for this week is Luke 13:1-9, and 31-35. Today’s devotion is given by Lee Germany and focuses on verses 31-35 of Luke chapter 13.

Lent Devotions Trailer

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Our Lent devotions begins on Monday morning, March 10. Each week these devotions will be based on the Gospel lesson from the previous Sunday’s worship. These will continue for six weeks ending on Good Friday, April 18. The trailer offers a description of the daily podcasts each week. We pray these insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery.

December 25 Devotion | Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Jennifer Baxley.

December 24 Devotion | Chris Conley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Chris Conley.

December 23 Devotion | Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Jamie Hogan.

December 20 Devotion | Sally Ann Nichols

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Sally Ann Nichols.

December 19 Devotion | Steven Glass

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Steven Glass.

December 18 Devotion | Katie Hanks

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Katie Hanks.

December 17 Devotion | Rod Hernandez

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Rod Hernandez.

December 16 Devotion | Lisa Saunders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Lisa Saunders.

December 13 Devotion | Ken Greene

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Ken Greene.

December 12 Devotion | Becky Braid

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Becky Braid.

December 11 Devotion | Chris Brown

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Chris Brown.

December 10 Devotion | Meg Rooney

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Meg Rooney.

December 9 Devotion | Judy Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Judy Marston.

December 6 Devotion | Kathy Wright

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Kathy Wright.

December 5 Devotion | John Marshall

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by John Marshall.

December 4 Devotion | Cathy Wilkinson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Cathy Wilkinson.

December 3 Devotion | Bill Hale

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Bill Hale.

December 2 Devotion | Teresa Granger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Advent devotions from our members who share about the ways they have experienced the light, and hope, and meaning of God’s magnificent gift. Today’s devotion is given by Teresa Granger.

Praying with Scripture | Intercession

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast introduces the type of prayer known as intercession. The scripture selection used is Exodus 32:10-14.

Praying with Scripture | Day 2 Breath Prayer

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0500

The podcast today shares additional information about the Breath Prayer, how to create one for your personal use, and other phrases to use as Breath Prayers. The scripture selection is Luke 18:1-8.

Praying with Scripture | Breath Prayer

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast introduces the prayer practice known as the Breath Prayer. The scripture selection is Luke 18:1-8.

Praying with Scripture | Day 2 Confession

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast offers another insight into the value of confession for our faith experience. The scripture selection is James 5:16.

Praying with Scripture | Confession

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast explores the value of confession for our spiritual health and healing. The scripture selection is James 5:16

Praying with Scripture | Day 2 with The Examen

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast provides a new experience and opportunity to use the prayer practice of The Examen. The scripture passage used with this prayer practice is James 4:2-3.

Praying with Scripture | The Examen

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast provides an introduction and method for using the prayer practice of The Examen. The scripture passage used with this prayer practice is James 4:2-3.

Praying with Scripture | Day 2 Contemplative Walking

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast provides a new experience and opportunity to use the prayer practice of Contemplative Walking. The scripture passage used with this prayer practice is Matthew 7:7-11.

Praying with Scripture | Contemplative Walking

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast provides examples and an experience in using Contemplative Walking. The scripture passage used with this prayer practice is Matthew 7:7-11.

Praying with Scripture | The Lord's Prayer

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s Praying with Scripture podcast provides examples and an experience in using phrases from the scripture text to guide personal prayer time. The Lord’s Prayer, as recorded in Matthew 6:9-13, is used for the exercise.

Introducing the Prayer Practice of Lectio Divina with the Lord's Prayer

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This podcast introduces the prayer practice known as Lectio Divina. After a brief introduction and description of Lectio Divina, the podcast provides guidance for using the method with the Lord’ Prayer as recorded in Matthew 6:9-13.

For a copy of a a full description for how to use the Lectio Divina Method email Frank Granger at frank@firstbptistathens.org.

Trailer for Scripture and Prayer Series

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Introducing a 6-Week series featuring ways to pray with scripture. Listen to the trailer

Pentecost is Sunday May 19

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 16 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This coming Sunday, May 19 is Pentecost Sunday. We will celebrate this glorious day in our worship together. Prior to worship, at 10:30 am, we will gather in the prayer garden, which is located on the front lawn to the right of our sanctuary. Light refreshments will be served. Then, we will walk from there together and enter the sanctuary from the front to begin our worship. Worship time is 11:00 a.m.

March 29 Devotion | Matt Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Friday, March 29 is day 39 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. The devotions for this week, Holy Week, are focused on scripture texts related to events in Jesus’ final week. We offer these reflections to guide you as you continue your journey in Lent, moving closer to the cross. The devotion today, is based on John 19:16-30 The Crucifixion of Jesus and is given by Matt Marston.

March 28 Devotion | Emily Glass

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Thursday, March 28 is day 38 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. The devotions for this week, Holy Week, are focused on scripture texts related to events in Jesus’ final week. We offer these reflections to guide you as you continue your journey in Lent, moving closer to the cross. The devotion today, is based on Matthew 26:20-29 The Last Supper and is given by Emily Glass.

Stations of the Cross

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:22:02 -0400

This podcast serves as an audio guide for walking and meditating on the 14 Stations of the Cross. It is designed for use in the Prayer Garden at First Baptist Church in downtown Athens, GA. The Garden is open on MAUNDY THURSDAY or GOOD FRIDAY (March 28 & 29, 2024)through the day. The podcast is timed so that once it is started, a person can allow it to play continuously being guided from station to station with time for silence and meditation at each station. A bell tone will sound, followed by a prompt indicating it is time to move to the next station.

Option

While it is designed to be used when physically walking a path of the 14 stations, this podcast can be adapted for use in other settings. One can simply find a quite place, inside or outside, and listen to the prayers, identified stations, and prompts for reflection.

Information about the Stations

The Stations of the Cross are a 14-step devotion commemorating Jesus Christ's last day on Earth as a man. These stations focus on specific events beginning with his condemnation. These are commonly used as a mini pilgrimage. At each station, recall and meditate on the specific event from Christ's last day.

March 27 Devotion | Tom Granum

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Wednesday, March 27 is day 37 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. The devotions for this week, Holy Week, are focused on scripture texts related to events in Jesus’ final week. We offer these reflections to guide you as you continue your journey in Lent, moving closer to the cross. The devotion today, is based on Mark 14:1-9 The Anointing at Bethany and is given by Tom Granum.

March 26 Devotion | Janet Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Tuesday, March 26 is day 36 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. The devotions for this week, Holy Week, are focused on scripture texts related to events in Jesus’ final week. We offer these reflections to guide you as you continue your journey in Lent, moving closer to the cross. The devotion today, is based on Mark 12:28-34, The Great Commandment and is given by Janet Cleland.

March 25 Devotion | Frank Granger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Monday, March 25 is day 35 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. The devotions for this week, Holy Week, are focused on scripture texts related to events in Jesus’ final week. We offer these reflections to guide you as you continue your journey in Lent, moving closer to the cross. The devotion today is based on Mark 11:15-9, Jesus Cleanses the temple and is given by Frank Granger.

March 22 Devotion | Bobbie Epting

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Friday, March 22 is day 33 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Bobbie Epting.

March 21 Devotion | Addison Aycock

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Thursday, March 21 is day 32 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Addison Aycock.

March 20 Devotion | Ivy Young

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Wednesday, March 20 is day 31 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Ivy Young.

March 19 Devotion | Michael Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Tuesday, March 19 is day 30 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Michael Cleland.

March 18 Devotion | Bridget Silvert

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Monday, March 18 is day 29 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Bridget Silvert.

March 15 Devotion | Susan Greene

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Friday, March 15 is day 27 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Susan Greene.

March 14 Devotion | Claire Jordan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Thursday, March 14 is day 26 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Claire Jordan.

March 13 Devotion | Ray Noblet

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Wednesday, March 13 is day 25 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Ray Noblet.

March 12 Devotion | Cathy Wilkinson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Tuesday, March 12 is day 24 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Cathy Wilkinson.

March 11 Devotion | Joanna Hill

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Monday, March 11 is day 23 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Joanna Hill.

March 8 Devotion | Jill Dawson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Friday, March 8 is day 21 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Jill Dawson.

March 7 Devotion | Jon Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Thursday, March 7 is day 20 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Jon Hogan.

March 6 Devotion | Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Wednesday, March 6 is day 19 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Jennifer Baxley.

March 5 Devotion | Perry Cunningham

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Tuesday, March 5 is day 18 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Perry Cunningham.

March 4 Devotion | Deborah Millians

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Monday, March 4 is day 17 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Deborah Millians.

March 1 Devotion | Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Friday, March 1 is day 15 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Jamie Hogan.

February 29 Devotion | Fred Young

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Thursday, February 29 is day 14 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Fred Young.

February 28 Devotion | Helen Mills

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Wednesday, February 28 is day 13 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Helen Mills.

February 27 Devotion | Will Divers

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Tuesday, February 27 is day 12 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Will Divers.

February 26 Devotion | Alexis Jorgensen

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Monday, February 26 is day 11 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Alexis Jorgensen.

February 23 Devotion | Sally Ann Nichols

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Friday, February 23 is day 9 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Sally Ann Nichols.

February 22 Devotion | Jeff Randa

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Thursday, February 22 is day 8 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Jeff Randa.

February 21 Devotion | Donna Hopper

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Wednesday, February 21 is day 7 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Donna Hopper.

February 20 Devotion | Christopher Adams

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Tuesday, February 20 is day 6 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Christopher Adams.

February 19 Devotion | Gigi Lastinger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0500

Monday, February 19 is day 5 of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions for reflection during Lent. These are personal stories given by members and come from their personal life and journey in faith. Real people sharing their joys and sorrows, doubts and convictions, fears, hopes, and gratitude. As you make your personal journey, and choices, during Lent, we hope their insights will bring you inspiration, encouragement, and discovery. The devotion today is given by Gigi Lastinger.

December 22 Devotion | Matthew Nichols

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 2:25-32 and is read by Zachary Rawls. The devotion today is given by Matthew Nichols.

December 21 Devotion | Martha Thomas

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 2:8-20 and is read by Charlotte Gertsch and Nadine Quarles. The devotion today is given by Martha Thomas.

December 20 Devotion | Jasan Laughman

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 2:1-7 and is read by Nadine Quarles. The devotion today is given by Jasan Laughman.

December 19 Devotion | Gerald Wright

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 1:67-79 and is read by Owen Gertsch. The devotion today is given by Gerald Wright.

December 18 Devotion | Livy Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Micah 2:2-5 and is read by Quinn Cunningham. The devotion today is given by Livy Baxley.

December 15 Devotion | Sam Jorgensen

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Matthew 1:18-25 and is read by Lily Gordon and Will Gordon. The devotion today is given by Sam Jorgensen.

December 14 Devotion | Kathryn Taylor

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 1:46-55 and is read by Maria Baxley. The devotion today is given by Kathryn Taylor.

December 13 Devotion | Gail Marion

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 1:39-45 and is read by Elinor Ellis. The devotion today is given by Gail Marion.

December 12 Devotion | Chad Willingham

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Luke 1:26-38 and is read by Sadie Leigh Randa, Charles Millians, and Caroline Baxley. The devotion today is given by Chad Willingham.

December 11 Devotion | Chelsea Byrd

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Isaiah 7:10-16 and is read by Isaac Marston. The devotion today is given by Chelsea Byrd.

December 8 Devotion | Lee Germany

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 and is read by Sam Lumpkin. The devotion today is given by Lee Germany.

December 7 Devotion | Margaret Earnest

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Isaiah 11:1-6 and is read by Skylar Randa. The devotion today is given by Margaret Earnest.

December 6 Devotion | Sharon Hulsey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Isaiah 61:1-4 and is read by Jon Millians. The devotion today is given by Sharon Hulsey.

Link to Song:

Open Up by The Brilliance on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/track/6XRKTQ3n1CpS55DQqjGadY

December 5 Devotion | Cindy Haygood

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Isaiah 40:1-5 and is read by Danielle Williams. The devotion today is given by Cindy Haygood.

Links to Songs Referenced

Breath of Heaven by Amy Grant on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/track/6fmYoJZsJzUbHPjfTyhhTz

Joseph’s Lullaby by Bart Millard and Brown Banister on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/track/6O5uG9bAYLuI7xMDwiWK2v

December 4 Devotion | Mickey Schuber

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s scripture is Isaiah 2:1-5 and is read by Matthew Baxley. The devotion today is given by Mickey Schuber.

Trailer for Advent 2023 Devotions

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 12:29:41 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens and Open to Explore Devotions will be bringing a new series of Advent Devotions for 2023. These daily podcast devotions will begin on Monday, December 4th. The focus for our 2023 devotions is the impact that music has on our experience of the Advent and Christmas season. In these podcasts you will hear about music which is special to our story tellers. May it also bring you joy, and inspiration. The devotion includes a daily scripture taken from the traditional scriptures of prophecy and proclamation for the Advent and Christmas season.

December Worship Opportunities
Sunday, December 3 Advent I

11:00 a.m. Worship & Communion

Sunday, December 10 Advent II

11:00 a.m. Worship & Children’s Musical

Sunday, December 17 Advent III

11:00 a.m. Magnificat: A Service of Lessons and Carols

Tuesday, December 19

6:00 p.m. Blue Christmas: A Service of Remembrance and Hope

Sunday, December 24 Advent IV

11:00 a.m. Worship with Baptism

5:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Worship

Stations of the Cross

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Guidelines for walking the stations of the cross

This podcast serves as an audio guide for a self-guided listening experience to meditate on the 14 Stations of the Cross. The podcast is timed so you can let it play continuously, having for a brief time of silence in between each station. A bell tone will sound, followed by a prompt indicating it is time to prepare for the next station.

Option

The podcast can be used in a variety of ways. One can listen while taking a walk, or finding a quiet place, inside or outside, and listen to the prayers, identified stations, and prompts for reflection. If you have access to a church or garden with visual representations of the stations, the podcast can serve as a wonderful guide for physically walking the stations.

Information about the Stations

Source of Prayers

The opening and closing prayers are taken from Gathering for Worship: Patterns and Prayers for the Community of Disciples, edited by Christopher J. Ellis and Myra Blyth for The Baptist Union of Great Brittain. Canterbury Press, Norwich, 2005.

April 7 Devotion: Nancy Hernandez

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today is Good Friday, the 39th day of the Lenten journey. Tomorrow, Holy Saturday, will be the 40th, and final day of this pilgrimage to the cross. A special podcast, The Stations of the Cross, will be available tomorrow. It offers a self-guided listening experience of the 14 stations of the cross. The devotion for today is shared by Nancy Hernandez. The scripture reading is Matthew 21:1-17, and is read from The New Living Translation. Addison Aycock plays Beneath the Cross of Jesus.

April 6 Devotion: Howard Germany

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today is Maundy Thursday of Holy Week. The name Maundy is from the Latin word for commandment, and references the new commandment Jesus gives his disciple, “love one another as I have loved you.” The devotion is given by Howard Germany. The scripture reading is Matthew 21:1-17, and is read from The New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. Addison Aycock plays Beneath the Cross of Jesus.

April 5 Devotion: Marcia Caskey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today is Wednesday of Holy Week, day 37 of the Lenten Journey. The devotion is given by Marcia Caskey. The scripture reading is Matthew 21:1-17, and is read from The Common English Bible. Addison Aycock plays Beneath the Cross of Jesus.

April 4 Devotion: Rick Dawson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Tuesday of Holy week marks the 36th day of The Lenten journey. The devotion is given by Rick Dawson. The scripture reading is Matthew 21:1-17, and is read from The Voice translation. Addison Aycock plays Beneath the Cross of Jesus.

April 3 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. The Lenten journey nears its end as we enter Holy Week. The devotion is given by Jennifer Baxley. The scripture reading is Matthew 21:1-17, and is read from The Message. Addison Aycock plays Beneath the Cross of Jesus.

March 31 Devotion: Mary Barton

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today marks the 33rd day of the pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Mary Barton and is based on the parable of the Ten Bridesmaids recorded in Matthew 25:1-13. It will be read today from the Voice Translation. Addison Aycock plays Amazing Grace to begin the devotion.

March 30 Devotion: Elizabeth Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today marks the 32nd day of the pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Elizabeth Marston and is based on the parable of the Ten Bridesmaids recorded in Matthew 25:1-13. It will be read today from the New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. Addison Aycock plays Amazing Grace to begin the devotion.

March 29 Devotion: Ray Austin

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today marks the 31st day of the pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Ray Austin and is based on the parable of the Ten Bridesmaids recorded in Matthew 25:1-13. It will be read today from the Message. Addison Aycock plays Amazing Grace to begin the devotion.

March 28 Devotion: Alexis Jorgensen

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today marks the 30th day of the pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Alexis Jorgensen and is based on the parable of the Ten Bridesmaids recorded in Matthew 25:1-13. It will be read today from the Common English Bible. Addison Aycock plays Amazing Grace to begin the devotion.

March 27 Devotion: Anne McDonald

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. Today marks the 29th day of the pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Anne McDonald and is based on the parable of the Ten Bridesmaids recorded in Matthew 25:1-13. It will be read today from the New Living Translation. Addison Aycock plays Amazing Grace to begin the devotion.

March 24 Devotion: Frank Granger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. We are now in the fourth week of our Lenten journey, today being the 27th day of our pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Frank Granger; it is based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 25:31-46, and read today from The Voice Translation. Addison Aycock plays the tune Simple Gifts to begin the devotion.

March 23 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. We are now in the fourth week of our Lenten journey, today being the 26th day of our pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Jamie Hogan; it is based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 25:31-46, and read today from the Common English Bible. Addison Aycock plays the tune Simple Gifts to begin the devotion.

March 22 Devotion: David Millians

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. We are now in the fourth week of our Lenten journey, today being the 25th day of our pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by David Millians; it is based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 25:31-46, and read today from the Message. Addison Aycock plays the tune Simple Gifts to begin the devotion.

March 21 Devotion: Jessie Robinette

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. We are now in the fourth week of our Lenten journey, today being the 24th day of our pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Jessie Robinette; it is based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 25:31-46, and read today from the New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. Addison Aycock, plays the tune Simple Gifts to begin the devotion.

March 20 Devotion: Michael Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions. We are now in the fourth week of our Lenten journey, today being the 23rd day of our pilgrimage to the cross. The devotion is given by Michael Cleland; it is based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 25:31-46, and read today from the New Living Translation. Addison Aycock, plays the tune Simple Gifts to begin the devotion.

March 17 Devotion: Nancy Hernandez

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 21 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Nancy Hernandez and is based on the parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. The reading today is from the Voice Translation. Allow for the music played by Addison Aycock, to quiet your mind and open your spirit to listen for God.

March 16 Devotion: Rick Dawson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 20 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Rick Dawson and is based on the parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. The reading today is from the Common English Bible. Allow for the music played by Addison Aycock, to quiet your mind and open your spirit to listen for God.

March 15 Devotion: Marcia Caskey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 19 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Marcia Caskey and is based on the parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. The reading today is from the New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. Allow for the music played by Addison Aycock, to quiet your mind and open your spirit to listen for God.

March 14 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 18 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Jennifer Baxley and is based on the parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. The reading today is from the Message. Allow for the music played by Addison Aycock, to quiet your mind and open your spirit to listen for God.

Devotion March 13: Howard Germany

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 17 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Howard Germany and is based on the parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. The reading today is from the New Living Translation. Allow for the music played by Addison Aycock, to quiet your mind and open your spirit to listen for God.

March 10 Devotion: Frank Granger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 15 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Frank Granger and is based on the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard in Matthew 20:1-16. The reading today is from the Voice translation. Listen to the tune of Simple Gifts played by Addison Aycock, and prepare your mind, heart, and spirit to listen for God.

March 9 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 14 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Jamie Hogan and is based on the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard in Matthew 20:1-16. The reading today is from the Contemporary English Bible. Listen to the tune of Simple Gifts played by Addison Aycock, and prepare your mind, heart, and spirit to listen for God

March 8 Devotion: David Millians

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 13 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by David Millians and is based on the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard in Matthew 20:1-16. The reading today is from the New Living Translation. Listen to the tune of Simple Gifts played by Addison Aycock, and prepare your mind, heart, and spirit to listen for God.

March 7 Devotion: Jessie Robinette

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 12 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Jessie Robinette and is based on the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard in Matthew 20:1-16. The reading today is from the Message. Listen to the tune of Simple Gifts played by Addison Aycock, and prepare your mind, heart, and spirit to listen for God.

March 6 Devotion: Michael Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

The FBC Athens Podcast, Open to Explore Devotions presents today’s devotion for day 11 in our Lenten journey to the cross. It given by Michael Cleland and is based on the parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard in Matthew 20:1-16. The reading today is from the New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. Listen to the tune of Simple Gifts played by Addison Aycock, and prepare your mind, heart, and spirit to listen for God.

March 3 Devotion: Mary Barton

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today is the 9th day of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions prepared by our members to support you in your pilgrimage to the cross. Mary Barton shares the devotion today, which follows a reading of Matthew 18:15-35 from The Message. The instrumental music of Amazing Grace is played on saxophone by Addison Aycock.

March 2 Devotion: Ray Austin

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today is the 8th day of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions prepared by our members to support you in your pilgrimage to the cross. Ray Austin shares the devotion today, which follows a reading of Matthew 18:15-20 from the New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. The instrumental music of Amazing Grace is played on saxophone by Addison Aycock.

March 1 Devotion: Elizabeth Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today is the 7th day of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions prepared by our members to support you in your pilgrimage to the cross. Elizabeth Marston shares the devotion today, which follows a reading of Matthew 18:23-35 from the New Living Translation. The instrumental music of Amazing Grace is played on saxophone by Addison Aycock.

February 28 Devotion: Alexis Jorgensen

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today is the 6th day of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions prepared by our members to support you in your pilgrimage to the cross. Alexis Jorgensen shares the devotion today, which follows a reading of Matthew 18:15-22 from The Voice translation. The instrumental music of Amazing Grace is played on saxophone by Addison Aycock.

February 27 Devotion: Anne McDonald

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Today is the 5th day of the Lenten Journey. First Baptist Church of Athens offers daily devotions prepared by our members to support you in your pilgrimage to the cross. Anne McDonald shares the devotion today, which follows a reading of Matthew 18:15-35 from the Common English Bible. The instrumental music of Amazing Grace is played on saxophone by Addison Aycock.

Trailer for Lent 2023 Devotions

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Open to Explore Devotions begins a new season of daily devotions beginning Monday, February 27. First Baptist Church of Athens offers these, Monday through Friday during the season of Lent, on the Open to Explore Devotions podcast. Each daily episode includes instrumental music to settle your mind and your heart, a reading of the scripture, and a personal reflection from one of our members. I invite you to lay aside other tasks each day and use a few minutes of your time to listen to these devotional podcasts. May God’s blessing and spirit meet you on your Lenten Journey.

A Festival of Lessons and Carols

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Sat, 24 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Open to Explore Devotions podcast gladly presents, A Festival of Lessons and Carols. This was first presented on Sunday morning, December 18, 2022, in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church, Athens, GA. Tom Granum, the Interim Director of Music Ministries for First Baptist Church, directed the service.

Festival of Lessons and Carols

December 18, 2022

Gathering Music: Wait for the Lord (Psalm 40), Wait for the Lord

O Come, Emmanuel, Alice Parker

Comfort Ye from Messiah, G. F. Handel, Charles Hooper, Tenor

And the Glory from Messiah, G. F. Handel

Offertory: Canon de Noël, Joseph Martin, Martha Thomas, piano

Lesson: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7, Emily Harbin, Reader

Carol: It Came Upon the Midnight Clear

Lesson: Isaiah 11:1-4a, 6-9, Ray Austin, Reader

Organ: Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming, Michael Burkhardt

Carol: Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming, Es ist ein’ Ros’

Lesson: Micah 5:1-5, Ken Greene, Reader

Carol: O Little Town of Bethlehem, Forest Green

Lesson: Psalm 98 (selected verses), Janet Cleland, Reader

Carol: Joy to the World, Antioch

Lesson: Luke 1:39-56, Lily Gordon, Reader

Carol: Canticle of the Turning, arr. Rory Cooney

Lesson: Luke 2:1-7, Sharon McKillip, Reader

Carol: Carol of the Children, John Rutter

Carol: The First Noel, Dan Forrest

Lesson: Luke 2:8-16, Rick Cogdell, Reader

Carol 127: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Mendelssohn

Lesson: John 1:1-14, Matt Marston, Reader

Homily: Matt Marston

Anthem: Jesus, Light of the World, Mark Patterson

Anthem: Star Carol, John Rutter

Hymn: O Come, All Ye Faithful, Adeste Fideles

Benediction: Matt Marston

Worship/Music Leadership

Sanctuary Choir

Soprano: Jennifer Baxley, Livy Baxley, Becky Braid, Chelsea Byrd, Jean Colquett, Ann Giddens, Doris Granum, Cindy Haygood, Sharon Hulsey, Margaret McDonald, Deborah Millians, Carol Reddish, Regina Schuber, Avery Smith, Amy Young

Alto: Becky Adams, Cathy Blake, Georgia Calhoun, Bobbie Epting, Margie Faglier, Rachel Fleeman, Teresa Granger, Nancy Hernandez, Becky Matheny, Gayle Noblet, Melanie Powers, De’Nasia Thomas, Martha Thomas

Tenor: John Barrow, Chris Conley, Wayne Faglier, Rob Gordon, Frank Granger, Roger Hanson, Charles Hooper, Sam Jorgensen, Mark Lancaster, Matt Marston

Bass: Charles Adams, David Brooks, Chris Byrd, Jim Calhoun, Bob Deck, Ed Dempsey, Lamar Houston, Wayne Jordan, Chris Quarles, Mick Schuber, Jimmy Thomason, Jeff Unger

Music Maker Choir

Henry Bryson, Harris Cunningham, Collins Hogan, Atticus Hulsey, Kezia Luft, Judah Martin, Ophelia Martin, Camille Quarles, Edward Quarles, Leah Swinford, Rachel Wang, Tallulah Woodson, Jennifer Baxley, director; Emily Gertsh, accompanist; Debbie Hargrave, assistant; Alison Cunningham, assistant

Joyful Singers Choir

Caroline Baxley, Matthew Baxley, Quinn Cunningham, Caroline Ellis, Owen Gertsch, Will Gordon, Emily Hale, Caroline Hanks, Charley Hogan, Cooper Hogan, Isaac Marston, Lena Marston, Breyl Martin, Nadine Quarles, Pax Randa

Teresa Granger, director; Margaret Earnest, accompanist; Cathy Blake, assistant; Avery Smith, assistant; Trish Hogan, assistant

Youth Music Ministries (instrumental and choral)

Maria Baxley, Melina De la Vega, Elinor Ellis, Charlotte Gertsch, Lily Gordon, Yehyun Hong, Emma Hooper, Sam Lumpkin, Charles Millians, Jon Millians, Sadie Leigh Randa, Skylar Randa, Zachary Rawls, Danielle Williams, Daniel Williamson

Geoff Wood, trumpet

Jim McKillip, trumpet

Wes Clarke, trumpet

Hunter Grout, trumpet

Margaret McDonald, trumpet

Ellen Black, horn

Jon Millians, euphonium

Charles Adams, trombone

Chris Byrd, bass trombone

Chris Gurtcheff, tuba

John Glushka, violin

Sarah Pickett, violin

Carl Rapp, violin

Debbie Schab, violin

Karl Schab, viola

Yehyun Hong, cello

Jon Ambrose, bass

Bob Deck, flute

Melanie Powers, percussion

Chris Byrd, percussion

Chris Quarles, tin whistle

Frank Granger, guitar

Alan McArthur, piano

Martha Thomas, piano

Emily Gertsch, piano

December 23 Devotion: Paula Hooper

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Paula Hooper. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 22 Devotion: Addison Aycock

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Addison Aycock. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 21 Devotion: Roger Hanson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Roger Hanson. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 20 Devotion: Charles Adams

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Charles Adams. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 19 Devotion: Dianne McNary

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Dianne McNary. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 16 Devotion: Jill Dawson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Jill Dawson. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 15 Devotion: Connie Ivester

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Connie Ivester. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 14 Devotion: Claire Jordan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Claire Jordan. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 13 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Jamie Hogan. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 12 Devotion: Howard Germany

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Howard Germany. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 9 Devotion: Susan Greene

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Susan Greene. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 8 Devotion: Bill Hopper

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Bill Hopper. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 7 Devotion: Ann Gillespie

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Ann Gillespie. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 6 Devotion: Mark Lancaster

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Mark Lancaster. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 5 Devotion: Jessie Robinette

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Jessie Robinette. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel, accompanied by Yehyun Hong on cello.

December 2 Devotion: Kathy Segars

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Kathy Segars. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Choral Ensemble: Livy Baxley, Elinor Ellis, Charles Millians, Jon Millians, Sadie Leigh Randa, Skylar Randa, Avery Smith, De’Nasia Thomas, Daniel Williamson, Danielle Williams

Cello: Yehyun Hong

December 1 Devotion: Margaret McDonald

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Margaret McDonald. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Choral Ensemble: Livy Baxley, Elinor Ellis, Charles Millians, Jon Millians, Sadie Leigh Randa, Skylar Randa, Avery Smith, De’Nasia Thomas, Daniel Williamson, Danielle Williams

Cello: Yehyun Hong

November 30 Devotion: Don Nelson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Don Nelson. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Choral Ensemble: Livy Baxley, Elinor Ellis, Charles Millians, Jon Millians, Sadie Leigh Randa, Skylar Randa, Avery Smith, De’Nasia Thomas, Daniel Williamson, Danielle Williams

Cello: Yehyun Hong

November 29 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Jennifer Baxley. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel.
Choral Ensemble: Livy Baxley, Elinor Ellis, Charles Millians, Jon Millians, Sadie Leigh Randa, Skylar Randa, Avery Smith, De’Nasia Thomas, Daniel Williamson, Danielle Williams

Cello: Yehyun Hong

November 28 Devotion: Ethan Laughman

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Christmas time is near. For Christians, we are in the season of preparation which is called Advent. First Baptist Church of Athens offers devotions prepared by our members, to compliment your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Their personal stories give witness to the light of Christ which brings hope, peace, joy, and love into our lives. Today’s personal devotion is given by Ethan Laughman. Listen as our youth and college students welcome you into God’s presence singing O, Come, O Come, Emmanuel.

Ensemble: Livy Baxley, Elinor Ellis, Charles Millians, Jon Millians, Sadie Leigh Randa, Skylar Randa, Avery Smith, De’Nasia Thomas, Daniel Williamson, Danielle Williams

Cello: Yehyun Hong

April 15 Devotion: Maria Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

Lent is a time for self-reflection and prayer. One way to do this is by exploring the life, actions, and teachings of Jesus. First Baptist Church of Athens Georgia offers these devotions for your Lenten journey. Using the book, Seeing with Jesus: Developing A Worldview Shaped by the Gospels, by Jack Glasgow, members from our church have prepared daily devotions offering insights, discoveries, and yes, sometimes questions.

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 6, Seeing in the Passion and Resurrection. Today’s devotion is from Maria Baxley. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 14 Devotion: Heather Stover

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 6, Seeing in the Passion and Resurrection. Today’s devotion is from Heather Stover. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 13 Devotion: Ken Greene

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 6, Seeing in the Passion and Resurrection. Today’s devotion is from Ken Greene. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 12 Devotion: Connie Ivester

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 6, Seeing in the Passion and Resurrection. Today’s devotion is from Connie Ivester. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 11 Devotion: Mike Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 6, Seeing in the Passion and Resurrection. Today’s devotion is from Mike Cleland. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 8 Devotion: Kathy Coleman

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter Chapter 5, Seeing in the Upper Room. Today’s devotion is from Kathy Coleman. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 7 Devotion: Madison Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter Chapter 5, Seeing in the Upper Room . Today’s devotion is from Madison Sanders. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 6 Devotion: Bill McDonald

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter Chapter 5, Seeing in the Upper Room . Today’s devotion is from Bill McDonald. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 5 Devotion: Brenda Cain

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter Chapter 5, Seeing in the Upper Room . Today’s devotion is from Brenda Cain. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 4 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter Chapter 5, Seeing in the Upper Room . Today’s devotion is from Jennifer Baxley. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

April 1 Devotion: Fred Young

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 4, Seeing in His Teachings. Today’s devotion is from Fred Young. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 31 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 4, Seeing in His Teachings. Today’s devotion is from Jamie Hogan. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 30 Devotion: Daniel Hulsey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 4, Seeing in His Teachings. Today’s devotion is from Daniel Hulsey. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 29 Devotion: John Marshall

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 4, Seeing in His Teachings. Today’s devotion is from John Marshall. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 28 Devotion: Anna Randa

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 4, Seeing in His Teachings. Today’s devotion is from Anna Randa. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 25 Devotion: Frank Granger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 3, Seeing in His Encounters. Today’s devotion is from Frank Granger. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 24 Devotion: Connie Ivester

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 3, Seeing in His Encounters. Today’s devotion is from Connie Ivester. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 23 Devotion: Heather Stover

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 3, Seeing in His Encounters. Today’s devotion is from Heather Stover. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 22 Devotion: Ken Greene

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 3, Seeing in His Encounters. Today’s devotion is from Ken Greene. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 21 Devotion: Mike Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 3, Seeing in His Encounters. Today’s devotion is from Mike Cleland. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 18 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 2, Seeing with His Disciples. Today’s devotion is from Jennifer Baxley. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

Jennifer Baxley mentions the Del McCoury Band singing the song “Recovering Pharisee.” Here’s a link to hear a recording of a live performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAE74tRHOK0

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 17 Devotion: Brenda Cain

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 2, Seeing with His Disciples. Today’s devotion is from Brenda Cain. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 16 Devotion: Bill McDonald

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 2, Seeing with His Disciples. Today’s devotion is from Bill McDonald. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 15 Devotion: Madison Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 2, Seeing with His Disciples. Today’s devotion is from Madison Sanders. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 14 Devotion: Kathy Coleman

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0400

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 2, Seeing with His Disciples. Today’s devotion is from Kathy Coleman. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 11 Devotion: John Marshall

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0500

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 1, Seeing from the Mountain. Today’s devotion is from John Marshall. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 10 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0500

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 1, Seeing from the Mountain. Today’s devotion is from Jamie Hogan. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 9 Devotion: Fred Young

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0500

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 1, Seeing from the Mountain. Today’s devotion is from Fred Young. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 8 Devotion: Anna Randa

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0500

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 1, Seeing from the Mountain. Today’s devotion is from Anna Randa. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

March 7 Devotion: Daniel Hulsey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 04:30:00 -0500

This week, our devotions correspond with Chapter 1, Seeing from the Mountain. Today’s devotion is from Daniel Hulsey. Instrumental music is performed by Alan McArthur playing a piano arrangement of Be Thou My Vision.

For information on purchasing the book, Seeing with Jesus, click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/product/seeing-with-jesus-glasgow/

For more information about the Jesus Worldview Initiative click here: https://goodfaithmedia.org/jesus-worldview-initiative/

A Service of Lessons and Carols

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

This service of lessons and carols was presented on the second Sunday of Advent, December 5, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church, Athens, GA. Below is the order of the service including the titles of the music, soloists, scripture references, and worship leaders. Choir singers, directors, and instrumentalists are listed in full at the end of order of worship.

Chiming of the Trinity

Prelude: Mary Did You Know?, arr. Sylvia Woods

Rachel Graves, Harp

Choral Call to Worship: Of the Father’s Love Begotten, Plain Song, 13th. Century

Livy Baxley, soprano

Bidding Prayer and Lord’s Prayer: Frank Granger

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Offertory: Angels We Have Heard on High/Good King Wenceslas, Trad. French Carol, Arr. M. Radspinner

A Service of Lessons and Carols

First Lesson: Genesis 3:8-15 read by Janet and Mike Cleland

God announces in the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve’s punishment for their rebellion and that the seed of woman shall bruise the serpent’s head.

*Hymn: Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus, HYFRYDOL

Second Lesson: Genesis 22:15-18, read by Sadie Leigh Randa

God promises Abraham that by his descendants all the nations of the earth shall obtain blessing.

Anthem: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, VENI EMMANUEL, Plain Song

Women’s Chorus

Third Lesson: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7, read by Caroline Ellis

The prophet announces the birth of a king to a people in darkness.

Anthem: Lost in the Night, Kyle Haugen

Avery Smith, soprano; Adult Choir

Fourth Lesson: Isaiah 11:1-4a, read by Caroline Baxley

The king is coming and will usher in a reign of justice for the poor and peace for all of God’s creation.

Anthem: I Wonder as I Wander, arr. Kyle S. Haugen

Men’s Chorus

Fifth Lesson: Luke 1:26-35, 38, read by Braxton Watson

The angel Gabriel announces to the Virgin Mary that she will give birth to God’s promised Son whose kingdom shall never end.

Anthem: The Angel Gabriel to Heaven Came, arr. Richard Shephard

Sixth Lesson: Luke 2:1-7, read by Robin O’Rear

Against a backdrop of Emperors and taxes, Jesus is born.

Anthem: He is Born, arr. John A. Ricketts

Seventh Lesson: Luke 2:8-15, read by Sam Lumpkin

The Shepherds go to see the Savior of the world, lying in a manger.

Anthem: Away in a Manger, arr. Jeff Reeves

Deborah Millians, soprano; Adult Choir

Eighth Lesson: Matthew 2:1-11, read by Maria Baxley

The wise men follow a star to find the child Jesus, the King of the Jews.

Carol: We Three Kings, from Kings of Orient

Men’s Chorus

Ninth Lesson: John 1:1-5, 14, read by Matt Marston

John unfolds the great mystery of the Incarnation.

Anthem: Keep Your Lamps, arr. Greg Gilpin

Women’s Chorus

Carol: Joy to the World, arr. John Carter

Prayer and Pastoral Blessing: Matt Marston

Director: Gwyn Bacon, Interim Music Director/Organist for First Baptist Church

Guest Director: Roger Hanson

Sopranos

Jennifer Baxley

*Livy Baxley

Becky Braid

Ann Giddens

Bettye Jordan

Margaret McDonald

Deborah Millians

Carol Reddish

*Avery Smith

*Denotes Choral Scholar

Altos

Becky Adams

Cathy Blake

Margie Faglier

Teresa Granger

Gayle Noblet

Keelin Walsh

Tenors

John Barrow

Wayne Faglier

Frank Granger

Roger Hanson

Basses

Charles Adams

Ed Dempsey

Lamar Houston

Wayne Jordan

Baritones

Chris Conley

Rob Gordon

Percussion

Zach Graves

Zachary Rawls

Handbells/Handchimes

Maria Baxley

Rachel Graves

Zach Graves

George Swift

Mary Swift

Keelin Walsh

Instrumentalists

Rachel Graves, harp

Yerahm Hong, violin

Yehyun Hong, cello

Alan McArthur, piano

Lucy Rubin, flute

December 23 Devotion: Mike Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is Away In A Manger, read by Caroline Ellis; the personal reflection is from Mike Cleland.

December 22 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 & 3 from Silent Night, Holy Night, read by Wesley Ann Hogan; the personal reflection is from Jamie Hogan.

December 21 Devotion: Shane McNary

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from What Child is This?, read by Quinn Cunningham; the personal reflection is from Shane McNary.

December 20 Devotion: Hannah Knight

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from The First Nowell read by Charles Millians; the personal reflection is from Hannah Knight.

December 17 Devotion: Emily Bailey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from It Came Upon A Midnight Clear, read by Isaac Marston; the personal reflection is from Emily Bailey.

December 16 Devotion: Barron Wallace

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 & 2 from While Shepherds Watched their Flocks, read by Caroline Baxley; the personal reflection is from Barron Wallace.

December 15 Devotion: Carol Reddish

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 & 3 from O Little Town of Bethlehem, read by Matthew Baxley; the personal reflection is from Carol Reddish.

December 14 Devotion: Oscar Gertsch

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 & 2 from Gentle Mary Laid Her Child, read by Lena Marston; the personal reflection is from Oscar Gertsch.

December 13 Devotion: LaReece Stewart

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 3, He Is Born, read by Will Gordon; the personal reflection is from LaReece Stewart.

December 10 Devotion: Craig Ellis

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 & 2 from Lo How A Rose E’er Blooming, read by Skylar Randa; the personal reflection is from Craig Ellis.

December 9 Devotion: Janet Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 & 2 from Once in Royal David’s City, read by Lily Gordon; the personal reflection is from Janet Cleland.

December 8 Devotion: Jackie Griffin

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from Jesus Came to Dwell Among Us, read by Sadie Leigh Randa; the personal reflection is from Jackie Griffin.

December 7 Devotion: Sandy Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 3 from Now the Heavens Start to Whisper, read by Jon Millians; the personal reflection is from Sandy Sanders.

December 6 Devotion: Roy Segars

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from Christians All Your Lord is Coming, read by Caroline Baxley; the personal reflection is from Roy Segars.

December 3 Devotion: Heather Stover

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from My Soul Proclaims with Wonder, read by Nick Bailey; the personal reflection is from Heather Stover.

December 2 Devotion: Zach Graves

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 02 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from Come Thou Long Expected Jesus, read by Charlotte Gertsch; the personal reflection is from Zach Graves.

December 1 Devotion: Beth Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from Blest Be the God of Israel, read by Braxton Watson; the personal reflection is from Beth Sanders.

November 30 Devotion: David Millians

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from View the Present through the Promise, read by Maria Baxley; the personal reflection is from David Millians.

November 29 Devotion: Bob Cain

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

First Baptist Church of Athens, Georgia offers devotions for Advent prepared by our members. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 2 from O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, read by Elinor Ellis; the personal reflection is from Bob Cain.

November 28 Devotion: Elizabeth Eidson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

Advent is a time of waiting, and a season of preparing for Christmas. First Baptist Church of Athens Georgia offers devotions prepared by our members to bring you daily inspiration during Advent. The devotion begins with the music of Greensleeves, played on flutes by Sarah DelBene, followed by a reading from a daily carol, then a personal reflection on the question, “What brings you hope this Advent and Christmas season? The carol reading today is verse 1 from People Look East, read by Matthew Baxley; the personal reflection is from Elizabeth Eidson.

April 2 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jennifer Baxley. It is based on the story of Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane recorded in Matthew 26:36-46. The scripture is read from The Voice translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

April 1 Devotion: Rachel Graves

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Rachel Graves. It is based on the story of Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane recorded in Matthew 26:36-46. The scripture is read from the New Living Translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 31 Devotion: Ryan Bratton

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Ryan Bratton. It is based on the story of Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane recorded in Matthew 26:36-46. The scripture is read from The Message. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 30 Devotion: Mark Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Mark Sanders. It is based on the story of Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane recorded in Matthew 26:36-46. The scripture is read from The Common English Bible. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 29 Devotion: Bill Hopper

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Bill Hopper. It is based on the story of Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane recorded in Matthew 26:36-46. The scripture is read from The New Revised Standard Version. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 26 Devotion: Elizabeth Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Elizabeth Marston It is based on the story from Matthew 27:11-26 when Jesus stands before Pilate confronted by accusations. The scripture is read from The Message. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 25 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jennifer Baxley It is based on the story from Matthew 27:11-26 when Jesus stands before Pilate confronted by accusations. The scripture is read from the New Living Translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 24 Devotion: Mike Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Mike Cleland It is based on the story from Matthew 27:11-26 when Jesus stands before Pilate confronted by accusations. The scripture is read from the New Revised Standard Version. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 23 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jamie Hogan It is based on the story from Matthew 27:11-26 when Jesus stands before Pilate confronted by accusations. The scripture is read from the Contemporary English Bible. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 22 Devotion: Cindy Haygood

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Cindy Haygood It is based on the story from Matthew 27:11-26 when Jesus stands before Pilate confronted by accusations. The scripture is read from The Voice translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 19 Devotion: Rachel Graves

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Rachel Graves. It is based on the story from Jonah when God shows mercy to the people of Nineveh; the scripture is read from The Message. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 18 Devotion: Mark Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Mark Sanders. It is based on the story from Jonah when God shows mercy to the people of Nineveh; the scripture is read from the New Revised Standard Version. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 17 Devotion: Bill Hopper

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Bill Hopper. It is based on the story from Jonah when God shows mercy to the people of Nineveh; the scripture is read from the New Living Translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 16 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jennifer Baxley. It is based on the story from Jonah when God shows mercy to the people of Nineveh; the scripture is read from The Voice translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 15 Devotion: Ryan Bratton

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0400

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Ryan Bratton It is based on the story from Jonah when God shows mercy to the people of Nineveh; the scripture is read from the Contemporary English Bible. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 12 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jamie Hogan. It is based on the story in Luke 13:10-17 when a crippled woman is healed by Jesus on the Sabbath; the scripture is read from The Voice. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 11 Devotion: Elizabeth Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Elizabeth Marston. It is based on the story in Luke 13:10-17 when a crippled woman is healed by Jesus on the Sabbath; the scripture is read from The Message. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 10 Devotion: Cindy Haygood

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Cindy Haygood. It is based on the story in Luke 13:10-17 when a crippled woman is healed by Jesus on the Sabbath; the scripture is read from the New Revised Standard Version. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 9 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jennifer Baxley. It is based on the story in Luke 13:10-17 when a crippled woman is healed by Jesus on the Sabbath; the scripture is read from the Contemporary English Bible. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 8 Devotion: Mike Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Mike Cleland. It is based on the story in Luke 13:10-17 when a crippled woman is healed by Jesus on the Sabbath; the scripture is read from the New Living Translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 5 Devotion: Rachel Graves

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Rachel Graves. It is based on the story in Genesis 39:7-23 when Joseph is tempted by Potiphar’s wife; the scripture is read from The Voice translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 4 Devotion: Ryan Bratton

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Ryan Bratton. It is based on the story in Genesis 39:7-23 when Joseph is tempted by Potiphar’s wife; the scripture is read from The Message. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 3 Devotion: Mark Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Mark Sanders. It is based on the story in Genesis 39:7-23 when Joseph is tempted by Potiphar’s wife; the scripture is read from the New Revised Standard Version. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 2 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jennifer Baxley. It is based on the story in Genesis 39:7-23 when Joseph is tempted by Potiphar’s wife; the scripture is read from the New Living Translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

March 1 Devotion: Bill Hopper

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 04:00:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Bill Hopper. It is based on the story in Genesis 39:7-23 when Joseph is tempted by Potiphar’s wife; the scripture is read from The Common English Bible. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

February 26 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jamie Hogan. It is based on the story in Genesis 21:8-21 when Hagar and Ishmael are sent away; the scripture is read from the New Living Translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Now, lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

February 25 Devotion: Elizabeth Marston

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Elizabeth Marston. It is based on the story in Genesis 21:8-21 when Hagar and Ishmael are sent away; the scripture is read from The Common English Bible. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Now, lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

February 24 Devotion: Mike Cleland

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Mike Cleland. It is based on the story in Genesis 21:8-21 when Hagar and Ishmael are sent away; the scripture is read from the New Revised Standard Version. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Now, lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

February 23 Devotion: Cindy Haygood

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Cindy Haygood. It is based on the story in Genesis 21:8-21 when Hagar and Ishmael are sent away; the scripture is read from The Message. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Now, lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

February 22 Devotion: Jennifer Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 04:30:00 -0500

First Baptist Athens offers this podcast of Devotions for Lent. Today’s devotion is offered by Jennifer Baxley. It is based on the story in Genesis 21:8-21 when Hagar and Ishmael are sent away; the scripture is read from The Voice translation. The devotion begins with music provided by Sarah DelBene, playing “What Wondrous Love Is This,” arranged for flute. Now, lay aside everything else for the next few minutes . . . allow the music to settle your soul making space to listen for God.

December 25 Devotion: Al Henderson

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Al Henderson. His devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:8-20. Shepherds in the fields receive the good news of the birth of a Savior. Hearing this, they go to Bethlehem to see what has been told them. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 24 Devotion: Molli Goggin

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 24 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Molli Goggin. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:8-20. Shepherds in the fields receive the good news of the birth of a Savior. Hearing this, they go to Bethlehem to see what has been told them. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Message translation.

December 23 Devotion: Marilee Rogers

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Marilee Rogers. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:8-20. Shepherds in the fields receive the good news of the birth of a Savior. Hearing this, they go to Bethlehem to see what has been told them. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from New Revised Standard Version.

December 22 Devotion: Alison Cunningham

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Alison Cunningham. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:8-20. Shepherds in the fields receive the good news of the birth of a Savior. Hearing this, they go to Bethlehem to see what has been told them. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from the Common English Bible

December 21 Devotion: Kathy Segars

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Kathy Segars. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:8-20. Shepherds in the fields receive the good news of the birth of a Savior. Hearing this, they go to Bethlehem to see what has been told them. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 18 Devotion: Martha Ivester

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Martha Ivester. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:1-7. Joseph and Mary make the journey to Bethlehem, where Mary gives birth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation

December 17 Devotion: Alan McArthur

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Alan McArthur. His devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:1-7. Joseph and Mary make the journey to Bethlehem, where Mary gives birth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Message translation

December 16 Devotion: Debbie Hargrave

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Debbie Hargrave. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:1-7. Joseph and Mary make the journey to Bethlehem, where Mary gives birth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Common English Bible.

December 15 Devotion: Tray Littlefield

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Tray Littlefield. His devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:1-7. Joseph and Mary make the journey to Bethlehem, where Mary gives birth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from the New Revised Standard Version.

December 14 Devotion: Livy Baxley

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Livy Baxley. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 2:1-7. Joseph and Mary make the journey to Bethlehem, where Mary gives birth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 11 Devotion: Caroline Sanders

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Caroline Sanders. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 1:39-45 which tells of Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 10 Devotion: Daniel Hulsey

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Daniel Hulsey. His devotion is based on the story from Luke 1:39-45 which tells of Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 9 Devotion: Jamie Hogan

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Jamie Hogan. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 1:39-45 which tells of Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 8 Devotion: Steve Barton

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Steve Barton. His devotion is based on the story from Luke 1:39-45 which tells of Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 7 Devotion: Brenda Cain

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Brenda Cain. Her devotion is based on the story from Luke 1:39-45 which tells of Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Voice translation.

December 4 Devotion: Christopher Adams

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Christopher Adams. The story of the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary is told in the gospel of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38. The passage is being read today from The Voice translation. Prior to the reading of the scripture, the voice of Alan Hester invites God’s presence singing O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.

December 3 Devotion: Brad Lastinger

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Brad Lastinger. The story of the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary is told in the gospel of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38. The passage is being read today from The Message translation. Prior to the reading of the scripture, the voice of Alan Hester invites God’s presence singing O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.

December 2 Devotion: Robin O'Rear

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Robin O’Rear. The story of the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary is told in the gospel of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38. The passage is being read today from the New Revised Standard Version. Prior to the reading of the scripture, the voice of Alan Hester invites God’s presence singing O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.

December 1 Devotion: Al Lee

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Al Lee. Gabriel’s announcement to Mary is told in the gospel of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38. The passage is being read today from the Contemporary English Version. Prior to the reading of the scripture, the voice of Alan Hester invites God’s presence singing O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.

November 30 Devotion: Amy Young

First Baptist Church Athens GA — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0500

Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Amy Young. The story of the angel Gabriel’s announcement to Mary is told in the gospel of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38. The passage is being read today from The Voice translation. Prior to the reading of the scripture, the voice of Alan Hester invites God’s presence singing O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.