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

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. 

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

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

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

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. 

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

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.  OptionWhile 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 StationsThe 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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. 

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. 

 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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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

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.

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

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. 

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

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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

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.

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

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.

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.  

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

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.

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

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.

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.   

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

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.

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

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.

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.   

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

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.

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

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.

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. 

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

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.

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

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.

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.