Amarillo Primitive Baptist Church

06/01/2026

🌅 Focus on Patience – June 2026 🌅

As we begin a new month together at Amarillo PBC, our shared focus is on the virtue of patience. Our study and memorization scripture for June takes us to the book of Romans, where we find a powerful, step-by-step progression for the Christian walk.

“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope.” — Romans 5:3-4

True, God-given patience isn't just about waiting; it is a strength forged in the trials of life that ultimately leads us to a deeper hope. Let us commit these words to our hearts this week and look for opportunities to practice biblical patience in our daily lives.

Join us in memorizing and meditating on Romans 5:3-4 this month!

05/31/2026

Amarillo PBC Service - Sunday, May 31, 2026; Subject - The Report of Unbelief (Road to Emmaus - Part II); Luke 24:19-24.

05/29/2026

“And certain of them which were with us went to the sepulchre, and found it even so as the women had said: but him they saw not.” — Luke 24:24

On the road to Emmaus, the disciples were discouraged because they couldn't see the big picture. They saw an empty tomb as a mystery and a loss, not realizing that the victory had already been won!

We serve a risen Savior who walks with us in our darkest hours, even when our eyes are holden and we cannot see Him. What a comfort to know that our salvation and our hope do not depend on our perfect understanding, but on His perfect faithfulness.

We would love to welcome you for fellowship and worship this coming Sunday morning.

Time: Sunday at 10:30 AM

05/28/2026

A note from the Pastor’s desk:

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.”
Colossians 3:15

In the verses leading up to this passage, the Apostle Paul instructs the believer to “put on” the garments of the new man—mercies, kindness, and humbleness of mind—all bound together by the “bond of perfectness” which is charity. Yet, these spiritual graces require a governing principle to maintain order within the soul, leading Paul to the command: “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts” (KJV).

The word translated here as “rule” is the Greek brabeuō, a term borrowed directly from ancient athletic arenas to describe the work of an umpire or referee. Just as an official arbitrates a contest and settles every dispute with a final decision, the peace of God is called to be the divine “decider” in our inner lives. As we consider our calling as disciples, we find that this peace is not merely a quiet feeling, but a functional authority that must hold sway over every conflicting emotion and every stir of the heart. The Apostle’s instructions acknowledge our human nature: we will experience emotions such as anger, resentment, and pride, but it is the peace of God that governs how we express and receive them.

The Apostle’s focus is continually on the community of believers. The focus on the group is expressed in this verse through the phrase “also are ye called in one body.” The peace of God is the glue of the local assembly. We are not called to peace in isolation, but as members of one another. When true conflict arises within the community of believers, it is most often because the peace of God is not ruling over the hearts of individuals. In these instances, negative emotions have gone unchecked, leading to hurtful words and actions.

The final instruction in this verse is to be thankful. The type of thankfulness instructed by the Apostle is not a fleeting thought but a continual habit. The habit of thankfulness requires cultivation on the part of each individual. If each person in the community of believers returns to the work of thankfulness, then it serves as a guardrail or reinforcement of the ruling nature of peace. It is nearly impossible to be thankful for others and yet be divisive towards them.

Ultimately, the peace of God is not a destination we reach, but the very atmosphere in which we are called to live and move as disciples.

Our Prayers are with you daily,

Brother Jeremiah

A note from the Pastor’s desk: “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.” Colossians 3:15 In the verses leading up to this pass…

05/25/2026

This month, we focus on endurance through the context of Job 17. Broken by loss, sickness, and mocking friends, Job uttered this profound declaration of faith. He resolved to endure on the Lord’s way, regardless of the hardship, knowing he would be made stronger.

Discipleship is rarely a perfect climb; it’s a rugged, daily hike. Endurance is built one careful, day-to-day choice at a time. This week, focus on making a single faithful choice today, and another tomorrow. Each decision to follow Him—even small ones—is what builds the lasting trust in Christ you need for the road ahead.

05/24/2026

Amarillo PBC Service - Sunday, May 24, 2026; Subject - The Walking Stranger; Text - Luke 24:13-18.

05/22/2026

🚶‍♂️ The Walking Stranger 🚶‍♂️
Have you ever felt like your expectations didn’t match your reality? Have you ever walked through a season of grief, disappointment, or lingering doubt, wondering where God was in the midst of it?
This Sunday at Amarillo PBC, we are continuing our Luke 24 Series by stepping onto the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13–18). We will follow two downcast disciples as they walk away from Jerusalem, burdened by shattered hopes, only to be joined by a seemingly quiet "stranger" on the road.
In this message, we will uncover:
✨ The Purpose of the Journey: Why Jesus sometimes hides His identity to build a deeper faith rooted in His Word rather than just our sight.
✨ The Beauty of Community: How Christ dynamically meets us exactly where we are when we honestly seek and reason together.
✨ Our Identity on the Road: Why leaving one traveler anonymous in scripture invites every modern disciple to step into the story and experience their own personal revelation of the risen Savior.
No matter where you find yourself on your spiritual journey—whether you are rejoicing in faith or processing heavy doubt—Jesus is ready to draw near and walk with you. Join us this Sunday as we look at the Savior who recognizes our tribulation and handles our hearts with grace.
⛪ In-Person Worship: 10:30 am
💻 Facebook Live: 10:50 am
We look forward to worshipping with you!

05/21/2026

A note from our Pastor’s desk:

“And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.”
Colossians 3:14

Good Morning Dearly Beloved,

The Apostle Paul presents many behavioral instructions for the disciples in the letter to the Colossians. Each of those instructions is important on its own, but ultimately they should function as a whole. Our study verse this week serves as the keystone instruction. In architecture, the keystone is the final piece of the arch that holds it all together. Charity or love in our spiritual lives serves the same purpose.

The Apostle begins this verse saying, “and above all these things.” This phrase emphasizes the importance of the subject he is introducing, but it is also a metaphor. The Apostle begins in verse 12 by listing many characteristics of the disciple of Christ. He begins that verse with the phrase, “put on,” indicating that he wants the reader to think about characteristics like items of clothing. He concludes the metaphor in this verse, saying that charity is the item put on last and on top of the others. In this metaphor, think of charity as a belt that holds all of the other pieces in place. Each of the other items, forbearing, forgiving, and long-suffering, is important, but without love, they are loose-fitting and lack a clear connection.

Charity, or love, is not a mere feeling. When Christ commanded his disciples to love their neighbors, it was a call to action, not to feeling. Love is the element that transforms forbearing, forgiving, and long-suffering from being performative to being authentic. It is the force that binds together the community of believers, allowing them to be individuals yet a united body worshipping and depending on Christ. It is the bond of completeness for the body of Christ.

The outcome of charity is a maturity in the disciples of Christ, both as individuals and as a community. When other discipleship actions are performed without love, they can still hold elements of jealousy, bitterness, and competition. However, when each disciple has a mind for charity, the actions are completed and received with the grace and mercy that is necessary.

Finally, it is important to remember that charity, like the other actions, is not a state of being that a disciple reaches. Rather, it is a continual striving, a daily struggle, and an hourly choice. Each day will bring many failures in the realm of charity, but they are opportunities to repent and strengthen discipleship. Jesus is not looking for perfection in our walk that we cannot accomplish, but instead for us to be aware of how our actions reflect his grace and love.

Our Prayers are with you daily,

Brother Jeremiah

A note from our Pastor’s desk: “And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.” Colossians 3:14 Good Morning Dearly Beloved, The Apostle Paul presents many behavioral …

05/17/2026

Amarillo PBC Service - Sunday, May 17, 2026; Subject - The Power of Rememberance; Text - Luke 24:6b-12.