Prosperity Baptist Church

Prosperity Baptist Church History of Ramsey and the church. The Culbreath family were bear hunters and after hunting declined, they moved to other areas. Mrs. The area also grew cotton. R.

The Ramsey Community was settled around 1845 by the Culbreath family and was known as the Redbud Community, probably due to the Redbud trees. The second known settlers were the Wyatts. Wyatt was the first person to be buried in the Ramsey Community. In 1852 the Dedmans emigrated from Alabama. The land surrounding Ramsey was covered in giant Oak, Gum and Pine, making Timbering, a profitable enterpr

ise. Several trees were cut measuring 20 feet in circumference at the ground. Jobez B. Wheeler operated the first cotton gin and gristmill and powered both with horses. The first timber in the area sold for commercial use was also by Jobez in 1889. Timber is still the major enterprise in Ramsey and Dallas County. Ramsey never had a permanent railroad; however, due to its vast resources of timber a rail line was constructed in 1893 by the Fordyce Lumber Company to haul timber from the deep woods. Fordyce Lumber Company was later sold to Georgia Pacific. The first southern pine plywood mill was constructed by Georgia Pacific in Fordyce. N. Parham was a plantation owner and was the first to establish a mercantile business in Ramsey. He also built the first saw mill and steam operated cotton gin. Frank Barnes sawed the first board at the mill. Squire Ramsey ran the first post office in the Redbud community. The Redbud Community was later renamed Ramsey, in honor of Squire Ramsey. Today, Ramsey is served by a Fordyce rural route. There are no commercial businesses in Ramsey today. Two of the early churches that settlers attended were the Macedonia Baptist Church and the Redbud Methodist Church. The Macedonia Church was several miles from the Ramsey Community and the Redbud Methodist was in the Redbud (Ramsey) community. Not far from the Ramsey Community were the Temperance Hill Methodist Church and the Salem Presbyterian Church. Temperance Hill Methodist Church still holds services once a month. The Salem Church was organized in 1895 by Reverend J. M. Brown but later disbanded and was razed in 1924. The history of the Redbud Methodist Church is unknown, but the church does not exist today. The Macedonia Baptist Church still holds services. In 1902 William E. and Callie (Dedman) Hawkins purchased land for a church from Fordyce Lumber Company. With the help of a home missionary named Reverend Southalland, along with others, they organized the Prosperity Baptist Church and built the church. The Hawkins deeded the land to the Church in 1908. Richard D. Dedman is the only known charter member of Prosperity Baptist Church. Since its formation in 1904, services have been held each Sunday at the church. In addition to holding church services, it serves as a community center and often a voting precinct for Dallas County. Prosperity Baptist Church is the oldest structure remaining in the Ramsey Community.

05/27/2026

In Philippians 1:18–21, Paul explained that even though some people preached Christ with wrong motives, he still rejoiced because Jesus Christ was being proclaimed. While imprisoned, Paul trusted that God would use both the prayers of believers and the help of the Holy Spirit to strengthen him. Paul desired to honor Christ whether by living or dying, showing complete surrender to God’s will. His famous statement, “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain,” reveals that his entire life centered on Jesus, and even death was not something to fear because it meant being with Christ. This passage reminds believers to live with joy, courage, and a focus on glorifying Christ in every circumstance.

05/25/2026

In 2 Samuel 15:23–31, David was forced to flee Jerusalem because his own son Absalom had led a rebellion against him. The people wept loudly as David crossed the Kidron Valley, leaving the city in sorrow and uncertainty. Even in the middle of betrayal and heartbreak, David showed humility and trust in God. When the priests brought the ark of God to go with him, David told them to take it back to Jerusalem, believing that if God desired, He would allow him to return again. David accepted that his future was in the Lord’s hands. As he climbed the Mount of Olives barefoot and weeping, David prayed after learning that his trusted counselor Ahithophel had joined Absalom. This passage reminds us that even faithful people face painful trials, betrayal, and uncertainty, but God calls us to trust Him, pray honestly, and depend on His guidance during difficult seasons.

05/24/2026

I hope that today signals me being back on track. Look for these downloads on every Sunday evening we aren't at the church.

05/23/2026

In 2 Corinthians 3:7–18, Paul explains that the old covenant given through Moses came with glory, but it was temporary and fading away. The new covenant through Jesus Christ is far greater because it brings lasting life, freedom, and transformation through the Holy Spirit. Moses covered his face with a veil after being in God’s presence, but Paul says many people still have a spiritual veil over their hearts when they reject Christ. When a person turns to the Lord, that veil is removed, and they can clearly see the truth of God. Through the Spirit, believers experience freedom from sin and are continually changed to become more like Jesus. As we spend time with Christ and focus on His glory, God transforms our lives little by little into His image.

05/21/2026

Psalm 137:1-6 reminds us of the deep sorrow God’s people felt while living in exile in Babylon, far away from Jerusalem. These Israelites, probably temple musicians back home, sat by the rivers and wept as they remembered their homeland, their worship, and the temple of God. Their captors mocked them and asked them to sing songs of Zion, but their grief was too heavy. They swore to remember Jerusalem because it represented their relationship with God and the place of His worship. These verses teach us that seasons of heartbreak, loss, and spiritual distance are real, but God’s people should never lose their love for Him or forget where their true hope and worship belong.

05/18/2026

In Hebrews 3:7–15, the writer warns believers not to harden their hearts against God the way Israel did in the wilderness after being delivered from Egypt. Even though they saw God’s works and experienced His provision, many still doubted, complained, and refused to trust Him. Because of their unbelief, they missed the rest and blessings God had prepared for them. The passage reminds us that hearing God’s voice is not enough. We must respond with faith, obedience, and a willing heart. It also stresses the importance of encouraging one another daily so sin and discouragement do not slowly pull us away from God. Hebrews 3:7–15 calls believers to stay sensitive to the Lord, remain faithful, and continue trusting Christ to the very end.

05/16/2026

Men, come on down this morning. It’s gonna be good.

05/15/2026

Psalm 104:1-15 teaches us to praise God because His greatness is seen throughout all creation. The psalm describes God as clothed in majesty and glory, ruling over the heavens, the earth, the waters, and the winds with complete power and wisdom. It shows how God carefully provides for His creation by sending rain, feeding animals, causing grass and plants to grow, and giving people food, wine, oil, and bread to sustain and strengthen life. Everything in nature points to God’s care, order, and provision. The passage reminds us that creation is not random or forgotten. God is actively sustaining the world every day, and His goodness can be seen in both the greatness of the skies and the simple blessings of daily life.

05/13/2026

Galatians 6:7–10 teaches that our choices have consequences, because whatever a person plants is eventually what they will harvest. If we continually live for sinful desires, destruction follows, but if we live under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we will experience spiritual growth and eternal reward. Paul encourages believers not to become discouraged in doing what is right, because faithful obedience will produce a harvest in God’s timing if we do not give up. These verses also remind Christians to take every opportunity to show kindness, generosity, and love to others, especially to fellow believers, because a life led by Christ should be marked by consistent goodness and perseverance.

05/12/2026

In 2nd Timothy 2:14–24, Paul urges Timothy to stay focused on faithfully teaching God’s truth and avoiding foolish arguments that only create division and confusion. False teaching spreads like a disease and can damage the faith of others, but God’s truth remains firm and secure. Believers are called to turn away from sin and become useful vessels for God’s work by pursuing righteousness, faith, love, and peace. Paul reminds Timothy that the Lord’s servant should not be quarrelsome or harsh, but kind, patient, and gentle when correcting others, trusting God to bring people to repentance and a knowledge of the truth.

05/11/2026

Isaiah 40:1–8 reminds believers that while life changes and people fail, the Lord remains faithful, and His Word can always be trusted.

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