Bethel Baptist Church

05/31/2026

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05/24/2026

"The Power of Being Sold Out for Christ"
Bro. Andy Pugh

05/19/2026

Good Morning Bethel Family,
A few things for you to both know about and pray for over the next two weeks. First: Pray for this coming Lord’s Day as we will be blessed to hear from Andy Pugh of First Baptist Church Elba. Andy has a powerful testimony and an equally powerful challenge. Andy is specifically focused on men’s ministry and will challenge the men of Bethel. But Andy also has a message for all, especially for someone who needs a church home and family. Invite someone to join you and bring them with you this Sunday. People will come to church with those they know care about them. Second: Pray all goes well on Wednesday morning as I have MINOR knee surgery. All indications are good for a simple procedure. This will limit me only in the coming few days, and we as deacons and staff are prepared for all. Then, third: Pray for our services on Sunday, May 31st as we will be joined by Pastor Andy Hepburn. Many of you know Andy and it will be a blessing to have Andy join us. Following the service on the 31st will be our Fifth Sunday Fellowship. The Fifth Sunday’s at Bethel simply cannot be beat for the food and the fellowship we share together. Then, Lord willing and by answered prayers, I will be back on June 7th, and we will continue our series in the life and ministry of Samuel. The Lord has blessed my preparations, and I pray the sermons of a man’s life lived over 3,000 years ago still have application and impact upon our lives today. Blessings to all.

In Christ Jesus,
Pastor Michael

05/17/2026

Morning worship 051726

05/10/2026

Morning worship service 051026

05/06/2026

Bethel Family,
Good Wednesday everyone. This month: On a soon approaching Lord’s Day, May 24th, we will be so blessed to be joined by Andy Pugh in our pulpit. Andy will also bring his wife Leanne and their two daughters to Bethel. Andy and I met recently, and the Lord gave us an immediate connection in faith and friendship, and even more so in Kingdom work. Andy is the Men’s Ministry Pastor and Leanne is the Children’s Minister at First Baptist Church in Elba, Alabama. In Elba, day-to-day, Andy and Leanne own and operate a Southern Tractor franchise. But moment-by-moment Andy works for our Lord and Saviour. Andy has a personal testimony not only of the impact of men’s ministry at First Baptist, but in the impact Jesus has over his life. On May 24th, come and hear Andy. I am looking forward to Andy teaching me. I believe after speaking with Andy, Bethel Baptist has something to learn from Andy. Every one of us knows someone and knows a family who needs to learn from Andy. Bethel, please hear your pastor’s heart: I did not find Andy nor did Andy did not find me. This was not a chance encounter but a divine appointment. Our Heavenly Father put Andy and I together so we could hear God speak a specific message to all of us on May 24th. Don’t miss what God is doing, don’t miss what God wants to say to you, and don’t miss what we can learn together. Even more important, don’t let someone you love miss what God wants to tell them. The men and women of Bethel Baptist need to BE more in God’s Kingdom on earth. You will miss a blessing if you miss Andy Pugh on Sunday, May 24th. Be present with us. Bring someone with you. And invite a family to join ours on this Lord’s Day – May 24th.

In Christ Jesus,
Pastor Michael

05/03/2026

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05/02/2026

05/02/2026

Bethel Family,
Blessings to all. Join us this Sunday and invite someone to come with you as we begin our latest sermon series: "Finding Stability in a Turbulent World". As we move into our Old Testament we will see a modern application of how to "FIND" stability in today's world as preached and lived by the Prophet Samuel. The ways of God are FOUND by those who seek Him. Samuel prioritized obedience to God above all things. Join us this Sunday for this exciting new series. You will be blessed if you come, and you will be missed if you are away. There is great joy in the fellowship with God's people.

In Christ Jesus,
Pastor Michael

05/01/2026

You are invited!