Choice Baptist Church

06/03/2026

What kind of parent do you want to be? More importantly, what kind of relationship do you want with your children when they grow up?

This week we explored John 15:14-15, where Jesus reveals something powerful: "You are my friends." After three years of discipleship, Jesus moved from calling His followers servants to calling them friends. This is the goal of parenting—not just obedience, but genuine friendship built on love and trust.

Remember: R minus R equals R. Rules without relationship leads to rebellion. Jesus balanced high expectations with deep relationship. He didn't just command obedience—He trained, coached, and ultimately called His disciples friends. Our children need the same journey: from obedience in early years, to training in elementary years, to coaching in the teen years, and finally to friendship as adults.

The goal isn't control forever. It's raising self-disciplined adults who choose to walk with God and stay close to their family. Start with "Children, obey your parents" (Ephesians 6:1), but remember the destination is "You are my friends."

05/31/2026

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Don't forget this Sunday, we will recognize our 2026 graduates!

05/26/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we paused to honor those who sacrificed for our freedom—but we also remembered the ultimate sacrifice: Jesus Christ on the cross.

In Isaiah 6, the prophet had a life-changing encounter with God. When he saw the Lord "high and lifted up," his response wasn't pride—it was brokenness: "Woe is me, for I am undone!" Only when Isaiah recognized his own sinfulness could he hear God's call: "Whom shall I send?" His answer? "Here am I, send me."

Here's the truth: missions exist because worship does not. We can't share Christ with a lost world until we've truly seen Him for who He is—holy, worthy, and glorious. When we stop comparing ourselves to others and start comparing ourselves to God, everything changes. That's when real repentance happens. That's when we're ready to be used.

What comes into your mind when you think about God? That's the most important thing about you. May we see Him clearly, worship Him deeply, and respond with surrendered hearts.

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

Don't forget to register your kids for VBS this summer! It's coming up quick! We hope to see you there!

05/20/2026

Are you interested in membership, or just want to know more about Choice? Join Pastor Dean this Sunday after the first service!

05/19/2026

What does it really mean to believe in Jesus? Not just knowing about Him, but truly trusting in His death, burial, and resurrection for your salvation?

This Sunday, missionary John Kurtz shared his powerful testimony of finding true faith after nearly ending his life. He reminded us that head knowledge isn't enough—even demons believe in God. True belief transforms how we live. And with billions still unreached, we must ask ourselves: Are we hiding our light, or boldly sharing the gospel with those around us?

Romans 10:14-15 challenges us: "How shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher?" Whether God is calling you to go, to send, or to witness right where you are—in your family, workplace, or neighborhood—will you answer? Don't let fear keep you from sharing the hope of Christ with someone who desperately needs to hear it.