Railroad Avenue Baptist Church

Railroad Avenue Baptist Church Railroad Avenue Baptist Church is a Christ-centered church serving the Gadsden community.

Join us for worship, fellowship, and growing in God’s Word.
📍 2322 Railroad Ave, Gadsden, AL 35904

Midweek Reflection:“And when Peter was come to himself, he said, Now I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his ang...
06/04/2026

Midweek Reflection:

“And when Peter was come to himself, he said, Now I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his angel, and hath delivered me out of the hand of Herod, and from all the expectation of the people of the Jews.” — Acts 12:11 (KJV)

This past Sunday, we were reminded of a powerful truth from Acts 12:11: God is always in control.

When Peter was imprisoned, it looked like there was no way out. Humanly speaking, his situation seemed hopeless. Yet God sent an angel to deliver him, proving once again that no circumstance is beyond His power.

Throughout Scripture, we see this same truth repeated:

• Daniel was thrown into the lions’ den because he refused to stop praying, yet God shut the lions’ mouths (Daniel 6).
• Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were cast into the fiery furnace because they would not bow to an idol, yet God walked with them through the fire and brought them out unharmed (Daniel 3).
• Even Satan himself must operate within the limits God allows. Nothing takes place outside of God’s sovereign control.

One of the most important lessons from Daniel’s life is his confidence in God. Daniel trusted the Lord so completely that he was able to lie down and rest in the lions’ den. While danger surrounded him, his faith was greater than his fear.

Many times our perception becomes one of our greatest enemies. Some look at the storm, the trial, the temptation, or the uncertainty and begin to believe that God has lost control. But the Bible continually reminds us that God is still on the throne.

“The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished:” — 2 Peter 2:9 (KJV)

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” — 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV)

“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” — John 10:28 (KJV)

Trust Him. Rest in Him. He has never lost control, and He never will.

05/31/2026

Weekly Prayer Requests | 5/31/2026

Please keep the following requests in your prayers this week. As a church family, we believe in the power of prayer and lifting one another up.

- Our Pastor Brother Rick and his wife Sister Vickie
- Sister Joan
- Sister Bonnie
- Brother Butch and his wife Sister Deanie
- Sister Kelly and her home
- Brylan Whisenant
- Sister Mabel and her family
- Sister Lola
- Sister Peggy
- Brother Jason
- Brother Hunter
- Drew Johnston
- Shane Alexander
- Wilson Roberts
- Mike Somerville
- Those who are sick
- Those who are lost
- Our country
- Our military
- Our veterans
- Any unspoken requests

If you have a prayer request you would like us to share, please message the page or let us know at church. We are honored to pray with you.

“Let’s pray that God’s will be done.”

“As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” — John‬ ‭15‬:‭9‬-‭13‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Midweek Reflection:“And Saul also went home to Gibeah; and there went with him a band of men, whose hearts God had touch...
05/28/2026

Midweek Reflection:

“And Saul also went home to Gibeah; and there went with him a band of men, whose hearts God had touched.” — 1 Samuel‬ ‭10‬:‭26‬ ‭KJV‬‬

This past Sunday, we were reminded of the powerful truth found in 1 Samuel 10:26… when God touches a life, He transforms it.

Saul may have looked strong on the outside, but true courage and change only came through the touch of God. In the same way, God still transforms hearts today. He heals, restores, unifies, and calls us to live for Him.

No matter what you’re facing this week, remember:
• God can transform your situation.
• God can heal what is broken.
• God can strengthen your faith.
• God can use your life for His purpose.

When God touches, He transforms.

“But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” — Hebrews‬ ‭11‬:‭6‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Take a moment today to thank God for the ways He is still working in your life ✝️

05/24/2026

Weekly Prayer Requests | 5/24/2026

Please keep the following requests in your prayers this week. As a church family, we believe in the power of prayer and lifting one another up.

- Our Pastor Brother Rick and his wife Sister Vickie
- Sister Joan
- Sister Bonnie
- Brother Butch and his wife Sister Deanie
- Sister Kelly and her home
- Brylan Whisenant and her friends during their travels
- Sister Mabel and her family
- Sister Lola
- Sister Peggy
- Brother Hunter
- Brian and Tina Maroney
- Drew Johnston
- Scott and Patty Oliver
- Randy Duke
- Shane and Ann Alexander during their travels
- Those who are sick
- Those who are lost
- Our country
- Our military
- Our veterans
- Any unspoken requests

If you have a prayer request you would like us to share, please message the page or let us know at church. We are honored to pray with you.

“Let’s pray that God’s will be done.”

“Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: for where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” — Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭19‬-‭21‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Midweek Reflection:Jesus Saves“But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks fooli...
05/20/2026

Midweek Reflection:

Jesus Saves

“But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness; but unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.” — 1 Corinthians 1:23-24 KJV

The message of the cross is the heart of our salvation. The blood of animals could never take away sin, but Jesus, the Lamb of God, shed His precious blood once and for all.

At Calvary, we find forgiveness.
At Calvary, we find victory.
At Calvary, we find the Savior.

Nothing should take the place of our relationship with God. Jesus took away our sin, not just to cover it up, but to wash us clean and bring us into new life through Him.

Reflection: Are you resting in what Jesus has already done for you at the cross?

05/17/2026

Weekly Prayer Requests | 5/17/2026

Please keep the following requests in your prayers this week. As a church family, we believe in the power of prayer and lifting one another up.

- Our Pastor Brother Rick and his wife Sister Vickie
- Sister Joan
- Sister Bonnie
- Brother Butch and his wife Sister Deanie
- Sister Kelly and her home
- Brylan Whisenant
- Sister Mabel and her family
- Sister Lola
- Sister Peggy
- Brother Hunter
- The Revival at Jason King’s church
- The family of Mary Jo Stone
- Mike Somerville
- Those who are sick
- Those who are lost
- Our country
- Our military
- Our veterans
- Any unspoken requests

If you have a prayer request you would like us to share, please message the page or let us know at church. We are honored to pray with you.

“Let’s pray that God’s will be done.”

“But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) and hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: that in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus. For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” — Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬-‭10‬ KJV‬‬

05/10/2026

Weekly Prayer Requests | 5/10/2026

Please keep the following requests in your prayers this week. As a church family, we believe in the power of prayer and lifting one another up.

- Our Pastor Brother Rick and his wife Sister Vickie
- Sister Joan
- Sister Bonnie
- Brother Butch and his wife Sister Deanie
- Sister Kelly and her home
- Brylan Whisenant
- Sister Mabel and her family
- Sister Lola
- Sister Peggy
- Brenda
- Shane and Ann
- Joann
- Randy Duke
- The tragedy that occurred within the Sardis community
- All of the Mothers
- Those who are sick
- Those who are lost
- Our country
- Our military
- Our veterans
- Any unspoken requests

If you have a prayer request you would like us to share, please message the page or let us know at church. We are honored to pray with you.

“Let’s pray that God’s will be done.”

“I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.” — John‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬-‭11‬ ‭KJV‬‬

“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”— Luke 2:11 KJVThis week’s Midw...
05/07/2026

“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
— Luke 2:11 KJV

This week’s Midweek Encouragement reminds us of the greatest gift ever given: Jesus Christ, our Savior. In the quiet and humble setting of the manger, God’s promise was fulfilled, and hope entered the world.

No matter what this week has looked like, take a moment to remember that Christ came for you. He is our peace, our hope, and our reason to rejoice. May this truth encourage your heart today and remind you that God’s love is near.

05/03/2026

Weekly Prayer Requests | 5/3/2026

Please keep the following requests in your prayers this week. As a church family, we believe in the power of prayer and lifting one another up.

- Our Pastor Brother Rick and his wife Sister Vickie
- Sister Joan
- Sister Bonnie
- Brother Butch and his wife Sister Deanie
- Sister Kelly and her home
- Brylan Whisenant
- Sister Mabel and her family
- Sister Lola
- Sister Peggy
- Those who are sick
- Those who are lost
- Our country
- Our military
- Our veterans
- Any unspoken requests

If you have a prayer request you would like us to share, please message the page or let us know at church. We are honored to pray with you.

“Let’s pray that God’s will be done.”

“He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap.” — Ecclesiastes‬ ‭11‬:‭4‬ ‭KJV‬‬

“Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will su...
04/29/2026

“Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.” — Revelation 3:20 KJV

In the middle of a busy week, it is easy to become distracted, discouraged, or weary. This verse is a reminder that Jesus is near and still calling to every heart. He does not force His way in, but lovingly invites us to open the door and welcome His presence.

No matter what burdens you may be carrying today, His peace is greater. No matter how far you feel, His mercy still reaches you. Take a moment to pause, pray, and draw close to Him. He is ready to bring comfort, strength, and renewed hope.

If you hear His voice today, open the door. He is faithful to meet you right where you are ✝️

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2322 Railroad Avenue
Gadsden, AL
35904

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10am - 12pm

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+12565041228

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