St. James Missionary Baptist Church

St. James Missionary Baptist Church Standing on the promises of God. 🙏✨
A community of faith, hope, and love. Join us as we worship, grow, and serve together in Christ.

Led by Pastor Ricky Hutchinson

Today, we celebrate the godly women who guide, nurture, and pray for us. Happy Mother's Day! 🌷🌼"Her children arise and c...
05/11/2026

Today, we celebrate the godly women who guide, nurture, and pray for us. Happy Mother's Day! 🌷🌼

"Her children arise and call her blessed..." - Proverbs 31:28 📖

Sunday Sermon Recap for 04/12/2026: “Not Everything That Looks Good is Good for You"📖Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:14 — "A...
04/12/2026

Sunday Sermon Recap for 04/12/2026: “Not Everything That Looks Good is Good for You"

📖Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:14 — "And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light."

💡Introduction
Today, our very own Brother Travis Hutchinson brought forth a powerful Word, warning us against the dangers of surface-level appearances. We often operate under the assumption that if something appears appealing, beneficial, or "righteous," it must be from God. However, Brother Travis reminded us of the Apostle Paul’s warning to the Corinthian church: deception is the enemy's primary tool. Satan does not always come as a terrifying figure of darkness; he frequently masquerades as an "angel of light," presenting harmful choices as alluring, beneficial, or even spiritual.

🔑 Key Points
1. The Facade of Goodness (2 Cor 11:14): Satan disguises himself to make evil look attractive, reasonable, or good, aiming to steal, kill, and destroy. If he can make a lie look like the truth, he can deceive believers.
2. The Danger of "Itching Ears": We are warned in 2 Timothy 4:3 that people will seek teachers who say what they want to hear rather than sound doctrine. We often choose what is pleasurable over what is righteous.
3. The Need for Spiritual Discernment: We cannot trust appearances alone, as seen in. As explained by, we must allow the Holy Spirit to give us wisdom to look deeper than the surface to understand what is truly beneficial versus what is merely shiny.
4. Motive Check: If a path leads away from biblical truth, regardless of how enjoyable it looks, it is a dangerous detour.

🌎 Real-World Example
Consider the temptation of an addictive, unhealthy relationship or a dishonest financial shortcut.The "Angel of Light" Appearance: It looks like love, support, or "financial freedom" (looks good).The "Darkness" Reality: It requires abandoning biblical values, causes anxiety, and eventually leads to spiritual and emotional destruction (not good for you).

Application: Just as the fruit in Eden looked good for food and desirable for wisdom, many things today shine brightly but contain poison.

🕊️ Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word which protects us from the snares of the enemy. Lord, we confess that we are often fooled by appearances. We pray for a spirit of discernment and wisdom to see beyond the surface. Guard our hearts against temptation that looks beautiful but leads to brokenness. Help us to hide Your Word in our hearts so we can recognize the true light of Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Ending our Easter Sunday with smiles and grateful hearts! ✝️💛 So proud of our children and thankful for our church famil...
04/07/2026

Ending our Easter Sunday with smiles and grateful hearts! ✝️💛 So proud of our children and thankful for our church family. God is so good! 🙌🏽✨

He is Risen! ✝️🌅What a beautiful and spirit-filled Easter program we had! The children did an amazing job with their spe...
04/07/2026

He is Risen! ✝️🌅

What a beautiful and spirit-filled Easter program we had! The children did an amazing job with their speeches, reminding us of the true meaning of Easter and the love of Jesus Christ. 🥹❤️

Thank you to everyone who came out to support and celebrate with us. It was truly a blessed time in the presence of the Lord! 🙌🏽✨

✝️🌸 Happy Easter! ✝️🌸Today we celebrate the victory of life over death and the power of God’s love. Because of Jesus’ sa...
04/05/2026

✝️🌸 Happy Easter! ✝️🌸

Today we celebrate the victory of life over death and the power of God’s love. Because of Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection, we have hope, grace, and new beginnings!

“He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” – Matthew 28:6📖

May your hearts be filled with peace, joy, and the promise of everlasting life. Let us rejoice in the risen Savior and share His love with everyone around us! 💛🙌

🌸✝️ Join Us for Easter Sunday Worship! ✝️🌸Come celebrate the joy, hope, and victory of the resurrection with us this Eas...
04/04/2026

🌸✝️ Join Us for Easter Sunday Worship! ✝️🌸

Come celebrate the joy, hope, and victory of the resurrection with us this Easter Sunday! 🌅💐 Bring your family and friends as we gather in faith, love, and praise.

🗓 Date: Sunday, April 5
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Address: 20030 SW 35th Street/Hwy 326 Morriston, Fl 32668

🌑✝️ Good Friday Reflection ✝️🌑Today we pause and remember the ultimate sacrifice—Jesus gave His life out of love for us ...
04/03/2026

🌑✝️ Good Friday Reflection ✝️🌑

Today we pause and remember the ultimate sacrifice—Jesus gave His life out of love for us all ❤️🙏
Though it was a day of sorrow, it was also a day of purpose… a reminder of grace, mercy, and redemption.

“It is finished.” John 19:30📖

Take a moment to reflect, pray, and give thanks for the cross.

Because Sunday is coming… 🌅🙌

✨ Holy Week ✝️As we reflect on the sacrifice and love of Jesus, may this week draw us closer in faith, gratitude, and ho...
04/01/2026

✨ Holy Week ✝️

As we reflect on the sacrifice and love of Jesus, may this week draw us closer in faith, gratitude, and hope 🙏❤️

“He is not here, but is risen! Remember how He spoke to you when He was still in Galilee.” Luke 24:6 📖

03/31/2026

This week’s message reminded us that there is a season for everything 🌱⏳

💬 Which part of the message spoke to you the most?

🔘 Trusting God’s timing ⏰🙏
🔘 Every season has a purpose 🌿✨
🔘 Letting go in difficult seasons 💔➡️❤️
🔘 Embracing new beginnings 🌅🙌

👇 Cast your vote and share why in the comments!

We’d love to hear how the message encouraged you 💬❤️

Sunday Sermon Recap for 03/29/2026: “Trusting God Through Every Season”📖 Ecclesiastes 3:1–8Introduction:This week’s mess...
03/31/2026

Sunday Sermon Recap for 03/29/2026: “Trusting God Through Every Season”
📖 Ecclesiastes 3:1–8

Introduction:
This week’s message reminded us that life moves in seasons—some joyful, some painful, some full of growth, and others full of waiting. Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 teaches that everything under heaven has its appointed time. Even when we don’t understand the timing, God is still intentional and in control.

🔑Key Points:
He 1. Every Season Has a Purpose
There is a time for everything—whether it’s planting or harvesting, grieving or celebrating. Nothing in our lives is wasted. Each season is shaping us for what’s next.

2. God’s Timing Is Perfect
We may feel early, late, or stuck—but God is never off schedule. What feels like delay is often preparation.

3. Seasons Don’t Last Forever
Hard times will pass, just like the good times. Learning to trust God in every season helps us remain grounded and faithful.

4. Trust God Through Every Transition
Whether you’re stepping into something new or letting go of something old, God is with you in both the beginning and the ending.

🌎Real-World Example:
Think about someone who loses a job unexpectedly. At first, it feels like a season of loss and uncertainty. But in time, that same person may discover a new opportunity, a better position, or even a calling they wouldn’t have pursued otherwise. What felt like an ending becomes the doorway to a new beginning—proof that every season truly has a purpose.

🙏Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for reminding us that every season in our lives has meaning and purpose. Help us to trust You not only in the joyful moments but also in the difficult and uncertain ones. Give us peace when we don’t understand Your timing, and strengthen our faith to remain patient and hopeful. Teach us to embrace each season with grace, knowing You are working all things together for our good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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20030 SE 35th Street/Highway 326
Morriston, FL
32668

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