First Baptist Church, Shelby, NC

05/31/2026

Good morning, church family.

Due to unexpected technical difficulties, we are unable to livestream our worship service this morning. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve the issue.

05/30/2026

“Backpacks Full of Wisdom” — Proverbs is more than ancient advice; it is wisdom we can carry with us for the journey of life ahead. Come discover how these timeless truths not only guide our steps, but also shape our hearts and deepen our knowledge of God.

05/28/2026

Every blood donation has the power to save lives. Hospitals rely on generous donors every day to help patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatments, emergency care, and more. We invite you to participate in our upcoming blood drive on June 9, hosted by the American Red Cross. The drive will be happing in the gym from 2-6:30 PM. To make an appointment, visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and enter the keyword: FBCSHELBY.

05/27/2026

Help us spread the word! ✨📖

This women’s Bible study at the Dover YMCA is designed especially for women in our community who may not have a church family or are simply looking for a place to connect, grow, and be encouraged.

Would you help us invite others by sharing this post or personally inviting a friend, neighbor, coworker, or someone God brings to mind? We would love to welcome many new faces in the coming weeks!

❓What: The Good and Beautiful Women's Bible Study
📍Where: YMCA — 411 Cherryville Rd, Shelby, NC 28150
🕘 When: Wednesdays at 9AM, June 3rd - July 1st
Childcare is provided.

🔗 SHARE THIS LINK: https://fbcshelby.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3653249

05/27/2026

Join us for a special evening of music, faith, and patriotism as internationally acclaimed guitarist Doyle D***s comes to First Baptist Church Shelby!

🇺🇸 Songs of Faith & Freedom 🇺🇸
📅 Wednesday, July 1
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 First Baptist Church Shelby Sanctuary

As we look ahead to the celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary, this inspiring concert will feature uplifting music that honors both our faith and our freedom — keeping God at the center of it all.

Following the concert, everyone is invited to stay for an Ice Cream Social in the church gym! 🍦

This is a free community event, so invite your family, friends, and neighbors and come enjoy an unforgettable evening together

05/26/2026

We are excited to announce that Selah will be coming to First Baptist Church Shelby this October for an unforgettable night of worship!

📅 Saturday, October 17
🕖 Concert begins at 7:00 PM
📍 First Baptist Church Shelby

Known for their powerful harmonies and inspiring music, Selah has been a beloved name in Christian music for years, and we are thrilled to welcome them to Shelby this year!

🎟 Tickets are on sale now:
• General Admission — $25
• VIP Tickets — $40

Tickets are available here at the church office or online at www.selahonline.com.

We hope you will make plans to join us and invite your family and friends for what is sure to be a wonderful evening of worship and encouragement!

For more information or questions, please contact Bryte Scism at [email protected].

05/25/2026

05/23/2026

Before the mountains existed, before the first sunrise, the Wisdom of God was already rejoicing and already delighting in you. This Sunday, we open Proverbs 8 and hear from the Wisdom of God, and a voice that has never stopped calling.

05/20/2026

Due to technical difficulties, we were not able to livestream Sunday's service this past Sunday, May 17. We do, however, have a recording available on YouTube for those who missed it.

Welcome to worship! We hope you enjoy this service.

This week, we took time to honor the faithful men and women serving in our Extension Ministry. Rev. Asher Panton delivered a wonderful message on the importance of keeping the Godly wisdom of our elders close to your heart.

We pray this service encourages your heart, reminds you of God’s unfailing grace, all the years of your life.

Welcome to worship! We hope you enjoy this service.This week, we ...