For Us was never meant to be the destination—it’s a vessel, a bridge, a means to a greater end: the glory of Jesus Christ. After nearly a decade of waiting and preparation, I now see it clearly. This ministry exists to proclaim Christ, build up His church, and invite others into the life found in Him. We don’t want to build a brand—we want to bear fruit. Join us as we take our first faithful steps. Pray with us. The journey is just beginning.
What does it mean to receive “love with faith” from God? In this reflection on Ephesians 6:23, discover how these two gifts—complete on their own—combine to open the heart in a way nothing else can. It might be the key your soul needs today.
This question gets to the heart of ministry. We don’t study theology just for knowledge—we press into Christ so that truth is both understood and lived. The work of a pastor-theologian isn’t just to teach doctrine but to see people transformed into Christ’s likeness.
The world feels like it’s on edge—wars, conflicts, and political turmoil dominate the headlines. But as believers, our hope isn’t in governments or world leaders—it’s in Christ’s return. In uncertain times, we don’t retreat; we look up and cry Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus! Read more about how we can anchor our faith in the unshakable promise of His return.
Even when life takes unexpected turns, God never forgets His calling on your life. In quiet, tender ways, He brings His purposes to pass—often beyond what we could have imagined. This devotional reflects on how one woman’s childhood calling was fulfilled in her final days, reminding us that God’s faithfulness is quiet but unstoppable.
“The Lord will accomplish what concerns me.” — Psalm 138:8
In my early years pastoring small country churches, I learned the value of quiet, uninterrupted study—a lesson that still shapes my ministry today. Now, as pastor of First Baptist Starkville, serving a congregation of farmers, PhDs, and college students, my preaching has shifted from writing for the academy to proclaiming Christ for the single mother, the struggling student, and the retiree. As Dr. Charles Stanley taught me, the goal is to teach people the Bible, not merely teach the Bible to people—never looking past the moment, even though the moment is bigger than the moment.
For Us was never meant to be the destination—it’s a vessel, a bridge, a means to a greater end: the glory of Jesus Christ. After nearly a decade of waiting and preparation, I now see it clearly. This ministry exists to proclaim Christ, build up His church, and invite others into the life found in Him. We don’t want to build a brand—we want to bear fruit. Join us as we take our first faithful steps. Pray with us. The journey is just beginning.
Pirates. Kidnapping. A Mission That Saved Civilization.
St. Patrick’s story is NOT about leprechauns and lucky charms. It’s about a kidnapped teenager who was enslaved by Irish pirates, only to escape—and then go back to preach the gospel to his former captors. His obedience didn’t just transform Ireland—it laid the foundation for saving Christian civilization as Europe collapsed.
How did one man’s surrender to Christ shape the world? Read more about the real St. Patrick and his life compelled by the Cross.
The world feels like it’s on edge—wars, conflicts, and political turmoil dominate the headlines. But as believers, our hope isn’t in governments or world leaders—it’s in Christ’s return. In uncertain times, we don’t retreat; we look up and cry Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus! Read more about how we can anchor our faith in the unshakable promise of His return.
In 3 John, the Apostle John commends Gaius for his faithful hospitality to those traveling for the sake of the gospel. This powerful reminder challenges us to live faithfully for "the sake of the Name."
Reflecting on my own journey, I’m grateful for churches like First Baptist Atlanta, the church that sent my family and me out, and others that have welcomed us so graciously. Their hospitality reminds me of Charles Stanley’s words during my ordination charge: “You owe it to us to faithfully follow through with your calling.”
This legacy of love and truth inspires me to ask: How can we open our hearts to others and live faithfully for Jesus today? Read more about this in my latest blog post.
As we embrace the theme of Intentional in 2025, I am committing to greater intentionality in my preaching. This includes ensuring every sermon is rooted in Scripture, centered on the gospel, clear in communication, focused on transformation, practical in application, relationally connected, Spirit-led, and guided by an eternal perspective. I invite you to join me in prayer and accountability as we strive together to glorify God and fulfill His Great Commission.
March 22, 2024, marks 15 years since my ordination at First Baptist Atlanta. This special occasion marks my first ordination without having my ordaining pastor, the late Charles Stanley, who died in April of 2023. As far as I know, I stand last in a long line of men ordained into the gospel ministry under Dr. Charles Stanley's time at First Baptist.
As strange as it sounds to speak,
Christians say there is an eighth day of the week.
Of course we know our calendar has seven,
But Christians say eight to suggest there is a heaven.
The first day of the week refers to the beginning of something new
But when Christians say eighth we are looking ahead to all that God will do.
© Timothy Andrew Brown, 2025.
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