First Baptist Church of Knoxville, Tennessee http://fbcknox.org A historic baptist congregation in the heart of downtown Knoxville Thu, 17 May 2012 17:30:50 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Donations Accepted for Jones Family http://fbcknox.org/about/heart-of-knoxville/donations-accepted-for-jones-family/ http://fbcknox.org/about/heart-of-knoxville/donations-accepted-for-jones-family/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 21:12:38 +0000 brandon http://fbcknox.org/?p=6890 Many of you may have seen or heard about the unfortunate situation of members of our church, the Mary Cate Jones family and their potential eviction from their home. First Baptist has been in touch with the family and has agreed to accept donations on their behalf through our church’s non-profit organization, The Heart of Knoxville, Inc.

Checks should be made out to The Heart of Knoxville, Inc., and mailed to:

The Heart of Knoxville, Inc.
510 W Main St
Knoxville, TN 37902

Please include in the memo line: Jones Family.

Read more about the Jones family in these stories on the Knoxville News-Sentinel website:

Woman, 78, about to lose place she’s called home for 56 years

Public responds to Strawberry Plains widow facing eviction; brief reprieve given on forced move

Widow, 78, spared immediate eviction; offers of help pour in from public

 

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May 20
Mission Sunday
Members will report on their mission trips to New Mexico, the Texas border, and Kiev, Ukraine.

May 27
The Choices of Youth    Hebrews 11:23-27
picture from Christ 2R Culture

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L-R: Barry Wise, Danny Cochran, Steve Harrison, Charles Browning, Lynn Beam
Contact Steve Harrison or James Gregory for details.  Steve collects groups of people to go there at 5:30 PM.   Some people who don't work will go during the daytime. 



]]> http://fbcknox.org/uncategorized/second-harvest/feed/ 0 At Home with the Resurrection – Acts 15:36 – 16:5 http://fbcknox.org/worship/order-of-worship/at-home-with-the-resurrection-acts-1536-165/ http://fbcknox.org/worship/order-of-worship/at-home-with-the-resurrection-acts-1536-165/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 22:47:09 +0000 kpieratt http://fbcknox.org/?p=6864 Order of Worship – May 13, 2012 ]]> http://fbcknox.org/worship/order-of-worship/at-home-with-the-resurrection-acts-1536-165/feed/ 0 CHRIST IN YOU, THE HOPE OF GLORY (Part 35) http://fbcknox.org/media/christ-in-you-the-hope-of-glory-part-35/ http://fbcknox.org/media/christ-in-you-the-hope-of-glory-part-35/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 14:51:40 +0000 jcunningham http://fbcknox.org/?p=6857 Christ in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:27) is an important verse in what is known as exchanged-life theology. The exchanged-life concept basically refers to the exchange that takes place when someone comes to Christ. Here are a few examples:

We were once enemies of God, now reconciled to Him. “For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life (Romans 5:10).”

 We were once sinners, now we are saints. “For as through the one man’s [Adam] disobedience the many were made sinners, even so through the obedience of the One [Jesus] the many will be made righteous (Romans 5:19).”

No longer dead, but alive. “Even when we were dead in our transgressions, [God] made us alive together with Christ (Ephesians 2:5).”

God made it possible for you to be a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17) in Him. You are equipped to live the life He desires you live unto Him, if you consent to allow Him to live His life through you.

Christ laid down His life for you at Calvary so you can be His friend (John 15:13). He wants to walk through the journey of life with you. Will you let Him?

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]]> http://fbcknox.org/media/life-of-the-church/life-of-the-church-may-9-2012/feed/ 0 CHRIST IN YOU, THE HOPE OF GLORY (Part 34) http://fbcknox.org/media/christ-in-you-the-hope-of-glory-part-34/ http://fbcknox.org/media/christ-in-you-the-hope-of-glory-part-34/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 19:04:26 +0000 jcunningham http://fbcknox.org/?p=6832 Christians whose hearts and minds are directed toward God enjoy His love and their relationship with Him. New Testament believers often refer to their personal relationship with Christ. There are also many references to Old Testament saints who enjoy a close relationship with God.

 Listen to the words of David in Psalms 86: “For Thou, Lord, art good and ready to forgive, and abundant in lovingkindness to all who call upon Thee (vs. 5).” “For Thy lovingkindness toward me is great, and thou hast delivered my soul from the depths of Sheoul (v. 13).” “But Thou, O Lord, art a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness and truth (v. 15).”

 “The Hebrew word for lovingkindness is hesed, used about 250 times in the Old Testament. It means loyal, steadfast, or faithful love and stresses the idea of a belonging together of those involved in a love relationship. It connotes God’s faithful love for His unfaithful people. In the Old Testament, communion, deliverance, enablement, enlightenment, guidance, forgiveness, hope, praise, and preservation are all based on God’s hesed (Charles Ryrie, Ryrie Study Bible).” Hesed.com defines hesed as, “the consistent, ever-faithful, relentless, constantly pursuing, lavish, extravagant, unrestrained, furious love of our Father God!”

Are you enjoying your love relationship with God? Take some time to meditate on hesed and all His lovingkindness to draw you into a deeper love relationship with Him. Dwell on how to bring hesed into your personal relationships and strengthen your belonging together.

]]> http://fbcknox.org/media/christ-in-you-the-hope-of-glory-part-34/feed/ 0 2012-2013 First Baptist Church Concert Series ~ Fifth Anniversary “Favorites from the Past” Season http://fbcknox.org/events/concert-series/2012-2013-first-baptist-church-concert-series-fifth-anniversary-favorites-from-the-past-season/ http://fbcknox.org/events/concert-series/2012-2013-first-baptist-church-concert-series-fifth-anniversary-favorites-from-the-past-season/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 15:48:37 +0000 kpieratt http://fbcknox.org/?p=6820 Sunday, July 22, 6 PM
Artists: Tim Zimmerman and the King’s Brass

Tim Zimmerman and the King’s Brass present hymn classics with a contemporary flare.  The King’s Brass features three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion and keyboards. These instruments blend together to create a time of innovative worship that will be enjoyed by all generations. The King’s Brass, formed three decades ago, is comprised of professional musicians from across the country, who desire to use the instruments they love to lead others in praise and worship.
Sunday, October 14, 7 PM
Artists: Praise, Honour, and Glory—Gospel Choir; Harold Wheat, conductor

Praise, Honour and Glory began as Celebration Mass Choir on May 15, 1993. The first concert was performed in Calhoun, Georgia on August 22, 1993. The group’s debut concert featured the Richard Smallwood Singers at the Colston Center for the Performing Arts at Knoxville College in Knoxville, Tennessee. The choir performed the encore selection T’will Be Sweet with the Richard Smallwood Singers. Since then, the group has performed with several other major artists and productions. Later, the ministry officially adopted the name Praise, Honour and Glory, with reference to Revelation 5:13.

 

 

Sunday, December 9, 6:30 PM
Artists: FBC Sanctuary Choir and Instrumentalists
Concert Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

In the finest style of King’s College in Cambridge, England, our Sanctuary Choir will be joined by area instrumentalists for a glorious evening of festive singing combined with the prophetic and heartwarming Scriptures of the birth of Christ.  Members of the Knoxville City and community will be asked to be the readers of the Scriptures and the music will be performed after each reading.

 

 

 

 

Sunday, January 27, 7 PM
Artists: Cross Ties Bluegrass Band

The Cross Ties Band is an acoustic, stringed instrument band based in northwest Georgia.  Covering a broad spectrum of musical tastes, the versatile five-man ensemble enjoys playing and singing bluegrass, gospel, a cappella spirituals, Sacred Harp hymns, and traditional Irish music.  With “something for everybody,” the group is seen regularly at churches, festivals, and private social events throughout Georgia and the southeast.

The Cross Ties Band consists of Johnny Wright, Randy Garrett, Randy Ellis, Jonathan Ellis, and Bret Mulcay.  The band’s repertoire reflects the diverse talents and backgrounds of the individual members, and a Cross Ties show is full of instrument swapping and unexpected combinations of harmony.
Coupled with enjoyable comedy and audience interaction, the end result is uplifting and entertaining.

 

 

 

Sunday, February 24, 7 PM
Artists: Voices of Lee from Lee University

Excellence in harmony, spirit, and performance depicts the lush musical style of The Voices of Lee. Since their debut in September ’94, their intense musical focus has captivated audiences worldwide. Directed by Danny Murray, this seventeen-member group is characterized by their unique variety of lush vocal harmonies, high-energy patriotic numbers, fun-filled audience participation, as well as heart-felt gospel favorites.

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For our last meeting before summer, we will be gathering at World’s Fair Park for a morning play date with our children. Meet us at the playground next to the fountains. Bring your own snacks/lunch and chairs. If it is warm enough bring your swim suit and we will enjoy the fountains as well!

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