2020

If you are a Christian, you have been called to pray (Colossians 4:2, Ephesians 6:18). Over and over again, we read in the Bible about Jesus praying to his Father in Heaven. Just as he communicated with his Father through prayer, so can you. And as prayer becomes a larger part of your life:

• You will find yourself less focused on yourself, and more focused on Jesus. 
• Your temptations and fear will give way to dependence on God and confidence in him. 
• You will begin to discern God’s will and calling in your life. 
• It will be your weapon when you are drawn into spiritual battles. 

Our power to affect change in this world begins with prayer. Beyond yourself, when you pray, you build and strengthen bonds with other believers. Therefore, from 11/1– 11/21, we will come together for 21 days of prayer and praise. I hope God will meet you in a meaningful and memorable way. As a result, we pray that our church and where we live, work, and play will be transformed. 

Heres’ what to expect for our 21 Days of Prayer & Praise:

• The King’s Agenda: Everyone in the church will receive a daily devotional exploring the commands of Jesus to inform our prayer and praise. 

• Daily Encouragement: Each day on our social media platforms, you’ll receive encouragement from God’s Word and prayers from our members.  

• City Group Prayer Emphasis: For the City Group meetings that occur during this time, we’ll ask for a special time of prayer regarding our church and her mission. 

• Night of Prayer & Praise: On 11/11, we’ll gather in person for prayer and praise at 7 pm at the First Baptist Church of Saftey Harbor located at 525 14th Ave S, Safety Harbor, FL 34695.

• Worship Concert: On 11/22, for our Sunday gathering, we’ll partake in a special concert focused on Romans and led by Pastor Brent. 

• Testimony Service: On 11/29, we’ll orchestrate a time in our Sunday gathering to share what God did through our season of prayer.

Week 5 of reading through the Gospel of Matthew kicks off today! Just click below to download the PDF for our reading this week

If you missed the first three weeks, check out these links: 

• Click here for Week 1 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 2 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 3 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 4 Reading PDF

Pastor Brent created music with the theme of God’s Kingdom for us to enjoy. You’ll find Brent’s music both encouraging and God-exalting. If you enjoy listening to music during your Bible reading, make sure to stream Brent’s music and along with the Bay Cities Fellowship Spotify playlist. You can subscribe to his channel on YouTube and you can also find Brent’s music on Spotify.

Week 4 of reading through the Gospel of Matthew kicks off today! Just click below to download the PDF for our reading this week.

If you missed the first three weeks, check out these links: 

• Click here for Week 1 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 2 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 3 Reading PDF

Pastor Brent created music with the theme of God’s Kingdom for us to enjoy. You’ll find Brent’s music both encouraging and God-exalting. If you enjoy listening to music during your Bible reading, make sure to stream Brent’s music and along with the Bay Cities Fellowship Spotify playlist. You can subscribe to his channel on YouTube and you can also find Brent’s music on Spotify.

Week 3 of reading through the Gospel of Matthew kicks off today! Just click below to download the PDF for our reading this week.

If you missed the first two weeks, check out these links:

• Click here for Week 1 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 2 Reading PDF

Also, if you missed this from last week, Pastor Brent created music with the theme of God’s Kingdom for us to enjoy. You’ll find Brent’s music both encouraging and God-exalting. If you enjoy listening to music during your Bible reading, make sure to stream Brent’s music and along with the Bay Cities Fellowship Spotify playlist. You can subscribe to his channel on YouTube and you can also find Brent’s music on Spotify.

We are in our second week of reading the Gospel of Matthew together. Please share what you’re learning with someone in person or online too.

Here some helpful links below:

• Click here for Week 1 Reading PDF
• Click here for Week 2 Reading PDF

Over the past two years, Pastor Brent has given his time and talents to create music for the Church. From the theme of God’s Kingdom to the Book of Romans, you’ll find Brent’s music encouraging and God-exalting. If you enjoy listening to music during your Bible reading, make sure to stream Brent’s music and our own Bay Cities Fellowship Spotify playlist. You can subscribe to his channel on YouTube and you can also find Brent’s music on Spotify.

Over the next five weeks, we plan to read through the Gospel of Matthew. Every Monday through Friday, we’ll dive into Scripture to learn more about Jesus and His Kingdom. Here’s how you can join in: 

• Follow the reading schedule by downloading the weekly PDF or checking social media for the daily updates. 
• After your reading, take the time to answer three, simple questions about the text. You’ll find these questions in the PDF and online as well. 
• Share what you’ve learned and how God has spoken to you with someone in person or online. 

Feel free to use any other reading or listening preference to dive deeper into Matthew. Just make sure to share with others how God speaks to you through His Word during your reading. We are better together, especially in community around the Word of God. 

Access 2020 Ministry Plan

As we enter into our third year as a church, our vision to see the gospel reach every street where we live, work, and play still compels us. This vision calls us to delight in, display, and declare the good news of Jesus Christ where we live, work, and play. 

In Titus 3:4-5, Paul calls us to remember not only our past “foolish,” and “disobedient” ways but also how God “saved us…according to his own mercy.” Paul then urges us to “insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are “excellent and profitable” for people inside and outside the church. Paul longs for a church gripped, filled, and transformed by Jesus Christ, so that they can participate in the transformation of others.

Listen To Ken’s Presentation

In this document, you’ll see an overview of our plan to to produce a people devoted to these “good works.” We want to be a church with full hearts and open hands equipped to change lives. Even though our Ministry Plan is far from comprehensive, we hope that as you look though these materials, you’ll possess a greater understanding of the steps you can take to be “profitable” this year. 

Here’s what you can expect: 

• Our objectives for 2020 and their expected returns 
• The financial plan for 2020 An overview and summary of the 2020 financial plan
• Tools and resources for preparation
• A personal plan for your participation

Learn How You Can Join In! 

As you interact with this resource, please make time for prayer to consider God’s calling on you for 2020. Your obedience may lead to eternal change in the lives of those where you live, work, and play. Please call me at 813.551.2735 or email me at ken@baycitiesoldsmar.com with questions or concerns about your role in fulfilling our 2020 Ministry Plan.