Family Focused
Pembroke First Baptist’s mission is to minister to the whole family.
Welcome!
We exist to make Jesus known
- Christ Centered: Pembroke First Baptist believes and preaches that Salvation comes through the Death, Burial, and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, and one must believe to be Saved (Born Again).
- Bible Believing: We believe the Bible is the inspired and inerrant Word of God, which all must hear and accept by faith.
- Family Focused: Pembroke First Baptist’s mission is to minister to the whole family.
Men’s Ministry
Our church is open and friendly with many social activities. To keep our church running smoothly. The men of our church are involved with many different ministries to include the Gideon’s .
THE PASTOR’S CORNER
Jesus First
Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Mt 11:28
I pray that you had a wonderful worship and a great day of fellowship as you gathered with your local church on the Lord’s Day. It is always best to start a new chapter in life in the presence of the Lord. I pray that you walk with Him throughout the year. Where do you go or where do you turn whenever you face a difficult question, struggle with a hard issue, or walk into a difficult circumstance? Many times, a first response may be to call or text a friend, seek out a parent, or maybe go to a trusted advisor. While these actions may seem like viable options, Jesus tells us “Come unto Me.” In the scripture passage we hear the words of Jesus encourage us to come to Him before going to anyone else. Even when you are working your hardest, and have the sincerest intentions, Jesus says, “Come unto Me” as the first option. Before you seek guidance and counsel from anyone, turn aside to the word of God and prayerfully seek His guidance and direction from Him. Jesus knows your life and has a plan for whatever you will face. He invites us all to come to Him and as a first action, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Mt 6:33). He cares for us and “is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think” (Eph 3:20) through His power, His resources, His riches in glory, and His wisdom above all things. He gives His light in the darkest of times. He gives strength and courage to face our greatest challenges, conquer our greatest fears, and defeat our greatest foes. Hear Him say, “Come unto Me…I will give you rest.” Dear friend, no one else can give you the answers, comfort, or guidance that Jesus can. The word of God not only provides the perfect counsel, but it pours Spirit and life into your spirit and life (Jn 6:63). Yet we find ourselves in places where we seek answers, solutions, comfort, and guidance from others, and allow matters to become so complicated that we become confused, discouraged, or in despair, unsure about where to go or what to do, it is then that we cry out to God for help and expect a miracle. My friend, go to Jesus first, prayerfully seek Him on your knees that you “may obtain mercy and grace to help in time of need” (Heb 4:16) and He “will give you rest” for your soul. Hear Jesus say, “Come unto Me” and He will walk faithfully with you all the way. Father thank You for love and the counsel of Your word. Help me to diligently seek You first to know “Your word is a lamp to my feet and light to my path” (Ps 119:105) and full of spirit and life. In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.
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Spiritual Helper
Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zech 4:6
There are times in life when we face challenges that seem overwhelming, impossible, or far too big for us to manage by our own resources and strengths. This is especially true in ministry that calls us to walk by faith. A natural first response when we face challenges is to ask, “how or why,” then solicit our talents, strengths, and resources for appropriate action. The scripture passage is clear to us to know and understand God’s way for how He does His work and accomplishes His will. God says that His divine work is accomplished “not by might, nor by power,” but totally and solely “by My Spirit.” The Spirit of God was actively working from the beginning in creation (Gen 1:2). The Holy Spirit was at hand on occasions throughout the Old Testament to visit with various patriarch, prophets, and others to accomplish His will or proclaim His word to His people. God actively sought to draw His people to be in a special relationship with Him. But man’s heart kept him away and would not strive with God, yet God’s love for man never failed. He knew the only way for man to truly experience His love and delight with Him, man’s heart would need to change. God’s solution for man was a heart transformation. God said, “I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh…and I will put My Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in My statutes, and ye shall keep My judgments, and do them” (Ezek 36:26-27). The quest for man was made possible and the blood supply for man’s heart transformation was provided through the death of His Son, Jesus at Calvary’s Cross. Jesus laid down His life that all who would believe in Him would become “a new creation” (2 Cor 5:17), with a new heart, to live in new life through Christ, filled and indwelt with the eternal presence of God, the Holy Spirit. Dear friend, the Holy Spirit is God’s Helper, Comforter, and Counselor. He is given to all who shall believe, and He will “be with you forever” (Jn 14:16), always teaching and communicating the things of God (Jn 14:26) that you may live the new life in Christ “not by might, nor by power,” but by His Spirit. What an awesome privilege. He is always with us. He will never leave nor forsake you. He is a Helper who is our ever-present refuge and strength in every situation and circumstance (Ps 46:1). He is a Comforter who will guide and help us to discover God’s plan for our lives (Jn 16:13-15), to walk with us to become children of God (Rom 8:14), and to guide us into all truth by God’s word. He is a Counselor to defend our hearts against attacks and temptations of Satan, thoughts of doubt, despair, and discouragement, to remind us with assurance that we are children of God (Rom 8:16) and provide a way of escape (1 Cor 10:13). My friend, do you struggle with your walk of faith? God has not saved you and left you to figure things own your own, in your own strength, and by your own resources. Jesus saved you to be with Him, to walk with Him, to talk with Him, to delight and enjoy the pleasure of His company, forever. He knows we are weak and will have trouble with these things, but His Spirit is always with us, to search us and intercede for us according to the will of God (Rom 8:26-27). My friend, the greatest privilege, the greatest pleasure, and the greatest power for the child of God is the everlasting presence of the indwelling Holy Spirit. Take time to know Him today. Look to the word of God and listen when He speaks. He will lead you “into all truth” (Jn 16:13), to walk by faith and walk in the Spirit of Truth (Jn 14:16). Father thank You for love and the wonderful gift of Your Holy Spirit. Thank You that You hear me when I call and help me when I fall. I praise You for faithfulness and Your fervent love towards me. In the majestic, mighty and blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.
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The Lord Is My Keeper
The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand. Ps 121:5
There are times in life when we all need help. We are reminded of that in many ways. The lyrics of a popular Beatles song is, “I get by with a little help from my friends.” Seniors are reminded of their aging vulnerability and a medical alert aid with the tagline, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” So where do you go when you need help? Do you call on family or friends, or possibly, dial 911? We all need a place to turn in times of trouble. A support system to succeed in life. Someone to lean on along the way. The scripture passage reminds us that “the Lord is thy keeper.” A keeper is one who provides, protects, and is always present. Often illustrated in the Bible is a clear example of a keeper in the shepherd, the keeper of the sheep. He is constantly present to lead and guide, to provide their daily need, and protect them from danger, disease, and destruction. Jesus said, “I am the Good Shepherd, and know My sheep” (Jn 10:14). The children of God are His very own, “His people and the sheep of His pasture” (Ps 100:3). He is faithful and constantly present with each of His children such that “the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand.” He is always near to His children, close by their side, to shade us with His presence. He is by the side of His children, ever present, ready to help and strengthen His call to duty. The right hand is the hand of hand of strength, work, and favor. We can always find Him ready to help, assist, provide, and protect, “for without Me (Jesus) you can do nothing” (Jn 15:5). Dear friend, God is faithful and He is always presence to His children, so that you can know and proclaim with great confidence “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Phil 4:13). For those who trust Him by faith, love Him and keep His commandments, “the Lord is thy keeper.” He is our constant, our protection, our very present help, and our help comes from the Creator of heaven and earth (v. 2). Our keeper watches our steps (v. 3), and though we may tire, He never sleeps nor slumbers (v. 4). The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want (Ps 23) and He is our Keeper who “shall preserve thee from all evil; He shall preserve thy soul” (v.7). He is our salvation and eternal security. My friend, we all need help in our daily walk of life. Who will you call? God is faithful and always present to hear our call and help in times of need. Only “turn your eyes upon Jesus,” look fully to Him to lead, guide, and strengthen you to “walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Cor 5:7). Father thank You for Your love and faithfulness. You are my everlasting hope and my very present help. Help me to look to You and trust You, every step of the way. In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.
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His Wondrous Works
Blessed be the LORD God, the God of Israel, who only doeth wondrous things. And blessed be His glorious Name for ever: and let the whole earth be filled with His glory; Amen, and Amen. Ps 72:18-19
I pray that you had a wonderful Christmas and a blessed day of worship with your local church on the Lord’s Day. So often at this time of the year we begin to reflect and recall the events and happenings over the past months. Some of those reflections and recollections may bring back memories of joyful celebration, gladness, happy occasions, as well as sadness and sorrow. While we cherish these thoughts and press each of them to their special place near in our hearts, let us be mindful of the wonders of God, His faithfulness and steadfast love. The psalmist reminds us to look unto “the Lord God…who only doeth wonderous things.” Everything that God is and does, is wonderful. His Name is Wonderful (Is 9:6). The world and all creation came out His wisdom and wonder. God, in His infinite wisdom created the plan of salvation for all mankind before the foundation of the world. And God, in the marvelous wonder of His work provided the most excellent, acceptable sacrifice “to God for a sweet-smelling aroma” (Eph 5:2) to redeem man from his sin. Dear friend, all who know the marvelous wonder of God can rejoice and give thanks and praise along with the psalmist to say, “Blessed be the Lord God…who only doeth wonderous things.” All His most marvelous work is through His Son, Jesus the Christ, the Lamb of God slain before the foundation of the world (1 Pet 1:19-20), and in His wisdom is the salvation of all men, “Christ in you, the hope of glory” (Col 1:27). My friend, what will you do with your days ahead, which are blessing from God? Serve the Lord with gladness, rejoice, and give thanks, “for He is worthy to be praised” (Ps 18:3). Let ever thought and remembrance of the past be crowned with “blessed be His glorious Name for ever,” and may each day that God gives you, be filled with His presence and full of His Son that every day may “let the whole earth be filled with His glory.” Friend, you are precious in His sight and wonder of His works. Give praise to His Wonderful Name. Father, thank You for Your love and all the “wondrous things” of Your marvelous works. In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.
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Worship and Service Opportunities
Sunday Morning Worship
- 10:30 AM Service
- In Person (various campus locations)
- Drive up or join Online
Mid-Week Bible Study
- Wednesday 7 PM
- In Person or join us Online
Are you going through a difficult time?
We invite you join with us at one of our weekly opportunities.
Sunday 10:30 AM
Wednesday 7 PM